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Australian Open: Sinner beats Shelton to set up Djokovic semis

Australian Open: Sinner beats Shelton to set up Djokovic semis

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Defending champion Jannik Sinner scorched American eighth seed Ben Shelton 6-3, 6-4, 6-4 and moved into the Australian Open semi-finals.

5 Of Jaiswal's 7 Test Tons Above 150!

5 Of Jaiswal's 7 Test Tons Above 150!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Only Don Bradman (8) has had more 150-plus scores before turning 23.

An Image For The Ages: When Stokes Hugged Jadeja

An Image For The Ages: When Stokes Hugged Jadeja

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

It was a day where cricket wasn't just about the result, but about character, spirit, and moments that transcend rivalry -- a Lord's classic remembered not just for its edge-of-seat drama, but for its heart.

Gill, Siraj mock Bazball in cheeky jibes at England batters

Gill, Siraj mock Bazball in cheeky jibes at England batters

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

England's scoring rate of 2.91 runs per over during the second session was the second-slowest in a home Test in the Bazball era, only behind their 2.72 per over effort against New Zealand at Lord's in 2022.

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

'Joe Root Has Always Played With A Smile'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

'Congratulations Joe Root, magnificent.'

Headingley Test: Will weather affect result on Day 5?

Headingley Test: Will weather affect result on Day 5?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The temperatures in Leeds are expected to hover between 15 to 21C which is not ideal for batting, especially under cloudy skies and breezy conditions.

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'

England V India 2025 Will Be Talked About For Years

England V India 2025 Will Be Talked About For Years

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Across five fiercely contested Tests, more than 7,000 runs were scored, including a record-equalling 21 individual centuries. Every match stretched into a gripping fifth day. The sun shone, the stands were full, and the cricket -- emotional, enthralling, and endlessly unpredictable -- captured imaginations around the world.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Can India Breach Fortress Birmingham?

Can India Breach Fortress Birmingham?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

India are yet to win a Test in Birmingham in nearly six decades -- boasting of a dismal record of seven losses and one draw in eight attempts.

After Being Hit For 37 Runs In 3 Overs...

After Being Hit For 37 Runs In 3 Overs...

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Harshit Rana returned to take 3 big wickets and become the first Indian bowler to take 3 wickets on debut across 3 formats.

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Why 500,000 Indians Visited Vietnam

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Stunning landscapes, natural beauty, clean beaches, cultural wealth, mouth-watering food, shopping options, safety for solo travellers, warm hospitality, easy visas, and connectivity make Vietnam a must-visit destination, discovers Ramesh Menon.

PIX: Barca's young guns steal the show; Atletico held

PIX: Barca's young guns steal the show; Atletico held

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

A round-up of Sunday's matches in LaLiga, Ligue 1 and Serie A

Captain Cool Bumrah gives Indian cricket new option...

Captain Cool Bumrah gives Indian cricket new option...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Jasprit Bumrah, the new 'Smiling Assassin' of Indian cricket, has the potential to become a 'Captain Marvel' if entrusted with full-time responsibility.

Paddington 2 Review: Sweet, snuggly sequel!

Paddington 2 Review: Sweet, snuggly sequel!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

'While the kids are sure to learn a thing or two about good behaviour, it's the spirit of community living gently conveyed in scenes of Paddington's selfless involvement around his neighbourhood that make the film a lot more timely than expected from standard children's fare,' notes Sukanya Verma.

Bad light hinders England bid for victory in 2nd Test

Bad light hinders England bid for victory in 2nd Test

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

England's bid to win the second Test against New Zealand and level up the series was hindered by bad light on Monday when play was abandoned early with the hosts 42 without loss chasing an unlikely 382 for victory.

Why desis supported Trumpism

Why desis supported Trumpism

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

In this moment there has to be honest acknowledgement of how so many in our community willingly voted for another four years of Trump, based on the morally flimsiest of reasons, points out Suleman Din.

Trump@1: 5 AWKWARD moments

Trump@1: 5 AWKWARD moments

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Remember these 5 moments when you wanted to yell, scream, whoop, shout, cringe?

The Gandhi march is an astonishing sight

The Gandhi march is an astonishing sight

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

With a staff in one hand and the other on his granddaughter's shoulder, the old man briskly takes the lead as the sun breaks over the horizon.

Brawling Thai shuttler Bodin handed two-year ban

Brawling Thai shuttler Bodin handed two-year ban

Rediff.com28 Jul 2013

Bodin Issara was banned for two years by the Badminton Association of Thailand (BAT) for physical assault after his ugly on-court brawl with former doubles partner Maneepong Jongjit during the final of the Canada Open last week.

Calm Kohli, Ashwin steady shaky India on Day 2

Calm Kohli, Ashwin steady shaky India on Day 2

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

Indian batsmen, including flamboyant and in-form skipper Virat Kohli, were made to toil hard before Ravichandran Ashwin's counter-attacking 57 enabled the hosts to reach 271/6 at stumps on the second day of the third cricket Test against England on Sunday.

Gully Boy Review: You'll cry for Ranveer

Gully Boy Review: You'll cry for Ranveer

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Gully Boy is a glorious blend of hip-hop and assured filmmaking, promises Sukanya Verma.

A successful entrepreneur who has invested in 20 start-ups

A successful entrepreneur who has invested in 20 start-ups

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Reddi has so far made 10 investments in the US.

Honours even after a topsy-turvy opening day in Adelaide

Honours even after a topsy-turvy opening day in Adelaide

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

A disciplined England attack shrugged off the challenge of a bland Adelaide Oval wicket to limit Australia to 273-5 and leave the second Ashes Test delicately poised after the opening day on Thursday.

British Open: Zach attack earns Johnson victory

British Open: Zach attack earns Johnson victory

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

American Zach Johnson claimed the second major triumph of his career after winning a four-hole playoff at the end of a captivating, cliffhanger of a final round in the British Open on Monday.

England, West Indies eye the final flourish

England, West Indies eye the final flourish

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

A clash of contrasting styles, the ICC World T20 final in Kolkata on Sunday gives both England and the West Indies a chance to create history.

15 must-do road trips in India!

15 must-do road trips in India!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Here, the journey is your destination...

Review: The Jungle Book: What a fun movie!

Review: The Jungle Book: What a fun movie!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

The characters drawn for the 2016 film have an edge that wasn't present in the 1967 version. This is perhaps why The Jungle Book has been given an U/A certificate in India. For once, Pahlaj Nihalani may be right, feels Aseem Chhabra.

TOP 20 Indian Movies of the Decade

TOP 20 Indian Movies of the Decade

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Sreehari Nair presents his Top 20 movies of the decade.

Daniel Day-Lewis: The burning actor rushes to his bubble bath

Daniel Day-Lewis: The burning actor rushes to his bubble bath

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

The key to every Daniel Day-Lewis performance was a big theme and a thousand details. And in the final phase of his acting career, says Sreehari Nair, America became his big theme, and the details... well, he just popped them out like waffles.

'My GF doesn't like me talking to other girls'

'My GF doesn't like me talking to other girls'

Rediff.com21 May 2015

In a weekly chat with readers, Rediff.com's Love Guru offers relationship advice.

THIS is why Jio MAMI was totally worth it!

THIS is why Jio MAMI was totally worth it!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

In spite of the glitches and scramble, the Mumbai Film Festival shaped into an enriching experience, feels Sukanya Verma.

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

The great actor on some of his memorable roles.