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Foreign IPL players head home

Foreign IPL players head home

Rediff.com10 May 2025

"We're deeply grateful for the swift coordination and support from the BCCI, local authorities, and the police who made this possible," the RCB statement added.

Asia Cup Hockey: India pump 15 past Kazakhstan!

Asia Cup Hockey: India pump 15 past Kazakhstan!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

India crush Kazakhstan 15-0 to march into Super 4s with all-win record

Janamashtami In Srinagar

Janamashtami In Srinagar

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

A large number of devotees, including Pandits and other locals, filled the streets with religious slogans, dancing, and joy.

Kathua encounters expose terror route via IB, will seal it: Police

Kathua encounters expose terror route via IB, will seal it: Police

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Four recent encounters in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district have exposed the route used by terrorists to infiltrate into India from across the International Border (IB), a senior police officer said. The successful recovery of huge quantities of arms and ammunition, including explosives, after the gunfights has scuttled a major plan of the terror groups to carry out a major strike in Jammu and Kashmir.

Shibu Soren cremated with state honors in native village

Shibu Soren cremated with state honors in native village

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, a towering figure in the state's tribal movement, was cremated with full state honors in his native village of Nemra. Thousands gathered to pay their respects to the 'Dishom Guru,' including political leaders and villagers.

Why Has ISI Chief Been Given An Extension?

Why Has ISI Chief Been Given An Extension?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

While Asim Malik's role in Pakistan's recent warming up of relations with the US is acknowledged, army watchers note a recent distancing, what with Asim Munir not wanting his DG, ISI to share the limelight during his subsequent sojourns to Tampa and Brussels, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Temple Reopens In Kashmir After 30 Years

Temple Reopens In Kashmir After 30 Years

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The Anandeshwar Bhairav temple reopens after 30 years at Maisuma in the heart of Srinagar. The area is the stronghold and residence of JKLF chief Yasin Malik.

Allu Arjun Gets Interim Bail

Allu Arjun Gets Interim Bail

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

The Telangana high court on Friday granted interim bail to Allu Arjun, who was arrested earlier in the day by the Hyderabad police in connection with the death of a woman at the Sandhya Theatre in the city.

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Superfans And Cricketers' Secret Passions

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Every summer, Sudhir Gautam makes a pilgrimage to Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai home, carrying a box of Muzaffarpur litchis from his home town in Bihar, a gesture sweeter than the fruit itself.

Day after assassination bid, Sukhbir Badal continues 'seva'

Day after assassination bid, Sukhbir Badal continues 'seva'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

The former deputy chief minister, a Z+ protectee, arrived at the Ananadpur Sahib shrine surrounded by security personnel. Dressed in blue 'sewadar' uniform, Badal sat at the entrance of the gurdwara with a spear in one hand.

Boos, heartbreak: Sweden's World Cup hopes fade

Boos, heartbreak: Sweden's World Cup hopes fade

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Sweden's hopes of qualifying for next year's World Cup are hanging by a thread after Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka scored from the spot to help the visitors win 2-0 in their qualifying Group B clash on Friday.

Miffed Trump seeks probe into 'triple sabotage' at UN

Miffed Trump seeks probe into 'triple sabotage' at UN

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

United States President Donald Trump has demanded an investigation into three 'sinister events' at the United Nations headquarters, including an escalator breaking down while he and First Lady Melania Trump were on it, describing them as 'triple sabotage'.

Finally, UP Dalit groom takes out 'baraat' through upper-caste area amid tight security

Finally, UP Dalit groom takes out 'baraat' through upper-caste area amid tight security

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

The Thakurs opposed the wedding procession by Dalits .

Fans Climb Trees To See Kohli Practice

Fans Climb Trees To See Kohli Practice

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Despite tight security measures, dedicated supporters climbed trees and brought ladders to catch a glimpse of Virat Kohli during his practice session.

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Archery Worlds: India women's team in bronze play-off

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The women's recurve team of Deepika Kumari, Gatha Khadake and Ankita Bhakat entered the bronze medal play-offs at the World Archery Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

Why Sidhu feels Jadeja is good but not good enough!

Why Sidhu feels Jadeja is good but not good enough!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday criticized India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja for his inability to handle pressure and win overseas Test matches.

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Who Will Make India's Playing XI Vs Oman?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

As India gears up to face Oman on Friday, September 19, at the Dubai international stadium, the focus returns to cricket.

Trott: Afghanistan not shy of breaking new ground

Trott: Afghanistan not shy of breaking new ground

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'They are not only setting new standards for themselves but also paving the way for future players to keep pushing those boundaries.'

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Vincent Keymer, Arjun Erigaisi play out draw, Awonder beats Pranav in wonderkid clash

Osaka reaches first WTA 1000 semis in 2 years

Osaka reaches first WTA 1000 semis in 2 years

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

It marks Osaka's first WTA 1000 semi-final since Miami in 2022, as the Japanese former world number one needed just over an hour to secure victory over the 10th seeded Svitolina.

Ayush packs off World No. 9, runs into Lakshya in QF

Ayush packs off World No. 9, runs into Lakshya in QF

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Ayush stuns Naraoka to join Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya in quarterfinals at Hong Kong Open

TN rape case: All 9 accused found guilty, to spend life in jail

TN rape case: All 9 accused found guilty, to spend life in jail

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Six years after it came to light, all nine men arrested in the sensational Pollachi sexual assault and extortion case were convicted and sentenced to "life imprisonment till death" by a Mahila Court here on Tuesday.

Timeline of Tahawwur Rana's extradition from US

Timeline of Tahawwur Rana's extradition from US

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistani-born Canadian national accused of playing a role in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the United States to India. Rana was arrested in the US in 2009 and convicted in 2011 for providing material support to the Lashkar-e-Taiba terror group, which carried out the Mumbai attacks. He had been fighting extradition since 2012, but the US Supreme Court ultimately denied his review petition, paving the way for his transfer to India. Rana will now face trial in India for his alleged role in the attacks, which killed 166 people.

PIX: Kalinskaya beats Raducanu, sets up Fernandez final

PIX: Kalinskaya beats Raducanu, sets up Fernandez final

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Anna Kalinskaya outclassed Britain's Emma Raducanu at the Washington Open on Saturday to advance to the final, where she will face Leylah Fernandez.

Durand Cup: Ahadad strikes as East Bengal pip Namdhari

Durand Cup: Ahadad strikes as East Bengal pip Namdhari

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

East Bengal FC moved a step closer to securing a knockout berth at the 134th Durand Cup with a narrow 1-0 win over a resilient Namdhari FC in a tightly contested Group A match in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Forces launch drone-backed hunt to flush out 50 terrorists in Jammu hills

Forces launch drone-backed hunt to flush out 50 terrorists in Jammu hills

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Security forces in the Jammu region are maintaining a strong vigil and conducting operations to track down 40 to 50 terrorists active in the area. Multi-tier security measures, including anti-drone strategies and intensified night operations, are in place.

Durand Cup: Liston stars as Bagan down Mohammedan SC

Durand Cup: Liston stars as Bagan down Mohammedan SC

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Liston Colaco struck a brace as 10-man Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Mohammedan Sporting 3-1 to begin their Durand Cup campaign at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday.

'Well-planned conspiracy': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attacked

'Well-planned conspiracy': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attacked

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

According to a senior police officer, the man has been detained and further inquiry is underway.

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

Akula's heroics fire Jaipur into first-ever UTT semis

Akula's heroics fire Jaipur into first-ever UTT semis

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Akula closed the tie in style and ended Pune's hopes of a berth in the semis

Hyderabad Police working overtime for Pak team's security

Hyderabad Police working overtime for Pak team's security

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The squad arrived at the stadium on Thursday with six police vans part of the cavalcade. The team buses of Pakistan and New Zealand exited the stadium together.

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

Nihal Sarin lit up Round 4 of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 with a hard-fought win over compatriot Arjun Erigaisi

India's legacy liquor brands raise a toast to growth, reinvention

India's legacy liquor brands raise a toast to growth, reinvention

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

By 10 am, Rakshit N Jagdale is already deep into the rhythm of the day, which promises to be a carousel of meetings, calls, and strategic decisions. As managing director of Amrut Distilleries, he balances ritual and ambition, tradition and transformation, like many other legacy players in India's alcoholic beverages sector who are staring at a rosy future.

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'I fell in love with Suraiya and that was my first real gafla. The more I couldn't get her, the more I wanted her. When I couldn't marry her because the world didn't want it, I cried for the first time.'

Grenade attack on Manipur minister's residence

Grenade attack on Manipur minister's residence

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Manipur minister Kashim Vashum said he and his family members were not at home when the grenade exploded.

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The Karur tragedy has exposed the huge gaps in Vijay's understanding of realpolitik, elections and political administration, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Allu Arjun grilled for 3 hours in stampede case

Allu Arjun grilled for 3 hours in stampede case

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Top Telugu actor Allu Arjun on Tuesday appeared before the Chikkadpally police in Hyderabad for questioning in connection with the death of a woman in a stampede during the screening of Pushpa-2 on December 4.

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Sweden, Germany enter women's Euro knock-outs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Germany and Sweden occupy the top two spots in Group C on six points and meet in Zurich on Saturday to decide who will win the group after Sweden's aerial bombardment from the wings proved too much for the Polish defence.

Modi@75: The Man Who Changed India

Modi@75: The Man Who Changed India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Let there be no doubt that Modi in these 24 years so far has reshaped politics and governance considerably, if not completely, asserts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay, author, Narendra Modi: The Man, The Times.

Thailand Open: Tanwar, Gill punch their way into final

Thailand Open: Tanwar, Gill punch their way into final

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Naman, Anshul down Uzbek heavyweights to enter Thailand Open finals