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India will prove themselves at Tokyo Olympics, says Sreejesh

India will prove themselves at Tokyo Olympics, says Sreejesh

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

India hockey star P R Sreejesh feels that goalkeepers are like wine which gets tastier if kept longer, reflecting on his illustrious career from warming the bench to becoming one of the best in the world.

PIX: Bumrah gets prestigious award

PIX: Bumrah gets prestigious award

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

Bumrah receives Polly Umrigar and Dilip Sardesai awards

Bottoms up: When world leaders chilled with a drink

Bottoms up: When world leaders chilled with a drink

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

On Friday, German Chancellor was caught enjoying some down time in a pub in Brisbane, where she has come to attend the G20 summit. Over the past years, world leaders have often been snapped enjoying some time on their own at a pub, downing a drink or two. So, sit back, enjoy a glass of wine and a few of those moments.

1900 Olympics: The only time cricket was played at Games

1900 Olympics: The only time cricket was played at Games

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

With the Tokyo Olympics set to start on July 23, here is some trivia from the first two editions of the modern Olympics held in 1896 and 1900.

5 Foreign Destinations That Don't Require RT-PCR

5 Foreign Destinations That Don't Require RT-PCR

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

India is ready, after battling the pandemic for two years, to travel once again.

India quicks getting the thoroughbred treatment

India quicks getting the thoroughbred treatment

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

India bowling coach Bharat Arun likens R Ashwin to fine wine

India Must Be Prepared for the Taliban

India Must Be Prepared for the Taliban

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Robust military preparedness along the entire perimeter of our nation is the only iron-clad permanent guarantee for our security, asserts Vivek Gumaste.

Covid impact: Imports of digital thermometers rise 2,410%

Covid impact: Imports of digital thermometers rise 2,410%

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

From Covid-19 essentials, such as Vitamin C supplements and thermometers, to bicycles, laptops, and personal weighing scales, demand for certain items galloped during last financial year as the pandemic altered what Indians used on a day-to-day basis. Imports of outdoor sports equipment, handbags for women, and dentures, among others, plummeted. With outdoor activities coming to a halt last year and schools functioning virtually, imports of sports goods witnessed a decline, while inbound shipments of laptops and battery chargers saw a sharp uptick, according to the import data for the financial year 2020-21.

PIX: Perez goes from last to first in astonishing Sakhir GP

PIX: Perez goes from last to first in astonishing Sakhir GP

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Perez, who vaulted to fourth in the overall standings after Sunday's race, is the first Mexican driver to win a race since Pedro Rodriguez took victory in the 1970 Belgian Grand Prix.

Bengal bowlers know how to get Pujara out: Saha

Bengal bowlers know how to get Pujara out: Saha

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

Wriddhiman Saha is confident that Bengal's unheralded bunch of bowlers have seen enough of Cheteshwar Pujara on television to plot his dismissal when they take on Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy final, starting in Rajkot on Monday.

I quit out of disgust: Justice Ganguly

I quit out of disgust: Justice Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

Former Supreme Court judge Ashok Kumar Ganguly maintains his defiant stand on the sexual harassment allegations leveled against him by a law intern in an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN.

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'I felt isolated, humiliated at times. I lost my career to racism.'

Turban row: A Canadian Sikh's fight for justice

Turban row: A Canadian Sikh's fight for justice

Rediff.com4 May 2007

A friend of Singh posted a letter detailing the incident on Facebook, inadvertently launching an international campaign of support with hundreds of online responses to his plight from as far away as India, the UK and the US.

Liquor volumes may take 20% hit in FY21

Liquor volumes may take 20% hit in FY21

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Almost 70 per cent of alcohol distribution in India happens through liquor vends or shops, while 30 per cent happens on-premise, that is, in bars, pubs, and hotels.

Happy Birthday Sunil Chhetri! 6 reasons why he is a star striker

Happy Birthday Sunil Chhetri! 6 reasons why he is a star striker

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

As Chhetri celebrates his 31st birthday today, here is a look at what makes him stand out.

Where Does AIADMK Go From Here?

Where Does AIADMK Go From Here?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

There is nothing to suggest that the DMK stands to gain from the AIADMK split nor is there anything indicative of an extraordinary advantage for the BJP, independently or in the company of the AIADMK, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why Sri Lanka Is In Crisis

Why Sri Lanka Is In Crisis

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

The protests brought home the fact that the Sri Lankan public is in no mood for halfway measures, as voices against Rajapaksa 'family rule' and 'securitisation' of the civilian administration began sidestepping the more critical economic crisis, affecting the nation and afflicting the individual, observes Sri Lanka watcher N Sathiya Moorthy.

Recipe How to make Mishti Doi Trifle

Recipe How to make Mishti Doi Trifle

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Kolkata-based chef Shaun Kenworthy tells us how to put together an irresistible creamy dessert.

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Even a rump Air India could not hope to get away with the shoddy service and scrappy fare for which I paid nearly two lakh, complains Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Indian eves hold Georgia

Indian eves hold Georgia

Rediff.com25 May 2006

Swati Ghate helped the Indian eves salvage a draw against third seed Georgia at the Women's chess Olympiad

World Cup diary: Dhoni-Kohli bonhomie

World Cup diary: Dhoni-Kohli bonhomie

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

As one entered the hotel porch in Perth, there was India's captain and his deputy engrossed in a chat like long-lost friends.

PM congratulates Abhijit; Rahul says he helped conceptualise 'Nyay'

PM congratulates Abhijit; Rahul says he helped conceptualise 'Nyay'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Rahul Gandhi said he had helped the party conceptualise its 'Nyay' scheme to help remonetise the economy.

Air India's vegetarian menu will help airline save Rs 20 crore annually

Air India's vegetarian menu will help airline save Rs 20 crore annually

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Last year, Air India replaced veg and non-veg sandwiches with veg hot meals on flights

Red tape hits FDI in India: Italy

Red tape hits FDI in India: Italy

Rediff.com1 Feb 2006

Bureaucratic procedural hassles in India are still a "stumbling block" to Italian investment in the country, said Italian Trade Commissioner Vittorio Mecozzi.

'The real test of a movie is the test of time'

'The real test of a movie is the test of time'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

'The real test whether the movie has worked or not is when the people remember it five years later. Just like wine and relationships, the same is true for movies.'

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

With introduction of double-decked Airbus A380, the whole first class space has undergone transformation.

Olympic roof rises at last

Olympic roof rises at last

Rediff.com11 May 2004

The first of two arches that will hold an 18,000 tonne steel and carbon panel roof above the stadium in an Athens suburb began its centimetre by centimetre journey into position. \n\n

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Tailored luxury experiences with the most minute of details charted out for discerning travellers is the way forward, says Nikita Puri.

The truth about India's ease of doing business claim

The truth about India's ease of doing business claim

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

'The recalculated ranking showed India should have had a higher ranking earlier (113 in 2012 instead of 132) and lower ranking later (114 in 2018 instead of 100).' 'This would mean that there has been no change in India's climate of doing business across two regimes.' 'This is exactly consistent with the reality on the ground,' observes Debashis Basu.

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

How to leave a corporate job and start a dream cafe

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Radhika Shastry left her job, moved to the Nilgiris and opened a cute caf -- and she's cooking quite a meal of it.

8 Tips to Get Rid of a Headache

8 Tips to Get Rid of a Headache

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Missing meals, eating at odd times, and other poor dietary practices are all tell-tale causes of that dull, throbbing sensation in your head, says nutritionist and wellness coach Pooja Bhargava.

'Hungry' Sharapova wants to win trophies, sangria can certainly wait

'Hungry' Sharapova wants to win trophies, sangria can certainly wait

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

With a career Grand Slam of major titles and a sweet-making business, Maria Sharapova dismissed the idea of staying at home and having a drink.

Dominant India make it 12 in a row!

Dominant India make it 12 in a row!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

A dominant India bulldozed Bangladesh by an innings and 46 runs in their first ever day-night Test with the pink ball to record their 12th home series win in a row.

These foods will improve your sex life

These foods will improve your sex life

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

It's your diet that holds the key to a fulfilling sex life. Boost libido by changing what you eat.

Step aside, Johnnie! Jane Walker whisky to celebrate women

Step aside, Johnnie! Jane Walker whisky to celebrate women

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Many women find the re-branding effort patronising as opposed to inviting. Social media has already started ripping the campaign to shreds.

Explained: How India can resurrect NAM

Explained: How India can resurrect NAM

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

'Instead of writing NAM's obituary, India should reinvent it,' suggests Dr Rup Narayan Das.

5 SUPER COOL courses you should pursue in 2020

5 SUPER COOL courses you should pursue in 2020

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Did you know that ethical hackers earn anything between Rs 800 to Rs 1,000 per hour?

TN's Technocrat Finance Minister Faces First Test

TN's Technocrat Finance Minister Faces First Test

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Finance Minister P T R Palanivel Thiagarajan has proclaimed his determination to set Tamil Nadu's fiscal house in order in five years, and Friday will show how he plans to go about it when he rises to present the Stalin government's maiden budget, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

'Biden's promise of returning to 'normalcy' after Trump appears to mean that the same old politicians, who are responsible for the 'endless wars' in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, are being brought out of the woodwork after four years,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.