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'Ethanol-blended petrol could reduce mileage by 2-4%'

'Ethanol-blended petrol could reduce mileage by 2-4%'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'The E20 usage accrues the huge benefit to the nation, to the society, to the farmer, to the environment, to the exchequer and all of us'

With Ashes looming and Konstas flop, Aus have massive headaches

With Ashes looming and Konstas flop, Aus have massive headaches

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'The prospect of Konstas facing Jofra Archer with the first ball of the Ashes on November 21 -- potentially delivered at 155km/h -- doesn't feel like a fair fight.'

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The protesters shouted slogans such as KP Chor, Desh Chhod (K P Sharma Oli is a thief, quit the country), "Take action against corrupt leaders".

Mohun Bagan defies AIFF: Refuses to release players for India camp

Mohun Bagan defies AIFF: Refuses to release players for India camp

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The senior India squad began its preparatory camp in Bengaluru on August 15 ahead of next month's CAFA Nations Cup, but 13 players, including seven from Mohun Bagan, have skipped the camp.

Labuschagne targets Ashes return, ready to open

Labuschagne targets Ashes return, ready to open

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

'If opener is where I need to bat to be playing in the Test team, that's fine.'

India's iron dome? Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

India's iron dome? Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Announcing the launch of "Mission Sudarshan Chakra", Modi said it will be aimed at neutralising enemy threat and enhancing India's offensive capabilities.

Aus A squad revealed: Future stars set for India Test

Aus A squad revealed: Future stars set for India Test

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Australia openers Sam Konstas and Nathan McSweeney were on Thursday named in the 'A' squad bound to India to play two four-day matches in Lucknow in September, with an eye on the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2026-27.

How Women Voters Cemented Nitish Kumar's Political Fortress

How Women Voters Cemented Nitish Kumar's Political Fortress

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

For nearly two decades, Nitish Kumar has cultivated women as a distinct constituency. 'To create a broader vote base, he thought it would be better to bring women to electoral politics.'

A Rakhi For Gurudev

A Rakhi For Gurudev

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

We are not shielding anyone: Kolkata CP on doctor's murder probe

We are not shielding anyone: Kolkata CP on doctor's murder probe

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The CP said that the Kolkata police handed over all evidence, including videographed post-mortem to the Central Bureau of Investigation, which is investigating the case upon orders of the Calcutta high court.

Bill to remove PM, CMs, ministers sent to parliamentary panel

Bill to remove PM, CMs, ministers sent to parliamentary panel

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Union Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday introduced three Bills in Lok Sabha for the removal of prime minister, chief ministers and ministers arrested on serious criminal charges for 30 days, drawing fierce protests from the Opposition as the draft laws were referred to a Joint Committee of Parliament. Three House marshals formed a protective ring around Shah. Even after the House was adjourned, the Opposition members continued with the sloganeering.

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Indian Super League side FC Goa was drawn along with superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia in Group D of the AFC Champions League 2.

Nurse's death in Bengal sparks political clash, family alleges murder

Nurse's death in Bengal sparks political clash, family alleges murder

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The death of a 24-year-old nurse at a private nursing home in West Bengal's Hooghly district has triggered political unrest and allegations of a cover-up. Opposition parties are demanding a fair investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, alleging foul play and potential sexual assault.

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'One Chinese interlocutor said India should realise that "China can do without India, but India could not do without China", pointing to its inability to do without Chinese intermediates and components,' former foreign secretary Shyam Saran discovers on a visit to China.

'India will respond with full force whenever terrorism threatens citizens'

'India will respond with full force whenever terrorism threatens citizens'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The Indian government outlines its futuristic defence programme, Sudarshan Chakra Mission, focusing on indigenous development, predictive technologies, and targeted counter-action systems to enhance national security.

'130th Amendment Risks Placing Power In ED/CBI/CID/Police'

'130th Amendment Risks Placing Power In ED/CBI/CID/Police'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'Anyone they don't like can be potentially arrested and thrown in jail for 30 days to induce regime change.'

TMC issues showcause notice to MLA over student gang rape remark

TMC issues showcause notice to MLA over student gang rape remark

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The TMC distanced itself from the comments of the two leaders and termed them as their personal statements.

JK govt takes over 215 schools linked to banned JeI amid row

JK govt takes over 215 schools linked to banned JeI amid row

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The process for the takeover of the management of the schools began on Saturday morning as officials of district administrations, principals of the respective nearest high and higher secondary schools, accompanied by police teams, reached these schools, the officials said.

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

FC Goa join fellow ISL team Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the continental tournament's group stage. The Mariners had secured a direct berth by clinching the 2024-25 Indian Super League Shield.

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The empty cartridges found at Pahalgam and those after test firing by the recovered guns were matched by the forensic lab, Shah said. The ballistic report is with him, he added.

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

The deal fell through over unresolved disagreements over contentious issues, mainly on agriculture and automotive sector tariffs.

What Gill and Pant told Chris Woakes...

What Gill and Pant told Chris Woakes...

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Woakes came out with his left hand wrapped in a sling and tucked inside his sweater at the fall of the penultimate wicket with the fifth Test - which India won narrowly - tantalisingly placed.

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Border states hold mock drills simulating air raids, drone attacks

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Mock drills were conducted on Saturday in states and Union territories adjoining the western border -- from Jammu and Kashmir to Gujarat -- to enhance wartime emergency preparedness and response capabilities, officials said.

Jackie-Suniel Meet Their 'Biggest Fan'

Jackie-Suniel Meet Their 'Biggest Fan'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

'I am getting a chance to witness two OG action heroes together after a very long time.'

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja continued his renaissance as a batter, delivering his best-ever outing during the recent Test series in England and joining a list of legends

Fake X account created in name of 'Supreme Court of Karnataka'!

Fake X account created in name of 'Supreme Court of Karnataka'!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta revealed a fake, verified X account created in the name of the 'Supreme Court of Karnataka' to highlight the dangers of unchecked online activity during a hearing on X Corp's petition challenging government takedown orders.

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

When the government chooses to either ignore or use identity documents only when it suits them, it shakes people's sense of stability, notes Shyam G Menon.

'Where's Your Bike?' Amiss and the First Cricket Helmet

'Where's Your Bike?' Amiss and the First Cricket Helmet

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'I thought helmets would help. So, I took a motorcycle helmet with a polycarbonate visor to WSC.'

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

When the government chooses to either ignore or use identity documents only when it suits them, it shakes people's sense of stability, notes Shyam G Menon.

Dispute with Biyani-led Future group: Amazon awarded Rs 23.7 cr in damages

Dispute with Biyani-led Future group: Amazon awarded Rs 23.7 cr in damages

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) has awarded Rs 23.7 crore in damages, besides arbitration and litigation costs, to Amazon in its long-running dispute with the Kishore Biyani-led Future Group. The three-member bench of the tribunal held that Future Group had breached the terms of its contract with Amazon by entering into a transaction with Reliance.

A Deal Is Possible Only On Trump's Terms

A Deal Is Possible Only On Trump's Terms

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

For India, the challenge is to strike a balance between tactical necessity and economic priorities, point out Pravin Krishna and Monil Sharma.

Will India-UK FTA Be Boon For British Cars?

Will India-UK FTA Be Boon For British Cars?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

For UK automakers, market access to India will be limited by quantity caps and phased tariff cuts, especially on petrol, diesel and electric vehicles.

'Jaldi hi dharti pe...': Shuks to begin return journey today

'Jaldi hi dharti pe...': Shuks to begin return journey today

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 mission marked the return to space for India, Poland and Hungary after over four decades.

'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha': Sachin to Shaw

'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha': Sachin to Shaw

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Rumours swirled about his off-field distractions and poor company, something Shaw himself acknowledged in a candid interview

Bose, Guguloth clinch AIFF Player of the Year honours

Bose, Guguloth clinch AIFF Player of the Year honours

Rediff.com2 May 2025

India defender Subhasish Bose named men's player of the year; Soumya wins in women's section

Shuks begins return journey as Axiom-4 successfully undocks

Shuks begins return journey as Axiom-4 successfully undocks

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 has successfully undocked and is making its way back to Earth, as observed by Axiom Space and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Monday.

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Konstas has been drafted in to replace Marnus Labuschagne, who opened in the World Test Championship final alongside Khawaja but failed to impress as Australia lost to South Africa by five wickets.

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 mission crew successfully returned to Earth, splashing down off the coast of San Diego after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station.

Kipyegon misses sub-4 mile, but vows to try again

Kipyegon misses sub-4 mile, but vows to try again

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon fell short in her attempt to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes on Thursday

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Are ISL Champions!

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Are ISL Champions!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

MBSG have added the ISL trophy to their League Winners' Shield they had won earlier in the season for a ISL double.