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FIFA probes after France alleges racism against Argentina

FIFA probes after France alleges racism against Argentina

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

A video circulating on social media that showed members of the Argentina national team singing about France striker Kylian Mbappe's African descent.

'Local Boy' Punishes India In Bengaluru

'Local Boy' Punishes India In Bengaluru

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Rachin Ravindra, the rising star of New Zealand cricket, has once again showcased his exceptional talent, guiding his team to a dominant position in the first Test against India.

Vistara-Air India merger: How these two distinct brands will blend

Vistara-Air India merger: How these two distinct brands will blend

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

In about a fortnight, Vistara - known for its premium service - will take off on its final flight before merging into the legacy of Air India. Set for November 12, the merger has sparked discussions on how these two distinct brands will blend.

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Troubled twins, dangerous cults, portent dreams, telepathic kids, World War III, yakuza clans... Sukanya Verma lists the many options on OTT this week.

'I Have To Be Aggressive'

'I Have To Be Aggressive'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

'If I'm too nice, it doesn't help in that position.' 'My position almost asks me to be aggressive and not very nice.'

EPL strips Chelsea owner Abramovich of club directorship

EPL strips Chelsea owner Abramovich of club directorship

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Abramovich had sanctions imposed on him by the British government after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

Love, Sitara Review: Confused Drama

Love, Sitara Review: Confused Drama

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Love, Sitara doesn't flesh out the people or their problems enough to give us a glimpse into their minds, observes Sukanya Verma.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Don't believe in VIP culture, says apologetic Fadnavis over club incident

Don't believe in VIP culture, says apologetic Fadnavis over club incident

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

The Maharashtra CM said he would order an inquiry after cops stopped traffic.

Talash slips Taliban's shackles to break-dance at Olympics

Talash slips Taliban's shackles to break-dance at Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Then 18, Talash crossed the border into Pakistan after Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan in 2021 before settling in Spain as a refugee the following year. The International Olympics Committee changed break-dancer Talash's life forever by including her in its refugee squad for the Paris Games.

Karnataka shuts mall for 7 days after denying entry to farmer

Karnataka shuts mall for 7 days after denying entry to farmer

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

The government also termed the alleged insult to the farmer as an infringement on "dignity and self-respect", and said it cannot be tolerated.

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

A sojourn in Seoul, one of Asia's largest metropolises, where the ultra-modern coexists with the ancient -- temples and palaces with futuristic skyscrapers climbing to the stratosphere, K-pop with Buddhism, a village within city limits.

10 Times Hindi Movies Gave Us Fashion Goals

10 Times Hindi Movies Gave Us Fashion Goals

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ananya Pandey's snazzy, selfie-ready style in Call Me Bae is the first thing to have caught our eye about her ultra glamorous debut on OTT this week.

7 Countries Where Indians Can Study MBBS

7 Countries Where Indians Can Study MBBS

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Dr Pananjay Tiwari lists the options and cost of pursuing an MBBS education outside of India.

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

An encyclopedia to the best Durga Pujo eating.

Racism crops its ugly head in Kerala-Bengaluru ISL match

Racism crops its ugly head in Kerala-Bengaluru ISL match

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

The club also said that an official complaint has been lodged with the appropriate authorities urging them to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.

Bhutia, Vijayan question India's football culture

Bhutia, Vijayan question India's football culture

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Playing in a FIFA World Cup remains a pipe dream for India

Kashmir Press Club has 'ceased to exist': J-K admin

Kashmir Press Club has 'ceased to exist': J-K admin

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

The administration -- which has been facing flak on the issue with the Editors Guild of India terming the events a 'coup' and a continuing trend to smother press freedom -- cited 'unpleasant developments and dissensions between various groups of journalists' as the reason for the takeover of the premises in Srinagar's high street Polo Ground area.

PIX: Ancelotti's calm 'winning culture' delivers for Real Madrid again

PIX: Ancelotti's calm 'winning culture' delivers for Real Madrid again

Rediff.com29 May 2022

A 'winning culture' may be one of the most over used terms in modern football but Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti proved on Saturday, at Liverpool's expense, that there truly is meaning and value in the concept.

'It Is Mayhem And Anarchy In Bangladesh'

'It Is Mayhem And Anarchy In Bangladesh'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'Bangladesh has become unstable and this instability will impact India.'

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The clashes broke out this morning when protesters attending a non-cooperation programme to demand the government's resignation faced opposition from the supporters of the Awami League, Chhatra League, and Jubo League activists.

This Chennai school makes chess champs out of everyone

This Chennai school makes chess champs out of everyone

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Velammal Institutions is the catalysing force behind this chess revolution in Chennai

Diana explores a new culture, Varun-Aditya work out

Diana explores a new culture, Varun-Aditya work out

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

Bollywood's mid-week was far from blue.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

You don't prep for 2028 but for 2040, or even 2044. Sustained sporting excellence is based on mass support, grassroots development, and funding - and it is this trifecta India needs to work on, systematically, asserts Prem Panicker.

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Few of these highly sought-after socialising and networking hubs are seeing much activity as regulars are missing in action.

BJP says it is against clubbing of Bengal poll dates

BJP says it is against clubbing of Bengal poll dates

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'We said that our party will abide by all COVID-19 protocols put in place by the Election Commission, and urged that no steps be taken that discriminates those voting in the next phases from those who have already exercised their franchise'

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.

'Politics Is Changing. It's Becoming Safer And Safer For Women'

'Politics Is Changing. It's Becoming Safer And Safer For Women'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

'People in politics have lost the value of being connected to their own people.' 'Now it's all about vote share, vote bank, how many parties can you break and make them join you.'

'Football needs black Mourinho, should be multi-cultural'

'Football needs black Mourinho, should be multi-cultural'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

AC Milan midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng, who led a walk-off in a club friendly in January after being racially abused, believes the game needs to be more multi-cultural.

Rafiq racism case: Yorkshire punished for 'extremely serious' misconduct

Rafiq racism case: Yorkshire punished for 'extremely serious' misconduct

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Yorkshire have been fined 400,000 pounds and handed a 48-point deduction in the County Championship by the Cricket Discipline Commission over their handling of racism allegations made by Azeem Rafiq.

Caste Is Missing In Prohibition Debates

Caste Is Missing In Prohibition Debates

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

The point made by sociologist M N Srinivas, that it represented a Sanskritic act that was linked to caste, is never raised in Indian debates and the disapproval of drink is almost universal, notes Aakar Patel.

Abu Dhabi Hindu temple built in same style as Ayodhya Ram temple

Abu Dhabi Hindu temple built in same style as Ayodhya Ram temple

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple amid devotional chants and in the presence of spiritual leaders of the Swaminarayan sect.

Indo-Pak tennis clash sparks security concerns, sponsorship wars

Indo-Pak tennis clash sparks security concerns, sponsorship wars

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

It's a historical tie, we will benefit from India team's visit: Pakistan tennis fraternity

Ronaldinho arrives in Kolkata, to inaugurate a Durga Puja Pandal

Ronaldinho arrives in Kolkata, to inaugurate a Durga Puja Pandal

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho on Sunday arrived in Kolkata on a two-day visit.

Bollywood's Best Candid Moments of 2023

Bollywood's Best Candid Moments of 2023

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com captures some beautiful moments from the many events of 2023, when the stars weren't looking.

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

Rediff.com9 May 2024

While the responses of the candidates were predictable, depending on which side they belonged to, an interesting point slipped through when Rahul Shewale cited the Dharavi Redevelopment Project as a scheme that would add to Mumbai's importance. No big infrastructural project in Mumbai, he said, could be successful without the Centre's nod.

Army B-school meet in Feb

Army B-school meet in Feb

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Army Institute of Management, Kolkata, is organising its annual festival, Inferno 2006-07, to boost young managers in marketing, finance, systems and HR.

MCC on ball tampering: Change in attitude and culture needed

MCC on ball tampering: Change in attitude and culture needed

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

A major shift in 'attitude and culture' is needed in cricket in the wake of the Australian ball-tampering saga that has engulfed the sport, according to the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).

Leaving for US? Adjusting to American culture

Leaving for US? Adjusting to American culture

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

Dr Arun Vakil describes life in America as an Indian student. He gives pointers for social interaction and provides online resources for US-bound students.