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Nadal's journey to record 22 Grand Slam titles

Nadal's journey to record 22 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal surpassed the haul of Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Sachin Tendulkar congratulates IAF for adding 'state-of-the-art fighter jet Rafale'

Sachin Tendulkar congratulates IAF for adding 'state-of-the-art fighter jet Rafale'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

On Thursday, five Rafale fighter jets touched down at Haryana's Ambala after covering a distance of nearly 7,000 km to join the IAF.

Greek deal done, Merkel's allies rush to sell it in Germany

Greek deal done, Merkel's allies rush to sell it in Germany

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Germany's political establishment rushed to defend a deal with Greece on Monday to negotiate a third bailout, with Chancellor Angela Merkel's lieutenants selling the agreement as a victory for Europe that her conservatives can support.

The Best Wildlife Photographs, 2022!

The Best Wildlife Photographs, 2022!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The winners of the Natural History Museum's prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition were announced at an awards ceremony in London. American photographer Karine Aigner was announced as this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

Liverpool complete Thiago signing from Bayern Munich

Liverpool complete Thiago signing from Bayern Munich

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Thiago, 29, won the Bundesliga title in each of his seven seasons with Bayern and played in last month's Champions League final victory over Paris St Germain.

Greek League says suspension of matches a 'grave danger' to clubs

Greek League says suspension of matches a 'grave danger' to clubs

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Greece's top division on Tuesday opposed the suspension of all Superleague soccer fixtures over crowd trouble, saying it threatened the clubs' very existence.

PIX: Beijing Winter Games open amid criticism, boycotts

PIX: Beijing Winter Games open amid criticism, boycotts

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Held on the first day of Spring by the Chinese calendar, it began with a performance by dancers waving glowing green stalks to convey the vitality of the season, followed by an explosion of white and green fireworks that spelled the word "Spring".

After toppling Nadal, Djokovic hopes to be ready for Tsitsipas

After toppling Nadal, Djokovic hopes to be ready for Tsitsipas

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Djokovic's challenger will be a 22-year-old who is bidding to become the first Greek to win a singles major.

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

A cold snap in Europe and parts of America has caused chaos and crippled the lives of thousands. There have been over 20 weather-related deaths across Europe -- with snow continuing to fall across the continent. In America, Washington was blanketed in white after the US capital was hit by its first snow of the year. Here are glimpses from the snow bomb.

Greek assets sell off after 'No' vote

Greek assets sell off after 'No' vote

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

The Greek stock market has been shut since last week.

PIX: Forgotten man Murray gives Tsitsipas match to remember

PIX: Forgotten man Murray gives Tsitsipas match to remember

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

Andy Murray may have been the forgotten man at the US Open but gave the crowd and Stefanos Tsitsipas a match to remember, forcing the third seed to grind out a 2-6, 7-6(7), 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 win on Monday and avoid the opening round shocker.

Tokyo Olympics to be symbol of hope as flame goes on display

Tokyo Olympics to be symbol of hope as flame goes on display

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

The flame will be on show from Tuesday at the Japanese Olympic Museum, located next to the National Stadium purpose-built for the Games which were due to take place this year but were rescheduled for 2021 due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Raising funds: Amid wait, worry, India Inc looks to Singapore, China

Raising funds: Amid wait, worry, India Inc looks to Singapore, China

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

The dollar bond market has been a favourite for Indian firms in 2014.

Why is this supermodel nervous?

Why is this supermodel nervous?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Candice Pinto on the challenges involved shooting a virtual fashion show.

World chess gets first new president in over two decades

World chess gets first new president in over two decades

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

The World Chess Federation elected its first new president in more than two decade, on Wednesday, choosing former Russian deputy prime minister Arkady Dvorkovich as its head after an election marred by mud-slinging and recriminations.

Tokyo Olympics Medals Table: USA top; India 48th

Tokyo Olympics Medals Table: USA top; India 48th

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

The medal tally at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Unravelling the Greek tragedy

Unravelling the Greek tragedy

Rediff.com21 May 2012

A debt overhang can last generations.

Rupee ends 13 paise lower against US dollar

Rupee ends 13 paise lower against US dollar

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Weakness in euro against the dollar weighed on the rupee.

EU makes last-ditch bid to save Greek bailout

EU makes last-ditch bid to save Greek bailout

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

EU authorities made a last-minute offer to salvage a bailout deal that could keep Greece in the euro as the clock ticked down on Tuesday, with Germany warning that time had run out to extend vital credit lines to Athens.

Djokovic sends out a warning to Nadal

Djokovic sends out a warning to Nadal

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

Let battle commence, says Djokovic ahead of Nadal showdown

French Open: Sense of normality returns; Thiem ousted

French Open: Sense of normality returns; Thiem ousted

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Thousands of mask-free spectators flocked into the stadium

Indian Wells: Shock loss costs Medvedev No 1 rank

Indian Wells: Shock loss costs Medvedev No 1 rank

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

Daniil Medvedev lost his world number one ranking after being defeated by Gael Monfils

Goa, Bali among Indian's favourite destination this monsoon

Goa, Bali among Indian's favourite destination this monsoon

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

Read on to find out about the other destination trending this season.

Economic downgrade due to lack of PMO's authority: Jailtey

Economic downgrade due to lack of PMO's authority: Jailtey

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

India's economic condition is just a notch above that of Greece. The next phase could be of a "sovereign default" similar to Greece, said Arun Jaitley, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha.

Tsitsipas thrashes Zverev to reach ATP semis

Tsitsipas thrashes Zverev to reach ATP semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Debutant Stefanos Tsitsipas crushed defending champion Alexander Zverev 6-3, 6-2 on Wednesday to book his place in the last four of the ATP Finals with a match to spare.

US Open PIX: Serena slays world No 2; Medvedev through

US Open PIX: Serena slays world No 2; Medvedev through

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

A summary of Wednesday's action at the US Open on Day 3.

'Indian IT firms to see marginal impact of Greek crisis'

'Indian IT firms to see marginal impact of Greek crisis'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Greece's financial crisis has intensified.

PHOTOS: Sun god Apollo presides over final Olympic flame rehearsal

PHOTOS: Sun god Apollo presides over final Olympic flame rehearsal

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The high priestess raised her arms towards the sky, invoking the sun god Apollo at the birthplace of the ancient Olympics on Wednesday in the final rehearsal for the flame that will burn at the Rio Games later this year.

Greeks defy Europe with overwhelming referendum 'No'

Greeks defy Europe with overwhelming referendum 'No'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

The vote leaves Greece in uncharted waters: risking a banking collapse that could force it out of the euro.

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of French Open men's singles champions

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

List of French Open men's singles champions:

Nadal's back a concern ahead of Australian Open

Nadal's back a concern ahead of Australian Open

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

The 34-year-old practised for an hour on Thursday evening at the Rod Laver Arena and his fitness was improving "little by little, step by step", sources close to Nadal told Reuters.

Must-read! Ankita Konwar's adorable message on Milind Soman's birthday

Must-read! Ankita Konwar's adorable message on Milind Soman's birthday

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

This is how Ankita Konwar wished Milind Soman who turned 53.

Sensex@1-month closing high on Modi's housing push

Sensex@1-month closing high on Modi's housing push

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

The breadth was neutral with 1,329 advances and 1,320 declines.

These images will make you forget your COVID-19 worries

These images will make you forget your COVID-19 worries

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

As you are stuck at home owing to the coronavirus outbreak, here are eight images that will bring a smile on your face -- even if it's just for a while!

Olympic flame arrives in Tokyo ahead of opening ceremony

Olympic flame arrives in Tokyo ahead of opening ceremony

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The flame was carried to the podium by three-time Paralympic shooter Taguchi Aki. It was a special moment for Taguchi, as it came 106-days after she lit the celebration cauldron when the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay was re-started in Fukushima on March 25, this year.

Euro 2016: How minnows are causing upsets...

Euro 2016: How minnows are causing upsets...

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Whether it is Greece's victory at Euro 2004, Denmark's success in 1992 or Iceland's run to the quarter-finals at Euro 2016, the similarities between successful smaller countries and their approaches seem striking.

'It won't be very likely...for Costa Rica to go much further'

'It won't be very likely...for Costa Rica to go much further'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

Greece coach Fernando Santos took a parting shot at Costa Rica: Teams know all about you now and your World Cup ride is over. The surprise factor has gone.

Just where did Bollywood holiday?

Just where did Bollywood holiday?

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Bollywood gives you some great vacation ideas!

Williamson back as No.1 in Test rankings; Kohli 4th

Williamson back as No.1 in Test rankings; Kohli 4th

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has reclaimed the No.1 position in the MRF Tyres ICC Men's Test Player Rankings after leading his side to the ICC World Test Championship title in Southampton last week.

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

A summary of the finals on Day 2 at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon.