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Mumbai Indians name Luke Williams as new head coach for WPL 2027

Mumbai Indians name Luke Williams as new head coach for WPL 2027

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Mumbai Indians have appointed Luke Williams as their new head coach for the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 season, replacing Lisa Keightley who has decided to move on from the role.

Rahul speaks to IIT-B student Sahil Wakode's parents, assures help

Rahul speaks to IIT-B student Sahil Wakode's parents, assures help

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to the parents of Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student who died by suicide, assuring them support in their quest for justice. Sahil's death is under police investigation, with allegations of caste discrimination against a faculty member who has been sent on leave. Sahil's parents plan an indefinite hunger strike.

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Shaque: Trust No One has a promising mystery and enough juicy red herrings to keep you guessing, but its convenient writing and dated clichs eventually derail the show.

Asian Games Gold will drive women's cricket growth: Shafali

Asian Games Gold will drive women's cricket growth: Shafali

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Star opener Shafali Verma believes India's women's cricket is on an upward trajectory, with more medals and trophies expected to fuel its growth, following their gold medal defence at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

Palghar Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence For Child Sexual Assault

Palghar Court Hands Down 20-Year Sentence For Child Sexual Assault

Rediff.com5 hours ago

A Palghar court has sentenced Madhu Dharma Govari to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor boy. The court rejected the defence's claim of improbability in a crowded locality, emphasizing that "bystander apathy" does not undermine a victim's testimony. Forensic evidence and the victim's credible account corroborated the conviction under POCSO Act and IPC.

'When You Say AI Is Going To End Humanity...'

'When You Say AI Is Going To End Humanity...'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

'There is a long set of decisions that have to be made along the way for anything to actually get actuated in the real world.'

China, US should be 'partners, not rivals', says Xi as Trump rolls out red carpet

China, US should be 'partners, not rivals', says Xi as Trump rolls out red carpet

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping's arrival in Washington marks a pivotal moment for global diplomacy, as he advocates for a "partners, not rivals" approach to US-China relations amidst high-stakes discussions on trade, technology, and international stability.

'Alia Bhatt Is Very Easy To Work With'

'Alia Bhatt Is Very Easy To Work With'

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Actor Arif Zakaria on directors, actors and movies he has done in a remarkable career spanning 40 years.

Dipanshi's Journey: Beyond The Mat, A Philosophy For Life

Dipanshi's Journey: Beyond The Mat, A Philosophy For Life

Rediff.com6 hours ago

At 17, Dipanshi is set to make her Asian Games debut in wrestling, bringing a unique life philosophy that prioritises being a good person over just athletic success. Despite lacking senior-level experience, the three-time Asian championship gold medallist is embracing the challenge with curiosity, learning from top competitors and Japanese coaching, while aiming to forge her own identity in the sport.

IIT Bombay suicide: CCTV shows what transpired in exam hall

IIT Bombay suicide: CCTV shows what transpired in exam hall

Rediff.com6 hours ago

CCTV footage purportedly showing a student leaving an exam hall at IIT Bombay has gone viral, coinciding with allegations of caste-based harassment following the suicide of second-year student Sahil Wakode. The professor named in the FIR has been sent on leave.

Naruka And Dhaliwal Secure Bronze In Asian Games Mixed Skeet

Naruka And Dhaliwal Secure Bronze In Asian Games Mixed Skeet

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian shooters Anant Jeet Singh Naruka and Parinaaz Dhaliwal clinched a bronze medal in the mixed team skeet event at the Asian Games, contributing to India's growing medal tally in shooting.

Traders call for 'No UPI Day' on October 2 to protest new MDR levy

Traders call for 'No UPI Day' on October 2 to protest new MDR levy

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Trade and business associations across India are organising a 'No UPI Day' on October 2 to protest the upcoming 0.4 per cent merchant discount rate (MDR) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions exceeding 2,000, effective from October 15.

How India's Football Team Aims To Gain Experience Against World-Class Opponents

How India's Football Team Aims To Gain Experience Against World-Class Opponents

Rediff.com6 hours ago

The Indian football team is set to play a series of international friendlies against Panama, Brazil, and Uruguay, offering valuable experience against world-class opponents. These matches are crucial for the team to assess its current standard and gain confidence, despite facing significantly more accomplished sides.

Wushu Star Roshibina Devi Addresses Controversy After Asian Games Silver

Wushu Star Roshibina Devi Addresses Controversy After Asian Games Silver

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian wushu player Roshibina Devi secured her second consecutive Asian Games silver medal, defeating Zhang Xiaoyu of China in the women's 60kg final. This achievement comes amidst controversy surrounding her inclusion in the squad, following accusations of unfair selection by omitted player Divyanshi Choudhary. Roshibina dismissed the allegations, attributing the decision to the federation, and expressed happiness with her medal despite the pre-Games disturbances. She also highlighted the need for Indian wushu players to improve their mental fortitude to compete with dominant Chinese athletes.

Sunita Reacts To Govinda-Komal's Lalbaugcha Raja Visit

Sunita Reacts To Govinda-Komal's Lalbaugcha Raja Visit

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Govinda's recent visit to Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja with his Roopa co-star Komal Rani Swarnkar has fuelled ongoing relationship rumours, prompting cryptic comments from his wife Sunita Ahuja and strong reactions from Kashmera Shah.

Asian Games Swimming: Rohit Misses Final, Relay Team Struggles

Asian Games Swimming: Rohit Misses Final, Relay Team Struggles

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Indian swimmer Benedicton Rohit finished joint-12th in the men's 50m butterfly heats at the Asian Games, narrowly missing a final spot.

India's Pune Secures Historic Bid For UCI Road World Championships 2032

India's Pune Secures Historic Bid For UCI Road World Championships 2032

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Pune, India, has been selected to host the UCI Road World Championships in 2032, marking the first time the prestigious cycling event will come to the country. This historic achievement is the result of a collaborative bid by the Government of Maharashtra and the Cycling Federation of India, supported by the Government of India, aiming to establish Pune as a premier global cycling destination. The decision was announced at the UCI Congress in Montreal after Pune's successful presentation, highlighting India's growing potential in the sport.

Woman 'gang-raped' by 2 UP cops, 2 CRPF men at U'khand MLA's farmhouse

Woman 'gang-raped' by 2 UP cops, 2 CRPF men at U'khand MLA's farmhouse

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A shocking incident in Amroha sees four law enforcement personnel, including Uttar Pradesh Police and CRPF members, arrested for the alleged gangrape of a woman, sparking outrage and calls for stringent action.

Asian Games: Indian Men's Kabaddi Team Storms Into Semis

Asian Games: Indian Men's Kabaddi Team Storms Into Semis

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Defending champions India's men's kabaddi team secured a dominant 37-21 victory over Chinese Taipei, advancing to the semi-finals of the Asian Games with an unbeaten record in Group A.

Indian Shooters Face Disappointment At Asian Games

Indian Shooters Face Disappointment At Asian Games

Rediff.com7 hours ago

India's men's 10m air pistol team, comprising Kamaljeet, Aakash Bhardwaj, and Kedarling Uchaganve, failed to secure a medal at the Asian Games. Kamaljeet narrowly missed the final, while Kedarling's poor performance led to Japan clinching the bronze medal. This marks another disappointing day for Indian shooting, which has yet to win a gold medal after five days of competition, raising concerns about their performance at the event.

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Has More Than Good Looks

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Has More Than Good Looks

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE brings together a premium AMOLED display, a versatile triple-camera system

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red; BSE tanked over 600 points

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red; BSE tanked over 600 points

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant drop in early trade, with the Sensex falling over 600 points, primarily due to crude oil prices surging past the USD 100 per barrel mark and weak global market trends. Track Sensex, Nifty on September 24.

From Earning Rs 45 A Day To Directing Gondhal

From Earning Rs 45 A Day To Directing Gondhal

Rediff.com7 hours ago

'I used to earn Rs 45 for working 12 hours a day at the age of 14.' 'The situation at home was weak, so that money was very important. I did whatever work I could find.'

Don't let Putin drag you into this war: Zelenskyy to India, others

Don't let Putin drag you into this war: Zelenskyy to India, others

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, accusing Russia of using citizens from over 40 countries, including India, to fight in its war against Ukraine. He urged these nations to prevent their citizens from being drawn into the conflict, highlighting that Ukraine has taken prisoners of war from these countries and that many have perished. Zelenskyy also called for limiting trade with Russia to cut off its war funding and criticised the weakening of sanctions.

Vir Das Gets Third Emmy Nomination For Fool Volume

Vir Das Gets Third Emmy Nomination For Fool Volume

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Vir Das has achieved his third International Emmy nomination for his Netflix special Vir Das: Fool Volume, making him the first Indian performer to receive three such nominations.

Pune To Host 2032 Cycling Road World Championships; India's First Major Cycling Event

Pune To Host 2032 Cycling Road World Championships; India's First Major Cycling Event

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Pune, India, has been selected to host the 2032 UCI Cycling Road World Championships, marking a historic first for the country in hosting such a prestigious international cycling event.

OMCs Lose Rs 530 Crore Daily

OMCs Lose Rs 530 Crore Daily

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'Elevated crude prices and unchanged domestic fuel prices would put pressure on the profitability and cash flows of OMCs.'

Roshibina Devi Secures Asian Games Silver, Addresses Selection Controversy

Roshibina Devi Secures Asian Games Silver, Addresses Selection Controversy

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian wushu player Roshibina Devi won a silver medal at the Asian Games, her second consecutive silver and third overall medal at the continental event. She addressed the controversy surrounding her inclusion in the squad, stating it was the federation's decision and not her fault, while also highlighting the need for Indian players to improve mental fortitude against Chinese dominance.

Asian Games: Disappointing day for India in canoe sprint

Asian Games: Disappointing day for India in canoe sprint

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian canoe sprint athletes faced a challenging day at the Asian Games in Nagoya, with all four entries failing to secure medals across various events, including men's canoe double, men's kayak four, women's kayak double, and women's canoe single.

Asian Games: Sreeja-Syndrela, Yashaswini-Diya, Manush Shah advance in TT

Asian Games: Sreeja-Syndrela, Yashaswini-Diya, Manush Shah advance in TT

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian women's doubles pairs Sreeja Akula-Syndrela Das and Yashaswini Ghorpade-Diya Chitale have advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the table tennis competition at the Asian Games after securing dominant wins over their respective opponents.

Woman assaulted for objecting to loud drums during Ganpati procession

Woman assaulted for objecting to loud drums during Ganpati procession

Rediff.com8 hours ago

A family faced a violent assault during a Ganesh immersion procession after a woman politely asked a group to lower the volume of their drums.

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

7 Hidden Credit Card Settings To Avoid Scams

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Your credit card may have security controls you rarely use. Here are seven settings that can help prevent unwanted or fraudulent transactions.

'India-China Ties Can't Be Repaired In 1-2 Modi-Xi Meets'

'India-China Ties Can't Be Repaired In 1-2 Modi-Xi Meets'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'Eastern Ladakh set the relationship back by about 10 steps. So far, especially since Galwan, we may have taken just 4 steps forward.'

Indian Men's 10m Air Pistol Team Misses Bronze At Asian Games

Indian Men's 10m Air Pistol Team Misses Bronze At Asian Games

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The Indian men's 10m air pistol team finished fourth at the Asian Games, missing out on a bronze medal. None of the Indian shooters qualified for the individual finals, continuing a disappointing performance for the country's shooting contingent, which also saw the women's team fail to secure medals.

'China Views India Through The Prism Of United States'

'China Views India Through The Prism Of United States'

Rediff.com8 hours ago

'Therefore, Beijing comes to wrong conclusions.'

India's Table Tennis Stars Advance In Asian Games

India's Table Tennis Stars Advance In Asian Games

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Indian table tennis players had a strong showing at the Asian Games, with two women's doubles pairs, Sreeja Akula-Syndrela Das and Yashaswini Ghorpade-Diya Chitale, reaching the pre-quarterfinals. In men's singles, Manush Shah and Manav Thakkar also advanced to the next rounds.

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Kanpur Police Arrest Son In Trader Murder Probe

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Police in Kanpur have arrested Subrat Manocha, son of pharmaceutical dealer Vineet Manocha, in connection with his father's murder. The arrest follows allegations by an alleged contract killer, Vishal Gautam, who claimed Subrat hired him for Rs 6 lakh to commit the crime. Investigators are verifying evidence, including call records, as Subrat denies the charges.

The Mast Mast Bollywood Quiz

The Mast Mast Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Ganeshotsav 2026: Bappa Leaves You Spellbound

Ganeshotsav 2026: Bappa Leaves You Spellbound

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Lord Ganesha comes in various forms and each one lives in your heart. Enjoy these pictures from Rediff readers.

9 killed as bus catches fire in Greater Noida

9 killed as bus catches fire in Greater Noida

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Nine passengers tragically died after a sleeper bus travelling from Delhi to Bihar caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway in Greater Noida early Thursday. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has extended condolences and directed officials to ensure proper treatment for the injured.