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QUIZ: Have you had an Eggs Omar?

QUIZ: Have you had an Eggs Omar?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

This simple food quiz will test your knowledge about eggs and more...

Sputnik V jabs to be available in 9 more cities across India

Sputnik V jabs to be available in 9 more cities across India

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V vaccine will be available in nine more cities across India, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Baddi, Kolhapur and Miryalaguda, informed the official twitter handle of Sputnik V.

Asia Cup called off due to COVID cases in Sri Lanka

Asia Cup called off due to COVID cases in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Due to multiplying cases of COVID-19, Sri Lankan government has put a 10-day ban on international air travel.

Asia Cup Hockey: India go down to Korea in semi-final

Asia Cup Hockey: India go down to Korea in semi-final

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Japan defeated China 2-1 in the second semi-final to set up a title clash with Korea.

India withdraws from Birmingham CWG hockey; cites COVID concerns

India withdraws from Birmingham CWG hockey; cites COVID concerns

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Hockey India reasoned that there is only a 32-day window available between the Birmingham Games (July 28-August 8) and the Hangzhou Asian Games (September 10-25) and it can't risk sending its players to the UK which has been one of the worst affected countries by the coronavirus pandemic.

'US policy is to divide and rule over Europe'

'US policy is to divide and rule over Europe'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

'The clean break between Russia and Europe that this foolish attack is creating may actually last long.' 'It will undermine Europe and benefit the US and China.'

Asian c'ship crucial to my Olympic preparation: Mary Kom

Asian c'ship crucial to my Olympic preparation: Mary Kom

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'I need this desperately to assess myself before the Olympics'

India need to change batting approach in series decider

India need to change batting approach in series decider

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

A change in approach is required and for that a paradigm shift in the mindset during tricky run-chases unlike the first game at the Oval where the game was singlehandedly won by Jasprit Bumrah's six-wicket haul.

Shri Nivetha, Esha, Ruchita win gold in women's 10m air pistol

Shri Nivetha, Esha, Ruchita win gold in women's 10m air pistol

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

ASBC Asian Youth & Junior Boxing Championships: Krrish Pal registers win in 1st round

I will compete with myself at CWG: Mirabai Chanu

I will compete with myself at CWG: Mirabai Chanu

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Mirabai Chanu will enter Birmingham, as title favourite.

European C'ship: Elavenil, Saurabh put up strong show

European C'ship: Elavenil, Saurabh put up strong show

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Participating in the continental tournament as guest invitee, the Indians only shot in the MQS section, and hence, their scores were not considered for medals.

Chennai City FC to play AFC Cup group matches in Maldives

Chennai City FC to play AFC Cup group matches in Maldives

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Chennai City FC, the 2018-19 I-League champions, will play their remaining AFC Cup group stage matches in Maldives with the island nation being given the hosting rights following the continental body's decision to organise the games in a single venue. The Asian Football Confederation's decision, prompted by the rising COVID-19 case count in many countries, was announced by Maldives Sports Minister Ahmed Mahloof.

Sunil Chhetri's advice to women footballers

Sunil Chhetri's advice to women footballers

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Sunil Chhetri said the players should enjoy the tournament once they have prepared well for it.

India archers face tough task to qualify for Tokyo Games

India archers face tough task to qualify for Tokyo Games

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

After failing to secure the team quota at the World Championships in June last year, the Indian women's archery team will have their last shot to secure the full Olympics quota in Paris, as a separate tournament is planned ahead of the World Cup in June next year.

What is India's top risk stemming from Covid?

What is India's top risk stemming from Covid?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

A fracture of interstate relations could be India's biggest risk coming out of the pandemic. This topped a list of critical risks for India over the next two years, according to Geneva-based World Economic Forum's Executive Opinion Survey (EOS), whose results were released on Tuesday. Other top risks include a debt crisis in large economies, widespread youth disillusionment, failure of technology governance and digital inequality.

Indian rowing team of Arjun-Arvind qualify for Olympics

Indian rowing team of Arjun-Arvind qualify for Olympics

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Indian rowers Arjun Lal Jat and Arvind Singh qualified for this year's Tokyo Olympics in men's lightweight double sculls event after finishing second in the final race of the Asia/Oceania Continental Qualifying Regatta in Tokyo on Friday.

Now, gender discrimination plagues Beijing Olympics

Now, gender discrimination plagues Beijing Olympics

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Equal treatment for female athletes requires the IBSF and IOC to allocate the same number of sled spots to women bobsledders as men'

China quietly developing military bases in Pacific islands

China quietly developing military bases in Pacific islands

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

According to the Singapore Post, Kiribati a Micronesian country is discussing opening up its largest marine reserves to commercial fishing which may serve a dual purpose like a naval base for the Chinese as well.

Indian football: Mumbai City FC prep for AFC Champions League

Indian football: Mumbai City FC prep for AFC Champions League

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

I-League: Churchill Brothers hand Mohammedan Sporting first defeat of season

Asian C'ships: Thapa, Hussamuddin book quarters berth

Asian C'ships: Thapa, Hussamuddin book quarters berth

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Shiva Thapa will next face Nader Odah of Kuwait in the quarter-finals on Tuesday.

2021 Asia Cup postponed to 2023

2021 Asia Cup postponed to 2023

Rediff.com23 May 2021

With all the big four Asian sides having packed schedules until the end of the year, finding a window for the tournament this year would have been extremely difficult.

Will strengthen spirit of cooperation during Europe visit: PM

Will strengthen spirit of cooperation during Europe visit: PM

Rediff.com1 May 2022

In a statement, Modi said he will be visiting Berlin on May 2 at the invitation of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, following which he will travel to Copenhagen on May 3-4 at the invitation of his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen to hold bilateral engagements and also participate in the Second India-Nordic Summit.

Chanu to compete in new weight category in 2022 CWG

Chanu to compete in new weight category in 2022 CWG

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Olympic silver medallist weightlifter Mirabai Chanu will compete in a new weight class -- 55kg -- at the Commonwealth Games later this year to help maximise India's chances of winning more gold medals in the multi-sport event in Birmingham.

We are focussed on winning Asian Games: Manpreet

We are focussed on winning Asian Games: Manpreet

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

India men's hockey team skipper Manpreet Singh said it's time to stop basking in the glory of their historic bronze medal at the Tokyo Games and start focussing on qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning next year's Asian Games.

We're eager to directly qualify for Paris Olympics: Hardik

We're eager to directly qualify for Paris Olympics: Hardik

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Eager to change the shade of the Tokyo bronze, the Indian men's hockey team is now focussing on directly qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning next year's Asian Games, says young midfielder Hardik Singh.

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Sanjay Mishra to become new BAI general secretary

New Navy Ensign Triggers Debate On Tamil Naval Feats

New Navy Ensign Triggers Debate On Tamil Naval Feats

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

While acknowledging Shivaji's naval contributions, questions are being raised about the inadequate acknowledgement of Chola sea-power in southern Tamil Nadu, which dates back by a few centuries, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pakistan will look to host 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan, says PCB head Raja

Pakistan will look to host 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan, says PCB head Raja

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

The 2023 Asia Cup in Pakistan will be a 50-over event with the Asian Cricket Council continuing its tradition of holding the tournament in the same format as that particular year's ICC global event, PCB chairman Ramiz Raja said on Monday.

Recipes: Chicken Curry, Pamban Fish Curry

Recipes: Chicken Curry, Pamban Fish Curry

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Two South Indian recipes to be served with rice.

World Jr Weightlifting C'ship: India's Sheuli wins silver

World Jr Weightlifting C'ship: India's Sheuli wins silver

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Indonesia's Juniansyah Rizki 349kg(155kg+194kg) put up a spectacular performance, breaking the junior world record in all three events to win the gold medal, while Russia's Serobian Gevorg 308kg (143kg+165kg) took home the bronze.

No resumption of international hockey anytime soon

No resumption of international hockey anytime soon

Rediff.com20 May 2020

International hockey can resume only after COVID-19 vaccine is developed: FIH

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

For some, the delayed Asian Games means more time to rest and prepare, for others the postponement has "messed up" their planning.

FIFA eyes holding World Cup every two years

FIFA eyes holding World Cup every two years

Rediff.com22 May 2021

FIFA will carry out a feasibility study on holding the World Cup and the women's World Cup every two years after backing a proposal at its annual congress on Friday.

PIX: Virat Kohli is first owner of Audi Q8

PIX: Virat Kohli is first owner of Audi Q8

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Virat Kohli happens to be an avid motoring enthusiast and a quite a fan of Audi cars.

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The Royal Observatory Greenwich has announced the shortlisted images of the 2022 Astronomy Photographer of the Year!

Sports Shorts: India win third gold at ISSF World Cup

Sports Shorts: India win third gold at ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Krrish, Ravi enter semis of Asian Youth & Junior Boxing Championships

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The new missile could deliver 2,000 to 3,500 kilograms of payload to any point in the continental US, notes Rajaram Panda.

Pant suffers concussion, Rahul keeps wickets

Pant suffers concussion, Rahul keeps wickets

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Wicketkeeper batsman Rishabh Pant Tuesday suffered concussion, forcing K L Rahul to take his position behind the stumps during the first ODI against Australia, at the Wankhede stadium, on Tuesday.

Joshi, Bhagat shine in Spanish Para Badminton

Joshi, Bhagat shine in Spanish Para Badminton

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

India bagged as many as 21 medals at the Spanish Para Badminton International in Cartagena, Spain.

FIFA working on ways to deal with Coronavirus fallout

FIFA working on ways to deal with Coronavirus fallout

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

A spokesperson for FIFA told Reuters that they were aware that there were "serious financial problems on account of the coronavirus outbreak."