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'I am looking to win the world title'

'I am looking to win the world title'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

'I have boxed at the amateur level for 15, 16 years and won every medal possible at the world level. I represented India in three Olympics, for 12 years, and that is not an easy thing. I am hoping to replicate my success in pro boxing.'

Have you seen Huawei's COOL new gadgets?

Have you seen Huawei's COOL new gadgets?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Huawei not only unveiled its Huawei Mate 30 series phones in Munic, Germany 19th September 2019 but also launched the Watch GT 2, FreeBuds 3 and Huawei Vision.

Will Vijender become Asian King of Boxing?

Will Vijender become Asian King of Boxing?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Vijender Singh's proposed double title fight against Oriental Super middleweight champion Zulpikar Maimaitiali is back on track for an August showdown.

Vijender Singh won't participate in Amir Khan's pro-league

Vijender Singh won't participate in Amir Khan's pro-league

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Vijender, who is promoted by IOS Boxing Promotions, is the reigning WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight champion and is expected to defend his title for a second time next month after the IPL.

Will Apple iPad Pro replace your laptop?

Will Apple iPad Pro replace your laptop?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

The device is already great. But its real capabilities will be unleashed after the iOS 11 is rolled out, says Abhik Sen.

Murder case: Olympian wrestler Sushil denied anticipatory bail

Murder case: Olympian wrestler Sushil denied anticipatory bail

Rediff.com18 May 2021

A Delhi Court on Tuesday refused to grant anticipatory bail to absconding Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar in the murder case of a wrestler, saying that he is 'prima facie' the main conspirator and allegations against him are serious in nature.

iPhone 6 is a killer phone but few features disappoint

iPhone 6 is a killer phone but few features disappoint

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

As for Apple Pay, we're still to see it in India.

Vijender accepts Amir Khan's challenge to fight in India

Vijender accepts Amir Khan's challenge to fight in India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is ready to trade blows with Pakistan-born British professional Amir Khan and accepted his challenge to fight in India, saying it will prove to be a big boost to the sport in the country. Two-time former world champion, Amir, who has been training intensively for his much-anticipated WBC title contest against Mexico's Saul 'Canelo Alvarez want to fight against Vijender soon in India. Commenting on Amir Khan's challenge, Vijender said: "I accept the challenge of Amir Khan and I am sure this fight will be a big boost to boxing in our country. "As we both fight in different weight categories so will have to see whether Amir gains or I have to lose weight. I have started my professional boxing career last year only and have made only 4 appearances in the pro ring.

Gold medal? No thanks! Advertisers only want Kohli

Gold medal? No thanks! Advertisers only want Kohli

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

India's list of non-cricket sports stars is growing, but when it comes to endorsement deals, the bulk of the money is spent on a handful of cricketers.

Brand machine called Virat Kohli gets Rs 1.5 crore a day!

Brand machine called Virat Kohli gets Rs 1.5 crore a day!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Currently, Kohli has 13 brands under his belt.

Vijender scores 12th successive professional win

Vijender scores 12th successive professional win

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh demolished Ghana's former Commonwealth champion Charles Adamu to claim his 12th successive victory and ensure his four-year unbeaten streak in the professional circuit remained intact, in Dubai, on Friday.

Boxing ace Vijender reveals his plans for 2020

Boxing ace Vijender reveals his plans for 2020

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Vijender Singh is determined to keep the record with a world title to boot as he enters the new decade donning multiple hats, including the one of an active politician "with strong opinions". The 34-year-old trailblazing boxer, who delivered India's first Olympic and men's world championship medals in boxing back in 2008 and 2009, has logged an enviable 12-0 record in the professional circuit, which he entered in 2015.

After IPL success, cricket stars to bag big endorsement deals

After IPL success, cricket stars to bag big endorsement deals

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

New players from India and abroad have caught the attention of brand managers.

How brands are bringing it on at Rio Olympics

How brands are bringing it on at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

The organisers have become savvier about marketing the game.

Five start-ups get instant funding at TiE event

Five start-ups get instant funding at TiE event

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Winners were chosen from 200 applicants; made a pitch to 10 investors for Rs 10 lakh funding each against 8% equity.

Marylebone Cricket Club releases first ever Laws of Cricket app

Marylebone Cricket Club releases first ever Laws of Cricket app

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The Marylebone Cricket Club has released a first ever Laws of Cricket app. Free to download, 'MCC Laws of Cricket' includes easily digestible explanations of each Law, new imagery and animations and a special Laws quiz.

iPhone SE: Hits and misses

iPhone SE: Hits and misses

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The SE reportedly has 2GB of random-access memory.

Vijender made to wait for Commonwealth title

Vijender made to wait for Commonwealth title

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's clash against Briton Lee Markham for the Commonwealth Super middleweight title was, on Friday, postponed after the latter pulled out due to injury.

Vijender injured in training, US pro debut delayed

Vijender injured in training, US pro debut delayed

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Vijender, represented in India by IOS Boxing Promotions, relocated his training base to Los Angles earlier this month after signing up with the legenday Bob Arum's 'Top Rank Promotions'.

Vijender scores TKO win over Snider

Vijender scores TKO win over Snider

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh remained an unstoppable force, clinching a Technical Knock-out over the more experienced Mike Snider on his debut in the US professional circuit, in Newark, on Saturday night.

BlackBerry Messenger for Windows Phone, Nokia X soon

BlackBerry Messenger for Windows Phone, Nokia X soon

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

The Canadian smartphone maker in October last year launched BBM for rival Android- and iOS-based handsets and the app since then has been downloaded on over 40 million such handsets.

Unbeaten Vijender to face Hope in WBO title bout in Delhi

Unbeaten Vijender to face Hope in WBO title bout in Delhi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Former European champion Kerry Hope was on Monday unveiled as Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's opponent for the eagerly-anticipated WBO Asia title bout to be held on July 16 in New Delhi.

Vijender's Olympic bronze medal is nothing: Cheka

Vijender's Olympic bronze medal is nothing: Cheka

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

India's boxing sensation Vijender Singh will defend his WBO Asia Pacific title against Tanzanian Francis Cheka, who has lost all his bouts away from home.

Vijender's opponent develops cold feet at the last minute

Vijender's opponent develops cold feet at the last minute

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's scheduled opponent for his next fight, China's Zulpikar Maimaitiali, on Friday, backed out.

The tech start-up that has drawn Sachin's attention

The tech start-up that has drawn Sachin's attention

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Smartron is part of a new wave of IoT startups.

New Facebook feature will recognise, share users' music, TV shows

New Facebook feature will recognise, share users' music, TV shows

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Facebook, which announced the move in a post on its official blog on Wednesday, is working with streaming music services Spotify, Rdio and Deezer to offer the music previews.

'A busy few months' before Vijender comes home for WBO Asia title

'A busy few months' before Vijender comes home for WBO Asia title

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh's next bout was postponed from April 2 to April 30 due to technical reasons.

New BBM app offers free call facility for Android, iPhone users

New BBM app offers free call facility for Android, iPhone users

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

BBM users on Android and iPhone will now be able to make free voice calls to BBM contacts over a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection with BBM Voice, as well as access BBM Channels, a broadcast service, BlackBerry said in a statement.

Wow! Just WOW!

Wow! Just WOW!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

With the iPad Air 2, Apple has surprised again!

The Apple Revolution

The Apple Revolution

Rediff.com20 Sep 2015

With a slew of product releases this time, Apple has made it very difficult for its competitors to survive in the market with its state-of-the-art products and software. It will be interesting to see how competition answers with their upcoming products.

I am ready to fight for Commonwealth, World title: Vijender

I am ready to fight for Commonwealth, World title: Vijender

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

Following his 10th straight win on the pro circuit, Indian boxing's poster boy Vijender Singh has set his eyes next on winning the Commonwealth and World Championship title.

IOC rally to enter semis

IOC rally to enter semis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2004

In the semi-finals of the DDA invitation hockey tournament, IOC will play Punjab Police, while Punjab and Sind Bank will meet Army XI.

Has India stumped Netflix and Amazon Prime Video?

Has India stumped Netflix and Amazon Prime Video?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Global OTT players are late to the party. Indian players like Hotstar and Hungama Play have surged ahead with customisations tailored for the Indian viewer.

Tata Motors to let buyers design their Harrier SUVs

Tata Motors to let buyers design their Harrier SUVs

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

A digital configurator comprising a three-dimensional graphics-based app will allow customers to choose specifications and align the output generated by the tool to company's back-end manufacturing.

Why Apple should be worried!

Why Apple should be worried!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Xiaomi's latest smartphone Mi4 surely can give Apple's iPhones serious competition, says Shruti Puri, and could dent sales of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus that helped Apple post fantastic quarterly numbers recently.

Apple launches iPhone 8, iPhone X and new watch

Apple launches iPhone 8, iPhone X and new watch

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

The iPhone X will cost $999 -- about $70 higher than the Galaxy Note 8, its major competitor.

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani was a dark blob against a jail window

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani was a dark blob against a jail window

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

Each time they held the leafy bedsheet over the window for a few seconds, a clearer but very grey visage of Indrani came into view. In the barely discernible image, Indrani seemed to look tired and downbeat. But then the bedsheet would be taken away and Indrani would disappear into the darkness once more.

ED grills Virbhadra Singh for 9 hours

ED grills Virbhadra Singh for 9 hours

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

The IO is also understood to have confronted him with some documents the agency had seized and recovered in this case of alleged disproportionate assets.

Vijender to fight for WBO Asia title in India

Vijender to fight for WBO Asia title in India

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Unstoppable so far, star Indian boxer Vijender Singh will now gun for his maiden title in the professional circuit when he fights for the WBO Asia belt come June in front of home fans in the national capital. The middleweight boxer, who earned worldwide fame by becoming India's first Olympic and World Championships medallist at the amateur level, has exhibited rampaging form even in the pro arena. Since his debut in the circuit last October, the 30-year-old from Haryana has won all his three pro contests via knockouts. His next bout is scheduled for March 12 in Liverpool, the opponent for which is yet to be named. "I am already excited. My first title fight, that too in front of my own people, in my own country. It cannot get better than this. I have no idea who my opponent is going to be but I am sure I will carry on the way I have so far," Vijender told PTI from Manchester where he is currently training for the March 12 showpiece.

5 hybrid smartwatches for all budgets

5 hybrid smartwatches for all budgets

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

Abhik Sen picks out his 5 favourites, ranging from 14,000 to 50,000.