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No plans to sell temple gold, clarifies govt

No plans to sell temple gold, clarifies govt

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The government has refuted rumours of a monetisation scheme for gold held by temple trusts and religious institutions, clarifying that such claims are false and misleading.

Gurindervir Singh's Record Run Sparks Sub-10 Second Hopes

Gurindervir Singh's Record Run Sparks Sub-10 Second Hopes

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Gurindervir Singh's record-breaking 10.09-second run in the 100m at the Federation Cup National Championships has ignited hopes for Indian athletes to finally break the coveted sub-10-second barrier. Experts believe that with the right training, equipment, and opportunities, an Indian sprinter could achieve this milestone in the near future.

Why IAF Needs Russian Su-57 Stealth Fighter

Why IAF Needs Russian Su-57 Stealth Fighter

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Pakistan is reportedly pursuing Chinese J-35 stealth fighters while China already operates hundreds of J-20 stealth aircraft.

Draft US-Iran truce deal eyes Hormuz reopening, American troop pullback

Draft US-Iran truce deal eyes Hormuz reopening, American troop pullback

Rediff.com27 May 2026

As tensions in the Middle East approach a critical juncture, reports have surfaced regarding a draft memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict, Iranian state media reported on Wednesday.

Ravi Shastri explains why GT are IPL's most dangerous team

Ravi Shastri explains why GT are IPL's most dangerous team

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Ravi Shastri believes Chennai Super Kings will learn from their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants and bounce back strongly in their remaining IPL matches to secure a playoff spot.

Kerala CM Slams Attack On ED Officials After Raid

Kerala CM Slams Attack On ED Officials After Raid

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has condemned the attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials following a search at his rented residence, calling it a serious offence. He also defended the ED's investigation into financial dealings involving his daughter's firm.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen advance to Singapore Open quarterfinals; Prannoy bows out

Rediff.com28 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open, while HS Prannoy exited the tournament after a defeat to Loh Kean Yew.

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Why TMC Leader Santanu Sen Resigned As Party Spokesperson

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Former Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Santanu Sen resigned as the party's national spokesperson, citing the R G Kar rape and murder case controversy and the recent election defeat as reasons for his decision. His resignation highlights the internal dissent and organisational challenges facing the TMC.

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Reach Singapore Open Quarter-Finals

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Reach Singapore Open Quarter-Finals

Rediff.com28 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open, while HS Prannoy exited the tournament after a defeat to Loh Kean Yew.

Indian Archers Prepare For Asian Games With Equipment Tests

Indian Archers Prepare For Asian Games With Equipment Tests

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian archers Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Dhiraj Bommadevara plan to use the upcoming Archery World Cup stages as testing grounds for equipment changes ahead of the Asian Games later this year. Both archers are part of the 12-member Indian squad for the Asian Games, scheduled to begin in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19.

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Five Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Five Terrorists In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Pakistani security forces killed five terrorists in separate operations in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The operations, based on intelligence reports, took place in the Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts, targeting members of the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the slain terrorists.

Ambala Man Murders Three Family Members In Property Row

Ambala Man Murders Three Family Members In Property Row

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A man in Haryana's Ambala district shot and killed three family members, including his grandmother, over a dispute regarding ancestral property and money.

Fresh tension in Manipur as mob targets Kuki Zo Council chairman's home

Fresh tension in Manipur as mob targets Kuki Zo Council chairman's home

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Tensions flared in Manipur as a mob tried to enter the residence of the Kuki Zo Council chairman, prompting intervention by security forces and raising concerns about ongoing unrest.

IPL 2026: We've been quite poor in fielding, says Hardik as Mumbai suffer 9th loss

IPL 2026: We've been quite poor in fielding, says Hardik as Mumbai suffer 9th loss

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Mumbai Indians' skipper Hardik Pandya lamented poor fielding and batting after their defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR's Rovman Powell praised the pitch, comparing it to Caribbean wickets.

SRH gears up for IPL play-offs; preps middle order

SRH gears up for IPL play-offs; preps middle order

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori said the team will continue to monitor its under-tested middle-order ahead of the IPL playoffs even as he credited the side's explosive top-order and disciplined bowling attack for their impressive campaign this season.

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Patidar's fearless mantra powers RCB into second straight IPL final

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Rajat Patidar's unbeaten 33-ball 93 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a crushing 92-run win over Gujarat Titans and a second successive IPL final, while skipper Shubman Gill admitted GT faltered under pressure.

Indian Archers Experiment With Equipment Ahead Of Asian Games

Indian Archers Experiment With Equipment Ahead Of Asian Games

Rediff.com26 May 2026

Indian archers Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Dhiraj Bommadevara will use upcoming Archery World Cup stages to experiment with new equipment ahead of the Asian Games in Japan.

Five Soldiers Killed In Pakistan's Balochistan Operation

Five Soldiers Killed In Pakistan's Balochistan Operation

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Five Pakistani soldiers, including a major, have been killed during an operation against terrorists in Balochistan's Barkhan district. At least seven terrorists were also killed in the operation.

VinFast targets 75 dealerships by 2026, expands EV ecosystem in India

VinFast targets 75 dealerships by 2026, expands EV ecosystem in India

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Vietnamese automobile major VinFast is rapidly expanding its retail network in India, aiming for 75 dealerships across 60 cities by the end of 2026, while also building a comprehensive EV ecosystem.

Tuner Review: Familiar Heist Drama

Tuner Review: Familiar Heist Drama

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Tuner may feel familiar, but its fab sound design, slickly edited heists and strong performances make it feel refreshingly sharp.

NCERT row: Author stands by 'controversial' chapter

NCERT row: Author stands by 'controversial' chapter

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Michel Danino, one of the NCERT academics previously barred by the Supreme Court over a controversial chapter on the judiciary, maintains the content was 'correct' and defends its inclusion in the textbook.

UK Government Announces Stricter Penalties For Parents Of Young Criminals

UK Government Announces Stricter Penalties For Parents Of Young Criminals

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The UK government has announced new youth justice reforms, including tougher fines for parents whose children commit crimes or engage in anti-social behaviour. The reforms aim to address the root causes of youth crime through earlier intervention and targeted support.

Pradhan, Rahul Gandhi engage in public spat over CBSE exam row

Pradhan, Rahul Gandhi engage in public spat over CBSE exam row

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Rahul Gandhi have engaged in a public dispute over alleged irregularities in the CBSE exam system, with Gandhi demanding an independent probe and Pradhan accusing Gandhi of politicising the issue.

Yuvraj Sandhu Makes Cut, Shubhankar Sharma Misses Out At Soudal Open

Yuvraj Sandhu Makes Cut, Shubhankar Sharma Misses Out At Soudal Open

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Yuvraj Sandhu made the cut at the Soudal Open, while Shubhankar Sharma missed out. South Africa's Zander Lombard and France's Tom Vaillant share the lead.

Sextortion Racket Busted In Delhi: Mastermind Arrested

Sextortion Racket Busted In Delhi: Mastermind Arrested

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Delhi Police have busted a sextortion racket where victims were honey-trapped through video calls and then blackmailed for money. The alleged mastermind, Arman, was arrested in Rajasthan.

Four Terrorists Killed In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Four Terrorists Killed In Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Pakistani security forces killed four terrorists in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, while two children died in a suspected drone strike in Bajaur district.

IPL 2026: Kishan, Abhishek, Klaasen blistering fifties help SRH trounce RCB

IPL 2026: Kishan, Abhishek, Klaasen blistering fifties help SRH trounce RCB

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs, but RCB secured the top spot in the IPL standings due to their net run rate. SRH posted a formidable 255/4, while RCB reached their target of 166 to ensure a top-two finish.

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

J&K Authorities Demolish Illegal Drug Structures In Samba

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district demolished 33 illegal structures used for drug-related activities, as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan'.

Kathua Drug Peddler's Properties Worth Rs 7 Crore Attached

Kathua Drug Peddler's Properties Worth Rs 7 Crore Attached

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Police in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached properties worth approximately Rs 7 crore belonging to a detained drug peddler, as part of an intensified campaign against drug trafficking networks.

IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Can Rabada, Siraj Stop Sooryavanshi's Rampage?

IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Can Rabada, Siraj Stop Sooryavanshi's Rampage?

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Gujarat Titans face Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League, with a focus on stopping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and improving their batting and fielding.

Congress Accuses BJP Of Exploiting Tribals For Political Gain

Congress Accuses BJP Of Exploiting Tribals For Political Gain

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Jharkhand Congress has accused the BJP of attempting to gain political advantage by organising large tribal gatherings while allegedly undermining the rights of tribal communities at the grassroots level.

IPL 2026: When The Going Gets Tough, Shreyas Iyer Shows His Class

IPL 2026: When The Going Gets Tough, Shreyas Iyer Shows His Class

Rediff.com24 May 2026

When wickets fall and required rates climb, Shreyas Iyer rarely loses control. His ability to remain calm under pressure has become one of Punjab's biggest strengths this season.

Centre forms high-level panel on demographic change

Centre forms high-level panel on demographic change

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said infiltration and other reasons are causing 'unnatural' demographic change, which poses a significant challenge to the present and future of any nation.

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

J-K Authorities Demolish Property Of Alleged Drug Peddler In Udhampur

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district demolished an alleged illegal commercial property belonging to an alleged drug peddler as part of an ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reminds coach Bharucha of young Sachin Tendulkar

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reminds coach Bharucha of young Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's coach, Zubin Bharucha, sees similarities between the young cricketer and a young Sachin Tendulkar, highlighting Sooryavanshi's ability to grow, his bat speed development, and his maturity and clarity.

MI Captain Hardik Pandya Fined For 'Knocking Bails With Force'

MI Captain Hardik Pandya Fined For 'Knocking Bails With Force'

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has been fined 10 per cent of his match fee and handed one demerit point for abuse of cricket equipment during the IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Team Rejects Bhagnani's Smear Campaign Claims

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Team Rejects Bhagnani's Smear Campaign Claims

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, including producer Ramesh Taurani and Tips, have vehemently denied producer Vashu Bhagnani's allegations regarding song ownership, calling them a "smear campaign" ahead of the film's release.

Oil PSUs Spent 81% Of FY26 Capex Target

Oil PSUs Spent 81% Of FY26 Capex Target

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Of the 1.32 trillion capex target for FY26, State-run oil firms have already spent 1.07 trillion in the first 10 months.

J&K Police Seize Drone-Dropped Heroin Near Border

J&K Police Seize Drone-Dropped Heroin Near Border

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Jammu and Kashmir police seized approximately 2 kg of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border in the Jammu district. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.

NorthEast United end ISL campaign with win over relegated Mohammedan Sporting

NorthEast United end ISL campaign with win over relegated Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com19 May 2026

NorthEast United FC concluded their Indian Super League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club, with goals from Jairo Samperio and Dinesh Singh Soraisham.