News for 'Julie Andrews'

'Arjun Tendulkar can be a match-winning bowler'

'Arjun Tendulkar can be a match-winning bowler'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'I believe Bumrah, Ishant, Shami, Umesh, all four can play in the playing XI.'

Investing in stocks? Key points to remember

Investing in stocks? Key points to remember

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Growth concerns on China, which has already seen the yuan getting devalued twice in August, have rattled global financial markets, including that of India.

10 GREATEST World Cup matches

10 GREATEST World Cup matches

Rediff.com27 May 2019

As the teams gear up for the 2019 World Cup to be held in the UK across 11 venues, here is a look at the 10 greatest matches in the history of the mega-event.

8 killed in New York terror attack, suspect in custody

8 killed in New York terror attack, suspect in custody

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

The suspect, a 29-year-old man identified as Saifullo Saipov, of Uzbek descent, was shot in the stomach before being arrested.

Theresa May to become UK's 2nd woman PM

Theresa May to become UK's 2nd woman PM

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

Theresa May is set to become Britain's next Prime Minister after her internal party Andrea Leadsom dropped out of the Conservative leadership race.

What Ashwini Ponnappa will do after lockdown ends

What Ashwini Ponnappa will do after lockdown ends

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

'Head out!' 'It has been a long time that we have not met family and friends.'
And, run to the court.'

Twitter employee deactivates Trump's account

Twitter employee deactivates Trump's account

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

Twitter initially said the account had been "inadvertently deactivated due to human error", but later indicated it was done intentionally by a departing worker.

The beauty that lies below the water!

The beauty that lies below the water!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The underwater world has never looked so magical, mysterious and mesmerising. These photographs are some of the stunning medal winners in the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2021 contest.

Bridge Of Spies, Carol dominate BAFTA 2016 nominations

Bridge Of Spies, Carol dominate BAFTA 2016 nominations

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

It seems to be a Tom Hanks and Cate Blanchett show all the way!

Does the IOA want to finish Mumbai hockey?

Does the IOA want to finish Mumbai hockey?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'Indian hockey will lose out on one of its most important nurseries of good hockey talent.'

Wimbledon PIX: Federer, Nadal advance; Kerber knocked out

Wimbledon PIX: Federer, Nadal advance; Kerber knocked out

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

IMAGES from the matches played during the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, at Wimbledon in London on Thursday

Saqlain eyeing full-time spin coach role with England

Saqlain eyeing full-time spin coach role with England

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq has called on the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to appoint a full-time spin bowling coach before expressing his desire to fill in the position. The Pakistan off-spinner is currently assisting the England team on a brief consultancy basis, having joined the squad after the two Tests in Bangladesh.

10 stunning shots by British Army's best lensmen

10 stunning shots by British Army's best lensmen

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Sergeant Rupert Frere, who transferred from a role in bomb disposal to become a photographer in the Royal Logistic Corps, won no fewer than five of the professional categories.

All hail the new Spiderman!

All hail the new Spiderman!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

And he is all of 19.

'Preserving human life is most important thing right now'

'Preserving human life is most important thing right now'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

It is the first break in the four-year cycle for the summer Olympics since the 1940 and 1944 Games were cancelled because of World War Two.

2nd T20I: Chop and change on cards as India look for turnaround

2nd T20I: Chop and change on cards as India look for turnaround

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

The hosts took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, which comprise three back-to-back matches in a span of five days.

Beetle mania comes to a close

Beetle mania comes to a close

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Here's capturing the car's 80-year-old legacy, and popularity, in photographs.

Alastair Cook says England ready for Pakistan

Alastair Cook says England ready for Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

England Test skipper Alastair Cook believes his batsmen are well-prepared to deal with Pakistan's fiery attack next month after getting plenty of practice in the middle against a weakened Sri Lanka side.

India tour ideal opportunity for Sri Lanka, says Jayasuriya

India tour ideal opportunity for Sri Lanka, says Jayasuriya

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

Sri Lanka's chairman of selectors Sanath Jayasuriya has said that the hastily-arranged five-match ODI series in India, to be held in early next month, will help the fringe players prove their worth before next year's World Cup.

'Stronger' Trott expects 50th Test cap on Monday

'Stronger' Trott expects 50th Test cap on Monday

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

Jonathan Trott believes his battle against depression has made him stronger and the former bedrock of England's batting lineup is confident of winning his 50th Test cap in Monday's first Test against the West Indies in Antigua.

Davenport heads list of Hall of Fame nominations

Davenport heads list of Hall of Fame nominations

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Former American World No 1 Lindsay Davenport, a winner of three Grand Slam singles titles, headlined the list of nominees up for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Aussie court revokes approval for Adani's Carmichael coal mine

Aussie court revokes approval for Adani's Carmichael coal mine

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The challenge was launched by Mackay Conservation Group in January.

Japan speculates over identity of final Olympic torchbearer

Japan speculates over identity of final Olympic torchbearer

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Olympic organisers say they will not reveal the final torchbearer's identity until the torch arrives in the stadium on live television, watched by billions of spectators.

We are focused on winning a world title: Jhulan

We are focused on winning a world title: Jhulan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Jhulan Goswami said winning a World Cup title remains her ultimate dream

3rd T20: India geared up for do-or-die battle against Australia

3rd T20: India geared up for do-or-die battle against Australia

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

India were in with a very good chance of levelling the series in Melbourne on Friday after reducing Australia to 132 for 7 in 19 overs but rain put paid to their hopes.

VOTE! India's top sportsperson in 2019

VOTE! India's top sportsperson in 2019

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Was it badminton sensation PV Sindhu, who became the first Indian to win the World Championships gold medal? Or is it the young shooting progidy Saurabh Chaudhary? Or his India colleague Elavenil Valarivan, who recently took over as World No 1? What about India's heroes on the cricketing field -- Virat Kohli? Rohit Sharma?

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The Democratic convention to anoint Hillary Clinton as the presidential nominee and make her the first woman flagbearer of any major American political party began on Monday.

Stats: Stanikzai records highest score in ODIs

Stats: Stanikzai records highest score in ODIs

Rediff.com2 Mar 2014

Statistical highlights of the Asia Cup cricket match between Afghanistan and Bangladesh played at the Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium, in Fatullah.

Hold Still: UK lockdown caught on camera

Hold Still: UK lockdown caught on camera

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

After months of anticipation (and 31,000 submissions from the British public), the Britain's Duchess of Cambridge's final selection of images for Hold Still is available to view on the National Portrait Gallery's website. Designed to "capture and document the spirit, the mood, the hopes, the fears and the feelings of the nation" during lockdown, the project brings together 100 moving amateur shots of everything from at-home haircuts to make-shift classrooms; exhausted NHS staffers on duty to dedicated postmen in superhero costumes; pensioners FaceTiming with their grandchildren to mothers cradling their newborn babies. Below, see 22 remarkable images from Hold Still - then head to the The National Portrait Gallery website for the full exhibition.

'The moment is now' for police to change practices: Obama

'The moment is now' for police to change practices: Obama

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

US President Barack Obama has said the deaths of unarmed black men in Missouri and New York show that time has come for police to change practices to build trust in minority communities.

Ireland T20Is: India aim to kick off English summer on winning note

Ireland T20Is: India aim to kick off English summer on winning note

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The games will mark the onset of a long summer for the Indian team, with sterner tests against England to follow this short series in Malahide on the outskirts of Dublin.

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

How Samsung plans to regain the top slot in India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

After the government backtracked on its plan to impose Customs duty on pricier components, Samsung has decided to begin production of key mobile parts in Noida from April.

Root records 1000 Test runs for second successive year

Root records 1000 Test runs for second successive year

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Riding on Joe Root's ton and Moeen Ali's half century (99 batting), England made most of the favourable conditions to finish Day 1 on 311/4. Here are the statistical highlights from Day 1 of the 1st Test in Rajkot on Wednesday.

Steyn rested for South Africa's limited overs tour of Sri Lanka

Steyn rested for South Africa's limited overs tour of Sri Lanka

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

The paceman had injury problems in the recent ICC Champions Trophy in England, forcing him to miss the semi-final defeat by the hosts, and that has weighed heavily on the minds of the selectors with Test series coming up against Pakistan, India and Australia.

History-maker Bayliss set for Ashes baptism of fire

History-maker Bayliss set for Ashes baptism of fire

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Strong, silent and one of cricket's quiet achievers, Trevor Bayliss may need that stoicism to accompany all his expertise when he becomes the first Australian coach to take charge of England in an Ashes series.

Like the poster of Akira?

Like the poster of Akira?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Mallya can be regarded as a 'fugitive from justice': UK high court

Mallya can be regarded as a 'fugitive from justice': UK high court

Rediff.com10 May 2018

The high court remained unconvinced by Mallya's claim that he has been a non-resident Indian since 1988 and has lived in England since 1992, a country where he has indefinite leave to remain

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

Indian-origin anti-apartheid activist Ahmed Kathrada dies

Indian-origin anti-apartheid activist Ahmed Kathrada dies

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

Kathrada, who frequently referred to Mandela as his 'elder brother', was among three political prisoners who were sentenced to life imprisonment together with the South African anti-apartheid icon after the infamous Rivonia Trial of 1964.

50% America-bound flyers to be impacted by US govt curbs on e-items

50% America-bound flyers to be impacted by US govt curbs on e-items

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Over 1.3 million, or 49% of passengers flew to the US via airports in the Gulf in FY16