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FBI issues 'wanted' notice for Indian national

FBI issues 'wanted' notice for Indian national

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a 'Wanted' notice for Indian national Major Singh, alleging his involvement in a transnational criminal organisation engaged in racketeering and unlicensed firearms dealing, linked to the 'Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organised Crime Group' which originated in Punjab, India.

Foreign Investors Pour Rs 23,544 Crore into Indian Equities in August

Foreign Investors Pour Rs 23,544 Crore into Indian Equities in August

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have significantly increased their investment in Indian equities, infusing Rs 23,544 crore in August, driven by improving quarterly earnings, a stable rupee, and positive market prospects.

Indian Chess Star Divya Deshmukh Set For Global Chess League Debut

Indian Chess Star Divya Deshmukh Set For Global Chess League Debut

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh, an Arjuna Award recipient, is set to make her debut in the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League Season 4 with defending champions Alpine Pipers. She will join a star-studded team including Magnus Carlsen, Anish Giri, and Vidit Gujrathi, expressing excitement for the rapid chess format and playing in front of a home crowd.

Tejas takes centre stage as India, Japan air chiefs fly sortie in Rajasthan

Tejas takes centre stage as India, Japan air chiefs fly sortie in Rajasthan

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita took off from Air Force Station Jodhpur in Tejas aircraft on Sunday during the ongoing Indo-Japan bilateral air exercise 'Veer Guardian-2026'.

Shubman Gill Becomes Fourth-Youngest Indian to 3,000 Test Runs

Shubman Gill Becomes Fourth-Youngest Indian to 3,000 Test Runs

Rediff.com23 Aug 2026

Shubman Gill has become the fourth-youngest Indian cricketer to reach 3,000 Test runs, achieving the milestone during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, further solidifying his impressive record, especially as captain.

No doubts on skills of Rohit and Kohli, they must continue playing: Chetan Sharma

No doubts on skills of Rohit and Kohli, they must continue playing: Chetan Sharma

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Former India chief selector Chetan Sharma has voiced strong support for batting stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, asserting that their talent and skills are beyond doubt. He believes the duo, set to return for the ODI series against West Indies, should continue playing for India as long as they perform, dismissing age as a factor. Sharma also expressed confidence in the Indian women's team winning gold at the Asian Games.

Rishabh Das In Asian Games 100m Backstroke Final

Rishabh Das In Asian Games 100m Backstroke Final

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian swimmer Rishabh Das has qualified for the men's 100m backstroke final at the Asian Games after finishing fifth in the heats. While Das showed strong performance, other Indian swimmers faced disappointment in the 100m freestyle heats.

Indian Student Hurt In Drone Strike Amid Russia-Ukraine Escalation

Indian Student Hurt In Drone Strike Amid Russia-Ukraine Escalation

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

An Indian student sustained minor injuries in a drone attack in Ufa, Russia, and is receiving treatment. The Indian Embassy in Moscow is providing assistance. The incident occurred amidst escalating drone strikes between Russia and Ukraine, with Ufa experiencing attacks on an oil refinery.

Lakshya, Ayush, Srikanth power India into Asian Games badminton quarters

Lakshya, Ayush, Srikanth power India into Asian Games badminton quarters

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Indian men's badminton team blanked Bangladesh 3-0 to enter the quarter-finals of the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya on Monday.

Fencing Association Of India Boosts Asian Games Motivation With Cash Prizes

Fencing Association Of India Boosts Asian Games Motivation With Cash Prizes

Rediff.com5 hours ago

The Fencing Association of India (FAI) has announced significant cash awards for its medallists at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, aiming to motivate fencers to achieve glory for the nation. Gold medallists will receive Rs 10 lakh, silver medallists Rs 7.5 lakh, and bronze medallists Rs 5 lakh.

Indian-American Akshay Bhatia Eyes Strong Finish At PGA TOUR Championship

Indian-American Akshay Bhatia Eyes Strong Finish At PGA TOUR Championship

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Indian-American golfer Akshay Bhatia has qualified for the season-ending TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club, joining an elite 30-man field. Having previously competed in the event, Bhatia aims to leverage his experience and consistent performance, including a strong showing at the BMW Championship, to challenge top contenders like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy for the FedExCup title and a share of the USD 40 million purse.

India's Men's Badminton Team Blanks Bangladesh, Enters Quarterfinals

India's Men's Badminton Team Blanks Bangladesh, Enters Quarterfinals

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Indian men's badminton team secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Bangladesh at the Asian Games, advancing to the quarterfinals. Lakshya Sen, Ayush Shetty, and K Srikkanth all won their respective matches without dropping a game, setting up a clash with hosts Japan. Lakshya Sen also shared insights on his form and the camaraderie among players.

Chess Olympiad: India men down Spain; women crush Mongolia

Chess Olympiad: India men down Spain; women crush Mongolia

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian men's team continued its fine performance, defeating Spain 3-1, with World champion D Gukesh showing the way with a very clean victory over former world championship challenger Alexei Shirov.

India At Asian Games: Elavenil Bags Silver Double; Suchika Assures MMA Bronze

India At Asian Games: Elavenil Bags Silver Double; Suchika Assures MMA Bronze

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has opened its Asian Games medal tally with two silvers in shooting, driven by Elavenil Valarivan's performance, and secured an unexpected podium finish in Mixed Martial Arts. The women's cricket team also advanced to the finals, aiming for a second consecutive gold.

Asian Games TT: India Women Edge Singapore, Men Lose To Iran

Asian Games TT: India Women Edge Singapore, Men Lose To Iran

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian women's table tennis team secured a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory against Singapore in the Asian Games Group F match, with Sreeja Akula and Yashaswini Ghorpade delivering crucial wins. In contrast, the Indian men's team suffered a 0-3 defeat to Iran in their Group F encounter.

Cannot give a timeline but Asia Cup trophies will be in BCCI office one day: Saikia

Cannot give a timeline but Asia Cup trophies will be in BCCI office one day: Saikia

Rediff.com3 days ago

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia stated that the missing Asia Cup trophies for both men's and women's teams will eventually reach the BCCI headquarters, though no timeline was given. He also expressed confidence in the women's team winning gold at the Asian Games.

Asian Games: Suchika Tariyal Settles For MMA Bronze After Controversial Weight Rule

Asian Games: Suchika Tariyal Settles For MMA Bronze After Controversial Weight Rule

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Suchika Tariyal secured India's first-ever medal in mixed martial arts at the Asian Games, winning a bronze in the women's traditional 60kg event.

India's Asian Games kit drama: Cricketers await right sizes

India's Asian Games kit drama: Cricketers await right sizes

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian men's cricket team is facing kit sizing issues and accommodation concerns ahead of their departure for the Asian Games. While most kit problems are being resolved, the BCCI has proactively arranged its own hotel for the team in Nagoya, Japan, due to reported delays and inadequate facilities for other athletes.

Asian Games: India Eye Another Big Win Against Sri Lanka In Men's Hockey

Asian Games: India Eye Another Big Win Against Sri Lanka In Men's Hockey

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Defending champions India are set to face lower-ranked Sri Lanka in their second Pool A match of the Asian Games men's hockey competition.

Sanju-Sundar Stroll In The Tokyo Rain

Sanju-Sundar Stroll In The Tokyo Rain

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Washington Sundar and Sanju Samson were seen enjoying a rainy evening stroll in Tokyo, ahead of India's historic first-ever T20 International against Japan in Sano on Tuesday.

How Varun Sanyal's Asian Games dream ended in blackout due to solo weight cut

How Varun Sanyal's Asian Games dream ended in blackout due to solo weight cut

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Indian MMA fighter Varun Sanyal was forced to withdraw from the Asian Games after blacking out during a solo weight-cutting session, citing a lack of support staff. He expressed disappointment but also pride in the team's overall medal performance despite logistical challenges and his late inclusion in the squad.

'Due reward': Ian Bishop hails Shafali Verma after landmark T20I century

'Due reward': Ian Bishop hails Shafali Verma after landmark T20I century

Rediff.com1 days ago

Shafali Verma smashed an unbeaten 100 off 49 balls against Bangladesh, becoming the first Indian woman to score an Asian Games century and strengthening her record-breaking 2026 T20I campaign.

Women's Hockey: Deepika hits 8 as India storm to 19-0 Asian Games win

Women's Hockey: Deepika hits 8 as India storm to 19-0 Asian Games win

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team secured a dominant 19-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their opening Pool B match at the Asian Games. Deepika was the star performer, scoring eight goals, as India showcased their superior skill and relentless attack against a struggling Uzbekistan defence.

India's Women's Hockey Team Crushes Indonesia 17-1

India's Women's Hockey Team Crushes Indonesia 17-1

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Indian women's hockey team secured its second consecutive Pool B victory at the Asian Games, defeating Indonesia 17-1. Deepika Sehrawat, Rutuja Dadaso Pisal, and Navneet Kaur each scored a hat-trick, contributing to the dominant performance. Coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed satisfaction but highlighted the upcoming match against Japan as the real challenge for topping the pool and securing direct Olympic qualification.

Asian Games Chaos: Gymnast, Coach Assigned Same Room

Asian Games Chaos: Gymnast, Coach Assigned Same Room

Rediff.com3 days ago

The accommodation troubles around the Indian contingent in Nagoya took another bizarre turn, with gymnast Pranati Nayak and her coach Ashok Mishra assigned the same room and forced to wait until the early hours before the issue was sorted.

Indian Grandfather And Grandson Achieve Rare Elbrus Summit Feat

Indian Grandfather And Grandson Achieve Rare Elbrus Summit Feat

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Lingam Ravindra Rao, 72, and his 17-year-old grandson, Anuraag Pokuri, have successfully scaled Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest peak. Rao is now the oldest Indian to achieve this feat, while Anuraag is the youngest Indian-origin person to climb both the West and East peaks back-to-back. This remarkable expedition highlights their shared passion for mountaineering and their ambition to complete the Seven Summits.

Indian men's hockey team ends World Cup campaign in eighth place after shoot-out loss

Indian men's hockey team ends World Cup campaign in eighth place after shoot-out loss

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

The Indian men's hockey team finished eighth in the FIH World Cup campaign after losing 3-4 in a shoot-out to co-hosts Belgium. The match ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw in regulation time, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring a brace for India.

India Names Strong Squad For BWF World Junior Championships

India Names Strong Squad For BWF World Junior Championships

Rediff.com1 hour ago

India has announced an 18-member squad for the upcoming BWF World Junior Championships in Cairo, Egypt. The team, featuring Asian U-17 champion Tanvi Patri and other promising talents, was selected after trials in Guwahati. India, a bronze medallist in the previous edition, aims for a strong performance, with the tournament introducing new scoring systems for the Suhandinata Cup and individual events.

Raja Krishnamoorthi lone PIO US Congressmen to vote for Russia sanctions bill

Raja Krishnamoorthi lone PIO US Congressmen to vote for Russia sanctions bill

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi voted in favour of a Russia sanctions act in the US House, diverging from his Democratic party and other Indian-American lawmakers. The bill, which passed, imposes tariffs on Russian oil and gas buyers, potentially impacting India and China, and exempts US uranium purchases from Russia.

Dhoni-Zaheer reunion at CSK: Former pacer named successor to Stephen Fleming

Dhoni-Zaheer reunion at CSK: Former pacer named successor to Stephen Fleming

Rediff.com57 minutes ago

Five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings have announced former India pace bowler Zaheer Khan as their new head coach for the IPL 2027 season, replacing long-serving Stephen Fleming.

Asian Games: Quimcy fights through pain, misses 2 bronze medals

Asian Games: Quimcy fights through pain, misses 2 bronze medals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian teqball player Quimcy D'Souza narrowly missed out on two bronze medals in women's singles and mixed doubles at a recent tournament in Nagoya. Despite suffering a back spasm and gluteus muscle strain, D'Souza displayed immense grit, pushing her opponents to the limit in back-to-back matches. Her performance, though unrewarded with a medal, highlights India's growing presence in the nascent sport of teqball.

Prannoy, Shetty Lead India's Badminton Charge At Asian Games

Prannoy, Shetty Lead India's Badminton Charge At Asian Games

Rediff.com2 days ago

Veteran Indian shuttler H S Prannoy discusses his likely final Asian Games appearance and his long-term Olympic aspirations for LA 2028. Doubles specialist Chirag Shetty urges the Indian men's badminton team to go for gold, reflecting on their previous silver medal and the team's strong cohesion.

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

The Daily Wager Who May Go To The Oscars

Rediff.com7 hours ago

'The FFI jury said Gondhal is the best film in terms of overall quality -- the sound, background music and cinematography.' 'In every aspect, I don't think this film can be compared to other Indian films. This may sound like overconfidence, but we know what we have done.'

Indian Mixed Disability Team Recreates Ganguly's Iconic Celebration At Lord's

Indian Mixed Disability Team Recreates Ganguly's Iconic Celebration At Lord's

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

The Indian mixed disability cricket team secured a significant 118-run victory over England in the final T20I, celebrating their win by emulating Sourav Ganguly's famous shirt-waving act at the Lord's balcony.

India coach backs women boxers to end Asian Games gold wait

India coach backs women boxers to end Asian Games gold wait

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian women's boxing head coach Santiago Nieva is confident the team can secure an elusive gold medal at the upcoming Asian Games, building on their strong performance at the Commonwealth Games. Despite facing tough competition from powerhouses like China and Kazakhstan, Nieva believes the current squad is the best the country has seen and is capable of overcoming challenges, including previous struggles against Chinese opponents, by focusing on controlling bouts.

Quimcy narrowly misses bronze as India suffer double teqball heartbreak

Quimcy narrowly misses bronze as India suffer double teqball heartbreak

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian teqball player Quimcy Dsouza lost a hard-fought bronze medal match to Japan's Yuina Sakamoto at the Asian Games in Nagoya. Dsouza showed a strong comeback, taking both sets to a narrow 11-12 finish, but ultimately fell short.

Davis Cup: Suresh loses thriller as India go 1-0 down vs Korea

Davis Cup: Suresh loses thriller as India go 1-0 down vs Korea

Rediff.com3 days ago

Dhakshineswar Suresh lost to South Korea's Soonwoo Kwon in a hard-fought three-set match, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the Davis Cup Qualifiers Round 2 tie. Despite a strong start, Suresh couldn't maintain his momentum against Kwon's improved play. Sumit Nagal now faces Hyeon Chung in the second singles rubber, with India needing a win to level the tie.

India taking cricket to Japan is a big step: Shreyas Iyer

India taking cricket to Japan is a big step: Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer expressed enthusiasm for India's historic bilateral T20 match against Japan, marking cricket's expansion into new territories and celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations. Iyer highlighted the unique cultural experience and the importance of such fixtures for global cricket growth, despite initial weather challenges.

Asian Games: Quimcy blows 1-set lead, still has bronze to chase

Asian Games: Quimcy blows 1-set lead, still has bronze to chase

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian Teqball player Quimcy Dsouza lost her Asian Games women's singles semifinal to Indonesia's Sumaya in a gruelling three-game match. Despite a strong start, Dsouza, a former state-level footballer, was overcome by Sumaya's sepak takraw background. Dsouza will now compete in the bronze medal playoff, aiming for a podium finish in Teqball's debut at the Asian Games.

Pranavi Urs Breaks Into Top 10 At La Sella Open Halfway Mark

Pranavi Urs Breaks Into Top 10 At La Sella Open Halfway Mark

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pranavi Urs has moved into the top 10 at the La Sella Open after a second-round 71, bringing her total to 4-under 140. Despite weather disruptions, Urs displayed resilience, mixing four birdies with three bogeys. She is currently seven shots behind leader Charlotte Heath. Other Indian golfers, Avani Prashanth, Diksha Dagar, Vani Kapoor, and Hitaashee Bakshi, are further down the leaderboard.