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Italian PM calls up Dr Singh over marines issue

Italian PM calls up Dr Singh over marines issue

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday told his Italian counterpart Mario Monti that a view on specific aspects of the case involving two marines facing murder charges in the country cannot be taken pending investigations.

PHOTOS: Watch out for the Azzuri WAGS in Samba land!

PHOTOS: Watch out for the Azzuri WAGS in Samba land!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Some people come to the football stadium to watch the beautiful game while some come to catch a glimpse of the glamorous WAGS (wife and girlfriends) of the footballers. While the Italian players grab the headlines for their on-field showing, at the ongoing FIFA Confederations Cup in Brazil, their WAGS also enjoying a spot in the limelight.

Indian-origin Kamala Harris drops out of US presidential race

Indian-origin Kamala Harris drops out of US presidential race

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Harris, who is of mixed Indian and African heritage, had been polling poorly in recent weeks.

Magical Messi sinks Atletico as Barca return to the top

Magical Messi sinks Atletico as Barca return to the top

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

It was Messi's 30th goal in 39 competitive games against Atletico

We risked getting isolated: Italian PM on marines row

We risked getting isolated: Italian PM on marines row

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Outlining the reasons for sending back to India the two marines accused of killing Indian fishermen, Italy's outgoing Prime Minister Mario Monti said Rome faced serious risk of being isolated internationally and could have opened a crisis of "serious proportions" with New Delhi.

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

The best-costumed attendees at the annual Comic-Con gathering in San Diego.

Bayern risk undermining harmony with big-name signings

Bayern risk undermining harmony with big-name signings

Rediff.com2 Jun 2013

As the superlatives rained down on treble-winning Bayern Munich on Sunday, it was difficult to see where the all-conquering Bavarians could find room for new signing Mario Goetze and, if speculation turns out to be true, Robert Lewandowski.

Mancini, Balotelli in training-ground spat: Report

Mancini, Balotelli in training-ground spat: Report

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini was involved in a training ground bust-up with volatile forward Mario Balotelli on Thursday, the Manchester Evening News reported.

US rejects Chinese claims in South China Sea in new escalation

US rejects Chinese claims in South China Sea in new escalation

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The US, he said, rejects any Chinese claim to waters beyond a 12-nautical mile territorial sea derived from islands it claims in the Spratly Islands (without prejudice to other states' sovereignty claims over such islands).

CL Preview: Ronaldo prepared for emotional return to Old Trafford

CL Preview: Ronaldo prepared for emotional return to Old Trafford

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for an emotional return to his former club Manchester United in the Champions League on Tuesday but believes the Italian side can win by executing their gameplan.

Klopp looks on bright side despite Dante let-off

Klopp looks on bright side despite Dante let-off

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Borussia Dortmund coach Juergen Klopp is such a bouncy character that not even a Champions League final defeat can really get him down, but the decision not to send off Bayern Munich defender Dante in Saturday's 2-1 defeat did rankle.

Bayern win Champions League with last-gasp Robben goal

Bayern win Champions League with last-gasp Robben goal

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Bayern Munich overcame the heartbreak of losing two finals in three seasons by beating Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in a memorable all-German Champions League final in Wembley on Saturday to become European champions for the fifth time.

Pope Francis, PONTIFF OF FIRSTS, breaks tradition

Pope Francis, PONTIFF OF FIRSTS, breaks tradition

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

The newly elected Pope Francis has made history in more ways than one. Being dubbed as the Pontiff of Firsts, Jorge Mario Bergoglio is the first non-European leader of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics in more than 1,000 years.

'Not my president' chants ring out across America

'Not my president' chants ring out across America

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Trump's poll-defying win has sparked a wave of similar rallies across the country.

Balotelli could return against Manchester United

Balotelli could return against Manchester United

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

Mario Balotelli could return for Liverpool at Manchester United this weekend having returned to training after missing a month with a thigh injury, manager Brendan Rodgers said on Friday.

P!nk, Beyonce, Beiber: Forbes' Richest Musicians

P!nk, Beyonce, Beiber: Forbes' Richest Musicians

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

This one is the undisputed king of all surprises!

Blatter 'appalled' by racism at Milan-Roma game

Blatter 'appalled' by racism at Milan-Roma game

Rediff.com13 May 2013

FIFA President Sepp Blatter was 'appalled' by racist jeering directed at AC Milan's Mario Balotelli during their Serie A match against AS Roma, he said on Monday.

Inter fined 50,000 euros for Balotelli racist abuse

Inter fined 50,000 euros for Balotelli racist abuse

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Inter Milan have been fined 50,000 euros after fans racially abused their former player Mario Balotelli in Sunday's city derby with AC Milan, Serie A said in a statement on Tuesday.

Napoli book Champions League spot, Juve interrupted

Napoli book Champions League spot, Juve interrupted

Rediff.com9 May 2013

Napoli qualified for the Champions League group stage by winning 3-0 at Bologna on Wednesday and two goals from Mario Balotelli kept AC Milan on course for the qualifying round with a 4-0 victory at Pescara.

Soccer PIX: Inter lose, top-four finish in balance

Soccer PIX: Inter lose, top-four finish in balance

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Galatasaray win 22nd Turkish title after beating closest rival

Wimbledon: How the women's finalists measure up

Wimbledon: How the women's finalists measure up

Rediff.com6 Jul 2013

Check out the head-to-head record of Sabine Lisicki and Marion Bartoli ahead of the women's singles final at Wimbledon.

India accounts for most selfie deaths in the world

India accounts for most selfie deaths in the world

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

A study reveals that 259 people have died trying to take an extreme selfie since 2011.

Racism on the sporting field must stop!

Racism on the sporting field must stop!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Many former players believe that storming out of games is a powerful tool to counter racism, a move that will force administrators to take the problem more seriously, and act in a way that compels clubs to obliterate such a culture and evict those responsible, says Dhruv Munjal.

Euro 2016: Ronaldo, Nani power Portugal into final

Euro 2016: Ronaldo, Nani power Portugal into final

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani struck in quick succession early in the second half to fire Portugal to a 2-0 win over Wales in the first Euro 2016 semi-final on Wednesday. After a tense and tactical first half, Ronaldo broke the deadlock five minutes after the re-start when he leapt majestically to head Raphael Guerreiro's pinpoint cross into the net following a short corner.

Euro 2016: Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final

Euro 2016: Germany forced to make key changes for semi-final

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Germany coach Joachim Loew has been forced to make changes to his team for Thursday's semi-final against hosts France at Euro 2016 because of injuries and a suspension, including replacing key goalscorer Mario Gomez.

Balotelli banned for three matches after insulting official

Balotelli banned for three matches after insulting official

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

Maverick forward Mario Balotelli was given a three-match ban on Tuesday for insulting the fourth official at the end of AC Milan's 2-2 draw at Fiorentina at the weekend.

NBA: Anthony's 50 points fires playoff warning shot to Heat

NBA: Anthony's 50 points fires playoff warning shot to Heat

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

Carmelo Anthony's stunning 50-point performance led the New York Knicks to a 102-90 win over defending NBA champions Miami on Tuesday, extending their winning streak to nine games.

Bayern edge past Frankfurt, Hoffenheim crush Hamburg

Bayern edge past Frankfurt, Hoffenheim crush Hamburg

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Treble winners Bayern Munich edged past Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 courtesy of a Mario Mandzukic volley on Saturday to equal their club record of 27 games without defeat as minnows Hoffenheim demolished Hamburg SV 5-1.

'You play football every day but only visit the Pope once in a lifetime'

'You play football every day but only visit the Pope once in a lifetime'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

Meeting the Pope is more important than Italy's friendly against Argentina on Wednesday, coach Cesare Prandelli told reporters as he disagreed with striker Mario Balotelli.

PIX: Balotelli overshadows Neymar as Italy rally to hold Brazil

PIX: Balotelli overshadows Neymar as Italy rally to hold Brazil

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

Images from the football friendly played between Italy and Brazil in Geneva on Thursday.

Costa in FIFA Ballon D'Or short-list; Suarez misses out

Costa in FIFA Ballon D'Or short-list; Suarez misses out

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Chelsea's Spanish striker Diego Costa was named along with usual suspects Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in the 23- man FIFA Ballon D'Or short-list released on Tuesday.

Don't Miss: The interesting videos this week!

Don't Miss: The interesting videos this week!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Don't Miss: The interesting videos this week!

Who is Pope Francis I?

Who is Pope Francis I?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

In a lifetime of teaching and leading priests in Latin America, which has the largest share of the world's Catholics, Bergoglio has shown a keen political sensibility as well as the kind of self-effacing humility that fellow cardinals value highly, says his official biographer, Sergio Rubin.

Dortmund's Goetze out of Champions League final

Dortmund's Goetze out of Champions League final

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mario Goetze will miss Saturday's Champions League final against Bayern Munich due to a thigh muscle injury, the Bundesliga club said on Wednesday.

Champions League: Rodgers unimpressed by Balotelli's shirt swap

Champions League: Rodgers unimpressed by Balotelli's shirt swap

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Mario Balotelli's misfiring career at Anfield took another turn for the worst against Real Madrid on Wednesday with a halftime shirt-swap that did not impress manager Brendan Rodgers.

There's more to Poland than Lewandowski and Germany knows it

There's more to Poland than Lewandowski and Germany knows it

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

World champions Germany have warned that there is more to their biggest Euro 2016 group rivals Poland than Bundesliga top scorer Robert Lewandowski.

Balotelli helps 10-man Milan sink Genoa

Balotelli helps 10-man Milan sink Genoa

Rediff.com9 Mar 2013

Mario Balotelli came off the bench to help 10-man AC Milan record a 2-0 victory at Genoa on Friday that tightened their grip on third place in Serie A ahead of Tuesday's Champions League return match with Barcelona.

Mancini ready to give Balotelli another chance

Mancini ready to give Balotelli another chance

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Manchester City will give volatile Italian striker Mario Balotelli another chance, manager Roberto Mancini said on Friday.

City's Balotelli withdraws appeal, ready to pay club fine

City's Balotelli withdraws appeal, ready to pay club fine

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

Mario Balotelli has accepted a fine of two weeks' wages from Manchester City after withdrawing his appeal against disciplinary action taken against him by the Premier League champions, the club said on Wednesday.

City bosses order Mancini to sell 'menace' Balotelli

City bosses order Mancini to sell 'menace' Balotelli

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has been advised by the influential members of the Etihad hierarchy to get rid of madcap striker Mario Balotelli or risk losing his own job.