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Indigenous and Proud: Boland follows in the footsteps of Gillespie

Indigenous and Proud: Boland follows in the footsteps of Gillespie

Rediff.com26 Dec 2021

'I think the Indigenous community in AFL and rugby are so big and hopefully one day Aboriginals in cricket can be just as big.'

Fencer Bhavani Devi exits after impressive Olympics debut

Fencer Bhavani Devi exits after impressive Olympics debut

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

India's trailblazing fencer Bhavani Devi was off to a confident start on her Olympic debut, demolishing the challenge of Tunisia's Nadia Ben Azizi 15-3 to advance to the second round of the women's individual sabre event at the Tokyo Games, on Monday.

Indigenous Kakrapar atomic plant-3 achieves criticality

Indigenous Kakrapar atomic plant-3 achieves criticality

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

KAPP-3, the country's 23rd nuclear power reactor, is a 700 MW Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) designed indigenously, the NPCIL said in a release. The components and equipment for the reactor have been manufactured by Indian industries, and its construction was undertaken by various Indian contractors, it said.

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

'I enjoy this game, whenever I go in to bat, I put up a show.'

PIX: Mandhana lights up Women's T20 Challenge opener

PIX: Mandhana lights up Women's T20 Challenge opener

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Captain Mandhana anchored a 119-run stand with Harleen Deol

'We didn't know when we would play next, wanted to give our all'

'We didn't know when we would play next, wanted to give our all'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Smriti Mandhana said not knowing when they would get to play next gave them extra motivation to 'give their all'

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom goes down by split decision

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom goes down by split decision

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Six-time World champion M C Mary Kom's (51kg) pursuit of a second Olympic medal ended in the pre-quarterfinals of the Tokyo Games as she went down to 2016 edition's bronze-medallist Ingrit Valencia in a fiercely-fought showdown.

Doyen of women's cricket, Mithali ends glorious career

Doyen of women's cricket, Mithali ends glorious career

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

The cricketer from Rajasthan attained the legendary status with her exploits with the bat for over two decades.

No fairytale ending for Jabeur at Wimbledon

No fairytale ending for Jabeur at Wimbledon

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

Ons Jabeur was so fixated on winning that she had even replaced her niece's photograph with an image of the Venus Rosewater Dish on the screensaver of her mobile phone.

PIX: Sonakshi, Katrina, Kareena win big

PIX: Sonakshi, Katrina, Kareena win big

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Actresses on the HT Style Awards red carpet.

Audi launches new version of SUV Q7 at Rs 79.99 lakh

Audi launches new version of SUV Q7 at Rs 79.99 lakh

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

German luxury carmaker Audi on Thursday launched a new version of its flagship SUV Q7 in India with prices starting at Rs 79.99 lakh (ex-showroom) as it seeks to further accelerate growth in the country. The locally assembled vehicle is powered by a 3-litre petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system generating 340 hp. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/hr in 5.9 seconds. The new Q7 will be available in two variants -- Q7 Premium Plus and Q7 Technology -- priced at Rs 79.99 lakh and Rs 88.33 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.

Women's T20 Challenge PIX: Supernovas pip Velocity for third title

Women's T20 Challenge PIX: Supernovas pip Velocity for third title

Rediff.com28 May 2022

IMAGES from the Women's T20 Challenge final between Supernovas and Velocity in Pune on Saturday.

Mithali Raj: The first and biggest superstar of women's cricket

Mithali Raj: The first and biggest superstar of women's cricket

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

In terms of longevity, Mithali Raj's 23-year-old international career is also awe-inspiring and rivals Sachin Tendukar's 24-year-run at the top of his game.

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The women looked super glam at the sixth Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards in Mumbai.

Five boxers to watch out for at the Tokyo Olympics

Five boxers to watch out for at the Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Here are five boxers to watch when the Games kick off

Tiger's inspiration, Lee Elder, dies aged 87

Tiger's inspiration, Lee Elder, dies aged 87

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Lee Elder, a champion of racial justice who in 1975 became the first Black man to compete in the Masters, has died at the age of 87, the PGA Tour said on Monday.

First throw perfect, but need to improve in final: Neeraj

First throw perfect, but need to improve in final: Neeraj

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Javelin thrower needed just a few seconds to make that cut, sending the spear well past the direct qualifying mark of 83.50m in his first attempt at the Tokyo Olympics, on Wednesday.

Meghan guest edits British Vogue's September issue

Meghan guest edits British Vogue's September issue

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The September issue is focusing on women who "break barriers" -- featuring 15 women, including teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg and New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern.

'Family person' Barty can't wait to get home

'Family person' Barty can't wait to get home

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

With tears running down her cheeks she then climbed into the stands towards her team, a tradition started by compatriot Pat Cash when he won the men's singles in 1987.

Ons Jabeur's Journey To Wimbledon Final

Ons Jabeur's Journey To Wimbledon Final

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Ons Jabeur, who is known as the 'Minister of Happiness' back home in Tunisia, is hoping she can live up to that moniker by becoming the first African woman to win a Grand Slam singles title -- and where better to achieve that feat than Wimbledon.

Hardik Now Needs A Head For Strategy

Hardik Now Needs A Head For Strategy

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

With time on his side, that Hardik Patel will one day occupy the top spot in Gujarat is a no-brainer. But the BJP doesn't like rabble-rousers.

Langer inducted into Australian cricket Hall of Fame

Langer inducted into Australian cricket Hall of Fame

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Raelee Thompson too honoured

International Women's Day: World Athletics makes new equality pledge

International Women's Day: World Athletics makes new equality pledge

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

World Athletics has marked International Women's Day with a series of pledges to "further advance the role of girls and women" in the sport under the campaign slogan "WeGrowAthletics."

Dubai to host IPL final on November 10

Dubai to host IPL final on November 10

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

Women's T20 Challenge to be played in Sharjah.

Goolagong proud of 'great Australian' Barty

Goolagong proud of 'great Australian' Barty

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

"Ash to me is like a little sister and part of my family and we treat each other that way... It's magical when you achieve your dream... I'm sure it's magical for her."

'Star culture of Indian women's team needs to end'

'Star culture of Indian women's team needs to end'

Rediff.com15 May 2021

Raman's crisp letter to the two former captains is sure to ruffle a few feathers

Brendon McCullum hangs up his boots

Brendon McCullum hangs up his boots

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum announced his retirement from all forms of competitive cricket after the conclusion of the ongoing Global T20 Canada.

Paralympics: Avani adds 50m Rifle bronze to 10m Air Rifle gold

Paralympics: Avani adds 50m Rifle bronze to 10m Air Rifle gold

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

With this, India now has 12 medals and the fourth bronze at the 2020 Paralympics.

Women's IPL games to grab maximum eyeballs

Women's IPL games to grab maximum eyeballs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The women's T20 exhibition matches, which will be staged during the Indian Premier League, is once again likely to be slotted during the playoffs as the Board of Control for Cricket in India that remains the only window available for these games.

Mary Kom won 2 of the 3 rounds, but still lost! How?

Mary Kom won 2 of the 3 rounds, but still lost! How?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Six-time World champion M C Mary Kom's pursuit of a second Olympic medal ended in the pre-quarter-finals of the Tokyo Games after she went down to Colombia's Ingrit Valencia, the 2016 edition's bronze-medallist, in a fiercely-fought 51kg showdown on Thursday.

Tennis: Barty sets up Sabalenka final in Madrid

Tennis: Barty sets up Sabalenka final in Madrid

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Hewitt defers Hall of Fame induction due to travel restrictions

The next big step in women's cricket...

The next big step in women's cricket...

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

Australian captain Meg Lanning believes starting an Indian Premier League will be the next 'big step' in women's cricket.

5 exciting cars to be launched in India this October

5 exciting cars to be launched in India this October

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

Two of these launches are from the country's largest passenger carmaker, Maruti

'Pele' adds new chapter to golden age of sports film

'Pele' adds new chapter to golden age of sports film

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The film focuses on the period between 1958 and 1970 when Brazil won three out of the four World Cups and established itself as the country of football.

Fellow athletes rally around Osaka after withdrawal

Fellow athletes rally around Osaka after withdrawal

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'Take care of yourself and see you back winning soon!'

Women's T20 Challenge: Harmanpreet looking to improve despite win

Women's T20 Challenge: Harmanpreet looking to improve despite win

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Supernovas could not defend their modest 126 for eight in the opening match of the Women's T20 Challenge.

Lisa Sthalekar inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame

Lisa Sthalekar inducted into Australian Cricket Hall of Fame

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Sthalekar was a member of four Australian World Cup-winning teams across the ODI and T20 formats and captained Australia in three ODIs against New Zealand in 2006.

Why Doctors Stopped Being Gods

Why Doctors Stopped Being Gods

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

I got to know that every referred case for angiography and angioplasty got a kickback of Rs 5,000 and Rs 15,000 respectively. Seeing this trend, doctors started paying referring doctors Rs 1 lakh in advance and adjusting it as and when patients came in. This menace slowly spread its tentacles all over the medical field, including radiological diagnostics and biochemistry laboratories. For every test ordered, 20 per cent of the bill was given back to the referring doctor. This led to doctors recommending unnecessary tests. The pharmaceutical companies also saw burgeoning business. Acclaimed doctors were given televisions sets, refrigerators, air conditioners and cars depending upon the prescriptions. General practitioners would prescribe unnecessary drugs, and were given returns in cash. A fascinating excerpt from Dr Upendra Kaul's When The Heart Speaks.

Harmanpreet promises 'different' approach in England T20s

Harmanpreet promises 'different' approach in England T20s

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Thursday attributed her prolonged lean patch with the bat to lack of preparation following her recovery from a COVID-19 infection and groin injury earlier this year.

Sania Mirza's amazing run continues

Sania Mirza's amazing run continues

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Sania Mirza continued her winning run as she entered the women's doubles semifinals of the Hobart International