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IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

IPL 2026: From Spectacle to Predictability: Is the IPL Losing Its Edge?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.

Shapoorji Pallonji calls for public listing of Tata Sons

Shapoorji Pallonji calls for public listing of Tata Sons

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

SP Group chairman Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry on Friday reiterated calls for public listing of Tata Sons to bring transparency, amid infighting among trustees of Tata Trusts which controls a 66 per cent stake in the holding company of the salt-to-software conglomerate. Shapoorji Pallonji family is the single largest minority shareholder with about 18.37 per cent in Tata Sons.

What will happen if Pakistan pulls out of Asia Cup?

What will happen if Pakistan pulls out of Asia Cup?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Pakistan's reported threat to pull out from the ongoing Asia Cup after demanding ICC match referee Andy Pycroft's removal won't be particularly easy

SEE: Gavaskar honoured by BCCI

SEE: Gavaskar honoured by BCCI

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'Really appreciate the opportunities that I've got, to be what I am thanks to Indian cricket.'

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Shah, the son of India's Home Minister Amit Shah, will have his task cut out as the ICC looks to find an acceptable solution to implement the 'Hybrid Model' for the Champions Trophy originally scheduled in Pakistan.

Jay Shah emerges as strong contender for ICC top job

Jay Shah emerges as strong contender for ICC top job

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Greg Barclay not to opt for third term, all eyes on BCCI secretary Jay Shah

Robot in board room? WEF survey says possible by 2025!

Robot in board room? WEF survey says possible by 2025!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Robots and artificial intelligence machines may find their way to the corporate board rooms in the next ten years

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Inside RCB's failed plan to tackle Mayank Yadav's pace

Inside RCB's failed plan to tackle Mayank Yadav's pace

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Our plan was simple... use his (Mayank) space against him'

Now Get Customised Insurance

Now Get Customised Insurance

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

From April 1, when we buy insurance for a car or take out a health cover, insurance companies can offer a product totally customised for us.

From lofty board room to lowly cell: Rajat Gupta begins prison term

From lofty board room to lowly cell: Rajat Gupta begins prison term

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Gupta was convicted in 2012 following a jury trial of passing confidential information about Goldman Sachs to Raj Rajaratnam minutes after he learned about them at the board meetings.

Zee cancels board meeting due to lack of quorum

Zee cancels board meeting due to lack of quorum

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Media major Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) has cancelled its board meeting, scheduled to be held on Wednesday for considering the results for the July-September quarter, due to lack of quorum. In a regulatory filing on Tuesday, ZEEL said, "A meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company, which was scheduled to be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, inter alia, to consider and approve the unaudited financial results of the Company both on a standalone and consolidated basis for the 2nd quarter and half year ended September 30, 2021, has been cancelled due to lack of quorum." The development comes at a time when the company is battling it out the single-largest shareholders Invesco Developing Markets Fund (formerly Invesco Oppenheimer Developing Markets Fund) and OFI Global China Fund LLC that together hold 17.88 per cent and have been pressing for an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders for removing managing director Punit Goenka, besides opposing ZEEL's proposed merger deal with Pictures Network India (SPNI).

9 Tips To Stay FIT Even On A Busy Day

9 Tips To Stay FIT Even On A Busy Day

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

When you shift your thinking from being work-focused to being health conscious, your decisions and plans will automatically fall in place, points out Shivjeet Ghatge, CEO, StepSetGo, a fitness start-up.

Will India back NZ's Barclay for ICC chairman's post?

Will India back NZ's Barclay for ICC chairman's post?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is likely to back the candidature of New Zealand's Greg Barclay over Singapore's Imran Khwaja in the elections for ICC chairman, a post vacated by India's Shashank Manohar after two terms in July this year.

Amid coronavirus, Manohar may continue as ICC chief for 2 extra months

Amid coronavirus, Manohar may continue as ICC chief for 2 extra months

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

ECB chairman Colin Graves, who is supposed to step down from his country's board in November 2020, has emerged as the favourite for the ICC top job. It is learnt that Shashank Manohar has decided against seeking an extension for a third two-year-term.

Taking over at a time when BCCI image has got hampered: Ganguly

Taking over at a time when BCCI image has got hampered: Ganguly

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The new BCCI president-elect Sourav Ganguly said 'it's a great opportunity for him to do something good' as he is taking over the reigns of the Board at a time when it's image has got a serious beating.

Who will be new ICC Chairman?

Who will be new ICC Chairman?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Nomination of candidates by Oct 18, still no unanimity on voting process.

Azhar slams Rising Pune Supergiants for sacking Dhoni

Azhar slams Rising Pune Supergiants for sacking Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

Former India skipper Mohammad Azharuddin on Monday slammed the Rising Pune Supergiants management for the manner in which Mahendra Singh Dhoni was removed from captaincy.

How to be the BEST BOSS

How to be the BEST BOSS

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

Some takeaways from Jacqueline Carlyle we all can follow in real life.

India Inc's gain could be investors' pain

India Inc's gain could be investors' pain

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

Firms in rush to raise capital but those putting in money at new valuations might be left holding the can.

Gupta approaches apex court in last-ditch effort to avoid jail

Gupta approaches apex court in last-ditch effort to avoid jail

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

In a lengthy-118 page submission to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Gupta requested to remain free on bail, saying he is not a flight risk and if an appeals court rules in his favour, he will 'likely' be entitled to a new trial.

Will it be India vs Pakistan for ICC chairman's post?

Will it be India vs Pakistan for ICC chairman's post?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

The International Cricket Council will be hoping to end the impasse surrounding the future of this year's T20 World Cup in Australia and sort the nomination process for its next chairman when the board members meet virtually on Wednesday.

5 tips to create a killer first impression

5 tips to create a killer first impression

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

How do you create the right impression even before you take a seat in a room? Check these tips out!

Ganguly, ready to once again lead India from the front

Ganguly, ready to once again lead India from the front

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

However, to successfully complete his transition from a big player to a top administrator, Ganguly will need to combat a variety of challenges facing Indian cricket at the moment.

Arnab Goswami quits Times Now

Arnab Goswami quits Times Now

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

Reliable sources told Rediff.com that Arnab Goswami plans to launch a television channel in the next few weeks.

It might be working Saturdays for Indian stock exchanges

It might be working Saturdays for Indian stock exchanges

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

Stock exchanges are said to be toying with the idea of opening a regular trading window on Saturdays. The window may be for a shorter duration, in line with the Saturday banking hours.

4 Men's Shoe Styles That Are Actually An Investment

4 Men's Shoe Styles That Are Actually An Investment

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

4 Men's Shoe Styles That Are Actually An Investment

Vodka for Russians, Feni for Indians?

Vodka for Russians, Feni for Indians?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

The group is planning to make a foray in this hitherto unorganised sector by establishing a greenfield still (distilleries dedicated to cashew and coconut Feni) in Goa and to promote the product all across the country.

It's brand-building time for PSBs

It's brand-building time for PSBs

Rediff.com25 Jan 2005

The man Ambanis revere most

The man Ambanis revere most

Rediff.com29 Nov 2004

Gambhir: A courageous cricketer who punched above his weight

Gambhir: A courageous cricketer who punched above his weight

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

His approach to the game was a complete dichotomy to his background, a rich kid, who had a fleet of chauffeur-driven cars waiting for him to be taken to practice.

'Rape is theft. I was stolen'

'Rape is theft. I was stolen'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

When Rose McGowan, who triggered Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's downfall, came to India...

Rajat Gupta loses another bid to overturn insider trading conviction

Rajat Gupta loses another bid to overturn insider trading conviction

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Gupta's two-year prison term is set to end in March 2016.

Where have all the Indian bankers gone?

Where have all the Indian bankers gone?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

There is a dearth of talent in the Indian banking industry. A testimony to this is the two new CEOs in the private sector -- Sandeep Bakhshi in ICICI Bank Ltd and Amitabh Chaudhry in AXIS Bank Ltd -- have come from the insurance sector, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Good news! Jobs are back, mostly in e-com, realty

Good news! Jobs are back, mostly in e-com, realty

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

There has been a significant upsurge in the hiring activities as 52 per cent of companies are recruiting new staff at the moment, while 60 per cent are looking to do so in the near future.

Tata Tiago is easily the best car for first time buyers

Tata Tiago is easily the best car for first time buyers

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

Just like the Zest and Bolt, the Tata Tiago has also got the ride handling balance spot-on. The suspension has a mature set-up and does a fine job on the pothole ridden Mumbai roads

Chinese cos have more women directors than Indian firms: Study

Chinese cos have more women directors than Indian firms: Study

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Consultancy major Deloitte Global said that women hold about 12 per cent of board seats worldwide while only 4 per cent of them are at the helm of boards

How ex Sebi chief Damodaran changed the way firms function

How ex Sebi chief Damodaran changed the way firms function

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

NEDICT has also got in touch with companies, which will be limited to the role of 'donors'.

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Refusing to be drawn into a point by point clarification of Mistry's letter, the company said: "It will be beneath the dignity of Tata Sons to engage in a public spat with regard to the several unfounded allegations appearing in his leaked confidential statement."

Trolls Impact? No Letters to the Editor please

Trolls Impact? No Letters to the Editor please

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

'It may not be coincidental that the rise of these warriors with their bile and diatribes has come at a time when the concept of neutrality in journalism is fading.'