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Touchwood, backside... 10 phrases we love to use

Touchwood, backside... 10 phrases we love to use

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

How often do you use these phrases?

Cricket Buzz: Controversial Pak spinner Ajmal retires, criticises PCB, ICC

Cricket Buzz: Controversial Pak spinner Ajmal retires, criticises PCB, ICC

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

After a successful but controversial career, off-spinner Ajmal finished with 178 wickets in 35 Tests, the last of which was at Galle in Sri Lanka in 2014, where his bowling action was reported for a second time.

Days before US polls, FBI releases Bill Clinton closed case files

Days before US polls, FBI releases Bill Clinton closed case files

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has once again courted controversy as it released heavily redacted files from its 2001 investigation of President Bill Clinton's pardon of fugitive financier Marc Rich, just one week from election day.

Big setback for Trump as Republicans fail to repeal Obamacare

Big setback for Trump as Republicans fail to repeal Obamacare

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

Due to opposition from Trump's own party lawmakers, Speaker Paul Ryan could not muster the majority 215 votes.

'We're all shaken by it,' says Obama on Canada shooting

'We're all shaken by it,' says Obama on Canada shooting

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

United States President Barack Obama has condemned deadly shootings in Canada and offered assistance in the wake of the attacks in Ottawa that left 1 soldier dead.

Obama leads US in sombre tributes to 9/11 victims

Obama leads US in sombre tributes to 9/11 victims

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

United States President Barack Obama led the nation in remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks as well as all American soldiers who laid down their lives in subsequent wars in the 12 years since the tragedy.

Is the US planning to bomb Syria?

Is the US planning to bomb Syria?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

US President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameroon have jointly warned Syria that it would face a "serious response" if it is found that Syrian forces used chemical weapons on civilians.

'BCCI bigwigs should realise treasures are not to be wasted'

'BCCI bigwigs should realise treasures are not to be wasted'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

'They should be conserved, preserved, and valued highly.'

Find out why Pakistan suspended 16 bowlers

Find out why Pakistan suspended 16 bowlers

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

In a major crackdown against chucking, a senior official revealed that Pakistan on Thursday suspended 16 domestic bowlers with suspect actions following the ban of ace off-spinner Saeed Ajmal.

Sepp Blatter's troubles aren't over

Sepp Blatter's troubles aren't over

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Sepp Blatter faces months of troubles before departure.

CIA chief made clandestine visit to Pak, met army chief: Report

CIA chief made clandestine visit to Pak, met army chief: Report

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Central Intelligence Agency chief John Brennan flew to Pakistan last week for a clandestine meeting with army chief Gen Raheel Sharif to discuss a possible military operation against militants in the country's northwest, a media report said on Monday.

Mike Hussey fears spin won't have much say in 2015 World Cup

Mike Hussey fears spin won't have much say in 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

Even as the teams get ready for next year's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, Michael Hussey has predicted that spin will not play much of a part in the mega-tournament, and only "mystery spinners like Saeed Ajmal and Sunil Narine have a chance of succeeding.

CONCACAF lawyers warn of serious risks if reforms fail

CONCACAF lawyers warn of serious risks if reforms fail

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

CONCACAF, the corruption-plagued soccer organisation for North and Central America and the Caribbean, could face dramatic consequences, including being disbanded, if it fails to reform, the organisation's lawyers have told its members.

Amid London attack, Trump tweets 'we need the travel ban'

Amid London attack, Trump tweets 'we need the travel ban'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

The US president's tweet provoked sharp criticism from commentators who saw it as a piece of opportunism at London's expense.

India says US visa Bill against WTO rules

India says US visa Bill against WTO rules

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

All companies that have 50% or more employees from outside the US to pay a higher visa fee of $10,000 for each such staffer, against $4,500 at present.

US will continue to work with India, Pak, Afghanistan: Hagel

US will continue to work with India, Pak, Afghanistan: Hagel

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

A day after North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces transferred security responsibilities to Afghan authorities, the United States has said will continue to work with India, Pakistan and Afghanistan to further strengthen the regional security.

Taapsee Pannu: Why are men always given the credit?

Taapsee Pannu: Why are men always given the credit?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'I work a lot because I am greedy for good scripts. I have worked really hard to reach this level, where I can say yes to a good script and it will happen.'

US immigration bill to reduce deficit by $175 bn in 10 years

US immigration bill to reduce deficit by $175 bn in 10 years

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

It would increase economic growth for years to come.

May allow dreamers to stay, but no citizenship: Trump

May allow dreamers to stay, but no citizenship: Trump

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Trump said he is very close to a deal on DACA.

World Suicide Day: Let them know you are there

World Suicide Day: Let them know you are there

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

Compassion and concern from family and friends can help prevent the suicide of a loved one.

US government shuts down after Senate rejects spending bill

US government shuts down after Senate rejects spending bill

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

Donald Trump blamed the Democrats after the bill, which would have provided short-term funding for the Pentagon and other federal agencies, did not receive the required 60 votes.

Do you REALLY want to do an MBA?

Do you REALLY want to do an MBA?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

A lot of kids who want to be writers, photographers, or even start something of their own end up in a b-school. Which brings us to the essential question: Do you really know why you signed up for the programme?

Leaders brace for G20 showdown over Syria

Leaders brace for G20 showdown over Syria

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Influential world leaders on Thursday braced for a showdown at the G20 summit over an imminent US-led action against Syria, as United States President Barack Obama's plan to launch military strikes cleared the first hurdle with a key Senate committee narrowly approving it.

US condemns murder of Japanese hostage by IS

US condemns murder of Japanese hostage by IS

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

President Barack Obama has condemned the murder of a Japanese hostage by the IS

US, India have invested in bilateral relationship: Kerry

US, India have invested in bilateral relationship: Kerry

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

United States Secretary of State John Kerry on Monday said both India and United States have invested in the relationship and will continue to deepen it by creating a healthier, more secure and prosperous future to be able to impact policies that affect the world.

US re-stocks Israeli war machinery

US re-stocks Israeli war machinery

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Shortly after it condemned the shelling of a United Nations-operated school in Gaza that killed at least 20 people and injured 90 others, the United States said that it has restocked Israel's supplies of grenades and mortar rounds.

Powerful men accused of sexual harassment

Powerful men accused of sexual harassment

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Cases that have come to light since the Weinstein scandal broke on October 5.

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

List of men's singles champions at Wimbledon:

Modi-Obama 'special gesture date': What it's all about

Modi-Obama 'special gesture date': What it's all about

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Narendra Modi and Barack Obama will ponder over ties twice over, says Nayanima Basu

Honda BR-V vs Hyundai Creta: How the two stack up?

Honda BR-V vs Hyundai Creta: How the two stack up?

Rediff.com26 May 2016

The top end BR-V has been priced at Rs 12.90 lakh as opposed to Rs 14.43 lakh for Creta's top variant

This Doon student is doing his bit to keep the country clean

This Doon student is doing his bit to keep the country clean

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Meet 17-year-old Aviral Garg!

Feeling much better, didn't think it was big deal: Hillary

Feeling much better, didn't think it was big deal: Hillary

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

'I just did not think it was going to be that big a deal. It is just the kind of thing that if it happens to you and you are a busy, active person, you keep moving forward,' Clinton said.

Poser for US govt: Why are Sikhs excluded from army?

Poser for US govt: Why are Sikhs excluded from army?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

A United States commission has asked the Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel to explain exclusion of Sikhs, known for their valour and pride, from the American armed forces.

The many avatars of Mowgli!

The many avatars of Mowgli!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Mowgli, over the years!

Obama reunites with labourer's son he inspired during 2010 visit

Obama reunites with labourer's son he inspired during 2010 visit

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

The US president met the teen when he visited Humayun's Tomb in 2010.

Dangerous to be a journalist in today's world

Dangerous to be a journalist in today's world

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

Journalists all over the world have been disappearing and some have never been heard again, says Narain D Batra.

Indian immigrants in US fear deportation post DACA repeal

Indian immigrants in US fear deportation post DACA repeal

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

President Trump said that he has great love for young immigrants who came to America as children.

Review: Forever looks like everything you have seen before

Review: Forever looks like everything you have seen before

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Forever is tiring to watch, says Paloma Sharma.

Obama's immigration norms to ease Indian IT firms concerns

Obama's immigration norms to ease Indian IT firms concerns

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

It was expected to be a friendly Bill for the IT outsourcing industry

Did SA govt bribe FIFA's ex-official Warner to get 2010 World Cup hosting rights?

Did SA govt bribe FIFA's ex-official Warner to get 2010 World Cup hosting rights?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

According to reports across media, then president Thabo Mbeki and foreign minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma approved the payment which the authorities again insisted on Friday was for a legitimate development project in the Caribbean.