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Olympics Soccer: Japan, Spain, Brazil, Mexico in semis

Olympics Soccer: Japan, Spain, Brazil, Mexico in semis

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Japan are the only team to maintain a perfect record in the group stage and are now just one win away from securing a first medal in men's soccer since claiming bronze at the 1968 Games.

Paris Paralympics: STUNNING PIX!

Paris Paralympics: STUNNING PIX!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Images from Day 5 of the Paralympic Games in Paris on Monday, September 2, 2024.

Canada's move on visa program to hit Indian students

Canada's move on visa program to hit Indian students

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The processing time for students applying under the Student Direct Stream (SDS) was significantly shorter and approval rates higher, something that will change after Canada ended the scheme on Friday.

Terrorism common threat, need decisive measures to counter it: BRICS leaders

Terrorism common threat, need decisive measures to counter it: BRICS leaders

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

In a joint declaration issued after the 16th BRICS Summit in the Russian city of Kazan attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, among others, the leaders reiterated unequivocal condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations while reaffirming that it should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group.

'Nobody asks players what they think about adding games'

'Nobody asks players what they think about adding games'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The 2024-25 Champions League is the first to be run under the "Swiss system", in which each team play eight matches in a group phase that will not finish until late January.

PIX: Barca go down to Las Palmas on club's 125th anniversary

PIX: Barca go down to Las Palmas on club's 125th anniversary

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Schick on target again as Leverkusen win, Leipzig thrashed 5-1

Brazil police close Neymar rape case

Brazil police close Neymar rape case

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Brazilian police said on Tuesday they had recommended no rape charges against soccer star Neymar, after a woman he met online said he flew her to Paris and assaulted her in a hotel there.

Will China Vacate Depsang, Demchok?

Will China Vacate Depsang, Demchok?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

If China is accommodating regarding Depsang and Demchok, a resolution of the Sino-India territorial dispute in Eastern Ladakh could be possible.

Indians disappoint in men's 20km race walk at Olympics

Indians disappoint in men's 20km race walk at Olympics

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

India's Vikash Singh and Paramjeet Singh finished at lowly 30th and 37th positions respectively while national record-holder Akshdeep Singh pulled out after the 6km mark in Paris

Now a Trump clone in Brazil!

Now a Trump clone in Brazil!

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

'As he has no executive track record, so far, he is all talk and hence essentially a braggart and a bigot.' 'That he is described as the 'Trump of the tropics' should give a shorthand summary to what he stands for on issues in general,' points out Ambassador B S Prakash, India's former envoy to Brazil.

Why is SC library's 'Lady Justice' statue unique?

Why is SC library's 'Lady Justice' statue unique?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The Supreme Court of India has a new 'Lady Justice' -- a six-foot-tall sculpture in the judges' library holding scales in one hand and the Constitution in the other sans the sword.

All you need to know about Copa America 2024

All you need to know about Copa America 2024

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Fourteen stadiums across the US will host the Copa America matches.

Paralympics: Kathuniya bags silver in men's discus throw

Paralympics: Kathuniya bags silver in men's discus throw

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The F-56 is a seating field event class for differently-abled athletes.

'They do it with a smile': Trump criticises India's high tariffs

'They do it with a smile': Trump criticises India's high tariffs

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Trump described Modi as "the nicest human being", saying the Indian leader is "a friend of mine".

Nadal wins 4-hour battle; enters first semis since 2022

Nadal wins 4-hour battle; enters first semis since 2022

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Rafael Nadal last appeared in a semi-final at Wimbledon in 2022.

Wah! The Super Moon!

Wah! The Super Moon!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Glimpses of the Super Moon rising over skylines and landmarks of the world.

Paralympics: India's para shuttlers shine on day 1

Paralympics: India's para shuttlers shine on day 1

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

As the Paris Paralympics continue, India's athletes remain focused and determined, with more events lined up in the coming days.

India ready to...: Modi to Putin on ending Ukraine war

India ready to...: Modi to Putin on ending Ukraine war

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday conveyed to Russian President Vladimir Putin that India stands ready to provide all possible cooperation towards ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict and that dialogue and diplomacy is the only way to bring peace to the region.

Davis Cup: Balaji, Ramkumar flop in singles

Davis Cup: Balaji, Ramkumar flop in singles

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

N Sriram Balaji was easily tamed by Elias Ymer, while Ramkumar Ramanathan went down to a lower-ranked Leo Borg as India were left trailing 0-2 against Sweden in the Davis Cup World Group I tie.

F1: Hamilton hunts down Verstappen for victory in Brazil

F1: Hamilton hunts down Verstappen for victory in Brazil

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton hunted down Max Verstappen to win the Sao Paulo Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday and slash his Red Bull rival's Formula One lead to 14 points in one of the greatest drives of his career.

PIX: Biles makes stunning return to Olympics!

PIX: Biles makes stunning return to Olympics!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Biles, the world's most decorated gymnast, returned for her third Olympics after she abruptly pulled out from the team final at the Tokyo Games suffering from the "twisties", a term used to describe the temporary loss of spatial awareness while performing high-difficulty elements.

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's a simple recipe or breakfast or as an evening snack at home.

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 5, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 5, 2024

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

India's inspirational para-athletes achieved their stated goal of 25 medals and remained on course for more in Paris on Thursday.

PICS: Pegula sends world No. 1 Swiatek out of US Open

PICS: Pegula sends world No. 1 Swiatek out of US Open

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Images from the US Open women's singles quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows on Wednesday.

Brazil's soccer star Marta tests positive for COVID-19

Brazil's soccer star Marta tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

Brazil's six-time world player of the year Marta has tested positive for COVID-19, the country's soccer governing body (CBF) said on Saturday.

Nagal ousted from Germany ATP Challenger

Nagal ousted from Germany ATP Challenger

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

India's top-ranked tennis player Sumit Nagal was ousted by Pedro Cachin of Argentina in the pre-quarter-finals of the Braunschweig ATP Challenger, in Braunschweig, Germany, on Wednesday.

World Cup qualifiers: Argentina breeze past Peru, Brazil win

World Cup qualifiers: Argentina breeze past Peru, Brazil win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Earlier in the night, Bolivia were denied their first win when Kaku scored with 18 minutes remaining to rescue a 2-2 draw for home side Paraguay in Asuncion.

Under pressure India clash with Aussies in BGT opener

Under pressure India clash with Aussies in BGT opener

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

India will be under tremendous pressure when they face an equally circumspect Australia in a battle of two out-of-form batting units in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth

Royal Enfield eyes Europe, US as debut markets for electric bike C6

Royal Enfield eyes Europe, US as debut markets for electric bike C6

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Royal Enfield is planning to introduce its electric bike initially in developed markets such as Europe and the US where it anticipates better traction for the premium product, a top company executive said on Tuesday. Royal Enfield, a division of Eicher Motors, forayed into electric bike space on Monday with the unveiling of its first model under the all-new Flying Flea brand.

Paralympics: Landmine blast survivor Sema wins Shot Put bronze

Paralympics: Landmine blast survivor Sema wins Shot Put bronze

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Landmine blast survivor Hokato Sema came up with a career-best throw of 14.65 metres to win the bronze medal in the men's Shot Put F57 category at the Paralympic Games in Paris on Friday.

F1 PIX: Verstappen pulls off stunning win in Brazilian GP

F1 PIX: Verstappen pulls off stunning win in Brazilian GP

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Red Bull's Max Verstappen dealt Lando Norris a shattering blow in their Formula One title battle by winning a wet and chaotic Sao Paulo Grand Prix from 17th on the grid.

India 'abuser' of import tariffs; Modi 'fantastic man': Trump

India 'abuser' of import tariffs; Modi 'fantastic man': Trump

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Trump made the announcement while campaigning in Michigan, but did not provide any further details of their meeting.

Prannoy in Round of 16 at Australian Open

Prannoy in Round of 16 at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

In mixed doubles, the husband-wife Indian pair of B Sumeeth Reddy and N Sikki Reddy defeated Malaysia's Wong Tien Ci and Lim Chiew Sien 21-17, 21-19.

Brazil sees return of soccer at empty Maracana stadium

Brazil sees return of soccer at empty Maracana stadium

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Brazilian football resumed after a three-month hiatus on Thursday night, with Flamengo beating Bangu 3-0 at an empty Maracana stadium in the first game of the restarted Rio de Janeiro state championship.

India, China special reps meet soon; may resume Manasarovar flight

India, China special reps meet soon; may resume Manasarovar flight

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Jaishankar said that both sides also exchanged views on the next steps in the India-China bilateral ties.

Brazil's Amazon rainforests burn at record rate

Brazil's Amazon rainforests burn at record rate

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Fires are raging at a record rate in Brazil's Amazon rainforest, and scientists warn that it could strike a devastating blow to the fight against climate change. Although more than 72,000 fires have raged since the year began, over 9,500 new infernos have ignited since last Thursday, according to Brazil's space research centre INPE. There has been an 83 per cent surge in forest fires since the same period last year and the highest number since records began.

4 detected with SA Covid variant, 1 with Brazil strain: Govt

4 detected with SA Covid variant, 1 with Brazil strain: Govt

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

All travellers and contacts have been tested and quarantined.

Situation at LAC stable but not normal: Army Chief

Situation at LAC stable but not normal: Army Chief

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh is stable but sensitive and not normal, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi said on Tuesday on the dragging military standoff between China and India in the region.

Ex-Brazil striker Ronaldinho tests positive for COVID-19

Ex-Brazil striker Ronaldinho tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Former Brazil striker Ronaldinho Gaucho said he has tested positive for COVID-19 and is self-isolating.

PIX: Spain rally to down Japan; US, Germany make solid start

PIX: Spain rally to down Japan; US, Germany make solid start

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Images from the opening day's action in the Olympics women's football tournament in Paris on Thursday.