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Airlines junk proposal to leave middle seats vacant

Airlines junk proposal to leave middle seats vacant

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

The airlines have instead suggested compulsory personal protective equipment-like suit, gloves and mask for flyers and crew members.

Weightlifting could lose spot in Olympics: IOC

Weightlifting could lose spot in Olympics: IOC

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

An independent report last week said the IWF was plagued by decades of corruption orchestrated by autocratic former president Tamas Ajan.

Semenya loses appeal against CAS ruling over testosterone regulations

Semenya loses appeal against CAS ruling over testosterone regulations

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Double Olympic 800 metres champion Caster Semenya has lost her appeal to the Swiss Federal Tribunal (SFT) to set aside a 2019 Court of Arbitration (CAS) ruling that female athletes with high natural testosterone levels must take medication to reduce it.

CA reduce size of national umpire panel

CA reduce size of national umpire panel

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

CA's Head of Cricket Operations Peter Roach thanked the umpires and said the decision to reduce head count was a mutual one.

'Chappell's hard work played part in India's success'

'Chappell's hard work played part in India's success'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

World champions India's success is, to an extent, a result of the initiatives taken by their former coach Greg Chappell during his controversy-marred two-year stint with the team, feels outgoing Sri Lanka coach Trevor Bayliss.

Aus bans arrivals from India; offenders to face 5-yr jail term, fines

Aus bans arrivals from India; offenders to face 5-yr jail term, fines

Rediff.com1 May 2021

The temporary ban begins on Monday and applies to any travellers who have visited India within 14 days of their intended arrival date in Australia.

Documentary on Real Kashmir bags 'BAFTA Scotland' Awards

Documentary on Real Kashmir bags 'BAFTA Scotland' Awards

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

The documentary narrates the journey of former Rangers ace David Robertson as the coach of Real Kashmir FC

Olympics: Special strength-building machine for javelin throwers

Olympics: Special strength-building machine for javelin throwers

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has installed a special strength-building German machine for the use of the country's elite javelin throwers like Olympic-bound Neeraj Chopa and Shivpal Singh at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports in Patiala.

Sydney skywriting says 'STOP F1' amid coronavirus fears

Sydney skywriting says 'STOP F1' amid coronavirus fears

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Photographs of the skywriting were widely shared online but it was unclear who was responsible for them. But the Australian Grand Prix authorities were adamant that Albert Park would welcome thousands of motor sport fans from Thursday when practice sessions and qualifying commence for lower-profile touring car series.

I kept pushing myself for the love of the game: Irfan

I kept pushing myself for the love of the game: Irfan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan on Sunday said he never lost his swing, contrary to the general perception at that time, and added blaming then coach Greg Chappell for his downfall was a cover-up. Pathan, 35, announced his retirement on Saturday, saying "most players start their India career at 27-28 but I ended up playing my last game at that stage".

The only villain in Sachin's biopic

The only villain in Sachin's biopic

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Sachin: A Billion Dreams reveals how Greg Chappell's faulty tactics damaged India's chances in the 2007 World Cup.

This Portuguese supermodel calls Ranveer 'a beautiful soul'

This Portuguese supermodel calls Ranveer 'a beautiful soul'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

Victoria's Secret model Sara Sampaio graced Vogue India's cover with Ranveer Singh.

PIX: Venus crushes Rus; Ostapenko advances

PIX: Venus crushes Rus; Ostapenko advances

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

Former world number one Venus Williams produced a vintage display to outclass Netherlands' Arantxa Rus in straight sets and storm into the second round of the Yarra Valley Classic.

Zika fallout: Rio-bound British long jumper freezes sperm

Zika fallout: Rio-bound British long jumper freezes sperm

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

The Zika virus outbreak in Brazil has led Britain's Greg Rutherford to have his sperm frozen before heading out to defend his long jump title at the Rio Olympics.

'Surprised' Chappell denies Tendulkar's claims

'Surprised' Chappell denies Tendulkar's claims

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Australia Test great and former India coach Greg Chappell has denied claims that he wanted Rahul Dravid removed as captain just before the 2007 Cricket World Cup.

Fans to celebrate Ganguly's birthday in unique way

Fans to celebrate Ganguly's birthday in unique way

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

The group has more than 9000 fans from across the state and the masks have been sent out to the members in various districts like Bardhaman, Asansol, Nadia, North, South 24 Parganas. They will be sporting the masks on Wednesday.

Johnson charges to four-shot lead at Augusta Masters

Johnson charges to four-shot lead at Augusta Masters

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Johnson matched Jordan Spieth's record low Masters total for the first 54 holes -- 16-under-par 200 -- while South Korean Im Sung-jae (68), Mexican Abraham Ancer (69) and Australian Cameron Smith (69) were equal second on 12-under.

How the world is helping India during its Covid crisis

How the world is helping India during its Covid crisis

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

India is struggling with a second wave of the pandemic with more than 3,00,000 daily new coronavirus cases being reported in the past few days, and hospitals in several states are reeling under a shortage of medical oxygen and beds.

Mueller, Hummels recalled by Germany for Euro 2020

Mueller, Hummels recalled by Germany for Euro 2020

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Scotland's Clarke names uncapped trio in Euro squad.

Steve Smith fastest man to reach 7,000 Test runs

Steve Smith fastest man to reach 7,000 Test runs

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Steve Smith became the fastest man to score 7,000 Test runs on Saturday, shattering a record that had stood since 1946, while moving past Donald Bradman to become Australia's 11th highest scorer.

Pakistan doesn't want next ICC chairman from India, Aus or England

Pakistan doesn't want next ICC chairman from India, Aus or England

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ehsan Mani is against the idea of someone from among the 'big three' nations of India, England and Australia becoming the next ICC chairperson, saying it would be "healthier" for the game to select someone from other boards.

'Aussies still in primary school compared to Indians'

'Aussies still in primary school compared to Indians'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Chappell said 'the skill level of Indian youth teams would embarrass some of our first-class teams'.

Can you handle Sonam Kapoor's H-A-W-T knotted shirt?

Can you handle Sonam Kapoor's H-A-W-T knotted shirt?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

The actor gave us a cue on how to rock a white shirt so effortlessly on the cover of Vogue India.

'Virat doesn't need gyaan'

'Virat doesn't need gyaan'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

'Virat's career and captaincy are on auto-pilot mode right now.' 'He knows what he is doing and leads by example.'

Will the third Wimpy Kid pack a punch as well?

Will the third Wimpy Kid pack a punch as well?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Diary of Wimpy Kid: Dog Days releases in the US on August 3.

Football: Neymar eclipses Ronaldo hat-trick

Football: Neymar eclipses Ronaldo hat-trick

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Neymar overtook Ronaldo and moved into second place behind Pele on Brazil's all-time goalscoring list after notching a hat-trick in a 4-2 victory over Peru on Tuesday in a World Cup qualifier.

Chappell's e-mail was spot on: Blewett

Chappell's e-mail was spot on: Blewett

Rediff.com2 Oct 2005

Greg Blewett refuted the charges of former South Australia paceman Paul Wilson that India coach Greg Chappell was a poor man-manager.

Can Vietnam resist red hot Priyanka Chopra?

Can Vietnam resist red hot Priyanka Chopra?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

Going by this pic, no!

Chappell promoted youngsters, says Raina

Chappell promoted youngsters, says Raina

Rediff.com19 Nov 2011

Former India coach Greg Chappell might have been forced to make an unceremonious exit after failing to produce desired result in World Cup 2007 but Suresh Raina believes the Australian did a great service to Indian cricket as far as promoting the youngsters is concerned.

I had told the players to give Chappell time to settle down: Tendulkar

I had told the players to give Chappell time to settle down: Tendulkar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Sachin Tendulkar revealed that a few Indian players were not feeling comfortable under former coach Greg Chappell after the first couple of tours and he was the one who had persuaded his colleagues to be patient with the Australian and give him more time to get settled.

Lilly Singh turns up the heat in Vogue photo shoot

Lilly Singh turns up the heat in Vogue photo shoot

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

YouTube sensation Lilly Singh gets you in the mood for winter with her latest cover for Vogue.

'Headlines like 'Endulkar' hurt deeply and retirement crossed my mind'

'Headlines like 'Endulkar' hurt deeply and retirement crossed my mind'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Sachin Tendulkar has recollected how disappointed they were after the shock first round exit during the 2007 World Cup and how he was hurt when people questioned the commitment of the Indian players.

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Friendlies: England record first win over Ireland since 1985

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

England created numerous chances but Calvert-Lewin's penalty was the only addition to the score as the hosts impressed ahead of Nations League clashes against Belgium and Iceland.

'Chappell suggested I should take over the captaincy from Dravid'

'Chappell suggested I should take over the captaincy from Dravid'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Dropping a bombshell, Sachin Tendulkar has disclosed that the then India coach Greg Chappell had made a "shocking" suggestion to him to take over India's captaincy from Rahul Dravid months before the 2007 World Cup in West Indies.

10 OTT Shows To Watch

10 OTT Shows To Watch

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

As cinemas remain shut and watching movies on big screen still a distant dream, OTT platforms are keeping us distracted from the pandemic with its steady supply of content.

Why flights are unlikely to resume any time soon

Why flights are unlikely to resume any time soon

Rediff.com10 May 2020

'Indian aviation cannot resume without at least three major airports being functional. If Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata are shut, there is little chance that airlines will start flying even if the government gives the go-ahead.'

Coaching India bit more complicated than I thought: Chappell

Coaching India bit more complicated than I thought: Chappell

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Former Australian great Greg Chappell feels that coaching Indian cricket team for two years was a "bit more complicated" than he would have apprehended as there are "so many layers to life in India". "It was perhaps a little bit more complicated than anyone could have imagined. There were so many layers to life in India, let alone cricket. That was pretty hard to expect anyone to master, particularly an outsider," Chappell told ESPN Cricinfo in an interview.

Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The challenges in a post COVID-19 world were new and unusual but unlike other Indian sports, cricket could partially redeem itself, thanks to the deep pockets of the BCCI

Punjab Marshalls break home-ground jinx in CTL 2015

Punjab Marshalls break home-ground jinx in CTL 2015

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Punjab Marshalls swept the first home tie 23-15 against Raipur Rangers in possibly the most exciting tie of the Champions Tennis League so far in Chandigarh on Friday.

'Tesco may open 1st Cash & Carry outlet in India'

'Tesco may open 1st Cash & Carry outlet in India'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

Tesco already has presence in India through a joint venture with Tatas. These stores are located in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad and Chennai. Greg said, 'we see a huge opportunity for future growth in India'.