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Revealed! The Story Behind Isha, Nita Ambani's Navratri Look

Revealed! The Story Behind Isha, Nita Ambani's Navratri Look

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

When the Ambanis celebrate Indian craftsmanship, you can expect a masterclass in all things heritage, handwork and high fashion.

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Smaller Indian Contingent Faces Hurdles At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

India faces a challenging Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya with a significantly smaller contingent of 168 athletes, down from 303. While aiming to build on its record 111-medal haul from the last Games, selection disputes in para-shooting and para-cycling, coupled with reduced athlete numbers in key disciplines like para-athletics, pose hurdles. Despite these challenges, star athletes across para-athletics, archery, para-badminton, shooting, and table tennis are expected to lead India's medal charge.

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Indian IT stocks record best week in 18 years amid global AI sell-off

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Indian IT stocks have experienced their most significant weekly surge in 18 years, with the Nifty IT index climbing 11.72 per cent, as a global sell-off in AI-linked equities redirected investor attention towards India's IT services sector. This shift aligns with a JP Morgan report identifying India as a 'natural AI hedge' due to its large, liquid market and strong domestic institutional investor base.

Big blow for Australia as Inglis suffers finger fracture

Big blow for Australia as Inglis suffers finger fracture

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the remaining two One-Day Internationals against South Africa due to a fractured right index finger. The injury occurred during the first ODI, and he now faces a race against time to be fit for the upcoming three-match Test series in South Africa. Alex Carey is expected to replace him behind the stumps for the ODIs.

Mahi Verma Finishes Sixth In Asian Games Sailing

Mahi Verma Finishes Sixth In Asian Games Sailing

Rediff.com3 Oct 2026

Indian sailor Mahi Verma, 16, secured the sixth overall position in the girls dinghy event at the Asian Games in Aichi, despite finishing eighth in the final race.

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Yeh Jeevan Hai... Well Done Appa!!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Some people leave behind a business. A rare few leave behind a place in people's hearts. Appa leaves behind both.

Why Asian Champions Trophy is special for Harmanpreet

Why Asian Champions Trophy is special for Harmanpreet

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The Asian Champions Trophy returns to Punjab after 17 years, marking a special occasion for Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh, whose family will watch him play internationally for the first time. The tournament, featuring six teams, highlights Punjab's rich hockey legacy and will be held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5.

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Test Twenty: New Mixed-Gender Cricket Format to Debut in Colombo

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Test Twenty, cricket's new format, debuts in Colombo on November 14, with 160 young cricketers and boys' and girls' scores combining to decide one winner.

Raza set on retirement after 2027 World Cup despite WTC

Raza set on retirement after 2027 World Cup despite WTC

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza has confirmed his decision to retire after the 2027 ODI World Cup, stating that his country's potential entry into the World Test Championship (WTC) for the 2027-30 cycle will not alter his plans. He believes WTC entry will significantly boost Zimbabwe's cricketing growth and also discussed the challenges of home advantage for the 2027 World Cup and highlighted promising young talents.

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

'Drunk men all around': Last call by Assam woman found dead in Andhra

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

A tragic incident has unfolded as an Assam woman, Himashree Boro, was found dead near railway tracks in Andhra Pradesh, prompting her family to allege murder and question railway safety and RPF response after she reported feeling unsafe on the train.

Neeraj Chauhan pulls off huge Asian Games archery upset

Neeraj Chauhan pulls off huge Asian Games archery upset

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Indian archers Dhiraj Bommadevara, Neeraj Chauhan, and Kumkum Mohod Anil have successfully advanced to the recurve quarterfinals at the Asian Games. Chauhan notably defeated a three-time Olympic gold medallist, while Bommadevara and Anil also secured impressive wins. Kirti, however, was eliminated.

Kumkum, Sujeet get top honours for Asian Games feats

Kumkum, Sujeet get top honours for Asian Games feats

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Archer Kumkum Mohod and wrestler Sujeet Kalkal have been named the first recipients of the Jaspal Rana Award and Raja Randhir Singh Award, respectively, by the Indian Olympic Association. These awards recognise their exceptional performances at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where Mohod secured two archery golds and Kalkal won gold in wrestling.

South Korea FA apologises for alleged 'sexual services' to foreign referees

South Korea FA apologises for alleged 'sexual services' to foreign referees

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

South Korea's national football association has issued a deep apology following a media report alleging it provided 'sexual services' to foreign referees during international matches over a decade ago, specifically in 2011 and 2012.

Bengaluru Father Held For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Hearing-Impaired Daughter

Bengaluru Father Held For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Hearing-Impaired Daughter

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

A man has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly sexually assaulting his eight-year-old hearing-impaired daughter. The incident came to light after the girl complained of stomach pain, leading to a medical examination and police investigation under the POCSO Act.

India's Compound Archery Women Secure Gold Medal Match Berth

India's Compound Archery Women Secure Gold Medal Match Berth

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The Indian women's compound archery team defeated South Korea in the semifinals of the Asian Games, securing their spot in the gold medal match against China.

International Coffee Day: Coffee Lovers, This One's For You!

International Coffee Day: Coffee Lovers, This One's For You!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

This International Coffee Day, let's raise a mug to some delicious and rather unusual coffee drinks from India and around the world.

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

India's new captain Smriti Mandhana is set to lead the women's team in a T20I series against Zimbabwe, marking a new era. She aims to elevate the team's professionalism, power-hitting, and fielding, while fostering a strong team culture. Mandhana also highlighted the importance of Harmanpreet Kaur's experience and praised deputy Shafali Verma's growth, as the team prepares for the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027.

Kirti's story: From paddy fields to Asian Games gold

Kirti's story: From paddy fields to Asian Games gold

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

The Indian women's recurve archery team, featuring Haryana's Kirti Sharma, secured a historic gold medal at the Asian Games by defeating South Korea. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini lauded their achievement, while Kirti's family in Jind expressed immense pride, sharing their struggles and hopes for an Olympic gold.

Jio Platforms charts capex-light 6G strategy, eyes global expansion

Jio Platforms charts capex-light 6G strategy, eyes global expansion

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Jio Platforms (JPL) is preparing a capex-light strategy to commercially launch 6G services in the early 2030s through software upgrades, rather than fresh infrastructure investments, according to Akash Ambani, managing director of JPL.

Why Invasive Species Threaten Global South Biodiversity Most

Why Invasive Species Threaten Global South Biodiversity Most

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

A new study reveals that the impacts of invasive species on biodiversity are most severe in the Global South, challenging previous assumptions. Factors like rapidly developing economies, weak governance, and limited management capacity make these regions particularly vulnerable, leading to higher ecological and economic damages.

One-off Test: Atal frustrates Bangladesh as Afghanistan survive final-day onslaught

One-off Test: Atal frustrates Bangladesh as Afghanistan survive final-day onslaught

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Sediqullah Atal's 111 and Qais Ahmad's unbeaten 49, capped by a last-ball six, helped Afghanistan survive 142 overs to force a dramatic draw against Bangladesh.

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Spotify Eyes India's Global Music Moment

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

'India is a large source of Spotify's future audience growth because it is the largest market in the world.'

Who Fears AI Most? The Global Jobs Picture

Who Fears AI Most? The Global Jobs Picture

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Across 34 of 37 nations included in a Pew Research Center survey this year, the prevailing view is that artificial intelligence is more likely to displace workers than open up new employment opportunities.

Mass shooting plot at US Hindu Temple foiled, 19-year-old held

Mass shooting plot at US Hindu Temple foiled, 19-year-old held

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

A 19-year-old man, Alexandros Paporakis, was arrested in Illinois for allegedly plotting a mass shooting targeting a Hindu place of worship. Authorities recovered a manifesto with white supremacist ideologies and references to violence against people of Indian descent, along with weapons and tactical gear. The plot was uncovered after Paporakis shared concerning electronic communications, leading to swift action by law enforcement.

Sensex Jumps 1,109 Points as IT Firms, HDFC Bank Lead Market Rebound

Sensex Jumps 1,109 Points as IT Firms, HDFC Bank Lead Market Rebound

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Indian stock markets witnessed a significant rebound, with the Sensex rallying 1,109 points and the Nifty closing above 22,720, driven by strong performances in IT and financial sectors, a recovering rupee, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's comments on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax.

Delhi's three new protest venues: What you need to know

Delhi's three new protest venues: What you need to know

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

The Delhi Police have designated three new venues for protests - Burari Ground, CBD Ground, and Ramlila Ground - after denotifying Jantar Mantar. These sites vary in size and location, with concerns raised about the impact of protests on commercial and residential areas near CBD Ground, while Burari Ground is the largest. Ramlila Maidan has a rich political history.

India's 2036 Olympic bid: 'Hoping to become a sporting superpower'

India's 2036 Olympic bid: 'Hoping to become a sporting superpower'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

India is determined to host the 2036 Olympics as part of a broader strategy to become a global sporting superpower, despite challenges like limited multi-sport event experience and a poor doping record, according to Indian Olympic Association CEO Raghuram Iyer.

NITI Aayog Member Highlights India's Push for 'Gross Domestic Knowledge Product'

NITI Aayog Member Highlights India's Push for 'Gross Domestic Knowledge Product'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

India is developing a 'Gross Domestic Knowledge Product' (GDKP) to identify and define its knowledge assets, a move aimed at safeguarding them amidst global efforts to monetise and 'weaponise' knowledge, according to NITI Aayog member R Balasubramaniam.

Researchers Propose Five Key Actions To Mitigate El Nino's Health Toll

Researchers Propose Five Key Actions To Mitigate El Nino's Health Toll

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Researchers have outlined five crucial actions to help the world prepare for a potentially strongest-on-record El Nino, aiming to reduce its severe health consequences like infectious diseases, malnutrition, and heat-related conditions. These recommendations, published in The Lancet, emphasise a comprehensive risk overview and early preparatory measures.

Indian Archer Dhiraj Bommadevara Advocates Mixed Day-Night Matches In APL

Indian Archer Dhiraj Bommadevara Advocates Mixed Day-Night Matches In APL

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

World No. 4 recurve archer Dhiraj Bommadevara has advocated for a mix of daytime and night matches in the Archery Premier League (APL) to better prepare Indian archers for diverse international competition conditions. He highlighted the importance of adapting to varying factors like wind, especially with the APL's shift to Hyderabad, and praised the league for fostering stronger relationships and learning opportunities with international archers.

Kochi Police Uncover Suspected Conspiracy After Synagogue Arson Arrest

Kochi Police Uncover Suspected Conspiracy After Synagogue Arson Arrest

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

A 32-year-old man, Ebin B Paul, has been arrested in Kochi for allegedly setting fire to a plant nursery in front of a synagogue. Police suspect a wider conspiracy and have seized various narcotic substances from his residence during the investigation. The incident occurred on September 12.

Rahul Gandhi didn't push me, clarifies Shivakumar

Rahul Gandhi didn't push me, clarifies Shivakumar

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has refuted claims that Rahul Gandhi pushed him during a protest march in Delhi, clarifying that Gandhi was concerned for his safety. This comes after a viral video sparked a political slugfest between the Congress and the BJP, with the latter accusing Gandhi of insulting the state.

India to kickstart 2027 ODI World Cup campaign with matches against Australia, Pakistan

India to kickstart 2027 ODI World Cup campaign with matches against Australia, Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The ICC has announced the schedule for the men's World Cup, detailing India's opening match against Australia, a crucial clash with Pakistan, and other group stage fixtures, along with the dates and venues for the semi-finals and final.

Champions League: PSG down Man City, Real Madrid edge past Roma

Champions League: PSG down Man City, Real Madrid edge past Roma

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Paris St Germain defeated Manchester City 4-2 in a thrilling Champions League encounter, with a dominant first-half performance. The match took place amidst scrutiny over City's financial breaches. Erling Haaland set a new record as the fastest player to reach 60 Champions League goals. Other notable results included Liverpool's 6-3 win over LASK, Aston Villa's 6-0 victory against Fenerbahce, and Real Madrid's dramatic 4-3 comeback against AS Roma.

Indian Women's Sepaktakraw Team Suffers Twin Losses In Asian Games

Indian Women's Sepaktakraw Team Suffers Twin Losses In Asian Games

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

The Indian women's doubles sepaktakraw team experienced two defeats in Group B at the Asian Games, losing to South Korea and the Philippines. This follows the men's team's failure to reach the semifinals in their event.

Top Seed Janice Tjen Returns To Defend Chennai Open Title

Top Seed Janice Tjen Returns To Defend Chennai Open Title

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Indonesian tennis star Janice Tjen will return as the top seed to defend her title at the Chennai Open International Women's Tennis Championships 2026, a WTA 250 event. The tournament, India's highest international women's ranking event, will feature players from 22 countries, with Tjen being the first Asian top seed.

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

'It is to observe the Sun continuously that you have the Aditya L1 mission.' 'It is in a position from where it can observe the Sun continuously.'

13-year-old Yu Zidi named MVP as Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 close

13-year-old Yu Zidi named MVP as Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 close

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Thirteen-year-old Yu Zidi's three golds and MVP award provided a golden highlight as the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games closed after a fortnight of logistical problems.

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Mamata Banerjee, Kejriwal, Neha Bora detained during CJP protest

Rediff.com10 Oct 2026

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee, AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, and several other opposition leaders were detained by Delhi Police during protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

12 Reasons To Love Ireland

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

And plan your trip to the Republic.