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Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Serena, Thiem through to Round 3

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Serena, Thiem through to Round 3

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Images from Day 3 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Andy Murray has lost the world number two spot to Roger Federer in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday, after his defeat to Novak Djokovic in the Madrid Masters final.

India link in 18-point US plan to hold China accountable

India link in 18-point US plan to hold China accountable

Rediff.com15 May 2020

A top United States senator has unveiled an 18-point plan, including enhancing military ties with India, to hold the Chinese government accountable for its "lies, deception, and cover-ups" that ultimately led to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

US scholars coming to learn ayurveda's power

US scholars coming to learn ayurveda's power

Rediff.com16 Jan 2010

A high-powered US delegation of top-notch American educators and researchers from six major medical schools, including Harvard, Johns Hopkins and Georgetown, will visit India on an ayurveda study-tour that could possibly lead to the incorporation of this ancient herbal remedies in the US medical curricula.

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

List of men's singles champions at Wimbledon:

'US working very hard to solve Kashmir imbroglio'

'US working very hard to solve Kashmir imbroglio'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

American Senator John McCain, ranking Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee and erstwhile presidential nominee, has said he is aware that the Obama administration is working very hard to help resolve the Kashmir imbroglio, sans any US mediation of the issue between India and Pakistan.

Kollam fire tragedy: Death toll rises to 114

Kollam fire tragedy: Death toll rises to 114

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

With a 40-year-old man succumbing to injuries at a hospital in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday, the toll in the temple firework tragedy in Kollam rose to 114.

Pak, Afghan, India 'must cooperate': Kerry

Pak, Afghan, India 'must cooperate': Kerry

Rediff.com9 Dec 2009

India, Pakistan and Afghanistan must cooperate with each other to reduce violence in the region, a powerful US Senator and President Barack Obama's key foreign policy aid said on Wednesday.

UK park stabbing spree that killed 3 declared terrorist attack

UK park stabbing spree that killed 3 declared terrorist attack

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

A lone attacker, believed to be a Libyan refugee, went on a stabbing spree in a busy park in the southern English city of Reading, killing three people and injuring three others, the deadliest terrorist incident to strike Britain since 2017 London Bridge attack.

PIX: Anderson beats Djokovic again in Laver Cup

PIX: Anderson beats Djokovic again in Laver Cup

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

Kevin Anderson took down Novak Djokovic for a second straight night as Team World rallied to win the final two matches and reel Team Europe's lead back to 7-5 after the second day of the Laver Cup in Chicago.

Will there be a change of guard at Australian Open?

Will there be a change of guard at Australian Open?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Change might be afoot though, according to American great John McEnroe

Trump picks Lt Gen McMaster as new national security adviser

Trump picks Lt Gen McMaster as new national security adviser

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

"He's a man of tremendous talent and tremendous experience," said Trump of his new appointment.

PHOTOS: Serena joins in Wimbledon drills from afar

PHOTOS: Serena joins in Wimbledon drills from afar

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

As the first day's play got under way, she posted a video clip on Instagram of her pounding backhands on a clay court despite being absent from the tour since winning the Australian Open in January as she is expecting her first child.

Soon you can taste the thunder overseas!

Soon you can taste the thunder overseas!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

India's largest cola brand Thums Up to make international debut in March

US says Pak Taliban chief Fazlullah killed in drone strike

US says Pak Taliban chief Fazlullah killed in drone strike

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

The TTP, however, did not confirm the death of its chief in the drone strike.

NJ governor lauds Chivukula for Pravasi Samman

NJ governor lauds Chivukula for Pravasi Samman

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

Indian-American lawmaker of New Jersey general assembly Upendra J Chivukula has been felicitated by his peers and the state Governor for receving the prestigious 'Pravasi Bharatiya Samman'.

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'The government has said it has kept its powder dry to fight the true battle against the debilitating influence of the pandemic.' 'The release of the shocking economic data this week should act as the fuse for using that powder now.' 'Further delays will make the battle that much harder,' notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Football transfers: Bayern Munich sign MLS teenager Davies in record deal

Football transfers: Bayern Munich sign MLS teenager Davies in record deal

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey says he has yet to reach an agreement with the Premier League club about his future. The Wales international, who joined the club in 2008, is in the final year of his contract.

Why Cahill wants to leave EPL champions Chelsea

Why Cahill wants to leave EPL champions Chelsea

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

England centre back Gary Cahill is so frustrated by a lack of first-team football at Chelsea that he wants to leave the club in an attempt to safeguard his international place at the European Championship in the summer.

Sports Shorts: Ferrari extend Leclerc's contract until 2024

Sports Shorts: Ferrari extend Leclerc's contract until 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

New York: Police foil terror plot, arrest 3

New York: Police foil terror plot, arrest 3

Rediff.com2 Jun 2007

They to set off explosions in a fuel line connected to John F Kennedy airport and also running through residential areas.

Vote: Who will be crowned ISL champs? Bengaluru FC or Chennaiyin FC?

Vote: Who will be crowned ISL champs? Bengaluru FC or Chennaiyin FC?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Chennaiyin FC stand in the way as Bengaluru FC, the model club of Indian football, seek a triumphant conclusion to what has been a remarkable maiden campaign in the Indian Super League, in Bengaluru on Saturday.

Briton Boulter part of Aus Open history, and it's an LOL moment

Briton Boulter part of Aus Open history, and it's an LOL moment

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Wins deciding set shootout after premature celebration. The Briton, who overcame dual Grand Slam semi-finalist Ekaterina Makarova, thought she had won the first round match after reaching seven points in the third set tiebreak and celebrated accordingly.

Sports Shorts: Tiger undergoes back surgery; Former England defender Ehiogu dies

Sports Shorts: Tiger undergoes back surgery; Former England defender Ehiogu dies

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.

India's first NBA draft pick Satnam fails dope test

India's first NBA draft pick Satnam fails dope test

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

'Mr. Bhamara would like to state that he was and remains a clean competitor and has always played basketball fairly'

How we can DEFEAT COVID-19

How we can DEFEAT COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

'If people are not cooperating and do not follow policies laid down by the government or follow scientific infection control management, then all will be lost.'

Who needs Ferrari? Italy has Molinari

Who needs Ferrari? Italy has Molinari

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Francesco Molinari was only half joking when he said his stunning British Open victory might make the headlines back home - as long Ferrari had not won the Grand Prix in Hockenheim.

US lawmakers agree on Climate Bill agenda

US lawmakers agree on Climate Bill agenda

Rediff.com11 Dec 2009

Sending encouraging signal to the rest of the world, a bipartisan group of powerful US Senators on Friday agreed on a framework for a climate change bill.

5 reasons why claycourt king Nadal is favourite to regain Paris throne

5 reasons why claycourt king Nadal is favourite to regain Paris throne

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Nadal has turned back the clock to sweep through the European claycourt season with titles in Monte Carlo, Barcelona and Madrid and is a daunting obstacle for anyone with genuine title ambitions.

Varun, Shah Rukh, Aamir: When actors SURPRISED us!

Varun, Shah Rukh, Aamir: When actors SURPRISED us!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

Were these actors offbeat or off the mark?

Johnson's suspension of parliament unlawful: UK SC

Johnson's suspension of parliament unlawful: UK SC

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Johnson suspended, or prorogued, parliament for five weeks earlier this month, saying it was to allow for a Queen's Speech to outline policies of his new government.

Why did the British suck up to the Chinese?

Why did the British suck up to the Chinese?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

'The "Hollandisation" of British policy may not bring the expected gains as the future may show,' says Claude Arpi.

'Some of the best things in cinema are happening in India'

'Some of the best things in cinema are happening in India'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

'Of the people here in Europe who have watched The Story of Film: A New Generation, the most talked-about clip is the one from Ram Leela.'

After Trump snub, US increases defence ties with India

After Trump snub, US increases defence ties with India

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

'The US and India continue to use their deepening relationship to build new partnerships within and beyond the Indo-Pacific.'

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

EXPECT more Federer magic at US Open

EXPECT more Federer magic at US Open

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

American great John McEnroe expects Roger Federer's sensational comeback season to continue in New York when the US Open kicks off on Monday.

37 killed in Taliban attack on Kandahar airport

37 killed in Taliban attack on Kandahar airport

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

Officials said the militants targeted residential areas and held hostages.

ISL: Chennaiyin FC break NorthEast jinx

ISL: Chennaiyin FC break NorthEast jinx

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Defending champions Chennaiyin FC broke their Guwahati jinks with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over NorthEast United FC in an absorbing Hero Indian Super League clash at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, in Guwahati, on Thursday.

McCarron accuses Mickelson of cheating

McCarron accuses Mickelson of cheating

Rediff.com30 Jan 2010

Emotions ran high at the San Diego Open on Friday when Phil Mickelson was accused of cheating by fellow American Scott McCarron and double major winner John Daly said he was quitting the game.

ICC Cricket Committee recommends DRS for T20 Internationals

ICC Cricket Committee recommends DRS for T20 Internationals

Rediff.com25 May 2017

The ICC Cricket Committee chaired by India's head coach Anil Kumble made a host of recommendations at its annual meeting with the notable ones being the use of DRS for all T20 Internationals.