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India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube is making a name for himself as a premier power-hitter in the T20 World Cup, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball for Team India.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mitchell Santner's captain's knock and Rachin Ravindra's bowling brilliance led New Zealand to a 61-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup, pushing them closer to the semifinals.

Can Sri Lanka Overcome Spin Woes Against New Zealand in Colombo?

Can Sri Lanka Overcome Spin Woes Against New Zealand in Colombo?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sri Lanka must improve their batting against slower bowlers when they face New Zealand in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eight clash in Colombo, with both teams chasing their first win.

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

'A golden chapter in the sporting history of J&K'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

J&K CM congratulates cricket team after historic entry into Ranji Trophy final

T20 World Cup Super 8s: West Indies to focus on scoring opportunities vs SA

T20 World Cup Super 8s: West Indies to focus on scoring opportunities vs SA

Rediff.com1 days ago

West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer emphasises maximising scoring opportunities over solely hitting sixes in their crucial T20 World Cup clash against South Africa.

Domestic Help Masterminds Fake ED Raid, Robs Elderly Couple

Domestic Help Masterminds Fake ED Raid, Robs Elderly Couple

Rediff.com15 hours ago

An elderly couple in Delhi was robbed of valuables in a staged ED raid orchestrated by their domestic help and her accomplices, including an ITBP constable and a former army personnel.

AI ecosystem opaque, needs accountability: CCI chairperson

AI ecosystem opaque, needs accountability: CCI chairperson

Rediff.com19 hours ago

The artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem is opaque and needs to be made transparent and accountable, said Competition Commission of India's (CCI) Chairperson Ravneet Kaur at the Business Standard Manthan Summit on Wednesday.

Ahead of Carney visit, Canada says India no longer linked to violent crimes

Ahead of Carney visit, Canada says India no longer linked to violent crimes

Rediff.com1 days ago

The statement suggests that Canadian authorities do not see ongoing foreign interference or violent activity tied to India at present.

Recipe: Walnut Pancakes With Maple Walnut Butter

Recipe: Walnut Pancakes With Maple Walnut Butter

Rediff.com7 days ago

Whip up fluffy, golden Walnut Pancakes and serve it with fragrant maple butter.

NZ are India's second favourites at T20 WC: Mitchell

NZ are India's second favourites at T20 WC: Mitchell

Rediff.com3 days ago

Daryl Mitchell says New Zealand will embrace their tag as Indian fans' 'second favourite team' as they face must-win Super Eight clashes against Sri Lanka and England in the T20 World Cup.

South Africa romp past UAE to Super 8s unbeaten

South Africa romp past UAE to Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Alishan Sharafu's resilient 45 enabled UAE to reach a total of 122 for 6 in their T20 World Cup match against South Africa, despite Corbin Bosch's impressive bowling performance.

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

India must use current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com21 hours ago

India should resist knee-jerk responses to tariff volatility in the US and instead use the current geopolitical churn to build manufacturing scale at home, former G20 Sherpa and former chief executive officer of NITI Aayog Amitabh Kant said on Wednesday.

Galgotias varsity leaves AI Summit after robodog row

Galgotias varsity leaves AI Summit after robodog row

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Galgotias University is under fire after showcasing a robotic dog that sparked controversy over its true origin and whether it was misrepresented as in-house technology.

Sachin Invites Fadnavis, Shinde To Arjun's Wedding

Sachin Invites Fadnavis, Shinde To Arjun's Wedding

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar met Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde to invite them to son Arjun Tendulkar's wedding with Saaniya Chandhok. Invitations have also been extended to top national leaders.

Agricultural shift from subsidies to sustainability may be the way ahead

Agricultural shift from subsidies to sustainability may be the way ahead

Rediff.com23 hours ago

India is already a heavyweight in global farm trade in pockets such as rice exports, but experts are urging a pivot from a subsidy- and procurement-driven mindset to a productivity and nutrition strategy that still shields farmers from volatility.

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has apologised to his countrymen for their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: New Zealand crush Sri Lanka, boost semifinal hopes

T20 World Cup Super 8s: New Zealand crush Sri Lanka, boost semifinal hopes

Rediff.com1 days ago

NZ thrash SL by 61 runs to take one step closer to semis; Ravindra shines with 4/27

NCERT pulls textbook from website after CJI's rebuke

NCERT pulls textbook from website after CJI's rebuke

Rediff.com1 days ago

The NCERT's class 8 textbook is under scrutiny for its content on judicial corruption, potentially leading to its removal after government concerns and objections from the judiciary.

T20 World Cup: Will India Rest Bumrah, Hardik For Dutch Duel?

T20 World Cup: Will India Rest Bumrah, Hardik For Dutch Duel?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India face The Netherlands in their final T20 World Cup league match in batting-friendly conditions at the Narendra Modi stadium?

T20 World Cup: India March Into Super 8s With Spotless Record

T20 World Cup: India March Into Super 8s With Spotless Record

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Shivam Dube's explosive innings helped India recover from a slow start against the Netherlands in the T20 World Cup, after the top order struggled against Aryan Dutt's spin bowling.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's injury woes deepen as Pathirana ruled out

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's injury woes deepen as Pathirana ruled out

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to a muscle strain, further impacting Sri Lanka's campaign after Wanindu Hasaranga's earlier injury.

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan; Newcastle rout Qarabag

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Bodo/Glimt secured an upset 3-1 victory over Serie A leaders Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Wednesday.

Retired ISRO employee kills wife with towel in Bengaluru

Retired ISRO employee kills wife with towel in Bengaluru

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

After the alleged attack on his wife, Sandya Sri, Nageshwar Rao reportedly remained at the spot.

Osasuna dent Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes

Osasuna dent Real Madrid's LaLiga title hopes

Rediff.com5 days ago

Osasuna defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in a LaLiga match, with goals from Ante Budimir and Raul Garcia del Haro. The loss gives Barcelona a chance to overtake Real Madrid in the title race.

T20 WC: Recuperating Abhishek sidelined for Namibia game

T20 WC: Recuperating Abhishek sidelined for Namibia game

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma was ruled out of India's 2nd T20 World Cup group match after recovering from illness, with the BCCI medical team continuing to monitor his condition.

Kuno welcomes 3 new cubs, Indian cheetah count rises to 38

Kuno welcomes 3 new cubs, Indian cheetah count rises to 38

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

cheetah Gamini was translocated to India from South Africa as part of the ambitious project to revive the population of the world's fastest land animal in India, which had gone extinct decades ago.

69-year-old woman killed in front of paralysed husband in Bengaluru

69-year-old woman killed in front of paralysed husband in Bengaluru

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 69-year-old woman was allegedly murdered and robbed of her gold ornaments at her residence on the outskirts of Bengaluru while her paralysed husband was present. Police have arrested a suspect, a local shop owner, who allegedly committed the crime to clear a debt.

Why Ranji Trophy Final Won't Be Played At Chinnaswamy

Why Ranji Trophy Final Won't Be Played At Chinnaswamy

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Ranji Trophy 2026 final between Karnataka and Jammu & Kashmir will be played in Hubballi instead of Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium due to ongoing safety and infrastructure upgrades, KSCA confirmed.

Umpire Dies After Bee Swarm Attack At Unnao Match

Umpire Dies After Bee Swarm Attack At Unnao Match

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 65-year-old cricket umpire, Manik Gupta, died after a swarm of bees attacked players and officials during a junior league match at Rahul Sapru ground in Unnao. Six others were injured in the incident.

Focus on Abhishek's batting as India take on Netherlands

Focus on Abhishek's batting as India take on Netherlands

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

India will be hoping that Abhishek Sharma returns to his destructive ways and the other batters up their game against spin when the side takes the field for its final T20 World Cup league fixture against the Netherlands.

'Trump grasping for excuses to slap tariffs on India'

'Trump grasping for excuses to slap tariffs on India'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

A US lawmaker has criticized President Donald Trump's tariff policy on India for purchasing Russian oil, urging him to reverse it immediately.

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Team India is set for the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, where they will face South Africa, Zimbabwe, and West Indies. Here's the schedule.

Markets bleed; Sensex tumbles 1,236 pts on selling in RIL, HDFC Bank

Markets bleed; Sensex tumbles 1,236 pts on selling in RIL, HDFC Bank

Rediff.com7 days ago

Benchmark Sensex tumbled 1,236 points or 1.5 per cent while Nifty closed near 25,450 on Thursday following an across-the-board sell-off amid escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.

Arteta wants Arsenal to live in the present before crucial Spurs tie

Arteta wants Arsenal to live in the present before crucial Spurs tie

Rediff.com6 days ago

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta called on his players to "live in the present" ahead of Sunday's visit to local rivals Tottenham Hotspur in a battle to stay ahead in the title race after their lead was cut short by successive Premier League draws.

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan's 100 Ends 12-Year Wait for Pakistan

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan's 100 Ends 12-Year Wait for Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten century powered Pakistan to a 102-run victory over Namibia, securing their place in the Super Eight of the Twenty20 World Cup.

How a 'world-first' eye surgery helped restore Mumbai doctor's vision

How a 'world-first' eye surgery helped restore Mumbai doctor's vision

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Ophthalmologists in Chennai successfully restored the vision of a Mumbai gynaecologist who was blind in both eyes using a novel surgical procedure combining advanced lens implantation with corneal transplant and structural reconstruction.

Bihar govt rejects demands to revoke liquor ban

Bihar govt rejects demands to revoke liquor ban

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Bihar government has rejected demands to review its prohibition law, which has been in place for a decade, despite concerns raised by members of the ruling NDA about financial losses to the state.

Ajit Pawar's son Jay now demands probe into Baramati crash 'lapses'

Ajit Pawar's son Jay now demands probe into Baramati crash 'lapses'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Jay Pawar, son of the late Ajit Pawar, is seeking a thorough investigation into the plane crash that killed his father, citing possible serious lapses and demanding a ban on the aviation company involved.

With SA in Super 8s, chance for Brevis to redeem himself vs UAE

With SA in Super 8s, chance for Brevis to redeem himself vs UAE

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

South Africa, already qualified for the Super Eights, will face the United Arab Emirates in their final Group D fixture of the T20 World Cup. South Africa would expect big-hitting youngster Dewald Brevis to regain his form against a struggling United Arab Emirates.

Ranji Trophy final set for Hubballi not Chinnaswamy

Ranji Trophy final set for Hubballi not Chinnaswamy

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir will be held at the KSCA Stadium in Rajnagar, Hubballi, starting February 24.