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BJP MLA blames idli-sambar for Goa's tourist decline

BJP MLA blames idli-sambar for Goa's tourist decline

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

BJP MLA Michael Lobo claims that the sale of idli-sambar in beach shacks is contributing to a decline in international tourists visiting Goa. He attributes the issue to the influx of businessmen from other places, including Bengaluru, who are operating food stalls in the shacks. Lobo also cites other factors impacting tourism, such as the war in Ukraine, the lack of younger foreign tourists, and conflict between cab aggregators and local taxi operators.

WI great Holding breaks down while talking about racism

WI great Holding breaks down while talking about racism

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

West Indies fast bowling great Michael Holding struggled to hold back tears on a live broadcast while talking about the racism his parents faced, a day after his powerful speech on the sensitive subject. Ahead of day one of the first Test between England and West Indies, Holding had said that the black race has been dehumanised and it will continue to be a victim until the entire human race is not educated on racism.

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

'US Taking Relations With Pakistan's Generals To A Very Dramatic Level'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Trump's sons, and the son of Trump's Mideast envoy Steven Witkoff, are in the crypto business and recently signed deals with Pakistan's crypto council.' 'It may not be coincidental that not long before the Trump-Munir meeting, the head of Pakistan's crypto council met with Trump's White House crypto policy czar.'

Tough to play all formats, need to be selective: Bumrah

Tough to play all formats, need to be selective: Bumrah

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Jasprit Bumrah termed the desire to represent India in the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 as a motivating factor for him.

US Vice Prez Vance, NSA Waltz to visit India on April 21 amid tariff war

US Vice Prez Vance, NSA Waltz to visit India on April 21 amid tariff war

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

US Vice President J D Vance and National Security Adviser Michael Waltz are scheduled to visit India on April 21, reflecting Washington's focus on strengthening its relationship with India amidst global concerns over President Donald Trump's tariff policy. Vance's visit is likely to be more of a private trip, while Waltz's visit will be a business trip with discussions on security in the Indo-Pacific region, high technology, critical minerals, and export controls. Both are expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi before his trip to Saudi Arabia. The visits come in the wake of Trump's recent pause on tariffs on all countries except China, following widespread economic concerns.

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

India's dominance hurts Test cricket: Chappell

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell has criticized the ICC, calling it an "event management company" and stating that financially stronger boards are dictating a self-serving schedule that harms Test cricket.

Remembering George Foreman

Remembering George Foreman

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Foreman, US President Donald Trump stated in a tribute on his Truth Social account, had the 'heaviest and biggest punch in the history of boxing'. Foreman, Trump added, was a 'great person, with a personality that was bigger than life.'

Holding to hang up broadcasting mic next year

Holding to hang up broadcasting mic next year

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

West Indies bowling legend says age is catching up with him and he can't go beyond 2021.

'Asim Munir's Aspiration Is Longevity'

'Asim Munir's Aspiration Is Longevity'

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'Munir hopes to solidify his hold on power.'

Are You Dying For Sex?

Are You Dying For Sex?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Horrors of the mind and modern technology rock the OTT this week.

Don't think I'd be alive if I grew up in UK: Holding

Don't think I'd be alive if I grew up in UK: Holding

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The 67-year-old Jamaican legend said how his sister found one of the chapters difficult to read as it takes a toll on anyone's emotions.

Gold ETFs Grow Popular in India

Gold ETFs Grow Popular in India

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'Increasingly, they treat gold as a financial asset in their portfolio rather than just as jewellery.'

India's fast bowling a bit ordinary, says Holding

India's fast bowling a bit ordinary, says Holding

Rediff.com5 May 2013

West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding says even though cricketers are making money through the IPL, it is damaging the sport.

Holding hails 'unflappable', 'maverick' Dhoni

Holding hails 'unflappable', 'maverick' Dhoni

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

'What a career this man had, a fantastic one. This man made almost 5,000 Test runs and remember, he's not a pure batsman, he's a wicket-keeper. Over such a long career, to be able keep wickets and do such a fantastic job is commendable'

How Lalchand Rajput helped Kohli become the best of the best

How Lalchand Rajput helped Kohli become the best of the best

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Now that Kohli has retired from Test cricket, Rajput feels that the cricketing community will miss his supercharged presence.

PIX: Rachin stars as NZ down Bangladesh, Pakistan knocked out

PIX: Rachin stars as NZ down Bangladesh, Pakistan knocked out

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the ICC Champions Trophy match played between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Rawalpindi on Monday.

'India-Pakistan Conflict Would Be A Limited One'

'India-Pakistan Conflict Would Be A Limited One'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'...without massive amounts of force.'

Champions League: Bayern survive Celtic scare

Champions League: Bayern survive Celtic scare

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Bayern Munich scored either side of halftime through Michael Olise and Harry Kane but had to endure late pressure from hosts Celtic before securing a 2-1 victory

Sikandar Review: Zzzzikander!

Sikandar Review: Zzzzikander!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

There's not any effort -- not even a smidgen -- to resurrect a superstar on the wane in Sikandar, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Never interested in what Lara says, never will be: Holding

Never interested in what Lara says, never will be: Holding

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

Legendary fast bowler Michael Holding on Wednesday dismissed Brian Lara's criticism of his conduct during West Indies' 1980 tour of New Zealand, saying he has "never been interested" in the batting great's opinions.

Can NZ finally break ICC curse vs formidable SA?

Can NZ finally break ICC curse vs formidable SA?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

New Zealand and South Africa, both laden with world-class talent but often falling short in ICC tournaments, will face off in a tightly contested Champions Trophy semifinal.

Can India capitalise on Dubai 'advantage' and beat NZ?

Can India capitalise on Dubai 'advantage' and beat NZ?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Successful in keeping opponents and vitriol at bay so far, India will have to rise above traditional bugbear New Zealand and a rigmarole of emotions surrounding stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to reclaim the Champions Trophy after 12 years in Dubai on Sunday.

Holding asks Virat Kohli to 'tone down a bit'

Holding asks Virat Kohli to 'tone down a bit'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

Holding said Kohli need to relax a little a bit

Holding slams England over pullout from Pakistan tour

Holding slams England over pullout from Pakistan tour

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

West Indies legend Michael Holding says England's decision to cancel its limited overs tours of Pakistan smacked of 'western arrogance' and the country wouldn't have ever done this to a rich and powerful cricket board like India.

You will always have racism, always have racists: Holding

You will always have racism, always have racists: Holding

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Holding believes that UK hasn't done enough to weed out racism.

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Glimpses of Republican presidential nominee Donald J Trump's final campaign rally at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, November 4, 2024.

Modi's day: Meetings with NSA, Musk, bilateral with Trump, and dinner

Modi's day: Meetings with NSA, Musk, bilateral with Trump, and dinner

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold bilateral meetings with US President Donald Trump and other prominent American personalities during his two-day visit to the United States.

From 2021 Pain To CT Glory: Varun's Dubai Redemption

From 2021 Pain To CT Glory: Varun's Dubai Redemption

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Varun Chakravarthy now holds the best figures by an Indian bowler on Champions Trophy debut. His five wicket haul in just his second ODI is the earliest by an Indian in 50 overs cricket.

My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: Ahistorical, But Entertaining

Kesari Chapter 2 Review: Ahistorical, But Entertaining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If you disregard history and are ready to watch Kesari 2 purely as an entertainer, you are definitely going to enjoy it, feels Utkarsh Mishra.

Holding criticises England team's 'moment of unity' gesture

Holding criticises England team's 'moment of unity' gesture

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

West Indies great Michael Holding criticised England cricket team's "moment of unity" gesture in the ongoing two-Test series against New Zealand, saying it was not supporting Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement but giving subtle meaning of "all lives matter".

How Rachin Ravindra Stole The Show

How Rachin Ravindra Stole The Show

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

With his century in Rawalpindi on Monday, Rachin Ravindra became the first player to score a century on debut in both the ICC World Cup and the ICC Champions Trophy.

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Brook Goes Level With Tendulkar

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Harry Brook matched the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's career-high of 898 rating points in the ICC Test batting rankings.

Holding slams Barbados pitch

Holding slams Barbados pitch

Rediff.com3 May 2003

The legendary fast bowler said it is the worst he has ever seen in the West Indies.

Oscar-Nominated Movies Rule OTT

Oscar-Nominated Movies Rule OTT

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Women power, rebellious love, shady godmen, love triangles and more on OTT. Sukanya Verma lists everything coming up on OTT this week.

Bundesliga PIX: Mainz stun Bayern; Leverkusen win

Bundesliga PIX: Mainz stun Bayern; Leverkusen win

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Mainz 05's Lee Jae-sung scored either side of the break as the hosts stunned Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich 2-1 on Saturday.

Champions Trophy: Pakistan 3, India 2

Champions Trophy: Pakistan 3, India 2

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Pakistan has the upper hand in the Champions Trophy, winning three of the five matches against India.

Sultan of Johor Cup: Dilraj leads India to victory

Sultan of Johor Cup: Dilraj leads India to victory

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Mohd Konain Dad (7th minute) opened India's account before Dilraj (17th, 50th), Sharda Nand (20th, 50th) struck.

'I Wish Sunny Scores Another Century'

'I Wish Sunny Scores Another Century'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'He is the best technically sound batsman I have seen till date and that too without a helmet.'