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Cut subsidy by $1, clinch Doha deal: Nath to US

Cut subsidy by $1, clinch Doha deal: Nath to US

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

"My offer to the US is that they should reduce their subsidy by just one dollar and we have a deal," Commerce and Industry Minister Kamal Nath said on Monday at a conference on globalisation, organised by FICCI and University of Oxford.

Passengers offloaded after man shouts bomb in plane

Passengers offloaded after man shouts bomb in plane

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The man said that another passenger on the plane told him that there was a bomb in the plane.

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

After registering a runner-up finish in the Qatar Open, Andy Murray set himself a target of registering 800 career wins.

Brazilian Samba Comes To The Desert

Brazilian Samba Comes To The Desert

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Brazil's jersey is probably the most recognised soccer shirt out there: The canary yellow with bright green trim. Brazil has worn it during all five of its record World Cup titles.

G-6 aims for Doha breakthrough by end of July

G-6 aims for Doha breakthrough by end of July

Rediff.com16 Apr 2007

The coming months will see intense negotiations between World Trade Organisation members to achieve a breakthrough in the Doha Round of world trade talks by the end of July this year.

Olympic champ Neeraj Chopra is World No 1 Javelin Thrower

Olympic champ Neeraj Chopra is World No 1 Javelin Thrower

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The 25-year-old Chopra rose to world number two on August 30 last year but was stuck behind Peters since then.

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Indian cueist Pankaj Advani rallied to win the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in Doha on Tuesday for a staggering 26th time, beating compatriot Sourav Kothari in the final.

Asian Champions League: Ronaldo wins penalty, asks ref to overturn it

Asian Champions League: Ronaldo wins penalty, asks ref to overturn it

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

In Group C, Iran's Sepahan survived a pair of red cards to defeat Air Force Club from Iraq 1-0 in Tehran and stay two points adrift of leaders Al-Ittihad from Saudi Arabia.

'They had one chance and they took it'

'They had one chance and they took it'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

It also showed that a side placed 102nd in the FIFA World Rankings can thwart a team placed 77 places above them. And India did keep the mighty Aussies out for 50 minutes before a fatal error saw the Blue Tigers punished after all the good work.

Neeraj Chopra pulls out of FBK Games

Neeraj Chopra pulls out of FBK Games

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Neeraj Chopra said he has suffered a muscle strain and was pulling out of next month's FBK Games as a precautionary measure.

Vikas Gowda wins silver at the IAAF Diamond League in Doha

Vikas Gowda wins silver at the IAAF Diamond League in Doha

Rediff.com10 May 2014

Ace discus thrower Vikas Gowda won the silver medal in the IAAF Diamond League Series in Doha, on Friday.

Long jumper Sreeshankar finishes 3rd in Diamond League

Long jumper Sreeshankar finishes 3rd in Diamond League

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Murali Sreeshankar is the only third Indian to finish in the top-three of a Diamond League after Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and former discus thrower Vikas Gowda.

Iranian Women Protest At World Cup

Iranian Women Protest At World Cup

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Many Iranian fans on Monday wore t-shirts or waved signs printed with the mantra of the uprising: 'Woman Life Freedom' in the colours of the Iranian national flag.

Why Is Sharvari So Happy?

Why Is Sharvari So Happy?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

When stars travel, they make lovely pictures on social media.

PICS: Dutch-Senegalese fans let colours run riot

PICS: Dutch-Senegalese fans let colours run riot

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Here's a glimpse of the carnival-like atmosphere in the stands...

World C'ships: Neeraj looks to add missing silverware to trophy cabinet

World C'ships: Neeraj looks to add missing silverware to trophy cabinet

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

A World Championships gold is the only medal missing in Neeraj Chopra's decorated cabinet and the superstar Indian javelin thrower will fancy his chances.

AIFF's grand plans to improve Indian football...

AIFF's grand plans to improve Indian football...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

The All India Football Federation is exploring the possibility of selecting Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) for the Indian football team.

Chopra primed to win World C'ships gold, Pakistan's Nadeem also in reckoning

Chopra primed to win World C'ships gold, Pakistan's Nadeem also in reckoning

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Neeraj has won gold medals in Olympics (Tokyo in 2021), Asian Games (2018) and Commonwealth Games (2018), besides becoming the Diamond League champion last year.

'MS Dhoni can play IPL 2024 as well'

'MS Dhoni can play IPL 2024 as well'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

'I heard that this is the last IPL of MS Dhoni but I don't think'

Bopanna-Ebden battle into US Open semi-finals

Bopanna-Ebden battle into US Open semi-finals

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India's Rohan Bopanna, partnering Australia's Matthew Ebden advanced to the semi-finals of the men's doubles at the US Open tennis tournament, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Tuesday. The sixth seeds scored a 7-6(10), 6-1 victory over the 15th seeded American combination of Nathaniel Lammons and Jackson Withrow in the quarter-finals.

Qatar probing death of migrant worker at WC

Qatar probing death of migrant worker at WC

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The Philippines' foreign ministry confirmed in a statement that one of its nationals had died while working at a resort south of the capital Doha. It said its embassy was "working with legal authorities to ascertain more details of his passing".

How To Get Sara-Ananya's Attention!

How To Get Sara-Ananya's Attention!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Sara Ali Khan and Ananya Panday take a trip to Qatar together.

LBGT people in Qatar prepare cautiously for World Cup

LBGT people in Qatar prepare cautiously for World Cup

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

Gay people living under radar in Qatar prepare warily for World Cup

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

In a huge relief, an appellate court in Qatar has commuted the death sentence of eight former Indian Navy personnel, arrested in an alleged case of espionage in August 2022.

Modi Or Manmohan? Who Travelled More?

Modi Or Manmohan? Who Travelled More?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

While Narendra Modi spent fewer days abroad than his predecessor -- 275 days versus Dr Singh's 306 - he has travelled more widely than any other Indian PM.

PIX: Murray's incredible comeback!

PIX: Murray's incredible comeback!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Andy Murray saved five match points to defeat Jiri Lehecka at the Qatar Open on Friday and reach a first ATP Tour final since June last year.

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Zurich Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Zurich Diamond League

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra was not at his best but still finished second with a final round throw of 85.71m in the men's javelin event of the Diamond League

Asian Games: Ramkumar-Saketh pair ensures medal; Nagal, Raina exit

Asian Games: Ramkumar-Saketh pair ensures medal; Nagal, Raina exit

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

India's singles tennis players will return empty-handed from the Asian Games for the first time since 2006.

Time To Establish Diplomatic Relations With Taliban

Time To Establish Diplomatic Relations With Taliban

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The Taliban government in Afghanistan is not going anywhere. That being the case, why is the hesitation to establish formal diplomatic relations with the Taliban? asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'I am relieved it is coming together well for me. A win is a win and I will take that happily.'

German Players Close Mouth In Protest

German Players Close Mouth In Protest

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Germany's players placed their hands over their mouths during a team photograph ahead of their game against Japan on Wednesday as the row over FIFA's threat of sanctions over the 'OneLove' armband continued.

Neeraj reveals India's plan to host 2027 World Athletics C'ships

Neeraj reveals India's plan to host 2027 World Athletics C'ships

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

India set to bid for 2027 World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra

Kane certain England players will adapt well

Kane certain England players will adapt well

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Kane, like most of the squad, was in Premier League action last weekend and there are only five days for Gareth Southgate to prepare his players for the opening game against Iran.

PIX: Argentina and Mexico fans' rivalry rocks Qatar

PIX: Argentina and Mexico fans' rivalry rocks Qatar

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Argentina and Mexico fans lit up the World Cup on Saturday with their vast and vociferous followings creating a thunderous atmosphere in and around Qatar's Lusail Stadium.

US Open: The top 5 men to watch out for

US Open: The top 5 men to watch out for

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

The five top contenders for the men's title at the US Open.

'Hardcourt specialist' Medvedev wins first Miami Open title

'Hardcourt specialist' Medvedev wins first Miami Open title

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Daniil Medvedev beat Italy's Jannik Sinner 7-5, 6-3 to win the Miami Open on Sunday for his fourth title of the year and 19th overall.

Asian TT Championships: Indian men's team assured of bronze

Asian TT Championships: Indian men's team assured of bronze

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

After a long time, Sharath and Sathiyan find themselves out of the top-100 in the singles rankings and would be looking to make amends in the individual events at the Asian Championships.

PICS: FIFA World Cup kicks off in glitzy opening!

PICS: FIFA World Cup kicks off in glitzy opening!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Saudi Arabia's crown prince and the presidents of Egypt, Turkey and Algeria, as well as the United Nations Secretary-General, are among leaders at the in a tent-shaped stadium ahead of the first match between the hosts and Ecuador.

Neymar, Vinicius Jr Dance Away!

Neymar, Vinicius Jr Dance Away!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

It was a carnival at the FIFA World Cup in Doha on Monday as Brazil pumped in four goals against South Korea to enter the quarters.

WTA announces new circuit plans with pay parity in top events

WTA announces new circuit plans with pay parity in top events

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

The governing body of women's tennis announced a new circuit structure on Tuesday with a "pathway to handing out equal prize money" for men and women at combined WTA 1000 and 500 events.