News for 'long jump'

PIX: Liverpool edge Inter; Barcelona, Bayern win

PIX: Liverpool edge Inter; Barcelona, Bayern win

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Liverpool shrugged off the absence of Mohamed Salah as midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai scored an 88th-minute penalty to give them a 1-0 Champions League win at Inter Milan.

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

American Greg Bell, oldest living Olympic gold medallist dies

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

At the 1956 Olympic Games, a 26-year-old Bell jumped 7.83m in challenging conditions to win by 15cm ahead of his compatriot John Bennett.

Trump Praises 'Great Mayor' Mamdani

Trump Praises 'Great Mayor' Mamdani

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

'I met with a man who really wants to see New York be great again. I think he can bring it back. I think he wants to make it greater than ever before, and if he can, we'll be out there cheering. I'll be cheering for him.'

Sensex climbs 398 points on buying in RIL, IT counters

Sensex climbs 398 points on buying in RIL, IT counters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Among Sensex firms, Tata Steel, HCL Tech, UltraTech Cement, Bharat Electronics, Sun Pharma and Tata Consultancy Services were the major gainers. However, Axis Bank, Titan, Maruti and Tata Motors were among the laggards.

Para Worlds: Gnezdilov wins shot put gold with 2 world records

Para Worlds: Gnezdilov wins shot put gold with 2 world records

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Denis Gnezdilov strode the shot put circle like a colossus, gunning down the men's F40 World record twice to win the gold medal, at the Para World Athletics Championships.

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, of Indian descent, has won the New York City mayoral election, becoming the first Muslim, first Indian-origin, first African-born, and youngest mayor in over a century. His victory is seen as a significant moment for the city and the Indian-American community.

Bus fire: 'Doors were locked, many passengers couldn't escape'

Bus fire: 'Doors were locked, many passengers couldn't escape'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

An eyewitness of the incident said that around 20 people managed to get out of the bus as it caught fire, but others were unable to escape.

No regulator should substitute boardroom judgement: RBI Guv

No regulator should substitute boardroom judgement: RBI Guv

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Reserve Bank of India (RBI)Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said it was not the regulator's job to take decisions for bank boards, speaking in the context of the wide range of enabling reforms announced for lenders during the October monetary policy review, and emphasised that financial stability remained the regulator's focus.

Neeraj to skip Brussels leg ahead of Diamond League finals

Neeraj to skip Brussels leg ahead of Diamond League finals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Out of the 14 DL meetings, four have men's javelin throw on their roster.

Rohit wins javelin gold to keep Worlds hopes alive

Rohit wins javelin gold to keep Worlds hopes alive

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Rohit Yadav clinched the javelin throw gold medal at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships to keep himself in contention for a berth in the World Championships in Tokyo.

Gaming giant EA sold in biggest buyout ever

Gaming giant EA sold in biggest buyout ever

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

The takeover surpasses the previous LBO record -- the $45 billion buyout of Texas utility TXU Energy in 2007 -- and underscores investors' long-term bet on blockbuster gaming franchises.

Shiv Nadar Donates 7.4 Cr Every Day!

Shiv Nadar Donates 7.4 Cr Every Day!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Shiv Nadar and family donated Rs 2,708 crore (Rs 27.08 billion) in 2024-2025.

Can Neeraj Chopra defend his world title in Tokyo?

Can Neeraj Chopra defend his world title in Tokyo?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

If the two-time Olympic medallist Indian wins gold on September 18, the day of the finals, he will become the third men ever to win the world championships javelin title in two consecutive editions.

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

How the UN's flagship climate summit lost its direction and what's at stake.

Haq Trailer Shows Hope Of A Good Film

Haq Trailer Shows Hope Of A Good Film

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

The hope is that the film raises significant issues about the rights of women, and does not become a diatribe against a minority community that has happened with some recent films, points out Deepa Gahlot.

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Could The Kurnool Bus Tragedy Have Been Avoided?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'This tragedy will not be the last -- you shall witness another tomorrow, perhaps another the day after, and increasingly more.'

Which city has highest area under office lease?

Which city has highest area under office lease?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Colliers reports that GCC leasing has jumped from 4.6 million square feet in 2021 and is expected to hit 10.6 million square feet by 2025 -- a clear sign that multinationals see Bengaluru as a long-term base.

Sensex up 313 points on buying in IT, banking, and auto shares

Sensex up 313 points on buying in IT, banking, and auto shares

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, State Bank of India, Bharat Electronics, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Maruti, Trent and UltraTech Cement were the major gainers. However, Bajaj Finserv, Titan, ITC and Tata Steel were among the laggards.

India win six golds on Day 2 of Taiwan Open Athletics

India win six golds on Day 2 of Taiwan Open Athletics

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Indian contingent won as many as six gold medals, including double podium finishes in the women's 800m final and long jump competition, on the second and final day of Taiwan Open International athletics championship.

India's manufacturing activity falls to 4-month low in Sep

India's manufacturing activity falls to 4-month low in Sep

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

India's manufacturing sector activity eased in September, as new orders, output and input buying rose at the slowest rates in four months, while job creation retreated to one-year low, a monthly survey said on Wednesday.

World C'ships: Manyonga claims long jump gold; Discus gold for Gudzius

World C'ships: Manyonga claims long jump gold; Discus gold for Gudzius

Rediff.com6 Aug 2017

A round-up of results from the Athletics World Championships in London on Saturday

'Don't Want Shah Rukh To Say No To Me'

'Don't Want Shah Rukh To Say No To Me'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Today, Shah Rukh is sitting so high up that it will have to be something really spectacular for him to jump up and say, "Hey, yes, let's make this film!".'

Competition, store expansion may weigh on Eternal's margins

Competition, store expansion may weigh on Eternal's margins

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Growth accelerated for Zomato operator Eternal in the second quarter of financial year 2026 (Q2FY26). Zomato's business to commerce (B2C) operations delivered a strong 57 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) rise in net order value (NOV) to Rs 23,164 crore while consolidated revenue soared 183 per cent Y-o-Y (90 per cent Q-o-Q) to Rs 13,590 crore during the period, with like-for-like (LFL) growth of 65 per cent, and acceleration in the quick commerce (QC) segment, which recorded NOV growth of 137 per cent Y-o-Y (27 per cent Q-o-Q).

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Brain

10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Brain

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Certain everyday habits -- like poor sleep, stress and multitasking -- can quietly weaken your brain. Making simple lifestyle can help protect your mental health.

Anju finishes ninth in long jump

Anju finishes ninth in long jump

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

The lanky long jumper cleared 6.53m to finish a disappointing ninth in the final of the World Championship.

'Banks Need To Reinvent Themselves'

'Banks Need To Reinvent Themselves'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Reinvention is not a hugely difficult task. With technology as available today, you can reinvent yourself pretty quickly.'

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Will Thamma Get A Sequel? We Tell You

Will Thamma Get A Sequel? We Tell You

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

'I would rather make movies in this universe and build up a loyal fan base over a period.'

Sreeshankar, Parul fail to make World C'ships finals

Sreeshankar, Parul fail to make World C'ships finals

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

World Championships: Long jumper Sreeshankar, steeplechaser Parul fail to qualify for finals

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Part-I of this three-part series dives into Delhi-NCR's SPR, Sohna, Dwarka Expressway, and Jewar Airport leading the charge.

Another final heartbreak for Chirag-Satwiksairaj

Another final heartbreak for Chirag-Satwiksairaj

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty registered a second successive runner-up finish, after they were beaten in the final of the China Masters.

Anju George wins long jump

Anju George wins long jump

Rediff.com15 May 2004

Double world sprint champion Kelli White was one of several big names to flop at the Qatar Super Grand Prix.

EPL: Chelsea hand Liverpool third straight defeat; Arsenal top

EPL: Chelsea hand Liverpool third straight defeat; Arsenal top

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Arsenal marked Mikel Arteta's 300th game in charge with a convincing 2-0 home victory over West Ham United in the Premier League on Saturday.

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Rajesh Gola slipped and fell to her death, the long-planned pilgrimage to Pashupatinath temple in the Nepal capital gone horribly wrong for the couple from Ghaziabad.

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'You don't have to lose your identity to be part of Congress. You can be who you are, as long as you believe in the core principle of strong citizenry and nation-building through that concept'

They Call Him OG Review: Pawan Kalyan Never Looked Better

They Call Him OG Review: Pawan Kalyan Never Looked Better

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

The emotional quotient of They Call Him OG falls flat, the plotting looks jerky, and the runtime feels compromised, but hey, if you are a Pawan Kalyan fan, none of this matters, notes Arjun Menon.

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dr Sonali Ghosh, the first woman to head the Kaziranga National Park and the first Indian to win the IUCN's Kenton Miller Award, has turned her childhood love for nature into an inspiring career in wildlife protection and leadership.

Comeback King! Sreeshankar wins in Portugal

Comeback King! Sreeshankar wins in Portugal

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Sreeshankar wins long jump title in Portugal

Women's WC: Brits, Mlaba fashion SA's big win over NZ

Women's WC: Brits, Mlaba fashion SA's big win over NZ

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Brits ton, Mlaba's four-for power South Africa to commanding win over New Zealand