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Euro warm-up: England, Belgium register wins

Euro warm-up: England, Belgium register wins

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

A makeshift England side beat Romania 1-0 in their final Euro 2020 warm-up game, while Belgium's Romelu Lukaku underlined his status as one of the world's top strikers with his 60th international goal to secure a 1-0 win over Croatia.

Why is India A Graveyard For World's Auto Majors?

Why is India A Graveyard For World's Auto Majors?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

India is a market for low-priced cars with low running costs. The global majors don't have models that fit the bill; only Maruti and Hyundai have successful entry-level models, observes T N Ninan.

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Chari, 43, will serve as the commander while NASA's Tom Marshburn will be pilot and ESA's Matthias Maurer will serve as a mission specialist for the SpaceX Crew-3 mission to the ISS, which is expected to launched next year.

How the Soviet Union Helped India Win the 1971 War

How the Soviet Union Helped India Win the 1971 War

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

It is a timely reminder that when faced with twin threats, India has succeeded by wisely choosing allies, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Ukraine Crisis: Time for Modi To Leave A Mark on India's Foreign Policy

Ukraine Crisis: Time for Modi To Leave A Mark on India's Foreign Policy

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Modi has the chance to break out of India's passive mode and firmly tell Russia that in this day and age, India will not support unilateral invasions, asserts Harishchandra Dighe.

'Proud of you': Pak ATC to Air India flight carrying relief material

'Proud of you': Pak ATC to Air India flight carrying relief material

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

"It was a very proud moment for me as well as the entire Air India crew when we heard from Pakistan ATC praising our special flight operations to Europe," one of the senior captains of the special flight said.

5 Reasons Why Italy is Europe's BEST

5 Reasons Why Italy is Europe's BEST

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Despite going down to the fastest goal scored in Euro history in front of a packed Wembley stadium, the Italians held their nerve and worked their way back gradually into the game.

Britain posts liaison officer at Indian Navy's IFC

Britain posts liaison officer at Indian Navy's IFC

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The United Kingdom on Tuesday posted a liaison officer at the Indian Navy's Information Fusion Centre (IFC) that has emerged as a key hub in tracking movements of ships and other developments in the Indian Ocean, a region witnessing increasing Chinese naval presence.

PIX: Dumfries header gives Dutch victory after Ukraine fightback

PIX: Dumfries header gives Dutch victory after Ukraine fightback

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

The Dutch were 2-0 up with 15 minutes left in the Euro 2020 match, only to allow their opponents two quick goals and the chance to share the points before Dumfries headed home a dramatic winner to the delight of the home fans.

Champions League qualifier: PSV edge Basel in thriller

Champions League qualifier: PSV edge Basel in thriller

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

In the day's other fixtures, Croatian champions Dinamo Zagreb took a big step towards the next stage with a 2-0 win at Georgians Saburtalo and Copenhagen won at Welsh side The New Saints by the same score.

Wow! Kriti is a breath of fresh air in florals

Wow! Kriti is a breath of fresh air in florals

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Designer duo Shyamal and Bhumika launched their collection titled The Renaissance Muse at FDCI India Couture Week.

Porto locals' fury as COVID rules eased for English soccer fans

Porto locals' fury as COVID rules eased for English soccer fans

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Some Porto residents fear a spike in infections because of the highly contagious coronavirus variant spreading in parts of England after first being identified in India.

Champions League: Napoli thrash Liverpool; Barcelona win

Champions League: Napoli thrash Liverpool; Barcelona win

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Pak continues to remain on FATF 'Grey List'

Pak continues to remain on FATF 'Grey List'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

The global agency said there are "serious deficiencies" on the part of the country in checking terror-financing and it lacks an effective system to deal with it.

Debris of China's disintegrating rocket falls into Indian Ocean

Debris of China's disintegrating rocket falls into Indian Ocean

Rediff.com9 May 2021

The debris from China's disintegrating Long March rocket entered the Earth's atmosphere on Sunday and reportedly fell into the Indian Ocean area close to the Maldives, the country's space agency said, ending an anxious week as people and the governments wondered where and when the space junk would fall.

EPL PIX: Man City close in on title; Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Man City close in on title; Chelsea win

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday night.

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Here we bring you all the sporting action from last week in this stunning photo feature.

War fears grow as Putin recognises 2 Ukraine regions as independent

War fears grow as Putin recognises 2 Ukraine regions as independent

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Putin justified his decision in a speech blaming NATO for the current crisis and calling the US-led alliance an existential threat to Russia.

Pak fails to fulfil 6 mandates of FATF; to remain in 'Grey list'

Pak fails to fulfil 6 mandates of FATF; to remain in 'Grey list'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

The mandates which Pakistan has failed include action against all United Nations-designated terrorists like Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Azhar, Lashker-e-Tayiba founder Hafiz Saeed and the outfit's operational commander Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi.

Europa League: United book place in final; Arsenal knocked out

Europa League: United book place in final; Arsenal knocked out

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Images from UEFA Europa League semi-finals played on Thursday.

Klopp's mentality behind Liverpool's comeback: Mourinho

Klopp's mentality behind Liverpool's comeback: Mourinho

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'This is about him. This is a reflection of his personality -- don't give up -- his fighting spirit, every player giving everything'

Ukraine Invasion: India's Dilemma

Ukraine Invasion: India's Dilemma

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Whether it liked it or not, the Ukraine crisis forced India to choose between the aggressor Russia and the US-led free world, a decision it hated to make, Virendra Kapoor points out. In the end, it abstained from the vote in the Security Council.

World No 2 Bajrang assured of seeding at Olympics

World No 2 Bajrang assured of seeding at Olympics

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Wrestling's world governing body UWW announced fresh rankings which placed Bajrang at number two in the 65kg category. Dahiya is fourth in the very competitive 57kg category.

'The Chinese can't be trusted'

'The Chinese can't be trusted'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

'The Chinese can't be trusted hence the need to verify and re-verify.'

Champions League: Orange is the new Red as Liverpool run riot in Porto

Champions League: Orange is the new Red as Liverpool run riot in Porto

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

The strip made a memorable debut in the 7-0 thrashing of Maribor in the Champions League group stage, marking Liverpool's biggest ever away win in European competition.

Soccer PIX: Chelsea survive upset scare in FA Cup

Soccer PIX: Chelsea survive upset scare in FA Cup

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

On a seismic day in the history of Chelsea, Romelu Lukaku scored the winning goal in a 3-2 FA Cup fifth-round victory

Can India Deal with Halahal In Amrit Kaal?

Can India Deal with Halahal In Amrit Kaal?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

We have our own problems for sure and they are not trivial, but for now, our economy is in not too bad a shape, our politics is as personality-driven and authoritarian as that of most countries in the world. We must make the best of what we have and not be excessively unhappy looking at the grass on the other side of the septic tank which may not be greener after all!, observes Shreekant Sambrani.

Pak to stay on terror financing 'grey list' till Feb 2021

Pak to stay on terror financing 'grey list' till Feb 2021

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Pakistan failed to fulfil six of the 27 mandates so far as a result of which the country continues to be in the grey list of the FATF.

Man City, Real Madrid stroll into Champions League quarters

Man City, Real Madrid stroll into Champions League quarters

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Manchester City marched into the quarter-finals of the Champions League

Modi should not enter turf that angels fear to tread

Modi should not enter turf that angels fear to tread

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

'Frankly, India has no role to play.' 'This is a showdown between the US and NATO on one hand and Russia on the other.' 'That said, the outcome of this titanic struggle in Central Europe will remould the world order and affect India profoundly,' argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

First 5 Rafale jets likely to be inducted by July end: IAF

First 5 Rafale jets likely to be inducted by July end: IAF

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

It said the final induction ceremony will take place in second half of August. 'The first batch of five Indian Air Force Rafale is likely to arrive in India by end of July.The aircraft will be inducted at Air Force Station Ambala on July 29 subject to weather,' the IAF said.

Pogonotrophy & the Joy of being 'Beardiful'

Pogonotrophy & the Joy of being 'Beardiful'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Will the beard continue to be in vogue once WFH wraps up? asks Sandeep Goyal.

Putin anticipates a new regime in Kyiv

Putin anticipates a new regime in Kyiv

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Putin is looking beyond the current regime in Kyiv. Of course, if the Western military assistance to Kyiv continues in any form, Washington knows that Russia will regard it as a hostile act and there will be severe consequences, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Time for Congress to get down from high horse

Time for Congress to get down from high horse

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

What we have in the Congress is a useful glue to hold a non-cultural, unified Opposition together. That is the sacrifice the Congress must be willing to live with if showing the BJP the door is what the collective Opposition wants, observes Shyam G Menon.

Rafale jets to be formally inducted into IAF today

Rafale jets to be formally inducted into IAF today

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

A galaxy of dignitaries including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly, Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar will attend the ceremony.

PIX: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool off to flying starts

PIX: Chelsea, Man Utd, Liverpool off to flying starts

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

'Contemplated travelling to Kabul airport dressed as an Afghan'

'Contemplated travelling to Kabul airport dressed as an Afghan'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

'Afghanistan is a beautiful country but has no luck as far as lasting peace is concerned'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I want to show that we are also part of this society and want to participate just as much, whether it is for security or whatever community work there.'

EPL PIX: Arsenal thrash woeful West Brom 4-0

EPL PIX: Arsenal thrash woeful West Brom 4-0

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

IMAGES from EPL matches played on Saturday.

As Work From Home Deepens...

As Work From Home Deepens...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

... Are far-reaching social changes coming with it, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.