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Beware this Bengali Detective

Beware this Bengali Detective

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

The Brit film about chubby, intrepid Kolkata private eye will have its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival next month.

75% Bengal students couldn't appear for JEE: Mamata

75% Bengal students couldn't appear for JEE: Mamata

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Banerjee urged the Centre to rethink about those who could not manage to appear for the crucial test.

Tokyo Games moved to 2021 as 'light at end of pandemic tunnel'

Tokyo Games moved to 2021 as 'light at end of pandemic tunnel'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

Pressure had been building on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and its president, Thomas Bach, with some athletes and sporting bodies angry that a seemingly inevitable decision had taken so long.

Winter Olympics: Indian team in mismatched uniform

Winter Olympics: Indian team in mismatched uniform

Rediff.com13 Feb 2010

How could Indian athletes be sent to participate in the Winter Olympic that opened in Vancouver with mismatched uniforms.

21 killed as cyclonic storm hits Kolkata

21 killed as cyclonic storm hits Kolkata

Rediff.com25 May 2009

Life in Kolkata came to a standstill even before Cyclone Aila hit on Monday, killing 17, including a woman, and injuring many. High-velocity winds and heavy rains lashed the coastal areas of the state from Monday morning. All flights, including international ones, at the NSC Bose International Airport were suspended from 1400 hours, airport sources said.

Ajit Jain: Berkshire's next Oracle?

Ajit Jain: Berkshire's next Oracle?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Ajit Jain specialises in mega-catastrophe coverage, that is, he takes risks that rivals avoid.

Rogge to stand again as IOC President

Rogge to stand again as IOC President

Rediff.com25 Oct 2008

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Jacques Rogge informed his organisation's members on Friday he intends to stand for a second term in office, the IOC said. IOC spokeswoman Emmanuelle Moreau said the 66-year-old Rogge, first elected in 2001 for an eight-year term, has sent a letter to all members saying he would run for a second term during the election to be held next year in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Brazil-England U-17 World Cup SF moved from Guwahati to Kolkata

Brazil-England U-17 World Cup SF moved from Guwahati to Kolkata

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

The FIFA Under-17 World Cup semi-final between Brazil and England has been shifted from Guwahati to Kolkata because of poor pitch conditions in the North-Eastern city.

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

All Squads: Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The FIFA 2022 World Cup will kick-off in Qatar on Sunday, November 20. Here is a list of the 26-man squads playing in the quadrennial global football extravaganza.

U-17 World Cup: Spain eye knockout berth against North Korea

U-17 World Cup: Spain eye knockout berth against North Korea

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

European champions Spain will enter their final group match against DPR Korea as the firm favourites, looking to secure a Round of 16 berth in the FIFA U-17 World Cup, in Kochi, on Friday.

England's Sancho to play only in group stages at FIFA U-17 WC

England's Sancho to play only in group stages at FIFA U-17 WC

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

But after English FA's intervention, the Bundesliga giants have now allowed the 17-year-old to feature in Steve Cooper's side only for the group stages.

Bottled water costs us the earth

Bottled water costs us the earth

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

The bottled water industry is global in nature. But it is designed to sell the same product to two completely different markets: one water-rich and the other water-scarce.

Stunning images of the month: May

Stunning images of the month: May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

We present some of the best photographs clicked across the globe in the month of May.

How should I prepare myself for the US immigration

How should I prepare myself for the US immigration

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

Are you setting out for the US for higher studies? Do you know what to expect at immigration?

12 suspended over blood counts as Games begin

12 suspended over blood counts as Games begin

Rediff.com11 Feb 2006

Abnormally high blood counts among 12 Olympic cross-country skiers marred the start of the Winter Games.

The Best Wildlife Photographs, 2022!

The Best Wildlife Photographs, 2022!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The winners of the Natural History Museum's prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition were announced at an awards ceremony in London. American photographer Karine Aigner was announced as this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

U-17 WC: Kolkata to host final; Mumbai, Guwahati get semis

U-17 WC: Kolkata to host final; Mumbai, Guwahati get semis

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Kolkata will host the summit clash of the U-17 World Cup football on October 28 while Navi Mumbai and Guwahati were chosen to stage the semi-finals.

ISL: Blow to Mumbai City FC, skipper Nabi out for 3 weeks

ISL: Blow to Mumbai City FC, skipper Nabi out for 3 weeks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Barely a game into the Indian Super League and Mumbai City FC have been dealt a massive blow with skipper Syed Rahim Nabi ruled out for upto three weeks due to an ankle injury sustained during the team's opening match against Atletico de Kolkata.

Pierce leads Boston to dramatic win

Pierce leads Boston to dramatic win

Rediff.com12 Mar 2005

Boston Celtics registered a 115-113 double overtime win over the Detroit Pistons.

Keshavan qualifies for 2006 Winter Olympics

Keshavan qualifies for 2006 Winter Olympics

Rediff.com11 Feb 2005

The 22 year old luge athlete was India's sole representative in the previous two editions of the Games.

Lakers down Trail Blazers

Lakers down Trail Blazers

Rediff.com2 Feb 2005

NBA champion Detroit Pistons eased past the Wizards 105-96 for their fourth consecutive win.

Hamilton puts Pistons in first-place tie with Cavs

Hamilton puts Pistons in first-place tie with Cavs

Rediff.com30 Jan 2005

The Detroit Pistons moved into a first-place tie with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Central Division after a 91-61 romp over the New York Knicks.

Jackson fails to lift Pacers

Jackson fails to lift Pacers

Rediff.com27 Jan 2005

Paul Pierce scored 23 points and Ricky Davis added 18 to spark the Boston Celtics to a 100-86 win over the Indiana Pacers.

Pacers win eighth straight

Pacers win eighth straight

Rediff.com29 Nov 2003

Ron Artest and Jermaine O'Neal continued to sparkle as the Indiana Pacers thumped the Philadelphia 76ers 90-77 for their eighth straight win on Friday.

IOC bargains with Chambers

IOC bargains with Chambers

Rediff.com27 Nov 2003

Programmes at NIFT

Programmes at NIFT

Rediff.com8 Nov 2003

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes at NIFT

Indian Football PIX: Roy Krishna salvages thrilling draw for ATK

Indian Football PIX: Roy Krishna salvages thrilling draw for ATK

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Both the teams gave it their all to find the winner but could not do so.

Utah governor presents lifetime achievement award to Dr Dinesh Patel

Utah governor presents lifetime achievement award to Dr Dinesh Patel

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

Dinesh Patel, Utah's most high profile and influential Indian American, was conferred the Willem J Kolff Lifetime Achievement Award at BioUtah's 2013 Utah Life Science Award, the state's top science award ceremony.

Katrina, Deepika, SRK spice up IPL opening ceremony

Katrina, Deepika, SRK spice up IPL opening ceremony

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

The 'City of Joy' opened its heart to the cricket world as a dazzling Bollywood-style opening ceremony kicked-off the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League in Kolkata on Tuesday night, American rapper Pitbull and superstar Shah Rukh Khan stealing the limelight.

Klinsmann opts for experience in US Copa America squad

Klinsmann opts for experience in US Copa America squad

Rediff.com22 May 2016

United States coach Jurgen Klinsmann has turned to experience for next month's Copa America Centenario on home soil, but said he had to make some "very close, tight decisions" before announcing his 23-player squad on Saturday.

'Kolkata to turn into FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 HQ'

'Kolkata to turn into FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 HQ'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

The city of Kolkata will turn into the headquarters of FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 as well as the main broadcasting centre to cater stories of the entire tournament to 209 countries, FIFA Head of Events Jaime Yarza Said on Thursday during his visit to Kolkata. After meeting the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the state secretariat Nabanna, Yarza told reporters that they were happy with the venues and other infrastructure in the city to conduct the tournament successfully. Expressing satisfaction over the work done at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan, Yarza said that the venue would turn into a top venue of the U-17 World Cup.

FIFA 'satisfied' with India's preparations to host U-17 World Cup

FIFA 'satisfied' with India's preparations to host U-17 World Cup

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Expressing satisfaction over the work done at the Yuva Bharati Krirangan, a FIFA inspection team on Thursday proposed few minor changes to turn the facility into a world class stadium. "We inspected the stadium. The planning and work done here is excellent. The work done until now is fruitful and satisfactory. There are minor amendments that need to be done. "We will come back in October to see the final situation. This will become the top stadium in India in future," Jamie Yazra, Head of Events, FIFA U-17 World Cup delegation team, said. While talking about minor changes, Yazra said these will be small fine tunings

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss dies at 80

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss dies at 80

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Jerry Buss, who parlayed a $1,000 real estate investment into ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers, winning 10 National Basketball Association championships and making the team one of the most glamorous in American sports, died on Monday at 80, the team said on its official website.

Indian Super League: Injury-time goal gives Delhi win over Kolkata

Indian Super League: Injury-time goal gives Delhi win over Kolkata

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Brazilian striker Gustavo dos Santos struck an injury-time goal as Delhi Dynamos beat defending champions Atletico de Kolkata by a solitary goal in a closely-fought Indian Super League match.

Indian Super League: Atletico de Kolkata beat Kerala Blasters to go top

Indian Super League: Atletico de Kolkata beat Kerala Blasters to go top

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Inspired by the presence of Brazilian great Pele, defending champions Atletico de Kolkata climbed to the top of the table with a 2-1 win over last year's runners-up Kerala Blasters in their first home match of the Indian Super League.

Jaggu was a rarity amongst administrators: Chappell

Jaggu was a rarity amongst administrators: Chappell

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Recalling one of his many meetings with Jagmohan Dalmiya, former Australian captain Ian Chappell paid a rich tribute to the late BCCI president, saying he was a "rarity among administrators and that history should judge him kindly".

ISL bringing Manchester United striker Rooney to India?

ISL bringing Manchester United striker Rooney to India?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

Brazilian great Pele is not the only football star scheduled to touch down in Kolkata with Indian Super League team Atletico de Kolkata co-owner Sourav Ganguly claiming that England superstar Wayne Rooney would also be visiting the city later this year.