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IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Arshdeep Singh credits Ricky Ponting for helping him rediscover his rhythm after a match-winning performance against Mumbai Indians.

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Surging Oil Prices and IT Sell-off Hit Markets

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Surging Oil Prices and IT Sell-off Hit Markets

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 1 per cent for the third consecutive day, driven by a sharp rally in crude oil prices, massive selling in IT stocks, and unabated foreign fund outflows amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Venkatesh Iyer spills secrets on RCB bench life and comeback

Venkatesh Iyer spills secrets on RCB bench life and comeback

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Venkatesh Iyer discusses his role within the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team, his motivation despite limited playing time, and his experiences with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). He also praises Dinesh Karthik and Rajat Patidar.

IPL 2026: CSK's Dhoni Trains in Nets, Still Unlikely for KKR Clash

IPL 2026: CSK's Dhoni Trains in Nets, Still Unlikely for KKR Clash

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

MS Dhoni edges closer to full fitness after a brief net session but remains unlikely to feature in CSK's IPL 2026 clash against KKR as the franchise avoids rushing his return.

Woman And Accomplice Get Life For Husband's Murder

Woman And Accomplice Get Life For Husband's Murder

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A woman and her accomplice have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Kullu District and Sessions Court for the murder of her husband in 2018.

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India has appointed three foreign coaches and a High Performance Director to enhance national camps in preparation for the Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.

Pahalgam Memorial Honours Terror Attack Victims

Pahalgam Memorial Honours Terror Attack Victims

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

A memorial has been erected in Pahalgam to honour the victims of a terror attack last year. Security has been increased across Kashmir ahead of the anniversary.

Rupee plunges 52 paise to 93.35 against dollar amid West Asia uncertainties

Rupee plunges 52 paise to 93.35 against dollar amid West Asia uncertainties

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Indian rupee depreciated by 52 paise to settle at 93.35 against the US dollar, driven by failed US-Iran peace talks, surging crude oil prices due to a potential US blockade of Iranian ports, and a global flight to the greenback. This geopolitical uncertainty is also leading to foreign capital withdrawal from domestic equities.

Pakistani Man Gets Death Penalty For Honour Killing

Pakistani Man Gets Death Penalty For Honour Killing

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A Pakistani court has sentenced a man to death for killing his wife in the name of 'honour'. The man suspected his wife of having an affair and slit her throat with a knife.

Why Allahabad High Court Granted Child Custody To Mother

Why Allahabad High Court Granted Child Custody To Mother

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has prioritised the welfare of a child, granting custody to his mother, citing the father's health and financial dependency.

Indian Markets Extend Losses as Crude Oil Breaches $100 Amid US-Iran Standoff

Indian Markets Extend Losses as Crude Oil Breaches $100 Amid US-Iran Standoff

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Indian stock markets experienced a second consecutive day of losses, with the Sensex tumbling 852 points, as crude oil prices surpassed USD 100 per barrel due to stalled US-Iran negotiations and escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

'Serious antecedents': No relief for arrested TCS employee in another case

'Serious antecedents': No relief for arrested TCS employee in another case

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A court in Nashik, Maharashtra, has denied interim protection from arrest to a Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. Shaikh is already in judicial custody in connection with one of nine FIRs registered in the case.

Why Thane Court Acquitted Five In Trafficking Case

Why Thane Court Acquitted Five In Trafficking Case

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A Thane court acquitted five men charged with human trafficking and running a flesh trade, citing critical failures in the prosecution's case, including the non-examination of key witnesses and victims.

Delhi Riots: Court Acquits 10 Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Delhi Riots: Court Acquits 10 Accused Due To Lack Of Evidence

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has acquitted ten individuals accused in a case related to the 2020 Delhi riots, citing the prosecution's failure to provide sufficient evidence to support the charges against them.

Why Government Wanted To Rush Delimitation Bill

Why Government Wanted To Rush Delimitation Bill

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

'The reason why they rushed through the bill was they wanted to avoid using the 2026 Census because the 2026 Census by their own decision will be a caste census.' 'The BJP knows that a significant share of the OBCs who will get captured in the census, for the first time after the 1931 Census, are against the BJP. Only a segment of the OBCs are in their favour.' 'So they wanted to avoid the OBC reservation among women, which is a demand of a lot of Opposition parties.'

IPL 2026: Iyer's pressure absorption empowers Punjab Kings, says Wadhera

IPL 2026: Iyer's pressure absorption empowers Punjab Kings, says Wadhera

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Nehal Wadhera highlights Shreyas Iyer's leadership, noting his ability to absorb pressure and empower Punjab Kings' players. Ricky Ponting's positive coaching also boosts the team's morale. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians address concerns about powerplay wickets and prepare for potential lineup changes.

SAI Workshop Aims To Boost Ethical Sports Science Research

SAI Workshop Aims To Boost Ethical Sports Science Research

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Sports Authority of India (SAI), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), conducted a workshop on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) to strengthen ethical sports science research.

Three C Shelters Directors To Be Charged In Housing Project Case

Three C Shelters Directors To Be Charged In Housing Project Case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against directors of Three C Shelters Pvt Ltd in connection with the stalled Greenopolis housing project in Gurugram, citing a prima facie case of cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy for allegedly misleading homebuyers.

Sensex Down 757 Points on Heavy Selling in IT Shares

Sensex Down 757 Points on Heavy Selling in IT Shares

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, snapped a three-day rally, tumbling nearly 1 per cent due to heavy selling in IT stocks, a jump in crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows, and fears of prolonged instability in West Asia.

'Diplomacy never ends': Iran keeps channels open amid stalled talks

'Diplomacy never ends': Iran keeps channels open amid stalled talks

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei on Sunday said that the recent meeting with US officials was the longest round of negotiations they have had in the past year.

Delhi Police Nab 82-Year-Old Man After 40 Years On The Run

Delhi Police Nab 82-Year-Old Man After 40 Years On The Run

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Delhi Police have arrested an 82-year-old man who had been on the run for nearly 40 years after allegedly murdering his wife in 1986. The accused was apprehended in Delhi after a renewed investigation.

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Punjab CM Orders Crop Loss Assessment, Promises Compensation to Farmers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a crop loss assessment following recent inclement weather and promised compensation to affected farmers. The announcement came as Mann presented a report on the power department and addressed other issues including sacrilege laws and drug enforcement.

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

IPL 2026: MI Captain Hardik Pandya Returns to Nets Ahead of RR Clash

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Hardik Pandya has returned to training for the Mumbai Indians ahead of their IPL match against the Rajasthan Royals after missing the previous game due to illness.

How Winter Session Sets Stage For Budget

How Winter Session Sets Stage For Budget

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Three laws passed in Parliament could boost central revenues, reshape GST cess flows, shift MGNREGA costs to states and create new budget headroom ahead of the 2026-2027 Union Budget, points out A K Bhattacharya.

IPL 2026: How Hayden's advice sparked Buttler's comeback

IPL 2026: How Hayden's advice sparked Buttler's comeback

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Jos Buttler credits Matthew Hayden's advice and a break from the game for his return to form after struggling in the T20 World Cup.

Has Baazigar Modi Fired His Best Shot?

Has Baazigar Modi Fired His Best Shot?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

What is missing in the BJP's armour is dominance over 50 percent of the electorate: Women. And this is a gamble Modi-Shah have indicated that they are willing to take, explains Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Nashik TCS case: Accused claims victim had 'one-sided feelings'

Nashik TCS case: Accused claims victim had 'one-sided feelings'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

An accused in the TCS Nashik sexual harassment case has filed for bail, claiming the complaint arose from the victim's frustration over unrequited feelings or parental pressure. He denies making remarks that hurt religious sentiments.

SC refers Teesta Setalvad's passport release plea to larger bench

SC refers Teesta Setalvad's passport release plea to larger bench

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has referred activist Teesta Setalvad's application for the release of her passport to a three-judge bench, in a case related to alleged fabrication of documents in the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Court Rejects Bail For TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Court Rejects Bail For TCS Employee In Harassment Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has denied interim protection from arrest to a TCS employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. The court cited serious criminal antecedents against the accused and the wide social repercussions of the alleged offence.

Zubeen Garg Death Case: Court Reserves Order On Accused's Bail

Zubeen Garg Death Case: Court Reserves Order On Accused's Bail

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

A special fast-track court in Guwahati has reserved its order on the bail application of Shyamkanu Mahanta, a key accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, with the decision expected on April 30.

Raining sixes! Abhishek's explosive net session stuns fans

Raining sixes! Abhishek's explosive net session stuns fans

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Abhishek encountered problems whenever the length was marginally shortened, but the way he used his feet was pure joy to watch.

'Root Causes Of Infertility Remain Overlooked'

'Root Causes Of Infertility Remain Overlooked'

Rediff.com1 May 2026

'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

How Research and Applied Sciences Can Drive India's Sustainability Goals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

CSIR Director General N Kalaiselvi emphasised the importance of research and applied sciences in developing sustainable solutions for India's energy security and environmental challenges at an international conference on Sustainability Through Fundamental and Applied Sciences (STFAS), 2026.

Drunken Brawl Over Bihar Election Leads To Murder, Jail For MP Men

Drunken Brawl Over Bihar Election Leads To Murder, Jail For MP Men

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A court in Madhya Pradesh's Guna district has sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of their relative following a drunken brawl over the Bihar assembly election results last year.

'Lucky To Have Shared Dressing Room With Sachin'

'Lucky To Have Shared Dressing Room With Sachin'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

'I was able to witness why he was successful. His dedication and discipline are what made him the greatest to have played the game.'

TN court defers divorce case of Vijay, Sangeetha to mid-June

TN court defers divorce case of Vijay, Sangeetha to mid-June

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Chengalpattu Family Welfare court in Tamil Nadu has postponed the divorce proceedings of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay and his wife Sangeetha to June 15. The case, initiated by Sangeetha, involves allegations of infidelity against Vijay.

Sarpanch Murder Accused Complains Of Abdominal Pain

Sarpanch Murder Accused Complains Of Abdominal Pain

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Walmik Karad, the main accused in the Santosh Deshmukh murder case, was hospitalised after complaining of abdominal pain and fever while in jail.

PM and I don't have 'wife issue': Rahul quips in Lok Sabha

PM and I don't have 'wife issue': Rahul quips in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Rahul Gandhi playfully remarked on his and PM Modi's lack of 'the wife issue' during a Lok Sabha debate, highlighting the influence of women in everyone's lives.

Big blow on women's quota bill: Can NDA bounce back?

Big blow on women's quota bill: Can NDA bounce back?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

NDA floor leaders held a meeting after the Constitution Amendment Bill seeking to implement reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and increase the number of seats of the Lok Sabha was defeated.

IPL 2026: Dhoni's quiet chat with Noor that flipped the match

IPL 2026: Dhoni's quiet chat with Noor that flipped the match

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

An analysis of how Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mentorship and strategic input influenced Noor Ahmad's match-winning performance for Chennai Super Kings against Kolkata Knight Riders.