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PIX: McKeown extends reign, Wiffen toast of Ireland

PIX: McKeown extends reign, Wiffen toast of Ireland

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Australian dominator Kaylee McKeown crushed Regan Smith to extend her reign over the 100 metres backstroke before Irish trailblazer Daniel Wiffen became his nation's first man to win an Olympic swimming medal with 800m freestyle gold on Tuesday.

Bumrah Ignites Captaincy Debate

Bumrah Ignites Captaincy Debate

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

'Bowlers are the smart people because you know, they have to get the batsman out and we are obviously always fighting the odds because the grounds are shorter, the bats are better.'

I hadn't hoped I will win two medals in a single Olympics: Manu

I hadn't hoped I will win two medals in a single Olympics: Manu

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

At 22, Manu Bhaker has already become one of India's greatest athletes by winning two medals in the same Olympics.

PIX: Flag bearers Sindhu, Kamal lead India in floating parade

PIX: Flag bearers Sindhu, Kamal lead India in floating parade

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

For the first time in Olympic history, the Opening Ceremony is being held on the banks of the river Seine. More than 6,500 athletes in around 90 boats will sail past the iconic monuments of Paris.

PICS: Magical Marchand takes fourth swimming gold

PICS: Magical Marchand takes fourth swimming gold

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Images from the Olympics swimming action at the La Defense Arena, Paris, on Friday.

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

'The Spirit Of The Games Lives In Each Of Us'

'The Spirit Of The Games Lives In Each Of Us'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

'Carrying the Olympic flame yesterday in the Paris 2024 Torch Relay was an honour beyond words. '

'God's Plan': SKY downplays role in iconic catch

'God's Plan': SKY downplays role in iconic catch

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Suryakumar's decision-making and awareness was also applauded by India's fielding coach T Dilip.

T20 WC: Kohli's iconic 6 vs Pak voted 'Greatest Moment'

T20 WC: Kohli's iconic 6 vs Pak voted 'Greatest Moment'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Virat Kohli's masterclass against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in 2022 has been voted the T20 World Cup FanCraze Greatest Moment.

We Can't Look Away From Bhumi

We Can't Look Away From Bhumi

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Kajol's quiet moments... Tara has a happy day... Zeenat feels undervalued...

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Durbar Hall, Ashok Hall will now be called...

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Durbar Hall, Ashok Hall will now be called...

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Venues for different ceremonial functions, Rashtrapati Bhavan's iconic 'Durbar Hall' and 'Ashok Hall' were on Thursday renamed 'Ganatantra Mandap' and 'Ashok Mandap', respectively.

India's Kush Maini wins maiden F2 Sprint race

India's Kush Maini wins maiden F2 Sprint race

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

India's Kush Maini won his maiden Formula 2 Sprint Race at the Hungarian Grand Prix after initial winner Richard Verschoor's was disqualified due to a technical infringement.

'A historic medal': Modi hails Manu Bhaker's bronze

'A historic medal': Modi hails Manu Bhaker's bronze

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

From PM Modi to sporting icons, India rejoice Manu Bhaker's historic Olympic medal

What's Happened To Arjuna Ranatunga?

What's Happened To Arjuna Ranatunga?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Arjuna Ranatunga's dramatic body transformation has stunned the Internet.

When Sharath Kamal shared lunch table with Roger Federer

When Sharath Kamal shared lunch table with Roger Federer

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

India's flag-bearer for Paris Olympics, Achanta Sharath Kamal, on Wednesday recalled the most memorable moments from his five appearances at the Games so far.

What's hot at the Olympics: Daley knitting is all the rage as food wars stir up

What's hot at the Olympics: Daley knitting is all the rage as food wars stir up

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

US women dazzle in crystal-studded leos

Olympics spark joy for volunteers, frustration for Parisians

Olympics spark joy for volunteers, frustration for Parisians

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Paris is hosting the Olympics after 100 long years and the volunteers, who are the heart and soul of the mega multi-sporting competition, see the Games starting July 26 as an event of their lives.

Olympic dreams inspire young skateboarders in Spain

Olympic dreams inspire young skateboarders in Spain

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The seaside city of Barcelona is often referred to as the Mecca of skateboarding in Europe, and the trend is particularly notable on the waveramps and bowls of the Marbella skatepark, where skate camps like Damien Chiche's sell out every summer.

Just Another Rainy Day in Bollywood

Just Another Rainy Day in Bollywood

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Sex, violence, song or dance -- the monsoon serves multiple purposes in Hindi movies. With the onset of the rains, it's the perfect occasion to highlight all the cool, crazy reasons Bollywood uses it as an excuse for.

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Lady Gaga brings cabaret to Paris opening ceremony on the Seine

SEE: Grand homecoming for World Cup winner Hardik Pandya in Vadodara

SEE: Grand homecoming for World Cup winner Hardik Pandya in Vadodara

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Legion of fans in Vadodara welcomed the star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, a key component in India's T20 World Cup triumph.

Sitharaman again takes tablet in red pouch to present paperless Budget

Sitharaman again takes tablet in red pouch to present paperless Budget

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

With the tablet carefully kept inside a red cover with a golden-coloured national emblem embossed on it instead of the briefcase, Parliament will be her next destination after the call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Dead Brides, Sexy Accountants On OTT

Dead Brides, Sexy Accountants On OTT

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Sukanya Verma gives you some great options to choose from.

I'm supposed to be dead...I'm still here: Trump

I'm supposed to be dead...I'm still here: Trump

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Trump also said he appreciated the call he received from President Joe Biden, also expected to be his rival in the election, according to the Post, calling it "fine" and "very nice."

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi on Saturday blessed the newly wed couple Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after their wedding that was attended by global celebrities, business tycoons and politicians.

When Pregnant Zeenat Aman Became Daku Hasina

When Pregnant Zeenat Aman Became Daku Hasina

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

'It felt oh so good to play an ass-kicking role!'

Nita Ambani Honours Rohit, Hardik, SKY

Nita Ambani Honours Rohit, Hardik, SKY

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

A unique 'wave of honour' swept through the venue as Nita and Mukesh Ambani joined the players and the audience, commemorating the team's incredible feat.

Anderson lauds Tendulkar as 'best batter' he has faced

Anderson lauds Tendulkar as 'best batter' he has faced

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

England's fast bowling legend, James Anderson, who is nearing the end of his illustrious international career, has revealed that he enjoyed his battles against Sachin Tendulkar the most

African lions make longest swim in search of female

African lions make longest swim in search of female

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Possibly in search of lionesses, two lion brothers swam 1.3 kilometres across an African river known to be infested with hippos and crocodiles, making it the longest documented swim for African lions with visual evidence.

Why Kerala's athletics legacy is fading

Why Kerala's athletics legacy is fading

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

It's a downfall for the powerhouse that produced some iconic names such as PT Usha, Shiny Wilson, Anju Bobby George, Rosa Kutty, Mercy Kuttan and Bobby Aloysius among others."

The Gavaskar@75 Quiz

The Gavaskar@75 Quiz

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Here's a quiz celebrating the Indian batting icon and to tell if you're a true Gavaskar fan...

Spain's 16 YO silences doubters on way to Euros Final

Spain's 16 YO silences doubters on way to Euros Final

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Spanish teenager Yamal coy over 'dream come true' wonder strike

In a first for the iconic models, JLR to produce Range Rover in India

In a first for the iconic models, JLR to produce Range Rover in India

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover will start producing its Range Rover and Range Rover Sport in India, marking a first for the iconic models in their 54-year long history, to be rolled out from a country outside of the UK. Till now the two models were only produced in Jaguar Land Rover's Solihull plant in the UK and then exported to around 121 markets globally, including India.

SEE: Shastri bumps into Sharapova at British F1 GP!

SEE: Shastri bumps into Sharapova at British F1 GP!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Sinner, Alcaraz will keep tennis' flag flying: Shastri

Why would Tendulkar love to bat with Federer?

Why would Tendulkar love to bat with Federer?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The 51-year-old from Mumbai also said he loved playing tennis with the late Australian spin great Shane Warne and former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh and described them as cricketers who would make best doubles partners.

Olympic talk: 'India's attitude towards sport must change'

Olympic talk: 'India's attitude towards sport must change'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

'We need more support from states to back budding talents from not-so-affluent families.'

Mumbai's King's Circle, Sandhurst Road to become history

Mumbai's King's Circle, Sandhurst Road to become history

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The Maharashtra legislative council on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution to rename seven stations on the Mumbai local train network.

'You Made Me Proud, Beta'

'You Made Me Proud, Beta'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'You were the one who saw in him at a time when no one saw it.'

How Rohit's Friends Welcomed Him At Home

How Rohit's Friends Welcomed Him At Home

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

A welcome deserving of a champion!

England great Anderson retires with one final flourish

England great Anderson retires with one final flourish

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

James Anderson concluded his illustrious 21-year international cricket career with his 704th and final wicket on Friday during England's commanding victory over West Indies