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EPL PIX: Vardy rescues point for Leicester; Villa go fifth

EPL PIX: Vardy rescues point for Leicester; Villa go fifth

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Leicester City's veteran striker Jamie Vardy came off the bench to break his long scoring drought and earn his side a 1-1 draw with a late equaliser

African players in Europe feel Ebola backlash

African players in Europe feel Ebola backlash

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

African footballers based at European clubs, especially those travelling back to the continent from international duty, began on Friday to feel the backlash from fears over the Ebola virus outbreak.

Uniform tax on small, big cars is bad news for auto sector: Maruti's Bhargava

Uniform tax on small, big cars is bad news for auto sector: Maruti's Bhargava

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

The regulatory burden is the highest on small cars, a key segment of the Indian automobile industry and having a uniform tax structure across all segments of vehicles will not augur well for the sector growth, according to Maruti Suzuki India chairman RC Bhargava. He also said India's economic growth rate could be higher if the manufacturing sector grows fast, which 'unfortunately' has remained a laggard despite the best efforts of the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre due to implementation gaps at the ground level. "The burden of regulatory changes on the small cars is far higher than the regulatory burden on big cars and that is changing the whole market behaviour.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Preview and timings of the Premier League matches this weekend

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Aseem Chhabra highlights 10 films that moved him, films that may show up in theatres near you.

Aurobindo Pharma eyes acquisitions in Europe

Aurobindo Pharma eyes acquisitions in Europe

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

Hyderabad-based bulk drug major Aurobindo Pharma is looking at acquiring a $100 million European company to launch its operations in the continent.

PHOTOS: Rooney ignites Man Utd; Inter slump out of Europe

PHOTOS: Rooney ignites Man Utd; Inter slump out of Europe

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

An inspired Wayne Rooney became Manchester United's all-time leading goalscorer in European competition to ignite their crucial 4-0 trouncing of Feyenoord.

Sports Shorts: Europe calls for new record ratification laws

Sports Shorts: Europe calls for new record ratification laws

Rediff.com2 May 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

In Photos: The Man Who Will Be Crowned King

In Photos: The Man Who Will Be Crowned King

Rediff.com5 May 2023

A look back at many memorable moments in his life as Prince Charles.

Biden bars Russian flights, says Putin wrong, US is ready

Biden bars Russian flights, says Putin wrong, US is ready

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

"Throughout our history we've learned this lesson -- when dictators do not pay a price for their aggression, they cause more chaos. They keep moving. And, the costs and threats to America and the world keep rising," Biden said addressing the joint session of the Congress in his first State of the Union.

The FUNNIEST ANIMAL PIX!

The FUNNIEST ANIMAL PIX!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

The winning photos of the Animal Friends Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2022.

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

EPL PIX: City four points clear at top; Chelsea finally win!

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches on Saturday.

Djokovic eyes redemption at Wimbledon

Djokovic eyes redemption at Wimbledon

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Djokovic has won the last three editions of Wimbledon in 2018, 2019 and last year

EPL PIX: Rampant Man City crush Arsenal; Chelsea fall at home

EPL PIX: Rampant Man City crush Arsenal; Chelsea fall at home

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Wednesday.

Four Indian boxers enter final of Thailand Open

Four Indian boxers enter final of Thailand Open

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Ashish Kumar continued his brilliant form at the 2022 Thailand Open international boxing tournament as he entered the finals alongside India's three other pugilists in Phuket on Wednesday.

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

"Every time Garang touched the ball, he made something happen. The kid's exciting. Everyone can see that. Everyone is buzzing," said Slater, now a media analyst.

Medics who saved Eriksen at Euros to receive UEFA President's Award

Medics who saved Eriksen at Euros to receive UEFA President's Award

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

The medical staff who saved Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen's life at the European Championship in June are set to receive the UEFA President's Award, Europe's soccer governing body said on Tuesday.

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Former cricketer Campbell stable following heart attack

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Ryan Campbell is in a stable condition and is out of sedation just over a week after suffering a heart attack

Mount Etna erupts in spectacular manner

Mount Etna erupts in spectacular manner

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, has awed even seasoned volcanologists in recent days with spectacular spurts of lava lighting up the Sicilian sky each night. For over a week, Etna has been belching lava, ash and volcanic rocks on a regular basis.

Nearly 100% of 2-wheeler market will shift to EVs in 3 yrs: Bhavish Agarwal

Nearly 100% of 2-wheeler market will shift to EVs in 3 yrs: Bhavish Agarwal

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Ola Electric will roll out its complete offering of electric scooters and motorcycles in each segment of the market - premium, mass premium, and economical - in the next 12 months in a bid to push for a near-full conversion of the two-wheeler market to electric in three years. According to Bhavish Aggarwal, founder and CEO of Ola Electric, "ICE (internal combustion engine) products will fall off a cliff." He also says the company is aiming to become profitable next year.

F1: Why Hamilton faces punishment...

F1: Why Hamilton faces punishment...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

Lewis Hamilton, the sport's most successful driver of all time and badly affected by the outcome after leading until seven corners from the end, did not attend Thursday night's gala awards ceremony-- a requirement for the championship's top three.

Stress-free Jabeur visualising Wimbledon win

Stress-free Jabeur visualising Wimbledon win

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Jabeur has been a trailblazer for her region throughout her career, last year becoming the first Arab player to win a WTA title, the first to crack the top 10 and the first to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.

Sensex ends 296 pts higher; Nifty tops 17,050

Sensex ends 296 pts higher; Nifty tops 17,050

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Tech Mahindra was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising over 3 per cent, followed by Dr Reddy's, PowerGrid, Kotak Bank, Sun Pharma, ICICI Bank and M&M. On the other hand, IndusInd Bank, Asian Paints, Maruti and Bharti Airtel were among the laggards.

Barca re-sign Dani Alves for rest of season

Barca re-sign Dani Alves for rest of season

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Alves joined Barcelona from Sevilla in 2008 and made 391 appearances, becoming a regular under ex-managers Pep Guardiola, Tito Vilanova, Tata Martino and Luis Enrique before leaving for Juventus in 2016.

Monika stuns two-time World Championships medallist Josie

Monika stuns two-time World Championships medallist Josie

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

India's boxer Monika handed a shock defeat to the two-time world championships medallist Josie Gabuco of Philippines to enter the women's 48kg semi-finals at the 2022 Thailand Open International Boxing tournament in Phuket on Monday.

Aches, pains and tight scheds but Sharath unstoppable at 40

Aches, pains and tight scheds but Sharath unstoppable at 40

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

His greatness is undisputed but probably has not been appreciated enough over the past two decades. Manika Batra had pushed the sport into spotlight with her four medal showing in Gold Coast four years ago and Sharath hopes his performances leads to millions of kids playing the game.

Ronaldo, Pogba snub sponsors at Euro 2020

Ronaldo, Pogba snub sponsors at Euro 2020

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Ronaldo moved Coca Cola bottles aside as he sat down to speak to the media on the eve of Tuesday's Group F opener against Hungary in Budapest.

Sports Shorts: Boxer Amir Khan robbed at gunpoint in London

Sports Shorts: Boxer Amir Khan robbed at gunpoint in London

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday.

The world has to take some very radical decisions: Jaishankar

The world has to take some very radical decisions: Jaishankar

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

The solution to globalisation is decentralisation and the solution to multilateralism is reformed multilateralism, not a 1945-version of multilateralism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said.

The man who transformed Europe with paper cut-outs

The man who transformed Europe with paper cut-outs

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Going by the name paperboyo, Rich McCor has developed a unique style of photography that involves using intricate paper cutouts to transform landmarks into amusing vignettes.

Footballers of the weekend: Suarez shines again in Europe

Footballers of the weekend: Suarez shines again in Europe

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Check out the top footballers of the weekend...

A true FINAL of champions awaits in Lisbon

A true FINAL of champions awaits in Lisbon

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

For the first time since 1998, the Champions League final will feature two teams who entered the competition as domestic champions, a throwback to the day's of the old European Cup when only a country's title winners were allowed to enter.

Do Sonia, Rahul Know What They Are Doing?

Do Sonia, Rahul Know What They Are Doing?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Mother and son refuse to go away despite indications blowing in the wind that their leadership is ringing the death knell of the party, observes Ramesh Menon.

'When the rates of interest fall, EMIs will come down'

'When the rates of interest fall, EMIs will come down'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

'Marginal rates will definitely affect the consumer's decision in entering a new transaction, but in reality, they don't affect much because banks/financial institutions have come up with step-up EMIs: 50% of home loans which exceed 15 years in India are prepaid, within 7-8 years.' 'This doesn't happen anywhere in the world.'

EPL PIX: Man United back in top three; Chelsea lose

EPL PIX: Man United back in top three; Chelsea lose

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday

The GOAT: Messi completes 15 years at Barca!

The GOAT: Messi completes 15 years at Barca!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Following his debut, Messi made just eight more appearances for the first team that season.

Defiant Imran indicates he won't resign ahead of no-trust vote

Defiant Imran indicates he won't resign ahead of no-trust vote

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

In a live-address to the nation, 69-year-old Khan also discussed a 'threat letter' that purportedly showed 'evidence' of a foreign conspiracy to topple his coalition government.

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

'The point about arranged marriages is -- because I come from a progressive family -- the idea was completely alien. But I have realised over time that there are instances of assisted marriages working very well. If you look at it, really, in a microcosm, it is the same thing as Tinder, isn't it? I mean, if you are trying to meet -- yes, no, yes, no, no.'

'Symbol of the city' Lazio's Immobile wins European Golden Shoe

'Symbol of the city' Lazio's Immobile wins European Golden Shoe

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

'This is the highest point of my career. When I look at this award it makes me even more determined to win more.'