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Dipa eyes Olympic berth with strong performances in Baku and Doha

Dipa eyes Olympic berth with strong performances in Baku and Doha

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Dipa Karmakar will look to secure an Olympic berth with 'some good performances' at back-to-back Artistic Gymnastics World Cups

We will fight terrorism: Israeli foreign minister

We will fight terrorism: Israeli foreign minister

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Taking a tough line, Israel has indicated that it will continue to ignore the UN Security Council resolution seeking ceasefire in Gaza, until it has achieved its objectives of weakening Hamas and stopping the smuggling of arms in the region from Egypt.

Not losing weight? Blame it on health foods

Not losing weight? Blame it on health foods

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The most important thing is to get your portion size right.

Djokovic the man to beat, again, at Melbourne Park

Djokovic the man to beat, again, at Melbourne Park

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Djokovic may never feel the affections of the crowd savoured by Federer and Spaniard Rafael Nadal but his record of 16 Grand Slam titles is proof that tennis is no popularity contest.

Biles wins record 25th World Championship medal

Biles wins record 25th World Championship medal

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The four-time Olympic champion is now the owner of 19 gold medals across four championships against 12 for Belarusian Vitaly Scherbo, who competed in five World events between 1991 and 1996.

Why Irfan is not in the Test squad

Why Irfan is not in the Test squad

Rediff.com13 Feb 2009

A statistical look at the leading Indian pacers ahead of the tour of New Zealand.

Swiggy unveils 'Daily', the first-of-its-kind homestyle meal app

Swiggy unveils 'Daily', the first-of-its-kind homestyle meal app

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

To make the service a hassle-free everyday option, Daily will allow users to schedule their meals in advance or opt for a daily, weekly or monthly subscription.

V-Day recipes: Strawberry Truffles, Eggless Tiramisu and more

V-Day recipes: Strawberry Truffles, Eggless Tiramisu and more

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

Vishaka Rautela tells you how to plan a surprise date at home.

Del Potro wins to spoil Roddick return

Del Potro wins to spoil Roddick return

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Juan Martin Del Potro spoiled Andy Roddick's return to the tour after a month-long hiatus by upsetting the top seed and world number five 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 to win the Washington Classic on Sunday.

Manipur insurgents slay army major

Manipur insurgents slay army major

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

Though the identity of the insurgents was not known, police said it suspected that they belonged to the banned United National Liberation Front.

Dipa wins gold in Gymnastics World Cup

Dipa wins gold in Gymnastics World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

The 24-year-old from Tripura, who had finished fourth in vault event in the 2016 Rio Olympics, scored 14.150 to win gold. She had topped the qualification also with a score of 13.400.

Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

You can consume 5 to 10 ml of water per kilogram of body weight in the two to four hours before a workout

Sack Ponting, demands Roebuck

Sack Ponting, demands Roebuck

Rediff.com7 Jan 2008

Australia should immediately sack its arrogant and abrasive captain Ricky Ponting and it's a surprise that India has not called off the tour and gone back home, said an aghast Peter Roebuck.

Govt meets divestment target for 2nd year running. Here's how

Govt meets divestment target for 2nd year running. Here's how

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

While divestment through IPOs saw an over 90 per cent drop as compared to the previous financial year, the exchange traded fund (ETF) route proved to be a shot in the arm for the government, reports Sundar Sethuraman.

Inflation falls to 3.23%

Inflation falls to 3.23%

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Inflation further eased to 3.23 per cent for the week ended September 15, compared to 3.32 per cent for the previous week, mainly due to fall in prices of fruits and vegetables, pulses, milk and some manufactured items.

World Cup-bound gymnasts left stranded

World Cup-bound gymnasts left stranded

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Bhati claimed that SAI Project Manager Rajinder Pathania is not clearing the team because he wants to go for the two events.

England plunder runs against Windies

England plunder runs against Windies

Rediff.com19 May 2007

Three English batsmen scored centuries as England Day 2 on 553 for five, in the first Test.

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

'It is amazing at Golconda Fort. It was a fantastic two days in Hyderabad,' she said.

Bush leaves Pak after 26-hour visit

Bush leaves Pak after 26-hour visit

Rediff.com5 Mar 2006

Pakistan Foreign Minister Khurshid M Kasuri saw him off at the airport at the Chaklala Defence Airbase in Rawalpindi.

No waiver joy in suicide zones

No waiver joy in suicide zones

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

Business Standard's investigations in two of the four states (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala) covered under the prime minister's relief package for farmers following loan-related suicides show that the latest waiver will not reach the deserving for several reasons.

Don't bother joining this Fight Club

Don't bother joining this Fight Club

Rediff.com17 Feb 2006

Pak-Afghan pact on terror

Pak-Afghan pact on terror

Rediff.com23 Mar 2005

Among other things, presidents Pervez Musharraf and Hamid Karzai also discussed the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan- Pakistan gas pipeline project.

India and the economics of good intentions

India and the economics of good intentions

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Good intentions are best left to political parties, governments and religious establishments, suggests T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

What's all the hullabaloo over CAA!

What's all the hullabaloo over CAA!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

'Whatever the legal position, it is my understanding that in practice, the Indian authorities have always treated Hindu refugees from Pakistan and Bangladesh far more sympathetically than Muslims,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

How this 30 YO consultant lost over 15 kg in 60 days

How this 30 YO consultant lost over 15 kg in 60 days

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Rediff reader Navneet, 30 from Vadodara tells us how he lost 15 kg with the right diet and exercise.

Parliament stalls as Cong seeks

Parliament stalls as Cong seeks

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for nearly two hours.

Ganesha recipe: How to make modak at home

Ganesha recipe: How to make modak at home

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

Bhagyashree Zore shares a traditional recipe.

Kiwis on top despite McGrath's six wickets

Kiwis on top despite McGrath's six wickets

Rediff.com11 Mar 2005

Glenn McGrath captured six wickets as Australia bowled out New Zealand for 433 on the second day of the first Test in Christchurch on Friday.

Why India's top gymnasts Dipa, Rakesh are unhappy

Why India's top gymnasts Dipa, Rakesh are unhappy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

With uncertainty hovering over India's participation in next month's Artistic Gymnastic World Championship, top gymnasts Rakesh Patra and Dipa Karmakar feel not taking part in the competition will affect their preparations for the Tokyo Olympics.

10 foods you must include in your diet

10 foods you must include in your diet

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Oncologist Dr Zankhana Buch, AyurVAID Hospital tells us why these foods could help you lead a healthy lifestyle.

What ails the MiG?

What ails the MiG?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2003

Children's Day recipes: Fruit Lollies, Choco Cupcake and more

Children's Day recipes: Fruit Lollies, Choco Cupcake and more

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Slurrp! These mouth-watering dishes will make Children's Day special for your kids.

Fernandes to discard kurta pyjama for flying suit

Fernandes to discard kurta pyjama for flying suit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003

The defence minister will spend about 30 to 45 minutes on board the IAF's frontline SU-30MKI.

7 healthy reasons why you should donate blood

7 healthy reasons why you should donate blood

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The simple process could also help you identify issues like blood pressure concerns, hemoglobin or low blood count.

The restaurant where everything's on sale!

The restaurant where everything's on sale!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Plum is -- in no particular order -- a high energy bar, a restaurant for a five-course meal and a delectable home decor store.

How the Rio Olympics ban has affected these Russian athletes

How the Rio Olympics ban has affected these Russian athletes

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Here is the current state of play among the 28 Olympic sports.