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Can't rule out Ferguson return: Wenger

Can't rule out Ferguson return: Wenger

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Alex Ferguson could return to a job in football management despite his retirement at the end of last season, according to his old Arsenal adversary Arsene Wenger.

UK delivering on new FTA with India, says Rishi Sunak

UK delivering on new FTA with India, says Rishi Sunak

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reiterated the UK's commitment to a free trade agreement (FTA) with India as part of the country's wider focus on enhancing ties with the strategic Indo-Pacific region and standing up to competitors with "robust pragmatism". Delivering his first major foreign policy speech since taking charge at 10 Downing Street last month at the Lord Mayor of London's Banquet on Monday evening, the British Indian leader reflected upon his heritage and committed to promoting British values of "freedom and openness" around the world. He also pledged to "do things differently" far removed from the so-called "golden era" with China, which he said poses a "systemic challenge" to British values and interests.

Can Arsenal stifle Leicester charge in big-ticket weekend match?

Can Arsenal stifle Leicester charge in big-ticket weekend match?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey hopes the North London can choke LeicesterCity's unexpected Premier League title charge after picking up their first win in five matches in Sunday's 2-0 win over Bournemouth.

PHOTOS: 2 Charlie Hebdo attack suspects located in North France

PHOTOS: 2 Charlie Hebdo attack suspects located in North France

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Cherif Kouachi and Said Kouachi, the two brothers suspected of having attacked the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo killing 12, were spotted in northern France on Thursday.

Day before UK mosque attack, suspect cursed Muslims and vowed to do 'some damage'

Day before UK mosque attack, suspect cursed Muslims and vowed to do 'some damage'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Father-of-four Darren Osborne was arrested by police for ploughing a van into Muslims in London. On his arrest, he yelled, "I want to kill all Muslims."

EPL: Sharpened Spurs out to prick City bubble

EPL: Sharpened Spurs out to prick City bubble

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

Tottenham fell to seventh after winning just one league game in November but have since recovered with a morale-boosting Champions League victory over APOEL Nicosia, followed by two consecutive domestic wins to climb back into the top four.

4 things we learned as Leicester stunned Tottenham

4 things we learned as Leicester stunned Tottenham

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

Manager Mauricio Pochettino bemoaned his side's first half display as Tottenham Hotspur's poor run of form continued with a disappointing 2-1 defeat at Leicester City in the Premier League on Tuesday.

The winners of the LUMIX People's Choice Award

The winners of the LUMIX People's Choice Award

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

After several rounds of voting, the results are in. The LUMIX People's Choice Award goes to David Lloyd for his amazing photograph of two lions greeting each other and rubbing their faces for 30 seconds. The 2018 competition attracted over 45,000 entries from professionals and amateurs across 95 countries. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the Natural History Museum's annual showcase of the world's best nature photography and photojournalism. Seen by millions of people all over the world, the images celebrate the astonishing diversity of life on earth, whilst challenging us to address the big questions facing our planet.

EPL PIX: Headline: Son shines as Spurs stun Man City

EPL PIX: Headline: Son shines as Spurs stun Man City

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

British pop singer George Michael dies at age 53

British pop singer George Michael dies at age 53

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Michael was due to release a documentary in 2017 after years of living as a virtual recluse in which he hit the headlines for a series of bizarre incidents linked to drugs.

MQM chief: Got no funds from India, have no ties with RAW

MQM chief: Got no funds from India, have no ties with RAW

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

The founder and chief of Pakistan's Muttahida Qaumi Movement, under fire for allegedly receiving funds from India, has swore that neither he, nor his party had any connection with India's external intelligence agency RAW.

Chelsea go seven points clear as City held by Hull

Chelsea go seven points clear as City held by Hull

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Chelsea landed a potentially decisive blow in the Premier League title race with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa on Saturday that put them seven points clear of Manchester City, who self-destructed in a 1-1 draw at home to Hull.

Burqa-clad woman must show her face, says UK judge

Burqa-clad woman must show her face, says UK judge

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

A British judge has insisted that a burqa-clad woman must show her face in court to confirm her identity, saying the "principle of open justice" could not be subject to religion.

Ozil soon to decide on his Arsenal future

Ozil soon to decide on his Arsenal future

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Meanwhile, Manchester United winger Jesse Lingard says his "heart is at Old Trafford" and negotiations are ongoing over a new deal with the club that will extend a contract that runs out at the end of next season.

Van Gaal remains open to Spurs approach

Van Gaal remains open to Spurs approach

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Louis van Gaal has said he would consider joining Tottenham Hotspur once his contract with the Dutch national team finishes after this year's World Cup in Brazil.

PICS: Haaland strikes again as City go top; Chelsea stroll past Wolves

PICS: Haaland strikes again as City go top; Chelsea stroll past Wolves

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Saturday

UEFA CL: Walcott warns against complacency despite superb form

UEFA CL: Walcott warns against complacency despite superb form

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Arsenal striker Theo Walcott expects Bulgarian side Ludogorets to be fearful ahead of their visit to the Emirates for the Champions League group stage tie on Wednesday.

What's Time Zone Politics?

What's Time Zone Politics?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In a world without politics, time zones would change by an hour for a shift of 15 degrees of longitude. But, of course, political considerations apply, explains Devangshu Datta.

PIO doctor facing terror charges challenges extradition to India from UK

PIO doctor facing terror charges challenges extradition to India from UK

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Dr Mukul Hazarika, who is a general practitioner at County Durham, is sought by the Indian authorities to stand trial for conspiracy related to a banned terrorist organisation in India.

It's A Chai Chai World!

It's A Chai Chai World!

Rediff.com24 May 2023

International Tea Day is a good occasion to brew a special pot of chai.

Factbox: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger

Factbox: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Here are some key facts about Wenger:

When The Party Ends And Reality's Cold Light Shines Through...

When The Party Ends And Reality's Cold Light Shines Through...

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

There will be a lot to repair and rejuvenate -- if that opportunity even presents itself, warns Rathin Roy.

Liverpool look to their Mane man as Spurs visit beckons

Liverpool look to their Mane man as Spurs visit beckons

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Such is the impact Sadio Mane has made on Liverpool that the 24-year-old is an automatic pick to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Saturday while experienced international teammates scrap it out to play alongside him.

EPL: With WC in sight, Vermaelen likely to quit Arsenal

EPL: With WC in sight, Vermaelen likely to quit Arsenal

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Central defender Thomas Vermaelen is mulling the prospect of leaving Arsenal in January to boost his chances of playing for Belgium in the World Cup finals.

EPL: Arsenal's Xhaka gaffe gifts Burnley a point

EPL: Arsenal's Xhaka gaffe gifts Burnley a point

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

A dreadful defensive error from Arsenal's Granit Xhaka gifted Burnley an equaliser as the sides drew 1-1 at Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday.

Arsenal fighting to stave off Champions League 'disappointment'

Arsenal fighting to stave off Champions League 'disappointment'

Rediff.com16 May 2017

Arsenal are fifth in the Premier League table with two games to play. They will miss out on finishing in the top four for the first time in more than 20 years if they win their remaining matches but Liverpool and Manchester City do not drop points.

Soccer Transfers: United offload Lukaku, Spurs strengthen as window shuts

Soccer Transfers: United offload Lukaku, Spurs strengthen as window shuts

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

With United unable to sign a replacement, the pressure will be on 21-year-old England forward Marcus Rashford to deliver the goals in a more central role than he has previously operated in.

EPL: Spurs beat Arsenal to keep up title challenge

EPL: Spurs beat Arsenal to keep up title challenge

Rediff.com1 May 2017

Tottenham Hotspur beat local rivals Arsenal with second-half goals from prolific pair Dele Alli and Harry Kane on Sunday to maintain their Premier league title challenge.

Is Arsenal manager Wenger on his way out?

Is Arsenal manager Wenger on his way out?

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has not yet decided on his future, with his contract due to expire at the end of next season, the Frenchman said on Friday.

Football Briefs: Ex-France forward Henry to become Bordeaux coach

Football Briefs: Ex-France forward Henry to become Bordeaux coach

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

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

PIX: Manchester City's League Cup domination ends

PIX: Manchester City's League Cup domination ends

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

Holders Manchester City were eliminated from the League Cup by West Ham United after a penalty shootout at London Stadium on Wednesday, ending Pep Guardiola's team's four-year domination of the competition.

Cech returns to Chelsea after glove mix-up

Cech returns to Chelsea after glove mix-up

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech has made a surprise return to Chelsea's training ground ahead of Sunday's big London derby after Adidas sent a consignment of gloves to his former club by mistake. Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink, whose misfiring champions travel to Cech's Premier League leaders on Sunday, made light of the situation at a news conference on Friday. "I was here when Petr showed up. It was nice to see him," the Dutchman told reporters at the Cobham facility to the south-west of London. "We had a chat here. Almost everyone was gone already, it was late afternoon....we tried to hide them, which he did not accept. Also we tried to make them a little bit slippery but he discovered that also. "They were wrongly sent here and we gave them back. It was nice. That's the story."

4 things Tottenham's boss must do to sharpen their title race

4 things Tottenham's boss must do to sharpen their title race

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is readying his squad for a final tilt at the Premier League title, aware that he can ask his players to remain focused on one game at a time when a bulk of them return from the international break.

No rest for Aus quickies in trans-Tasman face-off

No rest for Aus quickies in trans-Tasman face-off

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Langer's side secured their spot in the last four with a 64-run win over hosts England at Lord's on Tuesday and return to the famous north London ground on Saturday to face neighbours New Zealand in their penultimate round-robin tie.

Staying at Arsenal for 22 years biggest mistake of my career, says Wenger

Staying at Arsenal for 22 years biggest mistake of my career, says Wenger

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

Arsene Wenger said staying as Arsenal manager for nearly 22 years may have been the biggest mistake of his career and that he regrets sacrificing 'everything' for the job.

Life Of Pi Comes Alive Again

Life Of Pi Comes Alive Again

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Renowned playwright Lolita Chakrabarti's stage adaptation of the story of 16-year-old Indian boy Pi (Piscine) Patel stranded in the ocean on a lifeboat with a Royal Bengal Tiger named Richard Parker opened at Broadway's Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on March 30.

PIX: Arsenal outclass Bournemouth; Kane sets record

PIX: Arsenal outclass Bournemouth; Kane sets record

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Chelsea inch closer to EPL title with win at Everton

Chelsea inch closer to EPL title with win at Everton

Rediff.com30 Apr 2017

Chelsea took a major step towards the Premier League title with an impressive 3-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday.

EPL: Spurs' stunning victory at Leicester; United win

EPL: Spurs' stunning victory at Leicester; United win

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Steven Bergwijn scored twice in stoppage time as Tottenham Hotspur stunned Leicester City and pulled off a remarkable 3-2 victory in the Premier League on Wednesday.

The Professor thanks fans even as days at Arsenal looked numbered

The Professor thanks fans even as days at Arsenal looked numbered

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Against a background of supporter discontent over the form of Wenger's team as the Frenchman decides his future, with a protest outside the ground before kick-off urging the manager to leave his post, Arsenal were nervy from the start.