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'VS Could Make Thousands Go Crazy With His Magic'

'VS Could Make Thousands Go Crazy With His Magic'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'VS was a man who devoted every moment of his life, from the beginning till his death at the age of 100, to the struggle against the injustices inflicted upon land, nature and the common man.'

Erigaisi in joint-lead at World Rapid and Blitz chess

Erigaisi in joint-lead at World Rapid and Blitz chess

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Russians Volodar Murzin and Alexander Grischuk, along with Duda Jan-Kryzstof of Poland, share the lead with Arjun on seven points after the end of the second day and Round 9 of the championship, which will decide the best player of the planet after 13 games.

Pro League: Germany hammer sorry India

Pro League: Germany hammer sorry India

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Germany, however, regained their lead in the blink of an eye as the ball again got the better of Pathak after it came off Prinz's stick.

Well Done, Bharat Mata Defenders Group!

Well Done, Bharat Mata Defenders Group!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Fifty-nine members of delegations visiting 33 world capitals, reaching millions of people, giving one message, in one language, in one voice -- is an unprecedented world movement, observes former BJP MP Tarun Vijay, former Chief Editor, Panchjanya, the RSS weekly.

Those daring to wipe off our sisters' sindoor...: Modi

Those daring to wipe off our sisters' sindoor...: Modi

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'The country that came into existence after Partition lives on hatred for India. It only wants to harm Bharat. However, India's goals are to remove poverty, bring about economic development and become a developed nation'

Indian pharma firms not copying products of Swiss cos: Goyal

Indian pharma firms not copying products of Swiss cos: Goyal

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Dismissing allegations that Indian phacosrmaceutical companies copy products of Swiss firms, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said it is a long-standing myth and India respects intellectual property rights and never steals technology from others. He said that Swiss pharmaceutical companies have not shown even a single instance that Indian companies have illegally copied any of their trademarks or patents or copyrighted technology.

Kashmiri teen makes history at World Pencak Silat C'ship

Kashmiri teen makes history at World Pencak Silat C'ship

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Aamina Zehra, a young martial artist from Srinagar, has brought pride to her hometown and country by winning a silver medal at the Pencak Silat World Championship held in Abu Dhabi.

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

RCB batting coach Karthik, who has shared the same dressing room with Kohli and has been with him since the announcement of the surprising decision, revealed the 36-year-old is enjoying the sport.

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

I was never a believer in road shows, lives of people far more important: Gautam Gambhir

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Rediff.com8 May 2025

In a strong retaliation to the Pahalgam massacre, India's armed forces early Wednesday destroyed nine terror sites including that of Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) using deep strike missiles in a 25-minute-long 'measured and non-escalatory' mission.

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

'People Mock You, Then They Follow You'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'I was body-shamed but I never let it get to me.' 'As an influencer, I wanted to show other girls that confidence matters more than size.'

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

How Bumrah's message boosted Green before surgery

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A 'special message' from India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on the eve of Cameron Green's back surgery gave the Australian all-rounder the much-needed reassurance about his decision to go under the knife.

He Quit Amazon To Make Films

He Quit Amazon To Make Films

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'You need the drishti, the experience. I am beginning to see things differently.'

'World lost a giant with a giant heart'

'World lost a giant with a giant heart'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

United States Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, expressed condolences on veteran industrialist, Ratan Tata's demise on Thursday and said that India, and the world have 'lost a giant with a giant heart'.

Brahmos was instrumental in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

Brahmos was instrumental in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that the Brahmos missile proved instrumental in Operation Sindoor and since then, more than a dozen countries have expressed interest in it.

USAID Funding To India Declines Amid Trump's Freeze

USAID Funding To India Declines Amid Trump's Freeze

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'If the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation cuts funds, there could be more impact.'

'Shubman Gill will be a mix of both Rohit and Kohli'

'Shubman Gill will be a mix of both Rohit and Kohli'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

India's new Test captain Shubman Gill is a mix of his predecessors Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli but he will be 'very much his own man' in the middle, said Jos Buttler.

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

BSE: Stock Exchange That Refused To Die

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The story of the Bombay Stock Exchange and the people who shaped its growth: From wars and bomb blasts to speculators, reformers and wealth creators.

Bazball vs Bumrah: Clash That Could Rewrite Test History

Bazball vs Bumrah: Clash That Could Rewrite Test History

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The five-match Test series against India at home is a massive test for England's 'Bazball' brand of cricket under skipper Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum.

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

India registered a hard-fought six-wicket win over arch rivals Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup.

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'Mountaineering is never 'easy'. Nothing is in your hands, you have to be prepared. That's the same for life as well.'

'India Is A Bloody Good Team'

'India Is A Bloody Good Team'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

'Representing India is not a joke.'

Shah talked about Nehru, Indira, but didn't...: Priyanka tears into govt

Shah talked about Nehru, Indira, but didn't...: Priyanka tears into govt

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched a scathing attack on the government regarding the Pahalgam terror attack, questioning intelligence failures and demanding accountability.

'Ruthless India should win Champions Trophy convincingly'

'Ruthless India should win Champions Trophy convincingly'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Former India player and coach Lalchand Rajput says this Indian team has a clear instinct that will just finish off opponents

Mandhana pushes India for T20 World Cup readiness

Mandhana pushes India for T20 World Cup readiness

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Mandhana said each tournament since the last few months has been a step towards preparation for the World T20 scheduled to be held in Bangladesh later this year.

Chirag-Satwiksairaj loses in semis at Singapore Open

Chirag-Satwiksairaj loses in semis at Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty went down fighting against Malaysia's Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in the semi-finals on Saturday.

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Someday I will summit all peaks, but right now I want to complete my BSc.'

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Gukesh suffers crushing loss against Nakamura, Erigaisi wins in Norway Chess

T20 WC: India women rout SL; keep semis hopes alive

T20 WC: India women rout SL; keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Images from the Women's T20 World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka in Dubai on Wednesday.

'Gill and Jaiswal will be future pillars for India': Ashwin

'Gill and Jaiswal will be future pillars for India': Ashwin

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

India's ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes that Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal will emerge as the future pillars in the overseas tours next month.

Got a call at 2:30 from Gen Munir: Pak PM on Nur Khan Airbase strike

Got a call at 2:30 from Gen Munir: Pak PM on Nur Khan Airbase strike

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif admitted that India's ballistic missiles hit Nur Khan Airbase and other sites on May 10, a rare acknowledgement that contradicts Pakistan's usual stance of denial when it comes to Indian military action.

Japan knock out India from Asia Mixed Team C'ship

Japan knock out India from Asia Mixed Team C'ship

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

It's a demoralising loss for especially considering Japan did not field their full-strength team, with several top players absent.

How Pakistan bounced back to down India and win 2017 CT

How Pakistan bounced back to down India and win 2017 CT

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Sarfaraz recalled how the side regrouped under the guidance of senior players like Shoaib Malik and Mohammad Hafeez, something he feels that the present Pakistan side will need too.

Hindu temple vandalised in US; India seeks stringent action

Hindu temple vandalised in US; India seeks stringent action

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

The BAPS Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, was desecrated, marking another incident targeting Hindu temples in the United States. The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) condemned the act and called for unity against hate, while the Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) demanded a thorough investigation and highlighted a pattern of such incidents in recent years.

Shah Rukh, Rajinikanth, Alia Make WAVES With Modi

Shah Rukh, Rajinikanth, Alia Make WAVES With Modi

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Bollywood's biggest stars arrived at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on May 1 to take part in the inaugural edition of World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025.

Busted Pakistani propaganda among OIC nations: Shrikant Shinde

Busted Pakistani propaganda among OIC nations: Shrikant Shinde

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

India succeeded in busting the Pakistani narrative on Operation Sindoor, particularly among the Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC) member nations, where Islamabad sought succour after carrying out terror activities across the border, Shiv Sena leader Shrikant Shinde said.

FIH Pro League: India thrash world champions Germany 3-0

FIH Pro League: India thrash world champions Germany 3-0

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

India exploited a rusty German defence, punching three goals as the Harmanpreet Singh-led side outclassed the world champions to make a winning start to the London leg of the FIH Pro Hockey League in London on Saturday.

Now, franchise-based Rugby Premier League in Mumbai

Now, franchise-based Rugby Premier League in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The world's first franchise-based rugby sevens league, the Rugby Premier League (RPL), will get under way in Mumbai in June, organisers Rugby India and GMR Sports said on Friday.

Salute India's Most Decorated Soldier

Salute India's Most Decorated Soldier

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Naib Subedar Chunni Lal is the only soldier awarded the Ashok Chakra, Vir Chakra and Sena Medal.

Complaint filed against Kamal Haasan, ban on film likely

Complaint filed against Kamal Haasan, ban on film likely

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Actor Kamal Haasan has sparked outrage in Karnataka after he said "Tamil gave birth to Kannada" at an event in Chennai. Pro-Kannada groups have staged protests across the state, demanding an apology from the actor. They have also threatened to disrupt screenings of his upcoming film "Thug Life" in Karnataka. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce is also set to discuss a possible ban on the actor.