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Amit Shah Promises Jobs, End To Infiltration In Bengal

Amit Shah Promises Jobs, End To Infiltration In Bengal

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed poll rallies in West Bengal, promising jobs for youths and an 'infiltrator-free' state if the BJP wins the assembly elections. He also pledged to restore industrial glory, end syndicate raj, and ensure women's safety.

Relief or rage? Man United fans react to Amorim sacking

Relief or rage? Man United fans react to Amorim sacking

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Manchester United supporters had mixed feelings on Monday after the club fired Ruben Amorim, with some mentioning relief having grown weary of rigid tactics, strange team selections and confusing press conferences.

One title can change everything: Satwik-Chirag

One title can change everything: Satwik-Chirag

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty on Monday said "one breakthrough title" can reignite a strong run as they look to revive their glory days at the USD 950,000 India Open Super 750.

Sydney still hurts: Hockey great relives Olympic near-miss

Sydney still hurts: Hockey great relives Olympic near-miss

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

It's been well over two decades but missing an Olympic medal after coming reasonably close to it rankles Mohammed Riaz to this date even though some of his regret has eased after seeing the national team claim podium finishes in the mega-event's last two editions.

'No rivalry between India and Pakistan in hockey too'

'No rivalry between India and Pakistan in hockey too'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

There is no competition between India and Pakistan in hockey: Hardik Singh

Kohli, Rohit flop as Australia rout India in rain-hit ODI

Kohli, Rohit flop as Australia rout India in rain-hit ODI

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

The grand comeback party of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma endured a quick 22-ball ending, and their lowkey outing reflected in India's seven-wicket defeat against Australia.

Helped by GST move, PV sales growth may rebound to 7% by FY27: Maruti

Helped by GST move, PV sales growth may rebound to 7% by FY27: Maruti

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India expects auto sales to bounce back to the glory days of 7 per cent growth by FY 27, helped by the proposed GST rate cut which is expected to bring down car prices by 3.5 to 8.5 per cent.

Old friends, new goals: Messi, Suarez in Uruguayan club venture

Old friends, new goals: Messi, Suarez in Uruguayan club venture

Rediff.com28 May 2025

From their glory days at Barcelona to reuniting at Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have now brought their enduring partnership into a new chapter, co-founding Deportivo LSM, a club set to compete in professional Uruguayan football.

PIX: Hamilton makes track debut for Ferrari

PIX: Hamilton makes track debut for Ferrari

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The 40-year-old, who won six of his world championships at Mercedes, also unveiled a new bright yellow helmet, as he continues his first official week at Ferrari which began at the team's headquarters on Monday.

Will it be Chakravarthy over Kuldeep for India's Champions Trophy opener?

Will it be Chakravarthy over Kuldeep for India's Champions Trophy opener?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Although India are playing a strong brand of 50-overs' cricket of late, they have some selection riddles to solve before they face Bangladesh in their opening match of the Champions Trophy.

Young shuttlers Ruthvika-Rohan dream big

Young shuttlers Ruthvika-Rohan dream big

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

The duo is aiming for top-30 ranking and continued success in bigger tournaments.

Gambhir in committee to 'restore glory days' of Delhi cricket

Gambhir in committee to 'restore glory days' of Delhi cricket

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Former Test opener Gautam Gambhir was on Friday named a government nominee in the Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) managing committee and he has made it clear that he would do his bit to "restore glory days" of the much-maligned association.

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Ronaldo's return to United sparks hopes of reviving glory days

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

They say never go back, but United fans had been longing for Ronaldo to rejoin their side for many years, more in forlorn hope than anything else.

Ruben Amorim set to become new Man United manager

Ruben Amorim set to become new Man United manager

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Ruben Amorim is set to become the next manager of Manchester United with the Premier League club prepared to pay Sporting the 10 million euros ($10.79 million) release clause, the Portuguese club said on Tuesday.

'HIL will revive Indian hockey's golden era'

'HIL will revive Indian hockey's golden era'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

'The HIL will be bigger and better this time around.'

India's hockey hero: Harmanpreet aims for 3rd Player of the Year title

India's hockey hero: Harmanpreet aims for 3rd Player of the Year title

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh, who powered India to a second successive bronze medal in hockey at the Olympics in Paris, was on Saturday nominated for the FIH Player of the Year Award.

Pant will be an all-time great in Tests: Ganguly

Pant will be an all-time great in Tests: Ganguly

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Sourav Ganguly believes Rishabh Pant is on course to become an all-time great in Test cricket.

Dhoni Unveils Retro Look: Back to Long Hair, Bandanas

Dhoni Unveils Retro Look: Back to Long Hair, Bandanas

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Dhoni's new look has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans.

SEE: The emotional farewell that left everyone in tears

SEE: The emotional farewell that left everyone in tears

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The event was distinguished by the presence of hockey legends, including former captains Sardar Singh, Dillip Tirkey and Mir Ranjan Negi, former coach Harendra Singh, and the entire bronze winning Indian team.

India's bittersweet Paris Olympics: 6 medals, 6 heartbreaks

India's bittersweet Paris Olympics: 6 medals, 6 heartbreaks

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Six medals from a 117-strong contingent is not ideal but India had its moments of joy, hope, frustration, and heartache.

'Difficult for Windies to regain glory days in Tests'

'Difficult for Windies to regain glory days in Tests'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

West Indies are two-time World T20 champions but the flamboyant Chris Gayle feels "it will be difficult" for the Caribbean islands to regain their glory days in Test cricket in the near future. One of the most dashing batsmen of his time, Gayle has two triple hundreds in the longest format with 7214 runs in 103 games. His RCB jersey no, 333, is his highest Test score. West Indies have lost their last two Test series against India (at home) and Pakistan (away).

The Failed Promise of Indian 2

The Failed Promise of Indian 2

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Kamal Haasan is right where he left off from the first film but there is only so much he can do to salvage an already lost cause, observes Arjun Menon.

Here's what Tendulkar suggested to revive Mumbai's glory days

Here's what Tendulkar suggested to revive Mumbai's glory days

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The master batsman made over 15 suggestions, and the prominent ones among them were no night-time travel, no bus journeys, and ensuring respectful exit for senior players.

Leslie Claudius: The glory days

Leslie Claudius: The glory days

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

From our archives: Payal Singh Mohanka on the Indian hockey legend who passed into the ages on Thursday.

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Heeramandi, a passion project that took off after years in development and planning, mirrors Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film-making's finest and frustrating features, observes Sukanya Verma.

Operation Valentine Review: Top Gun Redux

Operation Valentine Review: Top Gun Redux

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Operation Valentine follows the templates of similar Air Force narratives to deliver some rousing, harmless fun time, observes Arjun Menon.

What Makes Malayalam Cinema So Distinctive?

What Makes Malayalam Cinema So Distinctive?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

The reasons are too private to be discussed at a round table, listed out during a seminar, or uncovered in an academic course. A proud but insomniac connoisseur murmuring in his sleep may do a better job of explaining the phenomenon than an expert on a podium. Sreehari Nair airs his thoughts.

'You'll see a lot of fast bowlers coming'

'You'll see a lot of fast bowlers coming'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Yes, there have not been any express fast bowlers that are coming from the MRF Pace Foundation that we used to have back in the years.' 'But that's not going to happen anymore. Now, in the next few years, you are gonna see a lot of really good fast bowlers coming out from the MRF Pace Foundation again.'

British billionaire Ratcliffe takes stake in Manchester United

British billionaire Ratcliffe takes stake in Manchester United

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Jim Ratcliffe pledged to invest $300 million in Manchester United to try to revive its fortunes.

Dom's Take: India Looks To You Madam President

Dom's Take: India Looks To You Madam President

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Dominic Xavier hopes President Droupadi Murmu will be a vigilant guardian of the Constitution and that her term in office will see glory days for the Republic.

SRH Players Enjoy Pool Volleyball

SRH Players Enjoy Pool Volleyball

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Mayank Agarwal, Umran Malik, Abhishek Sharma, Abdul Samad and Mayank Dagar can be seen playing volleyball.

War Has Broken Between IT Giants

War Has Broken Between IT Giants

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Trouble started brewing after Cognizant announced that Ravi Kumar, former Infosys president, would take over as the Nasdaq-listed company's CEO.

'Winning mindset will see Manchester United recapture glory days'

'Winning mindset will see Manchester United recapture glory days'

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Manchester United will soon be "winning in style" again courtesy of their never-say-die attitude on the pitch, midfielder Juan Mata has said ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Crystal Palace at Wembley. Louis van Gaal's men, who finished fifth in the Premier League this campaign, failed to qualify for the Champions League for a second time in three seasons and hope to win their first trophy since taking home the Community Shield in 2013. The club's three-year barren run has coincided with the retirement of manager Alex Ferguson, who led the club to 13 Premier League title, five FA Cup and two Champions Leagues during his 26 years at the helm. "This club is going to be fighting for titles," Mata told the BBC.

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Kapil Dev exposes threat to India's World Cup dreams

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Coping with expectations a major factor in India's home World Cup campaign, says Kapil Dev

Are the glory days over for the aviation industry?

Are the glory days over for the aviation industry?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

The ultimate irony of today's air travel scene is that most of the firms that are intensively competing with each other to offer easy availability and service that was unimaginable earlier are not making money.

Byju, Think Of Byju's Like A Business!

Byju, Think Of Byju's Like A Business!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

This, Byju, was the time to apply the business lens, treat your company as a business, run your company as a business. Instead, you splurged, observes Suveen Sinha.

Scoop Review: TERRIFIC Show!

Scoop Review: TERRIFIC Show!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Even those with no knowledge of the inner workings of the media and police, would find Scoop absorbing as a human drama and the story of the resilience of a woman, her family and true friends, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

T20 World Cup: Kohli says Adelaide is his happy place

T20 World Cup: Kohli says Adelaide is his happy place

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

"I absolutely love playing on this ground. Right from the nets at the back, as soon as I enter, it makes me feel at home. That knock at MCG was meant to be, but when I come here, it's like I'm meant to come to Adelaide and enjoy my batting," he said.

Spanish tennis great Santana dies aged 83

Spanish tennis great Santana dies aged 83

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Coming from a humble family at a time when tennis was considered a sport only for the upper classes in Spain, Santana became a stalwart of the country's Davis Cup team, amassing a 69-17 win-loss record in singles between 1958 and 1973. He also won the tournament at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico, where tennis was a demonstration event.