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Intra-squad clash: Shardul's ton puts Reddy's spot under threat

Intra-squad clash: Shardul's ton puts Reddy's spot under threat

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Thakur, who resumed Day 3 unbeaten, brought up his century with ease, reinforcing his case as the ideal seam-bowling all-rounder ahead of the Leeds Test.

Anurag Thakur repeats 'property to Muslim' claim, Cong hits back

Anurag Thakur repeats 'property to Muslim' claim, Cong hits back

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

The BJP leader said the Congress wants to divide the country on the basis of religion and region.

Kohli's Fitness Test In London Sparks Debate

Kohli's Fitness Test In London Sparks Debate

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The decision to allow Virat Kohli to complete his fitness in London has sparked a debate within the cricketing circles on whether this was a one-off allowance to a player of his stature.

'Go back, you are late': Kangana faces protest in Manali

'Go back, you are late': Kangana faces protest in Manali

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Heated arguments were also witnessed when BJP leaders and others accompanying Kangana tried to pacify the residents, and police had to intervene to restore peace.

Team India Energised For Edgbaston!

Team India Energised For Edgbaston!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

All eyes were on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who participated in the training session, though his availability for the match is a big doubt.

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Will Shafali, Renuka get World Cup call-up?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

India's recent run of victories has bolstered confidence but the women's selection panel, headed by Neetu David, will face some tricky questions on the inclusion of Shafali Verma and pacer Renuka Thakur when it meets in Mumbai on Tuesday to pick the squad for the ODI World Cup.

Another massive blow for Team India ahead of 4th Test

Another massive blow for Team India ahead of 4th Test

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Reddy took Thakur's place in Birmingham after the first Test

Malegaon blast accused Pragya Thakur hospitalised, court stays warrant

Malegaon blast accused Pragya Thakur hospitalised, court stays warrant

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The National Investigation Agency court also noted that the warrant was not served on Thakur and directed her to appear before it on March 27 for recording statement.

Dropped from India, Sarfaraz hits fiery 111 to silence critics

Dropped from India, Sarfaraz hits fiery 111 to silence critics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Sarfaraz Khan hit a counter-attacking 111 to bail Mumbai out of trouble against Haryana in their All India Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament contest here on Tuesday.

Behind The Scenes With Mrunal, Mouni...

Behind The Scenes With Mrunal, Mouni...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

David Dhawan's romantic comedy, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring son Varun Dhawan alongside Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde wrapped up the shoot in Scotland.

Tamannaah, Deepika, Natasha Go Big On...

Tamannaah, Deepika, Natasha Go Big On...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Big is in. Oversized ensembles are redefining how we dress luxuriously loose.

Is Mrunal Dating Dhanush?

Is Mrunal Dating Dhanush?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Speculation started when a viral video of Dhanush holding Mrunal Thakur's hand surfaced online.

2-Wheeler Linked Pragya To Malegaon Blast, Also Got Her Freed

2-Wheeler Linked Pragya To Malegaon Blast, Also Got Her Freed

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Unfortunately for the prosecution, the chassis number that the investigation was relying on to implicate Pragya failed as the court said in its judgment that the chassis number of the two-wheeler had been wiped out and therefore it could not be connected to Pragya.

'Drop Shardul, play Kuldeep': Panesar tells India

'Drop Shardul, play Kuldeep': Panesar tells India

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

India lost the first Test on Tuesday at Leeds as the hosts chased down a stiff 371 on the final day courtesy a brilliant 149 by opener Ben Duckett.

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Thakur's tenure as chief minister is best remembered for implementation of the recommendations of the Mungeri Lal Commission, whereby quotas for backward classes were introduced in the state in 1978. This panel was the forerunner of the Mandal Commission. Both Mungeri Lal and B P Mandal were from Bihar, which has a long history of socialist struggles.

Malegaon case verdict likely on Thursday; Pragya's fate in balance

Malegaon case verdict likely on Thursday; Pragya's fate in balance

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

A special NIA court is likely to deliver its verdict in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, which killed six persons and injured over 100. Seven accused, including Pragya Thakur and Prasad Purohit, face charges under UAPA and IPC.

Nepal bans Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

Nepal bans Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Nepal has banned several social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, for failing to register with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology. The ban affects millions of Nepalese citizens and has drawn criticism from journalists and freedom of expression advocates.

Yug Gupta murder: HC acquits one, commutes death sentence of two

Yug Gupta murder: HC acquits one, commutes death sentence of two

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The Himachal Pradesh High Court acquitted one convict and commuted the death sentence of two others to life imprisonment in the 2014 Yug Gupta murder case.

Man kills married lover, her 2 kids in Chhattisgarh

Man kills married lover, her 2 kids in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

As per preliminary investigation, Giddhi was in a live-in relationship with victim Subhadra Thakur, who was estranged from her husband. He allegedly murdered her over the suspicion that she was not faithful to him, Jashpur Senior Superintendent of Police Sashimohan Singh said.

Warrant against Pragya Thakur for not appearing in court

Warrant against Pragya Thakur for not appearing in court

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Mumbai on Monday issued a bailable warrant against Bharatiya Janata Party MP Pragya Singh Thakur, an accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, for failing to appear before it despite repeated warnings.

Malegaon blast: Court says SIMI angle unproven, faults probe for gaps

Malegaon blast: Court says SIMI angle unproven, faults probe for gaps

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

A special court acquitting seven persons in the 2008 Malegaon blast case questioned why the investigating agency did not explore the potential involvement of the banned outfit Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI).

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He will have no problems playing under any captain, he will still give his 100 percent for the team.'

'He is very close to getting a game'

'He is very close to getting a game'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Nitish is our premium batting all-rounder at the moment. So I would say it's a very good chance to play this Test.'

India chase historic series triumph against Australia

India chase historic series triumph against Australia

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

After being outplayed in the opener, Harmanpreet Kaur and her team roared back with a stunning 102-run victory, which was Australia's heaviest defeat in terms of runs. It was also India's first win over them in 12 matches.

All Smiles For Team India At Oval

All Smiles For Team India At Oval

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

How India's players enjoyed their time in Wednesday's training session.

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Despite the ups and downs, The Oval remains a ground of rich memories and monumental moments for Indian cricket.

Karpoori Thakur: Jan Nayak who is revered across ideologies

Karpoori Thakur: Jan Nayak who is revered across ideologies

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Chosen for the country's highest civilian award Bharat Ratna a day ahead of his birth anniversary, Karpoori Thakur has been the veritable 'Jan Nayak' or people's hero of politics in Bihar, whose legacy parties cutting across ideologies seek to claim.

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian women's cricket team will look to end a 47-year wait for its maiden ICC title when it takes the field at the ODI World Cup starting with a clash against Sri Lanka.

Mandhana's blazing 125 can't save India in ODI decider

Mandhana's blazing 125 can't save India in ODI decider

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Smriti Mandhana's second-fastest hundred in women's ODIs went in vain as India's quest for a world-record chase in the series-deciding third game against Australia ended in a 43-run defeat, in New Delhi on Saturday.

Has Rahul Gandhi Forgotten The Malegaon Blasts?

Has Rahul Gandhi Forgotten The Malegaon Blasts?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

For Malegaon's Muslims, Rahul Gandhi's remarks were simply one more indication that the party they once supported no longer cares for them, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Ranji: Thakur relieved after helping Mumbai fightback in semis

Ranji: Thakur relieved after helping Mumbai fightback in semis

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The Mumbai star said that the top-order has been weak but it has received more than enough compensation from the lower order in the team's collective aim to capture record-extending 42nd Ranji title.

After FIR, Himachal minister calls NHAI officials 'most corrupt'

After FIR, Himachal minister calls NHAI officials 'most corrupt'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Singh said that about 150 people including women and forest, revenue and other officials were present at the time of the incident, and if the officials were assaulted, "why are there no eyewitnesses".

Air India crash: 'Burnt bodies were all over the area'

Air India crash: 'Burnt bodies were all over the area'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

A local resident of Meghani Nagar in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, who lives close to the site where Air India flight-171 crashed, recounted the horror and described the devastation and horror following the tragic incident.

Mere suspicion not proof: Court in Malegaon verdict

Mere suspicion not proof: Court in Malegaon verdict

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

A special court acquitted seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, citing a lack of cogent and reliable evidence. The court emphasized that mere suspicion cannot replace real proof and highlighted loopholes in the prosecution's case.

Thakur Bruised, But Not Beaten!

Thakur Bruised, But Not Beaten!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

The gritty fighter from Palghar soldiered on.

Oval Test: All-rounder or Kuldeep? India's No 8 conundrum...

Oval Test: All-rounder or Kuldeep? India's No 8 conundrum...

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak explained the team's rationale behind playing an all-rounder at No 8 rather than fielding a specialist bowler.

Root goes level with Dravid for Test record

Root goes level with Dravid for Test record

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The duo is followed by a former Sri Lanka icon, Mahela Jayawardene, with 205 outfield catches in 149 appearances.

Landslides, heavy rains kill 5 in Himachal; 1200 roads closed

Landslides, heavy rains kill 5 in Himachal; 1200 roads closed

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Heavy rains and landslides in Himachal Pradesh have resulted in multiple fatalities and widespread disruption, including road closures and train cancellations.

Gill, Rahul slam fifties in warm-up game

Gill, Rahul slam fifties in warm-up game

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Gill, Rahul score fifties in intra-squad practice match against India A ahead of England Test

Plenty at stake as Duleep Trophy revives traditional format

Plenty at stake as Duleep Trophy revives traditional format

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The fringe and aspiring bunch will look to own the elevated Duleep Trophy stage as the red-ball competition returns to its traditional zonal format and marks the start of India's domestic cricket season.