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Big-hitting Aaron Jones happy to take US over the line

Big-hitting Aaron Jones happy to take US over the line

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Aaron Jones was at a loss for words after starring in the USA's seven-wicket demolition of Canada in the T20 World Cup opener, in which the New Yorker introduced himself to cricket's elites with a 40-ball 94.

The World Cup That Cheers

The World Cup That Cheers

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

In cricket, we have something that we can share with our families, neighbours and indeed, the whole country. It is colour-blind, language-neutral, truly secular and transcends all regions, from Kashmir to Kerala and Mizoram to Maharashtra, explains Shreekant Sambrani.

Dedh Bigha Zameen: Pratik Gandhi's Show All The Way

Dedh Bigha Zameen: Pratik Gandhi's Show All The Way

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Pratik Gandhi once again proves that he is an actor who can bring any character to life with his dedication to his craft and instinctive understanding of what the role requires, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Three Maoists killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh

Three Maoists killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

The encounter took place in Pujari Kanker forest along the interstate border when a team of Greyhounds, Telangana's elite anti-Maoist force, was out on an operation, he said.

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

Action Packed OTT This Week!

Action Packed OTT This Week!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Monsters, sharks, psychopaths, jedis, hybrids, undercover cops, special agents, brace yourself for tons of action on OTT this week.

WTT Grand Smash: Manika slays world no.14 to march into maiden quarters

WTT Grand Smash: Manika slays world no.14 to march into maiden quarters

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Manika Batra has become the first Indian woman table tennis player to enter the quarterfinals of an elite WTT event following her victory over world number 14 Nina Mittelham at the Grand Smash event in Jeddah.

Why Builders Won't Drop Home Prices

Why Builders Won't Drop Home Prices

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

'What happens in the real estate market is that once the prices go up it goes on to stay at that level.' 'It might not increase and at the same time the prices will not come down too.'

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The event that was inaugurated by five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand will have 11 rounds before the best player in the under-20 category can be determined in both sections.

Can Mirabai overcome injuries to lift Paris Oly gold?

Can Mirabai overcome injuries to lift Paris Oly gold?

Rediff.com24 May 2024

From firewood to barbells, no burden is too heavy for India's Mirabai

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Real Madrid strike late to beat Dortmund and win 15th UEFA Champions League

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Team India knows that it is a touch undercooked with a lot of confusion still persisting about what could be the best combination on a drop-in pitch.

Ethiopian runners reign supreme at Mumbai Marathon

Ethiopian runners reign supreme at Mumbai Marathon

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

The elite races across all categories were dominated by Ethiopian runners.

It's FaFa Time On OTT!

It's FaFa Time On OTT!

Rediff.com10 May 2024

It's FaFa time and more on OTT this week! Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Nepal cricketer Airee enters record books

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Smashes six sixes in an over in T20I vs Qatar

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Take a look at what the desi celebs wore to the fashion extravaganza.

A night of firsts in IPL history!

A night of firsts in IPL history!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Centuries were struck, boundaries cleared, and history rewritten.

'Olympic gold more important than 90m throw for Neeraj'

'Olympic gold more important than 90m throw for Neeraj'

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Neeraj Chopra will happily settle for a shorter throw in Paris if it proves enough for him to hold on to his Olympic title, his coach said.

Unrest in PoK: 3 killed in firing, teargas shelling

Unrest in PoK: 3 killed in firing, teargas shelling

Rediff.com14 May 2024

The paramilitary Rangers, which were called in to maintain law and order in the disputed region, came under attack while moving out of the region, the Dawn newspaper reported.

Indians are a long shot in Candidates: Viswanathan Anand

Indians are a long shot in Candidates: Viswanathan Anand

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Giving prominence to experience over youthful exuberance, five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand feels the three Indian participants remain far from winning the Candidates chess title, saying they "should first settle into the tournament."

Last Dance: Final chance for Kohli, Rohit to give India a World Cup Trophy

Last Dance: Final chance for Kohli, Rohit to give India a World Cup Trophy

Rediff.com29 May 2024

It's tough to find two cricketers who are so different from each other yet so closely intertwined by the same thread of fate as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Why West Opposes Strong Leader Like Modi

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'The West has always opposed a strong nationalist leader in India and Narendra Modi is no exception.' 'The West prefers weak leaders who are amenable to Western pressure and Mr Modi's independent stance is not to the liking of the West,' asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Who else do we know who meditated so with such impeccable timing (much of the Lok Sabha elections over and with only the last phase to go) and hordes for unsolicited defence of the grand meditation at public expense? asks Shyam G Menon.

Nitish becoming one of my favourites: Shane Watson

Nitish becoming one of my favourites: Shane Watson

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson hailed young Indian uncapped all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, saying that he is one of his favourite players to watch and lauded his dominance over the experienced spin duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin against Rajasthan Royals.

I'm going to play for India. I don't really care when: Parag

I'm going to play for India. I don't really care when: Parag

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'That is not me being arrogant. That is what my plan was with my dad (former Railways and Assam player Parag Das), when I started playing cricket when I was like 10-years-old. We (a joint project) were going to play for India regardless of anything.'

Cong prez polls: Gehlot says Kharge will win, terms Tharoor as 'elite class'

Cong prez polls: Gehlot says Kharge will win, terms Tharoor as 'elite class'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

Gehlot, one of the proposers of Kharge, said Tharoor is also a good man and has good thoughts but he is from the elite class.

Hussamuddin punches his way into Asian Elite semis

Hussamuddin punches his way into Asian Elite semis

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

In the other quarter-final, Thailand Open gold medallist Ananta Chopade (54kg) was knocked out after suffering a 0-4 loss to Kyrgyzstan's Seidekmatov Sanzhai.

Violent strike over high prices in PoK enters Day 4

Violent strike over high prices in PoK enters Day 4

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The disputed region witnessed clashes on Saturday between the police and activists of a rights movement, leaving at least one police official dead and injuring over 100 people, mostly policemen.

FIDE Candidates: Praggnanandhaa enters as India's best bet

FIDE Candidates: Praggnanandhaa enters as India's best bet

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Teen sensation R Praggnanandhaa will enter as the favourite among the three Indian participants in the Candidates chess tournament that will get underway in Toronto from Wednesday to decide the challenger for the next world championship match.

Shiva Thapa punches his way into Asian Elite quarters

Shiva Thapa punches his way into Asian Elite quarters

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Thapa will now take on the winner of the bout between Haidara Alasaly and Minsu Choi in the quarter-finals.

'Please let us compete in Paris, we need mental peace before Olympics'

'Please let us compete in Paris, we need mental peace before Olympics'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Paris Games quota-winning women wrestlers on Friday pleaded with the national federation not to subject them to selection trials, saying that every single step they take and every little thing they do from now on will have a bearing on India's medal chances at the Olympics.

Column: Why Modi Should Not Get 400 Plus Seats

Column: Why Modi Should Not Get 400 Plus Seats

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Imagine what the BJP's urges would be if India's electorate awarded it truly brute majorities like the 400 plus seats the prime minister called for in the 2024 general elections?' asks Shyam G Menon.

How BJP Won 1 Seat In Kerala

How BJP Won 1 Seat In Kerala

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

At least one commentator felt that both the BJP's reach and popularity had been underestimated in Kerala. They have shown systematic gain; one that seems personality-neutral and therefore institutionalised, explains Shyam G Menon.

How To Manage Your Time: Career Tips

How To Manage Your Time: Career Tips

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta offers handy tips on time management for a stress-free work life.

'Yodha has my best action sequences in a decade'

'Yodha has my best action sequences in a decade'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Sidharth Malhotra will be seen in an action-packed avatar in Yodha, releasing March 15.

World body threatens to bar Indian wrestlers from Olympic qualifiers

World body threatens to bar Indian wrestlers from Olympic qualifiers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

This threat from UWW comes days after the Delhi High Court was considering an application filed by four wrestlers including Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Bajrang Punia after the IOA dissolved the ad hoc committee on March 18 saying that there was "no further need" for it to run.

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

T20 creates the perfect form of cricket: Usain Bolt

Rediff.com15 May 2024

It comes as no surprise when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt says that the fastest form of cricket is his favourite one and feels more fans in the Caribbean and world over will choose the T20 format over Tests going forward.

Lawyers cannot be sued for 'deficiency in service': SC

Lawyers cannot be sued for 'deficiency in service': SC

Rediff.com15 May 2024

The top court said a considerable amount of direct control is exercised by the client over the manner in which an advocate renders his services during the course of his employment.

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Six decades and more later, we are now captives of our identities. Every poll is based on elaborate calculations of electability of candidates on the basis of their castes and other narrow definers. That, along with voter promiscuity, is what defines our political culture, which remains stubbornly resistant to any change, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

3 CRPF jawans killed, 14 hurt in Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh

3 CRPF jawans killed, 14 hurt in Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Among the three slain personnel, two belonged to the CoBRA's 201st battalion and one to the CRPF's 150th battalion, a senior police officer said.