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World Athletics: Bolt, Mo Farah set the tracks on fire in Beijing

World Athletics: Bolt, Mo Farah set the tracks on fire in Beijing

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

Britain's Mo Farah stormed to victory in the 5,000 metres on Saturday to secure an unprecedented third successive distance double at major global championships.

Anderson has set the bar like Tendulkar: McGrath

Anderson has set the bar like Tendulkar: McGrath

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

England seamer James Anderson has raised the bar for fast bowlers around the world, much like India great Sachin Tendulkar did for batsmen, former Australia paceman Glenn McGrath said.

Fielding could be one of India's major weapon vs Pakistan

Fielding could be one of India's major weapon vs Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The only improvement India's fielding coach R Sridhar has targeted is greater accuracy with direct throws.

Indian Open snooker postponed due to Kerala floods

Indian Open snooker postponed due to Kerala floods

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

The event was scheduled to be held in Kochi from September 18-22 but the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) said they would explore alternative dates.

'Today, I feel like I am born again'

'Today, I feel like I am born again'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

'When Arnab Goswami announced on TV, it's over, it's done, dad patted me with love and said congrats.' 'I broke down' Nakshatra Bagwe, a 'proud gay' film-maker and activist from Mumbai, tells Rediff.com's Divya Nair.

Ramos surprised at lack of offer from Real Madrid after tearful farewell

Ramos surprised at lack of offer from Real Madrid after tearful farewell

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Ramos acknowledged 'there were some calls' when he entered the final six months of his contract but stressed 'leaving Real Madrid was never on my mind'.

'India forgot about game': Elgar on DRS outburst

'India forgot about game': Elgar on DRS outburst

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Dean Elgar feels the SA batters got a 'window period' to go after the target in the 3rd Test following India's on-field outburst on the DRS call

'Why didn't Dilip Kumar get the Bharat Ratna?'

'Why didn't Dilip Kumar get the Bharat Ratna?'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'I am sure he will get it now.' 'In our country, we value our most valuable people after they are gone.'

'I was happy I could spend so much time with my family'

'I was happy I could spend so much time with my family'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

'I have a global travel job and this was the perfect time to bond more with family,' says Amit Chakravarti, from Bengaluru.

Why Shibani Is Crazy About Sneakers

Why Shibani Is Crazy About Sneakers

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

How Shibani Bhagat plans to rewrite the rules of the Indian sneaker business.

COVID Hero: He Feeds the Hungry

COVID Hero: He Feeds the Hungry

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

N Kalyanasundaram started saving up last year so that he could feed the hungry during the second COVID lockdown.

Beware No Sex Marriages!

Beware No Sex Marriages!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

'I've lost count of the number of times I've said no to sex, because I am tired, and how it has led to air punches, banging of doors, muffled expletives by the other half.' 'With time, we've learned to talk it out and have an arrangement that I'd like to believe works for both of us,' notes Radha Yadav, our newest columnist.

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'Good friends are those who advise whether something is palatable for you or not.' 'Good friends are those who are not afraid of telling the truth.'

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

India Must Be Proud Of Akumjung Pongen

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Akumjung Pongen, the first Rhodes scholar from Nagaland, shares his inspiring journey.

Why Swann wants Leach to be 'boring' in India

Why Swann wants Leach to be 'boring' in India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Former England spinner Graeme Swann wants left-arm spinner Jack Leach to bowl a "boring" line and length to be successful in four-Test series against Virat Kohli's men.

Split coaching is the way to go in India: Lehmann

Split coaching is the way to go in India: Lehmann

Rediff.com27 May 2020

The 50-year-old Lehmann suggested dividing responsibilities on the basis of formats.

7 Indian food faves that aren't Indian

7 Indian food faves that aren't Indian

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Did you know that samosas, idlis and coffee are not originally from India?

This ex-army officer has a life lesson to share

This ex-army officer has a life lesson to share

Rediff.com10 May 2019

We asked you, dear readers to share your life lesson. This is what Col Virendra Kumar shared.

Will Messi get into coaching post retirement?

Will Messi get into coaching post retirement?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Koeman grateful for Messi support in transitional season for Barca.

'There's no actor with a 100% track record'

'There's no actor with a 100% track record'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

'I was getting paid great money.' 'I was a part of some wonderful films, which I loved making, but I was becoming very complacent with my approach to my work.' 'And I did not want that.'

Jallikattu In Covid Times

Jallikattu In Covid Times

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Despite severe restrictions imposed on the number of bulls, bull-tamers and spectators thanks to the pandemic, Jallikattu organisers are hopeful of the show going on this Pongal.

The similarities in Iyer and Pant's captaincy...

The similarities in Iyer and Pant's captaincy...

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Delhi Capitals' bowling coach James Hopes also said that Iyer's return has allowed the franchise to play an ideal line-up.

The TOP HIGHLIGHTS: Oscars honours Irrfan

The TOP HIGHLIGHTS: Oscars honours Irrfan

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

In a special segment called In Memoriam, Irrfan Khan and Oscar-winning costume designer Bhanu Athiya were remembered alongside many Hollywood actors and filmmakers including Chadwick Boseman, Ian Holl, Sean Connery and Max von Sydow.

From Shy Kid To Rhodes Scholar: Ritika Mukherji's Journey

From Shy Kid To Rhodes Scholar: Ritika Mukherji's Journey

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

It's not every day that an undergraduate from India wins a scholarship to study at one of the prestigious universities in the world.

PGA Championship: Indian golfer Lahiri in record books on Independence Day

PGA Championship: Indian golfer Lahiri in record books on Independence Day

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

India golfer Anirban Lahiri is making the country proud and on India's 68th Independence Day, he gave his countrymen a couple of big reasons to be proud.

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

'At the current time, we should be vaccinating all those who are potentially going to get more severe illness, before we start vaccinating very young individuals.'

'Kriti is not an airhead'

'Kriti is not an airhead'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

'Kriti Sanon is an educated, well-read, articulate actress.'

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

'There is so much division in the country. People are getting more and more into 'Main Hindu hoon woh Mussalmaan hai'.' 'This climate of suspicion and hostility must stop,' The Legend, 92 today, tells Subhash K Jha in an exclusive interview.

How I turned my internship into a full time job

How I turned my internship into a full time job

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Madhu shares the key lessons she learned from her first internship at Micron's Global Development Center in Hyderabad.

After racking up the records, Morgan stays modest

After racking up the records, Morgan stays modest

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

'It's weird. Like I mentioned, along with the innings, it's something I never thought I'd do. It's a nice place to be'

Using saliva won't pose any risk, says Pollock

Using saliva won't pose any risk, says Pollock

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

The ICC Cricket Committee recently recommended a ban on the use of saliva to shine the ball but allowed sweat as an interim measure to counter the coronavirus threat.

Djokovic bamboozles Khachanov with drop shots in Dubai

Djokovic bamboozles Khachanov with drop shots in Dubai

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Novak Djokovic used a dizzying array of drop shots to make short work of Karen Khachanov at the Dubai Open on Thursday, reaching the semi-finals with a dominant 6-2, 6-2 win over the Russian seventh seed.

'Nehru profoundly misunderstood how important religion was in the lives of the people'

'Nehru profoundly misunderstood how important religion was in the lives of the people'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'Nehru's inability to take religion seriously as a category led to serious errors of judgement in his dealings with the Muslim League, and later, also with the Hindu right.'

Warne reveals little-known secrets for taking Kohli's wicket

Warne reveals little-known secrets for taking Kohli's wicket

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

Warne plotted Kohli's dismissal if he were to actually bowl to him.

EPL: Big game weekend as City face Liverpool in crunch tie

EPL: Big game weekend as City face Liverpool in crunch tie

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Ronaldo back for Man Utd but injured Shaw faces weeks out

Aus Open PIX: Murray wins thriller; Kvitova bows out

Aus Open PIX: Murray wins thriller; Kvitova bows out

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

Images from Day 2 of the 2022 Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

The Brave New World of Dating Apps

The Brave New World of Dating Apps

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

'Find a great date, or great dates for the rest of your lives, or maybe a great friendship.'

'Big Bird' Garner backs Windies to go all the way

'Big Bird' Garner backs Windies to go all the way

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Former West Indies fast bowler Joel Garner said the current side stand a decent chance of winning the Cricket World Cup - 40 years since he helped them last lift the trophy with a record five-wicket haul in the final.

We control the final Test if we win this one: Archer

We control the final Test if we win this one: Archer

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

The series, tied at 1-1, has added significance with both teams in the hunt for a spot in the World Test Championship final.

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

'You don't choose Konkona, she chooses you'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Ajay Devgn is perfect to slip into Idris Elba's shoes.' 'Taapsee can play any role under the sun.'