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Football Extras: Man jailed for 10 years for armed attack on Arsenal players

Football Extras: Man jailed for 10 years for armed attack on Arsenal players

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

A man who tried to rob Arsenal players Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac at knifepoint in a failed North London carjacking last July was sentenced to 10 years in jail on Friday.

Davis Cup: Paes eyes doubles world record

Davis Cup: Paes eyes doubles world record

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

All eyes will be on veteran Leander Paes, who is the on the cusp of a historic world record in perhaps his last appearance in Davis Cup.

Musharraf mayFearing arrest Pakistan's former military ruler Perv

Musharraf mayFearing arrest Pakistan's former military ruler Perv

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Fearing arrest Pakistan's former military ruler Pervez Musharraf on Thursday decided not to return home from self-exile by this month end as promised, but said that he will take a decision after consultations with his party leaders.

BJP, Congress spar over Vadra's links with absconding arms dealer

BJP, Congress spar over Vadra's links with absconding arms dealer

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

The BJP asked the Gandhis to speak up over the issue.

Saudi Arabia to provide cash-strapped Pakistan $3 billion

Saudi Arabia to provide cash-strapped Pakistan $3 billion

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

The Pakistani PM is now scheduled to travel to Malaysia next week and to China on November 3 to seek financial assistance from the two friendly countries.

Sabarimala: PM says Left govt disrespecting Kerala's culture

Sabarimala: PM says Left govt disrespecting Kerala's culture

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

Modi said his government had made efforts to make all kitchens in the country smoke free.

Even after World Championship bronze I have no sponsorship: Gutta

Even after World Championship bronze I have no sponsorship: Gutta

Rediff.com9 Sep 2011

Despite all her success, badminton ace Jwala Gutta laments lack of support from the Badminton Association of India.

Meet the future stars of men's tennis...

Meet the future stars of men's tennis...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

This year's ATP Finals boasts a fresh new

Shastri gets his team, Arun back as bowling coach

Shastri gets his team, Arun back as bowling coach

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

BCCI on Tuesday appointed Bharat Arun as the Indian cricket team's bowling coach, ending days of drama surrounding the position.

Pakistan's blasphemy law should stay: Musharraf

Pakistan's blasphemy law should stay: Musharraf

Rediff.com16 Jan 2011

Former Pakistani military dictator and president Pervez Mushrarraf has said that the killer of Punjab governor Salmaan Tasser should be punished and not allowed to challenge the writ of the state, but pledged support for the controversial blasphemy law.

Becker appointed head of German men's tennis

Becker appointed head of German men's tennis

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

The 49-year-old had a hugely successful spell coaching former world number one Novak Djokovic from 2013 to 2016, a period in which the Serb won six of his 12 Grand Slam titles.

Arsenal seal deal for Ivorian striker Gervinho

Arsenal seal deal for Ivorian striker Gervinho

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

Arsenal recruited Lille's 24-year-old Ivory Coast forward Gervinho Monday as they bid to boost their firepower this season and end a trophy drought stretching back to 2005.

FA request newspaper to give 'unfettered disclosure' of evidence

FA request newspaper to give 'unfettered disclosure' of evidence

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

The Football Association (FA) have urged the Daily Telegraph to provide "full and unfettered disclosure of all available material" following allegations of corruption by the newspaper.

Wozniacki upstages Djokovic in mock interview

Wozniacki upstages Djokovic in mock interview

Rediff.com19 Jun 2011

Caroline Wozniacki revealed her mischievous side again at Wimbledon on Saturday as the world number one hijacked Novak Djokovic's pre-tournament press conference.

Djokovic out of Queen's, Murray a doubt

Djokovic out of Queen's, Murray a doubt

Rediff.com4 Jun 2011

World number two Novak Djokovic pulled out of the pre-Wimbledon Queen's Club tournament in the wake of his epic 7-6, 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 defeat by Roger Federer in the French Open semi-finals on Friday.

Ronjan Sodhi named for Khel Ratna; Arjuna for Kohli, Sindhu

Ronjan Sodhi named for Khel Ratna; Arjuna for Kohli, Sindhu

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

Shooter Ronjan Sodhi picked for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award by the selection committee.

Not Sydney, Lara picks the best-ever Test knock he's played

Not Sydney, Lara picks the best-ever Test knock he's played

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

He also picked that knock over the monumental 375 and 400 not out against England, and he had his reasons.

PM leaves for India

PM leaves for India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2005

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, on Saturday, left London for home after a three-day visit to Britain during which he participated in the G8 Summit.

Arbaaz Khan visits Tiger Kingdom

Arbaaz Khan visits Tiger Kingdom

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

According to a source in the BCCI, Kumble said: 'He doesn't want to continue with the team'

Johnson's suspension of parliament unlawful: UK SC

Johnson's suspension of parliament unlawful: UK SC

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Johnson suspended, or prorogued, parliament for five weeks earlier this month, saying it was to allow for a Queen's Speech to outline policies of his new government.

Cech returns to Chelsea after glove mix-up

Cech returns to Chelsea after glove mix-up

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech has made a surprise return to Chelsea's training ground ahead of Sunday's big London derby after Adidas sent a consignment of gloves to his former club by mistake. Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink, whose misfiring champions travel to Cech's Premier League leaders on Sunday, made light of the situation at a news conference on Friday. "I was here when Petr showed up. It was nice to see him," the Dutchman told reporters at the Cobham facility to the south-west of London. "We had a chat here. Almost everyone was gone already, it was late afternoon....we tried to hide them, which he did not accept. Also we tried to make them a little bit slippery but he discovered that also. "They were wrongly sent here and we gave them back. It was nice. That's the story."

After Rio Paralympics gold, Jhajharia aims for treble in Tokyo

After Rio Paralympics gold, Jhajharia aims for treble in Tokyo

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The gold medal in men's javelin throw F46 category in the Rio Paralympics made Devendra Jhajharia the most successful Indian para athlete ever but he is in no mood to stop here and is eyeing for a treble in the 2020 Tokyo Games. The 35-year-old Jhajharia, a left-hand amputee, is the only Indian para athlete to have won two gold medals in the Paralympics, the earlier one being the yellow metal he won in 2004 Athens. "I am not stopping here after the Rio success. I have enough gas in my tank and I will definitely go for gold in Tokyo. I know my body and I can still train two hours in the morning and two hours in the evening rigorously everyday, just like I did in the build-up to the Rio Paralympics," Jhajharia told PTI in an interview.

Meet Ashish Goyal, world's first blind trader

Meet Ashish Goyal, world's first blind trader

Rediff.com3 Dec 2010

Ashish Goyal breaks new ground by becoming the first blind student in foremost finance school and first blind trader in the world.

Terry will remain Chelsea's captain, says new manager Conte

Terry will remain Chelsea's captain, says new manager Conte

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Long-serving defender John Terry will remain Chelsea's captain in the coming season, new manager Antonio Conte said on Thursday at his first news conference since joining the Premier League club. Terry, 35, signed a new one-year contract at Stamford Bridge in May to end speculation that he was going to leave the London club after more than 700 appearances. He remains a firm favourite with the club's fans. "John Terry is captain of this team. He is a great player with a great personality and charisma. He knows the club. We take all decisions together with the club and I am very happy John signed," Conte said.

Football Focus: 'Booing players taking a knee was not racist'

Football Focus: 'Booing players taking a knee was not racist'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

EPL: Lampard regrets rant against Jurgen Klopp

EPL: Lampard regrets rant against Jurgen Klopp

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Chelsea is currently at the fourth place in the Premier League standings with 63 points from 37 matches.

Federer's number one hopes take a hit in Paris defeat

Federer's number one hopes take a hit in Paris defeat

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

Roger Federer's hopes of knocking Novak Djokovic off the top of the ATP world rankings before the end of the year took a hit when he lost to big-serving Canadian Milos Raonic in the Paris Masters quarter-finals on Friday.

No intention to interfere in India's matters: Pak FM on call to Mirwaiz

No intention to interfere in India's matters: Pak FM on call to Mirwaiz

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

The foreign minister acknowledged that he spoke with Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz and India should not make it an issue.

Football Focus: Guardiola hopes Messi ends career at Barcelona

Football Focus: Guardiola hopes Messi ends career at Barcelona

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Summary of all that transpired on and off the football field

LBS forum for biz leaders at Infy campus

LBS forum for biz leaders at Infy campus

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

London Business School will host a one-day global forum for senior business leaders here on November 20.

No problem if Chelsea sack me: Ancelotti

No problem if Chelsea sack me: Ancelotti

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday it would be 'no problem' for him if he were sacked at the end of the season.

Five talking points as England-Australia renew rivalry

Five talking points as England-Australia renew rivalry

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

'England against Australia at Lord's, it doesn't get much bigger than that.'

Modi bags deals worth Rs 90,550 crore on Day 1 of UK trip

Modi bags deals worth Rs 90,550 crore on Day 1 of UK trip

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

India and the United Kingdom on Thursday announced deals worth 9 billion Pound (Rs 90,550 crore) as they signed a civilian nuclear pact and decided to collaborate in the field of defence and cyber security besides launching a railway rupee bond in London.

Football Focus: Guardiola is staying as City manager

Football Focus: Guardiola is staying as City manager

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

We value NGOs' participation: Javadekar

We value NGOs' participation: Javadekar

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar on Monday said his ministry has 'nothing to do' with the denial of entry to a Greenpeace activist.

Football Briefs: Sarri just wants to have fun at Chelsea

Football Briefs: Sarri just wants to have fun at Chelsea

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Nadal to play Wimbledon warm-up tourney at Queen's

Nadal to play Wimbledon warm-up tourney at Queen's

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Spaniard Rafael Nadal will sharpen his grasscourt game at London's Queen's Club ahead of Wimbledon in June, organisers of the Aegon Championships said on Tuesday.

Farah says 2017 could be his last year on track

Farah says 2017 could be his last year on track

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Double Olympic champion Mo Farah said next year could be his last on the track as he looks to concentrate on road racing.