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Sensex take a breather; ends down 53 points

Sensex take a breather; ends down 53 points

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

Losers included Bharti Airtel, SBI, Wipro, Vedanta, Maruti Suzuki, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and Reliance Industries, falling up to 2.18 per cent.

Best ride ever, says UK astronaut after landing on Earth

Best ride ever, says UK astronaut after landing on Earth

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

A three-member crew, including British astronaut Tim Peake, on Saturday landed on Earth at the end of a seven-hour return journey after completing a historic six-month mission on the International Space Station.

Britain's MI6 to hire 1,000 more spies by 2020

Britain's MI6 to hire 1,000 more spies by 2020

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

MI6 is expected to grow from 2,500 to nearly 3,500 to provide extra security for their operations and staff, according to BBC sources.

Soccer: Mohammedan Sporting enter Durand Cup quarters

Soccer: Mohammedan Sporting enter Durand Cup quarters

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

All the action that transpired on and off the football field

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.

Alli and Kane on target as Spurs bolster top four hopes

Alli and Kane on target as Spurs bolster top four hopes

Rediff.com1 May 2018

Tottenham Hotspur's England duo Harry Kane and Dele Alli fired them to a comfortable 2-0 win over mid-table Watford that cemented their place in the top four at Wembley on Monday.

How much will this painting sell for?

How much will this painting sell for?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

This is the largest single-owner sale of Indian modern art, but it is for reasons other than this historicity that it will be remembered, says Kishore Singh.

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.

BCCI clears India's participation in ICC Champions Trophy

BCCI clears India's participation in ICC Champions Trophy

Rediff.com7 May 2017

It was also decided that no legal recourse will be taken against the International Cricket Council as per the diktat of the Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators.

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.

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.

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.

Pele pays tribute to 'goalkeeper with magic' Banks

Pele pays tribute to 'goalkeeper with magic' Banks

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

The death of the 81-year-old former England keeper was announced by his former club Stoke City on Tuesday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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'

Pakistan tries to cement ties with Saudi Arabia

Pakistan tries to cement ties with Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

India should remember that Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations will remain special due, not least, to bonds of all Muslims with The Holy Land. They would also be strategic enough, irrespective of whether the ambassador is a military man or a career civilian appointee., notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stress your way to eternal youth!

Stress your way to eternal youth!

Rediff.com10 May 2005

New research suggests that the key to being young is to have short bursts of stress.

Mirwaiz met Musharraf in Amsterdam

Mirwaiz met Musharraf in Amsterdam

Rediff.com29 Oct 2004

The meeting is seen as a rebuff to Jamaat leader and chairman of the breakaway Hurriyat Conference faction Syed Ali Shah Geelani, who has been asking Pakistan to stay away from the Hurriyat's moderate leadership.

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.

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.