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INS Arighaat, 2nd made-in-India N-submarine, joins Navy

INS Arighaat, 2nd made-in-India N-submarine, joins Navy

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

India's second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine was commissioned into the Navy on Thursday in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who said this will further strengthen the country's nuclear triad and enhance nuclear deterrence.

ICC Test rankings: Bumrah dethrones Ashwin to become World No 1

ICC Test rankings: Bumrah dethrones Ashwin to become World No 1

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Bumrah, who was named Player of the Match after helping India level the five-match series with a 106-run victory, ended Ashwin's 11-month long reign. Ashwin, on 499 Test wickets, is now third in the standings.

17 persons killed, 33 hurt in Andhra pharma unit fire

17 persons killed, 33 hurt in Andhra pharma unit fire

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Harrowing scenes unfolded at the SEZ where the fire ripped through the pharma company. Injured workers with torn clothes and bleeding injuries were seen being shifted to hospitals in ambulances.

Initial probe faults Rayagada passenger train crew for Andhra accident

Initial probe faults Rayagada passenger train crew for Andhra accident

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Signed by seven experts, the preliminary report said they carefully examined the accident site, available evidence, statements of officials concerned, data logger report and the speedometer chart.

Unbroken in spirit, Kohli fan Nitesh tastes Paralympic glory

Unbroken in spirit, Kohli fan Nitesh tastes Paralympic glory

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Inspired by the humility of fellow para shuttler Pramod Bhagat and the relentless dedication of star cricketer Virat Kohli, Nitesh began to rebuild his life.

King Khan's In The House!

King Khan's In The House!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

KKR owner Shah Rukh Khan witnessed his team's crushing win over DC from the stands in Vizag.

Sobhita Dhulipala Talks About Her Ideal Partner

Sobhita Dhulipala Talks About Her Ideal Partner

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Rediff.com's Mayur Sanap asked the actor about her love for fashion, her idea of dating and more...

We're treated like second-class citizens: Paralympic champ slams BAI

We're treated like second-class citizens: Paralympic champ slams BAI

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Paralympic star Kumar Nitesh cites BAI apathy, wants badminton to be placed under PCI as para shuttlers needed to be treated on par with their able-bodied counterparts.

'Jaiswal is a quick learner'

'Jaiswal is a quick learner'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

'India certainly needed someone to hold the innings together with a big century as once again most of the other batters got going like they did in the first Test and then gifted their wickets away.'

Is This The Yorker of IPL 2024?

Is This The Yorker of IPL 2024?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Ishant Sharma stepped up in the final over, bowling a searing 144 kph in-swinging yorker that completely dismantled Andre Russell's wicket.

8 killed, 20 hurt as two trains collide in Andhra Pradesh

8 killed, 20 hurt as two trains collide in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

It is suspected that some deaths have occurred in the accident as well, an official said but could not immediately confirm the information.

Stokes lauds 'maturity' of England's rookie spin trio

Stokes lauds 'maturity' of England's rookie spin trio

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'Looking at them, five or six Tests between them, to bowl the way they did yesterday without Joe -- what they produced was incredible.'

NIA books Mumbai man in Pak plot to honeytrap Navy personnel

NIA books Mumbai man in Pak plot to honeytrap Navy personnel

Rediff.com17 May 2024

The NIA has charge sheeted Mumbai resident Amaan Salim Shaikh, a key accused in a conspiracy by Pakistani intelligence operatives to honey trap Indian Navy personnel to gather secret information on defence establishments, an official statement said on Friday.

DC win but Pant fined

DC win but Pant fined

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The win on Sunday was Delhi Capitals' first this season.

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant blast: Death toll rises to 17

Visakhapatnam Steel Plant blast: Death toll rises to 17

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

The death toll in last week's explosion at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) has gone up to 17, with one of the injured officials succumbing to injuries on Wednesday.

Indian Navy responds as Houthis attack British tanker

Indian Navy responds as Houthis attack British tanker

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy on Saturday said its guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam has deployed a team to help fire-fighting efforts on board British oil tanker MV Marlin Luanda which has got 22 Indian and one Bangladeshi crew members.

Pant slapped with hefty fine after IPL disaster

Pant slapped with hefty fine after IPL disaster

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Pant was guilty of maintaining a slow-over in the game against Kolkata Knight Riders in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday.

What Centre Will Shell Out For AP, Bihar

What Centre Will Shell Out For AP, Bihar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

While Andhra Pradesh is expected to receive Rs 15,000 crore to Rs 20,000 crore, Bihar is likely to get Rs 5,000 crore to Rs 10,000 crore in FY25.

Bumrah Takes A Dig At Fans

Bumrah Takes A Dig At Fans

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Bumrah is the first Indian pacer to top the ICC Test rankings after a stellar performance in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam.

1st Test PIX: Pant, Gill slam tons as India dominate

1st Test PIX: Pant, Gill slam tons as India dominate

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

IMAGES from Day 3 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh, played in Chennai, on Saturday.

From domestic worker's daughter to Olympian: Jyothi Yarraji's inspiring journey

From domestic worker's daughter to Olympian: Jyothi Yarraji's inspiring journey

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Jyothi Yarraji ready to put end to his mother's enormous struggles

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

In Agartala, the Group A match between Mumbai and Tripura ended in a draw with the reigning champions earning three points by virtue of the first-innings lead.

Visakhapatnam set to be the next IT hub

Visakhapatnam set to be the next IT hub

Rediff.com9 Jun 2008

Visakhapatnam is one of the fast-emerging tier III cities of India and is in a position to be the next IT destination in Andhra Pradesh. Availability of skilled labour, infrastructure, and comparatively cost-effective real estate in the city makes Vizag the next emerging IT-ITeS hub after Hyderabad. It is expected to be one of the next growth drivers over the decade, according to Jones Lang LaSalle Meghraj (JLLM).

India to lease out space in strategic oil storage

India to lease out space in strategic oil storage

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

After dropping a Rs 5,000 crore plan to fill parts of strategic oil storages, the government will lease out space in the underground rock caverns to domestic and international firms to store oil, a top executive said on Tuesday. India Strategic Petroleum Reserve Ltd has built underground storages at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Mangalore and Padur in Karnataka to store 5.33 million tonnes of oil that can be used in any emergency situation like supply disruption or war. UAE's Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) has already hired half of the 2.5 million tonnes storage capacity at Padur and 1.5 million tonnes facility at Mangalore.

Dravid applauds England's skilful, smart batting approach

Dravid applauds England's skilful, smart batting approach

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'I'm not sure how happy they are about the term, but they are playing really good cricket, let's be honest about it.'

Want to bat as long as possible and get better every day, says nervous Pant

Want to bat as long as possible and get better every day, says "nervous" Pant

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Rishabh Pant is experiencing an entire gamut of emotions from nervousness to excitement as he gears up for his first competitive game in nearly 15 months when he leads Delhi Capitals in their IPL opener against Punjab Kings in Chandigarh on Saturday.

'Your legacy lives on': Rohit, Kohli hail 'fearless' Dhawan

'Your legacy lives on': Rohit, Kohli hail 'fearless' Dhawan

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

'Your passion for the game, your sportsmanship and your trademark smile will be missed.'

It does feel like the hard work has finally paid off: Sarfaraz

It does feel like the hard work has finally paid off: Sarfaraz

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

India batter Sarfaraz Khan revealed that he "didn't believe" that he had been selected for the second Test match against England in Visakhapatnam.

England spinner Leach ruled out of India Tests

England spinner Leach ruled out of India Tests

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

England spinner Jack Leach has been ruled out of the remainder of the Test series in India with a left knee injury.

Ranji Roundup: Rinku, Rana shine; Kerala fight back

Ranji Roundup: Rinku, Rana shine; Kerala fight back

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday

Report Card: Jaiswal 10/10, Ashwin 9/10, Jurel 9/10

Report Card: Jaiswal 10/10, Ashwin 9/10, Jurel 9/10

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

How India's players fared in the England series.

IPL: Chennai to host final on May 26, play-offs in Ahmedabad

IPL: Chennai to host final on May 26, play-offs in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Delhi Capitals, who will play their first two home games in Visakhapatnam on March 31 and April 3, will have five games at their home ground. These matches are scheduled for April 20, 24, 27, May 7 and 14.

Duleep Trophy: Will Pant pass rigours of red-ball cricket?

Duleep Trophy: Will Pant pass rigours of red-ball cricket?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

While the pace department needs some urgent solutions, the spin has a slightly different landscape.

'One of the best moments to win a game for your country'

'One of the best moments to win a game for your country'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

After India registered a remarkable victory against England in the second Test, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal said that it was one of the best moments to win a match for the country and mentioned that they were focusing on their processes.

Patidar Gets His Test Cap From Zaheer!

Patidar Gets His Test Cap From Zaheer!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Rajat Patidar becomes India's 310th Test player.

Gill breaks silence on criticism, inner disappointment

Gill breaks silence on criticism, inner disappointment

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Shubman Gill admitted that the pressure of failing to score big in the last few innings made him nervous

Injured Jack Leach ruled out of 2nd Test

Injured Jack Leach ruled out of 2nd Test

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Ben Stokes confirmed Leach's absence

9 killed as heavy rains lash Telangana; 99 trains cancelled

9 killed as heavy rains lash Telangana; 99 trains cancelled

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Due to heavy rains and waterlogging over the tracks at several locations on South Central Railway network, as many as 99 trains were cancelled and four trains were partially cancelled while 54 trains were diverted, an SCR official said.

PIX: Rampaging KKR crush Capitals by 106 runs

PIX: Rampaging KKR crush Capitals by 106 runs

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Images from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday.