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Rahul vs Scindia, royals over 'Maharaja' remarks

Rahul vs Scindia, royals over 'Maharaja' remarks

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Addressing a rally in Mhow on Monday, Gandhi said Dalits, backwards and tribals had no rights before Independence, when "only maharajas and rajas enjoyed rights".

Why India withdrew from Blind Cricket World Cup in Pakistan

Why India withdrew from Blind Cricket World Cup in Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) has made the decision to withdraw from the upcoming 4th T20 Blind Cricket World Cup, which was scheduled to take place in Pakistan

Will Sikandar Make More Money Than Pushpa 2?

Will Sikandar Make More Money Than Pushpa 2?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

'One of the most significant factors contributing to the optimism for 2025 is the lineup of films featuring Bollywood's three superstar Khans.'

'Create Million To Impact Billion Lives'

'Create Million To Impact Billion Lives'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

'Can we give young India the tools to solve the problems the country or society faces and uplift the community?'

#ArmyDay: 'You Are Our True Heroes'

#ArmyDay: 'You Are Our True Heroes'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Film folk have been celebrating #ArmyDay by posting pictures with the men in green on social media.

Usual suspects advance on mixed day for Indian shuttlers

Usual suspects advance on mixed day for Indian shuttlers

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

In mixed doubles, Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila advanced to the second round with a 8-21, 21-19, 21-17 victory over Chinese Taipei's Chen Cheng Kuan and Hsu Yin-Hui.

Ronaldo misses penalty! Al-Nassr out of Saudi Cup

Ronaldo misses penalty! Al-Nassr out of Saudi Cup

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo's nightmarish spell at Al-Nassr continued as the Portuguese superstar missed a crucial stoppage-time penalty, sending his side crashing out of the King's Cup on Tuesday night.

Electronics fastest-growing among top 10 export items

Electronics fastest-growing among top 10 export items

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Driven by smartphone, electronics exports have reached $22.5 billion in value in the first eight months of the current financial year (FY25), a near 28 per cent growth over the $17.66 billion electronics exports during the corresponding period of FY24.

India Will Always Be Grateful To Osamu Suzuki

India Will Always Be Grateful To Osamu Suzuki

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'Without his vision and foresight, his willingness to take a risk that no one else was willing to take, his deep and abiding love for India, the Indian automobile industry could not have become the powerhouse that it has become.'

TN showers Gukesh with Rs 5 crore for historic win

TN showers Gukesh with Rs 5 crore for historic win

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Chennai-based Grandmaster Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years after beating title-holder Ding Liren of China

'The World, My World, Will Never Be The Same'

'The World, My World, Will Never Be The Same'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'Shyam babu, you will always be with us through your films, your laughter and your wise and kind words.'

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Trailer: Diwali Dampener

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Trailer: Diwali Dampener

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 fails to invoke any excitement, despite having two immensely watchable stars Madhuri Dixit and Vidya Balan at its centre, observes Mayur Sanap.

EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Traversing from being just vehicle manufacturers to mobility solutions providers amid a raging debate over which eco-friendly technology must be incentivised, the Indian automobile industry is driving in the new year under the shadow of a slowdown in sales with the post-pandemic pent-up demand in distant memory. The shift in the auto industry -- where advanced technologies like autonomous driving, vehicle intelligence, connected features and electrification are quickly gaining traction -- will be reflected in the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo in which India's flagship Auto Expo has been clubbed to be held from January 17-22, 2025 in Delhi-NCR.

FMCG distributors flag deep discounts by qcom cos to govt

FMCG distributors flag deep discounts by qcom cos to govt

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distributors' association has written to the finance ministry, highlighting concern over fund utilisation and fund accumulation by quick commerce companies and deep discounting of goods on their platforms. According to a recent letter seen by Business Standard, All India Consumer Products Distributors Federation (AICPDF) noted that its analysis indicated that approximately 80 per cent of these funds were directed toward customer acquisition strategies instead of creating cutting-edge innovations or sustainable growth models for the retail sector.

'Nitish Reddy has silenced all with a remarkable debut'

'Nitish Reddy has silenced all with a remarkable debut'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

Former National chairman of selectors MSK Prasad says Nitesh Kumar was identified at the age of 12, and from day one he stood out as a player with abundant talent.

SEE: Gukesh returns to grand welcome in Chennai

SEE: Gukesh returns to grand welcome in Chennai

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Newly-crowned World chess champion D Gukesh returned to Chennai on Monday to an enthusiastic reception his fans.

Won't allow Lankan soil to be used against India: Prez Disanayaka

Won't allow Lankan soil to be used against India: Prez Disanayaka

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that his country's soil will not be used against India's interests, addressing concerns over China's growing influence in Colombo. The two leaders discussed a range of issues, including a defense cooperation agreement, energy ties, and debt restructuring. They also agreed to initiate a ferry service between Rameshwaram and Talaimannar, and to adopt a "humanitarian approach" to the fishermen issue.

Maoists force cadres to undergo vasectomy before marriage, says ex-rebel

Maoists force cadres to undergo vasectomy before marriage, says ex-rebel

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Former Maoist insurgents have revealed a shocking practice within the CPI (Maoist) organization, where cadres are forced to undergo vasectomy before they are allowed to marry. This policy, designed to prevent distractions and ensure loyalty to the movement, has been implemented across the organization. The practice has been highlighted by several former insurgents who have now surrendered to the authorities.

'Zakirbhai, You Will Be Missed And How'

'Zakirbhai, You Will Be Missed And How'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'When he played his inner light shone so bright! His joy embraced us all... we experienced divinity.'

Why Travis Is A 'Headache' For India

Why Travis Is A 'Headache' For India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

'We all knew he was dangerous, but that first shot he played off Jasprit Bumrah, that cover drive, off the front foot.' 'It told me that this is a player in prime, prime form.'

'HIL will make hockey families stress-free'

'HIL will make hockey families stress-free'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Women's HIL will provide financial stability to junior players and attract youth to hockey: Savita Punia

Defence exports cross record Rs 21K cr over a decade: Rajnath Singh

Defence exports cross record Rs 21K cr over a decade: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India's defence exports have crossed a record Rs 21,000 crore, a significant jump from Rs 2,000 crore a decade ago. He set a target of achieving defence exports of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029. Singh highlighted the importance of mastering frontier technologies in the face of evolving warfare, emphasizing the role of military training centers in preparing soldiers for future challenges. He also underscored the government's commitment to strengthening integration and jointness among the three services, aiming to enhance the armed forces' ability to face challenges together.

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

When A PM Miraculously Escaped Air Crash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Wing Commander Raveendran and flight steward Sargeant Iyer, though shaken and injured, managed to open the rear door of the aircraft and shouted for Prime Minister Morarji Desai and the passengers in the forward cabin to exit in haste since they suspected that fire would engulf the aircraft.

Raut demands re-election in Maharashtra using ballot papers

Raut demands re-election in Maharashtra using ballot papers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray MP Sanjay Raut on Monday demanded a re-election in Maharashtra using ballot papers, claiming there were irregularities with the electronic voting machines (EVMs).

When Rishi Kapoor Was 'Delighted' By Modi

When Rishi Kapoor Was 'Delighted' By Modi

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'"When I was in China, a song by your father was being played," Modi told Ranbir.'

'Dr Singh wanted to be treated in India, not abroad'

'Dr Singh wanted to be treated in India, not abroad'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

"Dr Manmohan Singh, soon after becoming the prime minister, had himself carried a small table for us to have tea comfortably at his Safdarjung Lane residence instead of asking his house help," Dr Srinath Reddy, who was the chairperson of the PM's medical panel, recalled.

Fiscal-monetary coordination at its best in last six years: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

Fiscal-monetary coordination at its best in last six years: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday said the fiscal-monetary coordination was at its best during the last six years even as he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving the opportunity to head the monetary authority of the country. Das, in a series of posts on X, on his last day of his six-year term as RBI Governor, also thanked the Finance Minister, various stakeholders and his colleagues at the central bank.

'Manmohan preferred Maruti 800 over BMW'

'Manmohan preferred Maruti 800 over BMW'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Singh's humility and grounded nature were highlighted in a heartfelt social media memoir by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for Social Welfare (Independent Charge) Asim Arun.

Banter, tributes, and a missed meeting: Pawars in one place

Banter, tributes, and a missed meeting: Pawars in one place

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar head Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday separately visited the memorial of the state's first chief minister Y B Chavan in Karad and paid tributes to him on his death anniversary.

Won't allow tungsten mining in Madurai, Stalin writes to Modi

Won't allow tungsten mining in Madurai, Stalin writes to Modi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has strongly opposed the central government's award of tungsten mining rights in Madurai district, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to cancel the decision. Citing concerns about a biodiversity heritage site and potential impacts on local communities, Stalin asserted that the state government will not permit mining in the area.

'Shyam Had The Answer To Every 'Why' Under The Sun'

'Shyam Had The Answer To Every 'Why' Under The Sun'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I find his sense of history astounding, not just history of film, but of life in general.' Another fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book Shyam Benegal.

Ding's blunder or Gukesh's genius? Anand responds

Ding's blunder or Gukesh's genius? Anand responds

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Indian Grandmaster Gukesh made history on Thursday, becoming the youngest-ever to win the world title defeating Liren in the 14th and final game of the championship in Singapore.

South Korea puts travel ban on Prez amid martial law probe

South Korea puts travel ban on Prez amid martial law probe

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

On Saturday, Yoon apologised to the nation in his first public statement since his attempt to declare martial law, acknowledging that he "caused anxiety and inconvenience" to people of South Korea.

'Australia is a harshly treated team at times'

'Australia is a harshly treated team at times'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

'They have won everything but the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and they know that, they've spoken about that, this is the one they want to tick off.'

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

PIX: Rain forces draw at Gabba after India bowlers rattle Aus

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

IMAGES from Day 5 of the 3rd Test played at The Gabba in Brisbane on Wednesday.

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Shubman Gill is pegged as the next big thing in Indian cricket having quickly risen to top in all formats. But how does the youngster handle the immense pressure?

Osamu Suzuki, the man who spurred India's auto industry is dead

Osamu Suzuki, the man who spurred India's auto industry is dead

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Osamu Suzuki, the man who took a risk and bet on India when no one else believed in having a viable automobile company in the country, has died at the age of 94, according to information shared by Japan's Suzuki Motor Corporation on Friday.

SMAT: Rahane powers Mumbai to semifinals

SMAT: Rahane powers Mumbai to semifinals

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Once Vidarbha posted a massive 221 for six, Mumbai needed a strong chase and Rahane led from the front with an 84 off 45 balls (10x4, 3x6).

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.' 'Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the perception and reputation of Union Cabinets.' 'Governments couldn't afford a wrong person in that portfolio,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

Iyer's stern warning to Shaw: Shape up or ship out

Iyer's stern warning to Shaw: Shape up or ship out

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Shreyas Iyer feels the Mumbai batter can touch the deserved heights if he "gets his work ethics right."