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Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Fit-again Tilak Varma picked for India A for T20 World Cup warm-up

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma makes a comeback after a groin injury which forced him to miss the five-match T20I series against New Zealand.

Gurugram Police Announce Security Measures for Holi

Gurugram Police Announce Security Measures for Holi

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Gurugram police have announced special security arrangements for the Holi festival, including checkpoints and increased patrols, to maintain law and order and crack down on anti-social behaviour.

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia has withdrawn from the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers due to personal reasons, with Salima Tete named as the captain of the 20-member Indian squad.

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rice exporters in Haryana are facing potential payment delays and shipment disruptions to Iran and Afghanistan following recent military strikes on Iran.

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Will rising tensions between US-Israel and Iran threaten crude oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz, putting India's fuel prices, imports, and economic stability at risk?

T20 World Cup: 'Switched off phone, social media and listened to myself': Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: 'Switched off phone, social media and listened to myself': Sanju Samson

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Sanju Samson reveals how he overcame a lean patch by shutting out negativity and focusing on self-belief, culminating in a match-winning performance against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup.

Iranian drone strike causes fire at Saudi oil refinery

Iranian drone strike causes fire at Saudi oil refinery

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Falling debris from an intercepted Iranian drone caused a 'limited fire' at Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refining facility in Saudi Arabia, Saudi Defence Ministry spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki said, according to Al Arabiya.

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh's title hopes go up in smoke

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh's title hopes go up in smoke

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

D Gukesh played out a draw with compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram, the result ending the reigning world champion's title hopes on a tough day for Indian players in the Tata Steel Masters 2026 in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands, on Saturday.

WPL: Clinical Gujarat Giants outplay UP Warriorz

WPL: Clinical Gujarat Giants outplay UP Warriorz

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Devine stars as Gujarat Giants beat UP Warriorz by 45 runs

BLO Allegedly Dies by Suicide After Leave Denied for Daughter's Wedding

BLO Allegedly Dies by Suicide After Leave Denied for Daughter's Wedding

Rediff.com1 days ago

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide after being denied leave for his daughter's wedding. Family members and villagers protested, accusing the administration of ignoring repeated pleas for leave.

'Let's Stop Treating AI Like COVID'

'Let's Stop Treating AI Like COVID'

Rediff.com19 hours ago

'It is too early to conclude that there will be a bloodbath, that there will be no jobs, and that there will be civil unrest.' 'Let's calm down.' 'AI is a tool, it is not a weapon, it is not a virus.'

Agarwalla shines at Belgium Dressage Events, eyes Asian Games qualification

Agarwalla shines at Belgium Dressage Events, eyes Asian Games qualification

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Indian equestrian Anush Agarwalla delivered a strong performance at the Belgium Dressage Events, marking a significant step in his qualification journey for the upcoming Asian Games.

Arunachal Official Found Dead in Suspicious Circumstances

Arunachal Official Found Dead in Suspicious Circumstances

Rediff.com9 hours ago

An Arunachal Pradesh government official was found dead in suspicious circumstances at a bus stop, prompting a police investigation.

Holi 2026: Khushi, Masoom Tell You To Skip All-White!

Holi 2026: Khushi, Masoom Tell You To Skip All-White!

Rediff.com15 hours ago

It's 2026; your Holi look deserves more range than the predictable all-white uniform.

T20 World Cup: Rabada breaks silence on drops and doubts

T20 World Cup: Rabada breaks silence on drops and doubts

Rediff.com3 days ago

Kagiso Rabada discusses South Africa's successful cricket campaign, emphasizing the importance of team performance over individual statistics and highlighting the contributions of key players like Lungi Ngidi and Corbin Bosch.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

Rediff.com4 days ago

As India are gearing up to face Zimbabwe in a do-or-die Super Eights clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, former cricketer Aakash Chopra urged the team management to promote skipper Suryakumar Yadav up the order to break the left-handers' pattern in the batting order and effectively counter the off-spin threat posed by his opposite number Sikandar Raza.

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Assam CM Orders Action After Eviction Notice Attack

Rediff.com3 days ago

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered action and the arrest of 16 people following an attack on police and officials serving eviction notices to alleged encroachers in Azara, Guwahati. Sarma asserts that all encroachers will be evicted and a permanent police camp will be established in the area.

Four held after manhunt for Mumbai jewellers theft

Four held after manhunt for Mumbai jewellers theft

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Four individuals have been apprehended following a 48-day search in Rajasthan forests for allegedly stealing jewellery worth Rs 6.79 crore from a Mumbai shop.

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Will Iran pull out of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US, Canada, Mexico?

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Iran's participation in this year's World Cup has been called into question after co-hosts the United States launched joint air strikes at the country along with Israel at the weekend.

Nadda Alleges Bengal Helping Infiltrators, Endangering Original Inhabitants

Nadda Alleges Bengal Helping Infiltrators, Endangering Original Inhabitants

Rediff.com1 days ago

Union Minister JP Nadda accuses the West Bengal government of aiding infiltrators, claiming it will lead to original inhabitants becoming a minority. He also criticizes the TMC for alleged corruption and failure to implement the Ayushman Bharat scheme.

Rs 18.63 Crore Worth of Narcotics Destroyed in Navi Mumbai

Rs 18.63 Crore Worth of Narcotics Destroyed in Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Narcotics worth Rs 18.63 crore were destroyed in Navi Mumbai as part of the 'Nasha Mukt (Drug Free) Navi Mumbai' campaign. The destruction involved drugs seized in 55 cases and is part of a larger effort that has seen drugs worth Rs 38.45 crore seized in 114 cases. Recent crackdowns include busting a gang from Punjab involved in heroin and opium peddling.

Nagpur Blast Death Toll Climbs to 19

Nagpur Blast Death Toll Climbs to 19

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The death toll in the Nagpur explosives company blast has risen to 19, with 23 others injured. Police have arrested nine directors of SBL Energy Limited, and an investigation is underway.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly makes big call on Samson's future

T20 World Cup: Ganguly makes big call on Samson's future

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Sourav Ganguly, former Indian cricket team captain, praised Sanju Samson's match-winning innings of 97* runs, calling it 'outstanding' and hailing him as a 'very good player' after India's victory against West Indies in the T20 World Cup.

Deepika, Janhvi: Bold And So Beautiful

Deepika, Janhvi: Bold And So Beautiful

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Deepika, Janhvi: Bold And Beautiful In BLACK

India's manufacturing sector growth jumps to 4-month high in Feb

India's manufacturing sector growth jumps to 4-month high in Feb

Rediff.com11 hours ago

India's manufacturing sector experienced a significant growth spurt in February, reaching a four-month high driven by strong domestic demand, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI.

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Rediff.com16 hours ago

West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.

Psycho Saiyaan Review: Weird!

Psycho Saiyaan Review: Weird!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Every lead character is nuts in Psycho Saiyaan, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Khamenei Among 10 Of The World's Longest-Serving Leaders

Khamenei Among 10 Of The World's Longest-Serving Leaders

Rediff.com14 hours ago

From founding fathers to Europe's most unyielding rulers, these figures have not just held office, they have established a cult of leadership and will leave legacies, mostly mixed, that few can rival.

'Make way for Chetta': Surya lights up Samson's return

'Make way for Chetta': Surya lights up Samson's return

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Suryakumar Yadav lightens India's arrival in Thiruvananthapuram with playful banter as Sanju Samson returns home ahead of the final T20I against New Zealand.

T20 World Cup: Cricket At Eden Gardens Is Not Just About Winning

T20 World Cup: Cricket At Eden Gardens Is Not Just About Winning

Rediff.com2 days ago

Cricket magnifies the joy in the City of Joy. And with the stadium illuminated in World Cup colours, it seems to have lit up the soul of Kolkata.

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

India's EV Transition On Right Track, But Miles To Go

Rediff.com3 days ago

Government schemes such as the PM E-Drive initiative, with allocations of around Rs 2,000 crore for charging points deployment, are helping accelerate rollout

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Jacks, Ahmed break New Zealand hearts with rearguard action

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Jacks, Ahmed break New Zealand hearts with rearguard action

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks' rapid 44-run partnership turned the game as England chased down a target of 160 with three balls to spare and beat New Zealand by four wickets in the T20 World Cup Super Eights in Colombo on Friday.

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

Rediff.com13 hours ago

India and Canada solidify their partnership with a landmark uranium supply agreement and discussions to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership, signaling stronger ties and cooperation on key global issues.

Bangladesh gears up for polls amidst political turmoil

Bangladesh gears up for polls amidst political turmoil

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Bangladesh is preparing for elections and a referendum on reforms, but the absence of the Awami League and rising political tensions are raising concerns about the legitimacy and stability of the process.

Federico Cina Claims Maha Open Title in Thrilling Final

Federico Cina Claims Maha Open Title in Thrilling Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Federico Cina of Italy defeated Felix Gill of Britain in a thrilling final to win the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tennis Championship in Pune.

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Ranji Trophy Final, Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: Mayank Agarwal hits century to keep Karnataka's hopes alive

Rediff.com4 days ago

Mayank Agarwal stroked a fluent century to lead Karnataka's fightback after Auqib Nabi's three-wicket haul had put Jammu and Kashmir in control, on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy final.

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The V-Class will be locally produced at the Mercedes facility in Chakan, near Pune, making it the second product, after the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, to begin local production.

T20 World Cup: Gavaskar, Shastri unhappy with laser show during India vs Windies game

T20 World Cup: Gavaskar, Shastri unhappy with laser show during India vs Windies game

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India captains Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri have criticised the laser show during the drinks break of the T20 World Cup Super Eights clash between India and West Indies, citing concerns about its impact on players' focus.

Policeman Found Dead in Nadia District, West Bengal

Policeman Found Dead in Nadia District, West Bengal

Rediff.com2 days ago

A sub-inspector was found dead at his residence in Nadia district, West Bengal. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.