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Why Aussies face must-win situation against India...

Why Aussies face must-win situation against India...

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The prospect of a depleted Australia team struggling on home pitches against India in the coming summer could add further heat from broadcasters

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

A preview of the line-up action in the English Premier League

Stats dossier: How many Tests has India won in New Zealand?

Stats dossier: How many Tests has India won in New Zealand?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Overall, India enjoy a wonderful against the Kiwis in Tests, having won 18 matches out of 52, but have clinched victory in only five games out of 21 in New Zealand.

Tennis Roundup: Federer survives Medvedev scare in Shanghai

Tennis Roundup: Federer survives Medvedev scare in Shanghai

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Top seed and defending champion Roger Federer battled past in-form Russian Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to reach the last-16 at the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday.

'At 45, he was willing to fight for his country'

'At 45, he was willing to fight for his country'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Such was Brian Close's reputation for bravery that he received a call back to the national team at age 45, to face the fearsome West Indian attack.

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

From memorising things to managing anger, these icons found the perfect way to overcome dyslexia.

Kane Williamson rises to top of Test rankings

Kane Williamson rises to top of Test rankings

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Kane Williamson is the second New Zealand batsman after Glenn Turner to top the ICC Player Rankings for Test batsmen following a man of the match performance in the Hamilton Test against Sri Lanka, which helped the home side win by five wickets and take the series 2-0.

Aguero's inclusion could give City much-needed boost vs Barca

Aguero's inclusion could give City much-needed boost vs Barca

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Manchester City cannot afford another defeat on Tuesday at home to Barcelona, who thumped them 4-0 two weeks ago, having taken just one point from their last two Champions League Group C matches.

Defending champs Djokovic, Williams get top billing at Australian Open

Defending champs Djokovic, Williams get top billing at Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Reigning champions Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams have been named top seeds for the Australian Open starting on Monday.

Your Favourite Oscar Speech? VOTE!

Your Favourite Oscar Speech? VOTE!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Heartfelt, sharp, aware, bright, and sincere, these are the best speeches from the show.

Style or substance? Which way will Trump's visit go?

Style or substance? Which way will Trump's visit go?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

With a decelerating economy that weakens India's hands on geopolitical issues, it will be interesting to know which way this trip will go.

Numbers Game: It's 'Mission Impossible' for the Kiwis

Numbers Game: It's 'Mission Impossible' for the Kiwis

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

India have won six ODI series on the trot. New Zealand have never won an ODI series in India.

India says US visa Bill against WTO rules

India says US visa Bill against WTO rules

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

All companies that have 50% or more employees from outside the US to pay a higher visa fee of $10,000 for each such staffer, against $4,500 at present.

Nobel Laureate Raghuram Rajan? We will know on Monday

Nobel Laureate Raghuram Rajan? We will know on Monday

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Though Nobel Prize nominations have been a secret for 50 years, speculation abounds over the contenders for this year's prize in economics.

Mr Verma comes to India

Mr Verma comes to India

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Richard Rahul Verma, the first Indian American to serve as US Ambassador to New delhi, quips that surviving the first month in India is his first goal.

Clough guides Sheffield United to FA Cup semis

Clough guides Sheffield United to FA Cup semis

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

English third-tier club Sheffield United kept alive their FA Cup dream on Sunday when two goals in as many minutes gave them a 2-0 victory over Charlton Athletic and a place in the semi-finals.

Hope Trump will overcome Chinese hurdle in India's NSG bid: Verma

Hope Trump will overcome Chinese hurdle in India's NSG bid: Verma

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

"This is something we will keep working on together. We strongly support India's accession in the NSG," he said.

Review: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is too preachy

Review: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is too preachy

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel loses the plot somewhere in the first 15 minutes, says Nishi Tiwari.

Leicester City owner, four others killed in helicopter crash

Leicester City owner, four others killed in helicopter crash

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The father of four and founder of duty-free King Power International was a huge favourite with the club's fans.

Davis Cup: Maradona's presence fails to inspire Argentina

Davis Cup: Maradona's presence fails to inspire Argentina

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Raucous home support for holders Argentina did not make up for the absence of Juan Martin del Potro and Federico Delbonis on Friday as they fell 2-0 behind to Italy in the first round of the Davis Cup.

Anand struggles but India's youngsters shine at Isle of Man chess

Anand struggles but India's youngsters shine at Isle of Man chess

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Former World champion Viswanathan Anand struggled for the second day running as he was held to a draw by almost-retired Robert Hess of the United States in the second round of Isle of Man International Chess tournament.

How much do you know about World Cup batting records?

How much do you know about World Cup batting records?

Rediff.com29 May 2019

In a three part series, Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers from cricket World Cups held between 1975 to 2015.

Indian Super League: Injury-time goal gives Delhi win over Kolkata

Indian Super League: Injury-time goal gives Delhi win over Kolkata

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Brazilian striker Gustavo dos Santos struck an injury-time goal as Delhi Dynamos beat defending champions Atletico de Kolkata by a solitary goal in a closely-fought Indian Super League match.

Islamic State killer identified as Mohammed Emwazi from London

Islamic State killer identified as Mohammed Emwazi from London

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

IS executioner known as 'Jihadi John' was revealed to be a university graduate from London

Senate confirms Kenneth Juster as US ambassador to India

Senate confirms Kenneth Juster as US ambassador to India

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

Juster, 62, is an old India hand who played a key role in the landmark Indo-US civil nuclear deal.

The Favourite is the favourite at BAFTAs

The Favourite is the favourite at BAFTAs

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Yorgos Lanthimos's royal drama has 12 nominations!

Milestone for Misbah, Pakistan sniff victory

Milestone for Misbah, Pakistan sniff victory

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq equalled Viv Richards's record for the fasTest Test century while his team stood six wickets away from a memorable 2-0 series win against Australia on Sunday.

'This is a process of reconstructing almost from scratch, building a relationship with that important nation in the world, India'

'This is a process of reconstructing almost from scratch, building a relationship with that important nation in the world, India'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

'I would urge my Indian friends to look at how significant the overall support was.'

Priyanka stars in Valentine's Day movie

Priyanka stars in Valentine's Day movie

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Isn't It Romantic is about a New York woman hit on the head during a mugging. The impact leaves her feeling that she is in a rom-com.

Davis Cup: Federer, Wawrinka put Switzerland ahead versus Serbia

Davis Cup: Federer, Wawrinka put Switzerland ahead versus Serbia

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

Switzerland took advantage of Novak Djokovic's absence to open a 2-0 lead over last year's runners-up Serbia in their Davis Cup tie on Friday with Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka winning their singles rubbers.

Terrorist attacks like Uri escalate tensions: US after surgical strikes

Terrorist attacks like Uri escalate tensions: US after surgical strikes

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

Responding to questions, Kirby called for de-escalation of tension between the two countries. "We've seen those reports (of Indian surgical attack), we're following the situation closely as I think you can understand. "We also understand that the Indian and Pakistani militaries have been in communication," he said. "We believe that continued communication is obviously important to reduce tensions.

Pak, China, Afghanistan dominated NSA Doval-US Defense Secy meet: Official

Pak, China, Afghanistan dominated NSA Doval-US Defense Secy meet: Official

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

Presence of terror safe havens in Pakistan, aggressive Chinese behaviour and the Afghanistan situation dominated last month's meeting between James Mattis and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval

Pressure on Pak to crack down on terror has to be kept up: US envoy

Pressure on Pak to crack down on terror has to be kept up: US envoy

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

US Ambassador Richard Verma said there was a need to strengthen democracy in Pakistan while putting pressure on the country to tackle terrorism and bring to book perpetrators of terror attacks.

Judi Dench: I love being in Rajasthan

Judi Dench: I love being in Rajasthan

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

"I love being in Rajasthan and am doubly happy that I have been able to come so soon after doing the The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 's first version. I would like to go to Udaipur again and see how the lakes are there now," Judi Dench, who has been shooting in Jaipur for the sequel of her hit film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, says. P B Chandra reports.

The Looming Tower: How 9/11 happened

The Looming Tower: How 9/11 happened

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

The Looming Tower reveals the bitter CIA-FBI turf battles that led to the worst terrorist attack in America's history.

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'We are writing to respectfully ask you to abandon the Adani Group's proposal in Queensland's Galilee Basin...Pollution from burning coal was the single biggest driver of global warming, threatening life in Australia, India and all over the world'

Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

90 prominent Australians warn Indian energy giant Adani that its controversial coal mine project in Queensland could damage bilateral ties and even affect sporting links.

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:

Jaya interacting, progressing gradually: Hospital

Jaya interacting, progressing gradually: Hospital

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

The hospital said she 'continues to be under treatment and observation for all vital parameters, respiratory support and passive physiotherapy'.

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Euro 2016 qualifiers: Ireland secure berth after Walters brace

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Ireland beat Bosnia 2-0 to qualify for their second successive European championship finals on Monday, progressing 3-1 on aggregate after a Jon Walters brace secured a second-leg playoff win at the Aviva Stadium.