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Assassination plot: NIA on the look out for 'Motu Doctor'

Assassination plot: NIA on the look out for 'Motu Doctor'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

The National Investigation Agency is on the look out for 'Motu Doctor' who is alleged to be involved in the plot to kill prominent Hindus leaders across the country.

The Dream Goals of Euro 2020

The Dream Goals of Euro 2020

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Lorenzo Insigne curled a quite wonderful shot beyond the reach of Belgium goal-keeper Thibaut Courtois after jinking in from the left flank.

Dipa Karmakar creates history, first Indian gymnast to qualify for Olympics

Dipa Karmakar creates history, first Indian gymnast to qualify for Olympics

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

Dipa Karmakar produced a strong show, finishing ninth in the first of the four subdivisions of the women's artistic category, at the Final Qualifier and Olympic Test Event in Rio de Janeiro.

Delhi uncertain to host Queen's Baton Relay for 2014 CWG

Delhi uncertain to host Queen's Baton Relay for 2014 CWG

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

Uncertainty loomed large over Delhi hosting the Queen's Baton Relay for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as the Indian Olympic Association has sought the deferment of the event from October 12-13 because of security issues.

Xi talks tough with Biden, says China can't be stopped; warns him over Taiwan

Xi talks tough with Biden, says China can't be stopped; warns him over Taiwan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

The highly-anticipated summit, which began early Tuesday, is the third engagement between Xi, 68, and Biden, 78, since February.

Coffee with A R Rahman

Coffee with A R Rahman

Rediff.com12 Mar 2009

Reader Nitin Khera shares his memories of the music composer when they met in Glasgow.

Mittal bags bronze as shooters continue good run

Mittal bags bronze as shooters continue good run

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

Ankur Mittal added to the Indian shooting contingent's medal rush by winning a bronze in the men's double trap event of the 21st Commonwealth Games, in Brisbane, on Wednesday.

India's top shooters target Olympic spots at World Championships

India's top shooters target Olympic spots at World Championships

Rediff.com7 Sep 2014

They may have been hitting the bulls eyes often in recent years but Indian shooters will still have their task cut out when they take to the range for the 51st World Championships starting in Granada, Spain on Monday, eyeing as many Olympic quotas as possible.

Karmakar wins women's vault bronze at Asian Championships

Karmakar wins women's vault bronze at Asian Championships

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

Ace Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar clinched the women's vault bronze medal at the 6th Senior ART Gymnastics Asian Championships in Hiroshima, on Monday.

Sindhu inches closer to Korea Super Series glory

Sindhu inches closer to Korea Super Series glory

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

P V Sindhu progressed to the final of the women's singles event at the US$600,000 Korea Open Super Series, at the SK Handball Stadium in Seoul on Saturday.

Super-chips for more lifelike computer games

Super-chips for more lifelike computer games

Rediff.com26 Dec 2007

These new chips could also boost the battery life of mobile phones and digital cameras, the scientists say.

CWG PHOTOS: 11 days of sporting endeavour begin...

CWG PHOTOS: 11 days of sporting endeavour begin...

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Glasgow welcomed a large part of the world and remembered recent tragedies as a diverse and colourful opening ceremony signalled the start of the 20th Commonwealth Games at Celtic Park on Wednesday.

Badminton Worlds: Jayaram wins; Sameer, Rituparna bow out

Badminton Worlds: Jayaram wins; Sameer, Rituparna bow out

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Indian shuttler Ajay Jayaram disposed off Netherland's Mark Caljouw in straight games to advance to the pre-quarterfinals but it was curtains for Sameer Verma and Rituparna Das at the World Championship in Glasgow.

PIX: Milan fight back to beat Celtic, Spurs reach last 32

PIX: Milan fight back to beat Celtic, Spurs reach last 32

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Seven-time European champions AC Milan hit back from two goals down against Celtic to claim a 4-2 victory that sent them into the Europa League knockout phase on Thursday as they were among 14 teams to progress in Europe's second-tier competition.

Andy Murray in 'one more push' as Britain eye final

Andy Murray in 'one more push' as Britain eye final

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Andy Murray is ready for "one more big push" this week as he tries to steer defending champions Britain into the Davis Cup final.

Medals tally: 2014 Commonwealth Games

Medals tally: 2014 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com3 Aug 2014

The medal table of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

CWG PHOTOS: Glamorous athlete of the Day!

CWG PHOTOS: Glamorous athlete of the Day!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

There would be interest in the glamorous female athletes of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

Asian Games: Boxers may not participate under Indian flag

Asian Games: Boxers may not participate under Indian flag

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

With the country's boxing administration in a shambles, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) said on Wednesday that the top pugilists may not be able to compete in the upcoming Asian Games under the national flag if the elections are not held as per schedule next month.

Dr Sabeel returns home to a quiet welcome

Dr Sabeel returns home to a quiet welcome

Rediff.com8 May 2008

The British Airways flight with Sabeel on board landed at the Bangalore airport at 0345 hours IST. The doctor, who was sporting a beard, was immediately whisked away by sleuths of the Intelligence Bureau through the VIP exit in a Santro car. Sabeel's mother Dr Zakia Ahmed was in the car with him.

Indian-origin man being probed for murder of sons

Indian-origin man being probed for murder of sons

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Ashok Kalyanjee, the father of six-year-old Paul and two-year-old Jay who were discovered in a blood-spattered car on Saturday, is in a critical condition after he suffered burn injuries while allegedly trying to set afire the vehicle. Police said they were waiting to interview Kalyanjee, 40, who is under police guard at a hospital in Glasgow.

2014 CWG: QBR goes to Qutub Minar, India leg ends

2014 CWG: QBR goes to Qutub Minar, India leg ends

Rediff.com13 Oct 2013

The Queen's Baton of the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games was showcashed at the historic Qutub Minar as the QBR's India leg ended on the second day of its stop in New Delhi on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Commonwealth Games kick-off with spectacular opening

PHOTOS: Commonwealth Games kick-off with spectacular opening

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Photos from the 20th Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.

Douglas Stuart's Shuggie Bain wins 2020 Booker, Avni Doshi misses out

Douglas Stuart's Shuggie Bain wins 2020 Booker, Avni Doshi misses out

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Dubai-based Indian-origin writer Doshi, who was shortlisted among the final six authors for her debut novel Burnt Sugar, lost out on the top prize.

Iraqi doctor charged in UK terror plot

Iraqi doctor charged in UK terror plot

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

Abdullah, 27, was the passenger of the burning explosives-laden jeep, which was allegedly driven by Indian Kafeel Ahmed into the Glasgow Airport last Saturday.

Indian athletes won't get to run with 2014 CWG Baton in Delhi

Indian athletes won't get to run with 2014 CWG Baton in Delhi

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Indian sportspersons will be deprived of a chance to hold the Queen's Baton of the 2014 Commonwealth Games and run in the relay on October 12-13 in a solemn ceremony as Indian Olympic Association on Thursday decided to make the ceremony a low-key affair due to lack of security arrangements.

Charges against Indian CWG officials dropped

Charges against Indian CWG officials dropped

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

Charges of drunken driving against Indian Olympic Association secretary-general Rajeev Mehta and sexual assault on wrestling referee Virender Malik during the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have been dropped due to lack of evidence, according to reports.

Vijender, Devendro on fire as 4 Indian boxers enter CWG finals

Vijender, Devendro on fire as 4 Indian boxers enter CWG finals

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Led by Olympic bronze medallist Vijender Singh, Indian pugilists stole the limelight on the ninth day of the competitions with four of them storming into the finals of their respective weight categories at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, on Friday.

One more medal for India after Nigerian lifter fails dope test

One more medal for India after Nigerian lifter fails dope test

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

India got one more medal in the women's 53kg weightlifting when Swati Singh was handed the bronze and Matsha Santoshi upgraded to silver after 16-year-old Nigerian gold winner Chika Amalaha tested positive for a banned substance at the Commonwealth Games, on Wednesday.

Lakshya wins Scottish Open crown

Lakshya wins Scottish Open crown

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

His 4th title this season

Saina Nehwal pulls out of Commonwealth Games

Saina Nehwal pulls out of Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

India's hopes of fetching five badminton medals at the Commonwealth Games suffered a massive jolt on Friday as ace shuttler and defending champion Saina Nehwal pulled out of the Glasgow event.

Rain delays start of India-Pak ODI

Rain delays start of India-Pak ODI

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

The umpires will carry out an inspection of the Clyedesdale Cricket Ground at 6.30 pm IST.

India's wrestlers in pursuit of gold at Asian Games

India's wrestlers in pursuit of gold at Asian Games

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

There is a quiet air of confidence at the wrestling camp being held at Sonepat to prepare India's brightest wrestling prospects for the Asian Games in Incheon.

Badminton Ranking: Sindhu remains steady at No 4, Saina, Srikanth climb up the ladder

Badminton Ranking: Sindhu remains steady at No 4, Saina, Srikanth climb up the ladder

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

Saina Nehwal, who won a bronze at the World Championship, jumped four rungs to be placed at the 12th spot, while Kidambi Srikanth also improved two positions in the latest BWF World ranking.

Guardiola hopeful of De Bruyne return in three weeks

Guardiola hopeful of De Bruyne return in three weeks

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said Kevin de Bruyne's hamstring problem is "not a big injury" and believes the midfielder could return to action in around three weeks.

Rousing reception for Indian hockey team

Rousing reception for Indian hockey team

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Returning home after winning the Commonwealth Games silver, the Indian men's hockey team received to a rousing welcome by Hockey India (HI), Indian Olympic Association (IOA), fans and friends at the Indira Gandhi International airport in New Delhi on Tuesday.

5 most embarrassing moments in India's sporting history

5 most embarrassing moments in India's sporting history

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

India is waking up to its sporting potential, but in recent times so is the nation's embarrassment when it comes to its officials. Take a look at the most recent embarrassing moments in Indian sport.

CWG PHOTOS: Vijender settles for silver as Indian boxers fail to win gold

CWG PHOTOS: Vijender settles for silver as Indian boxers fail to win gold

Rediff.com3 Aug 2014

A gold medal eluded the Indian boxers through the evening and the four pugilists in fray for the top prize, including Olympic bronze winner Vijender Singh, had to be content with a silver each at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, on Saturday.

India at CWG: Boxers assure 5 medals, Sharath-Amalraj win silver

India at CWG: Boxers assure 5 medals, Sharath-Amalraj win silver

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Led by Olympic bronze medalist Vijender Singh, Indian pugilists stole the limelight on the ninth day of the competitions with four of them assuring silver medals for India while paddlers Achanta Sharath Kamal and Anthony Amalraj bagged a silver in the men's doubles event of the 20th Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Friday.

CWG: Grapplers, Gowda propel India to 5th spot after 3 gold medals

CWG: Grapplers, Gowda propel India to 5th spot after 3 gold medals

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Olympics bronze medalist Yogeshwar Dutt and Babita Kumari breezed their way to gold medals as India's wrestlers signed off on a high, while Vikas Gowda gave India its first athletics gold of the 20th Commonwealth Games by winning the men's discuss throw event, in Glasgow.

India at CWG: Best show by Sushil-led wrestling team; shooters continue to dominate

India at CWG: Best show by Sushil-led wrestling team; shooters continue to dominate

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Two-time Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar spearheaded a sparkling show as Indian grapplers dominated the wrestling arena with three gold medals after the shooters ended their campaign on a rousing note with five more podium finishes on sixth day of competitions in the 20th Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Tuesday.