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DRDO's imaging satellite is Isro's first launch of 2026

DRDO's imaging satellite is Isro's first launch of 2026

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

ISRO is preparing for the PSLV-C62 mission launch on January 12 from Sriharikota, carrying the EOS-N1 satellite and multiple other payloads.

'I Discovered Disturbing Things About His Past'

'I Discovered Disturbing Things About His Past'

Rediff.com2 days ago

A healthy marriage is based on trust and honesty, reminds rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Gavaskar's big advice to struggling Abhishek

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar believes Abhishek Sharma is struggling with expectations in the T20 World Cup and advises him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also praises Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy's performances and suggests potential changes for the Super 8 clash against South Africa.

Alia Bhatt Heads To The BAFTAs

Alia Bhatt Heads To The BAFTAs

Rediff.com5 days ago

Alia will present one of the BAFTAS on Sunday evening.

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

ICC's revenue sharing model counterproductive, says Netherlands cricket official

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Netherlands cricket board member criticises the ICC's revenue distribution model, arguing it hinders the growth of associate nations.

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

'Sex worker, sell momos': NE women face racial abuse in Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh living in Delhi allege they were subjected to racial slurs and harassment by their neighbors following a minor dispute over dust from an AC installation.

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

Rediff.com4 days ago

New Zealand and Pakistan share a point after rain forces abandonment of their T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 2 clash in Colombo.

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Norris Laughs Off Verstappen Jibe Over 2026 Cars

Rediff.com6 days ago

World champion Lando Norris says he was amused by reactions to his comments on the new 2026 Formula One cars after rival Max Verstappen criticised them during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Rediff.com2 days ago

England and Pakistan lock horns in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights clash in Pallekele, as Brook's side eye momentum while Pakistan seek comeback.

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Swami Vs Yogi: The Showdown In Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tensions between Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati and the Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have drawn national attention in recent months.

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

How Malaika Arora Dealt With Divorce And Trolls

Rediff.com2 days ago

'I stopped trying to meet societal expectations or please people who have no place in my life. The decisions I make, how I live and how I present myself are MY choices and I refuse to apologise for them,' says Malaika Arora.

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Despite acting in some 100 films and television plays, people still remember the daadi of Hum Log.'

T20 World Cup: 'This win means everything for our nation': Nepal captain

T20 World Cup: 'This win means everything for our nation': Nepal captain

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Nepal secured a thrilling seven-wicket victory over Scotland in their final T20 World Cup match, marking their first win in the tournament in 12 years. Kushal Bhurtel's explosive start and Dipendra Singh Airee's unbeaten fifty led Nepal to victory.

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Who India Will Face In Super 8s

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Team India is set for the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, where they will face South Africa, Zimbabwe, and West Indies. Here's the schedule.

Mukul Roy, ex-railway minister and TMC leader, passes away

Mukul Roy, ex-railway minister and TMC leader, passes away

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran politician and former railway minister Mukul Roy, a key figure in West Bengal politics, has died due to cardiac arrest, marking the end of a significant era.

The Gulf Dream That Led To A Palace

The Gulf Dream That Led To A Palace

Rediff.com6 days ago

After spending 43 years working inside Dubai's royal palace, a man from Kottakkal returned home with nothing but gratitude for the life he lived in extraordinary circumstances.

Ex Pak Cricketer's Second Marriage Sparks Cheating Allegations

Ex Pak Cricketer's Second Marriage Sparks Cheating Allegations

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim faces serious allegations from ex-wife Sannia Ashfaq after announcing his marriage to influencer Nyla Raja, triggering a public war of words on social media.

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Roar Back in Super 8s?

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Roar Back in Super 8s?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's recent struggles in the T20 World Cup have raised concerns, but experts believe his confidence remains intact and a strong comeback is imminent.

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'Here's to India x France. And to many more stories waiting to be told.'

Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Cooling hub Sri City gets a Carrier legacy stamp

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sri City in Andhra Pradesh is dubbed the "Cooling City" of India, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of the air conditioners (ACs) manufactured in the country. On Tuesday, this industrial hub added one more feather to its cooling credentials. Carrier Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Ltd, the Indian arm of the oldest AC company in the world, Carrier Global, signed a deal to invest around ~1,000 crore for a new manufacturing unit at Sri City.

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

T20 World Cup: 100,000 Fans Fell Silent, Disappeared Into The Darkness

Rediff.com2 days ago

To witness over 100,000 people sitting in stunned silence is not a sight one can forget easily.

'Flow Around The Corner': Morkel Backs India To Crack Spin Code

'Flow Around The Corner': Morkel Backs India To Crack Spin Code

Rediff.com5 days ago

Morne Morkel backs India's batting unit to improve against spin ahead of Super Eight clash vs South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup.

Swami Avimukteshwaranand booked under POCSO Act

Swami Avimukteshwaranand booked under POCSO Act

Rediff.com3 days ago

The action was taken after a Prayagraj court directed that a case be registered on an application moved by Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj and others.

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

BJP applying pressure but no alliance with them, says TVK

Rediff.com5 days ago

Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has firmly stated that it will not form an alliance with the BJP, despite what it describes as increasing pressure from the saffron party.

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

Rediff.com7 days ago

When Arundhati Roy wrote her first novel God of Small Things, her team reached out to Shah Rukh Khan inviting him to read a passage from the book at its Mumbai launch. Perhaps because he still held a grudge, Khan refused the invitation.

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Sheena Bora Murder Trial: The Great Skipping Rope Game

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Sheena Bora's birthday fell on February 11 and it's been 14 years since she disappeared into thin air. She would have been 39. Nearly one-and-a-half decades later are we patiently inching nearer to knowing the truth of what happened?

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

India vs Netherlands: Shivam Dube: India's Secret Weapon At T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shivam Dube is making a name for himself as a premier power-hitter in the T20 World Cup, delivering impactful performances with both bat and ball for Team India.

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Shai Hope steers Windies past Italy into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shai Hope's impressive 75 was not enough as Italy's disciplined bowling attack restricted the West Indies to a modest total of 165 for six in their T20 World Cup group stage match.

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com4 days ago

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rashid Khan wants more matches against stronger teams

Rediff.com6 days ago

Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan emphasised the need for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team's victory over Canada in the T20 World Cup. He highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in batting and death overs bowling, and acknowledged the painful setback of a narrow defeat to South Africa.

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati, Howrah

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'The sleeper variant is designed for long-distance journeys, with modern berths, improved interiors and enhanced safety features.'

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

AI System To Transform Training, Injury Tracking In Indian Sports

Rediff.com5 days ago

India launches AI-driven SPEEED platform to track athlete performance, predict injuries, tackle age fraud and revolutionise sports science nationwide.

T20 World Cup: 3 Matches, 3 Ducks: What's Wrong with Abhishek?

T20 World Cup: 3 Matches, 3 Ducks: What's Wrong with Abhishek?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Abhishek Sharma's struggles in the T20 World Cup continue as he fails to score in his first three innings.

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Barcelona Slip in Title Race After Girona Shock

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Barcelona missed the chance to reclaim the LaLiga summit after suffering a 2-1 derby defeat to Girona, who roared back in the second half to leave Real Madrid top of the table.

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Priyanka Chopra mounts her status as an icon and legend with her recent look and we can't stop staring.

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook expressed satisfaction after his side qualified for the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup after beating Italy by 24 runs.

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Super Eights match between India and South Africa is expected to be played on a black soil pitch that favors seamers, potentially influencing India's team selection strategy.

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Rediff.com1 days ago

'That journey across India has changed me forever.'

Rajaji bust replaces Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rajaji bust replaces Lutyens' statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com2 days ago

A bust of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, the first Indian governor-general, has replaced a statue of British architect Edwin Lutyens at Rashtrapati Bhavan, symbolizing a move away from colonial influences and embracing Indian heritage.

Ranji Trophy: Rahul, Padikkal put Karnataka in driver's seat on Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Rahul, Padikkal put Karnataka in driver's seat on Day 1

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Rahul, Padikkal power Karnataka to 355/2 with big hundreds