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Blackout back in many Punjab districts after Pak breaches truce

Blackout back in many Punjab districts after Pak breaches truce

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Blackout measures have been imposed in many districts including Hoshiarpur, Ferozepur, Fazilka, Pathankot, Patiala, Moga, Kapurthala, and Muktsar districts.

All eyes on Jaiswal as Royals face Punjab Kings

All eyes on Jaiswal as Royals face Punjab Kings

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals face a tough challenge against a marauding Punjab Kings batting lineup, led by in-form Shreyas Iyer.

Mother, family targeted over Nadeem invite: Neeraj Chopra

Mother, family targeted over Nadeem invite: Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra hit out at those targetting him and his family for inviting Pakistan's javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem for the Neeraj Chopra Classic.

'18-19 NCP MLAs of Ajit Pawar camp to switch sides'

'18-19 NCP MLAs of Ajit Pawar camp to switch sides'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Sharad Pawar and other NCP-SP leaders will take a decision on whom to take back in the fold, said the MLA from Karjat-Jamkhed in Ahmednagar district.

'It's not fair on bowlers': Shardul slams IPL pitches

'It's not fair on bowlers': Shardul slams IPL pitches

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Shardul Thakur, who starred in Lucknow Super Giants' victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, called for fair pitches in the tournament to provide balance between bat and ball

Karn puts brakes on Karun show to resuscitate MI's campaign

Karn puts brakes on Karun show to resuscitate MI's campaign

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Karn Sharma showed a lot of heart, says MI skipper Pandya

Will Nitish switch sides? JD-U responds to rumours

Will Nitish switch sides? JD-U responds to rumours

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Amid speculation over Nitish Kumar-led Janata Dal-United's next move in the wake of vote counting trends, senior party leader K C Tyagi on Tuesday said they are in the National Democratic Alliance and 'we will be in the NDA'.

IPL PIX: Punjab thump LSG to climb to 2nd spot

IPL PIX: Punjab thump LSG to climb to 2nd spot

Rediff.com4 May 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants in Dharamsala, on Sunday.

Jadeja Reunites with Ashwin

Jadeja Reunites with Ashwin

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Jadeja was keen to reconnect with longtime teammate and bowling partner, Ravichandran Ashwin.

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

How Rohit Sharma wrote his own rules in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Rohit Sharma's career has been a mix of brilliant moments and inconsistencies. While his Test record may not be impressive, his white-ball dominance and leadership qualities make him a legend.

7 Exercises To Improve Your Core Strength

7 Exercises To Improve Your Core Strength

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan recommends exercises to recover from pain, injuries and improve overall health.

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

UP man fakes kidnapping for cash, dad pays for bail

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Pune, Maharashtra for faking his own abduction to extort money from his father. Pradeep Chauhan sent a message to his father claiming he had been kidnapped and then switched off his phone. His father, Rama Shankar Chauhan, reported the matter to the police, who traced Pradeep's location to Pune. Pradeep admitted to faking the kidnapping and was arrested. He was granted bail after his father pleaded for his release.

'Just rotating strike' the key to Kohli's masterclass

'Just rotating strike' the key to Kohli's masterclass

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'For me, it's about understanding the conditions and preparing my game accordingly, Kohli said after collecting the player-of-the-match award.

India foils Pak's drone strikes at 26 sites; Punjab family hurt

India foils Pak's drone strikes at 26 sites; Punjab family hurt

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Meanwhile, a precautionary blackout has been enforfced in the multiple areas amid the esclating tensions between India and Pakistan.

Only 12% Indian households can afford to buy a car: Maruti's Bhargava

Only 12% Indian households can afford to buy a car: Maruti's Bhargava

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Car purchases in India are largely limited to the top 12 per cent of households with an annual income exceeding Rs 12 lakh, while even small cars have become unaffordable for the remaining 88 per cent, said R C Bhargava, chairman of Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), on Friday. "How can you get high car sales growth if 88 per cent of the country are below the levels of income where they cannot afford these cars costing Rs 10 lakhs and above?

Move over Pant, Samson: KL Rahul tipped as India's No 1 keeper

Move over Pant, Samson: KL Rahul tipped as India's No 1 keeper

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals mentor Kevin Pietersen believes that KL Rahul is the best option to bat at number four and keep wickets for India in the next T20 World Cup.

Thudarum Review: Mohanlal Scores Big Time

Thudarum Review: Mohanlal Scores Big Time

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Thudarum is a masterpiece for adults, a serious yet self-aware piece of cinema that has something for everybody, feels Arjun Menon.

Blackout at Barabati: Fans take over the show

Blackout at Barabati: Fans take over the show

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Thousands of fans switched on their phone flashlights, creating a sea of light that illuminated the stadium.

Diesel demand falls to lowest since pandemic

Diesel demand falls to lowest since pandemic

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Growth in demand for diesel, India's most consumed petroleum product, fell to its lowest since the pandemic in the financial year ended March 31 as the economy expands at a slower pace and consumption shifts to cleaner fuels. Diesel consumption rose 2 per cent to 91.4 million tonnes in 2024-25 (April 2024 to March 2025) fiscal, according to provisional data released by the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) of the Oil Ministry.

How Yorker Master Starc Rattled RR Batters

How Yorker Master Starc Rattled RR Batters

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

A Mitchell Starc-inspired Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals via the Super Over.

Marc Marquez pips brother Alex to win Qatar GP sprint

Marc Marquez pips brother Alex to win Qatar GP sprint

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Ducati's Marc Marquez won his fourth straight sprint of the season at the Qatar Grand Prix to retake the lead in the MotoGP riders' championship while his younger brother Alex of Gresini Racing took second place yet again on Saturday.

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

'Want To Stop Saving In PPF. Is It Ok?'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Focus on skippers Pant, Patel as LSG, DC face off in Vizag

Focus on skippers Pant, Patel as LSG, DC face off in Vizag

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

With their respective leaders switching camps and squads undergoing major overhauls, both Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, under new captains, will be eager to make a strong start to their IPL campaign when they face off in Visakhapatnam on Monday.

PIX: KKR edge RR by 1 run, keep play-off hopes alive

PIX: KKR edge RR by 1 run, keep play-off hopes alive

Rediff.com4 May 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday

'Can I Sell Shares To Pay Home Loan And Avoid Tax?'

'Can I Sell Shares To Pay Home Loan And Avoid Tax?'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Do you have financial planning or income tax queries? Ask rediffGURU Anil Rego.

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Ravindra expressed his joy at contributing on the big stage and emphasised the team's focus on the final showdown in Dubai

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

'We don't have to compete with Maharashtra or Gujarat. We have to now start thinking about how we compete with the United States or China.'

'India's Response Will Be Big'

'India's Response Will Be Big'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'Diplomatic and economic responses are first announced and then implemented. A military response is announced only after it is done.'

Boxer Lovlina's Olympic future in doubt...

Boxer Lovlina's Olympic future in doubt...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain is facing a weight class dilemma after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) scrapped her current 75kg category for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The boxer will either have to move down to 70kg or bulk up to +80kg.

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Eating foods rich in fibre, healthy fats and essential nutrients are some of the healthiest ways to reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) while increasing HDL (good cholesterol), says Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, senior cardiovascular and thoracic consultant surgeon at Gleneagles Hospitals.

F1: Hamilton set for Ferrari debut; McLaren's Piastri eyes home win

F1: Hamilton set for Ferrari debut; McLaren's Piastri eyes home win

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Lewis Hamilton will launch his bid to win the drivers' championship at a third F1 team when he makes his much-anticipated debut for Ferrari in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

Unsold in IPL auction, Thakur now owns Purple Cap

Unsold in IPL auction, Thakur now owns Purple Cap

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

'If you are called in as a replacement, you are likely to start. Ups and downs are a part of life. I have always backed my skills.'

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The India Today report claimed that Jaiswal's relationship with Mumbai Captain Ajinkya Rahane had become 'untenable'.

Sunil Narine's one secret that changed Kuldeep's career

Sunil Narine's one secret that changed Kuldeep's career

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

I learned a lot from Sunil Narine when I was with KKR: Kuldeep Yadav

India-Pakistan: 'China Could Create Problems'

India-Pakistan: 'China Could Create Problems'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

'If there is a military standoff eyeball to eyeball on the western border, the Chinese could create problems by making movements in the north, in our northeast, which could involve us tying down some forces there so that could stretch our military actions.'

Formal Hirings Drop 3% in Jan

Formal Hirings Drop 3% in Jan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Of the 823,000 new subscribers in January, the share of young people (18 to 25 age group) declined to 57.07% (470,000) from 57.28% (485,066) in the preceding month.

'My Husband Chats With Random Women At Night'

'My Husband Chats With Random Women At Night'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur offers advice on how to deal with conflicts in marital relationships.

Vikram's 10 Best Performances

Vikram's 10 Best Performances

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Divya Nair celebrates the actor's birthday by presenting the path-breaking films and performances that define his career.

How Hardik's risky call sealed MI's victory

How Hardik's risky call sealed MI's victory

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Chawla lauded Hardik's sharp tactical awareness, which played a pivotal role in MI's emphatic 8-wicket triumph, helping them bounce back after two consecutive defeats.

'Sahil made Muskan sit on Saurabh's chest and stab him'

'Sahil made Muskan sit on Saurabh's chest and stab him'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

"Sahil got Muskan to kill her husband. First, he made her sit on Saurabh's chest. Then he brought a knife from the kitchen, showed her how to wield it and directed her to insert the knife in Saurabh's heart thrice.