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SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Mark Boucher admitted the SA20 could be organised in the cricket-crazy Asian nation in the near future.

Aid for Maldives cut, Bhutan gets largest share from MEA pie

Aid for Maldives cut, Bhutan gets largest share from MEA pie

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

In line with India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy, the largest share of aid portfolio has been granted to Bhutan with the allocation of Rs 2,068 crore.

African Swine Flu detected in India; 2,500 pigs dead in Assam

African Swine Flu detected in India; 2,500 pigs dead in Assam

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Despite a go-ahead from the Centre, the state government will not resort to culling of the pigs immediately and will adopt an alternate mechanism to prevent the spread of the highly contagious disease, Assam Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Minister Atul Bora said at a press conference.

Yaya Toure named African Footballer of the Year

Yaya Toure named African Footballer of the Year

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Ivory Coast and Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure was named African Footballer of the Year on Thursday.

Join Ajit, Shinde instead of...: Modi to Pawar, Uddhav

Join Ajit, Shinde instead of...: Modi to Pawar, Uddhav

Rediff.com10 May 2024

"The nakli Shiv Sena wants to bury me alive. They abuse me in such a way that it will be liked by their favourite vote bank," Modi said.

Make plans to evacuate Indians from Sudan, orders Modi

Make plans to evacuate Indians from Sudan, orders Modi

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

According to an official statement, Modi, at a high-level meeting, instructed relevant officials to remain vigilant, closely monitor developments in Sudan and evaluate safety of Indian nationals there.

Rabada joins elite club with 500 international wickets

Rabada joins elite club with 500 international wickets

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Accumulating 500 wickets in 218 international appearances, Rabada maintains an average of 24.79

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

South Africans 'celebrate' Mandela's triumph in passing

South Africans 'celebrate' Mandela's triumph in passing

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Just as Nelson Mandela united South Africans of all races in life, his death is bringing them together to celebrate his exemplary journey and achievements rather than grieving over his passing.

Arjun Rampal is dating this South African model

Arjun Rampal is dating this South African model

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Gabriella Demetriades was ranked sixth among FHM magazine's 100 sexiest women in the world.

IPL: 'Impact Player has made a big difference'

IPL: 'Impact Player has made a big difference'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Former India coach Ravi Shastri and senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin have backed the Impact Player rule, stating that it leads to more close finishes.

India to train African cotton traders

India to train African cotton traders

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

India is all set to train a large number of cotton traders from African countries from Tuesday.

FIFA WC: Who was behind the Saudi half-time resurgence?

FIFA WC: Who was behind the Saudi half-time resurgence?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

"We had a crazy coach who gave us instructions and motivated us strongly during halftime," Saudi Arabia midfielder Abdel-Ilah al-Maliki told Al-Kass TV station after the win over Argentina.

Operation Kaveri: 534 Indians evacuated from Sudan so far

Operation Kaveri: 534 Indians evacuated from Sudan so far

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Under its evacuation mission 'Operation Kaveri ', India has set up a transit facility at Jeddah and all the Indians have been taken to the Saudi Arabian city after their evacuation from Sudan.

Mentioning Ukraine at G20 opening, Modi calls for mending fences

Mentioning Ukraine at G20 opening, Modi calls for mending fences

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

In his opening remarks at the G20 Leaders' Summit at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Modi said the 21st century is a time of giving new direction to the world.

Cricket was my backup to academics: Burger

Cricket was my backup to academics: Burger

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'I'd always played cricket in the backyard with friends and parents, but wouldn't say I ever had the desire to be a professional.'

India's top guns aim to fire in decisive 3rd ODI vs SA

India's top guns aim to fire in decisive 3rd ODI vs SA

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

India's solitary ODI series win in the Rainbow nation occurred in 2018, emphasising the need for a strong beginning from Ruturaj Gaikwad and B Sai Sudharsan.

South African teams must include at least one black player

South African teams must include at least one black player

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

All South African first class teams must include at least one black African player from October 16, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced on Sunday.

How Tendulkar aced SA conditions

How Tendulkar aced SA conditions

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Ahead of the 2nd and final Test in Cape Town, Donald has a pro-tip for the visiting team batters.

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

WOW Moments From Paris Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

With the athletes bidding goodbye to Paris after another bone-tingling edition of the Olympics, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com, shares some interesting nuggets that made the Paris Olympics an event to remember!

Olympian Blake bats for de Villiers' return to SA team

Olympian Blake bats for de Villiers' return to SA team

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

On Sunday, after leading the Royal Challengers Bangalore to victory over the Kolkata Knight Riders. De Villiers said he was looking to make a comeback to international cricket ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Pistorius released 11 years after murdering girlfriend

Pistorius released 11 years after murdering girlfriend

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius is set to be released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation long inured to violence against women.

Gupta family was 'ensconced' in state capture: SA President Ramaphosa

Gupta family was 'ensconced' in state capture: SA President Ramaphosa

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has conceded for the first time that divisions within the ruling African National Congress prevented appropriate action against the influential Gupta family from India for their alleged involvement in massive state capture.

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

T20 WC: USA eye upset; India aim to seal Super 8 spot

T20 WC: USA eye upset; India aim to seal Super 8 spot

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Rohit & Co. eye better batting show against USA

Cameroon's most BIZARRE and HORRENDOUS football kits!

Cameroon's most BIZARRE and HORRENDOUS football kits!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

We watch the African Cup of Nations for the football, but we also look out for the funny hairstyles, fashion and most importantly, the kits.

Tendulkar's 'Wild' Outing At Masai Mara

Tendulkar's 'Wild' Outing At Masai Mara

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

Sachin clicked some stunning pictures of the animals during the wildlife safari.

Diageo to buy Mallya's remaining 50% stake in African firm

Diageo to buy Mallya's remaining 50% stake in African firm

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Diageo on Thursday took full control of South African beer maker United National Breweries.

Presence of BA.4, BA.5 Omicron sub-variants confirmed in India

Presence of BA.4, BA.5 Omicron sub-variants confirmed in India

Rediff.com22 May 2022

BA.4 and BA.5 are sub-variants of the highly-transmissible Omicron variant of the virus.

How South African media reacted after ball tampering scandal

How South African media reacted after ball tampering scandal

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

A bemused, if almost ambivalent reaction, has come from South Africa in contrast to the angry backlash in Australia to their cricket team's admission of cheating in a Test match between the sides at Newlands on Saturday.

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Thursday refused to debate with his Democratic rival and Vice President Kamala Harris until the Democrats formally decide on their nominee, whereas the latter said that she is ready for a debate.

Who's Sitting Behind Modi?

Who's Sitting Behind Modi?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

As Modi spoke, two Cabinet ministers sat behind him as did senior diplomats and civil servants. National Security Adviser Ajit K Doval -- a regular attendee alongside Modi at such international gatherings -- was intriguingly seated behind the Cabinet ministers and the PM's principal secretary.

BRICS to admit 6 new countries from Jan 1, 2024

BRICS to admit 6 new countries from Jan 1, 2024

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have been invited to join the grouping.

South African dream turns to despondency

South African dream turns to despondency

Rediff.com17 Jun 2010

The vuvuzelas finally died down and South Africa's elation turned to despondency after a disastrous defeat by Uruguay.

IPL Auction: Harshal, Shardul in top base price bracket

IPL Auction: Harshal, Shardul in top base price bracket

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Seamers Harshal Patel and Shardul Thakur along with veteran pacer Umesh Yadav are the three Indian capped players who are in the highest base price bracket of Rs 2 crore.

India may import next batch of cheetahs from new countries

India may import next batch of cheetahs from new countries

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Some of the countries where cheetahs are still found, though in smaller numbers, include Algeria, Egypt, Niger, and Mali.

How The Cheetahs Were Sent To India

How The Cheetahs Were Sent To India

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

How did the South African cheetahs make their way to India?

India hosts grand G20 Summit: What's on agenda

India hosts grand G20 Summit: What's on agenda

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The summit is being attended by more than 30 heads of state and top officials from the European Union and invited guest countries and 14 heads of international organisations.

FIFA WC: Super-sub Depay to Dutch rescue

FIFA WC: Super-sub Depay to Dutch rescue

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Van Gaal was joined at the news conference by man of the match Gakpo, who was happy to shoulder some of the creative burden caused by Depay's absence by making the most of seeing Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy coming off his line.