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Can CSK trump SRH in battle of strugglers?

Can CSK trump SRH in battle of strugglers?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

While Robin Uthappa had scored a fifty in one of the games, the likes of Moeen Ali and Ambati Rayudu have failed to capitalise on their starts.

Indian football: Pandita rescues Goa; Real Kashmir win

Indian football: Pandita rescues Goa; Real Kashmir win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

The draw, Goa's sixth on the trot, helped the Gaurs climb to the third spot on the table.

Shorts: F2 driver, India's Jehan finishes second in Baku

Shorts: F2 driver, India's Jehan finishes second in Baku

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

Anahat Singh seals berth for World Junior Squash C'ship after topping selection trials

Former home minister Buta Singh passes away

Former home minister Buta Singh passes away

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

The senior Congress leader was in a coma since October last year, when he was admitted to AIIMS after he suffered a brain haemorrhage.

'When he is hitting someone, you can see it in his eyes'

'When he is hitting someone, you can see it in his eyes'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

'It's this swag and body language that convinces you that he can pound 10 men to dust with his bare fists.'

Yuvraj's birthday wish: Swift resolution to farmers' issues

Yuvraj's birthday wish: Swift resolution to farmers' issues

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Saturday turned 39 but instead of celebrating his birthday this year, the 2011 World Cup hero hoped for a 'swift resolution' to the ongoing farmers' issues through dialogue.

Yashpal Sharma: Of guts, pride and Dilip Kumar's word

Yashpal Sharma: Of guts, pride and Dilip Kumar's word

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The World Cup belonged to Yashpal as much as it belonged to Kapil Dev, Mohinder Amarnath or Roger Binny, whose performances are often highlighted.

Does the IOA want to finish Mumbai hockey?

Does the IOA want to finish Mumbai hockey?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'Indian hockey will lose out on one of its most important nurseries of good hockey talent.'

IPL 2021: Pant to continue as Delhi Capitals captain

IPL 2021: Pant to continue as Delhi Capitals captain

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Rishabh Pant was appointed captain of Delhi Capitals at the start of the season after regular skipper Shreyas Iyer, under whom the team reached final for the first time in the last edition, was out of action due to a horrific shoulder dislocation that required a surgery.

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Friday.

Who will replace Paresh Rawal in OMG 2?

Who will replace Paresh Rawal in OMG 2?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

In the proposed sequel to the 2012 film Oh My God, Pankaj Tripathi will play the lead while Akshay Kumar will reprise his cameo appearance as Lord Krishna.

Coming soon: The Pro Volleyball League

Coming soon: The Pro Volleyball League

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'For the first couple of years, it is about building the league.' 'We are positive that the quality of matches will attract eyeballs.'

FIFA seeks update on Indian football scenario

FIFA seeks update on Indian football scenario

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

World football governing body FIFA on Thursday sought an update from the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on the current scenario in India to which the national federation reiterated its stance that it would resolve the impasse surrounding an unified league in a two-three year window.

What Defeat in UP Will Mean for Brand Modi

What Defeat in UP Will Mean for Brand Modi

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Any defeat for the BJP now would imply that anti-incumbency against Modi has set in, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

I-League clubs knock on PM's door to 'save football'

I-League clubs knock on PM's door to 'save football'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

In a letter signed by Swapan Sadhan Bose, managing director of Mohun Bagan, the I-League clubs have urged the prime minister to "intervene and save the sport".

Indian football: 10-man FC Goa hold SC East Bengal

Indian football: 10-man FC Goa hold SC East Bengal

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

SCEB failed to make use of a numerical advantage to settle for a 1-1 draw against FC Goa

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Indian Football: Mumbai City pips Bagan to win ISL winner's shield

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Despite losing the top spot to Mumbai, ATK Mohun Bagan will still harbour hopes of salvaging their season with a second successive Hero ISL title.

Big Bout: Mary Kom outclasses Olympic medallist Ingrit

Big Bout: Mary Kom outclasses Olympic medallist Ingrit

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

MC Mary Kom won by a unanimous decision against 2016 Olympic bronze medallist Ingrit Lorena Valencia in the Big Bout Indian Boxing League.

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Rediff.com28 May 2020

BCCI wants to hold the IPL in the October window after the tournament was postponed indefinitely earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Who up there is writing this script?'

'Who up there is writing this script?'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'How can so many misfortunes fall on one beautiful family?'

Stay at home, COVID-19 will run away from India: Sehwag urges

Stay at home, COVID-19 will run away from India: Sehwag urges

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, on Saturday, appealed to the countrymen to stay at home as Covid 19 continues to rage.

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

I tried to reason in my mind that wouldn't beating Pakistan again and again -- in the league matches and in the knockouts if they made it -- be a better tribute to our martyred soldiers? A revealing excerpt from Vinod Rai's Not Just A Nightwatchman: My Innings In The BCCI.

Indian football: ATK end NorthEast's unbeaten run

Indian football: ATK end NorthEast's unbeaten run

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

With their fourth win of the campaign, ATK have now 14 points from seven matches while NorthEast, who have 10 points, are at fourth spot.

IN PICS: Sushant and his special connection with cricket

IN PICS: Sushant and his special connection with cricket

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Playing M S was not Sushant Singh Rajput's only link with cricket.

Harmanpreet evades queries on controversy surrounding qualifications

Harmanpreet evades queries on controversy surrounding qualifications

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

She was in Mohali to take part in an event, where she cheered on as a group of 572 girls performed minute-long jump squats to create a new record.

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Former Manchester United and Mumbai City forward, Uruguay's Diego Forlan and La Liga's managing director for India, Jose Antonio Cachaza discussed ways for India to become a footballing powerhouse. Norma Godinho/Rediff.com sat in as the duo discussed Indian football and the Spanish League's new India tie-up.

The Parsi Dronacharya

The Parsi Dronacharya

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

'I am a gadha (donkey)! But God has been on my side and I have managed to produce players,' Dronacharya Awardee Merzban Patel tells Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com.

COVID positive Milkha Singh hospitalised, condition stable

COVID positive Milkha Singh hospitalised, condition stable

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Milkha had earlier said that a couple of house helps had been infected by the virus after which his family underwent tests.

Why we should watch out for KL Rahul in IPL 2021...

Why we should watch out for KL Rahul in IPL 2021...

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir expects K L Rahul to have a stupendous IPL campaign when the T20 league resumes in the UAE on Sunday.

Why most protesting farmers aren't wearing masks

Why most protesting farmers aren't wearing masks

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Thousands of farmers camping at the Tikri borders are largely seen without the basic preventive measure against COVID-19 -- protective masks.

Degree row: DySP Harmanpreet may be demoted to constable's post

Degree row: DySP Harmanpreet may be demoted to constable's post

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

'As her graduation degree was found to be fake, she can be given the post of constable which matches her educational qualification'

SAI yet to approve Vijender Singh's leave

SAI yet to approve Vijender Singh's leave

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

India's star boxer Vijender Singh, who is being investigated in a sensational drug haul case, is on leave from the NIS but his application for an extension is yet to be approved by the Sports Authority of India.

Ranji: Dhull 3rd Indian to hit two tons on debut; Pujara saves Saurashtra

Ranji: Dhull 3rd Indian to hit two tons on debut; Pujara saves Saurashtra

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

A round up of the fourth and final day's action of the Ranji Trophy matches on Sunday.

Guess who was Preity Zinta's special guest at IPL match

Guess who was Preity Zinta's special guest at IPL match

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Some fans credited the presence of 'MS Dhoni' as Kings XI Punjab pulled off a remarkable win against Delhi Capitals.

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 68-lakh mark

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 68-lakh mark

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The total recoveries have surged to 58,27,704 while there are 9,02,425 active cases of coronavirus infection in the country.

IPL: This Aussie pacer relishes bowling in the 'death'

IPL: This Aussie pacer relishes bowling in the 'death'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

Nathan Ellis says the IPL stint in the UAE is bound to provide him valuable experience going into the T20 World Cup.

COVID-19 in India: 83,347 new cases, 1,085 dead

COVID-19 in India: 83,347 new cases, 1,085 dead

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The coronavirus caseload surged to 56,46,010, while the death toll climbed to 90,020 with 1,085 people succumbing to the disease in a span of 24 hours, the data updated at 8 am showed.

Olympics: Kamalpreet storms into women's discus final

Olympics: Kamalpreet storms into women's discus final

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

The 25-year-old from Punjab threw a personal best of 64 metres to finish second in Group B in the qualifying round.

Faridkot farmer cycles 400 km to reach Tikri border

Faridkot farmer cycles 400 km to reach Tikri border

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Armed with hope and a revolutionary poem by noted Punjabi poet 'Pash', a farmer cycled nearly 400 km from Fardikot to the Tikri border to join the massive protest by peasants against the new farm laws.

Gehlot allocates portfolios, retains home, finance

Gehlot allocates portfolios, retains home, finance

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The 15 ministers were sworn in on Sunday for the expanded Gehlot cabinet, fulfilling a key demand of former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot whose rebellion last year shook the state's Congress government.