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This team better overseas than Indian teams of last 15-20 years: Shastri

This team better overseas than Indian teams of last 15-20 years: Shastri

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

The India head coach underlined the need to grow mentally tougher in order to cross the finishing line and win Test series in overseas conditions, something captain Virat Kohli had stressed on after the loss at Southampton.

Sports Shorts: Mourinho slips and falls at Russian ice hockey game

Sports Shorts: Mourinho slips and falls at Russian ice hockey game

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

F1: 'I don't play mind games, I just drive fast'

F1: 'I don't play mind games, I just drive fast'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

'Hopefully if I am performing at my best, then there will be issues -- because they (Ferrari) will be upset about it'

Euro qualifiers: Spain beat Faroe Islands, Italy win

Euro qualifiers: Spain beat Faroe Islands, Italy win

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Sergio Ramos equalled Iker Casillas's record of 167 appearances for Spain on an emotional night at Sporting Gijon's El Molinon stadium, which paid tribute to the late Spain and Sporting forward Quini before kickoff.

Football Briefs: Bayern suffer shock loss, Schalke stage comeback

Football Briefs: Bayern suffer shock loss, Schalke stage comeback

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Farewell Vinod Khanna: Heaven must be full of swagger today

Farewell Vinod Khanna: Heaven must be full of swagger today

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Sukanya Verma could not resist Vinod Khanna's charms, and salutes him in her tribute.

Ferrer stuns Zverev, Federer fights back; Osaka knocked out

Ferrer stuns Zverev, Federer fights back; Osaka knocked out

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Roger Federer rallied from a set down to beat Moldovan surprise package Radu Albot 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 in a stuttering start to the 20-times Grand Slam champion's Miami Open campaign on Saturday.

Review: Kahaani 2: Not enough thrill

Review: Kahaani 2: Not enough thrill

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Kahaani 2 could have been a great film, but it isn't.

Bad light stops Djokovic after epic fightback, Federer in quarters

Bad light stops Djokovic after epic fightback, Federer in quarters

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Holder and top seed Novak Djokovic suffered an almighty scare against South African giant Kevin Anderson before bad light halted play with the score tied at two sets all in their fourth round match at Wimbledon on Monday.

Supreme Court must insist on powers of enforcement

Supreme Court must insist on powers of enforcement

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

India's Founding Fathers did not give absolute powers of enforcement to the court. It is most surprising that the Supreme Court has accepted this situation, cleverly designed by the political class to weaken the top court, for all these years without demur, says B S Raghavan.

Foreign Secretary may improve India-China ties

Foreign Secretary may improve India-China ties

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

'Vijay Gokhale's appointment as foreign secretary can be regarded as a certain 'adjustment' that could make a difference to the poor climate of India-China relations,' says Ambassdor M K Bhadrakumar.

Operation Bluestar hero K S Brar trashes talk of UK help

Operation Bluestar hero K S Brar trashes talk of UK help

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

Amid the raging row over claims that Margaret Thatcher's government had aided India in the Operation Bluestar to flush out militants from the Golden Temple in 1984, Lt Gen (Retd) K S Brar, who led the offensive, on Tuesday said it was planned and executed by Indian military commanders.

DIG Roopa: The tough cop taking on VIP culture

DIG Roopa: The tough cop taking on VIP culture

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

From leading the team that arrested Uma Bharti to exposing V K Sasikala's privileges in prison, the 42-year-old IPS officer is not scared of anything.

French Open PHOTOS: Djokovic to face Thiem in semis; Serena staggers into last four

French Open PHOTOS: Djokovic to face Thiem in semis; Serena staggers into last four

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

Photos from the French Open matches played at the Roland Garros on Thursday

'It isn't even normal to talk about the casting couch'

'It isn't even normal to talk about the casting couch'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

'Assault, abuse and exploitation in the name of gender happens everywhere in any industry. This is the state of affairs. I do not believe in jumping the gun and naming people. Then, everyone will have a field day and the point would be lost. You have to go by the law. You need to evidence to name a person. We are living in a country where domestic rape is not illegal.' Intelligent words from Qarib Qarib Singlle actress Parvathy.

Insurance IPOs will be hot in 2017

Insurance IPOs will be hot in 2017

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

With at least three IPOs in the offing this year, stock market investors have a lot to look forward to.

F1: Hamilton wins dramatic Brazilian GP to keep title race alive

F1: Hamilton wins dramatic Brazilian GP to keep title race alive

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Mercedes' British driver Lewis Hamilton won the Brazilian Grand Prix at the Interlagos Circuit in Sao Paulo on Sunday to keep the Formula One Championship alive with one race left this season.

US House votes to block funding for Obama immigration orders

US House votes to block funding for Obama immigration orders

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

The measures passed 236-191 votes immediately drew sharp reaction from the White House.

Will anything come out of AgustaWestland investigation?

Will anything come out of AgustaWestland investigation?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Christian Michel's investigation in New Delhi has revealed nothing substantial, contrary to the expectations of the prime minister and the media hype. A fascinating excerpt from Raju Santhanam's The Untold Story of Christian Michel and Agustawestland.

Football PHOTOS: Juventus beat Napoli in dramatic match

Football PHOTOS: Juventus beat Napoli in dramatic match

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Juventus raced into a 2-0 halftime lead after Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret was sent off in the 25th minute. The visitors then had Pjanic dismissed and Napoli's Jose Callejon pulled one back before Insigne let the Turin side off the hook.

'India to underperform Asian, emerging markets'

'India to underperform Asian, emerging markets'

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Stock selection in India remain relatively low-beta given the lack of any conviction here on any near-term upturn in the investment cycle

'It's not like I haven't delivered hits!'

'It's not like I haven't delivered hits!'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

'A live-in is complicated in metro cities as well. In Mumbai, even bachelors doesn't get a house on rent -- I didn't get one for the longest time. To add to that, if the house-owner gets to know that you're an aspiring actor, things become even more difficult.'

Monsoon, Masala, MAST MAST: Celebrating Mohra

Monsoon, Masala, MAST MAST: Celebrating Mohra

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

On its 25th anniversary, Sukanya Verma lists 10 things she still loves about Mohra.

Poll: Will you wear this?

Poll: Will you wear this?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Would you wear a night suit outside the ramp?

Boxing Day Test: Windies batting crumble against rampant Australia

Boxing Day Test: Windies batting crumble against rampant Australia

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

The West Indies batsmen crumbled late on Sunday to leave their team teetering at 91-6 and staring at another humiliating defeat at the close of day two of the second Test against Australia.

Sentencing in Brar attack case fixed for December

Sentencing in Brar attack case fixed for December

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Three Sikh men and a woman convicted of carrying out a life-threatening attack on Lt Gen (retd) K S Brar, the hero of the 1984 Operation Blue Star, will be sentenced on December 10, a UK court ruled on Monday.

League Cup: Manchester clubs win to tee up fourth round tie

League Cup: Manchester clubs win to tee up fourth round tie

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Manchester City continued their imperious start to the season with a 2-1 win over Swansea City to reach the fourth round of the League Cup on Wednesday but it was a testing night for rivals United who eventually overcame Northampton Town 3-1.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com11 Feb 2017

Rediff.com brings a preview of the main matches coming up this weekend in the English Premier League.

League Cup: Fabregas gives Chelsea win at Leicester, Everton lose

League Cup: Fabregas gives Chelsea win at Leicester, Everton lose

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas gave his manager a reminder of his talents by scoring twice in extra time as they fought back from two goals down to knock Premier League champions LeicesterCity out of the League Cup 4-2 on Tuesday.

Manchester derby: First blood to Guardiola as De Bruyne inspires City

Manchester derby: First blood to Guardiola as De Bruyne inspires City

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Pep Guardiola drew first blood in his renewed managerial duel with Jose Mourinho as Manchester City deservedly won an absorbing Premier League derby 2-1 against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Not online or off, retail giants work on being omni-channels

Not online or off, retail giants work on being omni-channels

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

Online biggies and global retail giants are working on being omnipresent in both the virtual and the real world to see what helps them get the numbers, says Karan Choudhury.

Meet Murray-slayer Mischa Zverev...

Meet Murray-slayer Mischa Zverev...

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Andy Murray's dream of winning a maiden Australian Open title was left in tatters on Sunday after the top seed and world number one was knocked out in the fourth round by Mischa Zverev.

Students! Beware UGC's plagiarism rules!

Students! Beware UGC's plagiarism rules!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The new guidelines can act as a deterrent for students who have for years been unfairly reaping the benefits of the 'Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V' method of research.

'India must talk to Kashmiri militants'

'India must talk to Kashmiri militants'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

'In a complex conflict like Kashmir, you can't just ignore the militants when you talk of a permanent solution.'

10 reasons why your student visa can be rejected

10 reasons why your student visa can be rejected

Rediff.com13 May 2018

Students, watch out for these mistakes!

Why Rajan is a worried man

Why Rajan is a worried man

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Traditionally, food prices have been seasonal in nature.

RBI's mantra: Save now to spend later

RBI's mantra: Save now to spend later

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Borrowers who were hoping for lower interest rates on their home or car loans might be in for some disappointment.

'Difficult for Windies to regain glory days in Tests'

'Difficult for Windies to regain glory days in Tests'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

West Indies are two-time World T20 champions but the flamboyant Chris Gayle feels "it will be difficult" for the Caribbean islands to regain their glory days in Test cricket in the near future. One of the most dashing batsmen of his time, Gayle has two triple hundreds in the longest format with 7214 runs in 103 games. His RCB jersey no, 333, is his highest Test score. West Indies have lost their last two Test series against India (at home) and Pakistan (away).

Wimbledon: Djokovic knocked out by Querrey; Murray wins

Wimbledon: Djokovic knocked out by Querrey; Murray wins

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

Defending champion Novak Djokovic was beaten 7-6(6) 6-1 3-6 7-6(5) by American Sam Querrey in the Wimbledon third round on Saturday. The Serbian top seed trailed by two sets overnight after the Court One match was interrupted by rain on Friday and there was no escape for the 29-year-old as Querrey, the 28th seed, completed a huge shock.

Euro Preview: Ronaldo poses biggest threat to Polish defense

Euro Preview: Ronaldo poses biggest threat to Polish defense

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Poland have an impressive defensive record at Euro 2016 but standing in their way to a semi-final spot is arguably one of sport's greatest-ever athletes, Cristiano Ronaldo.