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Sushant Singh Rajput's unfulfilled dreams

Sushant Singh Rajput's unfulfilled dreams

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Sushant once shared his dreams with the world. While he managed to fulfill some, he had wanted to do so much more.

Europe and the problem of Islamic radicals

Europe and the problem of Islamic radicals

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Europeans believe that what is under attack is their way of life, their secular faith, the long-fought right to keep religion out of the public sphere, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The new missile could deliver 2,000 to 3,500 kilograms of payload to any point in the continental US, notes Rajaram Panda.

Champions League PHOTOS: Schalke, Vienna, Steaua qualify amid drama

Champions League PHOTOS: Schalke, Vienna, Steaua qualify amid drama

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Schalke 04 scored twice after being reduced to 10 men to win 3-2 at PAOK and reach the Champions League group stage on Tuesday and there were dramatic playoff victories for Austria Vienna and Steaua Bucharest.

Pak officials caught for espionage were not tortured: Sources

Pak officials caught for espionage were not tortured: Sources

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

India on Sunday declared the two officials of the Pakistan High Commission as 'persona non grata' on charges of espionage and ordered them to leave the country within 24 hours. In its reaction, Pakistan rejected the allegations against the two officials and called the Indian action a 'clear violation' of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations as well as the norms of diplomatic conduct.

Austria gives OK to crowd-free F1 races on July 8, 12

Austria gives OK to crowd-free F1 races on July 8, 12

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Austria's health ministry on Saturday gave the green light to two Formula One motor races on July 8 and 12 - the delayed season-openers - to be held without spectators in line with plans aimed at halting the spread of COVID-19. Austria is among countries moving ahead with easing restrictions as new coronavirus infections wane.

How will Biden deal with Iran?

How will Biden deal with Iran?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

The reversal of Trump's policy with regard to Iran, like the withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, may not be a matter of just turning the clock back, but one of patient negotiations, with uncertain consequences in the post-COVID-19 world, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Singles only and don't shake on it: Austrians return to the tennis court

Singles only and don't shake on it: Austrians return to the tennis court

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Austria's loosened lockdown means tennis players can return to the court as long as they stick to coronavirus-related rules - singles only, no touching each other's tennis balls, and definitely no shaking hands at the net.

Beaten, handcuffed: 2 Indian staffers tortured in Pak

Beaten, handcuffed: 2 Indian staffers tortured in Pak

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

During the interrogation, they were repeatedly threatened that this is how the other members of the High Commission would be treated as well in future.

SEE: Ishaan Khatter dance, Shruti Hassan doodle

SEE: Ishaan Khatter dance, Shruti Hassan doodle

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Bollywood performers keep busy during the lockdown.

Most dramatic images courtesy Sony Alpha Photo Awards

Most dramatic images courtesy Sony Alpha Photo Awards

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Cue the drum roll... A 'breathtaking, vast and intimidating' image of ocean waves crashing has won the top prize in a prestigious photography competition celebrating Australian and New Zealand snappers. The Alpha Awards was designed to showcase the work of Australian and New Zealand photographers on Sony Alpha lenses. Take a look at the stunning shots.

US shuts Chinese Consulate in Houston; Beijing vows retaliation

US shuts Chinese Consulate in Houston; Beijing vows retaliation

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

China and the United States were headed for a major diplomatic confrontation as Washington on Wednesday ordered the closure of the Chinese consulate in Houston, a move it said was aimed 'to protect American intellectual property and private information', hinting at cyber espionage.

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

The US is not going to be able to mount a concerted 'Western strategy' against China or Russia in the present international milieu, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Bopanna-Cuevas shocks top seeds in Vienna, Yuki out in Vietnam

Bopanna-Cuevas shocks top seeds in Vienna, Yuki out in Vietnam

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Rohan Bopanna and Pablo Cuevas shocked top seeds Marcelo Melo and Lukas Kubot to storm into the semi-finals of the Erste Bank Open

India expels 2 Pak embassy officials for espionage

India expels 2 Pak embassy officials for espionage

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Pakistan summoned a senior Indian diplomat to register a strong protest over India's decision.

Pak says Jadhav refused to file appeal, India rejects claim

Pak says Jadhav refused to file appeal, India rejects claim

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Jadhav, the 50-year-old retired Indian Navy officer, was sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court on charges of 'espionage and terrorism' in April 2017. Weeks later, India approached the ICJ against Pakistan for denial of consular access to Jadhav and challenging the death sentence.

India downgrades diplomatic ties with Pak; reduces embassy staff

India downgrades diplomatic ties with Pak; reduces embassy staff

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

The Ministry of External Affairs said the Charge d' Affaires of Pakistan High Commission was summoned and informed about the decision which was based on instances of involvement of Pakistani officials in 'acts of espionage' and 'dealings with terrorist organisations'. The activities of the two Pakistani mission officials caught red-handed and expelled on 31 May 2020 was one example in that regard, MEA said in a statement.

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Rediff.com18 May 2012

After three years of negotiations with city officials over hygiene issues, Austria opened its first cat cafe.

Farewell, Astad

Farewell, Astad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

'Gone too soon, Astad, but I know whenever we meet in that world beyond, I will watch you dance.' Swarupa Dutt remembers a remarkable human being and a magnificent performer who left the world poorer when he passed into the ages on Thursday.

Sara Ali Khan is in the mood for Love Aaj Kal

Sara Ali Khan is in the mood for Love Aaj Kal

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

Wherever Bollywood celebs go, the cameras follow.

Just where is Bollywood bringing in the New Year?

Just where is Bollywood bringing in the New Year?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The stars have taken off to bring in the New Year, and their travels are exactly what dreams are made of! Here's looking at some star destinations.

Who will grab Laureus honour? Verdict on Monday

Who will grab Laureus honour? Verdict on Monday

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

The ceremony will now be hosted by Hugh Grant, the Golden Globe-winning actor, though the organisers had earlier announced that the host will be Sharon Stone.

Nike launches new legal shoe to outrun 'tech doping' furore

Nike launches new legal shoe to outrun 'tech doping' furore

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Nike launched a new running shoe that complies with limits set by World Athletics after the governing body imposed a landmark ban on a version of the sportswear giant's Vaporfly shoes that was used to run the first sub-two hour marathon. The first-ever shoe ban by World Athletics (WA) last week addressed concerns that technology advances are giving athletes an unfair and unnatural advantage, described by some critics as "technological doping".

PIX: Genelia takes her sons to a birthday bash!

PIX: Genelia takes her sons to a birthday bash!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Bollywood's little stars have quite a busy social calendar.

Pak considering legal options for Jadhav case review

Pak considering legal options for Jadhav case review

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Ghafoor said the reports of the amendment in the Pak Army Act to implement ICJ verdict regarding Jadhav are 'incorrect'.

Winter Fashion with Kangana, Ranveer

Winter Fashion with Kangana, Ranveer

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

While most of us would rather stay indoors reading a book or sip hot cocoa, Bollywood's adventurous inhabitants take off to the wintriest of destinations bundled up in their glamorous woollens beating frost with fashion. Sukanya Verma makes note of their coolest winter looks.

Bollywood Celebrates their Daughters!

Bollywood Celebrates their Daughters!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

Film folk are celebrating their daughters on social media, and the pictures are adorable!

Paris Masters: Nadal marches on; Thiem ousted

Paris Masters: Nadal marches on; Thiem ousted

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

Nadal converted two of three break chances to claim his 19th win in 22 encounters against the Swiss.

Andy Murray claims Vienna title to stay on course for No.1 ranking

Andy Murray claims Vienna title to stay on course for No.1 ranking

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Andy Murray's charge towards the world number one ranking continued as he beat Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 6-3 7-6(6) to claim the Vienna Open title on Sunday. The Briton, seeking to end Serbian Novak Djokovic's stranglehold on the number one spot by the end of the year, was cruising towards his third consecutive title before Tsonga turned the match into a real fight.

All about Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic

All about Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

Novak Djokovic endured a fierce challenge to his Melbourne Park reign before overhauling Dominic Thiem 6-4, 4-6, 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday to clinch an eighth Australian Open crown and reclaim the world number one ranking. While Rafa Nadal rules Roland Garros with 12 titles, Djokovic holds sway in the title match at Rod Laver Arena having never lost a final in Melbourne Park.

Meet the Australian Open men's finalists

Meet the Australian Open men's finalists

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

Novak Djokovic is chasing a record-extending eighth Australian Open title, while Dominic Thiem will bid to become the first man born in the 1990s to win a major title.

Tennis round-up: Wawrinka advances to Antwerp quarters

Tennis round-up: Wawrinka advances to Antwerp quarters

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Drained Medvedev pulls out of home tournament in Moscow

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Rediff.com encapsulates all the sporting action from the past week in this eye-catching photo feature.

Coronavirus-hit Chinese city suspends public transport

Coronavirus-hit Chinese city suspends public transport

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

The confirmed cases climbed to 571 mostly from the city of Wuhan with 17 deaths so far. The Wuhan government required all people in public places such as hotels, restaurants, cinemas, parks, shopping centres and public transports to wear masks to prevent the spread of the virus, according to an announcement on Wednesday night. The rule took effect immediately.

Just where are Parineeti, Taapsee, Karisma?

Just where are Parineeti, Taapsee, Karisma?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Actors lead a busy life, and their work sometimes take them to interesting places in India and abroad.

Pak says Jadhav won't get 2nd consular access

Pak says Jadhav won't get 2nd consular access

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

Pakistan had first offered the consular access to Jadhav on August 2 but India had insisted that the consular access should be 'effective and unhindered'.

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly at Vienna airport

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly at Vienna airport

Rediff.com19 Jun 2009

Reader Shahid Kazi sent us this photograph from Vienna.

Is it the athlete or the shoe?

Is it the athlete or the shoe?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

Record-busting shoes loom large in marathon debate

Senior Indian diplomat meets Jadhav in Pakistan

Senior Indian diplomat meets Jadhav in Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

Jadhav, a retired Indian Navy officer, was sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court on charges of espionage and terrorism in April 2017. Weeks later, India approached the ICJ against Pakistan for denial of consular access to Jadhav and to challenge the death sentence.

Pak says it will grant consular access to Jadhav today

Pak says it will grant consular access to Jadhav today

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

The retired Indian Navy officer is on death row in Pakistan which has accused him of spying.