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World Cup winner Xavi applies for India job...but

World Cup winner Xavi applies for India job...but

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Xavi, it is learnt, "sent an email from his own account" to apply for the post.

Trump deploys more 2,000 National Guard troops in LA amid protests

Trump deploys more 2,000 National Guard troops in LA amid protests

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The latest deployment comes on the same day California filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, asking a judge to declare the deployments unconstitutional.

PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern script fighting wins

PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern script fighting wins

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

IMAGES from football matches played across European Leagues on Saturday.

'No One Approaches Me To Do A Bimbette's Role'

'No One Approaches Me To Do A Bimbette's Role'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'After playing strong women like Kavita and Tulsi on television, it would be very difficult for audiences to accept me as a routine running-around-trees heroine.'

Real Madrid too strong for Oviedo

Real Madrid too strong for Oviedo

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Juve off to winning start in Serie A

Do fresh steps signal a stable future for India-China ties?

Do fresh steps signal a stable future for India-China ties?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

India and China have announced a series of measures aimed at improving their relationship, including maintaining peace along the border, reopening border trade, and resuming direct flights.

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'This isn't just the story of Shaitan Singh. It's the story of the 120 soldiers who stood with him.' 'Their bravery and their sacrifice it deserves to be known.'

Yamal takes over Messi's iconic No 10 jersey at Barcelona

Yamal takes over Messi's iconic No 10 jersey at Barcelona

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Barcelona's electric 18-year-old winger Lamine Yamal has been handed the famous number 10 shirt previously worn by club icon Lionel Messi.

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona edge Rayo; jump to top

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona edge Rayo; jump to top

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Striker Robert Lewandowski scored a first-half penalty to give Barcelona a hard-fought 1-0 home win over Rayo Vallecano.

IPOs mark a new era for India's hospitality industry with scale, ambition

IPOs mark a new era for India's hospitality industry with scale, ambition

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India's hospitality sector is rolling out the red carpet for investors. A flurry of upcoming IPOs, or initial public offerings, the entry of new players, and ambitious expansion plans by Indian and global hotel brands are ushering in what could be the industry's most formalised era yet. Leading the charge are real estate titans, who are turning their hotel arms into global hospitality chains.

Unstoppable! Nishant Dev scores 3rd straight Pro KO

Unstoppable! Nishant Dev scores 3rd straight Pro KO

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Nishant Dev extends perfect pro record with TKO win against Evans

La Tomatina: The Battle of Tomatoes

La Tomatina: The Battle of Tomatoes

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Glimpses from the La Tomatina festival in Bunol, near Valencia, Spain,

Yadav only bright spot as Indians crumble at World Games

Yadav only bright spot as Indians crumble at World Games

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

In the semifinals, Yadav had lost 145-147 to American Curtis Lee Broadnax while Verma went down 145-148 to top seed Mike Schloesser of the Netherlands.

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Olympic medallist Dr Vece Paes was a part of the BCCI's anti-doping programme for several years, besides also working with the Indian Davis Cup team.

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

Son Heung-min joins LAFC in record MLS transfer deal

Son Heung-min joins LAFC in record MLS transfer deal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Son Heung-min said he is "here to win" after he joined Los Angeles FC for a record Major League Soccer transfer fee, ending a decade-long stint at Tottenham Hotspur.

Rashford takes pay cut as Barca come calling

Rashford takes pay cut as Barca come calling

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The move came after Manchester-born Rashford, who made 426 senior appearances and scored 138 goals for United in all competitions, fell out of favour with manager Ruben Amorim.

'On Beijing, Delhi Will Sleep With One Eye Open'

'On Beijing, Delhi Will Sleep With One Eye Open'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

'New Delhi is not naive about its foreign policy choices.'

Venus Confirms Engagement With Andrea Preti

Venus Confirms Engagement With Andrea Preti

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Venus Williams confirmed her engagement to Italian model and actor Andrea Preti.

Meet Harikrishnan A Ra: India's 87th chess GM

Meet Harikrishnan A Ra: India's 87th chess GM

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Harikrishnan A Ra earned his third GM-norm at the La Plagne International Chess Festival in France on Friday.

Coventry receives golden key as new IOC President

Coventry receives golden key as new IOC President

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

New IOC head already counting down to LA 2028

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

FC Goa Carry India's Flag into Asia Amid Troubled Times

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

It will take FC Goa nothing short of a miracle to pull off a win against the Omanis, and a victory will be a the perfect Independence Day present for Indian football fans.

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Did Xavi, Pep really apply for India head coach job?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Xavi Hernandez and Pep Guardiola's applications were not genuine: AIFF

Ooh La La Jennifer!

Ooh La La Jennifer!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Known for her impeccable style, Jennifer Piccinato is a fashion trendsetter who doesn't shy away from dabbling with bold outfits.

LaLiga: Barca, Atletico continue winning streak

LaLiga: Barca, Atletico continue winning streak

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

LaLiga leaders Barcelona beat Espanyol 3-1 in the Catalan derby on Sunday thanks to a first-half double from Dani Olmo and a goal from Raphinha.

Vijay's Political Challenge Begins Now

Vijay's Political Challenge Begins Now

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Vijay, with his chief ministerial ambitions, is a one-man army, at least as of now, and his campaign team considers him omnipresent. He has to be present in all districts, if not all constituencies at the same time, as there is no second-line leader or platform speaker in the party, who can draw crowds, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

PIX: Real Madrid bids farewell to Ancelotti, Modric

PIX: Real Madrid bids farewell to Ancelotti, Modric

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Real Madrid delivered manager Carlo Ancelotti and midfielder Luka Modric a victory in their final game at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice in a 2-0 win over Real Sociedad to end their LaLiga season.

PIX: Mbappe fires Real Madrid to top of La Liga

PIX: Mbappe fires Real Madrid to top of La Liga

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Kylian Mbappe was in inspired form, scoring twice to guide Real Madrid to a comeback 4-1 win over visitors Las Palmas on Sunday.

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Former England soccer captain David Beckham officially received Knighthood from King Charles III on Saturday. He was honoured for his outstanding contribution to sport and charity.

From Badla To Jane Street: Market Tricks Haunt Again

From Badla To Jane Street: Market Tricks Haunt Again

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Jane Street could do what they did because of the most fundamental flaw in the Indian stock market: a fragmented, fractured, fissured, fistula-ed liquidity stream, points out Shankar Sharma.

Mass Protests Against Trump Across US

Mass Protests Against Trump Across US

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Demonstrators rallied across the United States under the banner of 'No Kings', protesting President Donald Trump's recent actions, including federal immigration raids and the deployment of military forces in Los Angeles.

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Several Delhi, B'luru schools get 'bombs in black plastic bags' mail

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

An official said that multiple schools in the national capital received these bomb threats. This is the fourth such day this week when schools in the capital received bomb threats.

La Liga: Real Madrid survive late scare

La Liga: Real Madrid survive late scare

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

'We were happy with the win because we played a great game until the 88th minute, when two lapses in concentration led to two goals and we had to suffer a bit more than we should have.'

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Barcelona continue winning run in La Liga

Barcelona continue winning run in La Liga

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Barca will now visit seventh-placed Osasuna on Saturday before hosting Young Boys in the Champions League next week, when they will look to rebound following a 2-1 loss in their opening match at Monaco.

Not the Grand Slams: Djokovic's new obsession is...

Not the Grand Slams: Djokovic's new obsession is...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Novak Djokovic says that defending his Olympic title at LA 2028

Real Madrid sign Argentine teenager on 6-year deal

Real Madrid sign Argentine teenager on 6-year deal

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Real Madrid have signed 17-year-old midfielder Franco Mastantuono from Argentine side River Plate on a six-year contract, the LaLiga club said on Friday.

Can Kohli, Rohit Lead India To LA Gold?

Can Kohli, Rohit Lead India To LA Gold?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'There is nothing like an Olympian Virat and Olympian Rohit winning the gold medal for the country.'

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Xabi Alonso has signed a three-year contract until June 2028 and the 43-year-old replaces Carlo Ancelotti, who took charge of his last game on Saturday.

'20-30 bullets' fired at ISKCON temple in US, India urges action

'20-30 bullets' fired at ISKCON temple in US, India urges action

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

A similar incident had occurred earlier this year when, on March 9, a Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, was found desecrated just days ahead of a so-called 'Khalistani referendum' in Los Angeles, according to temple authorities.