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Lakadbaggha Review: Shocking Climax

Lakadbaggha Review: Shocking Climax

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Lakadbaggha takes up too many issues and does not do justice to them, points out Deepa Gahlot.

Bundesliga takes no action against players supporting Floyd protests

Bundesliga takes no action against players supporting Floyd protests

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Bundesliga players are free to show their support for protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody in the United States, the German Football Association (DFB) said on Wednesday.

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Shiv Shastri Balboa Review: What A Pleasant Surprise!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Shiv Shastri Balboa is a sweet dramedy that makes a case for letting seniors live with dignity, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Iran coach Queiroz says mission is to entertain for 90 mins

Iran coach Queiroz says mission is to entertain for 90 mins

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Queiroz said there was a time and place to use football to make an impact in the world and received applause from journalists when he spoke of "magic moments" from a simple gesture like giving footballs to impoverished children in Africa.

Tulsi Gabbard quits Democratic Party, calls it 'elitist cabal of war-mongers'

Tulsi Gabbard quits Democratic Party, calls it 'elitist cabal of war-mongers'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Gabbard, 41, who retired from the House of Representatives last year, made the announcement on Twitter.

I love you all! Re-elected FIFA president tells critics

I love you all! Re-elected FIFA president tells critics

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Gianni Infatino, who stood unopposed, was re-elected as FIFA President during the 73rd Congress in Kigali.

All lives don't matter until black lives matter: Du Plessis

All lives don't matter until black lives matter: Du Plessis

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

"All lives don't matter until black lives matter," former South Africa captain and star batsman Faf du Plessis said on Friday, lending support to the fight against racism that has gripped the world with renewed vigour after African-American George Floyd's death. Offering his views on the 'Black Lives Matter' movement, which found support in the ongoing England-West Indies Test series where players from both sides took a knee in the opening match, du Plessis said time has come to fight racism head on.

Officials investigate racist abuse allegations at Edgbaston

Officials investigate racist abuse allegations at Edgbaston

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

A number of supporters said on Twitter they had been targeted by racist abuse from other fans at the Birmingham

Time to punish racists, FIFA chief tells Italian football authorities

Time to punish racists, FIFA chief tells Italian football authorities

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'Racism is combatted with education, condemnation and discussion,' said the FIFA chief.

This F1 champ has struggled mentally, emotionally

This F1 champ has struggled mentally, emotionally

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Lewis Hamilton has spoken about his mental and emotional struggles

'Tannishtha wanted to put some allegation on us and she chose racism'

'Tannishtha wanted to put some allegation on us and she chose racism'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

'There is a difference between the US burger and the Indian vada pav. She should have done some research or watched at least one episode of Bachao before she came on the show.' Comedy Nights Bachao Taaza host Krushna Abhishek reacts to the controversy.

Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway Review: Rani's Screechy Ode To Motherhood!

Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway Review: Rani's Screechy Ode To Motherhood!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Instead of feeling her desperation, despair or extreme acts stemming from a mother's primal need to protect her brood, what comes through is hollow theatrics, feels Sukanya Verma.

Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players

Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'We must work towards a society that doesn't require Black players to prove their value or place in society only through victory. Ultimately everyone on the England team should be so proud of their achievement and how they represented us.'

PHOTOS: Khawaja's ton gives Australia upper hand on Day 1

PHOTOS: Khawaja's ton gives Australia upper hand on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Usman Khawaja hit an unbeaten century to give Australia the upper hand on Day 1 of the fourth and final Test against India in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

UK Police face hearing over handling of Black Athletes

UK Police face hearing over handling of Black Athletes

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Five British police officers will face a gross misconduct hearing after they stopped, searched and handcuffed two black athletes, in a 2020 incident that raised questions over the use of force and racial profiling.

Indian racially abused in Poland; called 'parasite, invader'

Indian racially abused in Poland; called 'parasite, invader'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

An undated clip went viral on social media platforms which shows an Indian man, whose identity has not been established yet, is being targeted by an attacker who calls himself an American trails behind him yelling racial epithets.

'Never too late to fight for right cause': Gayle backs Sammy

'Never too late to fight for right cause': Gayle backs Sammy

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The debate around racism in sport has kickstarted once again after former Windies T20 World Cup-winning skipper Darren Sammy alleged racism during his stint with SunRisers Hyderabad in IPL

Ex-Yorkshire player Rafiq apologises for anti-Semitic exchange

Ex-Yorkshire player Rafiq apologises for anti-Semitic exchange

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq apologised on Thursday for using anti-Semitic language in an exchange of messages with another cricketer from 2011.

Neymar admits he acted like a 'fool' in PSG brawl

Neymar admits he acted like a 'fool' in PSG brawl

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Neymar again released a lengthy statement saying that he regretted how the entire situation unfolded

British teen jailed for racial abuse against Rashford

British teen jailed for racial abuse against Rashford

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Justin Lee Price, 19, from Worcester, previously admitted to sending a grossly offensive message by public communication

'Racist' remark against Assam girl on TV show sparks row

'Racist' remark against Assam girl on TV show sparks row

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said racism should be condemned "unequivocally" after a contestant from Guwahati on a dance reality show was subjected to racist rhetoric.

Michael Jordan pledges $100 million to fight for racial equality

Michael Jordan pledges $100 million to fight for racial equality

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Protesters have taken to the streets in US cities over systemic racism and police brutality.

Tuscan GP: F1 champ Hamilton wears 'arrest the cops' T-shirt

Tuscan GP: F1 champ Hamilton wears 'arrest the cops' T-shirt

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

One police officer involved was fired by the city's police department in June. Two other officers have been placed on administrative reassignment. No criminal charges have been filed against any of the three.

Terry welcomes FA racism enquiry

Terry welcomes FA racism enquiry

Rediff.com26 Oct 2011

John Terry has welcomed the Football Association's (FA) decision to launch an investigation into an allegation of racist abuse during Chelsea's ill-tempered west London derby at Queens Park Rangers.

ICC to exercise 'common sense' approach to player-support BLM

ICC to exercise 'common sense' approach to player-support BLM

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

'Black Lives Matter' protests intensified across the US after George Floyd, an African-American man, died after having a knee pressed into his neck by a police officer identified as Derek Chauvin.

FIFA WC PIX: Qatar World Cup closing ceremony

FIFA WC PIX: Qatar World Cup closing ceremony

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

"Our parents talked to us about Maradona, and we will talk to our sons about Messi. We hope that we will win the cup, and we can celebrate with him and all the people in Argentina," said Nicolas Gomez, a fan from Argentina.

One of RR owners slapped me: Taylor's explosive claim

One of RR owners slapped me: Taylor's explosive claim

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Taylor made the revelation in his new autobiography, Ross Taylor: Black & White

Football Focus: 'Booing players taking a knee was not racist'

Football Focus: 'Booing players taking a knee was not racist'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

I was forever lonely: Ntini recalls his time in SA team

I was forever lonely: Ntini recalls his time in SA team

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Makhaya Ntini said he used to avoid travelling in the team bus and preferred running to the stadium to deal with the isolation.

Inter, AS Roma ban Italian newspaper for racist headline

Inter, AS Roma ban Italian newspaper for racist headline

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Italian sports daily Corriere dello Sport has been condemned by anti-racism group Fare for using the headline "Black Friday" along with a picture of players Chris Smalling and Romelu Lukaku to preview Friday's match between Inter Milan and AS Roma.

Relationship with tennis will continue after retirement, says Williams

Relationship with tennis will continue after retirement, says Williams

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Serena Williams is leaving tennis but her love affair with the sport will continue assured the 23-times Grand Slam winner on Monday, after reaching the second round of the US Open which could be her competitive swan song.

'Dismayed and saddened': Fans boo players taking knee

'Dismayed and saddened': Fans boo players taking knee

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

The occasion was marred by loud booing from among the 2,000 spectators at the venue.

US ex-cop found guilty on all 3 charges of killing George Floyd

US ex-cop found guilty on all 3 charges of killing George Floyd

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

A jury deliberated less than 11 hours before finding Derek Chauvin guilty of all three charges against him -- second-degree murder, third-degree murder and manslaughter.

Why South Africa's players won't take a knee in England series

Why South Africa's players won't take a knee in England series

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The issue has marred South Africa's return to international cricket for the first time since March and created debate over whether the squad should be seen to be more publicly supportive of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Holding criticises England team's 'moment of unity' gesture

Holding criticises England team's 'moment of unity' gesture

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

West Indies great Michael Holding criticised England cricket team's "moment of unity" gesture in the ongoing two-Test series against New Zealand, saying it was not supporting Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement but giving subtle meaning of "all lives matter".

Sachin @ 50: The A to Z of Master Blaster

Sachin @ 50: The A to Z of Master Blaster

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

As Sachin Tendulkar completes his 50th birthday, an A-Z listing about the 'Little Master'.

UEFA for tougher sanctions against racism

UEFA for tougher sanctions against racism

Rediff.com24 May 2013

Players or officials found guilty of racist offences in European club matches or internationals will face a minimum ban of 10 matches under tougher disciplinary regulations approved by UEFA's executive committee on Thursday.

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Allegations of racism were levelled against Boucher by his former Proteas teammate, Paul Adams.

Rashid confirms participation in IPL 2023 auction

Rashid confirms participation in IPL 2023 auction

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Adil Rashid's game changing performances in England's T20 World Cup winning campaign could certainly make him a hot property at the IPL 2023 players' auction in Kochi on December 23.

Footballer arrested for racism

Footballer arrested for racism

Rediff.com14 Apr 2005