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Bonds named in American inquiry

Bonds named in American inquiry

Rediff.com3 Mar 2004

Baseball is facing a massive scandal after it emerged that the world's best player, Barry Bonds, took performance-enhancing drugs.

Jamia students narrate Sunday's ordeal

Jamia students narrate Sunday's ordeal

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

A day after the violence, the students expressed fear of being attacked again.

What Every Indian Must Know About PM-CARES

What Every Indian Must Know About PM-CARES

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf traces the journey of PM-CARES from its founding to finally admitting it is not a government fund.

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The parliamentary committee on IT has recently been in the news for asking global representatives of Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to present their views on misuse of social media platforms and its impact on citizens.

Student's death: Mamata assures mother to look into the matter

Student's death: Mamata assures mother to look into the matter

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday assured the mother of the deceased student who was allegedly locked inside a toilet by her seniors last week, that she would look into the matter.

India's weapons procurement from US jumps to $3.4 bn in 2020

India's weapons procurement from US jumps to $3.4 bn in 2020

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

The jump in the sale of American weapons to India comes at a time when sale of weapons from the US to other countries has dipped to USD 50.8 billion in 2020 from USD 55.7 billion in 2019.

26 Sena corporators resign over seat-share with BJP

26 Sena corporators resign over seat-share with BJP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Supporting the rebel Shiv Sena candidate, Dhananjay Bodare, those who tendered their resignation were miffed over the Kalyan East seat falling into the BJP's quota.

Is your teen depressed? 5 tips to help

Is your teen depressed? 5 tips to help

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Setting short term goals and helping them achieve those, reinforces self-confidence, and builds hope, ultimately helping them come out of the dark phase.

Silverstone open to hosting two F1 races without spectators

Silverstone open to hosting two F1 races without spectators

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Silverstone would be willing to host an unprecedented two successive Grands Prix without spectators to help Formula One fight back from the coronavirus crisis, circuit boss Stuart Pringle said on Sunday. The season has yet to start but the Liberty Media-owned sport's management are hoping to get going in the European summer with a revised and reduced schedule that could run into next year.

'Stokes will do a great job as England captain'

'Stokes will do a great job as England captain'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

He's been Rooty's (Joe Root) right-hand man for a while now. I know Rooty does turn to him a lot. He's been involved in a lot of talks we have behind the scenes, England coach Silverwood said.

'I still haven't taken it in'

'I still haven't taken it in'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2003

In the first exclusive extract of Martin Johnson's autobiography, the heroic captain relives the magical moments that led to England's crowning glory.

Sun apology fails to stem anger over Rooney

Sun apology fails to stem anger over Rooney

Rediff.com8 Jul 2004

A backlash against Wayne Rooney's appearance in a series of Sun interviews is gathering force on Merseyside.

Hales withdrawn from England's World Cup squad

Hales withdrawn from England's World Cup squad

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

The Nottinghamshire batsman will not travel to Ireland for a one-off ODI on Friday and has also been removed from England's ODI and Twenty20 squads against Pakistan.

Ali ranks Liston fight No.1

Ali ranks Liston fight No.1

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

Muhammad Ali has said his fight with Sonny Liston, which saw him become world heavyweight boxing champion for the first time in 1964, was the most important of his career.

Anger at footballers' wives

Anger at footballers' wives

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

A woman hired to keep a English First Division football club in shape has blamed jealous players' wives for her dismissal.

Kosovo gold medallist refused drug test before Rio

Kosovo gold medallist refused drug test before Rio

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

The International Judo Federation said on Monday that Kosovo's judo gold medallist Majlinda Kelmendi had refused to take an unscheduled drug test in France ahead of the Rio Games but that the procedure looked "questionable" and any sanction given would not be applied outside France.

Boring Boro. Or was it six pints?

Boring Boro. Or was it six pints?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2004

Magistrates have cleared Middlesbrough's players of being so boring that they sent a devoted fan to sleep.

After Cong-Pilot truce, Gehlot says he'll look into MLAs' grievances

After Cong-Pilot truce, Gehlot says he'll look into MLAs' grievances

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Asserting that the Congress government in the state will not only complete its five years but will also win the next assembly elections, Gehlot again accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of conspiring to topple his government at any cost.

To the power of one

To the power of one

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

She was America's teenage surfing sensation - at just 13. Then she lost her arm in a shark attack. Now Bethany Hamilton is surfing again - and America loves her for it.

Nepal PM gets Parliament dissolved amidst infighting

Nepal PM gets Parliament dissolved amidst infighting

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

The move comes as the intra-party feud reached climax in the ruling NCP which has been witnessing months long tussle between two factions, one led by 68-year-old Oli and Party's chairman and another led by 66-year-old 'Prachanda', also the executive chair of the party and former premier.

Henry could fit the rich bill

Henry could fit the rich bill

Rediff.com28 Nov 2003

Arsenal should be worried by Real Madrid's claim they have contacted "the best player in the world," since the other two already play for them.

From Louisville to Liston

From Louisville to Liston

Rediff.com2 Nov 2003

Dismissed by the press, disdained by opponents, Cassius Clay kept on winning. And then came the Liston fight: the night when it all changed.

Drugs add excitement: Chambers

Drugs add excitement: Chambers

Rediff.com23 Oct 2003

Dwain Chambers claimed over a year ago that drug use in athletics added to the excitement of the sport.

Read this in case of glorious win

Read this in case of glorious win

Rediff.com22 Nov 2003

By the time you see this you may know the result, so here's an interactive guide to life after the big match.

Who is this man?

Who is this man?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2004

David Beckham is on the cover of next month's Vanity Fair, a spot usually reserved for Hollywood royalty. But will his features register with Americans?

Coach Warne eyes IPL-like success with London Spirits

Coach Warne eyes IPL-like success with London Spirits

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Legendary Shane Warne has been appointed head coach of the London Spirits team for next year's The Hundred competition.

Govt issues SOPs for partial reopening of schools for classes 9-12

Govt issues SOPs for partial reopening of schools for classes 9-12

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

According to the 'SOP for partial reopening of Schools for students of 9th to 12th classes on a voluntary basis, for taking guidance from their teachers: In the context of COVID-19', a seating arrangement has to be made to ensure a distance of 6 feet between chairs, desks etc and the teaching faculty will ensure that they themselves and students wear masks throughout the conduct of the teaching/guidance activities.

Life has been intolerable: Beckham

Life has been intolerable: Beckham

Rediff.com28 Jun 2004

David Beckham has lifted the lid on his year from hell with a series of sensational revelations.

The HOT new words of 2020

The HOT new words of 2020

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Quarantine, lockdown, pandemic, covidiot... Sabyasachi Dutta unravels how different nations arrived at their Word Of The Year 2020.

The fans must do their bit

The fans must do their bit

Rediff.com7 Jun 2004

Violence and disorder involving England fans must not happen: for the sake of the players and the nation as a whole, writes England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson.

After JEE-Main, NTA gears up to hold NEET next week

After JEE-Main, NTA gears up to hold NEET next week

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

In order to maintain social distancing, the NTA has increased the number of centres from 2,546 to 3,843 for the NEET while the number of candidates per room has been reduced from earlier 24 to 12.

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

'Sasi Annan did far more right than wrong in his life.' 'I, and a great many others who appreciated his kindness and thoughtfulness, mourn for him and wish him godspeed and sadgati.' Rajeev Srinivasan pays homage to a noble soul.

On your Mark ...

On your Mark ...

Rediff.com16 Feb 2004

Mark Lewis-Francis talks drugs, Dwain Chambers and his plans to emulate Jesse Owens.

Blair hands on over Olympic bid

Blair hands on over Olympic bid

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

Tony Blair's apparent suggestion that he'll spank his monkey while watching the ladies volleyball should do wonders for London's Olympic bid.

CES 2019 transports you to the future

CES 2019 transports you to the future

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com offers a quick checklist of the best of CES's Auto World. The future is here, you will witness self driven cars to flying cars controlled by AI. We bring you the highlight of the CES auto world.

Ranieri: I'm off

Ranieri: I'm off

Rediff.com25 Mar 2004

Claudio Ranieri delivered an emotional farewell to his stunned Chelsea players on Monday after finally admitting he will be sacked this summer.

Did you know that PPF gives you triple tax benefit?

Did you know that PPF gives you triple tax benefit?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The Public Provident Fund is one of the safest and convenient modes of investment.

First salary: At 10, this tutor earned Rs 200

First salary: At 10, this tutor earned Rs 200

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Rediff reader Godwin GS Rao tells us about his first salary.

Ruud laments Beckham loss

Ruud laments Beckham loss

Rediff.com24 Feb 2004

Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has admitted that the club's loss of form is down in part to David Beckham's transfer to Real Madrid.

Ralf threat to quit Williams

Ralf threat to quit Williams

Rediff.com23 Feb 2004

Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher has hit out at Williams boss Frank Williams and threatened to leave the team.