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How Ukrainians Struggle To Survive

How Ukrainians Struggle To Survive

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Glimpses of how the Russian invasion has impacted the lives of ordinary Ukrainians.

Devastation Continues in Ukraine...

Devastation Continues in Ukraine...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the devastation caused by Putin's War.

Govt may use reserve oil funds to finance fertiliser subsidy gap

Govt may use reserve oil funds to finance fertiliser subsidy gap

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

For the first time, the government is likely to dip into the Oil Industry Development Fund (OIDF) to finance part of its fertiliser subsidy programme for 2025-26, according to official sources. The finance ministry has accounted for Rs 23,000 crore in the FY26 Budget as net additional resources to be drawn from dedicated reserve funds, including the OIDF, the Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Fund, and the Universal Service Obligation Fund.

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Ahead of the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic in Bengaluru, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed his emotions for the tournament where he said that the national flag has to fly higher on its own soil.

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'China reduced its exports of urea to India gradually.' 'In 2020-2021 we imported 28 lakh tonnes of urea which reduced to 16 lakh tonnes in 2022-2023 and that has now reduced to 1 lakh tonnes in 2024-2025.'

Neeraj Chopra's Heartfelt Fan Moment In Bengaluru

Neeraj Chopra's Heartfelt Fan Moment In Bengaluru

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra shared a touching moment with an elderly fan during a quiet stroll in Bengaluru.

Beijing turns yellow as city sees worst sandstorm

Beijing turns yellow as city sees worst sandstorm

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

The Chinese capital Beijing was shrouded in thick brown dust on Monday morning as a result of heavy winds blowing in from Inner Mongolia and other parts of northwestern China.

Tottenham appoint Brentford's Frank as manager

Tottenham appoint Brentford's Frank as manager

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Thomas Frank will take charge of a club that will take part in next year's Champions League after they won the Europa League last month in Bilbao.

China marks 70th anniversary with huge display of military might

China marks 70th anniversary with huge display of military might

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

The parade was seen as a muscle-flexing exercise by Beijing.

PIX: Spurs ground Man City; Villa fall at Brentford

PIX: Spurs ground Man City; Villa fall at Brentford

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

It took 10 Premier League games for the first cracks to appear in Manchester City's facade last season, but Pep Guardiola got a much earlier reminder of his side's fall from grace on Saturday in another defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Neeraj Chopra to compete in event in Poland on May 23

THIS Indian cricketer can excel in my field: Neeraj

THIS Indian cricketer can excel in my field: Neeraj

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, widely admired for his humility and poise, on Saturday acknowledged the greatness of India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who he believes can be a javelin throw star.

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Olympic, World champions headline Neeraj Chopra event

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The maiden edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event will be teeming with stars as the likes of Anderson Peters of Grenada and Thomas Rohler of Germany are taking part.

PIX: Messi lights up Beijing with fastest goal of international career

PIX: Messi lights up Beijing with fastest goal of international career

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

A sea of blue-and-white had greeted the teams as they stepped out onto the pitch with an overwhelming majority of the 68,000 capacity crowd sporting Argentina jerseys.

Neeraj Chopra Classic postponed indefinitely

Neeraj Chopra Classic postponed indefinitely

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Neeraj Chopra Classic is a World Athletics Gold category event featuring former world champions Anderson Peters and Julius Yego, 2016 Olympic winner Thomas Roehler and American Curtis Thompson among others.

The Ukrainians Battle On

The Ukrainians Battle On

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Glimpses from the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the grit and determination of Ukrainian soldiers.

Mamma meow! This mysterious island has more cats than people

Mamma meow! This mysterious island has more cats than people

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

More than 120 cats swarm the island with only a handful of humans for company.

'Your Trip Is On Me..' Neeraj Fulfills Fan's Wish!

'Your Trip Is On Me..' Neeraj Fulfills Fan's Wish!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Double Olympic-medallist Neeraj Chopra showed his generous and compassionate side, surprising a fan with an all-expense paid trip to watch the Neeraj Chopra Classic, to be held in Bengaluru next week.

'Not happy': Neeraj wins but slams his own throw

'Not happy': Neeraj wins but slams his own throw

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Neeraj Chopra may have clinched the Golden Spike title in his maiden appearance at the meet, but the former Olympic champion was far from satisfied with his performance.

In-Form Chopra Grabs Golden Spike Title

In-Form Chopra Grabs Golden Spike Title

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian javelin throw superstar Neeraj Chopra on Tuesday clinched the title at the Golden Spike meet in his maiden appearance in Ostrava, Czech Republic, his back-to-back win in a top-class competition.

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Messi and his national team will play a friendly match against Australia today, June 15, on Chinese Communist tyrant Xi Jinping's 70th birthday.

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

On June 6, Poland's Martin Konecny had replaced Asian Games bronze medallist Genki Dean of Japan as the organisers confirmed the 12-man entry list for the rescheduled event.

Why Pakistan's Arshad declined Neeraj's invitation

Why Pakistan's Arshad declined Neeraj's invitation

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Arshad Nadeem declines Neeraj Chopra's invite to compete in NC Classic javelin event

PHOTOS: Ghost streets of China post coronavirus outbreak

PHOTOS: Ghost streets of China post coronavirus outbreak

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The outbreak has resulted in Chinese cities being largely deserted, with tourist attractions shut and a few eateries requiring temperature checks and masks.

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

'I am giving something back to Indian athletics'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

For Neeraj Chopra, the inaugural edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic is more than achieving success on the field, it's giving the Indian fans a chance to watch top-class competition in person, something that will help raise the profile of the sport in the country.

Robert Prevost becomes first American Pope, takes name Leo XIV

Robert Prevost becomes first American Pope, takes name Leo XIV

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The voice of the six bells of St Peter's Basilca announced that the Church has its new Pope.

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The star-studded 12-man event, to be held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, will feature seven of the best javelin throwers in the world and five Indians, including Chopra.

China protests over Covid lockdowns; demand Xi's resignation

China protests over Covid lockdowns; demand Xi's resignation

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Crowds carrying lighted candles in memory of those killed in the fire at an apartment block reported under COVID-19 lockdown in Urumqi in Xinjiang shouted slogans against the arbitrary lockdowns by the government to curb the spread of the virus and in solidarity with the weekend protests in Shanghai.

Ukraine: 5 Weeks Later: The Wages Of War

Ukraine: 5 Weeks Later: The Wages Of War

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The devastation that the Russians have inflicted on their smaller neighbour will remain a horrific reminder of the cruelty of war.

Are You Dying For Sex?

Are You Dying For Sex?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Horrors of the mind and modern technology rock the OTT this week.

Protests disrupt air travel in Hong Kong for 2nd day

Protests disrupt air travel in Hong Kong for 2nd day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

This is the second day in a row that air travel in Hong Kong has been affected. A mass sit-in by the protesters was witnessed on Monday, while all flights in and out of the region were cancelled after 4 pm.

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'Every Indian should move to an EV, and the government should not buy any fossil fuel cars. The government should become the first driver of EV adoption.'

PIX: PSG demolish Arsenal to enter Champions League final

PIX: PSG demolish Arsenal to enter Champions League final

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Images from the Champions League semi-final second leg between Paris St Germain and Arsenal, at Parc des Princes, Paris, France, on Wednesday.

PICS: Thomas, Lyles win 200m in Diamond League opener

PICS: Thomas, Lyles win 200m in Diamond League opener

Rediff.com14 May 2022

American duo Gabby Thomas and Noah Lyles took impressive 200 metres victories and two men posted monster, wind-assisted 90 metre javelin throws as the Diamond League season got underway on a lively night in front of a noisy crowd in Doha on Friday.

Best PHOTOS from the Australian Open

Best PHOTOS from the Australian Open

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

From Rafael Nadal's shock exit in the first round to Novak Djokovic's clinical run. We bring you the highs and lows as the Australian Open moves into its business end.

What's Happening In China?

What's Happening In China?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Glimpses from China after the People's Liberation Army begun military exercises surrounding the island of Taiwan on August 4, 2022.

Will Putin Continue To Destroy Ukraine?

Will Putin Continue To Destroy Ukraine?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the continued devastation caused by Putin's senseless war.

Three young guns get chance to share field with Neeraj

Three young guns get chance to share field with Neeraj

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Indian trio of Sachin Yadav, Rohit Yadav, Sahil Silwal named for NC Classic

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Neeraj Chopra's event granted category A status by World Athletics.

Chopra hopes to bring Diamond League to India

Chopra hopes to bring Diamond League to India

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

'I wanted to state that this event will be an annual affair. As of now, it will be just a men's javelin event. But in future, I am hoping other events will also be added.'