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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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

What Modi's package has for the common man, economy

What Modi's package has for the common man, economy

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Thursday doled out income tax sops by raising threshold exemption and investment limits by Rs 50,000, raised duties on cigarettes, tobacco, pan-masala and aerated drinks, widened service tax base and announced measures to spur growth manufacturing and revive investor confidence.

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.

Silicon Valley's next invention may change lives of the ordinary

Silicon Valley's next invention may change lives of the ordinary

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Inventors are working on projects as varied as drones, improved artificial limbs, smart jewellery and handheld devices for detecting gluten in food.

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.

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.

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.

Team India will look to save series against Australia

Team India will look to save series against Australia

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

India will be under pressure to bounce back when they take on Australia in the fourth ODI in Ranchi on Wednesday.

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.

Large-cap funds can withstand market shocks

Large-cap funds can withstand market shocks

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Monday's steep fall turned Sensex's yearly returns to - 2.57%, but only two large-cap funds did worse.

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.

No widening terms of Pathak inquiry: PM

No widening terms of Pathak inquiry: PM

Rediff.com11 Dec 2005

He also made it clear that the government had nothing to hide on the Volcker issue and that there was a procedure to be followed.

World Cup: Have Germany finally found a winning combination?

World Cup: Have Germany finally found a winning combination?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

It is hard to image Germany coach Joachim Loew making any changes to the team that demolished hosts Brazil 7-1 in the World Cup semi-final for Sunday's final against Argentina after spending much of the tournament tinkering to find the right mix.

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.'

'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.

What India Inc, global investors expect from the upcoming Budget

What India Inc, global investors expect from the upcoming Budget

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

The Budget, will be a mega-signalling device in terms of policy, as well as a document outlining public finance projections.

Padma Lakshmi's red gown has a secret message

Padma Lakshmi's red gown has a secret message

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

The model recycled an insanely sexy red dress and won the Internet.

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 you play the pre-election rally?

Should you play the pre-election rally?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

You can start an SIP but don't overhaul the portfolio.

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.

A big idea Budget to build a New India?

A big idea Budget to build a New India?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Without tinkering with the tax rates, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in his maiden budget provided encouraging signals for domestic and foreign investors.

ICC to discuss four-day Test proposal in March despite growing criticism

ICC to discuss four-day Test proposal in March despite growing criticism

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Member boards from England and Australia are open to the idea while BCCI boss Sourav Ganguly has said that 'it is too early' to talk about it.

Four-day Test concept called 'ridiculous'

Four-day Test concept called 'ridiculous'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

ICC's proposal to introduce four-day Tests has met with stiff opposition

'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.'

RBI against super-regulator for financial firms

RBI against super-regulator for financial firms

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The central bank has vehemently opposed the proposal, citing different reasons, including lack of focus and unconvincing results abroad.

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.

Play-off berth secured, Mumbai Indians eyeing to spoil DC's party

Play-off berth secured, Mumbai Indians eyeing to spoil DC's party

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Mumbai Indians had roared back to form after thrashing RCB by five-wickets in the last game, there are problems aplenty for DC.

Modi to meet 15 global funds as India seeks investment to lift economy

Modi to meet 15 global funds as India seeks investment to lift economy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

The main purpose of the meeting is to assess their views on reforms that are required to attract long-term capital into the country.

Bibek Debroy retained as chairman of PM's economic council

Bibek Debroy retained as chairman of PM's economic council

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Sajjid Chenoy, India economist at JP Morgan is the new part-time member.

The telecom mess has just got messier

The telecom mess has just got messier

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'Tinkering will not do. Merely staggering spectrum dues comes nowhere near solving the problem,' cautions Rahul Khullar.

Five talking points from the Premier League weekend

Five talking points from the Premier League weekend

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Mourinho's tinkerings meant a first start of the season for midfielder Scott McTominay, playing on the right of a three-man defence, while Anthony Martial played instead of the dropped Alexis Sanchez. On this evidence, more changes may be needed when United take on Valencia in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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.'

Party animals, here's the speaker you were looking for!

Party animals, here's the speaker you were looking for!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

The top panel has built-in tweeters that help in spreading the sound wider, says Erick Massey.

What's there on RBI's mind?

What's there on RBI's mind?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

By tightening or loosening money supply and tinkering with interest rates, central banks try to nudge economies in the right direction.