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Durand Cup: FC Bengaluru United first team to reach knockouts

Durand Cup: FC Bengaluru United first team to reach knockouts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

FC Bengaluru United (FCBU) entered the knockout stage of the Durand Cup after beating Indian Air Force 4-2 in a thrilling Group A match at the Kalyani Stadium on Thursday.

Sikkim reports its first COVID-19 case

Sikkim reports its first COVID-19 case

Rediff.com23 May 2020

A 25-year-old student who recently returned from Delhi tested positive for the disease.

Sharjeel, Tanha, Safoora discharged in Jamia Nagar violence case

Sharjeel, Tanha, Safoora discharged in Jamia Nagar violence case

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

The court said the legal proceedings against the 11 accused were initiated in a 'perfunctory and cavalier fashion' and 'allowing them to undergo the rigmarole of a long-drawn trial does not augur well for the criminal justice system of the country'.

AIFF elections: Valanka Alemao's nomination rejected

AIFF elections: Valanka Alemao's nomination rejected

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

AIFF elections returning officer rejects nomination papers of two presidential candidates

Not slotting internationals nothing to do with ISL: Bhaichung

Not slotting internationals nothing to do with ISL: Bhaichung

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia said not slotting international friendlies has got nothing to do with ISL dates. "We haven't slotted any international matches, and this has nothing to do with the ISL, nor are we giving importance to it. Instead, we had prioritized the national team to stay together for a one-month camp before they disperse to play ISL," Bhutia told reporters. Bhutia was in the city for the closing ceremony of Bhaichung Bhutia Champions Cup at Harvest International School.

Timeline: How Indian football faced ultimate embarrassment

Timeline: How Indian football faced ultimate embarrassment

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

It all started to go from bad to worse when controversial former All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel, whose third term in office ended in December 2020, stayed in office citing a pending Supreme Court case.

'Sad that our PM didn't condole death of PK, Chuni'

'Sad that our PM didn't condole death of PK, Chuni'

Rediff.com9 May 2020

With the nationwide lockdown in place to fight the spread of COVID-19, the first condolence meeting held on virtual platform. Banerjee had died on March 20 after a prolonged illness while Goswami succumbed to cardiac arrest on April 30.

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

SC hands back AIFF's day-to-day management to federation's administration

Can Baichung dethrone India's longest-serving CM?

Can Baichung dethrone India's longest-serving CM?

Rediff.com27 May 2018

Can Baichung Bhutia's Hamro Sikkim party pose a challenge to Pawan Chamling who has not lost an election in 24 years?

Bhutia's United Sikkim earn I-League ticket

Bhutia's United Sikkim earn I-League ticket

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

United Sikkim Football Club (USFC) played a 1-1 draw against Kolkata's Mohammedan Sporting in Gangtok to qualify for next edition's I-League.

Calcutta HC gives conditional nod to hold Gangasagar Mela

Calcutta HC gives conditional nod to hold Gangasagar Mela

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Calcutta High Court ordered setting up of a committee which may recommend to the state a ban on entry to Sagar Island if there is any violation of health safety norms.

I-League has been a failure, says India's most popular footballer

I-League has been a failure, says India's most popular footballer

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Former captain and current advisor to All India Football Federation, Bhaichung Bhutia has admitted that the eight-year old I-League has been a failure and feels that the 'successful' Indian Super League should be given a few more seasons before a possible merger of the two.

Chhetri brushes aside Messi comparison

Chhetri brushes aside Messi comparison

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Chhetri still takes advice from former captain Bhutia who has a huge influence on him.

Indian football: Infrastructure, money remain impediments

Indian football: Infrastructure, money remain impediments

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Monday said the lack of top-class infrastructure still remains an impediment to the development of football in the country, while AIFF president Praful Patel lamented the absence of enough money in sports other than cricket. Considered the torchbearer of Indian football during his playing days, Bhutia felt while avenues have opened up now lot can still be done in the area of infrastructure.

Amazon vs Future duel underway in Singapore, verdict by next week

Amazon vs Future duel underway in Singapore, verdict by next week

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

An emergency arbitration hearing between Amazon and retail conglomerate Future Group took place last week and a verdict is expected in the next few days, according to sources.

Chhetri: 'Captain, Leader, Legend'

Chhetri: 'Captain, Leader, Legend'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Rathore, Tendulkar lead accolades for Chhetri

Former India football captain Carlton Chapman dead at 49

Former India football captain Carlton Chapman dead at 49

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Chapman was hospitalised on Sunday night in Bengaluru and passed away early Monday morning.

Two Tibetans killed in Oikos University shooting

Two Tibetans killed in Oikos University shooting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

Tshering Rinzing Bhutia, 38, a student from Sikkim was among the seven killed in the Monday shooting at Oikos University, a religious college in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Sikkim student killed in US university shooting

Sikkim student killed in US university shooting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

Tshering Rinzing Bhutia, 38, a student from Sikkim was among the seven killed in the Monday shooting at Oikos University, a religious college in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Local BJP leader killed in MP; party cries foul

Local BJP leader killed in MP; party cries foul

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

The death of Manoj Thakre, 48, came to light three days after another BJP leader was shot dead in Mandsaur, prompting the party to claim that its leaders were being targeted.

PHOTOS: Maximum City showers maximum love on Chhetri, Indian football

PHOTOS: Maximum City showers maximum love on Chhetri, Indian football

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Bhaichung Bhutia and I M Vijayan were there, the fans too were there, and the magnet that drew them all into the Mumbai Football Arena for India's Intercontinental Cup game against Kenya was Sunil Chhetri.

When Chhetri cried under pressure, contemplated quitting

When Chhetri cried under pressure, contemplated quitting

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Chhetri's first professional contract was with Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan at a tender age of 17. It was a big challenge to overcome for a teenager and he buckled under pressure at times.

'Bhutia has stabbed me in the back'

'Bhutia has stabbed me in the back'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2006

I-League clubs accept AIFF's proposal but...

I-League clubs accept AIFF's proposal but...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

..reject the idea to give ACL slot to ISL; while Bhutia urges to Indian football stakeholders: Drop your egos, work together

Board gives 'in-principle' nod for SBI to invest in Yes Bank

Board gives 'in-principle' nod for SBI to invest in Yes Bank

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The SBI board has given the largest lender an "in-principle" approval to invest in the capital-starved Yes Bank. The central board of SBI discussed the matter at a meeting on Thursday, it informed the exchanges.

BharatPe: 'Why should I resign?'

BharatPe: 'Why should I resign?'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

'At the first board meeting I chaired, I sensed that corporate governance is an issue in this company.' 'I started taking steps that may have aggrieved a few.' 'This has now become a mission I intend to accomplish before I step down.'

Iconic footballer, cricketer: Tributes pour in for Chuni Goswami

Iconic footballer, cricketer: Tributes pour in for Chuni Goswami

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

India's footballers and cricketers -- both current and former -- reacted with shock after Goswami's demise. The versatile veteran, a former India football captain as well as a first-class cricketer, was 82.

Constantine, Herbert high on AIFF's list for coach's job

Constantine, Herbert high on AIFF's list for coach's job

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Englishman Stephen Constantine and New Zealander Ricki Herbert, have been short-listed to take over from Dutchman Wim Koevermans as the new coach of the national football team.

Golay's tricky road ahead

Golay's tricky road ahead

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Sikkim's new chief minister will have to achieve growth without compromising nature.

Stage set for Bhaichung's farewell exhibition match

Stage set for Bhaichung's farewell exhibition match

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Former captain Bhaichung Bhutia will don the national colours one last time when the Indian football team takes on German giants Bayern Munich in his farewell exhibition match in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Chhetri on consistency and his future after equalling Pele

Chhetri on consistency and his future after equalling Pele

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Sunil Chhetri became the 8th top scorer in international football after equalling Brazil legend Pele's goal tally.

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The sports fraternity came out in support of Mahendra Singh Dhoni for wearing the dagger insignia on his wicketkeeping gloves during India's World Cup game against South Africa.

Kohli, Rohit, Saina salute Galwan Valley martyrs

Kohli, Rohit, Saina salute Galwan Valley martyrs

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

'NO one is more selfless and brave than a soldier.'

Fit-again Bhutia raring to go in I-League

Fit-again Bhutia raring to go in I-League

Rediff.com24 Sep 2008

With the nagging hamstring injury sustained in the AFC Challenge Cup healed, a fit-again Baichung Bhuita is raring to go full throttle when his team Mohun Bagan opens its I-League campaign against minnows Mumbai FC on Saturday.

AIFF extend coach Koevermans's contract

AIFF extend coach Koevermans's contract

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Indian football team coach Wim Koevermans's contract will be extended till the end of next year's Asian Games in October, the AIFF's technical committee, headed by former captain Bhaichung Bhutia, decided in New Delhi on Monday.

Bhaichung thanks Yuvraj for helping earthquake victims

Bhaichung thanks Yuvraj for helping earthquake victims

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

Bhaichung Bhutia expressed his gratitude towards star cricketer Yuvraj Singh for standing by victims who were affected by earthquake in Sikkim, last year.

India's best-known footballer on why ISL and I-League should not merge

India's best-known footballer on why ISL and I-League should not merge

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia said on Tuesday that a merger of the newly floated Indian Super League (ISL) and the long-running I-League is neither going to happen nor is it advisable.

Can India keep 2022 FIFA World Cup hopes alive?

Can India keep 2022 FIFA World Cup hopes alive?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Buoyed by their gallant goalless draw against Asian champions Qatar, India would be looking to register their first win in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they take on Bangladesh.

Why panels like Lodha are needed for all National Sports Federation

Why panels like Lodha are needed for all National Sports Federation

Rediff.com9 May 2017

India's greatest ever Olympian Sushil Kumar strongly feels that panels similar to one headed by Justice RM Lodha to clean up the Board of Control for Cricket in India mess, is required to bring in more accountability and transparency in functioning of National Sports Federations (NSF).

Padma Vibhushan for Gen Rawat, Kalyan Singh; Padma Bhushan for Azad

Padma Vibhushan for Gen Rawat, Kalyan Singh; Padma Bhushan for Azad

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

The Padma Bhushan was conferred on 17 personalities including N Chandrasekharan, chairman of Tata Sons, Krishna and Suchita Ella of Bharat Biotech, Cyrus Poonawalla, Satya Nadella, chairman of Microsoft, Sunder Pichai, chairman of Google.