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Calls for Boycott's knighthood to be withdrawn

Calls for Boycott's knighthood to be withdrawn

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

The retired England batsman was convicted in France in 1998 of hitting his ex-girlfriend; he maintains his innocence and said he "couldn't give a toss" about the criticism.

Villages to drive TV boom

Villages to drive TV boom

Rediff.com3 Mar 2005

Pegging the growth of the Indian television market at about 10 per cent in the next five years, Philips India on Thursday said the biggest growth markets for TVs would be smaller towns and rural areas.

The burden of being a son, a father and a prince

The burden of being a son, a father and a prince

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

A look at the three generations of fathers and sons of the British royal family

Now, Russia may target elections in India: Oxford expert tells US lawmakers

Now, Russia may target elections in India: Oxford expert tells US lawmakers

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The Oxford University social media expert, however, did not elaborate further about his charges.

Future of flying: Solar-powered planes?

Future of flying: Solar-powered planes?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

For now, it does not seem possible that solar-powered aircraft can be used as passenger planes. Only a revolution in technology related to solar panel or battery can help.

UK court defers Indian banks' plea to declare Mallya bankrupt

UK court defers Indian banks' plea to declare Mallya bankrupt

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

In a relief to liquor baron Vijay Mallya, the high court in London has deferred hearings on a plea by the SBI-led consortium of Indian banks, seeking the indebted tycoon to be declared bankrupt to enable them recover a loan of around 1.145 billion pounds from him. Justice Michael Briggs of the insolvency division of the high court granted relief to Mallya, ruling that he should be given time till his petitions to the Supreme Court of India and his settlement proposal before the Karnataka high court be determined, allowing him time to repay his debts to the banks in full.

Jayaram, Kashyap enter 2nd round of Dutch Open

Jayaram, Kashyap enter 2nd round of Dutch Open

Rediff.com12 Oct 2016

India's Ajay Jayaram, Parupalli Kashyap and Lakhanee Sarang entered the second round of the men's singles event of the Yonex Dutch Open badminton tournament in Almere on Wednesday. Top seed Jayaram defeated Henri Aarnio of Finland 21-16 21-12 in his opening match, while 11th seed Kashyap defeated Bjorn Seguin of US 21-12 24-22 and Lakhanee prevailed over Scotland's Kieran Merrilees 21-12 21-18 in the first round encounters.

Chilling Halep bubbles to the boil for Wimbledon glory

Chilling Halep bubbles to the boil for Wimbledon glory

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

With last year's French Open, her first Grand Slam title, under her belt, Simona Halep decided that 2019 would be "a chill year". Then, on Saturday, she stepped on to Wimbledon's Centre Court and obliterated the great Serena Williams 6-2, 6-2 in 56 minutes to win the final.

Tech gifting ideas for this end of season

Tech gifting ideas for this end of season

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

The latest smartphone is a cop out. Here's some tech for thought.

Dhoni's team wins first race of World Super Bike C'ship

Dhoni's team wins first race of World Super Bike C'ship

Rediff.com24 Feb 2013

Mahi Racing Team India began their World Supersport Championship campaign with a bang when their lead rider Kenan Sofuoglu of Turkey comfortably won the first race of the season at the Philip Island, Australia on Sunday.

Wimbledon prize money rises 11.8 per cent

Wimbledon prize money rises 11.8 per cent

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

Wimbledon's prize money has trebled in the last decade.

Statue of Ferguson unveiled at Old Trafford

Statue of Ferguson unveiled at Old Trafford

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

Alex Ferguson's glittering reign as Manchester United manager was celebrated when his wife Cathy unveiled a bronze statue of the Scot outside Old Trafford on Friday.

Photo: Kareena is in Vogue!

Photo: Kareena is in Vogue!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

She looks startlingly beautiful on the cover of the fashion magazine.

Langer to take temporary charge of Australia T20 team

Langer to take temporary charge of Australia T20 team

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

The 46-year-old will run the T20 side for three games against Sri Lanka while head coach Darren Lehmann is in India preparing for a four-match Test series.

TV firms zoom in on corporate market

TV firms zoom in on corporate market

Rediff.com10 May 2004

Clarke hits back at 'headline chasing coward' journo

Clarke hits back at 'headline chasing coward' journo

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Michael Clarke has branded a prominent Australian sports journalist a 'headline chasing coward' in a rant on social media after the broadcaster linked the Cape Town ball-tampering scandal with cultural failings during his captaincy.

Are 'refurbished' electrical items any good?

Are 'refurbished' electrical items any good?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Many of us would recoil at the thought of refurbished electronics, with many preferring to buy new items because we trust that nothing can go wrong with them, but refurbished does not always mean a resurrected defective product.

World media reacts to Pandit Ravi Shankar's demise

World media reacts to Pandit Ravi Shankar's demise

Rediff.com12 Dec 2012

The demise of Sitar maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar has sent shockwaves throughout the world.

'It would be nice to finish with as many Test wickets as Lillee'

'It would be nice to finish with as many Test wickets as Lillee'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Mitchell Johnson has set his sights on equalling the record of mentor Dennis Lillee after becoming just the fifth Australian to take 300 Test wickets last week.

No Arjuna for past Khel Ratnas Sakshi, Mirabai

No Arjuna for past Khel Ratnas Sakshi, Mirabai

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

This was due to the fact that they had already won the Khel Ratna, the country's highest sporting honour.

Kapur close to win after four-shot lead at Kensville

Kapur close to win after four-shot lead at Kensville

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

Shiv Kapur carded a flawless seven-under 65 in the penultimate round to grab a four-shot lead over Andrew McArthur (71) of Scotland at the Gujarat Kensville Challenge in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

Nastase not welcome at Wimbledon this year

Nastase not welcome at Wimbledon this year

Rediff.com3 May 2017

Former Romanian tennis player Ilie Nastase will not be welcome at this year's Wimbledon championships and could be stopped at the gate if he tries to attend.

The designer behind the gorgeous hats at the royal wedding

The designer behind the gorgeous hats at the royal wedding

Rediff.com21 May 2018

From Kate Middleton to Oprah Winfrey and Priyanka Chopra, he designed the hats for many lovely ladies at the royal wedding.

Goa: BJP-MGP steal show; curtains down for Cong stalwarts

Goa: BJP-MGP steal show; curtains down for Cong stalwarts

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Many of the Congress stalwarts including four from Churchill Alemao family and state party chief Subhas Shirodkar bit the dust as the Bharatiya Janata Party-Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party alliance on Tuesday managed to bag majority of seats in Goa assembly elections.

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

He was arrested by Swiss authorities for trespassing at the event in July 2015 but later released.

Bravo to stay with team after tearing hamstring

Bravo to stay with team after tearing hamstring

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

West Indies left-hander Darren Bravo will stay with the West Indies' team despite sustaining a torn hamstring.

England's Wood set to miss India tour with ankle injury

England's Wood set to miss India tour with ankle injury

Rediff.com9 Oct 2016

England bowler Mark Wood will have ankle surgery and is set to miss the tour of India that starts next month, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Sunday.

Army Red beat Pune FC in Durand Cup

Army Red beat Pune FC in Durand Cup

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

Army Red defeated a second string Pune FC 2-0 in the opening match of the quarter-final league stage of the 126th Durand Cup Football Tournament in New Delhi on Monday.

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Rediff.com3 May 2018

We tried both out.

20 times Priyanka Chopra won our hearts

20 times Priyanka Chopra won our hearts

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

20 occasions she captured our attention.

British Queen's husband undergoes heart surgery

British Queen's husband undergoes heart surgery

Rediff.com24 Dec 2011

Prince Philip, 90-year-old husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, has undergone a successful heart surgery for a blocked coronary artery after being rushed to hospital with chest pain.

Ind v SA: Rahane may get axe from playing XI

Ind v SA: Rahane may get axe from playing XI

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

The lure to play an extra bowler in Hardik Pandya along with an in-form Rohit Sharma in the opening Test against South Africa has cast doubts over Ajinkya Rahane's place in the playing XI despite having the best away record among the current crop of batsmen.

11 Hair Styling Accessories For A Quick Makeover

11 Hair Styling Accessories For A Quick Makeover

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Here are 11 hair styling accessories For A Quick Makeover

'It's one of the best matches I've ever been involved in'

'It's one of the best matches I've ever been involved in'

Rediff.com26 May 2015

England captain Alastair Cook was almost speechless with delight after his side's 124-run victory over New Zealand in a gripping first Test at Lord's.

Review: Total Recall is engaging

Review: Total Recall is engaging

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

The film does not try to be celebral, and makes for an entertaining watch.

Margaret 'Courts' controversy again, says tennis 'full of lesbians'

Margaret 'Courts' controversy again, says tennis 'full of lesbians'

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Australian 24-time Grand Slam winner Margaret Court said on radio on Wednesday that tennis was 'full of lesbians', courting controversy again just a week after expressing her opposition to same-sex marriage.

Cricket Buzz: Arjun Tendulkar claims five as Mumbai beat Railways in U-19 tie

Cricket Buzz: Arjun Tendulkar claims five as Mumbai beat Railways in U-19 tie

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

Arjun, a promising left-arm pacer, grabbed 5 for 44 in 11 overs as Mumbai bundled out Railways for 136 in their second innings to win the match by an innings and 103 runs.

'PLA won't withdraw from advantageous positions'

'PLA won't withdraw from advantageous positions'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

'The Indian government wakes up after the fact when it can do nothing, or rather lacks the will to prosecute military actions to reverse these adverse PLA-driven developments.'

UK PM loses majority in House as MP defects

UK PM loses majority in House as MP defects

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

If rebel MPs from his own Tory party and Opposition benches succeed in uniting and seeing the motion through, it would force Johnson's hand on seeking an extension to the Brexit deadline from the EU at least until January 31, 2020, in the event that no withdrawal agreement is agreed between both sides by the middle of October.

Want that dream internship? Click on!

Want that dream internship? Click on!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Students need an opening and firms want juniors who'll fit, without spending time and effort in hiring. Online portals are filling the gap.