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Gaming review: Devil May Cry

Gaming review: Devil May Cry

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

How good is this edition of the DMC series? Murali Venukumar weighs in the pros and cons

Indian FMCG firms eye slice of Pakistan market

Indian FMCG firms eye slice of Pakistan market

Rediff.com4 Sep 2012

The FMCG market in Pakistan is estimated to double in two to three years. The fact that the population in Pakistan was the world's sixth-largest offered immense scope to Indian FMCG companies.

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Sukanya Verma looks back at actors, who have sported multiple looks in a single film.

'Chidambaram constitutionally, politically accountable'

'Chidambaram constitutionally, politically accountable'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

As the Supreme Court dismissed a plea for making Finance Minister P Chidambaram a co-accused in 2G case, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said that he remains "constitutionally and politically accountable" as the nation suffered a loss in spectrum pricing in 2008.

Is job hopping a good idea?

Is job hopping a good idea?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Anushka Saboo explores the possibilities of whether the grass is really greener on the other side.

Start-up funding simplified

Start-up funding simplified

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Read this and rest assured you can be on your own against venture capitalists and angel investors

COLUMN: Sebi, do no harm

COLUMN: Sebi, do no harm

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

To make mutual funds go beyond the top 15 locations, Sebi has decided to rob investors and pay the funds.

India's first Playboy Club to open in Goa

India's first Playboy Club to open in Goa

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

Adult entertainment company Playboy is set to open its first club in India in north Goa's Candolim beach.

Aus Open: Serena, Federer lead top seeds into Round 2

Aus Open: Serena, Federer lead top seeds into Round 2

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

Serena Williams was in no mood to allow a painful tumble to divert her from her path to a sixth Australian Open title on Tuesday and duly delivered a resounding 6-0, 6-0 win to open her campaign at the year's first Grand Slam.

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

As Fahadh Faasil turns 39 on August 8, Subhash K Jha looks back at his favourite films featuring the brilliant actor.

Creating a moral base for US foreign policy

Creating a moral base for US foreign policy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

Obama is signalling much more than a new leadership style of using more carrots than sticks, more ideas and persuasion than threats and sanctions. The bottom line is that now that he won't be running again, Obama wants to really test a values-based foreign policy approach that relies on negotiations, says M K Bhadrakumar.

Arch-rivals Trump and Romney meet, discuss world affairs

Arch-rivals Trump and Romney meet, discuss world affairs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2016

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee and one of Trump's most vocal Republican Party critics during this year's election campaign, met privately with the President-elect for about an hour.

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Sukanya Verma lists Anees Bazmee's stockpile of silliness.

Four bidders contest 2018 World Cup prize

Four bidders contest 2018 World Cup prize

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

The four bidders seeking the right to stage the 2018 World Cup finals -- England, Netherlands/Belgium (joint bid), Russia and Spain/Portugal (joint bid) -- are in a close race with little to choose between the leading trio.

I'm not joining politics, says Juhi Chawla

I'm not joining politics, says Juhi Chawla

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Amidst rumours of her joining politics, actress Juhi Chawla has cleared the air saying she neither intends to contest an election nor is interested in joining politics.

Should you opt for the 3-month EMI moratorium?

Should you opt for the 3-month EMI moratorium?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Don't opt for the moratorium unless critical, advises Charlie Lee, founder and CEO, True Balance.

Justice Ganguly submits report on Bagan controversy

Justice Ganguly submits report on Bagan controversy

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The one-man committee, appointed by the All India Football Federation to look into the legality of Mohun Bagan's actions in their I-League derby against East Bengal early this month, submitted its report today and the AIFF Emergency Committee will take a decision on Saturday.

Hello tune without consent: Vodafone to pay Rs 5K

Hello tune without consent: Vodafone to pay Rs 5K

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

In his complaint, Delhi resident Rajender Yadav had alleged unfair trade practice by Vodafone for deducting Rs 50 from his account towards activating 'hello' tune service on his number without his consent.

Pak: Abdul Gilani wins father's seat in close contest

Pak: Abdul Gilani wins father's seat in close contest

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Observers said the victory was significant as it came in the wake of the former premier's conviction and disqualification by the apex court for refusing to reopen graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari as well as growing disenchantment with the PPP-led government at the centre following widespread allegations of corruption.

1st Test: Karunaratne leads Sri Lanka to win in Galle

1st Test: Karunaratne leads Sri Lanka to win in Galle

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Chasing 268 to go 1-0 up in the two-Test series, Karunaratne's 161-run opening stand with Lahiru Thirimanne (64) set the tone for a successful chase at the Galle International Stadium.

India-China consumer market seen at $10 tn by 2020

India-China consumer market seen at $10 tn by 2020

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The consumer markets of India and China would together be worth $10 trillion by 2020, according to The $10 Trillion Prize, a book by Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

President to be elected by 141 murder, 6 rape accused

President to be elected by 141 murder, 6 rape accused

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

The next President of India will be chosen by the electoral college which includes 141 murder accused, six alleged rapists and 90 members with charges of kidnapping, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Delhi govt seals 20 COVID-19 hotspots, masks must for stepping out

Delhi govt seals 20 COVID-19 hotspots, masks must for stepping out

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

As the national capital reported 93 new cases taking the total number of infections to 669, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held an emergency meeting with senior ministers and top officials of the Delhi government Wednesday evening and took a series of decisions to check the spread of the virus.

Indian-origin Congressional candidate faces racist attacks

Indian-origin Congressional candidate faces racist attacks

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Raja Krishamoorthi, a Democratic Congressional candidate of Indian-origin for Illinois' newly created district, has come under apparent racist attacks from Tea Party bloggers for protesting against an event organised by them.

Samsung Galaxy SIII: Should YOU buy it?

Samsung Galaxy SIII: Should YOU buy it?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Samsung's flagship phone which was till now available for Rs 37,900 is now selling for Rs 34,900 across major online stores. But the question is: should you buy it even at a reduced price? Read this review and make your decision

Pranab quits finance ministry, to embark on 'new journey'

Pranab quits finance ministry, to embark on 'new journey'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Set to file nomination papers for the Presidential poll, a sentimental Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday resigned as finance minister to "embark on a new journey", leaving behind his four-decade stint as a political activist.

Want to become Thor? Iron Man? Hulk?

Want to become Thor? Iron Man? Hulk?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

This is your chance, says Ranjita Ganesan

If Cong picks Pranab or Ansari, we will field Kalam: TMC

If Cong picks Pranab or Ansari, we will field Kalam: TMC

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Toughening its stand, key United Progessive Alliance constituent Trinamool Congress on Thursday said if the Congress names Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee or Vice President Hamid Ansari as its Presidential candidate, it will "contest" the election with A P J Abdul Kalam as its nominee.

Why Mamata will decide Pranab's fate

Why Mamata will decide Pranab's fate

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Why Krishna is miffed. The Congress's power politics. The BJP's politics over Modi. All this, and more, in Dilli Gupshup....

Pricey pair for priceless eyes

Pricey pair for priceless eyes

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

A look into an interesting pair of glasses.

Cong, BJP colluded in coal-gate: Kejriwal

Cong, BJP colluded in coal-gate: Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

India Against Corruption member Arvind Kejriwal said that along with the BJP and Congress, the Communist Party of India-Marxist and Biju Janata Dal also played a major role in the plunder of the natural resource.

Ambani of the Gulf bets big on Indian market

Ambani of the Gulf bets big on Indian market

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

With a house on the top floor of Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, Bahrain-based India-born billionaire Ravi Pillai is planning big-buck investments across the construction, hospitality, real estate and healthcare sectors in India.

Special: Five-state election verdict coverage

Special: Five-state election verdict coverage

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Comprehensive coverage of the counting of votes in the five states of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa, Manipur and Punjab

'Trump of Tropics' to be R-Day chief guest

'Trump of Tropics' to be R-Day chief guest

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

With Donald Trump unable to make it, Modi settles for Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

Nadal set to marry long-time girlfriend Xisca

Nadal set to marry long-time girlfriend Xisca

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

According to Hola magazine, Nadal and Xisca got secretly engaged in May last year and now planning an autumn wedding this year.

How lockdown has affected pacer's rhythm

How lockdown has affected pacer's rhythm

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Mohammad Shami has started bowling full tilt at the nets with his brother facing him, Shami said he still can't gauge how an old red ball will behave without the application of saliva.

Pune blasts: 4th suspected IM terrorist arrested

Pune blasts: 4th suspected IM terrorist arrested

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

One more suspected Indian Mujahideen terrorist allegedly involved in the Pune serial blasts in August has been arrested in Jaipur by the Delhi police, taking the total number of arrests to four.

Saurabh, Basant lead fightback as East reach 187/6

Saurabh, Basant lead fightback as East reach 187/6

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

Jharkhand batsman Saurabh Tiwary and Orissa all-rounder Basant Mohanty scripted an impressive recovery with an undefeated century-plus stand as East Zone reached 187 for six at stumps on Day I, of their Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone.

No US special forces on Indian soil: Antony

No US special forces on Indian soil: Antony

Rediff.com7 May 2012

The government on Monday said it has denied a recent assertion made by US Pacific Command Chief Admiral Robert Willard regarding the presence of United States special forces in India.

Bears take charge as key support levels break

Bears take charge as key support levels break

Rediff.com7 May 2012

Clarity on GAAR, IIP data & rupee movement to guide investors.