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Champions League play-offs: PSG fight back to beat Monaco

Champions League play-offs: PSG fight back to beat Monaco

Rediff.com4 days ago

Paris St Germain overcame a two-goal deficit and a horror start to beat 10-man Monaco 3-2 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout round playoff tie.

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Tarique Rahman Sworn In As Bangladesh PM

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attended the swearing-in ceremony.

T20 World Cup: My story similar to M S Dhoni: Pakistan's Tariq Usman

T20 World Cup: My story similar to M S Dhoni: Pakistan's Tariq Usman

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq has no qualms in admitting that he returned to cricket after getting inspired by the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Auqib Nabi Puts J&K On Cusp Of Historic Ranji Trophy Final After Bengal Collapse

Auqib Nabi Puts J&K On Cusp Of Historic Ranji Trophy Final After Bengal Collapse

Rediff.com5 days ago

Auqib Nabi's all-round performance puts Jammu and Kashmir on the brink of their first-ever Ranji Trophy final, after they bowled out Bengal for a mere 99 runs in their second innings.

2025's Top 10 Female Performances

2025's Top 10 Female Performances

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

In 2025, the top actresses remained absent, the ones who could have commanded strong roles. In any case, great roles for women are not even written in mainstream cinema, but when they get a role worth working for, they did their best.

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Galentine's Day: What To Wear Based On Your Girl Gang Plans

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

If Valentine's is for couples, Galentine Day's is for the girls who make life actually fun.

Assam CM's 'shooting' video: SC agrees to hear plea

Assam CM's 'shooting' video: SC agrees to hear plea

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to consider a plea seeking action against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over a viral video allegedly showing him taking aim and firing with a rifle at members of the Muslim community.

Pakistan cricket faces backlash after India thrashing

Pakistan cricket faces backlash after India thrashing

Rediff.com6 days ago

Following Pakistan's defeat to India in a T20 World Cup match, former players are calling for significant changes in the team, including the removal of Babar Azam and other senior players.

T20 World Cup: 'Stop repeating mistakes': Nepal coach urges players

T20 World Cup: 'Stop repeating mistakes': Nepal coach urges players

Rediff.com6 days ago

Nepal coach Nick Pothas emphasises the need for players to learn from past mistakes and perform under pressure as they face Scotland in their final T20 World Cup match. He also highlights the importance of a robust domestic structure for the national team's growth.

T20 WC: Pakistan set for surprise change vs India

T20 WC: Pakistan set for surprise change vs India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Pakistan is expected to field four specialist bowlers, including two spinners and two pacers, in their crucial T20 World Cup match against India in Colombo.

Zimbabwe's World Cup Hopes Hit as Brendan Taylor Ruled Out

Zimbabwe's World Cup Hopes Hit as Brendan Taylor Ruled Out

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe suffer a major setback as Brendan Taylor is ruled out of the T20 World Cup with a hamstring injury; Ben Curran approved as replacement by ICC.

Omarzai stars as Afghanistan beat UAE to keep Super 8 hopes alive

Omarzai stars as Afghanistan beat UAE to keep Super 8 hopes alive

Rediff.com6 days ago

Afghanistan restricted United Arab Emirates to 160 for nine in their T20 World Cup match, with Azmatullah Omarzai claiming four wickets and Sohaib Khan scoring a half-century for UAE.

Asian shooting: Aakriti, Anjum shine, India add more medals

Asian shooting: Aakriti, Anjum shine, India add more medals

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Aakriti Dahiya and Anjum Moudgil secured silver and bronze respectively in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Asian Shooting Championship, while Kazakhstan's Sofiya Shulzhenko set a new world record. India's Prachi Gaikwad also won gold in the junior women's 3P final.

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: 'Wait for 24 hours': SKY on handshake

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: 'Wait for 24 hours': SKY on handshake

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha remained noncommittal on whether their teams will shake hands before or after their T20 World Cup clash.

17-year-old Anahat Singh scripts history with maiden title

17-year-old Anahat Singh scripts history with maiden title

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Teen squash prodigy Anahat Singh upset top seed Georgina Kennedy to win her first PSA Bronze title at the Squash On Fire Open in Washington.

T20 World Cup: Hope hails Motie, Rutherford after England rout

T20 World Cup: Hope hails Motie, Rutherford after England rout

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

We played a complete game: WI captain Hope after 30-run win over England

After scaring England, Nepal skipper Paudel appeals for more T20Is

After scaring England, Nepal skipper Paudel appeals for more T20Is

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Nepal's captain Rohit Paudel has emphasized the need for increased international cricket engagements for his team following their narrow defeat against England in the T20 World Cup. He believes regular exposure to top teams is crucial for the development of Nepali cricket.

BNP sweeps Bangladesh polls; Tarique Rahman to be PM

BNP sweeps Bangladesh polls; Tarique Rahman to be PM

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

If the Bangladesh Nationalist Party wins, Tarique Rahman will be Bangladesh's first male prime minister in 36 years.

T20 World Cup: Raza wants Zimbabwe to trust momentum and keep going

T20 World Cup: Raza wants Zimbabwe to trust momentum and keep going

Rediff.com6 days ago

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza on Monday said that his side's upset win over Australia would count for nothing if they slip up in the next two matches of the T20 World Cup, and the focus is on staying grounded after the giant-killing act.

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

With Abhishek Sharma hospitalised with a stomach bug, Sanju Samson is set to get another opportunity at the top of the order.

Asian C'ships: Manu Misses Gold in Thrilling Shoot-Off

Asian C'ships: Manu Misses Gold in Thrilling Shoot-Off

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Manu Bhaker won silver in the women's 25m pistol at the Asian Shooting Championships after losing a dramatic shoot-off, while Esha Singh claimed bronze in New Delhi.

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan -- 5 Key Battles

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A look at five possible mouth-watering match-ups in the upcoming India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday.

Sreeleela, Saiee Love Dressing Like K-Pop Stars

Sreeleela, Saiee Love Dressing Like K-Pop Stars

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

K-pop stars have taken over India; the youth love their music, movies and TV shows. K-pop fashion too has become a massive trend.

Record alert! Zampa overtakes Afridi in T20 WC history

Record alert! Zampa overtakes Afridi in T20 WC history

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Australia's star spinner Adam Zampa overtook former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi to become the bowler with the joint-second-highest wickets in the T20 World Cup.

USA looking to beat Namibia and keep Super 8 hopes alive

USA looking to beat Namibia and keep Super 8 hopes alive

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

The United States, boosted by a win over the Netherlands, will face Namibia in a crucial Group A match, needing a victory to keep their Super Eight hopes alive in the T20 World Cup.

As Cute As A Teddy: Alanna, Ananya Dress Like...

As Cute As A Teddy: Alanna, Ananya Dress Like...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Teddy Day is all about soft vibes, warm hugs and looking as adorable as the plush toys you get gifted.

Abhishek Doubtful For Pakistan Showdown?

Abhishek Doubtful For Pakistan Showdown?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma remains a doubtful starter for India's massive T20 World Cup group game against Pakistan, after recovering from a stomach infection and missing training and the match against Namibia in Delhi on Thursday.

Oppo K14x To Debut In India With 6,500 mAh Battery

Oppo K14x To Debut In India With 6,500 mAh Battery

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Oppo has announced that the Oppo K14x, the newest addition to its K series, will make its India debut on February 10. The device is set to strengthen the brand's presence in the budget-friendly 5G smartphone segment.

T20 World Cup: Mukkamalla, Harmeet star as USA thrash Netherlands

T20 World Cup: Mukkamalla, Harmeet star as USA thrash Netherlands

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Saiteja Mukkamalla's attractive 79 and a four-wicket haul by former India Under-19 star Harmeet Singh powered United States to a comfortable 93-run victory over the Netherlands.

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Hope Hails Team Effort as West Indies Reach Super Eights

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shai Hope praises West Indies' squad depth after a nine-wicket win over Nepal seals Super Eights berth in the T20 World Cup, with Jason Holder and Matthew Forde starring.

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2025

Rediff's Top 10 Recipes For 2025

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

We looked back at the 10 Recipes Rediff Readers Loved Most.

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Step Inside Keerthy Suresh's Beautiful Home

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Keerthy Suresh and Anthony Thattil share a lovely home in beautiful Kochi.

How Sindhu inspired Devika Sihag to Thailand Masters title

How Sindhu inspired Devika Sihag to Thailand Masters title

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Devika Sihag, who won the Thailand Masters Super 300 title last week, acknowledged the role of PV Sindhu and coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama in her triumph

West Indies crush Nepal to seal Super 8s berth at T20 World Cup

West Indies crush Nepal to seal Super 8s berth at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

Dipendra Singh Airee and Sompal Kami's late partnership helped Nepal reach 133 for 8 against the West Indies in their T20 World Cup Group C match. Airee's 58 and Kami's unbeaten 26 lifted Nepal after a poor start.

Over 1,300 athletes dropped from Khelo India...Here's why

Over 1,300 athletes dropped from Khelo India...Here's why

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya revealed that 1342 athletes have been removed from the Khelo India programme in the last three years due to poor performance and doping violations, while 2905 new athletes have been inducted.

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

After Wankhede stumble, India eye batting blitz vs Namibia at Kotla

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Namibia match could be a God-sent opportunity for an out-of-form Sanju Samson to get into run-scoring mode after a string of failures that saw him lose his place to Ishan Kishan, who is going through a purple patch.

Barcelona blank Mallorca to extend LaLiga lead

Barcelona blank Mallorca to extend LaLiga lead

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Barcelona outclassed Mallorca 3-0 at home on Saturday to increase their lead at the top of the LaLiga standings.

Ranji semis: Can J&K, Uttarakhand continue dream run?

Ranji semis: Can J&K, Uttarakhand continue dream run?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand will look to extend their dream runs when they take on heavyweights Bengal and Karnataka respectively in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.

Australia humiliated by Ecuador in Davis Cup qualifier

Australia humiliated by Ecuador in Davis Cup qualifier

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

With Australia's number one Alex De Minaur opting out of the tie in Quito, the 28-times champions crashed out when Rinky Hijikata and Jordan Thompson were beaten 7-6(5) 6-4 by Gonzalo Escobar and Diego Hidalgo in the decisive doubles rubber.

Devika, The Cutest Girl Next Door

Devika, The Cutest Girl Next Door

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Devika Sanjay has that easy, breezy charm that makes all her outfits feel instantly.