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Bhumi, Diana, Shilpa: Bollywood Makes Magic in Capes!

Bhumi, Diana, Shilpa: Bollywood Makes Magic in Capes!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Get ready to turn heads, because this Bollywood-approved fashion trend is on fire.

'Another win, another step forward'

'Another win, another step forward'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Wednesday's 3-0 win was also the club's 12th clean sheet in a row.

Goyal's Comment Sparks Startup Uproar

Goyal's Comment Sparks Startup Uproar

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

'The startup ecosystem, the government, and the owners of large pools of Indian capital need to actively support the creation of these local champions, not pull down the teams that are trying hard to get there.'

Rift in Team: Coach Gambhir's Future Hangs in the Balance

Rift in Team: Coach Gambhir's Future Hangs in the Balance

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir's position as India's head coach is under scrutiny following a string of disappointing results and reports of discontent within the team.

Sheep Fired! New Zealand golf course turns to mowers

Sheep Fired! New Zealand golf course turns to mowers

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

The Tahuna Golf Club in New Zealand is bringing to an end more than half a century of tradition by getting rid of the flock of sheep that has long kept its fairways trim.

Rahul at No 6; Pant on the bench: India's ODI conundrum!

Rahul at No 6; Pant on the bench: India's ODI conundrum!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Rishabh Pant's absence from India's ODI playing XI has sparked debate, with many questioning the team's strategy of promoting Axar Patel ahead of the explosive wicketkeeper-batter. While Axar's contributions in the first two ODIs against England have been lauded, critics argue that Pant's potential impact in crucial phases of the game cannot be overlooked. The team's reliance on a left-right batting combination has also been questioned, with some questioning the effectiveness of placing KL Rahul at No. 6, a position perceived as unsuitable for his style of play. Former players and experts have weighed in on the matter, highlighting the complex situation and raising concerns about the long-term implications of these tactical decisions.

Green mobility: Hybrid vehicles in the fast lane in India

Green mobility: Hybrid vehicles in the fast lane in India

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

At a time when consumers increasingly embrace green mobility solutions, it is not electric cars but hybrids that are taking the lead, as automotive sales data indicate. Since January, 64,097 electric cars have been sold compared to 266,465 hybrids, according to data from the ministry of road transport and highways' Vahan dashboard. Hybrid car sales have surged from 4.42 per cent of the 4.1 million cars sold in calendar year 2022 to 7.2 per cent this year.

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

'All we are here for is to try and win on the 12th'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Blue Tigers held their first training session in Vietnam on Monday evening at the Nam Dinh Sports Palace Ground and will have four more full sessions before taking on the hosts on Saturday.

All about BCCI's new National Cricket Academy

All about BCCI's new National Cricket Academy

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The new National Cricket Academy which was inaugurated in Bengaluru on Sunday has been renamed as the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

Warner could be Australia's secret weapon vs India

Warner could be Australia's secret weapon vs India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Former Australia opener David Warner on Tuesday said he is willing to come out of retirement and play against India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, if the home team needs him in the opening slot.

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'The IPL provides a different ladder in terms of recognition.' 'If you do well, you will obviously get noticed and it enhances your selection into white-ball formats.'

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

A Labourer's Daughter Is World Champion

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

When Kasturi Rajamurty won a gold medal in powerlifting at the WPPL World Cup in Russia, she sure had come a long way. From a life of penury to constantly being short of funds to fuel her passion, she had finally triumphed, and how.

Sports Shorts: Green inspires Spurs come-from-behind win over Heat

Sports Shorts: Green inspires Spurs come-from-behind win over Heat

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Danny Green scored 11 of his 13 points in the fourth quarter to spark the San Antonio Spurs to a 110-95 come-from-behind victory over the Miami Heat in the opening game of the NBA Finals on Thursday.

'Haters Will Hate, But Lovers Will Love'

'Haters Will Hate, But Lovers Will Love'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'Don't let anyone limit your dreams.'

PIX: DeChambeau edges McIlroy to win US Open golf

PIX: DeChambeau edges McIlroy to win US Open golf

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Bryson DeChambeau came out on top in a dramatic final round, back nine battle with Rory McIlroy to win the US Open by one shot.

'McSweeney's debut vs Bumrah the toughest in 10 Years'

'McSweeney's debut vs Bumrah the toughest in 10 Years'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

McSweeney was dismissed by Bumrah four times across six innings and the Australia selectors have replaced him with teenage sensation Sam Konstas for the Melbourne and Sydney Test.

Australia's Green first woman golfer to win mixed-gender event

Australia's Green first woman golfer to win mixed-gender event

Rediff.com20 Feb 2022

Former Women's PGA Championship winner Hannah Green became the first woman to win a mixed-gender professional golf tournament on Sunday with a four-stroke victory at the TPS Murray River event in Australia.

PIX: Bangladesh fan says 'wasn't attacked' but 'fell ill'

PIX: Bangladesh fan says 'wasn't attacked' but 'fell ill'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The reactions to the incident were prompt on social media.

When Hansika, Shriya, Sobhitha Choose To Bedazzle

When Hansika, Shriya, Sobhitha Choose To Bedazzle

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

What makes temple jewellery so special?

H-1B visa: Musk, Ramaswamy face Trump supporter's wrath

H-1B visa: Musk, Ramaswamy face Trump supporter's wrath

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

A major divide has emerged within Donald Trump's MAGA team in the United States, as Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy who advocated for the expansion of the visa program for 'highly skilled workers' faced heavy backlash from within President-elect's base, CNN reported.

Bradman's 'baggy green' sold for $340,000

Bradman's 'baggy green' sold for $340,000

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

The "baggy green" cap awarded to late Australian cricketing great Don Bradman on his Test debut in 1928 has been sold to a local businessman for A$450,000 (US $340,000) after it failed to sell at auction last week.

Golfer Diksha escapes unhurt from car accident; will compete at Olympics

Golfer Diksha escapes unhurt from car accident; will compete at Olympics

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Diksha Dagar, who is due to take part in the the Olympics next week, has escaped unhurt from a car accident.

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy, points out Suveen Sinha.

Green Tribunal concerned over water use in IPL

Green Tribunal concerned over water use in IPL

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

The National Green Tribunal has directed the Ministry of Jal Shakti to hold a meeting within a month to consider the issue of regulating extraction of ground water for maintenance of play grounds.

All-conquering Djokovic eyes history in New York

All-conquering Djokovic eyes history in New York

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Novak Djokovic begins his hunt for a fifth Flushing Meadows crown when he meets Moldovan Radu Albot

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Australia edge past US to reach Davis Cup semi-finals

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Australia booked their place in the Davis Cup semi-finals as doubles pair Matthew Ebden and Jordan Thompson clinched the deciding rubber against the United States on Thursday.

Love, tears, upsets: Badminton had it all at Paris Olympics

Love, tears, upsets: Badminton had it all at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

From China's world number one Shi Yuqi's surprising loss to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn, to Malaysia's women's doubles team's brave bid for a medal, badminton at the Paris Olympics was characterised by upsets, plucky underdogs and, ultimately, reminders that some top seeds are there for a reason.

ISL: FC Goa extend unbeaten run with win

ISL: FC Goa extend unbeaten run with win

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Brison brace stretches FC Goa's unbeaten streak to seven games after 2-1 win against Mohun Bagan

Soccer: Winning start for FC Goa with 2-0 win over Army Green

Soccer: Winning start for FC Goa with 2-0 win over Army Green

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

A summary of all things football.

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The cupboard is bare and it will take some time to prepare another cracking line-up that can match the aura of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.

Why Team India is loved across the world!

Why Team India is loved across the world!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

V V S Laxman said the Indian team's aggressive approach is the primary reason behind the wholehearted support they receive anywhere across the globe.

Simple, Sweet Swathi

Simple, Sweet Swathi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The actor who made her debut in Malayalam cinema with Pavi Caretaker, has a wardrobe full of gorgeous fits.

Tiger Woods battling son Charlie for green jacket

Tiger Woods battling son Charlie for green jacket

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Tiger Woods should have been trying to keep his Masters green jacket out of the clutches of the world's top golfers over the next four days, instead he will battle his 11-year-old son Charlie for it over putting competitions. The Masters, which Woods won in magical fashion for a fifth time a year ago to claim his first major since 2008, has been postponed until November because of the coronavirus pandemic which has shut down world sport on an unprecedented scale.

Beaugrand claims triathlon gold as Seine passes test

Beaugrand claims triathlon gold as Seine passes test

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Cassandre Beaugrand won gold in the women's triathlon at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday

Sinner inspires Italy to Davis Cup semis vs Australia

Sinner inspires Italy to Davis Cup semis vs Australia

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Australia now have the opportunity to avenge last year's final defeat by Italy after world number one Jannik Sinner inspired the holders to a 2-1 victory over Argentina.

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

From the early pioneers to today's global superstars, the Olympics have captured hearts and minds, shaping cultures and inspiring generations.

Olympics: Diksha on tied 7th, Aditi 13th in golf

Olympics: Diksha on tied 7th, Aditi 13th in golf

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

India's Diksha Dagar carded 1-under 71 to be placed tied seventh, while her compatriot Aditi Ashok was on tied 13th after an even par round with two holes to go in the women's golf.

Drives. Spies. Sports Legends

Drives. Spies. Sports Legends

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

From Korean spies to sports legends, here's everything you can catch on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists a fun, fun, OTT Menu for you.

Phillip Hughes remembered on 10th death anniversary

Phillip Hughes remembered on 10th death anniversary

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Family and friends paid tribute to the late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes on Wednesday to mark the 10-year anniversary of his tragic death.

ICC's double standards? 'Why aren't India and Pakistan banned?'

ICC's double standards? 'Why aren't India and Pakistan banned?'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The BCCI has refused to send its team to Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy and there speculation that the entire tournament could be moved out of the country.