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Shubhankar Sharma exits from Augusta Masters

Shubhankar Sharma exits from Augusta Masters

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

Shubhankar Sharma exited at the halfway stage of his maiden Masters, but insists he has learnt enough to come back and make a mark in the future. Playing way better than the first day, Sharma did a good job despite the strong breeze that made things difficult on Friday at the Augusta National Golf Club.

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Army deployed in Assam; stones pelted at CM's home

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

A day after total shutdown in Assam to protest against the CAB, fresh protests erupted in the state and neighbouring Tripura and other parts of the nation.

Dhoni sole Indian on Forbes' most valuable athlete brand list

Dhoni sole Indian on Forbes' most valuable athlete brand list

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the sole Indian sportsman to figure on Forbes' list of the world's most valuable athlete brands, a list that has been topped by American basketball player LeBron James and includes golfer Tiger Woods and tennis stars Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Kerala turns into war zone after women's entry into Sabarimala

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Kerala Union of Working Journalists decided to boycott the press meets called by the BJP after saffron party workers attacked mediapersons.

Hillary resumes campaign trail after illness

Hillary resumes campaign trail after illness

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Clinton fell ill on Sunday during a 9/11 memorial ceremony in New York where she was seen stumbling limp-legged into her vehicle. She was later detected with pneumonia.

Air India makes history, lands in Israel using Saudi airspace

Air India makes history, lands in Israel using Saudi airspace

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

The flight will operate every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. While the inaugural flight AI 139 left at 6 pm (Indian time) on Thursday, the scheduled departure will be 4.50 pm (Indian time) from March 25 when the summer schedule comes into operation.

Report Card: How India fared in MCG Test

Report Card: How India fared in MCG Test

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

Harish Kotian evaluates Indian performances in the third Test.

EPL PIX: Champions Man City fight back for draw at Wolves

EPL PIX: Champions Man City fight back for draw at Wolves

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

Manchester City had to battle back from behind to earn a 1-1 draw against Premier League newcomers Wolverhampton Wanderers who gave the champions a real test at Molineux on Saturday.

Infamous 'Hand of God' ref reunites with Maradona after 29 years

Infamous 'Hand of God' ref reunites with Maradona after 29 years

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

The pair exchange gifts for the cameras when they met in Tunis on Monday with Bennaceur handing the former Argentina skipper a framed photo of himself, Maradona and Shilton, who captained England, before the match at the Azteca Stadium.

Here's a weapon better than pellet guns

Here's a weapon better than pellet guns

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

'Crap cannons' can be an effective mob-control weapon.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

PHOTOS: Brazil down Argentina; Belgium held by Netherlands

PHOTOS: Brazil down Argentina; Belgium held by Netherlands

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

A stoppage-time goal from Miranda gave Brazil a 1-0 win over South American rivals Argentina in a foul-strewn friendly, while Netherlands secured a 1-1 draw at neighbours Belgium.

Southampton Test: Anderson and Broad leave India in trouble

Southampton Test: Anderson and Broad leave India in trouble

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

James Anderson and Stuart Broad each took three wickets to leave India in trouble on 323 for eight, 246 runs adrift of England, after the third day of the third Test on Tuesday.

Serie A: Juve continue title charge by easily beating Milan

Serie A: Juve continue title charge by easily beating Milan

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Juventus continued their charge towards a fourth successive Serie A title as they predictably swept aside AC Milan 3-1 on Saturday to complete a league double over their old rivals.

10 GREATEST World Cup matches

10 GREATEST World Cup matches

Rediff.com27 May 2019

As the teams gear up for the 2019 World Cup to be held in the UK across 11 venues, here is a look at the 10 greatest matches in the history of the mega-event.

India's 500 ODI wins!

India's 500 ODI wins!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

India registered its 500th win in One Day Internationals when it beat Australia in the second ODI at Nagpur on March 5, 2019.

Reliance Retail will emerge as major growth engine: Ambani

Reliance Retail will emerge as major growth engine: Ambani

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

The company had reported a turnover of Rs 10,800 crore (Rs 108 billion) in the previous financial year.

Rivalries, rankings and Olympics offer Women's PGA subplots

Rivalries, rankings and Olympics offer Women's PGA subplots

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Winning a major is its own reward, but rivalries, rankings and next year's Rio Olympics were also on the mind of contenders at the Women's PGA Championship.

Does Swamy think of himself as Kautilya reborn?

Does Swamy think of himself as Kautilya reborn?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Trying to guess Subramanian Swamy's motives or next step has been a rather difficult exercise for decades, says Archis Mohan

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

'When a player is so confident, even though I was not too keen, I thought, 'let him bowl another over'. They say, some things just happen for you and this happened with us'

PIX: Champions Chelsea bid farewell to captain Terry

PIX: Champions Chelsea bid farewell to captain Terry

Rediff.com21 May 2017

Stamford Bridge erupted in celebration on Sunday as departing Chelsea captain John Terry lifted the Premier League trophy in Antonio Conte's record-breaking first season in charge, but the carnival atmosphere had a bitter-sweet edge.

'Captain America' Reed swaps cap for Green Jacket

'Captain America' Reed swaps cap for Green Jacket

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Patrick Reed fought off furious back-nine challenges from Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler to record a one-shot victory at the US Masters on Sunday, trading in his 'Captain America' cap for a Green Jacket.

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Steve Waugh on Friday hit back at Shane Warne after the legendary spinner reignited a long-running feud between the two by calling the former Australia captain a selfish cricketer.

Philander bowls South Africa to record win against Australia

Philander bowls South Africa to record win against Australia

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Pacer Vernon Philander claimed six for 21 as South Africa thrashed Australia by a huge margin of 492 runs to claim the four-match series 3-1, in Johannesburg, on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Liverpool rout Arsenal; Palace shock United

PHOTOS: Liverpool rout Arsenal; Palace shock United

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

Liverpool made it three wins out of three as Mohamed Salah scored twice in a convincing 3-1 victory over Arsenal on Saturday to take control at the top of the Premier League.

Nepal to remain secular, proposal for a Hindu nation rejected

Nepal to remain secular, proposal for a Hindu nation rejected

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Nepal's constituent assembly on Monday rejected calls to remove the key term secularism from the new constitution and revert the Himalayan nation to a Hindu state, triggering protests by Hindu activists.

Priyanka Chopra loves being bad!

Priyanka Chopra loves being bad!

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Vistara's first aircraft lands in Delhi

Vistara's first aircraft lands in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

The first Airbus A-320 aircraft of Tata-SIA joint venture Vistara airline, painted with its logo and livery, landed at the IGI Airport in New Delhi on Wednesday, taking the carrier a step closer to its launch.

Champions League: Barca down United at Old Trafford; Ajax hold Juve

Champions League: Barca down United at Old Trafford; Ajax hold Juve

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Images from the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg matches played on Wednesday

30 dead as Dera followers run riot in Haryana, Punjab

30 dead as Dera followers run riot in Haryana, Punjab

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Dera Sacha Sauda followers went on a rampage setting fire to vehicles, buildings and railway stations following the conviction of their head -- Gurmeet Ram Rahim -- in a rape case.

Football Extras: Ronaldo secures Italian Super Cup; Chelsea agree Higuain loan

Football Extras: Ronaldo secures Italian Super Cup; Chelsea agree Higuain loan

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

AAP to Delhi cops: Why no FIR against BJP leaders?

AAP to Delhi cops: Why no FIR against BJP leaders?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday slammed the Delhi Police for not registering FIR against BJP leaders and workers after the violent clash between the workers of the two political parties.

We must not forget the Battle of Saragarhi

We must not forget the Battle of Saragarhi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

September 12 marked the 122th anniversary of one of the most incredible battles in Indian history.

Football Briefs: Juventus maintain perfect start; Lyon beat Marseille

Football Briefs: Juventus maintain perfect start; Lyon beat Marseille

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Gandhi, Bombay, Jalandhar in Pak's election

Gandhi, Bombay, Jalandhar in Pak's election

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

The Pakistani election on July 25 has a strong Indian flavour and connection, says Vivek Shukla.

Pak terror havens : Iran's had enough!

Pak terror havens : Iran's had enough!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

In the Middle East, which is already coping with the Qatar-Saudi Arabia tensions, comes another pressure point.

Why are India's babus so unprofessional?

Why are India's babus so unprofessional?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

The 2G judgment suggests many bureaucrats have poor application, inadequate interest and are unwilling to be active participants in the policy process, says Babu Jacob.

Group of JNU teachers' release report, say Afzal event could have been avoided

Group of JNU teachers' release report, say Afzal event could have been avoided

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

A group of 10 JNU teachers has released a 400-page document prepared last year detailing past controversial events on the campus.

McCullum's ODI career ends on high after NZ claim series win over Australia

McCullum's ODI career ends on high after NZ claim series win over Australia

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum ended his One-Day International career with a series victory over Australia on Monday with his side sealing a 55-run win in the deciding third match at Seddon Park in Hamilton.

Two killed, 12 injured in PIA staff, police standoff in Karachi

Two killed, 12 injured in PIA staff, police standoff in Karachi

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

The clashes led to the disruption and then suspension of many domestic and international flights around the country's main airports.