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Ibrahimovic magic helps Inter beat Bologna

Ibrahimovic magic helps Inter beat Bologna

Rediff.com5 Oct 2008

A fabulous backheel from Zlatan Ibrahimovic helped Inter Milan to a 2-1 home win over Bologna on Saturday and put the Serie A champions back on track after an awkward week.

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

The one with the curious name is the runaway leader, setting benchmarks in programming, standardisation and localisation. It doesn't hurt to be part of a formidable family.

'I don't want to be on television every day'

'I don't want to be on television every day'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Televsion actress Kritika Kamra returns to the small screen after a two year hiatus with Reporters.

How women can succeed in a man's world

How women can succeed in a man's world

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

'You must remember that a career is something you can craft for yourself.' 'But if you want to be a successful leader, you need the organisation and your team to support you.' 'In order to make it all work, you need to be cognisant of the team.' 'You can't be a prima donna. These days, people don't accept that.' 'You can't ride roughshod over people.'

PHOTOS: Rohit, Chahal excel as India cruise past SA

PHOTOS: Rohit, Chahal excel as India cruise past SA

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Images from Wednesday's World Cup match between India and South Africa, at Southampton.

6 most embarrassing sex moments revealed

6 most embarrassing sex moments revealed

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

Whether you're an amateur or master in the sack, when it comes to embarrassing sex moments, few go unscathed. So here are few tips to help you deal with awkward sex moments.

When the US fiddles with the rules

When the US fiddles with the rules

Rediff.com27 Aug 2008

'The prime minister and his colleagues thought the Bush administration's promises were as good as gold. But, as the Americans would now have you believe, gold is no better than bronze.'

Late own goal denies Liverpool win over Chelsea

Late own goal denies Liverpool win over Chelsea

Rediff.com23 Apr 2008

Liverpool and Chelsea drew 1-1 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final at Anfield on Tuesday after a stoppage-time own goal from the home side's John Arne Riise. Dutchman Dirk Kuyt gave Liverpool the lead after 43 minutes.

Now, you can text your resignation with this app

Now, you can text your resignation with this app

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

The new app sends a text message to your boss letting them know that you are quitting, eliminating the need for 'awkward parting words'.

WC Preview: Salah uncertainty overshadows Suarez' bid for redemption

WC Preview: Salah uncertainty overshadows Suarez' bid for redemption

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

Egypt's crucial performer has been battling against time to be fit for the Group A encounter since hurting ligaments in an awkward fall in the early stages of last month's Champions League final.

Stephens looking forward to juicy semi with friend Keys

Stephens looking forward to juicy semi with friend Keys

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

While the stakes could not be higher on Thursday, Sloane Stephens said there will be no "weirdness" in the locker room.

Pentagon chief asks Indian professor if he is 'Taliban', apologises

Pentagon chief asks Indian professor if he is 'Taliban', apologises

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

US Secretary of Defence Chuck Hagel has apologised after he was caught on cameras asking an Indian member of an audience if he was a member of the Taliban.

Maxwell mocks Kohli on Day 3

Maxwell mocks Kohli on Day 3

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

The bad blood between Australia and India continued with spin all-rounder Glenn Maxwell making fun of host captain Virat Kohli's shoulder injury while fielding on day three of the third Test in Ranchi on Saturday.

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

When Modi meets Trump: Will it be a hug or a handshake?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

As Modi prepares for his first meeting with United States President Donald Trump, we can't help but wonder will the PM go in for a hug or will 'The Donald' opt for one his 'famous' handshakes?

Digvijaya admits to relationship with journalist Amrita Rai

Digvijaya admits to relationship with journalist Amrita Rai

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Congress general secretary Digvijaya Singh on Wednesday admitted to his relationship with Rajya Sabha TV anchor Amrita Rai.

After 8 month ban Wei denied world championship wildcard

After 8 month ban Wei denied world championship wildcard

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) have opted against giving twice Olympic silver medallist Lee Chong Wei a wildcard for the world championship, leaving Malaysia in an awkward selection position.

10 Bollywood faces of parenting

10 Bollywood faces of parenting

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Sukanya Verma identifies 10 varieties of desi parents you just can't miss in Hindi movies.

Review: Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is a tedious comedy

Review: Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is a tedious comedy

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is not worth your time, S Saraswathi advises.

China backs Pakistan on Kashmir

China backs Pakistan on Kashmir

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'The scheduling of Imran Khan's visit to Beijing and its focus on the J&K situation underscores that Beijing shares the Pakistani concern that tensions with India are only going to escalate further in the period ahead,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Javed Akhtar at 75: The Best Songs

Javed Akhtar at 75: The Best Songs

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Sreehari Nair attempts to bring you up-close the pleasures of Javed Akhtar's poetry.

Chhetri double strike sinks Salgaocar in Federation Cup

Chhetri double strike sinks Salgaocar in Federation Cup

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Bengaluru FC rode on Sunil Chhetri double strike as they beat Salgaocar FC 3-2 in their Group B league match as the 36th Federation Cup football tournament kicked off in Vasco.

Has an office romance ever backfired on you?

Has an office romance ever backfired on you?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

We invite readers to share their stories and opinions of workplace romances gone wrong.

India set England daunting target after another Kohli ton

India set England daunting target after another Kohli ton

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Skipper Virat Kohli scored his 23rd Test century as a dominant India took giant strides towards victory in the third Test against England.

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

As Melania Trump arrives in Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt offers the First Lady Of The United States a primer on one of India's oldest, and historic, cities.

Do models have catfights? Find out

Do models have catfights? Find out

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

Italian model Mariana Falasachi gets candid.

Major Davis Cup shake-up approved

Major Davis Cup shake-up approved

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Proposals to revamp the Davis Cup into a season-ending 18-team event were backed by national federations at the International Tennis Federation annual general meeting in Orlando, Florida, on Thursday.

Cricket Buzz: Sangakkara is first non-British MCC president

Cricket Buzz: Sangakkara is first non-British MCC president

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

His nomination was announced by the outgoing President, Anthony Wreford, at the MCC Annual General Meeting at Lord's in May this year.

Break-up with Malaika: What hurt Arbaaz

Break-up with Malaika: What hurt Arbaaz

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

'We don't know when those differences started between us, when the love went away, or when the arguments and fights started.'

Pique to quit Spain team after latest controversy

Pique to quit Spain team after latest controversy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Influential Spain defender Gerard Pique has said he will retire from international soccer after the 2018 World Cup, because he is "tired" of the criticism levelled at him from supporters. The Barcelona centre-back was the focus of attention in Sunday's World Cup qualifier with Albania after having cut off the sleeves from his shirt which bore Spain's colours of yellow and red. Pique, who has an awkward relationship with Spain fans for his repeated jibes at Real Madrid and his support for a referendum on Catalan independence, was heavily criticised on social media and in the sports press for the act.

'I am not a fan of glamorous roles'

'I am not a fan of glamorous roles'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

'I was tense the night before the shoot; I developed cold feet. However, when I got up in the morning, I was confident and looking forward to playing Sandhya.' Niharika Konidela gets candid about her first film, Ok Manasu.

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Here are five talking points from the weekend's action:

Tennis Round-up: Rusty Murray battles back to advance in Washington

Tennis Round-up: Rusty Murray battles back to advance in Washington

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

Murray, who is attempting to return to the top of the tennis world after undergoing hip surgery in January, was out of sorts in the first set of the rain-delayed match, losing three service games behind some uncharacteristically soft second serves.

Like Mallika Sherawat's red hot avatar?

Like Mallika Sherawat's red hot avatar?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Ganga replaces Sarwan as Windies captain

Ganga replaces Sarwan as Windies captain

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

Sarwan was ruled out of the rest of the tour last week after suffering a shoulder injury while falling awkwardly trying to prevent a boundary on the first day of the second Test.

When Hrithik and Kangana came face to face!

When Hrithik and Kangana came face to face!

Rediff.com2 May 2016

We let our imaginations go wild!

Injured Amla unlikely to play in next two SL ODIs

Injured Amla unlikely to play in next two SL ODIs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

South Africa's top-order batsman Hashim Amla is struggling to be fit for the next two one-day internationals in Sri Lanka after suffering a groin strain in Tuesday's defeat by the home side.

Super Srikanth lifts Australian Open Super Series

Super Srikanth lifts Australian Open Super Series

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth notched up his second successive Super Series title with a stunning straight-game triumph over reigning Olympic and world champion Chen Long in the Australian Open summit clash in Sydney on Sunday.

'It will be bit daunting to walk out onto SCG in Hughes' shadow'

'It will be bit daunting to walk out onto SCG in Hughes' shadow'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2015

Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle has claimed that it would be a little bit daunting at first to walk out onto the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) for the fourth and final Test against India, as it is the same ground where Phillip Hughes was struck by the deadly bouncer.

Kolkata club cricketer hospitalised after hit on the head

Kolkata club cricketer hospitalised after hit on the head

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

Just a day after former Bengal Under-19 captain Ankit Keshri lost his life due to a freak on-field injury, another young club cricketer, Rahul Ghosh, was hospitalised after sustaining a hit on the head during a second division league match, in Kolkata, on Tuesday morning.

'Not a stroke would have looked out of place in a Test match'

'Not a stroke would have looked out of place in a Test match'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Steve Smith called it the 'Virat show' and he was right