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Looking for tax-saving options? Opt for ELSS

Looking for tax-saving options? Opt for ELSS

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Investors must, however, be prepared for volatility in ELSS, cautions Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Why Ganguly is pushing for more day-night Tests

Why Ganguly is pushing for more day-night Tests

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

Later this year, India and Australia are slated to face each other in a four-match Test series. The second Test of the series at Adelaide will be a day-night Test contest.

'Pant can be better than Dhoni'

'Pant can be better than Dhoni'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel picked Rishabh Pant as the key player for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2021, while adding that the young left-hander is capable of winning matches on his own and can be better than former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Shankar close to playing a big knock for us, says Kohli

Shankar close to playing a big knock for us, says Kohli

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

Captain Virat Kohli's vote of confidence ahead of the England game means that Rishabh Pant will have to wait to get his first game at the World Cup.

Steve Waugh: Australia will learn from defeat by India

Steve Waugh: Australia will learn from defeat by India

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Australia won't be too disappointed after losing to India as they have time to dissect this loss, fine tune their process, tinker with batting orders and bowling options and manoeuvre things around before the semi-finals come around, writes Steve Waugh.

Looking at Gary Oldman's brillaint but lesser-known film

Looking at Gary Oldman's brillaint but lesser-known film

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Before Gary Oldman excelled in the well-reviewed film Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, he was part of a brilliant film called Sid & Nancy.

Modi 2 must improve India's tech competitiveness

Modi 2 must improve India's tech competitiveness

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

In the era of the fourth industrial revolution, mere tinkering with existing government procedures will not enhance India's economic competitiveness, says Pranjal Sharma.

Will Sunrisers bring in Williamson against Mumbai Indians?

Will Sunrisers bring in Williamson against Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Getting the combination right would be topmost on Sunrisers Hyderabad's to-do list when they take on a qualitatively superior Mumbai Indians in an IPL encounter in Chennai on Saturday, trying to arrest an early slide after back-to-back defeats.

Four-day Test matches 'nonsense', says Patil

Four-day Test matches 'nonsense', says Patil

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Former India batsman Sandeep Patil on Wednesday joined the bandwagon of past and present cricketers to oppose the idea of four-day Tests, saying the five-day game tests the character of an individual. He said it is up to the International Cricket Council to take a call on the proposal but for him there should not be any tinkering on the five-day format.

Stuart Broad shares new Ashes jersey look

Stuart Broad shares new Ashes jersey look

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Broad posted his picture on Instagram, saying the Test match will be glorious at Lord's.

Shastri promises to 'mentor' players as he begins innings as India coach

Shastri promises to 'mentor' players as he begins innings as India coach

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

'It is more to do with working on their mental strength, helping build their confidence, helping them stay organised in their daily activities as against tinkering with their style of play'

Davis Cup: Nadal unlikely to play against India in Sept 16-18 tie

Davis Cup: Nadal unlikely to play against India in Sept 16-18 tie

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

With Yuki Bhambri and Somdev Devvarman still recovering from their respective injuries, India is set to field same set to players in the upcoming Davis Cup World Group Play-off against Spain, that beat South Korea 4-1 in July.

Preview: CSK take on upbeat Sunrisers Hyderabad

Preview: CSK take on upbeat Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

CSK and Sunrisers Hyderabad (since inception) have traditionally been two of the most balanced sides in most IPL editions but both have ensured scratchy starts this year

Dhoni-led CSK eye another win against struggling KKR

Dhoni-led CSK eye another win against struggling KKR

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

On a roll after back-to-back wins, the vintage Chennai Super Kings would look to extend their winning run when they clash with struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their next IPL match in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Sensex at Mount 49k: Are the markets overheated?

Sensex at Mount 49k: Are the markets overheated?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

'The more retail investors keep away from speculative activity, the more they will manage their risks better.'

PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory; Portgual cruise

PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory; Portgual cruise

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Images from the FIFA World Cup qualifier matches played on Tuesday night.

Devotees, not court, to decide religious practice: Justice Malhotra

Devotees, not court, to decide religious practice: Justice Malhotra

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed women of all ages in the Ayyappa temple at Sabarimala in Kerala. While Justices R F Nariman and D Y Chandrachud concurred with Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra and Justice A M Khanwilkar on the ruling that banning the entry of women in the temple is gender discrimination and the practice violates the rights of Hindu women, Justice Indu Malhotra gave a dissenting verdict. Here are highlights of her judgment.

Series at stake, India and Australia ready for showdown

Series at stake, India and Australia ready for showdown

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

India showed commendable character in Rajkot to level the series, proving that the panic buttons were pressed prematurely following the 10-wicket loss in Mumbai.

Want to drive a BMW? Check out 2 Series

Want to drive a BMW? Check out 2 Series

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

For those who've always wanted to drive a BMW in India, the 2 Series is easily the most fun to drive everyday car that money can buy.

IIT Delhi head warns against delaying JEE, NEET

IIT Delhi head warns against delaying JEE, NEET

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

IIT Delhi Director V Ramgopal Rao's comments come in the wake of growing clamour for postponing the two crucial exams in the wake of rise in COVID-19 cases.

Troop deployment in J-K based on security situation: Govt

Troop deployment in J-K based on security situation: Govt

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

It has never been the practice to discuss in the public domain the details of deployment and movement of paramilitary forces deployed in a particular theatre.

Focus on Kuldeep as Team India sans Kohli, Rohit sweat it out at optional practice

Focus on Kuldeep as Team India sans Kohli, Rohit sweat it out at optional practice

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Ravi Shastri and bowling coach Bharat Arun had a close look at the pitch which wore a dry look, indicating that it would have something for the spinners.

What makes Rishabh Pant so special

What makes Rishabh Pant so special

Rediff.com11 May 2019

Rishabh Pant was the leading run-scorer for Delhi Capitals in IPL-12 with 488 runs in 16 games.

Conspiracy afoot to confuse farmers: PM Modi amid protest

Conspiracy afoot to confuse farmers: PM Modi amid protest

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Opposition parties, when they were in power, were in favour of these farm sector reforms, but did not take any decision back then, Modi said.

Sense of humour: Key ingredient in Joe Root's success

Sense of humour: Key ingredient in Joe Root's success

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Joe Root will play his 100th game against India, the same opposition he made his debut against, at the Chepauk from February 5.

Kohli is a little bit of an impulsive captain: Nehra

Kohli is a little bit of an impulsive captain: Nehra

Rediff.com6 May 2020

Virat Kohli's Indian team still has a long way to go before it is spoken of in the same breath as Australia of 2000s, believes former India pacer Ashish Nehra. Under Kohli's leadership, India earned its maiden series victory in Australia in 2018-19, achieving the feat after trying for seven decades.

Fast bowling concerns for RCB as Virat-Rohit clash

Fast bowling concerns for RCB as Virat-Rohit clash

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

After scores of 14 and 1, Virat Kohli is due for a big one and will be hoping to spend more time in the middle when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Mumbai Indians in the IPL in Dubai.

Not in favour of four-day Tests, says India captain Kohli

Not in favour of four-day Tests, says India captain Kohli

Rediff.com4 Jan 2020

With thumbs down from currently the most influential international cricketer, ICC might find it difficult to implement 'four-day Test'.

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

The following are talking points from the weekend's Premier League action:

'Chinese dragon has the Indian tiger by the tail'

'Chinese dragon has the Indian tiger by the tail'

Rediff.com24 May 2021

'The immediate attempt by China is to get its way and gain territory through small steps without having a full-scale war.'

The 'weak link' in Aussie squad

The 'weak link' in Aussie squad

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

Australia's white-ball skipper Aaron Finch admitted that he was a 'weak link' in the team that suffered a 1-2 defeat at the hands of India in their recently-concluded One-day international series.

Economy: '4 to 5 years for normalcy to return'

Economy: '4 to 5 years for normalcy to return'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

'The government has failed to understand the seriousness of the situation, and that's why they are underestimating the problem.' 'They think some tinkering here and there will fix the economy automatically.'

Mumbai Indians start favourites against inconsistent KKR

Mumbai Indians start favourites against inconsistent KKR

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

In the event of Narine missing out again, Mumbai will fancy their chances even more at the Sheikh Zayed stadium, where skipper Rohit Sharma has scored both his half-centuries this season.

Should Women Fight Wars?

Should Women Fight Wars?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Should we be exposing our women volunteers to the barbarity of actual combat?

Tests should remain five-dayers: ICC's Jayawardene

Tests should remain five-dayers: ICC's Jayawardene

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

The proposal, which has been floated for the 2023-2031 cycle, has not gone down well with the greats of the game, including Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting, opposing the idea.

IPL: Get ready for another six-hitting contest in Sharjah

IPL: Get ready for another six-hitting contest in Sharjah

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Andre Russell and Eoin Morgan's power-hitting will be the focus of all eyes when the in-form Kolkata Knight Riders taken on Delhi Capitals with an aim to light up the Sharjah skyline in what promises to be another six-hitting IPL contest in Sharjah on Saturday.

'All cricket boards should come together to redraw calendar'

'All cricket boards should come together to redraw calendar'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Mohammed Azharuddin feels that all cricket boards should come together to redraw the international calendar as the COVID-19 pandemic has ensured that the current schedule is irredeemable.

For India, I'm ready to bat at any slot: Rahane

For India, I'm ready to bat at any slot: Rahane

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

It is highly unlikely that he will be India's number four at the World Cup but India's Test vice-captain is keen to add on to his 90 ODIs.

IBC: 'Defaulters' paradise is lost'

IBC: 'Defaulters' paradise is lost'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code cleans up non-performing assets and puts companies in capable and credible hands.'

Another stimulus package in pipeline, says finance secretary

Another stimulus package in pipeline, says finance secretary

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Finance secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey on Sunday hinted that the government was working on another stimulus package but he refrained from giving a timeframe.