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Gambhir's era begins: Team India arrives in Sri Lanka

Gambhir's era begins: Team India arrives in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Men in Blue, led by newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir, arrived in Sri Lanka for a six-match white-ball series on Monday.

Wasim doubtful for India clash with rib injury

Wasim doubtful for India clash with rib injury

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Imad Wasim is in doubt for the upcoming high-voltage clash against India in the T20 World Cup 2024 due to a suspected rib injury

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'In Mumbai, isolation is a very different isolation.' 'It's not about actual physical loneliness.' 'It's the loneliness in the company of others, and I felt that that is a very Mumbai thing.' 'You can be travelling in the ladies compartment squashed against everybody's armpits and still be really, really sad and alone.'

'Good luck to him': Kapil Dev on Gambhir's new role

'Good luck to him': Kapil Dev on Gambhir's new role

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Kapil said about Gambhir, "Good luck to him. All the best..."

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Defending champion Neeraj Chopra signed off with a silver medal in the Olympics men's Javelin Throw in Paris on Thursday. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem was a class above the field, setting a new Games record of 92.97 metres for the gold medal.

Canada agreed to extradite only 5 terrorists: Ex-envoy

Canada agreed to extradite only 5 terrorists: Ex-envoy

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Of the 26 requests sent to Canada for extraditing Khalistani terrorists, Ottawa has resolved only five and the rest remain in limbo, India's top envoy to that country has said, calling it the result of 'inaction'.

Gill's bat, Yuvi's belief: Secrets behind Abhishek Sharma's redemption

Gill's bat, Yuvi's belief: Secrets behind Abhishek Sharma's redemption

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Mentor Yuvraj Singh was very happy when I got out for duck, he must be proud now: Abhishek Sharma

No proposal for India-Pakistan bilaterial series: PCB

No proposal for India-Pakistan bilaterial series: PCB

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday made it clear that it has made no proposal to play an offshore T20I series against India.

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

SEE: Gambhir's heartfelt tribute to KKR fans

SEE: Gambhir's heartfelt tribute to KKR fans

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Gambhir, who recently stepped down as KKR's coach after leading them to their first title in a decade, posted an emotional farewell message.

Mrs Bumrah's Knockout Style

Mrs Bumrah's Knockout Style

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

No wonder Jasprit Bumrah's dil goes 'boom boom' each time he sees her.

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

Review: Suriya Rises Above Kanguva

Review: Suriya Rises Above Kanguva

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Kanguva is a mishmash of conceptually strong set pieces that feels bloated, as the central scaffolding holding together the core themes of love that heals over time and eternity, feels like an afterthought, observes Arjun Menon.

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

'Ready. Able. Determined!'

'Ready. Able. Determined!'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

From adversity to triumph, '#RishabhPant's journey to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup is a testament of resilience and determination'.

2 dead after iron grille falls in Noida mall

2 dead after iron grille falls in Noida mall

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The duo were walking towards an escalator on the ground floor of Galaxy Blue Sapphire mall when the iron structure fell on them from the fifth floor, leaving them dead on the spot, Additional DCP (Central Noida) Hridesh Katheriya said.

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

A Resort Full Of Army, Cricket Memories

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Run by a former cricketer and son of India's military heroes, Mike's Forest Retreat is an ode to all that we hold dear.

T20 World Cup Final At Weather's Mercy

T20 World Cup Final At Weather's Mercy

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

According to accuweather.com, the weather conditions in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Saturday is expected to be 'cloudy, windy and humid with a couple of showers and a thunderstorm early in the day.'

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

When Justice Ahmadi Sentenced Terrorists To Death

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Determined not to be arm-twisted into delaying the execution, he decided to hold a late night hearing at his residence. In the pitch blackness of the night, the original verdict was upheld. The next morning, on 9 October 1992, General Vaidya's assassins were hanged until death.

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

China delivered their best performance at a Summer Olympics since the 2008 Games on home soil

'Rohit's leadership key to India's success'

'Rohit's leadership key to India's success'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Rohit has earned laurels in white-ball cricket, and his impressive tally speaks volumes about his prowess in limited-over cricket.

Arshdeep mulls over likelihood of Test debut for India

Arshdeep mulls over likelihood of Test debut for India

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh, who played an instrumental role in Men in Blue's T20 World Cup triumph, opened up on Friday about getting a chance in Test cricket

Young guns to fill void left by Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja

Young guns to fill void left by Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

"There is plenty of talent...": Vaughan on Virat, Rohit,Jadeja retiring from T20Is

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

Rohit reveals thought process during T20 WC final nail-biter

Rohit reveals thought process during T20 WC final nail-biter

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The 'Hitman' said that being focused and staying calm helped India overcome Proteas and pull out a win from the jaws of defeat.

Gill calls his young team a 'great bunch of players'

Gill calls his young team a 'great bunch of players'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Shubman Gill was happy to tick off the 'chase' box from his skipper's check list

Rahane to play County Championship for Leicestershire

Rahane to play County Championship for Leicestershire

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The 36-year-old is signed as a replacement for South African Wiaan Mulder, who is expected to travel to the West Indies with the Proteas in August.

T20 WC: India advance confidently to Super 8

T20 WC: India advance confidently to Super 8

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Rain washed out India's final group stage match against Canada, but the Men in Blue head to the Caribbean brimming with confidence after a dominant performance.

Sharmajee Ki Beti Review: Lightweight Feminism

Sharmajee Ki Beti Review: Lightweight Feminism

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Sharmajee Ki Beti's airy-fairy approach doesn't quite convince. It's like the women are all angels readily accepting any change or transgression while the men are either super supportive or super schmucks, notes Sukanya Verma.

Focus on Kohli as India aim to avoid series loss in Sri Lanka

Focus on Kohli as India aim to avoid series loss in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

India's previous bilateral ODI series defeat against Sri Lanka came way back in 1997.

Play all formats with honesty: Gambhir's vision

Play all formats with honesty: Gambhir's vision

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Gambhir has made his selection process clear by stating his strong belief in players featuring across all three formats.

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Amit Panghal's campaign at the Paris Olympics mirrored his experience at the Tokyo Games. The seasoned boxer once again made a pre-quarter-finals exit while debutant Jaismine Lamboria was also ousted on Tuesday.

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

India favoured but England can upset: Collingwood

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The pitch in Guyana has favoured the bowlers in the past by slowing down as the game goes on.

Wankhede Buzzing With Tiranga Fever

Wankhede Buzzing With Tiranga Fever

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In a spirited show of support, fans have gathered with creative placards, expressing unwavering confidence in Team India.

Super Toned Kriti Is Simply Wow

Super Toned Kriti Is Simply Wow

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

She's got the look for those who want to impress at the gym and post it too.

PIX: Marchand makes swimming history with golden double

PIX: Marchand makes swimming history with golden double

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics swimming action at the La Defense Arena, Paris, on Wednesday.

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Did Jeff Bezos decide against endorsing Harris because it would hurt his business interests? Only God and Bezos know, and neither of them are talking, notes Prem Panicker.

PIX: Taiwan celebrates badminton victory against China

PIX: Taiwan celebrates badminton victory against China

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Taiwan supporters celebrated their country's first gold medal at the Paris Games on Sunday during a badminton doubles final that took place without their national flag.

India played their best cricket in the World Cup: Brian Lara

India played their best cricket in the World Cup: Brian Lara

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara showered praise on Rohit Sharma-led Team India saying that the 'Men in Blue' played their best cricket at the ODI World Cup 2023.

'Brilliant work lads'

'Brilliant work lads'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Australia broke their winless streak against India in the U-19 title clashes as its pace attack helped defend 254 against Men in Blue, winning their first title since 2010 and overall their fourth title on Sunday.