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'Chinese actions on India border provocative, destabilising'

'Chinese actions on India border provocative, destabilising'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The Indian and Chinese armies have been locked in a bitter standoff at multiple locations in eastern Ladakh for over eight weeks since May 5.

First Sikh-American Attorney racially targeted over his turban

First Sikh-American Attorney racially targeted over his turban

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

'I'm a Sikh American. I have 3 daughters. And yesterday, I told them to turn off the radio,' he tweeted.

Kamala Harris promises jobs, affordable care act

Kamala Harris promises jobs, affordable care act

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Hitting hard on the three and half years of the Trump administration during her first appearance after being picked as the vice presidential nominee of the Democratic party on Tuesday, Harris, 55, presented a long list of missteps taken by the current United States government.

Soccer: Fletcher joins Manchester United's coaching staff

Soccer: Fletcher joins Manchester United's coaching staff

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

City's Guardiola defends Mendy after COVID protocol breach.

HUL drops 'Fair' from 'Fair & Lovely', to rebrand skincare cream

HUL drops 'Fair' from 'Fair & Lovely', to rebrand skincare cream

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

"Taking forward the brand's journey towards a more inclusive vision of beauty, the company will stop using the word 'Fair' in the brand name 'Fair & Lovely'. The new name is awaiting regulatory approvals and we expect to change the name in the next few months," Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) said in a statement. As part of the rebranding, the company will also be announcing the new name for the 'Fair & Lovely' Foundation, set up in 2003 to offer scholarships to women to help them pursue their education.

'Go back to trees that you came from': When Windies heroes faced racial slurs

'Go back to trees that you came from': When Windies heroes faced racial slurs

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Nicknamed 'Whispering Death', Holding recalls in the Sky Sports-produced series - 'My Icon' - he faced most racial discrimination in Australia and England.

We chose to leave darkness behind and step into the light

We chose to leave darkness behind and step into the light

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

We cannot simply bhangra off into the sunset. But we should take a moment to celebrate. A long, historic, poignant moment. This election is a Big. Freaking. Deal. For our country, our futures, our children, our spirits, notes Pia Padukone.

Terrorism biggest threat to humanity: PM at BRICS meet

Terrorism biggest threat to humanity: PM at BRICS meet

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Modi said that there was an immediate need to strengthen the WTO, fighting protectionism, ensuring energy security and work together to fight terrorism.

First woman US VP, Kamala Harris vows will not be the last

First woman US VP, Kamala Harris vows "will not be the last"

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

In the first address as United States Vice President-elect, Kamala Harris thanked people of the United States "for turning out in record number" and said Americans have ushered in a "new day" for the country.

'America owned' hotel signs trigger discrimination row

'America owned' hotel signs trigger discrimination row

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association has recently launched an aggressive and concerted campaign to fight the practice of putting up 'American owned' signs at some hotels.

Allegri hits back at Balotelli 'troublemaker' claims

Allegri hits back at Balotelli 'troublemaker' claims

Rediff.com24 Aug 2013

AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri has hit back at claims from the mayor of Verona that Mario Balotelli is a troublemaker, saying the problem of racism lies with supporters not the Italy attacker.

Drogba points out some home truths to banana-waving fan

Drogba points out some home truths to banana-waving fan

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Galatasaray striker Didier Drogba hit back at a Fenerbahce fan who waved a banana towards him and team mate Emmanuel Eboue during the weekend's league encounter by highlighting some home truths about racism.

Klopp defends Ozil over Erdogan photo controversy

Klopp defends Ozil over Erdogan photo controversy

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

'Cultural diversity, we all thought it was cool around the (Germany-hosted) 2006 World Cup... now two guys are seduced by politically intelligent people to have a photo, and then have relatively few opportunities to say what they want 100 percent right'

When cricket made money for Bollywood

When cricket made money for Bollywood

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

As Sonam, Ranveer gear up for cricket movies we take a look at other hit cricket movies.

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.

'Milan walkoff against the rules'

'Milan walkoff against the rules'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

AC Milan's walkoff after midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng was racially abused in a friendly this month was against the rules but the club will not be punished, Serie A's disciplinary commissioner said on Tuesday.

England reported to FIFA after Ferdinand racially abused

England reported to FIFA after Ferdinand racially abused

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

England have been reported to world governing body FIFA after racist abuse was heard from visiting fans at last week's World Cup qualifier in San Marino.

Football: Klopp named Premier League Manager of the Season

Football: Klopp named Premier League Manager of the Season

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

News of all that tranpired on and off the football field.

Hotel Mumbai Review

Hotel Mumbai Review

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Hotel Mumbai wants to be a gripping depiction of a grim time but it could've been a lot more, feels Sukanya Verma.

Is Hardik being punished for spilling insider secrets?

Is Hardik being punished for spilling insider secrets?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

'His sin was that he made public a certain lifestyle that was to be kept within the confines of those sweaty dressing rooms,' says Sreehari Nair.

'Go back to India': This CEO racially abused by Trump supporters in US

'Go back to India': This CEO racially abused by Trump supporters in US

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

Ravin Gandhi wrote an op-ed for CNBC following Trump's Charlottesville remarks but was quickly trolled and racially abused by readers.

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'... That they should emerge as role-models to be emulated by the fellow countrymen; and that the middle classes should not stick only to hate-filled and scornful criticism and condemnation against the state of affairs,' remembers Mohammad Sajjad.

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.

South Africa's Indian family guests in race row

South Africa's Indian family guests in race row

Rediff.com4 May 2013

The row surrounding a lavish Indian wedding in South Africa on Friday got mired in another controversy after a labour union alleged "racism at its worst" against some guests attending the event.

'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.

Helsinki prepares for Trump-Putin summit

Helsinki prepares for Trump-Putin summit

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

United States President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin are due to meet Monday in Helsinki in a historic meet. However, ahead of the summit in Finland, thousands of Helsinki protesters demonstrated against Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump. About 2,500 protesters demonstrated in support of human rights, democracy and the environment.

World Cup diary: Brussels metro plays French soccer anthem

World Cup diary: Brussels metro plays French soccer anthem

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Brussels commuters, heading to work the morning after Belgium's painful World Cup loss to France, had to endure the French soccer anthem piped through the city's metro on Wednesday.

US still the promised land for most migrants: Survey

US still the promised land for most migrants: Survey

Rediff.com23 Mar 2013

India and China, are estimated to receive the most remittances globally, at $69,797 mn and $66,275 mn, respectively, in 2012

Ozil's departure draws mixed response

Ozil's departure draws mixed response

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Most Turks well integrated in Germany, government says after Ozil's racism comments

Families torn apart: Toll of Trump's immigration order

Families torn apart: Toll of Trump's immigration order

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

United States President Donald Trump's new executive order banning immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries -- Iran, Iraq, Libya, Sudan, Yemen, Syria and Somalia - has upended the lives of many families across the world.

'BJP is getting a walkover and we are providing them with a red carpet'

'BJP is getting a walkover and we are providing them with a red carpet'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

'Painting opponents as the enemy of the State, using fake news, making wild allegations about rival parties, curtailing civil liberties and challenging the Constitution itself are worrying developments.'

Euro 2016: Football fever grips France ahead of Romania opener

Euro 2016: Football fever grips France ahead of Romania opener

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

France kick off their Euro 2016 campaign against Romania on Friday with the host nation desperate for a ray of sunshine after being hit by strikes, floods and scandals in the build-up. Protests against a labour law and torrential rain that has caused the Seine river to rise to levels not seen in decades have created a bleak backdrop to the tournament where France will start as favourites. A state of emergency is also still in force after last November's Islamist attacks killed 130 people in Paris at several sites including the Stade de France, the venue for Friday's opening game.

We trust UEFA: Solskjaer

We trust UEFA: Solskjaer

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

The Group L fixture, to be played under tight security in the Serbian capital, comes after England's black players suffered racist abuse at their Euro 2020 qualifier at neighbouring Bulgaria on October 14.

Britain seeks clarity on Serbian brawl charges

Britain seeks clarity on Serbian brawl charges

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The British government is investigating the full details of criminal charges laid by Serbian police against two England Under-21 soccer players after this month's Euro 2013 playoff ended in a mass brawl.

Will be the Prez who seeks to unify, not divide: Biden

Will be the Prez who seeks to unify, not divide: Biden

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

"I pledge to be a president who seeks not to divide, but to unify; who doesn't see red states and blue states, only sees the United States," Biden said in his victory speech on Saturday night.

Obama critic Dinesh D'souza accused of affair

Obama critic Dinesh D'souza accused of affair

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

The best selling author, firebrand conservative Christian and co-director of the highly successful and polemical docu drama, 2016: Obama's America, Dinesh D'Souza, is surely one of the most controversial writers and activists in America.

Black or White?

Black or White?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2003

More are more people are turning against racism, discovers Tara Shankar Sahay.

City star Kolarov probed for alleged racist language

City star Kolarov probed for alleged racist language

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Manchester City player Aleksandar Kolarov is reportedly at the centre of an alleged racism complaint.

Chemical poured on face, rope tied around US actor's neck in 'hate crime'

Chemical poured on face, rope tied around US actor's neck in 'hate crime'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Hollywood actor Jussie Smollett was admitted to hospital following an attack that is being described as a possible hate crime.

Bottas pips Hamilton for pole at Austrian F1 GP

Bottas pips Hamilton for pole at Austrian F1 GP

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

The front row lockout was a record-equalling 65th for champions Mercedes.