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Goalkeepers day out in World Cup: Mexico's Ochoa hero, Russia's Akinfeev villain

Goalkeepers day out in World Cup: Mexico's Ochoa hero, Russia's Akinfeev villain

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa produced a heroic performance in a 0-0 draw with Brazil and his Russian counterpart Igor Akinfeev was the villain in a 1-1 draw with South Korea as the World Cup produced more drama on Tuesday.

Another nun accuses Bishop Mulakkal of sexual harassment

Another nun accuses Bishop Mulakkal of sexual harassment

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

The SOS alleged that the police failed to act in the sexual harassment charges levelled against the former Jalandhar diocese Bishop by the nun, who is also a key witness in the 'nun rape case'.

Gauri to Shah Rukh: Do less stunts in the movies!

Gauri to Shah Rukh: Do less stunts in the movies!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

'Shah Rukh is very romantic in real life. And he keeps making these cute little gestures. He's more romantic than I am,' Gauri Khan gets candid about the superstar in her life.

Miami Masters PHOTOS: Serena, Sharapova on collision course; Nadal advances

Miami Masters PHOTOS: Serena, Sharapova on collision course; Nadal advances

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

Six-time Miami champion Serena Williams and five-time runner-up Maria Sharapova remained on another Sony Open collision course after each recorded fourth-round wins on Monday.

Clarke not sweating on Harris's fitness for 3rd Ashes Test

Clarke not sweating on Harris's fitness for 3rd Ashes Test

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

Australia captain Michael Clarke said he was confident paceman Ryan Harris would be fit to face England in the third Ashes Test on Friday but all-rounder James Faulkner has been ruled out of the match with a broken thumb.

Smoking bans, taxes can SAVE 9 million INDIANS

Smoking bans, taxes can SAVE 9 million INDIANS

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

India could prevent over nine million deaths due to cardiovascular disease over the next decade if it implements smoking bans and levy higher tobacco taxes, a new study has found.

New US immigration bill might hit Infosys revenue

New US immigration bill might hit Infosys revenue

Rediff.com16 May 2013

In a filing to SEC, the company said proposed regulations may discourage its customers from seeking services.

'A stain on govt's reputation which will last forever'

'A stain on govt's reputation which will last forever'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

'Stan's death is the culmination of a series of acts of abominable cruelty on the part of the Indian State.'

Michael Jackson statue bids goodbye to Fulham!

Michael Jackson statue bids goodbye to Fulham!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

A controversial statue of the late pop star Michael Jackson will be removed from outside Fulham's Craven Cottage ground after fans complained it made the Premier League club look like a laughing stock.

Economic recovery? 46.5 million Americans live in poverty

Economic recovery? 46.5 million Americans live in poverty

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

The number of US residents living in poverty edged up to 46.5 million last year, the latest sign that an economic recovery marked by a stock market boom has not trickled down to ordinary Americans.

Novartis has 219 patents in India

Novartis has 219 patents in India

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

Data contradict Swiss drug major's claim that India does not respect IPR.

Leaders, activists come together against GM crops

Leaders, activists come together against GM crops

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Political leaders cutting across party lines have joined hands with the civil society to launch a nationwide campaign against GM crops and the Biotechnology Regulatory Authority of India Bill.

No extension to Right to Education deadline: Centre

No extension to Right to Education deadline: Centre

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

With the deadline for meeting RTE obligations ending on Sunday, the government ruled out any extension, maintaining that 90 per cent of the schools have met required norms.

Spot-fixing scandal: Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra slam media

Spot-fixing scandal: Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra slam media

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

PIX: Curiosity's 1st birthday on Mars, celebrations on earth

PIX: Curiosity's 1st birthday on Mars, celebrations on earth

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

NASA's Curiosity rover has completed one year on Mars. The car-sized robotic rover successfully landed on Mars on August 6, 2012, and has achieved its main goal of revealing ancient Mars could have supported life.

'Modi wants to do away with permanent government jobs'

'Modi wants to do away with permanent government jobs'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

The new government order to review the service record of employees who have completed 30 years in the job to identify inefficient or corrupt staff and retire them prematurely has invited the ire of labour unions, who believe that this is a step towards privatisation.

Hunger strike at M&M Nashik plant continues

Hunger strike at M&M Nashik plant continues

Rediff.com5 May 2013

The strike entered the 5th day without any impact on production at the plant.

PHOTOS: Kvitova downs Kerber to take Tokyo Title

PHOTOS: Kvitova downs Kerber to take Tokyo Title

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

Czech Petra Kvitova overcame a second set meltdown to dispatch Angelique Kerber 6-2, 0-6, 6-3 in the final of the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on Saturday to claim her 11th WTA tour title.

Indian startups set to sail, work and live on a floating city

Indian startups set to sail, work and live on a floating city

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

The ship will have workspaces, Internet connection, 24-hour concierge services and gym.

Learn a language, get a cushy job

Learn a language, get a cushy job

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Of the 200 to 250 students who enroll in a graduate language course at Doon University annually, nearly all are assured placement in a range of companies like Amazon (France), AXA Insurance, Oracle and Capgemini.

I just wanted to give my best, my 100 per cent: Sindhu

I just wanted to give my best, my 100 per cent: Sindhu

Rediff.com10 Aug 2013

A look at the draw and she knew it was not going to be easy but rising shuttler P V Sindhu said she never underestimated herself as she beat one giant after another for a historic bronze medal at the World Championships in Guangzhou, China.

Teachers' bandh in Bihar affects normalcy; 1000 arrested

Teachers' bandh in Bihar affects normalcy; 1000 arrested

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

The bandh called by contractual teachers in Bihar on Thursday affected normal life and hit train services, while 1000 protestors were arrested as opposition parties continued to pillory the Nitish Kumar government in both Houses of legislature for the lathi-charge on teachers.

Five things you DIDN'T know about Aamir Khan

Five things you DIDN'T know about Aamir Khan

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Did you know Aamir hates to take a bath? Read on to know more!

Senior Catholic priest stabbed to death in Kerala

Senior Catholic priest stabbed to death in Kerala

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

He was allegedly stabbed by a former sacristan of the parish.

Bollywood wishes birthday boy Abhishek Bachchan

Bollywood wishes birthday boy Abhishek Bachchan

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Rooney wants to leave Man Utd, claims Mike Phe

Rooney wants to leave Man Utd, claims Mike Phe

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

A trusted aide of former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has claimed that Wayne Rooney wants to leave Old Trafford.

Telangana protests intensify: TRS MLA, others detained

Telangana protests intensify: TRS MLA, others detained

Rediff.com27 Jan 2013

Telangana Rashtra Samithi Member of Legislative Assembly K T Rama Rao and other leaders and activists of different pro-Telangana organisations were on Sunday taken in custody when they attempted to participate in the Samara Deeksha protest at Indira Park in Hyderabad.

Rupee tumbles to 1-week low at 54.62

Rupee tumbles to 1-week low at 54.62

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

The rupee on Monday closed down by 10 paise at one-week low of 54.62 on sustained dollar demand from importers and capital outflows.

Top 10: Most popular travel destinations in India

Top 10: Most popular travel destinations in India

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

According to the latest Hotel Price Index report by Hotels.com, Indian metros dominated the top 10 favourite Indian destinationslist amongst international travellers.

Confident India leave for Asian Champions Trophy

Confident India leave for Asian Champions Trophy

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Determined to defend the title, a confident Indian hockey team under Sardar Singh left for Doha to participate in the second edition of the Asian Champions Trophy to be held from December 20-27.

Norway case: It's a private matter, says Khurshid

Norway case: It's a private matter, says Khurshid

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

Adopting a wait and watch approach, India on Saturday said its Norway mission will do whatever is "appropriate" in the alleged child abuse case involving an Indian couple there but made it clear that the incident relates to a private citizen and the local law.

Both sides of Atlantic braced as Fergie rumours snowball

Both sides of Atlantic braced as Fergie rumours snowball

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Tuesday's opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange will not only kick off a day of trade on Wall Street, it may also herald the end of an era at Manchester United, who are rumoured to be on the brink of announcing manager Alex Ferguson's retirement.

Why India's top law officer is under attack

Why India's top law officer is under attack

Rediff.com7 May 2013

'On April 30, the Supreme Court spoke on the need to further insulate the CBI from political interference. Come May 8, perhaps their Lordships could also extend protection to the law officers too -- simultaneously sending out the message that the Attorney General is much more than a professional doing his duty to the ministry of the day, that he owes a higher duty as an officer of the court,' says T V R Shenoy.

Rupee down 18 paise at 54.14

Rupee down 18 paise at 54.14

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

The rupee commenced stable at its last closing level of 53.96 at the Interbank Foreign Exchange market.

HANG HIM, says mother-in-law of Delhi child rape accused

HANG HIM, says mother-in-law of Delhi child rape accused

Rediff.com21 Apr 2013

The youth's wife Archana Devi, who is in deep shock over the incident, said if the charge was true, her husband should be given stringent punishment.

MHA conducting 'audit' of phone-tapping equipment

MHA conducting 'audit' of phone-tapping equipment

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

The Union home ministry is conducting an audit of controversial phone-tapping equipment, which was allegedly used during former Army Chief Gen V K Singh's tenure for snooping on senior defence ministry officials at the peak of the row over his age.

LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!

LFW PICS: From hot minis to college-style saris!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2012

A showing that highlighted the diverse talents of designers Aarti Vijay Gupta, Nikhil Thampi, Sidharta Aryan and Yogesh Chaudhary opened Day Two of Lakme.

1 ULFA cadre killed, 3 arrested in Assam

1 ULFA cadre killed, 3 arrested in Assam

Rediff.com6 Jan 2013

Even as security forces have mounted vigil against the anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Assam in the run up to Republic Day, one ULFA militants was killed and three others were apprehended in two separate incidents in Tinsukia and Nalbari districts of Assam in the last 24 hours.

PIX: Comeback maestro Nadal triumphs at Indian Wells

PIX: Comeback maestro Nadal triumphs at Indian Wells

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Spanish left-hander, who was sidelined for seven months last year with a left knee injury, overcame a gritty challenge from the hard-hitting Argentine to win a record 22nd ATP Masters title, and a third at Indian Wells.

Here are the complete results from all 32 bypolls

Here are the complete results from all 32 bypolls

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Polling for three parliamentary seats and 29 assembly constituencies were held on October 30, an exercise being seen as a barometer of the political mood in the country ahead of assembly elections in politically critical Uttar Pradesh as well as other states.