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T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.

Jab Khuli Kitaab Review: Charming, Gentle Humour

Jab Khuli Kitaab Review: Charming, Gentle Humour

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

It is a pleasure watching Pankaj Kapur and a radiant Dimple Kapadia, two outstanding actors effortlessly portray complex emotions in Jab Khuli Kitaab, raves Deepa Gahlot.

Australian Open: Madison Keys beats the heat and Pliskova to advance

Australian Open: Madison Keys beats the heat and Pliskova to advance

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Australian Open defending champion Madison Keys raised her game in the Melbourne Park heat to beat Karolina Pliskova 6-3, 6-3 and reach the fourth round.

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Smriti Mandhana World No 1 Batter In Women's ODIs

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India opener Smriti Mandhana has risen to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings.

Luxury Car Showroom in Gurugram Targeted in Shooting

Luxury Car Showroom in Gurugram Targeted in Shooting

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A man was injured and vehicles damaged after a shooting at a luxury used-car showroom in Gurugram. Police are investigating potential links to the Himanshu Bhau gang.

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-athletics.

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian para-athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-sports.

IIT Delhi and University of Exeter collaborate on sports tech innovations for injury prevention and real-time concussion detection.

IIT Delhi and University of Exeter collaborate on sports tech innovations for injury prevention and real-time concussion detection.

Rediff.com7 days ago

IIT Delhi, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, is developing cutting-edge sports technology, including wearable ultrasound sensors for injury prevention and helmets that can detect concussions in real-time, potentially revolutionising athlete safety and performance.

Trump, Putin discuss Iran crisis as Hormuz disruption jolts global energy

Trump, Putin discuss Iran crisis as Hormuz disruption jolts global energy

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Iran conflict and its impact on global energy supplies during a phone call.

Sabalenka refuses to take anything for granted at Australian Open

Sabalenka refuses to take anything for granted at Australian Open

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'Doesn't matter what the head-to-head looks like. It's always a new match, always a new battle.'

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee crashed to a record closing low against the US dollar due to rising global crude oil prices, a strengthening dollar, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Sindhu stunned by Linh at India Open

Sindhu stunned by Linh at India Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Earlier, former world No.1 Srikanth had to dig deep to outlast fellow Indian Tharun Mannepalli 15-21, 21-6, 21-19.

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Double-Decker Buses Set To Boost Delhi Tourism

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The 63-seater open-top bus, manufactured by Ashok Leyland's arm Switch Mobility, was gifted to the city's tourism department as a corporate social responsibility initiative.

Diamond Harbour FC Secures Maiden IFL Win in Thrilling Encounter

Diamond Harbour FC Secures Maiden IFL Win in Thrilling Encounter

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Diamond Harbour FC secured their first-ever Indian Football League (IFL) victory, defeating Dempo SC 2-1 in a thrilling match at the Kalyani Stadium. Antonio Moyano and Hugo Diaz scored for Diamond Harbour, while Marcus Joseph netted Dempo's only goal.

Hundreds of F1 Staff Stuck in Bahrain Amid Airspace Closure

Hundreds of F1 Staff Stuck in Bahrain Amid Airspace Closure

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Hundreds of Formula One team personnel are stranded in Bahrain after airspace closures triggered by Middle East conflict, but Australian GP chief Travis Auld says Melbourne's season-opener will not be affected.

Congress-led UDF closely monitoring CPI(M) leader's independent election bid in Kerala

Congress-led UDF closely monitoring CPI(M) leader's independent election bid in Kerala

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Congress-led UDF is closely monitoring CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran's decision to contest as an independent candidate in the upcoming Assembly election. UDF leaders are considering supporting Sudhakaran, while the CPI(M) expresses disappointment and denies mistreatment.

Heartbreak for Lakshya Sen in All England Final

Heartbreak for Lakshya Sen in All England Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Lakshya Sen ends runner-up at All England Open, loses men's singles final 15-21 20-22 to Lin Chun-Yi.

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Formula One's 2026 season opens at the Australian Grand Prix with sweeping chassis and power unit changes, new overtake modes and sustainable fuel ushering in a bold but uncertain new era.

War reaches Lebanon, Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut

War reaches Lebanon, Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The escalating conflict in West Asia widened on Monday as Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon, following projectile fire from Lebanese territory into northern Israel. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) said in a series of posts on X that it carried out targeted strikes against senior members of Hezbollah in the Beirut area in response to the projectile fire launched toward Israel, particularly toward the north of the country.

Street Signs: Narrowing window, upping the colo game, and test of patience

Street Signs: Narrowing window, upping the colo game, and test of patience

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

With domestic markets turning choppy, investors are increasingly scouting for opportunities overseas to diversify portfolios and hedge against a weakening rupee.

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

'Vijay Is Not Accessible Even To His Parents'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'He is not accessible even to his family, his wife or his mother or his father. No one.' 'He has created a barrier so that nobody can go and talk to him.' 'This kind of a mentality is a big question mark in politics.'

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn, with the Sensex and Nifty plummeting due to rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and continuous foreign fund outflows.

Aizawl FC Defeats Rajasthan United in I-League Clash

Aizawl FC Defeats Rajasthan United in I-League Clash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Aizawl FC secured their first victory of the Indian Football League 2025-26 season by defeating Rajasthan United FC 3-1. Zomuasanga opened the scoring, followed by goals from Vincent Lalduhawma and Lalhriatpuia, while Pedro Astray scored for Rajasthan United. Gokulam Kerala FC and Chanmari FC are set to play their respective matches on Saturday.

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A three-year-old girl in Rajasthan has received an artificial intelligence-based smart cochlear implant, marking a first for government hospitals in the state and offering new hope for treating hearing impairment.

Gunmen Target Social Media Star's Home in Thane, India

Gunmen Target Social Media Star's Home in Thane, India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Unidentified individuals opened fire at the residence of a social media influencer in Thane, Maharashtra, prompting a police investigation. No injuries were reported, but a vehicle was damaged in the incident.

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Visa Forgery Gang Busted in Noida, One Arrested

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Noida Police have arrested one person and busted a gang allegedly involved in forging visas and duping people with promises of overseas jobs.

Carlos Alcaraz routs Alex de Minaur; advances to first Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz routs Alex de Minaur; advances to first Australian Open semi-final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz charged into the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in his career with a dominant victory over local favourite Alex de Minaur.

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday?

Lin Chun-Yi, An Se Young clinch India Open titles

Lin Chun-Yi, An Se Young clinch India Open titles

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Chinese Taipei's Lin Chun-Yi claimed his maiden Super 750 title in men's singles, while World No. 1 An Se Young of South Korea underlined her supremacy by securing the women's singles crown at the $950,000 India Open, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Georgios Frangulis ahead of the Indian Wells tournament, where the World No. 1 will return to action from an extended break after losing the Australian Open final in January.

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Pakistan's white-ball coach Mike Hesson defends the exclusion of senior players from the ODI series in Bangladesh, stating it's an opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment for T20 World Cup performance. He also addresses reports of disagreements with selectors.

BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee for Disrespecting President Murmu

BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee for Disrespecting President Murmu

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The BJP has strongly criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her remarks about President Droupadi Murmu, accusing her of disrespect and questioning her commitment to the Constitution.

T20 World Cup Final: National treasure Bumrah once-in-a-generation bowler: Suryakumar

T20 World Cup Final: National treasure Bumrah once-in-a-generation bowler: Suryakumar

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav lauded Jasprit Bumrah as a 'national treasure' following their victory against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An article about Sanju Samson's journey to success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the influence of his father's advice and his commitment to his roots.

Woman Claims Illegal Transactions in Her Name

Woman Claims Illegal Transactions in Her Name

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A woman in Dombivali, Thane district, claims unauthorized transactions of 2.6 crore occurred in bank accounts opened in her name, potentially linked to a scam originating in Uttarakhand.

Delhi YouTuber's Death Sparks Family Protest Over Alleged Foul Play

Delhi YouTuber's Death Sparks Family Protest Over Alleged Foul Play

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A 31-year-old YouTuber and garment trader was found dead in Delhi, prompting his family to allege foul play and stage a protest, demanding a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

T20 World Cup: Should India Drop Abhishek for England Semis?

T20 World Cup: Should India Drop Abhishek for England Semis?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Despite India's semi-final qualification in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, concerns linger over Abhishek Sharma's inconsistent form, with former captain Anil Kumble suggesting a lack of confidence.

Chandigarh Police Probe 116 Crore Fraudulent Fixed Deposits

Chandigarh Police Probe 116 Crore Fraudulent Fixed Deposits

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Chandigarh Police have launched an investigation into a fraud involving fake fixed deposit receipts (FDRs) worth 116.84 crore, allegedly issued by a private bank manager, impacting the Chandigarh municipal corporation's funds.

Diamond Harbour FC Defeats Dempo SC for Maiden IFL Win

Diamond Harbour FC Defeats Dempo SC for Maiden IFL Win

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Diamond Harbour FC secured their first-ever Indian Football League (IFL) victory after edging past Dempo SC 2-1. In another match, Shillong Lajong FC defeated Real Kashmir FC.

Gunman Apprehended After Shooting at Influencer's Home in Thane

Gunman Apprehended After Shooting at Influencer's Home in Thane

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A social media influencer's home in Thane, Maharashtra, was attacked in a shooting. Police apprehended one suspect after a chase, during which two bystanders were injured.