News for '-defense'

India has a new chess hero!

India has a new chess hero!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Indian GM Aravindh wins Prague Masters

Punjab FC's Singamayum in makes ISL history

Punjab FC's Singamayum in makes ISL history

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Becomes ISL's youngest goal scorer as Punjab FC defeat Hyderabad FC 3-1

EPL PIX: Liverpool continue march; Newcastle thrash United

EPL PIX: Liverpool continue march; Newcastle thrash United

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Liverpool resumed their march to a second Premier League title on Sunday with a 2-1 victory over West Ham United.

BJP-AIADMK Tieup: Who Wins, Who Loses

BJP-AIADMK Tieup: Who Wins, Who Loses

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Over the medium and long term, the BJP hopes to devour the AIADMK, they having identified the party as 'ideologically not as sound as the DMK', predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

ISL: Boumous' brace keeps Odisha's playoff hopes alive

ISL: Boumous' brace keeps Odisha's playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Hugo Boumous scored a brace as Odisha FC defeated Jamshedpur FC 3-2 in the Indian Super League (ISL), keeping their playoff hopes alive.

Trump Announces F-35 Jet Deal, Billions in Military Sales To India

Trump Announces F-35 Jet Deal, Billions in Military Sales To India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India and the United States have agreed to deepen their strategic partnership in several key areas, with President Donald Trump announcing plans to provide India with F-35 fighter jets and billions of dollars in military supplies. The two leaders also discussed energy cooperation, critical technologies, connectivity, and countering terrorism. They agreed to work together on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and Trump noted India's reforms to welcome US nuclear technologies. Prime Minister Modi said the two countries can shape a better world through their cooperation. Both leaders also addressed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Modi stressing India's commitment to peace.

Haaland's silence not the only problem for Man City

Haaland's silence not the only problem for Man City

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

City's current streak, which leaves the champions seventh in the standings and 12 points off leaders Liverpool, coincides with Haaland scoring just twice

'India Will Easily Reach The Semi-Final'

'India Will Easily Reach The Semi-Final'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'India needs to score big because they will have to defend those totals without Bumrah.'

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh stay ahead

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh stay ahead

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Indian Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh Chithambaram maintained their lead in the Prague Masters chess tournament after drawing their fifth-round match.

PIX: Lyon earn dramatic draw with Man United; Spurs held

PIX: Lyon earn dramatic draw with Man United; Spurs held

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

A stoppage-time finish from Rayan Cherki earned Olympique Lyonnais a dramatic 2-2 draw with Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final.

Budget sets a comprehensive blueprint for India's economic growth

Budget sets a comprehensive blueprint for India's economic growth

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala Sitharaman has presented a forward-looking Budget, reinforcing the government's commitment to 'Reform, Perform, and Transform'.

ISL: Wasteful Mumbai City held in Hyderabad

ISL: Wasteful Mumbai City held in Hyderabad

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Aiming at the top left corner, Mumbai City FC goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa produced a timely save to keep scores level.

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

For the Thalaivas, a Super Tackle sent Arjun to the bench but the impressive start by the defenders did not last for too long.

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Where A Heroic Battle Against The Chinese Was Fought

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The Battle of Lhagyala on November 23, 1962, fought by the 4 Rajput Regiment against the Chinese PLA, remains a forgotten chapter of heroism, with no survivors left to tell their story.

Praggnanandhaa STUNS Gukesh to win Tata Steel Chess

Praggnanandhaa STUNS Gukesh to win Tata Steel Chess

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

R Praggnanandhaa outclassed world champion D Gukesh in sudden death to win Tata Steel Masters chess title.

Swiatek, Rybakina serve up bagels; Tsitsipas impresses

Swiatek, Rybakina serve up bagels; Tsitsipas impresses

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Defending champion Iga Swiatek crushed Dayana Yastremska 6-0, 6-2 and 2023 champion Elena Rybakina powered past Britain's Katie Boulter 6-0, 7-5 to reach the fourth round of Indian Wells on Sunday in displays of dominance.

Gukesh holds top seed Caruana at Tata Steel Chess

Gukesh holds top seed Caruana at Tata Steel Chess

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

World champion D Gukesh played out a draw with top seed Fabiano Caruana of the United States in the third round of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

ISL: Punjab FC hold NorthEast United; end losing streak

ISL: Punjab FC hold NorthEast United; end losing streak

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

NorthEast United and Punjab FC played out a 1-1 draw in their Indian Super League match.

Women's Pro League: India stun England in opener

Women's Pro League: India stun England in opener

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

India began their Women's Pro League campaign with a thrilling 3-2 victory over England at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium.

HIL: Team Gonasika rally to beat TN Dragons

HIL: Team Gonasika rally to beat TN Dragons

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Despite the loss, the Tamil Nadu Dragons held on to the top spot in the points table with 17 points from nine games.

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh beats Mendonca to grab sole lead

Tata Steel Chess: Gukesh beats Mendonca to grab sole lead

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

D Gukesh crashed through the defenses of compatriot Leon Luke Mendonca in the ninth round to jump into sole lead at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

ISL: Bengaluru FC down Chennaiyin to qualify for play-offs

ISL: Bengaluru FC down Chennaiyin to qualify for play-offs

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Bengaluru FC secured qualification to the play-offs and ended Chennaiyin FC's race for the top six after a 1-0 win.

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Hyderabad FC secured their first victory in nine Indian Super League matches with a thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Jamshedpur FC.

Masterful Gukesh downs Keymer

Masterful Gukesh downs Keymer

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Gukesh was in control with his white pieces giving nothing away to Keymer, one of his seconds, in a Nimzo-Indian defense game.

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

FIH Pro League: Spain beat India, avenge Olympic loss

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Spain took sweet revenge for their defeat against India in the bronze-medal match at the Paris Olympics, overcoming Harmanpreet Singh's side 3-1 in a FIH men's Pro League game.

PIX: Top seed Zverev, Ruud sent packing at Indian Wells

PIX: Top seed Zverev, Ruud sent packing at Indian Wells

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

The Dutchman collapsed on the court after converting his sixth match-point to end an absorbing three hour, seven minute affair under sunny skies on Stadium One court.

PIX: Portugal, Spain, Germany, France in Nations League semis

PIX: Portugal, Spain, Germany, France in Nations League semis

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

A round-up of Sunday's Nations League second leg quarter-final matches.

Tata Steel Chess: Praggnanandhaa outclasses Erigaisi; jumps into lead

Tata Steel Chess: Praggnanandhaa outclasses Erigaisi; jumps into lead

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured a victory over compatriot Arjun Erigaisi in the third round of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

New Indian batting coach has plans for Kohli, Rohit

New Indian batting coach has plans for Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

'That is the way this game goes, you have to be open and you have to be ready to learn.'

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'By his words, actions, and body language during their joint press appearance wanted to convey his personal respect and, more broadly, his desire to work closely with India.'

I-League: SC Bengaluru snatch a point from Rajasthan United

I-League: SC Bengaluru snatch a point from Rajasthan United

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

In the 2nd match of the day, Dempo Sports Club and Namdhari settled for a draw after a frantic final few minutes in Fatorda, Goa.

PIX: Atletico stage two-goal comeback to hold Barcelona

PIX: Atletico stage two-goal comeback to hold Barcelona

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Atletico Madrid clawed back from two goals down to rescue a last-gasp 4-4 draw at Barcelona in a rip-roaring battle in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final on Tuesday.

Arming Armed Forces: India's Choice Not Trump's

Arming Armed Forces: India's Choice Not Trump's

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

We need to equip the Indian Armed Forces, not 'commercial' as Trump wants, but 'operationally' looking at growing Chinese military capabilities, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

ISL: Mumbai City FC edge past 10-man Mohammedan SC

ISL: Mumbai City FC edge past 10-man Mohammedan SC

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Mumbai City FC held their shape and saw out the game, securing a crucial three points.

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

No Smog, No Excuses: Varun Chakravarthy Bamboozles Brook Again

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Harry Brook, the English middle-order batter, faced criticism after being dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy for the second consecutive time in the ongoing T20I series against India.

Will Trump 2.0 continue pro-India policies?

Will Trump 2.0 continue pro-India policies?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

A leading expert predicts that the incoming Trump administration will likely continue its pro-India policies, including the Indo-Pacific strategy and Quad, but highlights potential challenges such as trade disagreements, immigration issues, and a possible quid pro quo for technology sharing. The expert also notes that the Trump 2.0 administration may prioritize great power politics over strategic altruism, potentially impacting human rights and religious freedom concerns.

Ranji Trophy: Rekhade stuns Mumbai to put Vidarbha in box seat

Ranji Trophy: Rekhade stuns Mumbai to put Vidarbha in box seat

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Mumbai were steady at 113 for two at one stage but Rekhade, playing only his second First-Class match, ripped open the Ranji champions' batting line-up, first with an innocuous delivery which claimed the prized scalp of Ajinkya Rahane in the 41st over.

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Delhi FC secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Shillong Lajong in round six of the I-League 2024-25 at Mahilpur on Thursday.

OpenAI whistleblower's mother says he was 'murdered', Musk backs charge

OpenAI whistleblower's mother says he was 'murdered', Musk backs charge

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

The mother of Suchir Balaji, a 26-year-old former OpenAI researcher who was found dead after accusing the company of violating copyright laws, alleged that her son was 'murdered' and demanded an Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) probe into the matter.

India women thrash South Korea in Kho Kho World Cup opener

India women thrash South Korea in Kho Kho World Cup opener

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

By the end of Turn 2, India had eliminated a staggering 16 batches, taking the score to 94-10. India maintained the same intensity in Turn 3 also, as they added three points via the 'Dream Run'.