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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.

Neeraj pulls out of Commonwealth Games due to groin strain

Neeraj pulls out of Commonwealth Games due to groin strain

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has pulled out of the Commonwealth Games due to 'fitness concerns', the Indian Olympic Association said on Tuesday.

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's mother reacts to her son's silver medal

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's mother reacts to her son's silver medal

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

Celebrations break out in Neeraj Chopra's village

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Your OTT Menu: Mothers. Vampires. Politicians.

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Fascinating new offerings from beloved auteurs as well as a steady supply of remakes and biopics colour the OTT scene this week. Sukanya Verma lists her picks.

The Soldier Who Became An Icon

The Soldier Who Became An Icon

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

'...Cliffy with utter disregard to his personal safety, charged through the fire zone, closed in on the enemy, threw hand grenades inside their bunkers and killed six enemy soldiers!' '...He was hit by a volley of bullets. Even before breathing his last, Cliffy killed a Pakistani soldier in hand-to-hand combat...' Captain Keishing Clifford Nongrum, who was just 24, received the Mahavir Chakra posthumously for his superhuman act of valour in the Kargil War just 18 months after he joined the Indian Army. Archana Masih/Rediff.com remembers one of India's Bravest Of The Brave as the nation salutes the 527 soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the Motherland on Vijay Diwas.

Big screens in parks, cinema chains across UK to show Queen's funeral

Big screens in parks, cinema chains across UK to show Queen's funeral

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

The UK's first state funeral in 57 years follows a strict protocol and will be steeped in military traditions, with rehearsals being undertaken for many days.

Britain's Prince Philip laid to rest in royal ceremony

Britain's Prince Philip laid to rest in royal ceremony

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

The funeral incorporated hymns and readings chosen by the late royal himself and focussed on the "unwavering loyalty" of the longest-serving consort in British history to his wife, the monarch, and service to Britain and the Commonwealth.

Most Australian athletes against political protest at Olympics

Most Australian athletes against political protest at Olympics

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The survey comes amid growing calls on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to ease restrictions on protests with other sports organisations allowing athletes to express on-field solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement in a time of global anti-racism demonstrations following George Floyd's death in police custody in May.

This 16 YO promises to fight racial injustice

This 16 YO promises to fight racial injustice

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Coco Gauff has released videos protesting against killings of African-Americans in the US amid widespread outrage following the death of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man in police custody in Minneapolis.

Out Of Africa: The Real Story Behind World Cup

Out Of Africa: The Real Story Behind World Cup

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

More than 50 Africa-born or African-origin players are spread across 11 teams -- excluding sides from the continent -- that are part of the tournament in Qatar.

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

On Thursday, Indrani will be obligated to change into the green uniform sari she receives visitors in, as per jail rules, and meet the gentlemen from the income tax department. She may also at some point on Thursday video conference with Delhi in the INX Media-Karti Chidambaram case where she might become an approver.

Holder sad that 'Black Lives Matter' movement not part of IPL

Holder sad that 'Black Lives Matter' movement not part of IPL

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

West Indies captain Jason Holder expressed his disappointment that none of the eight IPL teams are 'taking a knee' in solidarity with the 'Black Lives Matter' movement, which has been completely ignored in world's most glamorous cricket league.

The Batman Review

The Batman Review

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Twists and turns, shocking revelations, explosions, chase sequences and a lot of moodiness make The Batman a riveting movie going experience, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'Am I next?' Tennis star joins chorus of protest after Minneapolis death

'Am I next?' Tennis star joins chorus of protest after Minneapolis death

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was charged on Friday with murder in the death of 46-year-old George Floyd after cellphone footage of the white officer kneeling on Floyd's neck prompted a wave of protests.

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

A round-up of the action in the English Premier League on Monday.

Injured Starc, Lynn in Australia's Champions Trophy squad

Injured Starc, Lynn in Australia's Champions Trophy squad

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

James Faulkner, man-of-the-match in the 2015 World Cup final against New Zealand, has been omitted from the 15-man squad named on Thursday, with selectors opting for all-rounders Moises Henriques, Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis.

Mamma Mia! Fashion lessons from Amal Clooney

Mamma Mia! Fashion lessons from Amal Clooney

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

She's nailed the pregnancy style perfectly and is soon turning into a fashion icon of sorts with her vintage dress and figure-hugging gowns!

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Remembering Anglo-Indian Courage For The Motherland

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'Anglo-Indians have played a significant role at the forefront, meeting every challenge to the security of the motherland.' A fascinating excerpt from Barry O'Brien's The Anglo-Indians: A Portrait of a Community.

Princess Eugenie marries in second UK royal wedding of the year

Princess Eugenie marries in second UK royal wedding of the year

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Five months ago, Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot. Now, his cousin, Princess Eugenie -- Queen Elizabeth's grand daughter -- is marrying Jack Brooksbank at St George's Chapel. Here are the highlights from the second royal wedding of the year.

Central Districts

Central Districts

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

The Central Districts team for the Champions League T20, which kicks-off in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, September 10.

Cricket Buzz: Australia to trial new Kookaburra ball in Sheffield Shield

Cricket Buzz: Australia to trial new Kookaburra ball in Sheffield Shield

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

CA said the difference between the old ball and the new one was an updated lining of the leather designed to increase the resilience of the seam.

Good showing earns contractual rewards for Khawaja, Burns

Good showing earns contractual rewards for Khawaja, Burns

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Batsmen Usman Khawaja, Adam Voges and Joe Burns have been rewarded for their strong form over the past 12 months by being awarded central contracts by Cricket Australia on Friday.

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

A look at the guests at the premiere.

Hamilton takes his 100th F1 win with victory in Russia

Hamilton takes his 100th F1 win with victory in Russia

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Lewis Hamilton became the first Formula One driver to win 100 races with a victory in Russia that sent him back on top of the championship.

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Here we encapsulate all the sporting action from last week in this stunning photo feature.

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

US won't send officials to Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'The Biden administration will not send any diplomatic or official representation to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games given the PRC's ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Xinjiang and other human rights abuses.'

RIP Subhas Bhowmick: The 'Jose Mourinho' of Kolkata Maidan

RIP Subhas Bhowmick: The 'Jose Mourinho' of Kolkata Maidan

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

A fearless competitor who used brain and brawn in equal measure, Subhas Bhowmick was one of the most fascinating characters in Indian football through the 1970s with his muscular built and equally expressive carefree opinions.

Tour de France commences as Kristoff wins stage one

Tour de France commences as Kristoff wins stage one

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

Norway's Kristoff outsprinted Danish world champion Mads Pedersen after 156 km around Nice.

Punjab-born Simi Singh in Ireland squad for T20Is vs India

Punjab-born Simi Singh in Ireland squad for T20Is vs India

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Ireland have named a 14-member squad led by Gary Wilson for the two T20 Internationals against India and one of the notable names is 31-year-old Punjab born off-spinner Simranjit 'Simi' Singh.

Australia, New Zealand farewell spectator sport as coronavirus curbs bite

Australia, New Zealand farewell spectator sport as coronavirus curbs bite

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Australia's top winter football codes have resolved to play on with spectator bans for as long as they can reasonably do so, but the governing body of Super Rugby had little choice but to suspend the sprawling rugby union competition.

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

New Zealand Test openers pull out of practice game against India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

The two players decided to pull out in favour of playing for their provinces in the Plunket Shield, New Zealand's domestic first class championships.

Best moments 2018: Bull runs, royal weddings, supermoons!

Best moments 2018: Bull runs, royal weddings, supermoons!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

As we near the end of another eventful year, 15 top moments from the world of arts and culture.

Duchess of Cambridge has third baby

Duchess of Cambridge has third baby

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

The unnamed son will be fifth-in-line to the British throne, behind her grandfather Prince Charles, father Prince William, brother Prince George and big sister Princess Charlotte.

Prince Philip's funeral to mark his 'unwavering loyalty'

Prince Philip's funeral to mark his 'unwavering loyalty'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

The ceremony, which officially begins at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle with a national minute's silence at 1500 local time on Saturday, will be a religious one though without any sermons, as planned by the Duke, who passed away aged 99 last week on Friday.

Waiting for A R Rahman

Waiting for A R Rahman

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

Benedict Princy Peter shares her memories of her meeting with the maestro.

Australia squad unchanged for Perth Test

Australia squad unchanged for Perth Test

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Australia will take the same 12-man squad to Perth for the third Ashes Test this week after humbling England by 218 runs to win the second match in Adelaide on Monday.

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Queen, 89, will take over the title from her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria who, according to Buckingham Palace, reigned for exactly 23,226 days, 16 hours and 23 minutes. To celebrate her 63-year-long reign, here are some interesting facts about her.

Brathwaite, Samuels lead West Indies fightback

Brathwaite, Samuels lead West Indies fightback

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Half-centuries from Kraigg Brathwaite and Marlon Samuels steered a battling West Indies to 147 for two at the close on day three of the second Test against South Africa on Sunday.

Bindra claims third gold in Inter Shoot Tri series

Bindra claims third gold in Inter Shoot Tri series

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

Ace Indian shooter Abhinav Bindra added another gold to his tally at the Inter Shoot Tri series Shooting and became the first individual to win three gold medals in the event at Hague, Netherlands.

In-form Bailey gets call-up for first Ashes Test, Warner keeps place

In-form Bailey gets call-up for first Ashes Test, Warner keeps place

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Australia have included uncapped George Bailey in their 12-man squad for the first Ashes encounter against England next week in a gamble the 31-year-old can replicate his "extraordinary" limited overs form in the Test arena.