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Israel escalates Gaza attacks as conflict enters Day 4; targets Hezbollah

Israel escalates Gaza attacks as conflict enters Day 4; targets Hezbollah

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

As per the Israeli Air Force, the fighter jets attacked a number of terrorist targets of the terrorist organization Hamas throughout the Gaza Strip. Among other things, the planes attacked a military compound and a weapons warehouse.

PIX: Mbappe 'tricks' PSG to big win; Barcelona down Atletico

PIX: Mbappe 'tricks' PSG to big win; Barcelona down Atletico

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Bayer Leverkusen beat Freiburg 3-2 to edge closer to a first ever Bundesliga title.

Beckenbauer Bayern president for fifth term

Beckenbauer Bayern president for fifth term

Rediff.com18 Nov 2006

Franz Beckenbauer was re-elected for a fifth consecutive term as Bayern Munich president on Friday, receiving 98.2 percent of the vote from 2,500 members attending the club's annual meeting.

'God is dead': Newspapers pay tribute to Maradona

'God is dead': Newspapers pay tribute to Maradona

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

British daily The Times splashed "In the hands of God" with the image of Maradona celebrating after beating West Germany in the final of the 1986 World Cup.

Scolari or Rehhagel set to make history

Scolari or Rehhagel set to make history

Rediff.com3 Jul 2004

No team coached by a foreigner has won either of the biggest prizes in international soccer - the European Championship and the World Cup - until now.

Spirit of '76 in Czech campaign

Spirit of '76 in Czech campaign

Rediff.com1 Jul 2004

Former Czechoslovakia coach Jozef Venglos says the current Czech side have many qualities of the team he helped guide to the 1976 European title.

Zidane equals Cup final goals record

Zidane equals Cup final goals record

Rediff.com10 Jul 2006

Zinedine Zidane's successful seventh minute penalty for France against Italy on Sunday meant he became the fourth player to score three goals in the history of the World Cup final.

Brazil net four with magic of yore

Brazil net four with magic of yore

Rediff.com23 Jun 2006

Brazil striker Ronaldo equalled Gerd Mueller's World Cup finals record of 14 goals, scoring twice in the 4-1 win over Japan in Group F.

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Hamas is going to be prepared. There will be booby traps and tunnels; it's going to be door to door fighting.'

Maradona's life, in pictures

Maradona's life, in pictures

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Maradona was worshipped like a god for his genius with the ball.

Evolution of the men's 100 meters world record

Evolution of the men's 100 meters world record

Rediff.com17 Aug 2008

Some of the fastest men to run the 100 metres in under ten seconds.

PHOTOS: Adrian is West Ham hero in FA Cup thriller

PHOTOS: Adrian is West Ham hero in FA Cup thriller

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Adrian fired past opposite number and Spanish compatriot Joel Robles immediately after the Everton keeper had crashed his spot kick against the crossbar as West Ham won 9-8 on penalties.

Will Ukraine war reference wreck consensus at India-hosted G20 FMs' meet too?

Will Ukraine war reference wreck consensus at India-hosted G20 FMs' meet too?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Foreign ministers of G20 major economies will meet in the national capital on March 1 and 2 to deliberate on pressing global challenges amid escalating confrontation between Russia and the West over the Ukraine conflict that entered the second year this week.

Ronaldo's main goal is the final

Ronaldo's main goal is the final

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

The 29-year-old Brazilian ace said eclipsing Gerd Mueller's mark of 14 goals was never a particular target for him.

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

History at FIFA WC! Frappart leads trio of female officials

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Frappart's achievement was met with recognition, with Costa Rica manager Luis Fernando Suarez describing it as a step forward for women in a "sexist sport".

'It's like joining G-20, but not as good'

'It's like joining G-20, but not as good'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'Many countries believe that if they join BRICS, they will be seen as emerging countries and their stature will be enhanced.' 'G-20 still has common action plans while BRICS does not do that much.'

K L Rahul Faces Jhulan Goswami

K L Rahul Faces Jhulan Goswami

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

In a 11 second clip that has gone viral on Twitter, Goswami is seen bowling a fuller ball to which Rahul plays a neat cover drive.

The extraordinary story of Italy's 1982 WC hero Rossi

The extraordinary story of Italy's 1982 WC hero Rossi

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Paolo Rossi described his performance at the 1982 World Cup, where he etched his name into football folklore, as 'personal redemption'

Independence Day: India's 5 greatest sports triumphs

Independence Day: India's 5 greatest sports triumphs

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Let's delve into the five most notable sporting accomplishments that India has achieved post August 15, 1947.

China 'welcomes' India-Europe corridor so long as it doesn't...

China 'welcomes' India-Europe corridor so long as it doesn't...

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

China welcomes all initiatives that truly help developing countries build infrastructure and sincere efforts to promote connectivity and common development, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.

Ahead of talks, Jaishankar hosts reception for visiting ministers

Ahead of talks, Jaishankar hosts reception for visiting ministers

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

A day ahead of a crucial G20 meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday evening hosted a welcome dinner for the foreign ministers attending the deliberations but the reception was missed by his counterparts from the US, China, Germany and France.

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

G20 Summit: The biggest challenge India faces is...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The biggest question looming over the summit is whether there will be a joint leaders' declaration in view of the sharp differences between the West and the Russia-China combine on the text to describe the Ukraine conflict in the document.

PHOTOS: France overpower Croatia to win second World Cup

PHOTOS: France overpower Croatia to win second World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

France overwhelmed Croatia 4-2 in the World Cup final at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium on Sunday to lift the trophy for the second time in 20 years.

Bayern boss Hoeness gets three-and-a-half years' jail for tax evasion

Bayern boss Hoeness gets three-and-a-half years' jail for tax evasion

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

A German court convicted Uli Hoeness of tax evasion on Thursday and sentenced the soccer manager who turned Bayern Munich into one of the world's most successful clubs to three-and-a-half years in jail.

Germany calls in British ambassador over spy allegations

Germany calls in British ambassador over spy allegations

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Germany's foreign ministry has called in British Ambassador Simon MacDonald to demand an explanation over allegations that his mission in Berlin is operating a "secret listening post" to spy on the German government.

Pele brings sporting stars together for charity auction

Pele brings sporting stars together for charity auction

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

The Brazilian, the only player to claim three World Cup winner's medals and a man often called the greatest footballer of all time, said all monies raised will help Brazil's fight against and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dustin Brown, who?

Dustin Brown, who?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Dustin Brown stole the show at Wimbledon with a sensational upset win over Rafael Nadal. Find out more about this German journeyman...

We Won't See These Guys in Doha

We Won't See These Guys in Doha

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Players who have been ruled out or are doubtful for the 2022 World Cup.

Pakistan lose to Ireland; out of Rio Olympic race

Pakistan lose to Ireland; out of Rio Olympic race

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Pakistan men's team slumped to a new low as it failed to qualify for next year's Rio Olympics.

Who Can Dethrone The US Dollar?

Who Can Dethrone The US Dollar?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Policymakers should aspire to restore the pre-Independence environment where the rupee was trusted and used all over South Asia, in Southeast Asia, in West Asia, and in East Africa, suggests Ajay Shah.

EPL PHOTOS: West Ham dent Leicester's title challenge; Liverpool beat Bournemouth

EPL PHOTOS: West Ham dent Leicester's title challenge; Liverpool beat Bournemouth

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

Leicester City stumbled on their march towards the Premier League title when they drew 2-2 with West Ham United and had goalscorer Jamie Vardy sent off at the King Power Stadium on Sunday.

'China did not get its way'

'China did not get its way'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'There's no pro-China tilt in BRICS.' 'All these countries want to be close to China, but they are all good friends of India also.'

Exports saw sharp fall on decline in US and UAE share

Exports saw sharp fall on decline in US and UAE share

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Exports to India's key markets - the US, the United Arab Emirates, China, Singapore, Bangladesh and Germany - witnessed a sharp decline, resulting in a 12.69 per cent contraction in outbound shipments during the first month of the current financial year, commerce department data showed. India's biggest export market - the US - with 17 per cent share witnessed 17.16 per cent contraction at $5.9 billion in April. This was followed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that saw 22.09 per cent decline at $2.23 billion exports.

'Putin is playing Russian roulette'

'Putin is playing Russian roulette'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

'There is a cost to war.' 'The West knows that and so does Putin.' 'The point is, how much of the cost are both sides willing to pay?'

No sponsors, no problem: How Gukesh funded his chess dreams

No sponsors, no problem: How Gukesh funded his chess dreams

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Gukesh aims to keep improving after becoming India No 1 without sponsorship support

'India has not blinked'

'India has not blinked'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'The world is watching carefully. The choices India makes today have consequences beyond its borders.'

Goalkeepers shine under the bar at Women's World Cup

Goalkeepers shine under the bar at Women's World Cup

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

'Four years ago, there were goalkeepers that could not deal with the ball just under the bar and now we've got a whole generation of very athletic goalkeepers, who don't let in that kind of ball.'

Bayern boss Hoeness charged with tax evasion: court

Bayern boss Hoeness charged with tax evasion: court

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness was charged with tax evasion on Tuesday after months of investigations into the high-profile affair were concluded, a Munich court said.