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Cardiff set to appoint Solskjaer: Media Reports

Cardiff set to appoint Solskjaer: Media Reports

Rediff.com1 Jan 2014

Former Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is set to take over as manager at Premier League Cardiff City, Norwegian media reported on Wednesday.

Was Mother Teresa's Nobel Peace Prize illegal?

Was Mother Teresa's Nobel Peace Prize illegal?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2010

Over half the Nobel Peace Prizes awarded since 1946 are illegitimate because they are in breach of the terms of Alfred Nobel's will, claims a Norwegian peace activist.Fredrik Heffermehl, who is also a lawyer, says all but one of the 10 prizes awarded in the last 10 years are illegal under Norwegian and Swedish law.Heffermehl says according to the dynamite inventor's will, the Nobel Peace Prize should be awarded to individuals who have engaged in a struggle to end wars.

Wrestling body plans to stage first world championship in 2021

Wrestling body plans to stage first world championship in 2021

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The world championship in Oslo is scheduled to take place in early October next year, only two months after the Tokyo Games but Tzenov said the competition in Norway could be postponed by several weeks.

Preview: With little change in squad, Real eye another La Liga title

Preview: With little change in squad, Real eye another La Liga title

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Real also have an outstanding defence, conceding only 25 times last year, and are well covered in every position.

Indian footballer Sandhu makes European top flight breakthrough

Indian footballer Sandhu makes European top flight breakthrough

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu became the first Indian footballer to play for a top-tier European club after the custodian made his debut for Stabek FC in a Norwegian Cup tie against Runar on Wednesday.

Nations League: Spain held; France down Portugal

Nations League: Spain held; France down Portugal

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

Images from the Nations League matches.

Day 10: What's hot at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

Day 10: What's hot at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Day 11: What's hot at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

PICS: Schoolgirl scoops gold as Japan warms to the Games

PICS: Schoolgirl scoops gold as Japan warms to the Games

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Pint-sized 13-year-old Momiji Nishiya took gold in street skateboarding -- new to the Olympics in Tokyo -- while in one of the Games's staple sports a "Terminator" hunted down a dominator to set the swimming pool alight.

Athletics: Thompson-Herah posts second-fastest 100m ever

Athletics: Thompson-Herah posts second-fastest 100m ever

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

Periault and Duffy were running shoulder to shoulder but the Frenchwoman pulled away from the Bermudan on the third lap of the run.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

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

Solskjaer named permanent Manchester United manager

Solskjaer named permanent Manchester United manager

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The 46-year-old Norwegian has guided United to 14 wins in 19 matches in all competitions as caretaker boss since replacing the sacked Jose Mourinho in December.

My appetite for chess has recovered, declares Viswanathan Anand

My appetite for chess has recovered, declares Viswanathan Anand

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Five-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand said he is looking forward to play games in 2015 with renewed zeal and enthusiasm.

Europa League: Surprise defeats for Southampton and Steaua

Europa League: Surprise defeats for Southampton and Steaua

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Former European champions Steaua Bucharest and English Premier League Southampton suffered shock defeats by Scandinavian teams in Europa League qualifiers on Thursday.

I am not worthy of Nobel Peace Prize: Imran Khan

I am not worthy of Nobel Peace Prize: Imran Khan

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

The Pakistani PM said that one who solves the Kashmir dispute to pave the way for peace and human development in the subcontinent should receive the award.

Telenor earmarks Rs 15,500 cr investment in India

Telenor earmarks Rs 15,500 cr investment in India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

It expects to break even by the end of next year.

PICS: Neeraj, Hassan leave their mark at Tokyo Games

PICS: Neeraj, Hassan leave their mark at Tokyo Games

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

A summary of Saturday's Track and Field action at the Tokyo Olympics.

Legends of Chess: Anand ends disastrous campaign with loss

Legends of Chess: Anand ends disastrous campaign with loss

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

The 50-year-old ended in ninth position ahead of GM Peter Leko who finished last.

Atmospheric audio, virtual stands for La Liga broadcasts

Atmospheric audio, virtual stands for La Liga broadcasts

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

The virtual sound has been developed with video game company EA SPORTS FIFA, in a project called Sounds of the Stands.

PIX: Chelsea held by Manchester United; City win

PIX: Chelsea held by Manchester United; City win

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ibrahimovic was forced off with a muscle problem with 11 minutes remaining, and the Swede was pictured sitting on the bench with an ice pack strapped to the back of his left leg.

Leicester in FA Cup final; United sink Burnley

Leicester in FA Cup final; United sink Burnley

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

Leicester City reached the FA Cup final for the first time in more than 50 years

This bridge lets you walk over one of the most stunning waterfalls

This bridge lets you walk over one of the most stunning waterfalls

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Visitors to one of the most dramatic waterfalls in Norway will soon be able to experience a brand new thrilling view of it, thanks to a staircase spanning the gorge it thunders through. This is the dramatic Vringsfossen waterfall bridge, a newly opened tourist attraction offering incredible views of the spectacular landscape near Eifjord in Hardanger, western Norway. Here's a look at this architectural marvel above the Vringsfossen waterfall, which was the most visited natural attraction in Norway in 2018 and is situated close to Eifjord.

Indian kids in foster care are not stateless: India warns Norway

Indian kids in foster care are not stateless: India warns Norway

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

Reacting strongly to attempts by Norwegian authorities to extend the Residence Permits of two Indian children in foster care there, India today told Norway that they are neither orphans nor stateless persons, and enjoy the protection of the Indian State.

India summons Norway ambassador over custody row

India summons Norway ambassador over custody row

Rediff.com15 Feb 2012

India on Wednesday summoned Norwegian Ambassador Ann Ollestad to seek an expeditious solution to the custody row involving two NRI children, who have been kept in foster care by the authorities of that country. "The Norwegian ambassador was summoned to the ministry of external affairs and she met Secretary (West) Madhusudan Ganapathi," official spokesperson in the MEA Syed Akbaruddin told reporters.

PIX: Arsenal and Milan reach Europa League last 16

PIX: Arsenal and Milan reach Europa League last 16

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Napoli and PSV exit.

India, Norway reach agreement, uncle to get children

India, Norway reach agreement, uncle to get children

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

The two children of an NRI couple who were taken away by the Norwegian Childcare Services on grounds of "emotional disconnect" will be handed over to their uncle following finalisation of an agreement between India and Norway on Wednesday.

Norway custody row: 'Our grandkids are traumatised'

Norway custody row: 'Our grandkids are traumatised'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Grandparents of the two children now growing up in a foster home in Norway demand that they be allowed to return to India.

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Since 2012, 44 Indians have been anointed as grandmasters -- the highest achievement in chess, points out Arvind Subramanian, economist and former chief economic adviser to the government.

Worst half of the season: Solskjaer on derby loss

Worst half of the season: Solskjaer on derby loss

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Manchester United coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer berated his team for their under par performance in the first half in their FA Cup semi-final first leg loss to cross-town rivals Manchester United

PIX: Manchester United enter Europa League last eight

PIX: Manchester United enter Europa League last eight

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Former Europa League winners Manchester United booked a quarter-final spot in the tournament after their second-string side laboured to a 2-1 home win over LASK Linz on Wednesday to seal a 7-1 aggregate rout of the Austrian side.

Football Extras: Denmark's Bendtner gets 50 days in jail for assault

Football Extras: Denmark's Bendtner gets 50 days in jail for assault

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

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

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

EPL PHOTOS: Saints bring United down to earth; Chelsea down Arsenal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

'Norway police fired a total of two shots in 2014'

'Norway police fired a total of two shots in 2014'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

While newspapers and TV channels discuss fratricide and fake encounters in India, here's an astonishing report from Norway.

Day 7: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 7: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

Iivo Niskanen put on a brilliant display of cross-country skiing to win gold for Finland at the Beijing Games

Soccer: Kane to miss Spurs match amid transfer saga

Soccer: Kane to miss Spurs match amid transfer saga

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Among other transfer news globally, defender Rahul Bheke joins Mumbai City FC while Locatelli completes Juventus move.

What Did Modi's Washington Visit Achieve?

What Did Modi's Washington Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

The only thing that may salvage Narendra Modi's trip to the US is his meetings with CEOs, such as those of Blackstone, First Solar, Qualcomm, Adobe, and General Atomics, asserts Rajeev Srinivasan.

EPL PIX: Chelsea move top, Man City and United win

EPL PIX: Chelsea move top, Man City and United win

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United enjoyed comfortable wins in the English Premier League on Saturday as fans returned to stadiums after an eight-month absence.

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Speed skating - Swings wins mass start, brings first Belgian Winter gold in 74 years.

Pogba, Rashford available when EPL resumes: Solskjaer

Pogba, Rashford available when EPL resumes: Solskjaer

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Solskjaer is also hoping to keep hold of striker Odion Ighalo until the end of the season.

Italian Open: Nadal stunned; Djokovic marches on

Italian Open: Nadal stunned; Djokovic marches on

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Nadal committed 30 unforced errors to Schwartzman's 17 and had his serve broken five times.