News for 'West India'

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Rediff.com3 days ago

Airports across the country have been placed on operational alert to manage potential flight diversions, unscheduled landings and passenger facilitation requirements.

Chouhan Accuses Bengal Government of Sheltering Infiltrators

Chouhan Accuses Bengal Government of Sheltering Infiltrators

Rediff.com1 days ago

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticised the West Bengal government over law and order and accused the TMC of sheltering infiltrators and manipulating demographics.

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

I've learnt from watching greats like Kohli, Rohit: Sanju Samson

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I've seen around 100 games and I've seen how the greatest people have finished the games and how do they change their game according to the game.'

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

T20 World Cup: Daren Sammy explains Zimbabwe's stunning rise

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe's unexpected success in the T20 World Cup was driven by the motivation of being underestimated and grouped with higher-ranked teams.

Does PM support Khamenei's assassination, asks Rahul

Does PM support Khamenei's assassination, asks Rahul

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the escalating conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran, particularly regarding the alleged assassination of the Iranian Supreme Leader. Gandhi emphasised the need for India to uphold international law and advocate for peaceful resolution.

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across multiple states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Haryana.

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Replacing over a third of India's oil imports at competitive rates is going to be a challenge, said traders from State refiners, even though some progress was made in the last two months.

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'It is best to remain vigilant. Tarique Rahman arranged arms smuggling to Indian insurgent groups.' 'He has criticised India for sheltering Sheikh Hasina, but has also sought India's support.'

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

T20 World Cup: Super 8 shock: SA rips through India's lineup

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

David Miller smashed a brilliant half-century while Marco Jansen picked up four wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 76 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8s match.

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Rediff.com2 days ago

Following attacks in West Asia, hundreds of Indians, including prominent personalities, are stranded in Dubai and other key hub airports due to flight disruptions, prompting appeals for government assistance.

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 days ago

India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

Rediff.com3 hours ago

England captain Harry Brook expresses confidence in his team's ability to defeat India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, highlighting their resilience and the potential of their top-order batters.

'When we looked outside, we saw a missile'

'When we looked outside, we saw a missile'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Indians returning from the Middle East share their experiences of fear and uncertainty as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran disrupts travel and daily life, leaving many stranded and facing financial strain.

Karnataka CM Asks Modi to Ensure Safety of Indians in Middle East

Karnataka CM Asks Modi to Ensure Safety of Indians in Middle East

Rediff.com1 days ago

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take measures to protect Indian citizens in the Middle East due to escalating geopolitical tensions, including initiating evacuation plans and enhancing diplomatic efforts.

Modi convenes CCS meeting amid escalating tension after Iran attack

Modi convenes CCS meeting amid escalating tension after Iran attack

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of the Cabinet Committee of Security (CCS) in Delhi to discuss the global situation following the attack on Iran and the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

World Bank flags how India failed to rein in debt in several states

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's state-level fiscal rules have improved headline deficits, but the gains are fragile and uneven with major states still grappling with high debt levels, a World Bank report submitted to the 16th Finance Commission (FC) said. According to the report, despite nearly two decades of adoption of fiscal responsibility laws (FRLs), debt levels have not converged.

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

SKY rises, Abhishek No 1: India dominate T20 charts

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday climbed five places to seventh in the ICC men's T20I rankings

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Rediff.com10 hours ago

India opener Smriti Mandhana has risen to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings.

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

T20 World Cup: Why Can't Teams Just Admit They Played Badly?

Rediff.com5 days ago

After a big loss, teams often give excuses instead of honestly admitting they played badly.

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Shimron Hetmyer's explosive innings propelled the West Indies to a dominant victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, with the batsman attributing his success to simplified thinking and letting his bat do the talking.

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

Rediff.com3 days ago

New Zealand reached the Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals after Pakistan crashed out despite a victory against Sri Lanka in a Group Two Super Eights match in Pallekele on Saturday.

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Rediff.com2 days ago

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

Iran conflict: 'My sister reported loud explosions'

Iran conflict: 'My sister reported loud explosions'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Indian parents express growing anxiety and fear for the safety of their children studying in Iran, as the conflict between Iran and Israel escalates. They are appealing to the Indian government for immediate evacuation.

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, arguing it raises doubts about India's foreign policy direction and credibility.

T20 WC: Raza Backs Zimbabwe's Underdog Dream in Super 8s

T20 WC: Raza Backs Zimbabwe's Underdog Dream in Super 8s

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza says his team's unbeaten T20 World Cup group-stage run has earned global respect, as they prepare to face India, West Indies and South Africa in the Super Eights.

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.

Austin Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Several Injured

Austin Shooting Leaves Three Dead, Several Injured

Rediff.com2 days ago

A shooting at a nightlife venue in Austin, Texas, resulted in three deaths, including the gunman, and numerous injuries. The motive is currently unknown and the FBI is involved in the investigation.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Now, India's gems & jewellery sector on par with China, Thailand

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Exporters of gems and jewellery have said the free-trade agreement (FTA) has brought relief to their sector because this opens up the world's second-largest market and brings them on a par with China and Thailand, which face zero tariffs on shipments to Europe.

'No Child Should Grow Up Hearing The Sound Of War'

'No Child Should Grow Up Hearing The Sound Of War'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Moments like this remind us how fragile life really is.'

T20 World Cup: 'First time vs Bumrah': Bennett reacts

T20 World Cup: 'First time vs Bumrah': Bennett reacts

Rediff.com4 days ago

Brian Bennett's valiant 97 not out went in vain as Zimbabwe lost to India in their T20 World Cup Super 8 clash. Despite Bennett's heroics, Zimbabwe fell short in their chase of India's massive total.

Energy security for 1.4 bn supreme: India refutes Trump's Russian oil claim

Energy security for 1.4 bn supreme: India refutes Trump's Russian oil claim

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India's energy decisions are guided by national interest.

India Will Continue To Buy Russian Oil

India Will Continue To Buy Russian Oil

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'No one can or will bar India from pursuing its energy goals as it wishes.' 'The US FTA wording may sound more restrictive, but the underlying reality will not undermine India's sovereign energy decisions.'

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup: South Africa Relish 'Home Advantage' In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com7 days ago

South Africa has established a strong advantage in the tournament by playing a majority of their matches at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, turning the stadium into a fortress.

Advantage BJP in March 16 Rajya Sabha polls to 37 seats

Advantage BJP in March 16 Rajya Sabha polls to 37 seats

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Rajya Sabha elections 2024, setting the stage for polls to fill 37 seats across 10 states on March 16.

T20 World Cup: Parthiv wants Sanju Samson in place of Tilak Varma against Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Parthiv wants Sanju Samson in place of Tilak Varma against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com7 days ago

I would like to see Axar Patel, Sanju Samson coming back: Parthiv Patel on India's do-or-die Zimbabwe clash

India's TV Viewers to Cross 1 Billion

India's TV Viewers to Cross 1 Billion

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Internet subscribers, income growth, literacy and dependency ratio are the biggest drivers of growth.

How This IITian Is Solving India's Clean Air Crisis

How This IITian Is Solving India's Clean Air Crisis

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Ravi Kaushik has sold 70,000 units of air filters through his start-up Airth and aims to sell 10 lakh units in the next five years.

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

25 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested In Mumbai

Rediff.com5 days ago

Investigations reveal that many of them had been residing in the country for the past six to eight years.

T20 WC: Sharif and Scotland squad face India visa crunch

T20 WC: Sharif and Scotland squad face India visa crunch

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Scotland were included into the T20 World Cup following Bangladesh's withdrawal citing security concerns despite the ICC insisting that there were no threats as per their assessment.