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'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice

'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is playing too many horizontal shots and throwing his wickets away, according to his formative coach Devender Sharma, who has advised him to play more vertical and more on the off-side.

Kattalan Review: Loud, Violent And Dull

Kattalan Review: Loud, Violent And Dull

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Kattalan tries to roar like Marco with blood-soaked violence and mass swagger, but ends up as a noisy, identity-less actioner with little bite.

Akshay Bhatia Jumps Up Leaderboard At Charles Schwab Challenge

Akshay Bhatia Jumps Up Leaderboard At Charles Schwab Challenge

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Akshay Bhatia, an Indian-origin golfer, surged up the leaderboard with a 5-under 65 at the Charles Schwab Challenge, while Sahith Theegala slipped. Sudarshan Yellamaraju missed the cut. Jordan Smith leads the tournament.

Little Red Hearts: 45-Min Recipe

Little Red Hearts: 45-Min Recipe

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

These are little morsels of jammy perfection.

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Shreyas Iyer era begins as India captain

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Perhaps no other cricketer has gone through so much turbulence and transformation between December 3, 2023 and June 6, 2026 as Shreyas Iyer, who took over the reins of India's T20 team from Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday.

Recipes: Ek Handi Ka Dal Chawal, Zaali Cutlets

Recipes: Ek Handi Ka Dal Chawal, Zaali Cutlets

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Gujarati Khoja or Ismaili dishes are simple yet deliciously prepared in a unique traditional way.

A star is born! Mirra Andreeva comes of age with Grand Slam crown

A star is born! Mirra Andreeva comes of age with Grand Slam crown

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Mirra Andreeva announced herself as the latest member of women's tennis's elite on Saturday, defeating surprise finalist Maja Chwalinska to become the youngest French Open champion in more than three decades.

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Delhi Hotel Fire: Relatives grieve, say 'entire family destroyed in hours'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Mahender Garg, who lost eight family members in the devastating hotel fire in Delhi's Malviya Nagar, recounted his cousin's frantic last call and questioned the hotel's safety arrangements, stating, 'My entire family has been destroyed. We never imagined something like this could happen to us.'

Who will be India's No 3 Test batter: Sudharsan or Padikkal?

Who will be India's No 3 Test batter: Sudharsan or Padikkal?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

India's assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate conceded that too many players have batted at number three in Test matches after Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement and it was time that either Sai Sudharsan or Devdutt Padikkal is given a long rope at the key batting position.

Can reform in Mexican football break their FIFA World Cup 'curse'?

Can reform in Mexican football break their FIFA World Cup 'curse'?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Mexico have failed to progress beyond the Round of 16 for the last 32 years. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil, they hope to finally end the 'quinto partido' curse.

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Delhi fire: Sealed windows, locked exits turned hotel into death trap

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A devastating fire at a hotel in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people, including six foreigners. Investigations reveal severe fire safety violations, such as sealed windows, non-functional sensor gates, overcrowding, and the absence of a fire No Objection Certificate, which turned the building into a death trap.

Birthday blow! Swiatek crashes out of French Open

Birthday blow! Swiatek crashes out of French Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Iga Swiatek's French Open campaign ended in a stunning defeat to Marta Kostyuk, adding to the series of upsets at Roland Garros.

'Your Hair Colour Should Match Your Vibe'

'Your Hair Colour Should Match Your Vibe'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

'The most important job after colouring your hair is maintaining it, which a lot of Indian women forget.'

SAFF Women's C'ship: Chhetri questions team's attitude after sealing final spot

SAFF Women's C'ship: Chhetri questions team's attitude after sealing final spot

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Sanfida Nongrum's second-half strike sent India into the SAFF Women's Championship final, but coach Crispin Chhetri criticised his side's attitude and admitted Bhutan 'deserved to win' after a scrappy 1-0 semi-final victory.

'I just wanted to fight': Meenakshi on shocking Vinesh

'I just wanted to fight': Meenakshi on shocking Vinesh

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Asian Championships silver medallist Meenakshi Goyat aims to become the world champion this year after defeating Vinesh Phogat at the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) women's trials for the Asian Games squad.

Sensex, Nifty Dip as RBI Lowers Growth Forecast, Holds Repo Rate

Sensex, Nifty Dip as RBI Lowers Growth Forecast, Holds Repo Rate

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed marginally lower due to profit-taking, following the Reserve Bank of India's decision to keep the repo rate unchanged while lowering its growth expectations for the current fiscal year and forecasting higher inflation.

How Neeraj Chopra's Guidance Helped Sumit Antil Break World Record

How Neeraj Chopra's Guidance Helped Sumit Antil Break World Record

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Sumit Antil, a two-time Paralympic gold medallist, credits Neeraj Chopra's advice at the World Para Championship for his world record-breaking javelin throw of 74.82m at the Indian Open Para Athletics International Championship in Bengaluru.

Padikkal left waiting as Gambhir backs Sai Sudharsan

Padikkal left waiting as Gambhir backs Sai Sudharsan

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has revealed the team's Test strategy, indicating a preference for Sai Sudharsan at the No.3 spot and plans to develop four spinners for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour. Gambhir also addressed Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy, stressing the need for better game situation awareness.

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

'I like to celebrate who I am. I like to experiment, and am not afraid to make mistakes. You have to be your biggest cheerleader.'

The Fragile Truth Behind India's Bull Market

The Fragile Truth Behind India's Bull Market

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The Indian stock market mythos of 36 years is wrapped in a diaphanous negligee, lashed together by a delicate, etheric sash of 1.6 bull markets. To make money from here on will require a ground invasion, trench by trench, rather than carpet bombing. Way more difficult, points out Shankar Sharma.

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Hero to roll out flex-fuel versions of motorcycles, but concerns remain

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Flex fuel motorcycles can deliver "3 per cent higher torque and 7 per cent higher peak power".

IPL 2026: 'Patidar has picked his moments really well'

IPL 2026: 'Patidar has picked his moments really well'

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket Mo Bobat credited the franchise's "collective contributions" and fearless identity after the defending champions thrashed Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

Riding Streetcars And Sandwiching Across San Francisco

Riding Streetcars And Sandwiching Across San Francisco

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Grill these drippy avocado sandwiches, stuffed with cheese and mayo a la San Francisco.

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

Rediff.com30 May 2026

American Zachary Svajda's impressive run at the French Open continues, fuelled by a viral TikTok post and a stunning victory over Francisco Cerundolo. With top seeds falling, Svajda eyes a deep run and an end to the American men's Grand Slam drought.

Kerala's Menstrual Leave Policy Faces Criticism

Kerala's Menstrual Leave Policy Faces Criticism

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Former DGP R Sreelekha has questioned the Kerala government's proposal to grant menstrual leave for schoolgirls, raising concerns about privacy and whether it empowers or weakens girls.

Great Nicobar project is not about defence but real estate: Rahul

Great Nicobar project is not about defence but real estate: Rahul

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said the government's argument that the Great Nicobar Island Project is about defence and a trans-shipment port is a "lie", and alleged that it is actually about benefiting one businessman so that he can build hotels and casinos on India's most irreplaceable ecological land.

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Tendulkar hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 'He's truly special'

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Sachin Tendulkar has praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, urging coaches and mentors not to interfere with the youngster's natural instincts.

Trump holds off Iran strikes on 'Arab leaders' request'

Trump holds off Iran strikes on 'Arab leaders' request'

Rediff.com19 May 2026

US President Donald Trump announced he halted planned military strikes on Iran following requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, citing ongoing discussions that could lead to a deal.

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa Stuns Carlsen; Gukesh Loses To Firouzja

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa Stuns Carlsen; Gukesh Loses To Firouzja

Rediff.com28 May 2026

R Praggnanandhaa defeated Magnus Carlsen in the Norway Chess tournament, while D Gukesh faced another setback, losing to Alireza Firouzja.

Summer Dessert: Mango Delight

Summer Dessert: Mango Delight

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Mangoes and rosogollas. WHATTA combo!

It felt like a tsunami had hit them: Chopra on SRH bowlers' struggles vs Sooryavanshi

It felt like a tsunami had hit them: Chopra on SRH bowlers' struggles vs Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 97 off just 29 balls to power his team into Qualifier 2 and earned glowing praise from former India opener Aakash Chopra.

Akali Dal Leader Flags 'Horrific' Killing Video To Punjab Police

Akali Dal Leader Flags 'Horrific' Killing Video To Punjab Police

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has sent a video clip linked to the killing of an assistant sub-inspector to the Punjab director general of police. The video allegedly shows the officer being shot at point-blank range.

India Is Lucky To Have Both Nehru And Modi

India Is Lucky To Have Both Nehru And Modi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

If one has to compare the tenures of the two prime ministers one must credit Nehru with laying the foundations on which Modi is building a grand edifice, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India Beat Bangladesh To Secure SAFF Semifinal Spot

India Beat Bangladesh To Secure SAFF Semifinal Spot

Rediff.com31 May 2026

India defeated Bangladesh 3-0 to top Group B and secure a semifinal spot in the SAFF Women's Championship. Goals from Pyari Xaxa, Lynda Kom Serto, and Malavika P sealed the victory, marking India's first win against Bangladesh in seven years.

Russell Takes Pole In Thrilling Canadian Grand Prix Qualifying

Russell Takes Pole In Thrilling Canadian Grand Prix Qualifying

Rediff.com24 May 2026

George Russell secured pole position at the Canadian Grand Prix, narrowly beating teammate Kimi Antonelli in a thrilling qualifying session. Lando Norris will start third, while Max Verstappen expressed frustration with his car's performance.

'Throw age out the window': Rabada on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Throw age out the window': Rabada on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Gujarat Titans defeated Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 to secure a spot in the IPL final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Key performances from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and a strong partnership between Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill led GT to victory.

Flower Credits Bhuvneshwar's Big-Match Temperament for RCB's Success

Flower Credits Bhuvneshwar's Big-Match Temperament for RCB's Success

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

RCB head coach Andy Flower says veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's composure in crunch moments was instrumental in the franchise's successful IPL title defence.

How Sooryavanshi's Bold Prediction Came True In IPL 2026

How Sooryavanshi's Bold Prediction Came True In IPL 2026

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a stunning disclosure about how a bold personal goal powered his record-breaking campaign for Rajasthan Royals.

SRH Assistant Coach Praises Nitish Reddy's Evolution In IPL 2026

SRH Assistant Coach Praises Nitish Reddy's Evolution In IPL 2026

Rediff.com26 May 2026

SRH assistant coach James Franklin lauds Nitish Reddy's transformation into a complete T20 all-rounder, praising his improved bowling, finishing ability and impact in IPL 2026.

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Satwik-Chirag Stun World No 1 Pair To Reach Singapore Open Final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated the world number one pair from Korea to reach the final of the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament.