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Mushtaq Ali T20: Binny stars in Karnataka's thrilling win over Mumbai

Mushtaq Ali T20: Binny stars in Karnataka's thrilling win over Mumbai

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

A round-up of results from the matches played at the Mushtaq Ali Twenty20 cricket tournament across the country.

Kansas recognises March 16 as Indian-American Appreciation Day

Kansas recognises March 16 as Indian-American Appreciation Day

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

The move was taken to honour Srinivas Kuchibhotla, who was killed when 51-year-old US Navy veteran Adam Purinton opened fire at him at his friend at a bar.

In a first, a panel will decide on Vistara's flying rights

In a first, a panel will decide on Vistara's flying rights

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

An unprecedented decision to form a ministerial-level committee was driven by fears of witch-hunt by investigating agencies.

Stocks to create long-term wealth

Stocks to create long-term wealth

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Remembering a Hero

Remembering a Hero

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

Two months ago, May 2, Major Anuj Sood made the supreme sacrifice for the motherland in a hostage-rescue mission in J&K. As his grieving family grapples with their immense loss, they graciously share memories of the young major -- a husband, brother and son -- whose only calling was the fauj.

Expert claims hacking Xiaomi server

Expert claims hacking Xiaomi server

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

A Taiwanese cyber security expert has claimed to have compromised server of China based smartphone maker Xiaomi but the company called it a hoax.

AAP releases first list of 20 candidates for Lok Sabha polls

AAP releases first list of 20 candidates for Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com16 Feb 2014

Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday released its first list of 20 candidates for Lok Sabha elections, pitting Kumar Vishwas from Amethi, Rahul Gandhi's seat, and former banker Meera Sanyal and social activist Medha Patkar from Mumbai.

10 laws that changed how India does business

10 laws that changed how India does business

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Experts consider Sebi's takeover code in its present form to be on a par with any foreign code governing public mergers and acquisitions.

Cops say no proof against Nana Patekar; Tanushree 'not surprised'

Cops say no proof against Nana Patekar; Tanushree 'not surprised'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

A 'B-Summary' report is filed when the police do not find any evidence against the accused person to file a charge sheet and seek trial.

Govt won't tolerate hate crimes: Rijiju on attack on NE students

Govt won't tolerate hate crimes: Rijiju on attack on NE students

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Assuring that no stone will be left unturned to stop racist attacks against people from Northeast, Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju on Saturday said the Centre will soon implement recommendations of Bezbaruah committee formed to look into the issue.

10 IMPORTANT Lessons from 2018

10 IMPORTANT Lessons from 2018

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Bollywood has taught us a lot this year. Sukanya Verma picks the most important lessons.

FBI joins probe into Sikh man's shooting; US assures India of speedy justice

FBI joins probe into Sikh man's shooting; US assures India of speedy justice

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

The United States on Monday assured India of "speedy justice" to the Indian-American victims of hate-related crimes as the Indian envoy here reached out to the State Department to convey his "deep concerns" over such tragic incidents.

New funds ride fourth wave of venture capital

New funds ride fourth wave of venture capital

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

The past few years have seen the first cycle of mergers and acquisitions, exits, and track-records being created.

Hopes fade for Sindhurakshak survivors, 5 bodies recovered

Hopes fade for Sindhurakshak survivors, 5 bodies recovered

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Naval divers on Friday found bodies of three naval personnel from ill-fated submarine INS Sindhurakshak, which exploded and sank at the Mumbai dockyard early Wednesday.

Navy release names of 18 personnel on board INS Sindhurakshak

Navy release names of 18 personnel on board INS Sindhurakshak

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

The Indian Navy on Thursday released the names of the 18 crewmen who were present in INS Sindhurakshak, the submarine that exploded on Wednesday.

IAS officer Durga shakes up Akhilesh's sarkar

IAS officer Durga shakes up Akhilesh's sarkar

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The IAS association has demanded revocation of the order even as the issue of suspension of the lady officer has snowballed into a major controversy.

DNA drama: JD-U sends 1 lakh samples as response to PM Modi's DNA jibe

DNA drama: JD-U sends 1 lakh samples as response to PM Modi's DNA jibe

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Bihar's ruling JD-U has sent 1 lakh DNA samples of its partymen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office for testing to protest against his DNA jibe.

Govt up against BBC, YouTube over documentary

Govt up against BBC, YouTube over documentary

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Upset over BBC broadcasting the controversial interview of Delhi gang-rape convict, the government has served a legal notice on the British media giant even as it asked video sharing website YouTube to remove the documentary as it is "very sensitive".

Rajasthan poll diary: Manju Vs Manju, Modi cancels programme and more

Rajasthan poll diary: Manju Vs Manju, Modi cancels programme and more

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

Why Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi cancelled his campaign at Shahpura at the last minute? Read on...

'If CBI director bows to government pressure it is because he wants to'

'If CBI director bows to government pressure it is because he wants to'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

'I was at a very senior position in the CBI and what happens is, hints are dropped for you to act upon. But then it depends upon your conscience, to do it or otherwise.' 'I know the rank and file of the CBI, they will bounce back; it is the leadership which has failed.'

Uttar Pradesh flood toll rises to 48

Uttar Pradesh flood toll rises to 48

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

The toll in Uttar Pradesh floods on Monday increased to 48, with reports of 20 more deaths in the state where several rivers were flowing above danger mark posing threat to more than 1,000 villages.

Nitish takes oath as Bihar CM, Lalu's son his deputy

Nitish takes oath as Bihar CM, Lalu's son his deputy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

This is the fifth time that Nitish will be the chief minister of Bihar and this will be his third consecutive term.

Why the BJP monitors Yogi's government

Why the BJP monitors Yogi's government

Rediff.com29 May 2017

'That the commandments to officialdom were issued by a BJP functionary and not a minister is a reflection of the Yogi government's work style.'

India gets a National Security AdviCzar

India gets a National Security AdviCzar

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

Ajit Doval is now India's all-powerful security boss. This concentration of power disrupts our layered security system. Will it not weaken whatever remains of the power and authority of the home, defence and finance ministers? asks Shekhar Gupta.

25 killed, 250 rescued in Madhya Pradesh twin train tragedy

25 killed, 250 rescued in Madhya Pradesh twin train tragedy

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Over 250 passengers have been rescued, a railway official said.

DDCA apex council slams Ombudsman's order reinstating Rajat

DDCA apex council slams Ombudsman's order reinstating Rajat

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ravikant Chopra, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) PC Vaish, GM, Cricket Operations, Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) members Yashpal Sharma and Sunil Valson also took the charge on Monday after taking back their resignations.

Delhi bus rapist's jail interview triggers a storm

Delhi bus rapist's jail interview triggers a storm

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

The Delhi Police has lodged an FIR and secured a court order restraining the media from carrying the interview.

8-year-old killed in celebratory firing by SP workers

8-year-old killed in celebratory firing by SP workers

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The victim, Sami, who was passing by Kairana area in a rickshaw, was hit during the firing by SP workers on Sunday.

30 years on, Bhopal gas tragedy victims still wait for compensation

30 years on, Bhopal gas tragedy victims still wait for compensation

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

An NGO working for the Bhopal gas tragedy victims has alleged that there are no accurate figures available on the death toll of the world's worst industrial disaster even after 30 years and has also raised concern over the toxic waste lying in defunct Union Carbide plant situated near the densely populated old Bhopal area.

Modi replaces top finance mandarin Mayaram in 1st major shake up

Modi replaces top finance mandarin Mayaram in 1st major shake up

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Over the past six months Rajasthan has introduced some of India's most radical free-market labour, land and welfare reform.

Rain ruins Day 1 in Rajasthan-Bengal Ranji match at Eden

Rain ruins Day 1 in Rajasthan-Bengal Ranji match at Eden

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

A summary of the opening day's play from the Ranji Trophy matches at various venues across the country.

UP: Suspended officer seeks revocation, oppn slams govt

UP: Suspended officer seeks revocation, oppn slams govt

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

A woman Indian Administrative Service officer, who had clamped down on illegal mining and resolutely taken head on the powerful sand mafia in Uttar Pradesh, has been suspended barely 10 months after she got her first posting in the state.

Did Maoists sabotage the Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express?

Did Maoists sabotage the Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

At least four passengers were killed and another eight were injured when the Delhi-Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express derailed at Golden Ganj station near Chhapra on early Wednesday morning in a suspected sabotage by Maoists.

UP govt denies farmers' suicides; admits crop loss of 1,100 crores

UP govt denies farmers' suicides; admits crop loss of 1,100 crores

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Even as the Uttar Pradesh government has flatly denied suicides by farmers in any part of the state, state chief secretary Alok Ranjan on Tuesday admitted that the untimely rain, thunder and hailstorm in large parts of the state had caused tremendous loss to the standing wheat crop to the tune of over Rs 1,100 crores.

A hot season for Akhilesh Yadav

A hot season for Akhilesh Yadav

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

After witnessing a near rout in the 2014 Lok Sabha polls, the ruling Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh might be facing the toughest challenge in its political history. Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, who was basking in the glory of wrestling the reigns of the state from Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati in the 2012 assembly elections, is now facing political heat in more ways than one.

These banks are betting on local hiring in face of cost-effective staff crunch

These banks are betting on local hiring in face of cost-effective staff crunch

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

These banks are finding it hard to pick up seasoned bankers at the pay they are offering

Banning cash transactions above Rs 3 lakh on govt radar

Banning cash transactions above Rs 3 lakh on govt radar

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

The Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigations Team on black money has also proposed that holding more than Rs 15 lakh in cash be made illegal for individuals and for companies, report Tinesh Bhasin and Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Karnataka, TN spar at Cauvery supervisory committee meet

Karnataka, TN spar at Cauvery supervisory committee meet

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

Karnataka and Tamil Nadu on Monday sparred at the meeting of Cauvery supervisory committee in New Delhi over the latter's share of the Cauvery water.

Hate in America: Indians were never immune!

Hate in America: Indians were never immune!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

From citizenship rights to hate crimes and police brutality, no wave of persecution in the US has left Indians completely untouched.

Juhi Chawla: Ravi Chopra suffered for too long

Juhi Chawla: Ravi Chopra suffered for too long

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.