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Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Rediff.com6 days ago

Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement after a frustrating start to the season, saying all options are open despite his Red Bull contract till 2028.

French Formula One GP called off

French Formula One GP called off

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The Formula One season has yet to start and the race at the southern circuit is the 10th to be affected by the new coronavirus.

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices have more than doubled to a record high, impacting airlines and consumers, while commercial LPG rates also see a significant increase.

Varun Chakravarthy reveals formula for success at T20 World Cup

Varun Chakravarthy reveals formula for success at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Indian spinner Varun Chakaravarthy attributes his success to increased bowling speed and revolutions, emphasizing his focus on perfecting existing skills and adapting to varying pitch conditions.

Formula One title permutations

Formula One title permutations

Rediff.com18 Oct 2007

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton (107 points), Fernando Alonso (103) and Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen (100) will battle it out for the Formula One championship in the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend.

Kush Maini to test Alpine F1 car in Abu Dhabi

Kush Maini to test Alpine F1 car in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Kush Maini will get the taste of a modern Formula 1 machinery for the very first time when he takes the wheel of the current Alpine car in the Young Driver Test.

My power-sharing formula is a 'political bomb', CM Stalin rattled: Vijay

My power-sharing formula is a 'political bomb', CM Stalin rattled: Vijay

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Assuring a social justice-driven regime if voted to power, Vijay, addressing a rally at Seelanaickenpatti, in Salem, dramatically hit back at those who mocked at him by alleging that he merely stayed back at home, though claiming to have entered politics.

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

How AI is Deciphering the Secrets of Intricate Kolam Designs

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, traditionally drawn by hand in South India. This innovative approach transforms a cultural art form into a complex computational challenge, with potential applications in various fields.

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

AI Algorithm Cracks the Code of Intricate Kolam Art

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm capable of generating intricate 'sikku' kolam patterns, an ancient Indian art form traditionally drawn by hand. The algorithm transforms this cultural practice into a complex computational challenge with potential applications in various technical fields.

Formula One cancels 2022 Russian Grand Prix

Formula One cancels 2022 Russian Grand Prix

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Russia launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, sea and air on Thursday.

'Dhurandhar 2 Will Make 2,000 Crores'

'Dhurandhar 2 Will Make 2,000 Crores'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Ramgopal Varma: 'Even if they think it's a horrible film, it'll do 2,000 crores'.

Formula One to launch diversity task force

Formula One to launch diversity task force

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Formula One said the task force would listen to a range of people, including drivers, to identify what needed to be done to improve diversity and opportunity.

10 Reasons Why Akshaye Khanna Is So Appealing

10 Reasons Why Akshaye Khanna Is So Appealing

Rediff.com5 days ago

Explore the enduring appeal of Akshaye Khanna, the actor who, despite a quiet persona and unconventional career choices, continues to captivate audiences and critics alike, recently gaining viral recognition for his role in Dhurandhar.

Dhurandhar: Storytelling In The Age Of Restless Viewers

Dhurandhar: Storytelling In The Age Of Restless Viewers

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

If the stories are food for the mind then our digestive system has changed. If they are a piece of art, our gaze has altered. This calls for a change not in stories, but in the grammar of storytelling so that it can cut through the deluge and gluttony and force people to savour, appreciate and re-visit it. That is what the creators of Taskaree or Dhurandhar are trying, points out Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

'Delhi Leaders Can't Read The Minds Of Tamil Nadu People'

'Delhi Leaders Can't Read The Minds Of Tamil Nadu People'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'The BJP is projected as a party that follows Hindu politics, talking about religion, gods and goddess all the time.'
'People of Tamil Nadu are not bothered about religion in politics.' 'That is why Tamil Nadu people do not encourage the BJP.'

Bollywood cheers Formula One

Bollywood cheers Formula One

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrites are tweeting.

India strong enough to win all three ICC limited-overs titles: Atherton

India strong enough to win all three ICC limited-overs titles: Atherton

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Former England captain Michael Atherton believes India is the 'pre-eminent' white-ball team and has a strong chance of holding all three ICC limited-overs titles after their T20 World Cup win.

The formula that finally won Vidarbha a ODI crown...

The formula that finally won Vidarbha a ODI crown...

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Vidarbha's dominant title run in the Vijay Hazare Trophy was a result of the players' belief in each other which helped them overcome challenging situations successfully, reckoned head coach Usman Ghani.

Formula One postpones Australian GP, China uncertain

Formula One postpones Australian GP, China uncertain

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Australia was given a new date of Nov. 21 for the race in Melbourne.

Wurz retires from Formula One

Wurz retires from Formula One

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

Williams driver Alex Wurz announced his immediate retirement and said that he would not be taking part in the season's final race in Brazil.

TVS Ntorq 150 Review: Lightweight, Fast and Surprisingly Practical

TVS Ntorq 150 Review: Lightweight, Fast and Surprisingly Practical

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The TVS Ntorq 150 brings stronger performance, modern features and lightweight agility to India's growing performance scooter segment, discovers Rajesh Alva.

Jazz City Review: Over-Ambitious Historical Fiction

Jazz City Review: Over-Ambitious Historical Fiction

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Jazz City could have been enjoyable had it not been so densely over-plotted and unevenly executed, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Anahat Singh Targets Squash Top 10 After Asian Success

Anahat Singh Targets Squash Top 10 After Asian Success

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Seventeen-year-old Anahat Singh, the youngest Asian to break into the world's top 20 squash rankings, discusses her ambitions to reach the top 10 and her approach to handling expectations and maintaining her game.

Formula One: Mercedes secure trophy

Formula One: Mercedes secure trophy

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

Russian Grand Prix winner Lewis Hamilton might cover the distance in a matter of minutes but it has taken more than half a century for Mercedes to add their names to the likes of Ferrari, McLaren and Williams.

PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

PIX: Norris ends Verstappen's reign with maiden F1 Championship

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

McLaren, who secured the constructors' championship in October for the second year in a row, won both titles in the same season for the first time since 1998.

At 11, Verstappen fan Atiqa Mir dares to dream of F1

At 11, Verstappen fan Atiqa Mir dares to dream of F1

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'Atiqa's rise through the karting ranks has unfolded on grids where she is often one of the only girls competing against a bunch of "bullying" boys, and she doesn't shy away from bullying them back.'

Coronavirus puts Chinese Formula One race in doubt

Coronavirus puts Chinese Formula One race in doubt

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Shanghai sports authorities have recommended the suspension of all sporting events in the city due to the coronavirus outbreak, casting further doubt on whether the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix will take place. This year's calendar has a record 22 races, leaving little chance of any rescheduling. Russia, whose race is in September but has previously been held in April, has already ruled out a date swap.

'Formula One needs a real revolution'

'Formula One needs a real revolution'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

Formula One needs to go through a 'real revolution' by 2017 with cars making the sort of noise that heavy metal rock fans would appreciate, according to Ferrari boss Maurizio Arrivabene.

Montoya to leave Formula One

Montoya to leave Formula One

Rediff.com9 Jul 2006

The McLaren driver will leave Formula One at the end of this season to drive in NASCAR.

Formula One broadens its horizons

Formula One broadens its horizons

Rediff.com1 Mar 2004

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Lando Norris: The Gen Z Champion Who Silenced His Doubters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Mocked, misjudged, written off, Lando Norris's carves own road to F1 Glory

'I Sat At Home For 3 Years; Don't Want To Go Back There'

'I Sat At Home For 3 Years; Don't Want To Go Back There'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

'I don't want to do silly or meaningless work anymore.'

Formula One furloughs staff as bosses take pay cuts

Formula One furloughs staff as bosses take pay cuts

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Formula One has put almost half its staff on furlough until the end of May due to the novel coronavirus with chairman Chase Carey and senior management also taking a pay cut, an F1 spokesman said on Tuesday. Sources said those on furlough were mainly employees whose work was focused on race weekend activities and who could not carry out duties remotely. The Liberty Media-owned company employs in excess of 500 people.

Argentina coach vows to stick with winning formula at World Cup

Argentina coach vows to stick with winning formula at World Cup

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the World champions will stick to the same winning formula that delivered glory at the Qatar 2022 World Cup after on Friday finding out their group opponents for next year's global tournament.

Formula One pays tribute to Schumacher at 50

Formula One pays tribute to Schumacher at 50

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher turned 50 on Thursday with Formula One and his fans paying tribute to the sport's most successful driver with a mixture of celebration and sorrow.

Schumi's son continues pursuit towards Formula One

Schumi's son continues pursuit towards Formula One

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Michael Schumacher's 17-year-old son Mick, who made his debut in German F4 series last year, continues his push towards Formula One as he is all set to race in this season's Italian series as well.

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The cricketing world hailed India after their dominant 96-run win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, with legends praising the team's power-packed batting and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance.

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The July 2 Austrian Grand Prix was a high water mark for the sport with just four people having to process an avalanche of some 1,200 potential violations.

Formula One bids farewell to Jules Bianchi

Formula One bids farewell to Jules Bianchi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Formula One world champions past and present paid their respects to Jules Bianchi and mourned one of their own at the French driver's funeral on Tuesday.

Rossi says no to Formula One

Rossi says no to Formula One

Rediff.com25 May 2006