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Real Kashmir FC withdraw from Super Cup

Real Kashmir FC withdraw from Super Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) tweeted, "Real Kashmir FC have withdrawn from AIFF Super Cup 2025-26, as VISAS for their foreign players could not be secured. They will be replaced by Dempo SC."

BJP leader apologises for praising lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

BJP leader apologises for praising lawyer who hurled shoe at CJI

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

"Even if it is legally & terribly wrong, I admire your courage, at your age, to take a stand and live by it, irrespective of consequences," Rao said on Tuesday in a post on 'X'.

Ex India midfielder named Chennaiyin FC head coach

Ex India midfielder named Chennaiyin FC head coach

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Miranda had worked as assistant coach of FC Goa, Odisha FC, Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mumbai City FC in the past.

'It Was Always Anil Kapoor For Tezaab'

'It Was Always Anil Kapoor For Tezaab'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Aditya Pancholi has claimed he was the first choice to play the lead role opposite Madhuri Dixit in Tezaab, a role that eventually went to Anil Kapoor.

Why Prakash Ambedkar Is Taking On The RSS

Why Prakash Ambedkar Is Taking On The RSS

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'We have asked the police to verify whether the RSS is a registered organisation. If they are not registered, then specific action should be taken against them.'

'Cowardly Attack': Afghanistan Pull Out of Pakistan Series

'Cowardly Attack': Afghanistan Pull Out of Pakistan Series

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'In light of the precious innocent souls lost, I welcome the ACB's decision of withdrawing from upcoming fixtures against Pakistan.'

Lalu's daughter breaks silence amid family rift rumours

Lalu's daughter breaks silence amid family rift rumours

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Acharya's clarification comes close on the heels of a couple of cryptic tweets, which had triggered speculations that the medical graduate-turned-homemaker, who was the party's candidate from Saran in last year's Lok Sabha polls, was unhappy with the clout of her younger brother Tejashwi Yadav.

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Singer Zubeen Garg Dies In Scuba Accident

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'He was immediately given CPR before being rushed to Singapore General Hospital. Despite efforts to save him, he was declared deceased in the ICU around 2:30 PM IST.'

Will Gambhir, Team India Follow SKY's Gesture?

Will Gambhir, Team India Follow SKY's Gesture?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'I have decided to donate my match fees from this tournament to support our Armed Forces and the families of the victims who suffered from the Pahalgam terror attack. You always remain in my thoughts. Jai Hind.'

'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

'Big games and it's time for Harmanpreet to deliver'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Former England captain Nasser Hussain on Friday said Harmanpreet Kaur boasts of a fantastic World Cup record and it's time the Indian women's team skipper delivered like her Australian counterpart Alyssa Healy.

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Modi's Risky Gamble With The Taliban

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Developing relations with the Taliban is needed, but plunging headlong into Afghanistan without due thought will be akin to the rooster entering a KFC outlet, warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).

The Gift Trump Sent Modi

The Gift Trump Sent Modi

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

'The US values its relationship with India and under the strong leadership of President Donald J Trump and Prime Minister Modi, I am optimistic about the days ahead for both of our nations.'

'Some are doing too much': Shivakumar on Bengaluru infra criticism

'Some are doing too much': Shivakumar on Bengaluru infra criticism

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar responds to criticism regarding Bengaluru's infrastructure, while industry leaders and opposition members voice their concerns.

Sarfaraz: 'Selectors Will Always Have A Plan'

Sarfaraz: 'Selectors Will Always Have A Plan'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'Sometimes it might look wrong in the fans' eyes, but please don't twist things or create narratives that aren't even close to the truth.'

You added spice to retweet on farmers' protest, SC tells Kangana

You added spice to retweet on farmers' protest, SC tells Kangana

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court told actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut that she had "added spice" to a retweet during the 2020-21 farmers' protest, leading her to withdraw her plea for quashing a defamation complaint.

Kannan, who quit IAS over Article 370 abrogation, joins Congress

Kannan, who quit IAS over Article 370 abrogation, joins Congress

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Former IAS officer Kannan Gopinathan, who resigned from service in 2019 as a mark of protest against the "shutdown" of Jammu and Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370, joined the Congress on Monday.

Afghanistan suffer blow as pacer ruled out of Asia Cup

Afghanistan suffer blow as pacer ruled out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Afghanistan started off their Asia Cup campaign with a massive win by 94 runs over Hong Kong in their Group B clash at Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, September 9.

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The most famous cricket umpire of his time has left the ground forever.

Bihar: INDIA bloc in disarray as nomination deadline nears

Bihar: INDIA bloc in disarray as nomination deadline nears

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Confusion prevailing in the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) showed little signs of let up on Saturday, with just two days to go before the filing of nomination papers for the second and final phase of assembly elections comes to a close.

'It Always Feels Good When You Defeat A Good Team'

'It Always Feels Good When You Defeat A Good Team'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'We cannot deny that Pakistan also played brilliantly.'

Yashasvi Jaiswal named in prestigious TIME100 Next list

Yashasvi Jaiswal named in prestigious TIME100 Next list

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal has earned a spot in TIME magazine's prestigious 'TIME100 Next' list -- recognizing emerging global leaders across various fields.

Will Nishaanchi Be Another Wasseypur?

Will Nishaanchi Be Another Wasseypur?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Syed Firdaus Ashraf hopes that Nishaanchi will be a blockbuster like its trailer.

'Intent always wins': Gambhir hails India's Asia Cup victory

'Intent always wins': Gambhir hails India's Asia Cup victory

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The triumph at the Dubai International Stadium marked India's ninth Asia Cup title and showcased the team's grit, character, and ability to perform under pressure.

Shivam Dube Was The Real Game Changer

Shivam Dube Was The Real Game Changer

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'He has been working hard on his bowling. This was a perfect game for him.'

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

'You definitely left a mark on me before retirement'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Rishabh Pant posted a heartfelt message for Chris Woakes, who had left him with a severe injury during the fifth Test in Manchester early this year.

Why UAE Sacrificed Knock-Out Entry Against Pakistan

Why UAE Sacrificed Knock-Out Entry Against Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

When I asked UAE Skipper Muhammad Waseem why his team did not appeal for a walkover, he said his team had come to play, and that they had decided to wait as per the request from the authorities. Would any Test-playing country have waited and remained sporting enough to sacrifice their opportunity to play in the knock-out stage?

'I want to thank Maa Durga...'

'I want to thank Maa Durga...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Fondly remembering for his memorable spells at Eden Gardens, the former cricketer expressed gratitude towards the city and its people, saying he would forever cherish his bond with Kolkata.

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'We have 38 Dalits who are MLAs and ministers. But that does not mean the Dalits of Bihar are prospering.'

Seven linked to Zubeen Garg's final hours ignore CID summons: Himanta

Seven linked to Zubeen Garg's final hours ignore CID summons: Himanta

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says most of those present with singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore during his death have yet to respond to CID summons, and addresses related political accusations.

F35s: Musk Tweets Dissed US Fighter

F35s: Musk Tweets Dissed US Fighter

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Two Elon Musk from November 2024 surfaced online over the weekend in which he can be seen criticising the US' F-35 fighter aircraft which President Donald J Trump offered to sell India during Prime Minister Narendra D Modi's visit to the White House on Thursday.

India's Velkumar scripts history with World Skating gold

India's Velkumar scripts history with World Skating gold

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded Velkumar for his efforts.

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the PCB chief, walked away with the Asia Cup trophy after India refused to take the silverware from his hands.

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Has Yashasvi Jaiswal Been Shortchanged?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'Jaiswal has an avg of 36 & a strike rate of 164 in T20Is and he got dropped for Gill who has avg of 30 and a strike rate of 139.' 'There is no place for merit anymore.'

Poll tweets: HC rejects Delhi minister Kapil Mishra's plea to stay trial

Poll tweets: HC rejects Delhi minister Kapil Mishra's plea to stay trial

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The Delhi High Court has refused to stay the trial court proceedings against Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra for allegedly posting objectionable tweets during the 2020 assembly elections. The court rejected Mishra's plea challenging a sessions court order dismissing his petition against the summons of a magisterial court in the case. The court said there was no need to stay the trial court proceedings and that the trial court was at liberty to proceed further with the matter. The high court granted four weeks to the police to file its response to the petition and posted the hearing on May 19. The hearing is slated to come up in the trial court on March 20.

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

PIX: When Bhajji met Waugh!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Former Team India leg-spinner Harbhajan Singh had a meeting with his idol -- former Australia skipper Steve Waugh - and he took to social media to share his excitement.

'Projecting Himself As The CM Candidate Is No Longer Viable'

'Projecting Himself As The CM Candidate Is No Longer Viable'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'Vijay is badly politically wounded.'

'This spit in face of BCCI...'

'This spit in face of BCCI...'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Rauf's reaction spread like wildfire, and videos of his gesture went viral on social media.

PM Modi, Gambhir congratulate India on Asia Cup triumph

PM Modi, Gambhir congratulate India on Asia Cup triumph

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Hockey India announced INR 3 lakh each to players and Rs 1.5 lakh to the support staff.

Operation Guddar: Kulgam encounter enters 2nd day

Operation Guddar: Kulgam encounter enters 2nd day

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The encounter between security forces and terrorists in the Gudar forest area of Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, has entered its second day. Two terrorists and two soldiers have been killed in the ongoing gunbattle.

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

S L Bhyrappa, who passed into the ages last week, remains an enigma, with his clear and unwavering voice resonating through his writings. Standing apart from the literary trends over the course of the last fifty years, he succeeded in establishing his own style, sensibility and creative tradition, points out Shridhar C R.