News for 'black'

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram defeated Jorden van Foreest, while world champion D Gukesh drew against Vincent Keymer at the Prague International chess festival.

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

'Filmmaking is such a weird line of work, artistic expression and collaboration.' 'It is letting go, then holding on to something, being democratic and then being tyrannical.'

Trump's War Has Crossed Energy Rubicon. And There's No Turning Back

Trump's War Has Crossed Energy Rubicon. And There's No Turning Back

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

For weeks, the war skirted the edge of catastrophe without tipping over. Missiles flew, there was much destruction, commanders were assassinated, cities across the Gulf and even in Israel struggled to absorb the shock. But one line held: Energy infrastructure, the arteries of the global economy, remained largely untouched. That is no longer true. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Inside Jammu and Kashmir cricket's rise

Inside Jammu and Kashmir cricket's rise

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

BCCI president Mithun Manhas reflects on the journey of Jammu and Kashmir cricket, from overcoming mismanagement and corruption to reaching their first-ever Ranji Trophy final.

T20 World Cup: 'Santner Makes You Feel 10 Feet Tall And Bulletproof': Rachin Ravindra

T20 World Cup: 'Santner Makes You Feel 10 Feet Tall And Bulletproof': Rachin Ravindra

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Rachin Ravindra praised Mitchell Santner's leadership and performance after New Zealand's superb come-from-behind victory against Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup.

T20 WC Semi-Final: Unbeaten South Africa Take On Giant-Killers New Zealand

T20 WC Semi-Final: Unbeaten South Africa Take On Giant-Killers New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Unbeaten South Africa take on a dangerous New Zealand side in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Eden Gardens, with the Proteas wary of complacency in the knockout stage.

Congress Demands Apology from Kerala Health Minister Over Attack Claims

Congress Demands Apology from Kerala Health Minister Over Attack Claims

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The Congress party in Kerala has demanded an apology from Health Minister Veena George and the CPI(M) leadership for allegedly spreading false claims about an attack by KSU activists. The KPCC president alleges that the minister's claims led to violence against Congress offices and workers.

Manasa Varanasi Lives In A Romcom Until...

Manasa Varanasi Lives In A Romcom Until...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Manasa Varanasi dresses like she's permanently floating through the soft-focus frame of a rom-com dressed in florals and cottagecore. But every now and then, the Couple Friendly actress switches lanes.

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry highlights the fierce rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the historical context and the importance of adapting to conditions.

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

If the oil infrastructure is attacked by the United States, the whole area could be flooded with oil, spilling into the Persian Gulf.

T20 WC: NZ pacer Ferguson to miss Canada game

T20 WC: NZ pacer Ferguson to miss Canada game

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson has been granted parental leave and will miss the Group match against Canada.

Is Tamannaah Bhatia A Disney Princess?

Is Tamannaah Bhatia A Disney Princess?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

If Disney ever opened a casting call in India, Tamannaah Bhatia would walk in, twirl once and walk out with the contract.

Had info Cong could carry out 'unexpected act', told PM...: Birla

Had info Cong could carry out 'unexpected act', told PM...: Birla

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Speaker thanked Modi for acceding to his request and avoiding unpleasant scenes in the Lok Sabha by not coming to the House on Wednesday.

Recipe: Roopa's Vegetable Muffins With Piped Mash

Recipe: Roopa's Vegetable Muffins With Piped Mash

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Quite an exotic and fancy-looking vegetable creation by Chef Roopa Nabar.

Aravindh Chithambaram Defeats Gukesh in Prague Chess Festival

Aravindh Chithambaram Defeats Gukesh in Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Aravindh Chithambaram defeated D Gukesh at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Jorden van Foreest maintains his lead in the tournament.

Meenaakshi Is Anything But Ordinary

Meenaakshi Is Anything But Ordinary

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Meenaakshi Chaudhary has that rare fashion superpower where she can make even the most low-key outfit feel glam.

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

World Champion D Gukesh lost to Nodirbek Abdusattorov at the Prague International Chess Festival after blundering from a strong position.

Did bad weather cause air ambulance crash in Jharkhand?

Did bad weather cause air ambulance crash in Jharkhand?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fatal air ambulance crash in Jharkhand that claimed seven lives, with authorities examining weather conditions and potential technical issues.

Disha Can Make Any Romeo Drool

Disha Can Make Any Romeo Drool

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

When it comes to fashion, Disha Patani truly lives life on the edge. The O Romeo actress is fearless, experimental and easily switches from baddie to desi.

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Iranian missile hits Israeli town, 9 killed

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

An Iranian missile strike targeted the town of Beit Shemesh, located west of Jerusalem, resulting in significant casualties and structural devastation, as reported by Al Jazeera. The strike caused extensive damage earlier Sunday to several buildings, with one structure completely collapsing under the impact.

Chettinad Recipes: Kozhi Thirakkal, Kavuni Arisi Sweet

Chettinad Recipes: Kozhi Thirakkal, Kavuni Arisi Sweet

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Let's venture to deeper Tamil Nadu and sample two dishes that showcase the famous Chettinad cuisine -- a chicken curry and a rice pudding.

Uff! Disha, Bhumi Are Raising Temperatures With...

Uff! Disha, Bhumi Are Raising Temperatures With...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The bralette has officially graduated from innerwear to outerwear, and Bollywood is leading the masterclass.

Why Did Israel Kill Ali Larijani?

Why Did Israel Kill Ali Larijani?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Israel has for more than two decades and several US presidencies worked to draw the United States into a full-scale war with Iran. Having finally achieved that, the last thing it wants is Trump declaring victory and going home, as he is prone to do. Ali Larijani was the figure most capable of handing Trump a negotiated exit with something to show for it. Without Larijani, the road to an exit gets considerably narrower. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

10 Lovely Apple Recipes

10 Lovely Apple Recipes

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Apples have so many uses in cooking, from being the star of a dessert to making for inventive snacks or even a warming drink.

T20 WC Semis: Mitchell Backs NZ's India Experience Ahead of SA Clash

T20 WC Semis: Mitchell Backs NZ's India Experience Ahead of SA Clash

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell says Kiwis focus on winning 'little moments' as they prepare for South Africa semi-final showdown.

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

T20 World Cup: South Africa sink NZ, inch closer to Super 8s

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

South Africa beat New Zealand by seven wickets in T20 World Cup game in Ahmedabad.

Hindus most highly educated religious group in US: Study

Hindus most highly educated religious group in US: Study

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

A new Pew Research Center study reveals that Hindus and Jews are the most educated religious groups in the United States.

'New Zealand lost the South Africa match in Powerplays': Mitchell

'New Zealand lost the South Africa match in Powerplays': Mitchell

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell attributes their T20 World Cup defeat to South Africa to struggles in both the batting and bowling Powerplays.

86% Taxpayers Shift To New Tax Regime

86% Taxpayers Shift To New Tax Regime

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'Among corporates, about 60% of income is now reported under the new tax regime.'

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of manipulating voter rolls to divide the state, alleging a conspiracy to deprive Bengali-speaking people of their voting rights. She claims the Election Commission is complicit in deleting lakhs of names from voter lists.

Emma Stone's Oscar-Worthy Turn In Bugonia

Emma Stone's Oscar-Worthy Turn In Bugonia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Bugonia's ending, though not unexpected, is still shocking, reveals Deepa Gahlot.

World Champion Gukesh Suffers Shock Defeat At Prague Chess Festival

World Champion Gukesh Suffers Shock Defeat At Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

World Champion D Gukesh faced a surprising defeat against Jorden van Foreest at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Aravindh Chithambaram drew his game.

Kareena, Alia, Katrina Keep Valentino's Legacy Alive...

Kareena, Alia, Katrina Keep Valentino's Legacy Alive...

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The world of fashion is in mourning. Valentino Garavani, the man who turned romance into couture, has passed away at the age of 93.

Did Salman Miss Aamir, Akshay, Ajay?

Did Salman Miss Aamir, Akshay, Ajay?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

While Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar featured on Variety magazine's cover, look who gave Salman company at the red carpet launch party in Mumbai

Gukesh Held to Draw, Van Foreest Takes Lead at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh Held to Draw, Van Foreest Takes Lead at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

World champion D Gukesh was held to a draw by David Navara in the fourth round of the Prague International Chess Festival, while Jorden van Foreest took the lead with his third victory.

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting performances propelled India to a record-breaking total against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final

T20 World Cup: New Zealand storm into final with crushing win over South Africa

T20 World Cup: New Zealand storm into final with crushing win over South Africa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Kolkata's 'Knight Rider' Allen blows away South Africa, takes NZ into final

Galaxy S26 Ultra's Amazing New Features

Galaxy S26 Ultra's Amazing New Features

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Samsung is redefining smartphones with a privacy display and pro-level video.

6 Facts About The Budget You Didn't Know

6 Facts About The Budget You Didn't Know

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

With the Union Budget 2026, India's 74th, fast approaching, all eyes are once again on New Delhi's North Block as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is preparing to table it on February 1, 2026, marking her ninth Budget presentation in a row.

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.com1 Mar 2026

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.