News for 'Congratulate World'

Despite Snub, Ashwin Rallies Behind Team

Despite Snub, Ashwin Rallies Behind Team

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'Amidst all the chaos and scathing assessments, I feel it's very important to acknowledge all my team mates who played in this cycle.'

Bipasha-Karan Welcome Baby Girl

Bipasha-Karan Welcome Baby Girl

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover announced the birth of their baby girl with a cute picture and message.

Nikki Haley suspends presidential campaign after 15 defeats

Nikki Haley suspends presidential campaign after 15 defeats

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Indian-American Nikki Haley suspended her presidential campaign on Wednesday after being defeated in 15 states across the United States on Super Tuesday, paving the way for a rematch between her rival Donald Trump and incumbent Joe Biden in the November elections.

Paes, Amritraj inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Paes, Amritraj inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

'Receiving this honour culminates a professional journey of a lifetime, standing on the shoulders of greats and sets the tone for other youngsters in Asia and around the world.'

SEE: Praggnanandhaa returns home to a hero's welcome

SEE: Praggnanandhaa returns home to a hero's welcome

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa was accorded a rousing reception upon his arrival at the airport in Chennai on Wednesday.

Dhoni leads praise as congratulations pour in for Rohit's 'sheer class'

Dhoni leads praise as congratulations pour in for Rohit's 'sheer class'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

The cricketing world on Thursday gave Indian batsman Rohit Sharma's outstanding knock of 264 against Sri Lanka a standing ovation, with the Mumbai lad's innings propelling his team to a 153-run win.

When Subedar Neeraj Chopra Met Army Chief

When Subedar Neeraj Chopra Met Army Chief

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Athletes from the army accounted for 20 medals -- 3 Gold, 7 Silver, 10 Bronze at the Asian Games.

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Rediff.com20 May 2024

American Xander Schauffele birdied the final hole to win the PGA Championship by one shot over LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau.

Pakistan's Arshad breaks silence on Neeraj Chopra 'rivalry'

Pakistan's Arshad breaks silence on Neeraj Chopra 'rivalry'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

There is no rivalry with Neeraj Chopra, insists Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Neighbourhood First At Modi's Swearing-In

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Engagement with neighbours is a strategic imperative, and not an option, asserts Rup Narayan Das.

Chandrayaan-3 is triumph of Indian innovation: Former NASA official

Chandrayaan-3 is triumph of Indian innovation: Former NASA official

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Former National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Official Mike Gold has said Chandrayaan-3's success is a triumph of Indian innovation, human capital and the capabilities that will take India even further.

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Pakistan PM Khan leads praise after team's World Cup loss

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Pakistan's former cricket star prime minister, Imran Khan, offered consolation after Babar Azam's high-flying side suffered an exit from the Twenty20 World Cup with a heart-breaking defeat to Australia in the semi-finals.

Pakistan run-chase gave Afghans confidence and belief

Pakistan run-chase gave Afghans confidence and belief

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Afghanistan easily beat Sri Lanka in the World Cup match in Pune on Monday and Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi was quick to attribute his team's confidence to the triumphant run-chase against Pakistan.

India beat Pakistan to retain Blind World Cup title

India beat Pakistan to retain Blind World Cup title

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

Sunil Ramesh slammed a superb 93 as India defeated arch rivals Pakistan by two wickets in a thrilling summit clash to retain the Blind Cricket World Cup title in Sharjah on Saturday.

Meg Lanning, Australian cricket queen announces retirement

Meg Lanning, Australian cricket queen announces retirement

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

The 31-year-old also led Australia to a Commonwealth Games gold medal last year and is the country's leading run getter across formats

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

SEE: Dravid's special message for U19 WC winning team

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Rahul Dravid noted that the win was a landmark moment for women's cricket.

Where Does Superstar Vijay Go From Here?

Where Does Superstar Vijay Go From Here?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

A new entrant, whether a popular actor or not, has not been able to sweep the polls, as their fans had hoped for. Given a proven pattern, it should hold true for Vijay as well. Or, something drastically has to happen between now and 2026, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Secret to India's success- It's not Rohit's captaincy

Secret to India's success- It's not Rohit's captaincy

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

I don't think Rohit has been superior as captain, his bowlers did the trick: Graeme Swann

PHOTOS: It's a Diwali dhamaka as unbeaten India thump Dutch!

PHOTOS: It's a Diwali dhamaka as unbeaten India thump Dutch!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

After their colleagues had departed following breezy fifties on a good M Chinnaswamy Stadium track, Iyer (128 not out) struck his fourth ODI ton before Rahul (102) exploded as the duo lit up the stage on the Hindu festival of Diwali to get India to 410-4.

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In the biggest surprise of the night, Emma Stone grabbed the Best Actress trophy for the complex portrayal of a Frankenstein-like character Bella, in Yargos Lanthimos' electrifying and most original film Poor Things. Aseem Chhabra recaps the 96th Annual Academy Awards.

'Innings of a lifetime!! Hats off Maxwell'

'Innings of a lifetime!! Hats off Maxwell'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'That was just unbelievable from Glen Maxwell. Footwork is overrated.'

King Kohli breaks Tendulkar's record!

King Kohli breaks Tendulkar's record!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

Virat Kohli became the sixth and the fastest batter in the world to score 25,000 runs across formats during the second Test against Australia in Delhi on Sunday.

Why Qatar's Emir Was All Bro With Messi

Why Qatar's Emir Was All Bro With Messi

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the emir of Qatar and PSG's owner, was a happy man as he enveloped PSG players Messi, Mbappe and Angel Di Maria with a warm hug.

What is Saudi Prince doing in India after G20 summit?

What is Saudi Prince doing in India after G20 summit?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Bin Salman is currently on a State visit to India following end of the G20 Summit.

Nadal ousted in Brisbane, Gauff reaches Auckland semis

Nadal ousted in Brisbane, Gauff reaches Auckland semis

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Local favourite Thompson saved three match points before prevailing 5-7, 7-6 (6), 6-3 against Nadal, who was playing his first tournament after nearly a year out with a hip injury.

Srikanth creates history; enters World Badminton final

Srikanth creates history; enters World Badminton final

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Kidambi Srikanth created history as he became the first Indian man to enter the World Badminton Championships final after edging compatriot Lakshya Sen in a thrilling semi-final, in Huelva, Spain on Saturday. Srikanth rallied after losing

India has good chance of winning gold at Asian Games: Praggnanandhaa

India has good chance of winning gold at Asian Games: Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Praggnanandhaa, who received a grand welcome in Chennai on Wednesday, said he is delighted that chess is getting attention in the country.

India walks on Moon as Pragyan rover rolls out of Vikram lander

India walks on Moon as Pragyan rover rolls out of Vikram lander

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The rover will carry out in-situ chemical analysis of the lunar surface during the course of its mobility.

Covid still a threat, new variant under scanner: WHO chief

Covid still a threat, new variant under scanner: WHO chief

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Director-General of World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus on Friday said though COVID-19 is no longer a health emergency for the world, it is still a 'global health threat' and a new variant of coronavirus is already under the scanner.

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

England pace legend Stuart Broad lauded former teammate James Anderson for becoming the first-ever pacer to complete 700 Test wickets, saying that one should "marvel at his skill" besides talking about his dedication and mental resilience.

Shanaka hails Siraj's 'outstanding display', blames Lankan batters

Shanaka hails Siraj's 'outstanding display', blames Lankan batters

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Sri Lankan skipper Dasun Shanaka attributed his side's humiliating loss in the Asia Cup final to lack of application from batters and credited wrecker-in-chief Mohammed Siraj for his "outstanding" spell which set up India's 10-wicket win.

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Foreign Policy As A Poll Tool Can Be Harmful

Rediff.com29 May 2024

It is time the political leaderships in this country arrived at a common ground over issues of foreign and security policy concerns. There has to be a greater communication between the government and the Opposition leaderships for the nation to present a unified face against the rest of the world, advises N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Get him in the Indian team now @BCCI!'

'Get him in the Indian team now @BCCI!'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

'I would have selected @ybj_19 as KL Rahul's replacement for the World Test championship final. He is that good.'

Navy's advanced warship Mahendragiri launched in Mumbai

Navy's advanced warship Mahendragiri launched in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, whose wife Sudesh launched the warship, was the chief guest at the ceremony.

Dream11 is the Indian cricket team's new lead sponsor

Dream11 is the Indian cricket team's new lead sponsor

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Dream11 will be seen on Team India jerseys starting from the Test series against the West Indies.

What Led To Paytm's Big Fall

What Led To Paytm's Big Fall

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

At the heart of Paytm's slide lies the abject failure of its Super App strategy, notes Indrajit Gupta.

'We kept it simple and the pitch did the rest for us'

'We kept it simple and the pitch did the rest for us'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

India captain Rohit Sharma said India can take pride in their performance after defeating South Africa inside two days of the 2nd Test at Newlands in Cape Town on Thursday.

We need to be more disciplined and meticulous with our execution: Dravid

We need to be more disciplined and meticulous with our execution: Dravid

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Ollie Pope embodied England's 'Bazball' making a 196 filled with sweeps, reverse sweeps and reverse scoops during the first Test, and India head coach Rahul Dravid admitted they will have to counter the unorthodox approach to make a comeback into the series.

Afghan captain hails team's historic win over Pakistan

Afghan captain hails team's historic win over Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

'The way we chased today, was very professional. We have been quality cricket from a couple of years. We will try our best to play positive cricket, and do a lot for our country.'

Djokovic best in history: Rafael Nadal

Djokovic best in history: Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

With Novak Djokovic having overtaken his impressive haul of most major titles in men's tennis, Rafael Nadal conceded the Serbian is the best player in history.