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PV Sindhu's Valiant Effort Falls Short Against World No. 1 An Se Young In French Open Final

PV Sindhu's Valiant Effort Falls Short Against World No. 1 An Se Young In French Open Final

Rediff.com23 minutes ago

PV Sindhu finished as runner-up at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Paris, losing to world No. 1 An Se Young of South Korea in a three-game final. Despite a strong start where Sindhu won the first game, An Se Young dominated the subsequent games to secure her fourth French Open title. This marks Sindhu's 11th loss to An Se Young in as many meetings.

Sanju Samson books entire theatre for Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' for teammates

Sanju Samson books entire theatre for Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' for teammates

Rediff.com5 days ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, a self-proclaimed ardent fan of Rajinikanth, has booked an entire cinema hall for the superstar's latest release, 'Jailer 2', to watch with his family, friends, and several Tamil-speaking Indian teammates and support staff.

Breaking Bad Actor RJ Mitte Dies At 34

Breaking Bad Actor RJ Mitte Dies At 34

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

RJ Mitte, the beloved Breaking Bad actor has passed away at 34, with his representative confirming the death by suicide.

Filipina star Alexandra Eala enthralls in easy win over Oliynykova

Filipina star Alexandra Eala enthralls in easy win over Oliynykova

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Filipino tennis sensation Alexandra Eala defeated Ukrainian Oleksandra Oliynykova 6-1, 6-4 to advance to the third round of the U.S. Open. Eala, who previously lost to Oliynykova, showcased a dominant performance, particularly in the first set, and attributed her win to patience and consistent focus. Her victory was celebrated by a strong Filipino contingent in New York.

GalaxEye Buys StarOps, Expands Space Capabilities

GalaxEye Buys StarOps, Expands Space Capabilities

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

'From day one, our vision has been to build a company that develops and owns the technologies defining the future of space.'

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Rediff.com5 days ago

Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Ningbo Open in China due to a thigh injury, effectively ending her chances of qualifying for the season-ending WTA Finals.

Sharma, Lahiri Lead India's Charge At DP World Championship

Sharma, Lahiri Lead India's Charge At DP World Championship

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian golf stars Shubhankar Sharma and Anirban Lahiri will spearhead a 27-member Indian contingent at the USD four million DP World India Championship. They will compete against a formidable international field, including seven Major winners like Rory McIlroy, at the Delhi Golf Club, starting on Thursday.

Top Indian Athletes Join IOA Electoral College For Athletes Commission Polls

Top Indian Athletes Join IOA Electoral College For Athletes Commission Polls

Rediff.com6 days ago

Top Indian athletes like PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu, Neeru Dhanda, and Harmanpreet Singh have been nominated by their respective National Sports Federations to the electoral college for the Indian Olympic Association's Athletes Commission polls on November 3. The article details the nomination process, eligibility criteria, and the composition of the new Athletes Commission, noting the absence of some federations and the exclusion of outgoing members like Mary Kom.

Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller

Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's P V Sindhu, a double Olympic medallist, overcame a strong challenge from Thailand's Supanida Katethong in a three-game thriller at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament on Wednesday. Sindhu won 21-14, 8-21, 23-21, admitting it was not her best performance but expressing relief at advancing. In other matches, Unnati Hooda exited, while Ayush Shetty defeated Kidambi Srikanth, and Lakshya Sen gave a walkover.

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

Rediff.com6 days ago

McLaren Racing is selling five fully-functioning Formula One cars, including those driven by champions Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna, and one tested by Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, with prices expected to reach tens of millions of dollars.

Sourav Ganguly's Doosra Row: Who Owns Cricket History?

Sourav Ganguly's Doosra Row: Who Owns Cricket History?

Rediff.com1 days ago

The legal battle between former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and the makers of the film Doosra perfectly highlights the tension between broadcast licensing and a celebrity's personality rights.

Asian Games Medallists Lead Indian Shooting Contingent To Doha Camp

Asian Games Medallists Lead Indian Shooting Contingent To Doha Camp

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian shooters, including Asian Games gold medallists Neeru Dhanda and Suruchi Singh, are attending a preparatory camp in New Delhi for the upcoming ISSF World Championship in Doha. This championship is crucial as it marks the beginning of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualification cycle.

Ranji Trophy round 2: Vidarbha edge past Jammu and Kashmir; Uttar Pradesh, Baroda win

Ranji Trophy round 2: Vidarbha edge past Jammu and Kashmir; Uttar Pradesh, Baroda win

Rediff.com4 days ago

Baroda, Vidarbha, and Uttar Pradesh registered significant victories in the second round of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C on Tuesday. Baroda secured a dominant 10-wicket win over Bihar, Vidarbha clinched a thrilling three-wicket victory against defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh defeated Goa by 68 runs.

Paul Bettany Expresses Trepidation Over AI's Rapid Advancements

Paul Bettany Expresses Trepidation Over AI's Rapid Advancements

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Hollywood actor Paul Bettany, known for voicing J.A.R.V.I.S. and playing Vision in the MCU, expresses trepidation about the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. He discusses potential dystopian futures and the need for democratised AI, while promoting his new series "VisionQuest" which started streaming on JioHotstar on Tuesday.

Is Marco Jansen The Best Cricketer In The World?

Is Marco Jansen The Best Cricketer In The World?

Rediff.com3 days ago

'But sometimes I am cuckoo in the head. I sit late at night, and I think of how I want to play and how I want to be as a cricketer.'

Star Duo Djokovic-Sabalenka Crash Out Of US Open Mixed Doubles

Star Duo Djokovic-Sabalenka Crash Out Of US Open Mixed Doubles

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Top seeds Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka were eliminated from the U.S. Open mixed doubles in their opening match, losing to Henry Patten and Katerina Siniakova. Despite winning the first set, the star-studded pair could not hold on, with Siniakova sealing the upset with an ace.

Teen Table Tennis Star Syndrela Das Eyes Asian Games Gold And Top 50 Ranking

Teen Table Tennis Star Syndrela Das Eyes Asian Games Gold And Top 50 Ranking

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Seventeen-year-old table tennis sensation Syndrela Das has been called up to the senior women's side for the Asian Games. Ranked 99th globally, she aims for gold at the event and a rapid ascent into the top 50, attributing her success to rigorous training and a positive approach to pressure.

Nitesh Kumar, Thulasimathi Murugesan Secure Asian Para Games Medal

Nitesh Kumar, Thulasimathi Murugesan Secure Asian Para Games Medal

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Indian mixed doubles badminton pair of Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan secured a medal at the Asian Para Games by topping their SL3-SU5 Group B with an unbeaten record, advancing to the semifinals. Nitesh Kumar also won his men's singles SL3 match, and Ruthick Ragupathi won his men's singles SU5 match.

Nitesh Kumar, Naveen Sivakumar Clinch Gold At Asian Para Games

Nitesh Kumar, Naveen Sivakumar Clinch Gold At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured gold medals in men's singles SL3 and SL4 badminton events, respectively, at the Asian Para Games. Nitesh defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat, while debutant Naveen overcame Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan. India also secured silver medals through Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan and Pramod Bhagat, with Thulasimathi Murugesan still in contention for two more golds.

Srikkanth questions why India chose stars over youngsters against Afghanistan

Srikkanth questions why India chose stars over youngsters against Afghanistan

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Kris Srikkanth questioned whether India's star-studded Afghanistan squad was picked out of fear after recent defeats, arguing the series offered an ideal chance to blood promising youngsters.

Pro Wrestling League Set For Grand Return In January

Pro Wrestling League Set For Grand Return In January

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set to kick off its sixth season from January 9 to 26 next year in New Delhi, featuring 86 grapplers, including 34 international medallists. Six franchises will compete across Olympic weight categories, with Indian Asian Games medallists and Japanese Olympic champion Yui Susaki among the participants.

Ravi Kishan Gets Ready To Play Ram

Ravi Kishan Gets Ready To Play Ram

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Ravi Kishan is set to embody the revered character of Lord Ram in the highly anticipated Ayodhya Ki Ramleela theatrical production, performing live in Delhi.

Messi, Haaland and Kane headline star-studded 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist

Messi, Haaland and Kane headline star-studded 30-man Ballon d'Or shortlist

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi has made the 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlist after another prolific season, while five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo was omitted despite helping Al-Nassr secure the Saudi Pro League title.

Priyanka, Ananya At Gala With Taylor Swift, Kim Kardiashan

Priyanka, Ananya At Gala With Taylor Swift, Kim Kardiashan

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hollywood's biggest names brought their A-game to the sixth annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on October 17, turning the red carpet into a masterclass in high-fashion.

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Guess How Much Jacqueline's Lace Sari Costs?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Ranveer Singh, Gauri Khan and more stars celebrate Swadesh's first anniversary in style, dressed in stunning traditional ensembles.

Kerala's Lamine Yamal Lookalike: 15-Year-Old Allen James From Kollam Is A Social Media Star

Kerala's Lamine Yamal Lookalike: 15-Year-Old Allen James From Kollam Is A Social Media Star

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

A 15-year-old boy from Kollam, Allen James, has become a social media sensation due to his striking resemblance to Spanish football star Lamine Yamal.

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Clayface Review: Bloody Good Fun!

Rediff.com2 days ago

There are enough queasy thrills in Clayface to keep horror fans happy, raves Mayur Sanap.

Maharashtra Drought: Why A Crisis Suits Everyone

Maharashtra Drought: Why A Crisis Suits Everyone

Rediff.com1 days ago

Power, patronage and money fuel politics in drought: And the ruling party controls all of those, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Security beefed up at Disha Patani's UP home after Tiger Shroff shooting

Security beefed up at Disha Patani's UP home after Tiger Shroff shooting

Rediff.com4 days ago

Security has been tightened at the Bareilly residence of retired DSP Jagdish Singh Patani, father of actor Disha Patani, following a recent firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. This precautionary measure comes after Patani's residence was also targeted in firing incidents in September last year, which led to arrests and the killing of alleged shooters.

Who Is Niki Prasad, India's 20-Year-Old Debutant?

Who Is Niki Prasad, India's 20-Year-Old Debutant?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Twenty-year-old Karnataka all-rounder Niki Prasad made her senior India debut in the first T20I against Zimbabwe in Raipur on Friday.

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Will Kartik Kick Like Bruce Lee, Punch Like Stallone?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sandeep Modi's script afford Kartik never-before action opportunities wherein he would be doing a mix of Bruce Lee and Sylvester Stallone.

Bhavina Patel Leads Indian Table Tennis Charge At Asian Para Games

Bhavina Patel Leads Indian Table Tennis Charge At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian para table tennis players Bhavina Patel, Prachi, and Sonalben have advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, guaranteeing at least three bronze medals for the country. Bhavina Patel won her Class 4-5 quarterfinal, Prachi secured a historic medal in Class 6, and Sonalben triumphed in Class 3, showcasing India's strong performance in the sport.

Delhi Capitals Appoint Chaminda Vaas as Fast Bowling Coach for IPL 2027

Delhi Capitals Appoint Chaminda Vaas as Fast Bowling Coach for IPL 2027

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Sri Lankan bowling legend Chaminda Vaas has been appointed as the fast bowling coach for Delhi Capitals for the upcoming IPL 2027 season, marking his return to the league after 16 years.

New CCTV captures Tiger Shroff shooting suspects boarding train in Surat

New CCTV captures Tiger Shroff shooting suspects boarding train in Surat

Rediff.com5 days ago

New CCTV footage from Surat station shows two suspects in the Tiger Shroff firing case rushing to board a Pune-Jaipur express train. The suspects travelled by road from Mumbai to Surat after the gun attack, before being nabbed later at Kota station in Rajasthan. The incident involved gunshots fired at Tiger Shroff's car in Mumbai, injuring his driver and a bystander.

Royals Reign Supreme In Archery Premier League

Royals Reign Supreme In Archery Premier League

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Title holders Rajputana Royals secured a dominant 6-0 victory over Chero Archers in the Archery Premier League on Tuesday, revitalising their campaign after a slow start. World No. 1 Ella Gibson was a standout performer for the Royals, contributing to their clean sweep and moving them into semifinals contention. The win showcased a strong team performance, including key shots from Sangeeta and Mete Gazoz.

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Little Thomas Review: Lost In Cuteness

Rediff.com4 days ago

Little Thomas may have its heart in the right place, but its storytelling never quite catches up with its intentions, rues Mayur Sanap.

How India's Para Athletes Are Dominating Asian Games

How India's Para Athletes Are Dominating Asian Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Asian Para Games campaign saw a remarkable performance, particularly in athletics, securing five gold medals on Tuesday. Nishad Kumar and Deepthi Jeevanji were standout performers, both setting new Games records and clinching multiple golds. The nation's overall medal tally reached 35 by the end of day two, with significant contributions from shooting, powerlifting, swimming, table tennis, archery, and badminton, promising further success.

Sreeshankar's Ankle Surgery: A Setback On The Road To LA 2028

Sreeshankar's Ankle Surgery: A Setback On The Road To LA 2028

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Star Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar underwent minor ligament reconstruction surgery on his right ankle in London following an injury sustained at the Asian Games last month. This marks his second major surgery, having previously missed the Paris Olympics due to a left knee injury in 2024. Sreeshankar is now targeting a return to competition next season, with his sights set on the 2027 World Championships and the LA 2028 Olympics.

Shots fired at Tiger Shroff, Bishnoi gang claims attack

Shots fired at Tiger Shroff, Bishnoi gang claims attack

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after gunmen opened fire at his car in Mumbai's Juhu area, injuring his driver and an autorickshaw driver. Police have formed 15 teams to investigate the incident, which a viral social media post attributed to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, though authenticity is unverified. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has assured Shroff of swift action against the assailants.

Quimcy stuns Japan star, moves closer to historic Asian Games medal

Quimcy stuns Japan star, moves closer to historic Asian Games medal

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's Quimcy Joaquim Dsouza has reached the women's singles semifinals in Teqball at the Asian Games, putting her one win away from securing the country's first-ever medal in the sport. She topped her group after defeating Japan's Yuina Sakamoto and Cambodia's Koemyean DY. The Indian mixed doubles pair of Quimcy and Mohammed Anas Imran Beg also remain in contention for a medal through the repechage round despite an earlier quarterfinal loss. Teqball is making its debut at the Asian Games.