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Smith says Archer blow brought back difficult memories

Smith says Archer blow brought back difficult memories

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

Australia talisman Steve Smith has said he will change nothing in his approach to facing Jofra Archer after being hit by a short ball from England's tearaway paceman but admitted the blow had revived troubling memories of Phillip Hughes.

Sixers take Fultz with top pick of youthful NBA Draft

Sixers take Fultz with top pick of youthful NBA Draft

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

The first seven picks of the draft entered as college freshman and 18-year-old Frenchman Frank Ntilikina was taken by the New York Knicks with the eighth choice.

Do Sri Lanka bowlers have it in them to take 20 wickets?

Do Sri Lanka bowlers have it in them to take 20 wickets?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2017

'Even though the immediate past has not been good we are looking for a new leaf to start with'

Britain's Prince Andrew to arrive in Delhi on Monday

Britain's Prince Andrew to arrive in Delhi on Monday

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

Britain's Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, will arrive here tomorrow on a week-long visit to further enhance ties with India in diverse areas including defence and trade.

Gobsmacked royals frown at William, Kate's honeymoon pics

Gobsmacked royals frown at William, Kate's honeymoon pics

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

Intimate pictures of Prince William and Kate Middleton on their honeymoon have been made public by an Australian magazine, causing an outrage in the British royal family.

'Hindi cinema has gained a certain cultural legitimacy'

'Hindi cinema has gained a certain cultural legitimacy'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Tejaswini Ganti discusses her book on the changing face of Bollywood.

What's Kate going to wear for her tour of India

What's Kate going to wear for her tour of India

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

Fashion conscious Kate Middleton will reportedly be packing 12-15 outfits for her six-day visit to India and Bhutan after an advance team completed a recce of locations, including the iconic Taj Mahal.

Hedge funds disclosures unreliable: Oxford study

Hedge funds disclosures unreliable: Oxford study

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

The researchers of the Oxford and Duke University tracked changes to statements of historical performance of over 18,000 hedge funds recorded in publicly available hedge fund databases, at different points in time between 2007 and 2011.

'Shami's run-up a problem, Bumrah needs to play county'

'Shami's run-up a problem, Bumrah needs to play county'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Akram explained that Shami's erratic strides at times hinder his consistency level.

Nirav Modi's paintings auctioned for Rs 59.37 crore

Nirav Modi's paintings auctioned for Rs 59.37 crore

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

As many as 68 artworks went under the hammer on Tuesday evening and included works by the greats like Raja Ravi Varma, V S Gaitonde, F N Souza, Jogen Chowdhury, and Akbar Padamsee among others.

Queen Elizabeth to open London Olympics

Queen Elizabeth to open London Olympics

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Queen Elizabeth, who celebrates 60 years on the throne this year, will open both the London Olympics and Paralympics, Buckingham Palace and organisers said on Wednesday.

There is no fight for spot with Prithvi: Shubman

There is no fight for spot with Prithvi: Shubman

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Both Gill and Shaw are 20 and considered the stars of the future after a splendid runs in age-group cricket.

ITC is first to hike cigarette prices post budget

ITC is first to hike cigarette prices post budget

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

While the American Club Cool Fresh Taste saw the minimum hike of 10 per cent, from Rs 200 to Rs 220 for a pack of 20 cigarettes, the price of Navy Cut Filter rose by about 16 per cent, at Rs 80 for a pack of 10 sticks. Flake Filter has become costlier by 14 per cent at Rs 80, while prices of Flake Special Filter, Flake Blue Special Filter and Wave Cool Mint rose by 20 per cent.

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Best Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Here are some of the other events -- in pictures -- that made news last week.

'We sometimes focus too much on demonising food'

'We sometimes focus too much on demonising food'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2011

'Food is a moral lightning rod. It is intricately bound into our rituals, from the more formal ones such as weddings to our more everyday ones such as feeding a family member or giving food to the poor,' says Professor Harris Solomon.

This Indian is Aspen Institute's Rising Star

This Indian is Aspen Institute's Rising Star

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

Meet Dr Aaron K Chatterji whose academic research, policy work and public service has been recognised by the international nonprofit organisation.

Readers' Choice: TV shows that'd be great as films

Readers' Choice: TV shows that'd be great as films

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

Readers pick out their favourite shows that must return on the big screen.

150,000 entrepreneurs in US have returned to India!

150,000 entrepreneurs in US have returned to India!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2011

More and more skilled people from countries like India and China are increasingly returning home from the US, which has led to an 'entrepreneurship boom' in the two Asian countries, a new report said on Thursday.

India's pink-ball shyness leaves Harbhajan perplexed

India's pink-ball shyness leaves Harbhajan perplexed

Rediff.com18 May 2018

India's reluctance to play a day-night Test on their next tour of Australia has surprised spinner Harbhajan Singh, who remains convinced that Virat Kohli's team are skilled enough to conquer the challenges of pink-ball cricket.

Ganguly's views on first ever day-night Test...

Ganguly's views on first ever day-night Test...

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Ganguly said he is happy that India skipper Virat Kohli as well as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have agreed on a historic first at such a short notice.

IMAGES: Wills, Kate conquer Hollywood!

IMAGES: Wills, Kate conquer Hollywood!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

After their official tour of Canada, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Los Angeles to attend the 2011 BAFTA Brits To Watch Event. Here's a look at the Hollywood royalty who turned up to welcome them!

5 things you must know about Ed Sheeran's girlfriend

5 things you must know about Ed Sheeran's girlfriend

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The singer got engaged to longtime girlfriend Cherry Seaborn this weekend.

PIX: Kangana, Shah Rukh party with Kareena

PIX: Kangana, Shah Rukh party with Kareena

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

B-town celebs spotted at the success bash of Ki & Ka.

Mahindra's premium bike Mojo 300cc to hit the roads soon

Mahindra's premium bike Mojo 300cc to hit the roads soon

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Mahindra Mojo would rival the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 300R, the Honda CBR250R and the KTM Duke 390 by March 2015

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Summary of World Cup qualifiers played across the world on Thursday

'US-India should focus on trade to counter China'

'US-India should focus on trade to counter China'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

'I hope that the incoming Biden-Harris Administration works with India to address some of the most profound geopolitical transboundary challenges.'

UK's hottest debate: Royal son be named George or James?

UK's hottest debate: Royal son be named George or James?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

The name of Prince William and Kate Middleton's newborn son is now a hot topic in Britain, with George being bookmakers favourite for the christening of the future King.

First KTM, Bajaj bike launch in India next year

First KTM, Bajaj bike launch in India next year

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

Austrian sports bike maker KTM on Wednesday said it will launch its first motorcycle, jointly developed with Bajaj Auto Ltd, in India at the Auto Expo to be held in the capital early next year.

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Queen, 89, will take over the title from her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria who, according to Buckingham Palace, reigned for exactly 23,226 days, 16 hours and 23 minutes. To celebrate her 63-year-long reign, here are some interesting facts about her.

Poor nations guinea pigs for US drug trials

Poor nations guinea pigs for US drug trials

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

The Duke Clinical Research Institute study found that majority of the paediatric trials enrolled patients in at least one country outside the US.

More Indian Americans heading back home

More Indian Americans heading back home

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

According to a study a growing number of Indian Americans are returning to their homeland in search of better prospects.

Indian grocer bids to be chancellor of Cambridge

Indian grocer bids to be chancellor of Cambridge

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

In a historic first, Abdul Arain, an Indian-origin local grocer whose customers include Nobel laureate Amartya Sen, is among four individuals nominated to contest the election to become the 108th chancellor of the University of Cambridge.

UK's Prince George's look of love on sister's big day

UK's Prince George's look of love on sister's big day

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

It may have been Britain's Princess Charlotte's big moment in the spotlight but Prince George stole the show at the royal christening.

Princes in uniforms: Who looks better?

Princes in uniforms: Who looks better?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Prince Harry and Prince William appeared at the Royal Wedding wearing military uniforms. We ask you who looks better in them -- the groom or the Best Man!

Adorable alert! Prince George steals Queen's birthday show

Adorable alert! Prince George steals Queen's birthday show

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

An excited Prince George watched his first Trooping the Colour parade to mark his great grandmother Queen Elizabeth II's birthday in London.

New threat to Indian outsourcing firms

New threat to Indian outsourcing firms

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

After being market leaders for a long time, outsourcing firms in India and North America are now faced with increasing competition from new entrants amid rising demand for services globally, a survey says.

BAFTA 2017: Emma Stone, Dev Patel win

BAFTA 2017: Emma Stone, Dev Patel win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

A look at the glamorous celebs on the red carpet.

After YouTube, Twitter, Queen embraces Flickr

After YouTube, Twitter, Queen embraces Flickr

Rediff.com26 Jul 2010

The photo-sharing account, launched on Monday, contained some of rarely published images of the 84-year-old Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William, Prince Harry and other members of the Royal family dating back to centuries.

Bottoms up: When world leaders chilled with a drink

Bottoms up: When world leaders chilled with a drink

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

On Friday, German Chancellor was caught enjoying some down time in a pub in Brisbane, where she has come to attend the G20 summit. Over the past years, world leaders have often been snapped enjoying some time on their own at a pub, downing a drink or two. So, sit back, enjoy a glass of wine and a few of those moments.

Outsourcing firms face challenges from new ones

Outsourcing firms face challenges from new ones

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

The survey by PricewaterhouseCoopers and Duke University's Offshoring Research Network stated that the outsourcing industry is transforming due to the emergence of new providers around the world and efforts of existing outsourcers to expand into new markets.