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Finishing Hugo Chavez's unfinished task in Venezuela

Finishing Hugo Chavez's unfinished task in Venezuela

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Sustaining the Bolivarian revolution after Hugo Chavez won't be easy. But we must all celebrate its considerable achievements and wish it well, says Praful Bidwai.

PHOTOS: Leaders join mourners to bid farewell to Chavez

PHOTOS: Leaders join mourners to bid farewell to Chavez

Rediff.com9 Mar 2013

Leaders from Latin America and beyond were in Venezuela's capital Caracas for the state funeral of late president Hugo Chavez on Friday.

Iran Prez gets 'cheeky' with Chavez's mom, clerics fume

Iran Prez gets 'cheeky' with Chavez's mom, clerics fume

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has been criticised by Iranian religious and political groups after a picture from funeral for Hugo Chavez showed him getting up close and personal with the mother of the late Venezuelan president.

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

After being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, Trump started his inaugural address with a sentence that echoed Modi's coinage some years ago, notes Modi biographer Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness Review

Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness Review

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is a roller-coaster ride to be enjoyed on a summer afternoon, recommends Namrata Thakker.

FIFA WC: Mexico beat Saudi, but both teams ousted

FIFA WC: Mexico beat Saudi, but both teams ousted

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Mexico's exit ended a run of seven successive last-16 appearances at the World Cup and the defeat for Saudi Arabia killed off what had looked to be a realistic chance of advancing from the group stages for the first time in 28 years.

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The Eternal Gandhi Museum is the only Gandhi-related museum in the United States, dedicated to Gandhi, to preserve and promote his ever-lasting legacy of nonviolent conflict resolution.

FIFA WC PIX: Poland-Mexico play out exciting draw

FIFA WC PIX: Poland-Mexico play out exciting draw

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Vega first failed to connect with a cross from winger Hirving Lozano early in the game and then sent a header narrowly wide in the 26th minute.

Cristiano Ronaldo cheated on ex with Playboy model

Cristiano Ronaldo cheated on ex with Playboy model

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Playboy star Daniella Chavez has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo had sex with her while he was in a relationship with Irina Shayk.

FIFA WC PIX: Argentina trump Mexico in must-win game

FIFA WC PIX: Argentina trump Mexico in must-win game

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

The stadium erupted in cheers once more with Fernandez's late strike which sealed Argentina's first win in the tournament and rekindled Messi's hopes of a first-ever World Cup title.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A much-changed Sweden side reached the Women's World Cup last 16 with a perfect record

PIX: Messi keeps dream alive with magic strike

PIX: Messi keeps dream alive with magic strike

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Lionel Messi kept his dream of winning his first World Cup alive by rifling in the opening goal in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Mexico in World Cup Group C, proving he was far from done in the tournament.

Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Review: Filler Marvel Episode

Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Review: Filler Marvel Episode

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania falls short of the signature Marvel magic, says Mayur Sanap

#FIFAWorldCup: Models and their favourite teams

#FIFAWorldCup: Models and their favourite teams

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Read on to find out who is the more popular team among the models.

Obama: US for constructive relationship with Venezuela

Obama: US for constructive relationship with Venezuela

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

Amid flaring of tension between the United States and Venezuela following the death of its President Hugo Chavez, United States President Barack Obama has said that America is interested in developing a 'constructive' relationship with the Venezuelan people.

Maradona's life, in pictures

Maradona's life, in pictures

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Maradona was worshipped like a god for his genius with the ball.

They are homeless yet reside in a palace

They are homeless yet reside in a palace

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

Venezuela President Hugo Chavez's government has literally opened its doors to the homeless -- and scores of them have taken residence in the architecturally prized 'Casa Amarilla', a former presidential home and now Foreign Ministry headquarters.

'I have never used a teleprompter'

'I have never used a teleprompter'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

'In Hindi, Mr Modi is unequalled as an exceptionally accomplished orator.'

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

'Rahul Gandhi has shown courage to heal the heart of democracy.'

Maradona cozies up to controversial Venezuelan President

Maradona cozies up to controversial Venezuelan President

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Maradona backs Venezuela's Maduro, signs for World Cup coverage

The nation that crashed to earth

The nation that crashed to earth

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

oaring crime gave Venezuela the horrific title of being one of the most violent countries on earth. Inflation ran into tens of thousands per cent, impoverishing nearly all of the country's 31 million people.' Yet, says Radha Roy Biswas, she sees hope for the beleaguered nation where she spent her childhood years.

Copa America: Peru stun Uruguay

Copa America: Peru stun Uruguay

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

Peru produced a shock 3-0 win over Uruguay while Bolivia twice fought back to draw 2-2 with hosts Venezuela in a dramatic opening to the Copa America on Tuesday.

Chess Olympiad: Indians start on a winning note

Chess Olympiad: Indians start on a winning note

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

The Indian men and women's teams made winning starts to their campaign in the 43rd Chess Olympiad, in Batumi, Georgia, on Tuesday.

Will Maradona throw his hat into FIFA presidency ring?

Will Maradona throw his hat into FIFA presidency ring?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Tuesday suggested that Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona become the next FIFA president.

It takes more than gold to make a hero

It takes more than gold to make a hero

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

When fencer Ruben Limardo set off for the London Olympics, he little imagined that he would be cheered through the streets of the Venezuelan capital Caracas on top of a truck on his return, and honoured by the president.

'The world economy is in trouble'

'The world economy is in trouble'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

Nikhil Lakshman reports from the United Nations General Assembly, which Prime Minister Manmohan Singh addressed on Saturday.

Shocking PHOTOS of politicians KISSING

Shocking PHOTOS of politicians KISSING

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

It was a campaign seeking to contribute to the creation of a new culture of tolerance. But it stirred up a storm.

Coach Maradona to decide on future next week

Coach Maradona to decide on future next week

Rediff.com21 Jul 2010

Diego Maradona will decide whether to stay on as Argentina coach after a meeting next week, the head of the country's football association said on Tuesday.

Snapdeal to deliver packages using robots

Snapdeal to deliver packages using robots

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

In collaboration with autonomous mobility start-up Ottonomy IO, Snapdeal has successfully tested last-mile delivery using robots in select locations of Delhi-NCR.

Venezuela promises oilfields to India

Venezuela promises oilfields to India

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Venezuelan Prez Hugo Chavez promised to give India more oilfields in its heavy-oil belt, as he seeks to tap the world's second fastest growing economy to diversify energy trade beyond US. He intends to supply 1 mn barrels per day of oil to India in the near future. The Junin area is believed to hold some 500 bn barrels of in place oil reserves, of which Junin Norte may have about 7-8 bn barrels. OVL is expected to be given preference in the development and production phase.

PM Modi, you have time on your side

PM Modi, you have time on your side

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The last three prime ministers who served full terms started out in their early 70s. Mr Modi is younger and fitter than all of them. But he needs to find it in him to change course if he is to beat the odds, notes T N Ninan.

Ex-boxing champ dies from injuries

Ex-boxing champ dies from injuries

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

Former world lightweight champion Leavander Johnson died in hospital, five days after suffering brain damage in a title bout.

Deepika's most STYLISH promo look? Vote!

Deepika's most STYLISH promo look? Vote!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

How the xXx: The Return of the Xander Cage actress served up pure glamour during the movie promotions.

'Maradona leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy'

'Maradona leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Maradona was a uniquely gifted player who rose from the tough streets of Buenos Aires to reach the pinnacle of his sport.

Oil tips 2-year high on Iraq, Venezuela strike

Oil tips 2-year high on Iraq, Venezuela strike

Rediff.com24 Dec 2002

Oil prices rose to a two-year high on Tuesday as supplies remained choked off from strikebound Venezuela and the looming threat of war in Iraq continued to stoke fears of disruptions to Middle East crude flows.

Vijender set for US debut; to work with Mike Tyson's trainer

Vijender set for US debut; to work with Mike Tyson's trainer

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

The Indian boxing ace will train at the World famous boxing club 'The Wild Card Boxing Club' in Hollywood CA under legendary coach Freddie Roach -- a 2012 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee.

Trump campaign steps up efforts to challenge poll results

Trump campaign steps up efforts to challenge poll results

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Biden won the Republican stronghold of Georgia, a top state official said after a manual recount, becoming the first Democrat to have won the key battleground state since 1992.

Deepika, Kangana, Sonam's love for low neck fashion!

Deepika, Kangana, Sonam's love for low neck fashion!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Sukanya Verma takes us through the latest trend in Bollywood.