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Arjun Maini gears up for 2026 DTM season with HRT Ford Racing

Arjun Maini gears up for 2026 DTM season with HRT Ford Racing

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Indian driver Arjun Maini will continue with HRT Ford Racing in the 2026 DTM season, driving the No. 36 Ford Mustang GT3 EVO as the team prepares for the championship opener in Austria.

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Rediff.com6 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

2026 under spotlight: An action-packed year awaits Indian sports

2026 under spotlight: An action-packed year awaits Indian sports

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Lots to look forward to in Indian sports as packed 2026 calender awaits

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

India, having already secured a World Cup berth, will compete against Italy in the semi-final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to win the tournament.

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Bhambri and Goransson Reach Indian Wells Semifinal

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Andre Goransson have advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament after defeating Alexander Erler and Andrea Vavassori.

Alcaraz powers into quarters, Draper upsets Djokovic in Indian Wells classic

Alcaraz powers into quarters, Draper upsets Djokovic in Indian Wells classic

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Jack Draper stunned Novak Djokovic in a deciding-set tie-break while Carlos Alcaraz extended his winning streak to reach the quarter-finals of the Indian Wells Open. Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina also advanced.

Yuki Bhambri reaches first ATP Masters 1000 semifinal in Indian Wells

Yuki Bhambri reaches first ATP Masters 1000 semifinal in Indian Wells

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Goran Goransson have advanced to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament after defeating Alexander Erler and Andrea Vavassori.

Four Teams Vie for Finals Berth in DP World PGTI's 72 The League

Four Teams Vie for Finals Berth in DP World PGTI's 72 The League

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Four teams, including UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals, are in contention to reach the finals of the DP World PGTI's 72 The League after the fourth round at the Classic Golf & Country Club. The final round promises intense competition as teams vie for the top two spots.

T20 World Cup: 'Shivam Dube's two boundaries are as important as Sanju Samson's 97': Gambhir

T20 World Cup: 'Shivam Dube's two boundaries are as important as Sanju Samson's 97': Gambhir

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

For Gautam Gambhir, the essence of team sport is acknowledgement of every contribution big or small, which according to him was missing in Indian cricket for long.

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.

Dhamne's Maha Open Journey Ends in Quarterfinals

Dhamne's Maha Open Journey Ends in Quarterfinals

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Wildcard entrant Manas Dhamne's impressive run at the Maha Open ATP Challenger came to an end after losing to Duje Ajdukovic in the quarterfinals. Other players including Edas Butvilas, Felix Gill, and Federico Cina advanced to the semifinals.

ICC postpones Doha meeting amid Middle East unrest

ICC postpones Doha meeting amid Middle East unrest

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has postponed its three-day meeting scheduled for March 25-27 in Doha, Qatar, due to the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. The meeting has been rescheduled for next month at a location within the same continent.

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Pune Police Foil Kidnapping Plot, Rescue Businessman and Arrest Five

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Pune police have arrested five individuals from Uttar Pradesh for allegedly kidnapping a businessman and demanding a ransom of Rs 50 lakh. The businessman was rescued, and the suspects were apprehended near Sangamner.

Kiran George upsets Loh Kean Yew; Tanvi, Unnati bow out of Swiss Open

Kiran George upsets Loh Kean Yew; Tanvi, Unnati bow out of Swiss Open

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Kiran George defeated Loh Kean Yew at the Swiss Open, while other Indian shuttlers experienced mixed fortunes in the tournament.

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Navneet Kaur's hat-trick led India to a 4-1 victory over Wales in a Pool B clash at the women's hockey World Cup Qualifiers, securing their position as table-toppers and a semifinal berth.

'Chhotu, World Cup jitayega?': How Suryakumar's Gut Call Sparked Ishan Kishan's World Cup Heroics

'Chhotu, World Cup jitayega?': How Suryakumar's Gut Call Sparked Ishan Kishan's World Cup Heroics

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's T20 World Cup winning captain Suryakumar Yadav discusses his decision to include Ishan Kishan in the team based on gut feeling along with Sanju Samson's impact with the bat.

Shekar Takes Lead in Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour Leg 5

Shekar Takes Lead in Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour Leg 5

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Jasmine Shekar leads the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour after the first round, followed closely by amateur Lavanya Gupta.

Indian Teenager Shanker Heisnam Earns Maiden ATP Point at Kolkata ITF M25

Indian Teenager Shanker Heisnam Earns Maiden ATP Point at Kolkata ITF M25

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Shanker Heisnam, a 19-year-old from Manipur, earned his first ATP ranking point by defeating Stijn Pel of the Netherlands at the Central Excise & CGST ITF M25 Kolkata. He will face top seed Luca Castelnuovo in the next round. Leo Borg, son of Bjorn Borg, also advanced.

Indian Youth Boxers Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok

Indian Youth Boxers Shine at World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Priyansh Sehrawat, L Ambekar, and Sahil Duhan secured dominant victories for India at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, while Aman Siwach faced a setback.

How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube, fresh from his T20 World Cup victory, travelled by train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai to be with his family, avoiding fully booked flights and potential fan frenzy.

Serena Williams eligible to return to tennis; comeback unclear

Serena Williams eligible to return to tennis; comeback unclear

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Serena Williams has been listed as eligible to return to tennis by the ITIA, fueling speculation about a possible comeback after rejoining the anti-doping testing pool.

Players wait at airport, Pakistan Hockey Federation under fire

Players wait at airport, Pakistan Hockey Federation under fire

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is under scrutiny after the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) confirmed providing over 10 million rupees for the national team's hotel accommodation in Australia, which was allegedly not arranged, leading to significant difficulties for the team.

Dravid-Ashwin To Buy Team In European T20 Premier League

Dravid-Ashwin To Buy Team In European T20 Premier League

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Rahul Dravid and Ravichandran Ashwin are reportedly part of an Indian consortium set to acquire a franchise in the European T20 Premier League.

Avneet, Jiya, Rashmika Love Being Nerdy

Avneet, Jiya, Rashmika Love Being Nerdy

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Geek is the new chic! From oversized glasses to plaid shirts and sweater vests, the nerd aesthetic is officially having its fashion moment.

Yuki Bhambri and Goran Goransson reach Indian Wells Masters quarterfinals with straight-set victory

Yuki Bhambri and Goran Goransson reach Indian Wells Masters quarterfinals with straight-set victory

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Yuki Bhambri and Goran Goransson defeated Sander Arends and Jiri Lehecka to reach the quarterfinals of the Indian Wells Masters men's doubles event.

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Sindhu to Miss All England Championships Amid Travel Chaos

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is set to miss the All England Championships after being stranded in Dubai due to travel disruptions. Other Indian shuttlers face challenges reaching the tournament.

Ahmedabad Asian Weightlifting Championships rescheduled due to Middle East conflict

Ahmedabad Asian Weightlifting Championships rescheduled due to Middle East conflict

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The Asian Weightlifting Championships, originally scheduled for April in Ahmedabad, have been postponed to May due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, ensuring the safety and participation of all delegations.

Realme Narzo Power 5G Arrives With A 10,001mAh Battery

Realme Narzo Power 5G Arrives With A 10,001mAh Battery

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Realme has introduced its new Realme Narzo Power 5G handset in the Indian market, highlighted by an enormous 10,001mAh power unit.

MLS Eyes Defining Year Amid World Cup, Messi Mania

MLS Eyes Defining Year Amid World Cup, Messi Mania

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

MLS enters its 31st season amid World Cup buzz and Lionel Messi's impact, with Don Garber calling it a defining moment for the league's future.

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Indian Wells: Jannik Sinner survives scare; Sabalenka too hot for Osaka

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

World number two Jannik Sinner survived a stern test from Joao Fonseca on Tuesday to reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals.

Gujarat Giants Name Randhir Singh Sehrawat as Head Coach

Gujarat Giants Name Randhir Singh Sehrawat as Head Coach

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Former India international Randhir Singh Sehrawat has been appointed as the head coach of Gujarat Giants ahead of the upcoming season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

Arjun Maini to Race for HRT Ford Racing in 2026 DTM Season

Arjun Maini to Race for HRT Ford Racing in 2026 DTM Season

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian driver Arjun Maini will continue to race for HRT Ford Racing in the 2026 DTM season, the team announced.

Iranian football team is welcome to play in FIFA World Cup in US: Donald Trump

Iranian football team is welcome to play in FIFA World Cup in US: Donald Trump

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Wednesday that he met with United States President Donald Trump, who told him he welcomed Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Stalin Sitting Pretty In Tamil Nadu, But...

Stalin Sitting Pretty In Tamil Nadu, But...

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tamil Nadu will elect a new government on April 23.
Will the DMK retain power? Can the AIADMK spring a surprise? And what about Vijay's TVK? A Ganesh Nadar surveys the election landscape a day after the Election Commission announced the poll schedule.

Iranian women's football squad member changes mind on Australia asylum offer, to return home

Iranian women's football squad member changes mind on Australia asylum offer, to return home

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Australian police helped two more members of the Iranian women's football delegation slip their minders to claim asylum, but one has changed her mind and decided to go back to Iran.

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Explained: What athletes can and cannot say at the Olympics

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The ejection of Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych from the Winter Games over his "helmet of remembrance" has put the spotlight on rules over where athletes are not allowed to express themselves on political matters at the Olympics.

Delhi to host Asia Cup Archery Championships in 2027

Delhi to host Asia Cup Archery Championships in 2027

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

India is set to host the Asia Cup archery tournament in Delhi in 2027, marking the return of major international archery events to the country after 22 years. Ahmedabad will host the Asian Para Archery Championships in September, and Kolkata will host the South Asian Archery Championships in 2026.

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Kyle Walker quits international football four caps short of century

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Kyle Walker hung up his England boots on Tuesday, four matches shy of a landmark 100 caps, bringing the curtain down on a 14-year international career that saw him twice finish as a European Championship runner-up.

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand's Swiss Open campaign ends prematurely due to injury. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty set to begin their campaign.