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Here's how McCullum helped Pope to overcome fear of getting out

Here's how McCullum helped Pope to overcome fear of getting out

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Ollie Pope has credited head coach Brendon McCullum

India's CV sales volume to reach close to 1-mn units by FY24: Fitch

India's CV sales volume to reach close to 1-mn units by FY24: Fitch

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Domestic commercial-vehicle (CV) sales volume will witness significant growth over the next few years and the overall CV volume is likely to reach close to 1-million units by FY24, a report said on Wednesday. The report by credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings also expects growing demand and the resultant rise in operating leverage to boost the profitability of the domestic CV-focused original equipment manufacturers after FY22, despite elevated production costs. A recovery in medium and heavy CVs from multi-year lows, along with sustained growth in light CV categories, will help overall CV volume to reach close to 1-million units by FY24 - the level of the last cyclical peak recorded in FY19, it said.

England seamer Wood realistic of Ashes opportunity

England seamer Wood realistic of Ashes opportunity

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Alongside old war horses James Anderson and Stuart Broad, Jofra Archer, Matthew Potts, Saqib Mahmood, Ollie Robinson, Sam Curran and Olly Stone are also likely to fight for a place in the team for the Ashes, which will begin with the first Test at Edgbaston on June 16.

Will Ben Stokes play for CSK in IPL 2023?

Will Ben Stokes play for CSK in IPL 2023?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Michael Vaughan called on Stokes to forgo the IPL to boost his chances of being fully fit for the Ashes

Jaw-Dropping Jewels From Cannes

Jaw-Dropping Jewels From Cannes

Rediff.com30 May 2022

10 accessory trends straight off the Cannes red carpet.

Google gets notices for non-payment of penalties

Google gets notices for non-payment of penalties

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

The Competition Commission is understood to have issued demand notices to Google for its failure to pay within the stipulated time the penalties imposed on the internet major for anti-competitive practices, according to sources. Google has filed appeals before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) against the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) two orders in October. The appeals are yet to be heard by the tribunal.

Google pauses in-house billing system in India on antitrust directive

Google pauses in-house billing system in India on antitrust directive

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Google has said that it is pausing enforcement of Google Play billing system (GPBS) for developers in India. This comes after the Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a penalty of Rs 2,275 crore in two cases and an immediate cease-and-desist order of its policies of running the Android Mobile device and Play Store ecosystem. In a statement, the company said, "Following the CCI's recent ruling, we are pausing enforcement of the requirement for developers to use Google Play's billing system for the purchase of digital goods and services for transactions by users in India.

Google on Rs 936 cr fine slapped by CCI

Google on Rs 936 cr fine slapped by CCI

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Slapped with a second hefty fine for anti-competitive practices, Google India on Wednesday said it remains committed to users and developers and is reviewing the antitrust body's order to evaluate next steps. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Tuesday slapped a Rs 936 crore fine on Google for "abusing" its dominant position on its Android mobile app store and ordered it not to prevent app developers from using third-party billing or payment processing services in India. That penalty came just days after a Rs 1,337.76 crore fine was imposed on it for abusing the dominant position of its Android smartphone operating system. Commenting on Tuesday's CCI order, a Google India spokesperson said Indian app developers have benefited from the technology, security, consumer protection, choice and flexibility that Android and Google Play provide.

Ton-man Root pulls out shots to reveal new avatar

Ton-man Root pulls out shots to reveal new avatar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Root helped kick off England's sparkling run under Stokes by scoring a mountain of runs against New Zealand and India in the home summer.

'Door open' for Test return, says England's Moeen

'Door open' for Test return, says England's Moeen

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Moeen Ali said he is open to playing Test cricket again

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

A pick of just 10 watchable (a couple of them admittedly in the so-bad-it's-fun category) foreign films starring Bollywood stars in significant roles are available to watch on streaming platforms.

3rd Test: England dismiss Pakistan for 304 on Day 1

3rd Test: England dismiss Pakistan for 304 on Day 1

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

England were 7-1 at stumps with Ben Duckett (4) and Ollie Pope (3) batting together

Elvis Review

Elvis Review

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Elvis is a missed opportunity, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'Bazball' revolution continues as England thrash New Zealand

'Bazball' revolution continues as England thrash New Zealand

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

England's "Bazball" revolution continued apace on Sunday when the tourists wrapped up a thumping 267-run victory over New Zealand in the opening session of the fourth day of the first Test.

1st Test PIX: Broad's magical spell puts England in driver's seat

1st Test PIX: Broad's magical spell puts England in driver's seat

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

As curtains dropped on the third day of the first Test against New Zealand, England strengthened their stranglehold with Stuart Broad ripping through the Kiwi top-order at the Bay Oval.

In layoff season, Google may fire 10,000 'low performing' employees

In layoff season, Google may fire 10,000 'low performing' employees

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is likely to join the list of Big Tech companies going for large-scale layoffs. With this, almost the entire universe of FAANG - acronym for Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google - has now come under the layoff turbulence hitting tens of thousands of tech jobs around the world. Reports surfaced on Tuesday about the Mountain View (California)-headquartered tech giant planning to fire around 10,000 employees.

When Biden Invited Macron For Dinner...

When Biden Invited Macron For Dinner...

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Glimpses from the first State dinner at the White House in the Biden administration.

Google to axe 12,000 workers; CEO Pichai says 'sorry'

Google to axe 12,000 workers; CEO Pichai says 'sorry'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Google will lay off 12,000 jobs across the globe, its CEO Sundar Pichai announced on Friday, becoming the latest tech giant after Microsoft, Facebook and Amazon to retrench staff en mass amid the global economic downturn. In an email to employees, the Indian-origin CEO said: "I have some difficult news to share. We've decided to reduce our workforce by approximately 12,000 roles." Pichai said the layoffs at Google were carried out after a "rigorous review" of its operations.

New Zealand stun England in thriller; level series 1-1

New Zealand stun England in thriller; level series 1-1

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The two-match series ended in a 1-1 draw, with England having won the first Test in Mount Maunganui by 267 runs.

Why Shreyas is not sad after being knocked out of IPL

Why Shreyas is not sad after being knocked out of IPL

Rediff.com19 May 2022

'I love the way Rinku got us till the end but unfortunately couldn't time it when two balls were remaining'

Google announces third-party 'in app' billing pilot in India

Google announces third-party 'in app' billing pilot in India

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Google on Friday announced that third-party 'in app' billing system pilot will be extended to India and some other markets, allowing non-gaming developers to offer users the choice of an alternative billing mechanism alongside that of Google Play. A reasonable service fees will continue to apply in order to support investments in Android and Play, according to Google. However, specifics of what the reasonable service fees will be, have not been disclosed.

Why McCullum finds the term 'bazball' silly

Why McCullum finds the term 'bazball' silly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

'Bazball' could be the most used term in world cricket over the last one month but the inspiration behind it, England Test coach Brendon McCullum, finds the incessant talk around the newly coined word 'silly'.

A Relieved Shreyas!

A Relieved Shreyas!

Rediff.com3 May 2022

On Monday, May 2, 2022, the Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing run at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

OTT This Week: Love. Thrillers. Shaadis

OTT This Week: Love. Thrillers. Shaadis

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Superheroes, supervillains, biopics, thrillers, teenage dramas, shaadis, Sukanya Verma offers an all-you-can-eat buffet on OTT this long weekend.

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

How Jordan's Bulls inspired Trinbago Knight Riders to CPL crown

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Raza credited Trinbago Knight Riders credited McCullum for defining a clear role for him.

Golden Globes: Top 10 Moments

Golden Globes: Top 10 Moments

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Following a year of pandemic prompted no-show and another of backlash for its staggering lack of representation, the Golden Globes felt more atonement than awards ceremony in its 80th iteration.

Google files writ with Delhi HC against CCI after 'leak' of confidential report

Google files writ with Delhi HC against CCI after 'leak' of confidential report

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Google on Thursday said it has moved the Delhi high court against the leak of antitrust body CCI's confidential report pertaining to the investigation against the tech giant. Google, in a statement, said it aims to prevent any further unlawful disclosures of confidential findings by the investigative arm of Competition Commission of India (CCI). The tech giant noted that it has "not yet received or reviewed this confidential report".

Dalit rights body in US accuses Google of being casteist, a hostile workplace

Dalit rights body in US accuses Google of being casteist, a hostile workplace

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

A US-based Dalit civil rights organisation on Thursday accused Google of having a casteist and hostile workplace practices.

Cannes: Deepika's BEST Look? VOTE!

Cannes: Deepika's BEST Look? VOTE!

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Which of Deepika's looks grabbed your attention? Vote now!

Golden Globes: RRR's Naatu Naatu Wins Best Original Song

Golden Globes: RRR's Naatu Naatu Wins Best Original Song

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

A quick look at the winners of the 80th Annual Golden Globe awards.

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The next 12 months will see many world cinema heavyweights unveiling exciting new films.

Kohli is quite intense and quite fierce in the field: Jamieson

Kohli is quite intense and quite fierce in the field: Jamieson

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Virat Kohli is intense and aggressive on the field but off it he is nice and welcoming, according to his Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate New Zealand pacer Kyle Jameison. The lanky pacer said the Indian skipper is extremely passionate about winning.

Bollywood's Ticket To Hollywood

Bollywood's Ticket To Hollywood

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Desi sightings in Western fare are no longer a rarity.

In Kenyan prison as in Moscow: Russia beat Saudi Arabia 5-0

In Kenyan prison as in Moscow: Russia beat Saudi Arabia 5-0

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Host nation Russia beat Saudi Arabia 5-0 at the opening match of the World Cup on Thursday, exactly mirroring the scoreline of a match played on a dirt pitch in a jail in Africa thousands of miles away.

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Test Your Big Cat IQ

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Do you know the differences between the cheetah and the leopard?

I owe few dinners to McCullum and KKR staff for that auction bid, says Cummins

I owe few dinners to McCullum and KKR staff for that auction bid, says Cummins

Rediff.com9 May 2020

Pat Cummins was slated to don KKR jersey again in the IPL this year but the tournament originally scheduled from March 29 has been postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Spotted! Celebrities at Australian Open

Spotted! Celebrities at Australian Open

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

We spotted some celebs from the world of Hollywood, cricket and comedy enjoying some tennis action and here we give a glimpse of them...

'It's fantastic the way Iyer has scored his runs'

'It's fantastic the way Iyer has scored his runs'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Eoin Morgan praised rookie opener Venkatesh Iyer for batting fearlessly in only his second game.

Death toll in Gaza soars to 188; ceasefire likely with US pressure

Death toll in Gaza soars to 188; ceasefire likely with US pressure

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The death toll in Palestine due to Israeli airstrikes has reached 188 as the conflict entered its seventh day on Sunday.

World's last male northern white rhino dies

World's last male northern white rhino dies

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

The 45-year-old rhino named Sudan had been in poor health in recent days and was being treated for age-related issues and multiple infections.