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Rana-Shokeen involved in heated exchange

Rana-Shokeen involved in heated exchange

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Rana and Shokeen are teammates in the Delhi team in domestic cricket, but are not on talking terms even in the dressing room.

PIX: China goes all out for Asian Games

PIX: China goes all out for Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Crowd roar as Xi opens Hangzhou Asian Games

Phelps, Lochte add chapter to rivalry, Clary closes book

Phelps, Lochte add chapter to rivalry, Clary closes book

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

Michael Phelps outdueled Ryan Lochte to win the 200 metres individual medley at the U.S. Olympic trials on Friday while Katie Ledecky suffered her first setback on the road to the Rio Games.

K'taka polls: Ex-CM Bangarappa's sons yet again cross swords for Soraba seat

K'taka polls: Ex-CM Bangarappa's sons yet again cross swords for Soraba seat

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Kumar Bangarappa and Madhu Bangarappa are pitted against each other in Soraba constituency in Shivamogga district, which was represented by their father from 1967 to 1994 till his election to the Lok Sabha.

Review: Sam Bahadur: The Amar Chitra Katha Version

Review: Sam Bahadur: The Amar Chitra Katha Version

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Sam Bahadur is a mechanical summary of his life, ticking off one chapter after another without bothering to pause or ponder over their significance and influences, observes Sukanya Verma.

'Dear Roger, my friend and rival...'

'Dear Roger, my friend and rival...'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'It's been a pleasure but also an honour and privilege to share all these years with you, living so many amazing moments on and off the court.'

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

India-Pakistan: Hayden warns Rohit ahead of blockbuster Asia Cup clash

India-Pakistan: Hayden warns Rohit ahead of blockbuster Asia Cup clash

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Matthew Hayden wants India skipper Rohit Sharma to negotiate Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi's first three overs with "caution".

Alcaraz one of the top favourites for French Open: Djokovic

Alcaraz one of the top favourites for French Open: Djokovic

Rediff.com12 May 2023

World No 1 Novak Djokovic said Carlos Alcaraz is the man to beat on clay and is one of the top title contenders for the French Open.

PICS: Asalanka's ton in vain as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka

PICS: Asalanka's ton in vain as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi, on Monday.

Part of me leaves with Federer, says emotional Nadal

Part of me leaves with Federer, says emotional Nadal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Sitting courtside, Rafael Nadal cried as his great rival, Roger Federer, bid an emotional farewell to tennis at the Laver Cup on Friday, later saying an important part of him was also leaving the men's Tour with the retirement of the Swiss.

Eyewitness reveals details of Gambhir-Kohli verbal spat

Eyewitness reveals details of Gambhir-Kohli verbal spat

Rediff.com2 May 2023

'Toh ab tu mujhe sikhayega...,' Gambhir said in a verbal spat with Kohli

Kohli Reacts To Ronaldo-Messi Chess Pic

Kohli Reacts To Ronaldo-Messi Chess Pic

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Two of the greatest football players of the 21st century, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo broke the Internet by posting a picture as part of the promotional campaign for the FIFA World Cup, in which they were portrayed playing chess against each other.

'India can secure release of naval officers'

'India can secure release of naval officers'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'There is a view that there is a Pakistan angle to this.' 'Pakistan has a large presence in Qatar and would want India to be blacklisted.'

In Kerala for 2 days, Modi meets state's top bishops in big minority push

In Kerala for 2 days, Modi meets state's top bishops in big minority push

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met the top priests of various churches in Kerala, giving a push to the Bharatiya Janata Party's efforts to reach out to the influential minority community in the southern state ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, sources said.

Federer set tone for excellence: Djokovic

Federer set tone for excellence: Djokovic

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Tributes poured in after Federer's announcement and Djokovic heaped more praise on the player he shared an enduring rivalry with during his own rise to the top of the men's game.

Canada a hotbed of separatists, requests for deportation ignored: India

Canada a hotbed of separatists, requests for deportation ignored: India

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

At least nine separatist organisations supporting terror groups have their bases in Canada and despite multiple deportation requests Ottawa has taken no action against those involved in heinous crimes, including the killing of popular Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, officials in New Delhi said on Tuesday.

'My 12 YO is disobedient, doesn't study. Pls help'

'My 12 YO is disobedient, doesn't study. Pls help'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers expert parenting advice.

Ponting predicts winner of India vs Pak clash

Ponting predicts winner of India vs Pak clash

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Ponting feels that fans and players have been starved of this brilliant rivalry between two Asian giants.

Denied ticket, MLA Kumaraswamy quits BJP in Karnataka

Denied ticket, MLA Kumaraswamy quits BJP in Karnataka

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Mudigere's Bharatiya Janata Party MLA, M P Kumaraswamy, on Thursday announced his resignation from the party, after he was denied ticket to contest the Karnataka assembly polls, and blamed national General Secretary C T Ravi for not getting nominated.

Were Parveen And Zeenat Friends?

Were Parveen And Zeenat Friends?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

On Parveen's 69th birth anniversary on April 4, Zeenat remembered her with a beautiful post, and explains the kind of relationship that they had.

Chopra primed to win World C'ships gold, Pakistan's Nadeem also in reckoning

Chopra primed to win World C'ships gold, Pakistan's Nadeem also in reckoning

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Neeraj has won gold medals in Olympics (Tokyo in 2021), Asian Games (2018) and Commonwealth Games (2018), besides becoming the Diamond League champion last year.

Bidding for Ronaldo-Messi prestige seat tops $2.6 million

Bidding for Ronaldo-Messi prestige seat tops $2.6 million

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

A Saudi Arabian businessman is leading bidding to watch the latest chapter in Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi's celebrated rivalry in global soccer with a 10 million riyals ($2.66 million) offer for a ticket to a showpiece game.

Two killed in clash over inter-faith relationship in Karnataka

Two killed in clash over inter-faith relationship in Karnataka

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

One more person is said to be seriously injured and is undergoing treatment.

Faultlines Resurface In Karnataka BJP

Faultlines Resurface In Karnataka BJP

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

In an election where every seat will matter, micro-strategising is going to be the order of the day. And in such a situation, party infighting - in all parties --could lead to unpredictable results.

Throwback: Aus last win on Indian soil 19 years ago

Throwback: Aus last win on Indian soil 19 years ago

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Former Australian cricketer Michael Kasprowicz took a walk down memory lane as he shared anecdotes of Australia's last Test win in India.

Federer reveals his 'toughest rival' on court...

Federer reveals his 'toughest rival' on court...

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Swiss great Roger Federer insists he will end his career this week with no regrets even though his record of 20 Grand Slam titles was overhauled by Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

'Big Three will be missed but game will continue to thrive'

'Big Three will be missed but game will continue to thrive'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

The trio have dominated men's tennis over the last 20 years and played a major role in shaping the direction of the sport

'Will play cricket the way that gets us results'

'Will play cricket the way that gets us results'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

England will 'play cricket that gets a result, our way', said their inspirational captain Ben Stokes, strengthening the team's commitment to stick to the hotly-debated 'Bazball' approach.

Nations League SF: It's Netherlands v Croatia, Italy v Spain

Nations League SF: It's Netherlands v Croatia, Italy v Spain

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The four countries were winners of their respective League A groups last year and compete in the mini-tournament in mid-year to decide the 2022-23 title.

Will Dhawan sweep his way back to form?

Will Dhawan sweep his way back to form?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Battling indifferent form, veteran India opener Shikhar Dhawan is working on his sweep shot and reverse hit as part of his preparation for the ODI World Cup at home in October-November 2023.

'Adani has deep pockets...'

'Adani has deep pockets...'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'Adani can attract vessels at a much lower cost to Vizhinjam as he has the financial muscle to do so.'

So Much To Watch On OTT This Week!

So Much To Watch On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Thriller, horror, feel-good, rom-com, action, vendetta, biopics -- you name it, you got it on OTT this week.

Djokovic and Nadal to renew rivalry in Monte Carlo semis

Djokovic and Nadal to renew rivalry in Monte Carlo semis

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

A near flawless Novak Djokovic crushed Marin Cilic 6-0, 6-3 to set up a blockbuster Monte Carlo Masters semi-final with claycourt king Rafa Nadal, who came through a testing workout by David Ferrer on Friday.

PICS: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz; meets Djokovic in US Open final

PICS: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz; meets Djokovic in US Open final

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Images from the men's singles semi-finals at the US Open semi-finals, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Friday.

World C'ships PIX: Lane nine just fine for golden girl Richardson

World C'ships PIX: Lane nine just fine for golden girl Richardson

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

American Holloway wins third straight world 110m hurdles title

Five talking points as England-Australia renew rivalry

Five talking points as England-Australia renew rivalry

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

'England against Australia at Lord's, it doesn't get much bigger than that.'

Video footage reveals how rivals murder gangster Tajpuriya inside Tihar jail

Video footage reveals how rivals murder gangster Tajpuriya inside Tihar jail

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The video, captured by a CCTV camera inside the high-security jail, showed the attackers descending from the first floor by clinging to bed sheets using them as a rope and then barging into Tajpuriya's cell on the ground floor to attack him.

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Not So Near, Yet Not So Far From BJP

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Call it the art of staying rooted yet bending with prevailing political winds. With Telangana going to the polls in December, and assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Andhra and Odisha scheduled next year, what factors have influenced parties' recent moves?

Gang members killed Moosewala, admits Lawrence Bishnoi

Gang members killed Moosewala, admits Lawrence Bishnoi

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has told investigators that his gang's members, including Canada-based Goldy Brar, hatched a conspiracy and killed Sidhu Moosewala, officials said on Friday.