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Tsitsipas anti-vaccine comments irks Greek govt

Tsitsipas anti-vaccine comments irks Greek govt

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'...What is at stake, however, is his ability to assess the need for vaccinations or whether the vaccine has been tested for a sufficient period of time. And ... he has neither the knowledge nor the studies nor the research work that would allow him to form an opinion about it.'

'I can never be Urmila Matondkar'

'I can never be Urmila Matondkar'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

'Beauty and sex are different.'

Osaka to take a break after shock defeat at US Open

Osaka to take a break after shock defeat at US Open

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

A fan favourite, Naomi Osaka has struggled with uneven play since she withdrew from Roland Garros earlier this year amid a public row with tournament officials over required media appearances.

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Nottinghamshire police said the 31-year-old suspect, who remains in custody, then went on to stab a man in his 50s to death and also attempted to run over three people - still in hospital - with a van stolen from that man.

PIX: India's largest hockey stadium

PIX: India's largest hockey stadium

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium in Sundargarh district will be packed to the rafters during the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup.

Will India bring in Shaw for series-deciding 3rd T20 vs NZ?

Will India bring in Shaw for series-deciding 3rd T20 vs NZ?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

With the series on the line, captain Hardik Pandya is unlikely to make changes despite clamour for inclusion of Prithvi Shaw.

Soccer: Manchester United's Greenwood dropped by Nike

Soccer: Manchester United's Greenwood dropped by Nike

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Eriksen seeks return to 'normal life' with Brentford

'We will keep it simple against Wales'

'We will keep it simple against Wales'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Asked about the lack of goals as India have scored just two in as many matches, Reid said, "There is no specific reason for that. I would have been worried if we were not creating opportunities."

Unvaccinated players can compete at Australian Open?

Unvaccinated players can compete at Australian Open?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

In the email, the WTA said it wanted to "clear up false and misleading information" about the conditions players would face at the Australian Open.

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Real Madrid fought back from the brink of elimination to beat Manchester City 3-1 after extra time and 6-5 on aggregate in an enthralling and dramatic Champions League semi-final on Wednesday.

WADA to ramp up testing to fill anti-doping 'gaps'

WADA to ramp up testing to fill anti-doping 'gaps'

Rediff.com26 May 2020

WADA said doping control samples continued to be stored for future analysis and, with the help of the athlete biological passport, some samples collected post-COVID-19 might reveal doping that occurred during the shutdown period.

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

At the Leo fete, Vijay had this also to tell his fans: 'I know you all are in my heart. But today, I also know that I am also in the hearts of all of you...' A typical politician's line, did you say, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Fans see double standards in FIFA political sympathies

Fans see double standards in FIFA political sympathies

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The first World Cup in the Middle East has been anything but insulated from the troubles of the volatile region, set against a backdrop of anti-government protests in Iran and an upsurge in Israeli-Palestinian violence.

COVID-19: Birmingham CWG 2022 scraps athletes' village plan

COVID-19: Birmingham CWG 2022 scraps athletes' village plan

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

The original project, part of the regeneration of the Perry Barr area of the city, will still be finished to a revised deadline to provide local housing.

World Championships medal on Neeraj's mind

World Championships medal on Neeraj's mind

Rediff.com28 May 2022

'My approach has been to do my best on the day according to the situation'

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

''Madam, we want to salute you with flowers and cake'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'Society deals with you the way they do, or forms an opinion, depending on if your family is with you every step of the way.'

'Special Ks' roll into Australian Open doubles final

'Special Ks' roll into Australian Open doubles final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Kyrgios and Kokkinakis were nicknamed the 'Special Ks' as juniors

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Much of Warne's life resonates for Australians, most of whom would identify with his suburban upbringing and his determination to live life to the fullest.

Rotating keepers 'great strategy', reckons Sreejesh

Rotating keepers 'great strategy', reckons Sreejesh

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

'We are exchanging in quarters. He is getting exposure while I have got enough experience. It is a good thing for the future.'

France ready to 'mess with England collectively'

France ready to 'mess with England collectively'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

'We have to look at the whole team, not just one player. If we play together, and stay compact we can do well. I would not target a single player.'

'Vaccination of Olympics-bound athletes our top priority'

'Vaccination of Olympics-bound athletes our top priority'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju had also said that Olympic-bound athletes will be given priority in the vaccination.

Sports Shorts: Sania-Black storm into semis in Tokyo

Sports Shorts: Sania-Black storm into semis in Tokyo

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Defending champion Sania Mirza and Cara Black knocked out Martina Hingis and Belinda Bencic in straight sets to reach the semi-finals of the Toray Pan Pacific Open, in Tokyo.

Formula One postpones Australian GP, China uncertain

Formula One postpones Australian GP, China uncertain

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Australia was given a new date of Nov. 21 for the race in Melbourne.

No resumption of international hockey anytime soon

No resumption of international hockey anytime soon

Rediff.com20 May 2020

International hockey can resume only after COVID-19 vaccine is developed: FIH

Olympic gold-winning hockey legend Datt passes away

Olympic gold-winning hockey legend Datt passes away

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Two-time Olympic gold medal-winning hockey legend Keshav Datt died on Wednesday due to age-related ailments, marking the end of a glorious era in the sport.

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

The Wimbledon Championships will become a 14-day tournament from 2022, with matches set to be played on Middle Sunday, traditionally a day off at the grasscourt Grand Slam.

Hearing Loss in Your 20s? 12 Possible Reasons

Hearing Loss in Your 20s? 12 Possible Reasons

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Injury due to self-cleaning of ears with Q-tips or sharp objects like pencils, pins, forceps also contribute to hearing loss, warns Dr Aditi Sinha.

Tokyo residents criticise reported alcohol sales plan

Tokyo residents criticise reported alcohol sales plan

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

Organisers are still considering whether alcohol will be served in venues, Tokyo 2020 President Seiko Hashimoto said late on Monday.

Jaguar F-Pace 30d R-Sport: First Drive Review

Jaguar F-Pace 30d R-Sport: First Drive Review

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Prices for the F-Pace start at Rs 68.4 lakh, for the base spec Pure model with the 2.0-litre diesel motor. For the top-spec R-Sport variant, you will have to shell out a whopping Rs 1.02 crore though, and that is before you get to the options list or pay for the insurance.

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

WC PIX: Japan erupts in cheers and tears

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Tears of joy in Japan after nail-biting win over Spain

What Next for Indian Hockey?

What Next for Indian Hockey?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

It is important that these events do not remain one-offs. It is crucial that India sets long-term targets, and not solely depend on foreign coaches from regions that continue to produce some of the finest talents in the world, asserts Arindam Roy.

Deportation drama motivated Djokovic to 'great results'

Deportation drama motivated Djokovic to 'great results'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

'The fact that I wasn't playing for several months beginning of last year allowed me to really get together with my team and work on my body, on my strokes, which has later helped me to achieve some great results.'

PIX: F1's new-look car for 2022 season

PIX: F1's new-look car for 2022 season

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Formula One offered fans a glimpse of the future on Thursday with a presentation of what cars will look like next season when the sport undergoes a rules revamp to make racing closer and more exciting.

'Warner will have a point to prove in IPL'

'Warner will have a point to prove in IPL'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

David Warner is set to lead the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season and assistant coach Shane Watson said the opener will have a point to prove in the tournament.

When President Wanted To Get Rid Of Rajiv Gandhi

When President Wanted To Get Rid Of Rajiv Gandhi

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Gianiji had crafted his moves with the meticulous planning of a chess grandmaster. He did not know whether a checkmate was feasible, as his time was running out, but he wanted Rajiv Gandhi to smell the fear of loss. A fascinating excerpt from K C Singh's The Indian President: An Insider's Account of the Zail Singh Years.

Adhir's 'Raavan' jibe after Shah linked Cong protests to Ram temple

Adhir's 'Raavan' jibe after Shah linked Cong protests to Ram temple

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury accused the ruling dispensation of resorting to diversionary tactics.

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

For some, the delayed Asian Games means more time to rest and prepare, for others the postponement has "messed up" their planning.

Ind vs Pak: Former players question contentious no ball call

Ind vs Pak: Former players question contentious no ball call

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

There was a lot of noise over social media platforms over the last-over waist-high no ball.

Table Tennis chief mulls Grand Smash mega tournaments

Table Tennis chief mulls "Grand Smash" mega tournaments

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Mulls scrapping individual world championships

Indian athletes will go unbranded in Tokyo Olympics

Indian athletes will go unbranded in Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

After dropping Chinese sportswear company Li Ning as India's Olympic kit sponsor, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said the country's athletes will not wear branded apparel in the upcoming Tokyo Games even as the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) claimed that the search is on for a new partner.