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Saina thrashes Wang to enter Australian Open final, Srikanth loses

Saina thrashes Wang to enter Australian Open final, Srikanth loses

Rediff.com11 Jun 2016

Saina Nehwal defeated 2011 World champion and 2012 Olympic silver medallist Yihan Wang 21-8, 21-12 in just over half an hour in the semi-finals.

Thank you Mr PM for talking about farmers, but...

Thank you Mr PM for talking about farmers, but...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

Farmers are juggling with thousand other problems apart from the Land Acquisition Bill. Who will discuss them?

Meet India's only practising taxidermist

Meet India's only practising taxidermist

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Mumbai's Santosh Gaikwad is on a mission to preserve India's wildlife for future generations, says Nikita Puri.

Coronavirus cases rise to 100; more states shut malls, schools

Coronavirus cases rise to 100; more states shut malls, schools

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Maharashtra has reported 31 positive cases, Kerala 19, Uttar Pradesh 11, Delhi and Karnataka six each, Ladakh three, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan and Telangana two each; and Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Punjab one case each. The total number of confirmed cases also includes 17 foreigners -- 16 Italian tourists and a Canadian, it said.

Watch out for the charming Peng Liyuan

Watch out for the charming Peng Liyuan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

"Wife diplomacy", which has become focus of China's new leadership, would come into full play in India on Wednesday when Chinese Xi Jinping arrives in Ahemdabad along with his singer wife Peng Liyuan, who has become a fashion icon here.

Nadal, Djokovic romp into Rome quarter-finals

Nadal, Djokovic romp into Rome quarter-finals

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Rafael Nadal swept into the quarter-finals of the Italian Open on Thursday with a ruthless 6-4, 6-1 victory over Canadian teenager Denis Shapovalov. The top seed, who will reclaim the world number one ranking from Roger Federer if he wins his eighth title in Rome, turned in a near-flawless performance, losing only five service points as he honed in on victory in an hour and 22 minutes.

Super Filmi Week: Long live Bollywood!

Super Filmi Week: Long live Bollywood!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Bollywood inspired weddings, Dharmendra's cringe-worthy attempt at realism, Sridevi and Aishwarya's painful connection and more in Sukanya Verma's Super Filmi Week.

Wanted: Greater private sector investment in agriculture

Wanted: Greater private sector investment in agriculture

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

From linking innovation with supply of inputs to providing contract farming, the private sector can help agriculture move to the next stage of development.

Indian peacekeepers second highest casualties in 2013 attacks

Indian peacekeepers second highest casualties in 2013 attacks

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Indian peacekeepers suffered the second highest number of casualties in 2013 as working for the United Nations became more hazardous, with increased deliberate attacks on its personnel.

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The destinations have a lot to offer in terms of adventure, culture and entertainment.

'I was a bit nervous, but then tried to play my natural game'

'I was a bit nervous, but then tried to play my natural game'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

'I was not thinking about it as my first game, I was just thinking that it's another game and it just happened.'

Why the rupee needs to remain strong

Why the rupee needs to remain strong

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

A strong currency helps in fighting some of the import-led inflation.

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'He resonates more with the youth which is always something brands want.'

Mouth wide open, both feet in

Mouth wide open, both feet in

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

The imprudent, not to mention immature, attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Congress leaders, especially on the election trail, can only be read as a sign of nerves on the eve of an important poll battle.

Why home loans have started heading north

Why home loans have started heading north

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

As yields on 10-year government bonds rose from 6.65% in April 2017 to around 7.50% now, liquidity pressures have increased the cost of funds for housing finance companies.

Why Indians are obsessed with South Africa!

Why Indians are obsessed with South Africa!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Why South Africa is such a popular vacation spot among Indian celebs?

Genetically modified crops' field trials put on hold

Genetically modified crops' field trials put on hold

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

The decision marks first successful policy intervention.

Why I think Trump will be a great President

Why I think Trump will be a great President

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

'What Trump and Kim have demonstrated is that leaders need not remain prisoners of the status quo and they can, by showing the necessary will and courage, break out of the hang-ups and constrictions of the past and carve out a new pathway for themselves,' says B S Raghavan.

Delhi records worst air quality after Diwali due to bursting of crackers

Delhi records worst air quality after Diwali due to bursting of crackers

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

In a gross violation of a Supreme Court order, people in several cities burst firecrackers until at least midnight, two hours after the 10 pm deadline. Loud bangs rent the air in New Delhi.

We won't see the likes of Aretha Franklin again

We won't see the likes of Aretha Franklin again

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

To say Aretha ticked all the boxes when it came to voice technique is like calling Cristiano Ronaldo an efficient footballer, says Kanika Datta.

Smashing fun at the world's largest beer party

Smashing fun at the world's largest beer party

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Oktoberfest, the world's largest beer festival, came to end on October 3.

'Modi is the headmaster trying to instil discipline'

'Modi is the headmaster trying to instil discipline'

Rediff.com18 May 2019

The election campaign finally ended on Friday, May 17. Arindam Majumder reveals what he discovered on the election front on a long rail journey.

EPL PHOTOS: Lukaku strikes twice as United crush West Ham; Alli shines for Spurs

EPL PHOTOS: Lukaku strikes twice as United crush West Ham; Alli shines for Spurs

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday

Railway revival: A race against time

Railway revival: A race against time

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

The railways continue to lose market share with an actual fall in the number of passengers and stagnant freight tonnage, says Subir Roy.

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Here's your weekly digest of the most weird, true and funny news from the across the world.

Sheena Bora Trial: Why was Indrani overjoyed?

Sheena Bora Trial: Why was Indrani overjoyed?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Indrani was cheering Pasbola on from the back, with little, happy whoops, that she muffled with her chunni. Indrani was in her element on Friday. The defence's cross-examination was clearly going her way and Indrani was delighted.

#BackToBasics: 6 wardrobe staples every girl MUST own

#BackToBasics: 6 wardrobe staples every girl MUST own

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

A look at six essential wardrobe basics that will take you from day to night. Check out!

Why former Pakistan greats look worrisome...

Why former Pakistan greats look worrisome...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

Former Pakistan cricketers Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar have expressed dismay over the national team's meek surrender in the Twenty20 series in New Zealand and said the crisis before the ICC World T20 in India was 'worrisome'.

'Winning four finals out of eight, I won't say it is too bad'

'Winning four finals out of eight, I won't say it is too bad'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Having guided CSK to their second CLT20 trophy, captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was happy with his team's show.

In Pix: Dhoni, the biker creates a stir at Buddh Circuit

In Pix: Dhoni, the biker creates a stir at Buddh Circuit

Rediff.com5 Oct 2014

Mahendra Singh Dhoni took time out for his passion for biking at the Buddh International Circuit, in Gurgaon, a day after guiding Chennai Super Kings to their second Champions League Twenty20 crown.

Vandana Maurya's story: From a biotech researcher to a social worker

Vandana Maurya's story: From a biotech researcher to a social worker

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Vandana has been attempting to bring in radical changes in the unhealthy food habits amongst the tribals.

Meet Princeton's University Graduate School dean

Meet Princeton's University Graduate School dean

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

With two decades of experience as a teacher, researcher and administrator at Princeton University, Sanjeev Kulkarni, a professor of electrical engineering and director of the Keller Center, is described by some colleagues as a 'seasoned university citizen' who has made a name for himself in interdisciplinary courses.

Junk food as bad as drugs and alcohol: Masterchef George Calombaris

Junk food as bad as drugs and alcohol: Masterchef George Calombaris

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

Masterchef George Calombaris shares food secrets, his love for Indian cuisine and more..

These Indian teenagers won Google Science Fair 2014 Awards

These Indian teenagers won Google Science Fair 2014 Awards

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Two Indians, Arsh Dilbagi and Mihir Garimella, were among the winners of Google Science Fair 2014, held on September 22, 2014 at the Fox Theatre, Redwood City, California.

New fibre optic technology can boost Internet bandwidth

New fibre optic technology can boost Internet bandwidth

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

The technology centres on donut-shaped laser light beams called optical vortices, in which the light twists like a tornado as it moves along the beam path, rather than in a straight line.

I thought we can surely win when we got Rahane out: Herath

I thought we can surely win when we got Rahane out: Herath

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Having stayed under legendary Muuttiah Muralitharan's shadow for the better part of his career, Rangana Herath feels that being in and out of the side over last decade is like "bread and butter" for him.

Drink the wine, my friends

Drink the wine, my friends

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Domestic wineries have moved from creating predominantly sweet wines in their initial years to drier, complex blends now. They also seem to be investing more in wine tourism.

Boeing sees jump in US investment if FDI in defence is hiked

Boeing sees jump in US investment if FDI in defence is hiked

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Kohler made the comments on aviation industry-wide speculation about New Delhi increasing FDI in defence sector to 49 per cent from the current 26 per cent, with some expecting an announcement in the near future.

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

A first-of-its-kind travel show explores the special bond a father and daughter share.

98.5 lakh new members join AAP ranks, party extends membership drive

98.5 lakh new members join AAP ranks, party extends membership drive

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Aam Aadmi Party on Monday claimed that a whopping 98.5 lakh people had joined it as members during a special drive over the last 17 days even as it added that the campaign to expand its base amongst the people has now been extended till Lok Sabha polls.