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PIX: Duran double as Al-Nassr make Asian Champions League semis

PIX: Duran double as Al-Nassr make Asian Champions League semis

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Al-Nassr ensured all three Saudi Pro League teams reached the Asian Champions League Elite semi-finals as Stefano Pioli's side handed Yokohama F Marinos a 4-1 defeat on Saturday.

Indian, Pak protesters face off in London over Pahalgam attack

Indian, Pak protesters face off in London over Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

A large number of Indian community and diaspora representatives gathered outside the Indian High Commission in London to counter a Pakistani demonstration protesting against what they called "Indian propaganda" in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. The pro-Indian demonstrators outnumbered the smaller group of British Pakistanis and chanted slogans like "Bharat Mata ki Jai" and "Vande Mataram". The Metropolitan Police was present to keep the groups separate as they exchanged insults. Later, a candlelight vigil was held at Piccadilly Circus by the British Indian groups to commemorate the victims of the April 22 terror attack. Similar protests and vigils have been organized by Indian diaspora groups across the UK to condemn Pakistan's alleged support for terror outfits.

Swiatek returns to pro tennis after self-induced break

Swiatek returns to pro tennis after self-induced break

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Poland's Iga Swiatek will play in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Malaga in November, where they face hosts Spain in the opening match, the world number two said on Tuesday

Sonu Nigam charged for linking Kannada song request to Pahalgam attack

Sonu Nigam charged for linking Kannada song request to Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The incident occurred during a live concert on April 25 at a college in Bengaluru. Nigam paused his performance when someone from the audience loudly demanded that he sing in Kannada. Frustrated by the repeated shouts of "Kannada, Kannada," the singer responded sharply from the stage.

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar is in position for another fine finish as she carded a fine 2-under 70 to be placed tied ninth at the Dutch Ladies Open in Hilversum (the Netherlands).

Surviving Chennai Heat: Nattu Shows the Way

Surviving Chennai Heat: Nattu Shows the Way

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

While others battled the sun, Natarajan stayed cool as a cucumber - proving once again that it helps to be a Chennai boy when playing in Chennai.

'Kohli knew he'd fail in England'

'Kohli knew he'd fail in England'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

A probable lack of solution for his recurring struggles with the ball outside the off-stump prompted Virat Kohli to take retirement from Test cricket

FIH Pro League: Fighting India go down to Australia

FIH Pro League: Fighting India go down to Australia

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh's brace went in vain as the Indian men's hockey team conceded three goals in the final quarter to lose 4-6 to Australia in a FIH Pro League match in Bhubaneswar on Thursday.

FIH Pro League: Indian crush Ireland to end home leg on winning note

FIH Pro League: Indian crush Ireland to end home leg on winning note

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

The Harmanpreet Singh-led side will continue their FIH Pro League campaign in the European leg in May-June.

Eicher enters 2-3.5 tonne segment with electric SCV

Eicher enters 2-3.5 tonne segment with electric SCV

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The Eicher Pro X is assembled on an all-women assembly line.

Pro-Khalistan elements in Canada sponsoring visas of Sikh youth

Pro-Khalistan elements in Canada sponsoring visas of Sikh youth

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Pro-Khalistan elements based in Canada have been luring gullible Sikh youth to the North American country by sponsoring their visa with the sole objective of using them to carry out their agenda on Canadian soil, sources said on Wednesday.

Suspected terrorist killed in explosion in Amritsar

Suspected terrorist killed in explosion in Amritsar

Rediff.com28 May 2025

A man suspected of belonging to a terrorist outfit died in an explosion near Majitha Road in Amritsar, police said. The man was retrieving explosive material when the blast happened, possibly due to mishandling. The SSP said the man might be linked to some terror organisation. A team from the Forensic Science Laboratory was at the spot to collect samples of the explosive.

'We took Indira Gandhi to OT even though she was dead'

'We took Indira Gandhi to OT even though she was dead'

Rediff.com31 May 2025

On the fateful morning, the then prime minister was shot at by her two Sikh bodyguards in revenge for Operation Bluestar, when the army had stormed the Golden Temple under orders from Gandhi. Bhargava, 54 at the time, recalls the decision to take Gandhi to the operating theatre even though there was no pulse.

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Milestone Watch: Gill, Rahul, Jadeja In Focus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

As India get set to take on England in a five-match Test series, starting in Leeds on June 20, a look at the upcoming milestone for their top players.

IPL 2025: Kiwis' daring entry into the CSK 'den'

IPL 2025: Kiwis' daring entry into the CSK 'den'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

New Zealand duo of Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway joined Chennai Super Kings' training camp ahead of IPL 2025.

Maldives Opposition set to impeach pro-China President Muizzu

Maldives Opposition set to impeach pro-China President Muizzu

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

The development comes a day after clashes broke out in Parliament on Sunday between pro-government MPs and opposition lawmakers over differences over the approval of four members of the pro-China President's cabinet.

Gogoi's wife collected sensitive info for Pakistan: Sarma

Gogoi's wife collected sensitive info for Pakistan: Sarma

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi's British wife of collecting intelligence documents on behalf of the Pakistani climate lobby. Sarma claims to have documentary evidence of Gogoi and his wife's ties with Pakistan and will reveal everything publicly by September 10. Gogoi has denied the allegations, calling them a "C-grade Bollywood movie" and stating that he has only visited Pakistan once 12 years ago. Sarma alleges that Gogoi's wife, Elizabeth Colburn, worked for the climate lobby and had a close relationship with Pakistan.

If true...: Siddaramaiah on alleged 'pro-Pak' slogans

If true...: Siddaramaiah on alleged 'pro-Pak' slogans

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

"If the FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) report proves that the slogan raised in favour of Pakistan is true, serious action will be taken in this regard. There is no question of protecting those who raised slogans in favour of Pakistan," the Chief Minister told reporters.

Muizzu's pro-China party secures 'super majority' in parliamentary polls

Muizzu's pro-China party secures 'super majority' in parliamentary polls

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's party secured a 'supermajority' in Parliament by winning over 60 seats in Sunday's crucial parliamentary election, seen as a litmus test for the pro-Beijing politician whose policies are being closely watched by both India and China amidst regional power dynamics.

No tariffs, no US sales: Trump's warning to Apple on India production

No tariffs, no US sales: Trump's warning to Apple on India production

Rediff.com24 May 2025

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Apple products if the tech giant does not shift iPhone production from India to the United States. Trump said he expects iPhones sold in the US to be manufactured in America and not India, or anyplace else. He also said that he had a "little problem" with Apple CEO Tim Cook for building manufacturing facilities in India. Cook had previously said that the majority of iPhones sold in the US would have India as their country of origin. Experts say that shifting production to the US would be more expensive than assembling iPhones in India.

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Rediff.com5 May 2025

This year, the gala tips its very wide-brimmed hat to the Black Dandy movement -- a revolution where style became a statement about identity and political views.

FIH Pro League: India go down to Netherlands in shootout

FIH Pro League: India go down to Netherlands in shootout

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

India lost 2-4 against the Netherlands in shootout after their return leg FIH Pro League match ended in a 1-1 draw in Rourkela on Wednesday.

'Anxious' Indian students at Harvard stare at uncertainties

'Anxious' Indian students at Harvard stare at uncertainties

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Indian students at Harvard, on condition of anonymity, shared their concerns and experiences of the last few months during which the prestigious university has seen relentless attacks by the Trump administration.

After 8 yrs, cricket gives Karun Nair another chance!

After 8 yrs, cricket gives Karun Nair another chance!

Rediff.com24 May 2025

After eight years, cricket gives another chance to Karun Nair

Kamal Haasan not to release Thug Life in Karnataka

Kamal Haasan not to release Thug Life in Karnataka

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Kamal Haasan starrer Thug Life will not be released in Karnataka on June 5, the scheduled date for the pan-India release of the much-anticipated movie, its producers informed the Karnataka high court on Tuesday.

Apology could've saved the situation, HC tells Kamal Haasan

Apology could've saved the situation, HC tells Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The Karnataka high court on Tuesday strongly criticised actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan for his recent remark suggesting that "Kannada was born out of Tamil", and observed that a "single apology could have resolved the situation."

Herald case: Political damage fear drove YI, AJL donations, alleges ED

Herald case: Political damage fear drove YI, AJL donations, alleges ED

Rediff.com23 May 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that some Congress leaders pressured individuals to donate funds to the Young Indian and Associated Journals Limited (AJL) on instructions from senior party functionaries. The ED's chargesheet in the National Herald case claims that these individuals made payments to the company "under the influence" from senior leaders who promised them "certain favours" in party politics. The chargesheet, filed on April 9 before a local court, names Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi as accused, along with five others, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The agency alleges that these donations were not made voluntarily but in expectation of political benefits. The ED also found that YI and AJL received funds from various entities through "quid pro quo" arrangements, where individuals were asked to make payments for advertisements in the National Herald in exchange for past favours from Congress leaders.

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Is BJP The 'Party-Splitter' In TN Too?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Successive elections since 2019 have proved that the Modi charisma and Shah's strategy does not work in Tamil Nadu. Now, they have to see next year if the DMK is capable of losing, whether to an existing NDA alliance or an expanded version, if one becomes necessary and possible!, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kawasaki edge Al-Nassr, enter ACL Elite final

Kawasaki edge Al-Nassr, enter ACL Elite final

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Underdogs Kawasaki down Ronaldo's Al-Nassr to book Asian final berth

Hockey: India avenge loss to stun world champs Germany!

Hockey: India avenge loss to stun world champs Germany!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

But India were resolute in defence to thwart Germany's offensive forays.

Terrorists targeted civilians, not IB officials: Sources

Terrorists targeted civilians, not IB officials: Sources

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Some pro-Kashmir resistance handles on social media have claimed that the citizens who were injured in the Pahalgam terrorist attacks were not 'ordinary', but connected with internal security and counter-intelligence agencies like the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

Fire engulfs empty coach of Ahmedabad-Barauni Express

Fire engulfs empty coach of Ahmedabad-Barauni Express

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The rear coach of the Ahmedabad-Barauni Express was engulfed in heavy smoke after a fire on Monday evening between Khandwa and Itarsi section of the Bhopal division in Madhya Pradesh, though no one was hurt as the bogie was empty, an official said.

HC orders Google, FB to remove video of woman river rafting

HC orders Google, FB to remove video of woman river rafting

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The Delhi High Court has directed Google, Facebook and X to remove links to a video clip of a woman river rafting after she claimed it was uploaded without her consent, leading to trolling and harassment. The court issued notices to the social media platforms, the rafting instructor and the travel agency for their responses on the woman's plea. The court also directed the Centre to take requisite action and posted the hearing on July 22. The woman alleged that the video, which showed her in a "completely panic-stricken" condition, was released without her knowledge or consent, leading to cyber abuse, cyber bullying, threats, hatred, and harassment.

Maharashtra suspends state bus services to Karnataka

Maharashtra suspends state bus services to Karnataka

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Saturday ordered the suspension of the state transport buses to Karnataka after an Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) bus was attacked.

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

4 pro-YSRCP news channels off air in Andhra post polls; Oppn party moves TRAI

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

In a recent letter to TRAI, Reddy claimed the Andhra Pradesh Cable TV Operators Association took these four channels off air due to alleged coercion by the TDP-led government in the state.

Ronaldo says sorry! leads Al-Nassr past Al-Wehda

Ronaldo says sorry! leads Al-Nassr past Al-Wehda

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo apologised after Al-Nassr's game with Al-Wehda was delayed due to traffic before the forward scored and won a penalty in a 2-0 victory in the Saudi Pro League on Tuesday.

You Just Can't Stop Looking At Kajal

You Just Can't Stop Looking At Kajal

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

She blends traditional drip with modern edge, making every look a total Instagram moment!

India Set For Rs 32 Trillion Defence Budget... In 2047

India Set For Rs 32 Trillion Defence Budget... In 2047

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'Make-in-India played a key role in India's effective action against terrorism during Operation Sindoor.'

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The subscriber count made JioHotstar one of the largest OTT platforms in the world.

Won't be able to enrol foreigners if...: US govt threatens Harvard

Won't be able to enrol foreigners if...: US govt threatens Harvard

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The United States Department of Homeland Security has threatened to revoke Harvard University's ability to enrol foreign students if it failed to provide by April 30 records on its international student visa holders' 'illegal and violent' activities.