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Images from the 2010 World Cup qualifiers

Images from the 2010 World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Diego Maradona's Argentina finally clinched a place in the 2010 World Cup finals following a tortuous qualifying campaign with a 1-0 away win over bitter rivals Uruguay on Wednesday.

Wolff drives an F1 car with De Villota on her mind

Wolff drives an F1 car with De Villota on her mind

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Williams development driver Susie Wolff paid tribute to seriously injured Marussia tester Maria De Villota after having her first drive in a Formula One car at a damp Silverstone circuit on Wednesday.

India among most corrupt nations

India among most corrupt nations

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

Corruption has become as way of life across the world, costing global economies billions of dollars every year.

Directing Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru

Directing Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru

Rediff.com21 Sep 2009

Nandini speaks about her directing her debut Tamil film Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru.

The best dressers in bikinis and jeans!

The best dressers in bikinis and jeans!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

Don't miss the hotties who made it to People magazine's 10 best-dressed women of 2009.

OilMin wants a united front to beat China in Myanmar

OilMin wants a united front to beat China in Myanmar

Rediff.com31 May 2013

At present, in Myanmar, GAIL and IndianOil have a minority stake in a gas pipeline which goes to China, through South East Asia Gas Pipeline Company.

Dungarpur, the man who introduced Tendulkar to the world

Dungarpur, the man who introduced Tendulkar to the world

Rediff.com12 Sep 2009

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Raj Singh Dungarpur, who died in Mumbai on Saturday at the age of 73 after protracted illness, will be remembered in the history of Indian cricket as the chief selector who introduced Sachin Tendulkar at the international stage.

Ranbaxy introduces whistle-blower policy

Ranbaxy introduces whistle-blower policy

Rediff.com27 May 2013

Patient safety and quality our guidance now, says CEO and MD Arun Sawhney.

The top 10 favourite Miss Universe contestants!

The top 10 favourite Miss Universe contestants!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

You voted and we've narrowed down on the 10 most popular Miss Universe contestants. Who do you think will take home the crown? Take this poll!

The final lot of fab Miss Universe candidates!

The final lot of fab Miss Universe candidates!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

The Miss Universe 2009 pageant is fast approaching on August 23. In a countdown to D-Day, we'll be introducing you to all 84 contestants from around the world.

What August 15 means to these stars

What August 15 means to these stars

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Hear their thoughts on India's Independence Day.

Sexy young celebs jazz up the red carpet

Sexy young celebs jazz up the red carpet

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

A number of fashionable young celebs sizzled on the red carpet for the Teen Choice 2009 Awards in LA this week. Take a look.

US multinationals to face more pain from strong dollar

US multinationals to face more pain from strong dollar

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Surging value of dollar may be posing the biggest threat to US corporate earnings.

Diamonds and high fashion!

Diamonds and high fashion!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Salman Khan, Celina Jaitley and Raima Sen were some of the stars spotted at the event.

FIFA defends Suarez biting ban that many call excessive

FIFA defends Suarez biting ban that many call excessive

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

FIFA defended the harsh punishment it handed down to Uruguay striker Luis Suarez for biting an opponent during the World Cup, despite complaints on Friday from his coach, politicians and even the man he bit that the record penalty was excessive.

Williams boosted by new F1 commercial deal

Williams boosted by new F1 commercial deal

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

A new Formula One commercial agreement helped to boost first half profit and turnover for Williams Grand Prix Holdings, the former champion motor racing team.

Magical Messi leads Argentina to top of World Cup table

Magical Messi leads Argentina to top of World Cup table

Rediff.com8 Sep 2012

Lionel Messi's Argentina brushed aside Paraguay 3-1 to go top of the South American 2014 World Cup qualifiers at the Mario Kempes stadium on Friday.

Remittance: India again tops the world

Remittance: India again tops the world

Rediff.com27 Jul 2009

Remittance is defined as the sum of money paid to someone at a distance.

Shahana Goswami gets candid!

Shahana Goswami gets candid!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

Actress Shahana Goswami talks to about her relationship, beauty and fitness regime, and her favorite things. Read on to get to know her!

India must regain higher growth: FM

India must regain higher growth: FM

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

The economy grew at 6.7 per cent in 2008-09, which is a sharp downward curve when compared to the 9 per cent or more growth that took place in the previous three years.

10 easy steps to tax filing

10 easy steps to tax filing

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

If you are a new taxpayer or one who is struggling to obtain a foothold in the world of taxes, our attempt at simplifying the tax filing process seeks to help you sail through this. Read on. . .

Discovering Kolkata today

Discovering Kolkata today

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

We navigate teeming markets, inspect stunning temples, and uncover rich history in the often overlooked Indian metropolis.

Shocking PHOTOS of politicians KISSING

Shocking PHOTOS of politicians KISSING

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

It was a campaign seeking to contribute to the creation of a new culture of tolerance. But it stirred up a storm.

Jamaica crash out in 4x400m relay

Jamaica crash out in 4x400m relay

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Jamaica's bid for the men's 4x400 metre relay gold was cut short by injury on Thursday when Jermaine Gonzales pulled up in qualifying, while South Africa went through on appeal after their race ended in a collision with Kenya.

Sri Lanka survive Ireland scare

Sri Lanka survive Ireland scare

Rediff.com14 Jun 2009

Sri Lanka repulsed a gallant challenge from Ireland at Lord's on Sunday to win their Twenty20 World Cup Super Eights match by nine runs.

Manmohan Singh stresses on inclusive growth

Manmohan Singh stresses on inclusive growth

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

Responding to the President's speech, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said that promoting communalism would stall inclusive growth in the country.

Naseer performs in New York

Naseer performs in New York

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

The veteran actor performs Dastangoi: The Adventures of Amir Hamza at the Asia Society New York on Monday.

Venezuelan who dreamt of becoming nun crowned Miss World 2011

Venezuelan who dreamt of becoming nun crowned Miss World 2011

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

Miss Venezuela, Ivian Lunasol Sarcos Colmenares, who spent five years studying in a nunnery, has bagged the title of Miss World 2011 amid much fanfare at Earls Court Two in London.

Miss World 2011: I've no words to describe how happy I feel

Miss World 2011: I've no words to describe how happy I feel

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

21-year-old Ivian Lunasol Sarcos Colimenares, a human resource graduate from Venezuela is the new Miss World 2011.

OVL-OIL offers $5 bn for 20% in Africa gas field

OVL-OIL offers $5 bn for 20% in Africa gas field

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The duo closes in on the stake put on the block by Videocon, US' Anadarko.

The peak GM never scaled

The peak GM never scaled

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Let us re-visit the iconic brands under the GM umbrella and to see why none of them could change the fortune for the General.

Lifter Ravi Kumar disappoints

Lifter Ravi Kumar disappoints

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

India's weightlifting campaign at the London Olympics ended on Tuesday after Katulu Ravi Kumar's below-par performance in the men's 69kg category at the ExCel Arena. Ravi Kumar, who had just recovered in time for the event after a bout of fever, lifted a below par 303kg -- 136kg in snatch and 167kg in clean and jerk -- to finish sixth in the 10-lifter Group B competition.

11 countries that can soon go bankrupt

11 countries that can soon go bankrupt

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

While India is witnessing slowdown, many countries have not yet been able to come off the last decade's financial crisis.

French Open Day Four Images

French Open Day Four Images

Rediff.com28 May 2009

French Open Day Four Images

From Indian Idol to Race!

From Indian Idol to Race!

Rediff.com27 May 2009

Meet Monali Thakur, the voice behind Katrina Kaif's sexy number Zara Zara Touch Me from Race.

French Open Day Three Images

French Open Day Three Images

Rediff.com27 May 2009

French Open Day Three Images

How secure are the EVMs?

How secure are the EVMs?

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Whatever happens with this election, there is going to have to be a serious rethink of how the ECI, and elections, are run in India. There can't even be the whiff of impropriety. In a country that believes in democracy, EVM rigging isn't stealing an election, it's stealing the soul of a nation, says Cleo Paskal.

FIFA warns Guatemala on reprieve for match-fixers

FIFA warns Guatemala on reprieve for match-fixers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

Guatemala have been warned they could be suspended by FIFA after three internationals, including two of the country's most-capped players, had life bans for match-fixing overturned.

Nigeria snatch final London basketball berth

Nigeria snatch final London basketball berth

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Nigeria will make their Olympic basketball debut in London after beating the Dominican Republic 88-73 in the decisive qualifier on Sunday.

Nigeria stun Greece to move closer to London Games

Nigeria stun Greece to move closer to London Games

Rediff.com7 Jul 2012

Double European champions Greece made a shock exit from the Olympic basketball qualifiers on Friday following a narrow 80-79 defeat against Nigeria.