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Brazil sack coach Dorival after Argentina thrashing

Brazil sack coach Dorival after Argentina thrashing

Rediff.com6 days ago

Brazil have sacked head coach Dorival Jr, the country's football confederation (CBF) said on Friday, after the five-times World champions were thrashed 4-1 away to fierce rivals Argentina in a humiliating qualifying loss in Buenos Aires.

WC Qualifier: Messi-less Argentina humiliate Brazil

WC Qualifier: Messi-less Argentina humiliate Brazil

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Brazil were humiliated 4-1 by bitter rivals Argentina in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday as the pressure mounted on manager Dorival Jr after his side were comprehensively outplayed and fortunate not to lose by more.

WC qualifiers: Vinicius strikes late as Brazil rally to down Colombia

WC qualifiers: Vinicius strikes late as Brazil rally to down Colombia

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The victory lifted Brazil to second in South American qualifying with 21 points, four behind leaders Argentina and one ahead of Uruguay in third, both of whom have a game in hand and will clash on Friday.

Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers against Brazil, Uruguay

Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers against Brazil, Uruguay

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Lionel Messi was not included in Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni's squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil

Boxing Worlds: Rathore, Hitesh, Jamwal reach semis

Boxing Worlds: Rathore, Hitesh, Jamwal reach semis

Rediff.com14 hours ago

India's Manish Rathore, Hitesh, and Abhinash Jamwal secured commanding victories in their respective weight categories to advance to the semi-finals of the World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025.

Liverpool sink Everton to stay on title track

Liverpool sink Everton to stay on title track

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Liverpool continued their march towards the Premier League title with a 1-0 victory over Everton in a scrappy Merseyside derby as Diogo Jota slotted home the winner in the second half on Wednesday.

India's next big business op: Hub for undersea cables?

India's next big business op: Hub for undersea cables?

Rediff.com1 days ago

While India has become the largest data generating nation, and hosts more than 152 data centres, it is fed by only 18 undersea cables.

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Here is the complete list of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

India imposes its own 'uniquely burdensome' rules: US

India imposes its own 'uniquely burdensome' rules: US

Rediff.com17 hours ago

On India, the chart showed that the country charged 52 per cent tariffs on the US "including currency manipulation and trade barriers," and America will now charge India "discounted reciprocal tariffs" of 26 per cent.

Behind Trump's 26% tariff: India 'very tough, Modi great friend, but...'

Behind Trump's 26% tariff: India 'very tough, Modi great friend, but...'

Rediff.com21 hours ago

"Their Prime Minister just visited -- he's a great friend -- but I told him, 'You're not treating us right. You charge us 52%, while for years, decades even, we've c'harged you next to nothing. It wasn't until seven years ago, when I took office, that we started pushing back, beginning with China.'"

'Indian boxers will not miss any events'

'Indian boxers will not miss any events'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Despite delays in the BFI's elections, which are currently stalled due to ongoing court cases, Singh confirmed that the federation will proceed with appointing the new coaching staff to ensure that boxers are not impacted.

Boxers will not miss any more tournaments: BFI chief

Boxers will not miss any more tournaments: BFI chief

Rediff.com7 days ago

Boxing Federation of India president Ajay Singh on Thursday asserted that boxers will not miss any more tournaments, with national camps set to resume soon and a new coaching setup also to be announced.

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

In-form Neymar gets Brazil recall for WC qualifiers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Brazil, who are fifth in the CONMEBOL table with 18 points from 12 games, host Colombia on March 21 and visit Argentina five days later in a match that could see Neymar come up against former Barcelona and Paris St Germain teammate Lionel Messi.

Trump sets new rules for US elections, cites India's example

Trump sets new rules for US elections, cites India's example

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

The order also highlights further disparities, citing examples of Denmark and Sweden restricting mail-in voting to those unable to vote in person and rejecting late-arriving ballots regardless of postmark, while many US states have embraced widespread mail-in voting, with some accepting ballots without postmarks or those arriving well after Election Day.

Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours On...

Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours On...

Rediff.com6 days ago

...their smartphones!

US Firms Back Trump's India Tariffs

US Firms Back Trump's India Tariffs

Rediff.com3 days ago

Industry associations and companies in the United States, including the US Chamber of Commerce, Coalition of Services Industries and the iconic bike company Harley Davidson have called on the Donald Trump dispensation to push India to reduce tariffs, non-tariffs, and regulatory barriers to boost American exports.

Revealed: How much PM Modi's foreign trips cost

Revealed: How much PM Modi's foreign trips cost

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Nearly Rs 258 crore was incurred on 38 foreign visits of Prime Minister Narendra Modi between May 2022 and December 2024, according to data shared by the government.

Row as Nitish Kumar leaves dais before national anthem at sports event

Row as Nitish Kumar leaves dais before national anthem at sports event

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar left the dais before the national anthem at the inauguration of an international sports event in Patna, sparking controversy. Opposition RJD president Lalu Prasad and his son Tejashwi Yadav accused the chief minister of disrespecting the national anthem. The Sepak Takraw World Cup 2025 is being held at the Pataliputra Sports Complex, with 300 players and support staff from 21 countries taking part. Kumar, 74, walked towards the participants and greeted them with a "namaste" and a wave of the hand before the national anthem was played. A video clip of the incident was shared on social media by Lalu Prasad and Tejashwi Yadav, who both alleged that the chief minister "disrespected the national anthem".

Can naturalized players end India's striker paucity?

Can naturalized players end India's striker paucity?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey said the governing body has been actively working on policies to integrate Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) players into the national team setup.

Basketball great Marques dies at 87

Basketball great Marques dies at 87

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

"Corinthians joins his family, friends and fans in this time of mourning for Brazilian sport," the club posted on X.

World Indoors PIX: Azu wins men's 60m; Kerr dethroned

World Indoors PIX: Azu wins men's 60m; Kerr dethroned

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Images from Friday's events at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Nanjing, China.

India Ramps Up Gold Reserves...

India Ramps Up Gold Reserves...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The RBI added roughly 3 tonnes in 2025, taking its gold reserves to 879 tonnes as of January 31, 2025.

Panama ends US Nations League reign

Panama ends US Nations League reign

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The United States' bid for a fourth consecutive CONCACAF Nations League title came to a stunning end

Not a cricket expert, but... Modi just took a subtle dig at Pakistan

Not a cricket expert, but... Modi just took a subtle dig at Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while speaking to American podcaster Lex Fridman, stated that India is a better cricket team than Pakistan, citing recent results.

World Para GP: India sweep men's discus throw F11

World Para GP: India sweep men's discus throw F11

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

India dominated the men's 100 metres T44 category, in which Mit Bharatbha Patel sprinted to gold in 12.67 seconds.

England coach Tuchel makes surprise announcement

England coach Tuchel makes surprise announcement

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Lewis-Skelly gets England call-up; Recalls Rashford, Henderson return.

Govt extends duty-free imports of urad till Mar 2026

Govt extends duty-free imports of urad till Mar 2026

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

India has extended duty-free imports of urad for another year until March 31, 2026, according to a government notification. The provision was earlier in place until the end of March this year.

Putin agrees to Ukraine ceasefire but...; thanks Modi, Trump

Putin agrees to Ukraine ceasefire but...; thanks Modi, Trump

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Speaking at a joint press conference with Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko on Thursday, Putin said that Russia agrees with the proposals to cease hostilities but "proceeds from the assumption that this cessation should lead to long-term peace and eliminate the root causes of the crisis."

Devoid of stars, World Para Athletics GP a damp squib

Devoid of stars, World Para Athletics GP a damp squib

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

In the absence of several Indian and foreign para athletes, who had initially confirmed their participation but pulled out for various reasons, there were several events where the participation was a bare minimum -- in some disciplines just one athlete participated.

Deported Haryana man recounts 6-month 'dunki' journey via 11 nations to US

Deported Haryana man recounts 6-month 'dunki' journey via 11 nations to US

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

A Haryana man who paid Rs 35 lakh to agents to facilitate his journey to the USA via the 'dunki' route was deported back to India after being apprehended in the US. The man, Pankaj Rawat, has filed a complaint with the Gujarat police accusing the agents of human trafficking and cheating.

Donald Trump's move suits India: Jaishankar

Donald Trump's move suits India: Jaishankar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has stated that the US administration under President Donald Trump is moving towards multipolarity, which aligns with India's interests. He also revealed that India and the US have reached an agreement on the need for a bilateral trade pact. Jaishankar touched upon various foreign policy issues including India's role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the trajectory of the BRICS grouping, and relations with China during a session at the Chatham House think-tank in London.

'Happy' Vinicius wants to extend stay at Real Madrid

'Happy' Vinicius wants to extend stay at Real Madrid

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Vinicius Jr, who joined Real in 2018, has won the Spanish top-flight league three times with the club, apart from two Champions League and two Club World Cup titles.

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Champions League PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in quarters

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League Round of 16, Second Leg, matches.

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Reciprocal tariffs against India from April 2: Trump

Reciprocal tariffs against India from April 2: Trump

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Trump has made it clear to Prime Minister Modi that India will not be spared from Washington's reciprocal tariffs and emphasised that "nobody can argue with me" on tariff structure.

Get Streetwise: 10 Most Gorgeous Avenues In The World

Get Streetwise: 10 Most Gorgeous Avenues In The World

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

From the craggy cliffs of Spain to the rainbow umbrellas of Portugal, the Architectural Digest has compiled a list of the most stunning streets across the globe. Here are 10 of them.

Baez to defend Rio crown against Muller

Baez to defend Rio crown against Muller

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

24-year-old Sebastian Baez, who is looking to become the first two-time Rio Open champion, will take on Alexandre Muller after the Frenchman beat Francisco Comesana 7-5, 6-7(3), 6-3 in a marathon battle.

Alcaraz drops set to Italian qualifier Nardi in Doha

Alcaraz drops set to Italian qualifier Nardi in Doha

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz withstood a charge from qualifier Luca Nardi for a 6-1, 4-6, 6-3 victory in the second round of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha on Wednesday.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

Most Beautiful Cities In World: 10 More!

Most Beautiful Cities In World: 10 More!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Travel + Leisure magazine has released their 2025 list of ther loveliest cities in the world. Here are 10 of them.