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Battle of Beauties: Bouchard ready to be tested by Sharapova

Battle of Beauties: Bouchard ready to be tested by Sharapova

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Eugenie Bouchard will spend Monday 'cramming' for one of the toughest exams of her fledgling career when she faces second seed Maria Sharapova in the Australian Open quarter-finals.

Another Russian snub: India puts $8.6 bn fighter on hold

Another Russian snub: India puts $8.6 bn fighter on hold

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

The cancellation of the project has far-reaching implications for the IAF, for which this was once its high-tech future fighter.

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Saturday.

Meet Moosa from The Family Man

Meet Moosa from The Family Man

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'Raj and DK have taken the effort to look at Moosa as a person.' 'Like, what happened to him?' 'What made him become a terrorist?' 'The emotional trauma that he might have had... that clicked for me.'

My Floyd Cardoz story

My Floyd Cardoz story

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

For Chef Thomas Zacharias, Chef Floyd Cardoz, was a partner, mentor. And family.

'I believe in live and let live'

'I believe in live and let live'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

'I will live my life and let other people live their life too.' 'There are big problems in life yaar, like global warming. Let's talk about that.'

How to discover your genius formula

How to discover your genius formula

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

At the age of eight, Gillian Lynne's teacher suspected her of having a learning disorder. But a kind psychologist changed her life forever...

'Salman wants me to fly away'

'Salman wants me to fly away'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

'The one thing he wants from me is that I should learn from him and fly away the day I get launched.' 'He has told me that after LoveYatri, whatever film is being offered to you, it's up to you to discuss with me or not.' 'If you feel like discussing it with me, you can.' 'If you don't, go ahead and make your own choices because it is your career.'

The ABD of love letters...

The ABD of love letters...

Rediff.com2 May 2017

The South African batting great revealed how he would pen love letters for girls in his school but never actually find the courage to hand it over to them.

Hindutva isolates India in world opinion

Hindutva isolates India in world opinion

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

'Modi cannot drag India back into a primitive epoch resembling the religious wars in medieval Europe and at the same time claim to represent the aspirations of modernity among Indians,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Do what your heart says and never look back'

'Do what your heart says and never look back'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Amit Singhal, the Indian who leads Google Search, is in love with what he does. Here are lessons he learnt from his career.

Test vice-captain Rahane not insecure about place in ODIs

Test vice-captain Rahane not insecure about place in ODIs

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

'The moment you are representing your country, you are supposed to do whatever you are assigned. When I was carrying drinks during the Champions Trophy, I had no ego issues. That's how I am as a person' 'The biggest lesson of life for me is to keep things simple'

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Rafael Nadal Tennis Academy, which opened last autumn on the Spanish island of Mallorca, is charging kids 56,000 euros ($62,000) a year for tennis lessons and school.

Why Gunjan Saxena's Great Theme Was Wasted

Why Gunjan Saxena's Great Theme Was Wasted

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The unfortunate thing is that the film will leave a poor impression of the IAF's and indeed of the armed forces's ability to handle sensitive social matters within their professional space, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

ICC U-19 World Cup 2018 launched in New Zealand

ICC U-19 World Cup 2018 launched in New Zealand

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

The function was attended by Hon Grant Robertson, Minister for Sports and Recreation of New Zealand, ICC Chief Executive David Richardson, New Zealand Cricket Chief Executive David White and Event Brand Ambassador Corey Anderson among others.

Solskjaer praises Pogba after Manchester United's big win

Solskjaer praises Pogba after Manchester United's big win

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

After a close season in which he said he wanted to leave the club but ended up staying at Old Trafford, all eyes were on Paul Pogba as Manchester United began their Premier League campaign on Sunday. Yet following a 4-0 home win over Chelsea, in which the French midfielder set up the third and fourth goals, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was full of praise for the former Juventus star.

Ranbir, Shahid, Alia: Stars CAUGHT napping!

Ranbir, Shahid, Alia: Stars CAUGHT napping!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Stars find creative ways to get their beauty sleep!

Facing obstacles? Think the Ponting way!

Facing obstacles? Think the Ponting way!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

You can often learn vital life lessons by listening to achievers. Their secret to success may be hard to emulate. But it can be the trigger you need to change your beliefs, says Prakash Iyer.

'SELL yourself at every stage in life'

'SELL yourself at every stage in life'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

From books that will inspire you to dreaming beyond the obvious, read on for life lessons from these successful IIM alumni.

PHOTOS: Ronaldo penalty sends Real through after Juve fightback

PHOTOS: Ronaldo penalty sends Real through after Juve fightback

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo showed nerves of steel to score an injury-time penalty and send holders Real Madrid into the semi-finals of the Champions League in extraordinary circumstances as they lost 3-1 to Juventus on Wednesday but won a thrilling tie 4-3 on aggregate.

'Entrepreneurship is not taught in a b-school'

'Entrepreneurship is not taught in a b-school'

Rediff.com12 May 2012

An engineer from IIT-Guwahati and alumnus of IIM-Bangalore Deepak Nanwani opted out of placements to start on his own. While two of his earlier ventures did not take off as planned, he's learnt his lessons and wants to revive his success with the third one.

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

'He was the first creative person to recognise and fully realise the power of film in an era when press ads were the only competence of Indian creatives.'

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the films that won his heart at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.

IITian rejected by IIM A: What he learned

IITian rejected by IIM A: What he learned

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

However bright you are, rejection always hurts. But if one can understand the causes, then it could also be a great lesson, says the Secretary, Sports and Youth Affairs, Govt of Rajasthan, India

Constrained by war, Syrian athletes dream of Olympic glory

Constrained by war, Syrian athletes dream of Olympic glory

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Syria's Olympic Committee is sending seven athletes to compete in Rio this month, in athletics, swimming, judo, table tennis and weightlifting.

5 tips to make the most of your 20s

5 tips to make the most of your 20s

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Don't be afraid to put your happiness first.

Investment tips: What you can learn from Warren Buffett

Investment tips: What you can learn from Warren Buffett

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

The markets are in meltdown. Time then to turn to the Master Investor for advice and guidance. Yefei Lu explains how Warren Buffet's investment strategy includes everything from how to look at risk versus reward to how to think about portfolio concentration.

Sports Shorts: Efficient Medvedev beats Fucsovics to win Sofia title

Sports Shorts: Efficient Medvedev beats Fucsovics to win Sofia title

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Asia's first woman to drive a diesel train is an Indian

Asia's first woman to drive a diesel train is an Indian

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Mumtaz Kazi recounts her life's journey in her own words.

'Indian education needs to change TODAY'

'Indian education needs to change TODAY'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

Manish Sabharwal, Chairman of Teamlease Services and IIJT Education says that the current regulatory regime imposes five heavy costs on our higher education system. Read on to know what these costs are are.

'India can market itself better'

'India can market itself better'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'India is still hierarchical, but not as much as Japan and people appreciate a flat working culture,' Charles Frump, managing director, Volvo Cars India, tells Pavan Lall.

This college dropout teaches you to live life

This college dropout teaches you to live life

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

Thanks to an exceptionally early marriage and pregnancy, Puja Gupta never managed to make it through college. But along the way she learnt a few lessons that she now shares with her students.

'We will be paying the cost for decades'

'We will be paying the cost for decades'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'It is not just the police, but all agencies of governance that are progressively being 'captured' by the forces of Hindutva, led by the central government and by the governments of the states where the BJP has power.'

'India's dominance in IT will continue'

'India's dominance in IT will continue'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

'India is the number one IT destination in the world as we have the largest number of IT professionals in the world.'

How to choose your first job

How to choose your first job

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Don't be tempted to take up what is on offer simply because it has come to you on a platter and looks promising on the surface.

Vikas laments underestimating opponent, says 'overconfidence cost me'

Vikas laments underestimating opponent, says 'overconfidence cost me'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

Vikas Krishan regrets underestimating 19-year-old Youth Olympic champion Bektemir Melikuziev of Uzbekistan in the final at the Asian Boxing Championships in Thailand.

Asian Cup: Marathon man Endo chalks up another milestone

Asian Cup: Marathon man Endo chalks up another milestone

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

Yasuhito Endo chalked up another milestone in his storied career when Japan beat Iraq in the Asian Cup on Friday, yet his single-minded focus on team first was evident for all to see.

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'When cricketers, coaches, captains, managers, franchise owners focus on the prize, they forget the process.' 'You can't win every game. Getting better is all about making mistakes.'

This IIM student was once a school dropout

This IIM student was once a school dropout

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

From learning under a streetlight to providing light to street children, this 1st year student is doing his bit and more

French Open PIX: Nadal, Thiem, Halep in fourth round

French Open PIX: Nadal, Thiem, Halep in fourth round

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

IMAGES from Day 6 of the French Open, at Roland Garros, on Friday.