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Olympics-bound Neeraj says relieved to be back

Olympics-bound Neeraj says relieved to be back

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

Just being able to compete again is bigger relief for Neeraj Chopra than booking an Olympic berth, and the star javelin thrower says his comeback after a lengthy injury lay-off has given him hope that the hard times are well and truly over. Chopra qualified for the Tokyo Olympics with a throw of 87.86m at the ACNE League meeting at Potchefstroom on Tuesday, after missing the entire 2019 season following a surgery on his elbow.

Rahul relieved after Kings reign over Delhi

Rahul relieved after Kings reign over Delhi

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Kings XI Punjab skipper K L Rahul was relieved to see his team finally get over the line comfortably, but said the top-four batsmen must consistently close out games in the remainder of their IPL campaign.

Trump shooter identified, opened fire from 120 metres away

Trump shooter identified, opened fire from 120 metres away

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Thomas Matthew Cooks was planted on the roof of a manufacturing plant located over 130 yards away from the stage at Butler Farm Show grounds, the New York Post reported, citing sources.

'Confidence comes from winning, not talking': Faf hails team effort

'Confidence comes from winning, not talking': Faf hails team effort

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Faf du Plessis was a relieved man after his team snapped a six-game losing streak with a 35-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

Starc roars back with wickets after price tag pressure

Starc roars back with wickets after price tag pressure

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Starc redeemed himself against Delhi by claiming 2-25 in three overs

Ruud defeats Tsitsipas to win Barcelona Open

Ruud defeats Tsitsipas to win Barcelona Open

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Casper Ruud gained sweet revenge over Stefanos Tsitsipas as he beat the Greek fifth seed 7-5, 6-3 to win the Barcelona Open on Sunday.

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

In Modi 3.0, NSG, ITBP to be withdrawn from VIP security

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

The plan to relieve NSG from VIP security tasks has been in the making since 2012 when NSG commanders foresaw an event where simultaneous terror attacks could be witnessed at one time on multiple centres in the country and the commandos will have to be rushed in different directions.

Verstappen steals the show at Imola

Verstappen steals the show at Imola

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Max Verstappen held off a late charge by McLaren's Lando Norris to win the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

UP: Students write 'Jai Shri Ram' on answer sheets, clear exams

UP: Students write 'Jai Shri Ram' on answer sheets, clear exams

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

The matter come to light when Divyanshu Singh, a former student of the university, sought information under the Right to Information Act after coming to know about some students of first and second semester of the D Pharma course were passed in a test despite writing wrong answers.

Modi 3.0: Smriti Irani, Anurag Thakur out; allies in

Modi 3.0: Smriti Irani, Anurag Thakur out; allies in

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

There is also speculation within the BJP that its national president J P Nadda, whose extended tenure will end by this month and who was among the leaders meeting Modi, may also be brought back in the government.

Why scratching relieves an itch

Why scratching relieves an itch

Rediff.com1 Feb 2008

The researchers in the United States have carried out a study and found that scratching is linked to the suppression of unpleasant feelings inside the brain, which actually helps in relieving an itch.

Playing cricket in New York wasn't easy: Rohit

Playing cricket in New York wasn't easy: Rohit

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

India skipper Rohit Sharma admitted it wasn't easy playing on a two-paced newly-laid drop-in pitch at the Nassau County ground in New York and the team had to battle it out till the end to win each of their three matches in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Relieved Gill admits maiden ton took a long time coming

Relieved Gill admits maiden ton took a long time coming

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Gill, playing his 12th Test, and Chesteshwar Pujara (102 not out off 130) powered India to 258 for 2 declared, setting Bangladesh a daunting victory target of 513.

5 Asanas For Kids During The Monsoon

5 Asanas For Kids During The Monsoon

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

These five asanas are easy to perform and require minimal space, making them ideal for indoor practice.

2002 riots probe: SC relieves SIT chief

2002 riots probe: SC relieves SIT chief

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

The bench hailed the work done so far by the SIT and allowed the request of Salve, while asking A K Malhotra, another member of the SIT, to oversee the functioning of the probe team.

'Let Me Get My Shoes', Trump Said After Shooting

'Let Me Get My Shoes', Trump Said After Shooting

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Former United States president Donald Trump was injured after being shot in the ear during an apparent assassination attempt at an election rally in Pennsylvania after which a male attacker was shot and killed by a member of the Secret Service.

How Root's heroic century rescued England on Day 1

How Root's heroic century rescued England on Day 1

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Root rescues England with controlled century in India

My Father, The Trailblazer

My Father, The Trailblazer

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To tell us about your father, just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My father) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

Kerala Catholic priest joins BJP, suspended as vicar

Kerala Catholic priest joins BJP, suspended as vicar

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The priest joined the BJP at a time when the catholic church had been attacking the party over the Manipur violence.

BJP expels Karnataka rebel leader Eshwarappa for six years

BJP expels Karnataka rebel leader Eshwarappa for six years

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

The 75-year-old Eshwarappa, had remained steadfast in his decision to contest, spurning efforts by party leaders to pacify him. He had even filed his nomination as an independent candidate.

Kasparov clarifies after post on Rahul Gandhi goes viral

Kasparov clarifies after post on Rahul Gandhi goes viral

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Russian chess great Garry Kasparov has expressed hope that his "little joke" on Indian politics does not pass for "advocacy or expertise" after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral.

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.

Paytm Payments Bank MD and CEO Surinder Chawla quits

Paytm Payments Bank MD and CEO Surinder Chawla quits

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Beleaguered Paytm Payments Bank's managing director and CEO Surinder Chawla has resigned from the company, a regulatory filing said on Tuesday. Chawla's resignation comes amidst Paytm Payments Bank facing prohibitory action from banking regulator RBI. "Surinder Chawla, managing director and CEO of PPBL, has tendered his resignation on April 8, 2024, on account of personal reasons and to explore better career prospects.

Mary Kom quits as Paris Olympics chief-de-mission

Mary Kom quits as Paris Olympics chief-de-mission

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The IOA had announced her appointment on March 21.

Rebel SAD leaders apologise to Akal Takht jathedar for Akali regime mistakes

Rebel SAD leaders apologise to Akal Takht jathedar for Akali regime mistakes

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

They handed the apology letter to Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh at the Akal Takht Secretariat at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The Akal Takht is the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs.

Tendulkar more relieved than elated

Tendulkar more relieved than elated

Rediff.com3 Jan 2004

The ace batsman rediscovered his form in spectacular fashion to post his 32nd Test century and the highest of his glittering career.

'Terrorists Hit, Run, Hide In Dense Doda Jungle'

'Terrorists Hit, Run, Hide In Dense Doda Jungle'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

'The jungles of Doda covers about 250 km.' 'Sleeper cells are providing active help to the terrorists.' 'The terrain and situation is such that it is not possible to keep track of every inch.'

T20 WC: Finch relieved after Australia log first points

T20 WC: Finch relieved after Australia log first points

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

'It would've been nice if I could've kicked on earlier and made the chase a bit easier but all in all, pretty clinical, I think with the ball as well.'

Pomersbach 'relieved' to get bail

Pomersbach 'relieved' to get bail

Rediff.com19 May 2012

Australian cricketer Luke Pomersbach, who has been accused of molesting an American woman and assaulting her fiance, on Saturday, said that he was 'very relieved' to have been granted bail and has full faith in the judicial system in India.

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic, Zverev, Medvedev in Round 4

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic, Zverev, Medvedev in Round 4

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 6 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Saturday.

'41 WORKERS. 17 DAYS. THEY BELIEVED'

'41 WORKERS. 17 DAYS. THEY BELIEVED'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Indian cricket fraternity reacts to Silkyara tunnel rescue

Time to polish our chasing abilities: Vettori

Time to polish our chasing abilities: Vettori

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori feels that after mastering the art of setting totals, it's time his team brushes up on its chasing abilities as the business end of the Indian Premier League approaches.

Why I Quit Congress: Sanjay Nirupam Spills the Beans

Why I Quit Congress: Sanjay Nirupam Spills the Beans

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is showing an 'I-don't-care-attitude'.' 'He is showing the same attitude towards what is happening in Maharashtra or in various parts of the country.'

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Karn Sharma's brilliant effort in the field saw Axar Patel's strong knock come to an end.

Muguruza relieved to end trophy drought with Dubai win

Muguruza relieved to end trophy drought with Dubai win

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

Garbine Muguruza was relieved to finally avoid tripping at the last hurdle and end her trophy drought

'Fear Has Gone From People's Minds'

'Fear Has Gone From People's Minds'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

'Just today a shopkeeper I went to was saying how bad business is. He must have been a BJP supporter.' 'He finally said, "It's a good thing there's an NDA government, not a BJP government, 'they' had become too big for their boots,".'

6 simple exercises to help relieve joint pain

6 simple exercises to help relieve joint pain

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

There's currently no cure for arthritis, but some treatments could help to reduce some of the painful symptoms.

Runner Shalu Chaudhary cleared of doping after DNA test reveals contamination in sample

Runner Shalu Chaudhary cleared of doping after DNA test reveals contamination in sample

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The National Anti-Doping Agency's appeals' panel has exonerated middle-distance runner Shalu Chaudhary of doping charges and lifted her four-year ban after DNA testing revealed that her urine sample had either been tampered with or contaminated at the time of collection.

CSK Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

CSK Vs SRH: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

A look at the best catches in the CSK-SRH game.

Relay star wants to set an example for Indian athletes

Relay star wants to set an example for Indian athletes

Rediff.com6 May 2024

'if my body is giving me company why should I stop the sport? Some foreign athletes run till 35 or 37. So I wanted to set an example for other athletes that age does not matter,' says MR Poovamma, Arjuna Awardee and the senior-most member of the Paris Olympics-bound Indian women's 4x400m relay team.