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WC Preview: Tunisia fear England's 'most dangerous weapon' Alli

WC Preview: Tunisia fear England's 'most dangerous weapon' Alli

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

Tunisia fear facing England's 'most dangerous weapon'" - attacking midfielder Dele Alli - but the North Africans will be pushing for an upset in their opening game on Monday, said coach Nabil Maaloul.

China launches first domestically-built aircraft carrier

China launches first domestically-built aircraft carrier

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

It is the country's second aircraft carrier, after the Liaoning, and the first to be made domestically.

There really was no other option: Harry after 'Megxit'

There really was no other option: Harry after 'Megxit'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

His remarks come a day after Buckingham Palace announced Harry and Meghan, who had announced their decision to step back from their royal duties, will not use the "royal highness" titles as well as would no longer receive public funds for royal duties.

IBM takes the AI route to hire, retaining employees

IBM takes the AI route to hire, retaining employees

Rediff.com17 May 2019

IBM started using Watson last year in India in two of its key divisions, services and infrastructure, for the bulk of its 150,000 employees as part of its "predictive retention" programme.

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra aims to break new grounds

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra aims to break new grounds

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Neeraj is currently ranked fourth in the new rankings of the international federation.

11 Senegalese die watching WC in building collapse

11 Senegalese die watching WC in building collapse

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

Eleven people died in northern Senegal as the building in which they had gathered to watch a World Cup tie collapsed, the state agency APS said on Sunday.

The best goal celebrations at the 2010 World Cup

The best goal celebrations at the 2010 World Cup

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

A photo-feature on how some players celebrated after scoring at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

India drops down on World Press Freedom Index

India drops down on World Press Freedom Index

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

Attacks against journalists by supporters of ruling Bharatiya Janata Party increased in the run-up to general elections in the spring of 2019, the analysis alleged.

N Korean Scuds seized at sea

N Korean Scuds seized at sea

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002

The So San, with a dozen missiles and parts, was boarded by US and Spanish forces off the coast of Yemen.

India opposes BRI, PM says connectivity projects must respect sovereignty

India opposes BRI, PM says connectivity projects must respect sovereignty

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

India says it cannot accept a project that ignores its core concerns on sovereignty and territorial integrity.

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Those scheduled to attend the five-day WEF Annual meeting, beginning January 21, include more than 40 heads of state or government, including those from the UK, Australia, Japan, Iran, Israel, Pakistan, Brazil, Italy, Mauritius, Republic of Korea and Switzerland, WEF announced on Wednesday at a press conference in Geneva.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

Fascinating trends in crude oil prices are worth tracking

Fascinating trends in crude oil prices are worth tracking

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

China is slowing down, Europe is barely afloat and the US is meeting a larger chunk of its own demand.

Syria military strike may trigger new wave of terrorism: Putin

Syria military strike may trigger new wave of terrorism: Putin

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned the United States against any unilateral military stike on Syria, saying it would trigger a new wave of terrorism, result in the collapse of the United Nations and claim more innocent victims as the conflict could spread beyond Syria's borders.

The Indian on top of the world

The Indian on top of the world

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

From a poor farmer's family to IIT-IIM to the tallest peaks in the world, Malli Mastan Babu's story is the stuff movies are made of, discovers Chandrima Pal.

How Strauss overcame 'Testing Times'

How Strauss overcame 'Testing Times'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2009

New Zealand was not the first-choice venue for Andrew Strauss to relaunch his England career after he was banished to the wilderness two years ago.

Shorts: Paris marathon cancelled as COVID-19 surge in France

Shorts: Paris marathon cancelled as COVID-19 surge in France

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Rugby: Blues players sent home due to COVID-19 lockdown, still hoping to play last game.

At 28, she has travelled to all continents in the world

At 28, she has travelled to all continents in the world

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Meet the solo female traveller who making six-figures just following her dreams.

We will degrade and destroy Islamic State: Obama

We will degrade and destroy Islamic State: Obama

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Identifying Islamic State terrorists as uniquely brutal, United States President Barack Obama has announced that the country will lead a broad coalition to roll back the threat posed by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and his militia.

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'What accounts for the huge difference in death tolls between the most advanced countries and the relatively poorer countries?' mulls Virendra Kapoor.

Ponting and Clarke steady Australia

Ponting and Clarke steady Australia

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

A century stand between skipper Ricky Ponting and vice-captain Michael Clarke kept Australia afloat as they reached 194 for five at tea on the first day of the first Test against South Africa Thursday.

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.

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Ashwin 49 going on 50: All the Numbers

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

As Ashwin plays his 50th Test, Rajneesh Gupta gives us the offie's awesome numbers.

Partial solar eclipse on Republic Day

Partial solar eclipse on Republic Day

Rediff.com22 Jan 2009

While star gazers in north-eastern, eastern and southern parts of the country will witness a partial eclipse of the sun, those in southern parts of Africa, Antarctica, South East Asia and Australia will be treated to a rare annular solar eclipse.

Trump sacks Secretary of State Tillerson; CIA chief to replace him

Trump sacks Secretary of State Tillerson; CIA chief to replace him

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Trump also announced the appointment of Gina Haspel to head the Central Intelligence Agency -- the first woman selected for the agency's top post.

'Next few days, weeks and months will be difficult for Australian cricket'

'Next few days, weeks and months will be difficult for Australian cricket'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

It will be difficult for Australia's besmirched cricketers to reclaim their reputations when the dust settles on the ball-tampering scandal but the episode is nonetheless a chance for the team to reclaim some of its lost principles and values, feels former batsman Michael Hussey.

PM confident that talks with Putin will strengthen partnership

PM confident that talks with Putin will strengthen partnership

Rediff.com20 May 2018

In a series of tweets -- in Russian and then in English -- on the eve of his visit to Russia, Modi said he looked forward to his meeting with Putin.

'Blade Runner' Pistorius starts community service

'Blade Runner' Pistorius starts community service

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

South Africa's 'Blade Runner' Oscar Pistorius on Saturday started performing community service as part of his parole conditions after being released from prison last month, local media reported.

2019 FIFA awards: Who is in contention?

2019 FIFA awards: Who is in contention?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Liverpool's Champions League winning trio of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Sadio Mane joined regulars Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi on the shortlist for The Best FIFA Men's player award

Australia on brink of WC qualification

Australia on brink of WC qualification

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

Australia had one foot in next year's World Cup finals in South Africa after beating Uzbekistan 2-0 on Wednesday, while South Korea scored a late winner to down rivals North Korea 1-0 and wrestle back their Group Two lead.

India-SA ODIs as scheduled; named 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'

India-SA ODIs as scheduled; named 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

Cricket South Africa did its bit to honour Nelson Mandela on Friday, naming the ongoing ODI series against India as 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'.

Vice Prez Ansari leaves for Morocco, Tunisia

Vice Prez Ansari leaves for Morocco, Tunisia

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Vice President Hamid Ansari on Monday embarked on a five-day visit to Morocco and Tunisia as part of efforts to build on diplomatic gains from the India-Africa Summit and lay platform for a future partnership.

'This generation is not interested in the art of weaving'

'This generation is not interested in the art of weaving'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Dhiraj Deka talks to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com on how designers still struggle to acquire original Silk fabric from the market and how his growing business has helped the weavers earn more and lead a better livelihood.

Soccer Extras: Sturridge banned, fined for breaching betting rules

Soccer Extras: Sturridge banned, fined for breaching betting rules

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

How Abe enabled the India-Japan nuclear deal

How Abe enabled the India-Japan nuclear deal

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Prime Ministers Modi and Abe enjoyed a close and empathetic relationship and this certainly gave a sustained momentum to the India-Japan strategic partnership. It is necessary for India to reach out and engage with his successor as early as possible, advises former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Disgraced Aussie Smith begins comeback in Canada

Disgraced Aussie Smith begins comeback in Canada

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Smith, playing for the Toronto Nationals, showed few signs of rust in his 41-ball innings of 61, which included eight fours and a six, before being stumped and leaving the field to a standing ovation.

How Mugabe plunged Zimbabwe into an abyss of despair

How Mugabe plunged Zimbabwe into an abyss of despair

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

During his 37 year rule, the nation's lush fields became wastelands, disease and hunger became rampant and the economy registered a negative growth of six per cent.

Tata's coal project in limbo

Tata's coal project in limbo

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Coal Ministry has slapped showcause notice on North of Arkhapal Srirampur coal block allocated to the project in Odisha.

King Kohli climbs 'The Wall', eclipses 'The Don'

King Kohli climbs 'The Wall', eclipses 'The Don'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Indian captain Virat Kohli continued his unbelievable record-breaking spree with the bat as he surpassed the legendary Sir Donald Bradman and Rahul Dravid by becoming the first batsman to score double hundreds in four successive Test series.

The best airline staff in the world

The best airline staff in the world

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Here are the world's most courteous, friendly, helpful and efficient airline crews from each continent.