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Olympics PIX: Djokovic off to a smashing start

Olympics PIX: Djokovic off to a smashing start

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

Novak Djokovic launched his bid to stay on course for a Golden Slam with a clinical 6-2, 6-2 win over 139th-ranked Hugo Dellien of Bolivia on Saturday, as sweltering conditions in Tokyo took a toll on the players on the opening day of tennis at the Games.

Serena takes daughter to the zoo after quarantine

Serena takes daughter to the zoo after quarantine

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The players have been allowed out to practise for five hours a day during their quarantine but Djokovic said he had headed to a local park on his first morning in Australia without restrictions.

Simon Cowell's emotional exit from American Idol

Simon Cowell's emotional exit from American Idol

Rediff.com28 May 2010

The show's caustic judge looked almost tearful as he was serenaded by past winners.

Parrikar stable, 'internal bleeding has stopped': Goa speaker

Parrikar stable, 'internal bleeding has stopped': Goa speaker

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Parrikar has been suffering from a pancreatic ailment for the last one year and has undergone treatment in the United States as well as at AIIMS Delhi and a private hospital in Mumbai.

Goa, Bali among Indian's favourite destination this monsoon

Goa, Bali among Indian's favourite destination this monsoon

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

Read on to find out about the other destination trending this season.

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Once Mazar-i-Sharif falls, some isolate pockets of resistance may remain, which the Taliban would tackle through political work or coercion, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

I would not like to continue as Lokayukta: Hegde

I would not like to continue as Lokayukta: Hegde

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

Karnataka Lokayukta Santosh Hegde, a member of the joint drafting committee on the Lokpal Bill, on Monday said that he would not like to continue in his chair after the expiry of his five-year term in August.

'Sad that our PM didn't condole death of PK, Chuni'

'Sad that our PM didn't condole death of PK, Chuni'

Rediff.com9 May 2020

With the nationwide lockdown in place to fight the spread of COVID-19, the first condolence meeting held on virtual platform. Banerjee had died on March 20 after a prolonged illness while Goswami succumbed to cardiac arrest on April 30.

Australian Open to be allowed 30,000 fans a day

Australian Open to be allowed 30,000 fans a day

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

It has been 24 days since Victoria reported a locally acquired COVID-19 infection, while Australia as a whole posted a 13th straight day without a community case on Saturday.

Head for the beach in these Covid times!

Head for the beach in these Covid times!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

The sea 'n' sand is calling. Hit the beach no matter what!

English athletes to skip C'wealth Games: report

English athletes to skip C'wealth Games: report

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

The athletics and gymnastics events at 2010 Commonwealth Games could lose its sheen as several leading English sportspersons are likely to skip the quadrennial sporting extravaganza to focus on the 2012 London Olympics.

Bill English sworn-in as New Zealand's new PM

Bill English sworn-in as New Zealand's new PM

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

Key, who had led his party for 10 years and the country for eight, unexpectedly resigned on December 5 and since then the position had become vacant.

French Open PIX: Nadal to face Djokovic in quarters; Alcaraz through

French Open PIX: Nadal to face Djokovic in quarters; Alcaraz through

Rediff.com30 May 2022

IMAGES from Day 8 of the French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Pix: Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez dazzle at American Music Awards

Pix: Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez dazzle at American Music Awards

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

A look at pictures from the awards night.

Creamer helps U.S. make bright Solheim start

Creamer helps U.S. make bright Solheim start

Rediff.com22 Aug 2009

The U.S. made a confident start to their Solheim Cup defence on Friday, Paula Creamer winning both her matches before the hosts ended the first day leading Europe by 4- points to 3-1/2.

Shania Twain to be guest judge on American Idol

Shania Twain to be guest judge on American Idol

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

The Canadian follows in the footsteps Victoria Beckham, Katy Perry, and Mary J Blige, who have already signed up to offer up their opinions to wannabe stars.

Milan's Pato marries TV actress in Rio

Milan's Pato marries TV actress in Rio

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

Soccer player Alexandre Pato and actress Sthefany Brito smile after their wedding at Sao Francisco de Paulo church in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday.

#WorldBookDay: Readers recommend their favourite books!

#WorldBookDay: Readers recommend their favourite books!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

You can share yours too!

India to host sixth Global Issues Forum

India to host sixth Global Issues Forum

Rediff.com22 Apr 2008

"The US-India Global Issues Forum develops new and expanded areas for cooperation between the two countries on multilateral issues such as the promotion of democracy, health, environmental protection, and human rights," the State Department spokesman said in a statement.

David Cook is American Idol 2008

David Cook is American Idol 2008

Rediff.com22 May 2008

The American Idol 2008 finals were a slugfest between David Cook, 25, and David Archuleta, 17, and if you'd seen the final performance night on Tuesday, you'd have bet your cash on the kid.

Cleared Radcliffe feels damaged by doping claims

Cleared Radcliffe feels damaged by doping claims

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

IAAF defends action against Radcliffe

PK Banerjee, Indian football legend, passes away at 83

PK Banerjee, Indian football legend, passes away at 83

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

PK Banerjee was captain of the Indian team that last played the Olympics in Rome 1960. He retired as a player in 1967 after being laid low by recurring injuries. But then went on accumulate a staggering 54 trophies as a coach.

Federer, Henin win Laureus awards

Federer, Henin win Laureus awards

Rediff.com18 Feb 2008

World tennis number one Roger Federer won the prestigious Laureus Sportsman of the Year award for a record fourth year in a row on Monday.

PIX: Djokovic storms into last 16; Ostapenko ousted

PIX: Djokovic storms into last 16; Ostapenko ousted

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

IMAGES from Day 7 of the French Open, at Roland Garros, on Saturday.

Radcliffe wins at NYC marathon

Radcliffe wins at NYC marathon

Rediff.com3 Nov 2008

Paula Radcliffe won the New York City marathon for a third time in emphatic fashion on Sunday, while Marilson Gomes dos Santos of Brazil posted a dramatic come-from-behind win in the men's race.

Radcliffe wins New York City marathon

Radcliffe wins New York City marathon

Rediff.com5 Nov 2007

Paula Radcliffe made a triumphant return to marathon racing and Martin Lel reprised his thrilling London victory to win at Sunday's New York City Marathon.

India, US to jointly address global challenges

India, US to jointly address global challenges

Rediff.com1 May 2007

"The two delegations engaged in productive discussions on working together to address global challenges. They examined new and expanded areas for India-US cooperation," sources said.

India, US look to steer N-deal past issues

India, US look to steer N-deal past issues

Rediff.com30 Apr 2007

Menon will on Tuesday hold discussions with the US Under Secretary Nicholas Burns amid 'frustration' in the US at the slow pace of negotiations and India's insistence on right to reprocess spent nuclear fuel.

Radcliffe upbeat despite injury

Radcliffe upbeat despite injury

Rediff.com23 May 2008

World marathon record holder Paula Radcliffe said on Thursday she had a stress fracture of her left femur and that some specialists had told her it would be impossible for her to compete in the Beijing Olympics. The 34-year-old, who made the announcement via a teleconference, said she was still "90 percent" confident she could be fit but would only go if she felt

World Athletics puts the brakes on Nike's shoes

World Athletics puts the brakes on Nike's shoes

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The sport's governing body (WA) said that with immediate effect and for elite competition only, road shoes must have soles no thicker than 40mm and not contain more than one rigid, embedded plate.

This year's American Idol could be Indian

This year's American Idol could be Indian

Rediff.com22 Jan 2007

Sanjay and Shyamalee, who made it to the next round in the reality show, sound promising.

Sports: On this day... April 11

Sports: On this day... April 11

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Iran were banned from an Olympic football qualifying match against Jordan later that year after refusing to remove their hijabs before kick-off.

Brazil lineswoman scores Playboy deal

Brazil lineswoman scores Playboy deal

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

Ana Paula Oliveira, a 29-year-old brunette who also campaigns for women's rights, signed a contract with the magazine this week and will appear in its July edition without her usual sports attire.

PIX: Djokovic battles past Khachanov in first real test

PIX: Djokovic battles past Khachanov in first real test

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Images from Day 9 of the 2020 French Open at Roland Garros, in Paris, on Monday.

Parrikar was 17th CM in country to die while in office

Parrikar was 17th CM in country to die while in office

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

He was also the second in Goa who died while still in office.

Sao Paulo too hot for East Bengal

Sao Paulo too hot for East Bengal

Rediff.com27 Jan 2007

Brazil's Sao-Paulo blanked East Bengal 3-0 in the first Super Soccer match.

UK: Man charged with prostitutes' murders

UK: Man charged with prostitutes' murders

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Twice-married Steve Wright, who was arrested on Tuesday morning from his home in the red light area of Ipswich, has been charged for killing and dumping all five women in a murder spree, which shocked Britain.

Parrikar hospitalised, CMO says condition stable

Parrikar hospitalised, CMO says condition stable

Rediff.com24 Feb 2019

State health minister Vishwajit Rane said Parrikar's health parameters were "satisfactory".

Football Focus: Real Madrid's Hazard sidelined with thigh injury

Football Focus: Real Madrid's Hazard sidelined with thigh injury

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

Assault case: Tejpal's daughter examined by Goa crime branch

Assault case: Tejpal's daughter examined by Goa crime branch

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

The Goa police on Thursday questioned the daughter of arrested Tehelka founder-editor Tarun Tejpal in connection with the case relating to his alleged sexual assault of a woman colleague.