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Underdogs Latvia hold Germany

Underdogs Latvia hold Germany

Rediff.com20 Jun 2004

Nitish parries questions on exit polls predicting BJP win

Nitish parries questions on exit polls predicting BJP win

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday ducked queries about exit polls predicting wins, in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh assembly polls, for his former ally Bharatiya Janata Party which he has vowed to defeat with the help of a united opposition in the next general elections.

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Why this ISRO scientist has not visited his Manipur home for over 2 years

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Meet Indian Space Research Organisation scientist Ningthoujam Raghu Singh, who was one of the bright sparks responsible for sending Chandrayaan-3 to the moon.

Untold story of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup triumph

Untold story of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Chandana, who is now a full-time coach, remembered Ranatunga as a shrewd tactician, whose strategic acumen were way ahead of the time.

FIFA WC: Qatar no playground for playmakers

FIFA WC: Qatar no playground for playmakers

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Qatar no playground for playmakers as defenders clamp down

Have You Watched These OTT Films Yet?

Have You Watched These OTT Films Yet?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Deepa Gahlot lists some 2023 movies that you need to watch if you haven't already.

Top Performers: Raza, Curran Dazzle

Top Performers: Raza, Curran Dazzle

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Punjab Kings stand-in skipper Sam Curran and Sikandar Raza posted notable performances as the visitors clinched a thrilling win over the Lucknow Super Giants.

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

India vs Bangladesh: Another century on the cards for Rohit?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Bangladesh have beaten India three times in the last four ODIs -- twice in a bilateral series in December 2022 and then in the Asia Cup.

Asian Games: India face formidable China in football opener

Asian Games: India face formidable China in football opener

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

India were able to stitch a rag-tag final squad only on Friday and the team left for China on Sunday, leaving no time for the players to even have a training session together.

'I am forgetting that I am an actor'

'I am forgetting that I am an actor'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

'I feel more like an athlete.' 'So now, I'd like to experience the actor in me more.'

India's equestrian team misses gold by a whisker

India's equestrian team misses gold by a whisker

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Winning the country's first ever bronze medal at the Tent Pegging World Cup in South Africa was a historic feat for the Indian riders, but instead of rejoicing the podium finish, the equestrians were struggling to hold their tears.

Remembering Nitin Desai's Magic

Remembering Nitin Desai's Magic

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

We remember some of Nitin Chandrakant Desai most influential works.

Can Morocco or Croatia carry on their fairytale run?

Can Morocco or Croatia carry on their fairytale run?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

In the 21 editions of the World Cup over 92 years featuring 79 nations, there have still been only eight winners and only 13 have made it to the final. Spain were the last to join the elite group of champions in 2010 after France in 1998 and Argentina in 1978.

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Batter George Munsey believes Scotland's recent exploits mean they will be seen as a force to be reckoned with at the ICC Men's World Cup Qualifier.

Man City on cusp of European coronation, but ...

Man City on cusp of European coronation, but ...

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Now only Inter stand in the way of a treble that would match Manchester United's still unique feat of 1999.

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

The Men We Loved In 2022

The Men We Loved In 2022

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Sukanya Verma gives us her picks for the Top 10 Actors of 2022, in no particular order.

'K Vishwanathji lived for his cinema'

'K Vishwanathji lived for his cinema'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

'Everything I know about acting and direction I learnt from him.'

That's The Smile Of Joy And Triumph!

That's The Smile Of Joy And Triumph!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Morocco have been willed on by some of the most impassioned fans at the tournament who arrived at the Education City stadium with their ear-splitting volume turned up high even before kickoff.

FIFA women's WC: Japan, US score easy wins

FIFA women's WC: Japan, US score easy wins

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

A summary of Saturday's action in the FIFA women's World Cup, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand.

10 Films: Indian Cinema At Its Best

10 Films: Indian Cinema At Its Best

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Aseem Chhabra lists his favorite 2023 films -- a healthy blend of Bollywood, Hindi indies and some of the best work that is being done in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Bengali cinema.

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Katrina's Eager About Vicky's Govinda

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'She knows how hard the process was for me. I would share with her what all we would shoot.'

'Ardh Satya wasn't conceived to showcase Om's talent'

'Ardh Satya wasn't conceived to showcase Om's talent'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

'The ending Vijay Tendulkar had written was different.' 'According to him, the film ended with Anant Welankar's suicide.' 'I felt such an ending would be too nihilistic.' 'Bahut zyada defeatist ho jaata.'

FIFA World Cup: Don't write off 2018 finalists Croatia

FIFA World Cup: Don't write off 2018 finalists Croatia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

Croatia thrives on being considered underdogs and warned that the 2018 World Cup runners-up have what it takes to reach the final again.

Top performers: DC bowlers dazzle after Aman's maiden half-century

Top performers: DC bowlers dazzle after Aman's maiden half-century

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Player-of-the-Match Mohammed Shami's stunning spell went in vain as Delhi Capitals bowlers turned in stellar show to hand Gujarat Titans a 5-run loss.

WC qualifiers: Asian heavyweights wounded by underdogs

WC qualifiers: Asian heavyweights wounded by underdogs

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni was left to rue a profligate forward line as the Blue Samurai blew a chance to become the first team to qualify for the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil.

Bigg Boss OTT 2: 'The kiss was my major highlight'

Bigg Boss OTT 2: 'The kiss was my major highlight'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'I had to just hold my lips for 30 seconds. But Jad got carried away.'

'We didn't have any champagne to celebrate, so...'

'We didn't have any champagne to celebrate, so...'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'...we got it from the West Indies dressing room!'

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Badminton and cricket are two of his favourite sports. He was here with us for about an hour, Vimal Kumar said.

Rahman: The rise of the underdog

Rahman: The rise of the underdog

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

The musical genius is finally getting his dues, and all because of Slumdog Millionaire.

Poll Results, World Cup: Strange Similarities

Poll Results, World Cup: Strange Similarities

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

In Gujarat, the Congress must have felt like the Swiss in Doha. Suffering at the hands of both the BJP and the AAP, they seemed to lack a goalkeeper. In Himachal, although a victory for the Congress, the tenor was more akin to Spain versus Morocco. The underdog triumphed, points out Shyam G Menon.

Boult hopeful of creating 'big upset' against England

Boult hopeful of creating 'big upset' against England

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

Talking about carrying the momentum or starting again in the knockout stage, Boult said, 'For me, it is starting again. We are against some classy opposition coming to the business end of the tournament.'

What Argentina must do to keep Messi's dream alive

What Argentina must do to keep Messi's dream alive

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Argentina and Australia have only two full days to rest, a factor Argentine manager Lionel Scaloni called 'madness'.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

France's hopes of a winning start to their Women's World Cup campaign were thwarted by a hardworking Jamaican side in a 0-0 draw in the opening Group F clash at Sydney Football Stadium on Sunday.

FIFA WC: Croatia, Morocco dust themselves off for bronze

FIFA WC: Croatia, Morocco dust themselves off for bronze

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Croatia and Morocco will face off in Qatar for a second time after playing out a 0-0 draw in their group opener

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

More than the story of any other footballer or athlete, Pele's life helped democratise his sport; made it the stuff of a widely shared dream. Shyam G Menon salutes the memory of the greatest footballer ever.

Morocco gearing up for another 'final' against Spain

Morocco gearing up for another 'final' against Spain

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

'I will tell the players to enjoy themselves, as millions in Morocco will be watching'

Captains' Day lights up the start of T20 World Cup

Captains' Day lights up the start of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

The 16 skippers made history, coming together in Melbourne for the first time at a T20 World Cup.

Davis Cup: Sumit Nagal's epic win steals the spotlight

Davis Cup: Sumit Nagal's epic win steals the spotlight

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Nagal's court coverage and solid defence in long drawn points was the highlight of his win.

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'I hope more shows highlight the unsung heroes of our rich history.' 'As for bringing the trophy home, a man can hope, but truly I am just excited to be there.'