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PIX: Meet India's new captain and coach!

PIX: Meet India's new captain and coach!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

Hardik will lead India in two match T20 Series beginning from Sunday.

Govt ban 'Hindutva Watch' contrary to law, X tells HC

Govt ban 'Hindutva Watch' contrary to law, X tells HC

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The Centre's decision to block the entire social media account of 'Hindutva Watch' on the basis of certain alleged offending posts is 'disproportionate' and contrary to the law, social media giant 'X' has told the Delhi high court.

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.' 'And this time to prove this point the RSS has prepared to help BJP win this election with all its might.'

Govt sets Twitter final deadline of July 4 to comply with orders

Govt sets Twitter final deadline of July 4 to comply with orders

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

The government has issued a notice to Twitter to comply with all its past orders by July 4, an official source said on Wednesday.

PIX: DLS drama hands India win against Ireland in 1st T20I

PIX: DLS drama hands India win against Ireland in 1st T20I

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

IMAGES from the first T20 International between India and Ireland at the Village Stadium in Malahide, Dublin on Friday.

Twitter is being defiant of our laws, govt tells Karnataka HC

Twitter is being defiant of our laws, govt tells Karnataka HC

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) in its 101-page statement of objections before the Karnataka high court has termed the microblogging platform Twitter of being defiant to the laws of the land.

World cricket will grow tremendously under your leadership: Gambhir

"World cricket will grow tremendously under your leadership": Gambhir

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

India head coach Gautam Gambhir, BCCI president Roger Binny and all-rounder Hardik Pandya led the long list of joyous members of the cricketing fraternity in lauding Jay Shah, who was on Tuesday elected unopposed as the ICC Chairman.

Prannoy, Sen to lead India's defence in Thomas Cup

Prannoy, Sen to lead India's defence in Thomas Cup

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Sindhu pulls out of Uber Cup

Twitter blocks IT minister's account for one hour over 'violations'

Twitter blocks IT minister's account for one hour over 'violations'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Twitter on Friday temporarily blocked IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad's account for alleged violation of the US Copyright Act, a move that the minister slammed as being arbitrary and gross violation of IT rules.

Tharoor-led Parliament panel on IT gives Twitter officials a dressing-down

Tharoor-led Parliament panel on IT gives Twitter officials a dressing-down

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

A parliamentary panel on Friday questioned top Twitter officials over a whistle-blower's revelations on its India operations, and gave them a dressing-down as their replies on issue of data security and privacy were "not satisfactory", sources said.

Rohit, Kohli struggle as India's troubles against left-arm pacers continue

Rohit, Kohli struggle as India's troubles against left-arm pacers continue

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

India's struggles against left-arm pacers continued in their high-octane clash against Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2023 at Kandy.

Emerging Asia Cup: India set up final clash against Pakistan

Emerging Asia Cup: India set up final clash against Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

India A set up a potentially high-voltage Emerging Asia Cup final against Pakistan A after defeating Bangladesh A by 51 runs in the semifinals in Colombo on Friday.

Twitter launches 'Lite' version for India

Twitter launches 'Lite' version for India

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

It will be available in 42 languages, including six Indian languages - Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Kannada, Gujarati and Marathi.

'Give Attention To Other Sports!'

'Give Attention To Other Sports!'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

'Otherwise, how will India become a sporting nation and how will we compete to beat China to win 60 Olympic medals?'

PIX: The King's stay ends quickly vs Pakistan

PIX: The King's stay ends quickly vs Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Young wicket-keeper Ishan Kishan is also all focus before India and Pakistan cricketers put on an entertaining evening of ODI cricket in Pallekele.

Parliamentary committee summons Twitter on June 18

Parliamentary committee summons Twitter on June 18

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information and Technology has called on Twitter to appear before the panel in Parliament Complex on June 18 at 4 pm and give representation on how to prevent misuse of social media and online news.

Gill punished for challenging umpiring call on Twitter

Gill punished for challenging umpiring call on Twitter

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Gill accepted the sanction so there was no need for a formal hearing

Asian Games: Gymnast Pranati advances to finals

Asian Games: Gymnast Pranati advances to finals

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The Indian gymnast also secured a position in 18 competitors selected to compete in the women's all-round final which will take place on Wednesday, September 27.

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rohit reveals India's struggles in Asia Cup

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Rohit Sharma admitted that his side has not played its best cricket in the Asia Cup

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India face tough Iraq test sans Chhetri

Twitter removes filmmaker Leena Manimekalai's 'Kaali' poster tweet

Twitter removes filmmaker Leena Manimekalai's 'Kaali' poster tweet

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Social media platform Twitter has pulled down filmmaker Leena Manimekalai's tweet about her documentary Kaali, which is currently at the centre of a controversy, in response to 'a legal demand'.

Twitter withholds 35 tweets after Centre's request

Twitter withholds 35 tweets after Centre's request

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Twitter has 'withheld' about 35 tweets following a legal request from the Indian government, as per information on the Lumen database.

Why is Modi angry with Twitter?

Why is Modi angry with Twitter?

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Social media is reflecting a reality that the BJP does not want communicated. More people are saying things on social media that are upsetting the government, asserts Aakar Patel.

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Air India and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL), a player in aerospace and defence solutions, on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Karnataka government for an investment of ~2,300 crore in the state's aerospace and defence sector. The strategic move is expected to enhance Karnataka's aerospace ecosystem and help create over 1,600 direct and 25,000 indirect jobs in the state.

Sittwe Port: India's Move Against China

Sittwe Port: India's Move Against China

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The project, the agreement for which was signed way back in 2009, had been gaining strategic relevance over the years as India-China ties took a hit.

Team India Touches Down In US

Team India Touches Down In US

Rediff.com11 Aug 2023

The final two T20 Internationals against the West Indies will be played on the weekend at the Central Broward Park and Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida.

'Why do we need to prepare turning tracks in India?'

'Why do we need to prepare turning tracks in India?'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Jasprit Bumrah's throbbing afternoon spell on the second day of the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam on Saturday made former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly advocating for sporting pitches rather than preparing rank turners.

India's Test transition begins smoothly in West Indies

India's Test transition begins smoothly in West Indies

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

India went to the Caribbean with a new top order, an uncapped stumper, and a rookie pace attack for the two-Test series.

Will Rain Affect India-Bangladesh Game?

Will Rain Affect India-Bangladesh Game?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

The India and Bangladesh game at Adelaide on Wednesday will have a big role to play in the chances of both sides making the T20 World Cup semi-final.

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Coping with expectations a major factor in India's home World Cup campaign, says Kapil Dev

Asia Badminton: India enter semis, ensure first medal

Asia Badminton: India enter semis, ensure first medal

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Down 0-2, the Indians showed great fighting spirit as the doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Chirag Shetty and PV Sindhu levelled the scores after reverses in the first two matches.

Atishi Marlena In Delhi's Hot Seat

Atishi Marlena In Delhi's Hot Seat

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Delhi battlefield may not be a cakewalk for the Rhodes Scholar.

With young guns rising to the occasion, India's transition concerns eased?

With young guns rising to the occasion, India's transition concerns eased?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

India may not be contemplating life after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli just yet but the robust display of their fringe players against England will have eased any fears about how they will cope when the old guard steps aside.

'Where's India's name?'

'Where's India's name?'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

'Shame on BCCI'.

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistani presenter Zainab Abbas, part of the ICC digital team covering the ODI World Cup, on Monday left India after facing backlash on social media over her alleged anti-India posts in the past.

Hockey WC PIX: India, England in exciting goalless draw

Hockey WC PIX: India, England in exciting goalless draw

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

A round-up of Sunday's action in the men's hockey World Cup, in Rourkela.

Lifter Bharali bags gold at Asian Junior C'ships

Lifter Bharali bags gold at Asian Junior C'ships

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The silver was bagged by Nurillo Davlatov of Uzbekistan with a total effort of 272kg (123kg+149kg), while the bronze went to A Tan of Vietnam (257kg, 117kg+140kg).

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Jaspal Rana's obsession with shooting behind Manu's Olympic success

Bombay's civic body gets on Twitter ahead of monsoon

Bombay's civic body gets on Twitter ahead of monsoon

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

The move to revive the BMC's presence on Twitter was initiated by newly-appointed municipal commissioner Praveen Pardeshi who had directed civic officials concerned to come up with a Twitter handle to reach out to the people.

Microsoft blames 3rd party software problem for outage

Microsoft blames 3rd party software problem for outage

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Amid a massive global outage that hit operations of airlines, banks and businesses across the globe, Microsoft on Friday said that it is aware of the issue affecting Windows devices due to an update from a third-party software platform.