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Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Foreign policy is always a work in progress and ups and downs are built into foreign policy process. What is permanent is national interest. Hopefully, this year, which will also witness general elections in the country, will also clear clouds in the foreign policy horizon, observes Rup Narayan Das.

It was my dream to win gold at World championships: Neeraj

It was my dream to win gold at World championships: Neeraj

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships.

Nephew Vijay takes on uncle Bhupesh Baghel in Chhattisgarh's Patan

Nephew Vijay takes on uncle Bhupesh Baghel in Chhattisgarh's Patan

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Vijay Baghel and Jogi accuse the chief minister of prompting liquor vends across the state.

'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.'

Antim's goal: To outdo Vinesh Phogat's wrestling feats

Antim's goal: To outdo Vinesh Phogat's wrestling feats

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Panghal defended her 53kg crown at the U20 World Championships in Amman, Jordan.

Lessons For The World From 2023

Lessons For The World From 2023

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

One looks upon the coming new year with foreboding as current wars in Ukraine and Gaza spill over and escalate and new ones erupt in incipient fault lines across the world, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Three of Us Review: Wistful, Wonderful Walk Down Memory Lane

Three of Us Review: Wistful, Wonderful Walk Down Memory Lane

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

It's simply heart-warming to watch Shefali Shah, Jaideep Ahlawat and Swanand Kirkire bring out the optimism in Three of Us, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Sindhu's journey: From Olympic glory to World C'ships

Sindhu's journey: From Olympic glory to World C'ships

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Sindhu reminisces about life-changing past seven years, her maiden Olympic medal ahead of WC

India vs Pakistan: 'We should play a lot more against each other'

India vs Pakistan: 'We should play a lot more against each other'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

More matches between arch-rivals India and Pakistan will only benefit both sides as well as continent's hockey

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy, which regards itself as the 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region, has also stepped up to the plate, with a warship stationed at all times off the Gulf of Aden for counter-piracy tasks. 91 Indian warships have been deployed in the region since 2008, patrolling high risk areas where piracy was rampant.

When Bollywood Slipped Into God Mode

When Bollywood Slipped Into God Mode

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Every now and then Bollywood finds itself in need of divine intervention.

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.

'Ministers lost because of their arrogance'

'Ministers lost because of their arrogance'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'Once elected, you have to act like people's representative for the full five years or else people show you your place.'

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.

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory

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.

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.

How Canada is 'soft peddling' Khalistani extremists

How Canada is 'soft peddling' Khalistani extremists

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Over the years, Khalistani extremists were further "emboldened" and started "operating with impunity" from Canada.

Arsenal down Man City in shootout to win Community Shield

Arsenal down Man City in shootout to win Community Shield

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Arsenal beat Manchester City 4-1 in a penalty shootout to win the Community Shield on Sunday

Big expectations from young Indian shooters at Asian Games

Big expectations from young Indian shooters at Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

But new faces, such as world champion 10m air rifle shooter Rudrankksh Patil, Esha Singh (10m air pistol), Sift Kaur Samra and Ashi Chouksey (50m rifle 3-positions) are some of the brightest prospects in the team with a potential to aim for gold, notwithstanding the extremely tough challenge the Chinese will pose in the coming fortnight.

Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Why Aishwarya Is Bollywood's Golden Girl

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

On her 50th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to Bollywood's Golden Girl and 15 of her noteworthy performances.

Unprecedented, never faced before: Assam Rifles DG on Manipur situation

Unprecedented, never faced before: Assam Rifles DG on Manipur situation

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'Today, the biggest challenge is the large number of weapons that are out within both communities. Related to this, is the minds of both communities. Today, there's so much (hatred) against each other. '

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.

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.

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.

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.'

Cummins reveals Australia's World Cup strategy: No rotation for bowlers!

Cummins reveals Australia's World Cup strategy: No rotation for bowlers!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Intention is to play every match, we won't be rotating bowlers unless we have to: Pat Cummins

112 Tests of England-India cricket rivalry

112 Tests of England-India cricket rivalry

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Rajneesh Gupta presents glimpses of India-England Test history.

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.

Did Sara-Ananya Date the Same Man?

Did Sara-Ananya Date the Same Man?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Kara Johar goes down memory lane and spilled the beans on his infamous rifts with Kareena Kapoor and Kajol.

China-Japan rivalry, a big economic victory for India

China-Japan rivalry, a big economic victory for India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's $12-billion loan at an incredibly low interest rate may have trumped China's aim to enter the enormous Indian Railways market, notes A K Bhattacharya.

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

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

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Soccer PIX: Liverpool beat Fulham; Real edge Atletico

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Koopmeiners leads Atalanta past Milan into Coppa semis

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.