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Aus Open PIX: Raducanu, Murray ousted; Medvedev advances

Aus Open PIX: Raducanu, Murray ousted; Medvedev advances

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Images from Day 4 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.

McGrady leads Rockets to victory

McGrady leads Rockets to victory

Rediff.com7 Mar 2005

Tracy McGrady scored 32 points as the Rockets soared to an easy 90-69 win over the short-handed Dallas Mavericks.

'Vasundhara and Gehlot are hand in glove'

'Vasundhara and Gehlot are hand in glove'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'When the Congress attacked Modiji, Vasundharaji kept mum.' 'Why was she so tongue-tied?' 'Everybody knows why she kept quiet then.'

Ram Jethmalani: A doyen of legal profession

Ram Jethmalani: A doyen of legal profession

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

A rebel by nature, he lived the life to the fullest, donning different hats -- lawyer, parliamentarian, minister -- but was not a quintessential politician constrained by party lines.

PHOTOS: Mamata, Sourav felicitate Tendulkar after 199th Test

PHOTOS: Mamata, Sourav felicitate Tendulkar after 199th Test

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee presented one of her paintings to Sachin Tendulkar even as the Eden Gardens crowd gave the legendary batsman a standing ovation at the end of the first Test against the West Indies -- his 199th and penultimate -- in Kolkata on Friday.

Deputy CM for 4th time: The return of Ajit Pawar

Deputy CM for 4th time: The return of Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Pawar was the deputy CM twice in the 15-year regime of Congress-NCP alliance in Maharashtra during 1999-2014.

'I want to make films which show the ground reality'

'I want to make films which show the ground reality'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Director Anand Gandhi discusses his brilliant film, Ship Of Theseus.

'I was accused of being a thief'

'I was accused of being a thief'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

'I believe that two people can think alike. What happened was pure coincidence. Why would I compose an entire soundtrack and lift a tune just for the theme?' asks Amit Trivedi.

Federer survives match points to beat Monfils

Federer survives match points to beat Monfils

Rediff.com9 May 2019

World number three Roger Federer is playing his first tournament on clay for three years as he prepares for the French Open.

Bengali director Rituparno Ghosh, 49, passes away

Bengali director Rituparno Ghosh, 49, passes away

Rediff.com30 May 2013

Ghosh was reportedly suffering from pancreatitis.

Crystal gazing: What to expect from Apple on October 22

Crystal gazing: What to expect from Apple on October 22

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Fifth generation iPad, second generation iPad Mini, an upgraded MacBook Pro and souped up OS X Mavericks could be unveiled tomorrow at Apple's October 22 special event, says Vijay Satti.

Pietersen's dramatic response over Pistorius's murder verdict

Pietersen's dramatic response over Pistorius's murder verdict

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen expressed his delight after Paralympics runner Oscar Pistorius's culpable homicide conviction, for killing his model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013, was upgraded to murder.

Ferguson's best and worst signings at Manchester United

Ferguson's best and worst signings at Manchester United

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Alex Ferguson was a keen promoter of home-grown talent but his incredible collection of silverware would not have been possible without some stunning transfer coups for Manchester United. Here are some of the best and worst Ferguson signings.

'Winning an NBA title is like becoming a father for the first time'

'Winning an NBA title is like becoming a father for the first time'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

In this exclusive interview with Bikash Mohapatra, Peja Stojakovic talks about his career, his growing up years and why he prefers to watch a football game over basketball.

Ajit Pawar hitches horse to different wagon

Ajit Pawar hitches horse to different wagon

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

A tough administrator and an immensely popular face in his largely rural assembly segment Baramti in Pune district, Ajit is also a maverick leader who doesn't shy from being on a different page from his party.

Umpiring a 'strange occupation', says Kyrgios

Umpiring a 'strange occupation', says Kyrgios

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

Nick Kyrgios has had more than his fair share of run-ins with umpires over his career

And, we never thought we'd see Aamir Khan at the awards

And, we never thought we'd see Aamir Khan at the awards

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

It's not often that you sport Aamir Khan at an award's function.

NBA: Spurs edge Mavs in San Antonio to open title defense

NBA: Spurs edge Mavs in San Antonio to open title defense

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

The San Antonio Spurs raised their championship banner then elevated their game when it mattered to edge the Dallas Mavericks 101-100 in a season-opening win on Tuesday.

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Bench strength the secret behind India's dream run...

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

If the Australian summer was the stuff of dreams, the showing at home against a quality England side across formats brought about hopes of a bright future.

'Hope Ash's baby has more Aishwarya than Abhishek'

'Hope Ash's baby has more Aishwarya than Abhishek'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

IIM-Ahmedabad plans new fellowship for its students

IIM-Ahmedabad plans new fellowship for its students

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

The institute will provide financial support for those not wishing to join the corporate sector and instead pursue other interests.

BJP MLA who 'received Lalu's call' files FIR against him

BJP MLA who 'received Lalu's call' files FIR against him

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Lalan Kumar Paswan, who lodged the FIR with the vigilance department, held that the RJD chief's alleged act was tantamount to 'corruption' since, as a member of the legislative assembly, he was a 'public servant' whom Yadav had tried to entice away from 'performing the constitutional obligation of taking part in voting in the House'.

Balasaheb Thackeray: The Tiger of Maharashtra

Balasaheb Thackeray: The Tiger of Maharashtra

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

From drawing cartoons with potent messages to etching for himself a larger-than-life image on Maharashtra's political landscape, Bal Thackeray was the mascot of Marathi pride and Hindutva who aroused extreme emotions but could never be ignored.

Cook hopes time can mend relationship with Pietersen

Cook hopes time can mend relationship with Pietersen

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Retiring England batsman Alastair Cook hopes that his strained relationship with former team mate Kevin Pietersen can improve over time even though the pair have not spoken in four years.

PIX: Inside Karan Johar's birthday party!

PIX: Inside Karan Johar's birthday party!

Rediff.com26 May 2016

The talented filmmaker turned 44 on May 25!

Balotelli banned for three matches after insulting official

Balotelli banned for three matches after insulting official

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

Maverick forward Mario Balotelli was given a three-match ban on Tuesday for insulting the fourth official at the end of AC Milan's 2-2 draw at Fiorentina at the weekend.

'RBI was the worst central bank in the world in 2011'

'RBI was the worst central bank in the world in 2011'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Surjit Bhalla believes that RBI is the only central bank in the world that formed its monetary policy on the basis of the current account deficit. He also feels that the Chidambaram proposed women's bank in Budget to impress Sonia Gandhi.

AirAsia: The low-cost card may not fly in India

AirAsia: The low-cost card may not fly in India

Rediff.com16 May 2013

Unlike Malaysia where the airline did not have competition from other LCCs, its new market in India has quite a few thriving players, making it a late entrant.

NBA: Bryant silences Cuban with 38 points in Lakers' win

NBA: Bryant silences Cuban with 38 points in Lakers' win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Kobe Bryant fired back at Dallas owner Mark Cuban with 38 points as he lifted the Los Angeles Lakers past the Mavericks 103-99 on Sunday.

Final phase of Bihar elections on Saturday

Final phase of Bihar elections on Saturday

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

About 2.34 crore voters, spread across 78 assembly segments of the 243-strong assembly, will decide the fates of 1,204 candidates, including the Speaker and 12 members of the state cabinet.

Serie A: Balotelli makes news on AC Milan debut

Serie A: Balotelli makes news on AC Milan debut

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

Maverick striker Mario Balotelli flew straight into another storm as he made his AC Milan debut on Sunday, even if it was not directly of his making.

Sehwag to lead Rest in Irani Cup; Gambhir overlooked

Sehwag to lead Rest in Irani Cup; Gambhir overlooked

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Out-of-favour for One-Day Internationals, Virender Sehwag was named captain of Rest of India for the Airtel Irani Cup match against Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai, at the Wankhede stadium, from February 6 to 10. A significant development was that of out-of-form opener Gautam Gambhir not being named in any of the squads.

Dilli Gupshup

Dilli Gupshup

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

The Congress's big dilemma... What makes A K Antony shiver... N D Tiwari plots his comeback... Catch up on the latest gossip from Delhi.

Balotelli fined for smoking in train toilet

Balotelli fined for smoking in train toilet

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

AC Milan's maverick forward Mario Balotelli was caught smoking in the toilet on the train during the team's journey to Florence and will be fined, chief executive Adriano Galliani said on Sunday.

Kyrgios puts it in perspective as he eases into second round

Kyrgios puts it in perspective as he eases into second round

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

'I felt like I was very focused today. Every match I've played this year, I've been pretty good. It's probably because of everything going on'

Will Tokyo Olympics happen in 2021?

Will Tokyo Olympics happen in 2021?

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Japan's Asahi Shimbun, an official partner of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, called for the Summer Games to be cancelled in an editorial

Will the Sena survive without Balasaheb's charishma?

Will the Sena survive without Balasaheb's charishma?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

Will Uddhav Thackeray manage to hold the Shiv Sena together without his charismatic father? And what will his maverick cousin Raj do?

The secret behind Venugopal Dhoot's biggest success

The secret behind Venugopal Dhoot's biggest success

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Videocon's Venugopal Dhoot has become the most successful maverick in oil and gas business in India.

'Tiger' Thackeray no more, Maharashtra mourns

'Tiger' Thackeray no more, Maharashtra mourns

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

Shiv Sena president Balasaheb Thackeray is no more. After hours of uncertainity, the 86-year-old leader passed into ages, reports stated.

Lakers to rest Bryant ahead of season start

Lakers to rest Bryant ahead of season start

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers have shut down Kobe Bryant for the remainder of the preseason in a bid to get the ailing All Star guard fit for next week's regular season opener, the team said.