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Love, tears, upsets: Badminton had it all at Paris Olympics

Love, tears, upsets: Badminton had it all at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

From China's world number one Shi Yuqi's surprising loss to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn, to Malaysia's women's doubles team's brave bid for a medal, badminton at the Paris Olympics was characterised by upsets, plucky underdogs and, ultimately, reminders that some top seeds are there for a reason.

Fallujah '03-04 replay in Pak Pashtun belt

Fallujah '03-04 replay in Pak Pashtun belt

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

The tribals, many of whose children, particularly girls, were killed during the raid, have hit back with ferocious vengeance at the Pakistan Army, paramilitary forces and the police deployed in the Pashtun belt as well as outside.

Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight dropped 178 ft in 4.6 secs

Turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight dropped 178 ft in 4.6 secs

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Investigators found that the aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER, was flying at its cruise altitude of 37,000 ft south of Myanmar and near an area of developing storms in the afternoon when turbulence started to cause fluctuations between +0.44g and +1.57g for 19 seconds.

Constant vigil needed for Indian coastal belts: An

Constant vigil needed for Indian coastal belts: An

Rediff.com30 Apr 2007

The threat posed by maritime terrorism and infiltration along the vast stretches of the coastal belt was a matter of grave concern, with India having sensitive installations in close proximity to the sea.

Festive Hires: 1 Million Gig Workers, 250,000 Contractual Workers

Festive Hires: 1 Million Gig Workers, 250,000 Contractual Workers

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Companies like Flipkart, Amazon and Meesho as well as quick commerce ones like Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart may create hundreds of thousands of seasonal jobs for the coming festival season.

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Introducing Vance, a junior United States senator from Ohio, to their fellow Americans, Usha described the love and affection of her husband.

'Nothing Can Keep Akshay Down'

'Nothing Can Keep Akshay Down'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Mohanlal and Akshay are two actors who trust me implicitly.'

Ahead of Paris Games, Lovlina bags silver at Czech Grand Prix

Ahead of Paris Games, Lovlina bags silver at Czech Grand Prix

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The tournament, being hosted under the aegis of World Boxing, featured four boxers in the women's 75kg category -- Borgohain, Cindy Ngamba of the Refugee Boxing Team, Qian and England's Chantal Reid -- and held in a round robin format.

Will I lose weight with a sauna belt?

Will I lose weight with a sauna belt?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2006

Fitness consultant Samreedhi Sharma Goel says there is no quick way to losing weight.

Sixes galore in Bridgetown; Russell matches Bravo record

Sixes galore in Bridgetown; Russell matches Bravo record

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

On a batting-friendly surface, West Indies produced a clinical bowling spell to restrict the USA to 128.

Wearing seat belt could have saved Munde: Health Minister Harsh Vardhan

Wearing seat belt could have saved Munde: Health Minister Harsh Vardhan

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Wearing a seat belt could have saved Rural Development Minister Gopinath Munde, who died in a road accident, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said on Wednesday and announced a major campaign to spread awareness on observing safety measures while driving.

Security forces, terrorists clash twice during search op in Doda

Security forces, terrorists clash twice during search op in Doda

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Security forces and terrorists exchanged fire twice briefly within a span of four hours in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, officials said on Wednesday.

Djokovic claims Olympic gold, calls it career peak

Djokovic claims Olympic gold, calls it career peak

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Djokovic described beating Carlos Alcaraz to claim the Olympic singles gold medal at the fifth attempt as the biggest achievement of his career on Sunday.

Isn't Kriti Simply Flawless?

Isn't Kriti Simply Flawless?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The 'love' of Pulkit Samrat's world, Kriti Kharbanda will floor you with her beautiful wardrobe.

Why is Wayanad Quiet About Tragedy?

Why is Wayanad Quiet About Tragedy?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

There is a definite attempt to put the landslides on the backburner because news of them and climate change worry Wayanad's tourism and real estate businesses greatly. Whatever I experienced of Wayanad's 2024 by-elections; the July landslides were not a burning issue, observes Shyam G Menon.

China's iSpace rocket fails soon after launch, 3 satellites lost

China's iSpace rocket fails soon after launch, 3 satellites lost

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

A Chinese rocket start-up has suffered yet another launch failure, resulting in the loss of three satellites as part of a commercial constellation being assembled for global weather forecasting and earthquake prediction.

Robin Williams cut wrist before hanging himself with belt

Robin Williams cut wrist before hanging himself with belt

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood.

Zardari unveils reforms for Pak tribal belt

Zardari unveils reforms for Pak tribal belt

Rediff.com15 Aug 2009

Political activities will now be allowed in Pakistan's Federally Administrative Tribal Areas under a slew of reforms unveiled by President Asif Ali Zardari for the Taliban-infested tribal belt in a bid to extricate the lawless region from the grip of militants. Describing the move as a gift to the nation on Pakistan's 63rd Independence Day, Zardari said people in the seven tribal areas can now have an identity as they will be able to participate in political activities.

China's Belt and Road Initiative: What are India's options?

China's Belt and Road Initiative: What are India's options?

Rediff.com17 May 2017

'Whichever option India chooses, it should be clear to the government that the China-Pakistan nexus poses a clear and present danger to national security,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Defending champion Neeraj Chopra signed off with a silver medal in the Olympics men's Javelin Throw in Paris on Thursday. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem was a class above the field, setting a new Games record of 92.97 metres for the gold medal.

She Helps Girls Get Education

She Helps Girls Get Education

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

What are the reasons why a girl's education falls by the wayside? Why was Safeena a casualty too? Maybe because the education system doesn't give youngsters enough options? Or there are societal issues or pressures?

BJP to face strong Oppn, no dictatorship in House: Cong ahead of Parl session

BJP to face strong Oppn, no dictatorship in House: Cong ahead of Parl session

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said her "sympathies" were with the BJP as big leaders of the INDIA bloc who are known to be good speakers have made it to the House.

Peaty eyes 'three-peat' to extend rule in the pool

Peaty eyes 'three-peat' to extend rule in the pool

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Adam Peaty hopes to emulate retired American great Michael Phelps, the only swimmer to win gold in the same event at three successive Games, at the Paris Olympics.

Berlin Review: Don't Miss It!

Berlin Review: Don't Miss It!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Make time for this one, you will be in for a pleasant surprise like I was, endorses Mayur Sanap.

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Ask rediffGURU Aashish Sood your CAT related questions.

Proud of my son, says martyred Army captain's father

Proud of my son, says martyred Army captain's father

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Father of martyred Army captain Brijesh Thapa on Tuesday said he was proud of his son who was killed in action while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda.

Wearing a tight belt can give you throat cancer

Wearing a tight belt can give you throat cancer

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Wearing a belt which is too tight can increase the risk of developing throat cancer, especially in overweight people, a new study has warned.

Despite WC failures, Suryakumar continues to reign in T20Is

Despite WC failures, Suryakumar continues to reign in T20Is

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Afghanistan's opener, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, rose a career-high 12th spot -- Gurbaz is the leading run-getter in the ongoing T20 World Cup, with 156 runs from two innings under his belt.

Annapurna Devi succeeds Smriti Irani as women and child development minister

Annapurna Devi succeeds Smriti Irani as women and child development minister

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

With challenges such as raising the legal age of marriage for women, combating malnutrition among women and children, and addressing women's safety issues, the new ministers face a formidable agenda.

DC Vs KKR: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

DC Vs KKR: Who Took Best Catch? VOTE!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

While a few catches were put down by both teams, there were some that stuck.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Nothing can beat Kohli's experience: Rohit

Nothing can beat Kohli's experience: Rohit

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'I don't want to rely on one or two individuals to win us the game.'

Wimbledon PIX: Sinner, Alcaraz advance; Ruud shocked

Wimbledon PIX: Sinner, Alcaraz advance; Ruud shocked

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 3 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Wednesday.

Coffees, gaming, singing Fijians: Inside the Paris Olympic Village

Coffees, gaming, singing Fijians: Inside the Paris Olympic Village

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Thousands of athletes and staff roamed the Olympic village freely, mingling at cafes and swapping souvenir pins.

Anantnag encounter: Civilian dead, toll rises to 3; search ops intensify

Anantnag encounter: Civilian dead, toll rises to 3; search ops intensify

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Security forces on Sunday intensified their operation to flush out terrorists from the forest area of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on the second day of encounter that has left two soldiers and a civilian dead.

Tim David adds leg spin to arsenal for Australia in T20 WC

Tim David adds leg spin to arsenal for Australia in T20 WC

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Australia's Tim David working 'hard' on leg-spin, looking to find his 'own method'

Is Maharashtra A Lost Cause For Modi?

Is Maharashtra A Lost Cause For Modi?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'There are legions of unemployed degree holders across rural and semi-urban belts in Maharashtra. Now, they aren't finding brides.' 'This issue has now snowballed into a social crisis. In 2014 and 2019, they had voted for the BJP.'

Yuvraj belts six sixes in an over

Yuvraj belts six sixes in an over

Rediff.com19 Sep 2007

Yuvraj belted England fast bowler Stuart Broad for 36 runs in an over to become the first player to achieve the mark in the shortest form of cricket.

Demand of every patriotic Indian...: Rahul on Doda attack

Demand of every patriotic Indian...: Rahul on Doda attack

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

'We cannot endanger our national security by indulging in false bravado, fake narratives and high-decibel whitewashing. As a nation, we have to collectively fight the scourge of cross-border terrorism'

Modi should resign, head to Himalayas: Cong

Modi should resign, head to Himalayas: Cong

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Early trends from counting of votes on Tuesday threw up disappointing results for the BJP-led NDA in the Lok Sabha elections, which appears to be losing heavily in its strongholds of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Rajasthan although it is expected to form the government with about 290 seats.