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Ex-Australia spinner MacGill kidnapped for ransom

Ex-Australia spinner MacGill kidnapped for ransom

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Australian police arrested four men in dawn raids on Wednesday in connection with the alleged kidnap and assault of former Test cricketer Stuart MacGill.

Ex-Australia spinner breaks silence on alleged kidnapping

Ex-Australia spinner breaks silence on alleged kidnapping

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

MacGill has broken his silence on his alleged kidnapping and assault

China silent on falling debris of its space rocket amid rising concerns

China silent on falling debris of its space rocket amid rising concerns

Rediff.com6 May 2021

China on Thursday declined to comment on reports that the debris of its Long March 5B rocket, which last week launched the core module of the country's space station, is set to re-enter the earth's atmosphere this weekend, amid concerns that it could cause damage if it crashes in civilian areas.

Jurassic World Dominion Review

Jurassic World Dominion Review

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Dear Mr Spielberg, can we now put to rest this overstretched, bloated dinosaur franchise? asks Aseem Chhabra.

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

A quick look at the winners of the 94th Annual Academy Awards.

You're paid to win, not play: Smith talks of CA pressure

You're paid to win, not play: Smith talks of CA pressure

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Banned former Australian captain Steve Smith, on Wednesday, said Cricket Australia executives James Sutherland and Pat Howard played a key role in spreading the toxic 'win at all costs' culture

Latest from China: Falling rocket debris from the sky

Latest from China: Falling rocket debris from the sky

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Breaking its silence on its tumbling space rocket, whose debris is expected to fall on Earth this weekend, China said most of it would be burnt during re-entry and it is "highly unlikely" to cause any damage on the ground.

What's on Priyanka's mind?

What's on Priyanka's mind?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

A look at what these film folk are doing these days.

6 keepers who raise the bar at the World Cup

6 keepers who raise the bar at the World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

In a tournament that well before the quarter-final stage exceeded the 145 goals scored in South Africa in 2010, goalkeepers have stolen the limelight with a string of scintillating performances.

A National Award named after Irrfan?

A National Award named after Irrfan?

Rediff.com1 May 2021

'We are thinking on something like the 'Irrfan Memorial Award' given to the most promising new actor.'

Dual role for Australia head coach Langer in T20s

Dual role for Australia head coach Langer in T20s

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

Former international batsman Mark Waugh had previously been assisted by former head coach Darren Lehmann in selecting the Twenty20 team.

Cricket Australia to address imbalance between bat and ball

Cricket Australia to address imbalance between bat and ball

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

The eight innings in the ongoing Australia versus India has produced an unprecedented 2498 runs and Cricket Australia bosses have admitted that they are trying to ring in change to make all the pitches batting friendly. In all the four ODI matches, batsmen have had the upper hand with 671 runs being scored in the Canberra game - third most in an ODI played in Australia. "In an ideal world we've got some of the best fast bowlers in the world who like it hard, fast and bouncy and we're not getting that at the moment," CA's general manager of team performance Pat Howard was quoted as saying by the Sydney Morning Herald.

This black model has a message. Are you listening?

This black model has a message. Are you listening?

Rediff.com4 May 2017

Deddeh Howard wants to champion the cause of diversity and inclusivity in fashion.

New twist in MacGill's kidnapping case!

New twist in MacGill's kidnapping case!

Rediff.com7 May 2021

The New South Wales Police on Wednesday arrested four men including Marino Sotiropoulos -- Stuart MacGill's girlfriend Maria O'Meagher.

'Market volatility may continue in 2022'

'Market volatility may continue in 2022'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

'In 2022, active management, long-short strategies, multi-asset strategies, and asset allocation strategies need to be considered to meet long-term investment goals.'

Cannes 2018: Here comes princess Sonam

Cannes 2018: Here comes princess Sonam

Rediff.com16 May 2018

Sonam's final red carpet look at Cannes 2018.

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

A look at the guests at the premiere.

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The Power Of The Dog and Dune lead the pack while films like King Richard, Belfast and West Side Story grab quite a few noms.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Gone With The Wind

10 Things You Didn't Know About Gone With The Wind

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Did you know that Clark Gable nearly didn't say 'Frankly, my dear I don't give a damn' in Gone With The Wind? Or the film's India connections?

Lockheed Martin offers to build F-16s in India on assured orders from IAF

Lockheed Martin offers to build F-16s in India on assured orders from IAF

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The company wants to make F 16-Block 70 "for India, from India and export to the world".

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

From when James Buchanan was sworn in in 1857 to Donald Trump in 2017.

Kamala Harris: The inspiring story of many firsts

Kamala Harris: The inspiring story of many firsts

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Harris is known for many firsts. She has been a county district attorney; the district attorney for San Francisco -- the first woman and first African-American and Indian-origin to be elected to the position.

WOW! 7 Indian-American students crack Spell Bee

WOW! 7 Indian-American students crack Spell Bee

Rediff.com31 May 2019

A record seven Indian-origin students and one American have won the prestigious 2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Beyonce makes history at Grammys 2021

Beyonce makes history at Grammys 2021

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

With 28 Grammy wins in total, Beyonce breaks the record set by veteran singer Alison Krauss.

Three-year plan to protect Cummins from injuries

Three-year plan to protect Cummins from injuries

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Cricket Australia has drawn up a three-year plan to ease the workload on teen pace sensation Pat Cummins and protect him from injuries.

I only bought a one-way ticket: Tragic joke of MH17 flier

I only bought a one-way ticket: Tragic joke of MH17 flier

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

A Queensland man who died in the Malaysia Airlines tragedy joked about not returning from his European holiday.

PIX: Richa, Kalki watch Jia Aur Jia

PIX: Richa, Kalki watch Jia Aur Jia

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Film folk get together for a movie night.

CA turmoil creating doubts in Aus team players: Finch

CA turmoil creating doubts in Aus team players: Finch

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

A slew of Cricket Australia executives have resigned or been axed since the Longstaff report was released last week, shining a spotlight on cultural problems in the game's administration.

Kamala's VP nomination not a surprise: Delhi uncle

Kamala's VP nomination not a surprise: Delhi uncle

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Gopalan Balachandran, Harris' maternal uncle, said she will script many firsts if she wins and expressed the hope her top-level position will give Indians in the US "greater access" in interacting with the US administration.

Bend It Like Beckham gets 5 Olivier nominations

Bend It Like Beckham gets 5 Olivier nominations

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

The Olivier Awards are the British stage equivalent of the Oscars.

Warne blasts CA officials, brands them 'muppets'

Warne blasts CA officials, brands them 'muppets'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne has slammed Cricket Australia (CA) for hiring 'muppets' from other sports such as high-performance chief Pat Howard instead of people with cricketing backgrounds to help captain Michael Clarke.

Meet the judges of Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 8

Meet the judges of Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 8

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

F-16 or Gripen E: What will Modi choose?

F-16 or Gripen E: What will Modi choose?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

'What's on offer for India is to establish a production line here that would be the world's only production line.'

Meet America's new vice president: Kamala Harris

Meet America's new vice president: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Kamala Harris is now the first woman, the first Black American and the first Asian American to hold the country's second highest office, and is now in a strong position to run for the top job four years from now.

Ready to serve: Harris' first tweet as US Vice President

Ready to serve: Harris' first tweet as US Vice President

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Harris, the 49th US Vice President, will serve as the deputy of President Joe Biden, 78, who also took the oath of office, becoming the 46th US President.

World Cup Player of the Day: De Bruyne made the difference

World Cup Player of the Day: De Bruyne made the difference

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

The former Chelsea player, who now plies his trade with Vfl Wolfsburg in Germany, scored the opener and created the second for Marc Wilmots' side.

'US-India bonhomie driving Pakistan deeper into China's arms'

'US-India bonhomie driving Pakistan deeper into China's arms'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

The strengthening ties between India and United States have made Pakistan paranoid. Fearing that US might just discard it, Pakistan is now turning to its "enduring friend" China, believe America's powerful couple in diplomatic circles -- former ambassadors Howard and Teresita Schaffer. Aziz Haniffa reports

Uranium deal will bind India to NPT-like terms

Uranium deal will bind India to NPT-like terms

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

Australian Prime Minister John Howard on Friday said the "strict safeguards" India has to follow to obtain uranium supplies from Sydney will have the same effect of that country signing the nuclear non-proliferation treaty.

Australia refuses to apologise to Haneef

Australia refuses to apologise to Haneef

Rediff.com30 Jul 2007

"We need to have that independent judicial inquiry first to establish all the facts that are currently in the private possession of a number of minister" Rudd added.

Indian doctor's police detention extended

Indian doctor's police detention extended

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

Haneef was arrested by Australian police after a tip-off from their British counterparts about his possible connection to bomb attacks in London and Glasgow.