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England will not boycott Afghanistan match at Champions Trophy

England will not boycott Afghanistan match at Champions Trophy

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Last month, a group of British lawmakers urged England to boycott the Champions Trophy group stage match against Afghanistan.

Gambhir's injury ignites club vs country row

Gambhir's injury ignites club vs country row

Rediff.com26 May 2011

The IPL has made Indian cricketers millionaires overnight. But it is worth risking them at the cost of playing for the national side.

'Free Palestine' banner at UCL match irks French minister

'Free Palestine' banner at UCL match irks French minister

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

UEFA to not place sanctions on PSG

'BJP Won't Be Able To Form Government In Bengal in 2026'

'BJP Won't Be Able To Form Government In Bengal in 2026'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

'The BJP lacks a credible mass leader who matches Mamata Banerjee's popularity.' 'Given the division of votes among Opposition parties, the West Bengal government's dole-giving strategy, and the consolidation of the poor, significant sections of scheduled caste groups and Muslim minorities behind the ruling party, it will be difficult to dislodge the Trinamool from power.'

'Umpires who rely on books harming the game'

'Umpires who rely on books harming the game'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Anil Chaudhary, a veteran umpire, believes that Indian umpires are struggling due to overemphasis on theoretical knowledge and lack of practical experience.

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Former South African captain Graeme Smith is confident that his country will end its long wait for an ICC trophy in 2023, with the Champions Trophy and World Test Championship final on the horizon. He believes the team is in a strong position to break their drought and is focused on developing the nation's cricket ecosystem ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Keeping their players' "safety and security" in mind, Mohun Bagan Super Giant have decided against travelling to Iran for their AFC Champions League 2 match against Tractor FC owing to the existing volatile situation in the west Asian nation.

FIFA's transfer market in legal jeopardy, Billions at stake

FIFA's transfer market in legal jeopardy, Billions at stake

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Soccer's player transfer system will be in the spotlight and could even be on the brink of collapse on Friday when the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) announces its ruling on former France player Lassana Diarra's case against FIFA.

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast with conditions

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to resume his podcast with conditions

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh took note of Allahbadia's submission that the podcast was his only source of livelihood and around 280 people employed by him were dependent on the show.

Ridiculous! Tennis legend slams players for snubbing India

Ridiculous! Tennis legend slams players for snubbing India

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Former Indian tennis captain Anand Amritraj has criticized top players Sumit Nagal and Yuki Bhambri for not playing in the Davis Cup, stating that money should not be a factor when representing the country.

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

When Kasturi Rajamurty won a gold medal in powerlifting at the WPPL World Cup in Russia, she sure had come a long way. From a life of penury to constantly being short of funds to fuel her passion, she had finally triumphed, and how.

India Inc holds breath for Trump's new tariffs to kick in

India Inc holds breath for Trump's new tariffs to kick in

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Industry insiders in India warn that any such move in the pharmaceutical sector could be counterproductive for the US as it may face increased drug shortages if tariffs are imposed on such imports.

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player for 2024

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player for 2024

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

In his first full MLS season after joining Miami in July 2023, Lionel Messi had 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 matches while his club set a league record with a 74-point campaign before a stunning first-round elimination from the play-offs.

'India Has No Need To Support Baloch Movement'

'India Has No Need To Support Baloch Movement'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

'When so many young Baloch men and women are willingly volunteering as fighters and even suicide bombers.'

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Javelin thrower Sachin Yadav of Uttar Pradesh, 18-year-old high jumper Pooja Singh of Haryana and long distance runner Sawan Barwal of Himachal Pradesh rewrote National Games records and won gold medals on the concluding day of athletics competition. Yadav sent his spear to a Games-record distance of 84.39m in his fifth attempt, while Pooja cleared 1.84m to defend the women's high jump gold. Barwal won the men's 5000m in a time of 13 minutes and 45.93 seconds, bettering the earlier Games record.

Fighting like KG kids: Vijay on DMK-BJP clash over Hindi

Fighting like KG kids: Vijay on DMK-BJP clash over Hindi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Vijay said the TVK respected all languages but would not give up its self respect for another language.

'MRF is now world's 11th largest tyre company'

'MRF is now world's 11th largest tyre company'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'The favourable rupee-dollar exchange rate, there are opportunities we can tap.'

Ronaldo to leave Manchester United after criticism of club

Ronaldo to leave Manchester United after criticism of club

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo will leave with immediate effect, the English Premier League team said on Tuesday, marking a bitter end to the Portugal captain's second spell at Old Trafford after he said he felt betrayed by the club.

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards has announced its National and Regional Award winners, celebrating talent from 56 countries.

Club vs country debate now in cricket!

Club vs country debate now in cricket!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Confrontations between home boards and players participating in franchise leagues, often forcing them to retire, can leave international cricket a lot poorer.

Dravid on why Indian cricket is 'extremely powerful'

Dravid on why Indian cricket is 'extremely powerful'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Rahul Dravid claimed a strong club cricket culture has a lot to do in breaking the long-standing trend of city cricketers dominating the passage to the national team.

PIX: Zandschulp shocks Djokovic; Alcaraz cruises

PIX: Zandschulp shocks Djokovic; Alcaraz cruises

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

Novak Djokovic was shocked by Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 in the second round of Indian Wells on Saturday as the Serbian suffered an early exit at the hands of a tournament lucky loser for a second consecutive year.

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Saha RETIRES! Signs off after 28 glorious years

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket

You are insulting parents: SC slams Allahbadia but protects from arrest

You are insulting parents: SC slams Allahbadia but protects from arrest

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The SC questioned the language used by Allahbadia during the show, saying society has some values.

Saim hits maiden ton as Pakistan down Zimbabwe

Saim hits maiden ton as Pakistan down Zimbabwe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The 22-year-old brought up his first ODI ton in 53 balls, as he hammered the ball to all corners and finished 113 not out.

Mcap club: Tata group remains No 1; Murugappa, JSW in top 10

Mcap club: Tata group remains No 1; Murugappa, JSW in top 10

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Tata Group remained India's largest business conglomerate in market capitalisation in calendar year 2023 while the Mukesh Ambani camp raced ahead of the Adani businesses to become the second-largest. The Tata companies ended 2023 with a combined group market capitalisation of Rs 28.68 trillion, up 35 per cent from the Rs 21.2 trillion at the end of December 2022. Ambani's group mcap is Rs 19.42 trillion at the end of CY23, up 10.7 per cent from the Rs 17.6 trillion a year ago.

RG Kar rape-murder verdict tomorrow; CBI seeks Roy's death penalty

RG Kar rape-murder verdict tomorrow; CBI seeks Roy's death penalty

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Maintaining that other persons were also involved in the crime, the parents of the victim have said that they expect that they will also be arrested and tried before the court.

Bhutia urges ISL, I-League to 'invest in grassroots'

Bhutia urges ISL, I-League to 'invest in grassroots'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

'Today, U20 players are losing to Bangladesh, not qualifying for the Asia Cup. We can't expect miracles from the senior team. We need to really work at the ground level. The important thing for the AIFF is to bring as many kids as possible to play.'

Hasina's party members face brunt of violence in Bangladesh

Hasina's party members face brunt of violence in Bangladesh

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Protesters in Bangladesh have attacked and torched houses of leaders of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League across the country, while murals of the country's founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman were demolished and defaced in nearly two dozen districts. The unrest sparked after a live online address of Hasina, who is living in India following a massive student-led protest that toppled her Awami League's 16-year regime. The protesters have also called for scrapping the 1972 Constitution and changing the national anthem.

All you need to know about the new Champions League format

All you need to know about the new Champions League format

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The revamped Champions League will feature a tennis-style seeding system for the last-16 knockout phase, UEFA said.

Dutch football legend Johan Neeskens passes away at 73

Dutch football legend Johan Neeskens passes away at 73

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Former Netherlands midfielder Johan Neeskens, considered one of the best midfielders of his generation, has died at the age of 73, the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed on Monday.

India-NZ Test: MCA's generous offer for fans

India-NZ Test: MCA's generous offer for fans

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The ticket prices will remain same as the previous rates for the upcoming third Test of the India versus New Zealand series to be played here from November 1-5, the Mumbai Cricket Association has said.

Jingle Bells! Santa Is Coming To Town

Jingle Bells! Santa Is Coming To Town

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Glimpses of Santa Claus from Brazil, Germany, Greece and Hungary.

'... today, in Brazil, Spain is known as a country of racists'

'... today, in Brazil, Spain is known as a country of racists'

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Real Madrid star Vinicius racially attacked for 10th time this season.

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

I'm always in contention: Shardul eyes India comeback

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Shardul Thakur remains optimistic about his India chances following yet another stellar performance for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy.

HIL Auction: Harmanpreet tops list of expensive players

HIL Auction: Harmanpreet tops list of expensive players

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Indian men's hockey Olympic medal winning captain Harmanpreet Singh's services were secured by Soorma Hockey Club for the upcoming season of the Hockey India League (HIL) for a massive Rs 78 lakh, becoming the most expensive player in the league.

The A is now The Quorum: Rana Kapoor family-led business club changes hands

The A is now The Quorum: Rana Kapoor family-led business club changes hands

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

The Quorum in Mumbai aims to introduce and extend its blend of hospitality and philosophy of being community-led, content-driven, design-focused and experiential.

Why The Census Is Important

Why The Census Is Important

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

It will be interesting to see what shifts have been recorded in the last decade-and-a-half -- from the effects of demonetisation and Covid's second wave to the drop in fertility and increase in farm workers -- but we will only know this if and when the Census is conducted, points out Aakar Patel.

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.

Suspicious late-night radio signals detected near Indo-Bangladesh border

Suspicious late-night radio signals detected near Indo-Bangladesh border

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Amateur Ham Radio operators have picked up suspicious late-night radio signals in coded Bengali, Urdu and Arabic along the Indo-Bangladesh border in South Bengal over the last two months, raising concerns about possible extremist activities. The signals, which have been detected between 1 AM and 3 AM, are unusual in their pattern and language usage, according to Ham radio operators, who have reported the matter to authorities. The development comes amidst ongoing unrest in Bangladesh and growing anti-India rhetoric in the neighbouring country. Security agencies are investigating the matter, and the Border Security Force (BSF) has acknowledged the seriousness of the situation.