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Where Stars Are Holidaying This Summer

Where Stars Are Holidaying This Summer

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Celebrities are already cooling off in style.

Spaun wins rainy US Open with monster putt for first major title

Spaun wins rainy US Open with monster putt for first major title

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

J J Spaun drained an incredible 64-foot birdie putt that snaked across a sodden 18th green to win the US Open by two shots from Robert MacIntyre on Sunday.

PIX: India thrash Scotland to keep semis hopes alive

PIX: India thrash Scotland to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12s match between Scotland and India, in Dubai, on Friday.

Kothari outplays Advani, claims maiden world title

Kothari outplays Advani, claims maiden world title

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Ace Indian cueist Sourav Kothari clinched the 2025 IBSF World Billiards title after an emphatic victory over multiple-time winner Pankaj Advani in the final in Carlow, Ireland.

6 Omicron cases detected in Scotland, some without travel history

6 Omicron cases detected in Scotland, some without travel history

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Six cases of the new COVID-19 Omicron variant have been identified in Scotland on Monday, taking the UK's total to nine following three cases detected in England earlier.

T20 World Cup: Impressive Scotland take on Afghanistan

T20 World Cup: Impressive Scotland take on Afghanistan

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

The Afghanistan cricket team will hope to provide some joy to its people going through tumultuous times back home as it begins its T20 World Cup campaign against a spirited Scotland on Monday.

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'They are not a full-member (of the ICC) but being the Olympic hosts, the US naturally have a claim to be there, which makes it such a tough decision.'

India again ready to press accelerator against Scotland

India again ready to press accelerator against Scotland

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Their fate still not in their own hands, India will again go for broke when they resume their battle for survival in the T20 World Cup in another must-win contest, against Scotland, in Dubai on Friday.

PIX: Guptill fires New Zealand past Scotland for second win

PIX: Guptill fires New Zealand past Scotland for second win

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12s match between New Zealand and Scotland, in Dubai, on Wednesday.

Ireland cancel home series against Afghanistan

Ireland cancel home series against Afghanistan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Ireland were scheduled to host Afghanistan for one Test, three ODIs and three T20s in July.

After CEO exit, RBI okays IndusIndexecutives' panel to run the show

After CEO exit, RBI okays IndusIndexecutives' panel to run the show

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved IndusInd Bank's request to form an executive committee to discharge the duties and responsibilities of the chief executive officer (CEO) for a period of maximum three months or till a new CEO takes charge, whichever is earlier.

Pakistan aim to continue invincible run against Scotland

Pakistan aim to continue invincible run against Scotland

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

With the semi-final spot assured, Pakistan might look to rest a few players and give others opportunities in the inconsequential match.

Scotland's Gilmour contracts COVID, to miss Croatia game

Scotland's Gilmour contracts COVID, to miss Croatia game

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

England's Chilwell, Mount in isolation after contact with Gilmour

T20 World Cup: Coetzer shines as Scotland defeat Oman to qualify

T20 World Cup: Coetzer shines as Scotland defeat Oman to qualify

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

Kyle Coetzer played a knock of 41 runs as Scotland defeated Oman by eight wickets in Group B of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup here at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1) on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: Will INDIA Beat Scotland?

T20 World Cup: Will INDIA Beat Scotland?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Game 25 of the Super 12 competition in the T20 World Cup will see India take on Scotland at Dubai international cricket stadium beginning 1930 IST.

India's U-19 Queens: Meet the stars of World Cup triumph

India's U-19 Queens: Meet the stars of World Cup triumph

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

A look at some of India's key performers in the Under-19 T20 World Cup.

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

Scottish-born travel writer Bill Aitken dies in Dehradun at 90

Scottish-born travel writer Bill Aitken dies in Dehradun at 90

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Noted Scottish-born travel writer Bill Aitken, known for his writings on Indian mountains, rivers, and railways, died in Dehradun at the age of 90. Aitken, who arrived in India in the late 1950s, traveled extensively throughout the country, especially in and around the Himalayan ashrams of Kausani and Mirtola. He lived between Delhi and Mussoorie since the 1970s. In over two dozen travel books, Aitken explored India's religious and natural landscapes, wrote intimately about its people and their beliefs, and had a keen interest in Indian railways. Some of his noted works include "Seven Sacred Rivers," "Divining the Deccan - A Motorbike to the Heart of India," "Footloose in the Himalaya," and "Exploring Indian Railways."

WTC Final: 'Hazlewood most likened to Glenn McGrath'

WTC Final: 'Hazlewood most likened to Glenn McGrath'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri firmly believes Australia should select experienced pacer Josh Hazlewood ahead of Scott Boland for the WTC Final against South Africa in June.

Manchester United great Denis Law passes into the ages

Manchester United great Denis Law passes into the ages

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Former Manchester United and Scotland forward Denis Law has died at the age of 84.

India to vie with Canada, Nigeria for 2030 CWG hosting rights

India to vie with Canada, Nigeria for 2030 CWG hosting rights

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

In all, seven countries have expressed interest in hosting future Commonwealth Games with five of those focused on staging the centenary edition.

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Portugal's Bernardo Silva and Cristiano Ronaldo scored first-half goals in a comfortable 3-1 win away to Poland in the Nations League on Saturday as the Group A1 leaders continued their perfect start to the competition with three wins.

Scotland secure historic win over England

Scotland secure historic win over England

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Scotland's cricketers pulled off the greatest victory in their history to beat England for the first time amid scenes of disbelief and jubilation at Edinburgh's tiny Grange ground on Sunday.

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Defending champions Australia are clubbed alongside India, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group A.

'Why Can't Women Be Crazy In Love?'

'Why Can't Women Be Crazy In Love?'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'It's always the men who are going crazy, barbaad. They never show a woman going crazy like that.' 'A woman has to be very proper, sitting on a swing, crying.'

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

With cricket being included in the 2028 Olympics, its popularity will further surge. I'm humbled and excited about this unique collaboration between the cricket boards of Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands.

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.

PIX: Ronaldo Rocks; Spain Thump Switzerland

PIX: Ronaldo Rocks; Spain Thump Switzerland

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo struck a late winner as Portugal came from a goal down to beat Scotland 2-1.

'We were tested by Scotland; need to learn from this'

'We were tested by Scotland; need to learn from this'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Captain Kane Williamson says New Zealand were tested by a spirited Scotland in their T20 World Cup Super 12s match in Dubai on Wednesday and they need to learn from the outing.

World urges India and Pakistan to 'exercise restraint'

World urges India and Pakistan to 'exercise restraint'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

World leaders, including the UN Secretary-General and US President Donald Trump, have urged India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and seek peaceful solutions to the ongoing tensions. The calls for calm come after India conducted airstrikes in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to a recent terrorist attack. Leaders from the US, Russia, UK, China, UAE, Qatar, and Japan have expressed concern over the escalating situation and emphasized the need for dialogue and de-escalation.

The Scotsman Who Knows India Better Than Many Of Us

The Scotsman Who Knows India Better Than Many Of Us

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Bill Aitken came to India nearly 60 years ago. He never returned. An Indian citizen since 1972, he tells Rediff.com's Archana Masih how India changed his life forever.

4 Indians in U-19 T20 World Cup Team of Tournament

4 Indians in U-19 T20 World Cup Team of Tournament

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

India outclassed South Africa by nine wickets in the final in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday for their second successive Under-19 T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Berrington, Davey guide Scotland to 17-run win over PNG

T20 World Cup: Berrington, Davey guide Scotland to 17-run win over PNG

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Richie Berrington slammed a stroke-filled 70 while Josh Davey snapped four wickets as Scotland inched closer to the Super 12s with a comfortable 17-run win over Papua New Guinea in their Group B match of the ICC T20 World Cup in Al Amerat on Tuesday.

PIX: Hungary score last-minute winner to oust Scots

PIX: Hungary score last-minute winner to oust Scots

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group A match between Scotland and Hungary at Stuttgart Arena, Germany, on Sunday.

EURO 2024: Oracle orangutan backs Germany to win opener

EURO 2024: Oracle orangutan backs Germany to win opener

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The tournament starts on Friday in Munich, and Germany will start as strong favourites against Scotland.

'Hazlewood's run rate comment was a joke': Cummins

'Hazlewood's run rate comment was a joke': Cummins

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Australia's Pat Cummins said they never considered going easy on Scotland in their final group match to eliminate England from the Twenty20 World Cup.

PHOTOS: How Scotland shocked World No 1 England

PHOTOS: How Scotland shocked World No 1 England

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The World's top-ranked ODI team lost by six runs after just failing to pull off what would have been the second highest one-day international run chase.

Australia look to 'fresh start' after fighting Scottish challenge

Australia look to 'fresh start' after fighting Scottish challenge

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

'T20 is a hard format. We are excited for what is to come.'

Records tumble as Aus give Scots batting masterclass

Records tumble as Aus give Scots batting masterclass

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Captain Mitchell Marsh hammered 39 off 12 balls before Josh Inglis and Stoinis drove Australia to 156 for three for victory, the highest chase achieved within 10 overs in men's T20Is.

India whip South Africa, retain women's U-19 T20 World Cup crown

India whip South Africa, retain women's U-19 T20 World Cup crown

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Chasing a paltry target of 83, India completed the job with 52 balls to spare, reaching 84 for 1 in 11.2 overs.