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Stosur survives as top players toil in warm-ups tourneys

Stosur survives as top players toil in warm-ups tourneys

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

Australia's Samantha Stosur failed to allay fears she could be heading for another early exit at her home Grand Slam with a scrappy performance in Hobart while a trio of big names tumbled out of the Sydney International on Monday.

Indian diaspora a 'great capital', opportunities await you: PM

Indian diaspora a 'great capital', opportunities await you: PM

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Indian diaspora is a "great capital" for the country which needs to be nurtured, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday as he sought its cooperation in transforming India that awaits them with opportunities.

NBA: Knicks beat Pacers to level series at 1-1

NBA: Knicks beat Pacers to level series at 1-1

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Carmelo Anthony scored 32 points, including 20 in the second half, as the New York Knicks turned on the razzle to thrash the Indiana Pacers 105-79 on Tuesday and level their best-of-seven NBA playoff series at 1-1.

Why the Modi hope lives on

Why the Modi hope lives on

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The government is following a path where it will not be irresponsible or profligate with public money but will intervene in the interest of the poor

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Saif Ali Khan will be the grand marshal this weekend at the India Day Parade at New York City's Fifth Avenue.

PHOTOS: US breaks 27-year-old record in women's 4x100

PHOTOS: US breaks 27-year-old record in women's 4x100

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

Pointing the baton at the clock showing the world-record time of 40.82 seconds, Carmelita Jeter anchored the United States on Friday night to its first Olympic gold medal in the women's 4x100-metre relay since 1996.

Williams sisters set for showdown in Charleston semis

Williams sisters set for showdown in Charleston semis

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

Serena and Venus Williams set up a tantalising semi-final against each other after both won twice on Friday in the rain-affected Family Circle Cup in Charleston, South Carolina.

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Federer and Serena power into quarters, Nishikori retires with injury

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Federer and Serena power into quarters, Nishikori retires with injury

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Croatian ninth seed Marin Cilic reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the third year running after Kei Nishikori quit with a rib injury midway through their fourth round match on Monday.

Live for the nation, share responsibility: PM tells Indians in Australia

Live for the nation, share responsibility: PM tells Indians in Australia

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday dedicated the warm welcome, respect and enthusiasm he received at the Allphones Arena in Olympic Park in Sydney to the 1.25 billion people of India.

Djokovic wins in Miami, while Azarenka withdraws

Djokovic wins in Miami, while Azarenka withdraws

Rediff.com23 Mar 2013

Novak Djokovic and Maria Sharapova both survived unscathed but the Sony Open lost two other grand slam champions on Friday when Victoria Azarenka and Juan Martin Del Potro exited the Miami tournament.

6 memorable fights in boxing history!

6 memorable fights in boxing history!

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Six of the most memorable bouts to have ever taken place in the history of boxing.

Seven Indian Americans awarded for cancer research

Seven Indian Americans awarded for cancer research

Rediff.com13 May 2014

The Society of Asian American Scientists in Cancer Research last month presented awards to seven doctors for their outstanding contributions to cancer research. The awards were presented by Rajvir Dahiya, SAASCR president, San Diego, California on April 6.

NBA: Thunder roll on with massive win over Hornets

NBA: Thunder roll on with massive win over Hornets

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Kevin Durant landed a triple double as the Oklahoma City Thunder recorded a 119-74 blowout victory over the outclassed New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday.

In the middle of Ramzan, Modi to visit 5 Islamic nations

In the middle of Ramzan, Modi to visit 5 Islamic nations

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

It's a packed 5-nation, 9-day, visit for Prime Minister Modi as he heads to Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan, apart from Ufa in Russia.

Why South Block should stop behaving like a yokel at a country fair

Why South Block should stop behaving like a yokel at a country fair

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

India must present its demands of America confidently, instead of fearing that its pocket will somehow be picked, says Ajai Shukla.

Saying goodbye to America's best TV show

Saying goodbye to America's best TV show

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

'That Mad Men is currently the best-written show and quite unlike anything else out there is an understatement.'

The Muhammad Ali tribute you MUST read!

The Muhammad Ali tribute you MUST read!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

'Every Ali obituary I read made the point that he 'transcended his sport' -- a reference to the many battles he fought with America even as he fought in America.' 'What the obituaries leave out is that Ali equally transcended the boundaries of geography and of information -- as witness the Chennai teen who assimilated that most mobile of fighters through still images shorn of context.'

Muhammad Ali: The greatest of all time

Muhammad Ali: The greatest of all time

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Bikash Mohapatra salutes boxing legend Muhammad Ali.

Muhammad Ali: 'Greatest' boxer, showman, ambassador

Muhammad Ali: 'Greatest' boxer, showman, ambassador

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

More than 60 years ago, a bicycle thief in Louisville, Kentucky, unknowingly set in motion one of the most amazing sports careers in history.

French Open PHOTOS: Murray, Wawrinka face-off in semis; Djokovic, Serena advance to quarters

French Open PHOTOS: Murray, Wawrinka face-off in semis; Djokovic, Serena advance to quarters

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

Images from Wednesday's matches at Roland Garros

How Gandhi and RSS co-exist in Modi's conciousness

How Gandhi and RSS co-exist in Modi's conciousness

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

The prime minister has followed a dual strategy. He is invoking Gandhi to project himself as a statesman and yet, because he is essentially a politician, he has to take the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh along as well

ESPN looks to score with cricket in the United States, WT20 final to be aired live

ESPN looks to score with cricket in the United States, WT20 final to be aired live

Rediff.com5 Apr 2014

ESPN is experimenting to see if the sport can gain traction in the United States, where professional and college football are king while cricket, with its loyal but small fan base, is viewed as being on the fringe.

Rajdeep Sardesai: PM must tell those who spread hate, 'Stop spreading hate'

Rajdeep Sardesai: PM must tell those who spread hate, 'Stop spreading hate'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

'I hope the prime minister starts telling those abusers to stop abusing... Because when he remains silent, these people get more muscle,' journalist Rajdeep Sardesai told Chaya Babu/Rediff.com soon after he was heckled and pushed around in New York on Sunday.

India's Modi promises US CEOs a return to market reforms

India's Modi promises US CEOs a return to market reforms

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

US congressional leaders on trade and finance wrote to the US International Trade Commission calling for a second investigation into India's 'unfair' trade practices, detailing any changes under Modi.

'Modi's speech was full of ideas'

'Modi's speech was full of ideas'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

'He brings fresh ideas and leadership.' 'Modi is bold, doesn't care about criticism.' Members of the Madison Square Garden audience praise Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech.

Modi's wit keeps celebs, lawmakers hungry for more

Modi's wit keeps celebs, lawmakers hungry for more

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

'This speech is going to be more of a punishment. I spoke too much this afternoon' A tireless Prime Minister Narendra Modi left over 700 notable luminaries in peals of laughter with his quick wit and sense of humour during a dinner and reception hosted by Indian Ambassador Subrahmanyam Jaishankar at the Taj-owned, The Pierre Hotel. In the presence of the who's who of desi Americans and US lawmakers, Modi once again thanked the Indian-Americans for their contributions and discussed his plans of developing India and the ties he hopes to nurture with America. Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com presents a sneak-peak into the festive, grand dinner.

PM Modi takes the flight to US to 'start a new chapter'

PM Modi takes the flight to US to 'start a new chapter'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

Describing America as India's "vital partner", Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday embarked on his first visit to the US confident that his five-day trip will mark a "new chapter" in bilateral strategic ties.

PHOTOS: A perfect 10 for American Biles; You dethrones defending champ

PHOTOS: A perfect 10 for American Biles; You dethrones defending champ

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

It's a wrap! Rediff.com presents a roundup of the World Gymnastics Championships, Glasgow, which were held from October 23 to November 1.

Kristen Stewart to sell dress for Sandy relief

Kristen Stewart to sell dress for Sandy relief

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

O'Grady Olympic medals under threat by doping admission

O'Grady Olympic medals under threat by doping admission

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

A successful Olympic track cyclist, O'Grady won a madison gold at the 2004 Athens Games, following a team pursuit silver at the 1992 Barcelona Games and a pair of bronzes at Atlanta in 1996.

Another Rabbit out of Modi's Hat

Another Rabbit out of Modi's Hat

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

Obama's decision to visit India must be a result of his judgement that Modi is a man of action, feels Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Dogs, poodles and more take to the ramp!

Dogs, poodles and more take to the ramp!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2012

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is an annual event to judge some of the most stunning dogs across the United States. It is held at New York's Madison Square Garden every year.

$1.2 mn bash planned for Modi in New York

$1.2 mn bash planned for Modi in New York

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

The Prime Minister's Office has made clear Modi's wishes that the reception planned for him at New York's famed Madison Square Garden should not carry the imprimatur of any community organisation, but be under the auspices of a 'Reception Committee for the Prime Minister of India.' Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com reports.

Radwanska, Wozniacki lose in Sydney; Hewitt pulls out of Kooyong

Radwanska, Wozniacki lose in Sydney; Hewitt pulls out of Kooyong

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

Top seed Agnieszka Radwanska's title defence at the Sydney International lasted just 92 minutes when she was dumped out of the second round by Bethanie Mattek-Sands on Tuesday.

Drones have saved lives in a 'just war' against terror: Obama

Drones have saved lives in a 'just war' against terror: Obama

Rediff.com24 May 2013

United States President Barack Obama Thursday defended the use of drones as a "just war" of self-defence against terrorists as he outlined the future of his counter-terrorism policies.

Three events that may change India forever

Three events that may change India forever

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

How will the return of a majority government at the Centre, the new India-US friendship and the Mangalyaan triumph change India?

Here's how PM Modi charms Indians abroad

Here's how PM Modi charms Indians abroad

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's success at courting Indians abroad have been as much a result of his old contacts as efforts by a dedicated arm of the BJP abroad. Archis Mohan reports

In Modi's honour, US-India Partnership Day resolution in US Senate

In Modi's honour, US-India Partnership Day resolution in US Senate

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The incredible demand to be a part of Indian-American history in greeting Prime Minister Modi has pushed us to find more ways to let the community participate.

Vivekananda, Desh ki Dharti on Modi show in New York

Vivekananda, Desh ki Dharti on Modi show in New York

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

The US State Department and other lobbies who denied Modi a visa when he was chief minister of Gujarat, says one organiser of the Madison Square Garden event, will get a clear idea of what kind of "force" is behind Modi in America. Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com meets the people behind the event in New York and finds out what's in store for Sunday's show.