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French Open PIX: Nadal, Djokovic enter 2nd round; Rublev upset

French Open PIX: Nadal, Djokovic enter 2nd round; Rublev upset

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Images from Day 3 of the French Open matches played at Roland Garros on Tuesday

Byju's pips Ola as India's 3rd largest Unicorn

Byju's pips Ola as India's 3rd largest Unicorn

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Byju's has emerged as the leader in the Indian education-tech sector. They are pioneering technology shaping the future of learning for millions of school students in India.

After Indian flag, Amazon now lists Mahatma Gandhi flip-flops for sale

After Indian flag, Amazon now lists Mahatma Gandhi flip-flops for sale

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Some Twitter users have tagged Swaraj in their tweets complaining that the beach sandals with Gandhi's image were being sold on the Amazon US site.

PIX: Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston at Toronto film fest

PIX: Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston at Toronto film fest

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Another day, another series of star sightings at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival.

Activists call for ban on Asbestos

Activists call for ban on Asbestos

Rediff.com6 Feb 2010

Trade unions, human rights activists and workers have called upon the Indian and Canadian governments to halt the trade in white asbestos. The protestors gathered under the aegis of Ban Asbestos Network of India (BANI) urged the governments to address the safety concerns of workers using asbestos.

US Open PIX: Osaka storms into quarters; Rogers upsets Kvitova

US Open PIX: Osaka storms into quarters; Rogers upsets Kvitova

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Images from Day 7 of the 2020 US Open in New York on Sunday.

PIX: Beeba Boys, Julianne Moore, Clooney at TIFF 2015

PIX: Beeba Boys, Julianne Moore, Clooney at TIFF 2015

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

The annual Toronto International Film Festival began on September 10.

Farmers up the ante, call for 'Bharat bandh' on Dec 8

Farmers up the ante, call for 'Bharat bandh' on Dec 8

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Addressing a press conference, farmer leader Gurnam Singh Chadoni said if the Centre does not accept their demands during Saturday's talks, they will intensify their agitation against the new farm laws.

India, Canada discuss ties over telephone

India, Canada discuss ties over telephone

Rediff.com4 Nov 2008

In a press statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office in Ottawa, Harper began by offering Canada's heartfelt condolences for the victims of the October 30 terrorist bombings in Assam, from where Dr Singh had just returned.

Proteas coach seeks Guardiola inspiration for India tour

Proteas coach seeks Guardiola inspiration for India tour

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Nkwe replaces West Indian Ottis Gibson, the previous head coach, for the trip which starts in September and includes three Tests and three Twenty20 Internationals.

Sports Shorts: Russian athletics federation remains banned

Sports Shorts: Russian athletics federation remains banned

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia charged in graft case

Bangladesh ex-PM Khaleda Zia charged in graft case

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Bangladesh's Anti-Corruption Commission has formally pressed charges against detained former premier Khaleda Zia for allegedly contracting out several gas fields to a Canadian oil company in exchange for kickbacks.

Force India situation is 'critical', says Perez

Force India situation is 'critical', says Perez

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez described his Force India team's financial situation as 'critical' on Thursday, and recognised that his own future remained uncertain.

Murray, Ferrari's Leclerc test positive for COVID-19

Murray, Ferrari's Leclerc test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

The Scottish broadcaster said Murray was self-isolating and still had hopes of competing in the Australian Open next month.

Now, a chicken burger named after Canada's Sikh defence minister

Now, a chicken burger named after Canada's Sikh defence minister

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

The chicken burger features a tandoori-spiced patty doused in butter chicken sauce and pressed yogurt with mint, cilantro and cucumbers.

Mike Meyers to Bollywood: I'm your man

Mike Meyers to Bollywood: I'm your man

Rediff.com19 Jun 2008

Mike Myers, the writer and actor in the outrageous comedy The Love Guru, which some Hindus have found to be offensive, wants to star in a Bollywood musical. And he is very serious about it.

Aus Open PIX: Serena, Djokovic ease into third round; Raonic overcomes Wawrinka

Aus Open PIX: Serena, Djokovic ease into third round; Raonic overcomes Wawrinka

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Images from the Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.

Villeneuve talks too much,says Fisichella

Villeneuve talks too much,says Fisichella

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

F1 drivers rallied around Lewis Hamilton in defending the McLaren rookie against a suggestion by Jacques Villeneuve that his driving is dangerous.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz upsets Tsitsipas; Osaka shocked

US Open PIX: Alcaraz upsets Tsitsipas; Osaka shocked

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

Images from Day 5 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Friday.

Now, Japanese firms are keen to develop Indian realty

Now, Japanese firms are keen to develop Indian realty

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Big conglomerates of Japan, including Mitsubishi Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, and Mitsui Group, are looking to both build and buy commercial properties in key Indian cities.

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Birthday boys: Bush and Raghubir

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

Image of Bush sharing his birthday with Indian journalist.

Reducing Indo-Pak tension key takeaway from G7: US

Reducing Indo-Pak tension key takeaway from G7: US

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Modi, flanked by Trump, on Monday categorically rejected any scope for third party mediation on Kashmir.

34 firms turn up at oil roadshow

34 firms turn up at oil roadshow

Rediff.com11 Jun 2003

Kanishka kin demand public probe

Kanishka kin demand public probe

Rediff.com13 May 2005

Rich man's best friend is health

Rich man's best friend is health

Rediff.com27 Sep 2005

'India will fight to win every match' as squad named for FIFA U-17 WC

'India will fight to win every match' as squad named for FIFA U-17 WC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

India have been drawn in Group A alongside USA, Colombia and Ghana. The hosts face USA on October 6, followed by Colombia and Ghana on October 9 and October 12 respectively at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.

Sports Shorts: Kolkata derby ends in goalless stalemate

Sports Shorts: Kolkata derby ends in goalless stalemate

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Federer, Nadal pull out of Toronto event

Federer, Nadal pull out of Toronto event

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Former champions Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have pulled out of the Rogers Cup in Toronto, leaving the tournament without three of the world's top four players, Tennis Canada said on Tuesday.

Hockey World League semis: India maintain unbeaten run, blank Canada

Hockey World League semis: India maintain unbeaten run, blank Canada

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Continuing with their impressive run, India blanked Canada 3-0 to register their second consecutive win at the Hockey World League Semi-Final, in London, on Saturday

Indian-origin former German MP denies possessing child porn

Indian-origin former German MP denies possessing child porn

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Indian-origin former German lawmaker facing probe for allegedly possessing child pornography has denied any wrongdoing and said he intends to initiate legal proceedings against the state prosecutor's office for spreading "false information" and "unjustly harassing" him.

FIFA Women's WC: Opens with brilliance, blowouts and mismatches

FIFA Women's WC: Opens with brilliance, blowouts and mismatches

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

The Women's World Cup stopped to take a breath on Wednesday following an opening round of games that produced a little bit of everything.

Beware of Chinese propaganda!

Beware of Chinese propaganda!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

China has been trying to build lobbies of influence and mould public opinion in India since at least 2017, and large sums have been invested in the effort, reveals former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Philippine President Duterte wins TIME 100 Reader Poll

Philippine President Duterte wins TIME 100 Reader Poll

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Duterte had consistently led the Time 100 Reader Poll, an online survey in which the publication had asked its readers to vote for who should be included in this year's Time 100 list of the world's most influential people.

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the films that won his heart at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.

Britain's Prince Harry engaged to US actress Meghan Markle

Britain's Prince Harry engaged to US actress Meghan Markle

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

The two announced their engagement after dating for at least 15 months.

Djokovic back as No. 1 after Nadal withdraws in Paris

Djokovic back as No. 1 after Nadal withdraws in Paris

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

The 32-year-old, who has not played since retiring injured in the US Open semi-finals, cited an abdominal injury.

Canada to supply uranium to India from this year

Canada to supply uranium to India from this year

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Canada will supply uranium to energy-starved India beginning this year over a period of five years, a decision which was termed as a launch of a new era of bilateral cooperation and mutual trust by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This man believes Modi's degrees are fake

This man believes Modi's degrees are fake

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Roshan Shah, a Canadian citizen and an Overseas Citizen of India, filed a Right to Information application in Gujarat in 2013 to demand that Narendra Modi, then the Gujarat chief minister, make his educational qualifications public.

ISL: Hume's last minute goal helps ATK hold NorthEast

ISL: Hume's last minute goal helps ATK hold NorthEast

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Canadian striker Iain Hume proved his worth once again as he scored a last minute goal to help Atletico de Kolkata hold NorthEast United FC to a 1-1 draw in the Indian Super League match, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

The maverick who changed India's legal education

The maverick who changed India's legal education

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Whenever the history of India's National Law Schools is written, N R Madhava Menon's name will be deeply inscribed in it, says Mohammad Zeeshan Ahmad.