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VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

VisionQuest Review: Artificial Emotions

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Paul Bettany and James Spader bring plenty of personality to VisionQuest, but the Marvel's latest series struggles to find the emotional soul its story needs.

Nifty 50 trails Asian peers: What's holding back Indian equities?

Nifty 50 trails Asian peers: What's holding back Indian equities?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Indian equities, particularly the Nifty 50, have significantly underperformed their Asian and global counterparts over the past year, with the index down 10.6 per cent. This lag is attributed to factors like rising global oil prices, rupee depreciation, and a lack of participation in the global chipmaker rally that boosted markets like South Korea and Taiwan.

Congress Alleges Modi Govt Paving Way For UPI Fees, Surrendering To US Pressure

Congress Alleges Modi Govt Paving Way For UPI Fees, Surrendering To US Pressure

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The Congress party has criticised the Modi government over a notification regarding UPI transactions, alleging it paves the way for imposing fees, especially on transactions above Rs 2,000. Rahul Gandhi claimed the government is surrendering to American pressure, while Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted the potential burden on common citizens amidst inflation. The government's notification prohibits charges on UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000 but remains silent on higher amounts, sparking fears of a "Digital Payments Tax."

Zverev survives Halys challenge to advance to Round 3 at US Open

Zverev survives Halys challenge to advance to Round 3 at US Open

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev, the top seed and French Open champion, endured another gruelling five-set match at the US Open, defeating Quentin Halys 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-7(3), 6-3 to advance to the third round.

Prominent Athletics Coach Mohammad Yunus Khan Provisionally Suspended By NADA

Prominent Athletics Coach Mohammad Yunus Khan Provisionally Suspended By NADA

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Mohammad Yunus Khan, a renowned athletics coach who mentored star long-distance runners like Gulveer Singh and Kartik Kumar, has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for alleged 'complicity' in an anti-doping rule violation. Khan, a coach at the Army Sports Institute, faces charges under Article 2.9 of NADA rules, though the exact nature of his offence remains undisclosed. The suspension highlights ongoing efforts against doping in Indian sports, with several other athletes also recently provisionally suspended.

Coco Gauff reveals the 'absurd' US Open ticket requests

Coco Gauff reveals the 'absurd' US Open ticket requests

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Tennis star Coco Gauff and her mother are speaking out against acquaintances who only resurface to ask for free tickets to the US Open. Gauff revealed that her mother's recent Instagram post, which bluntly told friends and family to stop asking for tickets, was a much-needed intervention after years of absurd requests, particularly during the New York tournament.

'Thank You For Making History With Us': Messi's Teammates Express Gratitude

'Thank You For Making History With Us': Messi's Teammates Express Gratitude

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Argentine footballers Lautaro Martinez, Leandro Paredes, Emiliano Martinez, and Alexis Mac Allister have paid emotional tributes to Lionel Messi following his announcement to retire from international football, reflecting on his profound impact on their careers and the national team.

US Open PIX: Birds take centre stage as Medvedev outmuscles Gorzny

US Open PIX: Birds take centre stage as Medvedev outmuscles Gorzny

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Daniil Medvedev overcame a bizarre bird interruption and a brief umpire spat to defeat Sebastian Gorzny 6-1, 6-3, 7-5 and reach the US Open third round.

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

US Open Photos: Khachanov overwhelms third seed Auger-Aliassime after dramatic turnaround

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Karen Khachanov stunned third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime after losing the opening-set tiebreak, dominating the next three sets with powerful serving and relentless pressure to reach round three.

Hyundai to invest additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra, doubling Pune plant capacity

Hyundai to invest additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra, doubling Pune plant capacity

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Korean auto major Hyundai plans to invest an additional Rs 4,000 crore in Maharashtra by 2030, aiming to nearly double capacity at its new Pune manufacturing plant to 320,000 units per annum in a phased manner, a top company executive said.

RBI's Rate Decision, Crude Oil, Global Bond Yields to Drive Market Trends

RBI's Rate Decision, Crude Oil, Global Bond Yields to Drive Market Trends

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

Analysts predict that the Reserve Bank of India's interest rate decision, crude oil prices, and global bond yields will be the primary factors influencing the Indian stock market this week, alongside macroeconomic data and foreign investor activity.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink on US-Iran Crisis

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Sink on US-Iran Crisis

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant slump in early trade, mirroring a bearish trend in global equities, as escalating conflict in West Asia drove up crude oil prices and intensified investor concerns.

Global Headwinds Drive FPIs to Pull Rs 35,860 Crore from Indian Equities

Global Headwinds Drive FPIs to Pull Rs 35,860 Crore from Indian Equities

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) became net sellers in September, withdrawing Rs 35,860 crore from Indian equities due to global uncertainties, high US interest rates, and elevated crude oil prices, with outflows continuing into October.

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Salman Khan: 'If You Want To Make A Comedy On My Life...'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'...then David Dhawan. If you want to make a traditional, tragic love story, it would be Sanjay Leela Bhansali.' 'If you want to make this beautiful love story after love story, it would be Sooraj Barjatya, and if you want to make an action kind of love story, then Kabir Khan.' 'All the things that have happened in my life.'

DP World To Ensure Consistency For Rory McIlroy's Global Training

DP World To Ensure Consistency For Rory McIlroy's Global Training

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Golf superstar Rory McIlroy has announced a multi-year partnership with global logistics company DP World. The collaboration will see DP World transport McIlroy's personalised fitness and recovery facilities across his PGA Tour and DP World Tour schedules, ensuring consistent training environments worldwide. This initiative highlights DP World's expertise in complex logistics and makes McIlroy a global ambassador for the company.

HEX20 Makes History With UAE Deep-Space Asteroid Probe Role

HEX20 Makes History With UAE Deep-Space Asteroid Probe Role

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Technopark-based space-tech startup HEX20 has been selected by the UAE Space Agency to develop a spacecraft for an asteroid probe, marking the first time an Indian private company has been chosen for a deep-space mission by the Gulf nation. HEX20 is contributing its expertise in developing the spacecraft bus and software for the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, which is scheduled for launch in March 2028 to study asteroid 269 Justitia.

'Mon-Fils!' Fans Give Gael Monfils Emotional US Open Send-Off

'Mon-Fils!' Fans Give Gael Monfils Emotional US Open Send-Off

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

French tennis star Gael Monfils played his final Grand Slam match at the US Open, losing to Learner Tien. The charismatic 40-year-old received an emotional send-off from the Louis Armstrong Stadium crowd, who celebrated his entertaining career with chants and a video tribute. Monfils, set to retire at the end of the season, expressed gratitude for the fans' love and shared a warm moment with his young opponent.

'Baseless': India rejects Elon Musk's Starlink blocking claim

'Baseless': India rejects Elon Musk's Starlink blocking claim

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The Indian government has strongly refuted Elon Musk's allegations that Starlink's satellite communication services are being blocked in the country, asserting that a fair and non-discriminatory regulatory framework is in place for all telecom providers. The government emphasised that compliance with security norms is mandatory for all licensees, including Starlink, Jio Satcom, and Eutelsat OneWeb, all of whom are currently undergoing security assessments.

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Aditya-L1 Gives ISRO A Solar Edge

Rediff.com5 days ago

'It is to observe the Sun continuously that you have the Aditya L1 mission.' 'It is in a position from where it can observe the Sun continuously.'

New bilateral investment treaty framework to get Cabinet nod soon: FM Sitharaman

New bilateral investment treaty framework to get Cabinet nod soon: FM Sitharaman

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that India is set to introduce a new, more investor-friendly bilateral investment treaty (BIT) framework, which is expected to receive Cabinet approval shortly, aiming to provide sharper protection for investors from both sides.

Bhuvneshwar Never Chased an India Comeback. Ashwin Explains Why

Bhuvneshwar Never Chased an India Comeback. Ashwin Explains Why

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin discusses Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall to the T20I squad, attributing it to his consistent IPL performance without chasing rewards. He also touches upon Mohammed Shami's potential comeback, his relationships with Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli, and predicts India and South Africa as strong contenders for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Indore T20I: 13 Runs From Prince Yadav That Proved Crucial

Indore T20I: 13 Runs From Prince Yadav That Proved Crucial

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

India captain Shreyas Iyer credited Prince Yadav's 13-run cameo and other lower-order contributions for providing a crucial cushion in their 14-run victory over the West Indies in the third T20I.

SC turns down Asaram's bail plea in Gandhinagar rape case

SC turns down Asaram's bail plea in Gandhinagar rape case

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain self-styled godman Asaram's plea challenging the Gujarat High Court's order denying him bail in the 2013 Gandhinagar rape case. Asaram, who is currently on parole granted by the Rajasthan High Court in another rape case, had sought bail to visit his ailing wife. The court noted his parole status and will hear his appeal against conviction in the Jodhpur case after his surrender on November 17.

Modi, Trump talk on phone amid sanctions threat

Modi, Trump talk on phone amid sanctions threat

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation to review progress in bilateral ties, covering trade, defence, and energy, against the backdrop of heightened trade friction due to the 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026'.

Ronaldo breaks rivalry silence with message to Messi

Ronaldo breaks rivalry silence with message to Messi

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to Lionel Messi following Messi's emotional international retirement from Argentina's national team. Messi played his final game, a 3-0 friendly win over Benin, and expressed how much he would miss representing his country after an extraordinary 21-year career, thanking his clubs and remembering Diego Maradona.

Muzaffar Ali: 'When I Saw Nana Patekar, Then Just 25...'

Muzaffar Ali: 'When I Saw Nana Patekar, Then Just 25...'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

'Nana Patekar gave Gaman a powerful flavour of the soil, an authenticity that could not have been manufactured or imagined. There was an anger in him, a restlessness, a turmoil that belonged to the streets and the people he embodied. He was not merely playing a character; he was bringing an entire world into the film.'

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Ukrainian tennis players Marta Kostyuk and Elina Svitolina both secured dominant victories in their opening matches at the U.S. Open, with Kostyuk defeating Storm Hunter and Svitolina overcoming Solana Sierra.

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

Jailer 2 Review: Rajinikanth Fanboy Fun With Flawed Villains

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rajinikanth brings the swagger, Nelson delivers the whistles, but Jailer 2's predictable plot and underwhelming villains keep this fanboy extravaganza from becoming anything more than a familiar celebration of Thalaivar's aura.

Indian Stars Shubman Gill And Shafali Verma Crowned ICC Players Of The Month

Indian Stars Shubman Gill And Shafali Verma Crowned ICC Players Of The Month

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

India captain Shubman Gill and opener Shafali Verma have been named ICC Men's and Women's Player of the Month, respectively, for October. Gill received the award for the fifth time following his stellar performance in the ODI series against the West Indies, while Verma was recognised for her impressive show in the Asia Cup and Asian Games, marking her second win.

Sensex, Nifty surge on falling crude, bank stocks rally

Sensex, Nifty surge on falling crude, bank stocks rally

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their rally for a second consecutive session, driven by a decline in Brent crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel and strong buying in banking stocks and Reliance Industries.

Cummins urges Australia to embrace Test 'grind' against South Africa

Cummins urges Australia to embrace Test 'grind' against South Africa

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Pat Cummins says Australia must learn to grind out Test results as they prepare for a tricky South Africa challenge at Kingsmead.

'If there is passion for motorsport in India, then it makes sense to host F1 race'

'If there is passion for motorsport in India, then it makes sense to host F1 race'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Alpine managing director Steve Nielsen, a veteran of Formula 1 since 1985, shares insights into his four-decade career, the sport's evolution from a niche interest to a global powerhouse, and the roles of Bernie Ecclestone and Liberty Media in its growth. He also discusses the potential return of the Indian Grand Prix, highlighting India's significant F1 fanbase.

Indian-origin engineer couple donates $20 mn to US varsity for AI college

Indian-origin engineer couple donates $20 mn to US varsity for AI college

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

An Indian-origin engineer couple, Anuradha and Vikas Sinha, have donated $20 million to the University of North Texas (UNT) to establish the Anuradha and Vikas Sinha College of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Analytics. This significant gift aims to create new opportunities for students and faculty, focusing on building and deploying intelligent systems and understanding their operation within human contexts. The donation underscores the couple's belief in education and immigrant contributions to the American dream, supporting leadership, scholarships, professorships, research, and entrepreneurship.

Sabalenka crashes out of China Open, extending trophy drought

Sabalenka crashes out of China Open, extending trophy drought

Rediff.com4 Oct 2026

World number two Aryna Sabalenka exited the China Open in the third round after a straight-sets loss to Nikola Bartunkova, marking another setback in a challenging season where she has not won a trophy since the 'Sunshine Double' earlier this year.

'King Richard' to US Open: Thea Frodin Follows Serena's Dream

'King Richard' to US Open: Thea Frodin Follows Serena's Dream

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Five years after playing young Serena Williams' tennis double in 'King Richard', 17-year-old Thea Frodin makes her US Open main-draw debut against Elena Rybakina.

iPhone 18 Pro: 10 Countries Where It Costs The Most

iPhone 18 Pro: 10 Countries Where It Costs The Most

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 in the US, while Apple's official prices differ across countries and regions, reflecting local taxes, duties, currency values and market pricing.

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Drought: Is Maharashtra Growing The Wrong Crops?

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Nearly two-thirds of Maharashtra has been drought-prone on and off, and climate change is making it worse.'

Linda Noskova ousts Marta Kostyuk on sixth match-point to enter US Open quarters

Linda Noskova ousts Marta Kostyuk on sixth match-point to enter US Open quarters

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova defeated Marta Kostyuk in a hard-fought three-set match at the U.S. Open, securing her spot in the quarter-finals. Noskova, the sixth seed, overcame a mid-match fightback from Kostyuk, eventually winning 7-5 5-7 6-4 after saving two match points in the second set. She will now face world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

Carlos Alcaraz says 'too much nipple' as US Open tank top sparks online frenzy

Carlos Alcaraz says 'too much nipple' as US Open tank top sparks online frenzy

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Carlos Alcaraz swapped his headline-making tank top for an undershirt after revealing too much chest, then beat Wu Yibing in straight sets to reach the US Open fourth round.

TCS to hire 80% of new workforce with digital, AI skills; AI work to expand profitability

TCS to hire 80% of new workforce with digital, AI skills; AI work to expand profitability

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) plans for 80% of its new hires to possess digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, anticipating that the growing share of AI-led work will significantly boost its profit margins.