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How can I keep my wife happy?

How can I keep my wife happy?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

Rediff's Love Guru has answers to all your relationship problems.

Bringing relief to India, one vaccine at a time

Bringing relief to India, one vaccine at a time

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

In a first of a special series on second generation Indian Americans giving back to India, we begin with Meghana Sreevatsava's story.

All-Stars PHOTOS: 'Celebrating cricket' as legends turn back the clock

All-Stars PHOTOS: 'Celebrating cricket' as legends turn back the clock

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

"The whole idea of Cricket All Stars is that, to try to get as many nations together to celebrate this'

'To captain India in the World Cup would be the biggest achievement of my life'

'To captain India in the World Cup would be the biggest achievement of my life'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

'Responsibility makes me better player, better person, makes my understand the game much more. I think I would be able to execute the plans with much more conviction than the time I started off with Test captaincy'

When India almost won a series in Australia

When India almost won a series in Australia

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

The Aussie series of 1985-1986 will remain a missed opportunity for Indian cricket. But it is least talked about despite all the high points in the series.

India-Bangladesh 2nd ODI: A match for the record books!

India-Bangladesh 2nd ODI: A match for the record books!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed bagged five wickets for 28 runs on debut as India were dismissed in 25.3 overs in the second ODI in Mirpur. But the pace combination of Stuart Binny (6-4) and Mohit Sharma (4-22) saved India from humiliation by bundling out the hosts for just 58 in 17.4 overs. Following the Rajneesh Gupta presents some interesting statistics.

The fight against superstition gathers momentum

The fight against superstition gathers momentum

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

Though the list of superstitious beliefs is long, often dissolving distinctions of class, caste, religion and education, Karnataka's anti-superstition bill is seen as a big step ahead.

PHOTOS: Tendulkar is back in the nets after 2 years

PHOTOS: Tendulkar is back in the nets after 2 years

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

The batting icon has been busy practising for the last 10 days to get in shape for his brainchild the All Stars Cricket League, to be played in the US next month.

'Steyn deserves to be mentioned with reverence among greats'

'Steyn deserves to be mentioned with reverence among greats'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

Former Australian tear-away pacer Rodney Hogg, says why India don't have a chance to retain the World Cup.

6 reasons why this Tiger is suffering...

6 reasons why this Tiger is suffering...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Whether Tiger Woods is suffering from the chipping 'yips' or several mental game, experts agree that the former World No 1 is paying a steep price for it.

In-form Kohli records best showing by a visiting No. 4 in Australia!

In-form Kohli records best showing by a visiting No. 4 in Australia!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Virat Kohli's tally is the highest by a visiting No. 4 player in a Test series in Australia, surpassing the 480 in seven innings by Sachin Tendulkar in 2007-08.

Tons on captaincy debut: Kohli, Smith do a first in same series!

Tons on captaincy debut: Kohli, Smith do a first in same series!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

How rare is it for two players to score hundreds on captaincy debut in the same series? Virat Kohli got two when he led India in the first Test against Australia in Adelaide. Now, Steven Smith got one in his first Test as captain in the ongoing second Test at Brisbane.

The game must go on but...

The game must go on but...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

Trying to focus everyone's attention on playing a game of cricket when one of their best mates has passed away will be almost impossible.

Without me, would Virat go wild with the bat?

Without me, would Virat go wild with the bat?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

'My type exists in heaps -- millions really -- cheering, cussing and calculating from the comforts of our living room as if the television screen can magically convey our woe or wisdom to the player.' 'Except without our frantic cheering, irrational logic and infectious gusto, the sport would have half its appeal.' Sukanya Verma on what it is like to be the Indian Cricket Fan.

'Kohli never hesitates to play his shots against any bowler and in any situation'

'Kohli never hesitates to play his shots against any bowler and in any situation'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

'It shows his confidence in his own ability,' Geoff Boycott tells Haresh Pandya.

PHOTOS: Asensio magic rescues Real, Liverpool thrash Arsenal

PHOTOS: Asensio magic rescues Real, Liverpool thrash Arsenal

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

A summary of the results of the major European football league matches on the weekend.

Just one memorable World Cup... and little else!

Just one memorable World Cup... and little else!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

Five players who excelled at the World Cup, but did little of note otherwise.These players were so impressive in a particular World Cup, but did so little otherwise.

New whine from old aunts

New whine from old aunts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being accused of wrong things. His main problem is his view of himself, says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan

EPL: Liverpool thump toothless Spurs, Arsenal held by Leicester

EPL: Liverpool thump toothless Spurs, Arsenal held by Leicester

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

Liverpool produce an irresistible performance to dismantle a toothless Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 and Arsenal were held 1-1 by Leicester City in the Premier League on Sunday.

Stats: Smith and Dhoni's mind-blowing numbers

Stats: Smith and Dhoni's mind-blowing numbers

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Statistical highlights from the day's play

Ishant incident: Why didn't Kohli play mediator?

Ishant incident: Why didn't Kohli play mediator?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

'No, you don't require tantrums, or beating a tattoo on the helmet or rude and hostile gestures to make a point.' 'A true fast bowler lets the ball do the talking as it crashes into the stumps,' says veteran sports commentator Kishore Bhimani.

Ireland have scripted most upsets at the World Cup!

Ireland have scripted most upsets at the World Cup!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Statistical highlights on associate member countries defeating Test-playing nations at the 50-over World Cup after Ireland beat West Indies by four wickets in the Pool B match at Nelson, New Zealand on Monday.

Football Briefs: French clubs face disciplinary action over Europa League violence

Football Briefs: French clubs face disciplinary action over Europa League violence

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

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

Remembering Charles Correa and his 'breathing' buildings

Remembering Charles Correa and his 'breathing' buildings

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

India's foremost architect and town planner was renowned as much for his 'breathing' spaces as for his irascible personality

5 memorable Indian wins against England at home

5 memorable Indian wins against England at home

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Starring Mankad, Bedi, Siva, Azhar and Sachin.

Why Australia are most-deserving World champions

Why Australia are most-deserving World champions

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

- 'Always strong at the psychological game, the Aussies put the pressure on the opponents, knew how to handle the pressure themselves and exploited virtually every situation to their advantage' - 'They are firmly and categorically told never to allow success to go to their heads. You don't find Australian cricketers getting even a little complacent'

The King of Speed joins the 400 Club

The King of Speed joins the 400 Club

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

80 Tests and 16,634 deliveries -- the least by any bowler in the 400 Test wicket Club -- took him to the cherished landmark.

10 secret experiences about Goa no one will tell you

10 secret experiences about Goa no one will tell you

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

You won't regret including this list in your itinerary.

Which Indian has the best average in the 4th innings?

Which Indian has the best average in the 4th innings?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the numbers from the first Test in Rajkot.

2015 Rewind: Kohli leads new dawn of Indian cricket

2015 Rewind: Kohli leads new dawn of Indian cricket

Rediff.com26 Dec 2015

Indian cricket's fortunes ebbed and flowed in 2015 with Virat Kohli successfully leading the national side in Tests and Mahendra Singh Dhoni appearing to be losing his midas touch, while in off the field drama Shashank Manohar returned as the president of Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Guess who India's real cricketing star is!

Guess who India's real cricketing star is!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

No one even comes close to the impact Anil Kumble has had on Indian cricket, when it comes to winning matches and series, say Aakash Chopra and Impact Index.

Celebrating 500th Test: India's most memorable wins at home

Celebrating 500th Test: India's most memorable wins at home

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

As India gets set to play its 500th Test, Rajneesh Gupta presents India's memorable Test victories at home.

6% rise in number of Indian students in the US this year

6% rise in number of Indian students in the US this year

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

With fresh enrollments crossing 100,000 mark, the total number of Indian students studying in the US reported a sharp increase this year.

Six GREAT comebacks in Test cricket

Six GREAT comebacks in Test cricket

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Sri Lanka's victory in the first Test at Galle will rank among the greatest comebacks of all time.

From Amarnath to Dhoni: How India fared against Australia over the years!

From Amarnath to Dhoni: How India fared against Australia over the years!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

India's rivalry with Australia dates back to 1947-48 when Lala Amarnath's team travelled to take on the hosts, who were captained by batting great Don Bradman. The visitors were beaten 4-0 in the five-match series. A statistical analysis of the Test record between the two teams.

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