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Crowds pay tribute to Paris victims as French league restarts

Crowds pay tribute to Paris victims as French league restarts

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

Nice defeat leaves Lyon 10 points behind leaders PSG

Rain washes out day's play at French Open, first time in 16 years

Rain washes out day's play at French Open, first time in 16 years

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Persistent rain showers accompanied by a flood warning washed out the entire day's play at the French Open on Monday for the first time since 2000.

Behind-the-scenes drama of Olympic athletes' wardrobe

Behind-the-scenes drama of Olympic athletes' wardrobe

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Because billions of people around the world will be watching these brand ambassadors, what they wear during the Olympics is highly regimented, leading to complicated wardrobe changes.

Sacrifices reap rewards for parents of Olympic shuttlers

Sacrifices reap rewards for parents of Olympic shuttlers

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

'It was tough financially for the first few years but my friends and family supported me and once he did well at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, there was no looking back.'

PIX: Ledecky wins record-equalling ninth swim gold

PIX: Ledecky wins record-equalling ninth swim gold

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics swimming action at the La Defense Arena, Paris, on Saturday.

Paris attacks: London pays tribute, lights up in French tricolour

Paris attacks: London pays tribute, lights up in French tricolour

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

London's famous landmarks were on Sunday night lit up in the colours of the French national flag in tribute to the 17 people killed in the Paris terror attacks.

History and Mystery in Egypt

History and Mystery in Egypt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Time travel in the land of the pharaohs.

Athletes of Indian origin at Paris Olympics

Athletes of Indian origin at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Here's a look at some Indian-origin athletes who will be representing their adopted countries at the Paris Games

I have played my last match in India jersey: Bopanna

I have played my last match in India jersey: Bopanna

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'Right from 2002, making my debut and 22 years later still getting to represent India. I'm extremely proud of that.'

Cairn gets French court order to seize 20 Indian assets

Cairn gets French court order to seize 20 Indian assets

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Britain's Cairn Energy has secured a French court order to seize 20 Indian govt properties to recover arbitration award, it is learnt.

How France plans to use AI to keep Paris 2024 safe

How France plans to use AI to keep Paris 2024 safe

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

France tested Artificial Intelligence-driven video surveillance technology that will be deployed during the Olympic Games

PIX: Biles wins 5th Olympics gymnastics gold as Team US reign

PIX: Biles wins 5th Olympics gymnastics gold as Team US reign

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Simone Biles clinched her fifth Olympic gold medal as she made a triumphant return to the women's gymnastics team final at the Paris Games on Tuesday, reinforcing her status as one of the greatest athletes just three years after withdrawing from the same event at the Tokyo Games.

In third term, Modi to make first foreign trip to Italy for G7 summit

In third term, Modi to make first foreign trip to Italy for G7 summit

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

The G7 summit, to be held in the luxury resort of Borgo Egnazia in Italy's Apulia region from June 13 to 15, is likely to be dominated by the raging war in Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza.

Wimbledon PIX: Raducanu, Badosa score upset wins

Wimbledon PIX: Raducanu, Badosa score upset wins

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 5 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Friday.

'Rahul is more intellectual, better strategist than Rajiv'

'Rahul is more intellectual, better strategist than Rajiv'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'I give a lot of credit to Rahul Gandhi for standing up and fighting it for a long time and surviving, nobody else would have been able to survive'

What Justin Trudeau said after meeting Modi at G7 summit

What Justin Trudeau said after meeting Modi at G7 summit

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Trudeau said that there was a commitment to work together with India to deal with some "very important issues".

FIFA WC: Tunisia go out fighting with win over France

FIFA WC: Tunisia go out fighting with win over France

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The Tunisian captain's goal mobilised the French into action, with Deschamps bringing in stars like Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann to jump-start an attack that had so far been tepid.

Trans woman in French rugby says time for other sports to follow

Trans woman in French rugby says time for other sports to follow

Rediff.com20 May 2021

World Rugby has discouraged countries from letting trans women play, calling it a safety issue, because women who were born as men might have bigger bodies and hit harder.

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Republic Day 2024: Main attractions of platinum celebrations

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The 75th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path on Friday showcased India's rich cultural diversity, military prowess, and 'Nari Shakti'.

Is The World Spinning Out Of Control?

Is The World Spinning Out Of Control?

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The current instability in the world is a result of long term systemic and socio-politico problems, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

IYCU: Want to study in France on a scholarship?

IYCU: Want to study in France on a scholarship?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The France Excellence Charpak Master Scholarship is designed for up to two years of education in France at the Master's degree level for all streams and fields of study.

'I miss my daughter but it is about winning Olympic medal': Deepika

'I miss my daughter but it is about winning Olympic medal': Deepika

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Deepika Kumari is torn between two worlds. One where the doting mother longs to be with her 19-month-old daughter Vedika, and another where the ace Indian archer craves for an elusive Olympic medal.

5 Indians among 388 from 27 countries evacuated by France from Sudan

5 Indians among 388 from 27 countries evacuated by France from Sudan

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

France has evacuated some Indians along with citizens of 27 other countries as part of its evacuation mission from violence-hit Sudan.

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'The West has always opposed a strong nationalist leader in India and Narendra Modi is no exception.' 'The West prefers weak leaders who are amenable to Western pressure and Mr Modi's independent stance is not to the liking of the West,' asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

IOC 'shocked' by death of French athletes in helicopter crash

IOC 'shocked' by death of French athletes in helicopter crash

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday mourned the death of three French sports stars, including two Olympic medallists, in a helicopter accident during the filming of a reality show.

Euro 24: Watch Out For These Youngsters!

Euro 24: Watch Out For These Youngsters!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Several players across the continent are poised to make a name for themselves on the international stage.

French media report on Rafale kickbacks triggers political slugfest

French media report on Rafale kickbacks triggers political slugfest

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

A fresh political war of words erupted on Tuesday over the Rafale issue as the Bharatiya Janata Party accused the Congress leadership of corruption citing claims of a French media report on 'commissions' being paid during the United Progressive Alliance rule and said the Indian National Congress should be renamed 'I Need Commission' party.

French expose claims 1.1mn euro kickback in Rafale deal

French expose claims 1.1mn euro kickback in Rafale deal

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

The Congress on Monday sought a thorough probe in the Rafale defence deal and demanded answers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after a French media report claimed that 1.1 million (Rs 9.5 crore) was paid to a "middleman" by the aircraft manufacturer.

Euro PIX: Spain survive Georgia scare to reach last 8

Euro PIX: Spain survive Georgia scare to reach last 8

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia, at Cologne Stadium, Cologne, Germany, on Sunday.

Paris terror attack: First attacker identified by French authorities

Paris terror attack: First attacker identified by French authorities

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

French police have identified the first of seven gunmen who killed at least 129 people in a wave of carnage claimed by the Islamic State group.

PIX: France rally to beat Spain in Nations League final

PIX: France rally to beat Spain in Nations League final

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

World champions France won the Nations League final with goals from Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappe earning them a 2-1 win over Spain at the San Siro stadium on Sunday.

Macron promises to swim in dirty Seine river

Macron promises to swim in dirty Seine river

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Paris has been working on cleaning up the Seine so that people can swim in it again, as was the case during the 1900 Paris Olympics. But a sewer problem last summer led to the cancellation of a pre-Olympics swimming event.

All About Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

All About Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Unlike for previous Olympics, the Paris 2024 opening ceremony will not take place in a stadium.

Nikhat, Arundhati advance to semifinals

Nikhat, Arundhati advance to semifinals

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen eked out a gritty win while Arundhati Choudhary too won her bout to advance to the semifinals of the 75th Strandja Memorial Tournament in Sofia, Bulgaria on Thursday.

R-Day: Prez Murmu revives 'buggy tradition' after 40 years

R-Day: Prez Murmu revives 'buggy tradition' after 40 years

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The presidents were escorted by the President's Bodyguard -- "Rashtrapati Ke Angrakshak".

Moudgil shoots down mental barriers en route to Paris Games

Moudgil shoots down mental barriers en route to Paris Games

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

'The competition is very high in India and the pressure situations we face during trials will definitely help in Olympics. I just wanted to be my best in trials, the fire to perform in trials and the experience of last 15 years really paid off. These things will surely help me in Paris, the experience of playing in the Olympics is there with me.'

15,940 Indians Tried To Enter US Illegally In Oct-Nov

15,940 Indians Tried To Enter US Illegally In Oct-Nov

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

'Our missions do not have any reliable data on the number of Indians staying or working illegally in foreign countries,' the MEA says.

French foreign minister on terror: 'France, India are on the same boat'

French foreign minister on terror: 'France, India are on the same boat'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

Vowing to continue its "strong" response against perpetrators of Paris attack, France on Friday said India was on the "same boat" in fighting terrorism and will cooperate with each other in dealing with the "major" challenge facing the world.

Nations League PIX: France, Belgium win; Dutch outclass Poland

Nations League PIX: France, Belgium win; Dutch outclass Poland

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Images from the Nations League football matches played on Thursday.

All you MUST know about French Open champion Nadal

All you MUST know about French Open champion Nadal

Rediff.com9 Jun 2019

Factbox on Rafael Nadal, who beat Dominic Thiem to win his 12th French Open title: