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Historic! Harmanpreet becomes 1st with 3 ODI tons in UK

Historic! Harmanpreet becomes 1st with 3 ODI tons in UK

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur became the first visiting batter to score three Women's ODI centuries in England.

India's Test Future: 5 Big Questions

India's Test Future: 5 Big Questions

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

For their next assignment in the ICC World Test Championship cycle, the two-time WTC runners up will aim to grab maximum points across those four home clashes. Here are five key questions the side must answer prior to their next Test match-up.

What C P Radhakrishnan's Choice Means For Modi, BJP

What C P Radhakrishnan's Choice Means For Modi, BJP

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

By naming a sworn swayamsevak for vice president, the Modi-Shah duo have sent out a clear and positive message to Nagpur, where the RSS headquarters is located, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

SC refuses to examine Chhattisgarh ex-CM Baghel's plea on PMLA provision

SC refuses to examine Chhattisgarh ex-CM Baghel's plea on PMLA provision

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court declined to examine a plea challenging a PMLA provision, stating the issue lies in the law's abuse, not the law itself. The court allowed the petitioner to approach the High Court if procedures weren't followed.

Shooting WC: Sheoran-Dhanda lose in qualifying

Shooting WC: Sheoran-Dhanda lose in qualifying

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Lakshay Sheoran and Neeru Dhanda missed out on making the medal round in the trap mixed team event at the ISSF Lonato World Cup.

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

FC Goa stun Al Seeb to book spot in AFC CL 2

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

FC Goa join fellow ISL team Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the continental tournament's group stage. The Mariners had secured a direct berth by clinching the 2024-25 Indian Super League Shield.

Sindhu ends first-round curse with gritty China win

Sindhu ends first-round curse with gritty China win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Sindhu regained control in the decider, maintaining a steady lead to close out the contest and secure a hard-fought win in 62 minutes.

Indian astronomers discover a rare cosmic twist

Indian astronomers discover a rare cosmic twist

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have discovered an unexpectedly high abundance of germanium in the Extreme Helium star A980, challenging existing theories about stellar chemistry and the evolution of rare stars.

Bihar: Lawyer, teacher shot dead in broad daylight

Bihar: Lawyer, teacher shot dead in broad daylight

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A lawyer and a teacher were shot dead in separate incidents in Patna and Saran districts of Bihar on Sunday. Police are investigating the incidents.

Wimbledon 2025: Balaji and Reyes-Varela enter Round 2

Wimbledon 2025: Balaji and Reyes-Varela enter Round 2

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Wimbledon: N Sriram Balaji enters second round in men's doubles

Youth Test: Mhatre shuts critics with 102 vs Eng U19

Youth Test: Mhatre shuts critics with 102 vs Eng U19

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

India U-19 reached 420 for 6 after 77 overs with an hour's play still left.

Jaiswal equals Sehwag, Dravid's record

Jaiswal equals Sehwag, Dravid's record

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal etched another batting record to his name as he became the joint-fastest Indian to go past 2000 Test runs.

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Is Gill Cracking Under Pressure? Manjrekar Thinks So

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Handed the reins of a depleted Indian side in his maiden stint as Test captain, the 24-year-old has been tasked with breaking a 17-year drought without the experience of Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli by his side.

Was Guaranteed 160 Seats For MVA In Maha Polls: Pawar

Was Guaranteed 160 Seats For MVA In Maha Polls: Pawar

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Sharad Pawar claimed that two individuals had met him in New Delhi before the 2024 Maharashtra assembly polls and 'guaranteed' the Opposition's victory in 160 of 288 constituencies.

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Asian Games silver medallist Ancy Sojan made it to the women's long jump final on an ordinary day for the Indians in the World University Games, in Berlin, on Monday.

Arshdeep, Jurel Jump on That Insta Trend-Any Guesses?

Arshdeep, Jurel Jump on That Insta Trend-Any Guesses?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Laughter, mispronunciations, and viral gold! Arshdeep Singh and Dhruv Jurel just joined the 'Dame Un Grrr' craze - and fans can't get enough.

Why India Should Play 3 Spinners in Manchester

Why India Should Play 3 Spinners in Manchester

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Former England captain Michael Atherton suggested India could include three spinners for the must-win fourth Test against England at Manchester, starting on July 23.

'Beyond this pair, I'm not hopeful': Manjrekar warns

'Beyond this pair, I'm not hopeful': Manjrekar warns

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

KL Rahul and Shubman Gill stood tall, not with fireworks, but with grit and grace, forging a 174-run stand that reminded fans of the game's old soul - and drew admiration from the likes of Sanjay Manjrekar.

Woman gets husband phone snatched to delete pictures with lover

Woman gets husband phone snatched to delete pictures with lover

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

A woman allegedly sought help from two men to get her husband's phone snatched in south Delhi's Sultanpur area to delete intimate photos with her lover stored on the device, an official said on Friday.

The Real Genius Responsible For Sholay

The Real Genius Responsible For Sholay

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'Editor M S Shinde deserves full credit because, I'm told, Ramesh Sippy had shot 300,000 feet of footage, which was brought down to 18,000. 'He died in 2012, in a 126 square foot flat in Dharavi, penniless, a forgotten hero.'

US Wants To Undermine India Militarily, Economically

US Wants To Undermine India Militarily, Economically

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

If the US' renewed closeness with Pakistan ends up strengthening Pakistan's military, it will clearly show that Washington no longer wants a strong India and could be ready to let China dominate Asia, notes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Should Bumrah only play one format?

Should Bumrah only play one format?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'There is no question on the value that he brings to the side. But the management and board need to discuss how to use him...'

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar for declining draw offer; slams England's bowling

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'I don't know how long cinema will survive.'

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

A Decade of Test Thrillers: Close Calls & Classics

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A look back at a few memorable showdowns in the last decade and half that had the quintessential crests and troughs of Test cricket.

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'Mr Modi has the power and pre-eminence in the BJP-RSS to choose how long he wants to serve, and he is definitely going to want to contest in 2029.' 'He will only be 79, as old as Donald Trump now, and fitter,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

Farokh Engineer Honoured With Stand At Old Trafford!

Farokh Engineer Honoured With Stand At Old Trafford!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Former India wicketkeeper Farokh Engineer and legendary West Indies captain Clive Lloyd were on Wednesday honoured by the Lancashire County Cricket Club with stands named after them at the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester, on the opening day of the fourth Test between India and England.

Maha minister faces flak for playing rummy during assembly session

Maha minister faces flak for playing rummy during assembly session

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate is under fire after a video surfaced allegedly showing him playing rummy on his phone during a legislative session. The opposition accuses the government of being insensitive to farmers' issues.

Tax officer who arrested Kejriwal, Soren resigns

Tax officer who arrested Kejriwal, Soren resigns

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Kapil Raj, a former Enforcement Directorate (ED) officer who supervised the arrests of two chief ministers under the anti-money laundering law, has resigned from government service after serving for about 16 years, citing personal reasons.

CBI takes over probe into Army officer assault case, registers 2 FIRs

CBI takes over probe into Army officer assault case, registers 2 FIRs

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the alleged assault of a colonel by Punjab Police personnel, registering two separate FIRs. The incident allegedly occurred at a roadside dhaba in Patiala.

Freestyle chess: Arjun into semis, Praggnanandhaa out

Freestyle chess: Arjun into semis, Praggnanandhaa out

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Arjun prevailed over Abdusattorov 1.5-0.5 while Praggnanandhaa lost an intense battle 3-4 against Caruana.

Patel Lauds India's Grit, Questions England's Spirit-of-Cricket Claims

Patel Lauds India's Grit, Questions England's Spirit-of-Cricket Claims

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The former India wicketkeeper believes the game still had some cricket left in it and that India had earned the right to continue batting.

Why India's new pacer Kamboj is similar to Bumrah, Zaheer

Why India's new pacer Kamboj is similar to Bumrah, Zaheer

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin believes that the uncapped Anshul Kamboj belongs to the rare breed of fast bowlers like Zaheer Khan and Jasprit Bumrah.

'Gautam Gambhir is not important. Indian cricket is important'

'Gautam Gambhir is not important. Indian cricket is important'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

'Everyone has the right to have an opinion about the culture of that dressing room. And every opinion for me will matter'

Canada Open: Srikanth sends Rajawat packing

Canada Open: Srikanth sends Rajawat packing

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Kidambi Srikanth enters second round of Canada Open

Natural Leader, Siraj Basking in the Recognition

Natural Leader, Siraj Basking in the Recognition

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'He leads a lot of actions. And in this series so far, he's done it with the ball at times that we've needed somebody to put his hand up and create something.'

Janhvi Holidays In London

Janhvi Holidays In London

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Janhvi Kapoor takes a break from her Param Sundari shoot for a quick vacay to London.

Why Gill preferred Sundar over Kuldeep at Edgbaston

Why Gill preferred Sundar over Kuldeep at Edgbaston

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

'I think the partnership between me and Washington was very important.'

Root surpasses Dravid, Smith with 37th Test century!

Root surpasses Dravid, Smith with 37th Test century!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Joe Root scored his 37th Test hundred on Friday to go past the tally of former India skipper Rahul Dravid and contemporary Steve Smith.

'Could be 4-0': Vaughan trolls Jaffer as India slip in Leeds

'Could be 4-0': Vaughan trolls Jaffer as India slip in Leeds

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Michael Vaughan wasted no time reigniting his playful rivalry with Wasim Jaffer - a duo known for their sharp-witted exchanges on X.