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Milkha Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Milkha Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Legendary Indian sprinter Milkha Singh has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in isolation at his Chandigarh residence.

Cong calls 'Sengol' story bogus, BJP alleges insult to Indian culture

Cong calls 'Sengol' story bogus, BJP alleges insult to Indian culture

Rediff.com27 May 2023

"Is it any surprise that the new Parliament is being consecrated with typically false narratives from WhatsApp University? The BJP-RSS distorians stand exposed yet again with maximum claims, minimum evidence," Congress general secretary communications Ramesh said in his tweet.

Will Rishi Sunak create history in his second comeback for PM race?

Will Rishi Sunak create history in his second comeback for PM race?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

While Sunak has maintained a dignified silence over the recent crisis, his supporters have not lost any opportunity to point out how the former finance minister had got the economic forecasts right.

Ever visited a place and felt patriotic? Share you I-Day spirit

Ever visited a place and felt patriotic? Share you I-Day spirit

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

We'll publish the most interesting ones right here on Rediff.com.

2023: 6 HOT Dating Trends

2023: 6 HOT Dating Trends

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

Modern masculinity will take 2023 by storm and change the gender dynamics in dating.

FIFA WC diary: Beer priced at nearly $14 per half-litre!

FIFA WC diary: Beer priced at nearly $14 per half-litre!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Rainbow-themed badge adorns US training facility

EPL: Leeds relegation fears grow after loss at Villa

EPL: Leeds relegation fears grow after loss at Villa

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

Leeds United's Premier League relegation fears heightened as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on Friday, leaving Jesse Marsch's side without a win in their last seven games in all competitions.

'Irrfan never felt he was a master of acting'

'Irrfan never felt he was a master of acting'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

'For him to suddenly leave the way that he did, it shattered me.' 'It took me a long, long, time to come to terms with it.' 'Because the loss of such a friend can destroy you.' 'The loss was and continues to be immense.'

'Modi can't be seen in Xi's company'

'Modi can't be seen in Xi's company'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

'The MEA, hopefully, made it clear that the Indian PM can't be seen in Xi Jinping's company when China has, for all intents and purposes, annexed over 1,000 sq kms of Indian territory in eastern Ladakh, and essentially that the Wuhan spirit and the Mamallapuram spirit have turned into vinegar.'

India, China discuss LAC affairs in Beijing, no breakthrough yet

India, China discuss LAC affairs in Beijing, no breakthrough yet

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) was established in 2012 as an institutional mechanism for consultation and coordination for the maintenance of peace and tranquillity in the border areas.

Spirit of rivalry with China thrives in Congress

Spirit of rivalry with China thrives in Congress

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

Rather unusually, for it was a party forum, China cropped up several times during the discussions at the All-India Congress Committee plenary session at Burari in Delhi. And references to the country were not in socialist solidarity, either.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

How Gill tackled spinners on challenging track

How Gill tackled spinners on challenging track

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

'When you play on slower wickets, it's more important to play with the wrists and that comes naturally to me. I took on the extra pace (of Umran) today and it came off in this game, but in another game it might not'

India abstains on Russian resolution against Ukraine at UNSC

India abstains on Russian resolution against Ukraine at UNSC

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

India has abstained on yet another resolution involving Ukraine, this time a motion sponsored by Russia at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) that sought to establish a commission to investigate claims by Moscow that the United States and Ukraine are carrying out 'military biological activities' in laboratories in Ukraine in violation of the biological weapons convention.

Real 'anti-nationals' are those who...: Sonia's fresh attack on govt

Real 'anti-nationals' are those who...: Sonia's fresh attack on govt

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

She alleged that today, the regime in power is misusing and subverting the institutions of the Constitution, and weakening its foundations of liberty, equality, fraternity and justice.

Tom Moody backing Pakistan for the win

Tom Moody backing Pakistan for the win

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar spoke on who has the edge between Pakistan and England, he said, "I will probably back Pakistan because bowlers win tournaments and that is where Pakistan, with the kind of bowling attack that they have, I mean four quality quicks and they have the wrist spin, and if they require they also have the option of a left-arm spinner,"

B-schools don't teach entrepreneurial spirit

B-schools don't teach entrepreneurial spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

Competitive and unidirectional environment in B-schools offers little room for serious thought.

We played stupid cricket: Rahul slams LSG's batters

We played stupid cricket: Rahul slams LSG's batters

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

Lucknow Super Giants pounced on the mistakes of a self-destructing Punjab Kings to record a convincing 20-run win in the IPL 2022 match at the MCA International Stadium in Pune on Friday.

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'Education played the most significant role in entrenchment of Hindutva ideology in coastal Karnataka.' 'Teachers of most of the schools, junior colleges, degree colleges and universities are active agents of Hindutva propaganda.'

Menstrual leave policy decision, says SC, tells petitioner to approach govt

Menstrual leave policy decision, says SC, tells petitioner to approach govt

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking a direction to all the states to frame rules for menstrual pain leave for female students and working women at their respective workplace, observing that the issue falls under the policy domain of the government.

'It's inhuman, merciless that breaches every human right'

'It's inhuman, merciless that breaches every human right'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'I was put in an anda cell. No window, light or air. Only grills.' 'During the monsoon, water would seep. There were rats running around all the time.' 'We were forced to sleep under bright lights all the time. Those bright lights are never switched off.'

Serbians shell-shocked; Cameroonians refused to be tamed

Serbians shell-shocked; Cameroonians refused to be tamed

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

With both Serbia and Cameroon desperate for points after their opening defeats, they played out one of the most entertaining games of the tournament

Remembering Mother Teresa, 25 Years On

Remembering Mother Teresa, 25 Years On

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Twenty five years after her passing, Mother Teresa's congregation continues to work selflessly in the homes she set up for abandoned babies, leprosy victims and the dying destitute, reports Payal Singh Mohanka.

Why India's reset of its Russian relationship is important

Why India's reset of its Russian relationship is important

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

'One lesson to emerge out of the Modi-Putin summit is that India can be more self-confident that it possesses inherent strengths to leverage its interlocutors to influence Pakistani policies,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Modi-Hasina sign Kushiyara water-sharing pact, but no Teesta

Modi-Hasina sign Kushiyara water-sharing pact, but no Teesta

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

India and Bangladesh on Tuesday signed an interim water sharing agreement for Kushiyara river, the first such pact since the signing of the Ganga water treaty in 1996.

Kiara Gets Her Hands DIRTY Doing This!

Kiara Gets Her Hands DIRTY Doing This!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Sonakshi goes Double XL... Manisha's 30th anniversary... And Madhuri's 23rd...

SC order on CEC appointment: Rijiju says judges are for judicial work

SC order on CEC appointment: Rijiju says judges are for judicial work

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Law Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday invoked the constitutional 'Lakshman Rekha' guiding different institutions, including the executive and the judiciary, and wondered that if judges become part of administrative appointments, who would carry out judicial work.

Injured Nadal unsure if he can play semis against Kyrgios

Injured Nadal unsure if he can play semis against Kyrgios

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Nadal appeared close to retiring mid-match on Wednesday on Centre Court but he found the will to beat Fritz

Nadal out for up to six weeks with stress fracture in rib

Nadal out for up to six weeks with stress fracture in rib

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

'I'm disappointed and sad because after a good start to the season I was coming to a very important part of the year with very good feelings and good results.'

Why Is The Congress Afraid?

Why Is The Congress Afraid?

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Why weren't the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Kerala, Maharashtra and Telangana -- all of which have borders with Karnataka -- not invited to Saturday's swearing-in ceremony, asks Shyam G Menon.

Samson rues fall of wickets in unsuccessful chase

Samson rues fall of wickets in unsuccessful chase

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

He also praised opposite number Hardik Pandya.

'It is only when love dies that you start blaming the other'

'It is only when love dies that you start blaming the other'

Rediff.com30 May 2023

'Love, be it between a boy and a girl or your passion for your craft, carries with it no complaints.'

Ex-guv Koshyari shouldn't have sworn in Shinde as CM: Uddhav faction tells SC

Ex-guv Koshyari shouldn't have sworn in Shinde as CM: Uddhav faction tells SC

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Senior lawyer Kapil Sibal told a five-judge constitution bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud that Koshyari had sworn in Shinde without even asking him which party he and the other legislators supporting him belonged to.

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Oommen Chandy always had time for his people and valued their voices.' 'There was no rest for him as long as the betterment of his fellow citizens was at stake.' Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who knew the former Kerala chief minister for half a century, salutes a beloved leader who worked tirelessly for the welfare of its people.

After one loss we won't change things around: Rohit

After one loss we won't change things around: Rohit

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

India's captain Rohit Sharma says he will continue to back his young bowlers and give them opportunities to showcase their skills at crunch moments of a game.

Archer ready to be patient after injury return

Archer ready to be patient after injury return

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

Archer spent 17 months on the sidelines with back and elbow injuries

Time to confront forces of hatred and prejudice, Sonia tells CPP

Time to confront forces of hatred and prejudice, Sonia tells CPP

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Sonia hit out at the BJP, saying the ruling party's "divisive agenda" has become a regular feature of political discourse in all states and that history is being "mischievously distorted" to add fuel to its agenda.

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Add adventure to your winterr vacay with any of these easy, one-day Himalayan treks that you can attempt by yourself.

EPL: Arsenal snatch vital win with late goals against Wolves

EPL: Arsenal snatch vital win with late goals against Wolves

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Arsenal's third successive league win lifted them above West Ham United into fifth place with 45 points, one behind Manchester United but having played two fewer games.

IPL 2022: Dhoni sums up CSK's season

IPL 2022: Dhoni sums up CSK's season

Rediff.com21 May 2022

CSK finished the season in ninth place, having suffered 10 defeats while managing to win only four times