News for 'Field of Dreams'

'Who knows, the war would have taken a different turn, maybe!'

'Who knows, the war would have taken a different turn, maybe!'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

'The simultaneous fire from so many guns rained down on the enemy and pulverised them, a sight I can never forget till my last breath.'

Indian-origin Banerjee lifts Wimbledon boys' singles title

Indian-origin Banerjee lifts Wimbledon boys' singles title

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Playing only his second junior Grand Slam, 17-year-old won 7-5, 6-3

How India's FIRST feature film was made

How India's FIRST feature film was made

Rediff.com22 May 2021

At a time when many women were forbidden by their caste-conscious families from taking up acting assignments in an industry not deemed respectable, Phalke wanted to cast his wife as the female lead in Raja Harishchandra.

'Hardik has ticked all the boxes as captain'

'Hardik has ticked all the boxes as captain'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

'Hardik has done very well and I have been impressed by his leadership.' 'His approach is in line with a modern-style of leadership which is collaborative.'

Indy 500 puts spotlight on racing's gender diversity

Indy 500 puts spotlight on racing's gender diversity

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

Beyond the empty stands and coronavirus-induced delay, this year's Indianapolis 500 will see another profound change at the famed Brickyard on Sunday -- for the first time in 21 years, there are no female drivers on the starting grid.

Amarinder Singh: The man who revived Cong in Punjab

Amarinder Singh: The man who revived Cong in Punjab

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

The 79-year-old widely respected and popular leader steered the Congress in 2017 to a landslide victory in the 117-member assembly to occupy the chief minister's post for the second time.

Natarajan, Sundar: From net bowlers to Test debut

Natarajan, Sundar: From net bowlers to Test debut

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

It was a dream come true moment for Tamil Nadu bowlers Thangarasu Natarajan and Washington Sundar as they made their Test debuts at the Gabba.

Why Wahab was recalled to Pakistan squad

Why Wahab was recalled to Pakistan squad

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Wahab, 33, said it is a dream come true to get a chance to play his third successive World Cup.

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

I was lucky to have support from family and IAF, Saxena said.

Coronavirus stokes fears of Tokyo Olympics cancellation

Coronavirus stokes fears of Tokyo Olympics cancellation

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Marathoners are spending the precious few moments of downtime before Saturday's competition focused on strategy and rest, and do not fear Olympic cancellation

'People don't have the courage to try new things'

'People don't have the courage to try new things'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

MTV Supermodel of the Year 2 winner Roshni Dada reveals how she battled criticism, convinced her parents and became a winner.

10 Important Tips For Graduates

10 Important Tips For Graduates

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

If you are looking for a new opportunity in the job market, you need to answer a simple question: 'What do you want to do? And why you want to do that?'

Review: An extraordinary Alia on a dream Highway!

Review: An extraordinary Alia on a dream Highway!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Highway isn't merely concerned with cataloguing the virginal, versatile landscapes of Northern India. Often it's the only ray of cheer to offset the grimness concealed within two wounded souls, feels Sukanya Verma.

My govt stable, allies will contest polls together: Thackeray

My govt stable, allies will contest polls together: Thackeray

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Asserting that his government is stable, Thackeray said the alliance partners are perceived to be ideologically different but the interests of the state and welfare of people binds the three parties together.

How to get an internship at Ernst and Young

How to get an internship at Ernst and Young

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

An internship at EY is a dream come true for finance graduates, MBA, CA, and commerce students, says Sarvesh Agrawal.

Van Gaal rekindles spirit as Man United dare to dream again

Van Gaal rekindles spirit as Man United dare to dream again

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

Four wins a row have lifted Manchester United into the Premier League's top four and Louis van Gaal's managerial reign is beginning to bear fruit after a difficult start.

CAA, NRC will not harm Indian Muslims: RSS chief

CAA, NRC will not harm Indian Muslims: RSS chief

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Bhagwat further emphasised that no Muslim will face any loss due to the citizenship law.

How HPCL's dream of a refinery in Rajasthan turned sour

How HPCL's dream of a refinery in Rajasthan turned sour

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

HPCL is now ready to increase the stake of the state government up to 49 per cent.

India fighting new Covid wave with 'great success': PM in Mann ki Baat

India fighting new Covid wave with 'great success': PM in Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

He said more than one crore children have sent him 'their Mann Ki Baat' via postcards which have come from many parts of the country and even from abroad.

What makes India the favourites to win Test series in Australia

What makes India the favourites to win Test series in Australia

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

The unavailability of Australian batting stalwarts Steve Smith and David Warner has made India the front-runners to win the upcoming four-Test series Down Under, believes former stylish left-hander Vinod Kambli.

Will Neeraj end India's wait for Olympics athletics medal?

Will Neeraj end India's wait for Olympics athletics medal?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

A pre-tournament medal contender, the 23-year-old Neeraj Chopra fuelled the country's expectations by topping the qualification round with a stunning first round throw of 86.59 metres.

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'We're 26 and every time we write a song, we try to see how we can relate it to our life's experiences or that of our friends.'

What India's star sprinter Hima is up to in the lockdown

What India's star sprinter Hima is up to in the lockdown

Rediff.com27 May 2020

For star sprinter Hima Das, the two months of coronavirus-forced national lockdown was not all about confinement inside her room at the National Institute of Sports in Patiala as she improved her cooking and painting skills besides doing yoga. All the track and field campers at the NIS were forced to remain indoors since mid March only to be given go ahead to train outdoors from Monday, with focus on fitness without specialised-event training initially.

'One should not play the woman card all the time'

'One should not play the woman card all the time'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'#MeToo is very empowering but I think there has been a lot of collateral damage at the same time, which I feel is very wrong.'

'I don't want to race with competitors'

'I don't want to race with competitors'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

'I just want to up my own timing. That's the only reason I'm running.' 'I'm not thinking of who is doing what films and if I am better or worse.' 'I just want to better what I have done before.'

COVID-19: Young shooter donates earnings to poor fellow athletes

COVID-19: Young shooter donates earnings to poor fellow athletes

Rediff.com16 May 2020

Thakur comes from middle-class family and his parents, who are from Sitmani in Bihar, own a shop in Noida.

PIX: Hamilton takes seventh F1 title with a win in Turkey

PIX: Hamilton takes seventh F1 title with a win in Turkey

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Hamilton already had more race wins, pole positions and podium finishes than any other driver in the history of the sport.

Villarreal win Europa League after epic shootout

Villarreal win Europa League after epic shootout

Rediff.com27 May 2021

After a tense encounter finished 1-1 following extra time, Villareal's Rulli stepped up after every on-field player scored their spot kicks and he comfortably beat Spaniard De Gea

Did Satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom: PM Modi in Dhaka

Did Satyagraha for Bangladesh's freedom: PM Modi in Dhaka

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Modi, who was wearing a 'Mujib Jacket' as tribute to Bangladesh's Father of the Nation, said that Bangabandhu's leadership and bravery had ensured that no power could enslave Bangladesh.

Less awareness in sports led to only 2 Oly medals: Mary Kom

Less awareness in sports led to only 2 Oly medals: Mary Kom

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

London Games bronze medallist boxer M C Mary Kom on Tuesday described her trials for Rio Olympics as "unfortunate" and said things probably would have been in her favour had there been more competitions for women. "I only got two chances to qualify. Male boxers get five to six chances, but even then many of them did not qualify," she said expressing hope that things would change for better after the upcoming boxing federation elections.

Jamaican sprinter Blake meets Tendulkar in Mumbai

Jamaican sprinter Blake meets Tendulkar in Mumbai

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Ace Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake met legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar at his residence in Mumbai on Wednesday.

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Akumjung Pongen, the first Rhodes scholar from Nagaland, shares his inspiring journey.

WATCH: Olympic champ wants to bowl to Kohli

WATCH: Olympic champ wants to bowl to Kohli

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

'I have two more years in track and field and after that I will pursue my career in franchise cricket.'

VOTE: Your favourite Bollywood Sports Biopic

VOTE: Your favourite Bollywood Sports Biopic

Rediff.com29 May 2017

MS Dhoni or Sachin A Billion Dreams? Dangal or Mary Kom?

'When you lose a job, it affects your self-worth...'

'When you lose a job, it affects your self-worth...'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

'...Your confidence.' 'You go through this emotional roller coaster ride, which affects your partner as well.'

NZ lifter will be first transgender athlete to participate at Olympics

NZ lifter will be first transgender athlete to participate at Olympics

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Save Women's Sport Australasia, a group opposed to transgender women competing in women's sports, said Hubbard's selection was allowed by "flawed policy from the IOC".

PICS: Root's 180 gives England slender lead over India

PICS: Root's 180 gives England slender lead over India

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Images from Day 3 in the second Test between England and India, at Lord's, on Saturday.

Tokyo Olympics: How India's athletes fared on July 24

Tokyo Olympics: How India's athletes fared on July 24

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

A look at how India's athletes fared at the Tokyo Olympics on Saturday.

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

Sanjay B Jumaani, India's leading astro-numerologist, makes his predictions.