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Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius passes away

Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius passes away

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

Indian hockey legend Leslie Claudius, who was suffering from a prolonged illness, passed away at a private hospital in Kolkata on Thursday.

Exclusive! Why the BJP needs Advani more than ever

Exclusive! Why the BJP needs Advani more than ever

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

The shock treatment that Advani administered to the BJP has simply no parallel in India's modern political history, says Sudheendra Kulkarni.

Advani's pre-emptive strike to stop Modi as PM candidate

Advani's pre-emptive strike to stop Modi as PM candidate

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

L K Advani had no option but to strike now to ensure that Modi is not announced as the prime ministerial candidate under any circumstances before the general election, says Sheela Bhatt

It is official: Advani won't attend BJP national executive

It is official: Advani won't attend BJP national executive

Rediff.com8 Jun 2013

Opposed to Narendra Modi's elevation in the party, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani on Saturday stayed away from the national executive which looks set to make the Gujarat chief minister the chief of campaign committee.

Engineer hails IPL being 'envy of the world' but says Test cricket can't be...

Engineer hails IPL being 'envy of the world' but says Test cricket can't be...

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Former Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer hailed IPL being the 'envy of the world' but said Test cricket cannot be sacrificed.

85 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle songs

85 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle songs

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Take a look at the list and sing along!

Philippe Divry to drive sales for Volvo

Philippe Divry to drive sales for Volvo

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

The Volvo Group, one of the world's leading heavy-duty commercial vehicle (CV) and diesel engine makers, is engineering a fresh push in India, one of the world's biggest growth markets for commercial vehicles.

Pranab's 'At Home': BJP leaders fume at 'discourtesy'

Pranab's 'At Home': BJP leaders fume at 'discourtesy'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2012

'Discourtesy and ill-treatment' to 85-year-old senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani at President Pranab Mukherjee's 'At Home' function at the Rashtrapati Bhawan by not providing a seat for senior leaders Sushma Swaraj and Arun Jaitely is now turning out to be a major political issue.

Failing health forces Pope Benedict to quit

Failing health forces Pope Benedict to quit

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

"The pope announced that he will leave his ministry at 8:00 pm (1900 GMT) on February 28," said Vatican spokesman Federico Lombardi.

Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Final

Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Final

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra failed to defend his Diamond League champion's title

DC Vs KKR: Who Batted Best?

DC Vs KKR: Who Batted Best?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Is Sunil Narine your pick for best batter?

Para Asian Games: Sumit Antil breaks world record to win javelin gold

Para Asian Games: Sumit Antil breaks world record to win javelin gold

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Sumit Antil clinched a gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games javelin throw F64 event with a world record effort of 73.29m.

How Kohli and Rohit co-existed despite differences

How Kohli and Rohit co-existed despite differences

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, for the last decade and half, have complemented each other

Gadkari's recipe for reducing vehicle pollution

Gadkari's recipe for reducing vehicle pollution

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said the country needs 1,000 vehicle scrapping centres and 400 automated fitness test centres. Launching 'DigiELV', Gadkari said the road ministry has so far approved 85 vehicle scrapping facilities across the country. "We need 1,000 vehicle scrapping centres in the country and at least 400 automated fitness test centres," he said.

Has Buttler fallen out of love with the scoop shot?

Has Buttler fallen out of love with the scoop shot?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Jos Buttler says he has not fallen out of love with his trademark scoop shot and is merely being a little more choosy about when he plays it.

CBI can summon anyone in Bhanwari case: Rajasthan HC

CBI can summon anyone in Bhanwari case: Rajasthan HC

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

The Rajasthan high court on Monday ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation can summon all those required for questioning through a written notice in Bhanwari Devi case, and dismissed the petition filed by 85-year-old Amri Devi, regarding her summoning by the agency for interrogation.

Rebelled against Uddhav only to...: Shinde

Rebelled against Uddhav only to...: Shinde

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

"(Someone said) I have promised that I will make a Shiv Sena worker chief minister but then he himself became CM," Shinde said, taking a jibe at Uddhav Thackeray.

I've never faced a player like Alcaraz, says Djokovic

I've never faced a player like Alcaraz, says Djokovic

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Novak Djokovic described Carlos Alcaraz as like facing a blend of the big three -- himself, Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer.

God told me to step down: Pope Benedict

God told me to step down: Pope Benedict

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

During Sunday prayer in St Peter's Square, where tens of thousands of supporters turned out for Benedict XVI's ahead of his formal resignation, the Pope also assured people that he would not 'abandon' the Church.

Our hockey is dead, says Claudius

Our hockey is dead, says Claudius

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

A veteran of four consecutive Olympics, legendary Leslie Claudius, bemoaned the disastrous display of the Indian hockey team in the London Olympics where it touched its nadir and finished last, and said the national game is "dead".

Akhil Gogoi first in Assam to win election from jail

Akhil Gogoi first in Assam to win election from jail

Rediff.com3 May 2021

The founder of the newly floated Raijor Dal -- arrested in December 2019 over sedition charges - bagged 57,219 votes as an Independent, garnering support from 46.06 per cent of the electorate.

Football PIX: Argentina win; Venezuela hold Brazil

Football PIX: Argentina win; Venezuela hold Brazil

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

A stunning overhead kick by Eduard Bello helped Venezuela hold Brazil to a 1-1 draw in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Thursday.

There's No Stopping Chakravarthy!

There's No Stopping Chakravarthy!

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Bumrah, DreRus or Varun Chakravarthy: Who bowled the best spell?

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Ajinkya Rahane blasted his way to a sensational 71 from 29 balls, to power CSK to victory against KKR.

India's exports dip marginally in March; 3.11% in FY24

India's exports dip marginally in March; 3.11% in FY24

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

India's merchandise exports dipped marginally in March to $41.69 billion, and by 3.11 per cent during the last fiscal year to $437.06 billion mainly due to continued geopolitical turmoil, and depressed global trade. Imports, too, declined in March as well during the entire 2023-24. Trade deficit, or the gap between imports and exports, narrowed 17.74 per cent in March to $15.6 billion and came down 9.33 per cent to $240.17 billion in FY24.

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Over 60 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Monday in 49 constituencies in six states and two Union territories in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections, with Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir recording its highest-ever voting percentage.

China: Man goes on stabbing spree at school, 22 kids hurt

China: Man goes on stabbing spree at school, 22 kids hurt

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

The dreaded attacks on school children returned to haunt China on Friday after 22 of them were injured besides an 85-year-old woman after a 'mentally deranged' man, armed with a knife, went on a slashing spree at a primary school.

Tendulkar pays last respects to Sathya Sai Baba

Tendulkar pays last respects to Sathya Sai Baba

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

Iconic Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, a devotee of the late Sathya Sai Baba, on Monday paid his last respects to the godman who died in Puttaparthi, on Sunday.

Sarfaraz's Staggering Numbers!

Sarfaraz's Staggering Numbers!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

The wait has been a long one, but it looks like it's almost over as Sarfaraz Khan gears up for his Test debut.

Centenarian Man Kaur sets sights on winning Laureus award

Centenarian Man Kaur sets sights on winning Laureus award

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Centenarian sprinter Man Kaur, who has featured among the nominees for the prestigious 'Laureus World Best Sporting Moment of the Year 2017' Award, has sought the support of countrymen and sports enthusiasts around the world to vote for here in a global online poll.

India records 22,854 new Covid cases, highest daily tally this year

India records 22,854 new Covid cases, highest daily tally this year

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,09,38,146 which translates to a national COVID-19 recovery rate of 96.92 per cent, while the case fatality rate stands at 1.40 per cent, the data stated.

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Bhuvneshwar Kumar blew away Bengal top-order in an incredible five-wicket haul

FIFA WC: Super-sub Depay to Dutch rescue

FIFA WC: Super-sub Depay to Dutch rescue

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Van Gaal was joined at the news conference by man of the match Gakpo, who was happy to shoulder some of the creative burden caused by Depay's absence by making the most of seeing Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy coming off his line.

Mama-To-Be Serena Steals the Show at Met Gala 2023

Mama-To-Be Serena Steals the Show at Met Gala 2023

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Serena took to her Instagram account to share pictures of herself with a visible baby bump

Mueller hopes Messi record will last another 40 years

Mueller hopes Messi record will last another 40 years

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Barcelona great Lionel Messi's new mark of 86 goals in a calendar year could last another 40 years, previous record holder Gerd Mueller said on Monday.

'Slow', 'substandard' Old Trafford pitch slammed

'Slow', 'substandard' Old Trafford pitch slammed

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

'I feel sorry for the spectators who have travelled and paid hefty prices having to watch this lottery on a very substandard pitch. It's a disgrace.'

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

She was 85 and is survived by her husband, one son and three daughters.

A new Parliament in Delhi?

A new Parliament in Delhi?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

A High Powered Committee is being set up to suggest an alternative complex to house the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha amidst apprehensions over the structural stability of the building built in 1927.

Sai Baba's health improves, Puttaparthi relieved

Sai Baba's health improves, Puttaparthi relieved

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

Sathya Sai Baba's health showed signs of improvement on Thursday and doctors attending on him expressed satisfaction with his response to their treatment.