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At 8.2% GDP growth India Inc sees a crouching tiger ready to leap

At 8.2% GDP growth India Inc sees a crouching tiger ready to leap

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

Industrialists affirm their belief that the adverse effects of demonetisation and the goods and services tax are finally over.

'The bus was torn into by a torrent of bullets'

'The bus was torn into by a torrent of bullets'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The team heard a loud crackle. Then the scream came from Dilshan at the front of the bus. 'Get down.' Jayawardene was hit first; his sock filled with blood. Outside, twelve gunmen blocked the exit. A revealing excerpt from Nicholas Brookes's An Island's Eleven: A History of Cricket in Sri Lanka.

Ashwin still leads Test rankings while Rabada, De Kock leap

Ashwin still leads Test rankings while Rabada, De Kock leap

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada and wicketkeeper-batsman Quinton de Kock have achieved career-high positions in the latest ICC Test Player Rankings after firing South Africa to an emphatic 177-run victory over Australia in the opening Test of the three-match series in Perth on Monday.

GE Healthcare takes big leap in Make in India journey

GE Healthcare takes big leap in Make in India journey

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

GE Healthcare has already filed five global patents for its design.

For Intel, Hollywood dreams prove a leap too far

For Intel, Hollywood dreams prove a leap too far

Rediff.com21 Nov 2013

The drastic change in plans for the retail spaces follows the company's abrupt abandonment of a grand plan to become an entertainment hub in living rooms around the world - a retreat that has been rumored but not yet acknowledged by the company.

Johl leaps to 10th place

Johl leaps to 10th place

Rediff.com5 May 2003

The Indian ace swelled his earnings on the the Asian PGA Tour Order of Merit to US$62,931.

England on top in Multan despite Abrar brilliance

England on top in Multan despite Abrar brilliance

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

England cemented their position by finishing day two on 202-5 riding fifties by Ben Duckett and Harry Brook.

Mohit Raina gets married

Mohit Raina gets married

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

Mumbai Diaries 26/11 actor Mohit Raina took fans by surprise when he tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Aditi Sharma.

Rs 20 a day to Rs 30 cr a year: Chinu Kala's inspiring journey

Rs 20 a day to Rs 30 cr a year: Chinu Kala's inspiring journey

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'Life has been my greatest teacher.'

Rishi Sunak makes it clear: 'Golden era' with China is over

Rishi Sunak makes it clear: 'Golden era' with China is over

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has made a clear break with the past on UK-China relations as he declared that the "so-called golden era" of bilateral ties is over in the face of the "systemic challenge" posed by the Chinese regime to British values and interests.

8 mn Internet users likely by year-end

8 mn Internet users likely by year-end

Rediff.com31 Oct 2005

With public sector telecom giants MTNL and BSNL planning to cut their broadband tariffs to nearly half, a move expected to be followed by a host of private operators offering similar services, the number of net surfers will leap-frog to 8 million.

FIFA World Cup PIX: 'Trickster' Ramos powers Portugal into quarters

FIFA World Cup PIX: 'Trickster' Ramos powers Portugal into quarters

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match played between Portugal and Switzerland on Tuesday.

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee skips ED summons in Delhi, may get fresh notice

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee skips ED summons in Delhi, may get fresh notice

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Banerjee, the 34-year-old nephew of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, is stated to have sent an email to the investigating officer of the case citing some personal reasons for his non-appearance.

PHOTOS: Taylor wins triple jump gold with second-longest ever leap

PHOTOS: Taylor wins triple jump gold with second-longest ever leap

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

A summary of Thursday's events at the World Athletics Championships.

CWG Squash: India aim to break singles jinx in Birmingham

CWG Squash: India aim to break singles jinx in Birmingham

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Aiming for that elusive singles Commonwealth Games medal Saurav Ghosal and Joshna Chinappa will make one last-ditch effort to break the jinx in Birmingham.

Praveen wins triple jump gold; qualifies for Worlds

Praveen wins triple jump gold; qualifies for Worlds

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Tamil Nadu's Praveen Chitravel produced the third longest-ever jump by an Indian with a stunning effort of 17.18m to clinch gold in the triple jump and qualify for the World Championships

PHOTOS: Khawaja's ton gives Australia upper hand on Day 1

PHOTOS: Khawaja's ton gives Australia upper hand on Day 1

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Usman Khawaja hit an unbeaten century to give Australia the upper hand on Day 1 of the fourth and final Test against India in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

IMD issues heatwave alert over northwest, central India from May 7

IMD issues heatwave alert over northwest, central India from May 7

Rediff.com5 May 2022

A fresh spell of heatwave is likely to begin over northwest India from May 7 and over central India from May 8, the India meteorological department said on Thursday.

Govt plans short-term foreign trade policy, may release before Sep

Govt plans short-term foreign trade policy, may release before Sep

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The government may roll out a new foreign trade policy (FTP) of a shorter term of two-three years in a bid to keep pace with the fast-evolving scenarios in international trade which have been triggered by recent disruptions, such as the pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war. An FTP is an elaborate policy guideline and strategy to promote the export of goods and services, with a duration of five years usually. The existing policy came into force on April 1, 2015, and was valid for five years, before multiple extensions.

The Pathaan Review: A Naatu Naatu Experience

The Pathaan Review: A Naatu Naatu Experience

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The underlying message is clear: Please do not question Shah Rukh Khan's loyalty to India. He is Indian, loves his motherland. And he will continue to entertain India for as long as he can, applauds Aseem Chhabra.

10 Biggest Hindi Hits of 2022

10 Biggest Hindi Hits of 2022

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

The highest grossing Hindi films of 2022.

Serena in the broadcast booth? The ball is in her court...

Serena in the broadcast booth? The ball is in her court...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Serena Williams could easily walk off the court and into the broadcast booth if she wants to, pocketing a handsome paycheck and boosting ratings for a sport that is losing star power, those in the business say.

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

PIX: Fajdek makes history with 5th World hammer title

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

A summary of the finals on Day 2 at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Youth-injected India log best FIFA rankings in 6 years

Youth-injected India log best FIFA rankings in 6 years

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The Indian football team achieved their best FIFA ranking in over six years when the side leaped 11 places to be 137th in the list released on Thursday.

'Perfect' Duplantis breaks own pole vault world record

'Perfect' Duplantis breaks own pole vault world record

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

Sweden's Armand Duplantis broke his own men's pole vault world record on Monday, soaring 6.19 metres on his third attempt at the Belgrade Indoor Meeting in a performance he could only describe as "perfection".

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'Rahul Vijay wants me to be authentic because, then, there's no burden of pretending to be someone. There's no facade. I'm thankful to him for that.'

FIFA WC: Netherlands, Ecuador draw ends it for Qatar

FIFA WC: Netherlands, Ecuador draw ends it for Qatar

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

"They had a few biters, guys who are hot on your heels. Then you have to act quickly, and (we) could have dealt with that better. We should have done better in possession of the ball," said Dutch captain Virgil van Dijk.

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'I was about 27 at that point in time, and I knew that if I didn't take this leap then, I wouldn't take the leap ever.'

6-year-old braveheart beats crocodile with stick, saves friend

6-year-old braveheart beats crocodile with stick, saves friend

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

The victim sustained multiple wounds on her hand and thigh and is stated to be out of danger.

'We are not going to take leaps'

'We are not going to take leaps'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2004

Heatwave abates from all parts of country: IMD

Heatwave abates from all parts of country: IMD

Rediff.com3 May 2022

No part of northwest, central and east India is likely to record a heatwave over the next five days, the MeT office said.

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Norway's Casper Ruud harnessed his mighty forehand to reach his second Grand Slam final this year by beating Russia's Karen Khachanov 7-6(5), 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 at the US Open, keeping alive his hopes of reaching the top of the world rankings.

Premium watch segment grows by leaps and bounds

Premium watch segment grows by leaps and bounds

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

The Titan and Fastrack brands fared well and also saw their margins expand. Watches accounted for 1 per cent of the Gitanjali Group's total turnover. The watch industry is estimated to be a Rs 2,500 crore market, growing at 5 per cent per annum. The premium-to-luxury market is close to being a Rs 300-500 crore market and will grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 30-35 per cent to be a Rs 1,500-2,000 crore market in the next six to seven years.

Modi pays tribute to Abe Shinzo at state funeral, meets Kishida

Modi pays tribute to Abe Shinzo at state funeral, meets Kishida

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday offered a floral tribute to former Japanese premier Shinzo Abe at his state funeral in Tokyo.

14 images from this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest

14 images from this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

Here are some of the best images of winners and finalists.

Forget campaigns. Forget words: Neville on racism

Forget campaigns. Forget words: Neville on racism

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Gary Neville made the comments in the wake of the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis after a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes.

Australia desperate to be competitive for next year's World Cup

Australia desperate to be competitive for next year's World Cup

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

As Steve Smith and David Warner padded up at suburban Sydney cricket grounds over the weekend, the warm spring sunshine may have seemed fitting weather for the banned Australian cricketers to take a small but important step in their rehabilitation.

AI not a threat but an opportunity to boost quality of legal practice: SC judge

AI not a threat but an opportunity to boost quality of legal practice: SC judge

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

Justice Kohli said the advent of artificial intelligence has caused some concerns amongst the legal fraternity.

Anushka pens emotional note for Virat Kohli

Anushka pens emotional note for Virat Kohli

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Sharma took to Instagram and shared candid pictures of the 33-year-old cricketer