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Dhoni blames bad luck, injuries for series debacle

Dhoni blames bad luck, injuries for series debacle

Rediff.com17 Sep 2011

Thoroughly outplayed in both the Test and ODI series, Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said the miserable tour of England was all about adjusting to shock injuries that pushed his team on the backfoot and dealing with a wretched run of bad luck.

My Father L K Advani

My Father L K Advani

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

'There is a song that fits my father. It is from the Dev Anand film Hum Dono, which goes Main zindagi ka saath nibhata chala gaya...'

Pathankot: 'Luck helped us'

Pathankot: 'Luck helped us'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

'Had they struck on the night of the 1st, there would have been hell to pay and had they been able to sneak further in, we would have had a greater problem,' says Lieutenant General H S Panag (retd), the former Northern Army Commander.

Something For All Ages On OTT This Week

Something For All Ages On OTT This Week

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma lists everything you can watch.

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

'Lord Ram Will Protect The Constitution'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'Rama is Lord God of maryada. Today's maryada is the Constitution.'

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Argentina's Di Maria to quit internationals after Copa America

Numbers Don't Add Up For BJP In Tamil Nadu

Numbers Don't Add Up For BJP In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Indications are that the DMK combine will win more seats than the AIADMK and BJP, but is facing a tough fight in about half a dozen from the rest, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy of the electoral contest in Tamil Nadu.

For now it's pure business, getting the job done: Rohit

For now it's pure business, getting the job done: Rohit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'We are focusing on playing good cricket in the next two games. Pressure is always there on us as Indian cricketers. The need is to focus on the game and not on the pressure and challenges from the other side.'

Taylor Swift Makes History At Grammys

Taylor Swift Makes History At Grammys

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

She is the first person to win Album of the Year four times, with her latest prize for Midnights.

PIX: Australia hand India seven-wicket loss to clinch 2-1 series win

PIX: Australia hand India seven-wicket loss to clinch 2-1 series win

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Richa Ghosh's brisk 34 saved India Women the blushes as they posted 147 for six against Australia in their series-deciding third and final T20I in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday.

Rahul faces EC action over 'pickpocket' jibe at Modi

Rahul faces EC action over 'pickpocket' jibe at Modi

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The court was hearing a public interest litigation seeking action against Gandhi as well as formulation of guidelines to prevent such 'malpractice' by political leaders.

Serie A: Juventus down wasteful Napoli to go back top

Serie A: Juventus down wasteful Napoli to go back top

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

For Napoli, the match highlighted their struggling form, marking three consecutive defeats across all competitions for the first time since October 2016. They are fifth with 24 points.

Ram temple event marks 'muhurat' births, UP Muslim family names son Ram Rahim

Ram temple event marks 'muhurat' births, UP Muslim family names son Ram Rahim

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While 'Ram' and 'Sita' were the preferred names for many, a baby boy born to a Muslim family in the district hospital in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, was named Ram Rahim by his grandmother.

EC notice to Rahul Gandhi for 'panauti', pickpocket remarks on Modi

EC notice to Rahul Gandhi for 'panauti', pickpocket remarks on Modi

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The EC reminded Gandhi that the Model Code of Conduct prohibits leaders from making unverified allegations against political rivals.

Ashes: England ride their luck in Sydney Test

Ashes: England ride their luck in Sydney Test

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

England rode their luck through a rocky afternoon spell to reach 167-3 in their first innings at the close of play on the second day of the fifth Ashes Test after dismissing Australia for 280 on Tuesday.

CSK's day off! Dhoni plays TT; Jadeja enjoys golf

CSK's day off! Dhoni plays TT; Jadeja enjoys golf

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The CSK players took to indoor some games, with captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni playing table tennis partnering Ambati Rayudu.

Quiz: Can You Guess This Movie?

Quiz: Can You Guess This Movie?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Mixed luck for Indian players in FIDE Grand Swiss chess tourney

Mixed luck for Indian players in FIDE Grand Swiss chess tourney

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Indian players experienced mixed fortunes in the second round of the FIDE Grand Swiss chess tournament here with two each in the men's and women's sections registering victories.

Big blow for NZ! Williamson ruled out for next three WC games, including India

Big blow for NZ! Williamson ruled out for next three WC games, including India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Skipper Kane Williamson was on Saturday ruled out of New Zealand's next three World Cup matches, including the India game.

IPO filings remain robust in October despite recent turbulence in equities

IPO filings remain robust in October despite recent turbulence in equities

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) filing continued to be robust in October, signifying the optimism in the initial public offer (IPO) market despite the recent turbulence in equities. In October, 17 companies filed their offer documents for IPOs. The rush in filings has made August-October 2023 the best three-month period for DRHP filings since July-September 2021.

'When you win Miss World, doors open everywhere'

'When you win Miss World, doors open everywhere'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'In my time, I didn't have that kind of guidance. 'I asked to speak to the international pageant winners before I went and nobody spoke with me. 'It doesn't take away from your title when you help others. It just brings more accolades back to our country.'

Cabin Crew Offers 'All Time Crush' Chocs

Cabin Crew Offers 'All Time Crush' Chocs

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'No doubt such a great human being, so humble and down to earth person.'

Planning a trip to Wimbledon next year? Your time starts now!

Planning a trip to Wimbledon next year? Your time starts now!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

First launched in 1924 and celebrating its centenary next year, the Wimbledon Ballot is intended to be the fairest means of obtaining tickets for The Championships.

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai demolish Kerala

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai demolish Kerala

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Mumbai registered a handsome 232-run win after skittling out Kerala for 94 in their Ranji Trophy Group B match in Thumba, Kerala, on Tuesday.

For luck's sake, stick to old jerseys, says BCCI

For luck's sake, stick to old jerseys, says BCCI

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Their new jerseys for World Twenty20 were unveiled amid much fanfare but a superstitious BCCI has asked India's cricketers to stick to the ones they wore during their 50-over World Cup triumph last year as a good-luck charm.

BJP moves EC against Rahul's 'panauti' remark

BJP moves EC against Rahul's 'panauti' remark

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday stepped up its protest against Rahul Gandhi for his 'panauti' jibe against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and urged the Election Commission to take action against the Congress leader.

Amid Oppn's JPC probe demand, Sharad Pawar visits Adani office, home in Guj

Amid Oppn's JPC probe demand, Sharad Pawar visits Adani office, home in Guj

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Pawar posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, pictures of him and Adani cutting a ribbon of the factory.

Formula One: 'Bianchi crash was bad luck'

Formula One: 'Bianchi crash was bad luck'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

The crash that left French Formula One driver Jules Bianchi in a critical condition with severe head injures was down to bad luck rather than poor judgement by Japanese Grand Prix race officials, a track spokesman said on Tuesday.

Mario Zagallo, Brazil soccer legend, dies at 92

Mario Zagallo, Brazil soccer legend, dies at 92

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

His Brazilian fans loved him for his idiosyncratic personality and unapologetic nationalism. He liked to say he was born with victory at his side and was rarely shy to challenge those who said his teams were too defensive.

Dunki Review: SRK Is Earnest, The Film Is Not

Dunki Review: SRK Is Earnest, The Film Is Not

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Dunki doesn't have any repeat value unlike other Hirani films. And that perhaps is saying a lot, notes Mayur Sanap.

Need a bit of luck on the day: Sodhi

Need a bit of luck on the day: Sodhi

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

He will be more than happy if a little bit of luck goes in his favour, but medal hopeful Ronjan Sodhi made it clear that Indian shooters will have no excuse to offer as far as weather and range conditions are concerned during the Olympic Games.

Shot Osama third time for good luck: Ex-US Navy SEAL

Shot Osama third time for good luck: Ex-US Navy SEAL

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

A former US Navy SEAL, who claims to have gunned down Osama bin Laden during the daring 2011 raid in Pakistan, has said he fired a third shot for "good luck" after hitting two on the elusive Al-Qaeda chief's head.

PHOTOS: Proteas remain unbeaten with crushing win over Australia

PHOTOS: Proteas remain unbeaten with crushing win over Australia

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

South Africa crushed Australia by 134 runs to cruise to their second victory at the World Cup, as Quinton de Kock struck back-to-back tons and Aiden Markram made a half-century before the bowlers ripped through the five-times champions on Thursday.

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Her swag will floor you.

Labuschagne says he is fit for 2nd Test

Labuschagne says he is fit for 2nd Test

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

'It's going to have take something pretty serious to have me miss a game.'

India's moon landing gets front-page coverage in Pak

India's moon landing gets front-page coverage in Pak

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Despite the chill in bilateral ties, Pakistan's media on Thursday gave front-page coverage to India's historic moon landing while a former minister even called it a 'great moment' for Indian Space Research Organisation.

Australia's World Cup turnaround secrets revealed

Australia's World Cup turnaround secrets revealed

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Pat Cummins on Wednesday said the five-time champions were slowly coming to their groove

'Very courageous of Priyanka to try her luck in Hollywood'

'Very courageous of Priyanka to try her luck in Hollywood'

Rediff.com15 May 2015

The actress stars in ABC's new show Quantico as the lead.

Nitish plays down 'personal friendship' with BJP remark

Nitish plays down 'personal friendship' with BJP remark

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

'I felt anguished when I read the reports about my speech at the convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University. I wanted to underscore that the then Congress government had wanted to set up a central university only in Gaya but agreed to establish another one in Motihari (East Champaran) at my instance. Work began when the BJP was in power at the Centre. But it remains the fact that the university came up as a result of my initiative'

Quiz: Know Your Filmi Background Dancers?

Quiz: Know Your Filmi Background Dancers?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.