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It's not All India Radio anymore but Akashvani: Prasar Bharti makes it official

It's not All India Radio anymore but Akashvani: Prasar Bharti makes it official

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Public broadcaster Prasar Bharti has decided to drop references to its radio service as 'All India Radio' and substitute it with 'Akashvani', as mentioned in the law.

PIX: Kuldeep, Siraj put India on top on Day 2

PIX: Kuldeep, Siraj put India on top on Day 2

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Images from Day 2 of the first Test between Bangladesh and India, at Chattogram, on Thursday

US can declare 'independence' from China with India's help: Vivek Ramaswamy

US can declare 'independence' from China with India's help: Vivek Ramaswamy

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

He is currently on a two-day swing to the crucial State of Iowa. On January 15, Iowa would kick off the 2024 Republican presidential primary season.

India thrashed by Vietnam in international friendly

India thrashed by Vietnam in international friendly

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Phan Van Duc (10th), Nguyen Van Toan (49th) and Nguyen Van Quyet (70th) scored for Vietnam to no reply from the Indians whose defenders had a mediocre outing, especially in the second half.

SAFF C'ship: Can Sunil Chhetri's heroics crush Lebanon?

SAFF C'ship: Can Sunil Chhetri's heroics crush Lebanon?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Chhetri has been India's primary weapon in this tournament, as he has so far netted five goals from three matches

PIX: India pull of thrilling win; sweep Bangladesh 2-0

PIX: India pull of thrilling win; sweep Bangladesh 2-0

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

A dogged 71-run stand between Shreyas Iyer and Ravichandran Ashwin came to India's rescue as the visitors fought back from a hopeless situation to pull off a three-wicket win over Bangladesh in the second and final Test

Asia Cup: Rain pushes Ind vs Pak match to reserve day

Asia Cup: Rain pushes Ind vs Pak match to reserve day

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Before the two spells of rain interrupted play, Virat Kohli and K L Rahul were batting on 8 and 17 respectively after openers Rohit Sharma (56) and Shubman Gill (58) struck fine half-centuries.

Women's WC: India rout Bangladesh to keep semis hopes alive

Women's WC: India rout Bangladesh to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

India galloped to a 110-run win over Bangladesh in their must-win ICC Women's World Cup match, keeping themselves in the reckoning for a place in the semi-finals, in Hamilton on Tuesday.

India walks on Moon as Pragyan rover rolls out of Vikram lander

India walks on Moon as Pragyan rover rolls out of Vikram lander

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The rover will carry out in-situ chemical analysis of the lunar surface during the course of its mobility.

Khan injury adds to India's woes ahead of England Test series

Khan injury adds to India's woes ahead of England Test series

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Khan sustained the injury in his left thumb while fielding in the three-day match at Chester-le-Street

Elephant Whisperers Inspire Hockey Mascot

Elephant Whisperers Inspire Hockey Mascot

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Bomman and Bellie, stars of the Oscar-winning documentary The Elephant Whisperers, were the special guests at the Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2023 event on Thursday.

India summons Canada's envoy over Khalistani mob's actions against mission

India summons Canada's envoy over Khalistani mob's actions against mission

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

The government of India on Saturday sought an explanation on how such elements were allowed, in the presence of police, to breach the security of its diplomatic mission and consulates, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Modi was honoured with the 'Order of Zayed', the UAE's highest civilian award, in 2019 as a mark of appreciation for his efforts to boost bilateral ties between the two nations.

Sportspersons should not enter politics: Sehwag

Sportspersons should not enter politics: Sehwag

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Sehwag's comment comes just a day after his ex-India and Delhi colleague Gambhir found himself at the centre of a controversy following an offensive middle finger gesture to a section of the crowd in Pallekele during India's Asia Cup match against Pakistan.

U-19 Asia Cup: Pakistan beat India in thriller

U-19 Asia Cup: Pakistan beat India in thriller

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

Pakistan rode on a stroke-filled 81 by one-down Muhammad Shehzad and a late cameo by Ahmad Khan

'Queen's Park Oval pitch slow, very easy for batting'

'Queen's Park Oval pitch slow, very easy for batting'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

India's bowling coach Paras Mhambrey has dubbed the pitch used for the second Test as "very, very slow for batting" and criticised the West Indians for "not even trying" to play shots.

India's Nitu, Saweety are World Boxing Champions

India's Nitu, Saweety are World Boxing Champions

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

Nitu has been in supreme form throughout the tournament, winning her first three bouts by RSC (referee stops contest).

India seek bowling balance in must-win game against Sri Lanka

India seek bowling balance in must-win game against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

India went in with five bowling options against Pakistan on Sunday and it did not work out in their favour

World Cup: Sangwan opens India's account in Baku

World Cup: Sangwan opens India's account in Baku

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Rhythm Sangwan staged a fantastic comeback at the back-end of the women's 10m air pistol final to clinch a bronze medal at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Baku.

Hockey India League returns with a bang in new avatar

Hockey India League returns with a bang in new avatar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

The new HI body under Olympian Dilip Tirkey plans to rejuvenate the hockey scenario in the country by providing exposure to budding players through the HIL.

Hayden reveals reason for India's ICC title drought

Hayden reveals reason for India's ICC title drought

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Hayden advises Team India to forget about outcome in WTC final

Archery World Cup: India women win bronze

Archery World Cup: India women win bronze

Rediff.com19 May 2022

India's women archers won a team bronze in the recurve section to take their medal's tally to three at the World Cup Stage 2 in Gwangju, South Korea, on Thursday.

'Pakistan forced India to sack captain'

'Pakistan forced India to sack captain'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'They fired their chief selector, selection committee, changed the captain because they couldn't digest how Pakistan went ahead of them.'

Rahul in Cambridge says idea of India under attack, draws BJP fire

Rahul in Cambridge says idea of India under attack, draws BJP fire

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Indian democracy is under threat, senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said during a lecture at Cambridge University, claiming that several politicians, including himself, are under surveillance.

How June 25, 1983 Changed India Forever

How June 25, 1983 Changed India Forever

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

That win gave us something no other victory ever would: It gave a young nation hope. It gave us the will to dream, notes Abhishek Mande Bhot.

India, New Zealand Players Enjoy Foot Volley

India, New Zealand Players Enjoy Foot Volley

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Foot Volley, generally played on the beach, is a mix of football and volleyball in which players use their feet to get the ball over the net.

Is BJP Running Scared of Opposition's INDIA?

Is BJP Running Scared of Opposition's INDIA?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

With this kind of coinage, the Opposition seems to be readily conceding the point that Modi is taller than all of them put together. So they need something bigger than themselves, collectively or not, to capture the voter imagination when it is about taking on Modi and the BJP in 2024, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

India women cricketers sweat it out in quarantine

India women cricketers sweat it out in quarantine

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The women's team will take on England in a one-off Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is

'Would like youngsters to step up and replicate even half of Kohli's intensity'

'Would like youngsters to step up and replicate even half of Kohli's intensity'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Star India batter Virat Kohli was given the 'Fielder of the Series' award following India's win over Afghanistan in the third T20I held at Bengaluru on Thursday.

India, Italy elevate ties to strategic partnership

India, Italy elevate ties to strategic partnership

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India and Italy have decided to elevate their bilateral ties to a strategic partnership, opening a new chapter on defence cooperation.

We weren't nervous: Rahul on India's top-order wobble

We weren't nervous: Rahul on India's top-order wobble

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

'Good challenge for us as batters, but we bat deep so it wasn't a worry.'

India has 3682 tigers, home to 75% of global numbers

India has 3682 tigers, home to 75% of global numbers

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

With a 50 per cent increase in the last four years, Madhya Pradesh has the maximum number (785) of tigers in the country, followed by Karnataka (563), Uttarakhand (560), and Maharashtra (444), according to the data.

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Rediff.com18 May 2022

One priority for Delhi (for the new foreign secretary in particular) is to have an in-depth discussion with Dharamsala as soon as possible, suggests Claude Arpi.

Modi's Edifice Complex

Modi's Edifice Complex

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

To understand Modi, listen to what he does not say -- vide NRC, suggests Prem Panicker.

Vote! Who Will Win The First T20I?

Vote! Who Will Win The First T20I?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

The first of the three T20I games between India and the West Indies will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata starting 1930 IST tonight.

'You have bowled your way into hearts of cricket fans'

'You have bowled your way into hearts of cricket fans'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday praised star pacer Mohammed Shami and para-archer Sheetal Devi after being honoured with the Arjuna Award in Delhi.

India-US joint statement puts trade at heart of enhanced ties

India-US joint statement puts trade at heart of enhanced ties

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

India and the US on Thursday said they are looking forward to the reconvening of the India-US Trade Policy Forum later this year to further enhance trade relationship and identify new areas for engagement.

No information: MEA on likely arrest of 2 Nijjar killing suspects by Canada

No information: MEA on likely arrest of 2 Nijjar killing suspects by Canada

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

His remarks at a press briefing came when asked about a media report that said Canada may arrest two suspects in Nijjar's killing "within weeks".

Kohli's decision to walk leaves Twitter abuzz

Kohli's decision to walk leaves Twitter abuzz

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

Pakistani players made a prolonged appeal but umpire Marais Erasmus was not convinced.

Telangana is India's Afghanistan, KCR its Taliban: Sharmila

Telangana is India's Afghanistan, KCR its Taliban: Sharmila

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

While talking to mediapersons in Mahbubabad, Sharmila said, "He (KCR) is a dictator, he is a tyrant, there is no Indian Constitution in Telangana, there is only KCR's Constitution. Telangana is the Afghanistan of India and KCR is its Taliban."