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Should just shut up and play: Medvedev

Should just shut up and play: Medvedev

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Daniil Medvedev said his on-court outbursts at Indian Wells were a distraction to even himself and he should just focus on playing.

GCL: A day of upsets as Carlsen suffers shock defeat

GCL: A day of upsets as Carlsen suffers shock defeat

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The team of Chingari Gulf Titans stunned Mumba Masters by 12:3, while SG Alpine Warriors were upstaged by Triveni Continental Kings

Russian Missiles Deprive Kyiv Of Water

Russian Missiles Deprive Kyiv Of Water

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Russia has increased its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as winter looms.

Champions League PIX: City top group; Barca, Dortmund in last 16

Champions League PIX: City top group; Barca, Dortmund in last 16

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

IMAGES from the Champions League matches played on Tuesday.

FIH Pro League Hockey: India lose to Belgium

FIH Pro League Hockey: India lose to Belgium

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

Alexander Hendrickx struck a brace as Belgium notched up a thrilling 3-2 victory over India in the second match of the two-leg FIH Pro Hockey League tournament in Antwerp on Sunday.

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters open campaign with win

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters open campaign with win

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The inaugural edition of the Global Chess League, which aims to revolutionize chess, got underway in Dubai, with the first two matches taking place on Friday.

Foreigners Fighting For Ukraine

Foreigners Fighting For Ukraine

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Russian forces occupied large swathes of the Sumy region after Russian invaded Ukraine, before Ukrainian forces retook control of the area in April. Russia has since concentrated its war effort in the south and east of the country.

Ukraine: The Architecture Of War

Ukraine: The Architecture Of War

Rediff.com17 May 2022

As Russia's war to control eastern Ukraine intensifies, Ukrainians discover the devastation Vladimir Putin's soldiers have left behind.

When Your Home Is Destroyed...

When Your Home Is Destroyed...

Rediff.com14 May 2022

Local residents Ludmila Grunicheva and her husband Volodymyr sob near their destroyed home in Komyshuvakha.

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

ISSF Worlds: Sheoran secures India's fifth Olympic quota

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

India's Akhil Sheoran secured the country's fifth Paris Olympics quota in shooting after winning the bronze medal in men's rifle 3-position competition at the ISSF World Championships in Baku on Sunday.

Brady returns with win; Tiafoe advances

Brady returns with win; Tiafoe advances

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Brady was sidelined by knee and foot injuries since the summer of 2021

EPL PIX: Late Liverpool goal denies Arsenal victory

EPL PIX: Late Liverpool goal denies Arsenal victory

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League

EPL PIX: Liverpool edge Forest; Everton draw at Palace

EPL PIX: Liverpool edge Forest; Everton draw at Palace

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah were on target as Liverpool edged Premier League strugglers Nottingham Forest 3-2.

Newcastle back in Champions League

Newcastle back in Champions League

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Qualifying Newcastle United for the Champions League was not even in Eddie Howe's thoughts at the start of the season

Meghalaya: BJP wants both its MLAs in Conrad Sangma's new cabinet

Meghalaya: BJP wants both its MLAs in Conrad Sangma's new cabinet

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Conrad Sangma will take the oath of office as the chief minister of Meghalaya for a consecutive second term on March 7.

French Open PIX: Spirited Swiatek sets up Muchova final

French Open PIX: Spirited Swiatek sets up Muchova final

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Defending champion Iga Swiatek made it to her third final in four years at Roland Garros.

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday night.

Zverev undergoes surgery on torn ligaments in ankle

Zverev undergoes surgery on torn ligaments in ankle

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Zverev was trailing 7-6(8), 6-6 against Nadal when he rolled his ankle and he screamed out in agony. The 25-year-old was fighting for his first Grand Slam title and would have taken over as world number one had he succeeded in his quest.

Messi magic too much for Aus as Argentina enter WC quarters

Messi magic too much for Aus as Argentina enter WC quarters

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Julian Alvarez bagged Argentina's second from close range in the 57th minute after fatal hesitation from Ryan with the ball at his feet following a backpass.

EPL PIX: Ten-man Liverpool script comeback win; Brighton go top

EPL PIX: Ten-man Liverpool script comeback win; Brighton go top

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Patralekhaa's Pets Attend Her Wedding

Patralekhaa's Pets Attend Her Wedding

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

What Patralekhaa's pet Gaga wore to her wedding.

Zverev downs Medvedev to win second ATP Finals crown

Zverev downs Medvedev to win second ATP Finals crown

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Germany's Alexander Zverev beat Russian world number two and defending champion Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-4 in the summit clash of the ATP Finals on Sunday to win the title for the second time in his career.

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The communities north of Kyiv were square in the path of Russia's devastating but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to seize the Ukrainian capital.

Meet the top five women's contenders at Wimbledon

Meet the top five women's contenders at Wimbledon

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The five top contenders for the women's title at Wimbledon, which starts on Monday.

The Wages Of Putin's War

The Wages Of Putin's War

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

How Ukrainians are coping with the ruthless daily Russian bombing and shelling.

When The Russians Killed A Dancer

When The Russians Killed A Dancer

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Colleagues and friends attend a funeral ceremony for Ukrainian soldier and ballet dancer Vadym Khlupianets, who was recently killed by Russian troops, at the National Academic Operetta's Theatre in Kyiv.

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Food in India has fled the confines of the kitchen and become a national adventure... Food shows, now even on news channels, have transformed restaurateurs from humble khansamas to courted celebrities.

When and where to watch Commonwealth Games 2022

When and where to watch Commonwealth Games 2022

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The CWG 2022 opening ceremony will take place on July 28 at the Alexander Stadium from 11:30 PM IST.

PIX: Liverpool sink Manchester City for Community Shield

PIX: Liverpool sink Manchester City for Community Shield

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Liverpool's new striker Darwin Nunez scored a late goal on his debut as they drew first blood in this season's rivalry with Manchester City after a 3-1 win in Saturday's Community Shield.

Foreigners Who Fought For Ukraine

Foreigners Who Fought For Ukraine

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Foreign nationals, who were captured by pro-Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine, were produced at a court hearing in Russian-controlled Donetsk, Ukraine, August 15, 2022.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties to move into semis

Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties to move into semis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup quarter-final played between Argentina and The Netherlands on Friday.

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Over 20,000 Russian fighters killed since Dec 2022: US

Rediff.com2 May 2023

More than 20,000 Russian soldiers were killed and over 100,000 were wounded since December 2022, White House official John Kirby said, according to CNN.

Death and Destruction Stalk Ukraine

Death and Destruction Stalk Ukraine

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The latest scenes from Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

Germany to stick with Flick despite World Cup flop

Germany to stick with Flick despite World Cup flop

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Germany coach Hansi Flick will remain in his position despite his side's dismal performance at the World Cup.

Wawrinka upsets top seed Medvedev at Metz

Wawrinka upsets top seed Medvedev at Metz

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Stan Wawrinka pulled off a stunning upset on Thursday, beating top-seeded Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-7 (7), 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals of the Moselle Open in Metz, France.

The Many Faces of War in Ukraine

The Many Faces of War in Ukraine

Rediff.com26 May 2022

The Ukrainian military continues to collect the bodies of Russian troops killed in battle zones outside of Kharkiv for identification and the eventuality of possible repatriation.

Rune shock for former champion Zverev in Munich

Rune shock for former champion Zverev in Munich

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

The 18-year-old Rune broke world number three Zverev four times in a flawless performance for his first win over a player in the ATP top-10

Zverev expelled from Acapulco for hitting umpire's chair

Zverev expelled from Acapulco for hitting umpire's chair

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

After shaking hands with the opponents, the 24-year-old Zverev, ranked third in singles, approached the umpire's chair and hit it repeatedly before heading towards his courtside seat, upset over a line call during the match earlier.

Ukrainians, Russians Play Cat And Mouse

Ukrainians, Russians Play Cat And Mouse

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Russian forces had occupied Ruski Tyshky for two months before being pushed back by Ukrainian troops three weeks ago.