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World Athletics PIX: Watson wins a thriller to claim 400m gold!

World Athletics PIX: Watson wins a thriller to claim 400m gold!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Antonio Watson won a thrilling World Championship 400 metres gold on Thursday.

NBA: Raptors beat Celtics in opening match

NBA: Raptors beat Celtics in opening match

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

The Toronto Raptors finally sent an opening night crowd home with a smile and a win when they held on to beat the Boston Celtics 93-87 to raise the curtain on a new National Basketball Association season on Wednesday.

Air One in fray to apply for licence to fly

Air One in fray to apply for licence to fly

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

Following the entry of Tata-SIA and AirAsia into the Indian aviation market, the domestic aviation industry is seeing increased interest from private entities.

Don't know what they are: US on airborne 'objects'

Don't know what they are: US on airborne 'objects'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

In a press briefing, Air Force General Glen VanHerck, who safeguards United States airspace as head of North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) and Northern Command, said, "We're calling them objects, not balloons, for a reason."

Spy balloon raises tension between US, China; Beijing clarifies

Spy balloon raises tension between US, China; Beijing clarifies

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

A suspected Chinese spy balloon, said to be the size of three buses, was spotted over the United States' airspace, the Pentagon has said, a development that has further strained the already tense bilateral ties as Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday abruptly postponed his key visit to Beijing.

Fly Air India and get a ticket free

Fly Air India and get a ticket free

Rediff.com11 Nov 2005

In order to woo elite travellers, flag carrier Air India on Friday announced the Premium Traveller Programme for first and executive class passengers travelling to New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Toronto, London and Birmingham effective from November

'We don't know if he was killed, if he's a hostage'

'We don't know if he was killed, if he's a hostage'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'The question is, which is worse?' 'Is it worse that he would be resting in peace or is it worse that he's being held by these terrible people who have attacked and killed babies and raped women?'

May You Find What You Seek

May You Find What You Seek

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Afghans, who fled their homes in Afghanistan for fear of the dreaded Taliban, seek refuge in hopefully a friendlier world.

AI to restart talks on joining Star Alliance

AI to restart talks on joining Star Alliance

Rediff.com14 Dec 2013

No date has been announced for Air India's induction into the club of more than 28 leading carriers

Jet Air cuts fares by up to 30% on overseas routes

Jet Air cuts fares by up to 30% on overseas routes

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

The reduced fare offer is also available for travel on partner airline Etihad Airways flights

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'This kind of a last minute order creates immense problems for airlines.'

Become A Parotta Master In 10 Days

Become A Parotta Master In 10 Days

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

If you don't know how to make parottas, don't worry. At the Selfie Parotta Coaching Centre you can master the skill in 10 days and start a catering business on your own, discovers A Ganesh Nadar.

Devas wins plea to seize Indian property in cancelled Isro deal

Devas wins plea to seize Indian property in cancelled Isro deal

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

A French court has ordered freezing of an Indian government property in Paris on a plea by Devas shareholders who are seeking to enforce a USD 1.3 billion arbitration award over a cancelled satellite contract, according to the court order copy.

Nature Like Never Before

Nature Like Never Before

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Extraordinary award-winning photographs from more than 20,000 images from all over the world.

Over 200 Indians stuck in Serbia due to surprise quarantine rule

Over 200 Indians stuck in Serbia due to surprise quarantine rule

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Serbia has become one of the transit points for Indians heading to Canada and the US. Canada requires passengers from India to take an RT-PCR test from a third country, while the US wants them to spend 14 days outside of India. As a result, many students are taking the Serbia route to Canada, and the US.

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Army plans to procure 200 locally-built Prachand, light utility helicopters

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The Army is looking at procuring the LUHs and LCHs to replace its ageing fleets of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters.

AMAZING images from Beijing Winter Olympics

AMAZING images from Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Here are some shots of top-class action from the Winter Games...

In the name of God I ask you, stop this massacre: Pope on Ukraine invasion

In the name of God I ask you, stop this massacre: Pope on Ukraine invasion

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Pope Francis on Sunday condemned the "massacre" in Ukraine and said the "unacceptable armed aggression" must stop.

How rising competition adds to Air India's woes

How rising competition adds to Air India's woes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The national carrier's market share has declined from a near-monopoly to 16.6 per cent as of September 2014.

PIX: Lajovic upsets Murray; Andreescu downs Raducanu

PIX: Lajovic upsets Murray; Andreescu downs Raducanu

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Serbian Dusan Lajovic beat Andy Murray at the Miami Open on Wednesday, sending the Briton packing in the first round with his first hardcourt win of the season.

EgyptAir plane from Paris to Cairo crashes; terror motive suspected

EgyptAir plane from Paris to Cairo crashes; terror motive suspected

Rediff.com19 May 2016

The plane was last detected in the skies over Greece, about 40 minutes from Athens, according to Sky News Arabia.

Look what's hanging from Sonam's ears!

Look what's hanging from Sonam's ears!

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Priyanka puts on a bikini... Radhika turns cinematographer...

Australian Open: The Heat Is On!

Australian Open: The Heat Is On!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Scorching heat halted outdoor matches and sent fans scurrying for shade at the Australian Open on Tuesday.

EgyptAir Flight 804: 'Body parts, luggage found' at wreckage site

EgyptAir Flight 804: 'Body parts, luggage found' at wreckage site

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The navy has also found some of the passengers' belongings and was sweeping the area in search of the plane's black box, the military said.

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Kobe Bryant called his daughter Gianna "Mambacita" after his own court nickname, "Black Mamba," confident she would follow in his footsteps and become a professional basketball player. On Sunday, the 41-year-old five-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist died with his 13-year-old daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash northwest of Los Angeles as they pursued that dream.

Stock Picks: 10 Value Bets For Rich Payoffs

Stock Picks: 10 Value Bets For Rich Payoffs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

10 non-bank and non-finance stocks from the BSE500 Index universe that offer an optimal blend of low valuation, reasonably robust revenue and earnings growth in recent quarters, a strong balance sheet, and most importantly, positive cash flow from their operations.

In fourth such op, US shoots down another airborne object

In fourth such op, US shoots down another airborne object

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

The United States on Sunday shot down another unidentified airborne object in its airspace, a day after it brought down a similar 'cylindrical' object over Canada.

Davis Cup: Alcaraz fires Spain into quarters, Italy down Sweden

Davis Cup: Alcaraz fires Spain into quarters, Italy down Sweden

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Six-times winners Spain will meet Croatia for a place in the semi-finals.

Boeing's 737 MAX 8 grounded: All you need to know

Boeing's 737 MAX 8 grounded: All you need to know

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

If you aren't living under a rock, it would be hard to miss reading or hearing about the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft being grounded by over 50 nations. For those who are in the dark or still confused about the entire episode, here's a simple FAQ on the issue and what's happening around the world.

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The three high-flying objects which were shot down over the American and Canadian airspace this month were not related to the Chinese balloon programme, but most likely tied to private companies, recreation, or research institutions, United States President Joe Biden said Thursday.

Canada: Kanishka conspirator sentenced for perjury

Canada: Kanishka conspirator sentenced for perjury

Rediff.com8 Jan 2011

Inderjit Singh Reyat, the only man convicted in the 1985 Air India bombing that killed 329 people, was sentenced in Vancouver to nine years in prison for perjury during the trial of two men acquitted in the attacks.

Canada: Minister assuages Kanishka victims' kin

Canada: Minister assuages Kanishka victims' kin

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Minister Jason Kenney convened a roundtable discussion in Toronto with members of Air India victims' families on June 18, a day after Justice John Major released his 4,000-page report.

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Domestically, Indians are exploring popular beach destinations, the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and the North-Eastern region as well.

Mili Review: Chilling!

Mili Review: Chilling!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Mili establishes Janhvi Kapoor as an actor striving to be taken seriously, observes Sukanya Verma.

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

Russian forces have made minimal progress on land, sea or air in recent days and they continue to suffer heavy losses, the UK's ministry of defence said on Thursday.

ATP Tour Finals: Fritz meets Novak in semis, Nadal signs off with win

ATP Tour Finals: Fritz meets Novak in semis, Nadal signs off with win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

With world number four Ruud already assured of a semi-final berth the match was in reality a dead rubber.

Canada: Police, politician fight over terror act

Canada: Police, politician fight over terror act

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

Recent vote against parts of the Anti-Terrorism Act has had no impact on the continuing Air India investigations, according to Liberal leader Stephane Dion, but police claimed otherwise.

Chinese fighter jet endangers Australian plane near South China Sea

Chinese fighter jet endangers Australian plane near South China Sea

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Australia's Defence Ministry on Sunday claimed that a Chinese fighter jet's aggressive manoeuvres endangered an Australian reconnaissance plane near the South China Sea.

Keep an eye on Khalistani outfits: PM to Canada

Keep an eye on Khalistani outfits: PM to Canada

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh raised the issue of Sikh fundamentalist outfits with his Canadian counterpart Stephen Harper on the sidelines of the Nuclear Security Summit at the Convention Centre in Washington on Monday evening.During the meeting, Dr Singh also noted that this year marked the 20th anniversary of the bombing of Air-India flight Kanishka. He urged Canada to monitor the activities of Sikh separatists in that country.

President Murmu to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral in London

President Murmu to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral in London

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 at her Balmoral Castle summer residence in Scotland on September 8, will be laid to rest at a state funeral at Westminster Abbey on September 19.