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Wistron fires executive over violence at Karnataka unit

Wistron fires executive over violence at Karnataka unit

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

A week after violence broke out at its Narasapura facility in Karnataka, contract manufacturer Wistron on Saturday said it has fired its vice-president who was heading India operations even as iPhone maker Apple placed the Taiwanese firm on probation. Wistron, which assembles the latest version of the iPhone SE at the violence-hit plant, admitted that there were faults in its wage payment processes. A section of workers at Wistron Corporation's facility in Narasapura Industrial Area in Kolar district near Bengaluru went on rampage last week over non-payment of their wages.

I dedicated every wicket at the Gabba to my dad: Siraj

I dedicated every wicket at the Gabba to my dad: Siraj

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'It was an emotional moment for me today, I went to the graveyard. I entered my home, my mother started crying as soon as she saw me. I ate home-cooked food after a long time and it was really good to be back home.'

Hardik wins battle between Pandya brothers!

Hardik wins battle between Pandya brothers!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Hardik is making a comeback after the World Cup semifinal defeat against New Zealand in July as he was rested for the West Indies.

SOCCER PIX: Lacklustre PSG slump to first loss, Real downed

SOCCER PIX: Lacklustre PSG slump to first loss, Real downed

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Paris St Germain suffered their first defeat of the season when they were beaten 2-0 at Stade Rennais on Sunday to drop their first Ligue 1 points of the season.

SEE: How Jasprit Bumrah won the match with a bat in hand!

SEE: How Jasprit Bumrah won the match with a bat in hand!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

Jasprit Bumrah shared a clip of a match between Gujarat and Goa in 2017. In the clip, Bumrah can be seen smashing the ball all around the park.

115 plastic cups, 25 bags and more found inside dead whale in Indonesia

115 plastic cups, 25 bags and more found inside dead whale in Indonesia

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Researchers from wildlife conservation group World Wildlife Fund and the park's conservation academy found about 5.9 kg of plastic waste in the animal's stomach.

'Kohli is not what you see on cricket field'

'Kohli is not what you see on cricket field'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

Adam Zampa says the India captain came across as a 'chilled out guy' during their interactions in the recent IPL.

Pics: Say hello to Ravi Putta's adorable pet

Pics: Say hello to Ravi Putta's adorable pet

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

We asked you to share pics and stories of your furry companions. This is what Ravi Putta from Hyderabad shared.

Zindagi In Short review

Zindagi In Short review

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

Considering it narrates seven stories about the different facets of life, Zindagi In Short is shockingly lifeless, Joginder Tuteja observes.

Explosive-laden SUV found near Ambani's house was stolen; NIA begins probe

Explosive-laden SUV found near Ambani's house was stolen; NIA begins probe

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

The vehicle with explosives found near industrialist Mukesh Ambani's residence in south Mumbai had been stolen last week, and a letter found inside said this was only a 'glimpse' of things to come, police said on Friday.

Covid blues fail to dampen Apple's dream run

Covid blues fail to dampen Apple's dream run

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Rising prevalence of work-from-home and e-learning is driving sales of notebooks and tablets for most brands, but Apple's superior performance has more to do with its product quality.

Humans vs leopards: Whose home is it?

Humans vs leopards: Whose home is it?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Can humans and leopards co-exist in Mumbai? The answer is not what you think!

Shanghai's Disneyland opens after 3 month break

Shanghai's Disneyland opens after 3 month break

Rediff.com11 May 2020

After a three-month hiatus, the Walt Disney Company's largest Magic Kingdom in Asia is back in business. The Shanghai Disney Resort threw open its doors Monday -- albeit with strict social distancing and public safety measures in place. Tickets for the earliest days of Shanghai Disneyland's re-opening sold out rapidly on Friday.

12 images that show the beauty of animals around the world

12 images that show the beauty of animals around the world

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

A colourful photo of a green iguana strolling through sunflowers (below) by Indonesian photographer @jjnmatt was voted the overall winner of the "World Best Photos Of Animals 2020" competition organised by photo app Agora. Fifty images from around the world were selected as finalists from 13,888 submissions to the contest, "showing the wide and precious variety of animal life surrounding us," according to the organisers. "We challenged international photographers to participate in the #Animals2020 photo contest with their best shots of living creatures around the planet." Here's a slection of our 12 favourite images from the finalists.

When a 7 year old took the government to court

When a 7 year old took the government to court

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

Navya Singh was protecting her sovereign right to play, says Aditi Phadnis.

Here's why Kuldeep was left out of KKR squad

Here's why Kuldeep was left out of KKR squad

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Kyle Mills has justified benching star Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav for the past couple of IPL matches

Expiry Date review

Expiry Date review

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The best thing about this series is that the episodes are a little over 20 minutes long, which helps you browse through it easily. Yes, I did say browse because, despite a clever plot, terrible performances mire the experience, notes Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Mumbai's iconic spots turn into quarantine facilities

Mumbai's iconic spots turn into quarantine facilities

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Mumbai is converting several of its iconic structures into quarantine facilities as it races to prepare for a predicted peaking of infections this month. With some projections suggesting the number of cases in Mumbai will touch 75,000 by the end of May, civic authorities are working overtime to add to the number of beds. There are around 7,500 hospital beds in the city. Another 5,000 have been identified in private hospitals. According to rough estimates, there are 750 ICU beds in Mumbai. As Mumbai races against time, here's some of the spots authorities have transformed in the fight against coronavirus.

PM inaugurates sound and light show at Howrah Bridge

PM inaugurates sound and light show at Howrah Bridge

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

The 2.5 minute show and sound system is installed at the Millenium Park and is part of a project of the Kolkata Port Trust's 150th anniversary celebrations. The show will replace the existing decorative lighting with 650 power-efficient LED and spotlight fittings for a programmable multi-colour lighting, including a show that will sync with music.

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Welcome to the jungle! 5 safaris to beat the summer heat

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

A forest safari is the best way to observe animals in their natural habitat.

Which Covid victims does Modi mourn for?

Which Covid victims does Modi mourn for?

Rediff.com2 May 2021

Modi did not consider these deaths important enough to express regrets. Will these lives continue to count for nothing? asks Jyoti Punwani.

Saina review

Saina review

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Despite being predictable and sluggish at some places, Saina seems like something Parineeti Chopra would be proud of, notes Prateek Sur.

Karthik's captaincy in focus as KKR face Sunrisers

Karthik's captaincy in focus as KKR face Sunrisers

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Much was expected from a revamped Kolkata Knight Riders set-up but it seemed Dinesh Karthik did not learn from his past mistakes

WC qualifiers: Ronaldo tricks; crowd trouble at Eng, Poland matches

WC qualifiers: Ronaldo tricks; crowd trouble at Eng, Poland matches

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Images and summary of all the World Cup 2022 qualifiers played across continents on Tuesday.

Did Parasite deserve all those Oscars?

Did Parasite deserve all those Oscars?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Parasite's razor-sharp characterisations ensure that the picture is thoroughly entertaining though it falls short of greatness, declares Sreehari Nair.

Former New Zealand bowler Chatfield finally retires at 68!

Former New Zealand bowler Chatfield finally retires at 68!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

Chatfield had hoped to score a century before he retired but his highest was "50 something" in club cricket. He was dismissed for a golden duck in his final innings, although he said he did not want that innings reported.

Nice to get Kane out for a change: Boult

Nice to get Kane out for a change: Boult

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Mumbai did well to defend 208 in batsmen-friendly conditions.

Loo with a view! Tokyo now has transparent toilets

Loo with a view! Tokyo now has transparent toilets

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

The see-through loos have opened in two parks in Shibuya, a commercial part of the Japanese capital which is renowned for its shopping facilities and quality of nightlife.

'May our kids make us better versions of ourselves'

'May our kids make us better versions of ourselves'

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Bollywood's star moms celebrated Mother's Day with adorable pictures of their children, spreading love at a time when we really need it.

Serena takes daughter to the zoo after quarantine

Serena takes daughter to the zoo after quarantine

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The players have been allowed out to practise for five hours a day during their quarantine but Djokovic said he had headed to a local park on his first morning in Australia without restrictions.

2019 World Cup: Pakistan got it wrong against India right from toss

2019 World Cup: Pakistan got it wrong against India right from toss

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Waqar Younis, who has been part of India-Pakistan World Cup clashes on four occasions, said Pakistan did not know how to handle the duo of Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul,

UK park stabbing spree that killed 3 declared terrorist attack

UK park stabbing spree that killed 3 declared terrorist attack

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

A lone attacker, believed to be a Libyan refugee, went on a stabbing spree in a busy park in the southern English city of Reading, killing three people and injuring three others, the deadliest terrorist incident to strike Britain since 2017 London Bridge attack.

PIX: Young Padikkal leads RCB's demolition of SunRisers

PIX: Young Padikkal leads RCB's demolition of SunRisers

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Images from Monday's IPL match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and SunRisers Hyderabad, in Dubai.

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda beat Chhattisgarh; Jharkhand win

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda beat Chhattisgarh; Jharkhand win

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Lukman Meriwala's fifer was the cornerstone of Baroda's thumping nine-wicket win over Chhattisgarh

'Harbhajan absolutely loves kids'

'Harbhajan absolutely loves kids'

Rediff.com15 May 2021

'This is a really boring pregnancy as I have no cravings.'

What BCCI needs to do to support women's cricket

What BCCI needs to do to support women's cricket

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Former India women's team captain Anjum Chopra firmly believes that the BCCI has a plan for women's cricket but she wants the Board to communicate its ideas more specifically. Chopra, who is now a successful broadcaster, said the BCCI is thinking in earnest about the progress of women's cricket.

'Samantha is a blessing to me'

'Samantha is a blessing to me'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'When I used to shoot my friends or cousins, I used to tell myself: I want to make them look a better version of themselves.' 'That's how I started: "I don't care who you are or who you think you are. When you are in front of my camera, I'll make you look better than what you think you are".'

PICS: Mumbai Indians prove too good for Delhi Capitals

PICS: Mumbai Indians prove too good for Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Images from Saturday's IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, in Dubai.

PICS: Ray of hope for SunRisers after Delhi demolition

PICS: Ray of hope for SunRisers after Delhi demolition

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Images from Tuesday's IPL match between SunRisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals in Dubai.

Sania Mirza's amazing run continues

Sania Mirza's amazing run continues

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Sania Mirza continued her winning run as she entered the women's doubles semifinals of the Hobart International