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Zaha's price tag is set!

Zaha's price tag is set!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Crystal Palace will not consider selling Wilfried Zaha for less that 50 million pounds ($66.39 million), manager Alan Pardew has said after the winger helped the club to their first Premier League win of the season.

140 characters of gloom

140 characters of gloom

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

#RIP #Brexit #Trump #Aleppo made Twitter a pretty distressing place in 2016. Dhruv Munjal wonders what 2017 will bring.

Ford small car Figo is here!

Ford small car Figo is here!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

India's role as an important player in the future of Ford Motor Company's international strategy was underscored on Wednesday when the company's President and CEO Alan Mulally unveiled an all-new small car targetting the Indian car market: the Ford Figo.

South Africa fined for slow over-rate

South Africa fined for slow over-rate

Rediff.com7 May 2010

South Africa captain Graeme Smith was docked 20 per cent of his match fee, while his team-mates were fined 10 per cent for maintaining a slow over-rate during their win over New Zealand during their Super Eight match in their Twenty20 World Cup in Barbados.

PIX: Anna Kendrick, Julie Delpy, Dev Patel at TIFF 2015

PIX: Anna Kendrick, Julie Delpy, Dev Patel at TIFF 2015

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

Take a look.

Mahindra United Football Club to be disbanded

Mahindra United Football Club to be disbanded

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

In a major blow to football in Mumbai, Mahindra United Football Club will be disbanded at the end of current I-League season, the parent company shifting its focus towards developing talent at school level.

Headley, Knott enter cricket's Hall of Fame

Headley, Knott enter cricket's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Two greats of the game, George Headley and Alan Knott, were formally inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame during the second ODI between England and Australia at Lord's, London on Sunday

Before the 3 Idiots tussle there was...

Before the 3 Idiots tussle there was...

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Graphic novel pioneer Alan Moore succintly sums up the authors-vs-filmmakers controversy.

People are risking their lives to take selfies with Hawaii volcano

People are risking their lives to take selfies with Hawaii volcano

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Is it even an official disaster if you don't document it on social media? That seems to be the problem in Hawaii as officials are frustrated with people risking their lives all for a selfie. Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has been spewing lava ever since it started erupting on May 3. More than 1,700 local residents have been evacuated from the volcano's East Rift Zone on the Big Island of Hawaii, where lava from 20 fissure vents has destroyed 26 homes. And even now, people can't stop taking selfies with the dangerous volcano and posting them on social media.

Sri Lanka chickened out of fifth ODI: DDCA

Sri Lanka chickened out of fifth ODI: DDCA

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

Sri Lanka "chickened out" of their fifth and final ODI against India fearing defeat and match referee Alan Hurst unnecessarily called off the match, an unrepentant Delhi and District Cricket Association alleged in New Delhi on Monday.

An American's emotional reunion with India

An American's emotional reunion with India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2009

When Alan Johnson, associate professor of English in the Idaho State University in United States, goes to India on a Fulbright Scholarship to lecture and study at the University of Mumbai next year, it will be yet another emotional reunion with a country where he was born to American missionary parents.

Under-17 WC: Paraguay look for 3rd straight win against struggling Turkey

Under-17 WC: Paraguay look for 3rd straight win against struggling Turkey

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

After defeating Mali 3-2 and New Zealand 4-2, the South American team, one of the favourites to lift the title, will be looking to dominate Turkey.

Our fearless future: 30 young Indians the world should know about

Our fearless future: 30 young Indians the world should know about

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Meet the new class of Forbes India 30 Under 30.

Pitch invasions raise fears for player safety

Pitch invasions raise fears for player safety

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) chief executive Gordon Taylor said there was real concern after 'cowardly and criminal' attacks on players by spectators running onto the field of play.

Kaneria reprimanded for using abusive language

Kaneria reprimanded for using abusive language

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

Pakistan bowler Danish Kaneria was charged under Level 1.4 of the code, which refers to 'using language that is obscene, offensive or insulting' during the second day of the ongoing Test against Sri Lanka.

Button set to join McLaren, says report

Button set to join McLaren, says report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

Formula One world champion Jenson Button has agreed terms on a three-year deal with McLaren and could sign a contract within days, Britain's Guardian newspaper reported on Tuesday.

EPL: Late equaliser puts Man City fourth

EPL: Late equaliser puts Man City fourth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

Gareth Barry scored five minutes from time to give Manchester City a 1-1 draw at Stoke City on Tuesday and lift Roberto Mancini's men above Liverpool into fourth place in the Premier League. City moved on to 45 points from 25 matches, one ahead of Liverpool who have played one game more.

Slowdown, Satyam erode trust in business: Survey

Slowdown, Satyam erode trust in business: Survey

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

The Satyam Computer Services scandal, which broke out on January 7 when the company's promoter, B Ramalinga Raju, announced that there was a Rs 7,800-crore (Rs 78-billion) hole in its deposits, is certain to have made it worse. According to the 2009 Edelman Trust Barometer, as much as 49 per cent of the respondents (all drawn from the top ten per cent income bracket) expressed growing concerns about business in India.

Why India Inc is both upbeat and wary

Why India Inc is both upbeat and wary

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

Green shoots evident, but worries remain.

Proved! Moon landings were not a hoax

Proved! Moon landings were not a hoax

Rediff.com6 Sep 2009

A lunar orbiter has spied spacecraft and astronaut tracks on the Moon left behind almost 40 years ago.

Europa qualifying: 10-man West Ham scrape past Malta club Birkirkara

Europa qualifying: 10-man West Ham scrape past Malta club Birkirkara

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

West Ham United, reduced to 10 men after defender James Tomkins was sent off in the first half, won 5-3 in a penalty shootout against Maltese Cup winners Birkirkara to scrape into the Europa League third qualifying round on Thursday.

Kotla pitch was too dangerous: Sangakkara

Kotla pitch was too dangerous: Sangakkara

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

Breaking his silence on the Ferozeshah Kotla pitch fiasco, Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara said the track did not look "normal" soon after the first five overs and was too dangerous to continue playing.

Match referee slams 'unfit' Kotla pitch in report

Match referee slams 'unfit' Kotla pitch in report

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

Match referee Alan Hurst says the pitch for the fifth and final ODI between India and Sri Lanka did not meet the requirements for an ODI match.

Mahindra United part ways with coach Pereira

Mahindra United part ways with coach Pereira

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Mahindra United on Thursday fired their coach Derrick Pereira after the team finished fifth in the recently-concluded I-League. The official word from the Mahindra United camp is that Pereira, who served the club for four years, opted out due to some personal reasons.

EPL PHOTOS: Villa relegated as Rashford nets United winner

EPL PHOTOS: Villa relegated as Rashford nets United winner

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Aston Villa were relegated from the Premier League for the first time since it began in 1992 when they suffered their 24th loss of the season in a 1-0 defeat at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Reckless audits: KPMG faces $1-bn law-suit

Reckless audits: KPMG faces $1-bn law-suit

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

The lawsuits allege that KPMG LLP assisted in and certified 'materially misstated financial statements', and that KPMG's international parent failed in its watchdog role and is responsible for "the severely reckless and grossly negligent acts of its agent", the report pointed out. New Century had been US's second-biggest sub prime mortgage lender that mainly served people with poor credit histories but had to file for bankruptcy in April 2007.

Masuri redesigns cricket helmet post Hughes tragedy

Masuri redesigns cricket helmet post Hughes tragedy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

In the wake of the tragic death of late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes, a British-based firm has come forth with its reformed prototype helmet aimed at giving better protection for the players.

Shearer to become Newcastle manager

Shearer to become Newcastle manager

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

Former England and Newcastle United captain Alan Shearer will manage Newcastle United for the remainder of the season, according to television reports on Tuesday.

'I don't want Kasab to be given a death sentence'

'I don't want Kasab to be given a death sentence'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

A year ago, Kia Scherr lost her husband and 13-year-old daughter in the Mumbai terror attacks. Yet, reports Arthur J Pais from Virginia, USA, they remain a constant presence in her life, as she channels grief into service.

League Cup: Hazard ends Liverpool's 100 per cent start

League Cup: Hazard ends Liverpool's 100 per cent start

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

The brilliance of Chelsea's Eden Hazard ended Liverpool's 100 percent start to the season as Maurizio Sarri's side enjoyed a 2-1 win at Anfield in the League Cup third round on Wednesday.

EPL PHOTOS: Aguero equals Shearer record as City thrash Chelsea

EPL PHOTOS: Aguero equals Shearer record as City thrash Chelsea

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

IMAGES from EPL match played between Manchester City and Chelsea on Sunday

World Prosperity Index: India ranked No 70

World Prosperity Index: India ranked No 70

Rediff.com21 Oct 2008

The reasons include the quality of secondary education, cost of starting a business and lack of government effectiveness. The increase in capital and education costs contributes directly to the value of physical and human capital and thus directly increases economic output. Poor governance and excessive bureaucracy impose costs on business and thus restrain growth, said the report, which was released last week.

Rising temperatures = less sex?

Rising temperatures = less sex?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Global warming can lower your sex drive says a new study.

On this day: David Beckham was born

On this day: David Beckham was born

Rediff.com2 May 2020

David Beckham, one of the so-called "Class of 92", went on to win six Premier League titles under Alex Ferguson at United alongside youth-team buddies Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt, and Gary and Phil Neville. Beckham also won two FA Cups and, memorably, the Champions League in 1999. He topped up his trophy collection with a La Liga winners' medal for Real Madrid and added two MLS Cups during a north American adventure with LA Galaxy.

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

Ramie was used in ancient Egypt and China long before cotton was introduced to the Far East.

Defiant Southgate vows to fight on

Defiant Southgate vows to fight on

Rediff.com12 May 2009

Gareth Southgate insists Middlesbrough will fight on after their Premier League future was left hanging by a thread following a damaging 3-1 defeat by relegation rivals Newcastle United.

Free trade agreement will expand markets

Free trade agreement will expand markets

Rediff.com5 May 2009

The Free Trade Agreement between Peru and China was signed on April 28. For China, Peru is an important source of minerals, primarily copper. For Peru, increasing trade with China is a key way of diversifying the export economy toward an area of dynamic demand.

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Born to Zerin Rao anchooling fd Jehangir Narioshang Rao, both Parsi physicians from India, Rao grew up in Michigan and did her srom Detroit High School. She is married to Alan Lefkowitz and the couple has two children.

EPL transfers: Pardew confirms Benteke move to Crystal Palace

EPL transfers: Pardew confirms Benteke move to Crystal Palace

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Liverpool striker Christian Benteke is having a medical before completing his move to Crystal Palace, the London club's manager Alan Pardew said on Friday.

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

It's not easy to be a spy. The job requires a unique set of skills, including mastery of a wide range of gadgets and devices. Now, at the new Spyscape museum in New York, one can not only experience what being a 007 spy entails, but also learn about the history of espionage.