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BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid, Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards

Rediff.com7 days ago

Batting great Rahul Dravid, 1983 World Cup winner Roger Binny and women's cricket legend Mithali Raj will be bestowed with the Colonel C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

T20 World Cup semifinal: Varun puts in the hard yards to regain rhythm

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's key spinner Varun Chakaravarthy fine-tunes his bowling skills in a dedicated training session ahead of the crucial T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England, focusing on length and control.

Vijayakanth's party joins DMK alliance for Tamil Nadu polls

Vijayakanth's party joins DMK alliance for Tamil Nadu polls

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The DMDK officially joined the DMK-led alliance ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections, marking a significant political development in the state.

India vs New Zealand T20Is: 'Hardik Pandya showing his class with the ball'

India vs New Zealand T20Is: 'Hardik Pandya showing his class with the ball'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

India bowling coach Morne Morkel is delighted to see the way Hardik Pandya is shaping up ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan's Afridi doubtful for T20 World Cup?

Pakistan's Afridi doubtful for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has been ruled out of remainder of Australia's Big Bash League due to a knee injury.

Cold Days Ahead After Warm 2025

Cold Days Ahead After Warm 2025

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Above-normal cold wave days are expected in some areas of central India, eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar during January 2026.

Vrusshabha Review: Even Mohanlal Can't Salvage This

Vrusshabha Review: Even Mohanlal Can't Salvage This

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Vrusshabha feels like a ChatGPT prompt gone wrong, where the lazy ask for a sure-shot 'Pan Indian' blockbuster formula gives us a flimsy period epic in the guise of an incompetently drawn 'reincarnation drama', observes Arjun Menon.

Rohit and Kohli Open Up on Motivation, Mindset and ODI Return

Rohit and Kohli Open Up on Motivation, Mindset and ODI Return

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

'The will to work and commitment to put in work is as high as it has ever been.'

Former Home Minister Shivraj Patil passes away

Former Home Minister Shivraj Patil passes away

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Congress leader was Union Home Minister from 2004 to 2008 and the 10th Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1991 to 1996. He was the Governor of Punjab and also served as Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh from 2010 to 2015.

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

The Greatest Left-Arm Bowlers Of All Time

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Left-arm spinners, all-rounders, and pacers who mastered their craft and left a mark in Test cricket.

India taste first defeat in Sultan of Johor Cup

India taste first defeat in Sultan of Johor Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The Indian junior men's hockey team suffered their first defeat in the ongoing Sultan of Johor Cup, going down to Australia 2-4 in a pool match in Johor, Malaysia, on Wednesday.

Alana King's magic seals India-Australia semifinal

Alana King's magic seals India-Australia semifinal

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Leg-spinner Alana King's spellbinding wizardry formed the cornerstone of Australia's seven-wicket triumph over South Africa as the defending champions concluded the Women's World Cup league stage firmly on top of the table in Indore on Saturday.

RCB's need of the hour -- set of skilful bowlers

RCB's need of the hour -- set of skilful bowlers

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Flower batted for the 'Impact Player' rule saying that it allows two Indian players to participate in a game.

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

10 Heroes of the 1965 War which ended on September 23 60 years ago.

Video calls to Jarange, CCTV: How Mumbai police handled Maratha protest

Video calls to Jarange, CCTV: How Mumbai police handled Maratha protest

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

In the last five days, there were instances in which various groups of protesters agitated in front of the Mantralaya (secretariat), Bombay Stock Exchange, were seen roaming along the Marine Drive, Jehangir Art Gallery, Giragon Chowpatty and Gateway of India, but police controlled the crowd and were seen requesting them to take precautions.

Siraj, Krishna and A Crucial Bowling Partnership

Siraj, Krishna and A Crucial Bowling Partnership

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Siraj gives everything for India, and it is credit to him for that, the way he approaches cricket.'

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Guess the only Indian in Lara's GOATs list!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Legendary West Indies batter Brian Lara has picked his 'GOATs' (Greatest Of All Time) in cricket, placing Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah among three other legends of the sport.

From joy to grief: IAF pilot's family mourns a month after son's birth

From joy to grief: IAF pilot's family mourns a month after son's birth

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Squadron Leader Lokendra Singh Sindhu, an Indian Air Force pilot killed in a Jaguar fighter jet crash, had recently become a father. His family in Haryana was in celebration mode before the tragedy. He leaves behind his wife and a month-old son.

When Jahnvi, Sakshi, Aditi Celebrated India

When Jahnvi, Sakshi, Aditi Celebrated India

Rediff.com31 May 2025

From traditional silhouettes reimagined for contemporary tastes to avant-garde pieces that push the boundaries of fashion, talented Indian fashion designers showcased the country's unique craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage at Cannes this year.

Pro League: India suffer another loss, blow chance of direct entry to WC

Pro League: India suffer another loss, blow chance of direct entry to WC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

India go down to Germany 1-7 in Four-Nation junior hockey

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Kareena has been a leading lady now for 25 years, Deepika for almost two decades and Alia for over a decade. Dinesh Raheja chronicles the changing ways Bollywood has treated actor-moms.

Kohli more skilful than me, says Ganguly

Kohli more skilful than me, says Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Both played aggressive brand of cricket as captains, but Sourav Ganguly said in terms of skill set, Virat Kohli is ahead of him.

'Rohit will be crucial for MI's sixth IPL title'

'Rohit will be crucial for MI's sixth IPL title'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians pacer Trent Boult has backed "world-class" Rohit Sharma to play a pivotal role in the team's pursuit for a record-extending sixth IPL title, following back-to-back half-centuries that signalled his timely return to form.

Dravid applauds England's skilful, smart batting approach

Dravid applauds England's skilful, smart batting approach

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'I'm not sure how happy they are about the term, but they are playing really good cricket, let's be honest about it.'

Hazlewood finds new distance to hit a purple patch

Hazlewood finds new distance to hit a purple patch

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Along with his ability to adapt, the high release point makes Hazlewood a tricky customer to deal with on any kind of surface, as it allows him to find that disconcerting extra bounce.

Boxing Nationals: Minakshi stuns World champion Nitu Ghanghas in semis

Boxing Nationals: Minakshi stuns World champion Nitu Ghanghas in semis

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

All India Police boxer Minakshi pulled off a stunning upset, defeating World champion Nitu Ghanghas of Haryana in the 48kg semi-final of the 8th Elite Women's National Boxing Championship.

Mumbai City FC lose to KBFC, still in hunt for play-offs spot

Mumbai City FC lose to KBFC, still in hunt for play-offs spot

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

I-League: Churchill Brothers send eight-man Shillong Lajong packing, climb to top

Youngsters steal the show for Vidarbha

Youngsters steal the show for Vidarbha

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Vidarbha head coach Usman Ghani lauded the young players for their performances in the team's third Ranji Trophy triumph.

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.

Deva Review: Shahid Is Pushpa-fied!

Deva Review: Shahid Is Pushpa-fied!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Shahid's heft is the only thing that keeps up the momentum in a mediocre rehash, dumbed down by flimsy motive and mindless bravado, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Miller praise for wise DK

Miller praise for wise DK

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

He also credited SA20 for the resurgence of SA cricket in the last few years.

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards has announced its National and Regional Award winners, celebrating talent from 56 countries.

NorthEast United wrap 2024 with stunning win over MCFC

NorthEast United wrap 2024 with stunning win over MCFC

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Despite keeping 65.2 per cent of the possession, Mumbai City FC could take only three shots on target, as compared to seven by the visitors.

The Amazing Riflewomen Making History

The Amazing Riflewomen Making History

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

22 Assam Rifles women personnel are in the Republic Day marching band contingent. Dressed in crisp uniforms, playing bagpipes, drums and side drums, the year-old band has already built an admirable reputation.

How KL Rahul silenced critics with a stellar knock...

How KL Rahul silenced critics with a stellar knock...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Jaiswal and Rahul ended the day unbeaten on 90 and 62, as the hosts failed to take a wicket in two sessions, a dizzying change of pace from day one when 17 wickets tumbled.

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The cupboard is bare and it will take some time to prepare another cracking line-up that can match the aura of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.

Aircraft from Vedic-era, not Wright Brothers: UP guv

Aircraft from Vedic-era, not Wright Brothers: UP guv

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Anandiben Patel said students should study ancient Indian texts to appreciate the unparalleled research and discoveries made by their ancestors.

Control the controllables: Patidar's mantra for success against SRH

Control the controllables: Patidar's mantra for success against SRH

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Rajat Patidar struck a quickfire half-century to set up Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a 35-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Thursday.

Want to improve relations with Pak but...: Rajnath

Want to improve relations with Pak but...: Rajnath

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Rajnath came down heavily on the National Conference-Congress alliance over its poll promise of restoring Article 370 and said it is impossible as long as the BJP is there.

NZ coach warns of India's home advantage

NZ coach warns of India's home advantage

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

New Zealand will take on India in a three-Test series, which pacer Mohammed Shami is set to miss. The series-opener will begin in Bengaluru on Wednesday.