News for 'racism'

Football: Police ban on Juventus fans for Lukaku abuse

Football: Police ban on Juventus fans for Lukaku abuse

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Lukaku was subjected to abuse during the first leg at Juventus "before, during, and after the penalty" he scored to earn Inter a 1-1 draw, the player's representatives said.

They picked on me because of my skin colour, says Paris racism victim

They picked on me because of my skin colour, says Paris racism victim

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

"It was clear to me they were picking on me because of the colour of my skin," the victim, identified by Le Parisien as Souleymane, 33, said.

Scottish cricket found to be 'institutionally racist'

Scottish cricket found to be 'institutionally racist'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

'The governance and leadership practices of Cricket Scotland have been institutionally racist'

NY Guv signs legislation making Diwali a holiday in public schools

NY Guv signs legislation making Diwali a holiday in public schools

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In a historic move, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation making Diwali a holiday for public schools in the major American city.

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Sunak sacks Indian origin home secy; Ex-PM Cameron brought in

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday sacked his Indian-origin Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, and replaced her with James Cleverly, while former premier David Cameron, in an unusual move, is back in the frontline government as the new foreign secretary.

FIFA will not act against Croatian club over Man City racism claim

FIFA will not act against Croatian club over Man City racism claim

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

FIFA will take no disciplinary action against Croatian side HNK Rijeka following Manchester City's allegation of racism during an under-21 friendly in July, world soccer's governing body said on Monday.

Brazil to probe FIFA in racism case ahead of World Cup draw

Brazil to probe FIFA in racism case ahead of World Cup draw

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Just four days before the draw for the 2014 World Cup, FIFA faced yet another embarrassment when a Sao Paulo prosecutor opened an investigation into possible racism by soccer's world governing body.

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Speaking about the issue in India in March 2012 at a media conclave, Kissinger defended his use of unparliamentary language while referring to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

After Brexit, racism rears its ugly head in Britain

After Brexit, racism rears its ugly head in Britain

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

The country witnessed over 100 incidents of racial abuse and hate crimes, including alleged racist graffiti and cards reading "no more Polish vermin" posted outside a school.

Another England player investigated for historical racism on social media

Another England player investigated for historical racism on social media

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

A second England cricketer is being investigated for historical "offensive" social media posts, cricket website Wisden.com reported on Monday.

Rafiq accused of sending vulgar texts to teenage girl six years ago

Rafiq accused of sending "vulgar" texts to teenage girl six years ago

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

The woman, who is now 22 and lives in Yorkshire, questioned some bit of Rafiq's allegations of racism against his former club.

African envoys to boycott 'Africa Day' celebrations over 'racism' in India

African envoys to boycott 'Africa Day' celebrations over 'racism' in India

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Responding to the concerns of the African envoys, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said government has directed concerned authorities to take stringent action against the culprits involved in killing of the Congolese national.

An Iftar At Lord's

An Iftar At Lord's

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

In an effort to inculcate and promote diversity, the England Cricket Board hosted an Iftar party in the iconic Long Room at the Lord's cricket ground.

Actor Stephen Fry is new MCC president

Actor Stephen Fry is new MCC president

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Speaking in November last year, his address followed Azeem Rafiq's allegations that he had been a victim of institutional racism at Yorkshire County Cricket Club.

German Soccer Star Mesut Ozil Prays For India's Muslims

German Soccer Star Mesut Ozil Prays For India's Muslims

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

German footballer Mesut Ozil on Wednesday asked his social media followers to 'spread awareness of the shameful situation in the so-called largest democracy in the world.'

Don't think I'd be alive if I grew up in UK: Holding

Don't think I'd be alive if I grew up in UK: Holding

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The 67-year-old Jamaican legend said how his sister found one of the chapters difficult to read as it takes a toll on anyone's emotions.

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Asian heritage cricketers insulted at Yorkshire: Rafiq tells parl committee

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'I felt isolated, humiliated at times. I lost my career to racism.'

Raised in the favela, racism inspires Brazil's golden girl to greatness

Raised in the favela, racism inspires Brazil's golden girl to greatness

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Brazil's first gold medallist of the Rio Olympics basked in her new-found fame on Tuesday, with Judoka Rafaela Silva taking aim at the racism that first threatened to defeat her and then became the affront that spurred her to greatness.

FA racism claims: Former England managers slam Campbell

FA racism claims: Former England managers slam Campbell

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Two former England managers and one of the country's most famous black players have rubbished allegations by Sol Campbell that he would have been national team captain for more than 10 years if he was white.

Vaughan says he is sorry for pain felt by former team mate Rafiq

Vaughan says he is sorry for pain felt by former team mate Rafiq

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Former England captain Michael Vaughan said he is sorry for all the hurt Azeem Rafiq has experienced following his ex-Yorkshire team mate's revelations about racism in English cricket.

I cried often in my room in Australia after my father's demise: Siraj

I cried often in my room in Australia after my father's demise: Siraj

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Mohammed Siraj was in Australia for his first Test tour when his father Mohammed Ghaus passed away and had to tackle the emotional phase to concentrate on cricket on that trip.

Why Leonardo Is In A Killer Mood

Why Leonardo Is In A Killer Mood

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Martin Scorsese returns with his two favourite actors Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio in his compelling new drama, Killers Of The Flower Moon.

De Kock skips T20 WC game after SA asked to take knee

De Kock skips T20 WC game after SA asked to take knee

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

South Africa wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock skipped Tuesday's Twenty20 World Cup match against West Indies citing "personal reasons" after the team were directed to take a knee in their remaining matches in the tournament.

In a first, UK Parl complex plays host to Indian Independence Day celebration

In a first, UK Parl complex plays host to Indian Independence Day celebration

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

British Indian think tank 1928 Institute organised a special roundtable entitled 'India and the Indo-Pacific' bringing together the High Commissioners of India, Bangladesh, Australia, Canada, Nepal, among others, ahead of the reception in the River Room of the House of Lords on Monday evening.

Key highlights of G20 New Delhi Leaders' declaration

Key highlights of G20 New Delhi Leaders' declaration

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced the adoption of the New Delhi Leaders Declaration, a significant victory for India's G20 presidency that came amid increasing tensions and divergent views over the Ukraine conflict.

Hales denies 'racial connotation' in his dog's name

Hales denies 'racial connotation' in his dog's name

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Former England batsman Alex Hales denied on Wednesday there was "any racial connotation" in the name of his dog after allegations by ex-Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq.

'Karan is a very generous and democratic person'

'Karan is a very generous and democratic person'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'I am a Delhi Bengali and I speak Punjabi.' 'Karan was looking at these two communities for Rocky and Rani, as well as the city of Delhi, as a setting.' 'So I guess it all fell in place.'

Sikh student assaulted in Canada; turban ripped off

Sikh student assaulted in Canada; turban ripped off

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Gagandeep Singh was assaulted when he was heading home on Friday night.

'I will never shut up': James hits back at Ibrahimovic

'I will never shut up': James hits back at Ibrahimovic

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James on Friday fired back at Zlatan Ibrahimovic and vowed to never stay silent about social causes after he was criticised by the AC Milan forward for sticking his nose into politics.

'I know I am better. I know I can rise above racism'

'I know I am better. I know I can rise above racism'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Varsha Thapa opens up about her modelling career, racism abroad, fitness and style tips and her ideal Valentine.

Akhtar backtracks, says racism not part of Pak culture

Akhtar backtracks, says racism not part of Pak culture

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

'We, as a society, should realise that this should be nipped in the bud. I am a product of this society and I did that. I had told them I will throw you out if you talk like this (about Kaneria's faith). Because this is not our culture. We as a nation did not let such discriminatory thoughts prevail. We stopped it there. We have improved a lot as a society in the last 10-15 years'.

'Drivers must not use the sport for personal agenda'

'Drivers must not use the sport for personal agenda'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Formula One drivers will need prior written permission from the sport's governing body to make "political, religious and personal statements"

EPL: Racism claims halt match before Chelsea sink Spurs

EPL: Racism claims halt match before Chelsea sink Spurs

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

The racist chants took the shine off a great day for Chelsea who have tightened their grip on fourth place.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani Review: Soch Nayi, Swad Wahi

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani Review: Soch Nayi, Swad Wahi

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani packs in abundant entertainment and hat tips to the KJo brand, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Go back to India': Indian American Congresswoman gets hate messages

'Go back to India': Indian American Congresswoman gets hate messages

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal has said that she has been receiving abusive and hate messages over the phone from a male caller who even asked her to go back to India.

Bhediya Review: Howlarious!

Bhediya Review: Howlarious!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Bhediya is an easy, entertaining watch, raves Sukanya Verma.

Time To Abolish Quotas?

Time To Abolish Quotas?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Ultimately quotas kill talent and true meritocracy, argues R Jagannathan.

Warner apologises to Siraj, Team India

Warner apologises to Siraj, Team India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

David Warner is apologetic of the crowd behaviour towards Team India in Sydney.

Racists have no place in a football stadium: Vinicius Jr

Racists have no place in a football stadium: Vinicius Jr

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Atletico said they are collaborating with authorities to identify the abusers who would be banned by the club. The Prosecutor's Office of Madrid is also investigating the case.