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PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

She will replace US Supreme Court Judge Justice Brett Kavanaugh who was nominated by President Donald Trump for the top post.

Murthy to be honoured by Australian varsity

Murthy to be honoured by Australian varsity

Rediff.com3 May 2011

Murthy will also present the inaugural Richard Larkins Oration on the occasion.

Swansea boss Guidolin still in hospital

Swansea boss Guidolin still in hospital

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Swansea City manager Francesco Guidolin is still in hospital recovering from a chest infection and will miss his second Premier League match in a row when the Welsh club host Norwich City on Saturday. "He remains in a comfortable position and is making good progress but doctors have advised that he misses this weekend's game to continue his recovery," the club said on their website (www.swanseacity.net) on Friday. "He is expected to remain in hospital over the weekend before his release." Italian Guidolin, who took charge in January, was also forced to miss the 2-1 midweek victory at Arsenal. Alan Curtis, who had a spell as interim manager before Guidolin was appointed, will again take the reins for the relegation clash with Norwich.

50th anniversary of WC win leaves English football with mixed feelings

50th anniversary of WC win leaves English football with mixed feelings

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Fifty years on from the greatest day in the history of English football, pessimists fear that the prospect of becoming world champions again is as remote as it has ever been.

Ronaldo defends Neymar as English also accused of diving

Ronaldo defends Neymar as English also accused of diving

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho also singled out Maguire, "normally a very honest guy...for diving in the box.

Indo-Pak nuclear war may kill 125 million people: Study

Indo-Pak nuclear war may kill 125 million people: Study

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

The study also said that the war would plunge the world into a "nuclear winter" that could lead to global climate catastrophe.

United bids for Fellaini and Baines insulting, say Everton

United bids for Fellaini and Baines insulting, say Everton

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Everton have described as "derisory and insulting" a double bid from Premier League champions Manchester United for Marouane Fellaini and Leighton Baines.

E Bengal edge Pune FC; Wahingdoh stun Churchill

E Bengal edge Pune FC; Wahingdoh stun Churchill

Rediff.com19 Sep 2011

Defending champions East Bengal showed their class as they beat Pune FC 2-1, while Meghalaya club Wahingdoh shocked Churchill Brothers by a similar margin, in the Federation Cup football tournament, at the Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata, on Monday.

Royal Ascot 2017: Ridiculous hats are the norm here!

Royal Ascot 2017: Ridiculous hats are the norm here!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

We bet you would have not seen such outrageous hats before.

'Oz economy to be hit if migrant intake isn't up'

'Oz economy to be hit if migrant intake isn't up'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

According to The Age, the economic migration policy expert Alan Chanesman, also heading immigration strategy firm Lipman James informed the World Computer Congress in Brisbane that IT sector in particular was especially valuable, as it fuelled the economy with billions of dollars contributing to 66 per cent of gross domestic product.

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

The British home secretary has granted permission for jeweller Nirav Modi's extradition to India. During their arguments in a London court, his lawyers claimed Modi suffers from mental illness and is a suicide risk if he was sent to Mumbai's Arthur Road jail. A fascinating excerpt from Danish Khan and Ruhi Khan's Escaped: True Stories Of Indian Fugitives In London.

Salgaocar down East Bengal to win Federation Cup

Salgaocar down East Bengal to win Federation Cup

Rediff.com29 Sep 2011

Salgaocar Goa dashed East Bengal's hopes of a hat-trick of titles with a 3-1 victory in the final of the 33rd Federation Cup football tournament in Kolkata on Thursday. Edeh Chidi (fifth minute) and Francis Fernandes (19th) gave Salgaocar an early lead before substitute Ryuji Sueoka (66th minute) put the issue beyond doubt with a third goal to help Salgaocar regain the Federation Cup after a gap of 14 years.

Family of British hostage appeals to IS for direct contact

Family of British hostage appeals to IS for direct contact

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

The family of British photojournalist John Cantlie who is being held hostage by the Islamic State has appealed to the dreaded terror group to re-establish "direct contact" with them.

Famliy of British hostage appeals to IS for direct contact

Famliy of British hostage appeals to IS for direct contact

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

The family of British photojournalist John Cantlie who is being held hostage by the Islamic State has appealed to the dreaded terror group to re-establish "direct contact" with them.

Aus, NZ nominate Isaac for ICC vice-presidency

Aus, NZ nominate Isaac for ICC vice-presidency

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

New Zealand Cricket has proposed its chairman, eminent businessman and corporate governance practitioner, Alan Isaac, for the role and Cricket Australia will support that nomination.

Swansea player breaks leg in golf buggy crash

Swansea player breaks leg in golf buggy crash

Rediff.com29 Aug 2011

Swansea City defender Alan Tate has broken his leg after a 'bizarre golfing accident', the Premier League newcomers said on Sunday.

Saurav Ghosal wins Windy City Open Squash

Saurav Ghosal wins Windy City Open Squash

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Saurav Ghosal added another feather to his cap, winning the Windy City Open Squash 2012 in Chicago on Monday. The six-time Indian national champion got the better of Pakistan No 2 Yasir Butt 11- 8, 15-13, 10-12, 11-5.

Gerrard makes quiet debut for Los Angeles Galaxy

Gerrard makes quiet debut for Los Angeles Galaxy

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

Steven Gerrard made a quiet start to his new career with the Los Angeles Galaxy in a friendly on Saturday.

Newcastle swoop to sign Man United winger Obertan

Newcastle swoop to sign Man United winger Obertan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

Newcastle United have signed French winger Gabriel Obertan on a five-year deal from Premier League champions Manchester United, the north-east club said on their website on Tuesday.

Spurs sharp-shooter Kane revelling in goal rush

Spurs sharp-shooter Kane revelling in goal rush

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is loving his duel with Leicester City forward and England team mate Jamie Vardy for the Premier League golden boot this season.

'Ponting is our greatest batsman after Bradman'

'Ponting is our greatest batsman after Bradman'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2011

Ricky Ponting announced his retirement from the Australian Test and One-day captaincy on Tuesday, but hopes to keep playing in both teams. Here is some of the reaction from international cricketing figures and the Australian prime minister.

FA Cup: Sheffield United cause major upset at QPR

FA Cup: Sheffield United cause major upset at QPR

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Sheffield United pulled off the first major shock of FA Cup third round weekend when the third-tier English side triumphed 3-0 at Premier League outfit Queens Park Rangers on Sunday.

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

This time Liverpool are at home, and victory would put them nine points clear.

PHOTOS: Emotional Woods gets highest civilian honour

PHOTOS: Emotional Woods gets highest civilian honour

Rediff.com7 May 2019

Golf great accepts Medal of Freedom at White House from business partner and US President Donald Trump

'A heartfelt connection with the Obamas'

'A heartfelt connection with the Obamas'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

'The whole time we were talking, we were holding hands and he looked right in my eyes. It was very moving.'

After World crown, Sushil eyes C'wealth gold

After World crown, Sushil eyes C'wealth gold

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

After breaking an almost six-decade jinx with his gold medal-winning feat at the World Wrestling Championships, wrestler Sushil Kumar has set his eyes on next month's Commonwealth Games, where he believes India can produce about 15 champions.

Friendly: Smolov goal gives World Cup hosts Russia win over Ghana

Friendly: Smolov goal gives World Cup hosts Russia win over Ghana

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

Fedor Smolov's 20th-minute goal gave Russia their first win under new coach Stanislav Cherchesov as the 2018 World Cup hosts overcame Ghana 1-0 in a friendly in Moscow on Tuesday.

Are your everyday habits harming your health?

Are your everyday habits harming your health?

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Take this quiz to find out.

He is speed-climbing the world's highest peaks

He is speed-climbing the world's highest peaks

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Nirmal Purja is a multiple Guinness World Records holder for quickest ascents of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu.

Hamilton extends McLaren contract to end of 2012

Hamilton extends McLaren contract to end of 2012

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

No financial details were given. Briton Hamilton, 23, was championship runner-up in his rookie season last year with four wins for the Mercedes-powered team.

Europa: Fiorentina win but Pandurii's Periera shines with scissors-kick goal

Europa: Fiorentina win but Pandurii's Periera shines with scissors-kick goal

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Fiorentina fell behind to a spectacular scissors-kick goal from Pandurii's Eric Pereira before hitting back in the last five minutes to win 2-1 on Thursday and lead a charge of teams into the Europa League knockout stages.

Don't Miss! BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Don't Miss! BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Rediff.com captures these moments and a lot more from the week gone by...

PM Singh congratulates world champion Sushil

PM Singh congratulates world champion Sushil

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday congratulated Sushil Kumar for becoming the first Indian wrestler to win a gold medal at the World Championships, in Moscow.

Sushil Kumar wins gold in World Wrestling C'ship

Sushil Kumar wins gold in World Wrestling C'ship

Rediff.com12 Sep 2010

Wrestler Sushil Kumar rewrote the history books once again as he became the first Indian wrestler to win a gold medal in the World Wrestling Championships.

30% chance of US recession: Greenspan

30% chance of US recession: Greenspan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

"I see a third to fourth of a chance of a double dip (in the US economy)," noted American economist and former chairman of the Federal Reserve of the United States, Alan Greenspan, said while addressing an audience through video-conferencing during an award function in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Pardew appointed Newcastle manager

Pardew appointed Newcastle manager

Rediff.com9 Dec 2010

Newcastle United named Alan Pardew as their 12th manager in the last 13 years on Thursday in place of Chris Hughton who was controversially sacked this week.

SL-WI Test series drawn

SL-WI Test series drawn

Rediff.com5 Dec 2010

Sri Lanka and West Indies drew their three-match Test series 0-0 after the final match had to be abandoned because of rain.

Wonder who Richa Chadha winked at?

Wonder who Richa Chadha winked at?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

The actress was the cynosure of all eyes at Elle Graduates 2017.

A friend's tribute to C K Prahalad

A friend's tribute to C K Prahalad

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

Dr Alan G Merten, president of George Mason University, who had a 30-year-old friendship with C K Prahalad pays tribute to the management guru.

China triumph as esports makes 'historical' Asian Games debut

China triumph as esports makes 'historical' Asian Games debut

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Competitive video gaming, dubbed esports, is appearing for the first time at a major multi-sport event.