News for 'Maria'

Karman becomes first woman after Sania to achieve this feat

Karman becomes first woman after Sania to achieve this feat

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

India's Karman Kaur Thandi has clinched her second W60 ITF title of her career after winning at the Evansville event in the USA.

Why Merry Christmas Left Me Feeling Shortchanged

Why Merry Christmas Left Me Feeling Shortchanged

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

If you have never seen Sriram Raghavan fly, you would hardly realise that this time, he is happy in his cage, this time he isn't reaching for the skies, notes Sreehari Nair.

Guru offers to turn Coco's forehand into potent weapon

Guru offers to turn Coco's forehand into potent weapon

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

As Coco Gauff ponders a fortnight without tennis following her first-round loss at Wimbledon, she might be tempted to phone one of the sport's most accomplished coaches.

Asian Games cricket: Indonesia's Andriani helps skittle Mongolia out for 15

Asian Games cricket: Indonesia's Andriani helps skittle Mongolia out for 15

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Indonesia are at the top of group A while Mongolia are at the bottom. In Group B, Malaysia are on top of the table.

WTA Chennai Open: Ankita Raina knocked out in opening round

WTA Chennai Open: Ankita Raina knocked out in opening round

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The first set was over in 31 minutes with the No. 4 seed making the most of a weak Raina serve while saving two break points on her own serve.

Why Real Madrid are taking legal action against Barcelona

Why Real Madrid are taking legal action against Barcelona

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Real Madrid will join the complaint filed on Friday by Spanish prosecutors against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's ex-presidents over alleged payments to a company owned by a senior refereeing official to influence match results.

Di Maria to United fans: I am sorry it did not work out as I would have wished

Di Maria to United fans: I am sorry it did not work out as I would have wished

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

"I write this note to thank all the Manchester United family for the great support received during the year I've been part of this Club," Di Maria told United fans in an open letter, published widely by the British media.

PIX: Arshad Warsi, Maria Goretti watch Angry Indian Goddesses

PIX: Arshad Warsi, Maria Goretti watch Angry Indian Goddesses

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Wimbledon PIX: Rybakina downs Halep to set up Jabeur final

Wimbledon PIX: Rybakina downs Halep to set up Jabeur final

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur lifted the spirits of an entire continent as she became the first Arab and first African woman to reach the Wimbledon final with a rousing 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 victory over her barbecue buddy Tatjana Maria on Thursday.

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant against Putin

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant against Putin

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

The Hague-based ICC accused the Russian president of responsibility for war crimes committed by Russian forces in Ukraine during the war that has been ongoing for over a year.

Benzema fever hits Jeddah ahead of Al-Ittihad presentation

Benzema fever hits Jeddah ahead of Al-Ittihad presentation

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Benzema was Al-Ittihad's first signing since winning the league title for the first time since 2009 with compatriot Kante expected to join him

Venus Williams, Elina Svitolina receive wild cards

Venus Williams, Elina Svitolina receive wild cards

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Venus Williams and Elina Svitolina have received wild cards for the Classic Birmingham, a WTA 250 event on grass which begins on June 19.

This mom is in semis but still have nappies to change

This mom is in semis but still have nappies to change

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Maria became the sixth woman in the Open era to reach the Wimbledon semis after her 34th birthday.

6 Things you need to know about Maria Sharapova

6 Things you need to know about Maria Sharapova

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Take a look at the profile of Maria Sharapova who told a news conference on Monday she failed a drugs test.

Champions League PIX: Atletico seal top spot; City finish with perfect six

Champions League PIX: Atletico seal top spot; City finish with perfect six

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Antoine Griezmann and Samuel Lino scored in each half to give Atletico Madrid a 2-0 win over Lazio on Wednesday that secured them top spot in Champions League Group E, the first time since 2016 that they had reached the knockouts as group winners.

Jacqueline Fernandez appears in court in Rs 200 cr fraud case

Jacqueline Fernandez appears in court in Rs 200 cr fraud case

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Actor Jacqueline Fernandez on Monday arrived at the Patiala House court in the national capital in connection with the Rs 200 crores money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar.

Why Pakistani Men Prefer The Army

Why Pakistani Men Prefer The Army

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

What drives Pakistani men to join its military, despite the toll it takes on them?

PIX: Germany snap losing run; Spain, Brazil, Argentina win

PIX: Germany snap losing run; Spain, Brazil, Argentina win

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Images from the international friendly and Euro qualifying football matches played on Tuesday.

US Open 2023: Dates, schedule, seeds and how to watch on TV

US Open 2023: Dates, schedule, seeds and how to watch on TV

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

This year's US Open runs from Aug. 28-Sept. 10.

Sharapova makes special announcement...

Sharapova makes special announcement...

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

In December, Sharapova and British businessman Alexander Gilkes revealed that they were engaged.

Priya second Indian woman to win U-20 wrestling World title

Priya second Indian woman to win U-20 wrestling World title

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Unprecedented success followed India at the junior wrestling World Championships on Thursday with three grapplers, including fast-rising Antim Panghal, storming into the gold medal bouts while Harshita will fight for bronze.

Barcelona bank on Gundogan, Lewandowski experience

Barcelona bank on Gundogan, Lewandowski experience

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Barcelona have won the Champions League five times, most recently in 2015, and face a tough task to get back to the top table of European football after being forced to sell club legend Lionel Messi due to financial problems.

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Argentine, somehow, were ready for an emotional, nail-biting encounter, having already gone through a dress rehearsal in the same stadium against the Netherlands in the quarter-finals.

EPL Updates: United's Van Gaal says Di Maria won't provide instant fix

EPL Updates: United's Van Gaal says Di Maria won't provide instant fix

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Manchester United's new winger Angel Di Maria will not change the course of their troubled season straight away following his British record transfer from Real Madrid, manager Louis van Gaal said on Tuesday.

The Barmy Army's sweet gesture for Cummin's ailing mum

The Barmy Army's sweet gesture for Cummin's ailing mum

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

'I think we've seen as well just how small and how tight the cricket world can be. I'm sure that he would've received a lot of well-wishes from all parts of the world, the cricket-loving fraternity, that would've sent some messages of support to him and the rest of his family in obviously what is a really difficult time for them.'

6 killed as helicopter crashes near Mt Everest in Nepal

6 killed as helicopter crashes near Mt Everest in Nepal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The passengers aboard the helicopter are reported to be five Mexican nationals, whose identities have yet to be disclosed and pilot senior captain Chet B Gurung, the Himalayan Times newspaper reported

Bodies Bodies Bodies Review: Fun, Fun, Fun!

Bodies Bodies Bodies Review: Fun, Fun, Fun!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

If you are looking for a smart popcorn horror to watch with friends, this is a fairly enjoyable romp.

Barcelona charged with corruption; Neymar undergoes surgery

Barcelona charged with corruption; Neymar undergoes surgery

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Prosecutors sue Barcelona for allegedly buying refereeing favours

Can coach with God-like looks win the World Cup?

Can coach with God-like looks win the World Cup?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

"We are also a country that has a chance to become world champions because I hope we are the best team."

Will Warner Be Match-Ready?

Will Warner Be Match-Ready?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Warner will be examined by the Australian medical staff after batting in the nets before a final call is made on his availability for the series.

Andreescu battles to comeback win over Muguruza in Adelaide

Andreescu battles to comeback win over Muguruza in Adelaide

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

Andreescu back from the brink to down Muguruza

Another surprise in store in US Open women's draw?

Another surprise in store in US Open women's draw?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, are a handful of contenders ready to swoop in

Devasahayam Pillai declared saint by Pope Francis

Devasahayam Pillai declared saint by Pope Francis

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Devasahayam Pillai, who embraced Christianity in the 18th century, on Sunday became the first Indian layman to be declared a saint by Pope Francis during an impressive canonisation ceremony at the Vatican.

Wimbledon PIX: Battling Norrie sets up Djokovic semis

Wimbledon PIX: Battling Norrie sets up Djokovic semis

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

Images from Day 9 of the Wimbledon 2022 Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Tuesday.

Wimbledon PIX! Medvedev, Swiatek cruise as protesters disrupt play

Wimbledon PIX! Medvedev, Swiatek cruise as protesters disrupt play

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Daniil Medvedev quelled the challenge of wildcard Arthur Fery and Marta Kostyuk fought back to upset Maria Sakkari and storm into the Wimbledon second round on a rainy Wednesday.

PIX: Outfit change helps Swiatek down Zheng!

PIX: Outfit change helps Swiatek down Zheng!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Iga Swiatek used an outfit change to help her reset after a poor start and beat China's Zheng Qinwen.

Pregnant Mrs Nadal, Kyrgios's BAE

Pregnant Mrs Nadal, Kyrgios's BAE

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

At Wimbledon, on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, both Rafael Nadal and Nick Kyrgios were cheered and egged on by their respective partners from the players' box.

She Survived The Nazis. Can She Survive Putin?

She Survived The Nazis. Can She Survive Putin?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

For the past four months, 92-year-old Maria Nikolaevna has lived underground with her daughter, son-in-law and the family cat.

PIX: Milestone Messi 'tricks' Argentina to big win

PIX: Milestone Messi 'tricks' Argentina to big win

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Lionel Messi surpassed the 100-goals mark for World Cup champions Argentina on Tuesday by scoring a hat-trick in their 7-0 friendly win over Curacao.

Chess Olympiad: Red-hot India 'B' thrash Estonia 4-0

Chess Olympiad: Red-hot India 'B' thrash Estonia 4-0

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

India 'B' blanked Estonia 4-0 in the second round of the Open section in the 44th Chess Olympiad in Mamallapuram, Chennai, on Saturday while the second-seeded India 'A' team defeated Moldova 3.5-0.5 to make it two wins from as many matches.