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PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

France's perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in an entertaining Group D clash on Monday.

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Kriti Turns The Red Carpet 'Green'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The venue for the Filmfare Awards shifted to Ahmedabad last weekend, and stars dazzled on the red carpet and on stage.

Indian Parents Risk Savings For Child's Education

Indian Parents Risk Savings For Child's Education

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

For Indian parents, sending a child abroad for a three-year degree could deplete 48% of their retirement savings, while a four-year degree may consume up to 64%.

Has Gill's Run-Out Changed the Course of the Oval Test?

Has Gill's Run-Out Changed the Course of the Oval Test?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

England gained the upper hand after a rain-hit first day of the final Test against India at The Oval on Thursday

Meeting My Mother

Meeting My Mother

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

On the way out of the home, I thought, This good-hearted woman carried me for nine months and brought me safely into the world and cared for me till I grew up. How great women are!

PIX: Weather ensures thrilling fifth-day Oval finish!

PIX: Weather ensures thrilling fifth-day Oval finish!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

England had moved to within 35 runs of securing a famous victory over India when bad light and torrential rain ended an extraordinary fourth day of the final Test at The Oval on Sunday.

UP horror: Girl mauled by stray dogs, gets 17 stitches on face

UP horror: Girl mauled by stray dogs, gets 17 stitches on face

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

A 21-year-old BBA student was brutally attacked by a pack of stray dogs in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, sustaining severe injuries. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for action from local residents.

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.

Return to Bengal if harassed in BJP states: Mamata to migrant workers

Return to Bengal if harassed in BJP states: Mamata to migrant workers

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claims a Bengali-speaking woman and her child were threatened in Delhi after an alleged assault. She urges Bengali migrant workers in BJP-ruled states to return to Bengal if harassed and questions the absence of central commissions in BJP-ruled states when atrocities occur.

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

'Gambhir gave us a lot of encouragement and support'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Karun Nair was all praise for India head coach Gautam Gambhir for giving the players a "lot of encouragement and support" during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

'Test cricket could make countries bankrupt'

'Test cricket could make countries bankrupt'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'We need to make sure we invest in the right spaces to play Test cricket where it means something and has jeopardy.'

SC sets aside HC order, rules child porn an offence under POCSO, IT laws

SC sets aside HC order, rules child porn an offence under POCSO, IT laws

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

In a landmark verdict, the Supreme Court on Monday held that watching and downloading child pornography are offences under the POCSO Act and the information technology law.

Girl student, 7, killed in accident in front of her father

Girl student, 7, killed in accident in front of her father

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

A seven-year-old girl died in Palakkad, Kerala after falling from a scooter and being run over by a bus. The accident has sparked protests over poor road conditions.

Blood-soaked Saif walked into hospital with his child: Doc

Blood-soaked Saif walked into hospital with his child: Doc

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

'He is a real hero. He is doing well currently. His parameters have improved. '

'Israel Has Been Targeting Journalists'

'Israel Has Been Targeting Journalists'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'The world does not know that the families of these journalists were threatened and one by one they too have been killed.'

Your Guide To JEE, Engineering College Admissions

Your Guide To JEE, Engineering College Admissions

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, guides students on how to prepare for engineering entrance exams and secure engineering admissions.

Only Siraj Clung To Belief. He Made Magic

Only Siraj Clung To Belief. He Made Magic

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A 2-2 series result seems fair, for a 1-3 loss would have been cruelly unjust --- especially to Siraj, who bowled 185.3 overs in the series for 23 wickets and never seemed to give up belief.

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

England could have new vice-captain for Ashes

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Harry Brook could be in contention to replace Ollie Pope as Ben Stokes' deputy when England travel to Australia this winter.

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Is this medicine harmful during pregnancy? Trump links it to autism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

In contrast to Trump's strong warnings, the FDA's current position remains more measured. In a recent letter to physicians, the agency stated that "a causal relationship has not been established" between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, and acknowledged the existence of "contrary studies in the scientific literature."

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Bethell, 21, set to become England's youngest captain

Bethell, 21, set to become England's youngest captain

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Jacob Bethell has represented England in 29 matches across all formats and will lead the team in the absence of the regular Test players.

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The injury-prone Bumrah played the first, third and fourth Tests in the Anderson-Tendulkar five-match series, skipping two matches with Mohammed Siraj leading the pace-bowling attack.

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

SEBI's blockbuster reforms are rewriting the rules of mutual fund investing -- faster growth, sharper transparency, and smarter safeguards that put investors first, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.

EPL PIX: Fulham hold United; Everton down Brighton

EPL PIX: Fulham hold United; Everton down Brighton

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Fulham held visitors Manchester United to a 1-1 draw in the Premier League on Sunday.

Who's Ahead? It's Too Close To Call

Who's Ahead? It's Too Close To Call

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Drama in the most dramatic of series isn't over yet!

PIX: Siraj, Akash Deep Put India Back In Command

PIX: Siraj, Akash Deep Put India Back In Command

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Siraj's six-wicket haul helps India stay ahead on bizarre day three of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.

Siraj overtakes Bhuvneshwar, targets Bumrah's record

Siraj overtakes Bhuvneshwar, targets Bumrah's record

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Mohammed Siraj added another milestone to his growing Test resum by becoming only the second Indian bowler to take 20 or more wickets in a Test series in England

There is a method to his madness: Root on Brook's ton

There is a method to his madness: Root on Brook's ton

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Root said that it is amazing being a "second fiddle" to Brook and watching his fine shotmaking from the "best seat in the house".

England pick spin-heavy squad for women's World Cup

England pick spin-heavy squad for women's World Cup

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Former captain Heather Knight was on Thursday named in a 15-member England squad for the upcoming ICC Women's World Cup and the duo of Sarah Glenn and Danni Wyatt-Hodge also returned to the side after missing the recent series against India.

Is Arundhati Roy Scared Of The Really Powerful?

Is Arundhati Roy Scared Of The Really Powerful?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Arundhati Roy is like a ballerina performing on a high wire, cool, supremely at ease but conscious of all the adoring eyes on her,' notes P Vijaya Kumar.

'It's Time We Purge This Filth'

'It's Time We Purge This Filth'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'The fear of social stigma and career sabotage has kept a lid on the dark underbelly of many professions and unfortunately, the film industry has its skeletons too.' 'It's imperative we make our working environment safe and comfortable for women.'

Subjecting child to corporal punishment not part of education: HC

Subjecting child to corporal punishment not part of education: HC

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Being small does not make a child a less human being than a grown up, the court observed.

Here's why Prasidh riled up 'good mate' Joe Root...

Here's why Prasidh riled up 'good mate' Joe Root...

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

India pacer Prasidh Krishna relished the banter with 'good mate' Joe Root on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test, and said riling up England's batting mainstay was part of the team's plans.

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Gill eclipses Gavaskar's long-standing record!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Firmly establishing his credentials in the longest format of the game, India skipper Shubman Gill on Thursday reached a significant milestone, surpassing the legendary Sunil Gavaskar's 47-year-old record for most runs by an Indian captain in a Test series.

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

'Make them feel hell': Kohli's words that made history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

On this day in 2021, batting maestro Virat Kohli delivered his iconic speech during the team hurdle, "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there."

'Jaiswal Is A Good Player, But...'

'Jaiswal Is A Good Player, But...'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'There's a bit of uncertainty and maybe a lack of confidence creeping into Jaiswal's game.'

12,432 Men Benefited From Maharashtra Laadki Bahin Scheme

12,432 Men Benefited From Maharashtra Laadki Bahin Scheme

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Erroneous payments were made to 77,980 women and 12,431 men, many of whom did not qualify for the scheme's benefits.

What Janhvi Wants In Her Man

What Janhvi Wants In Her Man

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

And it's not what you expect!

5 Learnings For India From England Tests

5 Learnings For India From England Tests

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

While the young Indian team showed great resolve to earn a creditable draw in England, the series exposed several weaknesses that need urgent attention.

'You Don't Know If The Rebellion Will Be Successful'

'You Don't Know If The Rebellion Will Be Successful'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'It is daunting, for sure, because you're rowing upstream.'