News for '-tough-times'

Privatisation of PSBs gets bankers' thumbs up

Privatisation of PSBs gets bankers' thumbs up

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Exuding confidence in sustaining the tempo of credit growth, public sector bankers said on Wednesday that consolidation in the public sector bank (PSB) space has given them a robust base to scale. The privatisation of PSBs can be done through divestment of government stake to a wider base of investors without haste. There is nothing to worry about at this point (high credit offtake) as underwriting standards and risk management are much better.

'They want to sell Osho ashram'

'They want to sell Osho ashram'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'They want to wind up Osho's Pune operation, take the money and move out of India.'

Faced humiliation for 2.5 years: Sena rebel writes to Uddhav

Faced humiliation for 2.5 years: Sena rebel writes to Uddhav

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

The letter was posted by Shinde on his Twitter handle, claiming these were the sentiments of the Sena MLAs.

Jemimah credits preparation after India down SL in opener

Jemimah credits preparation after India down SL in opener

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

'...The talk before the tournament was 'we have set the standard and we want to raise that further.'

How Will Modi Shape The G20 Opportunity?

How Will Modi Shape The G20 Opportunity?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Will G20 showcase an India that is inclusive, culturally rich, diverse and tolerant, asks Ramesh Menon.

Trump announces 2024 presidential run, files papers

Trump announces 2024 presidential run, files papers

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Former United States president Donald Trump has announced that he will run for the president in 2024 to make America 'great and glorious' again, vowing to fight like no one to defeat the 'radical left Democrats' that are trying to destroy the country from within.

'Make Muslims feel Insecure'

'Make Muslims feel Insecure'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

'The marginalised among the Muslim community are facing a particularly tough time.'

Meta Platforms' India staffers on edge over layoff media reports

Meta Platforms' India staffers on edge over layoff media reports

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

US media reports that Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, could be the latest technology giant to downsize its workforce have triggered trepidation among its 300-400 employees in India, according to people familiar with the matter. "We have not heard much about the impact (of downsizing) on India. "It's a wait-and-watch situation. Certainly, there is uncertainty," said a source.

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'If I were to say, I had the best vegetarian food in my life in Vietnam, nobody would believe me.' 'When I proclaimed this to my friends, they didn't believe me. I had to show them the pictures and make them drool!!'

How Adani Saga Affects Indian Banks

How Adani Saga Affects Indian Banks

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

While the collapse of a large financial intermediary can wreak havoc on the system because of the interconnectivity, a large business conglomerate too can play spoilsport if the banks have too much exposure to the entity, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh to claim Test series 1-0

Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh to claim Test series 1-0

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood began his tenure with a 1-0 series victory against Bangladesh after the islanders won the second and final Test by 10 wickets on Friday.

Role clarity gives out-of-form players direction: Rohit

Role clarity gives out-of-form players direction: Rohit

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

The swashbuckling opener also emphasised on the need to have a relaxed environment.

One has to be on top of his game to compete against Virat: Babar

One has to be on top of his game to compete against Virat: Babar

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Kohli found support from the Pakistani star batter, who indicated that an athlete has to be really strong to overcome failures.

T20 World Cup: 'No assigned death bowlers for India'

T20 World Cup: 'No assigned death bowlers for India'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Senior pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar confirmed that there are no assigned death bowlers for India in the T20 World Cup.

'Shilpa is the sunshine girl'

'Shilpa is the sunshine girl'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

'Shilpa is looking better than she did 20 years ago.'

Uthappa Is Worried About Kohli

Uthappa Is Worried About Kohli

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

'The kind of thoughts that must be going through his mind, the ghosts that he must be dealing with must be immense.'

Sonia Gandhi joins 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' in Karnataka

Sonia Gandhi joins 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' in Karnataka

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday joined the Bharat Jodo Yatra in Pandavapura, participating in a public event of the party after a long gap.

'Anxiousness hoti hai'

'Anxiousness hoti hai'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

'I'm very, very, confident of the film we made.'

Ashwin on why he contemplated retirement in 2018

Ashwin on why he contemplated retirement in 2018

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed he had given serious thought about retiring after the England series in 2018 as he felt he was not being adequately backed despite being a proven match-winner for the Indian team.

Pakistan's economy in trouble; CAD increases to 4-year high of $17.4 bn in FY22

Pakistan's economy in trouble; CAD increases to 4-year high of $17.4 bn in FY22

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Pakistan's current account deficit (CAD) increased to a 4-year high of $17.4 billion in the fiscal year of 2021-22, indicating more troubles for the ailing economy of the cash-strapped country. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Wednesday reported that the country recorded a CAD of $17.406 billion in FY22 compared to a gap of just $2.82 billion in FY21. According to Dawn newspaper, the massive CAD speaks a lot about the severe problem of the balance of payments.

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

A coach and a friend explain SKY's phenomenal transformation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Suryakumay Yadav has become the toast of Indian cricket

Superstar Krishna: 'End Of An Era'

Superstar Krishna: 'End Of An Era'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

'Such a great man is rare not only in the Telugu film industry, but in the Indian film industry as well.'

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Pakistan complete historic run-chase to stun Australia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Centuries from skipper Babar Azam (114) and opener Imam-ul-Haq (106) allowed the hosts to reach the total

Kohli, ABD and Maxwell urge people to stay home

Kohli, ABD and Maxwell urge people to stay home

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

RCB's official Twitter handle posted a video in which the likes of Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Glenn Maxwell can be seen urging people to stay at home

What India women's hockey coach said after semis loss

What India women's hockey coach said after semis loss

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

The Indians were undone by a horrendous stopwatch faux pas by technical officials in the shoot-out against Australia

The BEST BITS of Koffee With Karan 7

The BEST BITS of Koffee With Karan 7

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The Koffee With Karan 7 finale was one of the most entertaining episodes this season.

EPL champs Manchester City pray for COVID-hit India

EPL champs Manchester City pray for COVID-hit India

Rediff.com8 May 2021

English Premier League side Manchester City's revered manager Pep Guardiola on Saturday sent an emotional message for Indians, saying his team was playing for them on the pitch and urged them to stay strong in their fight against COVID-19.

'He has that ability to just let me run around like steam coming out of a pot'

'He has that ability to just let me run around like steam coming out of a pot'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

'Calmness and stability has come into my life after being married to Vicky Kaushal.'

Ashwin takes break from IPL as 'family fighting COVID'

Ashwin takes break from IPL as 'family fighting COVID'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

My family and extended family are putting up a fight against #COVID19 and I want to support them during these tough times.'

'Kalnirnay belongs to the people of India'

'Kalnirnay belongs to the people of India'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

'Kalnirnay is like a bible for any family.'

Chess player Anwesh returns home from war-torn Ukraine

Chess player Anwesh returns home from war-torn Ukraine

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

After an anxious wait of two weeks, Anwesh, an International Master, managed to flee from Kyiv and reach Lviv, en route to India via Poland.

Pak vs Australia 3rd Test set for thrilling finish

Pak vs Australia 3rd Test set for thrilling finish

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Imam-ul-Haq and Abdullah Shafique made a solid start to set up a thrilling final day in the deciding third Test

CBI 5: The Brain Review

CBI 5: The Brain Review

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Mammootty should sign up for an OTT series because he's too charismatic to let this be our last memory of the CBI diaries, suggests Divya Nair.

India going through tough times, GDP to slip to 7 pc: PM at PBD

India going through tough times, GDP to slip to 7 pc: PM at PBD

Rediff.com8 Jan 2012

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh spoke at the tenth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Jaipur on Sunday. Following is the text of the prime minister's address:

How the teams made it to T20 World Cup 2022

How the teams made it to T20 World Cup 2022

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

For some teams, this will be the start of their quest for World Cup glory but for others, it will be the culmination of what has already been a long journey.

Blow for NZ! Captain Williamson out with injury

Blow for NZ! Captain Williamson out with injury

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson will miss the second and final Test against India, starting in Mumbai on Friday, with a left-elbow injury.

India 'A' bowlers toil on opening day vs South Africa 'A'

India 'A' bowlers toil on opening day vs South Africa 'A'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

The India 'A' bowlers had a tough time on the field as Pieter Malan and Tony de Zorzi scored centuries to take South Africa 'A' to 343 for three at stumps on day one of the opening unofficial Test.

Ishan credits captain Rohit for his batting turnaround

Ishan credits captain Rohit for his batting turnaround

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Young opener Ishan Kishan credited India skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid for his return to form in the first T20 International against Sri Lanka on Thursday.

RLD chief meets Azam Khan's family amid Muslim leaders' rift with ally SP

RLD chief meets Azam Khan's family amid Muslim leaders' rift with ally SP

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Chaudhary met Azam Khan's wife Tazeen Fatma and his son Abdullah Azam at their home in Rampur.

How Russell paced his onslaught against Punjab Kings

How Russell paced his onslaught against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Russell scored an unbeaten 70 off 31 balls and what looked like a tricky chase