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Liquor Flows In Dry Bihar During Polls

Liquor Flows In Dry Bihar During Polls

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Four times more liquor has been seized in the 2024 election than during the 2019 polls.

Mayhem And Melee At Shambhu Barrier

Mayhem And Melee At Shambhu Barrier

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Farmers leaders on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, put the 'Delhi Chalo' march on hold for two days after a protester was killed and about 12 police personnel injured in clashes at Khanauri, one of the two protest sites on the Punjab-Haryana border.

Kohli, Gill, Shami nominated for ODI Cricketer of Year 2023

Kohli, Gill, Shami nominated for ODI Cricketer of Year 2023

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Mohammed Shami feature among the ODI Cricketer of the Year nominees.

T20 WC: Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to enter semis

T20 WC: Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to enter semis

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Afghanistan rode on a late cameo from skipper Rashid Khan to post 115 for 5 against Bangladesh in their concluding T20 World Cup Super Eight match in St Vincent on Tuesday. His 10-ball 19, which included 3 sixes, enabled the team put up a respectable total after Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran got Afghanistan off to a slow, but steady start.

England Ready To Stun India In Dharamsala

England Ready To Stun India In Dharamsala

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Amidst a challenging tour of India, England finds themselves in the serene embrace of Dharamsala for the final Test.

World Cup: 'When Virat gets in, he gets the crowd onside, he feels unstoppable'

World Cup: 'When Virat gets in, he gets the crowd onside, he feels unstoppable'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Australian batters lacked intent and failed to play an aggressive brand of cricket against India's world class spinners, said former skipper Aaron Finch, adding they will need to bring a change in their mindset to be at the forefront.

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A look at how India's athletes fared on Day 4, Tuesday, July 30, 2024:

World doffs hat as 'maestro' Kohli breaks barriers

World doffs hat as 'maestro' Kohli breaks barriers

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Wishes poured in on social media as Virat Kohli brought up his historic 50th ODI during India's semifinal against New Zealand at the Wankhede.

What's David Beckham Doing At Wankhede?

What's David Beckham Doing At Wankhede?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Beckham, a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, is on a three-day visit to India

Advent to infuse Rs 2,475 cr into Apollo Hospitals' arm

Advent to infuse Rs 2,475 cr into Apollo Hospitals' arm

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Apollo HealthCo Ltd (AHL), a subsidiary of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise (AHEL), on Friday entered into a binding agreement to raise equity capital of Rs 2,475 crore from Advent International (Advent), one of the world's largest private equity (PE) players. The transaction will also see the merger of two units under Apollo Healthco - its wholesale pharma distribution unit Keimed Pvt Ltd and online healthcare business Apollo 24'7. The merger will take place in a phased manner over the next 24-30 months.

Modi hails EC for 'violence-free' LS polls in first 2 phases

Modi hails EC for 'violence-free' LS polls in first 2 phases

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Modi also said the way the Indian elections are being conducted could be a learning process for other democracies.

Maxwell kills self-doubt with blistering century

Maxwell kills self-doubt with blistering century

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'It's a bit weird that I had to calm myself down for the first 20 odd balls and rebuild.'

Can India win their 3rd World Cup after record win?

Can India win their 3rd World Cup after record win?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The result at Eden Gardens has raised hopes that come Nov. 19, India will be lifting the 50-over World Cup trophy for a third time following their triumphs in 1983 and 2011.

Seen These Shocked Faces?

Seen These Shocked Faces?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Before Sunday's game, Australia's Captain Pat Cummins said he wanted to silence the spectators at the Narendra D Modi stadium, and by jove! that's what his team did.

The 92,000 odd spectators watched Travis Head pummel the Indian bowlers taking his team to the brink of a memorable triumph in silence.

SC seeks EC reply on fresh poll if NOTA gets majority in a constituency

SC seeks EC reply on fresh poll if NOTA gets majority in a constituency

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The top court issued notice to the Election Commission on the PIL filed by author, activist and motivational speaker Shiv Khera.

How India Have Fared In World Cup Finals

How India Have Fared In World Cup Finals

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Out of six finals played, India have won three World titles, including two ODI World Cups (1983 and 2011) and one T20 World Cup in 2007.

Ram Rajya, What Does It Mean?

Ram Rajya, What Does It Mean?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

The BJP has been talking about Ram Rajya for years now. I have asked many a right winger what that means, but they cannot say beyond good government, notes A Ganesh Nadar.

Delhi hospital fire: Families yet to identify babies

Delhi hospital fire: Families yet to identify babies

Rediff.com26 May 2024

"Allah ko pyaari ho gayi meri beti," said Ansaar, whose 11-day-old daughter was among the seven newborns killed in a blaze at a childcare hospital.

We got more timid as the series went on: McCullum

We got more timid as the series went on: McCullum

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

After the end of the fifth and final Test match against India in Dharamsala, England head coach Brendon McCullum said that the visitors were more "timid" as the series went on.

Stokes defends aggressive approach after series defeat

Stokes defends aggressive approach after series defeat

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

'You've just got to be positive enough to take that risk, accept that it may lead to your downfall. But when the intent is there and you have a clear reason as to why you are playing that shot, you can hold your hands up and accept it.'

World Cup: 'Rohit Sharma is India's real hero'

World Cup: 'Rohit Sharma is India's real hero'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Former England captain Nasser Hussain hailed skipper Rohit Sharma as the 'real hero' for changing the culture of the Indian team.

Injured Shami ruled out of IPL, to undergo ankle surgery

Injured Shami ruled out of IPL, to undergo ankle surgery

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Shami, who was one of the architects of India's stupendous World Cup campaign with 24 wickets, played through pain as he had problems with his landing but didn't let it affect his performance.

PHOTOS: Records tumble as Maxwell puts on Big show in Delhi

PHOTOS: Records tumble as Maxwell puts on Big show in Delhi

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Here are a slew of records that were scripted on Wednesday...

Kotak Mahindra Bank reports 25% rise in Q4 net profit

Kotak Mahindra Bank reports 25% rise in Q4 net profit

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Kotak Mahindra Bank on Saturday reported a 25 per cent growth in its March quarter net profit at Rs 5,302 crore, limited by a drop in the core income due to narrow interest margins. On a standalone basis, the city-headquartered lender's Q4 net profit grew 18 per cent to Rs 4,133 crore. The FY24 consolidated net profit grew 22 per cent to Rs 18,213 crore.

Kohli's consistency, Gayle's power: T20 World Cup legends shine

Kohli's consistency, Gayle's power: T20 World Cup legends shine

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Here's a rundown on the leading run-getters and the ones with best strike rates in the T20 showpiece.

Prithvi set to comeback to competitive cricket

Prithvi set to comeback to competitive cricket

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

India batter Prithvi Shaw to make his comeback to competitive cricket after being included in Mumbai's squad for the upcoming 2023-24 Ranji Trophy.

Irfan questions denial of central contracts to Iyer, Kishan

Irfan questions denial of central contracts to Iyer, Kishan

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Former India pacer Irfan Pathan has questioned the BCCI's decision to deny central contracts to Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer for ignoring a diktat to play Ranji Trophy, saying that players like Hardik Pandya have not been judged on the same parameter.

Gavaskar backs 'Viratball' to outshine 'Bazball'

Gavaskar backs 'Viratball' to outshine 'Bazball'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Sunil Gavaskar has backed 'Viratball' to counter England's much talked about 'Bazball'

You'd want a player like Stokes in a big game.. but: Hussain

You'd want a player like Stokes in a big game.. but: Hussain

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes experienced all-rounder Ben Stokes made the "right decision" to withdraw from the T20 World Cup.

Under-fire Bairstow nears landmark, McCullum shows faith in batter

Under-fire Bairstow nears landmark, McCullum shows faith in batter

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Despite losing the series, McCullum maintains positive outlook.

'T20 is a batters' game; it challenges you as a bowler'

'T20 is a batters' game; it challenges you as a bowler'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

The T20 format has always favoured batters, and that has gone to a 'whole new level' in this Indian Premier League, feels Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins.

'How Can You Body-Shame Someone For Your Fun?'

'How Can You Body-Shame Someone For Your Fun?'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

'If a senior person like Ranvir Shorey, who has worked in the industry for so many years, cannot take a stand for me, what should I expect from the others?'

Rahul, India's Understated Mr Reliable

Rahul, India's Understated Mr Reliable

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Rahul has emerged as a beacon of consistency in World Cup 2023.

India will win the World Cup, says a confident Shastri

India will win the World Cup, says a confident Shastri

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

India will be overwhelming favourites in the upcoming World Cup final against Australia, the team's former head coach Ravi Shastri said on Friday while urging the hosts to stick to their game plans.

Jarvo 69 Invades Chepauk!

Jarvo 69 Invades Chepauk!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

As India faced off against Australia in their ICC Men's ODI World Cup opener at the M A Chidambaram stadium in Chennai, the game saw some early drama.

Kohli steals the show and the Player of the Match award!

Kohli steals the show and the Player of the Match award!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'Sorry for stealing it (the player of the Match award) from Jaddu. I wanted to make a big contribution. I have made fifties in World Cups, wanted to finish it off this time.'

One match at a time: Rabada brushes aside the favourites tag

One match at a time: Rabada brushes aside the favourites tag

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Commanding wins in their two opening games have elevated South Africa as favourites in the World Cup but pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada insisted there is still a long way to go and the team is focused on taking one match at a time.

World Cup PIX: Rahul, Kohli steer India to easy victory

World Cup PIX: Rahul, Kohli steer India to easy victory

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Images from ICC Men's ODI World Cup match played between India and Australia at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, October 8.

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

How Wankhede stadium shaped Virat Kohli's career

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

From World Cup titles to personal highs to heartbreaks, Virat Kohli witnesses it all at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium

'Eid Mubarak to all!'

'Eid Mubarak to all!'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Bollywood stars take to social media to wish Eid Mubarak.