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Devdutt Padikkal Shares Insights On Galle Pitch After Maiden Test Century

Devdutt Padikkal Shares Insights On Galle Pitch After Maiden Test Century

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Indian batter Devdutt Padikkal, after scoring a magnificent maiden Test century against Sri Lanka in Galle, discussed the "slowish" nature of the wicket. He noted that the pitch aided left-handed batters against left-arm spinners and started turning significantly after the third day, contributing to India's 165-run victory.

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

'No Words Could Normalise Things': Coach on Treesa-Gayatri's Historic World Championships Medal

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Indian doubles coach B Sumeeth Reddy discusses the emotional journey and struggles of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who secured a historic bronze medal at the Badminton World Championships. He highlights their contrasting personalities, improved rotation, and resilience in overcoming injuries to achieve this significant milestone.

India Aims For Gold At Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

India Aims For Gold At Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com26 Jul 2026

Top-seeded India enters the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships as strong favourites for the men's team title, featuring seasoned players like G. Sathiyan. While facing tough competition from Australia and England in the men's event, and Singapore in the women's, India's women's team will compete without star player Manika Batra. The tournament, hosted in New Delhi, includes 23 men's and 18 women's teams, offering a record prize money of USD 110,000.

Fashion Quick Commerce Gets Festive Boost

Fashion Quick Commerce Gets Festive Boost

Rediff.com7 days ago

Qcom platforms are prioritising convenience, selection, AI-driven inventory planning and loyalty rewards over deep discounting.

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold With 8-Inch Super Actua Flex Display, 4,806 mAh Battery

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Google has added a new foldable to its premium Pixel line-up. The handset combines an expansive 8-inch Super Actua Flex display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Tensor G6 processing, a triple rear camera system.

Why Are Thousands of GST Appeals Pending?

Why Are Thousands of GST Appeals Pending?

Rediff.com7 days ago

GSTAT has crossed 75,000 filings but disposed of only 83 cases, highlighting the huge backlog facing India's new GST appeals tribunal.

15 Movies To Watch Before Avengers: Doomsday

15 Movies To Watch Before Avengers: Doomsday

Rediff.com5 days ago

Marvel has unveiled its list of essential movies and one show to watch before the highly anticipated Avengers: Doomsday.

Why Jennifer Winget's Wedding Gown Was So Special

Why Jennifer Winget's Wedding Gown Was So Special

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Karleo shares the story behind Jennifer Winget's wedding gown, revealing how over 3,000 hours of craftsmanship, intricate Indian embroidery, Victorian lace and heartfelt personal touches, including a tribute to her beloved dogs, came together to create a memorable bridal look.

Sebi streamlines FPI onboarding, allows digitally signed Power of Attorney

Sebi streamlines FPI onboarding, allows digitally signed Power of Attorney

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

India's capital markets regulator, Sebi, has simplified the onboarding process for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) by permitting them to submit a digitally signed Power of Attorney (PoA) to their custodians, eliminating the need for notarisation or apostillisation.

Mayank Chakraborty Joins Leaders In Asian Junior Chess Championship

Mayank Chakraborty Joins Leaders In Asian Junior Chess Championship

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

GM-elect Mayank Chakraborty defeated Jaiveer Mahendru to join IM Artem Pingin and FM Sharnarthi Viresh in the lead at the Asian Junior Open Classical Chess Championship. In the Girls' Championship, WCM Shohradova Leyla and WFM Pratitee Bordoloi maintained their joint lead after a draw, with the tournament heading for an exciting finish.

Badminton Worlds: PV Sindhu's sixth World Championships medal bid ends in quarters

Badminton Worlds: PV Sindhu's sixth World Championships medal bid ends in quarters

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Former world No. 1 PV Sindhu bowed out of the BWF Badminton World Championships in New Delhi on Thursday after losing to China's Wang Zhi Yi in the Round of 16.

Vidit Reveals what Gukesh must fix before title defence

Vidit Reveals what Gukesh must fix before title defence

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi discusses D Gukesh's mental strength challenge for his World Championship defence against Javokhir Sindarov, highlighting Gukesh's recent inconsistent form. Vidit also assesses India's strong prospects for the upcoming Chess Olympiad, praising the form of players like Praggnanandhaa, Erigaisi, and Sarin, while cautioning against overconfidence. He also reflects on his Arjuna Award and the need for better organisation in chess formats.

'India's First Substantive Judicial Engagement With AI'

'India's First Substantive Judicial Engagement With AI'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

The judgment is India's first to examine AI companies' use of copyrighted works for foundation models, setting an analytical framework for Section 52 of the Copyright Act.

Top Seeds Face Early Challenges At Asian Junior Classical Chess

Top Seeds Face Early Challenges At Asian Junior Classical Chess

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

The Asian Junior Classical Championship in Mumbai saw top seed Mayank Chakraborty win his opening match, while other leading contenders Vignesh Advaith Vemula and Akhilbay Imangali were held to draws. The girls' section witnessed several upsets, with lower-rated players securing draws or victories against higher-rated opponents. The tournament features a strong field of 85 players from nine federations, including International Masters and FIDE Masters.

FIA Praises Indian Prodigy Atiqa Mir's Motorsport Talent

FIA Praises Indian Prodigy Atiqa Mir's Motorsport Talent

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

The world motorsport body FIA has strongly endorsed 11-year-old Indian racer Atiqa Mir, highlighting her as a rising star redefining the future of the sport. Atiqa, the first Indian backed by the F1 Academy, has achieved significant success in European karting series, including a pole position and top-10 finishes in FIA European Championship rounds.

Commonwealth Games 2026: Gyaneshwari, Bindyarani add to India's medal tally

Commonwealth Games 2026: Gyaneshwari, Bindyarani add to India's medal tally

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian athletes delivered a strong performance at the Commonwealth Games, with weightlifters Gyaneshwari Yadav and Bindyarani Devi securing silver and bronze medals respectively. Several athletes, including long jumpers M Sreeshankar and Lokesh Sathyanathan, boxers Sachin Siwach and Ankush, and swimmers Sajan Prakash, Aryan Nehra, and Swatik Patel, also advanced to their respective finals or quarter-finals, showcasing India's diverse talent across multiple disciplines.

20% Market Crash Possible? Fund CIO Says...

20% Market Crash Possible? Fund CIO Says...

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

From why FIIs will return to India with 'bagfuls' to what to do if markets crash 20%, from finding the next multi-bagger to whether the battered IT sector can bounce back -- Trust MF CIO Mihir Vora's calm answers will surprise you.

Former India Hockey Captain Pargat Singh criticises saffron jersey, alleges BJP's 'petty mindset'

Former India Hockey Captain Pargat Singh criticises saffron jersey, alleges BJP's 'petty mindset'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Congress MLA and former India Hockey Captain Pargat Singh has criticised the change in the Indian hockey team's national jersey colour from blue to saffron, alleging it reflects the BJP's mindset of 'giving everything a particular colour' and urging a focus on sports development instead.

'His calendar full': TISS replaces CJI as chief guest

'His calendar full': TISS replaces CJI as chief guest

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has announced Dr C S Pramesh, director of Tata Memorial Hospital, as the new chief guest for its 86th Convocation on August 22, replacing Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant, who was unavailable due to a full calendar.

Joe Root Creates History with Record 219th Catch in Test Cricket

Joe Root Creates History with Record 219th Catch in Test Cricket

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

England Test captain Joe Root has surpassed Steve Smith to become the leading fielder in Test cricket with 219 catches, and also equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most fifties in the longest format with his 68th half-century.

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's top-seeded men's and women's table tennis teams secured identical 3-0 victories over Zimbabwe and Maldives, respectively, marking a commanding start to their campaign at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi.

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Home Flooded? Avoid These Insurance Claim Mistakes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Flood insurance claims can be rejected or reduced if homeowners do not understand what their policy actually covers.

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Indian Equities End Flat as High Crude Prices, US Yields Cap Gains

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed flat on Friday, with elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a rebound in US Treasury yields making investors cautious and preventing a decisive market rally.

KL Rahul sees bigger things ahead for Devdutt Padikkal after Galle breakthrough

KL Rahul sees bigger things ahead for Devdutt Padikkal after Galle breakthrough

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Team India batter KL Rahul hailed Karnataka teammate Devdutt Padikkal's maiden Test century and backed the young left-hander to become a more consistent run-scorer for India.

'There is no Pakistani Kashmir, only PoK': India rebukes NYT headline

'There is no Pakistani Kashmir, only PoK': India rebukes NYT headline

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

The Indian Embassy in the US strongly refuted a New York Times headline referring to "Pakistani Kashmir," asserting that there is only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. The embassy highlighted Pakistan's illegal occupation and exploitation of these territories, linking it to ongoing protests in PoK.

Indian Under-11 Girls Team Shines With Bronze At ASEAN Chess Championship

Indian Under-11 Girls Team Shines With Bronze At ASEAN Chess Championship

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Indian Under-11 girls' chess team, featuring Varenya Lakshmi Vaka, Aligiri Amrutha Hemal, and Maya Siddharth Narula, secured a bronze medal at the ASEAN Chess Championship in Singapore, finishing with 14.5 points.

Tripura's Asmita Dey Secures India's First Women's Judo Gold

Tripura's Asmita Dey Secures India's First Women's Judo Gold

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Judoka Asmita Dey from Tripura has won a gold medal in the women's 48 kg category at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, marking a historic first for an Indian woman judoka. Chief Minister Manik Saha and Sports Minister Tinku Roy congratulated Dey, highlighting her achievement as an inspiration for the nation.

India Couture Week: Tarun Tahiliani Skipped The Runway For...

India Couture Week: Tarun Tahiliani Skipped The Runway For...

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Hyundai India Couture Week 2026 proved that couture is no longer confined to a runway. From immersive presentations to futuristic craftsmanship and delicate romance, Tarun Tahiliani, ROSEROOM by Isha Jajodia and Rimzim Dadu each offered a distinct vision of what modern Indian couture can be.

Subtle variations with accuracy: KL Rahul highlights Manav Suthar's most dangerous weapons

Subtle variations with accuracy: KL Rahul highlights Manav Suthar's most dangerous weapons

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

India vice-captain KL Rahul said Manav Suthar's impressive ability to vary his speed without noticeable change in action, and unerring accuracy make the young left-arm spinner a massive threat across the conditions.

Sai Sudharsan Misses India's Departure To Sri Lanka, Recovery Underway at CoE

Sai Sudharsan Misses India's Departure To Sri Lanka, Recovery Underway at CoE

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan has not joined the Indian team in Colombo for their two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to a toe injury. He is undergoing recovery at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, with his availability for the series to be decided in the coming days.

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's planned visit to the United States has been denied political clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), citing non-conformity with laid down norms, forcing him to cancel the US leg of his 'TelanganaRising' delegation tour and return to Hyderabad earlier than planned.

Mahatma Gandhi's manuscript sells for record Rs 16.20 crore at Saffronart auction

Mahatma Gandhi's manuscript sells for record Rs 16.20 crore at Saffronart auction

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

A collection of 688 autographed reflections by Mahatma Gandhi, compiled into 'A Thought for the Day', was sold for a record Rs 16.20 crore at a Saffronart auction, becoming the world's most expensive Indian historical document sold at auction.

How India's Lawn Bowls Duo Secured A Crucial Win At Commonwealth Games

How India's Lawn Bowls Duo Secured A Crucial Win At Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

India's lawn bowls team has made an impressive start at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The men's pairs duo of Navneet Singh and Dinesh Kumar secured a hard-fought victory against Namibia, coming from behind to win their second successive group stage match. Additionally, Nayanmoni Saikia delivered a commanding performance in the women's singles, defeating Caroline Whitehead of Isle of Man in straight sets.

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

India's Top Golfers Vie For Rs 1 Crore Prize At J&K Open

Rediff.com2 Aug 2026

The fifth edition of the J&K Open golf tournament, featuring a doubled prize purse of Rs 1 crore, is set to begin at the Royal Springs Golf Course in Srinagar. Defending champion Shaurya Bhattacharya will compete against top Indian professionals and international players, with the event also aiming to boost golf tourism in the region.

India have six per cent chance to win Hockey World Cup, says coach Craig Fulton

India have six per cent chance to win Hockey World Cup, says coach Craig Fulton

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Having registered a ninth-place finish in the 2023 edition held at Bhubaneswar, India will be aiming to bring the gold home, riding on the back of the momentum of two back-to-back Olympic bronze medals, an Asia Cup title win, two Asian Champions Trophy wins and an Asia Cup gold.

Did Vijay Varma's Daring Fashion Choice Pay Off?

Did Vijay Varma's Daring Fashion Choice Pay Off?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Dressed in an olive green ensemble, Vijay Varma gave Rohit and Rahul Gandhi's showcase its biggest surprise.

Rajesh Ramesh: India's Relay Star Ready for Commonwealth Games Debut

Rajesh Ramesh: India's Relay Star Ready for Commonwealth Games Debut

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Rajesh Ramesh, a key figure in India's 4x400m relay teams, is set to make his Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow, aiming to contribute to the team's success and make the nation proud.

Boeing finds no fault with Dreamliner fuel switch after Air India report

Boeing finds no fault with Dreamliner fuel switch after Air India report

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

The government has confirmed that Boeing's detailed examination of the Dreamliner aircraft's fuel control switch locking mechanism found no abnormality, following an Air India pilot's report of a possible issue. This investigation was prompted after an Air India flight from London to Bengaluru in February, and comes amidst an ongoing probe into a fatal Dreamliner crash last year where fuel supply to engines was cut off.

Liquor ban row: TN orders strict quality checks at distilleries

Liquor ban row: TN orders strict quality checks at distilleries

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has mandated stringent quality testing across all distilleries in the state to ensure alcohol content compliance. This decision follows public concern over the temporary ban and swift clearance of products from a private manufacturer, Enrica Enterprises, by the state's liquor monopoly, TASMAC. The move aims to address suspicions and ensure public safety regarding alcoholic beverages.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

'ChatGPT for Teens brings together learning and safety features in one unified experience, supporting active, collaborative learning outside the classroom while enabling more intentional and age-appropriate use of AI.'