News for 'tenacious'

US vows to stand by Pak in fight against terror

US vows to stand by Pak in fight against terror

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Stating that Pakistan was at a 'critical point' of history, the United States on Wednesday offered to stand soldier-to-soldier with the country in its fight against 'tenacious and brutal terror groups'. "This is not Pakistan's fight alone," US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced hours after a car bomb in Peshawar killed at least 95 people and injured over 200. "Pakistan is in the midst of a struggle against tenacious and brutal terror groups," she said.

Girl who cycled down 1200km gets Ivanka's praise

Girl who cycled down 1200km gets Ivanka's praise

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Ivanka, who is advisor to President Trump on job creation, has visited India twice, most recently in February this year along with her father. In 2017, she led the US delegation at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India.

Kohli and Williamson: A club of mutual admiration

Kohli and Williamson: A club of mutual admiration

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

The fierce Kohli and the mostly calm Williamson admire and respect each other as cricketers and more importantly as human beings.

5 Players to watch out for at the Euros

5 Players to watch out for at the Euros

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

The Euro 2020 Championship is being held across Europe for the first time in the competition's 60-year history, with 11 host cities in total.

Bihar girl, who cycled 1200km will be called for trials by cycling federation

Bihar girl, who cycled 1200km will be called for trials by cycling federation

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Stuck in Gurugram due to nation-wide lockdown, a tenacious Jyoti Kumari asked her father to sit on the rear side carrier of her cycle and took him to his native place, covering 1200km in seven days.

'We'd have never known there was a brilliant actor lurking inside him'

'We'd have never known there was a brilliant actor lurking inside him'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

'I was so nervous and embarrassed that I hid behind a pillar, just watching my son quietly.' 'I could see him very quiet, not communicating with anybody.'' 'I thought he was not interested. But when he gave his first shot, he was perfect!'

Vishy Anand as never before!

Vishy Anand as never before!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

From a life built on challenges and studded with victories, India's beloved chess champion, Vishwanathan Anand plucks out a few important lessons.

Can Australia keep up 'nice guy' approach?

Can Australia keep up 'nice guy' approach?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Dean Elgar doubts Australia can keep up their 'docile' approach to Test cricket as the tourists slip towards a heavy defeat and a series loss in the fourth and final Test at the Wanderers.

EPL: Man City continue march; Southampton stun Spurs

EPL: Man City continue march; Southampton stun Spurs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday night.

Janet Jackson's battle with depression

Janet Jackson's battle with depression

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

The pop singer has reflected on her 'intense battle' with depression.

WC Preview: France to ramp up intensity against Peru

WC Preview: France to ramp up intensity against Peru

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

France will have to step up the intensity of their defensive coverage when they face Peru in their second Group C match, defender Raphael Varane said on Tuesday.

PIX: Bayern smash five past Leverkusen; Fati shines for Barca

PIX: Bayern smash five past Leverkusen; Fati shines for Barca

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Bayern Munich thrashed Bayer Leverkusen 5-1, while Barcelona came from behind to beat Valencia 3-1 in LaLiga at Camp Nou on Sunday.

Homework done, Germany ready for Algerian test

Homework done, Germany ready for Algerian test

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

The Algerians have been one of the surprise packages of the tournament, reaching to the knockout stage for the first time.

Is Kareena appearing in Naagin 4?

Is Kareena appearing in Naagin 4?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Not really, but she is lending her voice to a snake.

PHOTOS: Mexico ready to face Brazil after win over Cameroon

PHOTOS: Mexico ready to face Brazil after win over Cameroon

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Shrugging off two contentious off-side calls in the first half, a tenacious Mexico rode on Oribe Peralta's solitary second half strike to beat Cameroon 1-0 in a Group A match in Natal.

EPL PIX: West Ham end Liverpool's unbeaten run; Spurs flop on Conte's debut

EPL PIX: West Ham end Liverpool's unbeaten run; Spurs flop on Conte's debut

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Sunday.

EPL: King ends Manchester United revival with Bournemouth winner

EPL: King ends Manchester United revival with Bournemouth winner

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

Manchester United's revival came to a disappointing end as Bournemouth forward Joshua King's goal on the stroke of halftime earned a 1-0 victory on a blustery south coast on Saturday.

Rookie Nadal facing tough test at 'virtual' Madrid Open

Rookie Nadal facing tough test at 'virtual' Madrid Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Rafael Nadal will have his work cut out when play begins next week, not on the Caja Magica's three red dust courts, but on gaming consoles.

'Is there any comparison between Modi and Rahul Gandhi?'

'Is there any comparison between Modi and Rahul Gandhi?'

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Madhusudan Mistry, Congress general secretary, spoke to in an exclusive interview to rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt as soon as Congress crossed majority mark in Karnataka. At the end of the interview, Mistry insisted that his criticism of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi should be carried as it is.

Karnataka: The backroom activist who plotted Congress's win

Karnataka: The backroom activist who plotted Congress's win

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Madhusudan Mistry, who once worked as a mason in Ahmedabad earning Rs 2 daily, now shares the credit for the Congress's handsome victory in Karnataka.

Czechs set Davis Cup record as Serbia cruise

Czechs set Davis Cup record as Serbia cruise

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

Holders Czech Republic showed how tenaciously they will fight to retain the Davis Cup on Saturday, while five-times champions Spain avoided being knocked out in the first round for the first time since 2006 by winning their doubles rubber against Canada.

Jennifer Aniston's cover will make you go 'wow'

Jennifer Aniston's cover will make you go 'wow'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

The Friends' actor wore her heart on her sleeves as she revealed what's important to her in an interview with Elle USA.

Australia enter ICC Under-19 World Cup final

Australia enter ICC Under-19 World Cup final

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

Australia beat a tenacious South Africa by four wickets to secure a place in the ICC Under-19 World Cup final on Monday.

Federer beats Ferrer again to reach semi-finals

Federer beats Ferrer again to reach semi-finals

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

Defending champion Roger Federer guaranteed his place in the last four of the ATP World Tour Finals with a straight-sets win over Spain's David Ferrer on Thursday.

1st Test: Chanderpaul comes to Windies rescue

1st Test: Chanderpaul comes to Windies rescue

Rediff.com18 May 2012

Shivnarine Chanderpaul defied England once again with a tenacious unbeaten 87 to lead West Indies to 243 for nine on the first day of the opening Test at Lord's on Thursday.

Djokovic crushes Australian dreams to reach quarters

Djokovic crushes Australian dreams to reach quarters

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Novak Djokovic weathered a gallant challenge from a tenacious Lleyton Hewitt to send the last Australian in the draw packing and make the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Monday.

Barcelona Open: Nadal claims seventh crown

Barcelona Open: Nadal claims seventh crown

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

Rafa Nadal became the first player in the open era to win two tournaments seven times when he fought off tenacious Spanish compatriot David Ferrer 7-6, 7-5 to win a thrilling Barcelona Open final on Sunday.

Davis Cup: Spain, US to meet in semi-finals

Davis Cup: Spain, US to meet in semi-finals

Rediff.com8 Apr 2012

Holders Spain clinched a Davis Cup semi-final berth at home to the United States when David Ferrer cruised to a 7-5, 6-3, 6-3 victory over Austria's Juergen Melzer to give the hosts an unassailable 3-1 lead on Sunday.

Suarez hopes to make headlines for right reasons at World Cup

Suarez hopes to make headlines for right reasons at World Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez heads to next month's World Cup in Russia looking for a measure of redemption after ending the previous two editions of the tournament in disgrace.

Delhi blast victims: Coping with life's unexpected turn of events

Delhi blast victims: Coping with life's unexpected turn of events

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

A few patients are not satisfied with the compensation the government is offering them, and they believe the government should come up with a long-term plan to rehabilitate. Priyanka reports.

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Why Ayush Kejriwal Adores the Sari

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

The Scottish designer talks about being inspired by the beautiful city of Kolkata, his Beauty By Deception campaign and why you won't spot many celebs on his Instagram page.

Federer beats Ferrer to reach London final

Federer beats Ferrer to reach London final

Rediff.com26 Nov 2011

Defending champion Roger Federer overcame some dogged resistance by Spain's David Ferrer to reach the final of the ATP World Tour Finals on Saturday, winning 7-5, 6-3 at the O2 Arena.

Wozniacki rallies to advance in Beijing

Wozniacki rallies to advance in Beijing

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

World No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki, saw off a tenacious challenge from Lucie Hradecka to open the defence of her China Open title with a 3-6, 6-0, 7-5 first round victory on Monday.

Wozniacki blown out of Toronto Cup

Wozniacki blown out of Toronto Cup

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

World number one Caroline Wozniacki suffered a shock exit from the Toronto Cup on Wednesday, falling 6-4, 7-5 to Italy's Roberta Vinci in windy conditions that played havoc with her game.

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Xiong for his first victory

Tata Steel Chess: Anand beats Xiong for his first victory

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Anand moved to joint sixth spot with 2.5 points on a day that saw Firouzja Alireza scoring a sensational victory over super-solid Anish Giri of Holland.

Pak will not use arms against India, ensures US

Pak will not use arms against India, ensures US

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

With India expressing concern over American military aid to Pakistan being used against it, the United States today said it has put in place measures to ensure that the arms supplied to Islamabad are used only for fighting terrorism.

Will history repeat itself in Arab nations?

Will history repeat itself in Arab nations?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

What happened in Iran post-1979 could happen in Tunisia, Egypt and the rest of the Arab world in coming months, warns B Raman

World No 1 Wozniacki falls to Sharapova

World No 1 Wozniacki falls to Sharapova

Rediff.com15 May 2011

Maria Sharapova and Samantha Stosur signalled their return to form ahead of Roland Garros after setting up a final showdown at the Italian Open on Saturday.

Liverpool desperate to help prevent United's 19th title

Liverpool desperate to help prevent United's 19th title

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Chelsea showed by beating Manchester United that they will not give up the Premier League title without a fight and Liverpool are likely to be just as tenacious when they face United at Anfield on Sunday.

Liverpool desperate to help prevent United's 19th title

Liverpool desperate to help prevent United's 19th title

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Chelsea showed by beating Manchester United that they will not give up the Premier League title without a fight and Liverpool are likely to be just as tenacious when they face United at Anfield on Sunday.