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Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Kohli fined half his match fees for violating code of conduct

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Kohli was seen remonstrating with the umpires after a controversial dismissal.

Hawking resolves black hole riddle

Hawking resolves black hole riddle

Rediff.com15 Jul 2004

After nearly 30 years of arguing that a black hole destroys everything that falls into it, Stephen Hawking says he was wrong.

NBA: Hawks lose Game One, Carroll to knee injury

NBA: Hawks lose Game One, Carroll to knee injury

Rediff.com21 May 2015

The Atlanta Hawks suffered a double blow on Wednesday when they were beaten 97-89 by the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game One.

Copa America to use Hawk-Eye for goal-line technology

Copa America to use Hawk-Eye for goal-line technology

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Hawk-Eye technology will be used to decide whether the ball has crossed the goal-line at next month's Copa America Centenario in the United States, the tournament's organising committee said on Wednesday.

4 Gaganyaan astronauts are among IAF's, and India's, finest

4 Gaganyaan astronauts are among IAF's, and India's, finest

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

IAF's four fighter pilots undergoing rigorous training for the landmark Gaganyaan mission, and who earned the 'astronaut wings' on Tuesday, have a stellar resume. They have a flying experience in the range of nearly 2,000-3,000 hours and two of them are recipients of the prestigious 'Sword of Honour'.

Rufus the hawk clears Wimbledon

Rufus the hawk clears Wimbledon

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Record crowds lined up for day one of the 2013 Wimbledon tennis championships on Monday as action got underway early on Centre Court with pigeon-scarer, Rufus the hawk, clearing away pesky bird life and forecasts for a dry day.

Was David Warner robbed of his wicket?

Was David Warner robbed of his wicket?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'Annoyed' Warner wants more DRS transparency

Hawking said Vedic theory superior to Einstein's, claims science minister

Hawking said Vedic theory superior to Einstein's, claims science minister

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Vardhan, however, parried questions on the source of the information.

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Jaspal Rana's obsession with shooting behind Manu's Olympic success

How Should Rahul Gandhi Have Spoken Abroad?

How Should Rahul Gandhi Have Spoken Abroad?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'I would think that India faces less damage from opinions voiced overseas compared to the damage it suffers if the right to free speech of its citizens is curtailed in the name of image management,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Bulls down Hawks to reach Eastern Finals

Bulls down Hawks to reach Eastern Finals

Rediff.com13 May 2011

The Chicago Bulls advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 1998 with a series-clinching 93-73 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday.

When Ananya Felt Envy, Disgust...

When Ananya Felt Envy, Disgust...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

'Putting yourself out there can be scary and fearful.'

Stephen Hawking plans a space journey

Stephen Hawking plans a space journey

Rediff.com8 Jan 2007

The scientist said he had offered to give his DNA to a project to scan the human genetic code for clues to the cause, in an initiative backed by the MND Association.

In PHOTOS: Defying all odds, Stephen Hawking turns 70

In PHOTOS: Defying all odds, Stephen Hawking turns 70

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

Defying the odds of medicine, Stephen Hawking, widely regarded as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists, celebrated his 70th birthday on Sunday.

Hawking, Yunus conferred highest US civilian award

Hawking, Yunus conferred highest US civilian award

Rediff.com13 Aug 2009

British scientist Stephen Hawking and Bangaldeshi Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus are among the 16 eminent personalities who were on Wednesday conferred 'Presidential Medal of Freedom', America's highest civilian award, by President Barack Obama.

Hawking says look to stars as Paralympics opens

Hawking says look to stars as Paralympics opens

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

Wheelchair-bound physicist Stephen Hawking challenged athletes to "look to the stars" on Wednesday as he helped open a record-setting Paralympics Games that will run for 11 days in near sold-out venues.

India to get first Hawk by 2007

India to get first Hawk by 2007

Rediff.com8 Feb 2005

The first Hawk will be flown by the IAF by end 2006 and is expected to be accepted by India in early 2007, BAE Systems Senior Military Advisor, Air Chief Marshal Sir John Day said.

World Cup Final PIX: Surya Kirans' grand display lights up Motera

World Cup Final PIX: Surya Kirans' grand display lights up Motera

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Prior to the start of the World Cup final, Indian Air Force's aerobatic team Surya Kirans put up a grand show at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

China mum on Black Hawk deal

China mum on Black Hawk deal

Rediff.com12 May 2004

Black hole might take you to another universe: Hawking

Black hole might take you to another universe: Hawking

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Celebrated physicist Stephen Hawking may have solved the 40-year-old information paradox -- which continues to puzzle scientists -- saying one could simply pop up in another universe after being sucked into a black hole, in a new theory about where lost information ends up.

Hawks stun Pistons for fifth win

Hawks stun Pistons for fifth win

Rediff.com11 Dec 2004

Tony Delk and Predrag Drobjnak both scored 16 points as the Atlanta Hawks stunned the defending NBA champion Detroit Pistons 88-72 in National Basketball Association play Friday in Auburn Hills.

UK thanks India for Hawk deal

UK thanks India for Hawk deal

Rediff.com1 Oct 2003

Kitty Hawk may sink Russia's Gorshkov deal

Kitty Hawk may sink Russia's Gorshkov deal

Rediff.com27 Feb 2008

If rumours about a US decision to offer the Kitty Hawk to India are true, the move clearly is designed to block the sale of the Gorshkov, says a think tank.

Even Manoj Bajpayee Can't Help Bhaiyya Ji

Even Manoj Bajpayee Can't Help Bhaiyya Ji

Rediff.com24 May 2024

A film with a one-line plot, needed a lot more pizzazz, whistle-worthy dialogue, and a large-than-life, invincible protagonist. Karki makes a Rajinikanth kind of actioner (Bhaiyya Ji fights with a bidi in his mouth) but with a realistic soul, and falls between two boats.

Virtual Eye not totally accurate: Hawk-Eye founder

Virtual Eye not totally accurate: Hawk-Eye founder

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

Virtual Eye, the ball-tracking technology, currently being used in the Ashes series, is not reliable and can have an impending impact on the outcome of the much hyped tournament, feels Paul Hawkins who is the founder of Hawk-Eye.

Stephen Hawking writes a book for kids

Stephen Hawking writes a book for kids

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

A scientist, his daughter, a curious boy named George and a supercomputer: Ingredients, all, in an upcoming work of fiction that sets out to demystify the secrets of the universe, for a young audience.

Aliens exist, but we must avoid contact: Hawking

Aliens exist, but we must avoid contact: Hawking

Rediff.com25 Apr 2010

Alien life, he will suggest, is almost certain to exist in many other parts of the universe -- not just in planets, but perhaps in the centre of stars or even floating in interplanetary space, The Sunday Times reported.

IAF Gets Ready For The Big Day

IAF Gets Ready For The Big Day

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

The Indian Air Force on September 22 flew fighter jets as part of rehearsals for the air show to be held at Air Force Station Jammu.

HawkEye to watch Wimbledon

HawkEye to watch Wimbledon

Rediff.com23 May 2007

The All England Club confirmed on Wednesday that HawkEye technology will be used at this year's Wimbledon.

Meet the Indian who took on Stephen Hawking

Meet the Indian who took on Stephen Hawking

Rediff.com3 Aug 2004

Abhas Mitra of the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre was perhaps the first and the only scientist to have questioned Hawking's concept of black holes.

Modi reveals names of Gaganyan mission astronauts. They are...

Modi reveals names of Gaganyan mission astronauts. They are...

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The four astronauts are -- Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, Angad Prathap, Ajit Krishnan, and Shubhanshu Shukla -- Modi said at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) at Thumba near the Kerala state capital.

Humanity only has around 1,000 years left on Earth, Stephen Hawking predicts

Humanity only has around 1,000 years left on Earth, Stephen Hawking predicts

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

He painted a grave picture of the future while delivering a lecture on the universe and the origins of human beings at the Oxford Union debating society.

Dil Dosti Dilemma Review: Sweet

Dil Dosti Dilemma Review: Sweet

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Dil Dosti Dilemma is a coming-of-age series without profanity, and that by itself breaks the current mould, observes Deepa Gahlot.

DRS blunder: Hawk-eye officials admit error in Pak batsman's dismissal

DRS blunder: Hawk-eye officials admit error in Pak batsman's dismissal

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Shan Masood was wrongly adjudged LBW in 2nd Test vs New Zealand in Dubai last month.

Hawking accused of meddling in police inquiry

Hawking accused of meddling in police inquiry

Rediff.com5 Feb 2004

Police are probing claims by nurses that the scientist's wife is physically abusing him.

Graduates, Stephen Hawking wants you

Graduates, Stephen Hawking wants you

Rediff.com14 Sep 2006

Memoirs of a Hindutva hawk

Memoirs of a Hindutva hawk

Rediff.com28 Dec 2005

Missed IAF Show? See It Here!

Missed IAF Show? See It Here!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Daring maneuvers and breathtaking formations were on display at Mumbai's Marine Drive courtesy the Indian Air Force.

India lose 1-2 to China in Hawke's Bay Cup

India lose 1-2 to China in Hawke's Bay Cup

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

India went down fighting in their opening match, losing 1-2 to China in the Hawke's Bay Cup tournament in Hastings, New Zealand on Saturday.

US not offering Kitty Hawk to India: Gates

US not offering Kitty Hawk to India: Gates

Rediff.com28 Feb 2008

United States Defense Secretary Robert Gates, who is visiting India, on Thursday denied that he has come with an offer to give India the aging US aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. He brushed aside the speculation, saying, "Even I have heard about the rumour." There were reports in the Western media that the US would offer Kitty Hawk to India.