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Chinese Prez Xi Jinping to skip BRICS Summit for first time in 12 yrs

Chinese Prez Xi Jinping to skip BRICS Summit for first time in 12 yrs

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Instead, Chinese Premier and Xi's confidant Li Qiang will take part in the summit to be held on July 6-7 in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi was expected to take part.

Club World Cup: City destroy Al-Ain in statement win

Club World Cup: City destroy Al-Ain in statement win

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Ilkay Gundogan scored two goals as Manchester City comfortably dispatched Emirati club Al-Ain 6-0 on Sunday to ease into the knockout stage of the Club World Cup from Group G along with Juventus.

Women's Euros: Spain whip Belgium; Portugal hold Italy

Women's Euros: Spain whip Belgium; Portugal hold Italy

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

A summary of Monday's action at the Women's Euros between Spain-Belgium and Portugal-Italy.

Neeraj Chopra upstages Weber for Paris Diamond League crown

Neeraj Chopra upstages Weber for Paris Diamond League crown

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

The 27-year-old Chopra won the title with his first round throw of 88.16 metres in a star-studded field having five competitors in the 90m club. His second throw measured 85.10m and he then fouled his next three attempts before recording 82.89m in his sixth and final effort.

Roston Chase appointed West Indies Test captain

Roston Chase appointed West Indies Test captain

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Spin-bowling all-rounder Chase, who played the last of his 49 Tests in March 2023, will begin his captaincy with a three-match home series against Australia on June 25.

PIX: Cole-Blooded! Palmer Freezes Out PSG at CWC

PIX: Cole-Blooded! Palmer Freezes Out PSG at CWC

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

In front of a tournament-high crowd of 81,188 at MetLife Stadium that included US President Donald Trump, Chelsea triumphed to bag the biggest club title.

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

For Neeraj Chopra, the inaugural edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic is more than achieving success on the field, it's giving the Indian fans a chance to watch top-class competition in person, something that will help raise the profile of the sport in the country.

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The star-studded 12-man event, to be held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, will feature seven of the best javelin throwers in the world and five Indians, including Chopra.

Club World Cup: Chelsea survive Benfica scare

Club World Cup: Chelsea survive Benfica scare

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Extra time goals see Chelsea down 10-man Benfica to advance to quarters

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Reaffirming India's stand against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged leaders of the G7 to galvanise global action against terrorism and underscored the need for strict action against those who 'promote and support' it.

Recognise The Legend With Kumble?

Recognise The Legend With Kumble?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

For Gen Xers, De Silva played over 300 ODIs for Sri Lanka and was instrumental in the island nation's ODI World Cup triumph in 1996. He was named man of the match for his 107 in the final against Australia.

Haaland suffers another Wembley blank after turning down penalty

Haaland suffers another Wembley blank after turning down penalty

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted he was surprised that Norwegian striker Erling Haaland declined to take a penalty for his side in Saturday's FA Cup final against Crystal Palace with the kick subsequently being missed by Omar Marmoush.

De Silva, Mathews rescue Sri Lanka after Afridi blows

De Silva, Mathews rescue Sri Lanka after Afridi blows

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Dhananjaya de Silva and Angelo Mathews helped Sri Lanka to overcome a top-order collapse and reach 242-6 on Day one

'Fully agree with you': Modi, Meloni strike a chord at G7

'Fully agree with you': Modi, Meloni strike a chord at G7

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings with his global counterparts on the margins of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, with discussions focusing on a range of issues such as trade, investment, counter-terrorism and global challenges.

PCB chief Naqvi takes charge as Asian Cricket Council boss

PCB chief Naqvi takes charge as Asian Cricket Council boss

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has assumed the presidency of the Asian Cricket Council.

Nunes saves City in 94th min! Champions League hopes alive

Nunes saves City in 94th min! Champions League hopes alive

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Manchester City's Matheus Nunes scored deep in injury time to salvage a crucial 2-1 Premier League victory over Aston Villa on Tuesday in their breathless chase for a Champions League berth next season.

How Tariff Trump Spent The Weekend

How Tariff Trump Spent The Weekend

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

There's nothing apparently that Trump likes better than see grown up men fighting; second, of course, to leaders of other countries kissing his backside.

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Edulji, Sehwag, de Silva inducted into ICC Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Diana Edulji becomes the first Indian female inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Batting gives India edge over SL in women's tri-series final

Batting gives India edge over SL in women's tri-series final

Rediff.com10 May 2025

India's women's team will hope to produce a strong all-round effort against a tricky Sri Lanka and win the ODI tri-series final in Colombo on Sunday.

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

De Bruyne bows out as City beat Bournemouth to go third

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Manchester City gave Kevin De Bruyne a victory in his final appearance at Etihad Stadium, as Omar Marmoush scored a stunner in a 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth on Tuesday that saw them climb to third in the table.

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Big Upset! Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup title

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze sparked a massive south London party by scoring the only goal to win the FA Cup 1-0 against Manchester City on Saturday and claim the club's first major trophy in their history.

Modi reunites with Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup legends

Modi reunites with Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup legends

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with members of the 1996 World Cup-winning Sri Lankan cricket team during his official visit to Colombo.

Three young guns get chance to share field with Neeraj

Three young guns get chance to share field with Neeraj

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Indian trio of Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav, Sahil Silwal named for NC Classic

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Sri Lanka women stun India after 7 years

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Nilakshika Silva's blistering 33-ball 56 powered Sri Lanka to a thrilling three-wicket victory over India in the women's Tri-series, ending a seven-year losing streak against their rivals.

India's military spending outpaces Pak's by nearly 9 times

India's military spending outpaces Pak's by nearly 9 times

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

India's military expenditure in 2024 was nearly nine times that of Pakistan's, according to a study released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). India's spending reached USD 86.1 billion, while Pakistan spent USD 10.2 billion. China's military spending continued to rise, reaching USD 314 billion, accounting for 50% of all spending in Asia and Oceania.

Mahela writes an open letter to Aravinda de Silva

Mahela writes an open letter to Aravinda de Silva

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Mahela Jayawardena pays a heartfelt tribute to newly inducted ICC Hall of Famer Aravinda de Silva.

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Clinical India crush Sri Lanka by 97 runs to win Women's Tri-Nation tournament

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The maiden edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event will be teeming with stars as the likes of Anderson Peters of Grenada and Thomas Rohler of Germany are taking part.

India go down to Indonesia, bow out of Sudirman Cup

India go down to Indonesia, bow out of Sudirman Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Sudirman Cup: India bow out after defeat against Indonesia

PIX: Foden, Silva power Man City to win

PIX: Foden, Silva power Man City to win

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Manchester City maintained their pressure on Arsenal with a 2-0 win over Newcastle United in their Premier League match on Saturday.

Connolly gets Test cap as Australia press for series sweep

Connolly gets Test cap as Australia press for series sweep

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Australia, who have already secured their place in the final of the World Test Championship against South Africa, won the opening Test, also in Galle, by an innings and 242 runs.

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Galle Test: Kusal's fifty rescues Sri Lanka on Day 1

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Kusal Mendis' battling half-century salvaged a difficult day one for Sri Lanka as they reached 229/9 in the second Test.

What To Expect From Parineeti's OTT Debut

What To Expect From Parineeti's OTT Debut

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

The yet-untitled thriller will be directed by Rensil D'Silva with a story set in Shimla.

Comesana stuns world No. 2 Zverev at Rio Open

Comesana stuns world No. 2 Zverev at Rio Open

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Argentinian Francisco Comesana stunned Australian Open finalist and world number two Alexander Zverev on Friday with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 win in the quarter-finals of the Rio Open, the biggest win of his career so far.

EPL PIX: Saints in shock draw with City; Brentford win

EPL PIX: Saints in shock draw with City; Brentford win

Rediff.com10 May 2025

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Neeraj Chopra's event granted category A status by World Athletics.

EPL: Silva's injury adds to Chelsea's woes

EPL: Silva's injury adds to Chelsea's woes

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

West Ham suffer Fabianski injury blow

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

EPL PIX: Arsenal edge Newcastle; Forest keep hopes alive

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Arsenal snapped a season-long jinx against Newcastle United with a nervy 1-0 win in their last Premier League home game on Sunday.

Penalty drama: Forest edge Ipswich in FA Cup thriller

Penalty drama: Forest edge Ipswich in FA Cup thriller

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Nottingham Forest reached the FA Cup quarter-finals as they beat fellow Premier League club Ipswich Town on penalties after the City Ground clash ended 1-1 after extra time on Monday.

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

EPL PIX: Man United lose; Saka scores on return

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Tuesday.