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Historic! Harmanpreet becomes 1st with 3 ODI tons in UK

Historic! Harmanpreet becomes 1st with 3 ODI tons in UK

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur became the first visiting batter to score three Women's ODI centuries in England.

Steyn Questions Jadeja, Sundar's Milestone Chase

Steyn Questions Jadeja, Sundar's Milestone Chase

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Steyn, however, argued that once the draw had been secured, personal milestones should have been secondary to the spirit of the game.

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

From managing expectations to bearing the high cost of the procedure, IVF treatments are a complex emotional journey that could strain your marital relationship, warns Dr Venkata Sujatha Vellanki, regional medical head and fertility specialist at Oasis Fertility.

Manushi: The New Desi Girl

Manushi: The New Desi Girl

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Maalik Actor Manushi Chillar has taken her fashion game a notch-up by going desi with most of her outfits and rocking each look while promoting the film.

Why Banks Are Speaking Local Languages

Why Banks Are Speaking Local Languages

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

State-owned banks are prioritising local language skills in their hiring to improve customer service and reduce language barriers.

Trump's Tariffs: Exporters To Take Big Hit

Trump's Tariffs: Exporters To Take Big Hit

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

'The biggest point of contention is market access for US agricultural and dairy products.'

Step-By-Step ITR E-Filing, Choosing Right Tax Regime

Step-By-Step ITR E-Filing, Choosing Right Tax Regime

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Master the online ITR filing process and then learn the differences between the old and new tax regimes to pick your best option.

F1: Piastri beats Norris in rain-hit Belgian Grand Prix

F1: Piastri beats Norris in rain-hit Belgian Grand Prix

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

McLaren's Oscar Piastri beat teammate and title rival Lando Norris in a rain-delayed Belgian Grand Prix to stretch his Formula One lead to 16 points.

How India Is Dealing With Trump's Barbs, Threats

How India Is Dealing With Trump's Barbs, Threats

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'We are a responsible nation, and would prefer to deal with sensitive issues with the maturity they deserve rather than take to social media.'

'Nation first': Sponsor quits India-Pak WCL clash

'Nation first': Sponsor quits India-Pak WCL clash

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The two sides are set to face each other in the semi-finals of the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL), but deepening diplomatic strains and strong public sentiment in India have cast serious doubt on whether the match will actually take place.

Time India Learnt From China Playbook

Time India Learnt From China Playbook

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

If India caves in to US pressure as Trump hopes it will, he will further try to blackmail it into submission, points out Ramesh Menon.

Bhagwant Mann In Tight Spot Over Urban Push

Bhagwant Mann In Tight Spot Over Urban Push

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The land pooling policy aims to kick-start a new wave of urbanisation in the predominantly rural state.

Bumrah Takes Over Wimbledon Spotlight

Bumrah Takes Over Wimbledon Spotlight

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Bumrah, rested for the second Test against England, made a classy appearance alongside wife Sanjana Ganesan.

'Pick experienced Prasidh over newbie Kamboj'

'Pick experienced Prasidh over newbie Kamboj'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has offered his thoughts to solve India's selection dilemma ahead of the fourth Test against England in Manchester, scheduled to begin on Wednesday.

'Take a chill pill': Manjrekar blasts Gambhir

'Take a chill pill': Manjrekar blasts Gambhir

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

As India head into a series-deciding fifth Test, questions over Gambhir's tactics and temperament are growing louder.

'Give Gill time, he will learn from mistakes'

'Give Gill time, he will learn from mistakes'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev on Saturday said the England series will serve as a valuable learning experience for young India skipper Shubman Gill and urged critics to give him some time to grow into the leadership role.

Lyon likely to benched for pink-ball 3rd Test at Kingston

Lyon likely to benched for pink-ball 3rd Test at Kingston

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

The 3rd Test match in Kingston, Jamaica, will mark Australia's first day-night Test away from home and if they opt for a pace-heavy attack, Scott Boland could come into the side.

Spain in women's Euros semis with easy win over Swiss

Spain in women's Euros semis with easy win over Swiss

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Spain forward Athenea del Castillo came off the bench to open the scoring and Claudia Pina added a superb second as they beat hosts Switzerland 2-0 on Friday to reach the women's Euro semi-finals, where they will face France or Germany.

Modi launches India's first vertical lift sea bridge in TN, Stalin opts out

Modi launches India's first vertical lift sea bridge in TN, Stalin opts out

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pamban sea bridge, providing rail link between Rameswaram island and the mainland and flagged off the new Rameswaram-Tambaram (Chennai) train service. The bridge is India's first vertical sea-lift bridge, spanning 2.08 kilometers, and includes a 72.5-meter-long vertical lift span that can be raised up to 17 meters, allowing the smooth passage of large ships while ensuring seamless train operations. Built at a cost of over Rs 550 crore, the bridge features stainless steel reinforcement, high-grade paint, and fully welded joints, enhancing durability while reducing maintenance requirements. The bridge is a remarkable blend of tradition and technology.

IndiGo flight diverted mid-air after 'mayday' call

IndiGo flight diverted mid-air after 'mayday' call

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

According to Indigo, the flight finally landed safely in Bengaluru at about 8.20 pm on June 19.

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'I want to be wearing this England shirt for as long as I can.'

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Make The Right Choice

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Make The Right Choice

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Some individuals opt for the new regime without a comparative analysis of the tax liability under the two regimes.

Heard About Long-Short Funds?

Heard About Long-Short Funds?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'Long-short SIFs are designed for seasoned, high-risk, high-reward investors, who understand market volatility.'

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar 'who deserved century'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Boycott defends Jadeja, Sundar for declining draw offer; slams England's bowling

Bus services hit as transport workers begin strike in K'taka

Bus services hit as transport workers begin strike in K'taka

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

A strike by Karnataka's state-owned transport corporation employees has severely disrupted bus services across the state, leaving passengers stranded and impacting school, college, and office attendance. The strike persists despite a court stay, as unions demand wage revision and payment of salary arrears.

Correct Bogus I-T Deductions Today!

Correct Bogus I-T Deductions Today!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

One of the most exploited provisions is Section 10(13A), which permits exemption on HRA.

Warning labels for samosas, jalebis, laddos? Health Ministry clarifies

Warning labels for samosas, jalebis, laddos? Health Ministry clarifies

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

It advises about display of boards in various workplaces such as lobbies, canteens, cafeterias, meeting rooms etc., to raise awareness on harmful consumption of hidden fats and excess sugar in various food items.

Kuldeep benched! Gavaskar says Gill may not be in charge

Kuldeep benched! Gavaskar says Gill may not be in charge

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Maybe Shubman Gill didn't want Shardul Thakur , wanted Kuldeep Yadav: Sunil Gavaskar questions captain's say in XI

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

'He is very close to getting a game'

'He is very close to getting a game'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Nitish is our premium batting all-rounder at the moment. So I would say it's a very good chance to play this Test.'

Shubman Gill era begins with stunning Oval victory

Shubman Gill era begins with stunning Oval victory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Gill, 25, was appointed captain in May following the retirement of two great Indian batsmen and leaders in Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Patel Lauds India's Grit, Questions England's Spirit-of-Cricket Claims

Patel Lauds India's Grit, Questions England's Spirit-of-Cricket Claims

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The former India wicketkeeper believes the game still had some cricket left in it and that India had earned the right to continue batting.

Delhi-Pune Air India flight suffers bird hit

Delhi-Pune Air India flight suffers bird hit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Air India Pune-bound flight from Delhi suffered a bird hit on Friday, forcing the airline to cancel its return journey.

Trump Effect: Study Loan Surge to Ease in FY26

Trump Effect: Study Loan Surge to Ease in FY26

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Education loan growth is set to halve this fiscal (FY26) because disbursements for the US decelerate following a raft of policy changes there.

Kaur, Kranti shine as India seal ODI series vs England

Kaur, Kranti shine as India seal ODI series vs England

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

A superb 84-ball 102 from skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and a splendid 6-52 from young pacer Kranti Goud helped India Women steer to a sensational 13-run win in the final ODI against England to clinch the three-match series 2-1 at Chester-le-Street, Durham, on Tuesday.

'How will India take 20 wickets?'

'How will India take 20 wickets?'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The beleaguered tourists lined up without their ace bowler in the second contest, Panesar believes India would need to figure out a way to scythe 20 scalps to stand triumphant for the first time in Birmingham.

Why Trump Turned on India, Embraced Pakistan

Why Trump Turned on India, Embraced Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Trump's new rules for how countries should treat him have led to the current breakdown in India-US relations, explains Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Air India cancels Delhi-Paris flight after some issues during checks

Air India cancels Delhi-Paris flight after some issues during checks

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Consequently, the return flight AI142 from Paris to Delhi of June 18 also stands cancelled, it said.

Odisha student battles for life after self-immolation, CM visits hospital

Odisha student battles for life after self-immolation, CM visits hospital

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

A 20-year-old college student in Odisha is in critical condition after setting herself on fire to protest alleged sexual harassment. Doctors have started dialysis, and the Chief Minister has visited the hospital.

Chinese Prez Xi Jinping to skip BRICS Summit for first time in 12 yrs

Chinese Prez Xi Jinping to skip BRICS Summit for first time in 12 yrs

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Instead, Chinese Premier and Xi's confidant Li Qiang will take part in the summit to be held on July 6-7 in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi was expected to take part.