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From Bench to World Cup: Jacob Duffy's Patience Pays Off

From Bench to World Cup: Jacob Duffy's Patience Pays Off

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy reflects on years of waiting, breaking a Sir Richard Hadlee record and finally making his World Cup debut at 31.

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

'I Didn't Feel The Need To Show Cleavage'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'This leading filmmaker told me: "Don't let the industry cake you up with makeup and wigs. You are a breath of fresh air".'

Ageing CBD offices emerge as developers' next growth play

Ageing CBD offices emerge as developers' next growth play

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Office redevelopment is emerging as a key growth frontier for developers as India's commercial real estate market shifts towards quality, sustainability, and capital efficiency. With land parcels scarce in central business districts (CBDs) and demand for Grade A offices remaining strong, developers and investors are increasingly turning to ageing office stock in prime locations to unlock value.

Why Saudi Arabia Is Livid With The UAE

Why Saudi Arabia Is Livid With The UAE

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

What began as a mentor-protege relationship between UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has now evolved into a broader contest over influence, strategy, and leadership in the Middle East, points out Asif Ullah Khan.

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.

The Story Behind World's Longest Sari

The Story Behind World's Longest Sari

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Supreet Singh, filmmaker and co-founder of Red Dot Foundation, explains how the 4km long Infinite Saree is a larger campaign against all forms of sexual abuse, including marital rape.

Kashmiri Pandits welcome to return, but...: Farooq Abdullah

Kashmiri Pandits welcome to return, but...: Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah stated that displaced Kashmiri Pandits are welcome to return to their homes in the Valley, but expressed doubt that they would want to return permanently.

Maruti Dzire is top-selling car of 2025!

Maruti Dzire is top-selling car of 2025!

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

It is after seven years that a sedan has claimed the top spot -- Dzire had last achieved the No.1 position in 2018.

'Dhurandhar Has Changed The Landscape Of Cinema'

'Dhurandhar Has Changed The Landscape Of Cinema'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Established filmmakers want to go with the sequels of earlier hit films like Housefull 5 or Mastiii 4. They don't want to come up with fresh ideas. This is pure laziness.'

BMC election: Colaba ward sees dismal 20.88% voter turnout

BMC election: Colaba ward sees dismal 20.88% voter turnout

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The civic ward was unable to manage even half of Mumbai's overall voter turnout of 52.94 per cent, which means only 9,614 residents of the total 46,036 exercised their franchise.

World Chess title in Chennai? Vishy Anand fuels big talk

World Chess title in Chennai? Vishy Anand fuels big talk

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Viswanathan Anand believes that this year's world championship can happen in Chennai if R Praggnanandhaa wins the Candidates Tournament

Tina Dabi Flag Hoisting Video Goes Viral, IAS Officer Explains What Went Wrong

Tina Dabi Flag Hoisting Video Goes Viral, IAS Officer Explains What Went Wrong

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

A video of IAS officer Tina Dabi during flag hoisting has gone viral. She explains how the mistake happened and clears the air.

Budget Gets a New Address

Budget Gets a New Address

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Nirmala Sitharaman moved into her Kartavya Bhavan office on October 2, in time to get the work on the Budget 2026-2027 going.

New cycling event fuels India's 2036 Olympic medal hopes

New cycling event fuels India's 2036 Olympic medal hopes

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Spread across 437 kilometres and four stages, the Pune Grand Tour, starting on Monday, will feature around 170 riders from 35 countries, including 12 locals.

41st Season at 58: J-League Legend Defies Time Again

41st Season at 58: J-League Legend Defies Time Again

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Japan soccer great Kazuyoshi Miura, 58, said on Friday he had all but given up on a return to the J-League before signing for Fukushima United, adding that he hopes to contribute with goals and assists in the latest chapter of his age-defying career.

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

'Salil Chowdhury Could Find A Song Even In A Storm'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'Once when he was on a flight, the plane hit an air-pocket.' 'The turbulence outside caused it to see-saw violently which caused a lot of panic inside. While his co-passengers were crying and praying for their lives, Salil kaku was writing a song in his head.'

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'...including my baby sisters, age three and one.' 'My dad was humiliated, and he started screaming at them.'

UK unveils stricter road safety norms named after Indian-origin boy

UK unveils stricter road safety norms named after Indian-origin boy

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

The UK government has announced a new road safety strategy, including 'Dev's Law' named after an Indian-origin boy killed in a road accident, to reduce deaths and serious injuries on British roads.

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The pause will begin on January 21 and will remain in effect indefinitely until the State Department completes a reassessment of visa processing, the report said.

Is a Hindu unity pitch emerging from renewed NSS-SNDP ties in Kerala?

Is a Hindu unity pitch emerging from renewed NSS-SNDP ties in Kerala?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Sukumaran Nair said he had noted Natesan's remarks and that a decision would be taken after a meeting scheduled for January 21.

Kalamkaval Review: Mammootty Surprises Yet Again

Kalamkaval Review: Mammootty Surprises Yet Again

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Kalamkaval, like any good work of art, suggests more than it shows, raves Arjun Menon.

Prioritising recovery, patience key to longevity: Intanon

Prioritising recovery, patience key to longevity: Intanon

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'My aim is to stay on the World Tour year by year. I am not thinking about the 2028 Olympics'

Why Jitesh May Edge Out Samson In India's T20I Playing XI

Why Jitesh May Edge Out Samson In India's T20I Playing XI

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Jitesh Sharma has shown he is quite a capable player. He can bat lower down the order and look to hit the big shots even with a slightly older ball.'

Why Is Putin Celebrating Christmas Now?

Why Is Putin Celebrating Christmas Now?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

President Vladimir Putin attended an early Wednesday Russian Orthodox Christmas service and hailed his troops' 'holy mission' to defend Russia, pairing the ceremony with a holiday address on unity, charity and support for the armed forces.

'Virat Kohli plays cricket on another level'

'Virat Kohli plays cricket on another level'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

New Zealand all-rounder Kyle Jamieson says he can only marvel at the Indian superstar's craft as he operates at a "different level", one where great batters have their way even if bowlers try to contain them.

'Can We Break Up After A Month?'

'Can We Break Up After A Month?'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

'What interested me more than the influencers was how were they surviving in Bombay?' 'How many reels did they make per month? How much money did they need to get by?' 'Did they get a job and then come back home and do this at night?'

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Raja Saab is a poorly judged effort to appease to the lowest hanging fruit, and is not sincere in its ambition to entertain, notes Arjun Menon.

Vaa Vaathiyaar Review: Karthi's Swashbuckling Entertainer

Vaa Vaathiyaar Review: Karthi's Swashbuckling Entertainer

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Vaa Vaathiyar ends up being a bland yet fascinating iteration of a masala film funnelled through the prism of a quirky humorist, notes Arjun Menon.

Fitness test fee for all 20-year-old motor vehicles hiked

Fitness test fee for all 20-year-old motor vehicles hiked

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Months after the government increased renewal charges for older vehicles, the transport ministry has raised the fitness test fee for all motor vehicles older than 20 years to discourage people from keeping them.

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Italy are gearing up for their Twenty20 World Cup debut, hoping a strong showing next month will help the sport break into popular culture in a soccer-obsessed nation that does not have a natural cricket pitch.

No Covid vax link to youngsters' sudden deaths: AIIMS study

No Covid vax link to youngsters' sudden deaths: AIIMS study

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

A comprehensive study by AIIMS, Delhi, found no evidence linking COVID-19 vaccination to sudden deaths in young adults, emphasizing the safety of the vaccines and highlighting coronary artery disease as a leading cause of sudden death.

2026: 10 Tips To Improve Heart Health

2026: 10 Tips To Improve Heart Health

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Dr Rahul Gupta, director-cardiologist at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, shares simple habits that will help you prioritise your heart's health.

YOLO Spirit Ignites 2026 Travel

YOLO Spirit Ignites 2026 Travel

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The growing YOLO (You Only Live Once) mindset, coupled with a desire for immersive outdoor experiences, is driving demand, primarily across age groups from 20 to 45 years.

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Older and Wiser, Dawson Seeks to Make Most of Test Comeback

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'...I thought Test cricket was gone. To be back involved is really cool and I've got to try and enjoy each day that I get.'

Carey's Ashes Ton Turns Tribute for His Late Father

Carey's Ashes Ton Turns Tribute for His Late Father

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'Dad played the biggest role in my cricket, coached me all the way through and sort of let me go as I got into my older teenage years, but (he) would always shoot a message (like) 'put the reverse sweep away'.'

10 Countries With Names History Forgot

10 Countries With Names History Forgot

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The new names vs old names of various nations.

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

19 Year Old Grandmaster Is Anganwadi Worker's Son

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'My next aim is to go past 2700.'

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

Slain Aus shooter Sajid Akram visited Hyderabad six times: Police

Slain Aus shooter Sajid Akram visited Hyderabad six times: Police

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Telangana Police investigate the connection between Sajid Akram, the suspect in the recent Australia mass shooting, and his multiple visits to Hyderabad after migrating abroad.

The Great Shamsuddin Family Review: Interesting Watch

The Great Shamsuddin Family Review: Interesting Watch

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Great Shamsuddin Family is a seemingly light chamber piece that hides its claws of social commentary under the chirpy banter of an apartment full of women, observes Deepa Gahlot.