News for 'Black Lives Matter'

Lessons Pepsi should learn from Tata Tea

Lessons Pepsi should learn from Tata Tea

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

Unlike Pepsi's Kendell Jenner ad, Tata Tea's Jaago Re campaigns were careful not to insert its product in the ad's storyline and they targeted topics on which there was near unanimity of outrage.

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'The outrage that followed the destruction of the Babri Masjid was an inability to see the event for what it was: The rectification of a grave historical wrong, the restitution of a hurt of a people and the countering of moral injustice,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Nationwide strike over Kolkata doctor's murder; surgeries hit

Nationwide strike over Kolkata doctor's murder; surgeries hit

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

According to the Federation of Resident Doctors Association, during the indefinite strike, all outpatient departments, operation theatres, and ward duties will be shut, but emergency services will continue to operate as usual, ensuring that urgent patient care remains unaffected.

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

The Legend That Was Pritish Nandy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

He was colourful. He was dramatic. He was The Master of His Craft. There never will be an editor as versatile as Pritish Nandy, notes Nikhil Lakshman.

'Am I next?' Tennis star joins chorus of protest after Minneapolis death

'Am I next?' Tennis star joins chorus of protest after Minneapolis death

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged on Friday with murder in the death of 46-year-old George Floyd after cellphone footage of the white officer kneeling on Floyd's neck prompted a wave of protests.

Eight sportspersons on TIME 100 most influential list

Eight sportspersons on TIME 100 most influential list

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The athletes on the US magazine's list have enjoyed sporting success as well as promoting other causes.

My 10 Least Liked Movies Of 2024

My 10 Least Liked Movies Of 2024

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Every year has its share of duds and turkeys. 2024 was no different except that even the rotten ones are too drab to have any real offence value.

Why South Africa's players won't take a knee in England series

Why South Africa's players won't take a knee in England series

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The issue has marred South Africa's return to international cricket for the first time since March and created debate over whether the squad should be seen to be more publicly supportive of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Holding slams England over pullout from Pakistan tour

Holding slams England over pullout from Pakistan tour

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

West Indies legend Michael Holding says England's decision to cancel its limited overs tours of Pakistan smacked of 'western arrogance' and the country wouldn't have ever done this to a rich and powerful cricket board like India.

'Trump's Going To Be Very Good For India'

'Trump's Going To Be Very Good For India'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'He is the only president, the only American politician, who had the guts to stand with Hindus.'

Injured Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern final

Injured Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern final

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

'This has been an emotional week and I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of support.'

'Big Three' join #BlackoutTuesday campaign against racial injustice

'Big Three' join #BlackoutTuesday campaign against racial injustice

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Novak Djokovic posted black screenshots on his Twitter and Instagram pages with the message "Black Lives Matter", and was joined by Federer and Nadal, the other members of the "Big Three" of men's tennis.

While Stars Won Globes, Audiences Lost Out

While Stars Won Globes, Audiences Lost Out

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

There was no drama, no applause, no tears, no laughter. The 79th Golden Globes had indeed lost its lustre, says Aseem Chhabra.

'How come our government comments on global issues?'

'How come our government comments on global issues?'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

'International celebrities are commenting on the way the farmers are being treated, and I don't understand why that's a problem.'

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Earlier this week, former England batsman Michael Carberry said cricket was "rife with racism". ]

Kashi, Mathura must also shine like Ayodhya: Adityanath

Kashi, Mathura must also shine like Ayodhya: Adityanath

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Participating in the eighth edition of Deepotsav in Ayodhya - the first since the consecration of Ram temple on January 22, Adityanath said, "This is a historic first as after 500 years, Lord Ram is now in his abode in Ayodhya for Diwali."

Michael Holding announces retirement from commentary

Michael Holding announces retirement from commentary

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

The legendary Michael Holding, one of the fiercest pacers and one of the most respected voices in world cricket, has called time on his illustrious career as a commentator and broadcaster.

Hamilton's raised fist revives memories of Mexico 1968

Hamilton's raised fist revives memories of Mexico 1968

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'It is going to be a lifelong thing for me.'

Formula One to launch diversity task force

Formula One to launch diversity task force

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Formula One said the task force would listen to a range of people, including drivers, to identify what needed to be done to improve diversity and opportunity.

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Alleging that the BJP would end democracy if it was not voted out, Kharge said it was because of this democracy that a tea-seller's son could become the prime minister of India and he, the son of a labourer, could become the president of the opposition Congress.

Until we educate the entire human race, racism will not stop: Holding

Until we educate the entire human race, racism will not stop: Holding

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

An emotional Michael Holding didn't hold back as he delivered a powerful message against racism on Wednesday, asserting that the black race has been dehumanised and its accomplishments wiped off from a history "written by people who do the harm." Holding, who will retire from commentary at the end of next year, talked about racism as cricket restarted amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Southampton with the first England-West Indies Test.

Serena's husband resigns from Reddit board

Serena's husband resigns from Reddit board

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Ohanian married tennis star Serena Williams in 2017.

No winner yet in tense US presidential race

No winner yet in tense US presidential race

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

After the latest projections in Wisconsin, Biden has 253 electoral college votes as against Trump's 213, making it much difficult for the President to win the polls. The winner of the 2020 presidential election should have at least 270 Electoral College votes out of the 538-member electoral college.

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

'South Africa won't take knee in home series against England'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

South Africa will appear in their first international assignment since the COVID-19-induced lockdown in March when they host England for three T20Is and as many ODIs, beginning on November 27 at Newlands.

Athletes should be allowed to protest during Olympic Games: IOC chief

Athletes should be allowed to protest during Olympic Games: IOC chief

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

'Athletes are a part of the world and they want to reflect the world they live in. For me, that is perfectly acceptable.'

'Hands up' protests take over New York

'Hands up' protests take over New York

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

New York city came almost to a standstill for a second day after protesters continued their agitation against the New York Police Department in the Eric Garner choking case.

Osaka keen to spread awareness about racial injustice

Osaka keen to spread awareness about racial injustice

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

The 22-year-old Osaka has been at the forefront of protests from tennis players against racial injustice in the United States.

Chess Olympiad PIX: Gukesh, Arjun on fire as India rout Azerbaijan

Chess Olympiad PIX: Gukesh, Arjun on fire as India rout Azerbaijan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

After scoring their fifth victory on the trot, the Indian men maintained their joint lead with 10 points along with China, Vietnam and Hungary.

Obama on police shootings: 'We are better than this'

Obama on police shootings: 'We are better than this'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

United States President Barack Obama has said that the fatal shootings of black men by police this week were "symptomatic of a broader set of racial disparities" and all Americans should be troubled by these incidents of brutality.

Osaka heads to Melbourne with world at her feet

Osaka heads to Melbourne with world at her feet

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Osaka has been an outspoken supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement both in Japan and the United States

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.

Bayern defender urges players to take a knee in Champions League

Bayern defender urges players to take a knee in Champions League

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

The German defender, who has been the victim of racial abuse in the past, said he had spoken to his Bayern team mates about the issues raised by the BLM movement.

Praggnanandhaa's unbeaten streak ends; loses second round match

Praggnanandhaa's unbeaten streak ends; loses second round match

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa committed a time-pressure blunder as he suffered defeat at the hands of Parham Maghsoodloo of Iran in the second round of Prague Masters Chess tournament in Prague.

ICC rejects Khawaja's appeal against armband sanction

ICC rejects Khawaja's appeal against armband sanction

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Usman Khawaja suffered a setback after his appeal against the sanction imposed on him for wearing a black armband during the opening Test against Pakistan was rejected by ICC.

Holder wants racism to be treated like doping and fixing

Holder wants racism to be treated like doping and fixing

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

According to ICC rules, a player can be banned for life for on-pitch racist abuse if he breaches the anti-racism code three times. A first offence results in four to eight suspension points.

Did Kendall choose the wrong year to debut at Golden Globes?

Did Kendall choose the wrong year to debut at Golden Globes?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

The 22-yr-old model was trolled for her surprise appearance at the 75th Golden Globes.

'Society should learn anti-racism lesson from football'

'Society should learn anti-racism lesson from football'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

Soccer players have shown their support for the movement and Wenger believes the fact that so many black players have made the grade shows the sport does not suffer from racism.

Fair & Lovely: Can HUL go beyond a cosmetic change?

Fair & Lovely: Can HUL go beyond a cosmetic change?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

For a product initially positioned as a "closet mate" which could help improve a woman's marital prospects, HUL Chairman Sanjiv Mehta says the communication now is all about women's empowerment.

BLM: Does taking a knee really make a difference?

BLM: Does taking a knee really make a difference?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

England all-rounder Chris Jordan says he still believes taking a knee is an important act for sports people, as role models, to show their support for BLM.

F1 champ Hamilton will not boycott Belgian GP

F1 champ Hamilton will not boycott Belgian GP

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'I do stand unified with them, trying to do what I can over here'