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HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers pip Shrachi Bengal Tigers

HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers pip Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers register 2-1 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers, move to 2nd spot in men's HIL

CSK should look at riding Sarfaraz's purple patch: Ashwin

CSK should look at riding Sarfaraz's purple patch: Ashwin

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

"CSK should look at riding his purple patch by slotting him into Playing XII": Ashwin on Sarfaraz Khan's incredible form in domestic cricket

Battles To Do Your Household Chores

Battles To Do Your Household Chores

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

'Instant home services act as an on-demand household support system, bridging the gap between informal domestic help and structured service platforms,'

Why Bethell Credits IPL Stint For Ashes Glory

Why Bethell Credits IPL Stint For Ashes Glory

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Young England batter Jacob Bethell said his stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL helped him cope with the pressure of making his Ashes debut at the MCG.

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Tamil Nadu bets big on India's first full-stack sovereign AI park

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The sovereign AI park will be a first-of-its-kind, purpose-built district in India, integrating AI compute infrastructure, secure data frameworks, model research labs, and AI innovation clusters, along with a dedicated institute for AI in governance.

HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Tigers down Soorma Club

HIL: Defending champions Shrachi Tigers down Soorma Club

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

HIL Women: Shrachi Bengal Tigers edge past Ranchi Royals

Suspected Nipah virus cases detected in Bengal; 2 nurses critical

Suspected Nipah virus cases detected in Bengal; 2 nurses critical

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Two suspected cases of Nipah virus have been detected in West Bengal, prompting a national outbreak response team to be deployed. The central government is providing full support to the state.

Karur stampede: Vijay quizzed for 6 hours by CBI; to be called again

Karur stampede: Vijay quizzed for 6 hours by CBI; to be called again

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The CBI took over the case from an SIT following a Supreme Court order, and the investigating agency has been gathering evidence relating to the stampede that occurred during a political meeting addressed by Vijay on September 27, 2025 in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The incident had left 41 dead and more than 60 injured.

KKR release Mustafizur on BCCI instruction

KKR release Mustafizur on BCCI instruction

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

KKR acquired the left-arm pacer for Rs 9.20 crore (Rs 92 million) at last month's IPL mini auction in Abu Dhabi, making him the most expensive Bangladeshi player in IPL history.

Fizz Removal: 'No Pressure From Centre On BCCI'

Fizz Removal: 'No Pressure From Centre On BCCI'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Asked about the reason behind the move, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said, 'It's because of recent developments across the border.'

'Dhoni, My Brother From Another Mother'

'Dhoni, My Brother From Another Mother'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'He knows what you are good at, and he wants you for that reason. He does not want you to try to do anything or be anybody else.'

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'My next aim is to go past 2700.'

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy is set to make his Twenty20 World Cup debut next month after being picked in the 15-member squad led by Mitchell Santner.

10 Overs, 123 Runs! CSK Recruit Sets New Record

10 Overs, 123 Runs! CSK Recruit Sets New Record

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Aman Khan concedes record 123 as Jharkhand dominate Puducherry.

Bangladesh to suspend IPL broadcast?

Bangladesh to suspend IPL broadcast?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

'The BCB announced the schedule for India's tour of Bangladesh because there was a sense of positivity but now we need to get an official confirmation from the Indian board as to why Mustafizur's contract was cancelled.'

Shootout drama as JSW Soorma edge Hyderabad Toofans

Shootout drama as JSW Soorma edge Hyderabad Toofans

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

JSW Soorma Club registered a thrilling 3-1 shootout victory against Hyderabad Toofans after a 1-1 stalemate in the regulation time in their men's Hockey India League (HIL) match in Chennai on Friday.

Housing sales dip 1% last year in top 8 cities: Knight Frank

Housing sales dip 1% last year in top 8 cities: Knight Frank

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Housing sales fell 1 per cent last year to over 3.48 lakh units across eight major cities, with demand stagnating amid an average price rise of up to 19 per cent, according to Knight Frank. In a virtual press conference on Wednesday, real estate consultant Knight Frank India noted that the decline in interest rates on home loans, strong economic growth and lower inflation were some of the key factors that helped in sustaining the housing demand during the 2025 calendar year despite fears of an impending correction.

'A Number Of Stories Die Within You'

'A Number Of Stories Die Within You'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'I feel this initiative will help makers like me to tell a lot of stories. I feel very sorry that it's happening so late. If it had happened 10 years ago, I would have told 10 or 12 more stories.'

Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman is unlikely to receive any financial compensation after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on the instructions of the BCCI, despite having no role in the circumstances that led to the termination of his contract.

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcast in retaliation

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcast in retaliation

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'In this situation, until further notice, it is requested by order to stop the broadcasting/telecasting of all matches and programs of the Indian Premier League (IPL).'

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Afghanistan will begin their World Cup campaign against New Zealand on February 8 in Chennai.

Vijay meets Karur victims' kin at Chennai resort, assures all help

Vijay meets Karur victims' kin at Chennai resort, assures all help

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Actor-politician Vijay met the families of the Karur stampede victims in Mahabalipuram, assuring them of monetary and educational support.

From Yellow to Purple: Pathirana's emotional CSK goodbye

From Yellow to Purple: Pathirana's emotional CSK goodbye

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders made a statement at the IPL auction by securing Sri Lanka's tearaway quick Matheesha Pathirana for Rs18 crore.

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'Four other teams bid for him and KKR outbid everyone, that is a different story. And if he was included in the auction, it was BCCI's call. Removing a player will not make any difference...'

Dragons stave off Soorma fightback to go top of HIL

Dragons stave off Soorma fightback to go top of HIL

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of men's HIL with 3-2 win over JSW Soorma

9 migrant workers killed in Chennai building collapse

9 migrant workers killed in Chennai building collapse

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Nine migrant workers died after an under-construction building collapsed at the Ennore thermal power station in Chennai. Authorities have responded, and compensation has been announced for the families of the deceased.

KKR snap up Cameron Green for a record 25.20 crore!

KKR snap up Cameron Green for a record 25.20 crore!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Green was the third most highest run-getter in IPL 2023.

Neesham vows NZ won't repeat T20 World Cup mistakes

Neesham vows NZ won't repeat T20 World Cup mistakes

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'We've rectified that and we've got a good series against a strong team getting into the World Cup.'

Big Money Doesn't Guarantee IPL Success

Big Money Doesn't Guarantee IPL Success

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The IPL consistently rewards smart squad building, tactical flexibility, and balanced team composition over individual star power. So what exactly are franchises paying for when the bidding war begins?

Russell's hat-trick powers HIL GC to dramatic win over SG Pipers

Russell's hat-trick powers HIL GC to dramatic win over SG Pipers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

New Zealander Kane Russell struck a hat-trick, including a late penalty corner conversion, to help HIL GC edge past SG Pipers 3-2 in a thrilling men's Hockey India League match in Chennai on Monday.

'Bad neighbours' can't seek water: Jaishankar's warning to Pak

'Bad neighbours' can't seek water: Jaishankar's warning to Pak

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserts India's right to defend against terrorism from 'bad neighbours' while highlighting India's support for friendly nations.

Ashwin hails Varun, Abhishek as India's game-changers

Ashwin hails Varun, Abhishek as India's game-changers

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'From an Indian perspective, Varun Chakravarthy is the bowler of the year for me.'

I couldn't stop crying: IPL's new teen 'crorepati'

I couldn't stop crying: IPL's new teen 'crorepati'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Kartik quick to acknowledge those who helped him reach the big stage.

Squash World Cup: India blank Brazil, meet SA in quarters

Squash World Cup: India blank Brazil, meet SA in quarters

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Already through to the quarter-finals, hosts India blanked debutants Brazil 4-0 in their final Pool B match of the Squash World Cup in Chennai on Thursday.

IPL Auction: 'KKR will surely target Cameron Green'

IPL Auction: 'KKR will surely target Cameron Green'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan feels Australia all-rounder Cameron Green will attract strong interest from teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings at Tuesday's Indian Premier League 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi.

Did CSK miss a trick on Cameron Green?

Did CSK miss a trick on Cameron Green?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Green was acquired by the Kolkata-based franchise for a record Rs 25.20 crore, making him the most expensive overseas signing in IPL history.

Uncapped Veer, Kartik break record at IPL auction

Uncapped Veer, Kartik break record at IPL auction

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Pacer Avesh Khan held the previous record for most expensive uncapped Indian player, who was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 10 crores in IPL 2022.

SEE: Sarfaraz 'lucky to have chance to play with Mahi Bhai'

SEE: Sarfaraz 'lucky to have chance to play with Mahi Bhai'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Sarfaraz last featured in the IPL in 2023, turning out for Delhi Capitals in a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He failed to attract bidders in the auctions that followed, despite consistently strong returns in domestic cricket.

Mustafizur Rahman becomes IPL's costliest Bangladeshi

Mustafizur Rahman becomes IPL's costliest Bangladeshi

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders made history at the IPL 2026 mini auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday by securing Bangladesh pace ace Mustafizur Rahman for Rs 9.20 crore

AIADMK, BJP begin preliminary talks for 2026 TN polls

AIADMK, BJP begin preliminary talks for 2026 TN polls

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

NDA constituents AIADMK and BJP have started preliminary discussions for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Key leaders from both parties met to discuss strategies to defeat the DMK government and strengthen their alliance.