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With President ready to quit, Lanka army chief urges people for peace

With President ready to quit, Lanka army chief urges people for peace

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

Thousands of irate anti-government protesters in Sri Lanka on Saturday stormed into embattled President Rajapaksa's official residence in central Colombo's high-security Fort area after breaking the barricades, as they demanded his resignation over the island nation's worst economic crisis in recent memory.

Modi holds bilaterals with world leaders at BRICS summit

Modi holds bilaterals with world leaders at BRICS summit

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Modi held a "productive meeting" with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali on a day when BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) leaders officially endorsed Ethiopia's entry into the bloc.

This nurse soothes COVID-19 patients with her violin

This nurse soothes COVID-19 patients with her violin

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

While most exhausted healthcare workers want to rush home to be with their families after finishing their long shifts serving the COVID-19 patients, a 26-year-old nurse picks up her violin and returns to the ward.

2nd Test: Conway puts New Zealand on top after rainy Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

2nd Test: Conway puts New Zealand on top after rainy Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Conway's 78 from 108 balls on a grassy pitch gave the hosts a flying start

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday made a fresh push for reforms in global institutions, including the United Nations, asserting that the world's 'new realities' should be reflected in 'new global structure' as it is nature's law that those who don't change with times lose their relevance.

PHOTOS: Bowlers give India the honours on Day 1

PHOTOS: Bowlers give India the honours on Day 1

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Sri Lanka were reeling on 86/6 in response to India's 252 on day one of the second Test, leaving the hosts 166 runs ahead so far in the day-night game.

FIFA WC: Portugal's Ronaldo benched for last-16 tie vs Switzerland

FIFA WC: Portugal's Ronaldo benched for last-16 tie vs Switzerland

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Ronaldo, the first player to score in five World Cups, has only one goal in Qatar which came in Portugal's group opener against Ghana.

'China did not get its way'

'China did not get its way'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'There's no pro-China tilt in BRICS.' 'All these countries want to be close to China, but they are all good friends of India also.'

Will Neymar be fit to face South Korea?

Will Neymar be fit to face South Korea?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Neymar has suffered many issues with his right foot and underwent surgery four years ago for a fractured metatarsal.

Women's Asia Cup: Favourites India look to carry ODI momentum

Women's Asia Cup: Favourites India look to carry ODI momentum

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The Indian team would be desperate to move on from the Mankading incident and focus on the Asia Cup.

Depleted India go down to Sri Lanka in second T20

Depleted India go down to Sri Lanka in second T20

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Sri Lanka beat India by four wickets to draw level in the three-match series.

Chanderpaul's son Tagenarine in West Indies Test squad

Chanderpaul's son Tagenarine in West Indies Test squad

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

West Indies all-rounder Roston Chase and middle-order batsman Shamarh Brooks were on Saturday recalled to the squad for their two-Test series in Australia, while former captain Shivnarine Chanderpaul's son Tagenarine earned his maiden call-up.

'India has increased its hard power'

'India has increased its hard power'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

'It is commendable that India is able to persuade all sides.' 'It shows that India counts and finally, we are reaching a position where we can find a place in the sun at the global level.'

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A summary of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

PIX: Ronaldo fires Portugal to win; England ease past Ukraine

PIX: Ronaldo fires Portugal to win; England ease past Ukraine

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo continued his record-breaking form for Portugal as he grabbed two more goals in his country's 6-0 thrashing of Luxembourg in a Euro 2024 qualifier on Sunday.

World Cup 2023: History

World Cup 2023: History

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

A look back at how the last 12 World Cups played out.

PHOTOS: Sri Lanka blown away by Stoinis storm

PHOTOS: Sri Lanka blown away by Stoinis storm

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup Super 12 match played between Australia and Sri Lanka in Perth on Tuesday.

Did Ronaldo's bombshell interview impact Portugal?

Did Ronaldo's bombshell interview impact Portugal?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

'It's a personal interview, very personal actually, and we have to respect that'

Portuguese fans sink into deep gloom from team's exit

Portuguese fans sink into deep gloom from team's exit

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Asked if the result could have been different if Ronaldo had played from the beginning of the game, Portuguese fan Filipa Ramires said "it wouldn't have mattered".

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

PIX: Jaiswal hits century on debut; India in control

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal hit a century on debut as India seized complete control on the second day of the first Test against the West Indies.

Karan Strikes! Over to Kangana

Karan Strikes! Over to Kangana

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

When her only project with Karan's Dharma productions Ungli (directed by Rensil D'Silva) clocked seven years, Karan posted the movie poster and deleted her presence entirely.

PICS: Markram ton gives SA solid start before WI fight back

PICS: Markram ton gives SA solid start before WI fight back

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 1st Test played between South Africa and West Indies at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Tuesday.

PICS: Mahrez hat-trick sends Manchester City into FA Cup final

PICS: Mahrez hat-trick sends Manchester City into FA Cup final

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Riyad Mahrez scored a hat-trick as Manchester City snapped their losing streak in FA Cup semi-finals with a 3-0 stroll over second-tier Sheffield United at Wembley on Saturday.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka set for thrilling final day!

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka set for thrilling final day!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

New Zealand will go into the final day of the first Test against Sri Lanka needing 257 runs for victory with nine wickets in hand.

South Africa claim series over Windies with big win

South Africa claim series over Windies with big win

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

South Africa had set the tourists an improbable 391 for victory on day four but skittled them out for 106 in 35.1 overs

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Table-toppers RR need middle-order fire to tame RCB

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

Table-toppers Rajasthan Royals need more from their fragile middle-order as they look to return to winning ways against an inconsistent but dangerous Royal Challengers Bangalore in Sunday's IPL match in Bengaluru.

ISL: Hernandez scores twice as Odisha stun Bengaluru

ISL: Hernandez scores twice as Odisha stun Bengaluru

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Spanish midfielder Javi Hernandez scored two stunning goals as Odisha FC made a winning start to their Hero Indian Super League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Bengaluru FC, at Tilak Maidan stadium in Vasco, Goa, on Wednesday.

Neymar backs controversial Bolsonaro ahead of polls

Neymar backs controversial Bolsonaro ahead of polls

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

At the event the day earlier, Neymar thanked Bolsonaro for "this illustrious visit."

Man United's Champions League last 16 hopes in danger

Man United's Champions League last 16 hopes in danger

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Images from UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

ISL: BFC ends Kerala's unbeaten run

ISL: BFC ends Kerala's unbeaten run

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

After a barren first half, Roshan scored from a spectacular free kick in the 56th minute, which turned out to be the decisive goal.

PIX: Phillips, Boult steer New Zealand to big win over SL

PIX: Phillips, Boult steer New Zealand to big win over SL

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 12 match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka, at Sydney Cricket Ground, in Sydney, on Saturday.

Huge win for India as G20 adopts New Delhi declaration

Huge win for India as G20 adopts New Delhi declaration

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

"Have just got the good news that due to the hard work of our teams and your cooperation, a consensus has been reached on New Delhi G20 Leaders Summit Declaration," Modi said while addressing the second session of the Summit at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

Women's Euros PICS: Netherlands, Sweden share spoils

Women's Euros PICS: Netherlands, Sweden share spoils

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

Images from the Women's European Football Championship matches in England on Saturday.

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

A summary of the UEFA Champions League Group Stage action, on Wednesday.

It's Windies bowlers vs India batters at Dominica

It's Windies bowlers vs India batters at Dominica

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The sub-narratives in the main story will be equally intriguing in the next 13 days.

WODIs: Openers in focus as India look to seal SL series

WODIs: Openers in focus as India look to seal SL series

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

The Indian women's cricket team will look for stability from its top-order as it sets out to seal the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka in the second game in Pallekele on Monday.

1st WODI: All-round Deepti helps India down SL by 4 wickets

1st WODI: All-round Deepti helps India down SL by 4 wickets

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

India bowled out Sri Lanka for 171 in 48.2 overs, and then chased down the target with 12 overs to spare.

IPL PIX: Parag, Kuldeep Sen star in RR's win over RCB

IPL PIX: Parag, Kuldeep Sen star in RR's win over RCB

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals in Pune on Tuesday.

Labuschagne ton puts Australia in charge vs West Indies

Labuschagne ton puts Australia in charge vs West Indies

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Steve Smith was on 59 unbeaten with Labuschagne at the close.

G20 Summit: Dream Come True For India

G20 Summit: Dream Come True For India

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

India's dream to be in the forefront of international politics has come true. India has placed itself firmly as a major player in the shaping of a new world order, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.