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Women's World Cup: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh in survival battle

Women's World Cup: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh in survival battle

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Their campaign in disarray, Sri Lanka will hope for some respite as they seek a maiden win in the women's World Cup when they take on another struggling outfit in Bangladesh, in Navi Mumbai on Monday.

'We can beat any team': Pakistan captain Agha warns India

'We can beat any team': Pakistan captain Agha warns India

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

If Pakistan execute their game plan and play good cricket, they can beat any team, including India in the Asia Cup, captain Salman Agha said.

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

High jumper Shailesh opens gold account for India, 2 world records shattered

Latif reveals why India always win against Pakistan

Latif reveals why India always win against Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Emotions often get the better of his side when facing arch-rivals India, a flaw former Pakistan skipper Rashid Latif believes has cost them crucial matches in recent years.

Will Nitish Kumar Spring A Surprise On Friday?

Will Nitish Kumar Spring A Surprise On Friday?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

While it is evident that the INDIA bloc has not shut its doors on Nitish Kumar, those within the NDA are hopeful that the JD-U's support base would benefit them as well

1 in 3 Decade-Old Tax Cases Still Unheard

1 in 3 Decade-Old Tax Cases Still Unheard

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Tax cases are technical in nature... Many high courts do not have a tax bench, which also contributes to the delay.'

'If the hunger's there, he'll carry on'

'If the hunger's there, he'll carry on'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Having overseen Kohli's most prolific years as coach, Shastri knows the batter better than most.

Want To Invest In Manufacturing Funds?

Want To Invest In Manufacturing Funds?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'They are a poor fit for anyone with near-term goals, low volatility tolerance, or a need for steady income or liquidity.' 'First-time investors should typically avoid them.'

God is with Shreyas Iyer, he is recovering really well: Suryakumar

God is with Shreyas Iyer, he is recovering really well: Suryakumar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Shreyas Iyer sustained a lower left rib cage injury while attempting a difficult running catch during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney.

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan cricket need to play India to survive'

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan cricket need to play India to survive'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Former India pacer Atul Wassan said pulling out of the Asia Cup match against Pakistan could hurt India's aspirations to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

Iyer fails to find form against Hazlewood

Iyer fails to find form against Hazlewood

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Shreyas Iyer's battle against Josh Hazlewood continued on a rain-hit Perth afternoon in the first ODI at the Optus Stadium on Sunday

BFSI weight in Nifty 50 rebounds to 3-year high amid sector rotation

BFSI weight in Nifty 50 rebounds to 3-year high amid sector rotation

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

The banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector has moved back into focus for investors this calendar year, after lagging the broader market for two consecutive years. BFSI stocks have outperformed benchmark indices in 2025 so far, driving a steady rise in the sector's weighting within the Nifty 50 index.

India set to rest Bumrah vs Oman ahead of Super Fours

India set to rest Bumrah vs Oman ahead of Super Fours

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The Indian team management is unlikely to tinker with its playing XI for the inconsequential final group league Asia Cup game against Oman except for resting pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah in Dubai on Friday.

'Fast bowlers need help': Gambhir blasts Delhi pitch

'Fast bowlers need help': Gambhir blasts Delhi pitch

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Despite India's seven-wicket win in Delhi, Gambhir called the surface 'alarming' and stressed the need for more balanced wickets to keep Test cricket alive.

Rubio: India-US Ties in 'Extraordinary Transition'

Rubio: India-US Ties in 'Extraordinary Transition'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday (local time) hailed India as 'one of the top relationships that the US has in the world today' during the Senate confirmation hearing for Sergio Gor, US President Donald Trump's nominee for US Ambassador to India.

How criticism inspired Harman & Co past 'chokers tag'

How criticism inspired Harman & Co past 'chokers tag'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

When there was constant criticism, Harman and Smriti kept the team together: Neetu David

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Against Bangladesh, Samson wasn't even considered good enough to come inside the top seven of the line-up and that begs a question as to what is he doing in the team if he isn't good enough to come ahead of Axar Patel.

'Some IPOs Underperformed Due To...'

'Some IPOs Underperformed Due To...'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'...aggressive pricing amid volatility, but these are exceptions.'

Modi on stage, Nitish Kumar 'accepts mistake'

Modi on stage, Nitish Kumar 'accepts mistake'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised the Narendra Modi government's support for the state's progress and urged voters to support the NDA in the upcoming assembly elections. He also criticized Lalu Prasad's governance and dynastic politics.

Deepinder Goyal's $25 Mn Bet On Longer Life

Deepinder Goyal's $25 Mn Bet On Longer Life

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Our goal here is to become a small catalyst in humanity's journey of conscious evolution. To lead us into the Post-Darwin era.'

36 South Asians on the ballot as US goes to polls

36 South Asians on the ballot as US goes to polls

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Several Indian-American and South Asian candidates are running for key positions in the US elections, including mayoral and gubernatorial races.

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Other sectors that manage the savings pools of Indians are giving tough competition to life insurance companies.'

At least 2 Indian banks should be in global top 20: PSB chiefs

At least 2 Indian banks should be in global top 20: PSB chiefs

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Batting for further consolidation in public sector banking, the executives of top public sector banks (PSBs) said there should be at least two Indian banking entities among the top 20 global banks.

What ails Windies cricket... Lack of funds or passion?

What ails Windies cricket... Lack of funds or passion?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

West Indies have suffered back-to-back series whitewashes by Australia and India in a run of five straight losses that has exposed not just technical and structural gaps but a deeper erosion of the pride that once defined the famous maroon cap.

UPI Goes Global, Fintech Hits A Wall

UPI Goes Global, Fintech Hits A Wall

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

'When you think of cross-border payments, the first things that come to mind are risk, compliance, taxation, speed, and cost.'

Why India spinners might find it tough on Day 4 vs WI

Why India spinners might find it tough on Day 4 vs WI

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Indian spinners will have a tough fourth day in office with the pitch getting slower, thereby making batting way easier, admitted assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate after the end of third day's play in the third Test against the West Indies in New Delhi on Sunday.

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'India needs at least 70,000 to 80,000 eyewear stores; our 2,000 stores are just a drop in the ocean.'

Haq Review: An Important Watch

Haq Review: An Important Watch

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Made at a time when an insidious agenda can be read into it, Haq is an important film that deals with a contentious subject with maturity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Bihar doesn't want 'katta sarkar': Modi repeats jibe

Bihar doesn't want 'katta sarkar': Modi repeats jibe

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday claimed that people were not voting for the Rashtriya Janata Dal-helmed opposition in Bihar as they fear that if voted to power, its regime will 'put katta to their heads and order them to hold their hands up'.

Asia Cup: India face spin test in fiery Bangladesh clash

Asia Cup: India face spin test in fiery Bangladesh clash

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The India vs Bangladesh rivalry has gotten bitter in recent years, thanks to the partisan young fans, many of whom perceive India as an adversary.

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Why The Americans Were Opposed To Agni

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'The heat shield technology for re-entry vehicles was first mastered in DRDO for the Agni missile.' 'This is why the Americans were so opposed to Agni in the 1980s, unlike other missiles -- it was a re-entry vehicle.'

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return In Force'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Corporates now have multiple funding sources beyond banks, and many are sitting on large cash reserves.'

'We'll be good against..' Agha issues warning to India

'We'll be good against..' Agha issues warning to India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Pakistan skipper Salman Agha on Wednesday admitted that his team's middle-order remains a concern and said the batters will need to step up in upcoming matches, including the Super 4 clash against India in the Asia Cup.

Fresh Air Becomes Real Estate Must-Have

Fresh Air Becomes Real Estate Must-Have

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Interest in green living is rising, with clean air and open spaces becoming key selling points for residential projects, particularly as Indian cities struggle with deteriorating air quality.

Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Show anger on field, not ... : Ex-India player to Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan urged the Pakistan team to showcase their anger and some competition on the field rather than being in controversies off the field,

'Do We Go Back To India? Do We Stay?'

'Do We Go Back To India? Do We Stay?'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'The kids are already used to this place. We go back and that's a different environment.' 'So, mentally, emotionally we are stressed.'

Cognizant Sept qtr profit rises 7.3% to $5.4 billion

Cognizant Sept qtr profit rises 7.3% to $5.4 billion

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

US-based IT major Cognizant, which has a substantial number of employees in India, on Wednesday reported a better-than-expected growth with its revenue rising 7.3 per cent year-over-year to $5,415 million for the quarter ended September 2025. In the last quarter, the company had guided its third-quarter revenue to be between $5.27-5.35 billion.

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

If the men of 1983 gave India a reason to dream, the women of 2025 could give it something rarer -- the courage to live that dream in full daylight, under an open sky that finally belongs to them, points out Prem Panicker.

Will Jan Suraaj be Bihar's kingmaker or just another newcomer?

Will Jan Suraaj be Bihar's kingmaker or just another newcomer?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party faces skepticism and challenges as it enters the Bihar Assembly elections, with critics questioning its experience and impact.

Sensex pares gains on profit-booking; ends up 130 pts

Sensex pares gains on profit-booking; ends up 130 pts

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

From the Sensex firms, Infosys climbed 3.86 per cent. HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan and Tech Mahindra were also among the gainers. However, Eternal, UltraTech Cement, Bharti Airtel and Adani Ports were among the laggards.