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Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Inter-state Arms Supply Module Busted in Punjab, Two Arrested

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled an inter-state illegal weapons supply module, arresting two individuals from Uttar Pradesh and recovering a cache of country-made pistols and magazines.

Middle East conflict: ICC's finance committee discussions to be held virtually

Middle East conflict: ICC's finance committee discussions to be held virtually

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has cancelled its Board and committee meetings due to the ongoing military conflict in West Asia, according to a report by ESPNcricinfo on Tuesday.

How AI Is Transforming Travel

How AI Is Transforming Travel

Rediff.com29 May 2025

As many as 94 per cent of travel and tourism industry leaders consider AI to be critical to their business.

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November 8

MotoGP postpones Qatar Grand Prix to November 8

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The Qatar Grand Prix scheduled for next month has been postponed to November due to the conflict in the Middle East, MotoGP announced on Sunday.

SIR effect or anti-incumbency? Kerala sees high turnout

SIR effect or anti-incumbency? Kerala sees high turnout

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Kerala recorded a high voter turnout in the Assembly elections, with over 77 per cent of eligible voters casting their ballots. The election is crucial as it will determine whether the LDF secures a rare third consecutive term, the UDF stages a comeback, or the NDA makes deeper inroads into Kerala's political landscape.

Airline stocks fly into rough weather again

Airline stocks fly into rough weather again

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India's aviation sector is facing fresh turbulence, with rising fuel costs, the Ministry of Civil Aviation's free-seat directive, and geopolitical disruptions in West Asia clouding near-term earnings visibility.

War Fallout: UAE Challenger Halted; Medvedev, Rublev Delayed

War Fallout: UAE Challenger Halted; Medvedev, Rublev Delayed

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Travel disruptions following airspace closures in the Gulf have forced Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev to miss an Indian Wells exhibition, while an ATP Challenger in Fujairah was cancelled amid security concerns.

8 Straits That Rule The Shipping World

8 Straits That Rule The Shipping World

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Which are the world's most vital straits, important to shipping?

How An Indian Sailor Survived The Strait Of Hormuz

How An Indian Sailor Survived The Strait Of Hormuz

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

'We kept our bags packed, ready to jump into the sea. Many times, I felt it could be my last day.'

Delhi Court Seeks Clarification in Russian Woman's Child Custody Case

Delhi Court Seeks Clarification in Russian Woman's Child Custody Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has requested further information from the investigating officer in the child custody case involving Viktoriaa Basu, a Russian woman accused of illegally leaving India with her child.

Mendiratta spearheads Indian challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Mendiratta spearheads Indian challenge at ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Bhowneesh Mendiratta leads a 12-member Indian squad at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier, Morocco, marking the start of the qualification cycle for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

'Every Time I Watch Ranveer Singh On Screen, It's Surprising...'

'Every Time I Watch Ranveer Singh On Screen, It's Surprising...'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

'In culture, patriotism and modernity, the dream of a developed India, you see the pulsating energy of a New India.'

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom is considering a move to professional boxing after age restrictions ended her amateur career. She remains committed to grassroots development and praises government initiatives to promote sports and fitness.

Why Italy risk missing third straight football World Cup

Why Italy risk missing third straight football World Cup

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Italy's consistent failure to qualify for recent World Cups stems from a deep-seated issue in nurturing young football talent, according to 2006 World Cup winners Marco Amelia and Massimo Oddo.

Rs 70 Crore in Fake Currency Seized in Kolkata Raid

Rs 70 Crore in Fake Currency Seized in Kolkata Raid

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A joint operation by Nepal and West Bengal police has led to the arrest of seven individuals and the seizure of counterfeit currency worth approximately Rs 70 crore from a flat near Kolkata.

Klaasen reveals SRH's BIG problem after IPL 2026 losses

Klaasen reveals SRH's BIG problem after IPL 2026 losses

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Henrich Klaasen remains confident that Sunrisers Hyderabad will improve their performance in IPL 2024, despite a mixed start to the season.

Aiyar versus Tharoor: Congress's men of letters in war of letters

Aiyar versus Tharoor: Congress's men of letters in war of letters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A public exchange of open letters between Congress leaders Mani Shankar Aiyar and Shashi Tharoor reveals a significant rift over foreign policy, particularly concerning Israel and the Sabarimala temple issue.

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Air India tickets to get costlier as airline levies fuel surcharge

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Air India and Air India Express are introducing a fuel surcharge on domestic and international flights due to rising jet fuel prices, impacting travel costs for passengers.

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Refreshed Buttler ready to bounce back in IPL after T20 WC struggles

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Jos Buttler, who travels to India this week to join Gujarat Titans ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, which begins on March 28, hopes to return to the England side despite a poor T20 World Cup, backing the team's leadership and targeting the India series.

Mumbai Teen Inaara Mehta Luthria Tops FEI Zone 9 in Dressage

Mumbai Teen Inaara Mehta Luthria Tops FEI Zone 9 in Dressage

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Mumbai's Inaara Mehta Luthria, a 15-year-old rider, has achieved top national and international rankings in dressage, including the No. 1 spot in FEI Zone 9 and a sixth-place world ranking in the FEI World Dressage Challenge.

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Iran attack: PV Sindhu among hundreds of Indians stranded in Dubai

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Following attacks in West Asia, hundreds of Indians, including prominent personalities, are stranded in Dubai and other key hub airports due to flight disruptions, prompting appeals for government assistance.

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

FA Cup: Southampton stun Arsenal; Manchester City rout Liverpool

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Southampton upset Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Manchester City and Chelsea secured comfortable victories to advance to the semi-finals.

Middle East conflict: Telangana man hurt in attack near Abu Dhabi airport

Middle East conflict: Telangana man hurt in attack near Abu Dhabi airport

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Rao, who works in the housekeeping section at the airport, informed his parents that he and several others escaped with minor injuries.

2 killed after Air Canada plane, firetruck collide at New York's LaGuardia airport

2 killed after Air Canada plane, firetruck collide at New York's LaGuardia airport

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

An Air Canada plane collided with a ground vehicle at La Guardia Airport, resulting in a ground stop and significant flight disruptions, impacting travel plans for countless passengers.

Bondi beach attack: 3 Indian students among injured

Bondi beach attack: 3 Indian students among injured

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Indian students sustained injuries during the shooting, and their exact condition has not been formally confirmed yet.

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Pakistan Hires Colin Batch as Hockey Head Coach Ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has appointed Australian Colin Batch as the new head coach of the national side ahead of this year's FIH men's World Cup.

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma to lead India's charge at Orleans Masters after Prannoy injury

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Young badminton players Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma will lead the Indian contingent at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament after HS Prannoy's withdrawal due to a shoulder injury.

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences

Matt Henry's Double Delight: Welcomes Baby Boy, Stars in New Zealand's Semis Win

Matt Henry's Double Delight: Welcomes Baby Boy, Stars in New Zealand's Semis Win

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

New Zealand's Matt Henry experienced a week of highs and lows, from witnessing the birth of his son to delivering a match-winning performance in the T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa.

Abraham & Thakore Make The Sari Fuss-Free!

Abraham & Thakore Make The Sari Fuss-Free!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

"The most exciting part was creating something that looks like a sari but has the ease of a dress," says Designer David Abraham.

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

Humpy Stands by Cyprus Tournament Withdrawal, Cites Safety Concerns

Humpy Stands by Cyprus Tournament Withdrawal, Cites Safety Concerns

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian chess grandmaster Koneru Humpy defends her decision to withdraw from the Candidates tournament in Cyprus due to safety concerns amid regional tensions, stating that playing peacefully is impossible when surrounded by warships.

Ukraine protests over detention of nationals in India

Ukraine protests over detention of nationals in India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Ukraine has lodged a formal protest with India regarding the detention of six Ukrainian nationals in Mizoram, alleging unauthorised entry and unlawful activities. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry is seeking consular access and immediate release of its citizens.

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India will host the World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028 in Bhubaneswar. The decision was made at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland.

Middle East conflict: 52,000 Indians return

Middle East conflict: 52,000 Indians return

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

India is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia and working to ensure the safety of its citizens stranded in the region. Over 52,000 Indians have returned home following the partial opening of airspace.

Chennai Super Kings Aim for IPL Turnaround Against Punjab Kings

Chennai Super Kings Aim for IPL Turnaround Against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings will need to improve significantly in all departments of the game to trouble a potent Punjab Kings in their first home game of the Indian Premier League. It was a uninspiring start for CSK in their opener against Rajasthan Royals.

'Keralites Accept BJP As A Mainstream Contender For Power'

'Keralites Accept BJP As A Mainstream Contender For Power'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

'When Narendra Modi was here, he spoke only about development and what the BJP wanted to do in Kerala. That kind of sober rhetoric or argument is acceptable to the people here.'

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man wanted in connection with a firing incident in Jagatpuri, Delhi, related to an extortion attempt allegedly orchestrated by a Punjab-based gangster.

Rima Das: 'I Like That Magic When You Just Follow Life'

Rima Das: 'I Like That Magic When You Just Follow Life'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

'I am quite impulsive when making a movie. That is the reason I need to stop sometimes, probably pause.'

'When we looked outside, we saw a missile'

'When we looked outside, we saw a missile'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Indians returning from the Middle East share their experiences of fear and uncertainty as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran disrupts travel and daily life, leaving many stranded and facing financial strain.