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PIX: Tribute in sand for Virat Kohli

PIX: Tribute in sand for Virat Kohli

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Artist Patnaik wishes Kohli birthday with cricket-themed sand art in Ayodhya

Rashmi Rocket Review

Rashmi Rocket Review

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Rashmi Rocket suffers from overcrowding. Through its runtime of nearly two hours, it hints at too many issues without sinking its teeth into any, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

World Cup qualifiers: France held, Turkey stun Netherlands

World Cup qualifiers: France held, Turkey stun Netherlands

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

Holders France got their World Cup qualifying campaign off to a disappointing start with a 1-1 draw at home to Ukraine

SEE: What our cricketers are up to!

SEE: What our cricketers are up to!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Our cricketers, who rarely get off-time, have had to spend the last week locked down in their respective homes like the rest of us across India.

Why 7,000 shoes are lined up on the US Capitol lawn

Why 7,000 shoes are lined up on the US Capitol lawn

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Thousands of children's shoes have been kept on display outside the US Capitol as a temporary memorial to children killed by gun violence.

PM Modi wishes Indian contingent luck for CWG

PM Modi wishes Indian contingent luck for CWG

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Hit by a needle controversy but in high spirits nonetheless, the jumbo Indian contingent would be aiming to make it all good with strong medal-winning performances.

A look at economic destructions caused by hurricanes

A look at economic destructions caused by hurricanes

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Superstorm Sandy is the latest hurricane to leave a trail of both human and economic devastation in the United States.

'Frankenstorm' fury: NY transit to remain shut for 4 days

'Frankenstorm' fury: NY transit to remain shut for 4 days

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

New York's flooded transit system could be out of service for four days after the superstorm 'Hurricane Sandy' slammed into the city, blocking major tunnels and subway stations, Metropolitan Transportation Authority officials have said.

Pics: It is a WILD and beautiful world!

Pics: It is a WILD and beautiful world!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Readers share their travel pics. You can share yours too!

An ancient scourge lives on

An ancient scourge lives on

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Dr Jonathan Reisman, who spent four months in Kolkata with leprosy patients who have become socio-medical outcasts, attempts to fight the much-misunderstood disease

In PHOTOS: The most INCREDIBLE moments of 2012

In PHOTOS: The most INCREDIBLE moments of 2012

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

The year 2012 has witnesses several defining moments; the conflict in Syria, Hurricane Sandy that struck the United States, the re-election of Barack Obama as US President are some of them. In a three-part series, we offer behind-the-scenes account of the images captured by Reuters photographers.

IN PHOTOS: America VOTES for its next president

IN PHOTOS: America VOTES for its next president

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

We present a collection of photographs of the polling day hustle bustle in the United States of America.

Wall Street reopens after two-day shutdown

Wall Street reopens after two-day shutdown

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

The New York Stock Exchange was back in business on Wednesday.

Baichung Bhutia: Mamata's pawn or promising politician?

Baichung Bhutia: Mamata's pawn or promising politician?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

The former Indian football captain has a new target in the Lok Sabha seat of Darjeeling, but he may not find the going as easy as scoring a goal, says Joel Rai

Ankita gives India advantage

Ankita gives India advantage

Rediff.com22 Apr 2004

Ankita Bhambri overcame Indonesia's Sandy Gumulya to put India 1-0 up in the Fed Cup women's team tennis competition.

Vakharia crashes in first round

Vakharia crashes in first round

Rediff.com12 Jan 2004

The third seed was shocked by Indonesian Sandy Gumulya in the first round of the ITF women's tennis tournament at Hyderabad.

Bridge or no bridge, Biharis always reach their destination

Bridge or no bridge, Biharis always reach their destination

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

If you are a Bihari, you come with built-in patience and acceptance, points out Asmita Bihari.

U'khand glacier disaster: 26 bodies recovered, 171 missing

U'khand glacier disaster: 26 bodies recovered, 171 missing

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said saving lives and extending all help to the families of the deceased is the state government's priority.

Captain Kohli on what went wrong for RCB in IPL 2020

Captain Kohli on what went wrong for RCB in IPL 2020

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

A bit of nerves, some hesitation and almost every good stroke going straight to the fielder -- Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli listed multiple reasons for a "strange phase" in the IPL for his side which ended with a loss in the Eliminator.

Did this dropped catch cost RCB the Eliminator?

Did this dropped catch cost RCB the Eliminator?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli rued the dropped catch of SunRisers Hyderabad batsman Kane Williamson at the fag end of the Indian Premier League Eliminator, in Abu Dhabi on Friday, saying the match could have gone in his side's way had the "difficult" chance been taken.

Here you can be in two countries at the same time!

Here you can be in two countries at the same time!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Welcome to the little slice of heaven called Dawki.

In PHOTOS: Lady Liberty is back!

In PHOTOS: Lady Liberty is back!

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Statue of Liberty, a veritable symbol of America, was reopened to the public for the first time since superstorm Sandy hit the island last year.

'US school shooting victims were students of first grade'

'US school shooting victims were students of first grade'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2012

Two days after the horrific shooting at an elementary school in Connecticut killed 20 children and six adults, United States authorities on Sunday identified the younger victims as first graders, who were shot multiple times by a long rifle. Autopsies were conducted on the 26 victims, including 12 young girls and eight boys.

Over 100 people have died in campus shootings in US

Over 100 people have died in campus shootings in US

Rediff.com15 Dec 2012

Over 100 people have died and about two dozen injured in the campus shootings across the United States over the last 20 years with the Virginia Tech massacre in 2007 being the deadliest claiming 33 lives including that of two Indians, a study says.

US school shooting: At least 10 children killed

US school shooting: At least 10 children killed

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

Several people, including children, were killed after an unidentified person opened fire in an elementary school in Connecticut today with the shooter now believed to be dead.

New ultraslim Fossil watches @ Rs 4,995!

New ultraslim Fossil watches @ Rs 4,995!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Fossil recently unveiled its latest collection of watches 'Georgia'.

IN PHOTOS: The 'LOL' moments of US presidential polls

IN PHOTOS: The 'LOL' moments of US presidential polls

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

We present a collection of whacky 'laugh out loud' photographs of the election day from across the United States. Enjoy!

Indian IT cos shut down in hurricane-affected areas

Indian IT cos shut down in hurricane-affected areas

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Companies say they have ensured that services to clients remain unaffected.

US school shooting shocks the world

US school shooting shocks the world

Rediff.com15 Dec 2012

Shocked at the horrific shooting at a US elementary school that left 20 small children and six teachers dead, world leaders on Saturday said it was a "senseless and incomprehensible act of evil", as President Barack Obama sought "meaningful action" to prevent such tragedies in future

Mumbai, Kolkata MOST prone to floods, superstorms

Mumbai, Kolkata MOST prone to floods, superstorms

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Port cities across Asia -- including Kolkata, Surat, Mumbai and Chennai -- are exposed to the threats of severe flooding and superstorms

'He spoke to us as if he knew us for a long time'

'He spoke to us as if he knew us for a long time'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

President Barrack Obama, who November 15 visited Staten Island, the New York City borough devastated by Superstorm Sandy, met with members of the St George Orthodox Church, which was partially damaged.

Roma, The Favourite lead 2019's Oscar nominations!

Roma, The Favourite lead 2019's Oscar nominations!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Which films are *you* rooting for?

DESTRUCTIVE FORCE: Pix of world's first underwater N-test

DESTRUCTIVE FORCE: Pix of world's first underwater N-test

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

In 1946, the United States conducted a series of nuclear weapon tests at Bikini Atoll in what is known as Operation Crossroads.

New York, New Jersey battle new storm, 1,700 flights hit

New York, New Jersey battle new storm, 1,700 flights hit

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

A new storm brought heavy rains, snow and powerful winds to New York and New Jersey, leaving over 1,700 flights cancelled and thousands of residents without power in the United States East Coast, which is still reeling under the devastating impact of hurricane Sandy.

US Congress polls: Bad day for Indian Americans

US Congress polls: Bad day for Indian Americans

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

The defeat of Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula from the 7th Congressional District in New Jersey is not entirely unexpected, even though official results may be delayed for days because of Hurricane Sandy.

New York subways resume limited service

New York subways resume limited service

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

New York's subway system, a crucial lifeline for the city, resumed limited service on Thursday after three days of closure in the wake of superstorm Sandy, providing some relief to thousands of commuters. The city's mass transit authority said 14 of the 26 subway lines will begin operating on Thursday even as uncertainty loomed over the full restoration of service, which officials said could take days.

Obama to resume election campaign tomorrow

Obama to resume election campaign tomorrow

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

United States President Barack Obama would get back to his election campaign on Thursday after spending three days away from poll-related activities to focus on the devastating storm Sandy and its aftermath.

Normal flights to US? Another 15 days, says Jet

Normal flights to US? Another 15 days, says Jet

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Air India, Jet Airways and United fly to these airports from Mumbai and Delhi.

10 deadliest storms in US history

10 deadliest storms in US history

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

Hurricane Sandy's arrival at America's eastern seaboard has forced the shutdown of mass transit, schools and financial markets, sending coastal residents fleeing, and threatening a dangerous mix of high winds, soaking rain and a surging wall of water up to 11 feet tall.

20 children among 28 dead in US school shooting

20 children among 28 dead in US school shooting

Rediff.com15 Dec 2012

At least 20 children were among 28 people killed when a young man opened fire inside a United States school on Thursday, in yet another tragic shooting that ended with the death of the gunman and left the country shocked and horrified.