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Paralympics glory beckons for vegetable vendor's son

Paralympics glory beckons for vegetable vendor's son

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Jhandu Kumar, who has polio-affected legs since birth, won a gold medal at the recently-concluded Khelo India Para Games. The powerlifter broke his own National record on March 23 in the men's 72kg category with a lift of 206kg.

Jayawardena, Pollock to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Jayawardena, Pollock to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Sri Lankan great Mahela Jayawardena, former South Africa all-rounder Shaun Pollock and ex England batter Janette Brittin will be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame before the T20 World Cup final gets underway here on Sunday.

'Prepare Without Worrying About Pressure'

'Prepare Without Worrying About Pressure'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

'During a match, there is a lot of noise from the stadium -- cheers for sixes and fours -- but the batter focuses on the ball, not the pressure.' 'If you don't take pressure and focus on your duty, you can overcome stress easily.'

Shearer, Henry first inductees into EPL Hall of Fame

Shearer, Henry first inductees into EPL Hall of Fame

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

The former England international, who won the Premier League title in the 1994-95 season with Blackburn, is the only player to have scored 100 goals in the competition for two different clubs.

Indian student self-deports after US revokes visa for supporting Hamas

Indian student self-deports after US revokes visa for supporting Hamas

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Ranjani Srinivasan, a citizen and national of India, entered the United States on a F-1 student visa as a doctoral student in Urban Planning at Columbia University, the Department of Homeland Security said in a statement on Friday. It added that Srinivasan was "involved in activities supporting" Hamas, a terrorist organisation.

Trump's Moment Of Silence For Crash Victims

Trump's Moment Of Silence For Crash Victims

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

The scenes that unfolded after the deadly mid-air collision between American Eagle flight 5342 and a US army Black Hawk helicopter while approaching the Reagan Washington national airport and crashed into the Potomac river in Arlington, Virginia, outside Washington, DC, January 29, 2025.

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'They haven't done a lot wrong. That's without some of their stars actually performing in that final.'

Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Gun Shots Or Cricket Shots?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'I will watch India's match against New Zealand with no tension -- just enjoy the cricket.'

Man poisons wedding feast as niece marries against his wishes

Man poisons wedding feast as niece marries against his wishes

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

A man allegedly gate-crashed his niece's wedding reception in Maharashtra's Kolhapur district and mixed poison in the food prepared for guests as he was against her marriage, police said on Wednesday.

RSS returns to old office in Delhi, rebuilt with Rs 150 crore

RSS returns to old office in Delhi, rebuilt with Rs 150 crore

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has moved back its office in New Delhi to its old address following the near completion of the rebuilding project spread across over 3.75 acre premises, housing three 13-storey towers and around 300 rooms and offices in total.

Federer wins on return to grass in Halle

Federer wins on return to grass in Halle

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Roger Federer made a winning return to the grass courts

Vinoo Mankad, Sangakkara inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Vinoo Mankad, Sangakkara inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'Vinoo Mankad's legacy has been to tell the aspiring Indian cricketer to believe in oneself. He was a great proponent of self-belief. He was the one who kept saying to me that you need to keep scoring runs and keep at it. When you get a 100, let that be the knock on the selector's door.'

Hurkacz thrashes Medvedev for Halle title; Jabeur wins

Hurkacz thrashes Medvedev for Halle title; Jabeur wins

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Hubert Hurkacz showed his Wimbledon credentials on Sunday, hammering world number one Daniil Medvedev

Omar Faces Protest From His Own MP

Omar Faces Protest From His Own MP

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

National Conference Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, along with Peoples Democratic Party leaders Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra, Sheikh Khursheed and others, led a peaceful protest on Monday, December 23, 2024, outside Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's residence in Srinagar.

Federer loses to Auger-Aliassime in Halle

Federer loses to Auger-Aliassime in Halle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Auger-Aliassime was a step up for Federer who was far from his best in an error-strewn display.

Superboys Of Malegaon Review: Must Watch

Superboys Of Malegaon Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Superboys of Malegaon is a delight to watch, raves Deepa Gahlot.

Lisa Sthalekar inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame

Lisa Sthalekar inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Sthalekar was a member of four Australian World Cup-winning teams across the ODI and T20 formats and captained Australia in three ODIs against New Zealand in 2006.

INDIA clashes with govt over speech at Constitution day event

INDIA clashes with govt over speech at Constitution day event

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Leaders of various INDIA bloc parties have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to allow leaders of the opposition in both Houses of Parliament to speak during the Constitution Day function to be held on Tuesday. The function will be addressed by President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The letter, signed by leaders of various opposition parties, states that they believe in the best traditions and interests of Parliamentary democracy, the Leaders of Opposition (LoPs) in both Houses should also be given an opportunity to speak on this historic occasion. Parliamenary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, however, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be addressing the event and accused "some of the Opposition parties " of giving reactions without knowing the actual arrangement. He added that sitting arrangements have been made for the Leaders of Opposition of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on the dais.

Oscars 2025: Gal Gadot Rules The Red Carpet

Oscars 2025: Gal Gadot Rules The Red Carpet

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

The 97th Academy Awards are live in Hollywood, California, and the biggest stars are looking even more glamorous on the red carpet.

A Gift For Kohli From A Cricket Legend

A Gift For Kohli From A Cricket Legend

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

'Sometimes, you are a good player, and you haven't made it. I think they have done very well for India.'

Kolkata doctor was already unconscious: Accused's big claim

Kolkata doctor was already unconscious: Accused's big claim

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the alleged rape and murder of an RG Kar Medical College trainee doctor in Kolkata, told his lawyer that he wants to plead "not guilty" in court as he is innocent, according to a report in the Times of India.

Detention centre or torture cell? US deportee recounts 18-day ordeal

Detention centre or torture cell? US deportee recounts 18-day ordeal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

He said the air conditioners were run non-stop at a very low temperature, and they were given thin blankets, which were even thinner than silver foil paper and one could see through them.

Thousands Mourn Dr Singh

Thousands Mourn Dr Singh

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Dr Singh's eldest daughter Professor Upinder Singh gently reminded the gathering that this was a moment for prayer, not accolades.

'Religious reasons': Why Uzbek GM Yakubboev refused Vaishali's handshake

'Religious reasons': Why Uzbek GM Yakubboev refused Vaishali's handshake

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboe said he didn't respond to Indian GM R Vaishali's handshake gesture because of 'religious reasons'.

50,000 poll personnel, 1200 halls deployed for counting of votes in 5 states

50,000 poll personnel, 1200 halls deployed for counting of votes in 5 states

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

More than 50,000 officials have been deployed for the counting of votes on Thursday in the five states where assembly polls were held recently.

EPL PIX: Chelsea get back to winning ways

EPL PIX: Chelsea get back to winning ways

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Chelsea won for the first time in six Premier League matches when they beat relegation-threatened Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-1 at home on Monday.

Images To Remember 2024

Images To Remember 2024

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Some more glimpses from the year gone by.

'He was simply larger than life'

'He was simply larger than life'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The Denver Nuggets, who took Mutombo in the first round of the 1991 draft, said in a statement they were "heartbroken" by his passing.

What Did Leander Paes Discuss With Sports Minister?

What Did Leander Paes Discuss With Sports Minister?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'It was a pleasure to meet legendary Olympic medallist @Leander today! Also Congratulated him on being inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame! He continues to inspire youth and athletes to chase their dreams.'

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Bumrah made Aussie top-order batters look silly: Ponting

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Bumrah finished as the leading wicket-taker with an incredible tally though India lost the series 1-3 after the six-wicket defeat in the fifth Test at the SCG

India abstains on UN resolutions seeking end to Ukraine war

India abstains on UN resolutions seeking end to Ukraine war

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

India abstained on two UN General Assembly resolutions calling for a de-escalation, an early cessation of hostilities and a peaceful resolution of the war against Ukraine. The resolutions were adopted on the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with the UN Secretary General stressing that the war in Ukraine stands as a grave threat to the peace and security of Europe and the core principles of the United Nations.

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.

Modi congratulates 'friend' Trump on historic inauguration

Modi congratulates 'friend' Trump on historic inauguration

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Donald Trump on his historic inauguration as the 47th US president and said he looks forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both the countries as well as to shape a better future for the world.

How Watching Movies Is Going To Change

How Watching Movies Is Going To Change

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

FLEXI Show will give the audience the freedom to leave the movie hall at any point while paying only for the time they watched it.

'If Shah Rukh Khan Can Do It, I Can Too'

'If Shah Rukh Khan Can Do It, I Can Too'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

'My family are the mainstream audience and think I am wasting my time. Until I make a Rs 100 crore film, they won't be convinced.'

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Sukanya Verma lists 15 scenes that reveal facets of Salman outside the formula.

4.5 lakh weddings in 3 weeks set to bring traffic chaos in Delhi

4.5 lakh weddings in 3 weeks set to bring traffic chaos in Delhi

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The wedding season in Delhi has kicked off, with an estimated 4.5 lakh weddings expected over the next three weeks. Delhi Police are preparing for heavy traffic congestion and have deployed additional personnel to manage the situation. The season is also expected to provide a significant economic boost to the city, with wedding vendors reporting a surge in bookings.

Cops explain why BJP's C T Ravi was moved across locations

Cops explain why BJP's C T Ravi was moved across locations

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

In the wake of allegations against police for ill-treating Karnataka MLC C T Ravi in custody, the police on Tuesday clarified that the Bharatiya Janata Party leader was shifted to various places for security reasons and to avoid disrupting public order.

Why did Trump thank Pakistan?

Why did Trump thank Pakistan?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Trump thanked the Government of Pakistan for "helping arrest this monster".

Saif attacker entered Jeh's room, demanded Rs 1 cr: Nurse

Saif attacker entered Jeh's room, demanded Rs 1 cr: Nurse

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

The intruder first entered the room of Saif and Kareena Kapoor-Khan's younger son Jeh, said Eliyama Philip, the complainant in the case.