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ISL expanded to 10 teams, Bengaluru FC one of them

ISL expanded to 10 teams, Bengaluru FC one of them

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The Indian Super League will be expanded to 10 teams this season with the organisers on Monday announcing two more franchises after a bidding process, with Bengaluru FC set to ply in the three-year-old ISL by leaving I-League.

IN PICS: 18 kg meteorite discovered in Antarctica

IN PICS: 18 kg meteorite discovered in Antarctica

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

An international team of scientists has discovered a 18kg meteorite in Antarctica -- the largest in nearly 25 years, which may help unlock the secrets of our solar system.

SBI Q4 net falls 18.5% to Rs 3,299 crore

SBI Q4 net falls 18.5% to Rs 3,299 crore

Rediff.com23 May 2013

The standalone total income of the bank rose to Rs 36,331 crore (Rs 363.31 billion) during the quarter, from Rs 33,959 crore (Rs 339.59 billion) in the corresponding period a year ago, SBI said in a statement.

Obama pardons his last turkey... and has a pun-fest

Obama pardons his last turkey... and has a pun-fest

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Puns flew high as President Obama cracked what he referred to as his "corny-copia of dad jokes about turkeys."

Sindhu triumphs in China to claim maiden Super Series title

Sindhu triumphs in China to claim maiden Super Series title

Rediff.com20 Nov 2016

Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu clinched her maiden Super Series Premier title after edging out Sun Yu of China in the finals of the China Open badminton tournament in Fuzhou on Sunday. Sindhu, who became the toast of the country after becoming the first Indian women to win a silver at Rio Games, continued her rampaging run as she lifted the prestigious title after beating Sun 21-11 17-21 21-11 in the summit clash that lasted an hour and nine minutes.

Will launch Lumia 950 soon, Surface Pro 4 in Jan 2016: Nadella

Will launch Lumia 950 soon, Surface Pro 4 in Jan 2016: Nadella

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Come January, Microsoft Corporation will launch the Surface Pro 4, its latest mobile computing device, in the country.

INS Vishal, Vikrant's successor, will have serious US tech

INS Vishal, Vikrant's successor, will have serious US tech

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

Beyond the British and Russian strands interwoven into the Indian Navy's equipment profile and the strong drive towards indigenisation evident today, its future in aircraft carriers appears increasingly linked with America.

Ahmedabad: Jailbreak plan by blasts accused thwarted

Ahmedabad: Jailbreak plan by blasts accused thwarted

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

"We have found a tunnel dug in the barrack where 14 of the serial bomb blasts accused are lodged. We have registered an FIR and investigation is on," said Superintendent of Sabarmati Central Jail V M Parghi.

Pathankot: NSG martyr Lt Col Niranjan's mortal remains brought to Bengaluru

Pathankot: NSG martyr Lt Col Niranjan's mortal remains brought to Bengaluru

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

His body will be taken to his native village in Kerala's Palakkad district later in the day for cremation.

With a shrinking fleet IAF has tough choices ahead

With a shrinking fleet IAF has tough choices ahead

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

The IAF has just 33 squadrons, 9 short of the 42 squadrons needed to tackle China and Pakistan together, says Ajai Shukla.

Why are people going for university tours?

Why are people going for university tours?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

High-flying KKR face SRH in battle for supremacy

High-flying KKR face SRH in battle for supremacy

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

Buoyant Kolkata Knight Riders will look to continue their winning momentum when they face defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

Syed Modi GP: Sindhu, Srikanth sail into quarters

Syed Modi GP: Sindhu, Srikanth sail into quarters

Rediff.com26 Jan 2017

Star India shuttlers P V Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth notched up comfortable victories but it was young Mumbai player Harsheel Dani who hogged the limelight at the Syed Modi Grand Prix Gold when he stunned H S Prannoy in straight games to storm into the quarter-finals in Lucknow on Thursday.

Rupee rebounds from 6-week lows

Rupee rebounds from 6-week lows

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Fresh month-end dollar demand from importers, mainly oil companies, affected the rupee's value against the dollar, a forex dealer said.

PHOTO ALBUM: Malabar war games 2016

PHOTO ALBUM: Malabar war games 2016

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Malabar 2016 -- a trilateral maritime exercise involving the Indian Navy, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and the US naval forces in the Indo-Asia-Pacific -- concluded on June 17.

US clears sale of Guardian drones to India

US clears sale of Guardian drones to India

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

In a late night statement, the White House said completion of these sales would increase bilateral defence trade to nearly USD 19 billion, supporting thousands of US jobs.

Jaitley says govt is open to scrapping 1% additional tax on GST

Jaitley says govt is open to scrapping 1% additional tax on GST

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

Jaitley says govt is open to scrapping 1% additional tax on GST

Hyundai launches new Elantra priced upto Rs 17.94 lakh

Hyundai launches new Elantra priced upto Rs 17.94 lakh

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Hyundai on Monday launched a new version of its premium sedan Elantra priced between Rs 14.13 lakh and Rs 17.94 lakh.

I-League: Lajong beat Prayag United 3-2

I-League: Lajong beat Prayag United 3-2

Rediff.com4 Nov 2012

Shillong Lajong FC defeated Prayag United FC 3-2 at an I-League match at the J N Stadium in Shillong on Sunday. The match was witnessed by a 18,000 strong crowd.

Lockheed Martin offers to build F-16s in India on assured orders from IAF

Lockheed Martin offers to build F-16s in India on assured orders from IAF

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The company wants to make F 16-Block 70 "for India, from India and export to the world".

Re pares early gains but ends 15 paise up

Re pares early gains but ends 15 paise up

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Forex dealers said dollar selling by exporters and a higher opening in the equity market also supported the rupee.

Hyundai Elantra makes a comeback

Hyundai Elantra makes a comeback

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

Offered with a 1.8-litre petrol and a 2.0-litre diesel option, the Elantra had a lot going for itself -- decent performance, good space, fairly reasonable dynamics and a good price tag.

Gauahar Khan wants to do it all

Gauahar Khan wants to do it all

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

'I want to play the heroine.' 'Why not?' 'I can dance, I can act and hopefully through Begum Jaan, people will notice me and say, 'Chalo isko yeh bhi karathay hai.'

Will Super Hornets bridge IAF's 200-aircraft gap?

Will Super Hornets bridge IAF's 200-aircraft gap?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Boeing expects the IAF to soon place an inquiry for twin-engine fighter jets to bridge a 200-aircraft gap in its armoury. And the Super Hornet is ready to fly in.

US Military jet crashes into apartment complex

US Military jet crashes into apartment complex

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

Media reports have said that a United States Navy F/A-18 jet has crashed in an apartment complex in Virginia. The two pilots ejected before the crash.

Pollard feels the heat after losing to Lahore Lions

Pollard feels the heat after losing to Lahore Lions

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

Having started their campaign in the Champions League Twenty20 with a loss, Mumbai Indians captain Kieron Pollard conceded that pressure would be on his side as they will have to win their next two matches to make it to the tournament proper.

F16, F18s would have given India unbeatable platforms: US

F16, F18s would have given India unbeatable platforms: US

Rediff.com2 Feb 2012

Having lost out on the multi-billion Indian Air Force contract, the Pentagon said American fighter jets -- F16 and F18 -- would have provided India unbeatable platforms with proven technologies at a competitive price.

Olympic hockey qualifier: Asunta to lead women's squad

Olympic hockey qualifier: Asunta to lead women's squad

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

Hockey India announced a 18-member women's squad for the London Olympic qualifiers, to be held at the Major Dhyan Chand National stadium, New Delhi from February 18.

World C'ships: Saina, Sindhu march into quarters

World C'ships: Saina, Sindhu march into quarters

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

India's shuttle queen Saina Nehwal emphatically progressed into the quarterfinals of the World Badminton Championship.

Rupee tumbles to over 7-month low, down 42 paise

Rupee tumbles to over 7-month low, down 42 paise

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

The dollar index was up by a whopping 0.45 per cent against basket of six major global rivals, which also pushed the rupee to log its biggest daily loss since September 15.

Aditya Puri continues to be the highest paid bank CEO

Aditya Puri continues to be the highest paid bank CEO

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Puri earned a salary of Rs 7.39 crore in FY15, up 21.74% from last year

Ambani said to give top oil executive telco duties

Ambani said to give top oil executive telco duties

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

Ambani is banking on new businesses to boost profit as earnings from producing oil and natural gas has slowed in the past three years.

Car majors' sales rise, Maruti suffers setback

Car majors' sales rise, Maruti suffers setback

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

The national capital-based company recorded sales of 82,870 units in the domestic market last month, a 19.15 per cent fall from 1,02,503 units in November, 2010.

Foreign investors are in need of some luck

Foreign investors are in need of some luck

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Foreign investors highlight growing risk to the India story.

India on the sidelines as the big boys spend

India on the sidelines as the big boys spend

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

As the United States and China joust for supremacy, India might remain on the sidelines with its limited resources.

Will this stunning Honda SUV ever come to India?

Will this stunning Honda SUV ever come to India?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

The HR-V will be an expensive buy for India

Major India-US defence deals to be signed next week

Major India-US defence deals to be signed next week

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

Members of his team and industry were right now in India, US Defence Secretary Ash Carter disclosed, 'looking at the potential co-production of fighter aircraft.'

IAF Fighter jet deal: It's Rafale vs Typhoon

IAF Fighter jet deal: It's Rafale vs Typhoon

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Which of the two aircraft will India chose? Let's take a closer look at the two aircraft.

Soon, Hyundai to drive in next-gen Elantra to India

Soon, Hyundai to drive in next-gen Elantra to India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Hyundai Elantra is likely to give it tough to rivals like Renault Fluence and Toyota Corolla.

Biocon Q1 net up 19% at Rs 93.50 crore

Biocon Q1 net up 19% at Rs 93.50 crore

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Profit up due to strong performance of biopharma segment.