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Kibet, Edris to Headline TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Kibet, Edris to Headline TCS World 10K Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 days ago

Ugandan Harbert Kibet and Ethiopian Muktar Edris will headline the 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, a World Athletics Gold Label Race with a total prize purse of USD 210,000.

UP Court Hands Down Life Sentences in 2017 Wedding Music Dispute Murder Case

UP Court Hands Down Life Sentences in 2017 Wedding Music Dispute Murder Case

Rediff.com20 hours ago

A court in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, sentenced six individuals to life imprisonment for a murder that occurred during a wedding procession in 2017 following a dispute over loud music.

Rodriguez Double Propels NorthEast United to Victory Over Jamshedpur

Rodriguez Double Propels NorthEast United to Victory Over Jamshedpur

Rediff.com5 days ago

NorthEast United FC secured their first win of the Indian Super League season with a 2-1 victory over Jamshedpur FC, thanks to two goals from Andy Rodriguez.

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Nikkhil Advani On Freedom At Midnight: 'Jinnah Thought He Would Rule Pakistan From Malabar Hill'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nikkhil Advani, a master of long-form storytelling, reflects on Freedom At Midnight and what it was to make a two-part series on the most difficult period of India's history in these polarised times.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals unveil jersey for new season

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals unveil jersey for new season

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rajasthan Royals unveiled their new jersey for the IPL 2026 season at an event in Jaipur on Wednesday, marking the start of a new campaign for the inaugural champions.

Why 85% of investors fail to reach the Magic Number despite a plan?

Why 85% of investors fail to reach the "Magic Number" despite a plan?

Rediff.com3 days ago

The majority of investors fail to reach their financial goals, even if they started with a well-defined financial strategy. This isn't just about market volatility; it's a complex interaction of factors that include human psychology, inconsistent habits and lack of proper monitoring.

FIFA to lead $75m project to build football ecosystem in Gaza

FIFA to lead $75m project to build football ecosystem in Gaza

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

FIFA and Board of Peace to support Gaza reconstruction through football

Shami leads Bengal's fightback vs J&K in Ranji Trophy

Shami leads Bengal's fightback vs J&K in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Shami grabs three but J&K need 131 more to take first innings lead

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

'Great surprise' awaits Trump: Iran warns against ground attack

Rediff.com2 hours ago

As the security situation continues to evolve in West Asia and the Gulf region, an Iranian military source has warned the United States against any ground aggression on Iran, calling it a red line and saying a 'surprise' would await US President Donald Trump, Tasnim News Agency reported on Saturday.

Fairway Assassins Secure Top Spot in TNGF Premier League Round 4

Fairway Assassins Secure Top Spot in TNGF Premier League Round 4

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Tamil Nadu Golf Federation (TNGF) concluded Round 4 of the Tablets India TNGF Premier League (TPL) 2026, with Fairway Assassins leading the pack and securing a spot in the title round.

Boxam Elite International: Nitu, Preeti lead India's 19-medal boxing surge

Boxam Elite International: Nitu, Preeti lead India's 19-medal boxing surge

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Indian boxers, including Nitu Ghanghas and Preeti Pawar, have secured 19 medals at the Boxam Elite International tournament in La Nucia, Spain, with strong performances from both the men's and women's teams.

Bihar STF Officer and Two Gangsters Killed in East Champaran Encounter

Bihar STF Officer and Two Gangsters Killed in East Champaran Encounter

Rediff.com4 days ago

A special task force (STF) personnel and two gangsters were killed in a gunfight in Bihar's East Champaran district. In a separate incident, police arrested five criminals after an exchange of fire in Patna.

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Murder Accused Arrested in Jharkhand While Planning Tamil Nadu Escape

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jharkhand Police arrested a murder suspect, Laxman Hessa, in West Singhbhum district as he allegedly planned to flee to Tamil Nadu. The arrest follows an investigation into the death of Sridhar Bari, who was killed after an altercation at Hessa's home.

Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale

Vadh 2 Review: Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta Lead Gripping Crime Tale

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta bring their A-game to roles that naturally suit their age, and this lived-in quality makes Vadh 2 even more convincing, notes Mayur Sanap.

Hyderabad Man Dismembers Cousin in Property Row Killing

Hyderabad Man Dismembers Cousin in Property Row Killing

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man in Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly murdering his cousin over a property dispute, dismembering her body, and disposing of the parts in a lake.

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Former Indian leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has retired from the BCCI commentary panel, citing a lack of opportunities and expressing dissatisfaction with his role.

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yuzvendra Chahal reveals he quit alcohol to boost fitness ahead of IPL 2026 after injuries hampered his performance last season.

Delhi Trainee Manager Nabbed for Stealing Over 1.25 Lakh

Delhi Trainee Manager Nabbed for Stealing Over 1.25 Lakh

Rediff.com23 hours ago

A 23-year-old trainee manager in Delhi has been arrested for allegedly stealing over 1.25 lakh from a service apartment facility. Police recovered a significant portion of the stolen money and items purchased with it.

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Navneet Kaur's hat-trick led India to a 4-1 victory over Wales in a Pool B clash at the women's hockey World Cup Qualifiers, securing their position as table-toppers and a semifinal berth.

'Yes-Men Are Killing Salman Khan's Stardom'

'Yes-Men Are Killing Salman Khan's Stardom'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'He needs to work with filmmakers who can tell him to stop interfering.'

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Amanpreet Singh wins 25m centre fire gold as India sweep the podium and finish with 33 medals at the Asian Championship in New Delhi. Sift Kaur Samra and Tejaswini Sawant also shine.

Chhattisgarh Government Tables Bill to Prevent Forced Religious Conversions

Chhattisgarh Government Tables Bill to Prevent Forced Religious Conversions

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Chhattisgarh government has introduced a bill in the state assembly to prevent religious conversions carried out through force, inducement, fraud, or misrepresentation. The bill, titled the Chhattisgarh Dharm Swatantraya Vidheyak, 2026 (Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026), aims to curb conversions achieved through coercion or undue influence.

Sikkim Girl, 14, Stages Kidnapping for 3,000 Ransom

Sikkim Girl, 14, Stages Kidnapping for 3,000 Ransom

Rediff.com3 days ago

A 14-year-old girl from Sikkim was rescued after allegedly staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom from her parents.

Death Threat Against Minister Jayant Chaudhary Sparks Police Investigation

Death Threat Against Minister Jayant Chaudhary Sparks Police Investigation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary has allegedly received a death threat from an unknown caller, prompting a police investigation and security review. The caller has been traced to Murshidabad in West Bengal.

Meghalaya Police Offer Helmets Instead of Fines for Child Safety

Meghalaya Police Offer Helmets Instead of Fines for Child Safety

Rediff.com1 days ago

Meghalaya Police in East Khasi Hills distributed helmets to riders transporting children without headgear, focusing on education and safety over fines.

Dhurandhar The Revenge Review: Gory, Yet Electrifying

Dhurandhar The Revenge Review: Gory, Yet Electrifying

Rediff.com5 hours ago

If you are willing to spare four hours of your day on a spy action thriller, Dhurandhar The Revenge will surprise, shock and overwhelm you with its nervous energy, notes Divya Nair.

Chinese Grand Prix: Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli youngest pole-sitter in F1 history

Chinese Grand Prix: Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli youngest pole-sitter in F1 history

Rediff.com7 days ago

Kimi Antonelli became the youngest Formula One driver to take pole position for a full Grand Prix after qualifying fastest for Mercedes in China on Saturday.

Kochi: Duo Nabbed with MDMA in Drug Trafficking Bust

Kochi: Duo Nabbed with MDMA in Drug Trafficking Bust

Rediff.com1 days ago

Excise officials in Kochi arrested a woman and a man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The woman, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.

Europa League: Aston Villa rally to beat Lille, Porto down VfB Stuttgart

Europa League: Aston Villa rally to beat Lille, Porto down VfB Stuttgart

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Aston Villa secured a 1-0 victory against Lille in the Europa League, while other matches saw Bologna draw with AS Roma and Porto win against VfB Stuttgart.

Kochi: Girl and Man Arrested in Drug Trafficking Operation

Kochi: Girl and Man Arrested in Drug Trafficking Operation

Rediff.com1 days ago

Excise officials in Kochi arrested an 18-year-old girl and a 24-year-old man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The girl, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.

HDFC Bank board firefights after ex-chairman's resignation

HDFC Bank board firefights after ex-chairman's resignation

Rediff.com1 days ago

HDFC Bank's leadership addresses the sudden resignation of its chairman, citing ethical concerns, and attempts to reassure stakeholders about the bank's governance and future stability.

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

Rediff.com5 days ago

In modern investing, transparency is more valuable than zero fees and not all investing app score big on this front, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

PSPB Men Dominate, RBI Women Prevail at Senior Table Tennis Nationals

PSPB Men Dominate, RBI Women Prevail at Senior Table Tennis Nationals

Rediff.com3 days ago

Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) men secured a dominant victory at the Senior Table Tennis National Championships, while Reserve Bank of India (RBI) women reclaimed their title after two years.

It was a fairytale: Ganguly reminisces 2001 Kolkata Test Win

"It was a fairytale": Ganguly reminisces 2001 Kolkata Test Win

Rediff.com4 days ago

Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.

LIV Golf's International Series Partners with IGPL to Boost Indian Golf Talent

LIV Golf's International Series Partners with IGPL to Boost Indian Golf Talent

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Series, backed by LIV Golf, has partnered with the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) to provide Indian golfers with a pathway to compete on the global stage, offering access to International Series events and LIV Golf Promotions.

AI adoption leading to moderation in entry-level hiring: Report

AI adoption leading to moderation in entry-level hiring: Report

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption has led firms to moderate hiring, primarily at the entry-level, according to a report.

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rajasthan United snatch late win against Namdhari Sports Academy

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rajasthan United defeated Namdhari Sports Academy 3-2 in a thrilling I-League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal in injury time.

Social Media Argument Turns Deadly in Haryana Village

Social Media Argument Turns Deadly in Haryana Village

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 55-year-old man was allegedly shot dead in Kherla village, Nuh district, Haryana, following a dispute over a social media comment. Police have deployed a heavy force and are investigating the incident.

How a single diplomatic headline triggers a 1,000-point swing?

How a single diplomatic headline triggers a 1,000-point swing?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

In the present hyper-connected world, there are many domestic and global factors that affect financial markets. Of them, the most powerful and often least predictable are geopolitical events, which often boil down to one diplomatic headline.

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.