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Champions League PIX: Messi sets hat-trick record; PSG wasteful

Champions League PIX: Messi sets hat-trick record; PSG wasteful

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar combined to devastating effect as Barcelona swatted Celtic aside 7-0 at the Nou Camp to lay down a marker in Champions League Group C on Tuesday.

Now, US may sell F-16s to India

Now, US may sell F-16s to India

Rediff.com6 May 2016

'One of the great assets that India has is its enormous intellectual content, enormous intellectual developmental content, and some of the things we need to be working on are unmanned systems, for example, the enormous opportunities for us to jointly partner and develop -- not simply sell our equipment to India -- but actually partner and develop in areas like drones, areas like advanced aircraft and even areas around certain missile systems, where we can have a win-win.'

China stock rout batters Asian firms linked to giant economy

China stock rout batters Asian firms linked to giant economy

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The regional fallout could continue.

Violence over decision to not charge US cop in black teen killing

Violence over decision to not charge US cop in black teen killing

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

A white police officer who shot an unarmed black teenager sparking weeks of riots in the US town of Ferguson would not be indicted, a grand jury has ruled, amid mounting anger in the streets.

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Wearing pink, pointy-eared hats to mock the new US president, throngs of protesters descended on the US capital and other cities around the globe to show Donald Trump they won't be silent over the next four years.

EPL PICS: Ramsey 'tricks' as Arsenal thrash Everton

EPL PICS: Ramsey 'tricks' as Arsenal thrash Everton

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

Aaron Ramsey scored a hat-trick on Saturday as Arsenal thrashed Everton 5-1 in the Premier League at the Emirates with a display of free-flowing football that the Gunners have sorely lacked away from home this season.

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

A risk-taker, she'll always be remembered for her unforgettable style and daring fashion choices as a First Lady.

Hrithik to present Saji Thomas's incredible saga on Discovery

Hrithik to present Saji Thomas's incredible saga on Discovery

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Discovery Channel will soon telecast an inspiring program on people who have overcome physical handicaps.

What lies ahead for the world in 2017?

What lies ahead for the world in 2017?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

With 2016 officially behind us, let's look forward and speculate about the events, people and issues that will shape 2017.

Folks, these are the best-dressed women in the world!

Folks, these are the best-dressed women in the world!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

People magazine has returned with its annual list of best-dressed women. Here are the top 11 ladies who are making heads turn.

Explained: Does Iowa matter in the race to the White House?

Explained: Does Iowa matter in the race to the White House?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

All this caucus talk and the US elections itself has left you confused, don't worry, we're here to help.

Sarfaraz, Washington fashion big win over Ireland at U-19 World Cup

Sarfaraz, Washington fashion big win over Ireland at U-19 World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Sarfaraz Khan and Washington Sundar hit half-centuries as India scored a 79-run victory over Ireland in their opening ICC Under-19 World Cup Group D match at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, in Mirpur, on Thursday.

Vijender: 'I'll look for a knockout early on'

Vijender: 'I'll look for a knockout early on'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

In Australian Kerry Hope, Vijender Singh faces a plucky opponent who has the potential to surprise the home favourite

Trump sends clear warning to Pak; seeks India's help in Afghanistan

Trump sends clear warning to Pak; seeks India's help in Afghanistan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

'Islamabad receives billions in aid from the US but continues to harbour terrorists,' he said.

WC Qualifiers: England, Germany cruise to victories

WC Qualifiers: England, Germany cruise to victories

Rediff.com9 Oct 2016

Gareth Southgate's plea for England to play with adventure and style was answered only fitfully as his reign as caretaker manager began with a 2-0 win over Malta in a World Cup Group F qualifier on Saturday.

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo leads Real into last eight

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo leads Real into last eight

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo was the scourge of AS Roma again as he inspired the hosts to a 2-0 win and a place in the Champions League quarter-finals on Tuesday, scoring and setting up a goal Rodriguez to seal a 4-0 aggregate victory.

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

This week's collection of stories that prove we live in a truly mad, mad world

Champions League PICS: Barca, PSG, Manchester Utd steer clear

Champions League PICS: Barca, PSG, Manchester Utd steer clear

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

A summary of Wednesday's group matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Sports Shorts: Manpreet suspended for doping; Kashyap knocks out top seed

Sports Shorts: Manpreet suspended for doping; Kashyap knocks out top seed

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

Commonwealth Games champion Parupalli Kashyap knocked out top seed Lee Hyun Il of Korea in the men's singles opening round of the US Open Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament in Anaheim, United States.

18 INTERESTING photos from around the world

18 INTERESTING photos from around the world

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

A round-up of our favourite photographs of the week gone by.

The Revenant, Mad Max, Star Wars sweep Oscar nominations

The Revenant, Mad Max, Star Wars sweep Oscar nominations

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

A quick look at the Oscar 2016 nominations.

Champions League PIX: Bayern crush PSV; PSG down Basel

Champions League PIX: Bayern crush PSV; PSG down Basel

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

The Events of 2018

The Events of 2018

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

A glance back at some important events that occurred in 2018.

Brave new England fail to excite, Wembley less than half full

Brave new England fail to excite, Wembley less than half full

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

For the first time in the seven-year history of the new Wembley, the arena was less than half full for an England international as 40,181 underwhelmed fans witnessed a familiar old diet of mostly turgid, uninspiring fare from Roy Hodgson's World Cup failures, enlivened mainly by the sparky contribution of Raheem Sterling.

No, Christians are not persecuted in India

No, Christians are not persecuted in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

'India has always been a land of acceptance of diversity. But if the evangelical activities continue unabated, there is no doubt this will cause a backlash.' 'One exclusive ideology begets another. The hit list will spread. The more strident the evangelists, the more strident the voices for Ghar Wapsi will grow.'

What to expect from Sport in 2018

What to expect from Sport in 2018

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Can 2018 top its predecessor in Sporting Glory?

PHOTOS: US remembers 9/11 victims on 15th anniversary

PHOTOS: US remembers 9/11 victims on 15th anniversary

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

At ground zero, hundreds of victims' relatives and dignitaries gathered to hear the reading the names of the nearly 3,000 people killed during the attack.

Trump says Orlando massacre shows he's 'right' about terrorism

Trump says Orlando massacre shows he's 'right' about terrorism

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Republican White House contender took the time to pat himself on the back for 'being right on radical Islamic terrorism' and sought the resignation of US President Barack Obama.

Football Briefs: Ronaldo strikes twice as Real beat Eibar

Football Briefs: Ronaldo strikes twice as Real beat Eibar

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Lawntuba: 4 musicians pursuing their dream

Lawntuba: 4 musicians pursuing their dream

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

'We are all from middle class backgrounds...' 'We are not like those super privileged kids to whom the parents say "Jao beta. Studio khareed lo".'

PHOTOS: America votes to elect new President

PHOTOS: America votes to elect new President

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton registers her first 'win' by four votes to two against Trump.

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 13 at Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 13 at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Check out the gold medallists on Day 13 of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday:

Champions League: Bayern beat Atletico; Barca and Arsenal win

Champions League: Bayern beat Atletico; Barca and Arsenal win

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Robert Lewandowski scored a brilliant free kick to give Bayern Munich a 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid in their last Champions League Group D outing on Tuesday, ending the 100 percent record of their opponents. The Poland international curled the ball over the wall and into the corner of the net in the 28th minute but the goal had no impact on the final standings with Atletico guaranteed top spot and Bayern in second place.

FIFA 2018 WC qualifiers: Scrappy England, Germany book ticket to Russia

FIFA 2018 WC qualifiers: Scrappy England, Germany book ticket to Russia

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

Images from the European World Cup qualifiers played on Thursday

Good news for Indian IT workers; US L-1B visas are now easier to get

Good news for Indian IT workers; US L-1B visas are now easier to get

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

Such a move, Obama argued would attract larger foreign direct investment to the US.

US IT cos seek action on discriminatory Indian policies

US IT cos seek action on discriminatory Indian policies

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

The American influential IT and telecom industry sought intervention of the Obama Administration against what they alleged are "discriminatory" Indian policies, which they claimed has resulted in several hundred millions of dollars of losses in the last quarter.

Champions League: Italian clubs flop but Barca, United score big wins

Champions League: Italian clubs flop but Barca, United score big wins

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

A summary of all the Champions League matches played across Europe on Tuesday

Stunning photos from the week gone by

Stunning photos from the week gone by

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Images of the events that shaped the world last week.

Champions League PIX: Manchester Utd's progress on hold; Chelsea in last 16

Champions League PIX: Manchester Utd's progress on hold; Chelsea in last 16

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

A summary of Wednesday's matches in the UEFA Champions League.

Why the regional journalist is at threat

Why the regional journalist is at threat

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

The murders of journalists in 2015 underscore the rising power of regional language media, especially local-language newspapers, says Nilanjana S Roy