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Record-breaking triumph! India's Special Olympics team secures 55 medals

Record-breaking triumph! India's Special Olympics team secures 55 medals

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Indian contingent cross 50-medal mark at Special Olympics World Summer Games

'Come out of AC car': Robert Vadra, on cycle, to PM over fuel price

'Come out of AC car': Robert Vadra, on cycle, to PM over fuel price

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Vadra rode a bicycle from his Sujan Singh Park residence to his Sukhdev Vihar office in protest against the rising fuel prices.

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'The scheme excludes tractors, light commercial vehicles, and medium and heavy commercial vehicles.'

SPOTTED! Delhi Deputy CM cycling during odd-even plan

SPOTTED! Delhi Deputy CM cycling during odd-even plan

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Saturday was spotted riding on his bicycle while heading to the AIR office in New Delhi.

'IPL so big, cricket sometimes takes backseat'

'IPL so big, cricket sometimes takes backseat'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Ashwin spoke about his early days in the IPL and how the event exceeded all expectations.

CWG: Cycling star Wiggins settles for silver; Meares takes historic gold

CWG: Cycling star Wiggins settles for silver; Meares takes historic gold

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

Bradley Wiggins had to settle for the silver medal on his return to track cycling as England were beaten by Australia in the Commonwealth Games 4,000 metres team pursuit on Thursday.

US Treasuries drive RBI's bumper surplus to Centre

US Treasuries drive RBI's bumper surplus to Centre

Rediff.com31 May 2024

A combination of factors, including heavy investments in US Treasury bonds and dollar sales at a healthy profit, facilitated the Indian central bank in transferring a record surplus of Rs 2.11 trillion to the government for 2023-24 (FY24). The RBI's dollar purchases increased in FY24, supported by robust capital inflows endorsing the economy's health.

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Follow these handy tips on to run the marathon without hurting your body.

Will India CHANGE In Modi 3.0?

Will India CHANGE In Modi 3.0?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The climate for 'doing business' remains forbidding, taxtortion is still rife, corruption at state and district levels has increased, oil prices remain extortive with high taxation, and the continued red tape has kept the enterprise system as stifled as before, points out Debashis Basu.

'Some Cooling-Off In Small Caps'

'Some Cooling-Off In Small Caps'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'More than investors, fund houses, and advisors have raised caution and limited flows on small-and mid-caps.'

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The key performers who guided India to their second successive WTC final.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

'How Will Piyush Goyal Help Us?'

'How Will Piyush Goyal Help Us?'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

'We need a candidate who will do our work and fight with the authorities; someone we can hold accountable.' 'Piyush Goyal is not that candidate.'

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', AQI at 306

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', AQI at 306

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'I think pollution levels have been rising in Delhi for the past 10-12 days. We can feel it in our eyes today. The smog is dense'

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

With a jam-packed schedule brimming with both legendary athletes and captivating storylines, Paris 2024 promises unforgettable moments.

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

For over a decade, HDFC Bank consistently outperformed industry growth rates in both deposits and advances, maintaining impeccable asset quality. Amid a landscape where other banks struggled with soaring non-performing assets (NPAs), HDFC Bank thrived, eventually surpassing ICICI Bank to become the largest private sector lender in India. Its net interest margin (NIM) remained stable in the range of 4.1-4.4 per cent.

'We Want Chinese Style Growth'

'We Want Chinese Style Growth'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

'We have essentially tried to set out an agenda for the next five years and it, in essence, represents the political commitment to that agenda.'

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Indian roads continue to be among the most dangerous in the world. Few people are even aware that the Good Samaritan Law exists. Getting a licence to drive is still far too easy.

Dayal's Redemption: From Rinku's sixes to stopping Dhoni

Dayal's Redemption: From Rinku's sixes to stopping Dhoni

Rediff.com19 May 2024

A beaming father Chandrapal, said that the son told his mom that he was confident of stopping the legendary MSD on his tracks.

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Some buyers believe prices may correct in the future.' 'This is unlikely. Many developers are increasing prices amid strong sales and inflationary trends.'

BJP Luminaries Gather In Varanasi

BJP Luminaries Gather In Varanasi

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The electoral battle in Varanasi, according to locals and political experts, is not about whether the PM will win for a third successive occasion, but if he will increase his share of the votes polled and his win margin.

'As long as one is friendly with the BJP...'

'As long as one is friendly with the BJP...'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'One is happy. The moment one starts criticising the BJP, ED, IT and CBI comes to one's house.'

Stringent traffic curbs kick in as Delhi welcomes G20 leaders

Stringent traffic curbs kick in as Delhi welcomes G20 leaders

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Police have advised people to use the navigation app 'Mapmyindia' to get around the city till the restrictions are in place.

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

When India Hosted The First Asian Games

When India Hosted The First Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Seventy two years ago, a newly independent India ventured to hold the the first Asian Games in Delhi with meager resources.

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

139 migrants returning home have died in road mishaps

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Many of the tragedies occurred in the dark, which is when it is cooler to walk, and many people were caught in their sleep. The combination of no traffic and speeding vehicles has led to havoc, endangering the lives of those who found themselves without work or money in the coronavirus-induced lockdown and were frantic to get home, any which way.

Rio Olympics: American Armstrong wins third straight time trial cycling gold

Rio Olympics: American Armstrong wins third straight time trial cycling gold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

Veteran American Kristin Armstrong claimed a third consecutive road time trial gold to deny former Russian doper Olga Zabelinskaya what would have been a controversial triumph on a rain-soaked course at the Rio Games on Wednesday.

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Karpoori Thakur: Fountainhead of OBC politics in Bihar

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Thakur's tenure as chief minister is best remembered for implementation of the recommendations of the Mungeri Lal Commission, whereby quotas for backward classes were introduced in the state in 1978. This panel was the forerunner of the Mandal Commission. Both Mungeri Lal and B P Mandal were from Bihar, which has a long history of socialist struggles.

Is The Rally In Small And Microcap Stocks Sustainable?

Is The Rally In Small And Microcap Stocks Sustainable?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

While the corporate sector has benefited from massive capital expenditure, leading to sky-rocketing stock prices, investors would do well to keep an eye on the macroeconomic picture and government finances, not just corporate profits, for signs of trouble, alerts Debashis Basu.

Govt Project Launches Hit All-Time Low

Govt Project Launches Hit All-Time Low

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Government announcements for the building of new roads, railways, and other capital expenditure (capex) projects may have hit an all-time low, according to numbers for the December quarter.

End of the road for Kohli, Rohit in India's T20 team?

End of the road for Kohli, Rohit in India's T20 team?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

India's T20 squad will undergo a major transition in the next two years with senior players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin gradually eased out, BCCI sources said.

Sports Shorts: BWF cancels Taipei Open 2020, Korea Open

Sports Shorts: BWF cancels Taipei Open 2020, Korea Open

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

Kazakh cyclist Vinokourov wins men's road race

Kazakh cyclist Vinokourov wins men's road race

Rediff.com28 Jul 2012

Kazakhstan's Alexandre Vinokourov sprinted to victory in the men's cycling road race on Saturday, crushing British hopes of gold on the first full day of competition at the London Olympic Games.

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

'Why Do We Need Cities Where People Travel Long Distances?'

'Why Do We Need Cities Where People Travel Long Distances?'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

'In the larger cities, we can see that 12%-20% of the population making use of the metros. I don't think it is happening in the smaller cities.'

Former MotoGP champion Hayden dies after cycling accident

Former MotoGP champion Hayden dies after cycling accident

Rediff.com23 May 2017

Former MotoGP champion Nicky Hayden died five days after the American was hit by a car while cycling in eastern Italy, his Honda World Superbike team said.

'2024 poll will be major event for mid/smallcaps'

'2024 poll will be major event for mid/smallcaps'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

'It will dictate the flow of funds into the index. We will maintain caution on mid/smallcaps.'

Why renaming Aurangzeb Road is right

Why renaming Aurangzeb Road is right

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

'I am happy that Aurangzeb will no longer dance before my eyes as I jog down A P J Abdul Kalam Road. Instead, the serene, saintly, smile of the late beloved President will bless me when I take an evening stroll there.'

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Can election manifestos show the way to Viksit Bharat?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Elections are not won or lost by expounding on such macro-economic matters. For the aam admi, what matters in manifestos are promises that will improve their quality of life, notes Vinayak Chatterjee.

Military Games triathlon, sailing in Mumbai

Military Games triathlon, sailing in Mumbai

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

Twenty-seven top male and female triathletes, who have already qualified for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, will participate in the triathlon of the fourth Military World Games, to be held at Mumbai's Girgaum, Chowpatty, on October 21.