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'No cricket pundit should ask for Rahul to be dropped'

'No cricket pundit should ask for Rahul to be dropped'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

Gautam Gambhir backed the struggling KL Rahul, stating that every player goes through a lean patch and Rahul shouldn't be singled out.

PM's mediation sought after reported move to induct helmets for Sikh soldiers

PM's mediation sought after reported move to induct helmets for Sikh soldiers

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

Senior Congress leader and former Punjab deputy Chief Minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa said that Sikhs bravely fought the 1962, 1965, 1971 wars and the Kargil battle, but no helmet issue arose then.

What makes 22-year-old Todd Murphy special

What makes 22-year-old Todd Murphy special

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Murphy started out as a medium pacer but later found off-breaks to be his calling card.

How 3 trains collided in Odisha: Railways hints at...

How 3 trains collided in Odisha: Railways hints at...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

They described the functioning of the interlocking system which prima facie seemed to have been part of the problem which led to the accident, in which at least 275 people were killed.

If Inflation Is Here, Can Social Conflict Be Behind?

If Inflation Is Here, Can Social Conflict Be Behind?

Rediff.com9 May 2023

For all its claims to economic glory, the majority of India's population lives vulnerable lives, a situation that has only worsened over the past 15 years, to the extent that the government now fears to release economic data or even conduct a proper Census, notes Rathin Roy.

3rd ODI: Should India Go Unchanged?

3rd ODI: Should India Go Unchanged?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Who do YOU think should be part of India's playing XI for Sunday's third ODI against England at Old Trafford?

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Dropping man of the match Kuldeep is unbelievable: Gavaskar

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Spinner Kuldeep Yadav's surprise exclusion from the playing XI in the second Test against Bangladesh drew a strong criticism from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

Aus get Marsh, Stoinis boost ahead of T20 World Cup

Aus get Marsh, Stoinis boost ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Should Stoinis and Marsh prove their fitness over the next couple of weeks, Finch said it was unlikely that exciting young all-rounder Cameron Green would play a part at the World Cup.

Budget 2023: Tax sops, fiscal consolidation, a tight rope walk for Sitharaman

Budget 2023: Tax sops, fiscal consolidation, a tight rope walk for Sitharaman

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will have to do a tight-rope walk between staying fiscally prudent and general public expectations of lower taxes and a wider social security net, while at the same time firing the engines of the economy before general elections. Sitharaman will on Wednesday present her fifth straight Budget at a time when the economy is slowing due to global headwinds and specific sectors need attention. In the run-up to the Budget presentation, expectations are rife that she may tweak income-tax slabs to provide relief to the middle class and increase spending on the poor through programmes such as the rural job scheme while ramping up financial incentives for local manufacturing.

Rate tinkering to continue despite convertibility

Rate tinkering to continue despite convertibility

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

The Reserve Bank of India will continue to manage exchange rate volatility even when the rate becomes more flexible, as it has significant employment, output and distributional consequences.

Old Or New Tax Regime: Which Is Better?

Old Or New Tax Regime: Which Is Better?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

'If a taxpayer opts for the new tax regime once, he can only switch back to the old tax regime once in his lifetime.'

New tax regime can help you save more in taxes. Here's how

New tax regime can help you save more in taxes. Here's how

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

Several changes were made to the new income-tax regime in Budget 2023. The old income-tax regime was not tinkered with and is still available.

From electronics to semiconductor, MNCs in search of policy stability

From electronics to semiconductor, MNCs in search of policy stability

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Their favourite alternatives: Malaysia, Vietnam and the Philippines. Note, India is missing from that list. And this is despite an attractive financial incentive scheme for OSAT players. The reason, said a senior executive of a US chip company who had a meeting in Taiwan just a few weeks ago, is that "they want more predictability in government policy because they plan to put in big money."

Dorsey, govt in tweetstorm over Twitter ex-CEO's armtwisting charge

Dorsey, govt in tweetstorm over Twitter ex-CEO's armtwisting charge

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Union minister Rajeev Chandrashekar on Tuesday rejected Dorsey's claim, calling it an "outright lie" and "an attempt to brush out that very dubious period" of firm's history.

Thumbs up or thumbs down? Rate Sitharaman's 4th Budget!

Thumbs up or thumbs down? Rate Sitharaman's 4th Budget!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

So how do you rate the Modi government's 10th budget which comes ahead of the crucial five-state election?

Shaken Australia face stern NZ test in ODIs

Shaken Australia face stern NZ test in ODIs

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Kane Williamson's New Zealand, currently the top ranked ODI team, arrived with a full-strength squad and having lost just one of their 12 Super League matches.

Hosts Australia ready to click in T20 WC defence

Hosts Australia ready to click in T20 WC defence

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Australia gelled superbly during last year's triumph in the United Arab Emirates and 14 of that 15-man squad will bid for back-to-back titles

Investors poorer by Rs 4.90 lakh cr as Sensex tumbles nearly 2%

Investors poorer by Rs 4.90 lakh cr as Sensex tumbles nearly 2%

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Investors' wealth eroded by over Rs 4.90 lakh crore on Friday amid a sharp fall in equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 1,020.80 points or 1.73 per cent to settle at 58,098.92. During the day, it tumbled 1,137.77 points or 1.92 per cent to 57,981.95. The market capitalisation of the BSE-listed firms plummeted by Rs 4,90,162.55 crore to Rs 2,76,64,566.79 crore on Friday.

Rohit returns as India aim to seal ODI series

Rohit returns as India aim to seal ODI series

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Captain Rohit Sharma's return will certainly give solidity to the top order in the second ODI against Australia.

'Modi tinkered with the rules at will'

'Modi tinkered with the rules at will'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

'The more things change, the more they remain the same at the BCCI,' says T R Vivek, author, IPL Cricket And Commerce.

Wales heading for exit door, but live in hope against England

Wales heading for exit door, but live in hope against England

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Wales will just want to land a blow on their old rivals, snap a run of six consecutive defeats against them and claim a first win over England since 1984.

Plea filed in SC against Agnipath calls it unconstitutional

Plea filed in SC against Agnipath calls it unconstitutional

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

A plea was filed in the Supreme Court on Monday against the Centre's Agnipath scheme alleging that the government has quashed the century-old selection process for the Armed forces which is contrary to the constitutional provisions and without having parliamentary approval.

Modi hails budget as 'people-friendly and progressive'

Modi hails budget as 'people-friendly and progressive'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

"An important aspect of this budget is the welfare of the poor," Modi said.

Markets end on mixed note; Sensex climbs 158 points, Nifty dips

Markets end on mixed note; Sensex climbs 158 points, Nifty dips

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

Equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty ended on a mixed note on Wednesday as the euphoria about the Budget fizzled out, with investors going for profit-taking ahead of the Fed interest rate decision. The 30-share BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 158.18 points or 0.27 per cent to settle at 59,708.08 after it trimmed most of the intra-day gains. During the day, it had zoomed 1,223.54 points or 2 per cent to 60,773.44.

Will Sunrisers continue with out-of-form Williamson as opener?

Will Sunrisers continue with out-of-form Williamson as opener?

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody has defended playing captain Kane Williamson as an opener despite the batter's ongoing run drought in IPL 2022.

Budget: Delhi police allocated Rs 10,355 cr, focus on force modernisation

Budget: Delhi police allocated Rs 10,355 cr, focus on force modernisation

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

The Delhi police has been allocated Rs 10,355.29 crore in the Union Budget for 2022-23, an increase of Rs 1,701.03 crore from the last fiscal, officials said on Tuesday.

Coach Flick's masterstroke gets Germany back on track

Coach Flick's masterstroke gets Germany back on track

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

From the 70th minute when striker Niclas Fuellkrug was thrown into the battle, Germany simply looked more German.

Budget: Will the govt tinker with income tax?

Budget: Will the govt tinker with income tax?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

Currently, income between Rs 1.6-5 lakh (Rs 160,000-500,000)attracts 10 per cent tax; Rs 5-8 lakh (Rs 500,000-800,000)20 per cent and beyond Rs 8 lakh 30 per cent.

'India are the good boys of the world'

'India are the good boys of the world'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

'People trust India and Indians a lot more than they trust China and the Chinese.'

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

'His expression was like a million dollars!'

'India is on a good wicket now'

'India is on a good wicket now'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

'The pitch for India is flat, the ball for India is old, the sun for India is out, and the bowlers are not bowling too well.' 'I think only we can get ourselves out.'

It pays to tinker around with gadgets

It pays to tinker around with gadgets

Rediff.com23 Sep 2004

Vinod Moorjani has established V N Techno Structure to import gizmos and retail them in the Indian market at competitive prices.

'Govt must stop harassing entrepreneurs'

'Govt must stop harassing entrepreneurs'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

'...for at least 6 months and give them peace of mind to get back on their feet.' 'Entrepreneurs are suffocating and not able to run their companies peacefully.'

Win in Wanderers step in right direction: Dean Elgar

Win in Wanderers step in right direction: Dean Elgar

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

The win at Wanderers against India is a move in the right direction for the South Africa team, according to skipper Dean Elgar, who revealed that while there is room for improvement, the hosts won't be tinkering with their game plan heading into the final Test.

Why McGrath is not in favour of four-day Tests

Why McGrath is not in favour of four-day Tests

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Australia pace legend Glenn McGrath termed himself a traditionalist and said he is dead against the idea of shortening the five-day game to a four-day affair as proposed by the ICC. The International Cricket Council is considering introduction of four-day Tests as part of the World Test Championships from 2023, an idea which is supported by Cricket Australia CEO Kevin Roberts.

Select Team: Will Rohit and Ishan open?

Select Team: Will Rohit and Ishan open?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Will Mumbai Indians leg-spinner Rahul Chahar replace Royal Challengers Bangalore's Yuzvendra Chahal, who was unimpressive in the first two games?

Decoding Troy Cooley's mantra of coaching fast bowlers

Decoding Troy Cooley's mantra of coaching fast bowlers

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru recently had an internship programme where well-known names like Lakshmipathy Balaji, Ranganath Vinay Kumar and Pankaj Singh upgraded their coaching skills under Ashes-winning mentor Troy Cooley.

Economy faces headwinds from global spillovers: RBI

Economy faces headwinds from global spillovers: RBI

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The RBI on Wednesday cautioned that while the Indian economy appears capable of weathering the deterioration in geopolitical conditions amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, it faces headwinds from global spillovers from geopolitical tensions, elevated commodity prices and moderating external demand. The RBI, however, did not tinker with the GDP growth projection made in April. It had slashed the GDP growth projection for the fiscal 2022-23 to 7.2 per cent from its earlier forecast of 7.8 per cent.

Will India make changes for 2nd T20I?

Will India make changes for 2nd T20I?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second T20I against South Africa?

India must perform or perish against Zimbabwe

India must perform or perish against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

Skipper Rohit Sharma will look to feast on a Zimbabwe bowling attack in his bid to play an innings that is long overdue in a must-win game of the T20 World Cup match in Melbourne on Sunday.