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Ronaldo made to wait for Saudi Pro League title

Ronaldo made to wait for Saudi Pro League title

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Bento blunder delays Al Nassr's title celebrations.

India Tops Global List Of Suspended Athletes For Doping Violations

India Tops Global List Of Suspended Athletes For Doping Violations

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

India has overtaken Kenya to lead the Athletics Integrity Unit's list of ineligible persons due to doping violations, with 148 suspended track and field athletes.

US op in Nigeria eliminates ISIS second-in-command: Trump

US op in Nigeria eliminates ISIS second-in-command: Trump

Rediff.com16 May 2026

US President Donald Trump announced the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a key ISIS leader, in a joint operation with Nigerian forces.

Sensex Rises Over 400 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,800 Amid Positive Market Sentiment

Sensex Rises Over 400 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,800 Amid Positive Market Sentiment

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Sensex gains over 400 points while Nifty trades above 23,800 amid strong IT sector buying.

Haryana's Wrestling Prowess On Display At National Tournament

Haryana's Wrestling Prowess On Display At National Tournament

Rediff.com10 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President Sanjay Singh highlighted the significant participation of Haryana wrestlers in the National Open Ranking Tournament, countering claims of bias. However, the event was also marred by the discovery of used syringes, underscoring the ongoing doping challenges in Indian wrestling.

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Atiqa Mir Achieves Top Ranking in WSK Super Masters, Finishes Eighth

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Indian racing driver Atiqa Mir finished eighth in the WSK Super Masters Series, marking a successful end to her campaign as the highest-ranked female racer.

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

India Explores 2036 Olympic Bid During CWG Review

Rediff.com15 May 2026

A meeting to review India's Commonwealth Games preparations included discussions on advancing the country's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, with Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi participating online.

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.

IPL 2026: How Shami's new ball trick dismantled SRH top order

IPL 2026: How Shami's new ball trick dismantled SRH top order

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Lucknow Super Giants' spin bowling coach Carl Crowe reveals Mohammed Shami's success against Sunrisers Hyderabad was due to a new delivery developed with bowling coach Bharat Arun. Shami's willingness to learn and Rishabh Pant's leadership are also highlighted.

IPL 2026: Overseas pacers key reason behind Punjab Kings' struggles, says Chawla

IPL 2026: Overseas pacers key reason behind Punjab Kings' struggles, says Chawla

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Former India spinner Piyush Chawla has blamed Punjab Kings' struggling overseas fast bowlers for the team's poor run in IPL 2026. Punjab suffered their fifth straight defeat after losing to Mumbai Indians by six wickets in Dharamsala on Thursday, May 14, 2026, putting their playoff hopes under pressure.

EPL PIX: Manchester United continue resurgence with thrilling win over Forest

EPL PIX: Manchester United continue resurgence with thrilling win over Forest

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Manchester United defeated Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford as Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League assist record and Michael Carrick moved closer to securing the manager's job permanently.

Rudrankksh Patil Wins Gold At Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting

Rudrankksh Patil Wins Gold At Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Rudrankksh Patil of Maharashtra won the gold medal in the men's 10m air rifle event at the Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship, overcoming a challenge from Haryana's Rohit Kanyan.

Still Want To Buy Gold? 5 Tips To Reduce Your Cost

Still Want To Buy Gold? 5 Tips To Reduce Your Cost

Rediff.com15 May 2026

With duties at 15%, GST at 3%, and making charges running as high as 20% -- the gap between a smart purchase and a careless one can easily be Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 on every Rs 1 lakh invested. And most of that gap is entirely avoidable. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains the math.

East Bengal overcome Mumbai City in thrilling ISL clash

East Bengal overcome Mumbai City in thrilling ISL clash

Rediff.com5 May 2026

East Bengal FC rallied from behind to secure a 2-1 victory against Mumbai City FC, propelling them to the summit of the Indian Super League standings.

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Lakshya, Sindhu Lead Indian Charge At Thailand Open

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu will lead India's challenge at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament, following the country's bronze-medal finish at the Thomas Cup Finals.

'Thiru Joseph Vijay enum naam': Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM

'Thiru Joseph Vijay enum naam': Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM

Rediff.com10 May 2026

C Joseph Vijay, leader of the TVK, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, with the oath of office administered by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath in a ceremony held at Nehru Stadium. The event was attended by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Political Parties Sees 1,123 Defections In 15 Years

Political Parties Sees 1,123 Defections In 15 Years

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Most defections originated from three major parties -- the Congress, BJP and BSP.

Fake Currency Bundles With Genuine Notes Seized In Indore

Fake Currency Bundles With Genuine Notes Seized In Indore

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Indore police seized 566 bundles of fake Rs 500 notes from abandoned bags. Only 84 notes were genuine, with the rest being plain paper designed to resemble currency. An investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use of the fake notes.

Congress Continues Deliberations On Kerala Chief Minister

Congress Continues Deliberations On Kerala Chief Minister

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Congress party is still undecided on who will be Kerala's next Chief Minister, even after discussions between party leaders. Several leaders are vying for the position, and the high command is waiting for the political climate to calm down before making an announcement.

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face off in a crucial IPL match with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams need a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockouts.

Before Drishyam 3, Ranking Jeethu Joseph's Thrillers

Before Drishyam 3, Ranking Jeethu Joseph's Thrillers

Rediff.com20 May 2026

From the genius of Drishyam to the misfires of Mirage, here's ranking every Malayalam thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph before Georgekutty returns in Drishyam 3.

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Why Army chief wants to open a cafe

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi shared his vision for a cafe named 'Ahista Zindagi' in Madhya Pradesh, designed as a retreat for reflection and conversation in today's fast-paced world, during an interaction with youths in Delhi.

Barca tame Real Madrid in Clasico, lift La Liga title

Barca tame Real Madrid in Clasico, lift La Liga title

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Barca's capped a dominant La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Real Madrid to claim their 29th La Liga crown at the Camp Nou in Barcelona on Sunday.

How Ayushman Bharat Will Benefit West Bengal, Says Modi

How Ayushman Bharat Will Benefit West Bengal, Says Modi

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the West Bengal government's decision to implement the Ayushman Bharat scheme, highlighting the benefits for the state's residents.

CBI Raids Punjab Vigilance Office, Arrests Middlemen In Bribery Case

CBI Raids Punjab Vigilance Office, Arrests Middlemen In Bribery Case

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The CBI conducted a late-night raid at the Punjab Vigilance office in Mohali, arresting several middlemen allegedly involved in collecting bribes for a senior officer. The raid was part of an investigation into a bribery allegation of around 20 lakh. Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia criticised the AAP government over the incident.

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Babar Azam to return to Pakistan squad for second Bangladesh Test

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Babar Azam, Pakistan's key batter, is likely to play in the second Test against Bangladesh after missing the first match due to a knee injury. His return is anticipated to strengthen Pakistan's batting lineup after their loss in the first Test.

'Tremendous Belief': Virat Kohli Decodes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Success In IPL 2026

'Tremendous Belief': Virat Kohli Decodes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Success In IPL 2026

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Virat Kohli praises Bhuvneshwar Kumar's resurgence in IPL 2026, highlighting his 'uncomplicated consistency' and technical abilities. Kumar's impressive wicket haul and economy rate have been crucial for RCB's success.

Army's Ganga Singh Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Army's Ganga Singh Wins Gold At Shooting Championship

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Army shooter Ganga Singh won gold in the men's 50m rifle 3-positions at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Haryana's Kamaljeet Choudhary and Surbhi Rao secured the 10m air pistol mixed team title.

Sahith Theegala in Top 10 at Players Championship

Sahith Theegala in Top 10 at Players Championship

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Indian American golfer Sahith Theegala moves into the top 10 at the Players Championship, while other Indian and Indo-Canadian players also make significant strides.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named in the 15-member India A squad for the tri-nation 50-over series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9.

Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal appointed chief secretary of Suvendu govt

Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal appointed chief secretary of Suvendu govt

Rediff.com12 May 2026

West Bengal's appointment of Manoj Agarwal, the former Chief Electoral Officer, as the new Chief Secretary has ignited a political firestorm, raising concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the state's electoral processes.

Three-time world champions India remain unshaken at T20I peak

Three-time world champions India remain unshaken at T20I peak

Rediff.com5 May 2026

India retains its top position in the ICC T20I rankings, followed by England and Australia. The rankings consider matches played since May 2025 at 100 per cent and the previous two years at 50 per cent.

India knocked out of AFC U-17 race after 2nd loss

India knocked out of AFC U-17 race after 2nd loss

Rediff.com11 May 2026

India's chances of qualifying for the FIFA U-17 World Cup suffered a major blow after losing to Uzbekistan in their AFC U-17 Asian Cup group match.

Rest in peace, Dr Radhakrishan 'Chanakya' Pillai

Rest in peace, Dr Radhakrishan 'Chanakya' Pillai

Rediff.com12 May 2026

An avid teacher, entrepreneur and mentor, Dr Radhakrishnan Pillai touched countless lives through his books, teachings and wisdom. His passing leaves behind an irreplaceable void.

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Why Pakistan Regrets Missing The FIH Pro League

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Pakistan's newly-appointed hockey team head coach, Manzur ul Hassan, believes the nation erred by not participating in the FIH Pro League's inaugural edition in 2019, depriving players of crucial experience against top-tier opponents.

Recipe: Manisha's Akkhya Masoor Khichdi

Recipe: Manisha's Akkhya Masoor Khichdi

Rediff.com13 May 2026

This rustic khichdi is the epitome of ghar ka khanna. Whole masoor dal is cooked with rice, spices and coconut milk and served with a generous blob of ghee.

Rupee crashes to record low of 95.81/USD on crude oil, inflation worries

Rupee crashes to record low of 95.81/USD on crude oil, inflation worries

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Indian rupee plummeted to a new all-time closing low of 95.81 against the US dollar, driven by surging crude oil prices, persistent inflation concerns, and a strengthening dollar index.

New Zealand delay launch of new T20 competition amid scheduling challenges

New Zealand delay launch of new T20 competition amid scheduling challenges

Rediff.com11 May 2026

NZ20 organisers initially planned to launch a six-team league of privately owned franchises for the coming summer but had agreed to hold off in part due to the international schedule, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said.

Tilak Blasts MI To Thrilling Win As Punjab Kings Continue To Stumble!

Tilak Blasts MI To Thrilling Win As Punjab Kings Continue To Stumble!

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Tilak Varma steered Mumbai Indians to victory with a blistering 75 not out from 33 balls, as the visitors chased down 201 with one ball to spare in a thrilling finish in Dharamsala.

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Firouzja In Round 1

Praggnanandhaa Held To Draw By Firouzja In Round 1

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Alireza Firouzja in the first round of the Super Chess Classics in Bucharest, while other games also ended in draws.