News for 'Spectator'

F1: Hungarian GP will be held without spectators

F1: Hungarian GP will be held without spectators

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'We do believe that staging the event behind closed doors, which our fans can still watch on television, is preferable to not having a race at all.'

Spectators, media barred from ground

Spectators, media barred from ground

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

Ugly scenes were witnessed at the Roshanara ground in Delhi where the Ranji Trophy match between Andhra and Delhi is being played.

Squid Game 2 Review: The Blood Sports Rage On

Squid Game 2 Review: The Blood Sports Rage On

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Squid Game 2 is almost a rehash of the earlier season, discovers Deepa Gahlot.

All About Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

All About Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Unlike for previous Olympics, the Paris 2024 opening ceremony will not take place in a stadium.

Australia to allow 10,000 spectators at small stadiums

Australia to allow 10,000 spectators at small stadiums

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Australia has recorded more than 7,000 coronavirus infections and 102 deaths.

'I can finish off Lawrence Bishnoi's network in 24 hrs'

'I can finish off Lawrence Bishnoi's network in 24 hrs'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Bihar MP Pappu Yadav said he could 'finish off within 24 hours' the network of Lawrence Bishnoi who is suspected to be behind the assassination of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui.

War Can Blow Up In Your Face

War Can Blow Up In Your Face

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

'The world cannot remain a mute spectator. We could have televisions blowing up in our homes, smartphones blowing up in a gym or mobile phones blowing up on aircraft.' 'Our adversaries are not going to sit quiet. They have got an idea that they will encash to our detriment,' warns Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Carlsen beats Niemann in first face-off since cheating scandal

Carlsen beats Niemann in first face-off since cheating scandal

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Chess great Magnus Carlsen beat nemesis Hans Niemann 17.5-12.5 to advance to the Speed Chess Championship final on Friday, in their first face-off since the world number one accused his American rival of cheating two years ago.

'Too much of cricket means spectators fatigue'

'Too much of cricket means spectators fatigue'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Excessive cricket is not only a concern for players' burnout but is also creating spectators' fatigue, warned former Australian wicket-keeper batsman Adam Gilchrist.

ISSF World Cup: 200 shooters, 37 nations and India's quest for glory

ISSF World Cup: 200 shooters, 37 nations and India's quest for glory

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya called the shooting World Cup final, which commenced in New Delhi on Monday, a celebration of excellence and added that the country felt honoured to welcome the best in the business.

Deaths not due to stampede, but...: TN min on air show

Deaths not due to stampede, but...: TN min on air show

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

"We don't deny the deaths, which were all related to heat conditions as the people remained under the hot sun from 11 am till 1 pm. Let me make it clear, we made arrangements anticipating 15 lakh people for the IAF's 92nd Day celebrations and even provided more than what the IAF had sought," the minister told reporters in Chennai.

No spectators for Barca's match; football club owner has coronavirus

No spectators for Barca's match; football club owner has coronavirus

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Barcelona's Champions League last-16 second leg match with Napoli scheduled for March 18 will take place without spectators due to fears over the spread of the coronavirus, a club spokesman said on Tuesday. The match will take place at Camp Nou after a 1-1 draw in Napoli, but no supporters will be allowed to enter the stadium.

US probes leak of classified Israeli retaliatory strike plans on Iran

US probes leak of classified Israeli retaliatory strike plans on Iran

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

The leak occurs at a particularly delicate time in US-Israel relations and is likely to infuriate Israel, which has been preparing to retaliate against Iran following a missile barrage on October 1.

PIX: India's T20 dominance continues, seal SA series

PIX: India's T20 dominance continues, seal SA series

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

IMAGES from the fourth and deciding T20I played between South Africa and India in Johannesburg on Friday

SAFF Cup: India lose to Nepal in chaotic encounter

SAFF Cup: India lose to Nepal in chaotic encounter

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

India crashed out of the SAFF Women's Championship as they lost to Nepal 2-4 in penalty shootout in the semifinal match marred by utter confusion after the home side held up play for more than one hour in protest against a decision of the referee, in Kathmandu on Sunday.

LeBron James named Team USA's male flag bearer

LeBron James named Team USA's male flag bearer

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Four-time NBA champion LeBron James will be Team USA's male flag bearer at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on July 26, the American team said on Monday.

Spectators barred from Bahrain F1 Grand Prix due to coronavirus

Spectators barred from Bahrain F1 Grand Prix due to coronavirus

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

The Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix will go ahead this month without spectators due to the coronavirus crisis, a blow to the Gulf's Arab states important tourism sector. Bahrain, which is hosting the second round of the Formula One season on March 22, has reported 83 cases of the virus, mostly linked to people who had travelled to Iran.

Lockdown 4: Sports complexes, stadiums can open but no spectators

Lockdown 4: Sports complexes, stadiums can open but no spectators

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Last week, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju held a series of video conferences to take the athletes' view on the matter.

Spectator dies during jallikattu, many bull tamers injured

Spectator dies during jallikattu, many bull tamers injured

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

About 40 bull tamers were injured, they said.

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Lady Gaga brings cabaret to Paris opening ceremony on the Seine

PIX: Barcelona edge Benfica in a thriller; Liverpool win

PIX: Barcelona edge Benfica in a thriller; Liverpool win

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Barcelona's Raphinha scored deep into stoppage time to hand his side a dramatic 5-4 comeback win at Benfica and a place in the Champions League last 16.

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Republican presidential candidate and former United States president Donald J Trump, 78, was hit by a bullet in the upper part of his right ear when a shooter fired multiple shots toward the stage from an elevated position outside the rally venue in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, the US Secret Service said.

'Hope Manipur Finds Peace Soon'

'Hope Manipur Finds Peace Soon'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

'My one recommendation would be to first quell the violence and then encourage dialogue and build the trust among the different communities.' 'This is not easy but necessary, for violence cannot be the way forward.'

PIX: Taiwan celebrates badminton victory against China

PIX: Taiwan celebrates badminton victory against China

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Taiwan supporters celebrated their country's first gold medal at the Paris Games on Sunday during a badminton doubles final that took place without their national flag.

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Indian tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi, who has launched his ambitious International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with the backing of a galaxy of top stars, says his event would be television, spectator and players friendly because of its unique model.

Afridi attacks spectator, caught on tape

Afridi attacks spectator, caught on tape

Rediff.com6 Feb 2007

A local South African daily reported that Shahid Afridi hurled his bat at a spectator.

Will heavy security dampen party vibes at Paris 2024?

Will heavy security dampen party vibes at Paris 2024?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

As Paris makes final preparations for the Summer Olympics, the grand opening ceremony along the river Seine on Friday has created an unprecedented security challenge that organisers hope won't dampen the party vibe

Chandrayaan 2: Technical glitch leaves spectators dejected

Chandrayaan 2: Technical glitch leaves spectators dejected

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Despite the odd time, hordes of enthusiasts had reached the island, some of them travelling long distances on two wheelers, to witness the historic moment.

Aussie spectators warned for racist comments

Aussie spectators warned for racist comments

Rediff.com21 Dec 2005

Cricket spectators in Sydney have been warned that they will be thrown out of grounds if they indulge in racist behaviour against fellow spectators or players.

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

French organisers turned Paris into an open-air Olympic playground where everyone was invited, with or without a ticket.

Impact Player rule not ideal for coaches, says Ponting

Impact Player rule not ideal for coaches, says Ponting

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting said fans should be able to decide on the future of the Impact Player ruling in IPL.

Spanish FA agrees to clubs' request to play Copa final with spectators

Spanish FA agrees to clubs' request to play Copa final with spectators

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Stakeholders are confident the Spanish league season can resume in mid-June in closed stadiums without spectators, with fans not expected to be able to return to grounds until 2021.

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.

Bullet pierced upper part of my ear: Trump

Bullet pierced upper part of my ear: Trump

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday said he was shot at during his rally in Pennsylvania and a bullet pierced the upper part of his right ear.

Seen These Shocked Faces?

Seen These Shocked Faces?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Before Sunday's game, Australia's Captain Pat Cummins said he wanted to silence the spectators at the Narendra D Modi stadium, and by jove! that's what his team did.

The 92,000 odd spectators watched Travis Head pummel the Indian bowlers taking his team to the brink of a memorable triumph in silence.

Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

'What would it be like if one had the power to transcend the universe like the characters in the Marvel comics and movies do?' 'Could I rewind my life and go back in time to do things differently?' asks Aarti David.

Five Australian water polo players test positive for COVID

Five Australian water polo players test positive for COVID

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Two players had tested positive on Tuesday. Meares added that the cases were confined to the water polo team.

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board will use new floodlights at stadiums in Karachi and Lahore for the Champions Trophy early next year.

How 2023 ODI WC generated massive economic impact

How 2023 ODI WC generated massive economic impact

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

A record-breaking 1.25 million spectators attended the mega event, of which nearly 75 per cent were attending an ICC 50-over match for the first time ever, the report claimed.

PIX: It's love-all for Chinese shuttlers at Paris Games!

PIX: It's love-all for Chinese shuttlers at Paris Games!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'Liu Yuchen didn't win the Olympic gold medal but he did win over an Olympic gold medallist.'