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First meet at Seva Teerth: Cabinet pledges citizen-centric governance

First meet at Seva Teerth: Cabinet pledges citizen-centric governance

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

The Union Cabinet, meeting at the new PMO complex 'Seva Teerth', resolved to prioritize citizen empowerment and service in all its decisions, guided by the principle of 'Nagrik Devo Bhava'.

CSK Begin New Era Without Dhoni, Raina in IPL 2026 Opener

CSK Begin New Era Without Dhoni, Raina in IPL 2026 Opener

Rediff.com2 days ago

CSK begin IPL 2026 without Dhoni and Raina for the first time ever, marking a historic shift as the franchise enters a new era under Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Struggling Tottenham Hotspur appoint De Zerbi as manager

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as their manager on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Tuesday, and the Italian coach has seven games to steer the North London side to safety.

IndiGo flyer attempts to open emergency exit twice, arrested

IndiGo flyer attempts to open emergency exit twice, arrested

Rediff.com2 days ago

After his arrest, the accused told police that it was his first time on a flight and he was feeling anxious.

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

India unveils 'Prahaar', first national counter-terror policy

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The policy unveiled by the home ministry is based on seven key pillars to counter the terror threats emanating from India or abroad -- prevention, responses, aggregating internal capacities, human rights and "Rule of Law"-based processes.

Historic! Iraq seals last FIFA World Cup spot after 40 years

Historic! Iraq seals last FIFA World Cup spot after 40 years

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Iraq defeated Bolivia 2-1 in an inter-confederation playoff to qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years. Aymen Hussein scored the winning goal, securing Iraq's place in Group I alongside France, Norway, and Senegal.

IPL 2026: Leaving CSK Was Emotional, But...

IPL 2026: Leaving CSK Was Emotional, But...

Rediff.com1 days ago

Senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said leaving Chennai Super Kings was a 'difficult' decision but he is happy to be back at Rajasthan Royals -- where he won his first IPL title.

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Rory McIlroy, the five-time Major winner, will participate in the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club for the second year running. Tommy Fleetwood has also confirmed his participation.

No proof, no benefits: Govt clarifies limits of census data use

No proof, no benefits: Govt clarifies limits of census data use

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, has reassured the public that individual data collected during the upcoming census will remain confidential and cannot be used for any purpose other than statistical aggregation.

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from a recent rollover crash in Florida.

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

First Jobs Of 9 World Leaders

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Before they commanded nations, commanded armies... or commanded headlines, these world leaders once led lives that were unexpectedly ordinary.

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

J&K Wrestler Hamam Hussain Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games After Years of Struggle

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Jammu and Kashmir wrestler Hamam Hussain overcame years of hardship, including selling milk to support his family, to win a gold medal at the Khelo India Tribal Games.

Stormy first part of Budget Session ends

Stormy first part of Budget Session ends

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The first leg of the Budget session concluded with debates over the India-US trade deal and a former army chief's memoir, and will reassemble on March 9.

IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi, bowlers star as DC thump LSG by 6 wkts

IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi, bowlers star as DC thump LSG by 6 wkts

Rediff.com3 minutes ago

Sameer Rizvi struck an unbeaten 70 to help guide Delhi Capitals to a 6-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL 2026 opener in Lucknow on Wednesday.

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Australian-born striker Ryan Williams describes his emotions after scoring on his India debut in an Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong.

How Did a 590 Crore Fraud Go Undetected At IDFC First Bank?

How Did a 590 Crore Fraud Go Undetected At IDFC First Bank?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The quantum of fraud detected by the bank is more than the 503 crore net profit it reported for the October-December quarter of 2025-2026.

Kosovo Dreams Of FIFA World Cup Spot After Overcoming Sporting Ban

Kosovo Dreams Of FIFA World Cup Spot After Overcoming Sporting Ban

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kosovo is on the brink of qualifying for the World Cup for the first time, a significant achievement after overcoming a sporting ban during Serbian rule in the 1990s.

Italy STUNNED! Bosnia end World Cup hopes again

Italy STUNNED! Bosnia end World Cup hopes again

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Italy's World Cup drought continues after a playoff loss to Bosnia, while the Czech Republic and Sweden secured their spots in the tournament with dramatic victories over Denmark and Poland, respectively.

IPL 2026: Why Is Mukesh Ambani So Happy?

IPL 2026: Why Is Mukesh Ambani So Happy?

Rediff.com2 days ago

This was the first time that MI had won the opening match of an IPL season since 2012.

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the schedule for the first 20 games to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

Census twist: Live-in couples seen as 'married' if they call it stable

Census twist: Live-in couples seen as 'married' if they call it stable

Rediff.com1 days ago

The 16th Census of India in 2026 will treat stable live-in relationships as marriages, according to the self-enumeration portal's FAQ section. The portal provides guidance on various housing and household-related questions for self-enumeration.

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Score His First Run?

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Score His First Run?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

What Abhishek should understand is that what defines a good cricketer is not the duck, but how he responds to it and overcomes it.

India U-23 Football Team Falls Short Against Tajikistan in Tri-Nation Championship

India U-23 Football Team Falls Short Against Tajikistan in Tri-Nation Championship

Rediff.com23 hours ago

The India U23 men's national team lost 1-0 to Tajikistan in the final match of the U23 Tri-Nation Championship 2026, held in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. Tajikistan secured the championship title with the win.

Why India's Local-First AI Strategy Could Be A Winner

Why India's Local-First AI Strategy Could Be A Winner

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Country's startups are carving a unique path by prioritising local, application-led innovation over the global pursuit of scale.

Goalkeepers Shine as Sreenidi Deccan, Shillong Lajong Draw in IFL Top-of-Table Match

Goalkeepers Shine as Sreenidi Deccan, Shillong Lajong Draw in IFL Top-of-Table Match

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC played to a goalless draw in their Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 match, with both goalkeepers putting in strong performances.

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

Rediff.com1 days ago

UP Prometheans will replace Chennai Lions in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) league. Season 7 will be held in Goa in July and will feature seven teams competing in a single round-robin format.

The boy before Sachin Tendulkar: Anil Gurav's unfulfilled journey

The boy before Sachin Tendulkar: Anil Gurav's unfulfilled journey

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Anil Gurav, once hailed as Mumbai's 'Vivian Richards' and an Achrekar prodigy, dies at 61-his story a poignant tale of talent that never fulfilled its promise.

Will Ponting, Shreyas Finally End Punjab Kings' IPL Curse?

Will Ponting, Shreyas Finally End Punjab Kings' IPL Curse?

Rediff.com1 days ago

For a franchise that has waited for nearly two decades for an IPL crown, could this be the year when Punjab Kings finally create IPL history?

Ashwin set for MLC debut, creates history in USA

Ashwin set for MLC debut, creates history in USA

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is set to debut in Major League Cricket after signing with the San Francisco Unicorns, becoming the first India-capped player to join the league.

Ashutosh Sharma Tops Bidding at Madhya Pradesh League Auction

Ashutosh Sharma Tops Bidding at Madhya Pradesh League Auction

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Ashutosh Sharma became the most expensive player in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) auction, fetching Rs 15 lakh. The MPL, featuring 10 teams, will be held in Indore in June, with the winning team receiving the Scindia Cup and Rs 50 lakh.

NASA's Moon Rocket Ready For Launch: Artemis II Countdown Begins At Kennedy

NASA's Moon Rocket Ready For Launch: Artemis II Countdown Begins At Kennedy

Rediff.com2 days ago

The glimpses from NASA's Artemis II mission capture a historic moment -- preparations for humanity's return to the Moon for the first time since the Apollo 17 Moon landing in 1972.

IPL 2026: 'Connolly will be one of the finds of this season'

IPL 2026: 'Connolly will be one of the finds of this season'

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Yuzvendra Chahal praises Cooper Connolly's maturity and potential after his match-winning debut for Punjab Kings in the IPL.

Census kicks off in Delhi with President, PM leading digital count

Census kicks off in Delhi with President, PM leading digital count

Rediff.com19 minutes ago

This will be India's 16th Census and the eighth since Independence. For the first time, citizens will also have the option of self-enumeration.

Arunachal Pradesh's Nedi Ngi shines as Maharashtra dominates at Khelo India Tribal Games

Arunachal Pradesh's Nedi Ngi shines as Maharashtra dominates at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Arunachal Pradesh's Nedi Ngi won gold in the women's 5000m at the Khelo India Tribal Games, while Maharashtra dominated the men's event. Karnataka leads the medal tally.

First Valentine's Day Together? A No-Pressure Guide

First Valentine's Day Together? A No-Pressure Guide

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Your first Valentine's Day as a couple can feel like a test. How much is too much? How little is too little? Are you supposed to plan something perfect?

Harpreet Brar Determined to Earn India A Call-Up After IPL Performances

Harpreet Brar Determined to Earn India A Call-Up After IPL Performances

Rediff.com2 days ago

Left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar expresses his desire to play for India A after consistent performances in the IPL, drawing inspiration from his Punjab teammates and aiming to improve his economy rate.

IPL 2026: 'I was just trying to enjoy': Connolly dazzles on debut

IPL 2026: 'I was just trying to enjoy': Connolly dazzles on debut

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Cooper Connolly was named Player of the Match after an unbeaten 72 on debut powered Punjab Kings to a tense three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 opener.

Turkey END 24-year wait to reach FIFA World Cup again

Turkey END 24-year wait to reach FIFA World Cup again

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Turkey has qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a 24-year absence, defeating Kosovo in their playoff final. Kerem Akturkoglu's goal secured the victory, sparking celebrations across Turkey.

'Beginning of a new chapter': Modi inaugurates Noida airport in Jewar

'Beginning of a new chapter': Modi inaugurates Noida airport in Jewar

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, highlighting its role as a multi-modal transport hub and its potential to significantly boost cargo and passenger handling capacity.

Pakistan, Afghanistan, China Meet to Discuss Escalating Tensions

Pakistan, Afghanistan, China Meet to Discuss Escalating Tensions

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Officials from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China are meeting in Urumqi to discuss regional security concerns and potential confidence-building measures.