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Ethiopians Dominate Chandigarh International Marathon

Ethiopians Dominate Chandigarh International Marathon

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ethiopia's Olbana Negasa Yadate and Meskerem Tesfaye Fikadu won the full marathon at the Chandigarh International Marathon, while other athletes triumphed in half marathon and 10k races.

T20 World Cup: Any Doubts About Sanju Being A Match Winner?

T20 World Cup: Any Doubts About Sanju Being A Match Winner?

Rediff.com5 days ago

When the script of the match was leading towards a sad ending for his team, Sanju Samson played that unhurried knock, exactly what was needed at that moment.

'Back Home And Safe': P V Sindhu Returns To Bangalore After Dubai Flight Disruption

'Back Home And Safe': P V Sindhu Returns To Bangalore After Dubai Flight Disruption

Rediff.com4 days ago

P V Sindhu has returned to India after being stranded in Dubai due to airspace closures in the Gulf region, forcing her withdrawal from the All England Championships.

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

GST Collections Rise by 8.1% in February

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's gross GST collection increased by 8.1 per cent to over Rs 1.83 lakh crore in February, driven by higher import revenues and improved domestic sales. Despite some states reporting negative or below-average growth, experts see the overall trend as a sign of a maturing tax ecosystem and a confident domestic market.

Mamata Banerjee and Narendra Modi clash over President Murmu's remarks on tribal development in West Bengal.

Mamata Banerjee and Narendra Modi clash over President Murmu's remarks on tribal development in West Bengal.

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after President Droupadi Murmu raised concerns about the lack of development among tribal communities, leading to a clash between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India boycott row: BCB chief in Lahore as ICC, PCB confer

India boycott row: BCB chief in Lahore as ICC, PCB confer

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Amin ul Islam has arrived in Lahore ahead of a virtual meeting involving the PCB and ICC, amid efforts to resolve the standoff over Pakistan's proposed boycott of its T20 World Cup match against India.

Paytm Outpaces Rivals in Monetisation, Driven by Lending and Financial Services

Paytm Outpaces Rivals in Monetisation, Driven by Lending and Financial Services

Rediff.com2 days ago

A BofA Global Research report indicates that Paytm is leading in monetisation compared to its competitors due to its diversified mix of merchant lending and financial services, which enhances profitability and strengthens its position in the Indian fintech market.

Youth & Experience: Meet India's World Cup 15

Youth & Experience: Meet India's World Cup 15

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Defending champions India have unveiled a well-rounded 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup

Abbott Bets On Semaglutide Boom

Abbott Bets On Semaglutide Boom

Rediff.com7 days ago

Abbott will exclusively distribute and market Extensior in the country, becoming the second company to secure sole distribution rights for Novo's semaglutide portfolio in India, after Emcure Pharma.

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Banerjee Alleges BJP Plot to Divide Bengal Through Voter Deletions

Rediff.com10 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of manipulating voter rolls to divide the state, alleging a conspiracy to deprive Bengali-speaking people of their voting rights. She claims the Election Commission is complicit in deleting lakhs of names from voter lists.

A nice way to sign off in the yellow, says Healy after ending ODI career with ton

A nice way to sign off in the yellow, says Healy after ending ODI career with ton

Rediff.com6 days ago

Alyssa Healy scored a remarkable 158 in her final ODI match, leading Australia to a dominant victory over India and securing a 3-0 series win. Healy's performance, combined with Beth Mooney's century, highlighted Australia's strength, while India struggled with repeated mistakes.

PV Sindhu's Coach Narrowly Escapes Explosion at Dubai Airport Amidst Middle East Tensions

PV Sindhu's Coach Narrowly Escapes Explosion at Dubai Airport Amidst Middle East Tensions

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Sri Lanka recovers bodies of 80 Iranian sailors killed in US strike

Sri Lanka recovers bodies of 80 Iranian sailors killed in US strike

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Sri Lanka Navy rescued 32 Iranian sailors from a sinking naval ship off the southern coast, while also recovering several bodies. The incident occurred outside Sri Lankan waters but within its search and rescue zone.

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

T20 World Cup 2026: Points Table

Rediff.com6 days ago

T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table.

India, US To Issue Joint Statement On Trade Deal

India, US To Issue Joint Statement On Trade Deal

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'Based on the joint statement, a formal agreement will be drafted, which may take a month or month-and-a-half to finalise. We aim to sign the formal agreement by mid-March.'

Murmu's 'upset' remark sparks spat with Mamata; Modi jumps in

Murmu's 'upset' remark sparks spat with Mamata; Modi jumps in

Rediff.com6 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee escalates tensions ahead of assembly polls by accusing President Droupadi Murmu of political bias and criticising her stance on tribal welfare, sparking a major controversy.

Claude AI Experiences Another Outage

Claude AI Experiences Another Outage

Rediff.com4 days ago

Anthropic's Claude AI chatbot experienced a second outage within 24 hours, impacting users in various regions. The disruption follows a previous outage and comes amid scrutiny over the AI's capabilities and potential uses.

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

PV Sindhu Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu recounts a tense experience at Dubai Airport following an explosion, as she and her coach were stranded due to airspace closures.

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A look at five possible mouth-watering match-ups in the upcoming India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday.

Tariffs cut, $30tn market: India, US unveil interim trade pact

Tariffs cut, $30tn market: India, US unveil interim trade pact

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

The agreement addresses non-tariff barriers and promotes increased trade in technology products and cooperation between the two countries.

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Haryana Rice Exporters Face Disruptions After Iran Strikes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Rice exporters in Haryana are facing potential payment delays and shipment disruptions to Iran and Afghanistan following recent military strikes on Iran.

Formula 1 set for India comeback!

Formula 1 set for India comeback!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Sports Ministry is keen to bring Formula 1 back to the Buddh International Circuit in Noida in the near future.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Farhan vows fireworks against India in Colombo

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's Farhan vows fireworks against India in Colombo

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Pakistan's cricket team, led by player-of-the-match Sahibzada Farhan, plans to adopt an aggressive and positive approach in their upcoming high-stakes match against India in the T20 World Cup, aiming for a strong performance and crucial victories.

Gold and Silver Prices Soar as West Asia Conflict Intensifies

Gold and Silver Prices Soar as West Asia Conflict Intensifies

Rediff.com5 days ago

Precious metal prices, particularly gold and silver, experienced a significant surge in the national capital as investors sought safe-haven assets amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East.

India now trusted partner for growth, Modi tells diaspora in Malaysia

India now trusted partner for growth, Modi tells diaspora in Malaysia

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Modi, who arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday on a two-day visit, referred to the trade deals India agreed with various countries and said India is seen as a "trusted partner for growth".

Indian women's cricket team nominated for 2026 Laureus Award

Indian women's cricket team nominated for 2026 Laureus Award

Rediff.com4 days ago

Following their historic World Cup win, the Indian women's cricket team has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Team of the Year Award, a first for any women's cricket team.

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu won a bronze medal at the Dutch Junior International tournament, losing in the semifinals to China's Yi Qing Yin.

Strikers must defend too, says India star Navneet Kaur

Strikers must defend too, says India star Navneet Kaur

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India forward Navneet Kaur emphasizes the importance of defensive skills for modern hockey strikers, as the team prepares for the FIH World Cup Qualifier.

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

UDF Criticises LDF Government Over Sabarimala Gold Loss and Health Sector Crisis

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Congress-led UDF in Kerala has criticised the ruling LDF over the Sabarimala gold loss cases, the issue of women's entry to the shrine, and the state's health sector, where government doctors and private nurses are striking over wages.

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

'We're safe, but there is a bit of worry': Sindhu's coach Irwansyahh

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

T20 World Cup: 'Allen floored us, NZ deserved the win': SA captain admits

T20 World Cup: 'Allen floored us, NZ deserved the win': SA captain admits

Rediff.com3 days ago

Finn Allen's record-breaking century powered New Zealand to a dominant victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup semi-final, securing their place in the final.

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Sindhu's Coach Safe After Dubai Airport Explosion

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indonesian coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who trains P V Sindhu, had a narrow escape after an explosion occurred close to where they were stationed at Dubai Airport while travelling to Birmingham for the All England Championships.

Two Die in Ferozepur Clash Following Children's Argument

Two Die in Ferozepur Clash Following Children's Argument

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two people were killed in a violent clash in Ferozepur after a minor argument between children escalated. Police are investigating the incident.

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

No other option but to look ahead, says Markram after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com2 days ago

South Africa won't dwell on T20 World Cup exit, Markram says

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Airlines cancel Gulf flights; DGCA advises avoiding 11 airspaces

Rediff.com7 days ago

Airports across the country have been placed on operational alert to manage potential flight diversions, unscheduled landings and passenger facilitation requirements.

Modi speaks to Arab leaders as conflict widens

Modi speaks to Arab leaders as conflict widens

Rediff.com4 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with leaders from Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, expressing concern over attacks in West Asia and discussing the safety of the Indian community.

IIT Mandi Develops Real-Time Landslide Monitoring System

IIT Mandi Develops Real-Time Landslide Monitoring System

Rediff.com2 days ago

Researchers at IIT Mandi have developed a real-time landslide monitoring and early warning system that has been deployed in landslide-prone areas of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. The system uses machine learning and sensors to detect ground movements and provide early warnings to authorities and the public.

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com2 days ago

Two chartered accountants have been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to a cyber fraud involving Rs 641 crore.

FPI Inflow Hits 17-month High at Rs 22,615 cr In Feb

FPI Inflow Hits 17-month High at Rs 22,615 cr In Feb

Rediff.com6 days ago

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) infused Rs 22,615 crore into Indian equities in February, marking the highest monthly inflow in 17 months, driven by factors such as the interim India-US trade deal, correction in domestic market valuations, and strong corporate earnings.

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

India's January power demand hits 16-year high at 143 billion units

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

India's power demand rose 4.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 143 billion units (BUs) in January, marking the highest consumption for the month since 2010, primarily on the back of severe cold wave conditions across northern and eastern regions of the country.