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10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The Natural History Museum's annual competition and exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year has been the longest-running and most prestigious nature and wildlife photography competition that has been recognising the world's best nature photography every year since 1965.

Davis Cup: Record-setter Nadal draws Spain level against Germany

Davis Cup: Record-setter Nadal draws Spain level against Germany

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

Victory meant Nadal set the record for the longest Davis Cup winning streak in combined singles and doubles rubbers with 23 matches in a row.

When Cilic aced Federer and handed him a 'tennis lesson'

When Cilic aced Federer and handed him a 'tennis lesson'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2014

Marin Cilic handed Roger Federer "a tennis lesson" in the semi-finals of the U.S. Open on Saturday, his coach Goran Ivanisevic said.

The ancient Indian myth that could save our oceans

The ancient Indian myth that could save our oceans

Rediff.com19 May 2017

Today humanity is churning the ocean with a thoughtless vengeance -- with toxic wastes, plastics and hazardous substances being dumped into our once pristine seas. And there is no benign Lord Shiva to rescue us from our collective greed, says Shyam Saran.

Williams sisters happy as women given centre stage

Williams sisters happy as women given centre stage

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Venus Williams said she was 'overjoyed' that Wimbledon organisers gave women the spotlight on the tournament's main showcourts on Wednesday.

PHOTOS: In Mumbai, it's pouring FUN

PHOTOS: In Mumbai, it's pouring FUN

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

The monsoons are here and while many complain about the water-logging, the traffic snarls and the overall damp squib the days become, one can't help smile as the rains also allow kids to engage in some fun, splashing around in the water.

Wimbledon PICS: Federer, Medvedev, Barty advance; Svitolina knocked out

Wimbledon PICS: Federer, Medvedev, Barty advance; Svitolina knocked out

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Images from Day 4 of the Wimbledon tennis championships played in London, on Wednesday.

9,851 cases, 273 deaths recorded in biggest spike

9,851 cases, 273 deaths recorded in biggest spike

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

The number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 1,10,960, while 1,09,461 people have recovered and one patient has migrated, it said.

World No 2 Saina in contention for BWF Woman Player of the Year

World No 2 Saina in contention for BWF Woman Player of the Year

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal has been nominated for the Woman Player of the Year Award of the Badminton World Federation after a consistent season which saw her occupy the world number one spot for a brief period.

Madrid Open: Bencic upsets world No 1 Osaka; Djokovic in semis

Madrid Open: Bencic upsets world No 1 Osaka; Djokovic in semis

Rediff.com10 May 2019

World number one Naomi Osaka lost in three sets to unseeded Swiss Belinda Bencic in the Madrid Open quarter-finals on Thursday as Simona Halep, Sloane Stephens and Kiki Bertens completed the final four line-up.

Berdych bounces back to pile misery on Cilic

Berdych bounces back to pile misery on Cilic

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Tomas Berdych rebounded from an opening defeat to revive his hopes at the ATP World Tour Finals by demolishing Croatia's Marin Cilic at the O2 Arena on Wednesday.

What you DON'T KNOW about Nedumudi Venu

What you DON'T KNOW about Nedumudi Venu

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

A Nedumudi Venu character was happiest when moving his head to a piece of music with his eyes closed; or, when inventing off of a note that a co-actor had left unfinished; or, when reciting a poem by Kavalam Narayana Panicker where a hymn about nature descends into a musing about cheating, depression and death, feels Sreehari Nair.

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Rediff.com29 May 2020

At war, the Jalashwa can carry and launch a full infantry battalion in a single wave. At peace, the Jalashwa can evacuate 1,000 people in a single trip. Ajai Shukla explains why the Indian Navy's new tender for more ships like the Jalashwa must be treated with special urgency.

Wimbledon: Cilic 'regrets' defeat against Federer

Wimbledon: Cilic 'regrets' defeat against Federer

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Having let three match points slide in the fourth set against Roger Federer on Centre Court, Marin Cilic may be forgiven for wanting to rewind the video and replay the key moments again. His Swiss conqueror snatched a pulsating fourth-set tiebreak 11-9 before winning 6-7(4) 4-6 6-3 7-6(9) 6-3 to reach his 11th Wimbledon semi-final and keep up the tilt for an eighth title.

Pakistan captures 16 Indian fishermen

Pakistan captures 16 Indian fishermen

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

The Pakistani Marine Security Agency (PMSA) allegedly fired several rounds in air before capturing of 16 Indian fishermen and assaulting them in the Arabian sea near International Marine Boundary Line on Thursday, a security official said.

Federer edges Copil for 99th career title in Basel

Federer edges Copil for 99th career title in Basel

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

World number three Roger Federer beat Romanian qualifier Marius Copil 7-6(5), 6-4 to win the Swiss Indoors on Sunday and claim his 99th career title in front of his home crowd in Basel.

New shoes please...Djokovic is slipping at the All England club

New shoes please...Djokovic is slipping at the All England club

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Top seed Novak Djokovic slipped and slid his way into the Wimbledon semi-finals on Wednesday, overcoming Marin Cilic and the distractions of Henman Hill to win 6-1, 3-6, 6-7(4), 6-2, 6-2 with the help of a new pair of shoes.

China Open: Srikanth pulls out; Sindhu, Saina eye title

China Open: Srikanth pulls out; Sindhu, Saina eye title

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Sindhu and Saina will once again be India's best bet as they look to put up a good show this week.

Govt to take steps to promote agri commodity exports: FM

Govt to take steps to promote agri commodity exports: FM

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

India is one of biggest producers and exporters of agri commodities.

'Zverev is leader of Gen Next tennis stars'

'Zverev is leader of Gen Next tennis stars'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Having Lendl, as I said, can only serve him as an incentive for an improvement, says Djokovic

Swiss authorities begin questioning detained FIFA officials

Swiss authorities begin questioning detained FIFA officials

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Swiss authorities have begun questioning the soccer officials who were arrested in Zurich in May in a corruption scandal and are facing extradition to the United States, legal sources said.

Amitabh@50: Stories you didn't know about the star

Amitabh@50: Stories you didn't know about the star

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Rasheed Kidwai unearths little-known stories from the Dadasaheb Phalke awardee's past as Amitabh Bachchan celebrates 50 years in the movies this month.

Nadal in no rush to join the super-coach trend

Nadal in no rush to join the super-coach trend

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Rafael Nadal is in no hurry to join the trend of hiring big names. He is quite happy with uncle Toni and will not be seeking to appoint a former Grand Slam winner to his coaching team.

The man who will lead America's war against Islamic State

The man who will lead America's war against Islamic State

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

United States President Barack Obama has chosen retired Marine Corps General John Allen, who earlier served as the commander of the US and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces in Afghanistan, to head the America-led global coalition against the dreaded terror group Islamic State, earlier know as ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria).

Zidane's straight talk on politics

Zidane's straight talk on politics

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

Warns against Le Pen in France election run-off

WATCH: How Cilic overpowered Ramakumar to moves into Tata Open quarters

WATCH: How Cilic overpowered Ramakumar to moves into Tata Open quarters

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Ramkumar played with a lot of passion against the 2014 US Open champion and 2017 Wimbledon finalist before bowing out with a 4-6, 3-6 second round defeat.

ABN Amro Open: Berdych ends title drought with Rotterdam victory

ABN Amro Open: Berdych ends title drought with Rotterdam victory

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Czech Tomas Berdych claimed his first ATP singles title in over a year with a comprehensive 6-4, 6-2 victory over Croatia's Marin Cilic at the ABN Amro World Tennis Tournament in Rotterdam on Sunday.

Recipe: Cheese Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo and Salsa

Recipe: Cheese Quesadillas with Pico de Gallo and Salsa

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Are you a fan of Mexican food? Then this recipe is meant for you.

UNESCO World Heritage tag for Mumbai's Art Deco buildings

UNESCO World Heritage tag for Mumbai's Art Deco buildings

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

These 19th-century Victorian Gothic buildings lie to the east of the Oval Maidan in Mumbai.

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

MasterChef Australia Season 13 winner Justin Narayan speaks about his Indian roots.

Cilic challenge awaits Federer as he seeks historic 8th Wimbledon crown

Cilic challenge awaits Federer as he seeks historic 8th Wimbledon crown

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

Already one of the greatest sportsmen of his era, Roger Federer will become the most successful man in Wimbledon history if he can beat Croatian Marin Cilic on Sunday's final and claim an unprecedented eighth men's singles title.

Obama launches 1st major op in Afghanistan

Obama launches 1st major op in Afghanistan

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

According to a New York Times report, the Marine Expeditionary Brigade is leading the operation, which has been described as the first major push in southern Afghanistan by the newly bolstered American force.

India reports over 9,000 COVID-19 cases for 5th day in row

India reports over 9,000 COVID-19 cases for 5th day in row

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

India is the fifth worst-hit nation by the COVID-19 pandemic after the United States, Brazil, Russia and the United Kingdom, according to the Johns Hopkins University data.

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

Rediff.com7 May 2019

We'd asked you, dear readers to tell us what is the one life lesson you would want to share.

Evergreen Federer already eyeing 2019 Aus Open

Evergreen Federer already eyeing 2019 Aus Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Australian Open champion Roger Federer is set to continue defying Father Time after announcing he will return to defend his title next year.

Trump to appoint 'Mad Dog' as new defence secretary

Trump to appoint 'Mad Dog' as new defence secretary

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Mattis attracted controversy in 2005 when he said 'it's fun to shoot some people'.

Down Syndrome model walks at New York Fashion Week

Down Syndrome model walks at New York Fashion Week

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

18-year old Madeline Stuart dazzled the runway for American label FTL Moda's Spring 2016 collection.

Will Cilic turn up heat on Federer at Australian Open?

Will Cilic turn up heat on Federer at Australian Open?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

Croatian Marin Cilic prepares to try to stop the Swiss claiming a sixth Australian Open title on Sunday.

Confident Cilic eyes first Wimbledon final

Confident Cilic eyes first Wimbledon final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

'I would say winning the US Open has helped me for all these grand slams I have played so far, and I believe the rest of my career' 'It's great for me to hear that even he, and a lot of players around, even ex-players, when they were looking before the tournament started, that they were seeing me as a player that could go quite deep (into the tournament)'

World Tour Finals: Why Cilic's dream turned into nightmare debut

World Tour Finals: Why Cilic's dream turned into nightmare debut

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Marin Cilic's debut appearance at the ATP World Tour Finals is fast turning into a nightmare after his second consecutive drubbing at the O2 Arena on Wednesday.