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Tendulkar goes karting

Tendulkar goes karting

Rediff.com18 Apr 2003

The batting maestro will race in the Formule Mondiale championship in Chennai on July 5 and 6.

Only Zidane better than Gerrard, says Owen

Only Zidane better than Gerrard, says Owen

Rediff.com15 Feb 2014

Steven Gerrard is second only to Zinedine Zidane in terms of his world-class status, says former England and Liverpool striker Michael Owen.

After Plan Panel revamp, evaluation office to go as well?

After Plan Panel revamp, evaluation office to go as well?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Officials said as part of the reorganisation in the Commission, a move is afoot to strengthen the PEO with new roles, powers and jurisdiction.

SIT on blackmoney is a priority for Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad

SIT on blackmoney is a priority for Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad

Rediff.com27 May 2014

The establishment of a National Judicial Commission to give the Executive a say in appointment of judges and setting up a special investigation team on blackmoney stashed abroad are the priority areas for the Modi government, newly-appointed Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said.

Why 'Indian Mujahideen' dropped the word 'Indian'

Why 'Indian Mujahideen' dropped the word 'Indian'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

The Indian Mujhadeen wants to shed the Indian tag and focus more on the global issues -- something that has caused a rift between the terror outfit and the Pakistani ISI. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Bundesliga: Unbeaten Bayern face struggling rivals Dortmund

Bundesliga: Unbeaten Bayern face struggling rivals Dortmund

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich face Borussia Dortmund on Saturday with relations between the German heavyweights seemingly at an all-time low.

Abid Ali Neemuchwala, a big asset for Wipro

Abid Ali Neemuchwala, a big asset for Wipro

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

Neemuchwala will be a big asset when it comes to setting things right.

'The stories in Telugu cinema are commercial and repetitive'

'The stories in Telugu cinema are commercial and repetitive'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

The south actress is excited about her new film Krishnamma Kalipindi Iddarini.

Money tips for stay-at-home moms

Money tips for stay-at-home moms

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

If you choose to be a stay-at-home mom, it definitely does not mean that you are losing a grip over your finances. In fact, there is a lot you can do for yourself and your family.

Mixed reactions to Salman's appointment as Olympics goodwill ambassador

Mixed reactions to Salman's appointment as Olympics goodwill ambassador

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

Bollywood star Salman Khan's appointment as the Indian Olympic contingent's goodwill ambassador has not gone down well with star wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt, who feels a sportsperson should have been chosen for the role. Salman, who is playing the role of a wrestler in his upcoming film 'Sultan', was named goodwill ambassador by the Indian Olympic Association on Saturday in the presence of star woman boxer M C Mary Kom, hockey captain Sardar Singh, and shooter Apurvi Chandela among others. Yogeshwar, the London Olympics bronze-medallist, said he cannot understand what purpose such an appointment will serve for the athletes. "Everybody has the right to promote movies in India, but Olympics is not a place to promote films." Yogeshwar tweeted in Hindi. "Can anyone tell me what the role of goodwill ambassador is? Why are you fooling the public?" he added.

Images that will make you go WOW!

Images that will make you go WOW!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 14 images

Why not use IAF's fighter fleet for organ transport?

Why not use IAF's fighter fleet for organ transport?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

By undertaking medical mercy missions, the Indian Air Force will win immense political and national goodwill.

Guess who has been the best governor at the RBI?

Guess who has been the best governor at the RBI?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

From a national point of view, inflation is the biggest threat posed by finance ministers.

How to be a super dad

How to be a super dad

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Realise your importance and find a balance.

PepsiCo appoints D Shivakumar as India head

PepsiCo appoints D Shivakumar as India head

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Global beverages and snacks major PepsiCo on Monday roped in former Nokia head for emerging markets, including India, D Shivakumar as its Chairman and CEO, India Region.

Suddala Sudhakar Teja is Telangana's 'vaastu' expert

Suddala Sudhakar Teja is Telangana's 'vaastu' expert

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhara Rao has made no attempts to conceal his obsession with vaastu, the ancient Indian principles of architecture, even telling the assembly, "Why shouldn't someone who works for the state and takes decisions use vaastu and create comfort?

Our bowlers must believe they are leaders: Kumble

Our bowlers must believe they are leaders: Kumble

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Presenting a fair idea of his leadership style in the role of India coach, Anil Kumble said he will try to inculcate self-belief in his bowlers as he wants them to develop as leaders.

PlanCom struggles with the big picture

PlanCom struggles with the big picture

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Since 2004, Montek Singh Ahluwalia, one of the commission's longest serving deputy chairmen, has been trying to mould it to fit into the new economic order, without much to show for his efforts.

How Jack Ma grew from 'shrimp' to whale

How Jack Ma grew from 'shrimp' to whale

Rediff.com4 May 2016

His challenge now may be coping with Alibaba's undoubted status as a whale in the world of e-commerce.

11 things you need to do to get the raise you deserve

11 things you need to do to get the raise you deserve

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Be prepared, have a plan before you ask for a pay hike.

GMR rejig makes youngest son corporate chairman

GMR rejig makes youngest son corporate chairman

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Kiran Kumar Grandhi, 38, was earlier in charge of the urban infrastructure and highways business, which contributes five per cent of the Rs 10,000-crore revenue of GMR Infra.

How Microsoft plans to empower people

How Microsoft plans to empower people

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

With its "mobile-first, cloud-first world" concept, Microsoft aims to reinvent productivity to empower every person and organisation on the planet, company's CEO Satya Nadella said on Monday.

Took tough decisions, let go of talent, says Walmart

Took tough decisions, let go of talent, says Walmart

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Sources estimated the number of employees asked to leave because of downsizing stands at about 100.

5 things you must consider before you quit your job

5 things you must consider before you quit your job

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

Ask yourself -- what is in it for you?

First-time women directors deepen talent pool

First-time women directors deepen talent pool

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

BSE-200 companies's list shows that 96 companies had woman directors.

Mid-career change? 5 money tips for you

Mid-career change? 5 money tips for you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Before you take the leap, get your financial house in order

Button reckons McLaren on right track

Button reckons McLaren on right track

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

McLaren's new Formula One car made a belated but encouraging test debut on Wednesday with Jenson Button hopeful the team was picking up speed on and off the track after a dismal 2013 season.

Ponting predicts India-Australia final in 2015 World Cup

Ponting predicts India-Australia final in 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Oct 2014

Ricky Ponting was frank in his admission that the Michael Clarke-led Aussie outfit will be a force to reckon with on its home ground.

How to deal with a horrible boss

How to deal with a horrible boss

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

A bad boss can be more than enough to make your life miserable, and unfortunately, they are not that uncommon.

Infosys CEO's strategy to transform IT services

Infosys CEO's strategy to transform IT services

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Sikka says tools like automation, artificial intelligence or natural language processing are technological innovations which are aimed at amplifying the human potentials further.

Lauda expects Brawn to return to F1

Lauda expects Brawn to return to F1

Rediff.com2 Dec 2013

Niki Lauda expects departing Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn to return to Formula One in some capacity once he has gone fishing and taken time out.

Revealed: Men behind Patna blasts and the role they played

Revealed: Men behind Patna blasts and the role they played

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

From assembling bombs to planting them, 10 terror operatives spread across Patna on Sunday and wreaked havoc in the city. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Returning to work after a career gap? Read this

Returning to work after a career gap? Read this

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Accept imperfection. Be prepared for choppy waters. Be open to change.

When Abhishek got upset with his father

When Abhishek got upset with his father

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

'I may have been six, but children at that age are aware that there is something called death. I was petrified for Pa, but tried not to show it. I would pray every night, begging for his recovery, at the same time sneaking in a request for a new toy or a pencil set.'

5 financial tips if you are planning to change your job

5 financial tips if you are planning to change your job

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

From the date you put in your papers, the employer will promptly freeze your salary payouts and you will get everything along with the full and final settlement.

New Delhi fumes over Pakistan role in Afghan-Taliban talk

New Delhi fumes over Pakistan role in Afghan-Taliban talk

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

With the Afghanistan government in Kabul approaching Islamabad for help in opening "reconciliation" talks with the Taliban, a Pakistani role in shaping the political landscape in Afghanistan is now an uncomfortable likelihood for New Delhi.

'Isi' Siddiqui joins Center for Strategic and International Studies

'Isi' Siddiqui joins Center for Strategic and International Studies

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Ambassador Islam A'Isi' Siddiqui -- who recently resigned from his position as chief agricultural negotiator in the office of the United States trade representative -- has joined the Center for Strategic and International Studies as senior adviser on Global Food Security.

New boys have brought in fresh energy in ODIs: Rahane

New boys have brought in fresh energy in ODIs: Rahane

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

Ajinkya Rahane said that the new players who have joined the ODI squad, have brought in fresh energy and helped in turning around India's fortunes in the ongoing one-day series against England.

Amitabh Bachchan: Audiences don't like the films they're being made to see

Amitabh Bachchan: Audiences don't like the films they're being made to see

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Amitabh Bachchan talks on Piku about his children and forthcoming films.

ISL auction: Chhetri, Lyngdoh fetch a crore!

ISL auction: Chhetri, Lyngdoh fetch a crore!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Star striker Sunil Chhetri was bought at Rs 1.20 crore at the first-ever Indian Super League's auction featuring 10 domestic football players in Mumbai, on Friday.