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Sunita Williams: 'Humans arguing seems silly when...'

Sunita Williams: 'Humans arguing seems silly when...'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Astronaut Sunita Williams discusses how space travel changed her perspective on life, emphasizing the unity of Earth and the silliness of human conflicts when viewed from space.

UCL PIX: Newcastle, Juve book knockout place; Barca win

UCL PIX: Newcastle, Juve book knockout place; Barca win

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

IMAGES from UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

India Open: Lakshya enters quarters; Satwik-Chirag exit

India Open: Lakshya enters quarters; Satwik-Chirag exit

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Former champion Lakshya Sen produced a composed and tactical performance to advance to the quarterfinals of the $950,000 India Open Super 750 badminton tournament but Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy bowed out after a spirited show, in New Delhi, on Thursday.

Birds Return To Haunt India Open!

Birds Return To Haunt India Open!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Play was briefly interrupted during the women's doubles semifinal of the ongoing India Open Super 750 tournament on Saturday after some "particles from the bird's nest" fell on the court.

Carrick back at Old Trafford as United's interim manager

Carrick back at Old Trafford as United's interim manager

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The 44-year-old inherits a team in crisis, sitting seventh in the Premier League table -- a whopping 17 points behind leaders Arsenal -- and eliminated from both domestic cups.

BWF speeds up play with 25-second Time Clock trial

BWF speeds up play with 25-second Time Clock trial

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'Players do not need to serve within 25 seconds -- just be in position and ready.'

Who is Michael Carrick? The man asked to save United

Who is Michael Carrick? The man asked to save United

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Manchester United have turned to one of their own, appointing their former midfielder Michael Carrick to steady the ship as interim manager until the season's end, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Duffy waiting to cheer 'King' Kohli from RCB dug-out

Duffy waiting to cheer 'King' Kohli from RCB dug-out

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Duffy cautions against data obsession in T20s, waiting to cheer 'King' Kohli from RCB dug-out

Suraj Karkera shines as Ranchi Royals win on penalties

Suraj Karkera shines as Ranchi Royals win on penalties

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Ranchi Royals prevailed over HIL GC in the shootout after the two sides were locked 4-4 at the end of regulation time in the men's Hockey India League (HIL) in Bhubaneswar on Monday.

Head Clash Triggers Refereeing Row At Boxing Nationals

Head Clash Triggers Refereeing Row At Boxing Nationals

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The refereeing at the ongoing National Boxing Championships has come under scrutiny, prompting the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) to order a review after Olympian Ashish Chaudhary was disqualified from his opening-round bout.

'They Are Lying': Akram Breaks Silence'

'They Are Lying': Akram Breaks Silence'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Wasim Akram said some of his team-mates still blame him for that defeat.

HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers pip Shrachi Bengal Tigers

HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers pip Shrachi Bengal Tigers

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Vedanta Kalinga Lancers register 2-1 win over Shrachi Bengal Tigers, move to 2nd spot in men's HIL

Bird droppings halt Prannoy-Loh match at India Open

Bird droppings halt Prannoy-Loh match at India Open

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

India Open badminton: "Bird droppings" interrupt Prannoy-Loh match, add to organisers' woes

Explained: How FTA with EU will help boost India's exports

Explained: How FTA with EU will help boost India's exports

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India and the European Union (EU) on Tuesday announced the conclusion and finalisation of negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement (FTA).

Tears at the San Siro: Jesus inspires Arsenal victory

Tears at the San Siro: Jesus inspires Arsenal victory

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Arsenal in seventh heaven with 3-1 win at Inter

Hyundai Returns As ICC Partner Till 2027

Hyundai Returns As ICC Partner Till 2027

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The partnership strengthens HMC's presence in global cricket, marking its return to the sport after its earlier association with the ICC between 2011 and 2015.

Lin Chun-Yi, An Se Young clinch India Open titles

Lin Chun-Yi, An Se Young clinch India Open titles

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Chinese Taipei's Lin Chun-Yi claimed his maiden Super 750 title in men's singles, while World No. 1 An Se Young of South Korea underlined her supremacy by securing the women's singles crown at the $950,000 India Open, in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Security breach, crowd chaos mar Messi's Kolkata visit

Security breach, crowd chaos mar Messi's Kolkata visit

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's brief appearance in Kolkata was marred by security breaches and crowd management issues, raising concerns about planning and coordination. Eyewitness accounts and social media footage reveal a chaotic scene with organizers and VIPs crowding the player, leading to his early withdrawal and subsequent protests.

Sindhu knocked out in Malaysia Open semis

Sindhu knocked out in Malaysia Open semis

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Playing her first tournament after recovering from a foot injury that kept her on the sidelines since October last year, Sindhu also let slip an 11-6 lead in the second game.

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

PIX: Draws order of the day as Man Utd, Liverpool held

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman tries to cover all bases, leaves out markets

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman tries to cover all bases, leaves out markets

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Budget 2026 sticks to fiscal discipline, shuns populist measures despite five key state elections coming up, but ends up rattling stock markets with a higher transaction tax on derivatives trading.

Shootout drama as JSW Soorma edge Hyderabad Toofans

Shootout drama as JSW Soorma edge Hyderabad Toofans

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

JSW Soorma Club registered a thrilling 3-1 shootout victory against Hyderabad Toofans after a 1-1 stalemate in the regulation time in their men's Hockey India League (HIL) match in Chennai on Friday.

Sindhu opens up on injury, doubts and stronger comeback

Sindhu opens up on injury, doubts and stronger comeback

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

'There are a lot of questions in your mind where you are answerable to it, like you yourself are answerable to it. It helped me to get back much more stronger and better.'

India a messenger of peace: President Murmu in R-Day eve address

India a messenger of peace: President Murmu in R-Day eve address

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of Republic Day, emphasising India's role in promoting peace, the empowerment of women, and the country's economic growth.

India Boycott Could Hurt Bangladesh: Tamim Warns BCB

India Boycott Could Hurt Bangladesh: Tamim Warns BCB

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal has urged the Bangladesh Cricket Board to avoid being driven by "public emotion" while deciding the national team's participation in next month's T20 World Cup.

Manchester United, Bournemouth in thrilling eight-goal draw!

Manchester United, Bournemouth in thrilling eight-goal draw!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi struck late to salvage a point for his side in a 4-4 draw with Manchester United on Monday.

WFI's new selection policy: Presence at National camp mandatory

WFI's new selection policy: Presence at National camp mandatory

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

The Wrestling Federation of India unveiled a new selection policy that makes attendance at national camps mandatory to be eligible for national selection, bars wrestlers from training independently and mandates Olympic Games quota-winning athletes to appear in a final one-bout selection trial.

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

'Bangladesh-Pakistan-China Nexus Is Alarming'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'Should China's interest in the Teesta River projects be approved, it would likely result in heightened Chinese presence near the Siliguri corridor.'

Maha minister Kokate stripped of portfolios after fraud conviction

Maha minister Kokate stripped of portfolios after fraud conviction

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate was stripped of his portfolios after being convicted in a 1995 cheating and forgery case. His ministries have been reassigned to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Kokate has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital after complaining of chest pain.

French league's anti-homophobia initiative turns ugly

French league's anti-homophobia initiative turns ugly

Rediff.com19 May 2025

What was meant to be a weekend of solidarity against homophobia in Ligue 1 descended into controversy and embarrassment for French football, as players refused to wear campaign symbols, one striker boycotted his team's match, and a homophobic slur was heard in a stadium tunnel.

Ex-World champion Kramnik sues FIDE for defamation

Ex-World champion Kramnik sues FIDE for defamation

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Russian chess great Vladimir Kramnik has sued world chess governing body FIDE for defamation in a Swiss civil court after he became the subject of an inquiry for allegedly harassing players.

'A bit soft...' Saina drops blunt view on young crop

'A bit soft...' Saina drops blunt view on young crop

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Our current players just need to develop a bit more physically: Saina Nehwal

Women's 100m sprint to ignite LA28 opening night

Women's 100m sprint to ignite LA28 opening night

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

The women's 100 metres final will headline the first day of competition at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, organizers said on Wednesday, part of a reshaped schedule that moves athletics into week one and gives swimmers the rare chance to attend the Opening Ceremony.

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Aussie PM hosts Ashes stars ahead of final Test

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted players from the Australian and England cricket teams ahead of the final Ashes Test at Kirribilli House for his annual New Year's Day reception on Thursday.

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'This game against Tottenham will be important for us... to be (around) the top of the league.'

Champions League PIX: City stun Madrid as Haaland strikes

Champions League PIX: City stun Madrid as Haaland strikes

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Nico O'Reilly's opportunistic strike and Erling Haaland's penalty helped Manchester City to fight back to beat Real Madrid 2-1 in a tense Champions League contest at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.

IWL: Sreebhumi sink Gokulam Kerala; Garhwal United win

IWL: Sreebhumi sink Gokulam Kerala; Garhwal United win

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Captain Dangmei Grace struck a brace as Sreebhumi FC registered a resounding 4-0 win over Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Women's League match, in Kalyani, on Wednesday.

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Hyderabad FC get new identity, shift base to Delhi

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The national capital will have a new top-flight club of the country as Sporting Club Delhi was launched on Saturday after the rebranding of Indian Super League side Hyderabad FC.

Tyre stocks to ride demand, margin tailwinds; global risks may bite

Tyre stocks to ride demand, margin tailwinds; global risks may bite

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Shares of tyre manufacturers have outperformed broader equity benchmarks, buoyed by multiple tailwinds. Softer raw material prices, an uptick in demand from automakers following the reduction of the goods and services tax (GST) rates, and steady replacement demand have lifted sentiment toward the sector.

SMAT: FIRs against four Assam cricketers for corruption

SMAT: FIRs against four Assam cricketers for corruption

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

They are being accused of influencing and attempting to instigate some of the Assam players who took part in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.