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Police on 'alert mode' across Gujarat for Indo-Pak match

Police on 'alert mode' across Gujarat for Indo-Pak match

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Police heads of various units across Gujarat have been instructed to be on "alert mode" and keep a close watch on anti-social elements as well as sensitive areas to avoid any untoward incident.

Federer watches as Neeraj shines bright in Zurich

Federer watches as Neeraj shines bright in Zurich

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Roger Federer made a star-studded appearance at the Zurich leg of the Diamond League

After Hardik Struck A Fan On The Chin...

After Hardik Struck A Fan On The Chin...

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

After the game, Hardik searched for the little lady in the stands. When he spotted her, he said sorry once again and handed her an autographed match ball.

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

As a part of the TNCA's effort to promote the sport for kids and wider audiences, the viewing experience for 1,750 school kids from multiple schools across the Chennai city was facilitated during the ongoing clash between New Zealand and Bangladesh on Friday.

King Kohli Shakes A Leg With King Khan!

King Kohli Shakes A Leg With King Khan!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Following KKR's crushing 81-run win over RCB, heartwarming scenes unfolded at the Eden Gardens.

China furious over Messi's Hong Kong no show

China furious over Messi's Hong Kong no show

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Some mainland fans travelled 12 hours from Xinjiang to Hong Kong to see Messi, the Global Times wrote, with the disappointment of the government and fans "entirely understandable. The impact of this incident has far exceeded the realm of sports."

Hardik Pandya's mysterious ritual breaks the Internet!

Hardik Pandya's mysterious ritual breaks the Internet!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Spectators couldn't help but notice Pandya's silent communion with the ball just moments before he bowled to the Pakistani opener.

Why did Eden Gardens crowd support South Africa instead of Australia?

Why did Eden Gardens crowd support South Africa instead of Australia?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

South Africa's power-packed batting unit suffered a light-out against Australia, but they found enough support from the packed Eden Gardens crowd during the second semifinal of the World Cup in Kolkata on Thursday.

'You are truly god's child'

'You are truly god's child'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Utterly grateful to Him for blessing me with your love and to watch you grow from strength to strength and achieve all that you have, and will, being honest to yourself and to the sport always.'

'Most competitive bloke I've played against'

'Most competitive bloke I've played against'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Innings of the highest quality, but Australia is too good at the moment', Kohli tweeted.

How Does Maxwell Hit Those Shots?!

How Does Maxwell Hit Those Shots?!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Glenn Maxwell turned the match on its head with his astonishing shotmaking, hitting eight sixes and as many fours.

India vs Pakistan: More than 11,000 security personnel to be deployed

India vs Pakistan: More than 11,000 security personnel to be deployed

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

More than 11,000 personnel of various agencies including Gujarat Police, NSG, RAF, and home guards among others will be deployed in Ahmedabad and at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad during the India-Pakistan World Cup cricket match on October 14, a senior officer said on Monday.

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

ALL You Need To Know About Euro 2024

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the country and some 12 million in its fan zones for outdoor viewing, including on a long stretch of turf laid out in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate.

Harmanpreet on TIME100 NEXT 2023 list of emerging leaders

Harmanpreet on TIME100 NEXT 2023 list of emerging leaders

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Three Indians, including cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur, were named by TIME magazine as the top 100 emerging leaders shaping the world.

Elon Musk's SpaceX's Starship Is Ready To Launch

Elon Musk's SpaceX's Starship Is Ready To Launch

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

SpaceX said it would attempt the first launch of its Starship rocket system on Thursday, April 20, after a launch attempt on Monday, April 17, had to be scrubbed due to issues with the launch vehicle's first stage.

Wimbledon Umpire's Hilarious Warning

Wimbledon Umpire's Hilarious Warning

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Australian umpire John Blom had a funny warning to give the crowd during the match between Mirra Andreeva and Anastasia Potapova.

DC Vs KKR: Who Batted Best?

DC Vs KKR: Who Batted Best?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Is Sunil Narine your pick for best batter?

What Was Urvashi Doing With Alligators At Cannes?

What Was Urvashi Doing With Alligators At Cannes?

Rediff.com17 May 2023

What stole the show was her golden alligator neckpiece and earrings.

'Goddess' At CSK-RCB Game!

'Goddess' At CSK-RCB Game!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

The fans in Bengaluru had a party time as it rained sixes and fours all evening at the M Chinnaswamy stadium.

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Kohli's Response To Criticism? Silence

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Kohli took to Instagram to post a quote by Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu: Silence is a source of great strength'.

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Sunday's match would be just like any other for the cricketing maestro.

Phase 4: 76% polling in Bengal, Srinagar records highest turnout in decades

Phase 4: 76% polling in Bengal, Srinagar records highest turnout in decades

Rediff.com13 May 2024

A voter turnout of over 40 per cent was recorded till 1 pm on Monday in the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections in 96 constituencies spread over 10 states and Union Territories amid incidents of violence in Andhra Pradesh and reports of poll boycott in some villages of Uttar Pradesh.

MCC 'unreservedly apologises' to Australian players for abuse in Lord's Long Room

MCC 'unreservedly apologises' to Australian players for abuse in Lord's Long Room

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

MCC "unreservedly apologised" to the Australian team after its few members allegedly abused several visiting players in the Lord's Long Room following Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal.

Bharat Shakti a message to adversaries about India's combat potential

Bharat Shakti a message to adversaries about India's combat potential

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The synergised demonstration of indigenous defence capabilities during 'Bharat Shakti' is a "testimony to its commitment towards modernisation through indigenisation," the sources said.

Arijit Lights Up IPL Opening Ceremony

Arijit Lights Up IPL Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

Singing sensation Arijit Singh enthralled fans with some of his blockbuster hits from over the years.

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Murray was slightly vexed by a question at the post-match news conference that suggested the fans' loyalties were more divided than if he were playing anyone but Federer.

T20 WC: Drop in pitches to be used for US games, fan infrastructure rented from Las Vegas F1

T20 WC: Drop in pitches to be used for US games, fan infrastructure rented from Las Vegas F1

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Temporary drop-in pitches prepared by Adelaide Oval curator Damian Hough will be used for the upcoming T20 World Cup games in the USA with the ICC building a temporary seating gallery of 34,000 capacity for the marquee game between India and Pakistan in New York on June 9.

Paris 2024's Wow Opening Ceremony Plan

Paris 2024's Wow Opening Ceremony Plan

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Unlike earlier Olympic opening ceremonies, where artistic performances precede the athlete procession, Paris 2024 will commence with athletes gracefully floating down the Seine river.

When no footwork becomes great footwork: Tendulkar

When no footwork becomes great footwork: Tendulkar

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar was in awe of Glenn Maxwell's incredible knock against Afghanistan in the World Cup match at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday, saying while cramps severely affected the Australia batter's footwork, great hand-eye coordination and exceptional bat speed helped him score a magnificent double hundred.

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings in Kolkata on Friday.

Truth behind Gambhir's obscene gesture

Truth behind Gambhir's obscene gesture

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

After showing middle finger to crowd, Gambhir says he was reacting to anti-India slogans

Gill breaks silence on criticism, inner disappointment

Gill breaks silence on criticism, inner disappointment

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Shubman Gill admitted that the pressure of failing to score big in the last few innings made him nervous

Messi's no-show sparks outrage among fans

Messi's no-show sparks outrage among fans

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Spectators chanted "refund" after Messi stayed on the bench during the match.

Cong gets fresh IT notices for Rs 1,800 cr; alleges it's tax terrorism

Cong gets fresh IT notices for Rs 1,800 cr; alleges it's tax terrorism

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Ramesh alleged that through the "electoral bonds scam", the Bharatiya Janata Party has collected Rs 8,200 crore and used the route of "pre-paid, post-paid, post-raid bribes and shell companies".

Americans Tiafoe and Shelton secure Laver Cup title for Team World

Americans Tiafoe and Shelton secure Laver Cup title for Team World

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The Americans found their rhythm to wrap up a final-day victory

Kohli-Naveen Hug: Guess Who's Happy!

Kohli-Naveen Hug: Guess Who's Happy!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'The good thing was when we saw Virat Kohli and Naveen Ul Haq in between the overs, we can see that the fight has ended.'

NASCAR to resume season in mid-May without spectators

NASCAR to resume season in mid-May without spectators

Rediff.com1 May 2020

NASCAR will be the first major sport in the United States to return to action amid the coronavirus pandemic after the organisers of the popular racing series said on Thursday that the season will resume without fans in mid-May. NASCAR, which postponed racing in mid-March due to concerns over the novel coronavirus, said its season will resume on May 17 at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina.

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

From massed band's 'Shankhnaad' to Navy's lilting 'Mission Chandrayaan', mellifluous tunes reverberated across the Raisina Hill in the heart of Delhi as India's rich heritage and towering accomplishments were celebrated during the Beating Retreat ceremony on Monday.

Extraordinary Story Of EPFO Digitisation

Extraordinary Story Of EPFO Digitisation

Rediff.com27 May 2024

A remarkable story which helped in transforming a bureaucratic organization, to a customer centric organization. This experience may inspire several government / private organizations to modify or adopt digitisation to transform their business, notes Professor N Ravichandran (retd).

A Tale Of Two Poorams

A Tale Of Two Poorams

Rediff.com8 May 2024

If you have an appetite for crowds and the visual spectacle of many focused on one task or activity, a pooram will engage you, notes Shyam G Menon.