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PIX: Sabalenka, Pegula cruise into US Open quarters

PIX: Sabalenka, Pegula cruise into US Open quarters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Aryna Sabalenka inched closer to becoming the first woman since Serena Williams (2012-14) to win consecutive US Open titles.

Cummins vows to do 'whatever it takes' for Ashes return

Cummins vows to do 'whatever it takes' for Ashes return

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Pat Cummins, who is down with a back injury, will miss the upcoming white-ball games against New Zealand and India and also the Sheffield Shield matches in the run-up to the Ashes.

'I Want The Honeymoon To Be Very Long'

'I Want The Honeymoon To Be Very Long'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'I love the institution of marriage. I love the idea of creating a family life, a unit that is yours, of having someone who's on your team, of being devoted to them.'

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Who else do we know who meditated so with such impeccable timing (much of the Lok Sabha elections over and with only the last phase to go) and hordes for unsolicited defence of the grand meditation at public expense? asks Shyam G Menon.

'I Don't Want To Box Myself'

'I Don't Want To Box Myself'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'Even though I'm just 31, I feel like I've seen a lot in my life, some voluntarily, some involuntarily.'

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Kishtwar tragedy: A father searches for his daughter

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

A father searches for his missing daughter after a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed dozens and left many others untraced.

The C P Radhakrishnan You Didn't Know

The C P Radhakrishnan You Didn't Know

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'In my 26 years at Raj Bhavan, working with more than ten governors, I can tell you C P Radhakrishnan Sir stands out.'

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.

L&T bets big on data centres, defence sector

L&T bets big on data centres, defence sector

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) is deepening its push into data centres and defence manufacturing while keeping an eye on emerging opportunities in nuclear and thermal power, chairman and managing director SN Subrahmanyan said. The engineering and construction conglomerate has invested around Rs 2,200 crore in data centres, with 32 megawatts (Mw) already operational.

Kanwariyas ransack UP dhaba over 'concealed identity'

Kanwariyas ransack UP dhaba over 'concealed identity'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

A group of kanwariyas allegedly vandalized a dhaba in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, claiming the Muslim owners displayed their identities. The incident follows a similar event and past controversies regarding religious identification of food vendors along the Kanwar route.

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Gavaskar's rare gift for Shubman Gill

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill may have fallen agonisingly short of breaking Sunil Gavaskar's iconic 54-year-old record, but he walked away with something just as special - the legend's respect.

Gauff survives 23 double faults in 3-hour thriller

Gauff survives 23 double faults in 3-hour thriller

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Gauff was two points from defeat but battled back to beat fellow American Danielle Collins 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(2) in a nearly three-hour battle to reach the third round.

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday said he was at a loss for words and overwhelmed after his statue was unveiled during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Russell's farewell ruined! Australia crush Windies

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Andre Russell was denied a winning farewell as Josh Inglis and Cameron Green smashed unbeaten half-centuries to secure Australia's eight-wicket victory

Conway replaces injured Allen in NZ squad for T20 tri-series

Conway replaces injured Allen in NZ squad for T20 tri-series

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Finn Allen has been ruled out of the tournament after suffering a foot injury while representing the San Francisco Unicorns in the Major League Cricket in the United States.

How Shubhanshu Shukla's life came full circle with space trip

How Shubhanshu Shukla's life came full circle with space trip

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, shares his journey from a shy child hearing stories of Rakesh Sharma to becoming part of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station. He emphasizes the role of the IAF in his transformation and inspires India's youth to explore space.

Durand Cup: Newbies Diamond Harbour stun Mohammedan SC

Durand Cup: Newbies Diamond Harbour stun Mohammedan SC

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Debutants and I-League 2 champions Diamond Harbour FC (DHFC) rode on Slovenian poacher Luka Majcen's injury time winner to register a 2-1 win over former champions Mohammedan Sporting, in the first Group B clash of the Durand Cup in Kolkata on Monday.

Carlsen strikes back! Crushes Praggnanandhaa, Arjun

Carlsen strikes back! Crushes Praggnanandhaa, Arjun

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Carlsen to fight for third place after wins over Arjun and Praggnanandhaa

PIX: Weather ensures thrilling fifth-day Oval finish!

PIX: Weather ensures thrilling fifth-day Oval finish!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

England had moved to within 35 runs of securing a famous victory over India when bad light and torrential rain ended an extraordinary fourth day of the final Test at The Oval on Sunday.

PIX: Kalinskaya beats Raducanu, sets up Fernandez final

PIX: Kalinskaya beats Raducanu, sets up Fernandez final

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Anna Kalinskaya outclassed Britain's Emma Raducanu at the Washington Open on Saturday to advance to the final, where she will face Leylah Fernandez.

The untold story of Pant's recovery after car crash

The untold story of Pant's recovery after car crash

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Dr Pardiwala recalled that for several weeks after the surgery, the young cricketer couldn't even brush his teeth. Pant endured 635 days of recovery, rehabilitation, multiple surgeries and extensive physiotherapy to make a triumphant return to professional cricket.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Djokovic oldest man in last 16

US Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Djokovic oldest man in last 16

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Novak Djokovic's battling victory under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium made him the oldest man to reach the last 16 at the US Open.

Meet The Man You Hated

Meet The Man You Hated

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'We knew there would be a silence from the audience after watching the film because Dhadak 2 is that kind of a film.'

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Shelton blasted an ace on match point to seal the win and avenge his five-set loss to Tiafoe at last year's U.S. Open as the 22-year-old continues to make strides in his breakout season.

De Minaur wins Washington Open in epic comeback!

De Minaur wins Washington Open in epic comeback!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Alex De Minaur rallied from a set down and saved three match points to claim the Washington Open title after beating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the final of the ATP 500 event.

PIX: When Champion Sinner met UK's Royal kids

PIX: When Champion Sinner met UK's Royal kids

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Sinner signed a few tennis balls for the Royal kids, and later, at the post-match press conference he revealed what he said to Prince George and Princess Charlotte after his victory.

This Hit Director Makes A Comeback

This Hit Director Makes A Comeback

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'Love stories don't really excite me.'

Wimbledon PIX: Sabalenka, Siegemund Book QF Berth

Wimbledon PIX: Sabalenka, Siegemund Book QF Berth

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Pavlyuchenkova beats Kartal to reach last eight despite line-calling glitch

Gambhir doffs his hat to 'extraordinary' Jaddu Bhai

Gambhir doffs his hat to 'extraordinary' Jaddu Bhai

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The 36-year-old all-rounder once again rose to the occasion, batting with remarkable patience, steel and a fierce will to fight. Partnering first with Jasprit Bumrah and then Mohammed Siraj, Jadeja weathered thunderbolts and mind games. His 61 not out off 181 balls, spread over nearly five hours, brought India within 22 agonising runs of victory.

#Father'sDay: 'He Makes Our Dreams Come True Every Day'

#Father'sDay: 'He Makes Our Dreams Come True Every Day'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

From posting adorable pictures to penning down heartwarming messages, film folk are going all out on social media to make this Father's Day extra special.

Murray's shirt from Wimbledon triumph up for grabs!

Murray's shirt from Wimbledon triumph up for grabs!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Andy Murray's match-worn shirt from his historic 2013 Wimbledon triumph could soon adorn the wall of a lucky fan's home, for the right price, after it was put up for auction along with other pieces of sporting memorabilia from the tournament.

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's T20 squad for next month's Asia Cup, but IPL star performers Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

'I Was Lucky To Defeat Gukesh 3 Times'

'I Was Lucky To Defeat Gukesh 3 Times'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

'You need hard work along with talent to reach exceptional heights.'

The World Plays Squid Games Again

The World Plays Squid Games Again

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

With the third and final season out, fans across the world are playing the Squid Games again.

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Root gets reprieve, Gavaskar slams umpiring

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Joe Root was on 36 and digging in when Mohammed Siraj angled one in that rapped him square on the pads. The Indians went up in unison. But umpire Paul Reiffel stood his ground.

Happy-go-lucky Heymal

Happy-go-lucky Heymal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

What's absolutely loveable is the Navra Maza Navsacha 2 actor's knack for choosing the perfect look for any outing.

Raja Saab: Prabhas' Shah Rukh-Style Romance

Raja Saab: Prabhas' Shah Rukh-Style Romance

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

The teaser of the Prabhas starrer Raja Saab gives us a peek into the horror-fantasy film.

Fritz defends Eastbourne title

Fritz defends Eastbourne title

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'I just love it here. Every year I come here and it's such a good week.'

FIDE Women's World Cup to have an Indian winner for first time

FIDE Women's World Cup to have an Indian winner for first time

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

On pure experience of playing big games, Humpy goes in the final as the favourite against compatriot Deshmukh.

A century of Tests is a privilege, says Mitchell Starc

A century of Tests is a privilege, says Mitchell Starc

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Mitchell Starc will become just the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath to play 100 Tests.