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7 tax saving mistakes to AVOID in new financial year

7 tax saving mistakes to AVOID in new financial year

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

'It is crucial to understand that the ultimate goal of your investments isn't to pay lesser tax, but to create long-term wealth for you and your family,' says Satyen Kothari, founder and CEO, Cube Wealth.

How molestation case led to age fraud accusation against junior Davis Cupper and 4 others

How molestation case led to age fraud accusation against junior Davis Cupper and 4 others

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The All India Tennis Association, often accused of being lax in dealing with age fraud, had no clear answers to what transpired at CLTA.

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

Why Sevastova leaves US Open 'more confident'

Why Sevastova leaves US Open 'more confident'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

While the 19th seed Latvian may be disappointed with the outcome, Sevastovoa said she left her first Grand Slam semi-final with a sense of accomplishment.

China could've stopped virus, but didn't: Trump

China could've stopped virus, but didn't: Trump

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The US president, who has expressed disappointment over China's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, claimed that it was the "incompetence" of Beijing that led to the mass killing across the globe.

IOC tightens control over Rio 2016 preparations

IOC tightens control over Rio 2016 preparations

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

The International Olympic Committee has announced a series of measures including a stronger presence in Rio de Janeiro to monitor progress and speed up lagging preparations for the 2016 Olympics, president Thomas Bach said on Wednesday.

Soccer Transfers: United offload Lukaku, Spurs strengthen as window shuts

Soccer Transfers: United offload Lukaku, Spurs strengthen as window shuts

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

With United unable to sign a replacement, the pressure will be on 21-year-old England forward Marcus Rashford to deliver the goals in a more central role than he has previously operated in.

Remembering Gandhiji in critical times

Remembering Gandhiji in critical times

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'During my nearly three decades of military service, both in war and peace, I have usefully drawn upon Gandhiji's storehouse of wisdom.' 'When military intelligence jobs require tightrope walking on the edge of moral and ethical dilemmas, I have looked up to Gandhiji,' notes Colonel R Hariharan (retd).

Fielding could be one of India's major weapon vs Pakistan

Fielding could be one of India's major weapon vs Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The only improvement India's fielding coach R Sridhar has targeted is greater accuracy with direct throws.

Why coronavirus cases spiked in Gujarat

Why coronavirus cases spiked in Gujarat

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The second highest number of coronavirus cases in the country. The worst mortality rate among states. A none too impressive recovery rate. Surely this doesn't speak highly of the famed Gujarat model, so what went wrong?

Cricket's lost chance

Cricket's lost chance

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

Given the relative paucity of cricket this year, Test cricket has emerged as a healer for deprived fans, notes Dhruv Munjal.

Good food, new menu in Rajdhani, Shatabdi trains soon

Good food, new menu in Rajdhani, Shatabdi trains soon

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Plagued by complaints over the quality of food being served on trains, railways has decided to change the menu in its premier trains and is also set to introduce third-party audit of the catering service.

Nadal to play Queen's Championships

Nadal to play Queen's Championships

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has confirmed he will join world number one Andy Murray in this summer's Aegon Championships at Queen's Club.

Sun Pharma to buy Ranbaxy in $3.2-billion deal

Sun Pharma to buy Ranbaxy in $3.2-billion deal

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Sun Pharmaceutical said Ranbaxy shareholders will get 0.8 Sun Pharma shares for each Ranbaxy share.

Sri Lanka stripped of 2017 Asian Youth Games over autonomy

Sri Lanka stripped of 2017 Asian Youth Games over autonomy

Rediff.com24 May 2015

The Olympic Council of Asia are looking for new hosts for the 2017 Asian Youth Games after stripping Sri Lanka of the event because of an ongoing row over autonomy that has plagued sports in the island nation.

Modi effect: Will the Adani bull run last?

Modi effect: Will the Adani bull run last?

Rediff.com22 May 2014

While fundamentals have improved, run-up in shares has been sharp and valuations do factor in near-term upsides.

World Cup chit-chat: Brazilian stadium holds first test ahead of opener

World Cup chit-chat: Brazilian stadium holds first test ahead of opener

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Organisers of the 2014 Soccer World Cup conducted the first and only official test of facilities at Sao Paulo's still-incomplete Arena Corinthians stadium on Sunday, 25 days before it will host the opening match between Brazil and Croatia.

Delhi bans diesel gensets as pollution plan kicks in

Delhi bans diesel gensets as pollution plan kicks in

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

The city's air quality index will fluctuate between the higher end of the "poor" category and the lower end of the "very poor" category, it predicted.

What can hit Indian auto firms' global dreams

What can hit Indian auto firms' global dreams

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

A study says shortage of skilled workers, inferior quality and inadequate highway infrastructure can defeat Indian carmakers.

Time out! World Cup teams catch breath on rare day off

Time out! World Cup teams catch breath on rare day off

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

After three weeks of unrelenting drama and excitement, the World Cup took a rare time-out on Wednesday as the eight surviving teams tried to catch their breath before the quarter-finals kick off on Friday.

Ten ways to deal with annoying people

Ten ways to deal with annoying people

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

We are inspired by idiots plaguing many a good people's lives and hopefully will aid you a little in your own.

Plane that flew 10 K'taka MLAs to Mumbai belongs to BJP MP

Plane that flew 10 K'taka MLAs to Mumbai belongs to BJP MP

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

The Congress has accused the BJP of hatching a conspiracy to topple the party's coalition government with the Janata Dal-Secular in Karnataka.

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Youth ask for jobs, govt says look at moon: Rahul in Maha

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

He also sought to know if Modi, during his recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, asked the latter about the 2017 Doklam standoff.

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

India women begin elusive trophy search with T20 WC opener against Australia

India women begin elusive trophy search with T20 WC opener against Australia

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Team India needs to ensure that the frequent middle-order collapses are not repeated in the showpiece event.

The Panchayat review

The Panchayat review

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'Even a hardcore nit-picker will struggle to find faults in this extraordinarily crafted television series that I rate as a must watch, an instant classic,' says Sukanya Verma.

China marks 70th anniversary with huge display of military might

China marks 70th anniversary with huge display of military might

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

The parade was seen as a muscle-flexing exercise by Beijing.

Uday Kotak warns of more liquidity squeeze

Uday Kotak warns of more liquidity squeeze

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Rather than focusing on profits, market should look at the inherent strength of the balance sheet whether it can withstand difficulties, he said.

Kamal Haasan to begin TN tour, announce party name on Feb 21

Kamal Haasan to begin TN tour, announce party name on Feb 21

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The veteran actor said he intends to challenge the status quo 'that has been plaguing the politics of Tamil Nadu for some time now'.

Explore possibility of restoring 4G internet in parts of J-K: SC

Explore possibility of restoring 4G internet in parts of J-K: SC

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The apex court was hearing a plea of the NGO seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against the Union home secretary and chief secretary of J-K for their alleged 'wilful disobedience' in complying with the court's May 11 order. The top court told the administration that with the change of L-G, nothing changes as the special committee is there to look into the issue.

15 most congested cities of the world

15 most congested cities of the world

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

MSN.com recently came up with a list of 15 most congested cities of the world.

Bollywood's FABULOUS train journeys!

Bollywood's FABULOUS train journeys!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

As means of transport or metaphor, the romance of trains is unmistakable in Hindi cinema.

Sports Shorts: 'I'm scared to sleep,' tearful Pistorius tells court

Sports Shorts: 'I'm scared to sleep,' tearful Pistorius tells court

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

His voice cracking with emotion, Oscar Pistorius took the witness stand in his own defence on Monday, saying the Valentine's Day shooting of his girlfriend last year had left him sleepless, terrified and plagued by nightmares.

10 powerful monarchs who command respect

10 powerful monarchs who command respect

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the remaining monarchs in the world today.

Rohit using experience to boost India's World Cup challenge

Rohit using experience to boost India's World Cup challenge

Rediff.com9 Jun 2019

'You want to make sure that you start the innings and you finish off the innings as well. That gives you immense pleasure'

Pasta-loving Berrettini hungry for US Open success

Pasta-loving Berrettini hungry for US Open success

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Four years ago Berrettini was playing a Futures event in Italy and on Wednesday became the first Italian man since Corrado Barazzutti 42 years ago to reach the US Open semi-finals.

Frozen 2 Review

Frozen 2 Review

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

'For kids, the audience Frozen 2 is focusing on, it's a world they would love to be part of.' 'It teaches life doesn't have to be hunky dory after a happy ending, but it's fixable if there is love,' says Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Can Rajasthan stop rampaging KKR?

Can Rajasthan stop rampaging KKR?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

KKR will head to the game with the belief that the side can win from any situation, which they have demonstrated time and again.

How ISRO tamed 'naughty boy' GSLV-D5

How ISRO tamed 'naughty boy' GSLV-D5

Rediff.com5 Jan 2014

India on Sunday successfully launched its heavy-duty rocket with indigenous cryogenic engine that placed a communication satellite into the orbit, with Indian Space Research Organisation scientists finally taming the 'naughty boy' GSLV and propelling the country into an elite club of countries.

Spaniards Nadal, Muguruza named ITF world champions

Spaniards Nadal, Muguruza named ITF world champions

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Spaniards Rafael Nadal and Garbine Muguruza were named as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) world champions on Friday - the first time in 19 years the awards have gone to players from the same country.