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Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Cup hero Fabregas ready to step up for Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists he can play a key role for Chelsea after scoring an extra-time brace to help the Blues knock Premier League champions Leicester City out of the League Cup on Tuesday. Fabregas has been on the fringes of new manager Antonio Conte's Chelsea side since the start of the season, having made just three league appearances from the bench.

With varied heritage, Belgians keep African interest alive at World Cup

With varied heritage, Belgians keep African interest alive at World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

The midfield duo, who both have dual Moroccan-Belgian nationality, kept Belgium alive with their goals off the bench in the extraordinary round of 16 comeback against Japan and were handed starts in the 2-1 win over Brazil.

Haddin admits 'edging' the ball in the first Ashes Test

Haddin admits 'edging' the ball in the first Ashes Test

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

Australian vice-captain Brad Haddin has said that he knew he was out and did not need to wait for the replay to determine that he had hit the ball, which brought the end of the first Ashes Test, that went in favour of England.

Swedes not satisfied yet, says coach Andersson after Swiss win

Swedes not satisfied yet, says coach Andersson after Swiss win

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Sweden may have exceeded expectations in Russia but they are not done yet.

Sitharaman's Stimulus: Renovate a house in flames without dousing the fire!

Sitharaman's Stimulus: Renovate a house in flames without dousing the fire!

Rediff.com27 May 2020

'The stimulus message was tagged on to what was meant to be an exhortation to self-reliance, glossing over the near impossibility of merging the immediate requirement of relief for a huge population and a questionable strategy for the future trajectory of a large economy aspiring to superstardom,' points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Football Focus: Rakitic leaves Barcelona to rejoin Sevilla

Football Focus: Rakitic leaves Barcelona to rejoin Sevilla

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

World's biggest wheat producing countries

World's biggest wheat producing countries

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

Wheat is grown on more land area than any other commercial crop.

Systemic change needs sustained effort, not just Aamir

Systemic change needs sustained effort, not just Aamir

Rediff.com11 May 2012

The appeal of a courageous superstar with a conscience on a Sunday morning television show may help resolve some of the issues that affect us. But to for us to change as a people needs much more effort and awareness, feels Sherna Gandhy.

Not getting enough sleep? Try this herb

Not getting enough sleep? Try this herb

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

Presenting simple Ayurvedic herbs to incorporate in your diet.

Review: Mugguru does not impress

Review: Mugguru does not impress

Rediff.com19 Aug 2011

Mugguru is just a time-pass film with the same formula and nothing new to offer.

India Inc profit dips 11% in Q1 on GST destocking

India Inc profit dips 11% in Q1 on GST destocking

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

At the sector level, commodity linked sectors (energy, materials and utilities) and industrials reported the strongest revenue growth, while telecom, consumer discretionary saw the most decline in net profits.

What to expect from India and China in 2012

What to expect from India and China in 2012

Rediff.com26 Dec 2011

India and China sorted out their differences on the issue of stapled visas to Kashmiris leading to resumption of defence ties in 2011, a year which also saw postponement of key boundary talks and Beijing's unease over Indian efforts to improve ties with East Asian nations.

Indian badminton manager from Arunachal denied visa by China

Indian badminton manager from Arunachal denied visa by China

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

'When I checked with the Chinese Embassy about the status of my visa application, I was told by embassy officials that since I belong to Arunachal Pradesh, an approval from Beijing is required' 'It has been 54 years since the Chinese aggression of 1962 and 70 years of India's Independence. The issue of Arunachal Pradesh remains unsettled because of the territorial dispute between India and China which has put the future of the Indigenous people of Arunachal in uncertainty'

'Liverpool clearly need a goal threat for the next season'

'Liverpool clearly need a goal threat for the next season'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Liverpool's half-baked pre-season transfer dealings have come back to bite them with Brendan Rodgers admitting his side have lacked the quality to finish in the Premier League's top four.

GST: These 27 items just got cheaper!

GST: These 27 items just got cheaper!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

Small and medium enterprises had complained of tedious compliance burden under the Goods and Services Tax

Adele sweeps Grammys 2012 with six wins

Adele sweeps Grammys 2012 with six wins

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

The neo-soul singer claimed the top three awards -- Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Album of the Year.

NBA: Pacers trip up cold-shooting Lakers

NBA: Pacers trip up cold-shooting Lakers

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

The Indiana Pacers took advantage of an ice-cold Los Angeles Lakers side with a 98-96 victory on Sunday, inflicting a third successive loss the home team.

WBC restores Hopkins' title after Dawson controversy

WBC restores Hopkins' title after Dawson controversy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

The World Boxing Council restored Bernard Hopkins as its light heavyweight champion on Thursday after reviewing his controversial loss to Chad Dawson at the weekend.

Shiv Sena loses appetite over vada pav politics

Shiv Sena loses appetite over vada pav politics

Rediff.com5 Jul 2011

The Shiv Sena that rules the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai along with its ideological ally Bharatiya Janata Party, has unwittingly realised that excessive politics based on vada pav, the staple fast food of Mumbaikars, is a health hazard.

A guide to the social media wars

A guide to the social media wars

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Government representatives say they are acting in the interest of National Security, and the US-based social media companies say they are fighting for Freedom of Expression.

McKenzie named South Africa's batting coach

McKenzie named South Africa's batting coach

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

South Africa have appointed former player Neil McKenzie as batting coach until the end of next month's World Twenty20 in India. McKenzie, 40, retired as a player last month and has been roped in to help South African batting line-up that has looked fragile recently. He will work with the team in home Twenty20 series against England and Australia, as well as the World Twenty20 that starts on March 8. "It's been something that we have been trying to do for a long time," South Africa head coach Russell Domingo told reporters on Wednesday. "We have explored a few options and finally one guy has committed to us, we are ecstatic that Neil will be joining us. "He will work with us until the end of the World Cup. Things will be assessed from there, it's the end of the cricket season, and we will look at things going forward."

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

'The Chinese claim on our land is wrong'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

'Our boys are very patriotic.' 'They say Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Jai Hind in front of the Chinese.' 'We have never accepted their claims, we are Indians and proud to be Indians.'

PIX: Beyonce, Adele, Lady Gaga at the Grammys

PIX: Beyonce, Adele, Lady Gaga at the Grammys

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

The 59th Grammy Awards was held in Los Angeles, California.

High interest cost will hurt EPS

High interest cost will hurt EPS

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Importantly, after the interest rate rises by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the recent past, there is a high probability of corporate India getting hit on profits.

Why Cheat India Review: Emraan turns Robin Hood

Why Cheat India Review: Emraan turns Robin Hood

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

'A jumbo mess of warped notions and random ambition, Why Cheat India trivialises education and shows sympathy for deceit,' says Sukanya Verma.

Touch and dine: Menu at your fingertips

Touch and dine: Menu at your fingertips

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

Technology is fast becoming a staple diet on which restaurants live to serve patrons better.

Food inflation falls to 11.81%

Food inflation falls to 11.81%

Rediff.com11 Nov 2011

The rate of price rise of food items stood at 12.68 per cent in the corresponding week of the previous year.

Here's a list of cities bidding for the 2024 Olympics

Here's a list of cities bidding for the 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

The three cities bidding for the 2024 summer Olympics submitted on Friday the third and last part of their bid books to the International Olympic Committee which will pick the winner in September.

EPL: Wolves win 1-0 to stretch Burnley's losing run to four

EPL: Wolves win 1-0 to stretch Burnley's losing run to four

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

After Wolves missed several chances in the first half, Raul Jimenez pounced in the 61st minute to break the deadlock with his second goal of the season.

India gains as wheat production dips in US, China

India gains as wheat production dips in US, China

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

While other leading wheat producing countries like China and U.S are witnessing a decline in output, India has stood as an exception with an estimated record production of 84.27 tonnes of the staple foodgrain this year.

EPL: With three-match ban Tottenham's Alli out for rest of season

EPL: With three-match ban Tottenham's Alli out for rest of season

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Alli was caught on video deliberately swinging his arm into the stomach of West Bromwich Albion's Claudio Yacob during Monday's 1-1 draw at White Hart Lane

Greatest Hollywood outfits from the movies

Greatest Hollywood outfits from the movies

Rediff.com28 May 2010

Audrey Hepburn's black Givenchy dress in Breakfast At Tiffany's topped a poll.

<i>Raaj</i> is insipid

Raaj is insipid

Rediff.com21 Mar 2011

Raaj is a stereotypical and boring love triangle

Will take time for onion, potato prices to drop: FM

Will take time for onion, potato prices to drop: FM

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

Onion prices have gone up 43 per cent in a year and potato is costing over 20 per cent more, but the government has said it will take "some time" before prices of the kitchen staples decline.

WC Preview: Mexico keen to keep winning run going against Sweden

WC Preview: Mexico keen to keep winning run going against Sweden

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

Mexico will look to add gloss to their World Cup campaign when they face Sweden in their final Group F match on Wednesday, with a win likely to boost the image of their embattled coach Juan Carlos Osorio back home.

'We are now the eye of the storm'

'We are now the eye of the storm'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

'Between the quiet hallways and the empty streets, there is a misleadingly peaceful atmosphere outside, that does not reflect the stress and tragedy happening every day between hospital walls.'

Bollywood enjoys Monsoon's first shower

Bollywood enjoys Monsoon's first shower

Rediff.com3 Jun 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Indians might eat less to curb inflation: Study

Indians might eat less to curb inflation: Study

Rediff.com24 May 2011

The research also suggests that they are willing to cut their savings to retain their expenditure growth at previous year's levels.

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

In photos: UK's race to 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Theresa May's ruling Conservatives have not won outright majority in the UK parliament. Snapshots from Britain's post-Brexit snap general elections.

ITC Q2 net profit up 12% to Rs 2,955 crore

ITC Q2 net profit up 12% to Rs 2,955 crore

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Total income during the reported quarter stood at Rs 11,776.63 crore as against Rs 10,258.13 crore in the year-ago period