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Safety, mission integrity top priority, says ISRO amid Axiom-4 delay

Safety, mission integrity top priority, says ISRO amid Axiom-4 delay

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Meanwhile, Musk said some parts of the ISS were "simply getting too old and obviously that risk grows over time."

Big Upset! USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup

Big Upset! USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

USA caused the biggest upset of the T20 World Cup when they shocked former champions Pakistan via the Super Over.

India set for world's first archery league

India set for world's first archery league

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Indian Archery League set for October launch; Lee gets SAI approval as India coach

Wimbledon: Osaka overcomes spirited Gibson to advance

Wimbledon: Osaka overcomes spirited Gibson to advance

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Pain free Vondrousova getting old magic back on grass

Exports fall 2.17% in May; trade deficit narrows

Exports fall 2.17% in May; trade deficit narrows

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

After registering a positive growth for two months, India's exports slipped into negative territory again, contracting 2.17 per cent year-on-year to $38.73 billion in May due to a fall in global petroleum prices, while trade deficit narrowed at $21.88 billion during the month.

How To Apply For A 50% Engineering Scholarship

How To Apply For A 50% Engineering Scholarship

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The D K Bhave Scholarship 2025 covers a maximum of 50 per cent of the total estimated first-year cost for a master's degree programme in engineering.

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Erigaisi, overtakes Carlsen

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Erigaisi, overtakes Carlsen

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Reigning world champion D Gukesh continued to turn adversity into opportunity as he wriggled out of a virtually intractable position to beat compatriot Arjun Erigaisi for the first time ever in a classical game and jump to sole second position after round 7 of the Norway Chess.

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at Al-Nassr exit

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at Al-Nassr exit

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo scored, but Al Nassr lost what could be his last-ever game for the club by 3-2 to Al Fateh on Monday in the Saudi Pro League. Following the match, the football icon hinted at an exit from the Saudi club, which he joined from Manchester United in 2023.

Praggnanandhaa wins Superbet Classic after tense tie-break

Praggnanandhaa wins Superbet Classic after tense tie-break

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa won the Superbet Chess Classic after defeating Maxime Vachier-Lagrave with white pieces in the final Blitz play-off game on Friday.

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Norway Chess: Nakamura halts Gukesh's run; Humpy wins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Gukesh suffers crushing loss against Nakamura, Erigaisi wins in Norway Chess

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Caruana in thriller, Erigaisi loses to Carlsen

Norway Chess: Gukesh beats Caruana in thriller, Erigaisi loses to Carlsen

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'Most of my birthdays I end up losing the game, so glad it did not repeat in the classical. When I was playing, I felt fine, but when I was losing, I was like, 'ok, not again'.

Chess: Gukesh stunned in Superbet Classic

Chess: Gukesh stunned in Superbet Classic

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Gukesh is currently sharing the 8th spot on 1.5 points along with Abdusattorov and Duda.

USA expecting to get more T20I tours

USA expecting to get more T20I tours

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

Facing England in Barbados holds special significance for Jones, whose parents hail from the Caribbean island nation

Shuks To Fly To ISS On June 19

Shuks To Fly To ISS On June 19

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

The rocket flight was aborted in order to plug the liquid oxygen leak identified during post-static fire Falcon 9 rocket inspections.

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'They are not a full-member (of the ICC) but being the Olympic hosts, the US naturally have a claim to be there, which makes it such a tough decision.'

USA seal historic T20I series win over Bangladesh

USA seal historic T20I series win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Twice in two games, cricketing upstarts USA stunned Bangladesh again

Norway Chess: Carlsen outwits World champion Gukesh in a thriller

Norway Chess: Carlsen outwits World champion Gukesh in a thriller

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Five-time World champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway got the better of D Gukesh in the opening round of Norway Chess.

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Will The USA Dance To Trump Tonight?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Glimpses of Republican presidential nominee Donald J Trump's final campaign rally at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, November 4, 2024.

All Eyes On India For Miss World 2025

All Eyes On India For Miss World 2025

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Over the coming weeks, the contestants will explore Telangana's heritage, artistry and innovation through curated events, cultural showcases and purpose-led presentations. culminating in the Miss World grand finale on May 31 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre.

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: Erigaisi loses to Nepomniachtchi

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: Erigaisi loses to Nepomniachtchi

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

World number four Arjun Erigaisi was outplayed by Ian Nepomniachtchi in the opening game of the 5-9 place tiebreaker at the ongoing Freestyle Chess Grand Slam.

PIO's progress: Chennai-born appointed provost of MIT

PIO's progress: Chennai-born appointed provost of MIT

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Prof Anantha Chandrakasan has been named Massachusetts Institute of Technology's new provost, the first Indian-American to serve in this leadership role.

After sealing Super Eight spot, USA qualify for 2026 T20 WC

After sealing Super Eight spot, USA qualify for 2026 T20 WC

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'Not only for us right now in the moment but I think we will qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup as well so I think it is a big thing for us and not only for us but for the fans around America as well.'

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

South Africa will have no room for error as their world-class batters will be keen to flex their muscles against a spirited USA in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup.

'No pressure on us': Patel reveals USA's plan to upset Pak

'No pressure on us': Patel reveals USA's plan to upset Pak

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Patel made a composed 50 as co-hosts USA shocked 2009 champions Pakistan via Super Over on Thursday.

1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Palm Springs Fire Chief Paul Alvarado confirmed that the explosion was intentional, with the blast damaging multiple buildings across several blocks.

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The awareness that we're bringing in more elite cricket to the USA is something that's been a strategic priority for us.'

Opposition coach saves irate Messi from seeing red

Opposition coach saves irate Messi from seeing red

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'I just tried to move him out of the way, because for him to get a red card at the end of the game would have been ridiculous.'

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday is cruising towards winning the race for the White House in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history by almost defeating his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in an election that virtually divided the country into two camps.

US To Indian Students: You Can Lose Your Visa If...

US To Indian Students: You Can Lose Your Visa If...

Rediff.com27 May 2025

'Violating the terms of your student visa can result in revocation, deportation and even long-term ineligibility for future US visas,' says the US embassy in India.

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of 2025 Wimbledon Championships played at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Monday.

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Israel-Iran: What Are Trump's Options?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Trump has a major decision to take in coming days -- specifically, how to rescue Israel from the attritional war that lies ahead, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Sitharaman cuts short US-Peru visit after J-K terror attack

Sitharaman cuts short US-Peru visit after J-K terror attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is cutting short her official visit to the US and Peru and will depart for India at the earliest, following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Sitharaman arrived in the US on Sunday for a six-day visit, after which she was scheduled to travel to Peru for a five-day trip. The decision comes after 26 people were killed in a terror attack near Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday.

Govt names Narender Mann as prosecutor in Rana case

Govt names Narender Mann as prosecutor in Rana case

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The central government has appointed advocate Narender Mann as special public prosecutor to conduct trials and other matters related to the National Investigation Agency case RC-04/2009/NIA/DLI against Tahawwur Hussain Rana and David Coleman Headley, who is in a US prison following a plea deal.

Meet the 21-YO Archer Who Took Down Olympic Legends

Meet the 21-YO Archer Who Took Down Olympic Legends

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The Shanghai Archery World Cup last month marked the emergence of Parth Salunkhe, and the 21-year-old former youth world champion will look to shine again

T20 WC: Legends retire, USA shock Pak, Afghans make history

T20 WC: Legends retire, USA shock Pak, Afghans make history

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

USA's sparkling debut, Afghan bravehearts' dream run and India's brilliance

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'We are Indians irrespective whether we are Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayali or Tamilian.' 'I am the best example of this integration.'

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar is in position for another fine finish as she carded a fine 2-under 70 to be placed tied ninth at the Dutch Ladies Open in Hilversum (the Netherlands).

PIX: Draper halts home favourite Monfils in late night thriller

PIX: Draper halts home favourite Monfils in late night thriller

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The free-swinging Monfils broke Draper's serve in the fourth set as the clock moved past 11pm local time and saved five break points in an epic seventh game to move 5-2 ahead.

Sudhir Ghosh: The MP Who Foresaw Quad

Sudhir Ghosh: The MP Who Foresaw Quad

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

After the 1962 War with China, there was a demand to forge greater defence cooperation between India and the West. One such voice was that of Sudhir Ghosh, a distinguished MP, to tie up strategic cooperation with the USA immediately after the Chinese attack on India, recalls Rup Narayan Das.

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The Eiffel Tower was opened to the public today, May 6 in 1889, during the Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) held in Paris to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.