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Sri Lanka pull off record chase to beat Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka pull off record chase to beat Zimbabwe

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Niroshan Dickwella and Asela Gunaratne hit crucial half centuries to guide Sri Lanka to their highest-ever run chase as the hosts defeated Zimbabwe by four wickets on the final day of an intriguing one-off Test on Tuesday.

'Burns will visit India when it is most effective'

'Burns will visit India when it is most effective'

Rediff.com18 May 2007

"I know that there were some press reports about whether or not he was going to be going this week or next week. I am not aware that he has any travel plans, at this point, to go to India," McCormack said.

#Pray for Paris: The world comes together for terror victims

#Pray for Paris: The world comes together for terror victims

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

The world has come together to #prayforparis.

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Five talking-points from the Premier League weekend after Manchester City suffered a shock home loss to Crystal Palace, meaning that Liverpool stayed four points clear at the top following their win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

First Look: Britney to divorce Kevin

First Look: Britney to divorce Kevin

Rediff.com8 Nov 2006

Popstar Britney Spears filed for divorce from husband Kevin Federline on Tuesday, November 7.

We're not looking at A Q Khan's role in N Korea: U

We're not looking at A Q Khan's role in N Korea: U

Rediff.com11 Oct 2006

In the meantime Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the US was still trying to figure out what really happened in North Korea.

Afghan government tottering as power centres clash

Afghan government tottering as power centres clash

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

US Secretary of State John Kerry called up Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani and CEO Abdullah Abdullah in a bid to douse the simmering tension between the two Afghan leaders and save the Unity government formed as a result of his intervention and mediation two years ago.

How this start-up helps poor people get good jobs

How this start-up helps poor people get good jobs

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Babajob.com is trying to help unorganised blue-collar workers get better employment.

Five talking points from the Premier League weekend

Five talking points from the Premier League weekend

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Mourinho's tinkerings meant a first start of the season for midfielder Scott McTominay, playing on the right of a three-man defence, while Anthony Martial played instead of the dropped Alexis Sanchez. On this evidence, more changes may be needed when United take on Valencia in the Champions League on Tuesday.

US health care vote postponed, blow to Trump

US health care vote postponed, blow to Trump

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

In a closed-door meeting with Republican lawmakers, Trump warned his partymen to leave Obamacare in place unless they pass the legislation to repeal and replace it, according to news reports.

Afghanistan: Christianity convert on trial

Afghanistan: Christianity convert on trial

Rediff.com22 Mar 2006

Undersecretary for Political Affairs R Nicholas Burns also spoke about the case yesterday during a joint news briefing with Afghan Foreign Minister Abdullah Abdullah in Washington.

EPL PHOTOS: Liverpool back on top; Chelsea edge Cardiff

EPL PHOTOS: Liverpool back on top; Chelsea edge Cardiff

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Images from the EPL matches played on Sunday

US declines to get into London details

US declines to get into London details

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

On a different note the State Department Spokesman congratulated India and Pakistan on their respective Independence Days.

Phil Hughes' funeral on December 3

Phil Hughes' funeral on December 3

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

The Hughes family also confirmed funeral arrangements will take place on December3 in their home town of Macksville in northern New South Wales.

Trump is 'looking forward' to meeting Modi, says White House

Trump is 'looking forward' to meeting Modi, says White House

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

WH said they are expected to set forth a vision that will expand the bilateral partnership

Stunning PHOTOS of a rare solar eclipse

Stunning PHOTOS of a rare solar eclipse

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

Parts of the world on Friday witnessed a solar eclipse

The Oscar nominations

The Oscar nominations

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

Nafees guides Bangladesh to easy victory

Nafees guides Bangladesh to easy victory

Rediff.com30 Nov 2006

Bangladesh, led by an unbeaten 105 from opener Shahriar Nafees, beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets in the first one-day international.

ICC WC Qualifier: Powell steers West Indies into Super Six

ICC WC Qualifier: Powell steers West Indies into Super Six

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

Zimbabwe also maintained their unbeaten run in Group B and progressed to the next stage with an 89 runs victory over Hong Kong.

N-deal: Safeguards are the key

N-deal: Safeguards are the key

Rediff.com27 May 2006

The legislation on the civilian nuclear deal is to be structured in such a way that Congressmen feel comfortable about its language and then work through some other pending issues

I have some unfinished business, says Phelps

I have some unfinished business, says Phelps

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

One of the most decorated Olympians of all time, American swimming legend Michael Phelps has sent out a warning to his rivals, saying he still has "some unfinished business" left going into the Rio Olympic Games. "I have some unfinished business I'd like to take care of them before I hang up my suit. And I'm actually enjoying being back in the water again. That was pretty challenging for me going into 2012. But I just feel like a kid again and I love it," he said. The 31-year-old Phelps has 18 Olympic gold medals, 26 World Aquatics Championships gold, 1 World Swimming Championships gold medal and 16 Pan Pacific Championships gold.

PHOTOS: Djokovic, Nadal tested at Indian Wells, Serena strolls

PHOTOS: Djokovic, Nadal tested at Indian Wells, Serena strolls

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Top seed Serena Williams turned an early challenge into an eventual cakewalk as she beat Russian-born Yulia Putintseva 7-6(2), 6-0 in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open in California on Sunday.

EPL: Chelsea go 10 points clear with draw at Burnley

EPL: Chelsea go 10 points clear with draw at Burnley

Rediff.com12 Feb 2017

Premier League leaders Chelsea moved 10 points clear at the top on Sunday despite being held by Burnley in an entertaining game played amid flurries of sleet and snow.

Mixed fortunes for Indian pugilists

Mixed fortunes for Indian pugilists

Rediff.com17 Mar 2006

Manchester Games silver medallist Som Bahadur Pun fell by the wayside as Vijender and Harpreet Singh recorded resounding victories.

Bush administration alarmed at Lanka violence

Bush administration alarmed at Lanka violence

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Washington also expressed sadness at children being affected by the conflict, especially the death of dozens of them as a result of bombings.

US working closely with B'desh to fight terror

US working closely with B'desh to fight terror

Rediff.com24 Aug 2005

US working closely with Bangladesh in combating terrorism

First look: Britney's puja

First look: Britney's puja

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

The pop princess seems keen on Hinduism.

FA Cup: United ease past Reading; Chelsea's Fabregas misses penalty

FA Cup: United ease past Reading; Chelsea's Fabregas misses penalty

Rediff.com6 Jan 2019

Images from the FA Cup matches played on Saturday

Bengaluru FC bag maiden Federation Cup title

Bengaluru FC bag maiden Federation Cup title

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Bengaluru FC lifted their maiden Federation Cup football tournament title when they edged past 10-man Dempo FC 2-1 in the summit clash.

Say hello to Gujju rap, with Karmacy

Say hello to Gujju rap, with Karmacy

Rediff.com31 May 2006

Britney's still the most wanted

Britney's still the most wanted

Rediff.com16 Dec 2005

All the latest Hollywood buzz.

'Terrorism is a global scourge'

'Terrorism is a global scourge'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2005

The US State Department has said that it is working with all nations to check terrorism.

Zimbabwe players issue ultimatum to Board

Zimbabwe players issue ultimatum to Board

Rediff.com14 Apr 2004

13 players handed the Zimbabwe Cricket Union an ultimatum that details their concerns and examples of alleged misconduct by officials.\n\n\n\n

Phillip Hughes' brother scores 63 on return to cricket

Phillip Hughes' brother scores 63 on return to cricket

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

Jason Hughes, the older brother of the late Phillip Hughes, has made an emotional return to grade cricket, scoring 63 -- the exact score his sibling was on when he was fatally struck by a bouncer.

Trump to repeal many of Obama's actions on day one: Top aide

Trump to repeal many of Obama's actions on day one: Top aide

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

He did not specify which executive actions Trump will repeal.

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

In less than four hours after Trump gave the green signal, missiles were launched against the Syrian regime

'Snowden not a whistleblower, but a risk to America'

'Snowden not a whistleblower, but a risk to America'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Snowden, 33, is accused of violating the Espionage Act and theft of government property for leaking sensitive data to the media about National Security Agency's internet and phone surveillance.