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Battle of Titans: Race to claim the IOC crown heats up

Battle of Titans: Race to claim the IOC crown heats up

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

World athletics chief Sebastian Coe, multi-millionaire and Olympic newcomer Johan Eliasch and Zimbabwe's Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry are among seven candidates for next year's International Olympic Committee presidency election, the IOC said on Monday.

Saddam Hussein in Rajkot?

Saddam Hussein in Rajkot?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Tall and well-built, his face and hairstyle extremely similar to Saddam's, Amlani has always savoured every moment of his fame.

Mamta Kulkarni: 'I Have Not Come Back For Bollywood'

Mamta Kulkarni: 'I Have Not Come Back For Bollywood'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

'I have no connection with the D (drug) world.'

Al Hussein too good for Dempo

Al Hussein too good for Dempo

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

The Jordanian side beat India's Federation Cup champions 3-0 in the AFC Cup first leg match.

Saddam Hussein to write a novel

Saddam Hussein to write a novel

Rediff.com2 May 2004

His interrogators hope it will provide clues to his mindset, and how to handle the situation in Iraq today.

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The United States has called for a 21 day ceasefire on the Israel-Lebanon border to prevent an escalation of war and give diplomacy a chance there and in Gaza.

Don't miss: Chhavi Hussein's inspiring post for new mums

Don't miss: Chhavi Hussein's inspiring post for new mums

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

The actor gets real about the struggles of motherhood and pregnancy.

East Bengal advance to AFC Challenge quarters

East Bengal advance to AFC Challenge quarters

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

East Bengal, who trailed Nejmeh by two points heading into this encounter, took the lead in the eighth minute when Madih Talal's corner kick was inadvertently headed into his own net by Baba Musah at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu.

Indian leaders condemn Saddam Hussein's execution

Indian leaders condemn Saddam Hussein's execution

Rediff.com30 Dec 2006

In a strong reaction, Congress said the execution was not the solution to the problem.

Former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein executed

Former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein executed

Rediff.com30 Dec 2006

Saddam was sentenced to death for killing 148 Shias in 1982.

Al Hussein, Dempo to clash in AFC Cup

Al Hussein, Dempo to clash in AFC Cup

Rediff.com5 Apr 2005

Group leaders Al Hussein of Jordan need a draw to stay on top at the end of the first leg matches in AFC Cup.

Sirens go off as Israel strikes down 'suspicious aerial targets'

Sirens go off as Israel strikes down 'suspicious aerial targets'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

The tensions between the two countries continue to remain high as several suspected drones launched from Lebanon were shot down by Israeli air defences on Sunday, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said.

Saddam Hussein given PoW status

Saddam Hussein given PoW status

Rediff.com10 Jan 2004

The International Committee of the Red Cross has submitted a request to visit the captured Iraqi president.

Saddam Hussein to be handed over to Iraq

Saddam Hussein to be handed over to Iraq

Rediff.com15 Jun 2004

But the US plans to keep over 5,000 prisoners deemed a threat to the coalition forces.

Olympics soccer: France struggle; Spain, Japan in last eight

Olympics soccer: France struggle; Spain, Japan in last eight

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Hosts France secured a second straight victory as Kiliann Sildillia struck for a 1-0 success over Guinea, while Spain and Japan reached the quarter-finals in the second matchday of the men's Olympic soccer tournament on Saturday.

The Royal Wedding Of The Year

The Royal Wedding Of The Year

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

On Thursday, June 1, 2023, Jordan's 28-year-old Crown Prince Hussein married Rajwa al-Saif, a 29-year-old Saudi architect, at a glittering wedding ceremony attended by global royalty, including Britain's prince and princess of Wales.

T20 World Cup: Why India are the big favourites!

T20 World Cup: Why India are the big favourites!

Rediff.com28 May 2024

England's World Cup-winning former skipper Eoin Morgan picked India as his favourites to win the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Maradona delights in FIFA scandal; backs Prince Hussein for top job

Maradona delights in FIFA scandal; backs Prince Hussein for top job

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Diego Maradona, one of soccer's most gifted players, said he was "enjoying" the spectacle of several of the world governing body's top officials charged with corruption after US and Swiss authorities announced investigations on Wednesday.

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Israel is counting on the United States to enter the fray on their behalf and perform destructive strikes against these targets that are beyond Israel's conventional capabilities.' 'They may well get their way if they start a war, because the United States is still committed to Israel's security, and it won't matter whether it is Trump or Harris in the White House.'

AIFF demands probe into Qatar's controversial goal vs India

AIFF demands probe into Qatar's controversial goal vs India

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

AIFF seeks investigation into Qatar's controversial goal against India

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Clearly, her father hopes that a successful tenure in Lahore will give Maryam the ballast to be prime minister after the next general election.

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Thursday refused to debate with his Democratic rival and Vice President Kamala Harris until the Democrats formally decide on their nominee, whereas the latter said that she is ready for a debate.

Karnataka: BJP-JD(S) to fight for second Rajya Sabha seat

Karnataka: BJP-JD(S) to fight for second Rajya Sabha seat

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The Rajya Sabha election scene in Karnataka heated up with the Bharatiya Janata Party-Janata Dal (Secular) combine fielding its second candidate, even though the alliance has the strength to win only one out four seats.

Karnataka RS race: Cong to lodge MLAs in a hotel

Karnataka RS race: Cong to lodge MLAs in a hotel

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Apparently aimed at keeping the flock together ahead of the Rajya Sabha polls, all ruling Congress MLAs in Karnataka will stay put together at a hotel in Bengaluru on Monday after the budget session of the state legislature concludes and will later also travel together for voting the next day.

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Inzamam 2.0: Will his choices lead Pakistan to WC glory?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Inzamam expects second stint as Pakistan chief selector to be even better

Sooooo Many Mercedes-Benz Cars!

Sooooo Many Mercedes-Benz Cars!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

A classic Mercedes Benz rally in Mumbai

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed a host of world leaders, including United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, at the Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the G20 Summit.

Modi's Edifice Complex

Modi's Edifice Complex

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

To understand Modi, listen to what he does not say -- vide NRC, suggests Prem Panicker.

Earthquake's Aftermath: The Search For Life

Earthquake's Aftermath: The Search For Life

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

When the earthquake ended late on Friday, September 8, 2023, villages and towns carved into the Atlas Mountains lay devastated, with hundreds dead, countless homes ruined beyond repair.

Trump lobs racially charged attacks at Republican rival Nikki Haley

Trump lobs racially charged attacks at Republican rival Nikki Haley

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Trump's attack against Haley, a daughter of Indian immigrants who served as his UN ambassador, comes days before a hotly contested New Hampshire primary that could determine the trajectory of the party's presidential nomination contest.

In a first, IIT-Madras to set up campus in Tanzania

In a first, IIT-Madras to set up campus in Tanzania

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The first IIT campus outside India will come up in Tanzania's Zanzibar and it is expected to launch academic programmes in October, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy, which regards itself as the 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region, has also stepped up to the plate, with a warship stationed at all times off the Gulf of Aden for counter-piracy tasks. 91 Indian warships have been deployed in the region since 2008, patrolling high risk areas where piracy was rampant.

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Retired Ivorian player and Chelsea legend Didier Drogba: "They did it!!!! Well done Morocco for this feat. Long live Africa."

IS announces leader al-Qurashi's death in battle, names successor

IS announces leader al-Qurashi's death in battle, names successor

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Hashimi al-Qurashi is said to have been killed, according to the spokesman for the terrorist group, Abu Omar al-Muhajir, reported Danish media TV2 Play.

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

How Indo-Pak cricket thrived in Musharraf's rule

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, loved his cricket.

120 kg of heroin worth Rs 600 cr seized in Gujarat, 3 held

120 kg of heroin worth Rs 600 cr seized in Gujarat, 3 held

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Earlier, in September, authorities seized around 3,000 kg of the drug at the Mundra port in Gujarat's Kutch district.

UK police launch probe over Mo Farah's revelations

UK police launch probe over Mo Farah's revelations

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Farah said his name had been changed from Hussein Abdi Kahin in the fake travel documents used to fly him to Britain by a woman he had never met before.

No place for extremism in Bihar: Tejashwi on JD-U leader's 'Karbala' remarks

No place for extremism in Bihar: Tejashwi on JD-U leader's 'Karbala' remarks

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

He pointed out that "politicians should ensure that they are not spreading linguistic terror, further they should make limited comments only."

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

How Hakki Pikkis Inspired Operation Kaveri

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Hakki Pikkis are a semi-nomadic tribe, traditionally of bird catchers and hunters, from Karnataka. Their knowledge of the forest and traditional medicine is extensive and is prized by the Sudanese community.

PIX: Ronaldo fires Portugal to win; England ease past Ukraine

PIX: Ronaldo fires Portugal to win; England ease past Ukraine

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo continued his record-breaking form for Portugal as he grabbed two more goals in his country's 6-0 thrashing of Luxembourg in a Euro 2024 qualifier on Sunday.