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Soccer briefs: Real's Modric, Marcelo risk missing PSG visit through injury

Soccer briefs: Real's Modric, Marcelo risk missing PSG visit through injury

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

EPL: Late Rooney penalty rescues draw for Everton at Brighton

EPL: Late Rooney penalty rescues draw for Everton at Brighton

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

The hosts had looked on course to take all three points from a drab match when Anthony Knockaert pounced on a loose ball and fired home eight minutes from full-time.

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The ICC Annual Conference 2014 - world cricket's biggest annual gathering - will take place in Australia for the first time in its history after Melbourne was awarded the right to host the event.

ISL: NorthEast United play out 1-1 draw with Mumbai City FC

ISL: NorthEast United play out 1-1 draw with Mumbai City FC

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

NorthEast United FC played out a 1-1 draw against Mumbay City FC in an inconsequential Hero Indian Super League match to end at the bottom position.

UK court denies Mallya nod to appeal extradition

UK court denies Mallya nod to appeal extradition

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

'The appellant (Mallya) has five business days to apply for oral consideration. If a renewal application is made, it will be listed before a high court judge and dealt with at a hearing,' a spokesperson for the UK judiciary said.

BCCI secretary tears down COA chief Rai over Lodha reforms

BCCI secretary tears down COA chief Rai over Lodha reforms

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

'Vinod Rai has been complete failure in implementing Lodha reforms'

Review: X-Men Apocalypse is a silly '80s spectacular

Review: X-Men Apocalypse is a silly '80s spectacular

Rediff.com20 May 2016

In a world now over-stuffed with comic-book movies, X-Men: Apocalypse is far from being the finest movie yet may well rank among the most comic-booky, feels Raja Sen.

India to remain in lockdown till May 3, announces PM Modi

India to remain in lockdown till May 3, announces PM Modi

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

In a nearly 25-minute televised address to the nation, Modi said implementation of the lockdown will be strictly ensured in its second phase and detailed guidelines will be brought out on Wednesday to ensure that outbreak does not spread to new areas.

Centre's lockdown plan: Red, Orange and Green zones

Centre's lockdown plan: Red, Orange and Green zones

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

It is likely the government will divide the country into different zones during the proposed extended period of lockdown and might permit a few services to function in safe zones.

918 COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths reported in 24 hrs

918 COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths reported in 24 hrs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

While the number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 7,409, as many as 764 people have been cured and discharged, and one had migrated, it said. Of the total 273 deaths, Maharashtra tops the tally with 127 fatalities, followed by Madhya Pradesh at 36, Gujarat at 22 and Delhi at 19.

Naga peace process: What next?

Naga peace process: What next?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

'NSCN-IM leader Muivah warns that the NSCN-IM has come very close to an honourable solution to the peace process with the Government of India, but if it does not materialise, then the Nagas will go away so far that it would be difficult to bring them back to the negotiating table easily,' note Sandeep Pandey and Meera Sanghamitra.

Kashyap's Olympic dream ends

Kashyap's Olympic dream ends

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

Still grappling with a knee injury, Commonwealth Games gold medal-winning shuttler P Kashyap's chances of qualifying for the Olympics have all but ended as he has been forced to withdraw from this month's Malaysia Super Series Premier and Singapore Open.

The goal-making potential of long throw-ins

The goal-making potential of long throw-ins

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Long throw-ins a perfect secret set-piece weapon

GST deadlock continues over high sea taxes

GST deadlock continues over high sea taxes

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

The next meeting of the GST Council on January 16 would discuss the issue of jurisdiction over assessees as well as try to reach a finality on taxation of territorial waters

Wayde van Niekerk: He's the champ!

Wayde van Niekerk: He's the champ!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Wayde van Niekerk retained his world 400 metres title in dominant fashion on Tuesday as he stormed to victory in 43.98 seconds but there was almost as much interest in the empty lane alongside him where Botswana's Isaac Makwala should have been.

Transfer watch: City sign Laporte for club-record fee; Gunner Giroud joins Chelsea

Transfer watch: City sign Laporte for club-record fee; Gunner Giroud joins Chelsea

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Manchester City have signed French central defender Aymeric Laporte from Spanish club Athletic Bilbao, the Premier League leaders said on Tuesday.

Should there be a calamity levy?

Should there be a calamity levy?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Experts have flagged issues regarding the levying of new cess/tax, especially those related to complications in administering the cess.

PHOTOS: Modi govt signs historic Naga peace accord

PHOTOS: Modi govt signs historic Naga peace accord

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

With an aim of ending insurgency in Nagaland, the government on Monday signed an accord with key outfit Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isaac-Muivah which Prime Minister Narendra Modi described as a "historic" step to usher in peace in the state.

Don't mock India's scientific past!

Don't mock India's scientific past!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

It is important to approach the belief of people in ancient India's achievements with a sense of proportion, balance and empathy, argues B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

In a first, Modi to deliver inaugural address at Ficci AGM

In a first, Modi to deliver inaugural address at Ficci AGM

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

It's seen as a signal that he wants to engage with India Inc at a time when the economy has started looking up.

Kerala: Over 4 lakh still in relief camps; 3 lakh houses cleaned

Kerala: Over 4 lakh still in relief camps; 3 lakh houses cleaned

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

The CM urged all Malayalis to donate one month salary to rebuild the state, where the death toll has now touched 302.

EPL: Southampton's Austin sinks Burnley, Watford beat 'Boro

EPL: Southampton's Austin sinks Burnley, Watford beat 'Boro

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Southampton's rich vein of form in the Premier League continued as they beat Burnley 3-1 with two goals from Charlie Austin on Sunday while another promoted side, Middlesbrough, fared just as poorly, losing 1-0 at home to Watford.

'Kerala may have suffered losses of around Rs 20,000 crore'

'Kerala may have suffered losses of around Rs 20,000 crore'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

Kerala has seen one of the worst floods in its history during this monsoon. From August 8 to 20, nearly 223 people have lost their lives, 33 are missing and around 1.2 million individuals from 3,02,441 families are in 3,941 relief camps. Initial losses are estimated to be around Rs 200 billion (Rs 20,000 crore). With the rescue measures in its last leg, the Kerala government is looking at raising funds to rebuild the state. In an interaction with Gireesh Babu and T E Narasimhan, Kerala Finance Minister T M Thomas Isaac says he has a three-pronged strategy to raise funds. Edited Excerpts.

Former NZ captain Crowe slams controversial ICC revamp plan

Former NZ captain Crowe slams controversial ICC revamp plan

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Former New Zealand captain Martin Crowe joined the chorus calling for the withdrawal of the controversial proposal to revamp the ICC piloted by India, England and Australia, despite his country's Board's support to the plan.

Decision on GST rate not before next month

Decision on GST rate not before next month

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

The GST Council, that includes representatives of all states, will meet again on November 3-4 to decide on the tax rates

How to be a mixologist and not just a bartender

How to be a mixologist and not just a bartender

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Tips from the best-known Indian mixologists.

La Liga: Atletico's loss steers Barcelona closer to title

La Liga: Atletico's loss steers Barcelona closer to title

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

Barcelona moved ever closer towards a successful defence of their La Liga title after nearest challengers Atletico Madrid suffered a shock late collapse at struggling Sporting Gijon to lose 2-1 on Saturday.

GST council clears draft compensation bill

GST council clears draft compensation bill

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Inching towards rolling out of GST, the GST Council on Saturday approved a law to compensate states for any loss of revenue from the implementation of the new national sales tax but deferred approval for enabling laws to next meeting.

Diamond League PIX: Farah wins final track race after rival trio collide

Diamond League PIX: Farah wins final track race after rival trio collide

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

World champion Muktar Edris, who beat Farah at the World Championships in London two weeks ago, was among the trio left sprawled on the track in the Briton's wake as Farah dived over the line.

SAG Awards: Nicole Kidman, Gary Oldman, Frances McDormand win

SAG Awards: Nicole Kidman, Gary Oldman, Frances McDormand win

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Pictures from the starry night.

ISL: FC Goa register third straight win, drub NorthEast United

ISL: FC Goa register third straight win, drub NorthEast United

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

FC Goa registered their third win on the trot at home as they drubbed NorthEast United FC 3-0 to jump to second place in the Hero Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday.

What next will Modi and his ministers come up with?

What next will Modi and his ministers come up with?

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Are our ministers having fun at our expense? Any other explanation would suggest 'we are ruled by men whose judgement you cannot trust and whose grasp of reality is questionable,' says Karan Thapar.

Former Olympic champ says his new name is Caitlyn!

Former Olympic champ says his new name is Caitlyn!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Former Olympic athlete and reality TV star Bruce Jenner, who is transitioning to life as a woman.

Will Barca's Champions League exit hit their La Liga bid?

Will Barca's Champions League exit hit their La Liga bid?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique fears his side's shock elimination from the Champions League could disturb their bid to retain the La Liga title as they host Valencia on Sunday looking for a first win in four league games.

Review: Money Ratnam is an unpretentious entertainer

Review: Money Ratnam is an unpretentious entertainer

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

What would happen if you get a bagful of money and do not see the real owner around? Go watch Fahadh Faasil's Money Ratnam to find out the answer.

How GST changed Indian politics

How GST changed Indian politics

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Shadow of elections may overshadow political consensus at GST Council meetings.

Dope-tainted Kenya could be banned from Rio Olympics

Dope-tainted Kenya could be banned from Rio Olympics

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

IAAF chief Sebastian Coe has reportedly made the comment because Kenya, which topped the medals table at the 2015 world championships in Beijing, has had more than 40 athletes banned for doping in the past three years

Netanyahu celebrates surprise electoral landslide in Israel

Netanyahu celebrates surprise electoral landslide in Israel

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party has claimed a stunning victory in the election.

EPL: Can nets 'one of the great Liverpool goals' for top-four push

EPL: Can nets 'one of the great Liverpool goals' for top-four push

Rediff.com2 May 2017

A game that had been meandering along amid much mediocrity came to life on the stroke of halftime when Can's extraordinary overhead scissors kick from Lucas's chipped through ball rocketed into the top corner.

Abducted Israeli teens found dead in West Bank

Abducted Israeli teens found dead in West Bank

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Israel has found the bodies of the three missing teenagers buried in a grave in southern West Bank, just over two weeks after their kidnapping allegedly by Hamas, and vowed to make the Islamist movement pay for their deaths.