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Pati Patni Aur Woh Do: 'We Aren't Promoting Infidelity'

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do: 'We Aren't Promoting Infidelity'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'When kids love it, it becomes a wholesome family film, and Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is one such film.'

Kerala assembly election results an example of communal harmony: Tharoor

Kerala assembly election results an example of communal harmony: Tharoor

Rediff.com2 days ago

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor cited the Kerala Assembly election results as an example of communal harmony, highlighting instances where voters looked beyond caste and religion.

Abhijeet Gupta Seeks Intervention Over Unpaid Prize Money

Abhijeet Gupta Seeks Intervention Over Unpaid Prize Money

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta is struggling to receive his prize money from the Odisha Open, prompting him to seek intervention from the Sports Ministry after repeated assurances from organisers yielded no payment.

BCCI eye Sairaj Bahutule as India's spin bowling coach amid post-Ashwin transition

BCCI eye Sairaj Bahutule as India's spin bowling coach amid post-Ashwin transition

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former India spinner Sairaj Bahutule is likely to join Team India as spin bowling coach after senior management recommended his appointment to the BCCI.

Indian Super League: Punjab FC edge Chennaiyin FC, move to sixth spot

Indian Super League: Punjab FC edge Chennaiyin FC, move to sixth spot

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab FC secured a 1-0 victory over Chennaiyin FC in their Indian Super League encounter, thanks to a late own goal. The win moves Punjab FC into sixth place, while Chennaiyin FC remain at the bottom of the table.

US Calls For Openness, Security In AI Partnership With India

US Calls For Openness, Security In AI Partnership With India

Rediff.com22 hours ago

A senior US official has emphasised the importance of openness and security in the development of artificial intelligence between India and the US, urging both nations to avoid dependencies on adversarial countries.

Review: Citadel 2 Has Worn Out Its Welcome

Review: Citadel 2 Has Worn Out Its Welcome

Rediff.com1 days ago

The second season of the Russo Brothers' espionage series Citadel, falls short of its global ambitions due to muddled writing and a lack of compelling narrative depth, complains Sukanya Verma.

Why Saif Ali Khan Was Told Not To Play A Cop

Why Saif Ali Khan Was Told Not To Play A Cop

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Shah Rukh Sir gave us a lot of room to make the film we wanted to make.'

FC Goa, Mohun Bagan Super Giant in thrilling ISL draw

FC Goa, Mohun Bagan Super Giant in thrilling ISL draw

Rediff.com33 minutes ago

FC Goa and Mohun Bagan Super Giant played out a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match, with goals from Jamie MacLaren and Ronney Willson Kharbudon.

Indian Women's Archery Team Reach World Cup Final

Indian Women's Archery Team Reach World Cup Final

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's women's recurve team secured a spot in the Archery World Cup Stage 2 final after defeating South Korea, while the men's team suffered an early exit against Bangladesh.

Ruturaj Gaikwad strikes form, CSK reap the rewards

Ruturaj Gaikwad strikes form, CSK reap the rewards

Rediff.com6 days ago

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming attributes Ruturaj Gaikwad's improved decision-making and captaincy to his return to form as a batter. Gaikwad's recent scores have boosted his confidence and positively impacted the team's performance.

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Ranchi Couple Arrested For Murdering Man Over Illicit Affair

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Ranchi have arrested a couple and an accomplice for allegedly murdering a man due to an illicit affair gone sour. The victim, Kamlesh Singh, was allegedly killed by Shivnath Kumar Singh and his wife Angita Devi after Angita claimed the victim had tried to molest her. The trio attempted to make the murder look like a road accident.

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Rediff.com7 days ago

World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings eye big turnaround in Dharamshala

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Kings aims to regain winning momentum as they move to their home base in Dharamshala for a crucial three-match stint, following a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Pathirana Debut In Sight As KKR Weigh Options Against SRH

Pathirana Debut In Sight As KKR Weigh Options Against SRH

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders are considering giving Matheesha Pathirana his debut in their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, according to bowling coach Tim Southee. Pathirana has been with the team for two weeks after recovering from a calf injury. The decision hinges on team balance and conditions, with KKR aiming to win the Powerplay against SRH's strong batting line-up.

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

IPL 2026: Cheteshwar Pujara baffled by Rishabh Pant's T20 struggles

Rediff.com3 days ago

Cheteshwar Pujara expresses surprise at Rishabh Pant's inability to replicate his Test cricket success in the IPL, suggesting a need for greater clarity in his approach to T20 batting. Pujara also addresses Hardik Pandya's captaincy and defends Suryakumar Yadav's form.

Sinner makes history, wins 5th straight Masters

Sinner makes history, wins 5th straight Masters

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jannik Sinner, the world number one, showcased his dominance by defeating Alexander Zverev in straight sets to win the Madrid Open, marking his fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.

Axar Patel Blames 'Hesitation' And 'Bad Luck' For DC Collapse

Axar Patel Blames 'Hesitation' And 'Bad Luck' For DC Collapse

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' captain Axar Patel attributes the team's batting collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a combination of hesitation and bad luck.

19-year-old Antonelli makes F1 history again

19-year-old Antonelli makes F1 history again

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kimi Antonelli, the Italian teenager, secured his third consecutive Formula One victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his championship lead. The race saw dramatic moments, including a safety car deployment and penalties for top drivers.

Indian Women's Archery Team To Vie For Gold

Indian Women's Archery Team To Vie For Gold

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian women's recurve archery team secured a medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2, defeating South Korea in the semi-final. However, the men's team faced a disappointing defeat against Bangladesh.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Golden Run Fuels CSK's Playoff Push

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson's Golden Run Fuels CSK's Playoff Push

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sanju Samson has all but carried Chennai Super Kings' batting through IPL 2026, turning games with a consistency few others in the side have managed.

Former World No 4, Japan's Nishikori to hang up his racquet

Former World No 4, Japan's Nishikori to hang up his racquet

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Kei Nishikori announces he will retire after the 2026 season, ending a historic career that saw him become Japan's first Grand Slam finalist.

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pakistan's newly-appointed hockey team head coach, Manzur ul Hassan, believes the nation erred by not participating in the FIH Pro League's inaugural edition in 2019, depriving players of crucial experience against top-tier opponents.

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar voices concerns about the uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf-backed funding and its potential impact on the Asian Tour and Indian golf.

Pirojsha Godrej: 'Godrej Aims To Become Rs 5 Trillion Market-Cap Group In 5 Years'

Pirojsha Godrej: 'Godrej Aims To Become Rs 5 Trillion Market-Cap Group In 5 Years'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'We are targeting a 2.5x to 3x increase in valuation by FY31.'

Cameron Young Leads Cadillac Championship, Indian Golfers Struggle

Cameron Young Leads Cadillac Championship, Indian Golfers Struggle

Rediff.com7 days ago

Cameron Young leads the Cadillac Championship, while Indian golfers Akshay Bhatia and Sudarshan Yellamaraju faced challenges in the second round.

IPL 2026: KKR's Mystery Man Is Back: Varun Chakravarthy Turns Season Around

IPL 2026: KKR's Mystery Man Is Back: Varun Chakravarthy Turns Season Around

Rediff.com5 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, overcame a difficult start to the IPL season, battling injury and form to rediscover his wicket-taking ability and boost KKR's chances in the tournament.

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

AI Impact: Scientific Paper Submissions Surge, Quality Dips

Rediff.com3 days ago

A new study reveals a significant increase in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific paper submissions since the release of ChatGPT, accompanied by a decline in writing quality. The research, focusing on submissions to the journal Organization Science, highlights the strain on the peer-review system and questions the benefits of AI for non-native English speakers and new field entrants.

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Bigger surprises and shockers await in Dhurandhar 2? Mayur Sanap trusts Aditya Dhar on this.

IPL 2026: Rahane reveals key moment behind KKR comeback

IPL 2026: Rahane reveals key moment behind KKR comeback

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in their recent IPL match, with their bowling unit receiving high praise for restricting the opposition to a manageable total. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane credited the bowlers, particularly the spinners, for their consistent performance and ability to take crucial wickets.

Norris wins Miami Sprint as McLaren dominate 1-2

Norris wins Miami Sprint as McLaren dominate 1-2

Rediff.com6 days ago

Lando Norris secured a dominant victory in the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, leading a McLaren one-two finish. Charles Leclerc finished third, while Mercedes faced challenges. The main grand prix is scheduled for Sunday.

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Rediff.com1 days ago

IT services giant Cognizant is embarking on a significant AI-led restructuring programme, Project Leap, involving an investment of up to $320 million, which will lead to workforce reductions across geographies and a strategic shift towards AI capabilities to boost productivity and margins.

Indian Super League: Bengaluru FC rally to hold Odisha FC

Indian Super League: Bengaluru FC rally to hold Odisha FC

Rediff.com4 days ago

Bengaluru FC were held to a 1-1 draw by Odisha FC in their Indian Super League match, with Braian Sanchez's penalty cancelling out Rahim Ali's opener.

Saka takes Arsenal past Atletico into Champions League final

Saka takes Arsenal past Atletico into Champions League final

Rediff.com3 days ago

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid, winning 2-1 on aggregate, to reach the Champions League final for the second time in their history. Bukayo Saka's goal proved decisive in a tense semi-final clash.

Why LSG coach Langer praised captain Pant despite loss to MI

Why LSG coach Langer praised captain Pant despite loss to MI

Rediff.com4 days ago

Justin Langer backs Lucknow Super Giants' batting revamp despite loss to Mumbai Indians, praising Rishabh Pants selflessness and Nicholas Pooran's explosive knock and improved intent.

Ryan Williams Debut: India Look to End Asian Cup Qualifying Campaign on a High Note

Ryan Williams Debut: India Look to End Asian Cup Qualifying Campaign on a High Note

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

India will face Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifying match, with Australian-born winger Ryan Williams set to make his debut. Both teams aim to gain FIFA ranking points and build for future assignments.

Dev Congratulates BJP, Calls For Unity In Tollywood

Dev Congratulates BJP, Calls For Unity In Tollywood

Rediff.com3 days ago

Actor-turned-TMC MP Dev congratulated the BJP on winning the West Bengal assembly elections and expressed hope that the new government would protect artistic freedom and unity within the Bengali film industry.

Tesla throws down the gauntlet with the Model Y L

Tesla throws down the gauntlet with the Model Y L

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Tesla's Model Y L signals a serious push to disrupt India's luxury EV market with more space, power, and aggressive pricing. Priced just 2 lakh above the standard version, it undercuts expectations significantly.

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

IPL 2026: 'GT still not at best, yet keep winning': Holder

Rediff.com5 days ago

Jason Holder believes Gujarat Titans are yet to play their best cricket but have still managed to find a way to win matches and remain in IPL play-off contention. Holder, who produced a match-winning four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings, is happy that every win has been based on collective effort rather than individual brilliance.

Chess Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta Gets Assurance On Prize-Money

Chess Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta Gets Assurance On Prize-Money

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta, frustrated by delays in receiving prize money for winning the Odisha Open, has been assured by the All India Chess Federation that the issue will be resolved and his dues cleared.