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World Indoors PIX: Azu wins men's 60m; Kerr dethroned

World Indoors PIX: Azu wins men's 60m; Kerr dethroned

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Images from Friday's events at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Nanjing, China.

FA Cup PIX: Holders Man United dumped out in penalties

FA Cup PIX: Holders Man United dumped out in penalties

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Welbeck extra-time winner sends Brighton into quarters

Jaspal Rana will continue as my coach: Manu

Jaspal Rana will continue as my coach: Manu

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker has affirmed that Jaspal Rana will continue to be her coach despite his recent appointment as the High Performance trainer for pistol shooters.

Took 11 passengers down and...: Survivors recount Pak train hijack

Took 11 passengers down and...: Survivors recount Pak train hijack

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'They started checking the identity cards of some people and separated some of them. Three militants were guarding the doors of our coach. They told the people that they would not say anything to civilians, women, old people and Baloch people'

Some Man Utd players not good enough: Ratcliffe

Some Man Utd players not good enough: Ratcliffe

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

A number of Manchester United players are "not good enough" while some others are being "overpaid", the club's co-owner Jim Ratcliffe said.

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Cow Hospitals And Wah Taj! in Agra

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'Be it tourist guides, hotels, rickshaw drivers, all have a livelihood thanks to Shah Jahan.'

Greenland Anger Forces US To Trim Trip

Greenland Anger Forces US To Trim Trip

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Confronted by outrage in Greenland, the US has scaled down a proposed visit to the island.

Police foils BBC's Modi docu screening at Jamia, detains protesting students

Police foils BBC's Modi docu screening at Jamia, detains protesting students

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The university administration said the screening will not be allowed and that they are taking all measures to prevent people and organisations with a "vested interest to destroy the peaceful academic atmosphere of the university".

Aware of BBC raid, cannot offer any judgement: US

Aware of BBC raid, cannot offer any judgement: US

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

'We support the importance of free press around the world. We continue to highlight the importance of freedom of expression and freedom of religion or belief as human rights that contribute to strengthening democracies around the world. It has strengthened this democracy here in this country. It has strengthened India's democracy'

BBC drops Vaughan after allegations of racism

BBC drops Vaughan after allegations of racism

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan will not appear in BBC 5 Live's 'The Tuffers and Vaughan Cricket Show ' on Monday following allegations of racism by Azeem Rafiq, who claimed that he had made racist comments towards him and other players before a Yorkshire match in 2009.

Several DU students protesting varsity action over BBC documentary detained

Several DU students protesting varsity action over BBC documentary detained

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

The students have alleged that they were manhandled by the police and university security inside the North Campus premises.

Ready to step down for peace, NATO membership: Zelenskyy

Ready to step down for peace, NATO membership: Zelenskyy

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Kyiv School of Economics President Tymofiy Mylovanov shared a video of Zelenskyy responding to a question from BBC News in Ukrainian. Zelenskyy stated that he is focused on Ukraine's security today and not staying in power for decades.

Govt calls BBC documentary on 2002 riots as 'propaganda piece'

Govt calls BBC documentary on 2002 riots as 'propaganda piece'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

The bias, lack of objectivity and continuing colonial mindset are blatantly visible, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said at a media briefing while replying to a volley of questions on the documentary.

William, Harry condemn BBC 'deceit' over Diana interview

William, Harry condemn BBC 'deceit' over Diana interview

Rediff.com21 May 2021

In separate statements following an independent inquiry's conclusion that the BBC "fell short of the high standards of integrity and transparency which are its hallmark", her sons blamed the controversial 1995 interview for her "fear and paranoia" that damaged their parents' relationship.

Amid ban, JNUSU poster announces BBC's Modi documentary screening on Tuesday

Amid ban, JNUSU poster announces BBC's Modi documentary screening on Tuesday

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

The Jawaharlal Nehru University administration, in an advisory on Monday, said the union has not taken its permission for the event and it should be cancelled as it could "disturb peace and harmony".

EPL PIX: City score late win; Villa crush Newcastle

EPL PIX: City score late win; Villa crush Newcastle

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Rani, Humpy in race for BBC honour

Rani, Humpy in race for BBC honour

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Vinesh, Dutee, Bhaker also among nominees for 'BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year'.

Said what 1st dy CM said about 2nd dy CM: Kamra on Shinde row

Said what 1st dy CM said about 2nd dy CM: Kamra on Shinde row

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

In a lengthy statement on X late Monday night, a defiant Kamra said those busy leaking his number on social media or calling him incessantly should know that it all goes to his voicemail where they will be subjected to "the very song" that they hate.

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'We are committed to leveraging our influence constructively to support the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in fostering cricket development and ensuring playing opportunities for both men and women in Afghanistan'.

James Anderson set for T20 comeback after 11 years!

James Anderson set for T20 comeback after 11 years!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

England bowling great James Anderson will extend his playing career after signing a one-year contract with Lancashire for the 2025 season.

SC seeks govt records on decision to block BBC's Modi docu, hearing in April

SC seeks govt records on decision to block BBC's Modi docu, hearing in April

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

The apex court also directed the Centre to produce original records relating to take down order.

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A senior police officer said adequate security arrangements have been made on the campus to maintain peace and tranquillity in the area.

Pak train hijack: 21 passengers, 4 soldiers killed; all hostages freed

Pak train hijack: 21 passengers, 4 soldiers killed; all hostages freed

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

At least 27 terrorists were killed and 155 passengers rescued by the security forces after Baloch militants hijacked a passenger train in a tunnel in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Tuesday, security officials said.

Rookie's mistake, Haaland's heroics: City's comeback story

Rookie's mistake, Haaland's heroics: City's comeback story

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Manchester City bounced back after conceding an early goal to beat Chelsea 3-1 on Saturday

FA Cup PICS: Manchester City, Bournemouth in last 8

FA Cup PICS: Manchester City, Bournemouth in last 8

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

A round-up of Saturday's fifth round action in the FA Cup

China bans BBC from broadcasting for violating reporting guidelines

China bans BBC from broadcasting for violating reporting guidelines

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Global Times, the Chinese Communist Party government's mouthpiece, said that the broadcaster is responsible "for falsified reporting" on China's handling of the coronavirus in the country.

BBC apologises for cover up in 1995 Diana interview scoop

BBC apologises for cover up in 1995 Diana interview scoop

Rediff.com20 May 2021

The BBC on Thursday issued an apology as an inquiry concluded that the media corporation had covered up the tactics used by journalist Martin Bashir to secure his famous 1995 interview scoop with Princess Diana, in which the late Princess of Wales opened up about her troubled marriage to Prince Charles.

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

BBC drops Vaughan from Ashes coverage amid racism claims

BBC drops Vaughan from Ashes coverage amid racism claims

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Former England captain Michael Vaughan will play no part in the BBC's coverage of the upcoming Ashes series after being named in the racism controversy involving former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, the broadcaster said on Wednesday.

24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

16 missing, 150,000 evacuated, 70,000 without power.

Manga Fever Takes Over India

Manga Fever Takes Over India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Crunchyroll, and Disney+ Hotstar are continuously expanding their Anime libraries.'

PIX: Salah breaks Lampard's record; Liverpool go 9 clear at the top

PIX: Salah breaks Lampard's record; Liverpool go 9 clear at the top

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

ChatGPT Vs DeepSeek: The Plot Thickens

ChatGPT Vs DeepSeek: The Plot Thickens

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The tech community, which was getting ready to use the ChatGPT fever and raise unlimited capital for their businesses, is going to face tougher obstacles now, predicts Ajit Balakrishnan.

Huge Ports Deal Sparks US-China Tensions

Huge Ports Deal Sparks US-China Tensions

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The $22.8 billion CK Hutchison ports deal intensifies geopolitical tensions between the US and China. Chinese media has already called it 'a betrayal of all Chinese people'. Shyam G Menon explains how the proposed sale will reshapes global trade infrastructure.

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Why Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 mega auction

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'I want to be wearing this England shirt for as long as I can.'

'World Championships aren't just about chess'

'World Championships aren't just about chess'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I think the world championship matches are decided not purely by chess but by who has the better character and who has the better willpower. And I think those qualities, I did show quite well'

Liz Truss cancels BBC interview, Sunak camp accuses her of evading scrutiny

Liz Truss cancels BBC interview, Sunak camp accuses her of evading scrutiny

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

The Cabinet minister pulled out of the interview hours before it was to air on Tuesday evening, with her team saying she could no longer spare the time.

35 killed, 43 hurt as 62-year-old man rams car into crowd in China

35 killed, 43 hurt as 62-year-old man rams car into crowd in China

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

A 62-year-old man rammed his car into a crowd of people exercising at a sports centre in Zhuhai, China, killing 35 and injuring 43. The attacker, identified as Fan, was quickly apprehended and is currently receiving medical treatment after attempting self-harm. Police believe Fan's actions were motivated by his dissatisfaction with the property division outcome of his divorce. The incident occurred on Monday evening but was not reported by Chinese media until Tuesday evening. The event has sparked concerns and prompted authorities to strengthen security measures and investigate the incident.

Why Anderson, 42, registered for IPL mega auction

Why Anderson, 42, registered for IPL mega auction

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

England's pace great James Anderson says he has listed himself for the upcoming IPL mega auction to enhance his knowledge about the game.

Anderson to CSK? A match made in cricket heaven?

Anderson to CSK? A match made in cricket heaven?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Michael Vaughan says he "won't be surprised" if retired pacer Jimmy Anderson ends up at Chennai Super Kings