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Elderly sportspersons lead by example in fight against Covid-19

Elderly sportspersons lead by example in fight against Covid-19

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Chuni Goswami needs insulin daily and due to the 21-day nationwide lockdown his medical supervisor is not able to attend him but his wife Basanti is 'managing' it somehow. Former India hockey captain Gurbux Singh remembers the World War II and also the partition but said he never witnessed anything like the current crisis.

Protests in Bangladesh over 'biased' umpiring in India QF

Protests in Bangladesh over 'biased' umpiring in India QF

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

Hundreds of Bangladesh cricket supporters burnt an effigy of Pakistani cricket umpire Aleem Dar and marched in the capital, Dhaka, after the country was knocked out of the World Cup

WTF NEWS: It's Weird, True and Funny!

WTF NEWS: It's Weird, True and Funny!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.

Four Moms Take On Kareena Kapoor

Four Moms Take On Kareena Kapoor

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

What can Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor tell you about being pregnant that you didn't already know about?

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, renowned US Justice, dies at 87

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, renowned US Justice, dies at 87

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Ginsburg, the second woman appointed to the bench, developed a rock star status during her career and was dubbed the 'Notorious RBG', CNN reported.

'Cricket can still bring a lot of joy to people'

'Cricket can still bring a lot of joy to people'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

'This IPL, probably more than any other, has become more about what's happening on the outside than what's happening here.

IPL's Aussies 'nervous' in COVID-hit India

IPL's Aussies 'nervous' in COVID-hit India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Several Australian cricketers are looking to leave the Indian Premier League early amid fears they will be locked out of the country because of India's escalating COVID-19 crisis.

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

The Chennai-based singer, in a series of tweets, said irrespective of political leanings, people in privileged positions must either call a spade a spade or 'shut up'. 'Can these filmy types please shut up and stay in their farm houses/fancy apartments,' Krishna began.

'Film-makers have forgotten the real India'

'Film-makers have forgotten the real India'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

'The real India lives in the villages where everyone is trying to improve the other.'

Man trapped inside Dhaka's bakery texts his brother

Man trapped inside Dhaka's bakery texts his brother

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

As the militants entered the popular hangout for foreigners in the capital's diplomatic zone of Gulshan and held dozens of people hostage inside, Gopal tried to reach his elder brother Soumir, who works at the restaurant, over the phone. reports the Daily Star.

'A lot of garbage came in from Trinamool'

'A lot of garbage came in from Trinamool'

Rediff.com17 May 2021

'Mamata will beat the living daylights out of BJP workers with the result that people who are not totally committed, they will promptly leave the party and go back to Trinamool.' 'Or when they find they cannot get what they came to the BJP for they will go back to Trinamool.'

'Awards are like ice cream to me!'

'Awards are like ice cream to me!'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

'I preferred theatre rather than going to production houses and giving photographs. I didn't have that kind of temperament. I didn't think I was unfortunate as I have struggled so much. I feel whatever happened was for my good.'

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

This doctor couple put their faith in India. And in return India has put faith in them.

229m TV viewers watched India-Pakistan World Cup tie!

229m TV viewers watched India-Pakistan World Cup tie!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

The broadcaster's live streaming platform Hotstar saw 100 million daily active users during the India-Pakistan match, making it the highest-ever single day reach for the platform.

Cyclist Ronaldo scripts history in Asian c'ships

Cyclist Ronaldo scripts history in Asian c'ships

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Indian freestyle wrestlers claim Asian team title in U-17 category

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

This Khan superstar told Gulshan Grover, 'Go ahead, become a star in Hollywood.'

Man in China reunites with son 24 years after abduction

Man in China reunites with son 24 years after abduction

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

Guo Xinzhen went missing in September 1997, at age two-and-a-half years abducted by human traffickers while he was playing near the family home in Liaocheng.

IPL: BCCI assures foreign players a seamless return home

IPL: BCCI assures foreign players a seamless return home

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Australia on Tuesday suspended all direct passenger flights from India with immediate effect until May 15 due to the "very significant" spike in COVID-19 cases

Kerala student trolled after video of her selling fish goes viral

Kerala student trolled after video of her selling fish goes viral

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

Union minister Alphons Kannanthanam has come out in support of a 21-year-old Hanan.

Coronavirus: Bhutia, Zizou, Beckham pay tribute to 'humanity's heroes'

Coronavirus: Bhutia, Zizou, Beckham pay tribute to 'humanity's heroes'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

'To all of these heroic people: football thanks you, football remembers you and football supports you'

China gets tough with Bangladesh

China gets tough with Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 May 2021

We can expect to see more Chinese wolf warrior diplomats on the prowl, in India's neighbourhood, though its mailed fist is not so visible while dealing with India, observes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).

Dubai policeman in trouble for revealing Messi's passport online

Dubai policeman in trouble for revealing Messi's passport online

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

The incident took place at Dubai airport where Messi landed last month to attend the seventh edition of the Globe Soccer Awards, in which he received the prize of best team and best player, local dailies said.

Yunus summoned over unpaid tax of $1.5 million

Yunus summoned over unpaid tax of $1.5 million

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The Nobel laureate filed an application before the High Court.

'I've been a circus performer for the past decade'

'I've been a circus performer for the past decade'

Rediff.com16 May 2020

For the lockdown entertainment seekers, Vir Das has a daily treat. 'I set up a show on Zoom every night where I work way my backward through the day.' 'It's a 90-minute daily show with tickets sold and the proceeds going to various charities and causes, like Helpage, migrant workers, children with cancer.'

'Amitabh began his day reading the Gita'

'Amitabh began his day reading the Gita'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

'He wrote a letter to his parents every night, and read the Gita every morning before going about his work.'

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

'Where are the funny writers on Indian television and OTT platforms?' 'Where are the sitcoms?' asks Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

Air India flyers to taste and then order food of their choice

Air India flyers to taste and then order food of their choice

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Flight caterer TajSATS has partnered with Air India to improve the onboard food service on select domestic and international routes.

Mental health: How Australia is helping players cope better

Mental health: How Australia is helping players cope better

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'It's bloody tough to sustain it for long periods of time, particularly I think for the fast bowlers. It's extremely difficult what they put themselves through. It's great that those conversations are happening and we're trying to keep guys as mentally and physically fresh as they can be'

Equity markets lost sheen in Q3

Equity markets lost sheen in Q3

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

A combination of fewer listings and falling 'average daily traded value' contributed to the drag in Q3.

Bengal to go to polls in 6th phase amid Covid 2nd wave

Bengal to go to polls in 6th phase amid Covid 2nd wave

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Security measures have been heightened in view of the violence in the previous phases, particularly the death of five people in Cooch Behar in the fourth phase of polling on April 10, an Election Commission official said.

Which of These Ladies Will Mika Singh MARRY?

Which of These Ladies Will Mika Singh MARRY?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

'I am confused about which one to choose.' 'All the girls are really beautiful.'

Why are global retailers in wait-and-watch mode for India?

Why are global retailers in wait-and-watch mode for India?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

The Indian government has simplified FDI policy inorder to attract global retail chains.

How Dhoni groomed Chahar into a match winner...

How Dhoni groomed Chahar into a match winner...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'He tells me that it is in your hands to take the game till the end'

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'While we conversed in Marathi, she would always make it a point to ask me in English, "Are you okay? Have you eaten?"' 'I sorely miss that care and concern.'

'Football can be very beautiful and it can be very cruel'

'Football can be very beautiful and it can be very cruel'

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Reaction to Tottenham Hotspur's last-gasp 3-2 Champions League semi-final win over Ajax Amsterdam.

Shahid, Mira fight about 'anything and everything'

Shahid, Mira fight about 'anything and everything'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

'Although on a daily basis it might be difficult to deal with it, I know at a larger level, I know that she's really good for me.'

She's 65... and she runs marathons across the world

She's 65... and she runs marathons across the world

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Lata Alimchandani is the first Indian woman over 60 to complete the World Marathon Majors. She's also among the world's elite marathon runners in her age group. But she won't stop running.

'2020 is a washout for movie business'

'2020 is a washout for movie business'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

'There will be two to three months of containment, and when there is normalcy, the risk is a relapse and a return to lockdowns.'

When will Ravichandran Ashwin quit cricket?

When will Ravichandran Ashwin quit cricket?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Ashwin is regarded as a thinking cricketer who always strives to explore something new, something extra in his game

Ashwin hopes Day/Night marks new beginning for Test cricket

Ashwin hopes Day/Night marks new beginning for Test cricket

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

The daily proceedings in the match will start at 1pm and wind up by 8pm.