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Google doodles Dr Robert Moog's 78th birthday

Google doodles Dr Robert Moog's 78th birthday

Rediff.com23 May 2012

The search giant's home page displays a virtual Moog synthesizer, invented by Dr Robert Moog as a tribute to the greatest pioneer of electronic music.

Anand beats Gelfand in 17 moves to draw level

Anand beats Gelfand in 17 moves to draw level

Rediff.com21 May 2012

Defending champion Viswanathan Anand struck back with vengeance and scored the much-needed equaliser against Boris Gelfand in the eighth game of the World Chess Championship in Moscow on Monday.

Anand shocked by Gelfand in seventh game

Anand shocked by Gelfand in seventh game

Rediff.com20 May 2012

Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand suffered a jolt in his title defence as he lost to his Israeli challenger Boris Gelfand in the seventh game of the World Chess Championship in Moscow.

Anand plays out 4th draw in World Chess C'ship

Anand plays out 4th draw in World Chess C'ship

Rediff.com15 May 2012

World champion Viswanthan Anand played his fourth draw in the world chess champion against Boris Gelfand of Israel as the deadlock continued in the prestigious contest in Moscow.

Ferdinand hits out at former United manager Moyes in autobiography

Ferdinand hits out at former United manager Moyes in autobiography

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Rio Ferdinand has come down heavily on heavily on former Manchester United manager David Moyes saying 'his innovative training ns led to negativity and confusions'.

PIX: Jai Ho actress Sana Khan's dream home in Mumbai

PIX: Jai Ho actress Sana Khan's dream home in Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Here's a peek into another stylish celeb home.

Sushmita Sen: A bride yet again for Vikram

Sushmita Sen: A bride yet again for Vikram

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

Here's a look at designer Vikram Phadnis' showing from Day Three of the Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, which hit Mumbai over the weekend from September 3 to 5.

5 things Modi needs to do quickly

5 things Modi needs to do quickly

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

'The monumental first Modi wrought in 2014, followed by the miracle in Uttar Pradesh, is not a matter for celebration, but an ominous warning of the perils ahead.' 'There are 5 areas which Modi has to address immediately and relentlessly if he has to live up to all that the people are taking him for,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

The irrepressible cuteness of Pooja Bhatt!

The irrepressible cuteness of Pooja Bhatt!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Pooja Bhatt's irrepressible cuteness, Rekha's amusing cartoon, Asha Bhosle's super songstress power, Akshay Kumar's sparkling white sneakers and shaved chest find a mention in Sukanya Verma's weekly column.

The man who made Urmila, Katrina, Kareena look WOW!

The man who made Urmila, Katrina, Kareena look WOW!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Take a bow, Manish Malhotra!

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

This week's collection of stories that prove we live in a truly mad, mad world.

Manchester  City complain to UEFA over racist abuse

Manchester City complain to UEFA over racist abuse

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Manchester City have lodged a complaint with European soccer's governing body UEFA about what they said was racist abuse directed towards striker Mario Balotelli during a Europa League match against Porto.

Column: I am an Indian man in New York

Column: I am an Indian man in New York

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

'I come from a country of colours. India is one of the most colourful countries in the world and that was true long before the Incredible India campaigns designed to entice Western tourists to India,' says Aseem Chhabra.

Ferdinand angry and frustrated by abuse towards his brother

Ferdinand angry and frustrated by abuse towards his brother

Rediff.com5 Feb 2012

Rio Ferdinand said it had been frustrating watching his younger brother, Anton suffer the abuse of "small-minded people" because of the John Terry racism case and that he too was disillusioned by the racism issues blighting English soccer.

'Filmmakers have not flooded me with the kind of roles I want to do'

'Filmmakers have not flooded me with the kind of roles I want to do'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

'During the Queen shoot, I was pretty depressed. I thought I had done a crap job and no one would notice me.' Lisa Haydon opens up.

IN PICS: Security stepped in NY after firebombing

IN PICS: Security stepped in NY after firebombing

Rediff.com3 Jan 2012

The American police on Tuesday erected a security tower and stepped up surveillance around an Islamic centre and a Hindu temple that were among four sites fire-bombed in New York arsonist attacks termed by authorities as hate crimes and also released the sketch of a suspect.

World team chess: Indian girls crush Vietnam 4-0; sole 2nd

World team chess: Indian girls crush Vietnam 4-0; sole 2nd

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy maintained her all-win record as Indian girls blanked Vietnam 4-0 to maintain the sole second position after the end of the fifth round of the World Women Tam Chess Championship, in Mardin, Turkey.

India trounce Armenia in World C'ships

India trounce Armenia in World C'ships

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

The Indian eves came up with a spectacular performance to crush Armenia 3.5-0.5 in the fourth round and take the sole second spot in the World Team Chess Championship Mardin, Turkey.

World team chess: India joint fifth after Humpy win

World team chess: India joint fifth after Humpy win

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy's crucial victory helped last-minute entrant Indian women's team settle for a 2-2 draw with Ukraine in the first round of the ongoing World Women Team Chess Championship in Mardin, Turkey.

Anand draws with Svidler, rises to joint-second

Anand draws with Svidler, rises to joint-second

Rediff.com1 May 2013

World champion Viswanathan Anand was held to a draw by Russian Peter Svidler, but rose joint-second place after the eighth and penultimate round of Alekhine Memorial Chess tournament in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Anand finishes joint fifth in London Classic

Anand finishes joint fifth in London Classic

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

World champion Viswanathan Anand finished the London Classic with an easy draw as black against Luke McShane of England, signing joint fifth in the overall standings of the nine-player round-robin tournament that concluded in London.

London Classic: Anand draws with Carlsen; joint 3rd

London Classic: Anand draws with Carlsen; joint 3rd

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

World Champion Viswanathan Anand played out another draw, signing peace with Magnus Carlsen of Norway in the eighth and penultimate round of London Chess Classic.

London Chess Classics: Anand draws with Kramnik

London Chess Classics: Anand draws with Kramnik

Rediff.com10 Dec 2011

World champion Viswanathan Anand played out a draw with former challenger Vladimir Kramnik of Russia in the seventh round of London Chess Classics.

Anand held by Vituigov at Alekhine Memorial's 2nd round

Anand held by Vituigov at Alekhine Memorial's 2nd round

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Victory eluded World champion Viswanathan Anand for the second successive day as he played out a draw with Russian Nikita Vituigov in the second round of the Alekhine Memorial Chess tournament in Paris at the Louvre.

Anand held by Howell in London Chess

Anand held by Howell in London Chess

Rediff.com6 Dec 2011

World Champion Viswanathan Anand was held to a draw by David Howell of England in the third round of London Chess Classic on Tuesday.

Police question Chelsea skipper Terry over racism claims

Police question Chelsea skipper Terry over racism claims

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

Chelsea captain John Terry was questioned by Hammersmith and Fulham police as part of a probe over racist allegations.

Anand draws with Carlsen, drops to joint-sixth

Anand draws with Carlsen, drops to joint-sixth

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

World champion Viswanathan Anand's hunt for an elusive victory continued as he played out another draw with Magnus Carlsen of Norway to slip to joint-sixth after the seventh round in the Tal Memorial international chess tournament in Moscow.

Humpy loses to Yifan in World Championships

Humpy loses to Yifan in World Championships

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy misplayed a fine position and went down to defending champion Yifan Hou of China in the third game of the Women's World Championship.

National chess: Mary Ann Gomes shocks Nisha Mohota

National chess: Mary Ann Gomes shocks Nisha Mohota

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

WGM Mary Ann Gomes defeated IM Nisha Mohota of PSPB to move into sole lead after the ninth round of the 38th National Women's chess championship in Chennai on Monday.

Bulawayo Test: Guptill ton puts New Zealand in command

Bulawayo Test: Guptill ton puts New Zealand in command

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

Martin Guptill hit his second Test century to put New Zealand in firm control of their one-off Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club on Tuesday.

'My friendship with Anil Kapoor has survived over 30 years'

'My friendship with Anil Kapoor has survived over 30 years'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Shabana Azmi showers praise on birthday boy Anil Kapoor.

Indian models sizzle in a hot new calendar!

Indian models sizzle in a hot new calendar!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2010

International modelling agency Elite recently launched its hot new 2010 calendar featuring top Indian models in sensual settings. Don't miss it!

Bilbao Masters Chess: Anand slips to last spot

Bilbao Masters Chess: Anand slips to last spot

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

World Champion Viswanathan Anand was shocked by Levon Aronian of Armenia in the ninth and penultimate round of the fourth Final Masters as he slipped to the last spot with just one round to go in the category-22 super tournament in Bilbao.

Anand draws with Ivanchuk, slips to fourth position

Anand draws with Ivanchuk, slips to fourth position

Rediff.com9 Oct 2011

World Champion Viswanathan Anand played his fourth draw on the trot, sharing the point with tournament leader Vassily Ivanchuk of Ukraine to slip to the fourth spot after the eighth round of the fourth Final Masters chess tournament in Bilbao.

Svidler scrapes past Grischuk for maiden World Cup title

Svidler scrapes past Grischuk for maiden World Cup title

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

Six-time Russian champion Peter Svidler added another feather to his cap, winning his maiden World Cup title after a draw in the fourth and final game against friend and compatriot Alexander Grischuk in Khanty Mansiysk, Russia. Svidler won the final by 2.5-1.5 margin. The sole decisive game in the mini-match was the first one of the encounter that Svidler won with black pieces. The remaining three ended in draws, giving the Russian a pay-check of US $96,000.

National junior champion Aravindh stuns GM Sengupta

National junior champion Aravindh stuns GM Sengupta

Rediff.com17 Sep 2011

Junior national champion Aravindh Chithambaram, pulled off a big surprise by defeating compatriot and GM Deep Sengupta in the 4th Mayor's Cup International Chess Tournament in Mumbai on Saturday.

Indian challenge ends at Chess World Cup

Indian challenge ends at Chess World Cup

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

Indian challenge ended at the World Chess Cup following Grandmaster Abhijeet Gupta's defeat against Chinese Grandmaster Xiangzhi Bu in the second game of the third round in Khanty Mansiysk, Russia.

Tata Steel chess: Anand held by Sokolov, slips to 2nd

Tata Steel chess: Anand held by Sokolov, slips to 2nd

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

World champion Viswanathan Anand slipped to the second position after he was held to an easy draw by tail-ender Ivan Sokolov of Holland in the eighth round of 75th Tata Steel Chess tournament Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands.

Chess: Anand held by Harikrishna; Carlsen takes lead

Chess: Anand held by Harikrishna; Carlsen takes lead

Rediff.com19 Jan 2013

World champion Viswanathan Anand played out a draw with compatriot P Harikrishna and slipped to second spot at the end of the sixth round of Tata Steel Chess tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands on Saturday.

The Week that Was

The Week that Was

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Here's a look at the events that shaped the world last week.