News for '-obi'

Godfather Actor Robert Duvall Dies At 95

Godfather Actor Robert Duvall Dies At 95

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'Robert Duvall's passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a great meal, and holding court.'

EPL PIX; Man United lose; Chelsea close in on CL spot

EPL PIX; Man United lose; Chelsea close in on CL spot

Rediff.com5 May 2025

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Sunday.

PIX: Manchester United's gloom deepens!

PIX: Manchester United's gloom deepens!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Not since 1973-74 have Manchester United lost 12 of their opening 25 games in a top-flight season.

Arjun Achieves What Sachin Couldn't

Arjun Achieves What Sachin Couldn't

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Arjun Tendulkar achieved a feat that even his illustrious father couldn't: A first class century and a five-wicket haul.

Telangana tunnel rescue op in full swing amid fading hope

Telangana tunnel rescue op in full swing amid fading hope

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

The chances of survival for eight people trapped in a collapsed tunnel in Telangana are "very remote," according to a minister. Rescue efforts are ongoing but the minister says it could take three to four days to reach the trapped individuals due to the debris and muck. The minister also mentioned a team of rat miners, who had rescued construction workers in Uttarakhand in 2023, are now assisting with the rescue efforts.

FA Cup PIX: Holders Man United dumped out in penalties

FA Cup PIX: Holders Man United dumped out in penalties

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Welbeck extra-time winner sends Brighton into quarters

BlackBerry doesn't consider Xiaomi, Obi as competitors

BlackBerry doesn't consider Xiaomi, Obi as competitors

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

The struggling smartphone maker has been slashing prices of its handsets in India -- Z30, Z10, Q5, 9320 and 9720 -- to drive sales due to competition from Android, iOS and Nokia's Windows Phone, which have been offering devices at affordable prices.

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

Alec Guinness' iconic cloak from the 1977 epic Star Wars film, where the actor played Obi-Wan Kenobi, headlines a unique memorabilia auction taking place at Bonhams, UK.

STRANGER THINGS. HORROR. ACTION

STRANGER THINGS. HORROR. ACTION

Rediff.com27 May 2022

This week on OTT is only about three things -- entertainment, entertainment, entertainment.

Mikel's kidnapped father is released

Mikel's kidnapped father is released

Rediff.com23 Aug 2011

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel' father has been released by his kidnappers in Nigeria, the player' management company said on Monday.

India's Budget has become more transparent

India's Budget has become more transparent

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

The Indian budgetary system has become more transparent over the years, with the government providing significant information on the Budget, a survey has said.

Mikel wants Hiddink to extend Chelsea stay beyond season-end

Mikel wants Hiddink to extend Chelsea stay beyond season-end

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

Midfielder John Obi Mikel wants interim manager Guus Hiddink to extend his stay at Chelsea beyond the current season, despite the Dutchman confirming his intention to leave the club in May.

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

NBA roundup: Lakers rally past Pistons after LeBron ejected

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook led the Lakers from 17 points down in the second half. Davis had 30 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, while Westbrook supplied 26 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds. Carmelo Anthony added 18 points.

Chelsea's Mikel joins China gold rush with move to Tianjin

Chelsea's Mikel joins China gold rush with move to Tianjin

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel has become the latest big name player to join the Chinese Super League gold rush after leaving Chelsea for Tianjin Teda.

Reluctant tactical switch pays dividends for Nigeria

Reluctant tactical switch pays dividends for Nigeria

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Nigeria's top players needed persuasion to change positions in a tactical shake-up but coach Gernot Rohr's plans paid dividends as they beat Iceland 2-0 on Friday to get back in contention to progress to the World Cup's last 16.

'People abroad were surprised to know that we tattoo in India'

'People abroad were surprised to know that we tattoo in India'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

India's Abhinandan Basu is among the 100 top tattoo artists in the world list.

Champions League PHOTOS: Super-sub Cavani to PSG's rescue

Champions League PHOTOS: Super-sub Cavani to PSG's rescue

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Paris St Germain substitute Edinson Cavani, criticised by French media lacking composure in front of goal, responded in style to earn a 2-1 home win over Chelsea in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Tuesday.

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

NBA: Pascal Siakam nets 40 in Raptors' OT win over Celtics

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Marcus Smart had 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who had a six-game winning streak come to a halt. Grant Williams added 17 points, and Derrick White had 15 points and eight assists. Boston was without Jayson Tatum (knee), Jaylen Brown (knee), Robert Williams III (knee) and Al Horford (personal).

Sports Shorts: Another podium finish for Jehan Daruvala

Sports Shorts: Another podium finish for Jehan Daruvala

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

NBA roundup: Hornets spoil Kyrie Irving's home debut

Callow Nigeria will get stronger with age, says coach

Callow Nigeria will get stronger with age, says coach

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

'My team gave their best. They played a very good second half and missed qualifying by just a few minutes. These kind of matches build the character of the team.'

How many smartphone companies can survive in India? Maximum 6!

How many smartphone companies can survive in India? Maximum 6!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Sculley, who has also served as the President of PepsiCo, said his own firm Obi Mobiles will leverage expertise in marketing and sales to ensure its place in the top six.

EPL: Chelsea go top, Southampton end Liverpool's dream start

EPL: Chelsea go top, Southampton end Liverpool's dream start

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

Chelsea put a miserable week behind them to return to the Premier League summit with a 2-0 win over Fulham as the wheels came off Liverpool's bright start in a 1-0 home defeat to Southampton on Saturday.

Three Indians on world's 100 notable tattoo artists list

Three Indians on world's 100 notable tattoo artists list

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

The World Atlas of Tattoo features Nagaland's Mo Naga, Kolkata's Abhinandan 'Obi' Basu and new Delhi's Manjeet Singh, amongst the who's who of tattoo art all over the world.

Yaya Toure wins African Footballer of Year for third time

Yaya Toure wins African Footballer of Year for third time

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure landed his third successive African Footballer of the Year award on Thursday to cap a memorable week.

Chelsea 'regret' handling of Clattenburg case

Chelsea 'regret' handling of Clattenburg case

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Chelsea have expressed regret over their handling of allegations against referee Mark Clattenburg after a Premier League match last month, the club said on Tuesday.

Referee Clattenburg cleared of racism charge

Referee Clattenburg cleared of racism charge

Rediff.com23 Nov 2012

English referee Mark Clattenburg will not face any disciplinary action following a complaint by European champions Chelsea that he used racist language towards a player, the Football Association said on Thursday.

Police drop probe into complaint against Clattenburg

Police drop probe into complaint against Clattenburg

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

London's Metropolitan Police have dropped an investigation into a complaint made against referee Mark Clattenburg for alleged inappropriate language towards a Chelsea player last month.

League Cup quarters: Mourinho not taking Derby County lightly

League Cup quarters: Mourinho not taking Derby County lightly

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Jose Mourinho will select a strong Chelsea side out of respect to high-flying Championship team Derby County when they meet in the quarter-finals of the Capital One Cup on Tuesday.

Chelsea's Mikel gets three-match ban over Clattenburg row

Chelsea's Mikel gets three-match ban over Clattenburg row

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has been given a three-match ban and a 60,000 pounds fine after admitting a charge of using threatening or abusive language towards referee Mark Clattenburg after a home defeat by Manchester United in October.

Benitez abuse affects players, says Chelsea's Mikel

Benitez abuse affects players, says Chelsea's Mikel

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel believes fan negativity is affecting the players at the Premier League club.

Mikel is Chelsea's unsung hero, says Di Matteo

Mikel is Chelsea's unsung hero, says Di Matteo

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

John Obi Mikel's value to Chelsea often goes unrecognised by the media and by fans of the European champions but manager Roberto Di Matteo says the Nigeria midfielder is one of the club's unsung heroes.

Nigeria heroes Mikel and Moses can lift Chelsea: Benitez

Nigeria heroes Mikel and Moses can lift Chelsea: Benitez

Rediff.com16 Feb 2013

The return of African Nations Cup heroes John Obi Mikel and Victor Moses will add an extra dimension to Chelsea's squad for the last three months of the season, interim manager Rafael Benitez said.

EPL: Chelsea cruise past Southampton, Everton beat West Ham

EPL: Chelsea cruise past Southampton, Everton beat West Ham

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Romelu Lukaku's 50th league goal for Everton put them on the way to a deserved 2-0 victory over West Ham United on Sunday, ending a run of four league games without a win. It kept the Merseysiders sixth in the Premier League and West Ham in the bottom five.

Federer shows his choice of ride for India trip

Federer shows his choice of ride for India trip

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

On Friday, the Swiss legend posted a picture of his 'vehicle of choice' for the journey, on his Twitter page.

Chelsea's Mikel gets 'sizeable' demand for dad

Chelsea's Mikel gets 'sizeable' demand for dad

Rediff.com18 Aug 2011

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has received a "sizeable" ransom demand for the return of his kidnapped father, the player's management company confirmed on Thursday.

Serie A: Juve win again, Cassano nets for Milan

Serie A: Juve win again, Cassano nets for Milan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

Leaders Juventus stayed three points clear in Serie A on Sunday after they thumped lowly Novara 4-0 and second-placed AC Milan won 4-1 at Siena with Antonio Cassano scoring for the first time since heart surgery in October.

Napoli go top after winning at 10-man Inter

Napoli go top after winning at 10-man Inter

Rediff.com2 Oct 2011

Napoli shot to the top of Serie A with a controversial 3-0 win at 10-man Inter Milan on Saturday as Claudio Ranieri suffered his first defeat in charge and was sent off at halftime.

Bookies favour Chelsea to retain FA Cup

Bookies favour Chelsea to retain FA Cup

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Bookies have placed Premier League leaders Chelsea as the new clear favourites with 3-1 odds to retain the FA Cup following Sunday's fourth-round draw.

Nigerian held for raping Aus woman in Goa

Nigerian held for raping Aus woman in Goa

Rediff.com3 May 2010

The Goa police chargesheeted a 25-year-old Nigerian tourist for allegedly raping an Australian woman during her stay in Goa last month. The Crime Branch, which investigated the case, filed the chargesheet in a trial court within 15 days of the incident.