News for 'mend'

Four lose vision after botched eye surgery in Maharashtra

Four lose vision after botched eye surgery in Maharashtra

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Washim's civil surgeon and the doctor who performed the surgeries have been suspended.

Mercedes to talk to Hamilton and Rosberg after clash

Mercedes to talk to Hamilton and Rosberg after clash

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Mercedes will take a firm line with Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg to make sure their clash at the US Grand Prix has no repercussions for the team, says motorsports director Toto Wolff.

Manchester United target Jose Mourinho speaks out on future

Manchester United target Jose Mourinho speaks out on future

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Jose Mourinho says he is in the dark about a possible switch to Manchester United but that he hopes to be back in football this summer. The Portuguese, who was sacked as manager by Chelsea in December despite winning the English title last year, has been heavily tipped by British media to take over from current United head coach Louis van Gaal in June but he was coy when asked by students at Singapore's North Light secondary school. "That's the one million dollar question and nobody knows and I'm the first one not to know," Mourinho replied to the young United fan who asked if he would be heading to Old Trafford for next season. "The reality is I like football so much and I miss football so when I get the chance to come back I will come back but I have to wait to see what happens." Asked by a Chelsea-supporting student to look back on his experience and two spells with the London club, Mourinho had mixed feelings.

Last chance for Indian men's archery team to make Rio cut

Last chance for Indian men's archery team to make Rio cut

Rediff.com11 Jun 2016

The Indian men's archery team will have one last chance to book a Rio Olympics berth when the qualification round is held on the sidelines of the World Cup.

PHOTOS: Defining moments of the decade in Sports

PHOTOS: Defining moments of the decade in Sports

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Some of the big moments of the sporting world from 2010-2019!

We can break shoulders of TMC activists with bare hands: Bengal BJP chief

We can break shoulders of TMC activists with bare hands: Bengal BJP chief

Rediff.com29 May 2016

If the TMC doesn't stop violence, then the children of TMC workers would become orphans, he said.

Now, Shiv Sena sings praises of Modi

Now, Shiv Sena sings praises of Modi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Even as back channel talks over power sharing were on between BJP and Shiv Sena, the latter, in an apparent attempt to mend ties with its former ally ahead of government formation in Maharashtra, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for hosting a Diwali tea party for National Democratic Alliance allies.

Refugee wins over fans in clash with world champion

Refugee wins over fans in clash with world champion

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

When Congolese refugee Popole Misenga stepped out to face the defending world champion in Wednesday's under 90-kilogram Judo competition he figured he'd be on the floor immediately.

Livepool manager Rodgers wants Suarez to apologise to club

Livepool manager Rodgers wants Suarez to apologise to club

Rediff.com11 Aug 2013

Wantaway Liverpool striker Luis Suarez must apologise to his club and teammates if he wants to be welcomed back into the squad, manager Brendan Rodgers said.

How troubled Rio Games are finally coming together...

How troubled Rio Games are finally coming together...

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Rio de Janeiro will deliver a successful Olympic Games, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Sunday, despite delays in preparations, lack of funds and the country suffering from its biggest political and economic turmoil in decades.

Rupee gains as retail inflation eases

Rupee gains as retail inflation eases

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Data late on Wednesday showed consumer price inflation eased more than-expected to a 25-month low of 8.10 per cent in February, while industrial output unexpectedly expanded, albeit only by 0.1 per cent.

PIX: Messi stars for Barca; Oxlade-Chamberlain double

PIX: Messi stars for Barca; Oxlade-Chamberlain double

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

A round of Wednesday night's Champions League group stage matches.

Kumaraswamy announces SIT probe into audio clip ro

Kumaraswamy announces SIT probe into audio clip ro

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

The speaker told Kumaraswamy that "this (SIT) should not lead to a witch-hunt. The probe should be only to establish the truth."

IAAF turns down 67 Russian applications to compete as individuals

IAAF turns down 67 Russian applications to compete as individuals

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

The IAAF's Doping Review Board has turned down applications from 67 Russian athletes to compete internationally as "neutral" individuals, following a blanket ban on the country's track and field athletes for systematic doping.

Best Pictures from the Tour de France - Part 2

Best Pictures from the Tour de France - Part 2

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Rediff.com gives you a flashback of the beautiful moments from the Tour de France this year.

The nuclear tests: Vajpayee's finest hour

The nuclear tests: Vajpayee's finest hour

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

'It was India's good fortune to have a Vajpayee lead the government at this crucial moment in history.' 'By taking the N-decision he saved future generations of Indians from being 'Kosovoed' or 'Iraqed',' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Deepika, Priyanka lose out at Teen Choice Awards

Deepika, Priyanka lose out at Teen Choice Awards

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

Wonder Woman and its star Gal Gadot win big at the awards night.

Colombia crash victims to take final flight home

Colombia crash victims to take final flight home

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Dozens of hearses carrying the coffins of those killed when a plane flying Brazil's Chapecoense soccer team crashed into a Colombian mountain will leave Medellin for the airport on Friday to be flown home.

'India can't keep J&K if Muslims viewed with suspicion,' Farooq

'India can't keep J&K if Muslims viewed with suspicion,' Farooq

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Former Union minister Farooq Abdullah on Thursday said India will not be able to keep Kashmir if the forces who see Muslims of the country with suspicion and pit the minority community against the majority are not reined in.

Did IIT-Roorkee make yoga compulsory?

Did IIT-Roorkee make yoga compulsory?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Though all students were asked to participate in the camp, it was not binding on them, said the institute.

'Unemployment is a major cause of resentment in India'

'Unemployment is a major cause of resentment in India'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

'The biggest challenge and the one that needs immediate attention is massive shortcoming of jobs, leading to rampant migration from the state (almost 4 million Odias migrated!). 'This forces them to work in abysmal and inhumane working conditions.' 'Some are fortunate to come back alive, while some return in coffins.'

The Meyerowitz Stories: Thank God for Netflix!

The Meyerowitz Stories: Thank God for Netflix!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

If it wasn't for Netflix, we'd never have seen The Meyerowitz Stories in India. J Jagannath is startled by this film about three disconnected siblings and their even more disconnected father.

JNU students staying on rent are being told to vacate: BJP MP

JNU students staying on rent are being told to vacate: BJP MP

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Jawaharlal Nehru University students staying as tenants in south Delhi's Munirka area are being asked to "vacate", Bharatiya Janata Party MP Udit Raj has claimed describing it as a consequence of a "motivated" campaign to label the varsity as a den of "anti-nationals and traitors".

One day, Kejriwal will become the CM: Anna Hazare

One day, Kejriwal will become the CM: Anna Hazare

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

With the Aam Admi Party leading in a number of constituencies in Delhi, Anna Hazare on Sunday said Arvind Kejriwal could become the chief minister one day and warned the Congress that people will teach a lesson to it in the Lok Sabha elections.

Banks given time till mid-Dec to deal with pesky calls

Banks given time till mid-Dec to deal with pesky calls

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Chairman Rahul Khullar said insurance companies have asked for 4-6 weeks to deal with unsolicited commercial call or SMS.

Mongolia luckier than Maharashtra: Sena criticises Modi again

Mongolia luckier than Maharashtra: Sena criticises Modi again

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Sena criticised Modi's announcement of a credit line of $1 billion to Mongolia and asked why he can't show the same eagerness to help the distressed farmers of Maharashtra.

Maya attacks Congress sharply, raises doubts on Opposition unity

Maya attacks Congress sharply, raises doubts on Opposition unity

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

BSP chief's hard blows meet with timid retort from India's Grand Old Party.

Review: Njangalude Veettile Adhithikal disappoints

Review: Njangalude Veettile Adhithikal disappoints

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

The film cannot be taken seriously, says Paresh C Palicha.

Cricket Buzz: Flintoff signs up for Brisbane Heat in Big Bash League

Cricket Buzz: Flintoff signs up for Brisbane Heat in Big Bash League

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff joined Brisbane Heat on a short-term deal in the Big Bash League (BBL) on Thursday, extending his surprise return to Twenty20 cricket.

A year of Chandra, Tata Sons' lucky mascot

A year of Chandra, Tata Sons' lucky mascot

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

A financial turnaround in Tata Steel and Tata Motors has come as a shot in the arm for Chandra.

N Chandrasekaran: Tata Son's lucky mascot

N Chandrasekaran: Tata Son's lucky mascot

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

After years of losing money on two of the group's biggest bets - global steel business and domestic passenger cars - there are strong signs of a revival in both businesses.

Tomic spurns Tennis Australia olive branch

Tomic spurns Tennis Australia olive branch

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Bernard Tomic's rift with Tennis Australia looks unlikely to end any time soon after the player said he had no interest in clear-the-air talks until the governing body resumed funding of his sister, Sara.

What if Hafiz Saeed is part of Pakistan's next govt?

What if Hafiz Saeed is part of Pakistan's next govt?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

If the parliamentary representation of radical Islamic parties goes up dramatically in 2018, what will this do to Pakistan's army?

Fan appreciation set to keep Suarez at Anfield - report

Fan appreciation set to keep Suarez at Anfield - report

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

The love of Liverpool fans appears to have persuaded Luis Suarez to stay at Anfield, according to comments made by the controversial striker to a Uruguayan newspaper.

IOC not worried despite no takers yet for Rio Games tickets

IOC not worried despite no takers yet for Rio Games tickets

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Only 47 per cent of tickets have been sold so far, while premium events and opening ceremony have been technically sold out

Davis Cup: Cilic leads Croatia to playoff win, Spain out of World Group

Davis Cup: Cilic leads Croatia to playoff win, Spain out of World Group

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Marin Cilic completed a dream week by steering Croatia into the Davis Cup World Group on Sunday but Spain found themselves out in the wilderness after crashing to defeat in Brazil.

JD-U expels five rebel MPs for 'anti-party' activities

JD-U expels five rebel MPs for 'anti-party' activities

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

Cracking the whip, Janta Dal-United on Thursday expelled outgoing Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament and senior leader Shivanand Tiwari and four Lok Sabha MPs for anti-party activities.

Brazil fans ask: What now for women's football?

Brazil fans ask: What now for women's football?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Brazil's Olympic women's football team was showered with joyous attention until their heart-breaking semi-final elimination on Tuesday which brought forward a key question: Was the interest the start of something big or another false dawn?

Should Mr Modi continue to give stimulus to India's 'recovering' economy?

Should Mr Modi continue to give stimulus to India's 'recovering' economy?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

If the real economy is indeed looking up, then it no longer needs hand-holding and fiscal laxity

Two tales of struggle and answering the call of the Olympic dream

Two tales of struggle and answering the call of the Olympic dream

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Indian Judoka, Avtar Singh's parents take maiden flight to cheer son, who will go up against Pople Misenga from the Olympic Refugee Team. Read on about the intense and interesting story of both Judokas...