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FIFA WC qualifiers: Spain rout Turkey; Germany rally to win

FIFA WC qualifiers: Spain rout Turkey; Germany rally to win

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

With two wins from two games, Spain top Group E on six points, while Turkey and Georgia follow with three apiece.

'BJP Is On Shaky Ground In Gujarat'

'BJP Is On Shaky Ground In Gujarat'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

'The BJP will win comfortably if the Congress and AAP fight separately -- though not with 162 seats.' 'But if they form an alliance, it will become a major problem for the BJP. That's precisely why this expansion is happening now.'

Boos, heartbreak: Sweden's World Cup hopes fade

Boos, heartbreak: Sweden's World Cup hopes fade

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Sweden's hopes of qualifying for next year's World Cup are hanging by a thread after Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka scored from the spot to help the visitors win 2-0 in their qualifying Group B clash on Friday.

Historic! Kushare makes high jump final at worlds

Historic! Kushare makes high jump final at worlds

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Sarvesh Anil Kushare on Sunday became the first Indian to qualify for high jump final at the World Athletics Championships

India edge Bhutan to seal SAFF U17 semi spot

India edge Bhutan to seal SAFF U17 semi spot

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The India U17 men's national team sealed their spot in the semi-finals of the SAFF U17 Championship 2025

India thump Bhutan again, close in on SAFF U17 crown

India thump Bhutan again, close in on SAFF U17 crown

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

With this emphatic result, India made it four wins from as many matches, scoring 22 goals without conceding any, and tightening their grip at the summit of the table with 12 points from four matches.

India's Foreign Policy Panchnama

India's Foreign Policy Panchnama

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There has never been a moment in India's history when it has been so adrift in the world, so confused about what it stands for and against and so humiliated, asserts Aakar Patel.

9 sixes! Samson issues Gambhir, Surya another reminder

9 sixes! Samson issues Gambhir, Surya another reminder

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

While Samson thrives as an opener, chances of batting at the top look slim.

No more 'political statements': ICC tells SKY

No more 'political statements': ICC tells SKY

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

T20I skipper Suryakumar's hearing following PCB complaint done in presence of match-referee, board representatives: ICC sources

EPL chaos: United escape, Chelsea cruise, Spurs crash

EPL chaos: United escape, Chelsea cruise, Spurs crash

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Images from the English Premier League matches on Saturday, August 30.

How Karisma-Kareena Celebrated Ganpati

How Karisma-Kareena Celebrated Ganpati

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Film folk celebrated Ganpati over the weekend, and posted pictures on social media.

When Shraddha Came To Ayushmann's Rescue

When Shraddha Came To Ayushmann's Rescue

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

'In the beginning of Thamma, he's a common man like all of us. At the end of the film, he's a sexy beast!'

Quiz: Are You A Swadeshi Expert?

Quiz: Are You A Swadeshi Expert?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Syed Firdaus Ashraf puts your Swadeshi knowledge to the test.

Liverpool Sink Atletico; Easy for PSG

Liverpool Sink Atletico; Easy for PSG

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Virgil van Dijk scored with a stunning late header in the second minute of stoppage time to give Liverpool a 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid in their opening group stage match of the Champions League, at Anfield, on Wednesday.

Asia Cup Hockey: 'Pakistan not participating due to security reasons'

Asia Cup Hockey: 'Pakistan not participating due to security reasons'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Hockey India president Dilip Kumar Tirkey said Pakistan have pulled out of the upcoming Hockey Asia Cup 2025 due to security reasons.

Trump's visa crackdown: H-1B holders urged to return or face curbs

Trump's visa crackdown: H-1B holders urged to return or face curbs

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Immigration attorneys and companies are advising H-1B visa holders to return to the US immediately due to concerns over President Trump's plan to impose a USD 100,000 fee on the work visas.

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Pahlaj Nihalani came to my rescue. There was no Instagram in those days so I didn't recognise him.' 'I almost fainted when he told me he was Pahlaj Nihalani, the producer of Ilzaam, the hit film that had just made Govinda a star.' 'I told him I was a model and an aspiring actor, and he responded, "You have an interesting face. Come and meet me in the office tomorrow".'

AFC Champions League: Ahal FK shock Mohun Bagan

AFC Champions League: Ahal FK shock Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Substitute Enwer Annayev struck late as Turkmenistan's Ahal FK stunned Mohun Bagan Super Giant 1-0 in their opening Group C match of the AFC Champions League 2

Ronaldo's 100th Goal Fails To Rescue Al-Nassr!

Ronaldo's 100th Goal Fails To Rescue Al-Nassr!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Al-Ahli beat Al-Nassr 5-3 on penalties to win the Saudi Super Cup final in Hong Kong after a dramatic 2-2 draw on Saturday as Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 100th goal for the losing side.

GST rate cut: Banks face car loan cancellations

GST rate cut: Banks face car loan cancellations

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Banks are receiving requests for cancellation of approved car loans, in view of the implementation of GST rate cut, which will lower the price of passenger vehicles and also lead to subsequent reduction in the amount needed to purchase them. It is to be noted that the 56th GST Council meeting earlier this month, approved substantial reduction in the GST rate for cars for up to 1,200 cc to 18 per cent from the existing 28 per cent.

I-League kicks off amid broadcast drama

I-League kicks off amid broadcast drama

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The clubs have agreed to pay 50 per cent to Sony to cover the broadcast cost, apart from the Rs 7 lakh entry fee.

They Call Him OG Review: Pawan Kalyan Never Looked Better

They Call Him OG Review: Pawan Kalyan Never Looked Better

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The emotional quotient of They Call Him OG falls flat, the plotting looks jerky, and the runtime feels compromised, but hey, if you are a Pawan Kalyan fan, none of this matters, notes Arjun Menon.

Ankit, Siddarth shine but Central close in on Duleep glory

Ankit, Siddarth shine but Central close in on Duleep glory

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

South leads by a mere 64 runs, and Central should be able to surmount the target without much fuss on the fifth day on Monday.

'Fans were great': US President Trump gets sarcastic

'Fans were great': US President Trump gets sarcastic

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Trump's return to the US Open bore an uncanny resemblance to his last trip. In 2015, Trump was booed after leaving a match between the Williams sisters, Serena and Venus.

Mbappe rescues Real Madrid; Subs win it for Arsenal

Mbappe rescues Real Madrid; Subs win it for Arsenal

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Kylian Mbappe scored twice from the penalty spot as Real Madrid fought back from a goal down to beat Olympique de Marseille 2-1 in their opening match of the Champions League group stage, at the Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, on Tuesday.

Samson hits explosive century ahead of Asia Cup

Samson hits explosive century ahead of Asia Cup

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Since last year, he has found a new lease of life as an opener, scoring three centuries in five innings across series against Bangladesh and South Africa

Will PM address Trump's claims, H-1B visa concerns?: Cong

Will PM address Trump's claims, H-1B visa concerns?: Cong

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Or will he just repeat what we all know on the new GST rates - worked out under desperation and which become effective tomorrow?" Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said.

No Pakistan, no problem? India eye hockey domination

No Pakistan, no problem? India eye hockey domination

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Harmanpreet Singh expressed optimism that the team would start well and highlighted the need for both strong attacking and defensive play.

Haaland hits 50 as Manchester City cruise past Napoli

Haaland hits 50 as Manchester City cruise past Napoli

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Erling Haaland is the tenth player to reach the landmark of 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League and fastest to do so, beating the 62-match record of Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Taylor answers Samoa's call for T20 WC push

Taylor answers Samoa's call for T20 WC push

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

On Friday morning, the ICC World Test Championship winner's name popped up in Samoa's squad as they prepare to embark on the final journey towards the qualification of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Here's why Ashwin didn't feature in SA20 2026 auction list

Here's why Ashwin didn't feature in SA20 2026 auction list

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

There were speculations that Ashwin could enter the SA20 2026 auction, considering players retired from Indian cricket being eligible to participate in the overseas league

Indian Motel Manager Beheaded In US

Indian Motel Manager Beheaded In US

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Chandra Mouli 'Bob' Nagamallaiah, originally from Karnataka, was killed after a dispute over a broken washing machine with a co-worker.

Big Shock! Manchester United lose to 4th-tier Grimsby

Big Shock! Manchester United lose to 4th-tier Grimsby

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Manchester United plumbed new depths as fourth-tier Grimsby Town knocked them out of the League Cup 12-11 on penalties after a 2-2 draw.

Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong blank Malaysian side

Durand Cup: Shillong Lajong blank Malaysian side

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Shillong Lajong FC began their Durand Cup campaign in commanding fashion, blanking Malaysia's Armed Forces Football Team 6-0 in the opening match of Group E, in Shillong on Saturday.

US Tariffs May Drop To 10-15%: CEA

US Tariffs May Drop To 10-15%: CEA

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'I do believe there will be a resolution in the next couple of months on the penal tariff and hopefully on the reciprocal tariff also.'

Heartbreak for India in AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Heartbreak for India in AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

India narrowly missed out on qualifying for the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup despite a dominant 6-0 victory over Brunei Darussalam.

Football, Rugby kick-off Paris Olympic games

Football, Rugby kick-off Paris Olympic games

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The sporting action at the Paris Olympics kicked off with two soccer matches on Wednesday.

Why India needs Kuldeep's spin magic in Asia Cup

Why India needs Kuldeep's spin magic in Asia Cup

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Kuldeep Yadav has a good record in T20 Internationals with 69 wickets in 40 matches at an economy rate of 6.77, with a best of 5/17 against South Africa.

Gill On the Moment He Knew Cricket Was His Calling

Gill On the Moment He Knew Cricket Was His Calling

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'Honestly, I realised this is going to be my career when I was 11. Like, a moment happened. There was a camp going on of under-23 Indian fast bowlers, and I was only 11.'

East Bengal Overwhelm Bagan, Seal Durand Semi Spot

East Bengal Overwhelm Bagan, Seal Durand Semi Spot

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

East Bengal ride Diamantakos brace to knock out Bagan, set Durand Cup semis against Diamond Harbour