News for 'Blue Tigers'

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Blue Tigers held their first training session in Vietnam on Monday evening at the Nam Dinh Sports Palace Ground and will have four more full sessions before taking on the hosts on Saturday.

We are in better physical shape now'

We are in better physical shape now'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The Indian senior men's team have begun their preparations for the upcoming friendly match against Vietnam, and head coach Manolo Mrquez believes his wards are in better physical shape now than in the September window.

Confident Marquez suggests Chhetri will play Maldives friendly

Confident Marquez suggests Chhetri will play Maldives friendly

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

All eyes on Chhetri as India face Maldives in friendly ahead of Asian Cup qualifier.

'Job Losses Will Come First, Job Creation Will Come Later'

'Job Losses Will Come First, Job Creation Will Come Later'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

'When AI comes in, coders in Bangalore or Hyderabad will lose their jobs.'

'The door is always open for Chhetri'

'The door is always open for Chhetri'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Newly appointed India head coach Khalid Jamil on Sunday cleared the air about the leaving out of talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri from the CAFA Nations Cup national camp, saying it was just a preparatory tournament for the crucial Asian Cup qualifying round matches in October.

Coach Manolo eyes first win as India take on Vietnam

Coach Manolo eyes first win as India take on Vietnam

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Head coach Manolo Marquez will seek his first win with Team India in an international friendly against Vietnam in Nahm Din, Vietnam on Saturday which was originally planned as a Tri-Nation tournament before Lebanon's withdrawal.

Will Hamza Choudhury trouble Chhetri and Co?

Will Hamza Choudhury trouble Chhetri and Co?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

The match against India on Tuesday, will be his first outing in a Bangladesh jersey.

'India, India, all the way!'

'India, India, all the way!'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'From passing the ball in the right passages to the defence to amazing guarding of the goals by Sandhu throughout the tournament it has been a top notch performance from the entire squad.'

Chhetri leads India's charge for World Cup qualification

Chhetri leads India's charge for World Cup qualification

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Chhetri's record against the neighbours is quite impressive, scoring four goals in eight matches including a spectacular strike from a free kick in Kolkata in 2022.

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India go down 0-1 to Hong Kong in crucial 2027 Asian Cup Qualifier match

'We are ready to perform'

'We are ready to perform'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

India, who made it to two successive Asian Cups for the first time in 2023, are aiming to extend the streak. Hong Kong also qualified for the previous tournament, but with only one available berth, either side is bound to miss out.

Like Kareena's Workout Look?

Like Kareena's Workout Look?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Kriti goes green... Sonakshi picks black... Mouni gets her blush on...

'A Big Chunk Of India's Office Workers Will End Up Becoming Part Of The Gig Economy'

'A Big Chunk Of India's Office Workers Will End Up Becoming Part Of The Gig Economy'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

'More and more people from the middle class will become self-employed gig workers mostly working from home, rather than as office workers with salary, promotion, bonuses, etc.'

Asia Cup: Will Gill Replace Samson Or Varma?

Asia Cup: Will Gill Replace Samson Or Varma?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Will Shubman Gill force either Sanju Samson or Tilak Varma out of the playing XI for the Asia Cup opening match against the UAE?

India's tough road to 2027 Asian Cup

India's tough road to 2027 Asian Cup

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

India was on Sunday drawn in a tricky group along with Bangladesh, Hong Kong and Singapore for the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers final round matches, beginning March 25 next year.

'Dedicate my award to every football fan in India'

'Dedicate my award to every football fan in India'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

'At the same time, this may encourage some youngsters in some parts of the country to pursue football.'

Ananya, Mouni, Tiger...STUNNING!

Ananya, Mouni, Tiger...STUNNING!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The red carpet shone like a starry sky at the Lokmat Most Stylish Awards 2023.

IndiGo Crisis: 'Well-Orchestrated To Pressure Government, DGCA'

IndiGo Crisis: 'Well-Orchestrated To Pressure Government, DGCA'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

'Where rostering systems are automated and duty time software interfaces directly with DGCA, the assertion that they suddenly discovered crew shortages is simply implausible.' 'If adequate crew planning hasn't materialised within 12 to 24 months from inception, how will 45 days -- from December 5 to February 12 -- suddenly resolve matters?'

'We have an able coach in Manolo Marquez'

'We have an able coach in Manolo Marquez'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'I know it's a pressure on the boys that it has been one year, but soon we will win a game. Don't worry, we are on the right track.'

Tiger 3 Trailer: Bhaijaan Supremacy!

Tiger 3 Trailer: Bhaijaan Supremacy!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Salman's devil-may-care attitude as Tiger looks super cool and he lights up the screen in a way that only he can. But his surprisingly poignant turn is what got Mayur Sanap really excited.

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

PHOTOS: Chhetri's brace gives India winning start

PHOTOS: Chhetri's brace gives India winning start

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Sunil Chhetri was once again the man of the moment as he struck a brace to inspire India to a 2-0 win over Cambodia in the third round of qualifying for next year's Asian Cup.

Stimac to remain in charge for 2nd round of WC qualifiers

Stimac to remain in charge for 2nd round of WC qualifiers

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Stimac had earlier also said that the results against Kuwait and Qatar in June will be the real indicator of the Indian football team's prospect of making a maiden appearance in the third round of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

'Love is all shades of blues and hues'

'Love is all shades of blues and hues'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Film folk get romantic on Valentine's Day, and post loved-up pictures and messages.

Katrina Rocks A Blue Bikini

Katrina Rocks A Blue Bikini

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

What's the best way to get rid of your midweek blues? Just watch Katrina Kaif wear the colour in the best way she can!

All eyes on Chhetri as India look to regain Intercontinental Cup

All eyes on Chhetri as India look to regain Intercontinental Cup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as the Blue Tigers look to regain the Intercontinental Cup

#Cheating Trends After India's WC Exit

#Cheating Trends After India's WC Exit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The Indian football team's World Cup dream took a devastating turn in their crucial Round 2 qualifier against Qatar.

Like Rashmika's Black And Blue Look?

Like Rashmika's Black And Blue Look?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Just how seriously does Bollywood take its airport fashion?

PIX: Chhetri scores on return as India trounce Maldives

PIX: Chhetri scores on return as India trounce Maldives

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

First win for India since Nov 2023 and first under coach Manolo Marquez.

War 2 Review: Well-Made Masala Film

War 2 Review: Well-Made Masala Film

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

War 2 offers you exactly what you'd expect from a mass entertainer: some escapist fun, some truly knockout action scenes, and overall a good time at the movies, observes Mayur Sanap.

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Luxury carmakers are shifting into high gear with a mix of product launches, personalised experiences and lifestyle-led engagement.

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'...there's a feeling of being indebted to the sport, to my team, that I get to do this.'

Fans storm Doha airport as Indian players touch down for Asian Cup

Fans storm Doha airport as Indian players touch down for Asian Cup

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Sandesh Jhingan, upon his arrival at the airport in Doha, said, 'No group in the Asian Cup is easy. Of course, we've got Australia, and they need no introduction. But what we have learned in the last few years is that we must never fear any opposition.'

Coach Marquez yet to taste win as India held by Malaysia

Coach Marquez yet to taste win as India held by Malaysia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Both teams showed urgency to find the winner but were denied, with Malaysia coming close just before the final whistle.

Guess which footballers are rooting for India this Cricket World Cup?

Guess which footballers are rooting for India this Cricket World Cup?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Germany's World Cup-winning football team forward Thomas Mueller took to social media to show his support for the Indian cricket team in the ongoing ICC World Cup.

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India face tough Iraq test sans Chhetri

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

When Raj And Uddhav Met Each Other

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'If Uddhav bhau and Raj bhau come together, who can stop us?' Prasanna D Zore reports on the fervour and hope set off by the Thackeray cousins coming together.

Rishabh Pant takes incredible to another level: Gower

Rishabh Pant takes incredible to another level: Gower

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Former England captain David Gower said the mercurial Rishabh Pant performs what 'others can only dream of and takes incredible to another level.'

Need to improve, but not much to complain about: Stimac

Need to improve, but not much to complain about: Stimac

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac has expressed his displeasure over his wards losing possession of the ball at crucial junctures of a game.

FIFA rankings: India plummet further

FIFA rankings: India plummet further

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Reigning world champions Argentina continue to top the chart followed by 2022 World Cup runners-up France, England, Belgium and Brazil.