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SL calls tenders to sell premier league franchises

SL calls tenders to sell premier league franchises

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

The Sri Lanka Cricket Board invited bids to sponsor the seven teams in their IPL-style Twenty20 premier league, amid continued refusal by their Indian counterparts to send their players.

Delhi Airport files cheque bouncing case against Kingfisher

Delhi Airport files cheque bouncing case against Kingfisher

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Kingfisher Airlines Ltd's problems are set to worsen. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) has filed a cheque bouncing case against the cash-strapped airline and its top management after three cheques, with a total value of Rs 3 crore, bounced.

Aussie pacer's bouncer breaks Angelo Mathews' helmet

Aussie pacer's bouncer breaks Angelo Mathews' helmet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Sri Lankan skipper Angelo Mathews was badly shaken on Wednesday after a bouncer smashed into his helmet during a match against Australia and broke a protective strap designed to safeguard the back of his skull. Play was stopped for several minutes while Mathews recovered from the impact of the ball from fast bowler Scott Boland which evoked memories of the on-field death of the Australian batsman Phillip Hughes in 2014.

Articles on Modi an INJUSTICE to Gujarat, India: Congress

Articles on Modi an INJUSTICE to Gujarat, India: Congress

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

The Gujarat unit of the Congress on Saturday said that the Time magazine as well as the Brookings Institution's recent articles on Chief Minister Narendra Modi, which praised him for the state's development, were "biased, partial" and "highlight wrong facts about Gujarat".

US Open PIX: Serena in quarters; Mertens stuns Kenin

US Open PIX: Serena in quarters; Mertens stuns Kenin

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

IMAGES from Day 8 of the matches played at the US Open at Flushing Meadows on Monday

SpiceJet asked to pay $31.5 mln to airport operator: Source

SpiceJet asked to pay $31.5 mln to airport operator: Source

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

SpiceJet is having tough times due to a huge financial crunch.

30 Kingfisher flights either cancelled or clubbed

30 Kingfisher flights either cancelled or clubbed

Rediff.com12 Mar 2012

Trouble for cash-strapped Kingfisher Airlines again erupted today with at least 30 flights either being cancelled or clubbed as several pilots and other staffers failed to report for work to protest delays in salary payments.

Will Tatas buy majority stake in Jet Air?

Will Tatas buy majority stake in Jet Air?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

However, any progress on the deal depends upon Goyal giving up control of the company.

HC declines to stay framing of charges against Purohit in Malegaon case

HC declines to stay framing of charges against Purohit in Malegaon case

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The bench refused Purohit's request for staying the proceedings in the trial court, noting that in the past, both the Supreme Court and the Bombay HC had passed orders directing the trial court to expedite the hearing in the case.

High costs deter investors from Indian aviation: IATA

High costs deter investors from Indian aviation: IATA

Rediff.com25 Dec 2012

High taxes, high airport costs, poorly developed air navigation and high cost of operations makes investment unappealing.

FII holdings in Kingfisher dips sharply

FII holdings in Kingfisher dips sharply

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

An analysis of shareholding patterns of three-listed airlines showed that foreign institutional investors have reduced their stakes in Kingfisher and SpiceJet while hiking their holdings in Jet Airways in three months ended December 2011.

Bumrah, Shami get cracking for NZ first Test

Bumrah, Shami get cracking for NZ first Test

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami gave an exhibition of high-quality fast bowling on Saturday, on Day 2 of India's warm-up match against New Zealand XI, sending a warning signal for the home team ahead of first Test in Wellington.

Govt may not let Kingfisher shut shop

Govt may not let Kingfisher shut shop

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

Government may have ruled out a bailout package for Kingfisher, but is likely to make sure that the carrier does not shut up shop.

Kingfisher pilots report sick, Delhi flights hit

Kingfisher pilots report sick, Delhi flights hit

Rediff.com10 May 2012

A section of Kingfisher pilots have reported sick in protest against non-payment of salaries.

Kingfisher cancels 30 more flights

Kingfisher cancels 30 more flights

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh had on Monday ruled out any bailout of the airline.

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ibrahimovic was forced off with a muscle problem with 11 minutes remaining, and the Swede was pictured sitting on the bench with an ice pack strapped to the back of his left leg.

Murray battles to first singles win on tour since January in Zhuhai

Murray battles to first singles win on tour since January in Zhuhai

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Former world number one Andy Murray won his first ATP tour singles match in nearly nine months with a 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-1 victory over American Tennys Sandgren in the opening round of the Zhuhai Championships.

26/11 terrorist Hafiz Saeed sentenced to 11 yrs jail

26/11 terrorist Hafiz Saeed sentenced to 11 yrs jail

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

The court sentenced Saeed to five-and-a-half years and imposed a fine of Rs 15,000 in each case. The sentences of both cases will run concurrently.

Uddhav to urge PM to roll back 'shocking' rail fare hike

Uddhav to urge PM to roll back 'shocking' rail fare hike

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

Terming the train fare hike as "shocking", Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday said he will speak to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and request him to roll it back.

How Manipal plans to spread its wings in India

How Manipal plans to spread its wings in India

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Rough estimates show that at a rate of Rs 1 crore per hospital bed, the investment in India alone would be around Rs 2,000 crore

Sheer, sensual, flowing: Wendell's wondergirls!

Sheer, sensual, flowing: Wendell's wondergirls!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2011

Check out Wendell Rodricks' grand closing on Day Four of the LFW.

Flights cancelled taken off booking site: Kingfisher

Flights cancelled taken off booking site: Kingfisher

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

Kingfisher Airlines on Wednesday said it has taken off flights which have been cancelled in a "planned manner" from its booking site following complaints of hardships to passengers.

Kolkata may soon get cafeteria trams

Kolkata may soon get cafeteria trams

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

The plan, being put together by the transport and tourism departments, could just be a shot in the arm for the cash-strapped CTC.

AI to lease 2 major buildings; may get Rs 500 cr

AI to lease 2 major buildings; may get Rs 500 cr

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

The national carrier recently invited expressions of interest to appoint a real estate firm to advice it on the deal.

Indian rowers face tough task in London Olympics

Indian rowers face tough task in London Olympics

Rediff.com7 Jul 2012

Set for their fourth Olympics in a row, the Indian rowers face a tough test but would look to show that they do not just make up the numbers in the London Games beginning July 27.

Nothing substantial in meeting with Pranab:  Mamata

Nothing substantial in meeting with Pranab: Mamata

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday expressed disappointment about the outcome of a meeting with Union Finance minister Pranab Mukherjee on the financial condition of the cash-strapped state.

Saha says 'might not get fit in time' for Aghanistan Test

Saha says 'might not get fit in time' for Aghanistan Test

Rediff.com31 May 2018

India Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha on Thursday made it all but clear that he is out of India's Afghanistan Test match owing to a thumb injury.

Air India invites merchant bankers to raise $1 bn

Air India invites merchant bankers to raise $1 bn

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

Move follows govt nod to carrier to borrow via ECBs. Turnaround plan involving Rs 30,000 cr equity infusion, Rs 21,000 cr debt recast okayed last week.

What style at the French Open!

What style at the French Open!

Rediff.com30 May 2018

It wasn't just the tennis that amazed audiences at Roland Garros.

Eurozone crisis sparks immigration concern in UK

Eurozone crisis sparks immigration concern in UK

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Citizens of countries within the European Union can move and live in any of the countries within the group.

Big relief to airlines, ATF rates cut by 5%

Big relief to airlines, ATF rates cut by 5%

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

In a major relief to cash-strapped airlines, jet fuel (ATF) prices were today reduced by a massive 5 per cent, the steepest reduction in rates since February 2010.

MUST SEE: Indian leaders on TIME magazine covers

MUST SEE: Indian leaders on TIME magazine covers

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

Rediff.com brings you some Indian politicians, who have been on the cover of Time magazine.

Rice wins title in 400m medley despite shoulder pain

Rice wins title in 400m medley despite shoulder pain

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

Triple Olympic champion Stephanie Rice was dealing with a painful shoulder on Friday and had it strapped following her 400 meters individual medley win at the Australian Olympic trials in Adelaide.

Set airlines free by slashing taxes: IATA

Set airlines free by slashing taxes: IATA

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

In India, the aviation industry contributes five per cent of gross domestic product, around Rs 291 crore (Rs 2.91 billion) in tax contributions, provides four million jobs and another seven million jobs through tourism and related activities.

Cool, composed Parag has a great future: Smith

Cool, composed Parag has a great future: Smith

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

'I think he has got some terrific skills with the ball too. He bowled really in his first game against Chennai and bowled pretty well today also. The kid learns really quickly and that is sign of a really good player and someone who has a great future'

Cabinet's nod to FDI in aviation only after Budget

Cabinet's nod to FDI in aviation only after Budget

Rediff.com23 Feb 2012

Move to allow the FDI in domestic airlines is expected to benefit Kingfisher Airlines.

RBI not opposed to SBI lending more money to Kingfisher

RBI not opposed to SBI lending more money to Kingfisher

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

"Absolutely not," RBI told reporters when asked to comment on reports suggesting that SBI has agreed to pump more money into the airline. RBI does not oppose "professional decision" of the bank.

An Olympics love story that sparked a fashion empire

An Olympics love story that sparked a fashion empire

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Mention the name Missoni, and most think of a fashion empire that revolutionised textile patterns, spawned the no-bra look on the catwalks, and is now a global brand that designs everything from sweaters to sheets to hotels.

ATF prices cut by 4.3%

ATF prices cut by 4.3%

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

In a major relief to cash-strapped airlines, jet fuel (ATF) prices were on Monday cut by a steep 4.3 per cent, the first reduction in rates in three-and-a-half months.

'We are now the eye of the storm'

'We are now the eye of the storm'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

'Between the quiet hallways and the empty streets, there is a misleadingly peaceful atmosphere outside, that does not reflect the stress and tragedy happening every day between hospital walls.'