News for 'berlin'

PHOTOS: The wonderfully weird world around us!

PHOTOS: The wonderfully weird world around us!

Rediff.com24 May 2018

These images prove we live in a mad, mad world.

Bayern beat Hertha to clinch Bundesliga title

Bayern beat Hertha to clinch Bundesliga title

Rediff.com9 May 2010

Bayern Munich beat relegated Hertha Berlin 3-1 on Saturday to win the German championship for a record 22nd time and keep their treble hopes on track.

Govt defends farm laws in RS; death warrants for farmers, says Oppn

Govt defends farm laws in RS; death warrants for farmers, says Oppn

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Countering the opposition claim that farmers across the country are agitated over the three new laws, he said that those in just one state are being misinformed and instigated.

France's Mayer breaks decathlon world record

France's Mayer breaks decathlon world record

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The Olympic silver medallist surpassed American Ashton Eaton's 9,045 total at the 2015 world championships in Beijing.

Tata Steel Masters: Anand signs peace with Giri

Tata Steel Masters: Anand signs peace with Giri

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

It was on move 21 that Giri thought he was out of trouble and proposed a draw.

Ho Ho Ho! Santas, Santas everywhere

Ho Ho Ho! Santas, Santas everywhere

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Here's what some crazy Santas have been up to around the world

Unusual animal friendships that will melt your heart

Unusual animal friendships that will melt your heart

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

A few days back a news report mentioning that a cat in Crimea had adopted four orphaned baby squirrels turned viral and made netizens across the world go 'awww'. Following that we take a look at the surprising bonds between predator and prey -- animals forming the unlikeliest of friendships.

Meet the women's athlete of the year...

Meet the women's athlete of the year...

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

Polish hammer thrower, Anita Wlodarczyk, who set a world record, has been voted women's athlete of the year by an American publication.

Germany's World Cup win immortalized in film 'Die Mannschaft'

Germany's World Cup win immortalized in film 'Die Mannschaft'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Germans basked in World Cup glory again when the national team were honoured before attending the premiere of the official movie about their victory in Brazil in July.

Germany's Bundesliga resumes on May 16 with empty stadiums

Germany's Bundesliga resumes on May 16 with empty stadiums

Rediff.com8 May 2020

The Bundesliga season will restart on May 16 after a suspension of more than two months, the German Football League (DFL) said on Thursday, becoming the first European league to resume amid the coronavirus pandemic. The DFL said the season would restart under the terms of a strict health protocol that bans fans from the stadium, with six games on Saturday, including the high-profile Ruhr valley derby between Borussia Dortmund and Schalke 04.

Bundesliga: Bayern win 25th title

Bundesliga: Bayern win 25th title

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Bayern Munich claimed a third straight Bundesliga title on Sunday .

The crazy, odd world we live in!

The crazy, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Here's your weekly digest of odd, crazy moments from around the world.

F1: Hamilton could equal Schumi's podium record

F1: Hamilton could equal Schumi's podium record

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Hamilton has won the last three races, out of four so far in this COVID-19 affected season, and will start as favourite again.

Germany's match-fixing referee arrested

Germany's match-fixing referee arrested

Rediff.com12 Feb 2005

Robert Hoyzer, the referee at the centre of Germany's soccer match-fixing scandal, was arrested on Saturday.

Samsung unveils new Galaxy Note II

Samsung unveils new Galaxy Note II

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

Samsung Electronics, after losing a US patent battle with Apple, unveiled the second generation of its popular Galaxy Note phone-cum-tablet in Berlin on Wednesday.

Shamkir Chess: Anand draws with Grischuk, Carlsen extends lead

Shamkir Chess: Anand draws with Grischuk, Carlsen extends lead

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Having lost to Russian Sergey Karjakin in the previous round, Anand's chances to catch up with Carlsen at the top have now almost evaporated as the reigning world champion is now 1.5 points ahead of the Indian with just two rounds to go in the category-22 event.

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

A collection of oddball, amazing moments from the world!

Golf, rugby sevens shortlisted for 2016 Olympics

Golf, rugby sevens shortlisted for 2016 Olympics

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Golf and rugby sevens have been shortlisted for inclusion at the 2016 Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said in Berlin on Thursday. The two were selected from seven candidate sports by the IOC's executive board at a meeting in Berlin and a final vote on their inclusion will be held at the IOC session in Copenhagen in October.

PM Modi arrives in Brazil to attend BRICS Summit

PM Modi arrives in Brazil to attend BRICS Summit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Fortaleza on Monday to attend a summit meeting of the BRICS nations that will address regional crises and security threats to restore a climate of peace while advancing global economic stability.

Germany's Guendogan ruled out of Euro 2016 with knee injury

Germany's Guendogan ruled out of Euro 2016 with knee injury

Rediff.com6 May 2016

Germany midfielder Ilkay Guendogan has been ruled out of Euro 2016 after sustaining a serious knee injury in training with Borussia Dortmund, the club said on Friday.

Why the World Culture Festival matters

Why the World Culture Festival matters

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

There will remain those, though, who will remain in opposition to this massive endeavour for world peace with an aim not to improve, but to scuttle the project. But for the rest of us, a cultural and spiritual event of this significance and scale is a feast for the mind and soul, say Sankrant Sanu.

'There is nothing confirmed, my goal is to enjoy the moment'

'There is nothing confirmed, my goal is to enjoy the moment'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2015

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique declined to say if he will still be at the helm next season after leading them to a treble in his first season including Saturday's Champions League triumph over Juventus.

Is there Life Out There?

Is there Life Out There?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

The presence of phosphine in Venus's thick atmosphere has revived the age-old question: Are we alone?

In-form Wolfsburg reach first German Cup final in 20 years

In-form Wolfsburg reach first German Cup final in 20 years

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

VfL Wolfsburg ended Arminia Bielefeld's sensational German Cup run, crushing the third division club 4-0 on Wednesday to book a spot in their first Cup final in 20 years where they will face Borussia Dortmund.

Gay says he too can break 100m world record

Gay says he too can break 100m world record

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

If Usain Bolt plans to break his 100 metres world record at this weekend's world championships, he is going to have company, confident American rival Tyson Gay said in Berlin on Thursday. Pronouncing himself fit despite a nagging groin injury, the American said Sunday's 100 metres final may just prove who is the greatest sprinter of all-time.

When movie theatres no longer exist...

When movie theatres no longer exist...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Aseem Chhabra imagines a time, 20 years from now, when movie-watching in theatres will be long gone, thanks to the coronavirus, and pens a letter to his grandchild, explaining the magic of the cinema hall.

London, world's most expensive city, Mumbai ranked 17th

London, world's most expensive city, Mumbai ranked 17th

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The cost of living in London comes to more than double the cost of other English-speaking cities such as Sydney, Los Angeles and Chicago.

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

It is unlikely Brigadier Raja Rizwan was working for RA&W, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Germany to host 2024 Euro football Championships

Germany to host 2024 Euro football Championships

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

Germany and Turkey were the only candidates to stage the 24-team tournament.

Modi in Hannover; meets German CEOs

Modi in Hannover; meets German CEOs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

He is expected to invite German companies to invest in India and participate in 'Make in India' initiative

Shah Rukh, Salman go cycling together!

Shah Rukh, Salman go cycling together!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

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

Football clubs, players, strike pay deals for coronavirus lull

Football clubs, players, strike pay deals for coronavirus lull

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

With sports events around the world suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic, football clubs and leagues have been discussing pay cuts with players to help them make it through the crisis.

Euro football: Dortmund beat Hertha on penalties in German Cup

Euro football: Dortmund beat Hertha on penalties in German Cup

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Borussia Dortmund beat Hertha Berlin 3-2 on penalties to reach the German Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday after the match finished 1-1 after extra time.

'Good interaction': PM Modi after meeting with Germany's Merkel

'Good interaction': PM Modi after meeting with Germany's Merkel

Rediff.com30 May 2017

The two leaders enjoyed the sunshine with a walk in the grounds of Schloss Meseberg, an 18th century Baroque castle in the Brandenburg district of Germany.

It's a mad, odd world we live in!

It's a mad, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

Ten photos that prove we live in an odd, odd world!

China Connection and India-US Ties

China Connection and India-US Ties

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

'India should not be taken by surprise if the Biden administration seeks China's cooperation at some point,' alerts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Reaction to cancellation of Wimbledon: Federer 'devastated', Serena 'shocked'

Reaction to cancellation of Wimbledon: Federer 'devastated', Serena 'shocked'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Here are some of the reactions to the Grand Slam - originally scheduled for June 29-July 12 - being cancelled for the first time in 75 years.

Hunder Games cast, Tarantino: A day out in Hollywood

Hunder Games cast, Tarantino: A day out in Hollywood

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

Here's what your favourite Hollywood stars have been up to.

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Sane left out, Neuer makes Germany World Cup squad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Neuer made the squad despite playing in just one official game, a friendly against Austria on Friday, since breaking a bone in his foot in September but talented 22-year-old Sane was the biggest name to miss out.

IAAF athletes of the year are...

IAAF athletes of the year are...

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Kenya's marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge and Colombian jumper Caterine Ibarguen were honoured as IAAF athletes of the year at athletics' annual awards ceremony on Tuesday.