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Mubassina Mohammed Secures Gold in Long Jump at Indian Open

Mubassina Mohammed Secures Gold in Long Jump at Indian Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mubassina Mohammed won the long jump gold at the fifth Indian Open Jumps Competition held at the Anju Bobby George Foundation Campus.

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

Young Indian athlete Lokesh Sathyanathan won the gold medal in the men's long jump at the NCAA Indoor Championships, setting a new indoor national record.

JD-U veteran KC Tyagi ends long association with party

JD-U veteran KC Tyagi ends long association with party

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Senior JD(U) leader K C Tyagi has resigned from the party after a long association, stating his commitment to ideological principles and respect for Nitish Kumar remain unchanged. He plans to decide his future course of action soon.

Long-Serving Domestic Help Arrested for Theft from Elderly Employers

Long-Serving Domestic Help Arrested for Theft from Elderly Employers

Rediff.com5 days ago

A 55-year-old domestic help in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly stealing gold jewellery and cash worth Rs 16 lakh (16,000) from the house of an elderly couple she worked for over two decades.

T20 World Cup: Long Live Cricket, Long Live India-Pakistan Games

T20 World Cup: Long Live Cricket, Long Live India-Pakistan Games

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

In Sri Lanka, an India-Pakistan game becomes more than cricket. There will be only one silent wish: May cricket live long.

Kerala Police Arrest Two Women After Decade-Long Manhunt in Kannur Murder Case

Kerala Police Arrest Two Women After Decade-Long Manhunt in Kannur Murder Case

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two women, accused of the 2016 murder and robbery of an elderly woman in Kannur, Kerala, have been arrested after nearly a decade on the run. The suspects were apprehended in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, following an extensive investigation by the Crime Branch.

Schools in Kashmir Return to Normal Operations After Week-Long Closure

Schools in Kashmir Return to Normal Operations After Week-Long Closure

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Educational institutions in Kashmir reopened on Monday after a week-long closure due to protests over the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

'Long live women's Test cricket': Alyssa Healy signs off

'Long live women's Test cricket': Alyssa Healy signs off

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Alyssa Healy concluded her international cricket career with a Test victory over India, advocating for the expansion of women's Test cricket.

CBI Arrests Long-Absconding Suspect in Rajasthan Double Murder Case

CBI Arrests Long-Absconding Suspect in Rajasthan Double Murder Case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The CBI has arrested Paras Ram, a proclaimed offender wanted in connection with the 2010 murder of relatives of an additional sessions judge in Rajasthan, after a 16-year manhunt.

A long-game Budget

A long-game Budget

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Union Budget for 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday, which was a first, had an excellent domestic macro backdrop. According to the first advance estimates, gross domestic product (GDP) in constant prices is projected to grow 7.4 per cent in the current financial year, against 6.5 per cent in 2024-25.

Budget 2026 stays committed to long-term growth drivers

Budget 2026 stays committed to long-term growth drivers

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Capex, infrastructure development, and prudent fiscal management are the key focus areas in the Budget, says Nilesh Shah.

Modi's Long Game With Trump Has Paid Off

Modi's Long Game With Trump Has Paid Off

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

India and the US have entered a new phase in their relationship, marked by greater parity, point out Harsh V Pant and Vivek Mishra.

Long-distance runner Pooja suspended for evading dope test

Long-distance runner Pooja suspended for evading dope test

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Pooja Aatmaram has been suspended under Article 2.3 of the World Anti-Doping Agency's code.

A Long-Term Portfolio Should Include...

A Long-Term Portfolio Should Include...

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'...a mix of asset classes.' 'Include equities for growth (across market caps), debt for stability and liquidity, gold as a hedge against macro and currency risk, and global assets for geographical and economic diversification.'

DGCA Flight Duty Relaxation Sparks Pilot Safety Alarm

DGCA Flight Duty Relaxation Sparks Pilot Safety Alarm

Rediff.com12 hours ago

'Extending 'flight duty period' and 'flight time' limits for minimum crew complement operations increases exposure to fatigue-related performance degradation'

Gulf War Fallout: DGCA Allows Longer Pilot Duty Hours

Gulf War Fallout: DGCA Allows Longer Pilot Duty Hours

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Federation of Indian Pilots, said the union has written to the DGCA raising concerns over the extension.

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Sonbhadra Boy Murdered: Neighbour Claims Revenge for Brother's Death

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 12-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by a neighbour in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, who sought revenge against the boy's family for the death of his brother, according to police reports.

Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Long-Standing Record

Kohli Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Long-Standing Record

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has surpassed the legendary Sachin Tendulkar to become India's highest run-scorer against New Zealand in ODIs.

Before IPL 2026, Rohit Finds 'Bliss' in Maldives

Before IPL 2026, Rohit Finds 'Bliss' in Maldives

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rohit Sharma is enjoying a family vacation in the Maldives before the start of the IPL season. He shared a video of his relaxing getaway, showcasing the island's beauty.

Ashwin praise for Gambhir: 'He puts team ahead of individuals'

Ashwin praise for Gambhir: 'He puts team ahead of individuals'

Rediff.com4 hours ago

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about his retirement, his relationship with Gautam Gambhir and culture within the Indian dressing room.

Anil Kapoor: 'I Trained Hard For Subedaar'

Anil Kapoor: 'I Trained Hard For Subedaar'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'When you play someone like Subedaar Arjun Maurya, the strength can't be a costume you wear, it has to come from within.' 'Every bruise, every long day on set was worth it to bring that honesty to the screen.'

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

App Trap: Hidden Cost Of 'Free' Investing

Rediff.com1 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.

School Faces Protest After Teacher Allegedly Tonsures Student Over Hair Length

School Faces Protest After Teacher Allegedly Tonsures Student Over Hair Length

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A private school in Hyderabad faces protests after a teacher allegedly forcibly tonsured a student for having long hair, which the family says was part of a religious vow.

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Middle East War: Why Strait Of Hormuz Is Iran's Trump Card

Rediff.com1 days ago

If the oil infrastructure is attacked by the United States, the whole area could be flooded with oil, spilling into the Persian Gulf.

9-foot crocodile is the latest entrant at IIT Bombay

9-foot crocodile is the latest entrant at IIT Bombay

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 9-foot-long crocodile entered the IIT Bombay campus and was safely rescued by wildlife experts. The reptile was spotted by security staff and subsequently captured by a rescue team from the forest department and RAWW. The crocodile is currently under observation and will be released back into its natural habitat after a medical examination.

Gulveer Singh Shines at NYC Half Marathon with Third-Place Finish

Gulveer Singh Shines at NYC Half Marathon with Third-Place Finish

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian distance runner Gulveer Singh finished third at the New York City Half Marathon, clocking 59 minutes 42 seconds. While the time is faster than the national record, it won't be recognised due to course regulations.

Budget 2026 is cautious and also focussed on the long-term journey

Budget 2026 is cautious and also focussed on the long-term journey

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

This year's Economic Survey and the Union Budget were more closely followed for more reasons than one.

Israel destroys late Ayatollah Khamenei's plane at Tehran airport

Israel destroys late Ayatollah Khamenei's plane at Tehran airport

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Israeli Air Force has destroyed an aircraft used by Iranian leadership at Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran, along with striking over 200 targets across western and central Iran, significantly impacting Iran's strategic capabilities.

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Sanju Samson expresses his excitement about joining Chennai Super Kings and learning from MS Dhoni, while also reflecting on India's T20 World Cup victory and his personal journey.

Finally! Hamilton ends Ferrari podium drought with P3 in China

Finally! Hamilton ends Ferrari podium drought with P3 in China

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lewis Hamilton ended his podium wait with Ferrari with a finish in third place at the Chinese F1 Grand Prix in Shanghai on Sunday.

Lakshya Sen marches into All England quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen marches into All England quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Hong Kong's Ng Ka Long Angus to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

Bengaluru FC Defies Mohun Bagan in Tense ISL Draw

Bengaluru FC Defies Mohun Bagan in Tense ISL Draw

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bengaluru FC held Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a goalless draw in an Indian Super League match, showcasing a strong defensive performance against the league leaders.

Manipur Police Arrest Woman Accused of Recruiting for Banned PLA

Manipur Police Arrest Woman Accused of Recruiting for Banned PLA

Rediff.com2 days ago

A woman militant has been arrested in Manipur's Imphal East district for allegedly recruiting cadre for the banned outfit, People's Liberation Army (PLA), police said.

Mamata Banerjee Announces Traders' Welfare Board for West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee Announces Traders' Welfare Board for West Bengal

Rediff.com5 days ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced the formation of a Traders' Welfare Board to serve as a platform between traders and the state government.

Bending Won't Harm Your Back Long-Term

Bending Won't Harm Your Back Long-Term

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Physical activities such as bending and pushing may temporarily flare up lower back pain but are unlikely to cause long-term damage, a new study has found.

'Ready to halt war if Iran changes course': Israel envoy

'Ready to halt war if Iran changes course': Israel envoy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, stated that Israel is willing to cease hostilities if Iran changes its course, emphasising that Tel Aviv has consulted diplomatic channels, including the US and regional partners.

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Hong Kong's Ng Ka Long Angus to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Rediff.com4 days ago

Kushal Das played a pivotal role in organising the 2017 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in India.

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Lakshya Sen Advances to All England Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen defeated Ng Ka Long Angus of Hong Kong to reach the men's singles quarterfinals of the All England Open Badminton Championships.