News for 'professional boxing'

7 exercises to teach your mom on Women's Day

7 exercises to teach your mom on Women's Day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

You will need less than 30 minutes to perform these workouts.

'It is very difficult when you don't have work'

'It is very difficult when you don't have work'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

"You have an MBA from IIM-Ahmedabad. You worked in a bank in New York. What made you give up all that and pursue acting?" 'A little bit of courage and a lot of stupidity.'

Where's the party tonight?

Where's the party tonight?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists ways to keep yourself entertained during the lockdown.

Cookers, cameras, PCs may cost more

Cookers, cameras, PCs may cost more

Rediff.com14 Apr 2006

Many goods are likely to become more expensive as the government mulls to lift duty exemptions on them.

Review: Maan Karate is a letdown by uninspiring direction

Review: Maan Karate is a letdown by uninspiring direction

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

The film is all about how a weak, good for nothing is suddenly transformed into a boxing champion by the power of true love.

All hail the prolific, eclectic Ekta Kapoor

All hail the prolific, eclectic Ekta Kapoor

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

'If Kapoor sees something in a film, or an idea, she will ensure it reaches the most eyeballs -- by any means necessary,' points out Raja Sen!

'We don't wait for Santa Claus. We become somebody else's Santa'

'We don't wait for Santa Claus. We become somebody else's Santa'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

'When you go under a flyover in Mumbai at night, you will see many underprivileged people sleeping there. You get the best smiles when you distribute gifts, food packets or blankets.' Actor Karan Wahi's noble cause.

Kyrgios envious of fast progressing 'Sacha' Zverev

Kyrgios envious of fast progressing 'Sacha' Zverev

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Australian Kyrgios was beaten in his first match in Lyon on Tuesday by Argentina's 94th-ranked Nicolas Kicker -- serving nine double faults during a 2-6, 6-4, 6-2 defeat.

How can unfit doctors treat athletes: Mary Kom on IOA row

How can unfit doctors treat athletes: Mary Kom on IOA row

Rediff.com21 May 2017

In the wake of the ongoing enquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against two doctors who were sent by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to the Rio Olympics, Indian boxer and Rajya Sabah Member of Parliament Mary Kom on Sunday said that those who are not qualified should not be sent for competitions.

Mayweather's new love and Pacquiao's king size entourage

Mayweather's new love and Pacquiao's king size entourage

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Love is in the air for US boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, who will soon going to have one-on-one with Manny Pacquiao.

Pogba penalty sets Manchester United on way to win over Leicester

Pogba penalty sets Manchester United on way to win over Leicester

Rediff.com11 Aug 2018

World Cup winner Paul Pogba's third minute penalty and a late goal from Luke Shaw gave Manchester United a 2-1 win over Leicester City at Old Trafford in the opening game of the Premier League season on Friday.

England favourites to win World Cup: Gavaskar

England favourites to win World Cup: Gavaskar

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'But, of course, in cricket anything can happen. While England start the favourites, there are other teams which are also playing some good cricket'

Diego Maradona: The genius who saw heaven and hell

Diego Maradona: The genius who saw heaven and hell

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

World soccer great Diego Armando Maradona, who died on Wednesday less than a month after his 60th birthday, was worshipped like a god for his genius with the ball, but his demons almost destroyed him.

A year after #MeToo: What has changed?

A year after #MeToo: What has changed?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

A year ago, India's #MeToo movement witnessed women across India speak up against sexual harassment. Nikita Puri assesses what, if anything, has changed.

Sports Shorts: Force India complete 2019 grid with Stroll

Sports Shorts: Force India complete 2019 grid with Stroll

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Soccer Extras: PSG beaten again; O'Shea to retire

Soccer Extras: PSG beaten again; O'Shea to retire

Rediff.com1 May 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Boxer Pacquiao roughs up sparring partners before Algieri bout

Boxer Pacquiao roughs up sparring partners before Algieri bout

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Manny Pacquiao is more than three weeks out from his next title defence against unbeaten American Chris Algieri but the World Boxing Organisation (WBO) welterweight champion is already in devastating form, trainer Freddie Roach says.

ASK ANU: 'My husband doesn't love me'

ASK ANU: 'My husband doesn't love me'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take charge of your life.

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Why Mughal-e-Azam will never die

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Did you know Nargis was to have played the Madhubala role, but opted out because she has reservations about working with Dilip Kumar? Do you know how Naushad and Shakeel Badayuni came up with the words for the immortal Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya?

Vijender 'prepared to fight 10 rounds' against Hope

Vijender 'prepared to fight 10 rounds' against Hope

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

'I have not fought in a 10-round fight before, but my training will help me give my best till the end.' 'If I get the opportunity to knock him out early I will go for it.'

Underarm or underhanded? Kyrgios serve stokes debate

Underarm or underhanded? Kyrgios serve stokes debate

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Having annoyed Nadal with an underarm serve at Acapulco, Nick Kyrgios doubled down with the tactic to win two points against hapless Serb Dusan Lajovic at the Miami Open and fire up a timeworn debate between modern fans and purists.

Dial 3636 for Mumbai's dabbawalas

Dial 3636 for Mumbai's dabbawalas

Rediff.com26 Jun 2006

Jeetendra: Sridevi has gone so far away

Jeetendra: Sridevi has gone so far away

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

'A fortnight ago, I met her and Boney.' 'We were laughing and joking and counting our blessings.'

The story of ISL champs Bengaluru FC

The story of ISL champs Bengaluru FC

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Sunil Chhetri termed his team's maiden Indian Super League victory against FC Goa as a 'sweet one'

'I don't want to waste time on Kangana'

'I don't want to waste time on Kangana'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

'Both Kangana and Rangoli really love me and that's because they give me so much of time and attention from their lives.'

Apple all set to unveil new iPhones, Apple TV

Apple all set to unveil new iPhones, Apple TV

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

The latest upgrades may leave some investors and consumers underwhelmed.

Be very afraid Khans! Ayushmann's here!

Be very afraid Khans! Ayushmann's here!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'Even when he moves beyond his traditional repertoire, he sticks to a template that does not take him too far from the viewer's gentler emotions,' notes Vikram Johri.

Sports Shorts: Rooney decided on United future; Rossi recovering

Sports Shorts: Rooney decided on United future; Rossi recovering

Rediff.com26 May 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Friday.

Vijender confident of stopping Poland's Soldra

Vijender confident of stopping Poland's Soldra

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Unstoppable thus far in his fledgling pro career, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh takes on Poland's Andrzej Soldra in his first eight-round professional fight in Bolton on Friday.

Sarita Devi on comeback trail after serving ban

Sarita Devi on comeback trail after serving ban

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

On a comeback trail after serving her one-year ban, Asian Games bronze-medallist L Sarita Devi will be seen in competitive action from December 1 as part of a 13-strong Indian team of 10 men and 3 women for the training-cum-competition event in the Chinese city of Qian'an.

Criminal Justice: Behind Closed Doors review

Criminal Justice: Behind Closed Doors review

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Criminal Justice: Behind Closed Doors is not a great show, but an efficient one, notes Sreehari Nair.

'Bollywood can definitely be a better place'

'Bollywood can definitely be a better place'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

'Discussions of favouritism and the #MeToo movement really unearthed a lot.' 'I really hope that these movements force people to look inwards and be nicer to each other.' 'But it's definitely not as bad as it's made out to be.'

'My God! He was the most handsome man I had seen'

'My God! He was the most handsome man I had seen'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

'When I met him for the first time, it was when he visited the location of my first Hindi film Kashmir Ki Kali.' 'I was shooting the song Isharon Isharon Mein with Shashi's brother Shammi.' 'I couldn't concentrate on my romantic poses with Shammi.' 'Director Shakti Samanta had to ask Shashi to leave!'

PIX: France rally to sink Croatia; Denmark hold England

PIX: France rally to sink Croatia; Denmark hold England

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

France earned a rollercoaster 4-2 home win over Croatia in an entertaining top-tier Nations League Group 3 match, while England were held to a 0-0 draw by Denmark in an uninspiring game.

Lewis set to announce retirement

Lewis set to announce retirement

Rediff.com5 Feb 2004

The world heavyweight champion is likely to announce his retirement at a news conference on Friday morning.

Football Focus: Egyptian grandad world's oldest soccer pro

Football Focus: Egyptian grandad world's oldest soccer pro

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Bahader had previously told media he was 75, which he attributed to "rounding up".

Sports Shorts: Force India fear podium will be a one-off boost

Sports Shorts: Force India fear podium will be a one-off boost

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday.

Gerrard scores on MLS debut as Galaxy beat San Jose

Gerrard scores on MLS debut as Galaxy beat San Jose

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Steven Gerrard made a brilliant Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles, scoring a goal and having a hand in two others as the Galaxy beat the San Jose Earthquake 5-2 on Friday.

Check out champion Vijender's plans for 2017

Check out champion Vijender's plans for 2017

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

After successfully defending the WBO Asia-Pacific title India's boxing star Vijender Singh will next be on the prowl for a new belt and could possibly be challenging for the Commonwealth or the Oriental crown in the next couple of months.

Prince Harry was 'close to complete breakdown' after Diana's death

Prince Harry was 'close to complete breakdown' after Diana's death

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

The fifth in line to the British throne reveals how counselling helped him through grief issues after his mother's demise when he was 12-years- old.