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Top Indian Athletes Gear Up for Indian Athletics Series 3

Top Indian Athletes Gear Up for Indian Athletics Series 3

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A star-studded field, including national record holders, will compete at the Indian Athletics Series 3 in New Delhi, motivated by the new Mondo track at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Young Tigresses Face Japan Test In AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup

Young Tigresses Face Japan Test In AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup

Rediff.com4 May 2026

India's U17 women's team faces a tough challenge against Japan in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup after an initial defeat to Australia. Coach Pamela Conti emphasises the need for a focused and perfect match to compete against the formidable Japanese side.

SC urges Kapur family to settle RK Family Trust dispute through mediation

SC urges Kapur family to settle RK Family Trust dispute through mediation

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The Supreme Court has urged the Kapur family, including Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur, to resolve their dispute over the family trust through mediation, appointing a former Chief Justice to oversee the process.

IPL 2026: How Yuvraj transformed Abhishek's game

IPL 2026: How Yuvraj transformed Abhishek's game

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Abhishek Sharma, the world's number one T20I batter, discusses the significant impact of training with Yuvraj Singh, highlighting how it strengthened his mindset for high-pressure situations and international cricket.

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar voices concerns about the uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf-backed funding and its potential impact on the Asian Tour and Indian golf.

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Hormuz Crisis Hits India Hard

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

The cost of the war is being counted not in the corridors of power in Washington or Tehran, but in Firozabad's darkened furnace rooms, Howrah's idle casting sheds, and a barbershop in Kochi where the wait is suddenly, inexplicably, an hour long, notes Prem Panicker in his must read blog on the Iran War.

Isha Ambani Wore 1,000 Diamonds To The Met Gala And It Still Wasn't Enough!

Isha Ambani Wore 1,000 Diamonds To The Met Gala And It Still Wasn't Enough!

Rediff.com5 May 2026

At the 2026 Met Gala, Isha Ambani didn't just shine but practically rewrote the red carpet rulebook wearing Gaurav Gupta.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Unveiled: Power, AI, And Style In One Slim Machine

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra Unveiled: Power, AI, And Style In One Slim Machine

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

ASUS has launched the ExpertBook Ultra in India, placing strong emphasis on built-in AI capabilities. This highlights a move towards machines that process demanding tasks directly on the device, reducing dependence on remote servers and cloud-driven computing.

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.

IPL 2026: How A Calm Mind Drives Sanju Samson's Surge

IPL 2026: How A Calm Mind Drives Sanju Samson's Surge

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Sanju is proving that sometimes the quietest minds produce the loudest impact.

15 years on, Sachin Tendulkar recalls India's iconic 2011 triumph

15 years on, Sachin Tendulkar recalls India's iconic 2011 triumph

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Sachin Tendulkar reflects on India's iconic 2011 World Cup win, recalling the emotions, key moments and shared dream that ended a 28-year wait for the title.

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Mother's Day: 10 Simple Rules To Live By

Rediff.com10 May 2026

This Mother's Day, Aditi Govitrikar, actor, supermodel, wellness expert and India's first Mrs World encourages all women to prioritise themselves and embrace self-care without guilt.

IPL 2026: Aakash Chopra hails Marsh's power show

IPL 2026: Aakash Chopra hails Marsh's power show

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has praised Mitchell Marsh's explosive batting after his match-winning century helped Lucknow Super Giants defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a high-scoring IPL clash.

Indian Skeet Shooters Gear Up for Challenging ISSF World Cup in Tangier

Indian Skeet Shooters Gear Up for Challenging ISSF World Cup in Tangier

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

India's skeet shooters are set to compete against a strong international field at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco. The event features Olympic and world champions, marking a competitive start to the season as athletes begin their journey towards Olympic qualification.

India rue 'three hours of bad tennis' after Billie Jean King Cup failure

India rue 'three hours of bad tennis' after Billie Jean King Cup failure

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

India's captain Vishal Uppal reflects on the team's performance in the Billie Jean King Cup, highlighting missed opportunities and the need for improvement despite a strong finish.

Courts And The Hate Speech Dilemma

Courts And The Hate Speech Dilemma

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Courts cannot be the only hope for those fighting hate speech. Countering its effects on the ground takes more effort. With our political parties unwilling to put in that amount of effort, it's left to citizens to do so, points out Jyoti Punwani.

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Women's Rowing Team Gears Up for Asian Games with National Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A 51-day national rowing camp for women has commenced in Gorakhpur to strengthen the team's preparations for the Asian Games in Japan later this year. The camp, organised by the Sports Authority of India, focuses on training rowers for the continental event.

'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit

'Earlier return could've changed MI's fate': Harbhajan on Rohit

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Harbhajan Singh believes Mumbai Indians' IPL playoff chances were hampered by Rohit Sharma's delayed return from a hamstring injury. He highlights Sharma's impactful innings against Lucknow Super Giants and suggests that an earlier recovery could have changed MI's fortunes.

IPL 2026: Gavaskar flags Bumrah's loss of rhythm and rising no-ball count

IPL 2026: Gavaskar flags Bumrah's loss of rhythm and rising no-ball count

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said Bumrah is trying too many variations and losing his natural rhythm. Speaking on Star Sports, Gavaskar pointed out that Bumrah has bowled several no-balls this season, something unusual for him, and has also seen a drop in pace.

IAF to procure high-altitude compact UAV for Garud Special Forces

IAF to procure high-altitude compact UAV for Garud Special Forces

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The Indian Air Force is set to procure a compact, indigenous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system for its elite Special Forces unit, designed to operate in extreme conditions and high altitudes.

India's Billie Jean King Cup Hopes Dim After Indonesia Defeat

India's Billie Jean King Cup Hopes Dim After Indonesia Defeat

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

India's chances of progressing in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie are jeopardised after a 0-3 loss to Indonesia, with Vaishnavi Adkar's valiant effort ending in defeat and Sahaja Yamalapalli outplayed by Janice Tjen.

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Vaishnavi Adkar's inspiring win over Sohyun Park propelled India to a 2-1 victory against South Korea in the Billie Jean King Cup, despite Ankita Raina's earlier defeat.

Vaishnavi Adkar Shines but India Misses Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs

Vaishnavi Adkar Shines but India Misses Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

India's chances of reaching the Billie Jean King Cup World Cup Play-offs were dashed despite Vaishnavi Adkar's victory over Sohyun Park, as Ankita Raina's loss to Dayeon Back proved decisive.

Ahmedabad Gears Up for AVC Men's Cup 2026 Following Official Draw

Ahmedabad Gears Up for AVC Men's Cup 2026 Following Official Draw

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Sports Authority of Gujarat hosted the drawing of lots for the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Men's Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad. The tournament is scheduled for June 20-28 at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, featuring 12 teams divided into two pools.

Sunil Chhetri Becomes Most Capped ISL Player

Sunil Chhetri Becomes Most Capped ISL Player

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Sunil Chhetri became the most capped player in Indian Super League history as Bengaluru FC beat Jamshedpur FC 1-0. Ryan Williams scored the decisive goal in the first half.

India Nuclear Journey Takes A Hanuman Leap

India Nuclear Journey Takes A Hanuman Leap

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

In many ways, this is only the beginning -- of a new chapter in India's nuclear story, and of a future where its vast thorium reserves could finally power its ambitions.

IAF to get indigenous unmanned combat search and rescue aircraft

IAF to get indigenous unmanned combat search and rescue aircraft

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Indian government is planning to develop an unmanned combat search and rescue aircraft for the Indian Air Force, designed to operate autonomously and in challenging terrains.

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Vaishnavi Adkar's inspiring victory over Sohyun Park led India to a 2-1 win against South Korea in the Billie Jean King Cup, although the team missed out on qualifying for the World Group Play-offs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 With AMD Starts At Rs 162,282

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 With AMD Starts At Rs 162,282

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6 (AMD) is offered in India with a starting price of Rs 162,282. The compact business laptop comes with AMD's latest Ryzen AI processor, a 13.3-inch WUXGA display, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

India's oldest living Test player, Gopinath passes into the ages

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

India's oldest Test cricketer CD Gopinath passes away at 96

IPL 2026: RR Captain Parag Caught Vaping in Dressing Room?

IPL 2026: RR Captain Parag Caught Vaping in Dressing Room?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is facing scrutiny after a video surfaced online appearing to show him using a vape in the dressing room during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. The video has sparked debate due to regulations prohibiting smoking and vaping in stadium areas and India's ban on e-cigarettes.

Why Tata Trusts Board Meeting Was Cancelled

Why Tata Trusts Board Meeting Was Cancelled

Rediff.com9 May 2026

A crucial Tata Trusts board meeting was unexpectedly postponed, highlighting internal conflicts over veto power, Tata Sons listing, and trustee eligibility, raising concerns about the stability of the $180 billion conglomerate.

IPL 2026: Rs 27 cr Pant under fire, coach backs big comeback

IPL 2026: Rs 27 cr Pant under fire, coach backs big comeback

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' bowling coach Bharat Arun believes Rishabh Pant is close to regaining his top form, dismissing concerns about his hefty price tag affecting his performance.

'Lost 5 Crores In First Start-Up. What To Do?'

'Lost 5 Crores In First Start-Up. What To Do?'

Rediff.com29 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Ganesh Natarajan offers advice on how to build and scale your first start-up.

George, Malhotra set up India-Pak date in U-19 Asia Cup final

George, Malhotra set up India-Pak date in U-19 Asia Cup final

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Vice-captain Vihaan Malhotra's exhilarating stroke-play was well complemented by Aaron George's composure as India set up an Under-19 Asia Cup summit date with arch-rivals Pakistan after crushing Sri Lanka by eight wickets in a rain-curtailed semi-final, in Dubai, on Friday.

Investment Disclosure Tightens Tax Scrutiny

Investment Disclosure Tightens Tax Scrutiny

Rediff.com7 May 2026

From the financial year 2025-2026, the government has introduced a new column in the tax return form for presumptive taxpayers, requiring them to disclose their year-end investments. This requirement was not present last year.

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

K L Rahul Delighted To Overcome T20 Doubts

Rediff.com5 May 2026

K L Rahul expresses satisfaction at breaking the perception of being a Test specialist.

Suryansh Shedge credits 'Ricky sir', Iyer for mindset shift

Suryansh Shedge credits 'Ricky sir', Iyer for mindset shift

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge attributes his improved performance in the Indian Premier League to a crucial mindset shift, crediting head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their guidance.

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Nat Sciver-Brunt to captain England at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Nat Sciver-Brunt will captain the 15-member England squad for the upcoming 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup, the ECB announced. The same squad will also participate in the preceding series against India and New Zealand in May-June.