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Brotherly Battles In Cricket...

Brotherly Battles In Cricket...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The Pandya brothers have come a long way. There was a time when they survived on just Maggi noodles for three years while chasing their dream of becoming top cricketers. Today, Hardik's net worth exceeds 100 crores while Krunal's is estimated to be around 80 crores.

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

With the summer approaching sooner than scheduled, Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, and West Bengal have already started experiencing heat waves with temperatures soaring above 40°C.

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The varieties will take at least 4 to 5 years to reach farmers after they complete the usual cycle of breeder, foundation and certified seeds.

Study Abroad: Are US, UK Losing Out To Germany, NZ?

Study Abroad: Are US, UK Losing Out To Germany, NZ?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

With stricter policies dampening the US/UK dream, Germany, Ireland and New Zealand are emerges as new study abroad destinations for Indian students.

Young Buyers Power Lamborghini's India Drive

Young Buyers Power Lamborghini's India Drive

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

India ranks 6th in the Asia-Pacific region for the Italian super luxury carmaker.

Holi Or Jumma? Bihar Politicos Heat Up Festival Time

Holi Or Jumma? Bihar Politicos Heat Up Festival Time

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Ahead of Holi, controversial statements by leaders of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and its ally Janata Dal-United in Bihar have heated up politics in the state which goes to the polls this winter.

IndiGo Airlines World's Second Fastest-growing Airline In Seat Capacity

IndiGo Airlines World's Second Fastest-growing Airline In Seat Capacity

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

IndiGo is only behind Qatar Airways, which grew slightly faster at 10.4 per cent in the same period, according to the latest data from Official Airline Guide (OAG) based on 20 top airlines in the world.

'This Year, We Will Commence Full Refit Of B787s'

'This Year, We Will Commence Full Refit Of B787s'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'That refresh programme -- because they are big aircraft and we cannot ground them all at the same time -- will last well into 2027.'

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

>The Indian Army still uses old British-era names and recruits soldiers based on caste or region, which hurts national unity, argues Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

From Private Chefs to Jungle Bubbles

From Private Chefs to Jungle Bubbles

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

From high-end villas with private sommeliers to exclusive showcases at cultural centres to private sessions with Michelin-starred chefs and celebrities, hotel chains are pulling out all the stops

'Even One Crash Is Too Many'

'Even One Crash Is Too Many'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The death of a young pilot and three fighter jet crashes prompt the question -- should there be more simulation training?

2024 saw boom in India's commercial real estate

2024 saw boom in India's commercial real estate

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Global capability centres (GCCs) remained one of the major drivers of this huge spurt in demand for office spaces.

Putin Seems Pleased To Meet Rajnath

Putin Seems Pleased To Meet Rajnath

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'Friendship between our countries is higher than the highest mountain and deeper than the deepest ocean,' the defence minister told the Russian president.

Spotted! Biden & Hunter Before The Pardon

Spotted! Biden & Hunter Before The Pardon

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

A couple of days before outgoing United States President Joe Biden issued 'a full and unconditional pardon' to Hunter Biden, POTUS and son were spotted in Nantucket for his final Thanksgiving holiday as leader of the free world.

Gautam Adani's Seva At Kumbh Mela

Gautam Adani's Seva At Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and Preeti Adani distribute food at the ISKCON temple camp during the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj on Tuesday, January 21, 2025

So, This Is Bhole Baba!

So, This Is Bhole Baba!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Self-styled godman Surajpal also known as 'Bhole Baba' appeared before the judicial commission in Lucknow investigating the July 2 stampede at his congregation in Hathras which led to the death of 121 people, most of them women and children.

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

'Rather than assuaging the feelings of the Hindus accommodated in schools and hospitals, she calls a meeting of imams and tries to assuage them.'

India Eyes Bigger Share Of US Electronics Market

India Eyes Bigger Share Of US Electronics Market

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

In 2023, the share of US electronics imports from India was a mere 1.9 per cent of the $520 billion they imported, while the total Indian electronics exports to the US was pegged at only $10 billion.

IPO Pipeline Runs Dry In March, 1st In 2 Yrs

IPO Pipeline Runs Dry In March, 1st In 2 Yrs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Industry players said the sharp sell-off in February forced many companies to put off their listing plans

'There's A Cost To Supporting Terrorism'

'There's A Cost To Supporting Terrorism'

Rediff.com7 May 2025

'Whatever we do, the purpose will be to re-establish deterrence.'

Dr Joshi Is 91. Guess Who Wished Him?

Dr Joshi Is 91. Guess Who Wished Him?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Bharatiya Janata Party President (and Health Minister) J P Nadda and two of his predecessors (Defence Minister) Rajnath Singh and (Home Minister) Amit Shah called on former BJP president (1991 to 1993) Dr Murli Manohar Joshi on his 91st birthday.

Thousands At Terror Victims' Funerals

Thousands At Terror Victims' Funerals

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Thousands attended the funerals of Indian Army porters Zahoor Ahmad Mir and Mushtaq Ahmad Chaudary who were murdered by terrorists who attacked an army vehicle in the Botapathri area of Gulmarg on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Govt Seeks Siam's Ideas to Rev Up EV Adoption

Govt Seeks Siam's Ideas to Rev Up EV Adoption

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Top executives from Siam and major carmakers recently met with Heavy Industries Secretary Kamran Rizvi to discuss the matter. Officials from NITI Aayog were also present.

Tukaram Omble's Sacrifice Must Never Be Forgotten

Tukaram Omble's Sacrifice Must Never Be Forgotten

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Sixteen years have passed since that horrific night in November that claimed 166 lives and wounded over 300 people.' On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, a grateful city paid homage to the martyrs who made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting the cowardly Pakistani murderers during the Mumbai terror attacks of November 26, 27, 28, 29 2008.

Gold Hits 1 Lakh: Hold, Buy or Sell?

Gold Hits 1 Lakh: Hold, Buy or Sell?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Investors' decisions should reflect their financial goals, risk tolerance, and the amount of gold already present in their portfolio.'

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The interplay between domestic and foreign capital will shape India's equity markets.

Can Tesla Make In India For Below $23,000?

Can Tesla Make In India For Below $23,000?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

The Indian automotive market offers around 1 million units annual volume opportunity at a price above $23,000.

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

He would often cross the railway tracks next to the Wankhede stadium just to catch a glimpse of the top Mumbai players. Today, a stand at that very stadium bears his name.

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Seafood is one of India's largest agricultural exports after basmati rice and buffalo meat.

International flights at Navi Mumbai airport by July next year

International flights at Navi Mumbai airport by July next year

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

It is the first airport in the country to have multi-modal connectivity. This includes a linkage to the project via road, rail, and a metro system.

Govinda Blows A Kiss After Discharge

Govinda Blows A Kiss After Discharge

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Movie star Govinda was discharged from the Criticare hospital in Juhu, north west Mumbai, on Friday, October 4, 2024, four days after he was injured in the leg in a self-inflicted gunshot wound from his revolver.

Advantage India textile industry after Trump tariffs

Advantage India textile industry after Trump tariffs

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

According to an industry expert, companies such as Trident, Welspun India, Arvind, KPR Mill, Vardhman Textiles, Page Industries, Raymond, and Alok Industries stand to gain, as revenue from the US market accounts for 20-60 per cent of their earnings.

Car sales on slow lane in FY25 amid weak urban demand

Car sales on slow lane in FY25 amid weak urban demand

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Sluggish urban demand, a high base effect, and weak sales of hatchbacks and sedans weigh down passenger vehicle sales in FY25.

Spine-Chilling Cold Grips Kashmir

Spine-Chilling Cold Grips Kashmir

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Srinagar recorded its third lowest December temperature in 133 years on Saturday.

Modi Bows To Kashmir's Voters

Modi Bows To Kashmir's Voters

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Umar Ganie captures glimpses from Narendra D Modi's election rally in Srinagar on Thursday.

DPIIT to Rope In Corporates For Startup Boost

DPIIT to Rope In Corporates For Startup Boost

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Companies have been approached to set up incubation centres that will offer financial and non-financial support to manufacturing startups at various levels.

Mum's Blessings For Ajitdada

Mum's Blessings For Ajitdada

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Though Ajit Pawar didn't include his mum's name when taking the oath as Maharashtra's deputy CM for a record sixth time, he sought his 87-year-old mother Asha Pawar's blessings before being sworn in.

Ding Lost Deliberately: Russia

Ding Lost Deliberately: Russia

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'The match,' asserted FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich, 'has been played at the highest standards of fair play, no investigation is required.'

Naga Sadhus Perform Shahi Snan

Naga Sadhus Perform Shahi Snan

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Hundreds of Naga Sadhus took a dip in the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

India's next big business op: Hub for undersea cables?

India's next big business op: Hub for undersea cables?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

While India has become the largest data generating nation, and hosts more than 152 data centres, it is fed by only 18 undersea cables.