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Sinner cruises past Musetti to reach US Open semis

Sinner cruises past Musetti to reach US Open semis

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

The World No 1, who extended his hardcourt winning streak to 26 matches, will play against Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semi-finals.

'Worst setback since 1962': Cong slams Modi's 'DDLJ doctrine' on China

'Worst setback since 1962': Cong slams Modi's 'DDLJ doctrine' on China

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of a 'deny, distract, lie, and justify' (DDLJ) policy regarding China, alleging territorial setbacks and misplaced economic priorities.

Borg Has 'Extremely Aggressive' Cancer

Borg Has 'Extremely Aggressive' Cancer

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Now I have a new opponent in cancer -- one I can't control. But I'm going to beat it. I'm not giving up. I fight like every day is a Wimbledon final.'

CAG slams Maharashtra excise dept for revenue lapses

CAG slams Maharashtra excise dept for revenue lapses

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has criticized the Maharashtra state excise department for operational lapses that led to a significant revenue shortfall. The report cites incorrect fee assessments, failure to implement revised rates, and other irregularities.

Alcaraz Shocks Fans with Blonde Makeover

Alcaraz Shocks Fans with Blonde Makeover

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Back to No. 1 again and a new look. Carlos we're crazy'.

'How opinions change...': Kaif hails KL Rahul

'How opinions change...': Kaif hails KL Rahul

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Former Indian cricketer Mohammed Kaif hailed opener KL Rahul following his century against West Indies at Ahmedabad, saying that his biggest strength is "belief and hard work" and slammed his critics for 'changing opinions' after few great innings.

People punished Indira Gandhi: Tharoor slams Emergency

People punished Indira Gandhi: Tharoor slams Emergency

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticised the Emergency declared by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975, saying the people of the country responded clearly to the excesses of that period by voting her party out of power by a large margin.

Shastri Slams Decision To Rest Bumrah

Shastri Slams Decision To Rest Bumrah

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'You have the best fast bowler in the world and you make him sit out after seven days of rest. It is something very hard to believe.'

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: Erigaisi loses to Nepomniachtchi

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: Erigaisi loses to Nepomniachtchi

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

World number four Arjun Erigaisi was outplayed by Ian Nepomniachtchi in the opening game of the 5-9 place tiebreaker at the ongoing Freestyle Chess Grand Slam.

Alcaraz Punishes Sinner For Second US Open Crown

Alcaraz Punishes Sinner For Second US Open Crown

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Carlos Alcaraz proved a class above defending champion Jannik Sinner to win the men's singles title at the US Open with a 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory at the Arthur Ashe stadium, in New York, on Sunday.

'If you can't speak English...': HC slams Nainital ADM

'If you can't speak English...': HC slams Nainital ADM

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

The Uttarakhand high court has asked two top officials of the state to find out whether an officer who has no knowledge of English can effectively control an executive position after an additional district magistrate responded in Hindi during the hearing of a public interest litigation (PIL).

US Open glory returns Alcaraz to World No 1

US Open glory returns Alcaraz to World No 1

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'The number one (ranking) is a goal that I had set myself almost at the beginning of the year and to see that I have achieved it is something incredible.'

ICPA defends AI171 pilots, slams suicide speculation

ICPA defends AI171 pilots, slams suicide speculation

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

The Indian Commercial Pilots' Association (ICPA) defends the crew of the crashed AI 171 flight, rejecting insinuations of pilot suicide and calling for a fair investigation.

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

Gill, Abhishek Clash With Pakistan's Pacers

Gill, Abhishek Clash With Pakistan's Pacers

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Abhishek Sharma got into a war of words with Haris Rauf with Shubman Gill also stepping in to protect his younger team-mate.

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Japan Open: Alcaraz sets title clash with Fritz

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

He also overtook his career-best 65-season win tally of 2023 with this win.

Jagadeesan leads India A's confident reply on Day 2

Jagadeesan leads India A's confident reply on Day 2

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

N Jagadeesan hit an unbeaten half-century to lead India A' confident reply in Australia A's huge first innings total on Day 2 of the first unofficial Test.

'Spineless hypocrites': Taliban's 'male-only' presser sparks row

'Spineless hypocrites': Taliban's 'male-only' presser sparks row

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The opposition on Saturday termed the absence of female journalists from a press conference of visiting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi "unacceptable" and an "insult to women", and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence in the face of such discrimination exposes the "emptiness" of his slogans on Nari Shakti.

'Epicentre of global terror': Jaishankar shreds 'that one country' at UNGA

'Epicentre of global terror': Jaishankar shreds 'that one country' at UNGA

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

In his address, Jaishankar warned that those who condone nations that sponsor terror will find that it "comes back to bite them".

Azhar slams India-Pak cricket hypocrisy: 'Play all or play none'

Azhar slams India-Pak cricket hypocrisy: 'Play all or play none'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Mohammed Azharuddin has weighed in on some of the most debated issues in cricket at the moment - the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup fixture

Padikkal 150, Jurel 140 rescue India 'A' in rain-hit draw

Padikkal 150, Jurel 140 rescue India 'A' in rain-hit draw

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel's marathon partnership was the highlight of the first unofficial Test in Lucknow, which ended in a rain-hit draw between India 'A' and Australia 'A' on Friday.

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Novak Djokovic became the oldest man to reach the quarter-finals at all four Grand Slams in a single season.

'Rohit, Kohli Will Be Forced To Retire If They Don't Quit'

'Rohit, Kohli Will Be Forced To Retire If They Don't Quit'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'Will any coach think of keeping out Rohit and Kohli from the ODI team? That means there is something going on within the team against the two players.' Manoj Tiwary, who played 12 ODIs and three T20Is for India, said iconic players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli deserve greater respect.

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

While Jannik Sinner and French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz have won the last seven major titles between them, the Italian cautioned against complacency and pointed to the strength of competition in the ATP Tour.

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Maria Sharapova was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday night in Newport

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek arrives at the US Open with her sights set on a seventh Grand Slam title and a potential return to World No. 1 to cap what she calls a remarkable year of redemption following "the worst experience of my life".

Stop Wasting UN Time: India Hits Back At Switzerland

Stop Wasting UN Time: India Hits Back At Switzerland

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

India on Wednesday slammed Switzerland's remarks on minorities at the Human Rights Council, urging the Swiss to focus on their own issues like racism, systematic discrimination, and xenophobia instead of lecturing India.

Pegula dumps Krejcikova; meets Sabalenka in US Open semis

Pegula dumps Krejcikova; meets Sabalenka in US Open semis

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

American Jessica Pegula reached her second straight US Open semifinal with a clinical 6-3, 6-3 win over twice Grand Slam champion Barbora Krejcikova on Tuesday.

Baba Siddique's son criticises 'casual probe' into father's killing

Baba Siddique's son criticises 'casual probe' into father's killing

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique alleges a 'casual' approach by Mumbai police in the investigation into his father, Baba Siddique's, murder. He cites procedural delays and reluctance to take decisive action.

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka proved a class above American eighth seed Amanda Anisimova to win the US Open women's final on Saturday.

US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

US Open: Focus On New Big Two As Djoko Chases History!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are aiming for a third successive Grand Slam final meeting when they take their high-voltage rivalry to the US Open while Novak Djokovic looks to foil the new generation as he hunts a 25th major.

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Latif slammed Pakistan's middle order for their timid approach, accusing them of 'giving up' when the game demanded urgency.

'How can blood and cricket go together?'

'How can blood and cricket go together?'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Friday slammed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the India and Pakistan clash in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025.

India A bowled out for 194; Australia A take big lead

India A bowled out for 194; Australia A take big lead

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

India's Test stars flopped with the bat as the hosts folded for a lowly 194 in 52.5 overs in their first innings, on Day 2 of the unofficial second Test against Australia A.

Shocking: HC slams copy-paste confessions in Mumbai train blasts case

Shocking: HC slams copy-paste confessions in Mumbai train blasts case

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Bombay High Court has repeatedly flagged the 'copy-paste' culture in confessional and witness statements in chargesheets, calling it a 'dangerous' trend. This issue was highlighted again after the acquittal of the 2006 Mumbai train blasts accused, with the court noting similarities in their confessional statements.

'Naqvi vs 3rd umpire': BJP, Cong fight over India's Asia Cup win

'Naqvi vs 3rd umpire': BJP, Cong fight over India's Asia Cup win

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

"Not even a single social media post from the Congress congratulating our national team for thrashing Pakistan thrice in the tournament and bringing the Asia Cup home," BJP IT department head Amit Malviya posted on X.

Indian illegal immigrant causes multi-vehicle crash in California

Indian illegal immigrant causes multi-vehicle crash in California

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

An Indian national, who had arrived in the United States illegally, has been arrested for causing a multi-vehicle crash while driving a truck in California last year that critically injured a five-year old child and left her with life-altering injuries.

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Speaking to reporters at Flushing Meadows, 28 year old Zverev spoke about his journey since Wimbledon and shared how he took an uncharacteristic break from his rigorous routine.

Is it time to do politics?: Cong slams BJP for criticising UPA's approach

Is it time to do politics?: Cong slams BJP for criticising UPA's approach

Rediff.com10 May 2025

The opposition party's criticism came after the BJP hit out at the UPA government's approach in dealing with Pakistan.

'How low can you stoop?': Dhawan slams Afridi

'How low can you stoop?': Dhawan slams Afridi

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan slammed ex-Pakistan spinner Shahid Afridi for his controversial comments on the Pahalgam terror attack.