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Januzaj poised for Manchester United return

Januzaj poised for Manchester United return

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Belgian winger Adnan Januzaj is poised to return to Manchester United after a disappointing loan spell at Borussia Dortmund, British media reported on Wednesday.

Emmy 2016: Aziz Ansari wins his first, Games of Thrones wins big

Emmy 2016: Aziz Ansari wins his first, Games of Thrones wins big

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

A look at the big winners of the night!

I feared Villa more than City: Van Gaal

I feared Villa more than City: Van Gaal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal was more worried about playing Aston Villa than he feels about facing local rivals and champions Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday.

FA CUP: Under pressure United clash with Derby; Chelsea play catch up

FA CUP: Under pressure United clash with Derby; Chelsea play catch up

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

All eyes will be on Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal when he takes his team to Derby County for an FA Cup fourth-round tie on Friday with the fans' boos from their home defeat by Southampton still ringing in his ears.

Mauritians get offended if country called tax haven

Mauritians get offended if country called tax haven

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

On the day of the Union Budget on February 28, Indian stocks had fallen sharply after Chidambaram said that Tax Residency Certificate is 'a necessary but not Sufficient' condition to avail of the benefits under double taxation avoidance agreements.

I want to punch myself, says dejected McIlroy

I want to punch myself, says dejected McIlroy

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

McIlroy was tipped as one of the favourites for the first Open in Northern Ireland since 1951 but now faces a battle to get back amongst the leaders.

US Open: Muguruza stunned by qualifier Karolina Muchova

US Open: Muguruza stunned by qualifier Karolina Muchova

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Muchova, who came into the match against the 12th seed with a world ranking of 202, was understandably nervous from the outset but grew into the contest and eventually prevailed 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 in two hours and 27 minutes.

FA Cup champs United to make Mourinho announcement next week?

FA Cup champs United to make Mourinho announcement next week?

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Jose Mourinho will be appointed Manchester United manager next week to replace Louis van Gaal despite Saturday's FA Cup final victory over Crystal Palace, British media have reported.

US Open: World No 1 Simona Halep STUNNED in first round

US Open: World No 1 Simona Halep STUNNED in first round

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

World number one Simona Halep was upset 6-2, 6-4 by unseeded Estonian Kaia Kanepi in the U.S. Open first round on Monday, the second consecutive year the Romanian has lost her opening match at Flushing Meadows.

Van Gaal struggling with Manchester United identity crisis

Van Gaal struggling with Manchester United identity crisis

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

The table suggests Louis van Gaal is making progress at Manchester United but winning matches has never been good enough on its own at the Theatre of Dreams.

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Marie Antoinette pearl reaps record $36 million

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Going once, going twice, sold! Jewellery that belonged to Marie Antoinette, wife of King Louis XVI and arguably France's most famous queen were auctioned by Sotheby's on Wednesday as part of their "Royal jewels from the Bourbon Parma Family" event. Take a look at the gorgeous jewellery that was up for sale.

Baseball legend, 'Hammerin' Hank' Aaron, dies at 86

Baseball legend, 'Hammerin' Hank' Aaron, dies at 86

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

'He grew up poor and faced racism as he worked to become one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Hank never let the hatred he faced consume him.'

'There is a lot of pressure because our aim is to reach the Champions League'

'There is a lot of pressure because our aim is to reach the Champions League'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Manchester United are feeling the pressure ahead of their Champions League qualifier against Club Bruges on Tuesday, according to manager Louis van Gaal.

PIX: Tiger leads from front as US win Presidents Cup

PIX: Tiger leads from front as US win Presidents Cup

Rediff.com15 Dec 2019

United States captain Tiger Woods led from the front as the Americans dominated the Sunday singles to overhaul the Internationals at Royal Melbourne and claim an eighth successive Presidents Cup. Woods clinched a record 27th win in the event with a 3&2 victory over Abraham Ancer to fire up his team and then beamed from the sidelines as they landed crushing early blows before sealing the event with a match to spare.

French twist to Haldia's woes

French twist to Haldia's woes

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

Haldia Bulk Terminals pulled out of 10-year contract for cargo-handling operations, blaming the political climate and "vested interest".

Manchester United manager's bizarre interview

Manchester United manager's bizarre interview

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal was at his bizarre best again after his team's 1-1 Premier league draw with Leicester City as he complained that a hair-pulling incident during the match was only acceptable in 'sex masochism'.

6 reasons why Van Gaal won't quit

6 reasons why Van Gaal won't quit

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Under-fire manager Louis van Gaal said he would not quit after Manchester United extended their run without a victory to eight games in all competitions with a 0-0 draw with champions Chelsea in the Premier League on Monday.

Double Dutch for United, Chelsea in eerie showdown

Double Dutch for United, Chelsea in eerie showdown

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Manchester United against Chelsea has often been a seminal fixture in deciding the destiny of the Premier League title in recent years but Monday's clash at Old Trafford has a very different backdrop.

Schweinsteiger set to move to Manchester United?

Schweinsteiger set to move to Manchester United?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger will be given the choice of whether to stay or leave the Bundesliga champions, manager Pep Guardiola said on Thursday.

For now, Van Gaal lives to fight another day

For now, Van Gaal lives to fight another day

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Under-pressure Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal knows losing too many more matches 'could be the end of the world' but said he still has the full backing of the club's board.

United veteran Rooney 'motivated' by Mourinho's arrival at Old Trafford

United veteran Rooney 'motivated' by Mourinho's arrival at Old Trafford

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney admits the arrival of Jose Mourinho has given him added motivation for the season ahead.

NGO row: HC to hear PIL against Khurshid on Oct 30

NGO row: HC to hear PIL against Khurshid on Oct 30

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Thursday fixed October 30 as the date for hearing a public interest litigation seeking criminal action against Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid and his wife Louis Khurshid for alleged financial irregularities committed by them in a private trust run by them in the name of Salman's maternal grandfather Dr Zakir Hussain., former President of India.

US Open PIX: Nadal cruises; Osaka, Zverev shocked

US Open PIX: Nadal cruises; Osaka, Zverev shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Defending champion Naomi Osaka of Japan was upset 7-5, 6-4 by Belinda Bencic in the fourth round at the US Open on Monday as the Swiss reached the quarter-finals for the second time.

United system still giving Van Gaal a headache

United system still giving Van Gaal a headache

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Louis van Gaal came under fresh attack on Friday over his style of play at Manchester United and acknowledged he was still struggling to come up with a preferred system.

Euro 2016: High payoff for Marc Wilmots a hurdle for Belgian FA

Euro 2016: High payoff for Marc Wilmots a hurdle for Belgian FA

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

A payoff of at least one million euros ($1.11 million) for Belgium soccer manager Marc Wilmots could be a problem and the national federation does not have the means to hire a big name to replace him, the federation's head said.

Irish amateur Dunne proves a St Andrews sensation

Irish amateur Dunne proves a St Andrews sensation

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Irish amateur Paul Dunne is in contention to become the first amateur to win the British Open for 85 years after a sensational third-round display sent him rocketing into a tie for the lead on Sunday.

Super-rich tax? Redo the I-T slabs first

Super-rich tax? Redo the I-T slabs first

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

An equitable tax regime makes more sense than debates over whether the rich should pay more.

Mass layoff attempt at Kolkata port

Mass layoff attempt at Kolkata port

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Labour unions bent on preserving jobs, with active help from the political class, is an old story in West Bengal.

ABG-Kolkata Port tussle headed for arbitration

ABG-Kolkata Port tussle headed for arbitration

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

ABG close to winning bid for container-handling berth at Haldia.

US firm paid bribes to win water projects in Goa, Assam

US firm paid bribes to win water projects in Goa, Assam

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

Bribe for Goa project estimated at $976,630

Guendogan surprised by Schweinsteiger snub at Manchester United

Guendogan surprised by Schweinsteiger snub at Manchester United

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Manchester United would be better off having midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger in the side, Manchester City's Ilkay Guendogan has said of his fellow German, who remains unlikely to figure in manager Jose Mourinho's plans. After making 18 Premier League appearances last season, 32-year-old Schweinsteiger has failed to turn out for United since the Portuguese coach replaced Louis van Gaal in the close season.

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host Man United legend Saha on Jan 20

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host Man United legend Saha on Jan 20

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

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

HC issues notice to Salman Khurshid-run Trust

HC issues notice to Salman Khurshid-run Trust

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Friday issued a notice to Dr Zakir Hussain Memorial Trust, run by Union minister Salman Khurshid and his wife Louis, on a PIL seeking direction for the lodging of an FIR and also monitoring by the court in the case relating to the Trust.

Rooney ruled out for two months with knee injury

Rooney ruled out for two months with knee injury

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has suffered a knee injury and faces a spell on the sidelines, manager Louis van Gaal said on Wednesday. The 30-year-old was left out of the 18-man squad that travelled to face FC Midtjylland in the Europa League on Thursday and Van Gaal explained why after arriving in Denmark. "We have 13 players injured and Wayne is one of them,"

Manassero clinches Singapore Open after playoff

Manassero clinches Singapore Open after playoff

Rediff.com11 Nov 2012

Italian teenager Matteo Manassero displayed all the nerve and experience of a seasoned veteran to edge out Louis Oosthuizen on the third hole of a playoff and claim a thrilling Singapore Open victory on Sunday.

Vote for your favourite February cover girl

Vote for your favourite February cover girl

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Here's a round-up of the glossies for February. Vote for your favourite cover girl!

Tiger blames fatigue for missing WGC event

Tiger blames fatigue for missing WGC event

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Tiger Woods said fatigue was the reason he skipped this week's World Golf Championship event in China.

A tale of two EPL managers...

A tale of two EPL managers...

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Seasonal cheer has been scarce for Louis van Gaal after a six-match winless sequence for his Manchester United side intensified rumours that he will be sacked and Stoke City are unlikely to be offering any solace on Saturday.

13 steps to make 2013 your best year yet

13 steps to make 2013 your best year yet

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Based on decades of study, researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have offered 13 notable, no-holds-barred, what-are-you-waiting-for tips to make 2013 your best year yet.

'Next season United's focus will be on winning some silverware'

'Next season United's focus will be on winning some silverware'

Rediff.com30 May 2015

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney believes finishing in the Premier League's top four last season was essential for the record 20-times English champions.