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'Free ball' for bowlers: Check out Ashwin's suggestion

'Free ball' for bowlers: Check out Ashwin's suggestion

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Ravichandran Ashwin came up with an unique suggestion to stop batsmen from leaving their crease early, by awarding a 'free ball' for bowlers similar to the 'free hit' delivery which is given to batsmen when the bowlers overstep.

Judge recuses from hearing Mamata's poll plea, imposes Rs 5 lakh fine

Judge recuses from hearing Mamata's poll plea, imposes Rs 5 lakh fine

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Observing that a deliberate and conscious attempt was made to influence his decision before the recusal application was placed before him, Justice Chanda imposed the cost for the manner in which the recusal was sought and directed that the amount be deposited to the Bar Council of West Bengal within two weeks.

Has Jagan Reddy really shelved Andhra's 3 capitals plan?

Has Jagan Reddy really shelved Andhra's 3 capitals plan?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Power and money are at the heart of the sordid story -- and it isn't over yet.

Can a citizen's petition under Article 32 be discouraged?

Can a citizen's petition under Article 32 be discouraged?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

'The right conferred by Article 32 has been considered as a part of the 'basic structure of the Constitution', and thus cannot be taken away by anybody, not even by amending the Constitution.'

Has Amazon actually broken India's e-commerce laws?

Has Amazon actually broken India's e-commerce laws?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Last November, a lawyer for Future Retail Limited (FRL) told Delhi high court that Amazon is interfering with its lawful business and thousands may lose their jobs and FRL may go bankrupt. Senior advocate Harish Salve, who appeared for FRL, likened Amazon to East India Company. Senior advocate Gopal Subramanium, who represented Amazon, told the Future counsel to keep the "East India Company" rhetoric aside, as Amazon has invested $6.5 billion all over India and created 900,000 jobs. This drama played out in the case in which Amazon has challenged Future's $3.4-billion deal with Reliance, alleging the retailer's deal breached an agreement with the American e-commerce firm.

Kangana sued for tweet on elderly woman farmer protester

Kangana sued for tweet on elderly woman farmer protester

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Ranaut, who made headlines with her ugly spat with Dosanjh on Twitter, was served a legal notice on Friday by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee which is seeking an unconditional apology from the actor.

Trial of South African athlete Oscar Pistorius

Trial of South African athlete Oscar Pistorius

Rediff.com9 Aug 2014

The murder trial of Olympic and Paralympic track star Oscar Pistorius will wind up on Friday, ending six months of at times gripping courtroom drama that transfixed his native South Africa and millions more around the world.

The Challenges Confronting Shahbaz Sharif

The Challenges Confronting Shahbaz Sharif

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

India will need to watch carefully and understand the new round of instability and uncertainty in Pakistan, while charting the course of its future diplomatic initiatives, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Encounter specialist among team to arrest Arnab

Encounter specialist among team to arrest Arnab

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Footage aired on Republic TV and social media platforms showed Goswami arguing with police official, alleging assault and pleading for medical aid.

'We are given hope by Sharad Pawar'

'We are given hope by Sharad Pawar'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

Sheela Bhatt reveals how the BJP and Amit Shah have halted -- for now -- the Shiv Sena's dream of forming a government in Maharashtra.

BJP-Shiv Sena in fresh war of words after police stop Kirit Somaiya

BJP-Shiv Sena in fresh war of words after police stop Kirit Somaiya

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Somaiya had on Sunday claimed he was barred from entering Kolhapur with the district authorities citing law and order as well as security concerns following his allegations of corruption against Maharashtra Rural Development Minister Hasan Mushrif.

Sony-Zee to hold 52.93:47.07 stake in new merged entity

Sony-Zee to hold 52.93:47.07 stake in new merged entity

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Leading media firms Zee Entertainment and Sony Pictures on Wednesday said they have received in-principle approval for a merger that will combine both companies' linear networks, digital assets, production operations and programme libraries.

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Norway's Birk Ruud claimed the first men's freeski Big Air Olympic gold

MP Guv asks Kamal Nath to seek trust vote on Monday

MP Guv asks Kamal Nath to seek trust vote on Monday

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

The governor also directed that the trust vote be held by division of votes and the process be recorded on video by the Vidhan Sabha through independent persons.

DDLJ set for Broadway Debut

DDLJ set for Broadway Debut

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

After 26 years, Aditya Chopra is set to direct DDLJ again and it will mark his debut as a director on Broadway.

Owaisi arrested, security beefed up in Hyderabad

Owaisi arrested, security beefed up in Hyderabad

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

After much drama the Andhra Pradesh police have finally arrested Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Member of Legislative Assembly Akbaruddin Owaisi for his alleged hate speech. Owaisi underwent a medical test at the government hospital before his arrest.

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Rahul knew this was coming. That 'dirt' would be dug up.

India asks Pak to implement ICJ verdict immediately

India asks Pak to implement ICJ verdict immediately

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Rubbishing Pakistan's claim of a victory in the case, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said Islamabad has its 'own compulsions to lie' to its people.

Indian-origin law student courts trouble at Rajat Gupta trial

Indian-origin law student courts trouble at Rajat Gupta trial

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

The brief courtroom drama began on Monday when the jury was listening to the testimony of star government witness Goldman Sachs chief executive officer Lloyd Blankfein.

Cong slams opposition's 'campaign of calumny' against HM

Cong slams opposition's 'campaign of calumny' against HM

Rediff.com4 Feb 2012

With the case against P Chidambaram on the 2G issue dismissed by a Delhi trial court, Congress on Saturday went on offensive against the opposition asking them to apologise to the home minister and the nation for its "campaign of calumny".

Stage set for Round 2 of climate talks

Stage set for Round 2 of climate talks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

The event will take place between November 26 and December 7.

Messi to stay at Barcelona, slams club prez

Messi to stay at Barcelona, slams club prez

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

'I would never go to court against Barca because it is the club that I love, which gave me everything since I arrived. It is the club of my life, I have made my life here.'

'The surprise is Kumaraswamy survived so long'

'The surprise is Kumaraswamy survived so long'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

'The leaders of the two parties, the rank and file, and even their respective vote banks are passionately opposed to each other.' 'At the top, between the leaders, it is personal, bitter and hostile.' 'This was not going to work. Everyone knew it.'

After shutdown, TN govt cancels land allotted to Sterlite in Tuticorin

After shutdown, TN govt cancels land allotted to Sterlite in Tuticorin

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The land price collected for the said land allotment will be refunded.

Vidhubala: Acting is a closed chapter for me now

Vidhubala: Acting is a closed chapter for me now

Rediff.com21 Oct 2010

The Malayalam star is making her comeback -- on TV.

Are you ready for these movies?

Are you ready for these movies?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Joginder Tuteja lists the biggest projects announced during the lockdown.

HDFC Bank's S Jagdishan: 'Not a P&L person'

HDFC Bank's S Jagdishan: 'Not a P&L person'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'He's at best a holding-CEO. Not one who will re-imagine the bank,' a senior banker and former colleague tells Raghu Mohan about HDFC Bank CEO & MD Sashidhar Jagdishan.

Desperate Housewives star sues creator

Desperate Housewives star sues creator

Rediff.com6 Apr 2010

Nicollette Sheridan has filed a 21-million-dollar lawsuit against the popular show's creator over allegations of assault.

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma lists significant memories in our 1996 recap.

10 Films You Must Watch

10 Films You Must Watch

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Films that amazed Aseem Chhabra at the El Gouna Film Festival in Egypt.

Bollywood's tenant troubles!

Bollywood's tenant troubles!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Quite a few Hindi movies have explored different shades of the landlord-tenant relationship in passing or purposefully.

The most expensive celebrity divorces

The most expensive celebrity divorces

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

When the honeymoon's over and a marriage begins to crumble, the ensuing divorce can sometimes leave you with only crumbs in your wallet! We take a look at the most expensive legal separations in recent years.

BoR, ICICI merger deal gets shareholders' nod

BoR, ICICI merger deal gets shareholders' nod

Rediff.com21 Jun 2010

The meeting to approve the merger of Udaipur-based BoR with the country's largest private sector lender ICICI Bank got off to a chaotic start.

Get ready for Jolly LLB 3!

Get ready for Jolly LLB 3!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

'Saurabh Shukla and Annu Kapoor are the biggest pillars of Jolly LLB 2. I used to joke that Subhash (Kapoor, director) has got six actors from the National School of Drama and four actors from the Film and Television Institute of India and I am the only one from Khalsa College.' Akshay Kumar holds on to his humour, as he celebrates the success of his new film.

Bend It Like Beckham star becomes a Good Wife

Bend It Like Beckham star becomes a Good Wife

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

Archie Panjabi plays the role of Kalinda, a bisexual Indian investigator who works alongside the show's attorney protagonist, played by Julianna Luisa Marguiles.

Class of '92: 25 years of SRK, Kajol, Suniel Shetty...

Class of '92: 25 years of SRK, Kajol, Suniel Shetty...

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Sukanya Verma looks at the debutants of that year and how they've fared since.

Narada case: Political storm in WB after CBI arrests 3 TMC leaders

Narada case: Political storm in WB after CBI arrests 3 TMC leaders

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Bengal ministers Firhad Hakim and Subrata Mukherjee were taken to the Central Bureau of Investigation office on Monday in connection with the Narada sting operation, officials said.

Kasab's lawyer not paid till date

Kasab's lawyer not paid till date

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

As the drama unfolds in the ongoing Mumbai terror attacks trial, it is intriguing to note that Abbas Kazmi, the lawyer for prime accused Ajmal Amir Kasab, has not been paid a rupee yet. Sources say his payment is being processed, but Kazmi has not received the money in the last two months due to bureaucratic delays.

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 15: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Speed skating - Swings wins mass start, brings first Belgian Winter gold in 74 years.

BJP MLA suspensions: 'Nothing but vindictive politics'

BJP MLA suspensions: 'Nothing but vindictive politics'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

'If they think they can silence us by suspending us, then they don't know what BJP MLAs are made of.'