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'It's a good pitch and the Indian batsmen kept relishing it'

'It's a good pitch and the Indian batsmen kept relishing it'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

West Indies leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo has said that the pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium is a batting friendly where the bowlers need to be patient in order to get wickets.

Assam voted BJP for development, identity protection: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam voted BJP for development, identity protection: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Rediff.com19 May 2016

Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said people of the state have voted for development and protection of their identity.

Will Manoj Sinha manage to entangle India's telecom mess?

Will Manoj Sinha manage to entangle India's telecom mess?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Manoj Sinha will retain his current role in the railways.

'Moeen and Rashid not in league of Swann, Panesar'

'Moeen and Rashid not in league of Swann, Panesar'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

Vanquished England skipper Alastair Cook blamed missed chances and lack of spin-bowling options for losing the fourth Test by an innings and 36 runs and with that the five-match series, in Mumbai on Monday.

Car sales dip 2.55% in Oct as festive purchases remain subdued

Car sales dip 2.55% in Oct as festive purchases remain subdued

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

According to the data released by Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), domestic car sales in October this year stood at 1,59,036 units as compared to 1,63,199 units in the same month of 2013.

'We want to usher in a new era in Indian banking'

'We want to usher in a new era in Indian banking'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Bandhan Bank is the first bank to be launched in eastern India post Independence.

1st Test: Dhawan, Pujara power India to 399/3 against Sri Lanka on Day 1

1st Test: Dhawan, Pujara power India to 399/3 against Sri Lanka on Day 1

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Brought into the squad only after first-choice opener Murali Vijay was ruled out due to injury, Dhawan made full use of the opportunity and played an entertaining 168-ball innings that was studded with 31 fours. This was his fifth Test hundred.

Auto sector in top gear; Maruti clocked 12% sales growth

Auto sector in top gear; Maruti clocked 12% sales growth

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

Maruti's sales of the compact segment comprising Swift, Estilo, Ritz, Dzire and Baleno went up by 9.9% to 45,579 units

Swamy fires fresh salvo; asks PM to sack Rajan immediately

Swamy fires fresh salvo; asks PM to sack Rajan immediately

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Rajan, Swamy alleged, is a member of US dominated Group of 30.

India's manufacturing, services growth outpaced China in November: HSBC

India's manufacturing, services growth outpaced China in November: HSBC

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Data for the four largest emerging economies showed contrasting activity trends in November. China registered growth for the seventh month running, while India posted the fastest growth since June.

The elite club: India's triple centurions

The elite club: India's triple centurions

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Indian rookie Karun Nair has joined the legendary opener Virender Sehwag to become only the second Indian batsman to score a triple century in Tests. Nair reached the milestone in 381 balls having moved from 200 to 300 in just 75 deliveries. Sehwag has two triple hundreds to his name, first scoring 309 against Pakistan in 2004 in Multan, while the second one was a brilliant 319 against the mighty South Africa in 2008 in Chennai.

Day 2: India declare on 566/8 after Kohli double; WI 31/1

Day 2: India declare on 566/8 after Kohli double; WI 31/1

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

Virat Kohli's maiden double century was followed by Ravichandran Ashwin's third ton in Tests as India piled misery on a listless West Indies bowling attack to declare at 566 for 8 on day two of the first Test at Antigua on Friday. The West Indies in reply, lost their opener Rajendra Chandrika (16) with pacer Mohammed Shami forcing his outside edge to wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha. The home team were 31 for the loss of one wicket at stumps with Kraigg Brathwaite (11) in company of night-watchman Devendra Bishoo (0).

Dept of posts gets nod for debit cards

Dept of posts gets nod for debit cards

Rediff.com17 Sep 2010

The prepaid debit card by India Post would have a minimum value of Rs 1,000 and a maximum of

Images: India gain upper hand in first Test

Images: India gain upper hand in first Test

Rediff.com5 Nov 2010

Harbhajan Singh smashed an attacking career-best eighth half-century as India posted an imposing first innings total of 487 and then snapped two early wickets to wrest initiative on the second day of the opening Test against New Zealand in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Ranchi Test: Rahul, Vijay give India good start after Australia make 451

Ranchi Test: Rahul, Vijay give India good start after Australia make 451

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

K L Rahul (67) scored his fourth half-century (his fifth in Test cricket) of the series and along with fellow opener Murali Vijay (42 batting), conjured up a stand of 91 -- their best of the series -- on a JSCA track that remained good for batting.

Morgan enjoys the privilege of pressure

Morgan enjoys the privilege of pressure

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Unlike before when England players were not available for the lucrative Indian Premier League auctions, the scenario will be different this time feels limited overs captain Eoin Morgan.

PHOTOS: India thrash South Africa by 130 runs for second win

PHOTOS: India thrash South Africa by 130 runs for second win

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

Images from the World Cup 'Pool B' match between India and South Africa at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

President Mukherjee interacts with students on Teachers Day

President Mukherjee interacts with students on Teachers Day

Rediff.com5 Sep 2016

India has suffered the brunt of terrorism, including that of the cross-border variety, he said.

India's Anna Daata: Damned if he does, damned if he doesn't!

India's Anna Daata: Damned if he does, damned if he doesn't!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

'If India is to emerge as a superpower, we must utilise our huge agricultural potential and not, as in past centuries, merely exploit our farmers,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'Chanting Ambedkar's name makes Dalit leaders cross over to BJP'

'Chanting Ambedkar's name makes Dalit leaders cross over to BJP'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Why Dalit leaders cross over to the BJP

Rajan sees 'great' changes in banking sector

Rajan sees 'great' changes in banking sector

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Reserve Bank Governor Raghuram Rajan on Friday said banking sector will see major changes in the coming years.

Domestic car sales up 7.73% in May

Domestic car sales up 7.73% in May

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Declining motorcycle sales remained a cause of worry.

Thaw? India invites Pak for talks in New Delhi

Thaw? India invites Pak for talks in New Delhi

Rediff.com4 Feb 2010

In an ice-breaking decision that could end the post-26/11 stalemate, India has offered to have Foreign Secretary-level talks with Pakistan to discuss terrorism and any other issue that could lead to peace between the two neighbours.

Humility of seniors inspires Raina

Humility of seniors inspires Raina

Rediff.com3 May 2010

After scoring a match-winning 60-ball 101, Suresh Raina on Sunday credited his growth as a reliable batsman to a disciplined regime and inspiring atmosphere in the dressing room.

Infosys faces NITI Aayog CEO's ire for MCA portal glitches

Infosys faces NITI Aayog CEO's ire for MCA portal glitches

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

Company says faults, which were noticed soon after system upgrade on March 27, have been rectified

Perth ODI: Smith, Bailey tons steer Australia past India

Perth ODI: Smith, Bailey tons steer Australia past India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Steve Smith and George Bailey's brilliant knocks overshadowed Rohit Sharma's magnificent 171 as Australia beat India by five wickets in the first ODI of the five-match series in Perth on Tuesday.

3-member panel to scrutinise new bank licences

3-member panel to scrutinise new bank licences

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

The Reserve Bank on Friday set up a three-member committee under former Governor Bimal Jalan to scrutinise applications for new bank licences, which are expected to be awarded by January.

Jalan's report names farms eligible for bank license

Jalan's report names farms eligible for bank license

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

The report contains names of entities eligible for bank licences. It was not immediately known how many applicants have been shortlisted by the high-level advisory panel.

Dhoni's century sets up big win for India

Dhoni's century sets up big win for India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni scored a scintillating century as India crushed Australia by 99 runs in the second one-day international to level the seven-match series, at the Vidharbha Cricket Association stadium, in Nagpur, on Wednesday.

Stats: Hat-trick of wins for India at Cuttack

Stats: Hat-trick of wins for India at Cuttack

Rediff.com22 Dec 2009

India's magnificent win by seven wickets is their third in a row at the Barabati Stadium, having won their previous two games -- by 20 runs against West Indies on January 24, 2007 and by six wickets against England on November 26, 2008.

How the govt plans to revamp the scam-hit telecom sector

How the govt plans to revamp the scam-hit telecom sector

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

'Our mandate is to work in a transparent manner, keeping two objectives in mind - consumer interest and growth of the telecom sector.'

How Headley's name is used to delay 26/11 case

How Headley's name is used to delay 26/11 case

Rediff.com18 Dec 2009

There appears to be a pattern in the manner that the accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case are making statements before the court.

India, Pak discuss ceasefire violations at DGMO-level talks

India, Pak discuss ceasefire violations at DGMO-level talks

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

Amid escalation of cross-border firing in Jammu and Kashmir, top military officials of India and Pakistan on Tuesday discussed the ceasefire violations along the Line of Control and International Border but failed to address the issue.

News Corp has big plans for India

News Corp has big plans for India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

As India will become an independent business unit, we will have to relocate the uplink of our channels from Hong Kong to here.

Dhoni's ton propels India to record 726

Dhoni's ton propels India to record 726

Rediff.com4 Dec 2009

Mahendra Singh Dhoni smashed his way to his third Test century, after Virender Sehwag missed a world record third triple hundred, to boost India to a record total on Day 3 of the third and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Brabourne stadium, in Mumbai, on Friday. Dhoni slammed 100 off 154 deliveries, and Sehwag 293, as India posted a record 726 for 9 declared in 163.3 overs, their highest total in Test cricket.

Domestic car sales dip 8%, SIAM pins hope on new govt

Domestic car sales dip 8%, SIAM pins hope on new govt

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

With no signs of economic revival under the current political circumstances, SIAM said it expected a turnaround in the fortune of the auto industry only after a new government is formed after the general elections next year.

Poll panel to take a view on new bank licences on March 31

Poll panel to take a view on new bank licences on March 31

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Last month, the Bimal Jalan panel, which scrutinised applications for new bank licences, submitted its report along with shortlisted entities to the RBI.

Protests in Bangladesh over 'biased' umpiring in India QF

Protests in Bangladesh over 'biased' umpiring in India QF

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

Hundreds of Bangladesh cricket supporters burnt an effigy of Pakistani cricket umpire Aleem Dar and marched in the capital, Dhaka, after the country was knocked out of the World Cup

Demand revival? Don't hold your breath: Analysts

Demand revival? Don't hold your breath: Analysts

Rediff.com11 May 2009

Private corporate spending, which had touched 16 per cent of GDP in recent years, had played a key role in India posting 9 per cent growth in the last three years till March 2008. If there's a sharp decline in this, companies fear it will hurt demand. Indeed, some like JSW Steel joint MD Seshagiri Rao fear that things may worsen from here unless people are able to raise money and start investing again. Banks say both current accounts and credit off-take remains subdued.

Emerging markets growth remains lacklustre in Sep: HSBC

Emerging markets growth remains lacklustre in Sep: HSBC

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

The HSBC Emerging Markets Index, a monthly indicator derived from the PMI surveys, remained only just above the neutral threshold of 50.0 in September, signalling muted output growth in emerging markets.