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Diamond League PIX: Yavi misses World record

Diamond League PIX: Yavi misses World record

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Olympic champion Winfred Yavi of Bahrain won the 3,000 metres women's steeplechase in impressive fashion at the Rome Diamond League meeting on Friday, coming agonisingly close to breaking the World record with the second-fastest ever time.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

'What's Indian In New Statue Of Justice?'

'What's Indian In New Statue Of Justice?'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'Politicians can do symbolism by changing the names of places and museums.' 'Judges need not be seen to be craving for approval from the public.'

Tennis: Djokovic, Nadal advance in Rome

Tennis: Djokovic, Nadal advance in Rome

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

Professional sports events in Italy have been played without fans since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic but sports minister Vincenzo Spadafora said fans would be allowed to attend the closing stages of the tournament on Sunday and Monday.

Djokovic outlasts Sonego to set up Rome final with Nadal

Djokovic outlasts Sonego to set up Rome final with Nadal

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Defending champion Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal will clash for the Italian Open title after the top two seeds advanced to the final of the Masters tournament on Saturday.

Pro-Khalistani supporters vandalise Indian embassy in Rome

Pro-Khalistani supporters vandalise Indian embassy in Rome

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The Indian government has been constantly raising its concerns with the Italian authorities and had done so recently as well in view of Republic Day, sources said.

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on August 6, 2024

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on August 6, 2024

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Following is India's schedule on Tuesday, Day 11 of the Paris Olympics: (All timings in IST):

Sara's Roman Holiday

Sara's Roman Holiday

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Sara shares pictures from her exotic vacay...

Indian worker with severed arm left to die in Italy

Indian worker with severed arm left to die in Italy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Medical help did not reach Singh until an hour and a half later. He was airlifted to a hospital in Rome but died on Wednesday.

Is Elon Musk dating Italian PM Meloni? He says...

Is Elon Musk dating Italian PM Meloni? He says...

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

However, Musk silenced all the comments on Wednesday by replying to an X post that questioned if he and Meloni "would date".

Inter win to go atop table; Atalanta's streak ends

Inter win to go atop table; Atalanta's streak ends

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Inter have now won five straight away matches without conceding a goal, their third time in a single Serie A season in club history and the first time since the 1966-67 season.

Kirti Shows Off Her Tattoo

Kirti Shows Off Her Tattoo

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Huma's in the Seychelles... Aditi wants to fly... Dia shares a throwback pic...

Like Priyanka's Short Hair Look?

Like Priyanka's Short Hair Look?

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Besides her outfit and jewellery, Priyanka's new hairdo created an impression among her fans as well.

Defending champion Nadal moves into Last-16 in Rome

Defending champion Nadal moves into Last-16 in Rome

Rediff.com11 May 2022

Defending champion Rafa Nadal began his Italian Open campaign with an emphatic 6-3 6-1 victory over big-serving American John Isner to move into the last-16 on Wednesday.

Jimmy Carter's India Connection

Jimmy Carter's India Connection

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Lillian Carter, a trained nurse and a Peace Corps worker, spent two years of her life, when she was in her late 60s, serving the poor in India, in the 1960s. She was posted as a volunteer to Vikhroli, then a village 30 km outside of Mumbai and a Godrej township, and was there from 1966 to 1968.

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is building up to hit top form for his French Open title defence.

PIX: Djokovic off to a flying start in Rome

PIX: Djokovic off to a flying start in Rome

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

World number one Novak Djokovic turned the page on his contentious US Open exit and began his claycourt season with a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory over wildcard Salvatore Caruso in the second round of the Italian Open.

Halep claims Rome title after Pliskova retires with injury

Halep claims Rome title after Pliskova retires with injury

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Simona Halep claimed the Italian Open in Rome on Monday

Jarry stuns Paul, sets up Italian Open final against Zverev

Jarry stuns Paul, sets up Italian Open final against Zverev

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Chilean 21st seed Nicolas Jarry outclassed American Tommy Paul 6-3, 6-7(3), 6-3 to reach the Italian Open on Friday as former champion Alexander Zverev recovered from a slow start to beat Chilean Alejandro Tabilo 1-6, 7-6(4), 6-2.

Employer arrested for Indian farm worker's death in Italy

Employer arrested for Indian farm worker's death in Italy

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Italian police have arrested the owner of the agriculture company who dumped a 31-year-old Indian worker on the road without medical assistance after his arm was severed by heavy farm machinery, causing his death, a tragic incident that shocked the country and its leadership.

Priyanka Stuns In Plunging Neck Gown

Priyanka Stuns In Plunging Neck Gown

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Priyanka Chopra attends a lavish event hosted by the luxury brand Bvlgari in Rome.

Barcelona fans banned for Champions League game

Barcelona fans banned for Champions League game

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Bilbao condemn fans behaviour in Europa League match at Roma

Djokovic's slump, Nadal's injury fuel uncertainty at French Open

Djokovic's slump, Nadal's injury fuel uncertainty at French Open

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Novak Djokovic's erratic form, Rafael Nadal's fitness woes and untimely injuries to top-ranked youngsters have set up an uncertain French Open men's tournament

Swiatek looks unstoppable heading into French Open

Swiatek looks unstoppable heading into French Open

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Iga Swiatek will be looking to join a select band of players who have lifted the Suzanne Lenglen Cup four times

PIX: Real Madrid outclass Getafe; Juventus held

PIX: Real Madrid outclass Getafe; Juventus held

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Jude Bellingham converted a penalty and Kylian Mbappe added another goal before halftime to spur Real Madrid to a 2-0 victory over Getafe.

Pompeii: How Life Changed In A Day

Pompeii: How Life Changed In A Day

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'They were ahead of their times. We don't expect this from a civilisation of the first century AD.'

Eye of the tiger: Sabalenka roars back to win US Open!

Eye of the tiger: Sabalenka roars back to win US Open!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Tiger-tattooed Aryna Sabalenka clawed her way back from injury and disappointment to hoist the US Open trophy at last.

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Europa PIX: Maguire to United's rescue; Ajax held after fan trouble

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday

Bopanna, Sania knocked out of Rome Masters

Bopanna, Sania knocked out of Rome Masters

Rediff.com20 May 2017

Meanwhile, in the WTA event, third seeded-pair of Sania Mirza and Yaroslava Shvedova lost 3-6, 6-7(7) to second seeds Yung-Jan Chan and Martina Hingis in the semi-finals of the $3,076,495 red clay event.

Battle for hockey gold: India take on World Champs Germany

Battle for hockey gold: India take on World Champs Germany

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Motivated India eye German scalp to script another historic chapter in Olympic men's hockey

Wrestling: Bajrang, Ravi Kumar claim gold in Rome

Wrestling: Bajrang, Ravi Kumar claim gold in Rome

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

Bajrang staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 4-3 win against USA's Jordan Michael Oliver in the summit showdown of the 65kg freestyle category.

PIX: Paolini crushes Andreeva; sets up Swiatek final

PIX: Paolini crushes Andreeva; sets up Swiatek final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Jasmine Paolini is the first Italian player to reach the French Open final since doubles partner Sara Errani in 2012.

Tough draw for unseeded Nagal at French Open

Tough draw for unseeded Nagal at French Open

Rediff.com24 May 2024

The 26-year-old then made first round exits from the Bordeaux Challenger and Geneva Open earlier this month.

Nadal says 2024 French Open may NOT be his last

Nadal says 2024 French Open may NOT be his last

Rediff.com25 May 2024

'I don't want to close 100% the door, because it's a very simple thing...'

2 Indians held in Italy for enslaving 33 countrymen on farms

2 Indians held in Italy for enslaving 33 countrymen on farms

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

The two alleged gangmasters were arrested on Saturday and are under investigation for crimes, including enslavement and labour exploitation, the Italian news agency said.

Where You Can Watch Bad Newz

Where You Can Watch Bad Newz

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Sukanya Verma gives you some interesting options to choose from.

5 Asanas To Reduce Belly Fat

5 Asanas To Reduce Belly Fat

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

These five yoga asanas, when practiced consistently, can help you achieve your goal of reducing belly fat, says Pushpa R.

Alexei Navalny's Widow Accuses Putin Of Murder

Alexei Navalny's Widow Accuses Putin Of Murder

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Russian Opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died mysteriously in prison on Friday, February 16. 2024, has accused President Vladimir Putin of killing her husband and pledged to continue his struggle for a 'free Russia'.

New mayor kills off Rome's 2024 Olympics bid

New mayor kills off Rome's 2024 Olympics bid

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Rome's new mayor, Virginia Raggi, pulled the plug on the city's bid to host the 2024 Olympics, saying staging the summer games would bury the Italian capital under mountains of debt and tonnes of cement.

Young guns dominate US Open, ending big three reign

Young guns dominate US Open, ending big three reign

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

A US Open full of upsets and hungry, young contenders offered the latest sign that men's tennis has entered a new era