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Retd HC judge to head new panel to probe IIT Delhi student's death

Retd HC judge to head new panel to probe IIT Delhi student's death

Rediff.com1 days ago

IIT Delhi has reconstituted the external probe panel investigating the death of an MSc Physics student, appointing retired Delhi High Court judge Mukta Gupta as its head. This decision follows the recusal of the previous chair, Ashok Kumar, and ongoing student protests on campus. The panel includes medical experts and student representatives to examine the circumstances of the alleged suicide.

Angad Cheema Holds Two-Shot Lead After Round Three Of Telangana Open

Angad Cheema Holds Two-Shot Lead After Round Three Of Telangana Open

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Angad Cheema shot a seven-under 65 to retain his two-shot lead after the third round of the Telangana Open, moving to 20-under 196. Delhi's Rashid Khan matched Cheema's 65 to stay in second place, while Jairaj Singh Sandhu made a significant climb to third.

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Jio Prime Reintroduction Hints at Looming Tariff Hikes

Rediff.com2 days ago

Reliance Jio's reintroduction of Jio Prime membership with a price lock until September 2027 and the retention of its entry-level daily unlimited data plan at ~299 rupees are seen by industry analysts as strong indicators of imminent tariff hikes across the Indian telecom sector.

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

OTT Releases: Alpha, Bandar, I, Nobody

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Enjoy Alia-Sharvari's fighter fervour, back to back Bobby Deol and tons more on OTT this week.

Indian gangster Nitish Kaushal arrested in US

Indian gangster Nitish Kaushal arrested in US

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The FBI has arrested Indian national Nitish Kaushal in Vermont, a gangster allegedly involved in murder, kidnapping, and drug trafficking. Kaushal was added to the FBI's most wanted list days before his arrest, which was part of Operation Hard Ball targeting the India-originated Bhagwanpuria organised crime group.

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Prasidh Krishna: Aggression is in my bowling, not my demeanour

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian seamer Prasidh Krishna clarified that his aggression manifests through his intense and disciplined bowling, not his on-field behaviour, emphasising his adaptability to pitch conditions and team requirements.

Gill Tries To Fix His Spin Problems

Gill Tries To Fix His Spin Problems

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka, the Indian cricket team underwent an intense net session in Colombo.

Shane Watson reveals why India feels like 'second home'

Shane Watson reveals why India feels like 'second home'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has described India as his 'second home,' stating he felt more welcomed and supported by Indian cricket fans than in Australia, attributing this strong connection to his IPL career and the country's appreciation for the sport.

Gary Kirsten tips Dhruv Jurel as a world-class Test prospect

Gary Kirsten tips Dhruv Jurel as a world-class Test prospect

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Sri Lanka coach Gary Kirsten praised Sonal Dinusha's twin centuries and pressure-handling ability, while calling India's Dhruv Jurel a world-class player with superb technique and short-ball skills.

Legendary Actress Sowcar Janaki Passes Away at 94

Legendary Actress Sowcar Janaki Passes Away at 94

Rediff.com6 days ago

Legendary South Indian actress Sowcar Janaki, a Padma Shri awardee with a career spanning nearly seven decades and over 400 films, has passed away at 94, leaving an indelible mark on Indian cinema.

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Foreign Firms' Investment Intensity in India Falls Since FY20: EAC-PM

Rediff.com6 days ago

A working paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) reveals a continuous decline in the rate at which foreign-owned firms invest in fixed assets in India since the FY20 peak, contrasting with a steady increase from Indian business groups.

Treesa-Gayatri Stun 16th Seeds Lauren-Allison At Badminton World Championships

Treesa-Gayatri Stun 16th Seeds Lauren-Allison At Badminton World Championships

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Unseeded Indian women's doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships after stunning 16th seeds Lauren Lam and Allison Quynh Lee of the United States.

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cricket icons Rahul Dravid and Steve Waugh, along with Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, were spotted at the India-Netherlands FIH Hockey World Cup match in Amstelveen. Their presence is linked to the upcoming European T20 Premier League, co-founded by Bachchan, which aims to boost cricket in Europe.

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Why Dravid, Waugh, And Bachchan Are At The Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com5 days ago

Cricket icons Rahul Dravid and Steve Waugh, along with Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, were spotted at the India-Netherlands FIH Hockey World Cup match in Amstelveen. Their presence is linked to the upcoming European T20 Premier League, co-founded by Bachchan, which aims to boost cricket in Europe.

'Don't Give Him Special Treatment': Ashwin on Pant

'Don't Give Him Special Treatment': Ashwin on Pant

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his concern over Rishabh Pant's shot selection, stating that while his attacking style brings unforgettable moments, the wicketkeeper-batter needs to learn when to rein himself in and prioritise the team's needs over his natural instinct to attack.

FMGE Rules Stay Strict Despite Protests

FMGE Rules Stay Strict Despite Protests

Rediff.com1 days ago

NBEMS will not lower FMGE qualifying standards despite protests.

US issues details of new Green Card rules effective from September 18

US issues details of new Green Card rules effective from September 18

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is updating Form I-485 for permanent residence, effective September 18, 2026, with no grace period for older versions. This change, aligning with public-charge inadmissibility rules, significantly impacts Green Card applicants, particularly Indian nationals facing visa backlogs, who must use the correct form version to avoid rejection.

Indian Shooters Shine: Esha Singh Claims Gold, Manu Bhaker Secures Bronze

Indian Shooters Shine: Esha Singh Claims Gold, Manu Bhaker Secures Bronze

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

India's Esha Singh clinched the gold medal in the women's 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, outperforming Olympic-medallist Manu Bhaker, who secured the bronze. This marked a double-podium finish for India, with both shooters expressing confidence for upcoming major assignments.

NRI Deposit Inflows Drop 23% in Q1 FY27, RBI Data Reveals

NRI Deposit Inflows Drop 23% in Q1 FY27, RBI Data Reveals

Rediff.com2 days ago

Inflows into non-resident Indian (NRI) deposit schemes decreased by 23.24 per cent to $2.78 billion during the first quarter of FY27, down from $3.61 billion in the previous year, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data.

What caused the deadly Nepal flash floods

What caused the deadly Nepal flash floods

Rediff.com1 days ago

Experts from the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) suggest that an ice-rock avalanche originating in a high-altitude area likely triggered the devastating flash floods that swept across central Nepal districts, killing at least 95 people and leaving nearly 500 missing.

Nepal death toll rises to 538 amid fresh flood alert

Nepal death toll rises to 538 amid fresh flood alert

Rediff.com20 minutes ago

Nepal is grappling with a deepening flood crisis as the death toll from devastating flash floods in Rasuwa and surrounding districts has tragically risen to 538, with authorities now warning of a fresh flood threat and initiating evacuations.

Can HIL do for hockey what IPL did for cricket?

Can HIL do for hockey what IPL did for cricket?

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former Australian hockey legend Jamie Dwyer believes the Indian team possesses the talent and infrastructure to become a dominant force in world hockey but stresses that 'they need to maintain consistency as a team' to realise their true potential.

Nepal Floods: Survival And Rescue

Nepal Floods: Survival And Rescue

Rediff.com1 days ago

Flash floods in Trishuli, Nuwakot district, Nepal, left homes buried in mud, survivors stranded, and rescue teams working tirelessly to recover victims. Drone views reveal the scale of devastation, with damaged houses, debris, and sacred sites submerged. Rescue teams, security forces, and government officials mobilized swiftly, while survivors await relief amid blocked roads and destroyed property.

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Russia remains India's biggest fertiliser supplier, with imports rising nearly 40 per cent in 2025.

Mayank And Pratitee Lead India To Double Gold At Asian Junior Chess Championship

Mayank And Pratitee Lead India To Double Gold At Asian Junior Chess Championship

Rediff.com2 days ago

India's Mayank Chakraborty and Pratitee Bordoloi secured gold medals in the Open and Girls categories, respectively, at the Asian Junior Classical Chess Championship, leading the host nation to a memorable double victory and a total of four medals.

Asian Games Gold Medallist Swapna Barman Faces Provisional Suspension

Asian Games Gold Medallist Swapna Barman Faces Provisional Suspension

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former Asian Games gold-winning heptathlete Swapna Barman has been provisionally suspended by the National Anti Doping Agency (NADA) after testing positive for the banned anabolic-androgenic steroid Boldenone. Barman, who recently announced her retirement, won gold at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games and represented India in the 2016 Olympics.

Lakshya Sen, Treesa-Gayatri Advance In BWF World Championships

Lakshya Sen, Treesa-Gayatri Advance In BWF World Championships

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen advanced to the second round of the BWF World Championships after overcoming Austria's Collins Valentine Filimon. The women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand also stunned 16th seeds to reach the pre-quarterfinals. However, India faced a poor outing in mixed doubles, with two pairs crashing out in the opening round, though Unnati Hooda also progressed in women's singles.

Commonwealth Games: Indian Boxers' Luggage Goes Missing Ahead Of Competition

Commonwealth Games: Indian Boxers' Luggage Goes Missing Ahead Of Competition

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

India's boxing contingent for the Commonwealth Games faced a significant setback when nearly half of their luggage, including essential training gear and ceremonial outfits, was left behind in Belfast. This incident occurred just days before the boxing competition is set to begin in Glasgow.

Sports Ministry Boosts Table Tennis Talent With TOPS Inclusion

Sports Ministry Boosts Table Tennis Talent With TOPS Inclusion

Rediff.com2 days ago

Young table tennis players Syndrela Das and Payas Jain have been inducted into the Sports Ministry's TOPS Development group, while Manika Batra's international event funding request has also been approved, aiming to strengthen India's table tennis presence on the global stage.

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Ready for World No. 1 Challenge After Medal

Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Ready for World No. 1 Challenge After Medal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian badminton duo Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who secured India's first women's doubles medal in 15 years, are now focused on their semi-final match against the world No. 1 seeds, aiming to stay calm and give their 100 per cent.

India Unveils 23-Member Squad For Crucial AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

India Unveils 23-Member Squad For Crucial AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com1 days ago

India has announced its 23-member squad for the upcoming AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Tashkent, with eight players omitted from the initial camp. The team, led by Mahesh Gawali, will compete against Syria, Uzbekistan, and Bangladesh from August 31 to September 6, aiming for qualification to the main tournament in China in 2027.

Badminton World Championships: Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Assured of Historic Women's Double Medal

Badminton World Championships: Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand Assured of Historic Women's Double Medal

Rediff.com7 days ago

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured India's first women's doubles medal at the Badminton World Championships in 15 years after defeating China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian in a thrilling quarter-final match.

Rohit Begins Prep For West Indies ODIs

Rohit Begins Prep For West Indies ODIs

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rohit Sharma has commenced his rigorous training at the Mumbai Cricket Association facility, gearing up for the ODI series against the West Indies in September.

India coach Marijne questions tight FIH World Cup schedule after loss

India coach Marijne questions tight FIH World Cup schedule after loss

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's coach Sjoerd Marijne has criticised the tight scheduling at the FIH World Cup, particularly after his team's 0-2 loss to the Netherlands, citing the burden of playing on consecutive days.

IIT Delhi student's death: Suicide abetment case filed

IIT Delhi student's death: Suicide abetment case filed

Rediff.com2 days ago

Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against unidentified persons following the death of a 31-year-old IIT Delhi M.Sc. Physics student who allegedly jumped from a campus building. The incident occurred on August 22, and investigations are ongoing, including examining the student's mobile phone and counselling records.

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Colombo Draw Exposes India's Big Problem

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A world-class Test team can't afford to have a bowling attack that allows batters to feel comfortable. To be the world's best Test team, all departments of the game should be strong and striking.

Indian sailor missing after Hormuz ship attack confirmed dead

Indian sailor missing after Hormuz ship attack confirmed dead

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

The Indian Consulate in Dubai has confirmed the tragic death of Indian sailor Herambh Karmarkar following an attack on the MV GFS Galaxy cargo vessel off the coast of Oman.

'You train them to repeat it': Manjrekar slams ICC and BCCI

'You train them to repeat it': Manjrekar slams ICC and BCCI

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar criticised the ICC and BCCI over incidents involving Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, warning that leniency could encourage repeat behaviour.

Taekema: India Women Can Emulate China's Paris Olympics Rise

Taekema: India Women Can Emulate China's Paris Olympics Rise

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Dutch hockey legend Taeke Taekema believes the Indian women's hockey team possesses the talent to replicate China's remarkable journey to an Olympic silver medal, provided they focus on fundamental skills and secure qualification for the Los Angeles Olympics.

Indian Fencers Aim For Glory At Senior World Championships In Hong Kong

Indian Fencers Aim For Glory At Senior World Championships In Hong Kong

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

A 24-member Indian fencing contingent, comprising 12 men and 12 women athletes, is set to compete in the Senior World Fencing Championships in Hong Kong. The team will participate across Epee, Foil, and Sabre disciplines in both individual and team formats, aiming to make a mark on the global stage.