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How a 'cricket nomad' is coping in war-torn Ukraine

How a 'cricket nomad' is coping in war-torn Ukraine

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

As Russian forces closed in on Kyiv, the chief executive of the Ukraine Cricket Federation (UCF) locked himself in his seventh-floor apartment in the capital.

Russians will be winning 'medals of blood' if allowed in Olympics

Russians will be winning 'medals of blood' if allowed in Olympics

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk urged the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to ban Russia from the Olympic Games

India asks Ukraine, Russia to provide safe passage to its citizens

India asks Ukraine, Russia to provide safe passage to its citizens

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said all Indian nationals left Kyiv on Tuesday after the Indian embassy issued an advisory, asking them to get out of the Ukrainian capital urgently.

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago brought death to thousands of soldiers and civilians while millions of Ukrainians have been displaced. It has brought death, destruction and hardship to the country.

When The Russians Killed A Dancer

When The Russians Killed A Dancer

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Colleagues and friends attend a funeral ceremony for Ukrainian soldier and ballet dancer Vadym Khlupianets, who was recently killed by Russian troops, at the National Academic Operetta's Theatre in Kyiv.

'Stop this mad war - we won't surrender'

'Stop this mad war - we won't surrender'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'You are an instrument at the hands of one man with one ambition -- to resurrect the Soviet Union... For ambitions of one man, we are paying a very high price.'

Day 55 Of The Russian Invasion

Day 55 Of The Russian Invasion

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Glimpses of the battlerfront in Kharkiv, Kyiv, Mariupol and Yahidne as the Russian invasion entered its 55th day on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

Russians Target Grain Silos In Ukraine

Russians Target Grain Silos In Ukraine

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Russia has concentrated its firepower on Ukraine's Donbas region, where it has long backed two separatist regions at war with the Ukrainian government since 2014.

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

While Russia focuses its attack on the east and south of the country, the threat of Russian missile strikes on Kyiv remains.

Zelenskyy In The War Room

Zelenskyy In The War Room

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Nothing bugs Vladimir Putin's Indian fans, who extend from Soviet-era soldiers, Soviet-era diplomats and junta too ill informed to distinguish between good and evil, than the fact that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who they diss in the same terms as their hero in the Kremlin, is still alive, still leading his nation's resistance against a vastly superior Russian army.

Chess player Anwesh returns home from war-torn Ukraine

Chess player Anwesh returns home from war-torn Ukraine

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

After an anxious wait of two weeks, Anwesh, an International Master, managed to flee from Kyiv and reach Lviv, en route to India via Poland.

Second round of Russia-Ukraine talks on Wednesday

Second round of Russia-Ukraine talks on Wednesday

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

During the first round on Monday, the Russian delegation conveyed Moscow's demand to enshrine Ukraine's non-bloc status at the parliamentary level and hold a referendum.

Ukraine: Death Lurks Everywhere

Ukraine: Death Lurks Everywhere

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The demining and clearing of unexploded ordnance in Ukraine after the Russian invasion could take between 5-7 years.

Zelenskyy would like to address G20 meet in India: Ukraine minister

Zelenskyy would like to address G20 meet in India: Ukraine minister

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Being with Russia means being on the wrong side of history and Kyiv wants closer and deeper relations with New Delhi, Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova said on Tuesday while suggesting that the Russian invasion has lessons for countries with 'difficult neighbours'.

A Walk In The Ruins Of Ukraine

A Walk In The Ruins Of Ukraine

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Glimpses of how Ukrainians are coping with Vladimir Putin's cruel war.

One killed, 2 injured in Russian shelling on Ukraine's Kherson

One killed, 2 injured in Russian shelling on Ukraine's Kherson

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

The strikes took place in Stepanivka, which is located just outside of Kherson, Tymoshenko said.

Ukraine dam collapse triggers fatal flooding; 16 dead, 31 missing

Ukraine dam collapse triggers fatal flooding; 16 dead, 31 missing

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

According to Kyiv, Russia blew up the dam "in panic" ahead of a planned Ukraine counter-offensive, while Russia accuses Ukraine of launching "mass artillery attacks" on the structure to deprive Crimea of water and provide a distraction from the battlefield.

Ukraine: The Destruction Of A Country

Ukraine: The Destruction Of A Country

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Glimpses of the destruction in Ukraine caused by Putin's senseless war.

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Ukraine: Know What Black Tulip Does?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine entered its 46th week.

Sunak Rubs Salt On Putin's Wounds

Sunak Rubs Salt On Putin's Wounds

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on November 19 in his first visit to Kyiv since becoming prime minister.

War Doesn't Dim Ukraine's Christmas Spirit

War Doesn't Dim Ukraine's Christmas Spirit

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Glimpses of Christmas celebrations amid the war in Ukraine...

Ukraine calls Russia 'terrorist state' at UN meet

Ukraine calls Russia 'terrorist state' at UN meet

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Ukraine's envoy Sergiy Kyslytsya told members states that he had already lost family members to Russian aggression.

It's 6 Months Of Putin's War

It's 6 Months Of Putin's War

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Ukraine celebrates its 1991 declaration of independence from the then USSR on the same day.

Ukraine: 5 Weeks Later: The Wages Of War

Ukraine: 5 Weeks Later: The Wages Of War

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The devastation that the Russians have inflicted on their smaller neighbour will remain a horrific reminder of the cruelty of war.

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Hollywood star Ben Stiller in Kyiv on Monday, June 20, 2022.

100 students await flight to India after they enter Poland from Ukraine

100 students await flight to India after they enter Poland from Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

The students, who had to brave hunger and freezing temperatures amid a sense of uncertainty, heaved a sigh of relief when they crossed over to Poland. They now await their flight back home on Thursday.

If This Is Not War, What Is It?

If This Is Not War, What Is It?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Glimpses of destroyed Russian tanks, helicopter, weapons in Ukraine.

Putin's Army Faces Tough Ukrainian Resistance

Putin's Army Faces Tough Ukrainian Resistance

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the tough Ukrainian resistance to the far bigger and more powerful Russian army.

The Shattered Cities Of Ukraine

The Shattered Cities Of Ukraine

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Glimpses of the all around destruction caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which began two months ago on February 24.

Christmas In Wartime

Christmas In Wartime

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

The fury of battle has not dimmed the spirit of Christmas across Ukraine.

US Javelin Helps Ukraine Destroy Russian Tanks

US Javelin Helps Ukraine Destroy Russian Tanks

Rediff.com22 May 2022

The United States has supplied Ukraine with thousands of Javelins, the anti-tank missiles that have become the iconic weapon of the war for Ukraine which has helped in pushing back Russian tanks.

Does Russian Brutality Surprise Anymore?

Does Russian Brutality Surprise Anymore?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

The bodies were found with their hands tied, blindfolded and shot at close range in the back of the head.

Death, Damage, Destruction In Ukraine

Death, Damage, Destruction In Ukraine

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Russian troops left behind crushed buildings, destroyed structures and streets full with burnt vehicles.

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I want to show that we are also part of this society and want to participate just as much, whether it is for security or whatever community work there.'

Devastation Continues in Ukraine...

Devastation Continues in Ukraine...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the devastation caused by Putin's War.

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Grim Scenes From Putin's War

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The communities north of Kyiv were square in the path of Russia's devastating but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to seize the Ukrainian capital.

Dodging air raids, Ukraine team plays on 'to show we're still alive'

Dodging air raids, Ukraine team plays on 'to show we're still alive'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

War ravaged Ukraine's national ice hockey team players have been training in tough conditions, with the practice being interrupted by air sirens.

The Ukrainians Battle On

The Ukrainians Battle On

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Glimpses from the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the grit and determination of Ukrainian soldiers.

Putin Toilet Paper Is Popular in Ukraine

Putin Toilet Paper Is Popular in Ukraine

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

The Kremlin's Tyrant finds himself in unfamiliar territory.

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

Most of the students, PTI spoke to soon after their arrival, said they had followed the advisory issued by the Indian embassy in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.