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Diplomacy, Royalty, Humanity On OTT

Diplomacy, Royalty, Humanity On OTT

Rediff.com9 May 2025

There's room for all kinds on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma tells us.

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes IPL teams should have full control over pitch conditions in their own backyard.

L2: Empuraan Trailer Looks Exciting!

L2: Empuraan Trailer Looks Exciting!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Empuraan promises a world of geo-political intrigue, drug wars and action spectacle all rolled into one, observes Arjun Menon.

'India Is Where The Action Is'

'India Is Where The Action Is'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'Pakistan is no longer a front-burner issue for America.'

India's 'Tiger Man' Valmik Thapar dies at 73

India's 'Tiger Man' Valmik Thapar dies at 73

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Thapar had strong reservations about Project Cheetah, India's initiative to reintroduce African cheetahs into the wild. He argued that India does not have the necessary habitat or prey base to support free-ranging cheetahs and that the authorities lacked experience in managing spotted felines in the wild.

Jadeja's Message to CSK Fans Goes Viral

Jadeja's Message to CSK Fans Goes Viral

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Jadeja took to social media, sharing a picture of himself with MS Dhoni, with a caption, 'Things will change.'

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Former India shooting coach Sunny Thomas, who guided the Indian marksmen from 1993 to 2012 and witnessed multiple Olympic medals, died on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Novak Djokovic began his French Open campaign with a comfortable win.

CSK's 2025 IPL campaign is a saga of dropped catches

CSK's 2025 IPL campaign is a saga of dropped catches

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

CSK have dropped 13 catches in their first five matches this season and it could be what defines their campaign eventually.

Tariffs are integral to Trump's vision for US economy

Tariffs are integral to Trump's vision for US economy

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Trump may temper his approach from time to time, but to think that he will change his basic philosophy is delusional, asserts T T Ram Mohan.

Chepauk pitch is so hard to read: CSK coach Fleming

Chepauk pitch is so hard to read: CSK coach Fleming

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

An exasperated Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming said their failure to read the pitch at Chepauk has denied them any home advantage in IPL 2025.

ISL semi-final: Jamshedpur edge Mohun Bagan in first leg

ISL semi-final: Jamshedpur edge Mohun Bagan in first leg

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Javi Hernandez produced an injury-time winner as Jamshedpur FC edged Mohun Bagan Super Giant 2-1 in the first leg of their Indian Super League semi-final.

Fleming backs pacer Khaleel despite 33-run over

Fleming backs pacer Khaleel despite 33-run over

Rediff.com4 May 2025

CSK skipper M S Dhoni turned to Ahmed despite the impressive Anshul Kamboj (3-0-25-0) having one over remaining, but the left-arm quick wilted under Romario Shepherd's assault.

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Deadly brides, daredevil officers, bloodthirsty royals, killer toys, celebrity chefs, comic book heroes, angry goddesses, senior citizen dreams, poisonous snowfall, the OTT offerings this week will make you wish for days twice the size of its menu.

ISL: Boumous' brace keeps Odisha's playoff hopes alive

ISL: Boumous' brace keeps Odisha's playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Hugo Boumous scored a brace as Odisha FC defeated Jamshedpur FC 3-2 in the Indian Super League (ISL), keeping their playoff hopes alive.

ISL: Jamshedpur sink NorthEast United to seal semis spot

ISL: Jamshedpur sink NorthEast United to seal semis spot

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Jamshedpur FC defeated NorthEast United FC by 2-0 to enter the semi-finals of the Indian Super League in Shillong on Sunday.

Super Cup: NorthEast United thrash Mohammedan Sporting

Super Cup: NorthEast United thrash Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Moroccan striker Alaaeddine Ajaraie struck a brilliant hat-trick as NorthEast United FC demolished Mohammedan Sporting 6-0 to enter the Kalinga Super Cup quarter-finals.

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

CSK, SRH fight for IPL survival in Chepauk

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face off in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Is Dhoni set to retire from IPL?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Dhoni himself addressed the retirement rumours in a latest podcast after speculation of his retirement from IPL intensified, when his parents Pan Singh and Devaki Devi were seen at Chepauk for CSK's match against Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

FIFA lifts suspension of Pakistan Football Federation

FIFA lifts suspension of Pakistan Football Federation

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

FIFA has lifted its suspension on the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) after it approved constitutional amendments.

No Plan B at home: Awful season a wake-up call for CSK

No Plan B at home: Awful season a wake-up call for CSK

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Fallen Fortress: CSK look to learn from Chepauk failures

Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope

Cardinals Gather to Elect Pope

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The papal conclave, the process to elect a new Pope, is set to begin on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, following Pope Francis' death. The event takes place within the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City and involves the College of Cardinals.

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid have praised the composure of young batsmen Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL.

Actor Stephen Fry is new MCC president

Actor Stephen Fry is new MCC president

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Speaking in November last year, his address followed Azeem Rafiq's allegations that he had been a victim of institutional racism at Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

Ex India all-rounder Sriram joins CSK coaching staff

Ex India all-rounder Sriram joins CSK coaching staff

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

In IPL, he has previously worked with Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Lucknow Super Giants.

The Indo-Pak Hyphen Became Blurred

The Indo-Pak Hyphen Became Blurred

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'We are too important to want to be paired with Pakistan but too intensely connected to it to successfully detach ourselves,' asserts Aakar Patel.

Why Mhatre got quick promotion into CSK's Playing XI

Why Mhatre got quick promotion into CSK's Playing XI

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

'A stage that seems big -- but it's (the) one that's familiar -- so we banked on him being comfortable with his surroundings and he certainly looked all that. It was an impressive debut.'

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

'Dhoni hasn't got a magic wand'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni doesn't have a magic wand and can't change the fortunes of Chennai Super Kings overnight, head coach Stephen Fleming said on Sunday.

Owner, manager held after 14 killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Owner, manager held after 14 killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The owner and manager of Rituraj Hotel in Kolkata have been arrested following a devastating fire that killed 14 people. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has ordered surprise checks of all establishments in the city to ensure fire safety compliance, after the tragedy highlighted serious violations at the hotel. The hotel has been sealed and special committees will be formed to monitor and identify establishments flouting fire safety norms.

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Beleaguered CSK 'not putting white flag up just yet'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey reacts after the team's fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League, their first of the first in the cash-rich league's history.

US Comes Under Terror Attack

US Comes Under Terror Attack

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

The death toll has risen to at least 15 people in the New Orleans 'act of terrorism' after a car rammed into a crowd on Bourbon Street in the early hours of Wednesday

Sabalenka sizzles on rain-hit day at Australian Open

Sabalenka sizzles on rain-hit day at Australian Open

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Aryna Sabalenka opened her bid for a third straight Australian Open title with an easy victory over Sloane Stephens on Sunday.

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be aiming to break their losing streak when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. CSK are currently ninth in the standings with one win and four losses, while KKR are in sixth position with two wins and three defeats. The home team will be hoping to turn around their fortunes at Chepauk, which has not been as advantageous this season as it has been in the past. CSK will need to adapt to the changed conditions and rely on their spinners to perform well at a venue where they have traditionally dominated. Meanwhile, KKR will be looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Lucknow Super Giants and secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Empuraan Review: Return Of The King

Empuraan Review: Return Of The King

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

L2: Empuraan is an ambitious sequel that is bigger, bolder and timid in equal measure, observes Arjun Menon.

State T20 leagues the cradle for emerging IPL talents

State T20 leagues the cradle for emerging IPL talents

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'These (State T20 Leagues) are really good because you get an opportunity to play and these guys play with the Kookaburra ball, they (get to) play in those special situations.'

When Stephen Hawking met Stephen Hawking!

When Stephen Hawking met Stephen Hawking!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

The theoretical physicist met his onscreen avatar on BAFTA night.

ISL: Eze's brilliance sees Jamshedpur hold Bagan

ISL: Eze's brilliance sees Jamshedpur hold Bagan

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

With this draw, the Men of Steel moved to the second spot, eight points behind the Mariners (36) with a extra game in hand.

History In Minutes: Man Who Handwrote Our Constitution

History In Minutes: Man Who Handwrote Our Constitution

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Prem Bihari Narain Raizada wrote 145,000 words in flowing italic styles. It took him 6 months and hundreds of nibs.

14 killed in massive fire at Kolkata hotel, safety lapses exposed

14 killed in massive fire at Kolkata hotel, safety lapses exposed

Rediff.com1 May 2025

A massive fire that tore through a budget hotel in the congested Mechuapatti area of Burrabazar in central Kolkata on Tuesday night claimed at least 14 lives and left 13 injured, triggering a political blame game and calls for accountability.

Lot of concern in the CSK batting line-up: Pujara

Lot of concern in the CSK batting line-up: Pujara

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara elieves that a shift in playing philosophy is the need of the hour for CSK even if it means scoring at a quicker clip.