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Kaneria reprimanded for using abusive language

Kaneria reprimanded for using abusive language

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

Pakistan bowler Danish Kaneria was charged under Level 1.4 of the code, which refers to 'using language that is obscene, offensive or insulting' during the second day of the ongoing Test against Sri Lanka.

Button set to join McLaren, says report

Button set to join McLaren, says report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

Formula One world champion Jenson Button has agreed terms on a three-year deal with McLaren and could sign a contract within days, Britain's Guardian newspaper reported on Tuesday.

EPL: Late equaliser puts Man City fourth

EPL: Late equaliser puts Man City fourth

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

Gareth Barry scored five minutes from time to give Manchester City a 1-1 draw at Stoke City on Tuesday and lift Roberto Mancini's men above Liverpool into fourth place in the Premier League. City moved on to 45 points from 25 matches, one ahead of Liverpool who have played one game more.

Europa qualifying: 10-man West Ham scrape past Malta club Birkirkara

Europa qualifying: 10-man West Ham scrape past Malta club Birkirkara

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

West Ham United, reduced to 10 men after defender James Tomkins was sent off in the first half, won 5-3 in a penalty shootout against Maltese Cup winners Birkirkara to scrape into the Europa League third qualifying round on Thursday.

Slowdown, Satyam erode trust in business: Survey

Slowdown, Satyam erode trust in business: Survey

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

The Satyam Computer Services scandal, which broke out on January 7 when the company's promoter, B Ramalinga Raju, announced that there was a Rs 7,800-crore (Rs 78-billion) hole in its deposits, is certain to have made it worse. According to the 2009 Edelman Trust Barometer, as much as 49 per cent of the respondents (all drawn from the top ten per cent income bracket) expressed growing concerns about business in India.

EPL PHOTOS: Villa relegated as Rashford nets United winner

EPL PHOTOS: Villa relegated as Rashford nets United winner

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Aston Villa were relegated from the Premier League for the first time since it began in 1992 when they suffered their 24th loss of the season in a 1-0 defeat at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Container lorry collides with KSRTC bus, 20 dead

Container lorry collides with KSRTC bus, 20 dead

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

The driver of the lorry apparently lost control after the tyre burst and jumped the median and collided with the oncoming passenger bus, police said. The driver Hemaraj, a native of Ernakulam, has been arrested.

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Ramie: The ancient fabric that could transform Indian dressing

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

Ramie was used in ancient Egypt and China long before cotton was introduced to the Far East.

FDI shifting from China to India? 3 reasons why it's a joke!

FDI shifting from China to India? 3 reasons why it's a joke!

Rediff.com20 May 2020

'The belief that FDI will shift from China appears to be a strategy of politicians to keep the media busy, chasing irrelevant news to ward off pressure and questions about the government's plans to deal with COVID,' observes Debashis Basu.

Masuri redesigns cricket helmet post Hughes tragedy

Masuri redesigns cricket helmet post Hughes tragedy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

In the wake of the tragic death of late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes, a British-based firm has come forth with its reformed prototype helmet aimed at giving better protection for the players.

Why India Inc is both upbeat and wary

Why India Inc is both upbeat and wary

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

Green shoots evident, but worries remain.

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Indian-American Neomi Rao to replace Kavanaugh on DC Circuit

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Born to Zerin Rao anchooling fd Jehangir Narioshang Rao, both Parsi physicians from India, Rao grew up in Michigan and did her srom Detroit High School. She is married to Alan Lefkowitz and the couple has two children.

Proved! Moon landings were not a hoax

Proved! Moon landings were not a hoax

Rediff.com6 Sep 2009

A lunar orbiter has spied spacecraft and astronaut tracks on the Moon left behind almost 40 years ago.

Kotla pitch was too dangerous: Sangakkara

Kotla pitch was too dangerous: Sangakkara

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

Breaking his silence on the Ferozeshah Kotla pitch fiasco, Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara said the track did not look "normal" soon after the first five overs and was too dangerous to continue playing.

Match referee slams 'unfit' Kotla pitch in report

Match referee slams 'unfit' Kotla pitch in report

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

Match referee Alan Hurst says the pitch for the fifth and final ODI between India and Sri Lanka did not meet the requirements for an ODI match.

Mahindra United part ways with coach Pereira

Mahindra United part ways with coach Pereira

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Mahindra United on Thursday fired their coach Derrick Pereira after the team finished fifth in the recently-concluded I-League. The official word from the Mahindra United camp is that Pereira, who served the club for four years, opted out due to some personal reasons.

Rising temperatures = less sex?

Rising temperatures = less sex?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Global warming can lower your sex drive says a new study.

'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

'To Kanti Bhatt, books played god'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Kanti Bhatt, respected Gujarati author and journalist, passed into the ages on August 4, 2019, at the age of 88. In tribute, we reproduce an article his wife Sheela Bhatt wrote about him 19 years ago.

Reckless audits: KPMG faces $1-bn law-suit

Reckless audits: KPMG faces $1-bn law-suit

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

The lawsuits allege that KPMG LLP assisted in and certified 'materially misstated financial statements', and that KPMG's international parent failed in its watchdog role and is responsible for "the severely reckless and grossly negligent acts of its agent", the report pointed out. New Century had been US's second-biggest sub prime mortgage lender that mainly served people with poor credit histories but had to file for bankruptcy in April 2007.

Shearer to become Newcastle manager

Shearer to become Newcastle manager

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

Former England and Newcastle United captain Alan Shearer will manage Newcastle United for the remainder of the season, according to television reports on Tuesday.

'I don't want Kasab to be given a death sentence'

'I don't want Kasab to be given a death sentence'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

A year ago, Kia Scherr lost her husband and 13-year-old daughter in the Mumbai terror attacks. Yet, reports Arthur J Pais from Virginia, USA, they remain a constant presence in her life, as she channels grief into service.

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

It's not easy to be a spy. The job requires a unique set of skills, including mastery of a wide range of gadgets and devices. Now, at the new Spyscape museum in New York, one can not only experience what being a 007 spy entails, but also learn about the history of espionage.

World Prosperity Index: India ranked No 70

World Prosperity Index: India ranked No 70

Rediff.com21 Oct 2008

The reasons include the quality of secondary education, cost of starting a business and lack of government effectiveness. The increase in capital and education costs contributes directly to the value of physical and human capital and thus directly increases economic output. Poor governance and excessive bureaucracy impose costs on business and thus restrain growth, said the report, which was released last week.

EPL transfers: Pardew confirms Benteke move to Crystal Palace

EPL transfers: Pardew confirms Benteke move to Crystal Palace

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Liverpool striker Christian Benteke is having a medical before completing his move to Crystal Palace, the London club's manager Alan Pardew said on Friday.

A streaker, Federer and others who made news in the last 24 hours!

A streaker, Federer and others who made news in the last 24 hours!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

The last 24 hours have been a follow-through to that and other sporting events across the world. Rediff.com brings you five Best Sports Photos of all the action that sum up memorable events of the last 24 hours.

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

The 47-year-old faces allegations that he publicly released secret documents relating to the United States.

Defiant Southgate vows to fight on

Defiant Southgate vows to fight on

Rediff.com12 May 2009

Gareth Southgate insists Middlesbrough will fight on after their Premier League future was left hanging by a thread following a damaging 3-1 defeat by relegation rivals Newcastle United.

EPL PHOTOS: Swansea beat Watford to move out of relegation zone

EPL PHOTOS: Swansea beat Watford to move out of relegation zone

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Swansea City climbed out of the relegation zone after a first-half header by captain Ashley Williams gave them a 1-0 win over Watford on Monday just hours after they named Francesco Guidolin as their new head coach.

Free trade agreement will expand markets

Free trade agreement will expand markets

Rediff.com5 May 2009

The Free Trade Agreement between Peru and China was signed on April 28. For China, Peru is an important source of minerals, primarily copper. For Peru, increasing trade with China is a key way of diversifying the export economy toward an area of dynamic demand.

London Bridge attacker was ex-terror convict: Police

London Bridge attacker was ex-terror convict: Police

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Police have identified the suspect as 28-year-old Usman Khan, inspired by the ideology of Al Qaeda terror group, was previously sentenced to 16 years in prison term for his role in the London Stock Exchange bombing in 1990.

Rooney ends goal drought and inches closer to EPL goal record

Rooney ends goal drought and inches closer to EPL goal record

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney rose to second place on the all-time Premier League scoring list with a clever winner against Swansea City on Saturday.

Hockey WC: Aus seal quarters berth after China hold Ireland

Hockey WC: Aus seal quarters berth after China hold Ireland

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

World No 1 Australia scored three goals in the final quarter to register their second consecutive win in Pool B at the Kalinga Stadium.

'Be a donor and an and save a thousand lives'

'Be a donor and an and save a thousand lives'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

It [becoming a donor] is something that doesn't take much time at all and it is can potentially save lives all over the world. People need to become aware why they need to become donors. South Asians are very giving people and they want to give to the community. This is another way they can help within the community in life and death situations.

Second West Indies v England Test abandoned

Second West Indies v England Test abandoned

Rediff.com14 Feb 2009

The second Test between West Indies and England was embarrassingly abandoned after 10 balls on Friday because of the state of the outfield at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Match referee Alan Hurst told a news conference play would resume, officially as the third Test of what will now be a five-Test series, on Sunday at the Antigua Recreation Ground -- the island's old Test venue.

India's experiments with inflation

India's experiments with inflation

Rediff.com15 May 2008

With inflation rising at its fastest rate, the Union government was prompted to reduce import duties on edible oils even as Reserve Bank of India is expected to bring in tighter monetary policies to combat the rising inflation rate. In an effort to temper price rises, the government has already cut import duties on edible oils and banned the export of pulses and most types of rice.

Chelsea's Hazard edges Spurs' Kane to win England's PFA player of the year

Chelsea's Hazard edges Spurs' Kane to win England's PFA player of the year

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Chelsea's Belgium forward won Eden Hazard England's PFA player of the year award ahead of Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane and Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea on Sunday.

Nasser Hussain to host ICC annual awards

Nasser Hussain to host ICC annual awards

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

Former England captain-turned boradcaster Nasser Hussain will host the ICC annual awards ceremnoy to be held in Dubai on Wednesday.

Conte has done a fantastic job, Chelsea look unbeatable: Pardew

Conte has done a fantastic job, Chelsea look unbeatable: Pardew

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

There is a stark contrast between the two teams' form, with Chelsea having won 10 league games in succession to open up a six-point lead at the top while Palace have managed only one victory in their last 10 matches.

West Ham's Zola signs new contract

West Ham's Zola signs new contract

Rediff.com26 Apr 2009

West Ham United manager Gianfranco Zola has pledged his long-term future to the club by signing a new contract until 2013.

Will England improve their record in knockout rounds?

Will England improve their record in knockout rounds?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

England turn focus to knockout round and the dreaded penalty shootout