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Indian-Origin Players In Australian Squad For MRF Academy Training

Indian-Origin Players In Australian Squad For MRF Academy Training

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Two Indian-origin players, Aryan Sharma and Jason Sangha, are part of the Australian men's development squad heading to Chennai for the MRF Pace Academy program. The squad will undergo training and play multi-day matches on spin-friendly pitches from August 1-13, aiming to provide valuable development opportunities.

Indian-origin Neel Patel selected for Australia U-19 tour of India

Indian-origin Neel Patel selected for Australia U-19 tour of India

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Indian-origin cricketer Neel Patel, from New South Wales, has been named in Australia's 16-player Under-19 men's squad for a multi-format tour of India, featuring three 50-over matches and two four-day matches in Rajkot and Ahmedabad from 13 September to 9 October 2026.

MCOCA Charges Dropped as Court Finds No Link to Chain-Snatching

MCOCA Charges Dropped as Court Finds No Link to Chain-Snatching

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A special court in Thane acquitted two men charged under MCOCA in a 2023 chain-snatching case due to lack of evidence linking them to the crime.

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Tadka Series Review: Cringe Fest!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The quality of the series of JioHotstar's new microcontent platform, Tadka, is deplorable. When so much superior content is being created with the help of AI, Tadka shows are taking the content back to the tacky early days of television, both in the plots and subpar production values, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Two Indian-origin players in Australia U-19 squad vs India

Two Indian-origin players in Australia U-19 squad vs India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Aryan Sharma and Yash Deshmukh were named in Australia's 15-member squad for the upcoming home series against India Under-19 team next month.

'I Was Not A Home-Breaker'

'I Was Not A Home-Breaker'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Kiran Joneja opened up about her personal life and her marriage with Sholay Director Ramesh Sippy in a conversation with Lehren TV.

'Shah Rukh Is Ready To Direct A Film'

'Shah Rukh Is Ready To Direct A Film'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'His understanding of human nature and emotions can never be matched by me.'

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Data science isn't just about acquiring skills; it's also about comprehending the business context in which data science is applied.

WWE is now part of UFC

WWE is now part of UFC

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The merger forms TKO Group Holdings

How I made it! AMAZING career advice for women

How I made it! AMAZING career advice for women

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Four enterprising women tell us how they tackled bias and criticism to create a niche for themselves and are now leading their businesses.

'Strict visa rules will tackle a number of issues'

'Strict visa rules will tackle a number of issues'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Sonya Singh, an immigration consultancy expert from Melbourne, talks about visa restrictions, 'confidence crisis' among Indian students going abroad for studies, role played by dodgy immigration agents in Punjab and the characteristics needed to succeed while studying abroad.

Fans flock to pay homage to Federer

Fans flock to pay homage to Federer

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Federer, a 20-times Grand Slam champion and regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, announced last week that a persistent knee injury meant he was ending his 24-year career.

MP archers escape unhurt in Dehradun Shatabdi fire

MP archers escape unhurt in Dehradun Shatabdi fire

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Ten members of the Madhya Pradesh archery contingent escaped unhurt after their coach of the Dehradun-bound Shatabdi Express caught fire on Saturday.

Venus joins sister Serena, Kenin in missing US Open

Venus joins sister Serena, Kenin in missing US Open

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Venus Williams will miss the upcoming US Open due to an injury, becoming the third U.S. female after her sister Serena and Sofia Kenin to announce on Wednesday they would not take part in the final Grand Slam tournament of the year.

Why is Plabita SUPER EXCITED?

Why is Plabita SUPER EXCITED?

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Hina chills in Budapest... Mahesh Babu celebrates... Samantha's with her best buddy...

This lady has set out to become 1st to row across Pacific alone

This lady has set out to become 1st to row across Pacific alone

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

An American began a 6,000-mile (9,656-km) voyage on Sunday in Japan, attempting to become the third person and the first woman to cross the Pacific Ocean by herself in a rowboat.

Worried About Losing Your Job?

Worried About Losing Your Job?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

The first step to keeping your job safe, experts tell Rediff.com's Divya Nair, is understanding why layoffs happen.

Video: Rocking raingear for the monsoons

Video: Rocking raingear for the monsoons

Rediff.com12 Jul 2010

Actress Shahzahn Padamsee and models Sanea Shaikh, Dipti Gujral and more weigh in on stylish monsoon gear, designed by Sonya Vajifdar.

Go from fresher to well-paid investment banker!

Go from fresher to well-paid investment banker!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

This is how Imarticus Learning plans to train freshers become job-ready as investment bankers

Now, an India vs Pakistan cooking show!

Now, an India vs Pakistan cooking show!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

The show will be called Foodistan.

Toronto lays out red carpet for IIFA bash

Toronto lays out red carpet for IIFA bash

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

Fashion shows, bhangra dances, film screenings and lots of goodwill mark IIFA-BUZZ, a series of events in the Greater Toronto area leading up to the star-studded IIFA Awards later this month.

The A is now The Quorum: Rana Kapoor family-led business club changes hands

The A is now The Quorum: Rana Kapoor family-led business club changes hands

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

The Quorum in Mumbai aims to introduce and extend its blend of hospitality and philosophy of being community-led, content-driven, design-focused and experiential.

Tough times ahead for My Name is Khan

Tough times ahead for My Name is Khan

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

A look at the weekend box office report.

Now, designer raingear for the monsoons!

Now, designer raingear for the monsoons!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

Fashion designer Sonya Vajifdar launched India's first collection of designer monsoon gear at a high-end store in Mumbai yesterday. Take a look.

'Australia still a popular education destination'

'Australia still a popular education destination'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Sonya Singh, an Australia study visa expert, discusses the current scenario in the land down under.

Eternal love story progresses

Eternal love story progresses

Rediff.com5 Feb 2003

Sony TV hits a jackpot with Jassi

Sony TV hits a jackpot with Jassi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2003

Sikh student dragged out of UK nightclub for wearing turban

Sikh student dragged out of UK nightclub for wearing turban

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

'I'm heartbroken. The reason why I was removed was because I refused to remove my turban,' he wrote on Facebook.

Assuming your wife is bad with money can ruin your marriage

Assuming your wife is bad with money can ruin your marriage

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

For husbands, a wife who they see as a spender is the highest contributor to financial conflict. For wives, a husband who sees them as a spender is the highest contributor to financial conflict.

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

It is imperative that young aspirants consider career options that will guarantee job security -- roles that are centred around technology.

10 skills that really matter in the new normal

10 skills that really matter in the new normal

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

Tech-driven skills will be in demand in the post pandemic era, alerts Sonya Hooja, COO and co-founder, Imarticus Learning.

My Name is Khan, A Decade Later

My Name is Khan, A Decade Later

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

What has not changed in a decade is the character of Rizwan Khan. He is complex, multi-dimensional and lovable. In fact, his character continues to grow on you, notes Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

12 wacky moments from Burning Man

12 wacky moments from Burning Man

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

Some call it a social experiment, some see it as an interactive arts festival and some see it as a damn good rave party.

The Quorum: Are you invited?

The Quorum: Are you invited?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Veer Arjun Singh visits Quorum, an upscale club in an equally upscale setting in Gurugram, and comes away impressed.

Former Israeli President Shimon Peres dies at 93

Former Israeli President Shimon Peres dies at 93

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Peres won the Nobel Peace prize in 1994 for his role negotiating peace accords with the Palestinians.

Gaming: Mortal Kombat X is deliciously brutal

Gaming: Mortal Kombat X is deliciously brutal

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

If you're a fan of the series, there's little reason not to pick it up right away.

30 Under 30: The world is watching these Indian super achievers

30 Under 30: The world is watching these Indian super achievers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The Forbes 30 Under 30 list is harder to get into than Stanford or Harvard University. Meet the desis who made the cut this year.

You think, star kids have it easy?

You think, star kids have it easy?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

'There are times I have been rejected at the first stage of the film.' 'Also, accepted first and rejected later, along with when I was almost there, but the film did not happen.'

A love story in miniatures

A love story in miniatures

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

Ritika Kochhar finds out how Indian miniatures, which were once buried in manuscripts, ended up drawing collectors the world over.

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Maitri, which provides free and confidential services to South Asian-American families facing domestic violence, at its 23rd annual gala raised half a million dollars. Ritu Jha reports