News for '-carter'

Rajesh Khanna's bungalow sold, signals end of an era

Rajesh Khanna's bungalow sold, signals end of an era

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

Superstar Rajesh Khanna's bungalow Aashirwad has been sold and will now be occupied by an unknown businessman.

Dr R R Subramanian on the nuclear equation

Dr R R Subramanian on the nuclear equation

Rediff.com21 Jan 2003

'China will continue to play Pakistan against India to achieve complete superiority. But China at best is a regional power, we must not exaggerate its capabilities,' says nuclear analyst Dr R R Subramanian.

India, US sign deals for 22 Apache choppers, 15 Chinook copters

India, US sign deals for 22 Apache choppers, 15 Chinook copters

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

India on Monday signed a nearly USD 3 billion (around Rs 198 crore) deal for purchase of 22 Apache attack helicopters and 15 Chinook heavy-lift choppers with American aviation giant Boeing and the US government.

Singh takes lead at Chrysler

Singh takes lead at Chrysler

Rediff.com31 Oct 2004

The world number one golfer finished on 12-under 201 to lead Tommy Armour III by one stroke at the Chrysler Championship after three rounds.

Ram Jethmalani: The man who never minced words

Ram Jethmalani: The man who never minced words

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Even as politics engaged him more, he never hid his way of life. On one occasion, Morarji Desai pleaded with him to stop drinking publicly. "You stick to your pissky and I'll stick to my whisky'' he is supposed to have told him.

PHOTOS: Clinical West Indies secure quarters berth

PHOTOS: Clinical West Indies secure quarters berth

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

Photos of the Pool B game between West Indies and United Arab Emirates being played in Napier

World Bank to lend $220 mn to AP

World Bank to lend $220 mn to AP

Rediff.com15 Jan 2004

World Bank will provide another $220 million loan to Andhra Pradesh to expedite the reforms process even as it was considering sanctioning such loans to Tamil Nadu and Orissa as well.

Nagma denies underworld links

Nagma denies underworld links

Rediff.com15 Feb 2005

Mourning headed for Miami

Mourning headed for Miami

Rediff.com12 Feb 2005

This season, Mourning averaged 10.4 points and 7.1 rebounds in 18 games.

High-ranking US defence official coming to India with an agenda

High-ranking US defence official coming to India with an agenda

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Deborah Lee James will travel to India later this month as part of a maiden visit to four Asian countries that would also take her to Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines and will discuss the situation in the South China sea as well as the growing threat of terrorism.

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

The 77th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There were a few surprises and some expected nods. A quick glance at the winners, listed in bold.

Roma, The Favourite lead 2019's Oscar nominations!

Roma, The Favourite lead 2019's Oscar nominations!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Which films are *you* rooting for?

Govt, World Bank sign $250 million credit pact

Govt, World Bank sign $250 million credit pact

Rediff.com4 Feb 2003

The government and World Bank on Tuesday signed an agreement for a credit of 180 million SDR ($250 million equivalent) from International Development Agency for the Technical Engineering Education Quality Improvement Project.

India protests over Kathua, Unnao rape cases

India protests over Kathua, Unnao rape cases

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

People, carrying "Not In My Name" placards and forming human chains, protested across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa and Kerala.

World Bank to up aid to India

World Bank to up aid to India

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

Optimistic of India sustaining 8.0 per cent GDP growth, World Bank on Friday indicated that it will step up assistance to the country next fiscal from close to $2.0 billion this fiscal.

India can grow at 8%, enthuses World Bank

India can grow at 8%, enthuses World Bank

Rediff.com19 Dec 2003

World Bank is optimistic that the Indian economy can grow by 6-8 per cent in the coming years but has asked the government to improve social services like education and health.

World Bank to double aid to India

World Bank to double aid to India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

The World Bank on Friday indicated that it will double its lending to India to $2.5-3.0 billion annually within 2-3 years, and said it plans to raise $100 million from the domestic market through bonds.

Explained: Does Iowa matter in the race to the White House?

Explained: Does Iowa matter in the race to the White House?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

All this caucus talk and the US elections itself has left you confused, don't worry, we're here to help.

World Athletics: Bolt leads Jamaica to relay gold; completes fourth 'treble'

World Athletics: Bolt leads Jamaica to relay gold; completes fourth 'treble'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2013

Usain Bolt won his third gold medal of the 14th IAAF World Championships on Sunday when he led Jamaica to the gold in the 4 x100 metres relay.

Oscars 2019: Rami Malek wins Best Actor

Oscars 2019: Rami Malek wins Best Actor

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The complete set of winners on Oscar night!

Sheena Bora Trial: The man with the pistol

Sheena Bora Trial: The man with the pistol

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

'He had a carry bag made of plastic. One pistol came out of it. There was also a magazine which had three rounds. And a mobile and a Rs 100 currency note.' No prizes for guessing who that was...

Where did the statement vanish?!

Where did the statement vanish?!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The attempts to unearth the document started getting more and more frantic. The clerks began to flip pages of files full of documents, some hand written, some bearing thick seals or multiple stamps, some in Hindi, some in Marathi. Several junior lawyers joined in, perusing different files and dockets. But in spite of the best of efforts the document was not to be found.

Megan Fox to call off divorce?

Megan Fox to call off divorce?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

Mourning for George H W Bush

Mourning for George H W Bush

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

Bush's remains will lie in state in the US Capitol Rotunda till Wednesday, when he will be honoured with state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.

India's military embrace of the US comes at a price

India's military embrace of the US comes at a price

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

'The Modi government will do well to thrash out a national consensus before taking the leap and put itself in America's pouch,' says Rajeev Sharma.

Priyanka Chopra's BEST red carpet look? VOTE!

Priyanka Chopra's BEST red carpet look? VOTE!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

Take a look at Priyanka Chopra's dazzling red carpet appearances at the international award ceremonies.

US election: 'Ro' Khanna hopes he is second-time lucky

US election: 'Ro' Khanna hopes he is second-time lucky

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

Backed by top IT companies of the Silicon Valley, Indian-American Rohit "Ro" Khanna hopes to get second-time lucky in his effort to enter the US House of Representatives against Democratic Party's sitting lawmaker.

4 Reasons why India lost U-19 World Cup final

4 Reasons why India lost U-19 World Cup final

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

India skipper Ishan Kishan blamed poor fielding for his team's defeat in the final of the Under-19 World Cup against the West Indies.

Zaheer destroys West Indies 'A' to help India 'A' level series

Zaheer destroys West Indies 'A' to help India 'A' level series

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

Veteran pacer Zaheer Khan's sensational three-wicket burst helped India 'A' crush West Indies 'A' by an innings and 54 runs in the third and final unofficial Test to level the three-match series, in Hubli.

Pujara-led India 'A' wary of Windies after losing ODI series

Pujara-led India 'A' wary of Windies after losing ODI series

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Led by the in-form Cheteshwar Pujara, India 'A' will eye revenge for the ODI series loss when they take on a confident West Indies 'A' in the unofficial three-Test series, starting at the Gangotri Glades, in Mysore, on Wednesday.

World Cup: Holder to lead Windies; no Bravo or Pollard

World Cup: Holder to lead Windies; no Bravo or Pollard

Rediff.com11 Jan 2015

West Indies have left out all-rounders Dwayne Bravo and Kieron Pollard from their 15-man squad for the World Cup in February and March.

Diamond League: Fraser-Pryce rules the track; Oliver suffers setback

Diamond League: Fraser-Pryce rules the track; Oliver suffers setback

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Women's 100 metres world champion and Diamond Race leader Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce won.

What kind of First Lady will Melania Trump make?

What kind of First Lady will Melania Trump make?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Does Mrs Donald Trump realise that her immediate predecessor, Michelle Obama, is not the only hard act to follow, wonders Kanika Datta.

Asia Cup: India's Hong Kong dress rehearsal before Pakistan clash

Asia Cup: India's Hong Kong dress rehearsal before Pakistan clash

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The primary aim for the Rohit Sharma-led India against minnows Hong Kong would be to get their combination right before the big game against Pakistan on Wednesday.

Why Asia Cup is important for Dhoni...

Why Asia Cup is important for Dhoni...

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Rohit Sharma-led India's main aim would be to settle their middle-order combination and also find a perfect batting position for Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

'India's bid to join US alliance could irk China, Pak or even Russia'

'India's bid to join US alliance could irk China, Pak or even Russia'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

China's state-run media commented that India's close relationship with the US could create geopolitical rivalries in Asia.

Singapore police shoot dead man near Asia security summit venue

Singapore police shoot dead man near Asia security summit venue

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Police shot dead a man near the venue as he tried to flee a checkpoint in a car which was later found to contain drugs.

Miller, Akshar guide Punjab to victory over Barbados

Miller, Akshar guide Punjab to victory over Barbados

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

David Miller smashed a 34-ball 46 under pressure and Parvinder Awana scalped three wickets as Kings XI Punjab notched up a four-wicket victory over Barbados Trident in the Oppo Champions League twenty20 in Mohali.

Yet another damning report details how terror thrives in Af-Pak border

Yet another damning report details how terror thrives in Af-Pak border

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

In a blunt message to Pakistan, the United States has said that continued existence of terror safe havens in the country and its inability to take action against them affects their bilateral ties including security assistance.

Serena Williams pregnancy likely to boost sponsorship

Serena Williams pregnancy likely to boost sponsorship

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

A pregnant Serena Williams makes the tennis superstar even more attractive to corporate sponsors, allowing her to extend her reach into maternity wear and motherhood products, sponsorship industry executives said.