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Bhati And Saha Secure Podium Finishes In Prague

Bhati And Saha Secure Podium Finishes In Prague

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Indian golfers Vishnu Vardhan Bhati and Ankush Saha achieved podium finishes at the Czech Disabled Golf Masters in Prague. Bhati secured second place, while Saha clinched third, showcasing strong performances in the Nett Stroke Play event.

Juventus drop first points as Benfica, Leverkusen extend Europa League winning streaks

Juventus drop first points as Benfica, Leverkusen extend Europa League winning streaks

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Juventus dropped their first Europa League points in a 2-2 draw with Rennes, while Benfica thrashed Omonia, Leverkusen beat OFI, and Bournemouth maintained their perfect campaign.

PSG crush Barcelona in six-goal thriller; Liverpool, Manchester City win

PSG crush Barcelona in six-goal thriller; Liverpool, Manchester City win

Rediff.com2 days ago

Paris St Germain defeated Barcelona 4-2 in a Champions League clash on Tuesday, ending Barcelona's perfect season record. Liverpool also secured a 4-3 comeback win against Villarreal, while Manchester City thrashed AEK Athens 5-1.

Nations League: Yamal double as Spain rout Croatia; England overcome Czechs

Nations League: Yamal double as Spain rout Croatia; England overcome Czechs

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

Spain, led by a brace from Lamine Yamal, defeated Croatia 4-1 to extend their unbeaten run and maintain a perfect start in the Nations League. Meanwhile, England secured a 2-0 victory over 10-man Czech Republic with goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane, also continuing their strong performance in the tournament.

Champions League: Tresoldi 'tricks' as Brugge stun Inter; Bayern held, Barca rally

Champions League: Tresoldi 'tricks' as Brugge stun Inter; Bayern held, Barca rally

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

On a dramatic Tuesday in the Champions League, Club Brugge secured a stunning 4-3 victory over Inter Milan, highlighted by Nicolo Tresoldi's hat-trick. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich was held to a 3-3 draw by Viking Stavanger after a late equaliser, while Barcelona recovered from a deficit to defeat Galatasaray 4-1. Atletico Madrid also overcame Manchester United 2-0, and Arsenal secured a 3-0 win against Lille, marking a night of significant results for Europe's top clubs.

I'm done being negative, playing the victim: Sumit Nagal

I'm done being negative, playing the victim: Sumit Nagal

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal reflects on his challenging 2026 season, marked by injuries and mental toll. He discusses his decision to stop "playing the victim" and focus on enjoying the game rather than solely chasing results, a mental shift that has improved his performance in recent months.

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh loses to Abdusattorov at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

World Champion D Gukesh lost to Nodirbek Abdusattorov at the Prague International Chess Festival after blundering from a strong position.

Gukesh held by Maghsoodloo at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh held by Maghsoodloo at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

World Champion D Gukesh's struggles continue as he draws with Parham Maghsoodloo at the Prague International Chess Festival. Aravindh Chithambaram also drew his match, while Surya Shekhar Ganguly secured his first victory in the challengers' section.

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Prague Chess: Gukesh Draws To Stay Last; Chithambaram Wins

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram defeated Jorden van Foreest, while world champion D Gukesh drew against Vincent Keymer at the Prague International chess festival.

PIX: Spain capitalise on England errors in Nations League thriller

PIX: Spain capitalise on England errors in Nations League thriller

Rediff.com27 Sep 2026

World champions Spain defeated England 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League opener at Wembley, capitalising on two significant defensive errors. Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winner after England had briefly mounted a comeback. The article also covers Croatia's 2-1 win over the Czech Republic and Scotland's 0-0 draw with Slovenia.

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

World champion D Gukesh aims for a strong performance at the Prague International Chess festival after an early World Cup exit and underwhelming Tata Steel Masters showing.

World Champion Gukesh Suffers Shock Defeat At Prague Chess Festival

World Champion Gukesh Suffers Shock Defeat At Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

World Champion D Gukesh faced a surprising defeat against Jorden van Foreest at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Aravindh Chithambaram drew his game.

Gukesh Victorious, Aravindh Impresses at Prague International Chess Festival

Gukesh Victorious, Aravindh Impresses at Prague International Chess Festival

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

D Gukesh ended his winless streak with a victory at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Aravindh Chithambaram finished joint second. Nodirbek Abdusattorov of Uzbekistan won the tournament.

Aravindh Chithambaram Defeats Gukesh in Prague Chess Festival

Aravindh Chithambaram Defeats Gukesh in Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Aravindh Chithambaram defeated D Gukesh at the Prague International Chess Festival, while Jorden van Foreest maintains his lead in the tournament.

Prague Chess Festival: Gukesh draws again, Aravindh stuns Niemann

Prague Chess Festival: Gukesh draws again, Aravindh stuns Niemann

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and Aravindh Chithambaram had contrasting results in the second round of the Prague International Chess Festival, with Gukesh drawing and Aravindh winning his game.

Champions League PIX: Big wins for Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Como

Champions League PIX: Big wins for Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Como

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The UEFA Champions League group stage commenced with contrasting fortunes for debutants Como and Sabah. Italian side Como secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, celebrating their first-ever qualification in style at their upgraded home stadium. In contrast, Azerbaijani champions Sabah faced a challenging debut, suffering a 4-0 defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

World champion D Gukesh drew with Hans Moke Niemann in the first round of the Prague International Chess Festival.

Prague International Chess Festival: Can World Champion Gukesh Bounce Back Against Aravindh?

Prague International Chess Festival: Can World Champion Gukesh Bounce Back Against Aravindh?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

World champion D Gukesh will face compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram in the sixth round of the Prague International Chess Festival as he seeks his first victory in the tournament.

Gukesh Held to Draw, Van Foreest Takes Lead at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh Held to Draw, Van Foreest Takes Lead at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

World champion D Gukesh was held to a draw by David Navara in the fourth round of the Prague International Chess Festival, while Jorden van Foreest took the lead with his third victory.

All About Wimbledon Champion Linda Noskova

All About Wimbledon Champion Linda Noskova

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

Czech Republic's Linda Noskova beat compatriot Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in the Wimbledon final on Saturday to win her maiden Grand Slam title.

Skip The iPhone Duo, Take These International Trips Instead

Skip The iPhone Duo, Take These International Trips Instead

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Rs 299,900 can buy you Apple's first foldable iPhone. Or it can buy you a passport full of memories, a suspiciously large holiday wardrobe and enough airport coffee to develop a personality.

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

'China's Biggest Threat Is Not America, But The Dalai Lama'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'I know China will implode. It is scientifically impossible for China to control a nation through the barrel of a gun.'

Stunning Solar Eclipse Images From Around The World

Stunning Solar Eclipse Images From Around The World

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Glimpses of the August 12, 2026 solar eclipse as the Moon crossed the Sun over Europe and beyond.

Nihal Sarin has a strong message for struggling Gukesh

Nihal Sarin has a strong message for struggling Gukesh

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin discusses fellow world champion D Gukesh's recent performance slump, attributing it to a lack of confidence rather than a decline in skill. Sarin expresses hope that the upcoming Chess Olympiad will help Gukesh regain his form. He also shares his views on the increasing role of AI in chess, the evolution towards faster formats, and potential improvements in the chess ecosystem.

How Urban Development Shapes Future Cooling Demand

How Urban Development Shapes Future Cooling Demand

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

A new study by IIT Kharagpur researchers, published in Nature Communications, reveals that urban growth patterns significantly influence future cooling demand in cities. The research highlights that a city's "thermal memory," shaped by decades of development decisions, impacts its heat burden and energy requirements, independent of global temperature rises. The study analysed 88 Indian cities and a global sample of 52 cities over two decades.

'75-25': Nakamura makes shock call on Gukesh's title defence

'75-25': Nakamura makes shock call on Gukesh's title defence

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

World champion D Gukesh is 'crumbling under the weight of expectations' and needs to 'shut out the noise' to regain his form ahead of his title defence, said American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. Nakamura also revealed that the 2028 Chess Olympiad could potentially be his last tournament featuring 'true classical' chess.

Know More About Mohanlal's Daughter Vismaya Before Her Thudakkam Debut

Know More About Mohanlal's Daughter Vismaya Before Her Thudakkam Debut

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

As Vismaya Mohanlal makes her acting debut with Thudakkam, here's what you need to know about Mohanlal's daughter, from her Muay Thai training to her life away from the spotlight.

Inside The Czech Home That's A Shrine To Argentine Football

Inside The Czech Home That's A Shrine To Argentine Football

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Miloslav "Curby" Urbanec, a Czech music promoter, has transformed his three-storey house in Bukovka into a vibrant shrine dedicated to the Argentine national football team, featuring sky-blue and white paint, a Lionel Messi mural, and a Diego Maradona statue, all stemming from a childhood passion ignited by the 1978 World Cup.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete List Of All 26-Man Squads

FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete List Of All 26-Man Squads

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The official 26-man squads for FIFA World Cup 2026.

How GM Chitambaram scripted history in Prague

How GM Chitambaram scripted history in Prague

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

The years of sacrifice and hard work is finally paying dividends. The iconic Vellamal School, which is the alma mater of World champion Gukesh, now has another international player of repute to boast about. After all, Aravindh is Gukesh's senior.

Gukesh admits critics are right: 'I've been way below'

Gukesh admits critics are right: 'I've been way below'

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Reigning world champion D Gukesh is not ruffled by the barrage of criticism that has come his way in the past 18 months as the young Indian Grandmaster believes all of it is justified given his underwhelming form.

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh stay ahead

Prague Masters: Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh stay ahead

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Indian Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh Chithambaram maintained their lead in the Prague Masters chess tournament after drawing their fifth-round match.

Meet Anjali Sivaraman, The Face Of Mira Nair's Amri

Meet Anjali Sivaraman, The Face Of Mira Nair's Amri

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Anjali Sivaraman, daughter of playback singer Chitra Iyer, is set to portray the iconic Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's upcoming biopic Amri, following her breakout role in Netflix's Class and a diverse career in modelling and acting.

Prague Masters: Aravindh inches closer to title

Prague Masters: Aravindh inches closer to title

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram moved closer to his first major tournament victory after drawing with David Navara in the eighth round of the Prague Masters.

Praggnanadhaa set to sizzle at Prague Masters

Praggnanadhaa set to sizzle at Prague Masters

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Indian challenge extends to the Challengers' section, where Divya Deshmukh will compete against some strong Grandmasters.

Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh in joint lead in Prague Masters

Praggnanandhaa, Aravindh in joint lead in Prague Masters

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Indian chess grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh Chithambaram continued to remain in joint lead after drawing their sixth-round games in the Prague Masters Chess tournament.

Praggnanandhaa's high-stakes battle at Prague Masters

Praggnanandhaa's high-stakes battle at Prague Masters

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa, ranked No. 8 in the world, will face American Sam Shankland in the sixth round of the Prague Masters.

Prague Masters: Aravindh in lead; Praggnanandhaa bags first win

Prague Masters: Aravindh in lead; Praggnanandhaa bags first win

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa cruised to a smooth victory against Nguyen Thai Dai Van of Czech Republic, while Aravindh Chithambaram emerged as the sole leader.

Sindarov Secures Spot to Face Gukesh in World Chess Championship

Sindarov Secures Spot to Face Gukesh in World Chess Championship

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov has won the Candidates Chess Tournament, earning the right to challenge India's D Gukesh for the World Chess Championship title in 2026.

Praggnanandhaa to meet Navara in Prague Masters opener

Praggnanandhaa to meet Navara in Prague Masters opener

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Starting as second seed, Praggnanandhaa will have his task cut out with the white pieces against Navara, who has been around for a long time as one of the top European players.