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Yoga asanas to fight negativity

Yoga asanas to fight negativity

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

In the book Yoga Shakti: Awaken Your Own Power by Shalini Menon discusses how yoga helped her become fit, regain power and achieve self realisation.

Ashwani Lohani to take charge as AI chief for second time

Ashwani Lohani to take charge as AI chief for second time

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

It was during his tenure that Air India made its first operating profit of Rs 105 crore in FY17 since the merger of Indian Airlines and Air India in 2007.

Gill, Shankar in focus as India 'A' take on South Africa in one-dayers

Gill, Shankar in focus as India 'A' take on South Africa in one-dayers

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

Punjab youngster Shubman Gill would be keen to prove his credentials during the upcoming five-match ODI series against South Africa 'A'.

Easy wins for Sharapova, Ferrer

Easy wins for Sharapova, Ferrer

Rediff.com20 Jan 2013

Fourth seed David Ferrer used all of his cunning and exploited Kei Nishikori's nagging knee injury to advance to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open with a 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 victory on Sunday.

How Kolkata's iconic trams plan to stay afloat

How Kolkata's iconic trams plan to stay afloat

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

The plan, chalked by the West Bengal government and CTC, envisages ferry services on the Ganges between Barrackpore in North 24 Parganas and Babu Ghat in Kolkata.

SpiceJet promoters to infuse fresh equity into the airline

SpiceJet promoters to infuse fresh equity into the airline

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

The airline's board decides to issue warrants to promoters on a preferential basis

De la Rosa joins Ferrari in development role

De la Rosa joins Ferrari in development role

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Spaniard Pedro De la Rosa has joined Ferrari in a development role for the 2013 season, the Italian Formula One team said on Wednesday.

Government says 'No' to India vs Pakistan cricket series

Government says 'No' to India vs Pakistan cricket series

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Monday made it clear that the government will not allow any bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan till the time 'cross-border terrorism' does not stop.

Brothel, funeral home bail out Greek soccer clubs

Brothel, funeral home bail out Greek soccer clubs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2012

A brothel and a funeral home have become the newest benefactors of two cash-strapped Greek soccer clubs struggling to survive the country's economic crisis.

How employees are bleeding Air India dry

How employees are bleeding Air India dry

Rediff.com17 May 2012

The vigilance cases ranged from stealing liquor and caviar and flying for other airlines while on the rolls of the national carrier to inflated bills and making claims for bogus attendance.

Low domestic demand fuels petrol car exports

Low domestic demand fuels petrol car exports

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

Auto makers step up efforts export cars and offset adverse impact of foreign exchange fluctuations.

Kinghfisher cuts more flights, DGCA contemplates action

Kinghfisher cuts more flights, DGCA contemplates action

Rediff.com19 Feb 2012

Air services of cash-strapped Kingfisher airlines were badly hit on Sunday with almost half of its flights from major metros cancelled or delayed, causing hardship to passengers and prompting aviation regulator DGCA to contemplate action against the beleaguered carrier.

BCCI floats tender for new IPL franchise

BCCI floats tender for new IPL franchise

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

After terminating cash-strapped Deccan Chargers from the Indian Premier League, the BCCI began the process of finding a new team by floating tender notices for a fresh franchise.

Chargers fail to give bank guarantee, termination stands

Chargers fail to give bank guarantee, termination stands

Rediff.com13 Oct 2012

After a month long legal battle, the cash-strapped Deccan Chargers on Saturday lost its status as an IPL team after the Bombay High Court stayed the order of Arbitrator for maintaining status quo on the matter till further hearing.

Boxing ace Vijender reveals his plans for 2020

Boxing ace Vijender reveals his plans for 2020

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Vijender Singh is determined to keep the record with a world title to boot as he enters the new decade donning multiple hats, including the one of an active politician "with strong opinions". The 34-year-old trailblazing boxer, who delivered India's first Olympic and men's world championship medals in boxing back in 2008 and 2009, has logged an enviable 12-0 record in the professional circuit, which he entered in 2015.

Fear of the unknown: Locked-down athletes face mental health challenge

Fear of the unknown: Locked-down athletes face mental health challenge

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

When Olympic swimming champion Kyle Chalmers completed what he knew would be his final training session before the coronavirus shutdown, his overwhelming feelings were of sadness and the fear of what was to come. Many athletes are putting a brave face on the lockdown, converting garages and bedrooms into home gymnasiums and posting cheerful videos of themselves on social media keeping fit by "bench-pressing" their children.

Sinking story: Is Kingfisher hurtling towards a dead end?

Sinking story: Is Kingfisher hurtling towards a dead end?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

With promoters unable to raise money, airline may find it difficult to sustain curtailed operations.

Injured Wozniacki pulls out of Sydney opener

Injured Wozniacki pulls out of Sydney opener

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

World number eight Caroline Wozniacki pulled out of her first match at the Sydney International with a wrist injury on Monday.

7 tips to manage your money smartly

7 tips to manage your money smartly

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

Finding yourself often cash-strapped? Can't seem to save up to buy that cell phone or cute shoes? Here's a guide on how not just to save money, but also make more with little effort.

KFA retains int'l rights despite not flying abroad

KFA retains int'l rights despite not flying abroad

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

The airline operates flights to eight international destinations: London, Dubai, Colombo, Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kathm-andu and Dhaka.

Kingfisher can be viable if it gets more equity: SBI

Kingfisher can be viable if it gets more equity: SBI

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

"Fresh viability is there for everyone to see. If they [Kingfisher] get more equity, the company is viable," SBI Chairman Pratip Chaudhuri said.

Airbus breather for Kingfisher taking delivery

Airbus breather for Kingfisher taking delivery

Rediff.com3 Apr 2012

Kiran Rao, executive vice president (sales and marketing, customer affairs) of Airbus, said they have not 'suspended' Kingfisher orders but 'asked' the airlines not to take deliveries.

The most thrilling real-life stunts!

The most thrilling real-life stunts!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Rediff.com brings you images of some men who take on the toughest and craziest challenges to keep the adrenaline pumping!

Would-be suicide attacker blows himself up in NW Pak

Would-be suicide attacker blows himself up in NW Pak

Rediff.com5 Sep 2012

A would-be suicide attacker blew himself up after he was surrounded by the police in lower dir district of northwest Pakistan on Wednesday, officials said.

ATF price hiked, non-subsidised LPG cut by Rs 42

ATF price hiked, non-subsidised LPG cut by Rs 42

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Jet fuel constitutes over 40 per cent of an airline's operating costs and the price increase will raise the financial burden on cash-strapped carriers.

Subsidy in disguise? AI charges more on LTC tickets

Subsidy in disguise? AI charges more on LTC tickets

Rediff.com4 Sep 2012

In what could be seen as another subsidy to the cash-strapped national carrier, the Air India website has opened a special section for LTC tickets to government servants.

Australia to stop over at Gallipoli for World Cup 'inspiration'

Australia to stop over at Gallipoli for World Cup 'inspiration'

Rediff.com11 May 2019

Australia's World Cup squad will stop at Gallipoli in Turkey on the way to England to draw inspiration at the World War One battle site where thousands of Australian soldiers died in the ill-fated campaign.

UK sees Olympic under budget, transport working

UK sees Olympic under budget, transport working

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Cash-strapped Britain has almost half a billion pounds left unspent in its Olympic budget, the sports minister said on Wednesday, adding that London's transport system would cope with huge crowds during the Games.

DON'T MISS: Kasar Devi, a piece of paradise

DON'T MISS: Kasar Devi, a piece of paradise

Rediff.com30 Mar 2013

Dilshad Master-Kumar, Co-Founder Farinto.com travels to Kasaar Devi for a spin and returns with a bagful of memories.

U-19 final: India face tough Aussie hurdle

U-19 final: India face tough Aussie hurdle

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

India will face their biggest test in the pursuit of a third ICC Under-19 World Cup Trophy when they take on formidable defending champions Australia in what promises to be an exciting summit clash in Townsville on Sunday.

Pix: How to be a showstopper bride

Pix: How to be a showstopper bride

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Consider the venue, decor and outfit before finalising what hairstyle will suit you best.

IOB's Rs 120-cr loan to Kingfisher may turn into NPA

IOB's Rs 120-cr loan to Kingfisher may turn into NPA

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

Most lenders to the airline have already classified the account as an NPA.

Kingfisher suspended from two more IATA platforms

Kingfisher suspended from two more IATA platforms

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

International Air Transport Association, which had suspended it from its Clearing House on Wednesday, said Kingfisher has been suspended from participating in the global airline body's Billing and Settlement Plan and Cargo Accounts Settlement System.

SC refuses to stay Deccan Chargers termination

SC refuses to stay Deccan Chargers termination

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

The cash-strapped Deccan Chargers are out from the Indian Premier League after the Supreme Court refused to stay the Hyderabad team's termination by the Board of Control for Cricket in India. The apex court, on Friday, declined to interfere with Thursday's ruling of the Bombay high court, which set aside the status quo order passed by an arbitrator on cessation of its membership in the cash-rich league.

Mallya says no to loan on personal guarantee

Mallya says no to loan on personal guarantee

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

UB Group Chairman Vijay Mallya has turned down suggestions from banks that he should give a personal guarantee as a precondition for additional funding to the cash-strapped Kingfisher Airlines.

Buying resale property? Follow the checklist

Buying resale property? Follow the checklist

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

Despite their age, ready property prices are rarely discounted. "Due to the prevalent high real estate prices, generally, the cost of a ready property and an under-construction one are almost par," says Amit Shah, vice-president, indiaproperties.com, a Pune-based property portal. In fact, sometimes, ready properties may even be available at a premium.

In PHOTOS: Michelle Obama in a tug of war in London

In PHOTOS: Michelle Obama in a tug of war in London

Rediff.com28 Jul 2012

United States First Lady Michelle Obama played a little tennis with kids, displayed her football skills, handed out some hugs and posed for photos with strapping athletes as she formally began her stint leading the US Olympics delegation.

Attorney General backs army's stunt of tying Kashmiri to jeep

Attorney General backs army's stunt of tying Kashmiri to jeep

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi said the armed forces were working under tremendous pressure and exercising great restraint.

Vijender to debut in 81kg category at 2013 World C'ship

Vijender to debut in 81kg category at 2013 World C'ship

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

The London Olympics disappointment behind him, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh is all set to pack a heavier punch from next year when he goes up a division to light heavyweight (81kg) for the World Championships.

Kingfisher further slumps 5%

Kingfisher further slumps 5%

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

Shares of Kingfisher Airlines fell for the seventh day in a row today plunging by nearly 5 per cent to hit the lower circuit limit on bourses.