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PICS: Hurkacz to meet Busta in Canadian Masters final

PICS: Hurkacz to meet Busta in Canadian Masters final

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Hubert Hurkacz battled back from a set and a break down to beat Casper Ruud 5-7 6-3 6-2 on Saturday and reach the Canadian Masters final.

Beijing Winter Games commence as Britain, China win

Beijing Winter Games commence as Britain, China win

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Australia and Czech Republic made their Olympic curling debuts -- against the United States and Norway respectively -- as the mixed doubles event made its second appearance at the Games, with an expanded field of 10 teams.

'The terrorists were lobbing grenades, firing indiscriminately'

'The terrorists were lobbing grenades, firing indiscriminately'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

'I could see the silhouettes of three men on the sixth floor.' 'I pointed them out to the NSG personnel standing beside me and suggested they take them out.' 'They did not have the clearance to fire.'

World leaders congratulate Biden-Harris for their victory

World leaders congratulate Biden-Harris for their victory

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

World leaders from across the political spectrum congratulated Joe Biden who became the president-elect of the United States, and Kamala Harris who made history as the first female to serve as the vice president.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic fights back; Jabeur knocked out

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic fights back; Jabeur knocked out

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Images from Day 4 of the 2023 Australian Open, at Melbourne Park.

Geetanjali Shree's Tomb of Sand 1st Hindi novel to make it to Booker shortlist

Geetanjali Shree's Tomb of Sand 1st Hindi novel to make it to Booker shortlist

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Author Geetanjali Shree's novel Tomb of Sand on Thursday became the first Hindi language work of fiction to be shortlisted for the International Booker Prize.

PIX: Manchester City held, fall behind Arsenal in title race

PIX: Manchester City held, fall behind Arsenal in title race

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Saturday

Praggnanandhaa delighted after slaying mighty Carlsen

Praggnanandhaa delighted after slaying mighty Carlsen

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Teenaged Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, who stunned Magnus Carlsen in the eighth round of the Airthings Masters online rapid chess tournament, was delighted, yet modest in his moment of triumph, saying he just wanted to enjoy playing against the world No. 1.

This Arjuna awardee has goal in mind...

This Arjuna awardee has goal in mind...

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Gurpreet is the 26th footballer to win an Arjuna.

Indians put on stellar show at European C'ships

Indians put on stellar show at European C'ships

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Then, in the 10m air pistol mixed team competitions, India's top pair comprising Manu Bhaker and Chaudhary too came overall second among 43 pairs, shooting a combined score of 580 out of a possible 600.

ALIENS, SERIAL KILLERS And A LOVE STORY

ALIENS, SERIAL KILLERS And A LOVE STORY

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Aliens, serial killers, time loops, disasters, Sukanya Verma gives you your OTT fix of the week.

PIX: Haaland gives Man City late winner; Chelsea held

PIX: Haaland gives Man City late winner; Chelsea held

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Ronaldo double sinks Arsenal; goes past 800-goal mark

Ronaldo double sinks Arsenal; goes past 800-goal mark

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Cristiano Ronaldo passed the 800-goal mark for club and country, scoring twice as Manchester United beat Arsenal 3-2 in an incident-packed Premier League match on Thursday.

Solskjaer is Manchester United's caretaker manager

Solskjaer is Manchester United's caretaker manager

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

United sacked manager Jose Mourinho on Tuesday after the sixth-placed side made their worst start to a season for 28 years.

'He may be a Grandmaster, but he is always my little boy'

'He may be a Grandmaster, but he is always my little boy'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

When Praggnanandhaa plays, he does not allow his confidence to fluctuate, irrespective of who his opponent is, says his father.

Sri Lanka cricketer Gunathilaka quizzed in rape case

Sri Lanka cricketer Gunathilaka quizzed in rape case

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka was quizzed by the police on Wednesday over the alleged rape of a Norwegian woman in a hotel room where he was present.

EPL PIX: Arsenal held, Villa win, Leeds, Wolves lose

EPL PIX: Arsenal held, Villa win, Leeds, Wolves lose

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Arsenal's inability to kill off the contest will be a frustration as that has been a hallmark of their recent form. They had won their previous 18 Premier League matches in which they scored first.

Deepika@Cannes: 'Big moment for India'

Deepika@Cannes: 'Big moment for India'

Rediff.com17 May 2022

'To see India being recognized at a global level at a platform like this... 'I think it says a lot about where we are as a nation and the road ahead for us as a nation.'

Indian GM Harikrishna holds World champ Carlsen

Indian GM Harikrishna holds World champ Carlsen

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

Both Harikrishna and Carlsen drew all their four games on the opening day of the tournament as matches ended late on Saturday.

'The Manchester United-Solskjaer combine can achieve anything'

'The Manchester United-Solskjaer combine can achieve anything'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

Manchester United's interim manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been hailed by the Norwegian press and his former United captain and teammate Gary Neville expects him to get the job on a permanent basis this month: "I'll be surprised if Solskjaer is not awarded the job during the international break (in March)."

EPL PIX: Liverpool win 9-0, Haaland hits treble, United win away, Arsenal stay top

EPL PIX: Liverpool win 9-0, Haaland hits treble, United win away, Arsenal stay top

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday

PIX: Kyrgios produces another showstopper; Swiatek out

PIX: Kyrgios produces another showstopper; Swiatek out

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Australian Nick Kyrgios produced another extraordinary performance to demolish compatriot Alex de Minaur 6-2, 6-3 at the Canadian Masters on Thursday, a day after stunning world number one Daniil Medvedev.

French Open PIX: Medvedev and Tsitsipas stunned

French Open PIX: Medvedev and Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com31 May 2022

IMAGES from Day 9 of the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Monday.

Soccer: Police launch probe after Bodo coach attacks Roma staff

Soccer: Police launch probe after Bodo coach attacks Roma staff

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

A round-up off all transpired on and off the football pitch

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

Why is the Nobel Peace Prize given by Norway?

Why is the Nobel Peace Prize given by Norway?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Ever wondered why the Nobel Peace Prize is given by a Norwegian Committee in Oslo and not in the Swedish capital unlike the other Nobel awards?

PIX: Manchester Utd hold Chelsea; Liverpool lose, City win

PIX: Manchester Utd hold Chelsea; Liverpool lose, City win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Day 9: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 9: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Snow blankets Games, delays Gu's return to competition

Soccer PIX: Barca held; Dortmund shocked

Soccer PIX: Barca held; Dortmund shocked

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Barcelona were held 1-1 at home by Napoli in the first leg of their Europa League knockout stage playoff

Rejuvenated Martial backs Solskjaer to extend United stay

Rejuvenated Martial backs Solskjaer to extend United stay

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Solskjaer took over as caretaker manager following the sacking of Jose Mourinho in December and United have secured 10 wins in 11 games under his charge.

Lukaku, Shaw want Solskjaer for United job after Champions League win

Lukaku, Shaw want Solskjaer for United job after Champions League win

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

'We won at Tottenham away, Chelsea away, then Arsenal in the FA Cup, now this game today. What else does he have to do?'

Milan v Manchester United lights up Europa League draw

Milan v Manchester United lights up Europa League draw

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

AC Milan have been drawn to play Manchester United in what is the standout tie in next month's Europa League round of 16.

EPL PIX: Haaland stars in City win; United lose to Brighton

EPL PIX: Haaland stars in City win; United lose to Brighton

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Should Solskjaer be made permanent Manchester United manager? Vote

Should Solskjaer be made permanent Manchester United manager? Vote

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

Last week, Manchester United's French winger Anthony Martial said he was hoping the Norwegian will stay in charge beyond this season.

Nations League: Portugal hold Spain; Haaland fires Norway to win

Nations League: Portugal hold Spain; Haaland fires Norway to win

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Images from the Nations League matches played on Thursday.

UNGA: EAM Jaishankar talks Af, Indo-pacific with counterparts

UNGA: EAM Jaishankar talks Af, Indo-pacific with counterparts

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts on the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session.

PIX: Haaland 'tricks' again; Arsenal maintain 100% start

PIX: Haaland 'tricks' again; Arsenal maintain 100% start

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

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

St Louis Rapid chess: Harikrishna in joint lead after 3 rounds

St Louis Rapid chess: Harikrishna in joint lead after 3 rounds

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

After a win over Hikaru Nakamura in his opener, the Norwegian went down to Russia's Ian Nepomniachtchi in the second round. A draw with Wesley So in the third left the world no.1 in fifth spot.

Former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise retires

Former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise retires

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Former Liverpool and Norway left back John Arne Riise has decided to call time on his career, the player confirmed in a blog post on his official website on Monday. The 35-year-old Riise spent seven years at Liverpool, making more than 250 appearances and winning the Champions League, the FA Cup and the League Cup during his spell on Merseyside.

PIX: Djokovic, Tsitsipas in Italian Open showdown

PIX: Djokovic, Tsitsipas in Italian Open showdown

Rediff.com15 May 2022

World number one Novak Djokovic earned his 1,000th tour-level victory by beating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-3 on Saturday to reach the Italian Open final.