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In first, Champions League game to have female referee

In first, Champions League game to have female referee

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

She oversaw her first Europa League game in October when Leicester City hosted Zorya Luhansk.

Benfica, Young Boys reach Champions League group stage

Benfica, Young Boys reach Champions League group stage

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

With the away goals rule no longer in place this season, PSV missed a string of chances to force extra time with Eran Zahavi hitting the crossbar from three metres with the goal at his mercy in the 62nd minute.

At 21, hijabi model Halima Aden turns designer

At 21, hijabi model Halima Aden turns designer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

The Somali-American model is making the right career choices.

2 Indians among 39 killed in Turkey terror attack

2 Indians among 39 killed in Turkey terror attack

Rediff.com1 Jan 2017

The gunman, believed to have been dressed in a Santa costume, opened fire inside the Reina nightclub in Istanbul's Ortaky district, where hundreds were celebrating the New Year.

Mbappe breaks Messi's record

Mbappe breaks Messi's record

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Becomes youngest player to reach 20 Champions League goals.

Turkey to host Champions League final in August

Turkey to host Champions League final in August

Rediff.com6 May 2020

Turkey plans to host the Champions League final in August, the head of its football federation said on Wednesday, after it was postponed by the global coronavirus pandemic. Two months ago European soccer's governing body UEFA indefinitely postponed the final, which had been scheduled to be played in Istanbul in May.

Dear Modiji, an Indian's SoS from Turkey

Dear Modiji, an Indian's SoS from Turkey

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'Kindly have us airlifted at the earliest. We are in a very bad situation here.'

Chelsea outclass Real Madrid, face City in Champions League final

Chelsea outclass Real Madrid, face City in Champions League final

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Thirteen-times European champions Real, who had come through each of their last three Champions League semi-final ties, had been second best for much last week's first leg which ended 1-1.

Aahana's awesome Turkish treat

Aahana's awesome Turkish treat

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Turkey and Rumi: What a holiday for the Lipstick In A Burkha actress.

Arsenal's Ozil moving to Fenerbahce?

Arsenal's Ozil moving to Fenerbahce?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

Ozil, who is one of the highest-paid players at Arsenal, is out of contract at the end of the season. But the club is looking to offload players in January to trim the squad.

Football: Ronaldo recovers from COVID-19 infection

Football: Ronaldo recovers from COVID-19 infection

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

PSG's Neymar out until at least mid-November says Tuchel

'It really feels good to win a gold medal for my country'

'It really feels good to win a gold medal for my country'

Rediff.com23 May 2022

'I was the only Indian boxer in the final and I badly wanted to win gold for my country.' 'When the referee raised my hand and I was declared the winner, I could not stop the tears rolling down.'

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Mahsa Amini's tragic custodial death in Tehran has triggered protests across Iran. Defiant, jean clad women minus their tunics and hijabs are marching in unison and shouting 'Down with the dictator' Women in Iran have been pushed to the wall and are no longer willing to abide by the restrictions placed on them, explains Rashme Sehgal.

No Afghan will be asked to leave India without MHA's approval

No Afghan will be asked to leave India without MHA's approval

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

The MHA's decision came about a fortnight after the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan and many Afghans arriving in India fearing retribution from that country's new rulers.

Ex-IAS officer Shah Faesal booked under PSA

Ex-IAS officer Shah Faesal booked under PSA

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

Faesal, who has been under detention after scrapping of Jammu and Kashmir's special status, was booked under the PSA on Friday night, according to the sources.

Champions League last 8: It's Bayern v PSG, Real Madrid v Liverpool

Champions League last 8: It's Bayern v PSG, Real Madrid v Liverpool

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Runaway Premier League leaders Manchester City will play Borussia Dortmund with the winners to face either Bayern or PSG in the semi-finals.

Taunted for wearing shorts, Nikhat is now toast of the town

Taunted for wearing shorts, Nikhat is now toast of the town

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'Today's result has changed them, not just people in our community but for entire India, it's an inspiration. For a girl of Muslim community to do so well, it gives others, not just our community, confidence that our girls can also do this.'

Ozil moves from Arsenal to Fenerbahce

Ozil moves from Arsenal to Fenerbahce

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

The 32-year-old World Cup-winner, who was among the highest-paid players at the London club, has not played since March.

'I can't breathe:' Jamal Khashoggi's last words

'I can't breathe:' Jamal Khashoggi's last words

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

Khashoggi, a Saudi journalist, suffocated to death while his head was covered with a plastic bag -- according to the head of investigations at the Turkish Daily Sabah newspaper.

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

WC qualifiers: Netherlands win in Latvia; Wales draw with Czechs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Round-up of World Cup qualifiers played on Friday

Photos! 8 stunning mosques from across the world

Photos! 8 stunning mosques from across the world

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Presenting Part 1 of our series.

Hamilton's road to his seventh title, race by race

Hamilton's road to his seventh title, race by race

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

The Mercedes driver, with a record 94 wins, is the most successful Formula One driver of all time. The following details his progression to the 2020 title.

Turkish prosecutor seeks 12-year jail term for Barcelona's Turan

Turkish prosecutor seeks 12-year jail term for Barcelona's Turan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Turan has been accused of sexual harassment, unlicensed possession of weapons and causing intentional injury over the fight with singer Berkay Sahin, Anadolu news agency said.

The coup is a gift from god: Turkish president

The coup is a gift from god: Turkish president

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

Following an attempt to overthrow his government, Turkish President Recep Erdogan has ordered the arrest of over 2,000 people.

#ThrowbackThursday: Can you identify this film?

#ThrowbackThursday: Can you identify this film?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

It's #ThrowbackThursday time and the perfect opportunity to look at some fabulous flashback filmi pictures on social media.

Joshi, Bhagat shine in Spanish Para Badminton

Joshi, Bhagat shine in Spanish Para Badminton

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

India bagged as many as 21 medals at the Spanish Para Badminton International in Cartagena, Spain.

PIX: Hamilton takes seventh F1 title with a win in Turkey

PIX: Hamilton takes seventh F1 title with a win in Turkey

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Hamilton already had more race wins, pole positions and podium finishes than any other driver in the history of the sport.

Pak allows Modi's plane to fly over its airspace

Pak allows Modi's plane to fly over its airspace

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

India requested Pakistan to let Modi's aircraft fly over its airspace to Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan.

Photos! World's smallest tea party

Photos! World's smallest tea party

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

These pics will bring back fond memories of your childhood.

Messi, Ronaldo to renew rivalry as Barca face Juve

Messi, Ronaldo to renew rivalry as Barca face Juve

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Defending champions Bayern Munich must face Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid after they were drawn together in Champions League Group A alongside Salzburg and Lokomotiv Moscow.

Trump says Saudi prince vows 'full' probe into missing journalist

Trump says Saudi prince vows 'full' probe into missing journalist

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Trump tweeted that the Saudi Crown Prince "told me that he has already started, and will rapidly expand, a full and complete investigation into this matter. Answers will be forthcoming shortly."

IndiGo hikes fees for cancellation by Rs 500

IndiGo hikes fees for cancellation by Rs 500

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

The carrier said for domestic flights the fees for cancellation and changes would now be Rs 3,500 and Rs 3,000 respectively, if it was done within three days of the flight's departure. Before this announcement, IndiGo charged a flat rate of Rs 3,000 and Rs 2,500 for cancellation and detail changes on domestic tickets.

Champions League final can wait, Guardiola's eyes fixed on EPL title

Champions League final can wait, Guardiola's eyes fixed on EPL title

Rediff.com7 May 2021

City need three points to be sure of securing their third title in four years

Drogba eyes more CL glory at Galatasaray

Drogba eyes more CL glory at Galatasaray

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Istanbul club Galatasaray have agreed with Shanghai Shenhua to sign striker Didier Drogba, the club said in a statement to the Istanbul Stock Exchange on Monday.

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The CIA found that 15 Saudi agents flew on government planes to Istanbul and carried out the killing at the Saudi consulate, the report said, adding that it could complicate President Donald Trump's efforts to preserve US ties with one of the closest American allies in the region.

265 dead, 1,440 injured as Turkey coup bid crumbles

265 dead, 1,440 injured as Turkey coup bid crumbles

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

Those killed include 41 police officers, 47 civilians, 2 soldiers, 104 coup plotters.

Saudi likely to admit Khashoggi died during interrogation

Saudi likely to admit Khashoggi died during interrogation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

President Donald Trump talked to the Saudi King, during which the latter flatly denied having any knowledge of the missing journalist.

Tour operators brace for hit after Turkey attack

Tour operators brace for hit after Turkey attack

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

In 2015, 130,000 Indians visited Turkey.

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

As boxer Nikhat Zareen prepares to head to her first World Championships in the 51 kg category, she feels she has plenty in her armoury to go the distance.

Architect designs hotel suspended over cliff in Norway

Architect designs hotel suspended over cliff in Norway

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

A jaw-dropping hotel perched on the side of a cliff will give daredevil guests the chance to quite literally live on the edge.