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Western hostages recovered from Taliban after 5 yrs

Western hostages recovered from Taliban after 5 yrs

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

US intelligence agencies had been tracking the hostages and shared their location when they were shifted to Pakistan.

Want to transform your life? Read this

Want to transform your life? Read this

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Samridh Seth suggests nine must-read books that can help turn your life around.

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Neuer made the squad despite playing in just one official game, a friendly against Austria on Friday, since breaking a bone in his foot in September but talented 22-year-old Sane was the biggest name to miss out.

Soccer PIX: Chelsea held to 0-0 draw by Brighton

Soccer PIX: Chelsea held to 0-0 draw by Brighton

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Images from the football matches played across Europe on Tuesday.

Trump walks in inaugural parade amid Washington protests

Trump walks in inaugural parade amid Washington protests

Rediff.com21 Jan 2017

Even as protests raged across Washington, thousands thronged Pennsylvania Avenue on Friday as President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump made their way from the Capitol to the White House.

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

More than 25,000 National Guards have been deployed along with thousands of local police personnel and those from other security agencies. The area in and around Capitol Hill, a large part of Pennsylvania Avenue and the White House has been made out of bounds for the general public with eight-feet high iron barricades being erected.

The Top Five Kannada Songs of 2013

The Top Five Kannada Songs of 2013

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

The foot tapping Jamma Jamma from the movie Lucia tops the list.

'Ramazan Mubarak': Trump hosts 1st iftar dinner at White House

'Ramazan Mubarak': Trump hosts 1st iftar dinner at White House

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Last year, Trump broke with decades of precedent by not hosting the annual Iftar dinne.

China Open: Sindhu makes another early exit, Satwik notches up twin wins

China Open: Sindhu makes another early exit, Satwik notches up twin wins

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

Sindhu suffered a shock defeat to lower-ranked Pai Yu Po of Chinese Taipei

PIX: Bayern Munich are undisputed kings of Europe

PIX: Bayern Munich are undisputed kings of Europe

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Bayern Munich won the Champions League for a sixth time by beating Paris St Germain 1-0 in Sunday's final

Gnabry double sends Bayern into Champions League final

Gnabry double sends Bayern into Champions League final

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League second semi-final played at Estadio Jose Alvalade in Lisbon on Wednesday.

Trump says he will be meeting Taliban leaders soon

Trump says he will be meeting Taliban leaders soon

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

"We have had tremendous success in Afghanistan in the killing of terrorists, but it is time, after all these years, to go and bring our people back home. We want to bring our people back home," the President said hours after the United States signed an agreement with the Taliban in Doha, under which it has committed to withdrawing all its troops from Afghanistan in 14 months' time.

Trump paid just $750 income taxes in 2016-17: Report

Trump paid just $750 income taxes in 2016-17: Report

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Trump paid no income taxes at all in 10 of the previous 15 years largely because he reported losing much more money than he made, the report said. The US president immediately dismissed the report as 'totally fake news'.

Champions League Previews: Barca lack sparkle; Liverpool favourites

Champions League Previews: Barca lack sparkle; Liverpool favourites

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Barcelona have been haunted by their recent failures in the Champions League and there are concerning signs for the Catalans as they prepare for Tuesday's last-16 first leg away to Olympique Lyonnais.

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

As Fahadh Faasil turns 39 on August 8, Subhash K Jha looks back at his favourite films featuring the brilliant actor.

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Will the Oscar go to this actress?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Vanessa Kirby is sure to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar award, and Frances McDormand of Nomadland will give her a healthy competition, feels Aseem Chhabra.

Why Vijender will be wary of Cheka tonight

Why Vijender will be wary of Cheka tonight

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Against the more seasoned Francis Cheka, Vijender Singh faces a tricky battle that he is favoured to win.

Double delight for Ethiopia but elite runners slam Mumbai marathon

Double delight for Ethiopia but elite runners slam Mumbai marathon

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

The elite women runners of the Tata Mumbai Marathon slammed the event organisers, saying there were too many casual runners on the course and that the Metro construction work was also a hindrance.

India has potential for very rapid growth: Bill Gates

India has potential for very rapid growth: Bill Gates

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Bill Gates specifically complimented India's Aadhaar identity system and the country's performance in the financial services and pharma sectors.

Sasha, Malia not to accompany Obama on India visit

Sasha, Malia not to accompany Obama on India visit

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

'Their priority is school, so they tend to travel on overseas visits that take place in the summer.'

Buzz: Pooran, Chase named WI vice-captains for NZ series

Buzz: Pooran, Chase named WI vice-captains for NZ series

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Pooran was last seen in action for Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) in the IPL, scoring 353 runs from 14 matches.

Meet the unexpected heroes of Germany

Meet the unexpected heroes of Germany

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer praised the team's less experienced players for stepping up to convert in their dramatic penalty shootout against Italy, firing the world champions into the Euro 2016 final four.

IPL Auction: Shami, Iyer for Rs 2 cr

IPL Auction: Shami, Iyer for Rs 2 cr

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

590 cricketers -- including 370 Indian players and 220 overseas players -- will go under the hammer during the two-day mega auction in Bengaluru on February 12 and 13.

Apple co-founder criticises Ashton Kutcher's Jobs biopic

Apple co-founder criticises Ashton Kutcher's Jobs biopic

Rediff.com20 Aug 2013

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

World champs Germany go for youth in preliminary Euro 2016 squad

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew has named four talented youngsters, including three uncapped players, in his preliminary 27-man squad for Euro 2016.

EPL PHOTOS: Disputed goal ruins Bournemouth's show

EPL PHOTOS: Disputed goal ruins Bournemouth's show

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Promoted Bournemouth are still waiting for their first Premier League points after succumbing to a controversial Christian Benteke goal in a 1-0 defeat at Liverpool on Monday.

Davos Special: 10 inspiring life advice quotes from global leaders

Davos Special: 10 inspiring life advice quotes from global leaders

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

This is what makes the World Economic Forum's annual summit special.

PIX: Italy secure Euro 2020 qualification; Spain held

PIX: Italy secure Euro 2020 qualification; Spain held

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

A round-up of Saturday's Euro 2020 qualification matches.

Dating:15 types of men to avoid

Dating:15 types of men to avoid

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Women should scrutinise their potential partners carefully early on in the dating process to avoid ending up in a bad relationship, an expert has said.

Federer receives twin nominations for 2018 Laureus Awards

Federer receives twin nominations for 2018 Laureus Awards

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

Regarded as the Oscar of sports, the nominations for 2018 Laureus World Sports Awards were finalised following a ballot by the world's sports media.

After angry Phoenix rally, Trump calls for unity at veterans event

After angry Phoenix rally, Trump calls for unity at veterans event

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Trump says it is time to heal the wounds that divide Americans.

Bayern win fifth straight Bundesliga crown

Bayern win fifth straight Bundesliga crown

Rediff.com30 Apr 2017

The Bavarians are on 73 points with RB Leipzig in second place on 63 after they were held to a goalless draw by Ingolstadt earlier in the day.

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Levante striker Roger Marti brushed off squandering a penalty to score the winning goal as his side pulled off a shock 2-1 La Liga victory at Real Madrid

US records over 2,000 coronavirus deaths in a day

US records over 2,000 coronavirus deaths in a day

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

The number of infections in America has crossed 500,000, the highest in the world

'Modi must signal govt actually making changes in ecosystem'

'Modi must signal govt actually making changes in ecosystem'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

Modi is the first Indian premier to visit the Silicon Valley and meet its top CEOs

Kadhe-Herreros lose in quarter-finals

Kadhe-Herreros lose in quarter-finals

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Pune boy Arjun Kadhe and his Peruvian partner Jorge Brian Panta Herreros failed to make it to the semi-finals of the boys' doubles at the French Open. They were halted in their stride in the quarter-finals on Thursday by the Australian pair of Andrew Harris and Nick Kyrgios, who won 6-2, 5-7, 11-9.

Confederations Cup: Young Germany made to sweat in 3-2 win over Australia

Confederations Cup: Young Germany made to sweat in 3-2 win over Australia

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Fresh-faced Germany were made to work harder than expected in their 3-2 victory over Australia in their Confederations Cup Group B debut on Monday with the world champions' young squad still adjusting to tournament life.

India to play a big role in containing Covid pandemic: Bill Gates

India to play a big role in containing Covid pandemic: Bill Gates

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

India's willingness to play a big role in the manufacturing and to allow some of those vaccines to go to other developing countries will be an absolutely critical part of containing the pandemic, said Gates.

If Jaishankar's diagnosis is correct, what stops him from correcting it?

If Jaishankar's diagnosis is correct, what stops him from correcting it?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

'What Jaishankar says is simplistic.' 'The past does not matter that much.' 'If we think that it does it is because we are not good enough at running the nation competently today and are searching for excuses why,' argues Aakar Patel.

Xi signs new security law restricting Hong Kong's freedom

Xi signs new security law restricting Hong Kong's freedom

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union and NATO have expressed concern on the new law and warned of retaliatory measures.