News for 'local heroes'

Kyrgios, Australia's new ace carrying the hopes of a nation

Kyrgios, Australia's new ace carrying the hopes of a nation

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

Nick Kyrgios toppled his childhood idol Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to bury his Rod Laver Arena hoodoo and reach the fourth round of his home Australian Open on Friday.

Despite injuries, Abhi wants to return to cockpit at the earliest

Despite injuries, Abhi wants to return to cockpit at the earliest

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

His health condition is being monitored by a group of doctors at the Army's Research and Referral hospital, the officials said.

FA Cup: Klopp's kids knock Everton out

FA Cup: Klopp's kids knock Everton out

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

A stunning strike from 18-year-old Curtis Jones gave a youthful Liverpool a 1-0 win over Everton in their FA Cup

Jeev, Jyoti lead Indian challenge

Jeev, Jyoti lead Indian challenge

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

Country's top-ranked golfer Jeev Milkha Singh will spearhead the local challenge at the Indian Open beginning from Thursday.

Goal drought raises questions about Real's unimpressive forwards

Goal drought raises questions about Real's unimpressive forwards

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Following September's 1-0 win over Espanyol, Real had five games without a win -- a run in which they went eight hours and one minute without scoring.

Review: Tevar is a tiring watch

Review: Tevar is a tiring watch

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Tevar emerges an overdone, underwhelming film with zero charm, warns Raja Sen.

Review: Aadu Oru Bheekara Jeeviyanu is anything but entertaining

Review: Aadu Oru Bheekara Jeeviyanu is anything but entertaining

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

The story of Aadu Oru Bheekara Jeeviyanu oscillates between political satire and slapstick, says Paresh C Palicha.

Jaitley to spend MP area development funds on Rae Bareli

Jaitley to spend MP area development funds on Rae Bareli

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

However, Bajpai ruled out any possibility of an epic battle in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections between Sonia Gandhi and Arun Jaitley.

Bruce Willis' lovers club!

Bruce Willis' lovers club!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2005

All the latest Hollywood buzz.

Review: Thani Oruvan is brilliant

Review: Thani Oruvan is brilliant

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Tamil film Thani Oruvan is perfectly executed, says S Saraswathi.

Dejected Tsitsipas bows out but Greek fans proud

Dejected Tsitsipas bows out but Greek fans proud

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Tsitsipas was left searching for answers to explain the pounding at the hands of Nadal

How Ajit became a suave villain

How Ajit became a suave villain

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

'My father became a very popular villain and in some films, was paid more than the hero. He was a very simple person. All he needed was six pairs of white shirts and trousers for the whole year, one or two packets of Dunhill cigarettes a day and books.' Shehzaad Khan on his famous father Ajit.

Airlift Review: Akshay is impressive

Airlift Review: Akshay is impressive

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

'Even when toasting a true story, say our movies, a superstar is worth more than a real hero,' says Raja Sen.

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The incident, which Australian captain Steve Smith said involved senior players hatching a plan to tamper with the ball during a game against rival South Africa, also threatens to upset current negotiations over broadcast rights.

Terry in the limelight for good and bad

Terry in the limelight for good and bad

Rediff.com16 May 2017

John Terry has had many highs and a few lows in his two decades at Chelsea, so it was fitting that he was both hero and villain in what was possibly his last full appearance for the club he joined as a 14-year-old schoolboy.

Army celebrates Vijay Diwas

Army celebrates Vijay Diwas

Rediff.com16 Dec 2006

General Officer Commanding of Srinagar-based 15 corps of the Army, Lt Gen A S Sekhon led the rank and file of army personnel in paying tribute and homage to the heroes of the 1971 war against Pakistan.

PHOTOS: Dhoni checks in for IPL with daughter Ziva in tow

PHOTOS: Dhoni checks in for IPL with daughter Ziva in tow

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Since his return from the ICC World Cup, India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has ensured that he doesn't spend even a second away from his two-month old daughter Ziva.

The women taking charge at CAA protests

The women taking charge at CAA protests

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

In this winter of discontent, in every procession, in every demonstration, in every protest -- from Jawaharlal Nehru University to Jamia to Shaheen Bagh to the streets of Mumbai -- the front rows have been occupied by women. It's been weeks since women have been sitting in protest across the country against the newly-introduced Citizenship Amendment Act and the proposed National Register of Citizens. The protests are a nerve centre of unwavering voices against what has been perceived as a discriminatory law. The women -- some housewives, some students with hijabs covering their hair, and others in full-length burqa robes -- are rallying against the 'Man' in what could also be perceived as a revolution for the 'weaker sex' in India.

Rocky has nothing to offer

Rocky has nothing to offer

Rediff.com22 Sep 2006

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 2-0 in the Catalan derby on Saturday to maintain their 10 point lead at the top of La Liga, while Real Madrid scraped a 3-2 win against bottom side Huesca on Sunday.

'Papa ki kya galti thi', asks martyr's daughter

'Papa ki kya galti thi', asks martyr's daughter

Rediff.com25 Apr 2017

Bereaved families of Sukma bravehearts have demanded justice and questioned the intelligence failure and government inaction.

Amid criticism, NY Governor outlines Ebola quarantine policy

Amid criticism, NY Governor outlines Ebola quarantine policy

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Amid criticism of his decision of a mandatory 21-day Ebola quarantine, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has loosened some of the restrictions on people returning to the US from West Africa.

Team India feted on no-practice day in Adelaide

Team India feted on no-practice day in Adelaide

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Just outside the Oval, a combination of Indian origin fans gathered to honour their heroes. There was a combination of Indian style dances and Bollywood music played on the stage as the crowd waited for the team to arrive.

Is Sashi Cheliah MasterChef's best winner yet?

Is Sashi Cheliah MasterChef's best winner yet?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The Singapore-based contestant is the first to have scored 93 out of 100 points to win the 10th season.

Belfast bids farewell to George Best

Belfast bids farewell to George Best

Rediff.com4 Dec 2005

Tens of thousands turned out to pay their final respects to the football legend, who died last week after losing a battle with alcoholism.

7 healthy reasons why you should donate blood

7 healthy reasons why you should donate blood

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The simple process could also help you identify issues like blood pressure concerns, hemoglobin or low blood count.

Highway, Hera Pheri: When Bollywood kidnapped on screen!

Highway, Hera Pheri: When Bollywood kidnapped on screen!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

10 Ways Bollywood has kidnapped in the movies.

Dangal, PK, QSQT: Aamir Khan's BEST poster face? VOTE!

Dangal, PK, QSQT: Aamir Khan's BEST poster face? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Have a favourite? VOTE!

Assembly Elections: 5 stars who made a difference

Assembly Elections: 5 stars who made a difference

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Here is a closer look at politicos who have emerged victorious in the electoral contest of five state assemblies.

Trump threatens to use military to quell violent protests across US

Trump threatens to use military to quell violent protests across US

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Trump also said all Americans were "rightly sickened and revolted by the brutal death" of Floyd, and asserted that justice will be served.

India's cue sport king Pankaj Advani wins 20th world title

India's cue sport king Pankaj Advani wins 20th world title

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

The 33-year-old from Bengaluru overcame Nay Thway Oo of Myanmar in a high-quality final. After bossing the '150-up' format, Advani will now compete in the longer version, 'Up' format, commences immediately.

When Bollywood filmed the COLDEST Places

When Bollywood filmed the COLDEST Places

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Looking at some of Bollywood's coldest film locations.

Tipu Jayanti celebrations to be held amid tight security

Tipu Jayanti celebrations to be held amid tight security

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The state BJP, meanwhile, has urged the government to drop its decision to celebrate Tipu Jayanti and not to stand on 'prestige' or 'ego'.

Markets on a roll: Sensex, Nifty scale new peaks on global cues

Markets on a roll: Sensex, Nifty scale new peaks on global cues

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

Investor sentiments remained upbeat tracking global developments as the US, China geared up for trade talks due this week.

Becks 'pilgrims' follow his trail

Becks 'pilgrims' follow his trail

Rediff.com27 Apr 2005

Review: Gethu is all show and no substance

Review: Gethu is all show and no substance

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Gethu is boring and uneventful, warns S Saraswathi.

Ashok Chakra for militant-turned-solider Nazir Wani posthumously

Ashok Chakra for militant-turned-solider Nazir Wani posthumously

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Wani laid down his life during an anti-terror operation at Shopian in Kashmir in November last year.

Kirtane completes grand double

Kirtane completes grand double

Rediff.com30 Apr 2005

The former Davis Cupper won the men's singles and doubles title at the Pune Open Men's National Ranking Tennis Championship.

Madkekar to face Kirtane in final

Madkekar to face Kirtane in final

Rediff.com29 Apr 2005

Both registered straight sets victories in the semi-finals of the Hero-Honda Pune Open National Ranking Tennis championship.

It's ours! Portuguese media hails Euro 2016 triumph

It's ours! Portuguese media hails Euro 2016 triumph

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Portugal's triumphant soccer team arrive home later on Monday on a plane named after the country's late football legend Eusebio and will continue their celebrations after the dramatic win over hosts France in the Euro 2016 final.