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Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Kuldeep Yadav -- Team India's perennial scapegoat

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'Am I the reason team will lose? Kuldeep might think, I am bowling so well, even after that I am not playing, then am I the problem in this team?'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

'Life Possesses No Value In Our System'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'A bus driver should possess a comprehensive road plan: Toll plazas, major hospitals, road conditions, repairs, diversions, and dangerous areas.' 'Only through such preparation can we save lives.' 'Otherwise, simply sitting in the driver's seat and pressing the accelerator -- anyone can do that.'

Woman Strips Naked On Flight

Woman Strips Naked On Flight

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

A woman passenger stripped naked and started screaming on a Southwest Airlines flight about to take off from Houston to Phoenix.

Team India to leave for Australia on Oct 15

Team India to leave for Australia on Oct 15

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

The Indian ODI squad will depart for Australia in two separate batches on October 15 from the national capital with logistics and ticket availability determining the final travel schedule.

Abhishek Celebrates With Mentor Yuvraj

Abhishek Celebrates With Mentor Yuvraj

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Yuvraj Singh has been coaching the Punjab left-hander for years, grooming him into one of the best batters in T20 cricket.

Gujarat police rescue woman from 'love jihad' in Assam

Gujarat police rescue woman from 'love jihad' in Assam

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Gujarat police rescued a 20-year-old woman from Assam, allegedly trapped in a 'love jihad' scheme. The woman was lured by an Assamese man and taken to Assam without her family's knowledge. Police tracked them down and reunited the woman with her family.

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

As India and China continue to face off across the Himalayas six decades later, the echoes of that earlier conflict remain unmistakable. The core of China's sensitivity lies not in maps or mountain passes, but in its perception of sovereignty over Tibet, points out Dr Kumar.

India successfully tests desi integrated air defence system

India successfully tests desi integrated air defence system

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

India has successfully conducted maiden flight tests of an integrated air defence weapon system (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha. The system includes quick reaction surface-to-air missiles, very short range air defence system (VSHORADS) missiles, and a high power laser based directed energy weapons (DEW) system.

Onam Flowers Cost Actor Rs 1L Fine In Oz

Onam Flowers Cost Actor Rs 1L Fine In Oz

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Airport authorities discovered around 15 centimetres of jasmine flowers in Navya Nair's bag, and under Australian laws, the import of fresh flowers is strictly prohibited.

After backlash, Afghan FM Muttaqi opens presser to women scribes

After backlash, Afghan FM Muttaqi opens presser to women scribes

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the controversy surrounding the absence of women journalists at a recent press interaction in New Delhi, stating there was no intention to exclude them. He also discussed trade and investment opportunities between Afghanistan and India.

Pak extends closure of airspace for Indian flights by a month

Pak extends closure of airspace for Indian flights by a month

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Pakistan has decided to extend the closure of its airspace for Indian flights by another month, a media report said on Wednesday.

Navi Mumbai International Airport to be inaugurated on Oct 8

Navi Mumbai International Airport to be inaugurated on Oct 8

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

The Navi Mumbai International Airport will be inaugurated on October 8, Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said on Wednesday. The airport, which received the aerodrome licence from aviation safety regulator DGCA on Tuesday, is being developed in multiple phases.

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

HC directs Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to passenger over hair in food

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The Madras High Court has directed Air India to pay Rs 35,000 to a passenger who suffered health complications after consuming food containing hair on a flight. The court partly allowed Air India's appeal against a lower court's order for a larger compensation.

Pilot Training In India Is Below The Mark

Pilot Training In India Is Below The Mark

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

The principal problem lies in lack of training infrastructure and relatively lax safety standards.

Pahalgam attackers in Lanka? Chennai-Colombo flight searched

Pahalgam attackers in Lanka? Chennai-Colombo flight searched

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Sri Lankan police searched a flight arriving in Colombo from Chennai after receiving a tip that a suspect linked to the Pahalgam terror attack could be on board. The search was conducted in coordination with local authorities following an alert from the Chennai Area Control Centre. The aircraft was thoroughly inspected and cleared for further operations.

London's Heathrow airport closure disrupts flight ops

London's Heathrow airport closure disrupts flight ops

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Following a significant power outage, operations at the London Heathrow (LHR) have been suspended till 2359 hours (local time) on March 21 (05.30 am March 22, IST).

'War is over in Gaza': Trump as Israel, Hamas free captives

'War is over in Gaza': Trump as Israel, Hamas free captives

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Trump described the his Israel visit as "a very special time," calling it a moment filled with excitement and unity.

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'He is a man of action and goes to the ground and solves the problem.' 'Be it the Air India crash of Ahmedabad, Morbi bridge collapse, Deesa blast or Gambhira bridge collapse, he is on the spot.'

Indian charged with sexual assault on US flight

Indian charged with sexual assault on US flight

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

A 36-year-old Indian-origin man, Bhaveshkumar Dahyabhai Shukla, has been charged with sexually assaulting a fellow passenger on a flight from Montana to Texas. Shukla faces two years of imprisonment, a USD 250,000 fine, and at least five years of supervised release if convicted.

India to send man into space by 2027, land on Moon by 2040

India to send man into space by 2027, land on Moon by 2040

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announces ambitious space program goals, including landing Indians on the Moon by 2040 and launching the 'Gaganyaan' mission in 2027. The agency is also working on a national space station and uncrewed missions.

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

A court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, noting that his arrest by the Belgian authorities on India's request was valid, officials in the know of the development said.

Capt Sabharwal's father moves SC for probe into AI crash

Capt Sabharwal's father moves SC for probe into AI crash

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Father of deceased pilot and Federation of Indian Pilots petition Supreme Court for a court-monitored inquiry into the Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad.

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

The Man Who Captures Vultures On Camera

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Like the dinosaurs, vultures face extinction. From 40 million 33 years ago, only 35,000 to 45,000 vultures remain in India.

Aus ODIs: Big Calls, Bold Omissions On Cards!

Aus ODIs: Big Calls, Bold Omissions On Cards!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Aus ODIs: Bumrah, Gill workload to be discussed, battle between Jaiswal and Abhishek

2,417 Indians deported or repatriated from US since Jan: Govt

2,417 Indians deported or repatriated from US since Jan: Govt

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

During the weekly media briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India's firm stance against illegal migration, emphasising commitment to promoting legal pathways for migration.

Swapping F1 car for van, Sainz drives Leclerc to Monaco

Swapping F1 car for van, Sainz drives Leclerc to Monaco

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'After such a difficult weekend, I thought it couldn't get worse... but here we are,' he quipped, turning the camera to show Sainz driving through a tunnel.

Pak lost Rs 4.1 billion after closing airspace to Indian flights

Pak lost Rs 4.1 billion after closing airspace to Indian flights

Rediff.com10 Aug 2025

The airspace ban was extended after ties between the two countries deteriorated due to the four-day conflict as India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 and destroyed terror infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan.

Women's WC: Sciver-Brunt, Ecclestone combine to demolish Sri Lanka

Women's WC: Sciver-Brunt, Ecclestone combine to demolish Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Sciver-Brunt's record ton, Ecclestone's magical spell power England to 89-run win over Sri Lanka

No dirty business or manipulation in AI171 crash probe: Minister

No dirty business or manipulation in AI171 crash probe: Minister

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu assures a clean investigation into the Air India plane crash, dismissing concerns of manipulation. The statement follows calls for a judicial probe and criticism of selective leaks from the preliminary report.

Stealth Fighter Test Flight Scheduled For 2028

Stealth Fighter Test Flight Scheduled For 2028

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Private and public defence players can bid to participate in the stealth fighter development programme independently, as a joint venture, or as consortia.

'Mentality of selectors...' Rahane's bold stance!

'Mentality of selectors...' Rahane's bold stance!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Rahane recommends radical change in appointment of selectors, Pujara agrees partially

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Perhaps, another Ranji title with Mumbai will be a fitting send off for Ajinkya Rahane.

Shuks' Space Flight: 'A Leapfrog Moment For India'

Shuks' Space Flight: 'A Leapfrog Moment For India'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You can imagine for India what Shuks means not just to the billions of people in India but the entire Indian diaspora around the world.'

Wellalage back in squad days after father's passing

Wellalage back in squad days after father's passing

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Wellalage rejoins Sri Lanka squad after father's demise, available for Super Four clash

'Sai knows what areas he needs to get better at'

'Sai knows what areas he needs to get better at'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Sai was never under pressure as he is mentally very tough: Kotak

Race For Stealth Fighter Jet Heats Up

Race For Stealth Fighter Jet Heats Up

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

This is seen as the first concrete opportunity to break HAL's monopoly in combat aircraft manufacturing, potentially opening the door to a private-sector fighter jet producer.

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'Every parent should rethink their decisions to send their children to the US.'

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

No BCCI representatives travelled to Dubai. As reported by Dainik Jagran, the board was mindful of public sentiment and growing calls for a boycott, choosing to skip those matches out of respect for the prevailing national mood.

PIX: India close in on win after Windies brief fight back

PIX: India close in on win after Windies brief fight back

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

IMAGES from Day 4 of the 2nd Test between India and West Indies in New Delhi on Monday.

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'