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IPL 2026, RCB vs CSK Preview: Can struggling Super Kings bounce back against Royal Challengers?

IPL 2026, RCB vs CSK Preview: Can struggling Super Kings bounce back against Royal Challengers?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be optimistic about securing their second consecutive win in the IPL as they face Chennai Super Kings, who are struggling with Sanju Samson's form and a lack of strong bowling options.

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is attempting to repair strained relations with the BCCI after pulling out of the T20 World Cup in India, seeking to revive India's white-ball tour in September.

'Netanyahu Has Infiltrated Trump's Cabinet'

'Netanyahu Has Infiltrated Trump's Cabinet'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

'As result, Netanyahu 'convinced' Trump to go to war with the help of overoptimistic Israeli intelligence assessments, essentially explaining to him that they only need to bomb Iran for 3-4 days, and the regime would then collapse.' 'Rather unsurprisingly, Netanyahu is ever since blaming his own intel service for the entire operation failing.'

Abhay Singh Narrowly Defeated by Youssef Ibrahim in El Gouna Open Squash

Abhay Singh Narrowly Defeated by Youssef Ibrahim in El Gouna Open Squash

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Indian squash player Abhay Singh lost a close five-game match to Egypt's Youssef Ibrahim in the second round of the El Gouna Open, a PSA Platinum event.

Pak minister calls Israel 'cancerous state', Netanyahu responds

Pak minister calls Israel 'cancerous state', Netanyahu responds

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Israel has strongly condemned Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's "outrageous" remarks calling for Israel's annihilation and labelling it "evil" and a "curse for humanity", raising doubts about Pakistan's role as a "neutral arbiter" for peace.

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Bhatia's Masters Hopes Dashed by Double Bogey Finish

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Akshay Bhatia, the Indian-American golfer, missed the cut at the Masters after a disappointing second round, while Aaron Rai progressed to the weekend rounds.

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

WADA Targets Criminal Kingpins in Anti-Doping Strategy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is shifting its focus from individual athletes to the criminal networks that supply performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), recognising that athletes are often victims of sophisticated doping operations.

Indian Women's Team Achieves Fifth Position at World Athletics Race Walking Championships

Indian Women's Team Achieves Fifth Position at World Athletics Race Walking Championships

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Priyanka Goswami led the Indian women's marathon team to a fifth-place finish at the World Athletics Race Walking Championships. In the men's event, India did not figure in the team rankings due to fielding only two competitors.

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

IPL 2026: Can Mumbai Indians Rise Again?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

This is a franchise built on resilience and has often stumbled but risen with a vengeance, fiercer and hungrier. The question is: when will that happen, and why did it not start from their home ground?

Indian Pharma Market Records Strongest Q4 Growth in Five Quarters

Indian Pharma Market Records Strongest Q4 Growth in Five Quarters

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

India's domestic pharmaceutical market recorded its highest value growth in five quarters during Q4 FY26, driven primarily by pricing and an early indication of volume recovery, with a significant structural shift towards chronic and sub-chronic therapies.

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4FY26

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies like Dabur India and Marico anticipate high single-digit growth in Q4FY26, driven by strong domestic demand in India, which is helping to offset the negative impact of geopolitical conflicts in West Asia on their international businesses.

Bank credit grows at 16.08% in FY26, deposits rose by 13.47%, fastest since FY24

Bank credit grows at 16.08% in FY26, deposits rose by 13.47%, fastest since FY24

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Indian bank credit expanded by 16.08 per cent year-on-year in FY26, marking its fastest pace since FY24, while deposits grew by 13.47 per cent, according to RBI data. Experts caution that year-end figures may be inflated due to reporting date changes, but acknowledge strong momentum in corporate, MSME, and retail segments.

Sensex and Nifty Recover as Crude Oil Prices Dip and Bank Stocks Rally

Sensex and Nifty Recover as Crude Oil Prices Dip and Bank Stocks Rally

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply on Monday, driven by a correction in crude oil prices due to ceasefire efforts in West Asia and strong buying in bank stocks.

Opposition to meet on Wednesday over women's quota bill strategy

Opposition to meet on Wednesday over women's quota bill strategy

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

With the three-day special sitting of Parliament on the constitution amendment bill related to the implementation of 33 percent reservation for women from the 2029 Lok Sabha polls set to begin on Thursday, a meeting of opposition parties is slated to be held on Wednesday at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

SC demands answers from Ghaziabad police in child rape-murder case

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has criticised the Ghaziabad police's investigation into the rape and murder of a four-year-old girl, summoning senior officials and demanding a court-monitored probe.

IPL 2026: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

IPL 2026: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru powered their way to 240/4 with half-centuries from Virat Kohli, Phil Salt and Rajat Patidar, before holding off a late fightback to beat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high-scoring IPL clash on Sunday.

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, both in good form, are set to clash in an IPL match. Rajasthan's explosive batting and Bengaluru's rejuvenated bowling are key factors.

Tom Moody lauds Shami's impact on Lucknow Super Giants

Tom Moody lauds Shami's impact on Lucknow Super Giants

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' Global Cricket Director Tom Moody praises Mohammad Shami's leadership and wisdom, while also providing updates on injured players Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan. RCB's Rasikh Salam Dar discusses his preparation and learning from senior players.

Iranian crude arrives in Indian ports after 7 years

Iranian crude arrives in Indian ports after 7 years

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Historically, India was a major buyer of Iranian crude, importing significant volumes of Iranian light and heavy grades due to strong refinery compatibility and favourable commercial terms.

India Inc hits pause on factory expansion in March

India Inc hits pause on factory expansion in March

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

India's new manufacturing project announcements more than halved in the fourth quarter of FY26, falling 60 per cent sequentially and 78 per cent year-on-year to approximately 1.7 trillion, driven by global uncertainties, geopolitical conflicts in West Asia, and existing unutilised manufacturing capacity.

Modi government's first defeat: Women's bill fails in LS

Modi government's first defeat: Women's bill fails in LS

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures and increasing Lok Sabha seats was defeated in Parliament, marking a setback for the government's efforts to empower women in politics.

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Champions League QF: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final, boosted by a red card for Barcelona's Pau Cubarsi and goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth.

Shopian Police Seize 1.44 Crore Worth of Property from Alleged Drug Dealer

Shopian Police Seize 1.44 Crore Worth of Property from Alleged Drug Dealer

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Police in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, have attached property worth 1.44 crore belonging to an alleged drug dealer, Mohammad Ayoub Malik, as part of a crackdown on narcotics-related activities.

Captain Donnarumma denies Italy players demanded bonus for World Cup qualification

Captain Donnarumma denies Italy players demanded bonus for World Cup qualification

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma said he was hurt by reports claiming the national team's players had demanded a bonus if they qualified for this year's World Cup.

TMC Leader Banerjee Challenges Amit Shah on Infiltration Concerns

TMC Leader Banerjee Challenges Amit Shah on Infiltration Concerns

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his repeated claims about infiltration in West Bengal, questioning the ministry's failure to prevent terror attacks and raising questions about the status of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina.

Arun Yadav Accuses BJP of Neglecting Farmers and Enabling Mafias in Madhya Pradesh

Arun Yadav Accuses BJP of Neglecting Farmers and Enabling Mafias in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Senior Congress leader Arun Yadav has criticised the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh, alleging neglect of farmers and the enabling of mafia activities.

IPL 2026: GT's Mr Reliable Delivers Yet Another Big Stand

IPL 2026: GT's Mr Reliable Delivers Yet Another Big Stand

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Shubman Gill has been instrumental in Gujarat Titans' success, participating in 11 of the franchise's 13 century partnerships since 2022. His recent 70-run innings against Delhi Capitals, coupled with a 104-run stand with Washington Sundar, underscores his importance as a premier batter. Gill is also nearing 4,000 IPL runs.

BEST Bus Driver's Bail Denied in Deadly Mumbai Accident

BEST Bus Driver's Bail Denied in Deadly Mumbai Accident

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A Mumbai court has denied bail to a BEST bus driver involved in a fatal accident, citing his lack of training on electric vehicles and negligence.

India's Residential Market Cools, Office Leasing Hits Quarterly High

India's Residential Market Cools, Office Leasing Hits Quarterly High

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

India's residential real estate market experienced a 4 per cent year-on-year decline in sales during Q1CY26, while office leasing reached a quarterly high, rising 6 per cent year-on-year to 29.9 million square feet, according to Knight Frank India.

Costs could rise...: Skoda India director on shipping disruptions

Costs could rise...: Skoda India director on shipping disruptions

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

'So far our production is not affected. But every day the situation prolongs, it does bring risks in terms of shipments getting delayed.'

GT's Ashok Sharma delivers fastest ball of IPL 2026

GT's Ashok Sharma delivers fastest ball of IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans pacer Ashok Sharma bowled the fastest ball of IPL 2026, clocking 154.2 kmph against Rajasthan Royals, surpassing Anrich Nortje's previous record.

India Missed Diplomatic Edge Against Pakistan

India Missed Diplomatic Edge Against Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Iran was the chance to arrange a concert of nations, to actually be a Vishwaguru. Instead, we are watching from the sidelines as Pakistan, the same country that is apparently still at war with Afghanistan, hosts talks between US-Israel and Iran. The irony is hard to miss, points out Amberish K Diwanji.

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians face a crucial IPL match against Punjab Kings, with concerns over Rohit Sharma's fitness and the team's overall performance.

Gaganjeet Bhullar leads Indian contingent at International Series

Gaganjeet Bhullar leads Indian contingent at International Series

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar will lead a strong Indian contingent at the International Series golf tournament, joined by other prominent Indian golfers.

Rupee falls 32 paise to 92.83 against US dollar, global tensions weigh

Rupee falls 32 paise to 92.83 against US dollar, global tensions weigh

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The Indian rupee depreciated by 32 paise to close at 92.83 against the US dollar, influenced by escalating global tensions, particularly the US-Iran conflict, and the deadline for the RBI's instructions to banks to curb overnight positions.

IPL 2026: Rashid Khan's Spin Magic in Thriller!

IPL 2026: Rashid Khan's Spin Magic in Thriller!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

In a high-scoring contest that went down to the final ball, Rashid returned figures of 3 for 17, turning the game in Titans' favour just when Delhi looked set to chase down the target.

Kerala CM Reacts to Student Suicide, Vows Investigation

Kerala CM Reacts to Student Suicide, Vows Investigation

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has condemned the alleged suicide of a BDS student following accusations of caste-based harassment. An investigation has been launched, and support pledged to the victim's family.

Why F1 is unlikely return to India in 2027 despite Sports Minister's big push

Why F1 is unlikely return to India in 2027 despite Sports Minister's big push

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing for a Formula 1 race in India in 2027 by addressing tax hurdles that led to the event's departure in 2013.

India Outlines Vision for Athlete-Centric, Sustainable 2030 Commonwealth Games

India Outlines Vision for Athlete-Centric, Sustainable 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya met with Commonwealth Sport President Donald Rukare to discuss preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, focusing on efficient delivery, sustainability, and legacy planning.

Will SKY's form impact his chances for 2028 Olympics?

Will SKY's form impact his chances for 2028 Olympics?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's recent batting form has raised questions about his place in India's T20 plans, especially with the 2028 Olympics on the horizon and the emergence of young talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.