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Singapore-bound vessel with 24 crew members sinks off Odisha coast

Singapore-bound vessel with 24 crew members sinks off Odisha coast

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Panama-flagged cargo ship, carrying iron ore and 24 crew members, sank in the Bay of Bengal approximately 240 nautical miles from the Paradip coast in Odisha, prompting a joint rescue operation by the Indian Coast Guard and Indian Navy.

Blue Colts Dominate Singapore In First Friendly Match

Blue Colts Dominate Singapore In First Friendly Match

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

The India U20 men's football team secured a 3-0 victory over Singapore in the first of two friendly matches held in Bengaluru, as they prepare for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers.

Indian Squash Hopes Dashed In Singapore Quarterfinals

Indian Squash Hopes Dashed In Singapore Quarterfinals

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Indian squash players Om Semwal, Sandhesh Ravikumar, and Rathika Seelan were defeated in the quarterfinals of the PSA Singapore Challenger, ending their campaign in the tournament.

Byju Raveendran Faces Singapore Jail Sentence

Byju Raveendran Faces Singapore Jail Sentence

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'The order has no practical effect unless and until he chooses to enter Singapore.'

Semwal, Ravikumar, Seelan Reach Quarterfinals In Singapore

Semwal, Ravikumar, Seelan Reach Quarterfinals In Singapore

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Indian squash players Om Semwal, Sandhesh Ravikumar, and Rathika Seelan have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the PSA Singapore Challenger Squash tournament after winning their respective second-round matches.

India Set For AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers Challenge In Malaysia

India Set For AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers Challenge In Malaysia

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has been drawn into Group E of the AFC U-17 Men's Asian Cup Qualifiers, alongside hosts Malaysia, Palestine, Singapore, and Guam. The qualifiers will take place in Malaysia from November 11 to 20, with India aiming for their 11th appearance in the main tournament, scheduled for Uzbekistan in 2027.

Indian Under-11 Girls Team Shines With Bronze At ASEAN Chess Championship

Indian Under-11 Girls Team Shines With Bronze At ASEAN Chess Championship

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Indian Under-11 girls' chess team, featuring Varenya Lakshmi Vaka, Aligiri Amrutha Hemal, and Maya Siddharth Narula, secured a bronze medal at the ASEAN Chess Championship in Singapore, finishing with 14.5 points.

Coast Guard rescues 2 Chinese sailors after their ship sinks off Odisha coast

Coast Guard rescues 2 Chinese sailors after their ship sinks off Odisha coast

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian Coast Guard ship Varad successfully brought two Chinese survivors of a sunken Panama-flagged bulk carrier to Paradip, Odisha. The MV Ocean Winner, carrying 24 crew members, sank in the Bay of Bengal on August 22. Coordinated sea and air search operations are ongoing to locate the remaining missing crew members.

2026 Winners: 5 Airports That Make Flying A Pleasure

2026 Winners: 5 Airports That Make Flying A Pleasure

Rediff.com7 days ago

World's Top 5 Airports of 2026 based on votes from passengers across the globe in the 2025-2026 World Airport Survey by SKYTRAX.

How India U-20 Prepared For AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

How India U-20 Prepared For AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com3 days ago

The India U-20 men's football team has concluded its preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers with an unbeaten run in four friendly matches, securing three wins and a draw without conceding any goals. The team is now heading to Uzbekistan for the crucial qualifiers, aiming for a strong performance.

Satwik-Chirag Eye Thailand Open Crown After Singapore Triumph

Satwik-Chirag Eye Thailand Open Crown After Singapore Triumph

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Fresh from their Singapore Open victory, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are set to compete in the Thailand Open Super 1000 badminton tournament, while other Indian shuttlers including PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen will also participate.

India Unveils 23-Member Squad For Crucial AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

India Unveils 23-Member Squad For Crucial AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com2 days ago

India has announced its 23-member squad for the upcoming AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Tashkent, with eight players omitted from the initial camp. The team, led by Mahesh Gawali, will compete against Syria, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh from August 31 to September 6, aiming for qualification to the main tournament in China in 2027.

How Satwik-Chirag Won The Singapore Open Title

How Satwik-Chirag Won The Singapore Open Title

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final.

Prannoy, Lakshya Sen Shine At Singapore Open

Prannoy, Lakshya Sen Shine At Singapore Open

Rediff.com27 May 2026

HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen secured impressive victories to advance to the second round of the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament, while other Indian players faced setbacks.

Google's Vizag AI Hub: Construction by '28, Full Ops in 5 Years

Google's Vizag AI Hub: Construction by '28, Full Ops in 5 Years

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Google aims to complete the first phase of its 1 gigawatt artificial intelligence (AI) data centre hub in Visakhapatnam by late 2028, with full operations across all phases expected within five years, according to Alexander Smith, Principal of Global Infrastructure and Energy for Asia Pacific at Google.

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling men's doubles final.

Blue Colts Gear Up For AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers With Yemen Friendlies

Blue Colts Gear Up For AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers With Yemen Friendlies

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

The Indian U20 men's football team is set to play two friendly matches against Yemen in Bengaluru as part of their preparations for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers. These matches follow two recent victories against Singapore and precede their travel to Tashkent for the qualifiers against Syria, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh.

'Long overdue': Sindhu applauds Satwik-Chirag after Singapore Open title win

'Long overdue': Sindhu applauds Satwik-Chirag after Singapore Open title win

Rediff.com31 May 2026

PV Sindhu hailed Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty after the Indian duo won the Singapore Open 2026, ending a two-year title drought and becoming the first Indian men's doubles pair to claim the prestigious title.

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final.

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

Rediff.com6 days ago

India has attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) worth approximately 4,896 crore across 29 projects since May, following the government's relaxation of norms under Press Note 2 of 2026. The revised rules permit investment without government approval from entities with up to 10 per cent non-controlling ownership by land-bordering countries.

How Satwik-Chirag Ended Title Drought At Singapore Open

How Satwik-Chirag Ended Title Drought At Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in the men's doubles final.

HS Prannoy Advances at Singapore Open with win over Jonatan Christie

HS Prannoy Advances at Singapore Open with win over Jonatan Christie

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian shuttler HS Prannoy defeated Indonesia's Jonatan Christie in a thrilling three-game match at the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Other results included Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto progressing, while Kidambi Srikanth and Malvika Bansod were eliminated.

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

SKASports To Develop Regional Sports Ecosystem With Singapore Club

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Chennai-based SKASports Investments Private Ltd has signed an agreement with a Singapore club to develop a regional sports ecosystem that would tap the large pool of footballers and coaches from India.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

How Satwik-Chirag Plan To Build On Singapore Open Victory

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty discuss their Singapore Open victory, overcoming injuries, and their ambitions for future tournaments, including the World Championships and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Sadhguru breaks down as 77 Isha members on Kailash pilgrimage missing

Sadhguru breaks down as 77 Isha members on Kailash pilgrimage missing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev has expressed profound anguish over a devastating flash flood near the Tibet-Nepal border, stating that 77 members of an Isha Foundation Kailash pilgrimage group are unaccounted for after the disaster struck the Gyirong area in Tibet.

Ketan Parekh's bid to cross-examine Capital Group traders rejected by SAT

Ketan Parekh's bid to cross-examine Capital Group traders rejected by SAT

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has dismissed Ketan Parekh's appeal challenging Sebi's denial of his request to cross-examine two traders from Capital Group, related to an alleged front-running scheme.

PV Sindhu Advances At Singapore Open; Satwik-Chirag Win

PV Sindhu Advances At Singapore Open; Satwik-Chirag Win

Rediff.com27 May 2026

PV Sindhu secured a straight-game victory at the Singapore Open, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also advanced. Other Indian shuttlers faced setbacks in the tournament.

BWF World Championships: Satwik-Chirag can beat anyone, but ...

BWF World Championships: Satwik-Chirag can beat anyone, but ...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

India's men's doubles coach Tan Kim Her has expressed concern over Satwiksairaj Rankireddy's recurring shoulder injury ahead of the BWF World Championships, despite the pair's recent Singapore Open victory.

Satwik-Chirag End Title Drought At Singapore Open

Satwik-Chirag End Title Drought At Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Singapore Open title, marking their first BWF World Tour crown since 2024. The victory held special significance for Satwik, who dedicated the win to his family after a period of personal challenges.

Singapore Open: Satwik-Chirag in semis; Sindhu, Sen exit

Singapore Open: Satwik-Chirag in semis; Sindhu, Sen exit

Rediff.com29 May 2026

PV Sindhu's campaign at the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament ended in the quarterfinals with a loss to world No. 1 An Se Young. Despite showing glimpses of her attacking prowess, Sindhu couldn't maintain consistency against An's superior control and movement.

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

How Satwik-Chirag Overcame Challenge At Singapore Open

Rediff.com29 May 2026

PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open after losing to An Se Young, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the semi-finals.

India's Exports Jump 19.6% in July, Trade Deficit Widens to $31.98 Billion

India's Exports Jump 19.6% in July, Trade Deficit Widens to $31.98 Billion

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

India's merchandise exports increased by 19.63 per cent to USD 44.24 billion in July, primarily driven by petroleum products, while a significant rise in imports pushed the trade deficit to a six-month high of USD 31.98 billion.

Satwik-Chirag Advance To Semis At Singapore Open

Satwik-Chirag Advance To Semis At Singapore Open

Rediff.com29 May 2026

PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open after losing to An Se Young, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the semifinals.

Byju's Founder Byju Raveendran Sentenced to Jail in Singapore for Contempt of Court

Byju's Founder Byju Raveendran Sentenced to Jail in Singapore for Contempt of Court

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Byju Raveendran, founder of the embattled edtech firm Byju's, has been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court for contempt of court over alleged non-compliance with disclosure orders, a ruling he described as "procedural" and plans to appeal.

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payments Ecosystem

How UPI Revolutionised India's Digital Payments Ecosystem

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has completed a decade since its launch, becoming the backbone of India's digital payments ecosystem. It has seen exponential growth in transaction volume and value, expanding financial inclusion and setting a global benchmark for real-time payments.

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated the world number one pair from Korea to reach the final of the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament.

US Visa Pause Clouds Travel Plans

US Visa Pause Clouds Travel Plans

Rediff.com1 days ago

'One important clarification is that the reported US action is not a blanket cancellation of all US tourist visas.'

Gaganjeet Bhullar Advances At Singapore Open

Gaganjeet Bhullar Advances At Singapore Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar recovered from a mid-round slump to card a 68 and advance to the weekend rounds of the Singapore Open, sharing third place.

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Mumbai firm get Nadcap nod, boosts aircraft component sourcing from India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Mumbai-based TCR Engineering Services has become the first independent company in India to receive Nadcap accreditation for materials testing at its Navi Mumbai and Vadodara laboratories, a crucial step for Indian suppliers to enter the global aerospace supply chain.