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Modi Inaugurates Micron Semiconductor Plant in Sanand

Modi Inaugurates Micron Semiconductor Plant in Sanand

Rediff.com6 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Micron Technology's semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, highlighting India's growing presence in the hardware sector and its strong partnership with the United States in AI and chip technologies.

Alyssa Healy's ton in farewell ODI powers Australia to 3-0 sweep

Alyssa Healy's ton in farewell ODI powers Australia to 3-0 sweep

Rediff.com5 days ago

Healy quits ODI cricket on a high with 158, leads Australia to 185-run win and 3-0 sweep over India

T20 World Cup: Tilak Varma switches gears, ready to rescue India anytime

T20 World Cup: Tilak Varma switches gears, ready to rescue India anytime

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma says he is ready to play a cautious, anchoring role alongside Suryakumar Yadav in the T20 World Cup if the situation demands, and confirms Jasprit Bumrah's fitness for the upcoming match against Namibia.

IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

Rediff.com1 days ago

An Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter jet went missing shortly after taking off from Jorhat airbase in Assam, prompting a search and rescue operation.

Arshdeep's Crucial Over, Bumrah's Twin Strike Win Praise

Arshdeep's Crucial Over, Bumrah's Twin Strike Win Praise

Rediff.com4 days ago

Ravichandran Ashwin praised Arshdeep Singh's crucial 19th over and Abhishek Nayar hailed Jasprit Bumrah's game-changing spell against West Indies in the Super 8 match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday.

ISL Clubs Allege AIFF Profiting Despite Assurances

ISL Clubs Allege AIFF Profiting Despite Assurances

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Twelve Indian Super League clubs have accused the All India Football Federation of retaining a surplus from the current season, despite promising not to profit from the league.

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

T20 World Cup: We deserve to be in Mumbai, says Surya after booking semi berth

Rediff.com5 days ago

India defeated the West Indies to secure a spot in the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, with opener Sanju Samson's making an unbeaten 97.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Abhishek Sharma fine-tunes batting against spin ahead of England clash

T20 World Cup semifinal: Abhishek Sharma fine-tunes batting against spin ahead of England clash

Rediff.com3 days ago

Abhishek Sharma focuses on his batting against spin during a net session ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, recalling his past success at Wankhede Stadium.

DYFI Alleges Government Weak Stand on APSC Exam Irregularities

DYFI Alleges Government Weak Stand on APSC Exam Irregularities

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) has voiced concerns over the government's handling of the Justice (Retd) Biplab Kumar Sharma Commission report on irregularities in APSC examinations, alleging a weak stance in implementing its recommendations.

Rupee slumps 69 paise to all-time low of 92.18/USD

Rupee slumps 69 paise to all-time low of 92.18/USD

Rediff.com3 days ago

Rupee slumped 69 paise to an all-time low of 92.18 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, as a sharp spike in crude oil prices amid geopolitical tensions following the escalation of the US-Iran conflict weighed on investor sentiment.

National interest to guide crude sourcing: India amid Russia oil row

National interest to guide crude sourcing: India amid Russia oil row

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

India will maintain multiple sources for crude oil purchases and diversify them to ensure stability in the supply chain with national interests remaining the "guiding factor" for the procurement, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.

PIX: How India's Under-19 World champs celebrated!

PIX: How India's Under-19 World champs celebrated!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's skipper Ayush Mhatre said his team wanted to carry the legacy of Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur after winning the 2026 ICC Under 19 World Cup in Harare on Friday.

BJP leads with Rs 6,769 cr income in FY25; Congress second at Rs 918 cr

BJP leads with Rs 6,769 cr income in FY25; Congress second at Rs 918 cr

Rediff.com1 days ago

A report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals that the BJP declared the highest income among national parties in FY 2024-25, while the Congress's income declined.

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

Rediff.com3 days ago

Whenever he has played a match-winning knock, the pride in Malayalees travels faster than the fastest delivery in world cricket.

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus on Wednesday took a slight dig at the organisers for not scheduling their training sessions in the night ahead of their T20 World Cup game against India under lights.

Middle East crisis: Indian airlines cancel 350 flights on Sunday

Middle East crisis: Indian airlines cancel 350 flights on Sunday

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian airlines are expected to cancel 444 international flights due to airspace restrictions in the Middle East following attacks on Iran by Israel and the US. The civil aviation ministry is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with airlines to ensure passenger safety and minimize disruptions.

'Respect The Name: Sanju Samson!!!'

'Respect The Name: Sanju Samson!!!'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Praise poured in from all corners for Sanju Samson who guided India to a victory over the West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.

GalaxEye Plans 300 Kg Satellites

GalaxEye Plans 300 Kg Satellites

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Today, as I look at our satellite -- tested, finished and ready to ship -- represents 1,642 days of grit and belief.'

T20 World Cup: New Zealand took 'bull by horns' to stop South Africa juggernaut: Finn Allen

T20 World Cup: New Zealand took 'bull by horns' to stop South Africa juggernaut: Finn Allen

Rediff.com2 days ago

Finn Allen's blistering century led New Zealand to a stunning nine-wicket victory over South Africa in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan's T20 World Cup boycott row: 'India focussed only on cricket'

Pakistan's T20 World Cup boycott row: 'India focussed only on cricket'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said the Indian team was always mentally prepared to face Pakistan in the T20 World Cup and the recent confirmation of their participation has only strengthened their focus on cricket.

Sri Lanka Completes Post-Mortem on Iranian Sailors After Frigate Sinking

Sri Lanka Completes Post-Mortem on Iranian Sailors After Frigate Sinking

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Sri Lanka has completed the post-mortem examination of Iranian sailors recovered from the frigate IRIS Dena, which allegedly sank after a US submarine attack. Eighty of the 84 bodies have been identified by survivors, and an opposition protest was held against military aggression against Iran.

Reliance Jio aims to be among first scalable token service providers

Reliance Jio aims to be among first scalable token service providers

Rediff.com1 days ago

Reliance Jio is aiming to be one of the first scalable token service providers in the world by deeply adopting and integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations, said Jio Platforms group chief executive officer (CEO) Mathew Oommen at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

T20 World Cup: 'Switched off phone, social media and listened to myself': Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: 'Switched off phone, social media and listened to myself': Sanju Samson

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sanju Samson reveals how he overcame a lean patch by shutting out negativity and focusing on self-belief, culminating in a match-winning performance against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup.

West Asia crisis: MEA sets up control room for Indians

West Asia crisis: MEA sets up control room for Indians

Rediff.com3 days ago

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the Indian government has established a control room to provide crucial support and assistance to the nearly one crore Indian citizens residing in the region.

T20 WC: Babar Azam Mocked by Ex-Teammates Before India Clash

T20 WC: Babar Azam Mocked by Ex-Teammates Before India Clash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

With Sunday's big clash against arch-rivals India coming up, fans and critics alike are left wondering- can Babar deliver when it really matters?

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Karnataka Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16 and increased measures to prevent drug abuse in schools, colleges, and universities, alongside investments in education infrastructure and mental health support.

Lakshya Sen Dominates Li Shifeng to Reach All England Open Semifinals

Lakshya Sen Dominates Li Shifeng to Reach All England Open Semifinals

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Lakshya Sen defeated Li Shifeng in straight games to reach the semifinals of the All England Open.

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

SJFI National Convention Returns to Delhi After 23 Years

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) National Convention will be held in Delhi from March 13 to 16, marking its return to the city after 23 years and celebrating the Golden Jubilee of SJFI.

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Shai Hope Takes Blame For West Indies' T20 World Cup Ouster

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's X-Factor May Trouble India

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's X-Factor May Trouble India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India's biggest challenge could come from an unexpected source -- Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq.

Latest Launched Mobile Phones in India -- New Models 2026

Latest Launched Mobile Phones in India -- New Models 2026

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

From flagship rivals to strong mid-range contenders, here's a look at the latest mobile phones available in India, what they offer, how much they cost, and who should consider buying them.

Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh ban social media for kids

Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh ban social media for kids

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh announce ban social media for teens, sparking debate about its effectiveness, impact on education, and implications for advertisers targeting young audiences.

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Andhra Plans Rs 25,000 Incentive for Second Child

Rediff.com1 days ago

'We will give Rs 25,000 to parents having a second child or more at the time of delivery itself.'

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Rediff.com3 days ago

India opener Smriti Mandhana has risen to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings.

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Lack Of Political Unity Is India's Greatest Challenge

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'No, India and China were not about to go to all-out war over a few rocks of Galwan.' 'The full picture of what went on at the highest level between two heads of State will not be known for a very, very long time and rightly so,' points out Colonel Anil A Athale, former head of the history division, ministry of defence.

IIT Kharagpur to Open School of Digital Learning, AI and Machine Learning

IIT Kharagpur to Open School of Digital Learning, AI and Machine Learning

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has announced the launch of a new school dedicated to digital learning, applied artificial intelligence, and machine learning, supported by a significant philanthropic commitment.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com4 days ago

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Rediff.com1 days ago

The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.

Iran conflict: 'My sister reported loud explosions'

Iran conflict: 'My sister reported loud explosions'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian parents express growing anxiety and fear for the safety of their children studying in Iran, as the conflict between Iran and Israel escalates. They are appealing to the Indian government for immediate evacuation.

Great news for...: Modi on India-US interim trade pact

Great news for...: Modi on India-US interim trade pact

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Modi highlights the potential for large-scale employment generation for women and youngsters.