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KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

KKR's spin threat awaits inconsistent RCB in playoff race

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form against Kolkata Knight Riders, whose in-form bowling attack has revived their IPL 2026 playoff hopes.

10 Times Nicole Kidman Stunned Us On OTT

10 Times Nicole Kidman Stunned Us On OTT

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

As Nicole Kidman delivers yet another impressive performance in the OTT series Scarpetta, we explore some of her other compelling movies and shows.

Supreme Court Prioritises Victims In Fraud Case Plea

Supreme Court Prioritises Victims In Fraud Case Plea

Rediff.com8 May 2026

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from a Dubai-based businessman seeking consolidation of 24 criminal cases against him, emphasising the need for a victim-centric judicial approach.

'If they misbehave': Trump warns Iran of resuming strikes

'If they misbehave': Trump warns Iran of resuming strikes

Rediff.com3 May 2026

US President Donald Trump stated that military strikes against Iran could resume if they 'misbehave,' even as he reviews a new proposal from Tehran aimed at ending the paused conflict.

Mudassar Aziz: 'Comedy Fascinates Me'

Mudassar Aziz: 'Comedy Fascinates Me'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'We should want Saiyaara, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Animal and Dhurandhar to coexist. Let the audience decide what they connect with.'

Did Bhavitha Attend The Met Gala In Denims?

Did Bhavitha Attend The Met Gala In Denims?

Rediff.com5 May 2026

So here's the thing about the Met Gala... the minute you think you've 'figured out' fashion, it flips the script. Enter Bhavitha Mandava -- Chanel's breakout face who has already gone viral before the Met, thanks to that now-iconic moment of her riding the New York subway in her opening look for Chanel's Metiers d'Art Show.

IPL 2026: Meet Madhav Tiwari, DC's New Match-Winner

IPL 2026: Meet Madhav Tiwari, DC's New Match-Winner

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Madhav Tiwari, a 22-year-old all-rounder from Madhya Pradesh, delivered a Player of the Match performance on his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, showcasing his talent with both bat and ball.

Akhilesh cuts ties with I-PAC for 2027 UP Polls

Akhilesh cuts ties with I-PAC for 2027 UP Polls

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The Samajwadi Party has ended its association with the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) due to a lack of funds, according to party president Akhilesh Yadav.

Sunil Chhetri Becomes Most Capped ISL Player

Sunil Chhetri Becomes Most Capped ISL Player

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Sunil Chhetri became the most capped player in Indian Super League history as Bengaluru FC beat Jamshedpur FC 1-0. Ryan Williams scored the decisive goal in the first half.

IPL 2026: Prince Yadav Stuns Virat Kohli With Lethal Inswinger!

IPL 2026: Prince Yadav Stuns Virat Kohli With Lethal Inswinger!

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Prince Yadav returned outstanding figures of 3/33 as RCB fell nine runs short of the target in the rain-curtailed match.

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Shares of One97 Communications, which operates the Paytm brand, experienced a significant jump after the company reported a consolidated profit for the January-March quarter.

Shardul Thakur Embraces 'Lord' Tag After MI's Big Win Over KKR

Shardul Thakur Embraces 'Lord' Tag After MI's Big Win Over KKR

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Shardul Thakur stars with a match-winning spell for Mumbai Indians, calling his Wankhede outing special as MI chase 221 to beat KKR in IPL 2026.

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The CBI has arrested five individuals and conducted searches across India in connection with the NEET UG paper leak case. Protests have intensified, and calls for the Education Minister's resignation have grown louder. Political parties are trading blame, and the Supreme Court is considering a plea for an overhaul of the National Testing Agency.

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Indian sports administrators have been warned against treating multi-sport events as 'paid holidays'. The ministry has also reiterated the need for videography of selection trials for transparency.

Abhishek Sharma slapped with big fine for dissent in KKR-SRH IPL clash

Abhishek Sharma slapped with big fine for dissent in KKR-SRH IPL clash

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma has been fined 25 per cent of his match fees and received a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders.

IPL 2026: 'RCB can defend title': Raina backs Bengaluru

IPL 2026: 'RCB can defend title': Raina backs Bengaluru

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the favourites to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2026. He also acknowledged Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans as strong contenders.

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

The NEET Math That Encourages Cheating

Rediff.com15 May 2026

'22 students are fighting over 35,000 seats. In that situation, when someone tells a desperate parent there is a shortcut, and the shortcut costs Rs 3 to Rs 5 lakh versus Rs 1.5 crore -- the maths is seductive.'

The Suvendu Adhikari You Must Know

The Suvendu Adhikari You Must Know

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'When I asked Suvendu about the news that Didi was going to fight in his constituency, he said, 'Aami okhaney lorbo aar okhaney okey harabo (I will contest from there and defeat her there)' This was his comment while we were standing on the truck doing our roadshow.'

IPL 2026: Pathan impressed by Kartik Sharma's spin reading skills in CSK triumph

IPL 2026: Pathan impressed by Kartik Sharma's spin reading skills in CSK triumph

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has praised young Chennai Super Kings batter Kartik Sharma for his strong performance against spin bowling. The 20-year-old played a key role in CSK's eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Avoid destination weddings, prefer online classes: Modi continues austerity push

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to adopt austerity measures, including avoiding destination weddings abroad and reducing edible oil consumption, to mitigate the impact of the West Asia crisis on India's economy.

Muralidaran: Why IPL's focus on entertainment hurts bowlers

Muralidaran: Why IPL's focus on entertainment hurts bowlers

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Muthiah Muralidaran, Sunrisers Hyderabad's spin bowling coach, explains why bowlers are struggling in the IPL, citing the changing mindset of batters and the league's focus on entertainment.

IPL 2026: 'Dropped catches cost us': Iyer slams PBKS fielding

IPL 2026: 'Dropped catches cost us': Iyer slams PBKS fielding

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledges his team's recent slump after a loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting dropped catches and missed opportunities as key factors.

How India's Young Tigresses Roared Into Asian Cup Quarters

How India's Young Tigresses Roared Into Asian Cup Quarters

Rediff.com8 May 2026

India's U-17 women's team secured a historic 4-0 victory against Lebanon, propelling them into the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup quarter-finals for the first time. Pritika Barman scored twice, fulfilling her promise to open the scoring, while Alva Devi Senjam added another goal in the crucial win.

India's Smaller Cities Pop Corks: Champagne Demand Spreads Beyond Metros

India's Smaller Cities Pop Corks: Champagne Demand Spreads Beyond Metros

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Champagne consumption in India is expanding beyond major metropolitan areas into smaller cities like Kanpur, Guwahati, and Lucknow, driven by a desire for sophisticated lifestyle declarations and a growing appreciation for the beverage.

'Vijay Hasn't Displaced The Dravidian Frame. He Has Tried To Repossess It'

'Vijay Hasn't Displaced The Dravidian Frame. He Has Tried To Repossess It'

Rediff.com13 May 2026

'Vijay did not defeat Dravidian politics from outside. He entered the Dravidian field and claimed ownership of it. 'His argument was not that the room should be destroyed. It was that the present occupants no longer deserved to remain in it.'

Shakib Al Hasan laments Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 'blunder'

Shakib Al Hasan laments Bangladesh's T20 World Cup 'blunder'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Former captain Shakib Al Hasan has criticised Bangladesh's absence from the T20 World Cup in India, calling it a 'blunder'. He also expressed hope that bilateral cricket ties could improve with future series.

The Only Pollster Who Predicted Vijay's Victory

The Only Pollster Who Predicted Vijay's Victory

Rediff.com5 May 2026

'Tamil Nadu has 42% of its population in the 18 to 39 age group. The bulk of the population in this age group voted for Vijay and women voters too voted for him in big numbers.'

'We never lost belief': Cameron Green on KKR's resurgence

'We never lost belief': Cameron Green on KKR's resurgence

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Cameron Green credits Kolkata Knight Riders' strong team culture and finding the right team combination for their recent IPL resurgence, highlighting Finn Allen's explosive batting.

Paytm Turns Profitable, Focuses On AI Integration

Paytm Turns Profitable, Focuses On AI Integration

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Fintech giant Paytm reports a consolidated profit of Rs 183 crore in Q4 FY26, marking a significant turnaround driven by its core payments business, growth in loans, and consumer-side profitability. The company is also prioritising investments in AI and has ruled out applying for an NBFC licence.

IPL 2026: How Sunrisers Hyderabad Outsmarted Punjab Kings' Batters

IPL 2026: How Sunrisers Hyderabad Outsmarted Punjab Kings' Batters

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin discusses the team's strategy to counter aggressive batting in the IPL, highlighting Pat Cummins' plan against Priyansh Arya. He also praises the contributions of other bowlers and all-rounders.

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Why Trisha's Bollywood Journey Ended Early

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'I was so busy doing Tamil and Telugu films that I didn't get time to consider Hindi films.'

From Skeletons To Human Shadows: Most Outrageous Met Gala 2026 Looks

From Skeletons To Human Shadows: Most Outrageous Met Gala 2026 Looks

Rediff.com6 May 2026

A Met Gala without bizarre, outrageous looks that'll make you do a double take is an incomplete Met Gala.

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Sack Hardik, Mahela! What Mumbai Indians MUST FIX URGENTLY

Rediff.com5 May 2026

After a disappointing IPL 2026 season, Mumbai Indians face critical decisions to rebuild their team and restore their legacy. From captaincy changes to squad adjustments, here are the key steps they must take to revive their fortunes.

'He's Batting On Another Level'

'He's Batting On Another Level'

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Sanju Samson's unbeaten 87 against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 on Tuesday, earns praise from Eoin Morgan and Aaron Finch.

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Ian Bishop decodes the Sooryavanshi storm at IPL 2026

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive batting in the IPL has caught the attention of cricket commentator Ian Bishop, who attributes the young player's success to his strong mental and technical abilities.

IPL 2026: Sundar steals show as Ashwin hails GT strategy

IPL 2026: Sundar steals show as Ashwin hails GT strategy

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the Gujarat Titans for their composed approach in their IPL victory over the Punjab Kings, highlighting their tactical brilliance and Washington Sundar's crucial innings.

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Scoring 1000 runs is a big confidence boost'

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Scoring 1000 runs is a big confidence boost'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Karnataka skipper Devdutt Padikkal expresses confidence in his team's batting lineup ahead of the Ranji Trophy final against Jammu and Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir captain Paras Dogra emphasizes his team's determination and simple approach.

Cricket Australia Eyes Big Bash League Match In India

Cricket Australia Eyes Big Bash League Match In India

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Cricket Australia is exploring the possibility of hosting a Big Bash League game in India to capitalize on the lucrative Indian market, potentially in Chennai.

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.

RBI's New Rules: BIG Changes From April 1 for OTP, Cards, Online Payments

RBI's New Rules: BIG Changes From April 1 for OTP, Cards, Online Payments

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

From April 1, 2026, the Reserve Bank of India's new authentication directions modernise how every digital payment you make must be verified -- and place the burden of security squarely on your bank, not on you.