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EPL: Chelsea keep slim hopes of final Champions League slot alive

EPL: Chelsea keep slim hopes of final Champions League slot alive

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

A summary of Thursday's matches in the English Premier League.

Zidane left out of France team

Zidane left out of France team

Rediff.com2 Jun 2003

The defending champions will also be without Zidane's Real Madrid team mate Claude Makelele for the Confederation's Cup.

'Asia-Pacific set to see smart card boom'

'Asia-Pacific set to see smart card boom'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2003

Asia-Pacific countries are well set for an unprecedented boom in smart cards after the saturation of European and American markets, Claude Dahan, a senior official of French company, Schlumberger, said on Monday.

India's schedule at the Asian Games on Tuesday

India's schedule at the Asian Games on Tuesday

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

India's schedule for Tuesday, the fourth day of competition, at the Asian Games in Incheon.

EU leaders approve Brexit divorce pact with UK

EU leaders approve Brexit divorce pact with UK

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

May now faces the final and biggest hurdle of getting the deal approved by the UK Parliament where many MPs from her own party remain vehemently opposed to it.

EPL updates: Mane extends Liverpool contract

EPL updates: Mane extends Liverpool contract

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

The Senegal international, 26, joined Liverpool from Southampton in 2016 for 34 million pounds ($43.8 million) and has scored 40 goals in 89 games for the Anfield club.

Great new deal reached on Brexit: British PM

Great new deal reached on Brexit: British PM

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Britain is due to leave the European Union by October 31, with Johnson racing against time to strike a deal to meet that deadline.

New 'Brextension' gives UK October 31 deadline

New 'Brextension' gives UK October 31 deadline

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

The latest extension until October 31 makes it more likely that the UK would have to contest the European elections next month, something none of the British political parties were looking forward to in light of the June 2016 referendum in favour of Brexit.

Does Wall Street crash herald a 'Minsky moment'?

Does Wall Street crash herald a 'Minsky moment'?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

While enjoying long-awaited economic good times - and hoping they will last as long as possible - some caution and some prudence might be the best protection against bad surprises, says Claude Smadja.

Why ARK took a break from the movies

Why ARK took a break from the movies

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

'I don't want to develop a bag of tricks that I keep reaching into and repeating myself.' 'When you act every day, you start repeating yourself and that's a trap.'

'Attack on British Parliament is an attack on freedom, democracy everywhere'

'Attack on British Parliament is an attack on freedom, democracy everywhere'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

World leaders voiced solidarity with the United Kingdom after the deadly attack near the Houses of Parliament.

The day the Dalai Lama came to India

The day the Dalai Lama came to India

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Claude Arpi's fascinating account of the Dalai Lama's arrival in Tawang in March 1959.

Five-star United rediscover their swagger but City are stunned

Five-star United rediscover their swagger but City are stunned

Rediff.com23 Dec 2018

Manchester City stumbled to the most unexpected defeat of the Premier League season on Saturday before neighbours Manchester United began their brave new world under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with a glorious reminder of long-forgotten attacking swagger.

Soccer Extras: PSG extend Ligue 1 lead; Granada top of La Liga

Soccer Extras: PSG extend Ligue 1 lead; Granada top of La Liga

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

New smartphone apps to help detect seizures, treat strokes: Study

New smartphone apps to help detect seizures, treat strokes: Study

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

According to study author Victor Patterson, a neurologist from Belfast, UK: Two new smartphone applications, one of which was tested in India and Nepal, may help people detect epileptic seizures and get better stroke treatment,

Two deals but many lessons

Two deals but many lessons

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Both the Greek and Iranian deals are extremely imperfect and fraught with uncertainty, says Claude Smadja.

PHOTOS: Hundreds line streets to remember 34 victims killed in Brussels attacks

PHOTOS: Hundreds line streets to remember 34 victims killed in Brussels attacks

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Tears spilled as friends, family and strangers gathered in solidarity at Brussels' main square to hold vigils for loved ones lost in Tuesday's terror attacks.

Markets continue record run on earnings boost; bank, power stocks climb

Markets continue record run on earnings boost; bank, power stocks climb

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Covering-up of pending short positions on expiry of the July derivatives contracts and a strengthening rupee propped up the markets at high levels

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'You have been surrounded from all directions, if you want the safety of your troops and your personal safety, we will give you eight hours to make up your mind to surrender.'

Can Modi Make it in India?

Can Modi Make it in India?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

'It appears that Prime Minister Modi has to undo 50 years of State monopoly in the defence sector during which public undertakings like HAL or DRDO monopolised defence production and development with disastrous consequences.'

Why Xi's congress needs to be watched closely

Why Xi's congress needs to be watched closely

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

The Chinese leader will display his grip on the Communist party and chart his plans for his country's future.

Rocket man? Yes. Fool? Definitely not

Rocket man? Yes. Fool? Definitely not

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

The US needs to find global support, especially from Russia and China, to make North Korea back down, says Claude Smadja.

I-League: Defending champs Churchill Brothers go down to Salgaocar

I-League: Defending champs Churchill Brothers go down to Salgaocar

Rediff.com21 Sep 2013

Salgaocar Football Club stunned defending Champions Churchill Brothers with a surprise solitary goal victory in the opening match of the I-League at the Duler Stadium, Mapusa, on Saturday.

What a Trump presidency will be like

What a Trump presidency will be like

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

'The optimistic advice might be "fasten your seat belts" and the pessimistic one might just turn out to be "brace for impact",' says Claude Smadja.

European Investment Bank to lend $512 mn for Lucknow metro

European Investment Bank to lend $512 mn for Lucknow metro

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

The EIB has supported long-term investment across India that has helped the country harness renewable energy, strengthened industry and reduced carbon emissions.

'Indian economy is in bad shape in terms of trade networks'

'Indian economy is in bad shape in terms of trade networks'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

'India has not integrated into any major trade agreement'.

The Rafale 'secret' clause

The Rafale 'secret' clause

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

'India placed the order, primarily due to the IAF's 'critical operational necessity'.' 'The complexity of the IAF's requirements delayed the process for months.' 'It is these requirements which cannot be made public.' 'Can you image Indian politicians publicly discussing the pros and the cons of such military equipment?' 'It would provide India's enemies with indications about the IAF's tactical plans in case of a conflict.' 'It is crucial that they should remain secret to protect India's defence preparedness,' explains Claude Arpi.

EPL PIX: Man City and Chelsea suffer shock losses; Arsenal win

EPL PIX: Man City and Chelsea suffer shock losses; Arsenal win

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

Manchester City suffered their first home Premier League loss in eight months as a shock 3-2 defeat by Crystal Palace on Saturday left Pep Guardiola's champions trailing leaders Liverpool by four points.

EPL: Man United likely to park the bus against Liverpool

EPL: Man United likely to park the bus against Liverpool

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The last three league meetings between the two sides, including October's game at Anfield, have ended in draws but Lovren said Liverpool were intent on coming away with all three points on Saturday.

EPL: Chelsea calm nerves and extend lead

EPL: Chelsea calm nerves and extend lead

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Buoyant Chelsea extended their Premier League lead and calmed nerves at Stamford Bridge with a 4-2 win over Southampton on Tuesday that moved them seven points clear of their nearest pursuers Tottenham Hotspur.

In France, it will be Le Pen vs Macron

In France, it will be Le Pen vs Macron

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Voters in France have comprehensively snubbed the country's political establishment, sending far-right populist Marine Le Pen and political novice Emmanuel Macron through to the second round of the country's presidential election.

India must handle Bhutan with kid gloves

India must handle Bhutan with kid gloves

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

The new PM would be more than unwise to attempt steering away from India into an all-encompassing Chinese embrace that would ultimately swamp Bhutanese identity, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Football Briefs: Conte eyes win over Liverpool to boost Chelsea's top-four hopes

Football Briefs: Conte eyes win over Liverpool to boost Chelsea's top-four hopes

Rediff.com5 May 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

The Chinese generals involved in Ladakh standoff

The Chinese generals involved in Ladakh standoff

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

General Zhao Zongqi is well known in India for having commanded the Chinese troops during the Dokalam episode. Zhao knows every inch and corner of the Indian border, at least the Eastern and Central sectors, including the Naku La area which witnessed fist-fights between Indian and Chinese troops in April/May. Claude Arpi introduces us to the PLA generals masterminding the Chinese aggression in Ladakh.

EPL PIX: Wolves raid Wembley to hurt Spurs' title hopes

EPL PIX: Wolves raid Wembley to hurt Spurs' title hopes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Tottenham Hotspur's status as Premier League title chasers was seriously harmed on Saturday as they fell to a first defeat in seven league games, losing the lead to go down 3-1 at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

EPL PIX: Leicester impress new boss Rodgers with win over Brighton

EPL PIX: Leicester impress new boss Rodgers with win over Brighton

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Tuesday

Ladakh Stand-off: Be prepared to meet fire with fire

Ladakh Stand-off: Be prepared to meet fire with fire

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'India in 2020 is a lot better prepared than in 1962.' 'It is no longer a pushover; and anything other than a crushing Chinese military victory will be a major loss of face for China,' observes Rajeev Srinivasan in the first of a three part column.

Why 2017 is crucial for China

Why 2017 is crucial for China

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

'The mood in Beijing is already nervous and feverously watchful.' 'Developments in China will be scrutinised as intensely and nervously as the ones in Washington,' says Claude Smadja.

African Nations Cup: Hosts denied opening day triumph

African Nations Cup: Hosts denied opening day triumph

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

A late equaliser cost hosts Equatorial Guinea an opening win at the African Nations Cup finals as they drew 1-1 with Congo on Saturday before Gabon beat Burkina Faso 2-0 to top Group A.

In EPL mid-table, be careful what you wish for

In EPL mid-table, be careful what you wish for

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

There may be little glamour in being a mid-table Premier League team but this season suggests that those clubs who become bored with such an existence can find the alternative is far worse.