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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.

Sai's Take: Why the EC is outvoted on EVMs

Sai's Take: Why the EC is outvoted on EVMs

Rediff.com22 May 2019

'Hopefully, the new majority government will give the country a fool-proof electoral system,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

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.

Krishna meets Oz counterpart twice in 2 days

Krishna meets Oz counterpart twice in 2 days

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

As attacks against Indians continued unabated in Australia, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna met his Australian counterpart Stephen Smith for the second time in two days and is understood to have conveyed displeasure over the assaults on Thursday.

Khatri, Babita bag Olympic berths; take wrestlers count to 8

Khatri, Babita bag Olympic berths; take wrestlers count to 8

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Wrestlers Ravinder Khatri and Babita Kumari have secured spots at the upcoming Rio Olympics after their rivals failed a dope test, taking the total number of quota places from India to eight. Khatri was awarded the berth in the Greco-Roman 85 kg after Kenzheev Zhanarbek of Kyrgystan tested positive at the Asian Olympic qualifier. Babita gets a shot at competing in Rio with Mongolian wrestler Sumiya Erdenechimeg failing the dope test in 53 kg freestyle, also at the Asian qualifier. Last week, Vinesh Phogat clinched a gold as she and Sakshi Malik secured Rio berths in 48 and 58kg respectively at the second World Olympic Qualifying tournament in a historic feat of two Indian women wrestlers qualifying for Olympics for the first time.

Why was the British academic denied entry into India?

Why was the British academic denied entry into India?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

On June 8, an academic from Britain was turned away at the Hyderabad airport by the Indian immigration authorities. She was told that she would not be denied entry into India, and if she wished to do so, she could re-apply in 2016.

Cairn Energy to seek govt nod for Vedanta deal

Cairn Energy to seek govt nod for Vedanta deal

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

The UK-based Cairn Energy on Tuesday said it will seek government's "endorsement" and necessary consent for selling its majority stake in Cairn India to London-listed Vedanta Resources for $8.48 billion.

Football Focus: Casillas bids discreet farewell to Porto

Football Focus: Casillas bids discreet farewell to Porto

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

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

Will Brexit be the end of May?

Will Brexit be the end of May?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

The Britain's ruling party is suffering a leadership challenge with Brexit Secretary David Davis and Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson dramatically resigning over their inability to support the terms and conditions drawn up to exit the European Union.

Apple to offer mobile payments service in UK in July

Apple to offer mobile payments service in UK in July

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Apple Pay will be available in 250,000 locations across the UK.

Why was this billionaire arrested?

Why was this billionaire arrested?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

It is not every day that one of the planet's richest men is arrested by his government.

Tennis round-up: Cilic gives Nadal reality check

Tennis round-up: Cilic gives Nadal reality check

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

'This was the first time that I played points and that was too much for me today'

India's isolation is not good news for the West

India's isolation is not good news for the West

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Instead of ignoring Delhi, the West would be better served if it ceases to pander to Pakistan for short-term gains. Not supporting the only secular liberal democracy in the region will only embolden the radical Islamists in the long-term, writes Harsh V Pant.

ICC defends Dharmasena's overthrow call during World Cup final

ICC defends Dharmasena's overthrow call during World Cup final

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

The International Cricket Council came out in defence of umpire Kumar Dharmasena for his controversial decision to award six overthrow runs, instead of five, to England during the World Cup final against New Zealand.

Ready to meet Qureshi for talks, says Krishna

Ready to meet Qureshi for talks, says Krishna

Rediff.com27 Jan 2010

External Affairs Minister S M Krishna on Wednesday said he would be "delighted" to meet his Pakistani counterpart "if an occasion arises," as the two leaders share space at a global conference on Afghanistan in London.

'NATO powers look to India for Afghan resolution'

'NATO powers look to India for Afghan resolution'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2010

Efforts are on to persuade India to undertake a more high-profile role in embattled Afghanistan as India's external affairs minister arrives in London on Tuesday to participate in the one-day meet on Afghanistan.

Allah was with us, we got rub of green in final: Morgan

Allah was with us, we got rub of green in final: Morgan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

England captain acknowledges and appreciates diverse culture in team

'Badhaai Ho just changed my life'

'Badhaai Ho just changed my life'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

'...changed my image, changed everything.' 'Now I make calls with great confidence.' 'Day before yesterday, I sent a message to a director that I heard you are making a film, is there any role for me?' 'I have confidence now. Earlier, I could never do.'

Rear view: Photos of sporting moments that made 2017 special - Part 2

Rear view: Photos of sporting moments that made 2017 special - Part 2

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

As the countdown to 2018 starts, it's time to rewind those moments in sport that stood out this year.

On this Day: Birth of a chess legend; India lift Asia Cup

On this Day: Birth of a chess legend; India lift Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Garry Kasparov hated losing but in defeat, to an "alien opponent" incapable of fear or the faintest flicker of emotion, the youngest of chess champions and greatest of grandmasters made history. He became a grandmaster at 17 and world champion at 22 in 1985 when the charismatic youngster beat Soviet establishment hero Anatoly Karpov.

India refuses entry to British MP, says he wanted to create trouble in Indo-Bangla ties

India refuses entry to British MP, says he wanted to create trouble in Indo-Bangla ties

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Carlile was to hold a press conference in New Delhi on Thursday.

Pressure on Arsenal: Ranieri

Pressure on Arsenal: Ranieri

Rediff.com6 Apr 2004

If Arsenal win "for us it is not unusual but if we win tomorrow for Arsenal it would be a bad moment," said the Chelsea coach.

Monica Ali short-listed for Booker

Monica Ali short-listed for Booker

Rediff.com16 Sep 2003

Which way is Pakistan headed?

Which way is Pakistan headed?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

With the maulana fully committed and PML (N) cadres prepared to court arrest, this would be the first time where both Punjabis and Pakhtuns would be standing up against the Pakistan army, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Brand SRK just got personal!

Brand SRK just got personal!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been upto.

Aziz meets PM Modi, sends bouquet to Swaraj

Aziz meets PM Modi, sends bouquet to Swaraj

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

Aziz also attended a dinner where he exchanged pleasantries with PM Modi.

Krishna to take up assault issue with Australia

Krishna to take up assault issue with Australia

Rediff.com26 Jan 2010

With assaults on Indians in Australia showing no let-up, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna is expected to take up the issue with his Australian counterpart Stephen Smith whom he will meet on the sidelines of a conference in London later this week.

Kerber eyes German Wimbledon-Euros double

Kerber eyes German Wimbledon-Euros double

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Angelique Kerber is looking forward to a potential German sporting double over the next fortnight, aiming to win Wimbledon as one of the favourites while also cheering on her national football team at Euro 2016. Australian Open champion Kerber revealed on Saturday that she had been hooked on watching the Euros, particularly the progress of Die Mannschaft, during her preparations in London.

Parker heads for Chelsea

Parker heads for Chelsea

Rediff.com30 Jan 2004

The Charlton Athletic midfielder joined Chelsea in a 10-million-pound deal.

Images: Celebrities' Day Out

Images: Celebrities' Day Out

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Here's what the actress and other celebs are upto.

Thierry Henry named Belgium assistant coach

Thierry Henry named Belgium assistant coach

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Former France star Thierry Henry was named assistant coach of Belgium on Friday.

Sharapova's great fall: From most followed athlete to two-year doping ban

Sharapova's great fall: From most followed athlete to two-year doping ban

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Factbox on Russia's Maria Sharapova who was banned until January 2018 on Wednesday after testing positive for the banned drug meldonium at this year's Australian Open.

Sports Shorts: US team doctor Nassar pleads guilty to sexual conduct

Sports Shorts: US team doctor Nassar pleads guilty to sexual conduct

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday

Wenger very sad as Atletico ruin his Arsenal farewell

Wenger very sad as Atletico ruin his Arsenal farewell

Rediff.com4 May 2018

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was sad and frustrated after missing out on the Europa League final following Thursday's 1-0 defeat at Atletico Madrid in his last European game in charge of the London club.

Stop the clock: Japan awakes to reality of Tokyo Games postponement

Stop the clock: Japan awakes to reality of Tokyo Games postponement

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

On Wednesday the countdown had been replaced by the current date - "25-3" for March 25 in the days display - and the current time, after the International Olympic Committee decided to postpone the Games by one year.

Ancelotti starts with Zhirkov signing

Ancelotti starts with Zhirkov signing

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

New Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti began his first day at work for the London club by announcing the signing of Russia midfielder Yuri Zhirkov from CSKA Moscow on Monday. Ancelotti, Chelsea's fifth manager in two years, held a news conference at Stamford Bridge where he also said that captain John Terry, the subject of interest from Manchester City, was not for sale at any price.

7 MPs split from United Kingdom's Labour Party over Brexit

7 MPs split from United Kingdom's Labour Party over Brexit

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

MPs Chuka Umunna, Luciana Berger, Chris Leslie, Angela Smith, Mike Gapes, Gavin Shuker and Ann Coffey held a press conference in London to tell reporters that they would sit as a separate independent group within Britain's Parliament.

SRK: I am very protective about my family

SRK: I am very protective about my family

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

The actor and his wife, Gauri got candid with the media.

Mourinho relieved to finally get his hands on Pogba

Mourinho relieved to finally get his hands on Pogba

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Jose Mourinho was delighted that Manchester United were on the brink of signing France midfielder Paul Pogba from Serie A champions Juventus, the Portuguese coach said on Sunday.

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Rediff.com5 May 2018

'From the evidently pre-selected questions to the promotional slides on a screen redolent of the official audio-visual department, the choreography was palpably intended to present the prime minister in as good a light as possible in a 'safe' environment insulated from uncomfortable questions,' says Amulya Ganguli.