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Tomic links up with Croatian coach during dad's ban

Tomic links up with Croatian coach during dad's ban

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Australian number one Bernard Tomic has appointed Croatian Velimir Zovko as his new co-coach while his father John serves the remainder of a ban for assaulting his former training partner.

There will be life after Zlatan Ibrahimovic...

There will be life after Zlatan Ibrahimovic...

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

Having spent so long depending on the outrageous individual talent of striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Swedes have often wondered what the future holds after his retirement. Their UEFA Under-21 championship-winning side may just have provided the answer.

From Section 377 to Aadhaar: 5 key judgments by CJI Dipak Misra

From Section 377 to Aadhaar: 5 key judgments by CJI Dipak Misra

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Ahead of CJI Dipak Misra's final day as the head of the judiciary of India, here's a look at the key judgments that he was a part of.

Wishlist for new PM: India Inc waits for reforms tsunami

Wishlist for new PM: India Inc waits for reforms tsunami

Rediff.com17 May 2014

Wishlist for new PM includes growth boosters, reining in inflation, faster project clearance and reversal of Land Acquisition Act

State of the Union: Trump hails 'new American moment'

State of the Union: Trump hails 'new American moment'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Unveiling his second year agenda to a deeply divided Congress and nation, a bullish United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday used his first State of the Union address to appeal for bipartisanship on issues like immigration while pledging to tackle the Islamic State and a nuclear-armed North Korea.

Shastri claims vindication of India's DRS stance following Ashes howlers

Shastri claims vindication of India's DRS stance following Ashes howlers

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Former Indian captain Ravi Shastri has insisted that widespread criticism has vindicated India's blunt and uncompromising position on the Decision Review System (DRS), saying that the 'shit' has hit the roof in a massive series, referring to the Ashes.

Modi in Qingdao tomorrow to attend SCO Summit, India's focus on combating terror

Modi in Qingdao tomorrow to attend SCO Summit, India's focus on combating terror

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Modi will hold several bilateral meetings with the leaders of the SCO member countries including China's Xi Jinping.

Bengaluru's shame! Women molested on New Year eve, minister blames 'western ways'

Bengaluru's shame! Women molested on New Year eve, minister blames 'western ways'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Thousands of men mobbed the revellers, and groped and trash talked the women in the streets on Saturday night even as a large number of policemen were deployed in the area.

Send Rajan back to Chicago if you want to see economic growth at 10%: Swamy

Send Rajan back to Chicago if you want to see economic growth at 10%: Swamy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Subramanian Swamy said if income tax is abolished, middle class will deposit money in banks which can be invested in manufacturing.

Lessons from Tripura

Lessons from Tripura

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

'The Communist rule in Tripura was exceptional while it lasted for a quarter century in giving good governance.' 'The chief minister himself was the paragon of virtues in his dedication in public life.' 'But all that still didn't add up when the BJP's dream merchants came up with their famous 'development agenda'.' 'One thing that emerges indisputably in the Tripura election results is that needs and aspirations more or less narrow down to one little word -- jobs,' says M K Bhadrakumar.

PIX: When Saudi King Abdullah visited India

PIX: When Saudi King Abdullah visited India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

In January 2006, King Abdullah became the first Saudi monarch in 51 years to visit India.

Japan gets ready for a new Emperor

Japan gets ready for a new Emperor

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The emperor has no political power, yet he enjoys a unique place in Japanese society, notes Dr Rajaram Panda.

At mega TMC rally, united Oppn vows to oust Modi

At mega TMC rally, united Oppn vows to oust Modi

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

Over 20 political parties, except the Biju Janata Dal and the Communist Party of India-Marxist-led Left Front, took part in the massive rally.

Indian-American pleads guilty to funding Al Qaeda

Indian-American pleads guilty to funding Al Qaeda

Rediff.com13 Jul 2014

A 31-year-old Indian-American, caught in a Federal Bureau of Investigation sting operation, faces up to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to providing thousands of dollars in material support to three terror groups operating under the Al Qaeda in war-torn Syria and Somalia.

Oil price rise could derail many of Delhi's calculations

Oil price rise could derail many of Delhi's calculations

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The task of Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to keep inflation under check, even when the country reeled under severe drought for two years in a row, and reduce the current account deficit, was made easier by low crude oil prices.

Australia's job not yet finished despite turnaround in Ashes

Australia's job not yet finished despite turnaround in Ashes

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

Australian business magnate Don Argus, who penned the landmark review of Australian cricket in 2011, has warned the team and its selectors that they must not be fooled into thinking the job is done despite the Ashes hosts revival.

Why Modi's visit to Fiji Islands is timely

Why Modi's visit to Fiji Islands is timely

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be the second Indian prime minister to visit Fiji after Indira Gandhi, comes at a time when the islands are moving to consolidate the new democratic system

Brace yourself for a major water crisis

Brace yourself for a major water crisis

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

The IMD has said temperatures in most parts of the country from March to May would be 'above normal'.

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The two leaders heaped praise upon each other for effectively implementing prohibition in their states, reports M I Khan from Patna.

Fresh rebellion in Maya's party, MLAs accuse leadership of selling tickets

Fresh rebellion in Maya's party, MLAs accuse leadership of selling tickets

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

They alleged that the BSP was getting a 'bad name' because of the 'huge sums' being demanded for party tickets.

'Centre should come out with a special Act for Sabarimala'

'Centre should come out with a special Act for Sabarimala'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

'Hindu unity is possible without any external forces playing any role if their faith is questioned.'

New Milan coach Mihajlovic out to prove his worth on big stage

New Milan coach Mihajlovic out to prove his worth on big stage

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

New AC Milan coach Sinisa Mihajlovic is known for his hot temper and iron will and fans will hope those traits inspire rather than alienate his players as he bids to turn around the fortunes of Italy's fallen giants.

When can we expect a 2nd Trump-Kim summit?

When can we expect a 2nd Trump-Kim summit?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

'Xi Jinping is keen that the second Trump-Kim summit happens soonest.' 'Kim is reported to have told Xi that he expects to achieve a result from a second summit that the international community would welcome,' points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

The greatest player ever at Wimbledon

The greatest player ever at Wimbledon

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

'One year Borg worked on his serve, another year on the slice, the third year on his grip.'

How new-look Euro 2016 passes drama test...

How new-look Euro 2016 passes drama test...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Wednesday evening's dramatic Euro 2016 group stage finale concluded an engrossing opening round that was tight and tense to the last as the expanded new-look European Championship passed its first test.

Uncle Sam and the Elephant

Uncle Sam and the Elephant

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

If Paris really meant to serve as a landmark in recognising equity in climate negotiations, it should have heralded the second phase of the Kyoto protocol. Instead we have all countries, India and China included, all signing up with voluntary commitments in what can only be seen as a race to the bottom, reports Darryl D'Monte.

President Kalam, an idea whose time had come

President Kalam, an idea whose time had come

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

Here was an Indian like you and me, who reached the country's highest office without compromising on his integrity or values. Here was a politician who was not a Muslim, or Tamil, or a boatman's son -- but an Indian president, who opened his office to all Indians, says Sriram Karri.

World Cup Blog: Is the Indian media conspiring against the Pakistan team?

World Cup Blog: Is the Indian media conspiring against the Pakistan team?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

Modi in Assam: Must accommodate Hindu migrants from B'desh

Modi in Assam: Must accommodate Hindu migrants from B'desh

Rediff.com22 Feb 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Saturday said Hindu migrants from Bangladesh must be accommodated in the country and detention camps would be done away with once his party comes to power.

PM unveils 112-ft bust of 'Adiyogi' Shiva; extols Yoga

PM unveils 112-ft bust of 'Adiyogi' Shiva; extols Yoga

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Before unveiling the giant 'Adiyogi' bust, Modi lighted the 'Maha Yoga Yagna' and released the book Adiyoga: The source of Yoga, which deals with yogic sciences.

Formula One faces BIG shake-up after Liberty deal

Formula One faces BIG shake-up after Liberty deal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Formula One faces its biggest shake-up in decades with the announcement on Wednesday that US cable TV mogul John Malone's Liberty Media has agreed to take control of the cash-generating glamour sport.

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Annabel Mehta, Sachin Tendulkar's mother-in-law, has dedicated her life to working with the Beautiful People of the other half of Mumbai without whom the city would neither exist nor thrive. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel met the amazing lady who was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire for her service to underprivileged communities.

Breaking protocol, US to host Modi on a 'special gesture date'

Breaking protocol, US to host Modi on a 'special gesture date'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

In a significant departure from tradition, the United States has decided to host Prime Minister Narendra Modi by working out a "special gesture date" around the 69th Session of the United Nations General Assembly meeting that is scheduled to take place on September 26 in New York.

'Rockstar' Modi charms Australian media

'Rockstar' Modi charms Australian media

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

'A rockstar!' 'Absolutely fantastic' ... That's how media outlets in Australia have been describing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he traversed through the continent, charming people and political leadership along the way.

Pakistan's dangerous obsession with nuclear weapons

Pakistan's dangerous obsession with nuclear weapons

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

For the world and India, one of the most enduring challenges of the times is for Pakistan's nukes to be neutralised, before they are ever used by the State, their sponsored non-State actors or any rogue elements from the many terror tanzeems dotting Pakistan's unstable landscape, says Lieutenant General Kamal Davar (retd).

Pak army chief prepares to turn on LeT, Jaish

Pak army chief prepares to turn on LeT, Jaish

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Pakistan's new Army Chief has begun setting the stage to act against groups like LeT and JeM

Blogs: Is ICC World Cup really 'world's third-biggest sporting event'?

Blogs: Is ICC World Cup really 'world's third-biggest sporting event'?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

Australian PM Rudd calls for election on September 7

Australian PM Rudd calls for election on September 7

Rediff.com4 Aug 2013

Five weeks after he seized the Labor Party leadership, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on Sunday set September 7 as the date for the country's next parliamentary elections amid growing unemployment and budget deficit.

Can Aussies salvage pride in Adelaide?

Can Aussies salvage pride in Adelaide?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

Going into the final Test against South Africa, Australia are staring at the lowest ebb in their 140-year cricketing history.

The fall and rise of political dynasties

The fall and rise of political dynasties

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Why, centuries after the French Revolution promised an end to feudalism, do political dynasties persist -- even in democracies, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.