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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.

Telco chiefs meet ministers, bemoan Trai's 'killer' moves

Telco chiefs meet ministers, bemoan Trai's 'killer' moves

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Bharti Airtel Chairman and Managing Director Sunil Bharti Mittal, Vodafone Plc CEO Vittorio Colao, Telenor CEO Jon Fredrik Baksaas and Idea Cellular Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla on Wednesday met ministers and senior government officials to present the industry's concerns over telecom regulator Trai's proposals on the auction of spectrum.

Review: G I Joe: Retaliation; Chills and Thrills galore

Review: G I Joe: Retaliation; Chills and Thrills galore

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

The sophisticated action will have twelve-year olds gasping in their seats while the adult audience will be instantly transported to their childhood, says Preeti Arora

Upen Patel listed in World's 100 Sexiest Men

Upen Patel listed in World's 100 Sexiest Men

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

The model-turned-actor features in the '100 sexiest men of the world' list.

From crowds to ghost towns: Before and after coronavirus

From crowds to ghost towns: Before and after coronavirus

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

The world is slowly going into lockdown trying to stop the spread of the dangerous coronavirus disease, leading to cities and famous attractions turning eerily deserted. Many streets, train stations, mass transit systems and restaurants are now eerily empty. You can scarcely avoid seeing images of the emptiness -- the cleared streets and squares of St Petersburg, the missing throngs outside the temples of Kyoto, the abandoned restaurants in most Chinatowns, some of which have had to close. This astonishing moment when the world hit pause on normal life will never be forgotten by those who lived through it. Take a look.

'US economy owes a lot to the immigrants'

'US economy owes a lot to the immigrants'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Republican presidential candidates today vowed to revamp the flawed immigration system of the country, in particular the legal immigration, with onenoting that half of the Fortune 500 companies in US were founded by immigrants.

American boxer Day dies following brutal knockout

American boxer Day dies following brutal knockout

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Day, 27, had been in a coma for four days following his defeat and, despite having emergency brain surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, doctors were unable to save the junior middleweight.

'Mourinho should have apologised...'

'Mourinho should have apologised...'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2015

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho should have apologised to former team doctor Eva Carneiro for his criticism of her, Football Association chairman Greg Dyke has said.

FA Cup: Walters brace helps Stoke win; Sunderland upset

FA Cup: Walters brace helps Stoke win; Sunderland upset

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Jon Walters re-set his radar to score twice in Stoke City's 4-1 extra-time win over Crystal Palace in the FA Cup on Tuesday to make up for his weekend horror show against Chelsea.

The odd, odd world around us!

The odd, odd world around us!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

We truly live in a wonderfully weird world!

Outrage as Republican senator mocks Kamala Harris' name

Outrage as Republican senator mocks Kamala Harris' name

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

The mispronunciation outraged a large number of Harris' supporters and her spokesperson Sabrina Singh said, "I'll keep it simple: If you can pronounce 'former' Senator David Perdue, you can pronounce 'future' Vice President Kamala Harris."

Champions League: Atalanta stun Liverpool; City, Bayern win

Champions League: Atalanta stun Liverpool; City, Bayern win

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Atalanta's Josip Ilicic and Robin Gosens scored quickfire second-half goals to give them a comfortable 2-0 win over a toothless Liverpool

PIX: Valencia dethrone Barca; German double for Bayern

PIX: Valencia dethrone Barca; German double for Bayern

Rediff.com26 May 2019

A summary of Saturday's football action across the world.

Rodney Hogg lashes out at skipper Smith, Cricket Australia

Rodney Hogg lashes out at skipper Smith, Cricket Australia

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Former Australia fast bowler Rodney Hogg has accused skipper Steve Smith of favouritism in team selection, and also ripped apart the selectors for the run of losses in the ongoing ODI series against India.

Iconic 6.5-ounce Coke bottle is history in US

Iconic 6.5-ounce Coke bottle is history in US

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

The Winona Coca-Cola Bottling Comapany has been filling the bottle since it opened in 1932, eighty years ago.

What US Presidential candidates think about Pakistan

What US Presidential candidates think about Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

Republican presidential candidates have criticised Pakistan, calling it one of the most violent and unstable nations but remained sharply divided over whether the US should continue to provide aid to Islamabad.

King's Cup: Bilbao maul Mirandes to reach final

King's Cup: Bilbao maul Mirandes to reach final

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Athletic Bilbao ended tiny Mirandes's remarkable run with a ruthless 6-2 win in their King's Cup semi-final second leg on Tuesday to set up a final with either Barcelona or Valencia.

'Across the country Sikhs are mourning'

'Across the country Sikhs are mourning'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

'Hate and violence are an ever-present threat to us.' 'The community is staying vigilant of their surroundings.'

Golf: Justin Thomas back at No 1 after winning in Memphis

Golf: Justin Thomas back at No 1 after winning in Memphis

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Justin Thomas clinched his 13th PGA Tour victory on Sunday, winning the WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational by a three-stroke margin and claiming the world number-one ranking in the process. Danielle Kang held her nerve to claim a one shot victory over France's Celine Boutier at the Drive On Championship on Sunday, as the LPGA Tour made a dramatic return from a near six-month COVID-19 shutdown.

Cheering for medical heroes fighting COVID-19

Cheering for medical heroes fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Fighting the coronavirus pandemic is hard, in fact it seems impossible. Doctors, nurses, carers and paramedics around the world are facing an unprecedented workload in overstretched health facilities, and with no end in sight. They are working in stressful and frightening work environments, not just because the virus is little understood, but because in most settings they are under-protected, overworked and themselves vulnerable to infection. The risk to doctors, nurses and others on the front lines has become plain: Italy has seen at least 18 doctors with coronavirus die. Spain reported that more than 3,900 health care workers have become infected. In dire times such as these, people are trying their best to show their appreciation to the frontline workers. Here are some images -- from clapping for them to singing for them.. A 'thank you' in any way goes a long way around.

Vote! Who is the sexiest Game of Thrones character?

Vote! Who is the sexiest Game of Thrones character?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Looks like the cast has been abundantly blessed in the looks department.

Game of Thrones in Hindi? Pick YOUR star cast!

Game of Thrones in Hindi? Pick YOUR star cast!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Sakshi Tanwar as Daenerys Targaryen... how do you feel about that?

1st Test, Day 4: Pakistan edge closer to win, Abbas rips through Aussies

1st Test, Day 4: Pakistan edge closer to win, Abbas rips through Aussies

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Pakistan seamer Mohammad Abbas claimed three quick wickets as Australia hobbled their way to 136-3 on Wednesday, chasing a mammoth target of 462 in the first Test in Dubai.

PIX: Priyanka's bold lovemaking scene in Quantico 2

PIX: Priyanka's bold lovemaking scene in Quantico 2

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Season 2 of Priyanka's hit series kicked off on September 26!

Pamela Anderson to play Virgin Mary

Pamela Anderson to play Virgin Mary

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

PIX: McIlroy-Johnson triumph in charity golf match

PIX: McIlroy-Johnson triumph in charity golf match

Rediff.com18 May 2020

A tie-break win for World number one Rory McIlroy and teammate Dustin Johnson at the Driving Relief two-on-two charity skins match Sunday injected suspense to a course absent of fans and applause in the coronavirus era. Wearing microphones that captured their smack talk and frustrations, caddie-less competitors McIlroy and Johnson faced off against Rickie Fowler and Matthew Wolff, carrying their own clubs and adhering to social distancing procedures after undergoing a battery of tests and screenings.

Inside the hotel where Trump and Kim will meet

Inside the hotel where Trump and Kim will meet

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The historic summit between United States President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jon-un that is going to be held on Jun 12 is the talk of the town these days. The Capella Hotel in Singapore was announced to be the official location of the summit. Take a look at this 30 acre luxurious resort where history will be made.

'Titanic is relevant even today'

'Titanic is relevant even today'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Producer Jon Landau talks about converting Titanic in 3D.

AFC Challenge: India thrashed by DPR Korea

AFC Challenge: India thrashed by DPR Korea

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

India's miserable campaign in the AFC Challenge Cup ended with a 0-4 rout by strong contenders DPR Korea in their last league encounter at the Dashrath Stadium, in Kathmandu, on Friday.

Saif to go on paternity leave

Saif to go on paternity leave

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Saif will take a month off, Chef director Raja Krishna Menon confirms to Subhash K Jha.

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

Rediff.com19 May 2018

Thousands of revellers streamed into the town of Windsor, trying to capture their own little piece of the extravaganza that is the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday. Well-wishers flew in from all over the world to get a glimpse of the bride and groom. Some enthusiasts even camped out for six days to get a prime spot to view the newlyweds.

EPL PHOTOS: Spurs back on top but Liverpool fire warning

EPL PHOTOS: Spurs back on top but Liverpool fire warning

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Sunday.

'I didn't realise how big Jungle Book is'

'I didn't realise how big Jungle Book is'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Jahnavi Patel/ Rediff.com chats with Mowgli when he comes to Mumbai.

'N Korea bribed Pak military for nuclear know how'

'N Korea bribed Pak military for nuclear know how'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

North Korea paid several million dollars to top Pakistani Army officials to gain access to secret nuclear technology and sensitive equipments required in manufacturing a nuclear bomb, disgraced nuclear scientist A Q Khan has claimed by releasing a secret letter in this regard, a major American daily has reported.

All CPL players, officials, support staff COVID-19 negative

All CPL players, officials, support staff COVID-19 negative

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Every person was tested 72 hours before they travelled in order to ensure that all members of the party were travelling virus free.

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

EPL PIX: City rout Huddersfield; Deeney inspires Watford

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Sergio Aguero netted his 13th hat-trick for Manchester City as the champions made light of the absence of the injured Kevin De Bruyne to thrash Huddersfield Town 6-1 and move joint top of the Premier League.

Norway Chess: Giri forces Anand into second straight draw

Norway Chess: Giri forces Anand into second straight draw

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Former World champion Viswanathan Anand pushed yet again but could not break the solid defences of Anish Giri of Holland and had to settle for a second straight draw in the Norway chess tournament, a part of the Grand Chess tour.

Australia seek Sri Lanka relief after tumultuous year

Australia seek Sri Lanka relief after tumultuous year

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

Australia finally have the chance to bring some cheers to their fans after an egregious 2018 when Tim Paine's men take on Sri Lanka at the Manuka Oval from Friday with a series victory beckoning the beleaguered hosts.

200 killed in Nigeria's post election violence

200 killed in Nigeria's post election violence

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

At least 200 people have been killed and thousands displaced in post-election violence in Nigeria, a civil rights group said on Wednesday, as the loosing Muslim candidate General Muhammadu Buhari alleged rigging.

From Iron Man to Cowboys And Aliens

From Iron Man to Cowboys And Aliens

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Cowboys And Aliens director Jon Favreau talks about his latest film starring Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford.