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PIX: Real Sociedad shock Barcelona; Napoli hold Inter

PIX: Real Sociedad shock Barcelona; Napoli hold Inter

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Barcelona suffered a shock 1-0 LaLiga defeat at Real Sociedad on Sunday that ended their seven-match winning streak in all competitions.

F1: Verstappen starts season with win in Bahrain

F1: Verstappen starts season with win in Bahrain

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Red Bull's Max Verstappen started the season with a commanding Bahrain Grand Prix win from pole position.

Ek Hasina Thi: End Of An Era In Bangladesh

Ek Hasina Thi: End Of An Era In Bangladesh

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As news of Hasina's departure spread, hundreds broke into Hasina's residence, vandalising and looting the interiors, providing dramatic expression to the anti-government protests that have killed more than 100 people in the last two days. At the centre of people anger is the Hasina government's controversial quota system reserving 30 per cent jobs for families of veterans who fought the 1971 liberation war. With volatile crowds taking to the streets -- some clambering on Hasina's father and Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's statue and smashing it with hammers in a lasting image underscoring the fickleness of history -- Army chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman announced that the 76-year-old prime minister has resigned.

Assam floods: Over 6.71 lakh hit; IAF pressed into rescue

Assam floods: Over 6.71 lakh hit; IAF pressed into rescue

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Assam's flood situation remained critical on Tuesday with over 6.71 lakh people affected in 20 districts in the second wave of flooding this year, as the Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 13 stranded fishermen from the severely-hit Dibrugarh district, an official said.

Toilet Break and A Trial: Mukesh's journey from 'khep' to India A

Toilet Break and A Trial: Mukesh's journey from 'khep' to India A

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Bengal bowling coach Ranadeb Bose strongly backed Mukesh Kumar

Nations League PIX: Inspired Greece stun England; France thrash Israel

Nations League PIX: Inspired Greece stun England; France thrash Israel

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Greece beat England for the first time as striker Vangelis Pavlidis's double earned the visitors a richly-deserved 2-1 victory.

9 dead, 41 injured as goods train hits Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

9 dead, 41 injured as goods train hits Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Three rear compartments of the Kanchanjunga Express derailed under the impact of the collision by the locomotive of the goods train from behind, the police officer said.

Women fill streets across Bengal in midnight stir against doctor's murder

Women fill streets across Bengal in midnight stir against doctor's murder

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Responding to the 'Women, Reclaim the Night' call given on social media by commoners, college students, home-makers and employees of offices will congregate in key thoroughfares in small towns and big cities, including in various parts of Kolkata.

Exports dip 1.2% in Jul; trade deficit widens to $23.5 bn

Exports dip 1.2% in Jul; trade deficit widens to $23.5 bn

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

After remaining in the positive zone for three months, India's exports contracted 1.2 per cent to $33.98 billion in July, while the trade deficit widened to $23.5 billion.

Many US personnel hurt as Iran-backed terrorists fire missiles at Iraq airbase

Many US personnel hurt as Iran-backed terrorists fire missiles at Iraq airbase

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

US central command said that several US personnel are undergoing evaluation for "traumatic brain injuries" and at least one Iraqi service member was wounded in the attack.

PIX: Chelsea hold United; Spurs roar back to crush Villa

PIX: Chelsea hold United; Spurs roar back to crush Villa

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Moises Caicedo's blistering second-half strike cancelled out a Bruno Fernandes penalty as Chelsea salvaged a 1-1 draw with Manchester United on Sunday.

As Olympics kick off, Gazans seek refuge in football

As Olympics kick off, Gazans seek refuge in football

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Inspired by the Olympics worlds away in Paris, some Palestinian youths played football against each other at a school sheltering the displaced in the war-torn Gaza Strip

India sees red as OIC secretary-general visits PoK

India sees red as OIC secretary-general visits PoK

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

India on Tuesday strongly condemned the visit of the secretary general of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and for his comments on Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the grouping has no locus standi in matters related to the region.

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

'The greatness of India can be experienced by meeting Indians on the frontiers of India.' 'Every citizen on the border is a soldier'

Oh, Kolkata!

Oh, Kolkata!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

5 Must Do Things in Kolkata.

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

In-form Indian archers at touching distance from Olympic medal

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

India will take on the winners of France and the Netherlands in women's team quarter-finals on Sunday; Men's team most fancied

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

'Trudeau Wants To Cultivate Pro-Khalistan Leaders'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'He is convinced that this will help him in the next election.' 'But as we know, the best laid plans of mice and men can go awry.'

NZ pacer Tickner fights back tears, reveals father's home hit by cyclone

NZ pacer Tickner fights back tears, reveals father's home hit by cyclone

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Emotional Tickner returns to NZ squad after cyclone relief efforts

Indian compound mixed team enters final

Indian compound mixed team enters final

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Priyansh advanced to the compound mixed team final, confirming India's second medal, while Deepika Kumari brightened the country's gloomy recurve campaign, reaching to her second successive Archery World Cup semifinals after her comeback in the Stage 2 of the event, in Yecheon on Friday.

How tennis stars plan to contribute to Aus bushfire relief

How tennis stars plan to contribute to Aus bushfire relief

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Screaming at their box, hitting aces, all the ways players want to raise money to contribute to the relief work for the bushfires.

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played across England, on Saturday.

Nancy Tyagi Stitches Her Way To Cannes

Nancy Tyagi Stitches Her Way To Cannes

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'I chose the colour pink and I looked like a doll in it.' 'I worked on the pink gown single-handed and it took me one month...'

PIX: Real Madrid win at Getafe; Ramos sees red as PSG held

PIX: Real Madrid win at Getafe; Ramos sees red as PSG held

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

A summary of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Ligue 1 and the Bundesliga.

Bengal train crash: Initial probe blames lapses by goods train crew

Bengal train crash: Initial probe blames lapses by goods train crew

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Meanwhile, the drivers' union rejected the initial probe report alleging "external influence".

Hamas releases 2 US hostages on 'humanitarian ground'

Hamas releases 2 US hostages on 'humanitarian ground'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

However, the IDF strongly criticised the Hamas terror group for continuing to hold approximately 200 other hostages.

PIX: Real Madrid, Napoli win; Bayern edge Wolfsburg

PIX: Real Madrid, Napoli win; Bayern edge Wolfsburg

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Second-half strikes by Federico Valverde, Brahim Diaz and Endrick gave feeble Real Madrid an unconvincing 3-0 win over lowly Real Valladolid.

Keeping with tradition, PM dons multicolour Bandhani print turban on I-Day

Keeping with tradition, PM dons multicolour Bandhani print turban on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Modi also wore a black V-neck jacket with the turban which was a mix of yellow, green and red colour with a long tail.

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The bodies of Rakesh Kamal, 57, his wife, Teena, 54, and their 18-year-old daughter, Ariana, were found in their Dover mansion at about 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Norfolk District Attorney (DA) Michael Morrissey said.

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Scotland stay in hunt for quarters with 1-0 win over 10-man Croatia

What Will Israel Do Next?

What Will Israel Do Next?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

FM rules out GST waiver on Covid vaccines, says move will make them costlier

FM rules out GST waiver on Covid vaccines, says move will make them costlier

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Currently, domestic supplies and commercial imports of vaccines attract a 5 per cent Goods and Services Tax, while COVID drugs and oxygen concentrators attract a 12 per cent levy.

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

European champions Spain claimed a place in the Nations League quarter-finals with a 3-0 home win over Serbia.

3 dead, 7 missing as heavy rains batter Guj; hundreds shifted

3 dead, 7 missing as heavy rains batter Guj; hundreds shifted

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The administration is geared up for more showers as the India meteorological department has warned of heavy to very heavy rains with isolated extremely heavy rains in several districts of the state till Thursday morning.

ISL: Bengaluru down East Bengal; Chennaiyin win

ISL: Bengaluru down East Bengal; Chennaiyin win

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Bengaluru FC's academy graduate Vinith Venkatesh scored the winner as the Blues picked up their first points of the ISL season with a 1-0 win over East Bengal.

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Khamenei, who has the last word on all state matters and is also the commander in chief of the armed forces, instructed military commanders from the Revolutionary Guards and the army to prepare plans for both an attack and a defence in case the war expands and Israel or the US strike Iran, the officials said.

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

A first-half penalty earned Lille a shock 1-0 home victory over holders Real Madrid in the Champions League group phase on Wednesday.

Exports up 1%; Dec trade deficit narrows to 3-month low

Exports up 1%; Dec trade deficit narrows to 3-month low

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

The country's exports edged up 1 per cent to $38.45 billion in December 2023 while the trade deficit narrowed to a three-month low of $19.8 billion, official data released on Monday showed. Imports declined by 4.85 per cent to $58.25 billion in December last year due to a dip in crude oil shipments. The previous low in trade deficit - the difference between imports and exports - was recorded in September at $19.37 billion.

'Better game awareness' and execution is the key to Sudharsan's consistency

'Better game awareness' and execution is the key to Sudharsan's consistency

Rediff.com12 May 2024

His talent has always been unquestionable but what has stood out for young Gujarat Titans southpaw Sai Sudharsan in this IPL is his impressive game awareness and decision making, traits he picked up during his maiden India stint in South Africa last year.

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The Independence Day event at the historic Red Fort, where prime minister unfurls the tricolour and delivers a speech to the nation, was scaled down this year. Around 4,000 invites, a quarter of the usual, were issued to officers, diplomats, local leaders and others.

Nepal Maoists free 60 soldiers

Nepal Maoists free 60 soldiers

Rediff.com16 Sep 2005