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Usyk avoids shock defeat with 11th round stoppage of Verhoeven

Usyk avoids shock defeat with 11th round stoppage of Verhoeven

Rediff.com13 hours ago

Oleksandr Usyk retained his WBC heavyweight title after stopping Rico Verhoeven in the penultimate round of their fight in Egypt. The fight was closer than expected, with Verhoeven putting up a strong challenge.

India Gears Up To Celebrate Commonwealth Games Day

India Gears Up To Celebrate Commonwealth Games Day

Rediff.com3 days ago

India is set to celebrate Commonwealth Games Day on May 24 across 8,000 locations, with a main event in Ahmedabad, featuring sporting stars and a focus on fitness and national pride.

Ravi Kishan Steals The Show From Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri...

Ravi Kishan Steals The Show From Madhuri Dixit, Triptii Dimri...

Rediff.com1 days ago

From Madhuri Dixit's Dhak Dhak nostalgia to Triptii Dimri's emotional reflections, the Maa Behen trailer launch turned into a delightful event.

Hockey Coach Baldev Singh To Be Conferred Padma Shri

Hockey Coach Baldev Singh To Be Conferred Padma Shri

Rediff.com4 days ago

Baldev Singh, a hockey coach who transformed Shahabad Markanda into a hub for hockey talent, will be awarded the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu on May 25.

Why Salman Is In A 'Fighter' Mood

Why Salman Is In A 'Fighter' Mood

Rediff.com4 days ago

Salman Khan gives the paparazzi a piece of his mind for invading his privacy outside a hospital.

Rashid Khan, Nabi Visit Ailing Shapoor Zadran In Hospital

Rashid Khan, Nabi Visit Ailing Shapoor Zadran In Hospital

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Afghanistan's cricket stars Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi visited ailing former national team pacer Shapoor Zadran in a Delhi-NCR hospital, where he is undergoing treatment for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).

Now Watch Dhurandhar, Uncensored, on OTT!

Now Watch Dhurandhar, Uncensored, on OTT!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lawyers, spies, sexist men, goats and filthy rich folk, there are all kinds to be found on OTT this week

Are 200+ Scores Ruining Brand IPL?

Are 200+ Scores Ruining Brand IPL?

Rediff.com4 days ago

200+ scores are IPL's sugar rush. Great for TRPs, dangerous as a full diet. BCCI -- don't kill the golden goose, cautions Sandeep Goyal.

Karuppu Review: Suriya's 'God Mode' Weakens This Fantasy Entertainer

Karuppu Review: Suriya's 'God Mode' Weakens This Fantasy Entertainer

Rediff.com6 days ago

Karuppu begins with a striking idea of God battling a broken justice system, only to turn into a routine Suriya mass spectacle.

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya joined a cycling event in Ahmedabad to mark the 75th edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' and Commonwealth Games Day, encouraging citizens to embrace cycling for fitness and short commutes. The event saw participation from athletes, celebrities, and citizens across India.

Telangana Junior Basketball League Aims To Develop Young Talent

Telangana Junior Basketball League Aims To Develop Young Talent

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Telangana Basketball Association has launched the Telangana Junior Basketball League (TJBL), a grassroots initiative aimed at identifying and developing young basketball talent. The franchise auction for the league was valued at Rs 1.48 crore.

Taijul Islam Puts Bangladesh On Brink Of Series Sweep

Taijul Islam Puts Bangladesh On Brink Of Series Sweep

Rediff.com5 days ago

Taijul Islam's four-wicket haul helped Bangladesh close in on a series sweep against Pakistan on Day 4 of the second and final Test in Sylhet.

Rakul, Priyanka Can't Do Without This Summer Accessory

Rakul, Priyanka Can't Do Without This Summer Accessory

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sunscreen is non-negotiable in summer, but honestly, the right sunglasses are what truly complete the hot girl survival kit.

Janhvi, Ananya Can't Do Without This Summer Accessory

Janhvi, Ananya Can't Do Without This Summer Accessory

Rediff.com4 days ago

Sunscreen is non-negotiable in summer, but honestly, the right sunglasses are what truly complete the hot girl survival kit.

IPL 2026: Resurgent KKR Face Must-Win Match against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Resurgent KKR Face Must-Win Match against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Kolkata Knight Riders will aim for nothing less than a win when they clash against Delhi Capitals in the season's final league match of IPL 2026.

System Review: Courtroom Drama Lacks Spirit

System Review: Courtroom Drama Lacks Spirit

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's courtroom drama System falls short due to muddled narrative and uninspired execution, observes Sukanya Verma.

IPL form should not decide Test role: Kaif on Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy snub

IPL form should not decide Test role: Kaif on Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy snub

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has defended Rishabh Pant after he was removed as India's Test vice-captain following a disappointing IPL season with Lucknow Super Giants. Kaif said Pant should not be judged on his IPL performances alone and insisted he remains India's biggest match-winner in Test cricket.

Mumbai Indians' Coach Explains Team's IPL 2026 Struggles

Mumbai Indians' Coach Explains Team's IPL 2026 Struggles

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene reflects on the team's disappointing I_L 2026 season, citing a lack of individual brilliance and collective effort.

Sooryavanshi will break Gayle's sixes record and create history: Kumble

Sooryavanshi will break Gayle's sixes record and create history: Kumble

Rediff.com4 days ago

Former India captain Anil Kumble believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the potential to surpass Chris Gayle's record for the most sixes in a single IPL season, praising his range and temperament.

Vijay's Election Triumph Set To Revive Jana Nayagan Release

Vijay's Election Triumph Set To Revive Jana Nayagan Release

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Vijay's electoral triumph in Tamil Nadu is poised to dramatically revive the fortunes of his much-anticipated final film, Jana Nayagan, which has been plagued by release delays, censorship battles, and a cancelled streaming deal.

Neymar breaks down in tears after FIFA 2026 World Cup call-up

Neymar breaks down in tears after FIFA 2026 World Cup call-up

Rediff.com3 days ago

Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. shares his emotional response to being included in the FIFA World Cup squad, expressing gratitude for the support he received during his journey.

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kerala's Home Minister announces 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt', a comprehensive anti-narcotics campaign targeting drug syndicates, especially those operating near educational institutions, and outlines reforms to improve police functioning and public accessibility.

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Kerala Police Launch 'Operation Toofan' To Combat Narcotics

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kerala's Home Minister announces 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt', a statewide campaign to crack down on drug syndicates, focusing on eliminating drug distribution networks, especially around educational institutions, and improving police functioning across the state.

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Alia Bhatt, Yami Gautam, Preity Zinta To Star in OTT Films

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Amazon Prime Video has many interesting web series and original films on its 2026 slate. A look at the films coming up.

IPL 2026: Padikkal acknowledges Kohli's role in changing his T20 batting approach

IPL 2026: Padikkal acknowledges Kohli's role in changing his T20 batting approach

Rediff.com2 days ago

Devdutt Padikkal credits Virat Kohli for helping him understand how to construct an innings in T20 cricket. He also spoke about his experiences with Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants, and how they helped him grow as a player.

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

T20 Mumbai League: 'A Team That Plays Smart Cricket, Fights Till The End'

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tushar Deshpande and Siddhesh Lad will lead defending champions MSC Maratha Royals into the new T20 Mumbai League season, with mentor Abhishek Nayar helping shape a balanced squad built on experience and young talent.

'Saif Ali Khan Is Angrez, But When He's Performing...'

'Saif Ali Khan Is Angrez, But When He's Performing...'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'He is 500 times better than you think he is.'

'Sooryavanshi will keep getting better which is scary for world cricket'

'Sooryavanshi will keep getting better which is scary for world cricket'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer has praised Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a generational talent with the potential to dominate world cricket.

IPL 2026: 'I told you so' Krunal after Kohli's century magic

IPL 2026: 'I told you so' Krunal after Kohli's century magic

Rediff.com14 May 2026

RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya's prediction about Virat Kohli came true in style, as the star batter smashed a brilliant century against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur on Wednesday-just days after back-to-back ducks in his previous outing.

Archer's All-Round Show Powers Rajasthan Royals Into IPL 2026 Playoffs

Archer's All-Round Show Powers Rajasthan Royals Into IPL 2026 Playoffs

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Jofra Archer's superb all-round showing helped Rajasthan Royals outclass Mumbai Indians to seal their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs, in Mumbai.

Genelia, Ritiesh At Aalim Hakim's Opium Launch

Genelia, Ritiesh At Aalim Hakim's Opium Launch

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Celebrity hair artist Aalim Hakim launched his eyewear collection, in collaboration with Opium eyewear on May 11, in Mumbai.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com6 days ago

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings still alive? Gavaskar drops big verdict

Rediff.com6 days ago

Despite a recent slump, Sunil Gavaskar believes Punjab Kings still have a chance to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs, citing the inconsistent performance of other teams.

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya looks set to return for MI's clash against KKR

IPL 2026: Hardik Pandya looks set to return for MI's clash against KKR

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya trained at full intensity, indicating his return for their IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders. Pandya had missed MI's last three matches due to a back spasm.

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rashid Khan credits Gujarat Titans' success to their adaptability and ability to trust players in different situations, rather than dwelling on imperfections. He also praised the team's bowling attack and the leadership of Shubman Gill.

Dowry Deaths: Why Justice Is Still Elusive For Indian Women

Dowry Deaths: Why Justice Is Still Elusive For Indian Women

Rediff.com9 hours ago

A look into the tragic deaths of three young women in India, allegedly due to dowry-related harassment, highlights the persistent social and legal challenges in addressing this issue.

Pritam And Pedro Teaser: Kaafi Charming!

Pritam And Pedro Teaser: Kaafi Charming!

Rediff.com3 days ago

Raju Hirani's films can sometimes feel a little too goofy, but under Avinash Arun's direction, it will be interesting to see how that material lands, notes Mayur Sanap.

IPL 2026: KL Rahul praises Bhuvneshwar, Hazlewood for consistent bowling

IPL 2026: KL Rahul praises Bhuvneshwar, Hazlewood for consistent bowling

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Capitals' batting mainstay KL Rahul has praised RCB's experienced pace duo of Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar for showing that discipline and consistency can still succeed in modern T20 cricket, even without relying on extreme variations or unorthodox bowling styles.

Mouni Roy Shines at Cannes Days After Separation

Mouni Roy Shines at Cannes Days After Separation

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mouni Roy made a striking appearance at the Cannes Film Festival, showcasing two glamorous looks, just days after announcing her separation from husband Suraj Nambiar.

Cocktail 2: At Kriti-Rashmika-Shahid's Musical Night

Cocktail 2: At Kriti-Rashmika-Shahid's Musical Night

Rediff.com6 days ago

Kriti's glam, Rashmika's goof-up, and Shahid's banter. The trio made the song launch event for Cocktail 2 so much fun.