Formula One's post-season shake-up took another spin on Tuesday with Williams announcing the departure of technical head Pat Symonds while Valtteri Bottas moved closer to Mercedes and Felipe Massa's retirement looked to be coming to an end.
The prime minister started off his remarks at the meeting in Tamil, welcoming China to the talks, which were held right after one-on-one discussions between Modi and Xi at the Taj Fisherman's Cove Hotel.
Named Proxima b, the planet is in a "temperate" zone compatible with the presence of liquid water -- a key ingredient for life.
India's leading junior beat Australia's Jennifer Elie in the girls' singles at the Australian Open.
The Victoria's Secret model is the queen of risque on the red carpet.
Valencia recaptured fourth place in La Liga from Sevilla when Sofiane Feghouli scored the pick of the goals in a 4-0 stroll at home to second-from-bottom Granada on Monday.
The world number one beat Jiri Novak of the Czech Republic 6-3, 6-4 in the semi-final of the Halle Open.
Chelsea brought a whole new dimension to the Premier League title race when they handed Manchester City their first defeat of the season on Saturday to leave Mohamed Salah-inspired Liverpool as the new leaders.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday
French driver Esteban Ocon will race for Force Indianext season after agreeing a multi-year deal, the Silverstone-based Formula One team said in a statement at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Thursday. Ocon replaces experienced German Nico Hulkenberg, who is moving to Renault, alongside Mexican Sergio Perez at a team co-owned by Indian tycoon Vijay Mallya and currently fourth in the championship. The 20-year-old is contracted long-term to Mercedes, Force India's engine provider, and made his debut this year with the lowly Manor team as a mid-season replacement for Indonesian Rio Haryanto.
Didier Deschamps said his team's startling success was brought about by forcing the Spanish favourites out of their comfortable stride.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane warned that it was still all to play for in their Champions League last-16 clash against Napoli after the holders strolled to a 3-1 win in the first leg on Wednesday.
Juventus scraped a 2-2 draw with Swedish underdogs Djurgarden, while Liverpool strolled to a 2-0 win at Graz AK in the Champions League's third qualifying round.
The world number one posted a 19-under-par total of 269 in benign conditions at St Andrews in 2000, good enough for an eight-shot victory
IMAGES from the Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park on Wednesday
England and India renew one of cricket's great rivalries at Edgbaston and, with so much on the line, it is no wonder the mercury is rising.
'I am happy that Aurangzeb will no longer dance before my eyes as I jog down A P J Abdul Kalam Road. Instead, the serene, saintly, smile of the late beloved President will bless me when I take an evening stroll there.'
West Indies strolled to a 152-run victory over Papua New Guinea in Khulna.
As India celebrates its growing tiger population, Sonil Dedhia/Rediff.com shares some incredible moments he has spent in the proximity of tigers over the years.
India said a new mechanism will be set up for issues relating to trade and investment.
IMAGES from the La Liga matches played on Tuesday
An American police officer, who brutally assaulted an Indian grandfather and left him partially paralysed, is no longer facing state criminal charges in Alabama.
A decade has seen many welcome changes in this hill district of Jammu and Kashmir, says Anjuli Bhargava.
Head to these places to enjoy a traditional Christmas celebration.
After a comfortable outing in the tournament-opener against Bangladesh, title favourites England are set to face a much stiffer test against New Zealand in a crucial ICC Champions Trophy Group A fixture in Cardiff, on Tuesday.
'Across several colleges and universities, the story is the same.' 'Generous timings for boys, early deadlines for girls,' says Veenu Sandhu.
Alexander Zverev got the better of older brother Mischa at the Citi Open in Washington on Thursday, winning their first meeting at an ATP Tour event 6-3, 7-5.
Shrestha, his wife Nudup and a policeman guarding them were attacked near their residence at Bagdol-Sanepa while taking a stroll at around 7.30 am, an official at the prime minister's office said.
A red carpet staple, the cape is making a big splash at Cannes 2017 thanks to the actor.
They will meet Costa Rica in the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
A journey that can teach us all a thing or two about resilience.
Vaihayasi Pande Daniel discovers Ross Island where the clock can never be turned back.
© 2026 Rediff.com - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances