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Why Indian companies now prefer online launches

Why Indian companies now prefer online launches

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

What is driving the digital-first approach of traditional, legacy brands? Apart from the growing adoption of the internet in the country, brands are drawn to the agility of the medium.

Only Zidane better than Gerrard, says Owen

Only Zidane better than Gerrard, says Owen

Rediff.com15 Feb 2014

Steven Gerrard is second only to Zinedine Zidane in terms of his world-class status, says former England and Liverpool striker Michael Owen.

Davis Cup: Somdev, Bopanna-Myneni help India thrash Chinese Taipei

Davis Cup: Somdev, Bopanna-Myneni help India thrash Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

Somdev Devvarman took just eight minutes to complete the unfinished business as he beat Ti Chen 6-7 (4), 7-6 (3), 1-6, 6-2, 9-7 in the second singles to put India 2-0 ahead in the Asia/Oceania Group I Davis Cup tie in Indore on Saturday.

EPL PHOTOS: Rooney is a knockout for United

EPL PHOTOS: Rooney is a knockout for United

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Manchester United enjoyed perhaps their finest performance.

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

For the first time in India, Swiss Learning, an educational body managed by the Heads of Swiss Educational Institutes, has brought representatives from various schools from the country to meet stakeholders, Indian schools and parents of potential students.

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

'I always say I am a teacher by choice and an entrepreneur by chance.'

5 lessons from Dipa Karmakar, India's golden girl

5 lessons from Dipa Karmakar, India's golden girl

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Dipa Karmakar's achievement, says Divya Nair, has lessons for us all.

Kobe Bryant, the legend gets royal send-off

Kobe Bryant, the legend gets royal send-off

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant lit up the National Basketball Association with a work ethic.

PHOTOS: Italy on the verge of missing World Cup after Sweden loss

PHOTOS: Italy on the verge of missing World Cup after Sweden loss

Rediff.com11 Nov 2017

Sweden beat Italy 1-0 to gain the upperhand after their World Cup playoff first leg on a chilly night, while a young England side held Germany goalless and Belgium drew 3-3 with Mexico despite Romelu Lukaku's double but France eased to a 2-0 victory against Wales.

Vijender out of Worlds; Shiva, Nanao in pre-quarters

Vijender out of Worlds; Shiva, Nanao in pre-quarters

Rediff.com19 Oct 2013

India's top boxer Vijender Singh was knocked out after an intense second-round contest on a day of mixed fortunes for India that saw Shiva Thapa and comeback-man Nanao Singh punch their way in to the pre-quarters at the World Boxing Championships in Almaty. Kazakhstan.

2nd Test: Zimbabwe record historic 24-run win over Pakistan

2nd Test: Zimbabwe record historic 24-run win over Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Sep 2013

Zimbabwe completed only their 11th Test victory with a dramatic 24-run win over Pakistan at Harare Sports club on Saturday to draw the series 1-1.

He knew what made India 'India'

He knew what made India 'India'

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Martand Singh, the master of weaves, took India to the world.

Bhutan: Tiger's Nest, giant momos, Happiness

Bhutan: Tiger's Nest, giant momos, Happiness

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera takes in the best of Bhutan, a beautiful little kingdom that has bundles and bundles of goodness to offer.

Review: Mary Kom is a mediocre account of a magnificent reality

Review: Mary Kom is a mediocre account of a magnificent reality

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Sukanya Verma returns underwhelmed after watching Mary Kom.

Kevin Pietersen's Pataudi Memorial Lecture: Full Text

Kevin Pietersen's Pataudi Memorial Lecture: Full Text

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Full text of Kevin Pieterse's Pataudi Memorial Lecture in Bengaluru

When Queen Elizabeth tried dance mudras

When Queen Elizabeth tried dance mudras

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

Queen Elizabeth II had an impromptu lesson in Indian dance mudras, or ritual hand gestures, when the 90-year-old monarch met celebrated dancer and choreographer Arunima Kumar at the Buckingham Palace.

Davis Cup: Yuki loses; Czech Republic seal world group spot

Davis Cup: Yuki loses; Czech Republic seal world group spot

Rediff.com20 Sep 2015

A profligate Yuki Bhambri missed chances galore in a tame defeat against world number 40 Jiri Vesley as India lost the Davis Cup World Group Play-off tie against top seeds Czech Republic 1-3.

Adhiban advances to third round of World chess cup

Adhiban advances to third round of World chess cup

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Grandmaster and former national champion B Adhiban beat Brazilian Grandmaster Alexander Fier in the second round and advance to the third round of the chess World Cup in Tromso, Norway, on Thursday

In PHOTOS: Djokovic's rise ten years since Grand Slam debut

In PHOTOS: Djokovic's rise ten years since Grand Slam debut

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

A summary of Novak Djokovic's rise in the tennis circuit in photos.

Review: Mary Kom truly packs a punch

Review: Mary Kom truly packs a punch

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Mary Kom is a victory for its protagonist Priyanka Chopra, scriptwriter Saiwyn Quadras, and director Omung Kumar, says Laxmi Negi.

Even greater glory awaits Mithali Raj

Even greater glory awaits Mithali Raj

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

The semi-final against Australia and if the Indian women are fortunate, Sunday's final will decide her place in history as a captain, though she has long secured her position in the Elysium of women's cricket, says Haresh Pandya.

SRK, PM Modi, Vece Paes pay homage to departed hockey legend Shahid

SRK, PM Modi, Vece Paes pay homage to departed hockey legend Shahid

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Tributes poured in for India's former hockey captain Mohammed Shahid who passed into the ages at a Gurgaon hospital following multiple organ failure on Wednesday.

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Lewandowski helps Poland seal berth

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Lewandowski helps Poland seal berth

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup qualifiers played across Europe on Sunday

Tiger Woods is now Hero's global brand ambassador

Tiger Woods is now Hero's global brand ambassador

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

India's two-wheeler giant, the Hero Group, has signed American golf legend Tiger Woods as its brand ambassador in a four-year deal that targets capturing new markets in North America and Europe.

Test cricket could die in India if...

Test cricket could die in India if...

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

How will young batsmen brought up on T20 learn to build an innings? What about the technique to patiently negotiate hostile seam bowling conditions or the skill to play on difficult dusty turners? What about leaving the swinging ball outside off stump?

Leander Paes on dealing with jealous competitors and personal life issues

Leander Paes on dealing with jealous competitors and personal life issues

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

His monumental achievements notwithstanding, controversies keep chasing Leander Paes.

Football PHOTOS: Spain, Italy register easy wins

Football PHOTOS: Spain, Italy register easy wins

Rediff.com25 Mar 2017

Spain strolled to a 4-1 win at home to Israel, while Italy survived some first-half scares on the way to a 2-0 win and Ukraine registered a 1-0 home win over Ukraine in an action-packed game.

Day 6: What's hot at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

Day 6: What's hot at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

North Korean pair given warm welcome on Pyeongchang debut

2018's top 20 science colleges in India

2018's top 20 science colleges in India

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Presenting the Top 20 of 100 science colleges as per India Today's findings.

2018's top 20 science colleges in India

2018's top 20 science colleges in India

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Presenting the Top 20 of 100 science colleges as per India Today's findings.

Euro 2016: Wales continue their unbeaten run; Iceland stun Dutch

Euro 2016: Wales continue their unbeaten run; Iceland stun Dutch

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Wales continued their unbeaten start to the Euro 2016 campaign as a nervy 2-1 triumph over Cyprus, after they had been reduced to 10 men, bolstered the nation's dream of qualifying for a major championship finals for only the second time.

The lost and now 'found' Saraswati river

The lost and now 'found' Saraswati river

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

This Haryana village believes it has 'found' the Saraswati river of the Vedas.

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Cricket World Cup: All you wanted to know about the 14 venues

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The 14 grounds that will host matches during the February 14 - March 29 tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Chance for India to win Champions Trophy

Chance for India to win Champions Trophy

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

A resurgent Indian hockey team, with its penetrative attack and solid defence, can actually challenge for the top spot in the Champions Trophy.

Euro 2016: How the last 8 teams measure up

Euro 2016: How the last 8 teams measure up

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

With eight teams remaining at Euro 2016, a guide to the form of the quarter-finalists, looking at their strengths and weaknesses.

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Rediff.com11 May 2017

'In times to come this will be considered a watershed event, but only if the establishment can see the flag which is up and the straws in the wind which are flying,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Study in the UK: The best universities for students

Study in the UK: The best universities for students

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

The survey, conducted by the Times Higher Education (THE), ranks universities according to 21 parameters that enhance student experience.

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