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Vietnam gears up for Trump-Kim summit

Vietnam gears up for Trump-Kim summit

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

United States President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have arrived in Vietnam and are getting ready for their second meeting in just nine months. The two leaders, who have a history of insult-hurling and name-calling, plan to discuss nuclear weapons on Wednesday and Thursday in Hanoi. The meetings are a follow-up to their first summit last June, when they signed a vaguely worded agreement promising to work toward denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula.

Record Alert! Djokovic goes past Federer

Record Alert! Djokovic goes past Federer

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

This milestone underscores his longevity and commitment to the sport, especially considering the physical and mental demands of playing at the top level.

Iraqi judoka tests positive for anabolic steroids

Iraqi judoka tests positive for anabolic steroids

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Iraqi judoka Sajjad Ghanim Sehen Sehen was provisionally suspended on Friday after he tested positive for anabolic steroids

Japan Arms Policy Shift Sparks China Ire

Japan Arms Policy Shift Sparks China Ire

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Beijing has been wary of Sanae Takaichi's efforts to boost Japan's military profile since taking office six months ago, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

AO PIX: Gauff wins thriller, Swiatek scrapes through

AO PIX: Gauff wins thriller, Swiatek scrapes through

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Coco Gauff was given a solid workout by former champion Sofia Kenin but continued her lengthy winning streak

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz clash in the Australian Open final with history on the line as Djokovic chases a record 25th Slam and Alcaraz eyes a career Grand Slam.

The tuna that costs a whopping Rs 21 crore!

The tuna that costs a whopping Rs 21 crore!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

A record $3.1 m (Rs 21 crore) has been paid for a giant bluefin tuna at Tokyo's new fish market, which replaced the world-famous Tsukiji late last year. The winning bid for the prized but threatened species at the predawn auction on Saturday was more than double the 2013 annual New Year auction.

Is Aamir Making Dangal 2 With Vinesh Phogat?

Is Aamir Making Dangal 2 With Vinesh Phogat?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

A viral photograph of Aamir Khan speaking to wrestler Vinesh Phogat over a video call has led to speculation that he is all set to make Dangal 2.

Asian Games: India men down Pakistan to win squash GOLD

Asian Games: India men down Pakistan to win squash GOLD

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Abhay Singh won a thrilling battle against Noor Zaman as India regained the Asian Games squash gold with an epic 2-1 win over Pakistan.

China ushers in the year of the sheep

China ushers in the year of the sheep

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

The 15-day festivities are traditionally the most important time of the year for family reunions.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives scare; Alcaraz cruises

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives scare; Alcaraz cruises

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Novak Djokovic was seriously rattled early on by inspired American teenager Nishesh Basavareddy but rallied for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory on Monday.

Sinner seeks to maintain dominance over Shelton

Sinner seeks to maintain dominance over Shelton

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

While Sinner is into his fifth Grand Slam semi-final, Shelton, who turned pro in 2022, is set to play just his second after reaching the last four at the 2023 US Open.

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek crushes Lys; Keys stuns Rybakina

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek crushes Lys; Keys stuns Rybakina

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

A ruthless Iga Swiatek slammed the door shut on German lucky loser Eva Lys with a 6-0 6-1 win on Monday to breeze into the quarter-finals of the year's opening Grand Slam for the second time.

Is The Mat Calling Vinesh Back?

Is The Mat Calling Vinesh Back?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

In a cryptic Instagram post, she acknowledged her recent struggles but expressed unwavering determination to pursue her goals.

India, Don't Despair: Mahavir Phogat

India, Don't Despair: Mahavir Phogat

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'Rules are there but if a wrestler is 50-100 grams overweight they are usually allowed to play.'

Govt will not make six airbags mandatory for cars: Nitin Gadkari

Govt will not make six airbags mandatory for cars: Nitin Gadkari

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The government will not make six airbags mandatory for cars, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Wednesday. The government last year proposed to implement the six airbags safety norm from October 2023 for enhanced safety of occupants. "We don't want to make six airbags rule for cars mandatory," Gadkari said at an event in New Delhi.

Swiatek's shot at World No 1 slips away

Swiatek's shot at World No 1 slips away

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Swiatek said she made far too many mistakes against Keys on Rod Laver Arena and hoped to draw lessons from it.

'Haryana's pride' Phogat gets Rs 4 cr from state govt

'Haryana's pride' Phogat gets Rs 4 cr from state govt

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

'It is not about money, it is about respect. Many people from across the state tell me that I must have received the cash award.'

Panghal's Olympic campaign comes to screeching halt

Panghal's Olympic campaign comes to screeching halt

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

India's biggest wrestling medal hope at the Paris Games, Antim Panghal ended her Olympic campaign with a humiliating 0-10 defeat to Turkey's Yetgil Zeynep in the women's 53 kg category

Modi, Kamala Attend Abe's Funeral

Modi, Kamala Attend Abe's Funeral

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi and other dignitaries from around the world attended the State funeral for Japan's former prime minister Abe Shinzo at the Budokan in Tokyo on Tuesday, September 27, 2022.

Coco Gauff tested to the limit in Melbourne

Coco Gauff tested to the limit in Melbourne

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

It was Gauff's second straights sets win at the tournament after a first round test against 2020 champion Sofia Kenin.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

These 8 images prove that we live in a wonderfully weird world.

'It's part of the game', Vinesh tells Indian coaches

'It's part of the game', Vinesh tells Indian coaches

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Women's national coach Virender Dahiya and Manjeet Rani met the feisty wrestler, who had caused a flutter at the wrestling arena by beating world number one and defending champion Yui Susaki

Aus Open PIX: Sinner crushes Aussie hopes, faces Shelton in semis

Aus Open PIX: Sinner crushes Aussie hopes, faces Shelton in semis

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Defending champion Jannik Sinner dismissed eighth seed Alex de Minaur 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 to reach the Australian Open semi-finals and extend the country's decades-long wait for another homegrown singles winner at the Grand Slam on Wednesday.

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Images from Day 8 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

Organisers show off Olympic village

Organisers show off Olympic village

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

The once-delayed Games are due to start on July 23

Showdown at Mexican border: US agents fire tear gas at migrants

Showdown at Mexican border: US agents fire tear gas at migrants

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

The United States Customs and Border Protection closed the border between Tijuana in Mexico and San Diego in California and used tear gas on migrants and refugees, including children, whoever tried to cross the border fence. The incident took place because of rising frustrations among immigrants due to slow processing of their asylum claims by the US authorities.

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

US tariff shock to hit Bengal's labour-intensive industries

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

The additional 25 per cent tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on India is set to deliver a major blow to West Bengal's export-driven economy, with the state's labour-intensive leather, engineering and marine sectors expecting losses ahead of the festive season, stakeholders said. The increased levies on Indian products for the country's purchases of Russian oil came into effect on Wednesday, bringing the total amount of tariff imposed on New Delhi to 50 per cent.

Sania-Strycova pair win Pan Pacific Open title

Sania-Strycova pair win Pan Pacific Open title

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

India's Sania Mirza and her Czech partner Barbora Strycova defeated China's Chen Liang and Zhaoxuan Yang 6-1, 6-1 in the final to win the women's doubles titles at Toray Pan Pacific Open, in Tokyo, on Saturday.

All about Australian Open champion Madison Keys

All about Australian Open champion Madison Keys

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Madison Keys is the second-oldest woman to claim her first Australian Open singles title in the Open era.

'Hope for favourable verdict': Vinesh's lawyer

'Hope for favourable verdict': Vinesh's lawyer

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

"Vinesh is a champion no matter what CAS' verdict is...": Wrestler's advocate Vidushpat Singhania

I have a voice, but they don't listen: Mary Kom on IOA

I have a voice, but they don't listen: Mary Kom on IOA

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Boxing great M C Mary Kom, who is also the chairperson of IOA's athletes' commission, says she has stopped giving suggestions to the National Olympic Committee as it doesn't pay attention to them.

Disciplinary breach: Antim Panghal, entourage to be deported

Disciplinary breach: Antim Panghal, entourage to be deported

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

In a major embarrassment for India, Antim Panghal, her sister and coaches face deportation from Paris after the young wrestler handed over her official accreditation to her younger sibling to collect her personal belongings from the Games Village and was caught by security.

Olympics: Wrestler Nisha's brave battle ends in defeat

Olympics: Wrestler Nisha's brave battle ends in defeat

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Nisha Dahiya's Olympic journey came to a premature end after a heartbreaking 10-8 loss to North Korea's Sol Gum Pak

Celebrating Indonesia's Festival Of Democracy

Celebrating Indonesia's Festival Of Democracy

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

The 'Pesta Demokrasi' is a cause for celebration not only for Indonesia but also for democracy and forces for peace all over the globe, notes Sandeep Chakravorty, India's Ambassador to Indonesia.

The Cockroach With a Backpack

The Cockroach With a Backpack

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

A Madagascar hissing cockroach is deployed with a 'backpack' of electronics and a solar cell that enable remote control of its movements

Taiwan, Japan, China win last golds at Asian Games

Taiwan, Japan, China win last golds at Asian Games

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

China, Taiwan and Japan won the last gold medals on offer from artistic swimming and karate at the Hangzhou Asian Games on Sunday.

Djokovic's AO heartbreak: Will he return next year?

Djokovic's AO heartbreak: Will he return next year?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Djokovic took aim at his critics the day after his exit from the tournament, posting photos of an MRI scan of the injury on social media and Tiley was certain the Serb had done everything possible to be ready for the semi-final.

Badosa calls Sabalenka's tennis 'PlayStation' level

Badosa calls Sabalenka's tennis 'PlayStation' level

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Top seed Sabalenka proved to be at another level, though, racking up 32 winners for the match to leave Badosa chasing shadows under the lights at Rod Laver Arena.

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The win guarantees Japan a top-two finish in the standings and sees them qualify for an eighth straight World Cup.