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Defeat makes Schumacher hungrier than ever

Defeat makes Schumacher hungrier than ever

Rediff.com26 May 2004

The German intends to come back stronger than ever in front of his home fans in Nuerburgring this weekend.

'I was keen to protect Cricket's GenNext'

'I was keen to protect Cricket's GenNext'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Sachin Tendulkar has found ways to remain engaged with the sport.

World champion Sagan kicked out of Tour de France

World champion Sagan kicked out of Tour de France

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Slovakian Peter Sagan elbowed Mark Cavendish off balance as the Briton was trying to force his way between him and the safety barrier, and Cavendish was sent crashing heavily.

Defenders allowed to use metal face masks for penalty-corners

Defenders allowed to use metal face masks for penalty-corners

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

The International Hockey Federation will allow defenders to wear protective face masks as a precaution while defending penalty-corners.

Europa League: Pitch invaders mar Tottenham-Partizan match

Europa League: Pitch invaders mar Tottenham-Partizan match

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Tottenham Hotspur could face punishment from European soccer's governing body UEFA after their Europa League game with Partizan Belgrade on Thursday was suspended for several minutes following three separate pitch invasions.

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

'It is clear that economic policy and reform under this administration will always be afterthoughts, something to be carried out only when no other political concern intervenes -- when, in other words, the government feels safe and comfortable enough to take a moderate risk,' argues Mihir S Sharma.

The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

'On a new kidney, her immune system still getting used to it, she took on the Pakistanis at the UN, held meetings with her counterparts from across the world, and presented a picture of incredible poise and dignity,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Japanese Grand Prix: Rosberg fastest on opening day of practice

Japanese Grand Prix: Rosberg fastest on opening day of practice

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

World championship leader Nico Rosberg ended the opening day of practice for the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix in a strong position after setting the pace in both sessions on Friday.

When terror strikes, 'run, don't play dead'

When terror strikes, 'run, don't play dead'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

In the event of Paris-style attack, victims should run and hide behind "substantial brickwork" rather than lying down and playing dead, Britain's counter-terrorism office has said in its safety advice to citizens.

F1 Pitlane Tales: Force India to trial new race display system

F1 Pitlane Tales: Force India to trial new race display system

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Formula One is set to test a new on-car display system championed by Lewis Hamilton's father Anthony aimed at helping fans to follow a race without having to take their eyes off the action.

EPL PIX: Chelsea fail to fire, Everton sink Newcastle

EPL PIX: Chelsea fail to fire, Everton sink Newcastle

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

There was no way through for Chelsea as Watford halted their recent resurgence in a goalless Premier League stalemate at Vicarage Road while Everton piled more woe on Newcastle United with a 3-0 victory on Wednesday.

As rain eases, Kerala braces for mammoth task of rehabilitation

As rain eases, Kerala braces for mammoth task of rehabilitation

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Over 7.24 lakh displaced people have been sheltered in 5,645 relief camps dotting the state, they said.

EPL PIX: Liverpool frustrated as battling Stoke grab a point

EPL PIX: Liverpool frustrated as battling Stoke grab a point

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

With Liverpool still to visit Chelsea, who trail them by nine points with two games in hand, Juergen Klopp's side may have to beat Brighton & Hove Albion on May 13 and rely on their superior goal difference to qualify for the Champions League, assuming they do not secure it by winning this year's trophy.

'Since August 2019, I've done business only for 25 days'

'Since August 2019, I've done business only for 25 days'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'What matters right now is what I am able to do in these times of distress for the people of J&K.'

All you want to know about dabba trading in bitcoins

All you want to know about dabba trading in bitcoins

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Since trading in virtual currencies is not illegal, they traded in cash or through barter in some instances.

La Liga takes legal action over threats to Zozulya

La Liga takes legal action over threats to Zozulya

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

La Liga has taken legal action against 10 people who allegedly threatened Ukraine international Roman Zozulya following his move to Rayo Vallecano last week, the Spanish league said in a statement on Thursday.

California devastated by deadliest fire in history

California devastated by deadliest fire in history

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

At least 29 people have died so far in the fast-moving wildfire which began in California on November 8. The numbers are expected to rise.

NFL's Houston Texans kneel during anthem after owner's 'inmates' remark

NFL's Houston Texans kneel during anthem after owner's 'inmates' remark

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

Houston Texans team knelt in protest as the national anthem was played for Sunday's game in Seattle, an apparent rebuke of team owner Bob McNair for his remark about "inmates running the prison."

Football Extras: Copa Libertadores final postponed again

Football Extras: Copa Libertadores final postponed again

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

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SC lawyer files complaint against Papon under POSCO Act

SC lawyer files complaint against Papon under POSCO Act

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

"We have no idea what is happening in reality shows when children participate. These kids are below 15 years. These reality shows are harming kids' psyche and their future, too. If they want to continue, then there has to be proper guidelines laid down by the government for them to follow."

EPL: Man City hold Arsenal; Middlesbrough frustrate Swansea

EPL: Man City hold Arsenal; Middlesbrough frustrate Swansea

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played across England on Sunday.

Football Briefs: Fiorentina honour Astori with win over Benevento

Football Briefs: Fiorentina honour Astori with win over Benevento

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

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EPL PHOTOS: United pull off win at Palace in five-goal thriller

EPL PHOTOS: United pull off win at Palace in five-goal thriller

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

IMAGES from the English Premier League match played at Selhurst Park in London on Monday

'My family freaked out when they saw Shivaay trailer'

'My family freaked out when they saw Shivaay trailer'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

'People will talk about the action but I want the people to talk about the emotions.' Ajay Devgn unveils his directorial debut Shivaay.

Vacate PoK: India lashes out at Pak over Kashmir issue

Vacate PoK: India lashes out at Pak over Kashmir issue

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

India on Thursday lashed out at Pakistan for "inciting and supporting" terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir.

Verstappen earns comparisons with Senna, Schumacher

Verstappen earns comparisons with Senna, Schumacher

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Max Verstappen was compared to Formula One greats Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher on Sunday after the Dutch teenager's sensational drive to third place in a wet and chaotic Brazilian Grand Prix. Even father and former racer Jos, the 19-year-old Red Bull driver's biggest fan and fiercest critic, was astonished. "What Max showed here today was really special," he said of a race likely to go down in the sport's annals as one for the ages. In the last 15 laps, after a change to extreme wet tyres, Verstappen passed more than half the starting grid as he went from 16th place to the podium.

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Five talking-points from the Premier League weekend after Manchester City suffered a shock home loss to Crystal Palace, meaning that Liverpool stayed four points clear at the top following their win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Have a look at these photos taken from the incredible world we live in. These are the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition 2020.

Security tightened for Chicago marathon after Boston attack

Security tightened for Chicago marathon after Boston attack

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

Increased security will be in effect for Sunday's Chicago Marathon, the first major marathon staged in the United States since the tragic April bombing at the Boston race, organizers and police said.

5.8 magnitude quake strikes U'khand, tremors felt in north India

5.8 magnitude quake strikes U'khand, tremors felt in north India

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property.

Football Extras: FFA ramps up campaign to free jailed Bahraini refugee

Football Extras: FFA ramps up campaign to free jailed Bahraini refugee

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

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Mammoth comeback

Mammoth comeback

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

The Toyota Fortuner returns in a sleek, feature-packed avatar, writes Joshua David Luther

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal, Everton win; Defoe boosts Sunderland

EPL PHOTOS: Arsenal, Everton win; Defoe boosts Sunderland

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Under-pressure Everton manager Roberto Martinez enjoyed some respite as his struggling side won for the first time in eight league matches.

F1: Temp set to rise in Austria as Vettel and Hamilton face off

F1: Temp set to rise in Austria as Vettel and Hamilton face off

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

'Every great Formula One season is marked by a great rivalry. Last year it was our internal battle between Lewis and Nico and this year it seems that the fight is on between Ferrari and Mercedes and Lewis and Sebastian'

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

'Doesn't matter if two film olds are ungrateful to the industry that have given them all. Just wish they'd exit gracefully and keep their regressive views to themselves.'

What's the easiest thing to win at Rio Olympics?

What's the easiest thing to win at Rio Olympics?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Rio can still pull off a dazzling Games, but organizers are scrambling to sell some 1.7 million tickets, or 28 percent of the scaled-back total made available for sale.

Football Briefs: 'There is no one like Messi in the world'

Football Briefs: 'There is no one like Messi in the world'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

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Soccer Extras: Reds not thinking of Barca loss, says Klopp

Soccer Extras: Reds not thinking of Barca loss, says Klopp

Rediff.com3 May 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

EPL PIX: West Brom stay afloat; Stoke City relegated

EPL PIX: West Brom stay afloat; Stoke City relegated

Rediff.com6 May 2018

Swansea City's hopes of salvaging their place in the Premier League suffered a potentially grievous blow as Ryan Fraser's deflected strike earned Bournemouth a 1-0 win on Saturday to secure another season of top-flight football for the Cherries.

Allardyce 'honoured' to become England manager

Allardyce 'honoured' to become England manager

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Sam Allardyce has been named England manager on a two-year contract, the Football Association said in a statement on Friday.