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I'm a complete Kiwi, but proud of my Indian roots: Rachin Ravindra

I'm a complete Kiwi, but proud of my Indian roots: Rachin Ravindra

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Born to Indian parents in Wellington, New Zealand's batting star Rachin Ravindra has his family roots in Bengaluru.

Explained: What is happening in Sandeshkhali?

Explained: What is happening in Sandeshkhali?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Sandeshkhali, a village in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, has been at the centre of a political storm for nearly a month and has witnessed unprecedented protests over allegations of sexual abuse by scores of women against a local Trinamool Congress leader.

Manasvi Should Be Your Next Style Icon

Manasvi Should Be Your Next Style Icon

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

She brings the best of Indian dressing to LA.

No animosity with Harmanpreet: Alyssa Healy

No animosity with Harmanpreet: Alyssa Healy

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Alyssa backed Harmanpreet and the India team to come out stronger from this series.

How Kohli's knock turned the tide in India vs NZ

How Kohli's knock turned the tide in India vs NZ

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Mitchell's knock did not prove to be enough as Kohli anchored the chase to take India home in 48 overs.

MI to continue positive approach in powerplay overs

MI to continue positive approach in powerplay overs

Rediff.com8 May 2023

With MI placed at the sixth spot, all eyes will be on Rohit when the home side take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday.

'Tennis won't be the same without you'

'Tennis won't be the same without you'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'I LOVE YOU, Roger. Thank you for everything you've done in tennis and with myself. Tennis world will never be the same without you.'

How India celebrated 1st Republic Day

How India celebrated 1st Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Iconic public buildings, parks and railway stations dazzled with lights on the night of January 26, 1950 turning the capital city into a "fairyland".

SRH skipper admits team's flaws after KKR defeat

SRH skipper admits team's flaws after KKR defeat

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Markram said it was a hard pill for them to swallow.

Cirque du Soleil to showcase 'Messi 10' for Argentines

Cirque du Soleil to showcase 'Messi 10' for Argentines

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Cirque du Soleil first premiered the show in 2019 in Barcelona, where Messi was playing at the time. In recent years the company has tried to broaden its appeal, moving outside circus acts to performances celebrating music icons and creating immersive experiences with video game partners.

Sweden's Musovic steals spotlight; Rapinoe's tearful exit

Sweden's Musovic steals spotlight; Rapinoe's tearful exit

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Sweden goalkeeper Zecira Musovic emerged as the hero as her team beat the United States 5-4 on penalties

Prithviraj, Asif Ali back each other up!

Prithviraj, Asif Ali back each other up!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

Latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Kohli's 49th ton quest resumes where it all started

Kohli's 49th ton quest resumes where it all started

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

Who knows the world record equalling 49th hundred might just happen at the same venue where it all started.

Brian Lara's stunning revelation about India's young stars

Brian Lara's stunning revelation about India's young stars

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Brian Lara feels the country's senior men's side can field not two but "even a third XI" at the moment.

Mathematician John Nash, who inspired 'A Beautiful Mind', killed in car crash

Mathematician John Nash, who inspired 'A Beautiful Mind', killed in car crash

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Noted American mathematician John Nash, who inspired the Oscar-winning film A Beautiful Mind, has died in a car crash.

Is Sharmila Nicollet The Best Looking Golfer?

Is Sharmila Nicollet The Best Looking Golfer?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

She's got a great swing and a fabulous style and vice versa.

Shadab Khan reveals his love for Bollywood, Hyderabadi cuisine

Shadab Khan reveals his love for Bollywood, Hyderabadi cuisine

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Shadab Khan doesn't shy away from expressing his love for Bollywood movies and local food.

Are Tattoos Secret To Kohli-Faf Magic?

Are Tattoos Secret To Kohli-Faf Magic?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

'We almost have 900 runs together this season.' 'Very similar to how I used to feel with AB and me batting together.'

King Kohli crowned ICC player of the month

King Kohli crowned ICC player of the month

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Virat Kohli was named as the ICC men's player of the month for October following following a series of star performances as India charged their way to the T20 World Cup semi-finals.

Unapologetically Indian: Make Way For Vaishali S

Unapologetically Indian: Make Way For Vaishali S

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

This star designer who has now found an audience on foreign shores, all thanks to her minimalistic style, and worship of Indian fabrics.

11th straight IPL opening loss for Mumbai Indians!

11th straight IPL opening loss for Mumbai Indians!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Mumbai Indians' bowling coach Shane Bond conceded that the former champions' inability to win their opening game season after season in the IPL is 'frustrating'.

KKR Biwi No. 1: Saachi Marwah Rana

KKR Biwi No. 1: Saachi Marwah Rana

Rediff.com11 May 2023

He bats. He bowls. She bowls people over.

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Don't care what anyone says outside: Kohli after hammering his sixth IPL ton

Rediff.com19 May 2023

After hammering his sixth IPL century, Virat Kohli said he's doesn't care what anyone is saying on the outside as he's doing his bit on the field.

Meet Katrina Kaif's Stunning Lookalike

Meet Katrina Kaif's Stunning Lookalike

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Amy Alea is a style chameleon. And she's forever ready to channel her inner Aphrodite.

'I was disappointed not being part of 2011 WC, decided to not watch it'

'I was disappointed not being part of 2011 WC, decided to not watch it'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Rohit hopes to lift World Cup at home after 12 years...

Hockey: India outclass Korea to enter Asian Games semis

Hockey: India outclass Korea to enter Asian Games semis

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Defending champions India continued their unbeaten run as they beat South Korea 5-3 in the Pool A match to storm into the semi-finals of the men's hockey competition at the 18th Asian Games.

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Tilak impressed fans with his mature performances on the crease, staying at the crease during difficult situations, taking on bowlers in difficult batting conditions.

WTC final: India have been outplayed so far, Ponting reckons

WTC final: India have been outplayed so far, Ponting reckons

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Ponting said at the end of the day it comes down to individual preparation.

Hardik hails Dhoni, eyes dream final showdown

Hardik hails Dhoni, eyes dream final showdown

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Hardik acknowledged that Gujarat Titans (GT) were effective with their bowling, but simple mistakes ended up being costly.

This campaign sheds light on the dark side of the World Cup

This campaign sheds light on the dark side of the World Cup

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Every four years, FIFA World Cup puts an international spotlight on world football. For advertising firm J Walter Thompson London and its client - United Kingdom's National Centre for Domestic Violence, this presented an opportunity to shed some light on a particularly nasty side-effect of fervent sports fandom: domestic violence.

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Djokovic will next face Sinner in what will be his 46th Grand Slam semi-final, equalling the record of eight-time champion Roger Federer.

Neymar's Prediction: Messi will increase MLS popularity

Neymar's Prediction: Messi will increase MLS popularity

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Messi announced to take his talents to South Beach after his contract with PSG expires at the end of this month.

The Magical World Of Muzaffar Ali

The Magical World Of Muzaffar Ali

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

'I somehow felt that Muzaffar Ali was in Aligarh to feel the pulse of the Muslim youth, especially in the darker and harsher times that India is passing through,' notes Mohammad Sajjad.

We have incredible power: Rapinoe after winning FIFA Women's player

We have incredible power: Rapinoe after winning FIFA Women's player

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

The USA striker also revealed that she was inspired by Raheem Sterling and Kalidou Koulibaly after the pair stood up to incidents of racism.

PIX: Superb Jaiswal steers India to 336 for 6 on Day 1

PIX: Superb Jaiswal steers India to 336 for 6 on Day 1

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between India and England in Visakhapatnam, on Friday

Davis Cup: Canada beat Australia to claim first title

Davis Cup: Canada beat Australia to claim first title

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Canada defeated Australia 2-0 to win its first Davis Cup title on Sunday

Is This The Latest Sari Trend?

Is This The Latest Sari Trend?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma picks some of its best known sari appearances.

Football's 'Eternal great' Pele passes away

Football's 'Eternal great' Pele passes away

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Pele, the legendary Brazilian soccer player who rose from barefoot poverty to become one of the greatest and best-known athletes in modern history, died on Thursday at the age of 82.

Patience is the name of the game in Test cricket: Siraj

Patience is the name of the game in Test cricket: Siraj

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'Let's see what happens tomorrow. The plan is to bowl in one tight channel and build pressure.'

England confident despite Ireland shock, says Buttler

England confident despite Ireland shock, says Buttler

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Buttler, who was named the Man of the Match for his 47-ball 73, said teams will be under pressure in some ways, in such a big tournament.