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Why Kids Spend Less Time On Sports

Why Kids Spend Less Time On Sports

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'The top two reasons for the low participation of kids are lack of time and need to focus on studies.'

Gukesh's secret weapons to dethrone Ding Liren...

Gukesh's secret weapons to dethrone Ding Liren...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

If I do the right things, I have all the chances in the world: Gukesh

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Here is a look at likely retentions for some teams.

'You Can't Take Bangladesh Lightly'

'You Can't Take Bangladesh Lightly'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'They have a fine spin bowling attack and some good players who have done well for a long time.'

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'We started AgniKul to show that space transportation should be as simple as road transportation.'

India Is All Set To Shine At Cannes

India Is All Set To Shine At Cannes

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Never before in history have Cannes and its sidebars found space for eight Indian, or India-themed, films.

I'm learning a lot: Jaiswal shines in challenging conditions

I'm learning a lot: Jaiswal shines in challenging conditions

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal curbed his natural flair to make a determined 56 against Bangladesh in seaming conditions in Chennai on Thursday, and the young opener said such experiences will make him a stronger, all-weather player in future.

Rain lashes Tamil Nadu; 2 killed in record downpour in Chennai

Rain lashes Tamil Nadu; 2 killed in record downpour in Chennai

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

For the first time in three decades, Nungambakkam, a core city area recorded 8 cmin a single day and suburban Red Hills 13 cm followed by 12 cm in Perambur, also in the city.

Could Kohli's wicket be turning point in Bengaluru?

Could Kohli's wicket be turning point in Bengaluru?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'Obviously, he's a guy who has scored 9,000-plus Test runs, which is pretty mind-blowing, but for us it was a huge wicket.'

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'The scheme excludes tractors, light commercial vehicles, and medium and heavy commercial vehicles.'

'I Wanted Waheeda Rehman For Ankur'

'I Wanted Waheeda Rehman For Ankur'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'I don't think Waheeda had the confidence that I could pull it off, so she said no.'

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Veterans

IPL Auction: Look Out For These Veterans

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

While the IPL 2025 mega auction is expected to reward several young talents with huge pay cheques, a few seasoned stars could also steal the show.

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, could be headed for the players' auction after failing to make a breakthrough in negotiations, while K L Rahul is also unlikely to be retained by LSG.

Defying age: Chhetri breaks ISL records

Defying age: Chhetri breaks ISL records

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

At 40 years and 126 days, Sunil Chhetri became the oldest hat-trick scorer in the ISL history

Chennai deluge: It's time to question reckless urbanisation

Chennai deluge: It's time to question reckless urbanisation

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Govt's focus on 'smart cities' is fine, but basic amenities must be put into place first.

Why Are Samsung Workers On Strike?

Why Are Samsung Workers On Strike?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

According to CITU, around 90% of the 1,723 workers of the Sriperumbudur plant are participating in the strike. Samsung said it is ready to talk to employees and not a third party like CITU.

'Bumrah, Pant's fitness and form crucial in Australia': Ian Chappell

'Bumrah, Pant's fitness and form crucial in Australia': Ian Chappell

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant must remain injury-free and in top form if India are to achieve a historic hat-trick of series wins in Australia, said former captain Ian Chappell.

T20 WC: USA eye upset; India aim to seal Super 8 spot

T20 WC: USA eye upset; India aim to seal Super 8 spot

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Rohit & Co. eye better batting show against USA

How old-school Gill danced his way to a ton

How old-school Gill danced his way to a ton

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Gill said he has been training to use his feet against the spinners from a very young age, and kept adding new layers to the skill with time.

Jadeja's all-round show sparks T20 WC excitement

Jadeja's all-round show sparks T20 WC excitement

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Jadeja will be expected to play a key role in the T20 showpiece in the United States and West Indies, where the ball is likely to turn.

Paralympics: Deepthi Jeevanji wins 400m T20 bronze

Paralympics: Deepthi Jeevanji wins 400m T20 bronze

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

The Indian runner, who turns 21 later this month, clocked 55.82 seconds to finish behind Yuliia Shuliar (55.16 seconds) of Ukraine and World record holder Aysel Onder (55.23) of Turkey.

Does Young India Care About Elections 2024?

Does Young India Care About Elections 2024?

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Politics is not on the radar of 18 to 21-year-old Indians, reveals Rama Bijapurkar.

Surya, Bumrah key to India's prospects in T20 World Cup: Yuvraj

Surya, Bumrah key to India's prospects in T20 World Cup: Yuvraj

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Former India star Yuvraj Singh has identified the swashbuckling Suryakumar Yadav and pace ace Jasprit Bumrah as key to the team's prospects in the upcoming T20 World Cup owing to their ability to "change the complexion of a game" in a jiffy.

Virat Kohli, the secret Aussie in Indian Team?

Virat Kohli, the secret Aussie in Indian Team?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Mitchell Starc and Steven Smith believe that Virat Kohli is an Australian in the way he thinks, acts, and has the desire to perform in big games.

Promising runner Parvej fails doping test

Promising runner Parvej fails doping test

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Top Indian middle distance runner Parvej Khan fails dope test, provisionally suspended

Why Megacities Are Not Cooling Down

Why Megacities Are Not Cooling Down

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The heat index in major metro cities in the country has majorly risen since 2010 compared to a decade earlier.

Ashwin trains intensely at nets; set to feature in India's opener?

Ashwin trains intensely at nets; set to feature in India's opener?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Giving a strong indication of him turning up in India's World Cup opener against Australia in Chennai on Sunday, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin went through an engaging net session on Thursday.

Windies, CSK legend Dwayne Bravo 'bids farewell' to cricket

Windies, CSK legend Dwayne Bravo 'bids farewell' to cricket

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

'Today is the day I say goodbye to the game that has given me everything.'

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Tamil Nadu government is set to unveil a housing initiative for 18,720 women employed by Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, a key supplier to iPhone-maker Apple, this Saturday. The project, located at Vallam Vadagal near Chennai, marks the first time an Indian state government has constructed a hostel of this scale for a private firm - a model that's been successful in China and Vietnam.

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Making a comeback from surgery at 37 years of age in a physically demanding sport like squash is tough to say the least but recent Padma Shri awardee Joshna Chinappa is determined to get back on the PSA Tour at the earliest.

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Can Root Overtake Tendulkar?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

From January 1, 2021 to September 9, 2024 -- during which Joe Root hit 17 centuries, Kane Williamson has hit, Steve Smith has made six tons but Virat Kohli has managed just two centuries.

SEE: Kohli-Gambhir 'put an end to all the masala'

SEE: Kohli-Gambhir 'put an end to all the masala'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The conversation between the two made for an interesting watch as they spoke about the importance of Test cricket, staying in the zone and talking of the knocks one enjoyed of the other.

It's a cool challenge every time you face him: Phillips

It's a cool challenge every time you face him: Phillips

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Aware of the dangers that spin wizard Rashid Khan poses as a bowler, New Zealand batters tried to work through his spell and were able to nullify the threat during their 149-run win over Afghanistan, said wicketkeeper-batter Glenn Phillips.

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.

'What Was Samsung Doing For 16 Years?'

'What Was Samsung Doing For 16 Years?'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

'Samsung declared they would not allow the presence of any trade union.' 'This is unacceptable as the rule of law in India permits employees to have a trade union.' 'So, the crux of the strike is this.'

'Gukesh Must Go All Out For Win Today'

'Gukesh Must Go All Out For Win Today'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'If Gukesh wins, he has to survive in Game 14.' 'But if Liren wins, then it will be game over for Gukesh.'

When India Scored, The Stadium Roared

When India Scored, The Stadium Roared

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

'There were many experts around me,' A Ganesh Nadar discovers at the India-Pakistan hockey game. 'One of them was explaining to his neighbour, that fellow is a good dragger and flicker, that fellow is a penalty corner specialist, that fellow is a penalty specialist, that fellow is a very good defender, etc, freely dispensing with his expert knowledge.'

IPL 2024 keeps its date with India, no venue worries

IPL 2024 keeps its date with India, no venue worries

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to take place in India despite coinciding with elections

Ahead of Modi's visit, Indian food popular in Poland

Ahead of Modi's visit, Indian food popular in Poland

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Indian cuisine is remarkably popular in Poland with various Indian restaurants catering to the growing demand for the rich flavours and Polish diners visiting them say the dishes like dosa and butter chicken remind them of their travels to India.

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The bids on Rishabh Pant could well soar like his audacious no-look six in the ongoing Perth Test, as he seems poised to become the highest paid player among the 577 who will go under the hammer at the two-day IPL mega auction, starting in Jeddah on Sunday.