News for 'Favourites India'

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

A heart-wrenching defeat in the semi-finals notwithstanding, a demoralised Indian men's hockey team will have to regroup quickly and aim for a second consecutive podium finish at the Olympics when it takes on Spain in the bronze medal play-off in Paris on Thursday.

SAFF final: Chhetri's India favourites against Nepal

SAFF final: Chhetri's India favourites against Nepal

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Having endured a topsy-turvy start to their campaign before a fine turnaround, seven-time champions India start as title favourites when they take on first-time finalists Nepal in the summit clash of the SAFF Championships, in Male, on Saturday.

India's chess future is bright, but...

India's chess future is bright, but...

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Chess icon Viswanathan Anand feels the current crop of Indian players, that he has had a role in shaping, has turned out to be "great" in grabbing crucial opportunities.

Did Thandel Producer Hint At Ghajini 2?

Did Thandel Producer Hint At Ghajini 2?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'I should make a Rs 1,000 crore film with you.'

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Delhiwaale ho, dum dikhao: Kohli's advice to youngsters

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli began training with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of his eagerly-awaited Ranji Trophy comeback after a 12-year gap.

Pankaj Advani storms to Singapore Open billiards title

Pankaj Advani storms to Singapore Open billiards title

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Pankaj Advani won the coveted Songhe Singapore Open title with a 5-1 win over local favourite Jaden Ong.

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Magnus Carlsen of Norway feels that on current form Indian star D Gukesh is the favourite to win the World Chess Championship

'Bit Of Rahul, Bit Of Sachin'

'Bit Of Rahul, Bit Of Sachin'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'The most attractive hundred I've seen in India in recent times.'

Boland dropped! Hazlewood returns for Gabba Test

Boland dropped! Hazlewood returns for Gabba Test

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Hazlewood's inclusion is the only change to the home side who will look to take a 2-1 lead in the five-Test series.

'100% Kiwi' Rachin relishes special ton in 'hometown'

'100% Kiwi' Rachin relishes special ton in 'hometown'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Born in Wellington to parents hailing from Bengaluru, the mop-haired left-hander emerged as a big crowd favourite in India when he played for the Black Caps in last year's 50-overs World Cup and for Chennai in this season's Indian Premier League.

Kohli, Pant Practice Hard In Perth

Kohli, Pant Practice Hard In Perth

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The Indian cricket team began practice in right earnest on Wednesday, ahead of their five-match Test series starting in Perth on November 22.

Manu opens up on Award controversy

Manu opens up on Award controversy

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Bhaker said the award selection panel would have followed due processes but sometimes errors can happen.

No room for complacency: Gayle warns India

No room for complacency: Gayle warns India

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Gayle said it would be naive to expect a cold contest between the cross-border rivals.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly wants India to 'play freely'

T20 World Cup: Ganguly wants India to 'play freely'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly emphasised the importance of carefree batting in T20s.

CT: Will Pak fans get to watch their fav Indian cricketers?

CT: Will Pak fans get to watch their fav Indian cricketers?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'The ICC board will meet on November 29 to discuss the Champions Trophy schedule.'

Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

This shift is driven by a pursuit of a superior lifestyle and an innate desire to be grounded in an owned plot of land. Villas, situated within gated housing societies, have gained popularity as a property type, witnessing strong traction due to elevated aspirations and the need for more living space.

Recipe: Sarson Ka Saag & Makki Ki Roti

Recipe: Sarson Ka Saag & Makki Ki Roti

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Corn rotis fried in ghee with white butter-topped mustard greens has a firm place in culinary heaven.

Pujara wants K L Rahul at No 3; not as opener

Pujara wants K L Rahul at No 3; not as opener

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara, who knows a thing or two about grinding the Australian attack in their den, backs K L Rahul to bat at the vital number three slot in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He says the swashbuckling Yashasvi Jaiswal is capable of doing what David Warner did in his prime.

The Man Who Loves India

The Man Who Loves India

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Popular YouTuber Khalid Al Ameri has a few confessions to make and Abhishek Mande Bhot is most willing to lend an ear.

'Papa Was Willing To Cast Me But...'

'Papa Was Willing To Cast Me But...'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'He has always let us do our own thing but if we ever need anything, he is there with the best advice.'

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Kohli vs Konstas: Fiery clash steals Boxing Day show

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli booed by home fans after bumping shoulders with Konstas on the pitch after the 19-year-old smashed India's bowlers around the park early on.

Will King Kohli recreate magic of 2014 at MCG?

Will King Kohli recreate magic of 2014 at MCG?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Kohli, Kohli.... the chants from 90,000 fervent fans still reverberate in the ear when you step into the fabled MCG, even two years after the former Indian skipper pulled off a stunning heist against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022.

Kohli's revelation on why IPL is everyone's favourite cricket carnival

Kohli's revelation on why IPL is everyone's favourite cricket carnival

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Virat Kohli has credited the T20 tournament's success to the strong 'connect' between players and fans.

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Despite the challenging build-up, Gambhir said he is "extremely confident" of retaining the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The players will hope to be as confident as they prepare for the fight to keep their World Test Final chances alive.

Like Shalini's Style? VOTE!

Like Shalini's Style? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shalini Passi never ceases to raise eyebrows throughout, whether it is her crazy fashion or the things she says!

Kohli Takes A Walk In The Rain

Kohli Takes A Walk In The Rain

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Virat Kohli walked around the ground in a black jacket with a hoodie before heading into the indoor facility at the National Cricket Academy.

Pritish Nandy: What An Editor!

Pritish Nandy: What An Editor!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Hugely creative with a very evolved aesthetic sense, he made the Illustrated Weekly of India every young reporter's dream. Payal Singh Mohanka remembers Pritish Nandy who passed into the ages on January 8, 2025.

'We Have Begged For Justice'

'We Have Begged For Justice'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'Justice may or may not happen, but who are those people who did this to her?' 'If the hospital authorities had helped us that day, or the police, then the real culprits would have been caught.' 'Getting justice for my daughter is my goal now and I want the CM to remember that.'

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

India claimed a memorable four-wicket victory at Adelaide Oval, on December 16, 2003 -- their first Test win on Australian soil in 22 years.

Women's Asia Cup: India favourites against Pakistan

Women's Asia Cup: India favourites against Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

The two sides currently occupy the top two spot in the points table with India, who have won three games on the trot, leading the table.

Siraj's fiery send-off sets Adelaide Oval ablaze

Siraj's fiery send-off sets Adelaide Oval ablaze

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Mohammed Siraj's fiery send-off to Travis Head ignited a hostile atmosphere at the Adelaide Oval during the second Test between India and Australia on Saturday.

Favourites India take on Sri Lanka with an eye on 2019 World Cup

Favourites India take on Sri Lanka with an eye on 2019 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Aug 2017

India will begin the journey to identify the core of their 2019 World Cup squad when they square off against a low-on-confidence Sri Lanka in a five-match ODI series, starting in Dambulla, on Sunday.

Neena Gupta's Secret Project With Shyambabu

Neena Gupta's Secret Project With Shyambabu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'I have done a one-hour film on soya bean with him!'

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Exploring the best of Indian roads.

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 6

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 6

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Check out how India's athletes fared on Day 6, Thursday, August 1, 2024:

How Stubbs handled nerves on mom's birthday...

How Stubbs handled nerves on mom's birthday...

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Chasing the modest total, South Africa were down 86 for seven before Stubbs and Coetzee added 42 runs for the eighth wicket to take them home.

Markram backs South Africa to qualify for WTC final

Markram backs South Africa to qualify for WTC final

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

South Africa are confident they can chase down a spot in next year's World Test Championship final, even if they must win four of their remaining five Tests in the current two-year cycle

Who is KKR skip Shreyas's favourite captain?

Who is KKR skip Shreyas's favourite captain?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Rahul, who was leading Punjab Kings till last year, will captain Lucknow Supergiants this IPL season beginning on March 26.

KL Rahul's selection in Test team based on 'favouritism', says Prasad

KL Rahul's selection in Test team based on 'favouritism', says Prasad

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

K L Rahul came in for harsh criticism from former India medium pacer Venkatesh Prasad who claimed the opener's selection was based on "favouritism'.

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Afridi likens India-Pak tie to 'Superbowl'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Cricket's biggest rivalry is heading to American soil for the first time as arch-rivals India and Pakistan take on each other in the ICC T20 World Cup in New York