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Confident England eye fiery start against injury-hit NZ

Confident England eye fiery start against injury-hit NZ

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

England are an ageing side alright, but few will dare to bet against Jos Buttler's men successfully defending their World Cup title in a few weeks time.

WFI elections: Brij Bhushan camp confident of winning all 15 posts

WFI elections: Brij Bhushan camp confident of winning all 15 posts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Brij Bhushan camp, who claim to have the support of 22 of the 25 state units, expressed 'confidence' of winning all 15 posts during the WFI elections on August 12.

Asia Cup: India, Pakistan in same group

Asia Cup: India, Pakistan in same group

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

India has been grouped with hosts Pakistan for the Asia Cup to be held in June and July this year.

Which Of These Men Will Have The Last Laugh?

Which Of These Men Will Have The Last Laugh?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

While arithmetic political stability is a reality, the end result of politics in Maharashtra is hard to predict.

World Cup: Can Tunisia stop France's winning run?

World Cup: Can Tunisia stop France's winning run?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

Kadri said he felt his team did not deserve to lose but failed to take their chances while Australia scored with only two shots on goal.

LS passes women's quota bill by 454 vs 2 votes amid demand for OBC quota

LS passes women's quota bill by 454 vs 2 votes amid demand for OBC quota

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

After a spirited eight-hour debate in which 60 members participated, the Lok Sabha passed the Constitution (128th Amendment) Bill, with 454 members voting in favour and two against it.

Thackeray, Shinde camps submit 3 symbols, names to EC

Thackeray, Shinde camps submit 3 symbols, names to EC

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

The poll panel will now examine whether the symbols are not the same or whether they are not being used by any other party.

'Bommai will struggle to lead BJP to victory in Karnataka'

'Bommai will struggle to lead BJP to victory in Karnataka'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

'Some of his ministers have performed abysmally, and Bommai has faced an unwanted campaign of religious polarisation imposed by national BJP leaders.'

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha, arrested in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for allegedly receiving money to spread pro-China propaganda, told the Delhi high court on Monday that the allegations against him were "false" and "bogus", and "not a penny has come from China".

EC freezes AIADMK's 'two leaves' symbol for R K Nagar bypoll

EC freezes AIADMK's 'two leaves' symbol for R K Nagar bypoll

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

The bypoll was necessitated following the demise of J Jayalalitha.

Suarez will be public enemy No 1 in heavyweight Group D

Suarez will be public enemy No 1 in heavyweight Group D

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

Luis Suarez's spectacular season for Liverpool went a long way to restoring his tarnished image among English fans but the Uruguayan will again be public enemy No 1 for a game that could decide World Cup Group D.

Amazon, e-commerce rivals fuel commercial property boom in India

Amazon, e-commerce rivals fuel commercial property boom in India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Internet retailer Amazon and its fast-growing local rivals are driving a boom in commercial property leasing in India.

Women's T20 WC: Mandhana out of Pakistan clash

Women's T20 WC: Mandhana out of Pakistan clash

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana was ruled out of India's opening Women's T20 World Cup game against Pakistan on Sunday.

Asia Cup: Focus on Rohit, Kohli as India take on Nepal

Asia Cup: Focus on Rohit, Kohli as India take on Nepal

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

India would want the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer to get into ODI mode as soon as possible.

'Who's going to match this kid for the next few years?'

'Who's going to match this kid for the next few years?'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Certainly the prospect of another showdown at the US Open in a few weeks is exciting, but whether or not 23-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic can stretch his career long enough to battle Carlos Alcaraz on a regular basis is questionable.

Adani enters aircraft maintenance with Air Works buyout

Adani enters aircraft maintenance with Air Works buyout

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

The maintenance, repairs and overhault firm, which has six investors, received its first external funding from GTI Group and Punj Lloyd in 2007. All existing investors will exit the company following the transaction.

Twenty20 WC: India, Pak in same group

Twenty20 WC: India, Pak in same group

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

India has been drawn with arch-rivals Pakistan and minnows Scotland for the group stages of the inaugural Twenty20 World Cup.

PIX: Manchester United, Bayern win; Barcelona held

PIX: Manchester United, Bayern win; Barcelona held

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Images from the football matches played on Tuesday.

EPL: Rashford scores again as Man United win at Leeds

EPL: Rashford scores again as Man United win at Leeds

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho earned Manchester United a hard-fought 2-0 win

Uddhav Sena writes to EC on symbol, name; alleges bias

Uddhav Sena writes to EC on symbol, name; alleges bias

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

The Thackeray faction also alleged that the Commission had uploaded its letter conveying the preference for poll symbols and party names on the poll authority's website, making it accessible to everyone, including the rival faction.

Olympics: 'International Boxing Association has failed to fulfill...'

Olympics: 'International Boxing Association has failed to fulfill...'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The International Olympic Committee executive board on Wednesday recommended withdrawing recognition of the International Boxing Association (IBA).

FIFA WC: Croatia has no fear of any opponent

FIFA WC: Croatia has no fear of any opponent

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic admitted his team rode their luck against Belgium but said he was pleased with the way they controlled the match for large stretches.

Coach Powar defends India women's batting flop vs Pakistan

Coach Powar defends India women's batting flop vs Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

India women's team head coach Ramesh Powar is hardly perturbed by the 13-run defeat against Pakistan in the Asia Cup as the team management's primary aim was to test the temperament of the younger lot in a pressure situation.

Why's Lalu Silent On Bihar Communal Violence?

Why's Lalu Silent On Bihar Communal Violence?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

'Lalu understands that his words can be used by rivals to consolidate Hindu votes which may damage the prospects of his party's social support base.'

Day after EC hands over Shiv Sena to Shinde, Uddhav calls party leader's meet

Day after EC hands over Shiv Sena to Shinde, Uddhav calls party leader's meet

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

This is for the first time that the Thackeray family has lost control of the party that was founded in 1966 by Balasaheb Thackeray on the principles of justice for the sons of the soil.

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Group A match between Qatar and Senegal on Friday.

FIFA WC: Argentina are knocked down but not out

FIFA WC: Argentina are knocked down but not out

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Lautaro said Argentina dominated the match against the Saudis and did not deserve to lose, having three goals ruled out for close offside calls by VAR.

Son of former Qatari PM bids for Manchester United

Son of former Qatari PM bids for Manchester United

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

A deal for United is expected to shatter records for the sale of a sports business. The club's current majority owners, the Glazer family, are seeking a valuation as high as 7 billion pounds ($8.42 billion).

Davis Cup: Nagal pips Holmgren to bring India level vs Denmark

Davis Cup: Nagal pips Holmgren to bring India level vs Denmark

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

Sumit Nagal fought fire with fire to bring India back in the Davis Cup World Group Play-off tie against Denmark, winning the second singles.

FIFA WC: Mexico beat Saudi, but both teams ousted

FIFA WC: Mexico beat Saudi, but both teams ousted

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Mexico's exit ended a run of seven successive last-16 appearances at the World Cup and the defeat for Saudi Arabia killed off what had looked to be a realistic chance of advancing from the group stages for the first time in 28 years.

Adani issue, ED raids set to rock Parliament, again

Adani issue, ED raids set to rock Parliament, again

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The opposition parties will meet on Monday morning to evolve their strategy in both Houses of Parliament after protests by them on the Hindenburg-Adani issue overshadowed most of the first half of the Budget session.

Faith restored, says Shiv Sena as HC allows Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park

Faith restored, says Shiv Sena as HC allows Dussehra rally at Shivaji Park

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The Bombay high court on Friday permitted the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena to hold its annual Dussehra rally at the iconic Shivaji Park ground in central Mumbai on October 5.

Joint resolution of 26 Opposition parties says...

Joint resolution of 26 Opposition parties says...

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The opposition alliance that will take on the ruling National Democratic Alliance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will be called Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) and an 11-member committee will be set up for coordination, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced after a meeting of the parties in Bengaluru.

Go First bankruptcy: IndiGo, SpiceJet good momentum plays, say analysts

Go First bankruptcy: IndiGo, SpiceJet good momentum plays, say analysts

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Wadia Group-owned Go First Airways' (Go First) insolvency plea could trigger a 'momentum rally' in shares of rival airlines, Interglobe Aviation (parent company of IndiGo) and SpiceJet, as they look to gain bankrupt airline's market share, said analysts. On the bourses, shares of InterGlobe Aviation hit a 52-week high of Rs 2,235.95, surging 8 per cent on the BSE in Wednesday's intra-day trade, before settling 4.5 per cent higher at Rs 2,164 apiece. Those of SpiceJet and Jet Airways, meanwhile, rallied up to 6 per cent in the intra-day trade, and ended 1 per cent and 5 per cent higher, respectively, following the development, which was announced post market hours on Tuesday.

Fight for Shiv Sena symbol: SC to hear Uddhav's plea on Aug 1

Fight for Shiv Sena symbol: SC to hear Uddhav's plea on Aug 1

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The top court said it would tag the fresh plea and hear it together with pending ones on August 1.

Why The Army Can't Fight In Manipur

Why The Army Can't Fight In Manipur

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

For the most battle-hardened, specialised and successful counter-insurgency army in the world, this is an unfamiliar, first-time experience of dealing with the north east's deepest complexities, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Noel Tata's Retail Masterstroke

Noel Tata's Retail Masterstroke

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

His value lifestyle brand Zudio signals a coming of age of retail in small town India.

FIFA WC PIX: Senegal through to round of 16

FIFA WC PIX: Senegal through to round of 16

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Ecuador, who needed a draw to qualify for the last 16 for the second time after 2006, end up third on four points after a game played to the relentless beat of the Senegal fans' drums.

Bayern to stay grounded despite consecutive wins

Bayern to stay grounded despite consecutive wins

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

The German champions beat Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 in the league last week and then fired five goals past Viktoria Plzen in Tuesday's Champions League win that kept them top of Group C.

'Don't call me Uncle. Call me Sam'

'Don't call me Uncle. Call me Sam'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Besides his strategic and tactical acumen, it was his amazing personality, quick wit and ability to remain unflustered under any circumstances that stood him apart from almost any leader one has read about or known, recalls Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).