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'Kohli is probably the greatest one-day player of all time'

'Kohli is probably the greatest one-day player of all time'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Someone like Virat Kohli, that's a once-in-a-generation sort of player.'

Konstas dropped as Australia reshuffle Ashes top order

Konstas dropped as Australia reshuffle Ashes top order

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Konstas, 20, misses out after a poor tour with the bat in the West Indies, while Weatherald has been included after topping the Sheffield Shield runs list

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Names and names and names and names... 329 in all. Some Indian. Some Canadian. Some British. Berry. Gupta. Jain. James. Bhatt. Beauchesne. Chatlani. Enayati. Lougheed.... Vaihayasi Pande Daniel visits Ahakista, Ireland, home to the memorial for the worst terrorist atrocity in India's history.

'Rain Deficiency Has Been Wiped Out'

'Rain Deficiency Has Been Wiped Out'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

'Usually the average rainfall per day is around 8 mm and India is receiving 10 to 11 mm per day since the last one week.' 'July seems to be very good for the entire country.'

Coast Guard chief Rakesh Pal dies of cardiac arrest in Chennai

Coast Guard chief Rakesh Pal dies of cardiac arrest in Chennai

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

He had taken charge as the 25th director general of the Indian Coast Guard on July 19 last year.

'India are obviously No 1 for a reason, they bat really low'

'India are obviously No 1 for a reason, they bat really low'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Australian batter Matthew Short is relishing the opportunity to face "world-class" Indian bowlers in the ongoing five-match T20I series.

At 126.7 mm average rainfall, India sees wettest May in 124 years

At 126.7 mm average rainfall, India sees wettest May in 124 years

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The early onset of the southwest monsoon brought continuous rainfall across southern and eastern India, contributing to this record.

Chennai airport resumes ops after Fengal crosses TN, Puducherry coasts

Chennai airport resumes ops after Fengal crosses TN, Puducherry coasts

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

The airport had temporarily suspended operations on Saturday due to strong winds and heavy rainfall caused by cyclones.

Australia announce ODI, T20I squads for India series

Australia announce ODI, T20I squads for India series

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Aussies also named a 14-player group for the first two T20I matches against India, with Nathan Ellis and Josh Inglis earning recalls after they missed the recent T20I series with South Africa.

Aus ODIs: Big Calls, Bold Omissions On Cards!

Aus ODIs: Big Calls, Bold Omissions On Cards!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Aus ODIs: Bumrah, Gill workload to be discussed, battle between Jaiswal and Abhishek

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Why Parsiana Is Downing Shutters

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'Financially we are sound and we have always broken even. 'It is just we don't have the personnel and that is why we have to close down.'

At 120 kmph, cyclonic storm may hit Odisha-WB coasts by Oct 24: IMD

At 120 kmph, cyclonic storm may hit Odisha-WB coasts by Oct 24: IMD

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

According to weather officials, wind speeds along and off the Odisha-West Bengal coasts are anticipated to reach 60 km/h from October 23, increasing to 120 km/h from October 24 night to October 25 morning.

TN braces for heavy rain on Wednesday, red alert in 8 districts

TN braces for heavy rain on Wednesday, red alert in 8 districts

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

As the Northeast monsoon intensified across Tamil Nadu, the regional weather office issued heavy rainfall alert to a number of districts. Chief Minister M K Stalin reviewed the situation and directed precautionary measures.

Slovakia stun Germany in historic 2-0 World Cup qualifier upset

Slovakia stun Germany in historic 2-0 World Cup qualifier upset

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

The result was only their second two-goal defeat in a qualifier, the last being the infamous 5-1 home thrashing by England in 2001.

8.8 earthquake triggers tsunami waves off Russia, Japan; alert issued

8.8 earthquake triggers tsunami waves off Russia, Japan; alert issued

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

An 8.8-magnitude undersea earthquake struck early Wednesday off the coast of Russia's Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, triggering tsunami waves in parts of Russia and Japan, and prompting alerts across the Pacific region.

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

India celebrates Diwali with fervour, Delhi AQI worsens

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Buildings were decorated with colourful lights and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country thronged temples and celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday.

Cyclone Michaung: Over 900 evacuated from AP coast

Cyclone Michaung: Over 900 evacuated from AP coast

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Heavy rains continue to lash several parts of Andhra Pradesh as the severe cyclonic storm 'Michaung' looming over the Bay of Bengal sea close to Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Tamil Nadu coasts is moving closer by the hour to its landfall area.

Why Trump Has Waged A Tariff War Against India

Why Trump Has Waged A Tariff War Against India

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The collective West has always opposed strong leaders and economic development in India, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'I Expect More Disasters To Happen'

'I Expect More Disasters To Happen'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'Even one accident can cause problems for the entire coastal system.'

Moderate tremor off Great Nicobar coast

Moderate tremor off Great Nicobar coast

Rediff.com6 Jan 2005

The tremor, measured at 5.7 on the Richter scale, occurred at 0542 IST, the met office said adding the epicentre of the quake was at 6.3 degrees North Latitude and 92.1 degrees East Longitude.

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

PIX: A Glimpse At Women's ODI World Cup Venues!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

From Mumbai to Colombo: Venues to host ICC Women's World Cup 2025

Brand ambassador, cricket...: How Maldives aims to attract 3L Indians in 2025

Brand ambassador, cricket...: How Maldives aims to attract 3L Indians in 2025

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

The Maldives government has set a target of attracting 300,000 Indian tourists in 2025, aiming to regain its position as a top destination for Indian travelers. The country's tourism sector has been impacted by strained relations between Male and New Delhi, which led to a decline in Indian tourist arrivals in 2024. To revive the Indian tourist market, the Maldives is planning a major campaign, including a brand ambassador, cricket summer camps, and expanded flight routes from more Indian cities.

14 Pakistanis arrested off Gujarat coast

14 Pakistanis arrested off Gujarat coast

Rediff.com5 Apr 2011

The Pakistani boat named Al-Anwari carrying 14 persons on board was seized on Monday evening by the Indian Coast Guard team patrolling in the region.

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian carriers are grappling with severe operational disruptions after Iran launched missile strikes on the US military base in Qatar late Monday. This led to airspace closures for long hours in parts of West Asia. Iran, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait shut down their skies following the attack, forcing airlines to cancel, divert, or delay flights through these vital corridors.

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Sharif thanks Trump for 'historic' trade deal with Pak

Sharif thanks Trump for 'historic' trade deal with Pak

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday thanked United States President Donald Trump for the 'historic' trade agreement reached between Islamabad and Washington, and expressed hope that it would expand cooperation between the two nations.

At 110 kmph, Cyclone Dana begins landfall on Odisha coast; no casualty

At 110 kmph, Cyclone Dana begins landfall on Odisha coast; no casualty

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

However, there was no report of any major damage or casualty so far even as the landfall process started more than an hour ago, the official said.

Santosh Trophy: Meghalaya beat Goa to book quarters spot

Santosh Trophy: Meghalaya beat Goa to book quarters spot

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Damanbhalang Chyne converted a late penalty as Meghalaya edged Goa 1-0 to secure a quarter-final berth in the 78th Senior Men's National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Indian Tourists Head To Southeast Asia

Indian Tourists Head To Southeast Asia

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'Countries like Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and the Philippines have a 50 per cent increase in bookings.'

Cyclonic circulation over Konkan, Goa coast: Skymet

Cyclonic circulation over Konkan, Goa coast: Skymet

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Mumbai has seen 30 mm rain during the last 24 hours, Skymet's weather team has reported.

7 Pak nationals arrested near Gujarat coast

7 Pak nationals arrested near Gujarat coast

Rediff.com13 Mar 2011

Seven Pakistani nationals have been arrested and their boat seized for entering Indian waters near Jhakhau off the west coast of Kutch district, Indian Coast Guard officials said on Sunday. The boat named Al-Shakira was intercepted on Saturday evening when the Coast Guard team was patrolling Arabian Sea near the India-Pakistan maritime border. The boat had seven Pakistani crew members on board. They are being brought to Okha in Jamnagar, where they will be interrogated.

Trade issues that India, Saudi Arabia discussed

Trade issues that India, Saudi Arabia discussed

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday decided to expedite implementation of the $50 billion West Coast refinery project, and identified energy, defence, semiconductor and space as areas for intensified cooperation during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud.

'Global Warming Isn't Going To Come Down'

'Global Warming Isn't Going To Come Down'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'The global climate system doesn't look at where the carbon dioxide is coming from. 'It may be emitted by the US, but it will not remain above the US alone but covers the whole world.'

Tauktae to Fani: A look at India's deadliest cyclones

Tauktae to Fani: A look at India's deadliest cyclones

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Several major cyclones have hit various parts of India over the last 10 years. Here is a look at the notable among them.

50 evacuated from oil rig off Gujarat coast in dramatic rescue

50 evacuated from oil rig off Gujarat coast in dramatic rescue

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Wind speed at the time is expected to be in the range of 125-135 kmph gusting up to 150 kmph.

Schools shut, leaves cancelled, blackout in many states as tensions soar

Schools shut, leaves cancelled, blackout in many states as tensions soar

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Several Indian states bordering Pakistan have implemented stringent security measures, including school closures, blackouts, and cancellation of leave for police and administrative personnel, in response to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. These measures were taken after India conducted airstrikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam massacre. Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and West Bengal have all implemented these precautionary measures.

India's Most Peaceful Places

India's Most Peaceful Places

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

On the list are: A Gujarat beach, a litle corner of Sikkim and a spot in the hills of Tamil Nadu.

India deploys 3 warships in Arabian Sea after attack on merchant ship

India deploys 3 warships in Arabian Sea after attack on merchant ship

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Saturday's drone attack on MV Chem Pluto came amid increasing concerns over various commercial vessels being targeted reportedly by Iran-backed Houthi militants in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Over 2000 Killed by Extreme Weather in 2024

Over 2000 Killed by Extreme Weather in 2024

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The death toll included over 450 from intense heat wave last summer, according to the World Meteorological Organization.

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

A depression over the southeast Arabian Sea, south of Porbandar in Gujarat, is likely to move northwestward and intensify into a cyclonic storm, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday.