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'We could have done the basics right': Pant slams LSG's bowlers

'We could have done the basics right': Pant slams LSG's bowlers

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant believes his bowlers could have done the basics better at the back end as the target of 210 was defendable.

SC notice to BJP's Assam unit over 'Muslim takeover' video on X

SC notice to BJP's Assam unit over 'Muslim takeover' video on X

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The application sought direction for 'X' to take down the video immediately to prevent further communal disharmony.

Will it be Tejashwi vs Prashant Kishor? Jan Suraaj chief drops big hint

Will it be Tejashwi vs Prashant Kishor? Jan Suraaj chief drops big hint

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

"I am going to Raghopur to get feedback from the people of the constituency, which wants an end to the supremacy of one family. Before Tejashwi Yadav, a second-term MLA, his father Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi had represented that seat. Yet, it is crying for basic amenities," alleged Kishor.

'Too Many Controversies Under Gambhir'

'Too Many Controversies Under Gambhir'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'Many things that are happening are not good for Indian cricket.'

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rohit, Virat not in scheme for 2027 World Cup?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There are three aspects of the decision taken jointly by Agarkar and Gambhir with the blessings of someone very powerful in Indian cricket ecosystem. First, they are on same page that both Rohit and Virat Kohli aren't exactly in their scheme of things for the 2027 World Cup.

From Gujarat To Global Stage: Modi's 25 Year Journey

From Gujarat To Global Stage: Modi's 25 Year Journey

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'I disagree with much of Modi's politics, but it cannot be denied that in these years in office, he has carved more than a niche for himself in history,' points out Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay, author, Narendra Modi: The Man, The Times.

PIX: Sublime Jaiswal propels India to 318 for 2 on Day 1

PIX: Sublime Jaiswal propels India to 318 for 2 on Day 1

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and West Indies in New Delhi on Friday.

IAF's vintage aircraft in flypast on Air Force Day

IAF's vintage aircraft in flypast on Air Force Day

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh also decided to bring back another vintage symbol of the IAF, the 1967 Ford Saloon car, for the Air Force Day celebrations at Hindon Air Base, Ghaziabad.

'...we need a good start but we need a better finish'

'...we need a good start but we need a better finish'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'I think we have got a very settled batting lineup. Would not like to shuffle it around too much but when the need arises, you know we are flexible about it.'

RBI in no hurry to launch digital currency nationwide

RBI in no hurry to launch digital currency nationwide

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is in no rush to launch the central bank digital currency (CBDC) nationwide, as its most promising use case - cross-border payments - depends on other countries rolling out their own CBDCs simultaneously for the system to work effectively. That said, the CBDC pilot is progressing well, with the user base in India expanding to about seven million, said RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar.

Don't demean Hindu society: SC on Hindu Succession Act

Don't demean Hindu society: SC on Hindu Succession Act

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has observed that it would move cautiously while examining challenges to provisions of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, and that it would be wary of shattering the Hindu social structure and its basic tenets that have been in existence for thousands of years.

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

How To Save Money Under New Tax Regime

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Most think tax-saving deductions exist only in the old regime. But the New one quietly retains 40+ ways to ease your tax load

Provident Fund Problems? Your Qs Answered

Provident Fund Problems? Your Qs Answered

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

EPF: How To Withdraw Smart, Protect Your Corpus

EPF: How To Withdraw Smart, Protect Your Corpus

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

When and how you can access EPF money before retirement without jeopardising your long-term retirement savings.

Inspired by Jadeja, Harsh Dubey dreams of playing for India

Inspired by Jadeja, Harsh Dubey dreams of playing for India

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Harsh Dubey wants to represent India but the Vidarbha spin bowling all-rounder is in no hurry to don the national team jersey.

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Has Vijay Changed After Karur Stampede?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Vijay, despite the loud message from his delayed arrival at the road-show/stampede venue, and more so his continued inaccessibility for fans-turned-cadres after graduating from a super-star to a political party leader with electoral ambitions, refuses to change. Or, so it seems, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Asia Cup victory best reply to Pakistan's sledging: Tilak

Asia Cup victory best reply to Pakistan's sledging: Tilak

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Winning the Asia Cup was the "best reply" to an aggressive opposition, middle-order batter Tilak Varma said.

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Gaming and cyber security experts suggest how kids and parents can stay aware to fight the growing threats and miscreants who act from behind the screen.

Maxwell eyes comeback for India T20Is after surgery

Maxwell eyes comeback for India T20Is after surgery

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Australian star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is hopeful of regaining fitness in time for the latter half of the upcoming T20 International series against India after undergoing surgery on his fractured right wrist.

Everyone has right to express emotions: Pak skipper

Everyone has right to express emotions: Pak skipper

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

I won't stop anyone from expressing emotions as long as it is not disrespectful: Pak captain Agha

'No contact since his arrest': Wangchuk's wife moves SC

'No contact since his arrest': Wangchuk's wife moves SC

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Gitanjali Angmo, wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, has filed a plea in the Supreme Court seeking his release from detention under the National Security Act. Wangchuk was detained following protests in Ladakh. The plea challenges his detention and alleges violations of due process.

PF, LTA, GST: Tax Tips YOU Must Know

PF, LTA, GST: Tax Tips YOU Must Know

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries

Don't know his condition: Wangchuk's wife writes to Prez

Don't know his condition: Wangchuk's wife writes to Prez

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

The wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has appealed to President Droupadi Murmu for his release from jail, alleging a witch-hunt and expressing concern for his well-being after his detention following violent clashes in Ladakh.

'Excited to play against Bumrah, Pandya'

'Excited to play against Bumrah, Pandya'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

UAE batter Alishan Sharafu hailed the quality of India's players ahead of their Asia Cup opening match in Dubai on Wednesday.

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'It was from him I learnt that if you gave the student the freedom to find his own path, he would be more courageous to experiment.'

4 Reasons To Buy THIS Illness Insurance

4 Reasons To Buy THIS Illness Insurance

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

When illness strikes, this cover cushions the fall -- guarding health, finances, and the family's fragile future

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'

Rosatom To Expand Non-Nuclear Footprint In India

Rosatom To Expand Non-Nuclear Footprint In India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Extending its nuclear power plant supply relationship with India to the non-nuclear sector, Russia's integrated atomic power major Rosatom State Corporation is in talks for a 50:50 additive technology joint venture.

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan is uncomfortable with the Indian presence in Afghanistan. They want the Taliban to ensure that there is no Indian presence in Afghanistan.'

Darjeeling landslides: What went wrong?

Darjeeling landslides: What went wrong?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Historically, October has seen some of the worst landslide events in Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas.

'Police told Vijay to stop ahead of venue due to overcrowding, but...'

'Police told Vijay to stop ahead of venue due to overcrowding, but...'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The Tamil Nadu government released video clippings showing violations of norms at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur, claiming the crowd size more than doubled, causing hardships and leading to a stampede.

Check Out Sara Gurpal's Wanderlust Styles

Check Out Sara Gurpal's Wanderlust Styles

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

From traditional suits to bomber jackets and solid coloured bralettes, Sara Gurpal's candid and well-curated looks have an instant youth appeal.

Home Loans: Banks Roll Out Festive Offers

Home Loans: Banks Roll Out Festive Offers

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Do exhaustive research and then select the one that best fits your budget and requirements.'

Industrial output grows 4% in August

Industrial output grows 4% in August

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The country's industrial production grew at 4 per cent in August, mainly due to better performance by the mining sector, according to government data released on Monday.

'Gambhir has brought Spartan mentality to Indian team'

'Gambhir has brought Spartan mentality to Indian team'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Varun Chakravarthy said head coach Gautam Gambhir has instilled in the Indian team a mentality that leaves no room for mediocrity and where losing is not an option.

'Spineless hypocrites': Taliban's 'male-only' presser sparks row

'Spineless hypocrites': Taliban's 'male-only' presser sparks row

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The opposition on Saturday termed the absence of female journalists from a press conference of visiting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi "unacceptable" and an "insult to women", and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence in the face of such discrimination exposes the "emptiness" of his slogans on Nari Shakti.

Trump's tariffs hurting India, causing job loss: Tharoor

Trump's tariffs hurting India, causing job loss: Tharoor

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor says US tariffs are negatively impacting India, leading to job losses, and criticizes President Trump's diplomatic behavior.

SC seeks Centre's response on Wangchuk's detention

SC seeks Centre's response on Wangchuk's detention

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre and Union Territory of Ladakh regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act. Wangchuk's wife filed a plea seeking his release. The court has scheduled the next hearing for October 14.

Tempted By GST Car Deals? Brake And Research!

Tempted By GST Car Deals? Brake And Research!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'Some buyers get carried away by festival offers and purchase higher variants or larger vehicles than they truly need, which impacts running cost and long-term affordability.'

Primatologist and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall dies at 91

Primatologist and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall dies at 91

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Her research legacy laid the foundation for modern primatology: in Gombe Stream National Park, she discovered that chimpanzees can form lasting social bonds and use basic tools. Goodall also found that, like humans, primates experience emotions such as joy, fear, empathy, and grief.