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Kohli chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal' ahead of NZ ODI decider

Kohli chants 'Jai Shree Mahakal' ahead of NZ ODI decider

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Former Indian skipper and star cricketer Virat Kohli, along with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, offered prayers at Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Saturday.

Suryakumar, Samson, Rinku enjoy Pench safari

Suryakumar, Samson, Rinku enjoy Pench safari

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

India's T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav along with four other members of the team went on a jungle safari in the Pench Tiger Reserve on Monday ahead of the opening match of the five-game series with New Zealand beginning at Nagpur on January 21.

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'Four other teams bid for him and KKR outbid everyone, that is a different story. And if he was included in the auction, it was BCCI's call. Removing a player will not make any difference...'

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh Journalists' Media Applications Rejected

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh Journalists' Media Applications Rejected

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

The ICC's decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the T20 World Cup 2026 has sparked another controversy and this time, it's affecting the media.

'Still Can't Get A 12-Ball 50?' Yuvi Teases Abhishek

'Still Can't Get A 12-Ball 50?' Yuvi Teases Abhishek

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

After the match, Yuvraj was quick to add a touch of humour, playfully reminding his protege of the gold standard.

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The International Cricket Council has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board that it has been replaced by Scotland in T20 World Cup 2026.

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that head coach Gautam Gambhir has a firm grip on the team and is popular among the players.

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.

Grammys 2026: Dalai Lama, Lady Gaga Win

Grammys 2026: Dalai Lama, Lady Gaga Win

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The 68th Grammy Awards began at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma offered a hilarious piece of advice to spinner Kuldeep Yadav ahead of the T20 World Cup this year from February 7.

India's Startup Stars 2025: Zepto Rules

India's Startup Stars 2025: Zepto Rules

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

LinkedIn has unveiled its list of the Rising Indian Startups of 2025 - and guess who's claimed the crown yet again? Zepto has held firm to its No.1 spot, outpacing the competition with unstoppable momentum.

Sunita Williams: 'Humans arguing seems silly when...'

Sunita Williams: 'Humans arguing seems silly when...'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Astronaut Sunita Williams discusses how space travel changed her perspective on life, emphasizing the unity of Earth and the silliness of human conflicts when viewed from space.

Pakistan announce T20 World Cup squad amid drama

Pakistan announce T20 World Cup squad amid drama

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

After veiled boycott threat, Pakistan name 15-member squad for T20 World Cup.

Deepti Sharma hits career high as T20I No 1

Deepti Sharma hits career high as T20I No 1

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Star India all-rounder Deepti Sharma on Tuesday rose to the top of the ICC women's T20I bowling rankings for the first time in her career.

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is adamant in their stance of not playing their T20 World Cup matches in India.

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Mitchell, who was instrumental in New Zealand's historic ODI series win over India on January 18, is the new World No 1 batter in ODIs.

WC stars to get top billing at WPL auction

WC stars to get top billing at WPL auction

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'A total of 19 players have registered in the highest base-price bracket of Rs.50 lakh, 11 players in the Rs. 40 lakh bracket, and 88 players in the Rs.30 lakh bracket.'

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The complainant stated that Ranveer Singh, while present on stage and in the presence of the lead actor of Kantara: Chapter-1, allegedly performed acts that mocked and insulted the sacred Bhoota Kola tradition practiced in coastal Karnataka.

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'Both Rahul and Modi are the same in the way they run their parties. Modi too wants faceless people and so does Rahul Gandhi.'

Mardaani 3 Review: In Service of Rani Mukerji

Mardaani 3 Review: In Service of Rani Mukerji

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Rani Mukerji gets plenty of scope to shine, seething with anger, screaming, radiating fury, and even taking on hand-to-hand combat in a truly boss-lady role, notes Mayur Sanap.

How Much Money Will Jana Nayagan Make?

How Much Money Will Jana Nayagan Make?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

When it eventually releases, Jana Nayagan is expected to have an opening day collection close to -- or even above -- Rs 100 crore, largely because it is being promoted as Vijay's final movie before he focuses entirely on politics.

60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

60 Years On This Week, Indira Gandhi Became Prime Minister

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

In a culture where children take up the profession of their father, her becoming a politician was seen as natural and acceptable.

Ranji Trophy: Gill misfires as Saurashtra hammer Punjab

Ranji Trophy: Gill misfires as Saurashtra hammer Punjab

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Star batter Shubman Gill endured his second successive unproductive outing as Punjab faltered against Saurashtra spinners, going down by 194 runs on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match, in Rajkot, on Friday.

WPL 2026: Hardik Pandya's Sweet Surprise For RCB's Gautami Naik

WPL 2026: Hardik Pandya's Sweet Surprise For RCB's Gautami Naik

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Gautami Naik was shocked to get a congratulatory message from her idol Pandya after the match.

'India a real contender for 2026 Hockey World Cup'

'India a real contender for 2026 Hockey World Cup'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

India will be a threat and a strong contender for a podium finish at next year's Hockey World Cup, said Belgium's star drag-flicker Alexander Hendrickx

Afghanistan put three-foreign-league cap for top players

Afghanistan put three-foreign-league cap for top players

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'This measure aims to manage workload and ensure peak performance for national duties.'

Want To See Vijay's Farewell Film?

Want To See Vijay's Farewell Film?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

January releases also feature Pawan Kalyan, the Fukrey folks, Vir Das, and the Border stars...

India women eye fourth straight T20 win over Sri Lanka

India women eye fourth straight T20 win over Sri Lanka

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Formidable India will be eager to register a dominance-extending fourth victory on the bounce in the fourth women's T20I against Sri Lanka in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday.

Mitchell Starc Gives Ultimate Husband Goals... Again

Mitchell Starc Gives Ultimate Husband Goals... Again

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Australian cricketer Mitchell Starc is once again giving husband goals to all the men out there.

India thump Sri Lanka, but Harmanpreet is worried!

India thump Sri Lanka, but Harmanpreet is worried!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

We're really working hard on fielding but don't know why we keep dropping catches: Harmanpreet

JioHotStar Is Investing 4K Cr In South!

JioHotStar Is Investing 4K Cr In South!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

The platform has seen a growth of 70% in watch time for South content, which is more than the national average.The South has outperformed the rest of India in subscription depth, retention and connected TV adoption.

ICC ODI Rankings: Kohli dethrones Rohit to become No 1

ICC ODI Rankings: Kohli dethrones Rohit to become No 1

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings for the first time in five years.

Vijay's TVK gets 'whistle' symbol for 2026 polls

Vijay's TVK gets 'whistle' symbol for 2026 polls

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

The Election Commission has allotted the 'whistle' symbol to actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), for the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections. Party workers are enthusiastically promoting the symbol across Tamil Nadu.

The Hot Bollywood Deal You Need To Know About

The Hot Bollywood Deal You Need To Know About

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

'We hope we will have created a world where music for films appeals to fans across the country, across languages and genres.'

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

WPL 2026: Can DC carry winning momentum forward?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

On a high after beating RCB, Delhi Capitals aim for strong showing against Gujarat Giants

Border 2 Review: Overdramatic But Watchable!

Border 2 Review: Overdramatic But Watchable!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Because it treats soldiers as human, and concentrates on their emotions as much as their bravery, Border 2, probably without meaning to, speaks out against war, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Teenagar Vaibhav Set For Epic Pakistan Face-Off in Rising Stars Asia Cup!

Teenagar Vaibhav Set For Epic Pakistan Face-Off in Rising Stars Asia Cup!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the youngest centurion in men's T20 cricket, will once again be the player to watch out for in the Rising Stars Asia Cup.

HIL: JSW Soorma open account with win over HIL GC

HIL: JSW Soorma open account with win over HIL GC

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

JSW Soorma Hockey Club register first win, beat HIL GC 3-1

Is Zoya The New Fashion It Girl?

Is Zoya The New Fashion It Girl?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

We have a new fashion girlie to obsess over. Zoya Afroz, who is suddenly all over everyone's screens thanks to Taskaree, is not just a Miss India International 2021 titleholder but also a style star in making.

Squash World Cup: India blank Brazil, meet SA in quarters

Squash World Cup: India blank Brazil, meet SA in quarters

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Already through to the quarter-finals, hosts India blanked debutants Brazil 4-0 in their final Pool B match of the Squash World Cup in Chennai on Thursday.