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4 Army, IAF officers among 11 others killed in chopper crash

4 Army, IAF officers among 11 others killed in chopper crash

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The IAF said that Gen Rawat, his wife and 11 other persons died in accident.

2nd Test: Brook, Root hammer New Zealand on Day 1

2nd Test: Brook, Root hammer New Zealand on Day 1

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Brook has now scored four centuries in his past five Tests

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'...and then get scaled down somewhat.' 'It will be difficult for any side to occupy meaningful territories, maybe just a bit here and there, and the destruction may vary on either side.'

IAF crash: Village gets ready to bid farewell to Squadron Leader

IAF crash: Village gets ready to bid farewell to Squadron Leader

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Singh's last rites will be conducted at the Mahatma Gandhi Government School ground in his Ghardana Khurd village and thousands are expected to gather to bid him farewell.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A much-changed Sweden side reached the Women's World Cup last 16 with a perfect record

As Hooghly simmers, Mamata appeals to 'Hindu brothers' to protect minorities

As Hooghly simmers, Mamata appeals to 'Hindu brothers' to protect minorities

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday appealed for peace and asked "Hindu brothers" to ensure that minorities are protected, as prohibitory orders remained in force after post-Ram Navami violence in two towns of the densely populate Hooghly district.

Shubman Gill feels closed roof stadiums have potential

Shubman Gill feels closed roof stadiums have potential

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

While there are calls for changing the template of India's ODI batting, the Punjab youngster doesn't feel that 400 or 450 runs per innings would be an everyday phenomenon in coming times.

WC: Australia survive Bangladesh scare, finish on top

WC: Australia survive Bangladesh scare, finish on top

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Meg Lanning's 30th birthday did not come with a present from her opponents as she was clean-bowled for a duck by a peach of a delivery from Salma, only the fourth time the Australian captain has failed to trouble the scorers in 98 ODIs.

FC overpower Jamshedpur to bag full points at home

FC overpower Jamshedpur to bag full points at home

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

FC Goa were off to a flyer as Guarrotxena scored after just two minutes. Brandon Fernandes played a short corner to Edu Bedia on the right flank. The Spaniard whipped a cross in as the ball missed a cheeky flick from Redeem Tlang before finding Guarrotxena, whose decisive tap-in put the Gaurs ahead.

Women's WC: England rout Pakistan; SA seal semis spot

Women's WC: England rout Pakistan; SA seal semis spot

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

England were back to their blistering best as they defeated Pakistan by nine wickets to put themselves in a good position to qualify for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2022 semi-finals.

Queen At Buckingham Palace One Last Time

Queen At Buckingham Palace One Last Time

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

On Tuesday night, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II stayed at Buckingham Palace in London, where she lived almost all her life, for one last time.

Is this New Zealand player named after Rahul and Sachin?

Is this New Zealand player named after Rahul and Sachin?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Young New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra on Thursday said he was clueless if his name had any link with Rahul Dravid but he hopes to pick the brains of the India chief coach during the ongoing three-match T20I series in India.

New Zealand tour is about role clarity for new guys: Hardik

New Zealand tour is about role clarity for new guys: Hardik

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

India captain Hardik Pandya on Friday said the limited-overs tour of New Zealand is all about role clarity and opportunities for new players in the team.

Stalin, others pay tribute to Gen Rawat

Stalin, others pay tribute to Gen Rawat

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

People pay their respects to the chief of defence staff and the 13 others who died in Wednesday's helicopter crash near Coonoor.

Last rites of Gen Rawat, wife to be performed on Friday

Last rites of Gen Rawat, wife to be performed on Friday

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Their mortal remains are expected to arrive in the national capital in a military plane by Thursday evening, the sources said.

PIX: Root shines before New Zealand collapse on Day 2

PIX: Root shines before New Zealand collapse on Day 2

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

An unbeaten Joe Root century and a bowling masterclass by James Anderson put England in complete control of the second Test on Saturday.

Rawat chopper crash: Tri-service probe finds no sabotage or snag

Rawat chopper crash: Tri-service probe finds no sabotage or snag

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari and Air Marshal Manvendra Singh who headed the tri-service investigation into the crash apprised Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on the findings of the probe on Wednesday.

RCB sign NZ keeper as Philippe's replacement for IPL

RCB sign NZ keeper as Philippe's replacement for IPL

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

RCB play Mumbai Indians in the IPL's opener on April 9.

PIX: Guptill powers New Zealand to T20 series win vs Aus

PIX: Guptill powers New Zealand to T20 series win vs Aus

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

Martin Guptill smashed a quickfire half-century as New Zealand cruised to a seven-wicket victory over Australia at Wellington Stadium on Sunday in the fifth Twenty20 international and secure a 3-2 series win.

Finch stars as Australia levels T20 series with New Zealand

Finch stars as Australia levels T20 series with New Zealand

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Aaron Finch scored 79 from 55 balls to propel Australia to a 50-run win over New Zealand in the fourth Twenty20 and level the five-match series 2-2

An Indian Amazon Adventure

An Indian Amazon Adventure

Rediff.com8 May 2023

An Indian family, the Pandays, spend a few days on the Nepo river.

Kane Williamson has no plans to quit any format

Kane Williamson has no plans to quit any format

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Kane Williamson wants to continue in all formats despite yet another World Cup debacle

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Spain and Japan have six points and will play each other on Monday for top spot in the group

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice as former champions Japan put on a counter-attacking clinic to beat Spain 4-0 and lock up top spot in Group C at the Women's World Cup on Monday.

Was this the turning point of Anderson's career?

Was this the turning point of Anderson's career?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

James Anderson's ascension to the pantheon of Test bowlers when he claimed his 600th wicket on Tuesday can possibly be traced back to a prediction that current New Zealand selector Gavin Larsen made in 2008.

KL Rahul to lead Team India in Zimbabwe

KL Rahul to lead Team India in Zimbabwe

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

BCCI Medical Team has assessed KL Rahul and cleared him to play in the upcoming three-match ODI series in Zimbabwe.

NZ drop Taylor for Pakistan T20 series

NZ drop Taylor for Pakistan T20 series

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

Veteran New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor has been dropped for the Twenty20 series against Pakistan, while Kane Williamson and Trent Boult have been recalled after they were rested for last month's series against West Indies.

2nd Test: Nicholls ton spurs Kiwi fightback vs WI

2nd Test: Nicholls ton spurs Kiwi fightback vs WI

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The 29-year-old left-hander was on 117 with Kyle Jamieson on one at stumps at the Basin Reserve.

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Cricket: CA under fire over Smith's BBL absence

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

Netherlands' Kingma gets four-match suspension for ball-tampering.

Playing attacking cricket is Hardik's game plan

Playing attacking cricket is Hardik's game plan

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

"Really happy with the way things went till now, would have loved to have a full game here and as Siraj said the weather is not in our hands," he said.

CDS chopper crash: Rajnath to brief Parl, IAF chief visits spot

CDS chopper crash: Rajnath to brief Parl, IAF chief visits spot

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

The defence ministry in an official statement has informed that the minister will give a statement in Rajya Sabha at 11.30 am and in Lok Sabha at 12.15 pm.

ICC Women's WC: Australia romp past WI to enter final

ICC Women's WC: Australia romp past WI to enter final

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Healy continued her fine performance with a direct hit to run out Chedean Nation and, with Mohammed and Chinelle Henry unable to bat because of injury and illness, West Indies were dismissed for 148 in 37 overs.

Gen Rawat's chopper crashed minutes before reaching destination

Gen Rawat's chopper crashed minutes before reaching destination

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The chopper took off at 11.48 am from the Sulur Air Base and was reported to be missing at around 12.22 pm, sources informed.

Sodhi has no qualms about packed schedule

Sodhi has no qualms about packed schedule

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

'As a cricketer, in the last few years, we lost out on a few games which we could have potentially played. Yes, if we could sneak in a few matches, it would be great.'

Ankle injury could keep Ishant out of 2nd Test

Ankle injury could keep Ishant out of 2nd Test

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

The Indian team's worries ahead of the second Test against New Zealand increased after senior-most pacer Ishant Sharma skipped Friday's practice session due to pain in his right ankle, making him a doubtful starter for the game.

'New Zealand outplayed India in all departments'

'New Zealand outplayed India in all departments'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

After New Zealand thrashed India by ten wickets in the first Test in Wellington on Monday, former cricketer VVS Laxman said the visitors were outplayed in all departments. This was New Zealand's 100th Test match win, while on the other hand World No 1 India suffered their first defeat in the ICC World Test Championship.

Black box of Gen Rawat's chopper retrieved

Black box of Gen Rawat's chopper retrieved

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Official sources said the black box was retrieved in the wake of authorities expanding the search area from 300 metres to 1 km from the accident spot.

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Rohit Sharma posted the Star Sports campaign video #HamaraBlueBandhan on his Instagram Reels.

Wellington T20I: England smash New Zealand, win series 2-1

Wellington T20I: England smash New Zealand, win series 2-1

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

England's opening batsmen Alex Hales and Michael Lumb made a mockery of the New Zealand bowling attack to guide the visitors to a 10-wicket win in their third Twenty20 international and a 2-1 series victory on Friday.