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Sharath claims 1500m bronze in Asian Para Games

Sharath claims 1500m bronze in Asian Para Games

Rediff.com7 days ago

India's Sharath Makanahalli secured a bronze medal in the men's 1500m T12 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, achieving a season's best time. This marks his second medal at the Games, following a silver in the previous edition.

Check Out Abhishek Sharma's 11 6s!

Check Out Abhishek Sharma's 11 6s!

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Every six was a mixture of power, timing, sometimes mischief, and even sheer audacity.

Indian Hopes Soar At Women's Indian Open

Indian Hopes Soar At Women's Indian Open

Rediff.com6 days ago

Asian Games champion Pranavi Urs aims to become the first home player in a decade to win the Women's Indian Open in Gurugram, facing strong competition from defending champion Shannon Tan (winner in 2025) and a host of international and Indian golfers, including past champions Liz Young (2024) and Pornanong Phatlum.

11-Year-Old Bodhana Sivanandan Break Judit Polgar's Record; Becomes Youngest Female International Master

11-Year-Old Bodhana Sivanandan Break Judit Polgar's Record; Becomes Youngest Female International Master

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian-origin English chess player Bodhana Sivanandan, aged 11, has achieved the title of International Master -- becoming the youngest female to do so.

India-New Zealand series to debut DRS's new 'Sonic' technology

India-New Zealand series to debut DRS's new 'Sonic' technology

Rediff.com6 days ago

Virtual Eye will now provide the full suite of DRS technology to assist umpires and enhance the viewing experience during India's tour of New Zealand involving five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests.

NIA Charges Two More In Drone-Based Arms, Narcotics Trafficking

NIA Charges Two More In Drone-Based Arms, Narcotics Trafficking

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed its third chargesheet against Satyanarayan Meghwal and Sahil Godara in a case involving cross-border trafficking of arms and narcotics using drones. The accused, arrested in July this year, face charges under UAPA, Arms Act, NDPS Act, and BNS. The investigation reveals an organised syndicate using encrypted channels to smuggle weapons and drugs across northern India, targeting youth and fostering disaffection against India.

Pakistan add three new faces to batting line-up for Sri Lanka Tests

Pakistan add three new faces to batting line-up for Sri Lanka Tests

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sameer Minhas, Mohammad Taha, and Mohammad Suleman have received their maiden Test call-ups for Pakistan's upcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka, with former T20 captain Salman Ali Agha also returning to the squad.

Para Games Gold Medallist Neeraj Yadav Dies By Suicide

Para Games Gold Medallist Neeraj Yadav Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav has died by suicide after consuming poison at his residence, with a postmortem examination underway at a Delhi hospital on Wednesday.

Sharma Takes One-Shot Lead At PGTI Qualifying School

Sharma Takes One-Shot Lead At PGTI Qualifying School

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's Shaurya Sharma shot a five-under 67 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead at the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. He is now at four-under 212, with Md Siddikur Rahman and Arin Ahuja tied for second. Nim Dorji Tamang made history as the first Bhutanese player to make the cut.

Pakistan sends seven players home from England; coach Sarfaraz replaced ahead of third Test

Pakistan sends seven players home from England; coach Sarfaraz replaced ahead of third Test

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Visitors Pakistan replaced seven players and their head coach on Monday, after suffering two heavy losses to England in their ongoing three-Test series.

Name Old Trafford Stand After Jimmy Anderson: Farokh Engineer

Name Old Trafford Stand After Jimmy Anderson: Farokh Engineer

Rediff.com2 days ago

Farokh Engineer backs a stand named after Jimmy Anderson at Old Trafford, saying the retired pacer deserves recognition for his extraordinary contribution to cricket.

PV Sindhu Sees Room For Improvement After French Open Final

PV Sindhu Sees Room For Improvement After French Open Final

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu finished as runner-up at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament, losing to world No. 1 An Se Young. Despite the loss, Sindhu expressed satisfaction with her performance but acknowledged significant room for improvement, particularly in maintaining leads and adapting to court conditions.

Mourinho Warns Real Madrid: 'We Play to Win the League'

Mourinho Warns Real Madrid: 'We Play to Win the League'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Jose Mourinho warns Real Madrid against complacency after their 2-1 El Clasico win over Barcelona, insisting the goal is to win LaLiga, not just at Camp Nou.

Indian Kabaddi Teams Secure Semifinal Berths With Dominant Wins

Indian Kabaddi Teams Secure Semifinal Berths With Dominant Wins

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's women's and men's kabaddi teams both secured dominant victories over Nigeria at the inaugural Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship in Ahmedabad on Monday, advancing to the semifinals. The women's team won 38-10, while the men's team triumphed 50-23, marking their fourth consecutive wins in the tournament. Other matches saw Singapore, Malaysia, and Uganda also register wins.

Arshdeep Could Make Test Debut as India Plans NZ Tour Rotation

Arshdeep Could Make Test Debut as India Plans NZ Tour Rotation

Rediff.com2 days ago

India bowling coach Morne Morkel reveals a 'bulletproof' workload management plan for the New Zealand tour, including rotation and backup bowlers ahead of the Tests.

Musheer Khan's all-round brilliance puts Mumbai in command

Musheer Khan's all-round brilliance puts Mumbai in command

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Musheer Khan delivered a century with the bat and two crucial wickets with the ball, helping Mumbai establish a strong position against Haryana in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash.

India create T20I history with massive World Record

India create T20I history with massive World Record

Rediff.com2 days ago

India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the second T20I at Hagley Oval, marking their 200th victory in men's T20 Internationals. Tilak Varma and Nitish Kumar Reddy's unbeaten 69-run partnership secured the win, giving India a 2-0 series lead.

HCLTech's Q2 performance: Robust growth and AI traction, but valuation concerns persist

HCLTech's Q2 performance: Robust growth and AI traction, but valuation concerns persist

Rediff.com7 days ago

HCLTech, India's third-largest IT services company, reported robust Q2 revenue growth of 2.3 per cent in constant currency, driven by services and ER&D segments, with strong new deal wins of $3.3 billion and significant traction in its AI business. Despite exceeding margin estimates and raising revenue guidance, some brokerages remain cautious due to the stock's premium valuation compared to peers.

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship by two shots at the Delhi Golf Club, marking his third DP World Tour title of the season and moving him to the top of the Race to Dubai rankings. Anirban Lahiri was the best Indian finisher at tied 23rd, attributing his performance to a lack of competitive golf. Yuvraj Sandhu finished tied 34th, reflecting on his maturing season.

Indian Blind Football Team Suffers Opening Defeat At Asian Para Games

Indian Blind Football Team Suffers Opening Defeat At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

The Indian men's blind football team began its Asian Para Games campaign with a 0-2 loss against South Korea in Nagoya. South Korea's Jang Yeongjun scored both goals. India is set to play hosts Japan next on Saturday.

ISL: Blasters Host Mumbai City In Crucial Clash

ISL: Blasters Host Mumbai City In Crucial Clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Kerala Blasters FC will host Mumbai City FC in their first home match of the Indian Super League 2026-27 season on Sunday. Both teams are looking for a crucial win, with Blasters aiming to bounce back from a heavy defeat and Mumbai City seeking their first victory of the season amidst offensive struggles and key player injuries.

Simran Sprints To Golden Double At Asian Para Games

Simran Sprints To Golden Double At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian sprinter Simran has won her second gold medal at the Asian Para Games, triumphing in the women's 100m T12 event with a new Games record of 12.02 seconds on Wednesday. This follows her 200m gold on Tuesday, also achieved with a Games record. Simran, a 26-year-old Paralympics bronze medallist, is making a strong comeback with her new guide.

Nagaland United Makes Historic IFL Debut

Nagaland United Makes Historic IFL Debut

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nagaland United Sports Club is set to make its historic debut in the Indian Football League on October 30, ending a 78-year wait for the state to have a club at this level. The club, founded in 2024, secured its place through a goodwill agreement with Aizawl FC and aims to honour the legacy of Talimeren Ao, India's first national team captain. This entry marks a significant milestone for football in Nagaland, fostering local talent and reflecting the sport's deep grassroots presence.

'No Pressure Anymore': Harmanpreet Kaur breaks down after match-winning knock

'No Pressure Anymore': Harmanpreet Kaur breaks down after match-winning knock

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former India captain Harmanpreet Kaur scored an unbeaten 91 off 41 balls against Zimbabwe in the final T20, marking an emotional return to form after a lean patch.

Harry Kane wins Ballon D'Or after record-breaking season; Putellas takes women's award

Harry Kane wins Ballon D'Or after record-breaking season; Putellas takes women's award

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich and England striker, has won the Ballon d'Or, marking the first time an Englishman has received the award in 25 years. His victory follows a record-breaking season where he scored 61 goals for Bayern and led England to the World Cup semi-finals. The award recognises his consistent performance, intelligence, and prolific goalscoring ability throughout the season.

Indian AI Startups Grapple with High Costs, Visa Hurdles in US Expansion

Indian AI Startups Grapple with High Costs, Visa Hurdles in US Expansion

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian AI startups are finding it challenging to secure their first few US customers due to the demand for proven track records, high local hiring costs, and visa hurdles, even as venture capital firms launch programmes to facilitate their entry into the American market.

Score 400, But No Guarantee Of An India Cap

Score 400, But No Guarantee Of An India Cap

Rediff.com7 days ago

B B Nimbalkar is the only one in the 400-plus club never to have played Test cricket. Will Chinmay Sutar have better luck?

RBI MPC: Rate cuts off the table as inflation concerns mount

RBI MPC: Rate cuts off the table as inflation concerns mount

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has indicated that rate cuts are improbable in the near term, with headline inflation projected to reach 6 per cent in the third quarter. Minutes from the October meeting reveal growing concerns among members about inflation spreading beyond food and fuel, leading to a shift in policy stance towards calibrated tightening.

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Pakistan captain Sahibzada Farhan set a new record for the most runs in a bilateral three-match men's T20I series with 238 runs, despite his side suffering an eight-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in the final match in Rawalpindi. Farhan scored his third consecutive half-century, surpassing India's Abhishek Sharma's previous record.

Why New Zealand can't crack India's death bowling

Why New Zealand can't crack India's death bowling

Rediff.com2 days ago

New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell has attributed India's 2-0 lead in the ongoing T20I series to their exceptional death bowling. Bracewell noted that the Indian bowlers effectively built pressure in the final overs, preventing the Black Caps from posting higher totals despite high-scoring games. He acknowledged the challenge posed by India's in-form openers and highlighted the need for New Zealand to deliver a complete performance to turn the tide.

Ranji Trophy: Deshpande scalps four to put Mumbai on top against Himachal Pradesh

Ranji Trophy: Deshpande scalps four to put Mumbai on top against Himachal Pradesh

Rediff.com18 Oct 2026

Mumbai is on the verge of securing a crucial first-innings lead against Himachal Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy Group D match, thanks to pacer Tushar Deshpande's impressive four-wicket haul that bundled out the hosts for 140. Mumbai ended day one at 107 for two, needing just 33 more runs with Musheer Khan and Siddhesh Lad at the crease. In another Group D encounter, Tamil Nadu's bowlers also performed strongly, dismissing Uttarakhand for 134.

Boland's four-wicket haul leaves South Africa reeling on Day 2

Boland's four-wicket haul leaves South Africa reeling on Day 2

Rediff.com19 Oct 2026

Australian paceman Scott Boland continued his impressive form, taking four wickets to leave South Africa struggling at 97/5 at stumps on Day 2 of the second Test. Captain Temba Bavuma remains unbeaten on 41, offering the only resistance against a dominant Australian attack.

ISL: Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC squander chances to settle for goalless draw

ISL: Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City FC squander chances to settle for goalless draw

Rediff.com2 days ago

Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC played out a goalless draw in a hard-fought Indian Super League match on Sunday. Despite numerous chances and strong attacking plays from both sides, neither team could find the back of the net, leading to a shared point.

PEs shift strategy from 'spray and pray' to focused bets

PEs shift strategy from 'spray and pray' to focused bets

Rediff.com5 hours ago

India's private equity (PE) industry is transitioning from a 'spray and pray' approach to a more selective investment model, focusing on established businesses, greater strategic influence, and operational transformation to generate definitive returns, according to industry leaders Renuka Ramnath and Amit Chandra.

Ranji Trophy: Bengal bowlers seal 60-run victory over Services in low-scoring contest

Ranji Trophy: Bengal bowlers seal 60-run victory over Services in low-scoring contest

Rediff.com7 days ago

Bengal secured a 60-run victory over Services in a Ranji Trophy Group C match, powered by Pradipta Pramanik's four-wicket haul. Elsewhere, Delhi established a significant lead against Gujarat, while Maharashtra built a massive first-innings advantage over Jharkhand with centuries from Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ankit Bawne, and Digvijay Patil.

Sanathoi Singh's late strike secures Punjab FC's dramatic win over Churchill Brothers

Sanathoi Singh's late strike secures Punjab FC's dramatic win over Churchill Brothers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Konsam Sanathoi Singh scored in the final minute of injury time to give Punjab FC a dramatic 3-2 victory over Churchill Brothers in an Indian Super League match. Raphael Messi Bouli and Alfred Planas Moya also scored for Punjab, while Sebastian Gutierrez netted twice for Churchill Brothers.

Sheetal Devi wins second successive Asian Para Games gold in women's compound

Sheetal Devi wins second successive Asian Para Games gold in women's compound

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sheetal Devi clinched her second successive Asian Para Games gold in the women's compound individual event, overcoming a deficit to beat Singapore's Alim Nur Syahidah in a tense final in Nagoya on Thursday.

Harry Kane Thanks Tottenham Hotspur After Ballon d'Or Triumph

Harry Kane Thanks Tottenham Hotspur After Ballon d'Or Triumph

Rediff.com1 days ago

Harry Kane wins his first Ballon d'Or after a prolific season with Bayern Munich, thanking his family, teammates, Tottenham, England fans and supporters worldwide.

Tata Trusts Row: Ball In Charity Commissioner's Court

Tata Trusts Row: Ball In Charity Commissioner's Court

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

Sir Dorabji Tata Trust has submitted its response to governance complaints filed by two trustees, with the Maharashtra charity commissioner expected to decide the next course of action.

India's Praveen Kumar Secures Bronze In Asian Para Games Shot Put

India's Praveen Kumar Secures Bronze In Asian Para Games Shot Put

Rediff.com20 Oct 2026

India's Praveen Kumar clinched a bronze medal in the men's shot put F11 event at the Asian Para Games with a personal-best throw of 13.86 metres. Iranian athletes Amirhossein Alipour and Mahdi Olad secured gold and silver respectively. The F11 category is for athletes with significant visual impairment.