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Like Rakul's Vibe?

Like Rakul's Vibe?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Preity in Paris... Swastika in Boston... Tillotama in Kenya...

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to the Nation newspaper, Kiptum was driving his Rwandan coach and a woman in a car near the Rift Valley village where he was born when the accident occurred.

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The medals tally at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

Govt exempts non-basmati white rice from export duty

Govt exempts non-basmati white rice from export duty

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Withdrawing a blanket ban on overseas shipments of non-basmati white rice, the government on Saturday imposed a floor price of $490 per tonne and exempted the commodity from export duty. Exports of non-basmati white rice have been banned since July 20, 2023 to boost domestic supply. "The export policy for non-basmati white rice (semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or gazed) ...is amended from prohibited to free, subject to MEP (minimum export price) of $490 per tonne with immediate effect and until further orders," the directorate general of foreign trade (DGFT) said in a notification.

NZ vs SA: Who will lift the Women's T20 WC trophy?

NZ vs SA: Who will lift the Women's T20 WC trophy?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Women's T20 World Cup set for first-time champion as New Zealand-South Africa clash in final

IN PICS: The MAGIC of Kenya

IN PICS: The MAGIC of Kenya

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Here are five new things you can do while in Kenya this summer.

Ethiopia's Tola breaks Olympic record to win Marathon

Ethiopia's Tola breaks Olympic record to win Marathon

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Tola had an 18-second lead by the 35km mark, which he extended as the Eiffel Tower came into sight and crowds lining the streets roared him on. He became the first Ethiopian winner of the Olympic men's marathon in 24 years.

Kenya, Kazakhstan score

Kenya, Kazakhstan score

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

The teams will now play-off for 5th-6th positions in the women's hockey tournament at the Afro-Asian Games.

Parul, Aldrin crash out of Paris Olympics

Parul, Aldrin crash out of Paris Olympics

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Long jumper Aldrin and 3000m steeplechaser Parul exit from Paris Olympics

147 students killed in Kenya university attack

147 students killed in Kenya university attack

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

Somalia-based Al Shabaab militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Mudassar named Kenya coach

Mudassar named Kenya coach

Rediff.com24 Jan 2005

The former Pakistan captain was appointed on an interim basis.

Kenya bans seven more athletes for doping

Kenya bans seven more athletes for doping

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Kenya, facing scrutiny from world anti-doping officials and criticism that it is not doing enough to tackle the problem, has banned seven more athletes for doping offences, raising the total number of Kenyan drug cases in the last three years to 40.

Despite deaths, India to get more cheetahs from Africa

Despite deaths, India to get more cheetahs from Africa

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

The 'Action Plan for Reintroduction of Cheetah in India' talks about bringing around 12-14 cheetahs each year from South Africa, Namibia, and other African countries for five years to establish a founder stock.

PICS: The best of the Zurich Diamond League meet

PICS: The best of the Zurich Diamond League meet

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Images from the Weltklasse Diamond League athletics meeting at the Letzigrund Stadium, in Zurich, on Thursday.

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The Centre on Monday advised states and union territories to screen and test of all suspect mpox cases.

Neeraj vows to return stronger: 'There's a lot left in me'

Neeraj vows to return stronger: 'There's a lot left in me'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

India's Neeraj Chopra explains why he lost to Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem in the Olympics men's Javelin Throw final.

T20 World Cup Qualifiers: Raza's heroics keep Zimbabwe alive

T20 World Cup Qualifiers: Raza's heroics keep Zimbabwe alive

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

A disciplined Namibia bowling line-up made Kenya toil hard in the early overs. Kenya lost openers Rushabhvardhan Patel (1), Collins Obuya (15), and Pushkar Sharma (5) for paltry scores.

Bahraini overtures to Kenya-born runners attract medals, controversy

Bahraini overtures to Kenya-born runners attract medals, controversy

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Every year, hordes of foreign runners flock to Kenya's high-altitude training camps in the hope that some of the nation's long distance-running magic will rub off on them, embracing the motto, 'if you can't beat them, join them'.

Chhetri helps India beat Kenya to clinch Intercontinental Cup

Chhetri helps India beat Kenya to clinch Intercontinental Cup

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

Sunil Chhetri scored a brace to put himself on par with Lionel Messi and lead the home side to Intercontinental Cup title triumph with a 2-0 win over Kenya in the summit clash, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

FIH to revive India-Pakistan hockey series?

FIH to revive India-Pakistan hockey series?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

It has been 18 years since arch-rivals India and Pakistan have locked horns in a bilateral hockey Test series.

Cheetahs set to roam free in Kuno after a year

Cheetahs set to roam free in Kuno after a year

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Currently, only one cheetah, named Pavan, is roaming free, with officials noting that he is difficult to spot and capture.

Stats: Kenya's Obuya registers rare record

Stats: Kenya's Obuya registers rare record

Rediff.com14 Mar 2011

Statistical highlights from the Australia vs Kenya World Cup match played in Bangalore on Sunday.

Odoyo slogs Kenya to victory

Odoyo slogs Kenya to victory

Rediff.com3 Feb 2007

Kenya beat Ireland by one wicket in the World Cricket League tournament

PIX: El Bakkali, Hall, Kennedy snatch tense gold wins

PIX: El Bakkali, Hall, Kennedy snatch tense gold wins

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Wednesday.

Olympics PIX: Hocker pulls off upset; Thomas wins 200m

Olympics PIX: Hocker pulls off upset; Thomas wins 200m

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

American Cole Hocker delivered one of the all-time Olympic shocks when he won the 1,500 metres gold

Olympics: Hinchliffe overshadows Lyles in 100m Heats

Olympics: Hinchliffe overshadows Lyles in 100m Heats

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The current Olympic champion Italy's Marcell Jacobs, who has had a wretched time with injury since his shock Tokyo success, looked a little sluggish in finishing second in 10.05 behind Nigerian heat winner Kayinsola Ajayi (10.02).

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Paris 2024 Olympics: Medals Table

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The medal tally at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Kenya instals new cricket body

Kenya instals new cricket body

Rediff.com18 Feb 2005

Cricket Kenya will replace the disbanded Kenya Cricket Association and prepare the team for their Intercontinental Cup qualifying round match against Namibia on February 22.

ICC investigators arrive in Kenya

ICC investigators arrive in Kenya

Rediff.com30 Nov 2004

Two officials will carry out investigations linked to the Maurice Odumbe inquiry.

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

PIX: Pakistan's Nadeem wins Javelin gold; Neeraj silver

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Defending champion Neeraj Chopra signed off with a silver medal in the Olympics men's Javelin Throw in Paris on Thursday. Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem was a class above the field, setting a new Games record of 92.97 metres for the gold medal.

PIX: Germany beat Bosnia to stay top; Salah sizzles

PIX: Germany beat Bosnia to stay top; Salah sizzles

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Germany forward Deniz Undav scored two first-half goals in six minutes to guide them to a 2-1 victory over Bosnia on Friday and keep them top of their Nations League group.

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.

Doping threatens Kenya's credibility at Rio Olympics: Rudisha's coach

Doping threatens Kenya's credibility at Rio Olympics: Rudisha's coach

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Doping could cast a shadow over Kenya at the 2016 Rio Olympics unless the East African nation implements credible systems to root out drugs cheats, said veteran Kenya-based coach Brother Colm O'Connell.

Delhi To Kenya: Inspiring Tiranga Images

Delhi To Kenya: Inspiring Tiranga Images

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Readers tell us how they will celebrate the Tiranga this 75th Independence Day.

'He loved his kids, don't know what I will tell them': Family mourns Kiptum

'He loved his kids, don't know what I will tell them': Family mourns Kiptum

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Kelvin Kiptum's rise to world marathon sensation from barefoot cattle herder was meteoric.

Sports Shorts: Kenya's former world champion Bett dies in road accident

Sports Shorts: Kenya's former world champion Bett dies in road accident

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Zimbabwe beats Kenya by 109 runs

Zimbabwe beats Kenya by 109 runs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

Elton Chigumbura hit 79 and claimed two wickets to lead Zimbabwe to a 109-run win over Kenya in the first of a five-match limited-overs series in Mombasa on Tuesday.

Kipyegon, Duplantis, Lyles get World Athletics honours

Kipyegon, Duplantis, Lyles get World Athletics honours

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

'Today is a beautiful closure of an amazing year for me,' Kenya's Kipyegon said acknowledging the prize.

It's back to the drawing board for payment banks

It's back to the drawing board for payment banks

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

RBI's exercise will take into account standards of governance, the viability of the payment bank (PB) business model, and changes, if any, if needed.