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F1 leader George Russell puts Mercedes on pole for China sprint race

F1 leader George Russell puts Mercedes on pole for China sprint race

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

George Russell led every phase of the session at the Shanghai circuit to take his first career sprint pole in a time of one minute, 31.520 seconds.

Everyday Heroine: 'My Amma, My Real-Life Superwoman'

Everyday Heroine: 'My Amma, My Real-Life Superwoman'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'My Amma taught me how important it is to understand people, to care about our community and to spend time with underprivileged children so that even a small moment of happiness can be shared with them,' says Rediff reader Zohra Ehsan Ashraf.

TDP MP and Ex-MLA Detained After Hyderabad Farmhouse Drug Raid

TDP MP and Ex-MLA Detained After Hyderabad Farmhouse Drug Raid

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A TDP MP and former BRS MLA were among those detained after a drug raid at a farmhouse in Moinabad, Hyderabad. Some individuals tested positive for drug consumption, and a businessman was detained for allegedly firing a weapon.

TDP MP and Former MLA Detained After Drug Bust at Hyderabad Farmhouse

TDP MP and Former MLA Detained After Drug Bust at Hyderabad Farmhouse

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A TDP MP and former BRS MLA were among those detained following a drug bust at a farmhouse in Moinabad near Hyderabad. Some individuals tested positive for drug consumption, and a businessman was arrested for allegedly firing a weapon.

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in a US-Israeli attack, sparking celebrations in Iran and raising questions about the future of the regime.

Why Is Putin Celebrating Christmas Now?

Why Is Putin Celebrating Christmas Now?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

President Vladimir Putin attended an early Wednesday Russian Orthodox Christmas service and hailed his troops' 'holy mission' to defend Russia, pairing the ceremony with a holiday address on unity, charity and support for the armed forces.

PM Modi's message for Team India after historic triumph

PM Modi's message for Team India after historic triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

'This victory also tells us that with hard work in the right direction, every goal can be achieved.'

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

Mithali Raj: Indian Cricket's Global Dominance Dream Realised

Mithali Raj: Indian Cricket's Global Dominance Dream Realised

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Mithali Raj expresses her joy at seeing Indian cricket teams, including men's, women's, and junior sides, achieve significant global success, marking a period of dominance.

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

T20 World Cup: 'Kerala-Punjabi bond': Samson on Abhishek partnership

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.

Family Demands Justice After Holi Clash Claims Life of Delhi Digital Marketing Student

Family Demands Justice After Holi Clash Claims Life of Delhi Digital Marketing Student

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old man, Tarun, died following a clash during Holi celebrations in Delhi's Uttam Nagar. His family is demanding strict action against the accused, stating the incident was triggered by a minor dispute.

Gaganjeet Bhullar Triumphs At IGPL Invitational Chandigarh

Gaganjeet Bhullar Triumphs At IGPL Invitational Chandigarh

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar successfully defended his title at the IGPL Invitational Chandigarh, overcoming a four-shot deficit to claim his fourth IGPL victory.

Predict The Oscar 2026 Winners!

Predict The Oscar 2026 Winners!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Make your Oscar predictions, and see them come true on Hollywood's biggest awards night.

Rahul Dravid credits Team India's success to talent, infrastructure, fans

Rahul Dravid credits Team India's success to talent, infrastructure, fans

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Former India captain Rahul Dravid attributes the nation's recent cricketing success to the realisation of its immense potential, supported by strong infrastructure, talented players, and passionate fans.

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Education Now Travels On Wheels

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Run by the government, these mobile schools ensure that the children of the Agariya salt workers -- who migrate for months through the Little Rann of Kutch to harvest salt under extreme conditions -- don't miss out on their education.

Delhi Police Cracks Down on Social Media Rumours in Uttam Nagar Murder Case

Delhi Police Cracks Down on Social Media Rumours in Uttam Nagar Murder Case

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Delhi Police has initiated legal action against social media accounts spreading rumours and misleading content related to the Uttam Nagar murder case, including a viral video seeking financial donations. Authorities have frozen a suspect bank account containing nearly Rs 37 lakh and are working with social media platforms to remove inflammatory content.

T20 World Cup: 'Baahubali, O Shera... songs lifted India after SA loss'

T20 World Cup: 'Baahubali, O Shera... songs lifted India after SA loss'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav reveals how a video montage and a positive team environment helped India overcome setbacks and win the T20 World Cup.

Kerala to Honour Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Heroics

Kerala to Honour Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Heroics

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mithali Raj, Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, Honoured With BCCI Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

India's cricketing greats Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj were honoured with BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The cricketing world hailed India after their dominant 96-run win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, with legends praising the team's power-packed batting and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance.

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

'I Would Like To Do My Gareeb Films'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'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.'

Speeding Car Injures Wedding Revellers in Jaipur

Speeding Car Injures Wedding Revellers in Jaipur

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A speeding car rammed into a wedding procession in Jaipur, India, injuring approximately a dozen people. The driver reportedly lost control while attempting to overtake another vehicle.

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Mehendi Pix

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Mehendi Pix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda delighted fans by sharing intimate photos from their vibrant mehendi and Pradhanam ceremony.

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Three Drown in Hooghly River After Dol Bathing

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Three people drowned and one went missing in the Hooghly river in West Bengal after bathing following Dol celebrations. The incident occurred at Balaram Sarkar Ghat in Bhatpara.

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Kerala Government Plans Official Reception for T20 World Cup Hero Sanju Samson

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

25 Years Of Kolkata Test: V V S Laxman Recalls 'Forever Special' Stand With Dravid

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.

Priyanka's Thanksgiving Celebrations

Priyanka's Thanksgiving Celebrations

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Priyanka Chopra took a short break from work and returned to Los Angeles to celebrate Thanksgiving with husband Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie.

Two Die in Ferozepur Clash Following Children's Argument

Two Die in Ferozepur Clash Following Children's Argument

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Two people were killed in a violent clash in Ferozepur after a minor argument between children escalated. Police are investigating the incident.

Delhi Police Arrest Another Suspect in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing

Delhi Police Arrest Another Suspect in Uttam Nagar Holi Killing

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested another suspect in connection with the killing of a 26-year-old man during a clash between two families in Uttam Nagar on Holi. A total of seven people have been arrested and a minor apprehended. Stringent provisions of the SC/ST Act have been invoked.

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Railway Technician's Death in Kanpur Under Investigation

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A 28-year-old railway technician was found dead in her rented accommodation in Kanpur, India. Police recovered a suicide note and are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Telugu Actor Allu Sirish to Wed Nayanika on March 6

Telugu Actor Allu Sirish to Wed Nayanika on March 6

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Telugu actor Allu Sirish will wed Nayanika on March 6, with pre-wedding festivities starting on March 2.

Haryana's Vasant Utsav: A Blend of Culture, Nature, and Environmental Awareness

Haryana's Vasant Utsav: A Blend of Culture, Nature, and Environmental Awareness

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the 38th 'Vasant Utsav' in Panchkula, highlighting the state's commitment to culture, nature, and environmental conservation through various initiatives.

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

IPL 2026: Harbhajan Singh wishes to see a new champion this season

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has expressed excitement ahead of the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), saying the tournament always brings energy, passion and unpredictable results.

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Why Venezuela Did Not Celebrate Maduro's Fall

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Years of repression and disappearances have taught Venezuelans, the hard way, not to voice either their anger or their joy, observes Radha Roy Biswas who spent her formative years in Venezuela.

Man Dies After Holi Clash in Delhi's Uttam Nagar

Man Dies After Holi Clash in Delhi's Uttam Nagar

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A 26-year-old man died following a clash between two families in Delhi's Uttam Nagar during Holi celebrations, reportedly triggered by a water balloon incident.

How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

How Shivam Dube Opted for a Train Journey After T20 World Cup Victory

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube, fresh from his T20 World Cup victory, travelled by train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai to be with his family, avoiding fully booked flights and potential fan frenzy.

T20 World Cup: Sachin's Viral Post After Samson's Final Blitz

T20 World Cup: Sachin's Viral Post After Samson's Final Blitz

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Sachin Tendulkar praised the Indian cricket team's performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, highlighting key contributions from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson.

Over 500 LPG Cylinders Vanish from Truck in Jhansi Amid Holi Festivities

Over 500 LPG Cylinders Vanish from Truck in Jhansi Amid Holi Festivities

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

More than 500 filled LPG cylinders were allegedly stolen from a truck in Jhansi during the Holi festival, according to police reports.

Critics Silenced! Abhishek's 18-Ball Fifty in T20 World Cup Final

Critics Silenced! Abhishek's 18-Ball Fifty in T20 World Cup Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Abhishek Sharma played a memorable innings in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final, smashing a half-century in just 18 balls, providing India with early momentum.