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'Free Palestine' banner at UCL match irks French minister

'Free Palestine' banner at UCL match irks French minister

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

UEFA to not place sanctions on PSG

Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Russia hands over World Cup hosting duties to Qatar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday handed over the mantle of World Cup host to the emir of Qatar, whose country will stage the 2022 edition of the tournament.

Who will blink first? Trump or Qatar's emir?

Who will blink first? Trump or Qatar's emir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

'Did Trump hint at US military intervention in Qatar?' asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Furious Gurpreet demands more after FIFA World Cup exit

Furious Gurpreet demands more after FIFA World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Gurpreet was in the thick of things when the ball went over the line and out of play.

Stimac sacked after India's exit from WC qualifiers

Stimac sacked after India's exit from WC qualifiers

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Following a virtual meeting on June 16th, 2024, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced a change in leadership for the Senior Men's National Team.

AFC Champions League Two: Tough draw for Mohun Bagan SG

AFC Champions League Two: Tough draw for Mohun Bagan SG

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Champions League Two features 32 clubs divided into eight groups - four West, four East - of four teams each for the group stage, which will be played in a home-and-away round-robin format from September 17 to December 5.

I'm done chasing records: Ronaldo announces

I'm done chasing records: Ronaldo announces

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is focused on being the perfect team member at Saudi side Al Nassr rather than collecting more individual accolades in the twilight of his career.

Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Smashes six sixes in an over in T20I vs Qatar

Qatar Airways may start domestic airline in India

Qatar Airways may start domestic airline in India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

In the past, Qatar Airways has repeatedly expressed a desire to invest in IndiGo, the country's largest domestic airline.

PIX: Qatar unveils fully air-conditioned World Cup stadium

PIX: Qatar unveils fully air-conditioned World Cup stadium

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Al Janoub is a fully air-conditioned stadium which keeps the temperature 10 degrees lower than the 29 Celsius outside.

Russia, Qatar could lose World Cups'

Russia, Qatar could lose World Cups'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2015

Russia and Qatar could be stripped of their World Cup hosting rights if evidence emerges of bribery in the bidding process, Domenico Scala, the independent chairman of FIFA's audit and compliance committee, told a Swiss newspaper.

Committed to India hosting 2036 Olympics: PT Usha

Committed to India hosting 2036 Olympics: PT Usha

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha on Tuesday insisted that its commitment to host the 2036 Summer Games "remained steadfast" despite the "internal challenges" her organisation has been facing due to her feud with the Executive Council members.

Mitoma double sends Japan, Saudi Arabia to Qatar World Cup

Mitoma double sends Japan, Saudi Arabia to Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Substitute Kaoru Mitoma scored twice to give Japan a 2-0 win over Australia and send his country through to seventh successive edition of the World Cup finals

Qatar-Saudi standoff: Iran plays its cards

Qatar-Saudi standoff: Iran plays its cards

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Iran signed a $3 billion deal with Boeing, backed Qatar against the Saudis, scored a big victory in Syria and reached out to Hamas. Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar examines how the Qatar versus Saudi Arabia standoff is quickly changing alignments in the Middle East.

AIFF extends support to 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar

AIFF extends support to 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar

Rediff.com11 May 2017

'Indians living in Qatar will play a significant role in making the 2022 World Cup a success'

Freed Navy veterans laud PM for securing their release

Freed Navy veterans laud PM for securing their release

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Setting foot to their homeland after several agonising months of captivity in Qatar, seven of the eight Indian navy veterans who were sentenced to death on 'espionage' charges, heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying they wouldn't have been freed had it for the sustained diplomatic efforts at his behest to secure their release.

Syrian Prez Assad flees as rebels enter Damascus

Syrian Prez Assad flees as rebels enter Damascus

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

The head of Syria's main opposition group abroad Hadi al-Bahra Syrian said that Damascus is now "without Bashar al-Assad" according to Reuters.

India submits 'Letter of Intent' to host 2036 Olympics

India submits 'Letter of Intent' to host 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

India face competition from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, who are positioning themselves as strong contenders to host the 2036 Olympics.

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Mohun Bagan refuse to travel to Iran for AFC tie

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Keeping their players' "safety and security" in mind, Mohun Bagan Super Giant have decided against travelling to Iran for their AFC Champions League 2 match against Tractor FC owing to the existing volatile situation in the west Asian nation.

Ex-UEFA chief Platini detained in Qatar World Cup probe

Ex-UEFA chief Platini detained in Qatar World Cup probe

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Ex-UEFA chief Michel Platini was arrested, on Tuesday, in connection with a probe into the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar, a source close to the investigation said.

2022 World Cup in Qatar will be best ever, says FIFA boss

2022 World Cup in Qatar will be best ever, says FIFA boss

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

FIFA president Gianni Infantino hailed Qatar's progress on infrastructure ahead of its 2022 World Cup and said the tournament is poised to be the best one yet.

Four games a day at 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Four games a day at 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The tournament's opening game on November 21, will be at the 60,000 capacity Al Bayt Stadium, with its distinctive 'tent' style covering.

Stimac vows India still alive in World Cup race

Stimac vows India still alive in World Cup race

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Don't have time to feel sorry for ourselves, we're still alive: Stimac

Former Manchester United defender hangs up boots

Former Manchester United defender hangs up boots

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

'I have no regrets, I wouldn't change a thing.'

Qatar reach Asian Cup final despite sandal-throwing UAE fans

Qatar reach Asian Cup final despite sandal-throwing UAE fans

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Boualem Khoukhi's early strike and an eighth goal of the tournament from striker Almoez Ali gave Qatar a 2-0 halftime lead with Hassan Al-Haydos and Hamid Ismail completing the rout in the last 10 minutes.

'No way Qatar will lose 2022 World Cup'

'No way Qatar will lose 2022 World Cup'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Qatar said on Wednesday there was no way it would be stripped of the right to host the World Cup despite the corruption scandal surrounding FIFA, dismissing a 'bashing campaign' of criticism of its 2022 bid as anti-Arab prejudice.

India, Qatar sign agreements on visas, cyberspace, investments

India, Qatar sign agreements on visas, cyberspace, investments

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Modi and the Qatari Prime Minister, who is in New Delhi on his first visit, discussed enhancing cooperation in defence and security, in particular in cyber security and agreed on joint action to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing.

India 'throws up' investment opportunities for Qatar investors

India 'throws up' investment opportunities for Qatar investors

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

India 'throws up' investment opportunities for Qatar investors.

These are Saudi's 13 demands from Qatar to lift embargo

These are Saudi's 13 demands from Qatar to lift embargo

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

The list, according to media reports, also features reducing ties with Iran and closing a Turkish military base.

Neeraj vows to win next Diamond League meet after close second in Doha

Neeraj vows to win next Diamond League meet after close second in Doha

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Olympic and World champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra vowed to go one step ahead in the next Diamond League meeting after finishing a close second during the Doha leg on Friday.

'Part of life': Freed Navy veteran on missing daughter's wedding

'Part of life': Freed Navy veteran on missing daughter's wedding

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

"It happens. It's part of our lives," retired Indian Navy commander B K Verma who has returned from Qatar says with stoicism while talking about his daughter's wedding that he could not attend.

New Zealand's Kerr beats McEwen in tense men's high jump for gold

New Zealand's Kerr beats McEwen in tense men's high jump for gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

New Zealand's Hamish Kerr won gold in the men's Olympic high jump on Saturday with a best effort of 2.36 metres after a long and gruelling final, securing his country's first medal in the event.

Chhetri leads India's charge for World Cup qualification

Chhetri leads India's charge for World Cup qualification

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Chhetri's record against the neighbours is quite impressive, scoring four goals in eight matches including a spectacular strike from a free kick in Kolkata in 2022.

Will FIFA take action against Qatar after t-shirt protest?

Will FIFA take action against Qatar after t-shirt protest?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Qatar's national team could face disciplinary action from FIFA after players warmed up for a World Cup qualifier against South Korea in T-shirts showing support for the country's emir.

Asian Cup: Qatar's four-goal Ali equals record against North Korea

Asian Cup: Qatar's four-goal Ali equals record against North Korea

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

The Al Duhail forward was in rampant form for the Qataris as he became only the fourth player in Asian Cup history to score four in a single game.

Ali on target as Qatar stun Japan to win first Asian Cup

Ali on target as Qatar stun Japan to win first Asian Cup

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Almoez Ali scored a spectacular overhead kick for a record ninth goal of the tournament to set Qatar on their way to a first Asian Cup triumph with a stunning 3-1 win over four-times champions Japan on Friday.

Booze and football present tricky choices for Qatar

Booze and football present tricky choices for Qatar

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

Qatar will begin sifting through fan feedback from the Club World Cup to see how it can provide supporters with a successful World Cup in 2022, but cultural differences will be a tricky challenge to surmount. Drinking and partying can be a tricky concept in a country with strict restrictions on alcohol consumption and low tolerance for rowdiness.

US shuts embassy in Afghanistan, moves it to Qatar

US shuts embassy in Afghanistan, moves it to Qatar

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

The United States has begun a new diplomatic mission in Afghanistan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said as the US withdrew its last troops from the country ending the 20-year war in the South Asian nation.

Qatari court accepts India's appeal on ex-Navy personnel's death sentence

Qatari court accepts India's appeal on ex-Navy personnel's death sentence

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

A Qatari court has accepted the appeal document on the sentencing of eight former Indian naval personnel to death, sources familiar with the matter said.

Modi, Qatar's emir hold talks to boost bilateral ties

Modi, Qatar's emir hold talks to boost bilateral ties

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

With an intent to give a push to India-Qatar ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on Sunday held detailed talks on a wide range of issues.