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Pfizer Covid vaccine gets US experts' nod

Pfizer Covid vaccine gets US experts' nod

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The Pfizer vaccine has already been approved for the public in the United Kingdom and, Canada.

Omicron: Remaining two ODIs between SA-Netherlands postponed

Omicron: Remaining two ODIs between SA-Netherlands postponed

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Cricket South Africa (CSA) and Koninklijke Nederlandse Cricket Bond (KNCB) have mutually agreed to defer the three-match ODI series which began on Friday.

Did Messi and his Barca teammates breach COVID protocols?

Did Messi and his Barca teammates breach COVID protocols?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The Argentine striker had hosted a team meeting on Monday to kick start preparations for the clash against Atletico Madrid.

Some Indian players didn't like restrictions in IPL bubble: MI's Pamment

Some Indian players didn't like restrictions in IPL bubble: MI's Pamment

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Mumbai Indians fielding coach James Pamment has claimed some senior Indian players did not like being subjected to restrictions inside the currently-suspended IPL's bio-bubble but it felt completely safe till the time cases from participating teams hadn't come to light.

'It is very easy to destroy the environment'

'It is very easy to destroy the environment'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

'But extremely difficult, expensive and time consuming to rebuild it.'

Rohit backs young guns to fill big boots of Rahane, Pujara

Rohit backs young guns to fill big boots of Rahane, Pujara

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Vihari, Gill and Iyer have all played Tests for India in the absence of regular players and Rohit said a decision on the composition of the side against Sri Lanka was yet to be made.

A room with a view for Team India

A room with a view for Team India

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

The Indian team touched down in Southampton on Thursday where they will undergo quarantine before resuming their preparations for the ICC World Test Championship final.

'IPL suspension shows game's vulnerability, T20 WC could be postponed'

'IPL suspension shows game's vulnerability, T20 WC could be postponed'

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Chappell recalled a few incidents that led to the disruption of the game in the past.

How Harmanpreet got her batting back on track...

How Harmanpreet got her batting back on track...

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Harmanpreet Kaur got back among the runs with a 63-run knock in the fifth ODI against New Zealand and followed that up with a century (104) in the World Cup warm-up match against South Africa.

Bulls on prowl in D-Street; Sensex, Nifty end at lifetime highs

Bulls on prowl in D-Street; Sensex, Nifty end at lifetime highs

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Bajaj Finserv was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, soaring around 8 per cent, followed by Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank and SBI.

'New Year. New Energy. How is that for josh?'

'New Year. New Energy. How is that for josh?'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

The Indian cricket team kicked off the New Year with an energy packed practice session for the third Test against Australia in Sydney.

Bio-mechanic test is a gimmick: Akram

Bio-mechanic test is a gimmick: Akram

Rediff.com20 Nov 2004

Wasim Akram thinks the ICC committee's report that 99% bowlers chuck is an attempt to divert attention from the real issue.

Why BCCI wants to rest Kolhi from upcoming T20 series

Why BCCI wants to rest Kolhi from upcoming T20 series

Rediff.com11 May 2022

he break is expected to help Kohli recharge his batteries before the high-profile England tour.

Dom's Take: The race for COVID-19 vaccine

Dom's Take: The race for COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Dominic Xavier wonders when human beings can access the vaccine and terminate the mayhem caused by the coronavirus.

There is no going back now: Teams after COVID breaches IPL's water-tight bubble

There is no going back now: Teams after COVID breaches IPL's water-tight bubble

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Foreign players, who were already anxious about getting home with travel restricted from India, are a more worried lot.

Chakravarthy, Warrier test positive as KKR vs RCB match postponed

Chakravarthy, Warrier test positive as KKR vs RCB match postponed

Rediff.com3 May 2021

The Indian Premier League match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore in Ahmedabad on Monday has been rescheduled after two KKR members test positive for COVID-19.

IPL resumes on Sep 19; Mumbai Indians take on CSK

IPL resumes on Sep 19; Mumbai Indians take on CSK

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

Defending champions Mumbai Indians will take on Chennai Super Kings in Dubai on September 19 when the IPL resumes in the United Arab Emirates.

Padma Bhushan for Ghulam Nabi Azad divides Congress

Padma Bhushan for Ghulam Nabi Azad divides Congress

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

While a tweet from a close aide of the Gandhi's and the Chief Whip of the party in Rajya Sabha, Jairam Ramesh took a dig on Azad for accepting the award, Congress stalwarts from the G-23 group have congratulated him for the 'well-deserved' award.

UK study finds Covid vaccine protection wanes in months

UK study finds Covid vaccine protection wanes in months

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

The protection gained after being fully vaccinated with both doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech and Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccines against Covid-19 wanes over time, a new UK study reported on Wednesday.

'I am happy being a comedian'

'I am happy being a comedian'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

'There is no agenda when I do stand-up.' 'I am a professional comedian and have tickets for my show, so every penny should be worth it.'

Zampa, Richardson reach Aus after leaving IPL

Zampa, Richardson reach Aus after leaving IPL

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Zampa said leaving IPL was his "personal choice" and hoped the eight-team competition would continue as planned.

'IPL 2021 should have been in UAE, like last year'

'IPL 2021 should have been in UAE, like last year'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa says he decided to quit the IPL midway as it was the "most vulnerable" bio-bubble he was part of.

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen revealed that spinner Rashid Khan is worried about the situation in Afghanistan and he is not able to get his family out of the country.

Sakshi: 'I wanna see Mahi!'

Sakshi: 'I wanna see Mahi!'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Sakshi Singh Dhoni takes to Instagram to request the Chennai Super Kings to give her a glimpse of her husband.

Broad 'considered retirement' after Southampton snub

Broad 'considered retirement' after Southampton snub

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

'Were there thoughts of retirement going round my head? One hundred per cent. Because I was so down'

Alert: Junior research scholarships for cancer bio

Alert: Junior research scholarships for cancer bio

Rediff.com21 Jun 2004

Alert: Junior research scholarships for cancer biology

IAF could save 100 million litres of fuel annually

IAF could save 100 million litres of fuel annually

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

'This is a huge step in promoting the 'Make in India' mission as this bio-fuel would be produced from Tree Borne Oils sourced from tribal areas and farmers.'

Tata Motors rolls out India's first CNG-powered truck in M&HCV segment

Tata Motors rolls out India's first CNG-powered truck in M&HCV segment

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Tata Motors on Monday launched the country's first CNG truck in the medium and heavy commercial (M&HCV) vehicle segment in the 28- and 19-tonne nodes. Most truck makers, including Tata Motors, currently offer CNG only in the small and light commercial vehicle segments. The company also launched a fleet of seven trucks in the intermediary and light commercial vehicle (I&LCV) segment, meant for varied applications.

Even Bradman's average will fall in a bubble: Shastri

Even Bradman's average will fall in a bubble: Shastri

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

'In the last 24 months, they've been home for 25 days. I don't care who you are, if your name is Bradman, if you're in a bubble as well, your average will come down because you're human.'

Covid nixes rally scenes for Kangana's Jaya film

Covid nixes rally scenes for Kangana's Jaya film

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

'It is going to be months, if nor years, before any film-maker can shoot large crowds. We might as well get used to making do with CGI.'

Guardiola urges players to get COVID-19 booster shots

Guardiola urges players to get COVID-19 booster shots

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Tottenham Hotspur recorded 13 COVID-19 cases at the club last week, while Leicester City and Manchester United were also affected by the virus.

If England players unite, they can play in IPL: KP

If England players unite, they can play in IPL: KP

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Ashley Giles has indicated that their centrally contracted cricketers might not be available for the IPL

SEE: Kohli sings, dances during RCB karaoke session

SEE: Kohli sings, dances during RCB karaoke session

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

The RCB squad chilled out in the UAE heat by playing a game of pool volleyball before they had plenty to smile and laugh about during the karaoke session in the evening.

'Broke a few remotes while watching the previous game'

'Broke a few remotes while watching the previous game'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

'I've said it a few times this year where there's 36 or 37 overs of really good stuff, and we just let it slip for two or three overs.'

An Indian American in the White House?

An Indian American in the White House?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

What would an Indian American president of the US look like, sound like and act like, especially on issues and policies pertaining to his or her 'mother-land'?, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

COVID-19 fallout: No Ranji Trophy for first time in 87 years!

COVID-19 fallout: No Ranji Trophy for first time in 87 years!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Shah in his letter spoke about how difficult it was to plan out the domestic calendar for the season in the post COVID world.

MI players, support staff return negative COVID-19 results after More's positive test

MI players, support staff return negative COVID-19 results after More's positive test

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

It is learned that Mumbai Indians' training session for Tuesday was cancelled and all the players and support staff underwent COVID-19 tests

Why BCCI's state units won't be able to attend IPL

Why BCCI's state units won't be able to attend IPL

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

BCCI inviting officials from its state units for the IPL ceremony and play-offs is conventional practice it follows, whether the tournament is held in India or abroad.

Maharashtra imposes night curfew from Jan 10

Maharashtra imposes night curfew from Jan 10

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Tightening restrictions in the face of surging COVID-19 cases, the Maharashtra Government on Saturday prohibited movement in public in groups of five or more from 5 in the morning to 11 at night, effective January 10 midnight.

Australia formally recognises India's Covaxin

Australia formally recognises India's Covaxin

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Australia's medicines and medical devices regulator on Monday formally recognised India's Covaxin, a vaccine against the coronavirus as the country's border was reopened for the first time in nearly 20 months.