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The first million-pound signing in women's football

The first million-pound signing in women's football

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Canadian forward Olivia Smith, 20, is the first female player to break the seven-figure barrier.

Durand Cup: Diamond Harbour thrash BSF, Navy sink Real Kashmir

Durand Cup: Diamond Harbour thrash BSF, Navy sink Real Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Diamond Harbour FC continued their winning run in the 134th Durand Cup with a commanding 8-1 victory over BSF Football Club in a Group B clash in Imphal on Friday.

2 Women, 1 Boat & A Journey Around The World

2 Women, 1 Boat & A Journey Around The World

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'The Pacific crossing was the longest and toughest leg.' 'Temperatures dropped near zero and they navigated through two cyclones.'

'Weather 90% favourable': Shuks set for ISS launch today

'Weather 90% favourable': Shuks set for ISS launch today

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are now targeting 12.01 PM (IST), Wednesday, June 25, for launch of the fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 4, NASA said.

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Trump's remarks came a day after the US launched Operation Midnight Hammer, targeting three of Iran's key nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.

Mamata's message to Kalyan Banerjee: Fall in line or fall out

Mamata's message to Kalyan Banerjee: Fall in line or fall out

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

TMC accepts Kalyan Banerjee's resignation and appoints new leaders, signaling a crackdown on dissent within the party.

271 people admitted to hospital following Iran strikes: Israel

271 people admitted to hospital following Iran strikes: Israel

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

So far, most of the injured have been released. Currently, 106 people are being treated in hospitals, and another 149 are being treated in the emergency room.

Is BJP planning to use Col Qureshi, Wg Cdr Vyomika as campaign faces?

Is BJP planning to use Col Qureshi, Wg Cdr Vyomika as campaign faces?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This came after a media report claimed that Col Qureshi and Wing Commander Singh, who led India's press briefings on Operation Sindoor, will be the faces of an ambitious women-centric campaign to be rolled out by the BJP on the completion of 11 years of the Modi government on June 9.

IPL PIX: DC outclass SRH with a commanding win

IPL PIX: DC outclass SRH with a commanding win

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Images from the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

Barack Obama arrested? Trump posts 'video'

Barack Obama arrested? Trump posts 'video'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Monday shared an AI-generated video of showing former President Barack Obama being arrested.

Nisar satellite launched, puts India-US space ties in orbit

Nisar satellite launched, puts India-US space ties in orbit

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India and the US on Wednesday marked their maiden space collaboration with the successful flight of a GSLV rocket that placed an earth observation satellite, jointly developed by the two space agencies, in a precise orbit.

Pooja, Alaya Turn On The Heat

Pooja, Alaya Turn On The Heat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Their outfits were inspired by Mahindra's electric cars.

Shubhanshu to undergo 7-day rehab after splashdown on Earth

Shubhanshu to undergo 7-day rehab after splashdown on Earth

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will undergo a rehabilitation program after returning from an 18-day mission to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission. The mission involved various experiments and research activities.

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Despite the ups and downs, The Oval remains a ground of rich memories and monumental moments for Indian cricket.

Engine failure or bird-hit: What caused Air India plane crash?

Engine failure or bird-hit: What caused Air India plane crash?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The specific reasons for the crash of the Boeing 787-8 aircraft flying from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick will be known only after the completion of the detailed probe by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau.

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

'Pak voter IDs, guns, chocolates': Shah rebuts Chidambaram's claim

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The empty cartridges found at Pahalgam and those after test firing by the recovered guns were matched by the forensic lab, Shah said. The ballistic report is with him, he added.

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his meteoric rise in international cricket with yet another outstanding overseas tour

Akash Deep breaks 38-year record in England

Akash Deep breaks 38-year record in England

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

His combined figures of 10 for 187 bettered Chetan Sharma's 10 for 188 - a mark set back in 1986.

Ranji Trophy: SKY, Rahane, Shardul put Mumbai in command

Ranji Trophy: SKY, Rahane, Shardul put Mumbai in command

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Suryakumar Yadav and Ajinkya Rahane's half-centuries powered Mumbai to 278/4 at stumps on Day 3, a commanding lead of 292 runs.

'Bumrah commands respect in dressing room'

'Bumrah commands respect in dressing room'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Ashwin's age is certainly a factor that is being kept in consideration.

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

In his first address to National Democratic Alliance MPs in over a year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised its collective identity as a natural and organic alliance, asserting that its journey since its foundation in 1998 is dotted with successes and has many more achievements in store.

'Those Resisting Mughals Should Never Be Forgotten'

'Those Resisting Mughals Should Never Be Forgotten'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'Whenever present-day politics do get involved, history sinks to the level of a morality play, with advocates for this or that cause seeking to praise their heroes or condemn their villains.'

PIX: England Ditch Bazball Mantra To Frustrate India!

PIX: England Ditch Bazball Mantra To Frustrate India!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Joe Root's patient unbeaten 99 led England to 251-4 on an attritional and compelling first day of the third Test against India at Lord's on Thursday.

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Why Bumrah Failed to Rescue India at Old Trafford

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

India endured arguably their worst day on the field on Day 3 of the Manchester Test as Joe Root's record-breaking 150 put the hosts in complete command.

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Shuks' spacecraft to arrive with a sonic boom

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 mission crew successfully returned to Earth, splashing down off the coast of San Diego after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station.

Ayush wins maiden BWF World Tour title at US Open

Ayush wins maiden BWF World Tour title at US Open

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Ayush Shetty notched up his first BWF World Tour title with a commanding straight-games victory over Canada's Brian Yang in the men's singles final of the US Open Super 300.

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

What was the aim of Operation Sindoor? Why was the operation halted so soon? asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

'Companies Will Be More Powerful Than Nations'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'If you align your ambition with India's rise, the peak of your careers will unfold alongside the peak of India's power.'

Israel Kills Hezbollah Commander

Israel Kills Hezbollah Commander

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Top Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Mohammed Kobeissi was killed in the Israeli strike on Beirut on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Now, Sidda says BJP manipulated LS polls in Karnataka

Now, Sidda says BJP manipulated LS polls in Karnataka

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday alleged that the Congress party's setback in the recent Lok Sabha polls in the state was the result of 'illegal manipulation' of the electoral process by the Bharatiya Janata Party, accusing it of 'misusing' the Election Commission.

15 Things You Must Know About Rakesh Sharma

15 Things You Must Know About Rakesh Sharma

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian to travel to space in 1984. Here's what you should know about the national icon.

Uttarkashi floods: 2 bodies recovered, fear grows for trapped

Uttarkashi floods: 2 bodies recovered, fear grows for trapped

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Landslides blocked arterial roads leading up to Dharali where dozens of people were trapped and many homes and cars swept away by the raging waters on Tuesday. Eleven Army personnel from the nearby camp in Harsil were among those missing.

How National Sports Bill will impact India-Pak games

How National Sports Bill will impact India-Pak games

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The central government will have the power to "impose reasonable restrictions" on the international participation of Indian teams and individual athletes under "extraordinary circumstances", as per the National Sports Governance Bill that was tabled in Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

Modi spoke to me in Marathi, says Ujjwal Nikam

Modi spoke to me in Marathi, says Ujjwal Nikam

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Noted lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, who is among four persons nominated to Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu, on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi called him to inform and spoke in Marathi.

Smiling Shubhanshu Shukla comes out of Dragon spacecraft

Smiling Shubhanshu Shukla comes out of Dragon spacecraft

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The Axiom-4 mission astronauts, including Shubhanshu Shukla, have returned to Earth after a 20-day mission to the International Space Station. The crew splashed down off the coast of San Diego and are undergoing medical check-ups and rehabilitation.

Army deployed as heavy rains cause flood-like situation in MP

Army deployed as heavy rains cause flood-like situation in MP

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Heavy rains in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri and Guna districts have led to a flood-like situation, stranding people including school children. The Army has been called in for rescue and relief operations. Other districts are also affected, and the IMD has issued a heavy rain alert.

BSF raises first drone squadron to counter UAV threat from Pak

BSF raises first drone squadron to counter UAV threat from Pak

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) is raising a maiden 'drone squadron' for deployment along the India-Pakistan border. The squadron will comprise reconnaissance, surveillance and attack drones and specially-trained personnel.

Facing some difficulty, but...: Shuks' first message from ISS

Facing some difficulty, but...: Shuks' first message from ISS

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

India's Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla became the 634th astronaut to travel to space as he entered the International Space Station on Thursday after a 28-hour journey.

Major Milestones Beckon Gill, Siraj, Jadeja at Oval

Major Milestones Beckon Gill, Siraj, Jadeja at Oval

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

As England and India gear up for the final Test of the fiercely fought five-match series starting at The Oval on Thursday, a number of individuals on either side will be on the cusp of major individual milestones.

Trump Taunts Modi, But India, US Still Do Business

Trump Taunts Modi, But India, US Still Do Business

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

India and the US have collaborated through the past one month on launching a powerful satellite; are commencing joint production of GE Aerospace's F414 jet engines in India; India is participating in a massive three week-long military exercise in the Western Pacific, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.