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Tears to Triumph: Jemimah's Inspirational Story!

Tears to Triumph: Jemimah's Inspirational Story!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues rose through the ranks in Mumbai to become one of the key batters for India, but the journey wasn't easy.

Abhishek, Smriti make it India's month at ICC

Abhishek, Smriti make it India's month at ICC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Abhishek Sharma and Smriti Mandhana have been named ICC Players of the Month for September after setting new benchmarks in India's dominance across formats.

Cousins Valentin, Arthur to face off in Shanghai final

Cousins Valentin, Arthur to face off in Shanghai final

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Cousins Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech will meet in the Shanghai Masters final after pulling off stunning upsets of former champions Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals on Saturday.

How Rohit and Kohli stole the show in Sydney ODI win

How Rohit and Kohli stole the show in Sydney ODI win

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Rohit Sharma hit a century and Virat Kohli a bright 74 to drive India to a nine-wicket win in the third one-day international on Saturday

Diane Keaton And A Private Tragedy

Diane Keaton And A Private Tragedy

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Diane Keaton's wit and honesty taught us that ageing and uncertainty aren't weaknesses, they are part of what makes us human and graceful, observes Sreehari Nair.

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Disappointing, wanted to go out on a high: Emotional Devine bids farewell to game

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Haryana IPS officer's suicide note alleges anti-Dalit bias, names DGP

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A senior Haryana Police officer's suspected suicide has sparked controversy after a note he left behind accused senior officers of harassment and caste-based discrimination. His wife has demanded an FIR against the state police chief.

CPC plenum backs Xi Jinping's leadership, military purge

CPC plenum backs Xi Jinping's leadership, military purge

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

The Chinese Communist Party reaffirmed President Xi Jinping's leadership and backed a major purge of top military officials during a key meeting. The meeting also endorsed a new 5-year plan focused on domestic market resilience and self-reliance.

'No Plans To Retire...' Djokovic Juggernaut To Roll On!

'No Plans To Retire...' Djokovic Juggernaut To Roll On!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Novak Djokovic has no plans to retire from tennis with the 24-times Grand Slam winner citing NBA great LeBron James, former NFL player Tom Brady and veteran footballer Cristiano Ronaldo as his inspiration to keep playing.

'Cowardly Attack': Afghanistan Pull Out of Pakistan Series

'Cowardly Attack': Afghanistan Pull Out of Pakistan Series

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'In light of the precious innocent souls lost, I welcome the ACB's decision of withdrawing from upcoming fixtures against Pakistan.'

'Fast bowlers need help': Gambhir blasts Delhi pitch

'Fast bowlers need help': Gambhir blasts Delhi pitch

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Despite India's seven-wicket win in Delhi, Gambhir called the surface 'alarming' and stressed the need for more balanced wickets to keep Test cricket alive.

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Haryana DGP sent on leave amid IPS officer's suicide row

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

In an eight-page "final note," purportedly left behind by Kumar, he accused eight senior IPS officers, including Kapur and Bijarniya, of "blatant caste-based discrimination, targeted mental harassment, public humiliation and atrocities."

Entrance Exams Destroy Talent: Agree?

Entrance Exams Destroy Talent: Agree?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'India kills its own talent before the world even gets to see it'

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Pro Kabaddi: Titans beat Giants in thrilling finish

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Telugu Titans held their composure in the final quarter to overcome the Gujarat Giants 30-25 in the Pro Kabaddi League, in Delhi on Sunday.

Meet next CJI who gave Kejri bail; SIR, Art 370 verdicts

Meet next CJI who gave Kejri bail; SIR, Art 370 verdicts

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Justice Surya Kant is set to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India, bringing extensive experience and a record of significant verdicts on key issues.

Smriti Mandhana still tops ODI charts despite World Cup slump

Smriti Mandhana still tops ODI charts despite World Cup slump

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Star India cricketer Smriti Mandhana continues to top the ODI batting charts though the charismatic batter's lead has reduced following two underwhelming performances in the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

Ranked 361, She Knocked Out a Top Seed at French Open!

Ranked 361, She Knocked Out a Top Seed at French Open!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Ranked No. 361 in the world, Boisson stunned third seed Jessica Pegula in front of a roaring home crowd to book her spot in the French Open quarter-finals - and guarantee herself a minimum of $500,000 in prize money.

'History has been made'

'History has been made'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'I have no idea what's happening right now, I'm not in a dream, it's just crazy. I'm just so happy with my performance these past two weeks.'

India's Chess Titans Eye World Cup Triumph

India's Chess Titans Eye World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India hosts the event from a position of unprecedented strength with a string of titles under its belt.

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Cricket Gets A New Format - Test Twenty!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Cricket enters new era with launch of Test Twenty, a revolutionary 80-over format

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

How Sarfaraz dropped out of India reckoning

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Sarfaraz might have to try batting at No.3 for Mumbai to remain in scheme of things

Modi minister Chirag talks to Shah, seeks probe into IPS officer's suicide

Modi minister Chirag talks to Shah, seeks probe into IPS officer's suicide

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president Chirag Paswan demands a time-bound and impartial probe into the death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, alleging caste oppression and harassment within the administrative system. He has spoken to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini regarding the matter.

CERC staffers reportedly earned Rs 173 cr via insider trading

CERC staffers reportedly earned Rs 173 cr via insider trading

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

CERC, which has a key role in India's power sector, has also set up a committee to gather further evidence in the matter and take suitable action.

Arctic Open: Tharun pulls off a heist; Lakshya exits

Arctic Open: Tharun pulls off a heist; Lakshya exits

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Lakshya Sen exits, Mannepalli keeps Indian hopes alive at Arctic Open

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's tenure extended till May next year

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The government has extended the tenure of Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan up to May next year.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

World Junior C'ships: Gnana Dattu, Bhavya-Vishakha reach quarters; Tanvi, Unnati also advance

Ex-MD duped of Rs 70L for 'aiding' Pahalgam terrorists

Ex-MD duped of Rs 70L for 'aiding' Pahalgam terrorists

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The fraudsters threatened the victim, claiming that ATS Delhi had conducted a search operation in Mumbai in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack, and that his name had surfaced alongside those of builders, industrialists, and bureaucrats.

Nawaz No 1? India Laughs Off Pakistan Coach's Claims!

Nawaz No 1? India Laughs Off Pakistan Coach's Claims!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Mike Hesson is free to rank Pakistan left-arm spinner Mohammed Nawaz as high as he wants but India know where their spinners are placed in the world order.

Flying High! Dhoni Becomes Certified Drone Pilot

Flying High! Dhoni Becomes Certified Drone Pilot

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced on Tuesday that he has completed the DGCA Drone Pilot Certification program.

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Can India women break 47-year World Cup drought?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Indian women's cricket team will look to end a 47-year wait for its maiden ICC title when it takes the field at the ODI World Cup starting with a clash against Sri Lanka.

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Karun dazzle with big hundreds

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Ajinkya Rahane hits 159 in Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

China's leadership meet to discuss graft in military, US tariff war

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

China's ruling Communist Party is holding its annual leadership conclave to discuss the new five-year plan, the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff war, and the ongoing anti-corruption crackdown in the military.

Why OTTs Are Focusing On Bharat

Why OTTs Are Focusing On Bharat

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'The South today is a creative engine shaping the future of Indian entertainment.'

The second smallest nation to qualify for FIFA World Cup

The second smallest nation to qualify for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Cape Verde rarely played international football some 25 years ago but now head to next year's finals in North America as one of the nine African representatives.

Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters quarters

Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters quarters

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

P V Sindhu and the men's doubles pairing of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty sailed into the quarter-finals of the China Masters tournament with straight-game wins, in Shenzhen, on Thursday.

'Pick your tourneys...' Saina's blunt advice to Sindhu

'Pick your tourneys...' Saina's blunt advice to Sindhu

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

P V Sindhu knows how to win big tournaments, but as she enters her 30s, the two-time Olympic medallist must be selective about which competitions she chooses to go "all out" in, feels London Games bronze winner Saina Nehwal.

Meet India's new six-hitting sensation in Tests

Meet India's new six-hitting sensation in Tests

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Ravindra Jadeja smashed his way past Mahendra Singh Dhoni to become India's fourth-highest six-hitter in Test cricket, continuing his fine form against the West Indies in Ahmedabad on Friday.

At fintech meet, Sitharaman flags weaponisation of tech

At fintech meet, Sitharaman flags weaponisation of tech

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday launched the foreign currency settlement system in GIFT IFSC, which will facilitate seamless transactions on real-time basis, enhance liquidity management, and ensure compliance.

Private banks' mcap fell in Jul-Sep: S&P

Private banks' mcap fell in Jul-Sep: S&P

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Private sector banks slipped in market capitalisation (mcap) during the July-September quarter, underperforming their government-owned peers as trade uncertainties dragged market sentiment, said S&P Global Market Intelligence. According to its analysis, HDFC Bank shed 4.8 per cent in mcap during the third quarter, while ICICI Bank's dropped 6.7 per cent.