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Declare Hamas as terror organisation: Israel to India

Declare Hamas as terror organisation: Israel to India

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among first world leaders to condemn the terror attack... India is a very important moral voice in the world and the important countries for us are with us," Gilon said.

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In many ways, David Beckham in his pomp was to football what Virat Kohli is to cricket.

Holders Qatar to host delayed Asian Cup as Gulf influence grows

Holders Qatar to host delayed Asian Cup as Gulf influence grows

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Qatar returns to the spotlight on Friday little more than a year after the first World Cup held in the Arab world when the relocated and delayed 2023 Asian Cup gets underway amid a seismic shift in football's global order.

The man to watch in Hardik Pandya's absence

The man to watch in Hardik Pandya's absence

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Hardik Pandya will miss their World Cup match with England as he continues to recover from a left ankle injury

Ravindra relishing 'dream' World Cup clash with India

Ravindra relishing 'dream' World Cup clash with India

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

New Zealand's in-form batsman Rachin Ravindra is relishing the prospect of going head-to-head with World Cup hosts India in Mumbai on Wednesday when the Black Caps take on Rohit Sharma's side with a place in next Sunday's final at stake.

World One Step Away From Disaster

World One Step Away From Disaster

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

A step away from nuclear weapons being used in conflicts, warns Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar dismissed conspiracy theories around the pitch for the World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand, asking the "morons" to shut up and stop taking potshots at the hosts.

'Modi shouldn't have entered Indian dressing room'

'Modi shouldn't have entered Indian dressing room'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'Would @narendramodi allow his supporters to come and console or congratulate him in his bedroom, dressing room or the toilet?'

'We will be back stronger'

'We will be back stronger'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

The Indian players reflected on their heartbreaking loss against Australia in Sunday's World Cup final.

Duminy claims SA's first World Cup hat-trick

Duminy claims SA's first World Cup hat-trick

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The off-spinner dismissed Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews with the final ball of his eighth over and returned to send back Nuwan Kulasekara and Tharindu Kaushal with the first two deliveries of his next to achieve the milestone in the first quarter-final of the World Cup.

SKY faces injury scare; Kishan suffers bug bite

SKY faces injury scare; Kishan suffers bug bite

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Suryakumar Yadav got a nasty knock on right forearm during the net session on the eve of the match.

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Indian cueist Pankaj Advani rallied to win the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in Doha on Tuesday for a staggering 26th time, beating compatriot Sourav Kothari in the final.

For now it's pure business, getting the job done: Rohit

For now it's pure business, getting the job done: Rohit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'We are focusing on playing good cricket in the next two games. Pressure is always there on us as Indian cricketers. The need is to focus on the game and not on the pressure and challenges from the other side.'

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

India will open their World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai on October 8.

Dec 2023 to April 2024, BJP Has Packed Schedule

Dec 2023 to April 2024, BJP Has Packed Schedule

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Its workers are on their toes to win over the voters once again, with idea of 'Amrit Kaal'.

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with World Cup heroics

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Pat Cummins may be undecided about his future as Australia's One-Day International captain after the World Cup but few of his compatriots will be urging him to stand down after his efforts in India.

World Cup: PCB wants ICC to expedite visa process for media, fans

World Cup: PCB wants ICC to expedite visa process for media, fans

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Saturday wrote to the sport's governing body ICC for expediting the visa process for journalists and fans who wish to travel to India for the World Cup beginning October 5.

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The defeat in the Centurion Test was India's fifth in a row in SENA countries under Head Coach Rahul Dravid.

Win over Lanka should've been more clinical: SA skipper

Win over Lanka should've been more clinical: SA skipper

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma wanted a clinical performance from his bowlers after posting the highest total in World Cup history of 428/5 against Sri Lanka in their tournament-opener, adding that he was satisfied with individual achievements of his players.

Record-breaker Biles wins sixth all-around World title!

Record-breaker Biles wins sixth all-around World title!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

Simone Biles surpassed Belarusian Vitaly Scherbo's record of 33 medals in total at the Olympics and World Championships.

Australia's all-rounders: Key to another WC triumph?

Australia's all-rounders: Key to another WC triumph?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Australia will begin their World Cup campaign against hosts India in Chennai on Sunday.

Meet top 5 heavy hitters ruling the World Cup 2023

Meet top 5 heavy hitters ruling the World Cup 2023

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Let's delve into the performances of the top 5 batters who have amassed the highest run totals in the ongoing 2023 tournament.

'Way to go Netherlands... brilliant!'

'Way to go Netherlands... brilliant!'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

''What an incredible story the Dutch have written.'

Another Upset! Spirited Netherlands humble South Africa

Another Upset! Spirited Netherlands humble South Africa

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

The Netherlands caused the World Cup's second major upset in three days, as it shocked an in-form South Africa by 38 runs.

Captain Cummins ruled fit for India series; Starc to miss Mohali ODI

Captain Cummins ruled fit for India series; Starc to miss Mohali ODI

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Australia captain Pat Cummins said he will play all three ODIs against India after completely recovering from his left wrist injury/

Review: Dunki Lacks Rajkumar Hirani's Touch

Review: Dunki Lacks Rajkumar Hirani's Touch

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Rajkumar Hirani has a mastery in bromance. In Dunki, Sukanya Verma doesn't feel that chemistry one bit, it's more like SRK babysitting a bunch of clueless kids running helter-skelter in a garden believing the grass is always greener on the other side.

India juggernaut faces familiar Kiwi hurdle

India juggernaut faces familiar Kiwi hurdle

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

India were also heavily fancied to beat New Zealand at the same stage of the 2019 edition, only to lose by 18 runs at Old Trafford.

Pakistan run-chase gave Afghans confidence and belief

Pakistan run-chase gave Afghans confidence and belief

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Afghanistan easily beat Sri Lanka in the World Cup match in Pune on Monday and Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi was quick to attribute his team's confidence to the triumphant run-chase against Pakistan.

Kiwi With Bengaluru Link Lights Up Modi Stadium

Kiwi With Bengaluru Link Lights Up Modi Stadium

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Four years ago he watched the World Cup final in a Bengaluru pub. On Thursday, Rachin Ravindra scored a 100 in the World Cup 2023 opening game.

Dr Swaminathan changed India's destiny from begging bowl to food basket

Dr Swaminathan changed India's destiny from begging bowl to food basket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

"As I was working on agriculture, my family wanted me to take over the management of our plantations. But my aim was to master the art of developing new varieties, that is genetics and breeding. As the proverb has it, we reap what we sow. Consequently, sowing the right things is very important," M S Swaminathan had once said.

How Stokes rescued England from World Cup nightmare

How Stokes rescued England from World Cup nightmare

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Stokes ton helps England beat Netherlands, end World Cup losing run

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Earlier, Messi's World Cup-winning team mate Emiliano Martinez won the Lev Yashin award for the world's best goalkeeper.

NZ Game: Will Shami replace Pandya?

NZ Game: Will Shami replace Pandya?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the World Cup match against New Zealand?

World Cup: What Gill has learnt from seniors Rohit and Kohli

World Cup: What Gill has learnt from seniors Rohit and Kohli

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Shubman Gill said the intent within the Indian team, in the build-up to the World Cup, was to improve their chasing record.

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Renowned agricultural scientist M S Swaminathan and the driving force behind the nation's 'Green Revolution,' passed away in Chennai on Thursday.

Struggling Bangladesh aim to revive campaign against Dutch

Struggling Bangladesh aim to revive campaign against Dutch

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Fresh from posting 399 in their previous game, South Africa batting was on fire yet again at the cost of Bangladesh who endured a 149-run rout.

WC: Hungry Mehidy relishes batting promotion in Bangladesh win

WC: Hungry Mehidy relishes batting promotion in Bangladesh win

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

Mehidy and Najmul Hossain Shanto (59 not out) combined for 97, and though Rahmat Shah pulled off a spectacular one-handed catch to end Mehidy's knock, the damage was done as Bangladesh eased to victory.

Can injured Shreyas fight his way into squad for Aus series?

Can injured Shreyas fight his way into squad for Aus series?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Those in the know of things said there seems to be "some amount of stiffness", which will definitely impact his movements during fielding but they are hopeful that it won't turn out to be very serious.

SA seek to shed 'chokers' tag in high-stakes clash vs India

SA seek to shed 'chokers' tag in high-stakes clash vs India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

South Africa are on a four-match winning streak as they face Rohit Sharma's unbeaten side in a top-of-the-table clash at the Eden Gardens

After close call South Africa to fine-tune run-chase

After close call South Africa to fine-tune run-chase

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

South Africa should have been more clinical in the run-chase against Pakistan during the World Cup match in Chennai on Friday, said skipper Temba Bavuma, adding they were lucky to escape by the skin of their teeth.