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PICS: Messi's Miami stunned by Atlanta in MLS play-offs

PICS: Messi's Miami stunned by Atlanta in MLS play-offs

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

Miami were overwhelming favourites to win it all after producing a league record 74 points in the regular season but could not keep the momentum after Matias Rojas' close-range goal in the 17th minute and Messi's score in the 65th minute.

Gukesh holds Ding: Chess C'ship heads for dramatic finale

Gukesh holds Ding: Chess C'ship heads for dramatic finale

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

The draw left both players on an identical tally of 6.5 points each, with just one game left in the 14-round classical time control format, still shy of 1 point in order to win the title.

Krishna stands out among the ruins before Rahul's bizarre dismissal

Krishna stands out among the ruins before Rahul's bizarre dismissal

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Jurel and Nitish Kumar Reddy then safely saw off the bowling to stay 73 for 5 till close of play, taking a 11-run lead.

Directorate of Arts okayed Shivaji statue model, but...: Officials

Directorate of Arts okayed Shivaji statue model, but...: Officials

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The directorate grants approval to the statues of iconic personalities if they are found to be carrying the facial and other physical features of those personalities well. The 35-foot statue of the Maratha empire founder, installed at Rajkot fort in Sindhudurg's Malvan tehsil and unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December last year, collapsed on Monday.

Red Fort violence orchestrated by BJP: Kejriwal

Red Fort violence orchestrated by BJP: Kejriwal

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Extending his support to the farmers agitating in the national capital against the three farm laws, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party workers of perpetrating the violence that took place on Republic Day at Red Fort during farmers' tractor rally.

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

New York, on the East Coast, hosted several preliminary-round matches of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, which it co-hosted with the West Indies.

'Divisive agenda': Oppn slams Modi's 'communal civil code' remark

'Divisive agenda': Oppn slams Modi's 'communal civil code' remark

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

'The non-biological PM's capacity for malice, mischief, and maligning of history knows no bounds. It was on full display today from the Red Fort'

#Make-UpCheck: Has Kareena Done It Right?

#Make-UpCheck: Has Kareena Done It Right?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Now, you can visit Alia's shop... Tara is festive-ready... Kangana is on holiday...

'Man-management is Shastri's forte'

'Man-management is Shastri's forte'

Rediff.com27 May 2022

'He builds confidence in players. He has the knack of motivating people.' 'A few good words from Ravi and that player will be an altogether different player in minutes.'

Maha govt floats tender for new Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg

Maha govt floats tender for new Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In the wake of collapse of the Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg, the Maharashtra government has issued a tender for the construction of a new 60-foot-tall statue there, nearly twice the size of the previous one, officials said on Wednesday.

ISL: Punjab's stunning comeback shocks Chennaiyin

ISL: Punjab's stunning comeback shocks Chennaiyin

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Punjab FC picked up a sensational 3-2 come-from-behind victory over Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League, in New Delhi on Thursday.

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to host the Olympic Games in 2036.

Yash Dhull's journey from heart surgery to Ranji ton

Yash Dhull's journey from heart surgery to Ranji ton

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Delhi batter Yash Dhull expressed gratefulness on his return to action following a heart surgery back in July.

Crimes against women should be...: Modi amid Kolkata rape case

Crimes against women should be...: Modi amid Kolkata rape case

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

The fear of punishment must be struck among the perpetrators, he said. "Those who commit such sins should know that they will be hanged."

Watch Live! PM Modi addresses nation from Red Fort

Watch Live! PM Modi addresses nation from Red Fort

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

This is Modi's eighth straight Independence Day speech from the historic Red Fort

Diwali Recipe: Kabita's Matar Kheer

Diwali Recipe: Kabita's Matar Kheer

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

A flavourful twist on traditional Indian kheer!

Nitya Pandya leads India U-19's charge on opening day

Nitya Pandya leads India U-19's charge on opening day

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Nitya Pandya led India Under-19's charge with a fluent 94 as the hosts finished at 316/5 on the opening day of the second youth Test against Australia.

Agencies received intel alert on Red Fort violence

Agencies received intel alert on Red Fort violence

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Sources claimed that in the meeting, it was also discussed to close the Red fort from 20th January to 27th January and a clarification was sought from Delhi Police.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

PGA Tour golfer Murray died by suicide, says family

PGA Tour golfer Murray died by suicide, says family

Rediff.com27 May 2024

American Murray's death came a day after he withdrew from the Charles Schwab Challenge in Fort Worth, Texas.

Modi 3rd PM to deliver 11 I-Day speeches after Nehru, Indira

Modi 3rd PM to deliver 11 I-Day speeches after Nehru, Indira

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

The record lies with first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru who did the honours 17 times from 1947 to 1964.

150 yrs late: Court rejects woman's plea claiming ownership of Red Fort

150 yrs late: Court rejects woman's plea claiming ownership of Red Fort

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

A woman claiming to be the widow of great grandson of Mughal king Bahadur Shah Zafar-II moved the Delhi high court on Monday seeking that the Red Fort which was illegally taken over by British East India Company be handed over to her on the grounds that she was the legal heir.

PIX: India avoid follow-on after tail wags on Day 4

PIX: India avoid follow-on after tail wags on Day 4

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Images from Day 4 of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Tuesday.

'Petty mindset': Rahul's I-Day celebrations seating triggers row

'Petty mindset': Rahul's I-Day celebrations seating triggers row

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Gandhi was seen sitting behind a few rows of seats, which were occupied by members of the Indian contingent that took part in the recently-held Paris Games.

Red Fort incidents look like a trap: Deep Sidhu

Red Fort incidents look like a trap: Deep Sidhu

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The 36-year-old Sidhu is in the eye of a storm for being among the protesters who put up a religious flag atop the Red Fort on Republic Day.

Eagerly look forward to...: LoP Rahul arrives in US

Eagerly look forward to...: LoP Rahul arrives in US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

During his visit from September 8-10, the Congress leader would hold numerous interactions in Washington DC and Dallas, including at the University of Georgetown and the University of Texas.

What Modi May Say In I-Day Address

What Modi May Say In I-Day Address

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'Given our turbulent neighbourhood, the prime minister is likely to emphasise on democratic dividend as the reason behind India's continuous prosperity.'

Man who hoisted religious flag at Red Fort gets protection from arrest

Man who hoisted religious flag at Red Fort gets protection from arrest

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Fearing arrest, Singh had moved Delhi's Tis Hazari court seeking anticipatory bail in two cases related to the violence.

Tunnel reaching Red Fort found at Delhi Assembly

Tunnel reaching Red Fort found at Delhi Assembly

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Ram Niwas Goel said that the tunnel connects the legislative assembly to Red Fort and was used by the Britons to avoid reprisal while moving freedom fighters.

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

He was a formidable musician but seemed utterly human, a Peter Pan who wore his genius with deceptive lightness. Sandip Roy remembers Ustad Zakir Hussain.

R-Day violence: Man who climbed Red Fort dome arrested

R-Day violence: Man who climbed Red Fort dome arrested

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Jaspreet Singh is one of the associates of Maninder Singh, who was arrested last Tuesday for allegedly swinging swords with the intent of "motivating" and "energising" the protesters at the historic monument.

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.

Shivaji Maharaj statue collapse: Sculptor came to surrender, says counsel

Shivaji Maharaj statue collapse: Sculptor came to surrender, says counsel

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Sculptor Jaydeep Apte, who has been arrested in connection with the collapse of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue, came to meet his family at Kalyan in Thane district as he wanted to surrender before the police, his counsel has claimed.

Love trekking? Visit these 10 forts near Mumbai

Love trekking? Visit these 10 forts near Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Milind Bhade presents a list of 10 forts near Mumbai that offer a slice of history along with breathtaking views.

What Lakshya Sen Told Modi

What Lakshya Sen Told Modi

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

'When I met Lakshya for the first time, he was very small but now he has grown up.'

Mewar's Royal Vs Royal Battle Continues

Mewar's Royal Vs Royal Battle Continues

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Mahendra Singh, whose death has convulsed the Mewar royal family's succession issues, was himself excluded from the family trust by his father who gave control to the younger son, Arvind Singh. It is this decision that years later has cast a shadow on Vishvaraj Singh's coronation, reports Prakash Bhandari.

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

A brilliant brace from Alaaeddine Ajaraie and a goal by Guillermo Fernandez off the bench saw NorthEast United FC prevail over Odisha FC 3-2 in a thrilling Indian Super League match in Guwahati on Sunday.

India's Adelaide Dilemma: Rahul Or...?

India's Adelaide Dilemma: Rahul Or...?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second Test against Australia in Adelaide?

World C'ship: Stalemate continues as Gukesh-Liren play another draw

World C'ship: Stalemate continues as Gukesh-Liren play another draw

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The second, fourth, fifth and sixth games had ended in draws.

ISL: Borja's hat-trick steals the show vs East Bengal

ISL: Borja's hat-trick steals the show vs East Bengal

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Led by Borja Herrera's sensational hat-trick, FC Goa secured their first win of their Indian Super League 2024-25 campaign as they edged past hosts East Bengal 3-2 in Kolkata on Friday.