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India Drawn With Pakistan, England In Hockey World Cup Group

India Drawn With Pakistan, England In Hockey World Cup Group

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian men's and women's hockey teams discover their opponents for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium.

Jammu Man Found Dead with Throat Slit; Police Launch Investigation

Jammu Man Found Dead with Throat Slit; Police Launch Investigation

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 47-year-old man was found murdered with his throat slit in Jammu. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the culprits.

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

India to battle Italy in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semi-final

Rediff.com6 days ago

India, having already secured a World Cup berth, will compete against Italy in the semi-final of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to win the tournament.

How India Women's Hockey Team Is Preparing For World Cup, Asian Games

How India Women's Hockey Team Is Preparing For World Cup, Asian Games

Rediff.com11 hours ago

India's women's hockey team is preparing for the World Cup and Asian Games with a mix of overseas tours, competitive exposure, and national camps, according to chief coach Sjoerd Marijne.

Geopolitical Shifts Position India as a Key Technology Partner

Geopolitical Shifts Position India as a Key Technology Partner

Rediff.com1 days ago

Nasscom President Rajesh Nambiar highlights India's growing importance as a technology partner due to geopolitical uncertainties and the need for resilient supply chains.

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Indian Pickleball Association Sanctions Hyderabad Open as PWR 1000 Event

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian Pickleball Association has sanctioned the fourth edition of the Indian Open, to be held in Hyderabad, as a PWR 1000 event, marking a significant step for the sport in India.

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Look to Secure Semifinal Berth in FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India needs at least a draw against Wales to qualify for the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers semifinal, with their fate also depending on the Scotland vs. Uruguay match.

India Begin FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

India Begin FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India will compete in the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, aiming to secure a spot in the upcoming World Cup. The team, led by coach Sjoerd Marijne, will face Uruguay in their opening match.

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

India, Scotland share spoils in FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Rediff.com2 days ago

Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, discusses India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and skilled workforce, emphasising the continued importance of developers in the age of AI-generated code.

Bengaluru Police Investigate Murder of Minor by Fianc

Bengaluru Police Investigate Murder of Minor by Fianc

Rediff.com1 days ago

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her fianc in Bengaluru. Police are searching for the suspect, who is currently absconding. The motive for the crime is under investigation.

Kolkata's Aryav Shah Shines in PGTI NexGen Opener

Kolkata's Aryav Shah Shines in PGTI NexGen Opener

Rediff.com1 days ago

Young Kolkata golfer Aryav Shah takes the lead after the first round of the DP World PGTI NexGen 2024 tournament in Gurugram, with a score of four-under 68.

Telangana YouTuber Murder: Husband Arrested in Jagtial District

Telangana YouTuber Murder: Husband Arrested in Jagtial District

Rediff.com13 hours ago

A 20-year-old pregnant YouTuber was allegedly murdered by her husband in Telangana's Jagtial district. Police have arrested the husband and are investigating allegations of dowry harassment.

Kerala Couple Found Dead Amid Financial Struggles: Police Investigate

Kerala Couple Found Dead Amid Financial Struggles: Police Investigate

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A couple was found dead in a rented house in Kottayam, Kerala, with police suspecting suicide due to financial difficulties. The couple's child was found unharmed at the scene.

Advani Aims for Fourth Consecutive CCI Snooker Classic Title

Advani Aims for Fourth Consecutive CCI Snooker Classic Title

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Pankaj Advani, the reigning champion of the CCI Snooker Classic, is set to compete in the upcoming tournament in Mumbai, aiming for his fourth consecutive victory.

Fleetwood Returns to Delhi Golf Club for DP World India Championship Defence

Fleetwood Returns to Delhi Golf Club for DP World India Championship Defence

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tommy Fleetwood, the world number 3, is set to defend his title at the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club in October. He won the inaugural edition last season and is looking forward to competing in the $4,000,000 event.

Indian Firms Plan Highest AI Investment Growth in Asia-Pacific: Lenovo Study

Indian Firms Plan Highest AI Investment Growth in Asia-Pacific: Lenovo Study

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

A Lenovo study reveals that Indian enterprises are planning to increase their investments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at a higher rate than other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

India could field 3 World Cup teams easily: Glenn Phillips

India could field 3 World Cup teams easily: Glenn Phillips

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips acknowledges the challenge of competing with a cricket superpower like India, given the vast difference in population and talent pool, ahead of their T20 World Cup final.

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Rediff.com7 days ago

A 25-year-old MBA student died after falling from her apartment in Greater Noida. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis.

India receive Rs 25 Cr as prize money for T20 World Cup triumph

India receive Rs 25 Cr as prize money for T20 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com7 days ago

The ICC has announced the distribution of a record USD 11.25 million prize fund following the men's T20 World Cup, with champions India receiving the largest share.

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Why India is Poised to Lead in AI Enablement

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Cognizant's Chief AI Officer, Babak Hodjat, highlights India's unique position in AI enablement due to its strong technology foundation and large pool of digitally skilled people. He emphasises the continued importance of developers in the age of AI and Cognizant's focus on becoming an 'AI builder' company.

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Savita Punia opts out of hockey World Cup qualifiers; Salima Tete to lead India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia has withdrawn from the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers due to personal reasons, with Salima Tete named as the captain of the 20-member Indian squad.

Rabies Confirmed in Stray Dog That Fatally Attacked Bedridden Woman in Kerala

Rabies Confirmed in Stray Dog That Fatally Attacked Bedridden Woman in Kerala

Rediff.com5 days ago

A stray dog that allegedly fatally attacked an 84-year-old bedridden woman in Vellarakad, Kerala, has been confirmed to be rabies-infected after a postmortem examination. The incident has raised concerns about stray dog populations and public health in the region.

India and Scotland Tie in Thrilling FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier Match

India and Scotland Tie in Thrilling FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier Match

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Indian women's hockey team played to a 2-2 draw against Scotland in their second match of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, maintaining their lead in Pool B.

Guess Who's In The Pool?

Guess Who's In The Pool?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Film folk lead busy lives but always sneak in a vacation.

Afghanistan name new T20I captain as squad for SL series announced

Afghanistan name new T20I captain as squad for SL series announced

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Ibrahim Zadran takes over the reins from Rashid Khan after Afghanistan's early ouster from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of 'VIP Treatment' to Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of 'VIP Treatment' to Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the central government of providing 'VIP treatment' to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, criticising perceived double standards in dealing with crime.

Infosys targets $300-400 bn AI services opportunity

Infosys targets $300-400 bn AI services opportunity

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Infosys on Tuesday unveiled its AI First Value Framework, positioning itself to capture an estimated $300-400 billion incremental AI services opportunity by 2030, as global enterprises accelerate adoption of generative and agentic AI.

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Weight Loss Drugs Set to Flood India

Rediff.com2 days ago

While the introduction of branded generics is likely to accelerate volumes for GLP-1 agonists, value growth may moderate because of price erosion.

Rahul Dravid credits Team India's success to talent, infrastructure, fans

Rahul Dravid credits Team India's success to talent, infrastructure, fans

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India captain Rahul Dravid attributes the nation's recent cricketing success to the realisation of its immense potential, supported by strong infrastructure, talented players, and passionate fans.

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Arjun Rao, general partner at Speciale Invest: 'India Must Play to Its AI Strengths'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'There are certain sovereign AI domains where we must build capabilities using our own data, our own language models, and make our own attempts at global models.'

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India coach Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir's call to move away from superstar culture, saying India's depth of talent -- driven by the Indian Premier League -- means the team should focus on winning trophies rather than individual milestones.

Uttar Pradesh Family Deaths: Suicide Pact Suspected Amid Financial Woes

Uttar Pradesh Family Deaths: Suicide Pact Suspected Amid Financial Woes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three members of a family were found dead in a locked room in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, with police suspecting a suicide pact driven by financial difficulties.

Swami Avimukteshwaranand files counter-case against accuser under POCSO Act

Swami Avimukteshwaranand files counter-case against accuser under POCSO Act

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, accused of sexual abuse, has filed a case against his accuser under the POCSO Act, claiming the law allows action against false accusations. He has also sought anticipatory bail from the Allahabad High Court.

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Jasprit Bumrah to focus on ODIs ahead of 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Bumrah Workload: With focus on 2027 World Cup, pace spearhead to play more ODIs than T20Is

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Hockey World Cup Qualifiers: India women crush Wales, seal semifinal spot

Rediff.com7 days ago

Navneet Kaur's hat-trick led India to a 4-1 victory over Wales in a Pool B clash at the women's hockey World Cup Qualifiers, securing their position as table-toppers and a semifinal berth.

Ramping up domestic LPG production to ensure supply: Sitharaman

Ramping up domestic LPG production to ensure supply: Sitharaman

Rediff.com1 days ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces increased domestic LPG production to offset import disruptions caused by Middle East tensions, alongside assurances of fertiliser availability and the clearing of UPA-era oil bonds.

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of Aiding Gangster Bishnoi

Punjab CM Accuses Centre of Aiding Gangster Bishnoi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the central government of providing special treatment to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is accused in the Sidhu Moosewala murder case. Mann's criticism comes after Union Minister Amit Shah spoke about gang activities in Punjab.