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Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Chappells tell Adanis coal mine could affect cricketing ties

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

90 prominent Australians warn Indian energy giant Adani that its controversial coal mine project in Queensland could damage bilateral ties and even affect sporting links.

'We will do whatever is required to save the lions'

'We will do whatever is required to save the lions'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

'The media hype that the Gir lion species is in danger is totally wrong.'

ICC president Kamal rules out resignation: Report

ICC president Kamal rules out resignation: Report

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

ICC president Mustafa Kamal has ruled out resigning from his post in protest against what he had called "poor umpiring" in his country's defeat to India in the cricket World Cup, terming reports of his possible quiting as "rumour".

63 million Indians don't have access to clean water

63 million Indians don't have access to clean water

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

The report by WaterAid states that 663 million people globally are without clean water and the vast majority of them -- 522 million -- live in rural areas.

WTA bans Russia tennis chief for questioning gender of Williams sisters

WTA bans Russia tennis chief for questioning gender of Williams sisters

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

The president of the Russian Tennis Federation Shamil Tarpischev has been fined $25,000 and banned from the women's tour for a year after referring to Serena and Venus Williams as "the Williams brothers" on a television chat show last week.

'The rupee's correction is good'

'The rupee's correction is good'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

'When the rupee was at 65 a dollar, we wanted to go to Thailand for a holiday.' 'Now at 72, we may find Goa much more attractive.' 'That's how correction happens.' 'If you don't let that correction happen, then it's a pressure cooker that bursts one day.'

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party government, top industry captains pledged mega investments at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

Was India underprepared for a lockdown?

Was India underprepared for a lockdown?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

India is going into the longest lockdown in the world, with the least amount of notice given to its people and the least preparation by its government.

ICC considering crackdown on bat size

ICC considering crackdown on bat size

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering a limit on bat size less than two weeks before the 2015 World Cup beginning February 14 in Australia and New Zealand.

Federer battles past Dimitrov, Azarenka sails into final

Federer battles past Dimitrov, Azarenka sails into final

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Defending champion Federer, battling a flu bug according to the local media, was made to work hard by his Bulgarian opponent before the Swiss master prevailed 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-4 at the Pat Rafter Arena. "It was tough. Grigor's a great shotmaker, the future's ahead of him in the game," Federer said after setting up a semi-final against Austrian youngster Dominic Thiem.

'Ram is not only for the Hindus, Ram is for everyone'

'Ram is not only for the Hindus, Ram is for everyone'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'If the Ram Mandir is made, it is because of the collective strength of our country.'

Buzz: 'Third umpire should be able to spot no-balls'

Buzz: 'Third umpire should be able to spot no-balls'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Gilchrist made the comments after the IPL governing council proposed to have a dedicated "no-ball" umpire to reduce the number of howlers in the lucrative league.

Can the Kiwis deny India seventh straight ODI series win?

Can the Kiwis deny India seventh straight ODI series win?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

India will strive to play with the same grit they displayed in the second match in Pune when they square off against New Zealand in the third and final One-Day International of the series, in Kanpur, on Sunday.

Raina rubbishes Lalit Modi's claim, says never involved in wrongdoing

Raina rubbishes Lalit Modi's claim, says never involved in wrongdoing

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

India all-rounder Suresh Raina rubbished Lalit Modi's claim that he was bribed by an Indian businessman, saying he was never involved in any wrongdoing and is considering legal action against the former IPL Commissioner.

South Africa's Staniforth to coach Indian hockey goalkeepers

South Africa's Staniforth to coach Indian hockey goalkeepers

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Former South Africa player David Staniforth has been appointed goalkeeping coach and strategic analyst of India's senior and junior men's hockey teams.

BSE's global exchange off to slow start

BSE's global exchange off to slow start

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Trading in other derivative products in currency, commodities expected to begin soon.

NaMo's hugs of the year!

NaMo's hugs of the year!

Rediff.com24 May 2016

There are two things that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is really fond of: Selfies and hugs. From bestie 'Barack' to Ashraf G, Modi has embraced them all. Here's the best of NaMo The Hugger!

Adani's Aus plans get a court boost

Adani's Aus plans get a court boost

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Adani group's 16.5 billion dollar controversy-hit coal mine project in Australia has cleared another hurdle with Brisbane supreme court dismissing an appeal filed by indigenous group against the project.

Remains of the day as India exits lockdown

Remains of the day as India exits lockdown

Rediff.com19 May 2020

'This is a critical story that Modi seems to grasp far better -- almost instinctively -- in comparison with most of his predecessors as prime ministers,' notes M K Bhadrakumar.

'Having India and Pakistan matches is something close to my heart'

'Having India and Pakistan matches is something close to my heart'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

The newly elected ICC president, Zaheer Abbas has said that despite being elevated to a ceremonial post he will do his best to revive India and Pakistan bilateral cricket series.

WT20: India vs Pak will be held as planned in Dharamsala, says ICC

WT20: India vs Pak will be held as planned in Dharamsala, says ICC

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Unfazed by the uncertainty that looms over the World Twenty20 clash between India and Pakistan in Dharamsala, the International Cricket Council on Monday said it is confident of the marquee game going ahead as scheduled and has no plans of shifting the venue.

India celebrates Christmas

India celebrates Christmas

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

Midnight tolling of bells, decked up Christmas trees, long row of candles and carols sung in unison marked Christmas celebration across the country, as the faithful thronged churches to offer prayers and exchange gifts.

Price fall adds shine, silver jewellery exports jump 55%

Price fall adds shine, silver jewellery exports jump 55%

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Exports of gold jewellery fell 23.13 per cent to $1153 million.

The most honest, heartfelt speech you'll ever hear

The most honest, heartfelt speech you'll ever hear

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Facebook's COO Sheryl Sandberg spoke about success, surviving loss and failure to the graduating class of 2016 at UC Berkeley.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

Vijender accepts Amir Khan's challenge to fight in India

Vijender accepts Amir Khan's challenge to fight in India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is ready to trade blows with Pakistan-born British professional Amir Khan and accepted his challenge to fight in India, saying it will prove to be a big boost to the sport in the country. Two-time former world champion, Amir, who has been training intensively for his much-anticipated WBC title contest against Mexico's Saul 'Canelo Alvarez want to fight against Vijender soon in India. Commenting on Amir Khan's challenge, Vijender said: "I accept the challenge of Amir Khan and I am sure this fight will be a big boost to boxing in our country. "As we both fight in different weight categories so will have to see whether Amir gains or I have to lose weight. I have started my professional boxing career last year only and have made only 4 appearances in the pro ring.

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Recalling 1983 WC final: When Kapil went against his instincts and it paid off

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

'When a player is so confident, even though I was not too keen, I thought, 'let him bowl another over'. They say, some things just happen for you and this happened with us'

2020's BEST Non-Hindi Films

2020's BEST Non-Hindi Films

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the best non-Hindi language films he watched in 2020, with the hope that they will have a wider reach in the new year.

Cricket Buzz: Smith, Warner return to be pushed back due to injuries

Cricket Buzz: Smith, Warner return to be pushed back due to injuries

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

'They're going to need to get some cricket before coming back into the squad. It's all part of the management. We'll have to wait and see'

ICC says clampdown on bouncers unlikely

ICC says clampdown on bouncers unlikely

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

A clampdown down on bouncers is unlikely despite the death of Australian Phillip Hughes this week, International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive David Richardson said on Sunday.

60 oil & gas blocks to go under the hammer

60 oil & gas blocks to go under the hammer

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

India is the third largest consumer of petroleum products, after the US and China.

Is there a threat to ICC?

Is there a threat to ICC?

Rediff.com16 May 2018

'18 threats' that international cricket faces right now

7 things you must know about Nick Jonas

7 things you must know about Nick Jonas

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

... He is 11 years younger... makes more money than her...

Doping: WADA defends TUE system after leaked data

Doping: WADA defends TUE system after leaked data

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on Wednesday defended the Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) system after some athletes' confidential medical data was leaked by a group of Russian hackers, shedding light on potential abuse.

ICC set to revise Anti-Corruption Code

ICC set to revise Anti-Corruption Code

Rediff.com19 Oct 2013

The ICC has decided that a revised version of a more robust and strengthened ICC Anti-Corruption Code will be submitted for approval at the January 2014 meeting, it was decided on Saturday.

ICC okays four-day Test, SA-Zimbabwe to kickstart trial

ICC okays four-day Test, SA-Zimbabwe to kickstart trial

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The International Cricket Council on Friday approved four-day Tests on a trial basis, effectively giving green light to the Boxing Day Test between hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe from December 26-29.

200 nations reach 'monumental' deal to cut greenhouse gases

200 nations reach 'monumental' deal to cut greenhouse gases

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

According to the amendment adopted by nations, developed countries will reduce HFCs use first, followed by China along with a large number of countries.

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

5 PSUs gave Rs 1.47 bn for Statue of Unity

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

ONGC, Hindustan Petroleum, Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil and Oil India listed the spending as part of their mandatory CSR commitment, but CAG noted that the Sardar Patel statue did not qualify for CSR funding.

Was RBI right to let the rupee slide?

Was RBI right to let the rupee slide?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Can we find fault with RBI for not intervening enough in the market? Actually no, say some experts. A correction in rupee was long overdue.