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How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

How Krutrim Became India's First AI Unicorn

Rediff.com6 days ago

Krutrim, India's first AI unicorn, has successfully repositioned itself as a focused domestic AI Cloud Services provider, reporting its first annual net profit in FY26.

Paddler Dies On Court At National Masters Championships

Paddler Dies On Court At National Masters Championships

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Tamil Nadu table tennis player I.M. Louis Raj died after collapsing on court during a match at the 32nd National Masters Table Tennis Championships in Pune. The cause of death was cardiac arrest.

India And Russia Consider Athletics Partnership

India And Russia Consider Athletics Partnership

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Athletics bodies of India and Russia are exploring a long-term cooperation in organising training camps, grassroots development works and mutual participation of their players in their respective competitions.

Bombay HC Upholds Acquittal Of 22 Persons In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Encounter Case

Bombay HC Upholds Acquittal Of 22 Persons In Sohrabuddin Shaikh Encounter Case

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Bombay High Court has upheld the acquittal of 22 accused in the 2005 alleged fake encounter case of gangster Sohrabuddin Shaikh, his wife Kausar Bi, and aide Tulsiram Prajapati, dismissing appeals filed by Shaikh's brothers.

Can Knight Riders halt Sunrisers Hyderabad's winning run?

Can Knight Riders halt Sunrisers Hyderabad's winning run?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad, riding high on a five-match winning streak, will face a resurgent Kolkata Knight Riders in an IPL match. SRH's strong batting line-up, featuring in-form players like Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, will challenge KKR's bowling attack. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, aims to continue their comeback after consecutive wins.

Goa's Mrunal Naik picked for BCCI U-16 Elite Camp

Goa's Mrunal Naik picked for BCCI U-16 Elite Camp

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Mrunal Naik has been selected for the BCCI U-16 Elite Camp 2026. The camp will be held in Dehradun from May 11 to June 6.

Suraj Kumar Chand Reaches HCL Squash Semis

Suraj Kumar Chand Reaches HCL Squash Semis

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Suraj Kumar Chand was the only Indian player to advance to the semi-finals of the HCL Squash PSA Challenger Tour at the Indian Squash Academy.

India Mounts Comeback To Beat Slovakia In Table Tennis

India Mounts Comeback To Beat Slovakia In Table Tennis

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The Indian men's table tennis team rallied to defeat Slovakia 3-2 in a Group 7 match at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships in London.

Theegala And Rai Begin Zurich Classic With Solid Round

Theegala And Rai Begin Zurich Classic With Solid Round

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sahith Theegala and Aaron Rai, golfers of Indian origin, made a steady start at the Zurich Classic, while Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer lead the tournament.

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal dies at 84

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal dies at 84

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal has passed away at the age of 84 after suffering a heart attack. He was a member of the Indian team that won bronze at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.

India U17 Women's Team Suffers Defeat Against Australia

India U17 Women's Team Suffers Defeat Against Australia

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India's AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup campaign began with a 0-2 defeat against Australia, marking their return to the competition after 21 years. Theodora Mouithys and an own goal secured the win for Australia.

Drug Trafficker Dola's Chemist Links Under Investigation

Drug Trafficker Dola's Chemist Links Under Investigation

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Investigators are probing the network of Mohammad Salim Dola, an alleged international drug trafficker, and have uncovered links with chemists and pharma dealers who allegedly aided his illicit trans-national racket.

Chotrani Bows Out After Quarterfinal Thriller

Chotrani Bows Out After Quarterfinal Thriller

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

India's Veer Chotrani lost to France's Baptiste Masotti in the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open, a PSA Bronze-level event. Other Indian players, including Abhay Singh, Ramit Tandon, and Joshna Chinappa, were also eliminated.

Preferential Equity Listings Hit Record High in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Preferential Equity Listings Hit Record High in FY26 Amid Market Volatility

Rediff.com6 days ago

Preferential equity listings in India reached an unprecedented 1,307 in FY26, marking a 33% increase from the previous year and reflecting a strategic choice for companies during market volatility.

Martin Goodwill Upsets Sourav Kothari At World Billiards

Martin Goodwill Upsets Sourav Kothari At World Billiards

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Martin Goodwill of England defeated reigning champion Sourav Kothari in the IBSF World Billiards Championship, while Pankaj Advani dominated his group. Several other Indian players also advanced to the knockout stage.

India's Veer Chotrani upsets seed to reach Hamburg Open quarterfinals

India's Veer Chotrani upsets seed to reach Hamburg Open quarterfinals

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Veer Chotrani progresses to the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open squash tournament, while other Indian players face defeat in the second round.

Asian Junior Squash: Anika Dubey will set sights on another medal

Asian Junior Squash: Anika Dubey will set sights on another medal

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Anika Dubey from Pune, Akanksha Gupta from Thane, and Vasundhara Nangare from Kalamb -- three girls from different corners of Maharashtra have cleared the SRFI Selection Round for the 33rd Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships to be held in China.

De Kock scripts IPL history with third ton

De Kock scripts IPL history with third ton

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Quinton de Kock becomes the first wicketkeeper to score three IPL centuries, but Mumbai Indians lose to Punjab Kings despite his record-breaking knock.

How Diksha Dagar Fared At SA Women's Open

How Diksha Dagar Fared At SA Women's Open

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar experienced a challenging day at the Investec SA Women's Open, slipping down the leaderboard due to unfavourable weather conditions. Other Indian players, Pranavi Urs and Avani Prashanth, managed to improve their positions slightly, while several others missed the cut. Pia Babnik and Esme Hamilton are tied for the lead.

Haryana Beat Maharashtra To Win Rugby Sevens Championship

Haryana Beat Maharashtra To Win Rugby Sevens Championship

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Haryana emerged victorious in the 13th Senior National Rugby Sevens Championship, defeating Maharashtra in a closely contested final. West Bengal secured the bronze medal, while Rajasthan's Rajan Rawat was the tournament's top scorer.

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

IPL 2026: Ignored Holder breaks silence after GT's collapse

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder discusses his focus on being ready for an opportunity with Gujarat Titans, praising young pacer Ashok Sharma, and backing Nicholas Pooran to bounce back from a slow start in the IPL.

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Langer Explains Pooran's Super Over Role Against Narine

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants coach Justin Langer defended the decision to send Nicholas Pooran to face Sunil Narine in the Super Over, citing Pooran's experience against Narine despite his recent form. Langer also praised Mohsin Khan's performance and potential for the Indian team.

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

Rediff.com7 days ago

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.

Diksha Dagar Starts Well At MCB Ladies Classic In Mauritius

Diksha Dagar Starts Well At MCB Ladies Classic In Mauritius

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Diksha Dagar began strongly at the MCB Ladies Classic in Mauritius, carding a 4-under 68, highlighted by a hole-in-one. Agathe Laisne leads the field with an 8-under 64.

How Punjab Plans To Strengthen Hockey With Dutch Expertise

How Punjab Plans To Strengthen Hockey With Dutch Expertise

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has invited Dutch hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander to help strengthen hockey in the state, particularly ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy. Mann emphasised the government's commitment to restoring the sport's glory and highlighted Punjab's rich hockey legacy.

Sahith Theegala In Top 10 At Cadillac Championship

Sahith Theegala In Top 10 At Cadillac Championship

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Indian-American golfer Sahith Theegala began the Cadillac Championship with a 3-under 69, placing him in the top 10, while Cameron Young leads the field with an impressive 64.

Bajaj Auto gears up for festival season with new Pulsar models

Bajaj Auto gears up for festival season with new Pulsar models

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bajaj Auto is set to launch new Pulsar motorcycles in the 125cc and 150-250cc segments in Q2 FY27, aiming to capitalise on the upcoming festival season surge. This move follows strong growth in the 150cc-plus segment, where refreshed Pulsar models already account for over 50 per cent of Bajaj's sales.

India U17 Women's Team Loses Final Friendly To Russia

India U17 Women's Team Loses Final Friendly To Russia

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The India U17 women's team concluded their series of friendlies in Sochi with a third defeat to Russia, losing 3-0. This series was part of their preparation for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026.

Abhay Singh exits Grasshopper Cup after thrilling quarter-final

Abhay Singh exits Grasshopper Cup after thrilling quarter-final

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

India's Abhay Singh lost a thrilling quarterfinal match to Egypt's Karim Gawad at the Grasshopper Cup squash tournament in Zurich.

Lakshya Sen Falters Against Li Shi Feng In Thomas Cup Tie

Lakshya Sen Falters Against Li Shi Feng In Thomas Cup Tie

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Lakshya Sen lost a hard-fought match to Li Shi Feng in their Thomas Cup tie, putting India behind China 0-1. Despite a strong showing at the All England Championships, Lakshya couldn't replicate his success, losing in three games.

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Sports Ministry Re-evaluates National Sports Awards to Ensure Deserving Athletes Are Honoured

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The National Sports Awards have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process by the Sports Ministry to ensure only deserving athletes are honoured. The ministry aims to establish clearer criteria to avoid controversies and ensure deserving athletes are recognised without unnecessary hurdles.

Badoni Selection: Is Gambhir Playing Favourites?

Badoni Selection: Is Gambhir Playing Favourites?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Fans on social media accused Gautam Gambhir of favouritism, questioning Ayush Badoni's inclusion given his modest List A record.

India's U18 Ice Hockey Team To Compete In Asia Cup

India's U18 Ice Hockey Team To Compete In Asia Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Indian U18 ice hockey team, led by Gurtej Singh Bhatti, will participate in the U18 Asia Cup in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from April 27 to May 3, according to the national federation.

ISL: Kerala Blasters strike late to beat Odisha FC

ISL: Kerala Blasters strike late to beat Odisha FC

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Kerala Blasters FC defeated Odisha FC 2-1 in a thrilling Indian Super League match, with Matias Hernandez scoring the decisive goal in stoppage time.

India's U18 Ice Hockey Team To Compete In Asia Cup

India's U18 Ice Hockey Team To Compete In Asia Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

The Indian U18 ice hockey team, led by Gurtej Singh Bhatti, is set to participate in the U18 Asia Cup in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from April 27 to May 3, according to the national federation.

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

India Set For Thomas Cup Quarter-final With Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

India will face Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup Finals, aiming to continue their quest for a second title. India progressed to the quarterfinals after finishing second in Group A. Chinese Taipei, led by world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, topped Group C.

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The National Sports Awards in India have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process aimed at ensuring only deserving athletes receive the honour. The Sports Ministry is reassessing Arjuna Award recommendations to maintain the award's value and avoid controversies.

Sourav Kothari Advances At World Billiards Championship

Sourav Kothari Advances At World Billiards Championship

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Sourav Kothari survived a scare in his opening match of the IBSF World Billiards Championship, while Pankaj Advani and Dhruv Sitwala registered comfortable wins.

Sreenidi Deccan Secure Victory Over Diamond Harbour FC

Sreenidi Deccan Secure Victory Over Diamond Harbour FC

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated league leaders Diamond Harbour FC 2-1 in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Brandon Vanlalremdika and David Castaneda. Diamond Harbour played with 10 men for most of the match after an early red card.

Fadnavis Calls For Maharashtra Police To Combat Cybercrime

Fadnavis Calls For Maharashtra Police To Combat Cybercrime

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has emphasised the need for the state police to enhance their preparedness in addressing modern challenges such as cybercrime and financial offences. He highlighted the importance of the police force in maintaining law and order and contributing to the state's economic progress during the closing ceremony of the 36th Maharashtra State Police Sports Competition.