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Islamic State claims Nice attacker as a 'soldier'

Islamic State claims Nice attacker as a 'soldier'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Bouhlel was a petty criminal who hadn't been on the radar of French intelligence services before the attack.

Kvitova plays down favourite tag at Wimbledon

Kvitova plays down favourite tag at Wimbledon

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

'Maybe the last tournament changed something in people's minds but not in mine. I'm really enjoying every match but, still, I think I do have lot of things to improve'

Have you travelled to the navel of the earth?

Have you travelled to the navel of the earth?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

Arundhuti Dasgupta finds herself surrounded by Greek legends and fables in the mythical centre of the world.

From Delhi to Kerala, rain continues to wreak havoc

From Delhi to Kerala, rain continues to wreak havoc

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The national capital received heavy precipitation resulting in waterlogging on several roads and traffic jams at various intersections.

NY blast suspect arrested after shootout with cops

NY blast suspect arrested after shootout with cops

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Ahmad Khan Rahami, the man suspected in bombings in New York and New Jersey, is now in custody after a shootout with police, CNN reported.

Abhilash Tomy eager to go back to sea

Abhilash Tomy eager to go back to sea

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

The naval officer had circumnavigated the globe in 2012-13, and was a special invitee at the race, which commemorates 50 years of the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race 1968-69.

Summit will strengthen intra-BRICS cooperation: Modi

Summit will strengthen intra-BRICS cooperation: Modi

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he looks forward to useful conversations with his fellow leaders from China, South Africa, Brazil and Russia on addressing pressing international and regional challenges that stand in the way of their goals.

20 photos you won't believe were taken on an iPhone

20 photos you won't believe were taken on an iPhone

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

The best camera is the one you have in your pocket. Ever since the release of the first iPhone, the iPhone Photography Awards, now in its 11th year, highlights the best of the best. This year's winners were selected from thousands of entries and from photographers in 140 countries. The winning image, taken by Jashish Salam of Bangladesh and titled "Displaced," shows a crowded refugee camp with Rohingya children watching a film about sanitation. Other awards included prizes for photographer of the year and 18 other categories like Nature, Children and Travel. Check out the winning images.

Molinari plots course through the mayhem to win British Open

Molinari plots course through the mayhem to win British Open

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Francesco Molinari kept the coolest head in Carnoustie as he steered a steady course through a wild afternoon of nailbiting tension at the British Open on Sunday to become the first Italian major champion.

EPL 2015-16: Manchester Utd v Tottenham pick of opening day matches

EPL 2015-16: Manchester Utd v Tottenham pick of opening day matches

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Champions Chelsea begin title defence at home to Swansea City, while runners-up Manchester City kick-off at West Bromwich Albion

The notes behind how Tamil Nadu votes

The notes behind how Tamil Nadu votes

Rediff.com16 May 2016

In a lot of ways, Tamil Nadu votes exactly as do other states. But at places there are crucial differences.

Lessons from Bollywood: What to do on a beach!

Lessons from Bollywood: What to do on a beach!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Here's how Bollywood makes most of its time on the beach. Take notes.

REVEALED: New York bomb suspect's Pakistani links

REVEALED: New York bomb suspect's Pakistani links

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

Rahami travelled to Pakistan in April 2013 and returned in March of the following year, according to a federal official.

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

A cold snap in Europe and parts of America has caused chaos and crippled the lives of thousands. There have been over 20 weather-related deaths across Europe -- with snow continuing to fall across the continent. In America, Washington was blanketed in white after the US capital was hit by its first snow of the year. Here are glimpses from the snow bomb.

Germany's World Cup win immortalized in film 'Die Mannschaft'

Germany's World Cup win immortalized in film 'Die Mannschaft'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Germans basked in World Cup glory again when the national team were honoured before attending the premiere of the official movie about their victory in Brazil in July.

Tennis round-up: French Open defeat still 'killing me' says Halep

Tennis round-up: French Open defeat still 'killing me' says Halep

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

Asked which thoughts, the world number two from Constanta said: "The only one, very tough thought is one set, 3-0 up, that I couldn't take that game.

Modiji, will my mother afford to buy onions in 2020?

Modiji, will my mother afford to buy onions in 2020?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

'If prices of everyday consumption don't come down, employment doesn't pick up, 2020 will not be a happy year for anyone but the super rich,' notes Sherna Gandhy.

14 killed in twin attacks in Barcelona; Islamic State claims responsibility

14 killed in twin attacks in Barcelona; Islamic State claims responsibility

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack. According to US monitor SITE Intelligence Group, the extremist group's propaganda outlet AMAQ claimed that the executors of the attack were soldiers of the Islamic State.

Moyes can restore tarnished reputation at Real Sociedad

Moyes can restore tarnished reputation at Real Sociedad

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

New Real Sociedad coach David Moyes faces a tough challenge to get the Basque club back on La Liga track but it is also a chance for the Scot to restore his reputation after a failed stint at Manchester United.

The unexplored foreign destinations that want Indian travellers

The unexplored foreign destinations that want Indian travellers

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Just an hour or so from the ones we commonly throng to, they promise a lot more for a lot less.

REWIND: 15 TOP moments from the week gone by

REWIND: 15 TOP moments from the week gone by

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Here's a collection of some of the best photos, taken last week, from around the globe.

Sports Shorts: Edmund sends Murray packing, Wozniacki wins

Sports Shorts: Edmund sends Murray packing, Wozniacki wins

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Cycling: Olympic champion Vogel stable after operation

Sword-wielding man attacks cops outside Buckingham Palace; 3 injured

Sword-wielding man attacks cops outside Buckingham Palace; 3 injured

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

Scotland Yard has launched an investigation after a 26-year-old man stopped his car and then wielded a large knife.

'Never thought I'd come this far'

'Never thought I'd come this far'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

'I still remember I couldn't buy How To Learn Acting because I did not have sufficient money.' 'Later, when I searched for the book, I could never find it.'

Is Shah Rukh Khan's career over? Not yet!

Is Shah Rukh Khan's career over? Not yet!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

When Amitabh Bachchan bounced back at 60, why can't Shah Rukh Khan at 51? Picture abhi baaki hai, mere dost, assures Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Why you must head to Assam this June

Why you must head to Assam this June

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Go firefly spotting, enjoy a beach vacation or pay a visit to the menstruating goddess in Assam this month.

PHOTOS: Lakhs throng Puri for Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra

PHOTOS: Lakhs throng Puri for Lord Jagannath's Rath Yatra

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

An estimated 9 lakh devotees witnessed the world famous 'Ratha Yatra' of Lord Jagannath on Wednesday with religious fervour, enthusiasm and a spirit of camaraderie amid tight security.

G20 Summit begins amidst tight security after Paris attacks

G20 Summit begins amidst tight security after Paris attacks

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Thousands of security personnel and high-tech surveillance systems dotted every nook and corner of this Turkish resort town as leaders of the world's 20 top economies congregated here for the two-day G20 Summit.

Review: Manchester by the Sea is bruising

Review: Manchester by the Sea is bruising

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

The film's genius is not in its ability to provide answers. Rather, it expands our empathy and forces us to locate the sublime within the unbearable, says Vikram Johri.

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

In daring raids, US commandos have captured a fugitive al-Qaeda leader from the streets of Libya and raided the seaside villa of an al-Shabaab militant in Somalia, signalling America's determination to pursue dreaded terrorists abroad.

Australia hails quick fix of problems in athletes' village

Australia hails quick fix of problems in athletes' village

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Australia's Olympic delegation in Rio de Janeiro said on Monday that organizers had made "fantastic" progress in fixing problems with unfinished housing, although officials admitted that only two-thirds of the buildings had passed full safety checks.

PHOTOS: Rio scrambles to be ready for Olympics as athletes, soldiers arrive

PHOTOS: Rio scrambles to be ready for Olympics as athletes, soldiers arrive

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Olympic organizers are still scrambling to finish everything from a beach volleyball venue to a new subway line, set to open just days before the opening ceremony. At the village, where lines formed Sunday as athletes began checking in, work crews were still making last minute repairs.

Turbulent times ahead for Xi Jinping

Turbulent times ahead for Xi Jinping

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

'Does it mean that we are witnessing the end of an era?' 'Probably not, but the post-Trump trade war has certainly brought a lot of instability in China,' notes Claude Arpi.

49 dead in terrorist attack at 2 mosques in New Zealand shooting

49 dead in terrorist attack at 2 mosques in New Zealand shooting

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

-- The gunman live-streamed the mass shooting inside the Al Noor Mosque -- Witnesses have said they saw 'blood everywhere' -- Four people are in custody after the shootings, including one woman and three men -- New Zealand Prime Minister said the shootings were 'an unprecedented act of violence, an act that has absolutely no place in New Zealand. This is not who we are'.

US struggles to recover after storm dumps 40 inches of snow

US struggles to recover after storm dumps 40 inches of snow

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

States across America are beginning the process of digging their way out of record-breaking snowfall on Monday after Winter Storm Jonas battered the nation's East Coast, wreaking havoc on millions and turning major cities into ghost towns.

Why Chinese politics should concern India

Why Chinese politics should concern India

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

India needs to be alert on how the Doklam standoff plays into the factional infighting in China's Communist Party, says Ambassador Shyam Saran, the former foreign secretary.

Ruskin Bond's India

Ruskin Bond's India

Rediff.com5 May 2017

The banyan tree and the green chilli; the crow and the beetle; the rose and the mango; the informality and good humour of its people... Beloved author Ruskin Bond continues Rediff.com's special series on India's treasures, and tells Archana Masih that India's wealth lies in its simple splendours.

4 killed, several injured as multiple blasts rock Thailand

4 killed, several injured as multiple blasts rock Thailand

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

A series of blasts rocked Thailand, including two famous tourist spots popular with foreigners, within 12 hours, killing four persons and injuring several others.

12 most OUTRAGEOUS selfies ever taken

12 most OUTRAGEOUS selfies ever taken

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

What's worse than watching someone take a million selfies?

Jagannath Puri yatra starts, 2 killed in stampede, 10 injured

Jagannath Puri yatra starts, 2 killed in stampede, 10 injured

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Amid tight security, the century's first Nabakalebar Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath was held in Puri on Saturday with fanfare, religious fervour, enthusiasm and a spirit of camaraderie.