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RR, Punjab Kings aim for winning start to IPL campaign

RR, Punjab Kings aim for winning start to IPL campaign

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

RR will have to get their combination right as only four foreigners can make the playing XI.

IPL PICS: Rahul leads the way as Kings slay Knights

IPL PICS: Rahul leads the way as Kings slay Knights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings, in Dubai, on Friday.

Australian Open to go ahead despite COVID-19 case

Australian Open to go ahead despite COVID-19 case

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

'We're absolutely confident the Australian Open will go ahead'

Bizarre! Fergie sexes up National Anthem at NBA All-Star Game

Bizarre! Fergie sexes up National Anthem at NBA All-Star Game

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Fergie's national anthem performance at the NBA All-Star Game Sunday didn't win over many fans.

Olympics Athletics: Who can fill the 'Bolt-hole'?

Olympics Athletics: Who can fill the 'Bolt-hole'?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

At his peak Bolt was probably the world's most recognisable sportsperson and certainly one of the most marketable. In contrast, the two 2020 Athletes of the year were Swedish pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis and Venezuelan triple jumper Yulimar Rojas.

Pant vs KL Rahul as DC take on Punjab

Pant vs KL Rahul as DC take on Punjab

Rediff.com1 May 2021

For any bowling unit, facing the Dhawan-Shaw duo is a scary proposition.

Pet pics: Say hello to Monty!

Pet pics: Say hello to Monty!

Rediff.com13 May 2019

We asked you to share pics and stories of your furry companions. This is what our readers shared.

Another US general dragged in Patraeus sex scandal

Another US general dragged in Patraeus sex scandal

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

A sex scandal that forced Central Intelligence Agency chief David Patraeus to resign threatens to engulf another top United States general. Investigations have revealed that a Tampa socialite -- Jill Kelly -- sent 'flirtatious emails' to John Allen, the commander of US forces in Afghanistan.

Arms deal: CBI receives responses to its Letters rogatory

Arms deal: CBI receives responses to its Letters rogatory

Rediff.com28 Apr 2013

Arms dealer Abhishek Verma had forged the signatures of a CBI officer on a letter claiming inquiry against him in the Naval War Room leak case is being closed, US-based attorney C Edmond Allen has alleged in his statement to US investigators.

Pictures confirm third gatecrasher at State Dinner

Pictures confirm third gatecrasher at State Dinner

Rediff.com9 Jan 2010

Pictures posted on social networking sites, showing Carlos Allen with other guests, have confirmed that the third gatecrasher attended the White House State Dinner hosted by US President Barack Obama for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in November last.

Varun Gandhi dismisses 'honey trapping' allegations

Varun Gandhi dismisses 'honey trapping' allegations

Rediff.com22 Oct 2016

Gandhi was in the eye of a storm for allegedly leaking defence secrets to controversial arms dealer Abhishek Verma.

Top US commander in Afghanistan under investigation

Top US commander in Afghanistan under investigation

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

America's top commander in Afghanistan is being probed for his alleged "inappropriate communication" with a woman linked to former CIA director David Petraeus, who resigned abruptly last week over an extramarital affair.

Third radiation belt around earth discovered

Third radiation belt around earth discovered

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

National Aeronautics and Space Administration scientists claim to have discovered a third radiation belt around the earth, which may lead to a revision of a more than 50-year-old theory about the planet's radiation zones.

A low-cost space trip? Hop into this stunning plane!

A low-cost space trip? Hop into this stunning plane!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Entrepreneur and philanthropist Paul G Allen and aerospace pioneer Burt Rutan plan to develop the next generation of space travel.

Gen Dunford new NATO commander in Afghanistan

Gen Dunford new NATO commander in Afghanistan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

"For more than a year, General Allen has served with distinction as the Commander of US Forces and NATO International Security Assistances Forces in Afghanistan, seeing us through a critical period in our military efforts and in Afghanistan's transition," Obama said.

Radio days are back

Radio days are back

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

India Inc has been quick to spot the value-for-money brand promotion opportunity on radio.

IPL auction: Who bought which player, for how much

IPL auction: Who bought which player, for how much

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Here's the complete list of which team bagged who, and for how much!

Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

While we wait for Batra's latest to drop on Amazon Prime Video on February 11, Sukanya Verma looks at how Bollywood has dealt with affairs of the heart over the years.

Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft board to focus on philanthropy

Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft board to focus on philanthropy

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Microsoft on Friday (local time) announced that its co-founder Bill Gates has stepped down from the company's board of directors to dedicate more time to his philanthropic priorities including global health and education. Gates will, however, continue to serve as the technology advisor to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella.

Antoine Griezmann named player of the European Championship

Antoine Griezmann named player of the European Championship

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

France forward Antoine Griezmann was named player of the tournament on Monday after leading the Euro 2016 hosts to Sunday's final where they lost to Portugal in extra time.

Football Extras: Another 'biting' incident

Football Extras: Another 'biting' incident

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Can captain Warner get SRH back to winning ways?

Can captain Warner get SRH back to winning ways?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

A desperate Sunrisers Hyderabad would seek inspiration from skipper David Warner to arrest any further slide when they take on Punjab Kings in an IPL match, in Chennai, on Wednesday.

Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez to headline Biden inauguration

Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez to headline Biden inauguration

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Lady Gaga will perform the national anthem. There will be a musical performance by Lopez, who has used her voice during the coronavirus pandemic to speak out against its disproportionate toll on minority communities.

Varun Gandhi under attack over defence deals

Varun Gandhi under attack over defence deals

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Varun Gandhi was at the centre of a controversy over allegations that he had leaked defence secrets to middleman Abhishek Verma and arms manufacturers after being "honey trapped", a charge he stoutly denied.

IPL 2021: Memorable Moments

IPL 2021: Memorable Moments

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

IPL 2021 had many moments that made the tournament more special and fans asking for more.

With $2 bn in charity, Jeff Bezos is top donor of 2018

With $2 bn in charity, Jeff Bezos is top donor of 2018

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

Surprisingly, Jeff Bezos is the new entrant to the list and ends up holding the first position.

An investor and a philanthropist

An investor and a philanthropist

Rediff.com15 Apr 2004

Paul Allen became an investor and philanthropist after leaving Microsoft and has been named one of the top 15 philanthropists in America.

Mistrust with Pak yet to be overcome: Top US general

Mistrust with Pak yet to be overcome: Top US general

Rediff.com24 May 2012

General John Allen, United States commander of the International Support Assistance Force in Afghanistan has acknowledged that the level of mistrust with Pakistan is a major challenge that has yet to be overcome but that the resurrection of this military relationship is underway.

League Cup: Liverpool reach final after penalty drama

League Cup: Liverpool reach final after penalty drama

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Keeper Simon Mignolet proved the shootout hero as Liverpool reached the League Cup final on penalties after a gripping last-four second leg tie at Anfield ended 1-1 on aggregate on Tuesday.

Karthik's captaincy in focus as KKR face Sunrisers

Karthik's captaincy in focus as KKR face Sunrisers

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Much was expected from a revamped Kolkata Knight Riders set-up but it seemed Dinesh Karthik did not learn from his past mistakes

FA Cup: Son shines as Spurs beat Leicester, Liverpool through

FA Cup: Son shines as Spurs beat Leicester, Liverpool through

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

Son Heung-min's thunderous finish helped Tottenham Hotspur secure a 2-0 victory at Leicester City and Liverpool eased past fourth-tier Exeter City 3-0 in FA Cup third-round replays on Wednesday.

Battle of survival on cards as resurgent KXIP face SRH

Battle of survival on cards as resurgent KXIP face SRH

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

KXIP got its campaign back on track with three consecutive wins -- over mighty Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore and the KL Rahul-led side would be hoping to carry the winning momentum forward to break into top four.

Euro 2016: Team of the Tournament revealed; Bale misses out

Euro 2016: Team of the Tournament revealed; Bale misses out

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

The Euro 2016 has come to an end with Portugal defeating hosts France on Sunday to lift their biggest football title. UEFA, the organising body of European Championships has now revealed the Team of the Tournament for Euro 2016. Four Portugal players, three Germans and two each from France and Wales have made this team, which is selected by a 13-strong panel of technical observers also including legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

Preview: CSK take on upbeat Sunrisers Hyderabad

Preview: CSK take on upbeat Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

CSK and Sunrisers Hyderabad (since inception) have traditionally been two of the most balanced sides in most IPL editions but both have ensured scratchy starts this year

NSA leaker's employer became rich maintaining govt secrets

NSA leaker's employer became rich maintaining govt secrets

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Booz Allen Hamilton, the employer of Edward J Snowden's who claims to be the source behind leaks about NSA's internet spy work, has become one of the largest and most profitable corporations in the country almost exclusively by serving a single client -- the US government.

EPL PHOTOS: Tottenham score shock win over City; United held at Stoke

EPL PHOTOS: Tottenham score shock win over City; United held at Stoke

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

Manchester United were denied by a spirited Stoke City performance as Joe Allen pounced late to secure the visitors their first point at Old Trafford since 1989 in a deserved 1-1 Premier League draw.

Johansson turns director

Johansson turns director

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

The actress is amking her directorial debut with a five-minute film, New York, I Love You.

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

With days left for IPL 2021 to kick off, several key players will miss the biggest show in the cricketing universe.

Biden inauguration to include presidential escort, virtual parade

Biden inauguration to include presidential escort, virtual parade

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

President-elect Joe Biden's low-key inauguration on January 20 will include a Pass in Review on the East Front, a presidential escort to the White House, and a virtual parade across America following his official swearing in at the United States Capitol, the Presidential Inaugural Committee has announced.

EPL PHOTOS: Liverpool down Newcastle to stay in top four contention

EPL PHOTOS: Liverpool down Newcastle to stay in top four contention

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Liverpool kept alive their hopes of Champions League football next season with a comfortable 2-0 Premier League victory on Monday against a Newcastle United side who finished with 10 men.