News for 'Anand'

Norway Chess: Anand loses; Carlsen surges ahead

Norway Chess: Anand loses; Carlsen surges ahead

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Anand showed impressive form with a victory over Carlsen to lead the standings after the fifth round but was outgunned by Mamedyarov

Dharmaveer 2: Glorifying Eknath Shinde

Dharmaveer 2: Glorifying Eknath Shinde

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

From start to finish, Dharmaveer 2 feels less like a biopic and more like propaganda crafted for Eknath Shinde's political gain, observes Prasanna D Zore.

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

U'khand: 33 workers rescued as avalanche hits BRO camp, 22 still trapped

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Forty-one Border Road Organisation labourers working to clear snow near the high altitude border village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district were trapped under an avalanche on Friday.

Women We Admire: India's Brave Ranis

Women We Admire: India's Brave Ranis

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

This Women's Day Week, we pay tribute to the extraordinary courage, resilience, and leadership of three iconic Indian queens -- Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, Rani Chennamma of Kittur, and Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Malwa.

'Nobody Has The Right To Criticise My Dance Because Of My Skin Colour'

'Nobody Has The Right To Criticise My Dance Because Of My Skin Colour'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

This is the story of a man who fought racism and casteism throughout his life to become a professor of Bharata Natyam at the premier centre for performing arts in India, the Kerala Kalamandalam.

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Upton's mental masterclass: The secret behind Gukesh's triumph

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

D Gukesh credited mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton for helping him tame the 'emotional pressure' of competing at the World Chess Championship.

Equity MF inflows soar to near Rs 4 lakh cr in 2024

Equity MF inflows soar to near Rs 4 lakh cr in 2024

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Equity mutual funds witnessed a remarkable surge in inflows to nearly Rs 4 lakh crore in 2024, more than double the amount recorded in the preceding year, reflecting strong investor confidence and a continued shift towards long-term investing, particularly through Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs).

Anand beats Vachier-Lagrave in Norway Chess tourney

Anand beats Vachier-Lagrave in Norway Chess tourney

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

In the blitz event played prior to the Classical, Anand had shocked world champion Carlsen in round seven on the way to a fourth-place finish.

History in Minutes: Who Betrayed Chandra Shekhar Azad?

History in Minutes: Who Betrayed Chandra Shekhar Azad?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

On the 94th anniversary of the revolutionary giant's martyrdom, Utkarsh Mishra revisits the events of February 27, 1931.

FPI inflows into Indian equities drop sharply in 2024; rebound anticipated in 2025

FPI inflows into Indian equities drop sharply in 2024; rebound anticipated in 2025

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

After a robust 2023, foreign investors significantly scaled back their investments in Indian equities in 2024, with net inflows amounting to over Rs 5,000 crore, as elevated domestic valuations, coupled with geopolitical uncertainties prompted investors to adopt a more cautious stance. Looking ahead to 2025, FPI flows into Indian equities could see a recovery, supported by a cyclical upswing in corporate earnings, particularly in domestic-oriented sectors like capital goods, manufacturing, and infrastructure, Vinit Bolinjkar, head of research, Ventura Securities, said.

GM Vaishali's mission in London: More than just chess

GM Vaishali's mission in London: More than just chess

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali says doing well in the star-studded event is not the only target on her mind when she lands in the British Capital next month.

SRK Passes On The Mantle To Kartik Aaryan

SRK Passes On The Mantle To Kartik Aaryan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

'I have had too much fun attending IIFA. We have some wonderful memories, and some of them are wild, which we can't talk about.'

Equity MFs cap strong 2024 with near-record inflows in December

Equity MFs cap strong 2024 with near-record inflows in December

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Equity mutual funds (MFs) capped a strong 2024 with near-record inflows in December. With net inflows of Rs 41,156 crore in December, the 2024 tally surged to Rs 3.9 trillion, up 144 per cent compared to 2023. The December tally, which was only slightly short of the record-high inflows of Rs 41,887 crore achieved in October 2024, was fuelled by record inflows of Rs 9,761 crore into small-cap and mid-cap funds.

Allu Arjun grilled for 3 hours in stampede case

Allu Arjun grilled for 3 hours in stampede case

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Top Telugu actor Allu Arjun on Tuesday appeared before the Chikkadpally police in Hyderabad for questioning in connection with the death of a woman in a stampede during the screening of Pushpa-2 on December 4.

Siddique murder: Man held in Maha over financial support to other accused

Siddique murder: Man held in Maha over financial support to other accused

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

The Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested a Gujarat resident from Akola in Maharashtra in connection with the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique, taking the total number of arrests in the case to 25. Salmanbhai Iqbalbhai Vohra, a resident of Petlad in Gujarat's Anand district, was arrested from Balapur in Akola. The 66-year-old NCP leader was gunned down on October 12 near his MLA son Zeeshan Siddique's office in Bandra East's Nirmal Nagar area. Vohra is alleged to have provided financial support to some of the accused in the case, including the brother of arrested accused Gurmail Singh.

New York here I come! Erigaisi receives US visa

New York here I come! Erigaisi receives US visa

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Arjun Erigaisi breathed a sigh of relief after receiving his US visa to compete in the upcoming World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York

SEE: Tears of joy for Gukesh!

SEE: Tears of joy for Gukesh!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

After securing his victory, an emotional Gukesh couldn't hold back tears. The weight of the moment hit him as tears streamed down his face.

Norway Chess: Anand leads after second straight win

Norway Chess: Anand leads after second straight win

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand posted his second win on the trot, defeating Bulgarian Veselin Topalov in the Classical section to take the lead at the Norway Chess tournament.

Actor Sapna Singh's son found dead in Bareilly, friends arrested

Actor Sapna Singh's son found dead in Bareilly, friends arrested

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Actor Sapna Singh staged a protest in Bareilly after her 14-year-old son was found dead under suspicious circumstances. Police arrested his two friends, Anuj and Sunny, on charges of murder. The postmortem report indicated possible poisoning or drug overdose, and the friends confessed to consuming drugs and alcohol with the victim before he collapsed.

Five Indians aim to conquer Tata Steel Chess

Five Indians aim to conquer Tata Steel Chess

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Grandmaster D Gukesh will face his first major challenge since becoming world champion when he begins his campaign in the Tata Steel Chess tournament, which starts on Friday in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands.

Will visa delay cost Erigaisi a chance to shine?

Will visa delay cost Erigaisi a chance to shine?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Erigaisi also requested External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and the All India Chess Federation (AICF) to help him get the visa.

Why Anand opted out of playing Chess Olympiad

Why Anand opted out of playing Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The 44th edition of the prestigious event will witness a record 188 teams in the Open section and 162 in the women's side.

10 Must Watch Stories From Across The World

10 Must Watch Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

This year's Sundance Film Festival was rich with films and the theatres were warm, even as temperatures outside dipped to below freezing point. It snowed only once but the sidewalks remained slippery for a few days.

Tata leaves behind an unfulfilled dream: A Nano EV

Tata leaves behind an unfulfilled dream: A Nano EV

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

From Tetley Tea to Jaguar Land Rover and Air India, Ratan Tata has ticked off almost every item on his bucket list. However, one that remains unfinished is the electric version of his small car, the Tata Nano. A concept entrusted to Coimbatore-based Jayem Automotives (Jayem Auto) is still on the shelves, despite nearly 400 cars being launched, primarily due to Covid-19 and new crash norms.

Maha Kumbh: Officials focus on zero error Basant Panchami Amrit Snan

Maha Kumbh: Officials focus on zero error Basant Panchami Amrit Snan

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Ahead of the Basant Panchami Amrit Snan at the Maha Kumbh, top officials are emphasizing the implementation of "zero error" directives to prevent a repeat of the deadly stampede that occurred during a previous snan. The Uttar Pradesh government has deployed senior IAS officers with experience in crowd management and inter-agency coordination to oversee the event.

Elgar Parishad case: HC flags violation of Article 21

Elgar Parishad case: HC flags violation of Article 21

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Prolonged incarceration without trial amounts to infringement of the right to life under the Constitution, the Bombay high court said while urging a special court to expedite the trial in the 2018 Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case.

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Want To Dine With The Kapoors?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Netflix has announced a thrilling line-up for 2025.

AICF supports Anand's candidature for FIDE deputy president

AICF supports Anand's candidature for FIDE deputy president

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

On his part, Chauhan sought to emphasise how the AICF was the first federation to come out in support of Anand's candidature as the deputy president.

Officers with Ardh Kumbh experience to handle Maha Kumbh post stampede

Officers with Ardh Kumbh experience to handle Maha Kumbh post stampede

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has deployed two senior IAS officers, who were part of the team that successfully conducted the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, to oversee the smooth conduct of the Maha Kumbh Mela in the wake of the recent stampede that left at least 30 pilgrims dead. The officers, Ashish Goyal and Bhanu Chandra Goswami, have extensive experience in administration in Prayagraj, including crowd management and inter-agency coordination. They will join Mela Adhikari Vijay Kiran Anand, forming a trio that was part of the mega fair six years ago. The government has also deployed additional senior police officers to strengthen security and crowd management ahead of Basant Panchami, one of the key bathing days of the festival, on February 3.

Doctors Review: Marred By Chronic Melodrama

Doctors Review: Marred By Chronic Melodrama

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Doctors has soap opera level of plot developments that veer off to melodrama and struggle to keep you engaged, observes Mayur Sanap.

Passive investments surge in 2024: Index fund folios double, ETFs up 40%

Passive investments surge in 2024: Index fund folios double, ETFs up 40%

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have added a record number of investment accounts in 2024, buoyed by the sectoral and thematic investing euphoria that has spilled into the passive space.

FIITJEE founder among 12 booked after parents' complaints over shut down

FIITJEE founder among 12 booked after parents' complaints over shut down

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The founder of FIITJEE and 11 others have been booked after several of the coaching institute's centres in Delhi-NCR abruptly shut down, leaving students and parents in the lurch. FIITJEE has blamed the closures on "mismanagement and desertion" by managing partners, while students and parents allege non-payment of salaries and fraudulent practices. The institute claims it is pursuing legal action against competitors for alleged poaching of its faculty.

'I Smiled Each Time Amitabh Slipped'

'I Smiled Each Time Amitabh Slipped'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Rajesh Khanna: 'When I saw Namak Haram at a trial at Liberty cinema, I knew my time was up.' I told Hrishida, "Here is the superstar of tomorrow".'

Delhi poll: BJP fields ex-MPs against Kejriwal, Atishi

Delhi poll: BJP fields ex-MPs against Kejriwal, Atishi

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

The BJP has fielded former MP Parvesh Verma from the New Delhi seat against Arvind Kejriwal.

World Chess C'ship: Gukesh bounces back to WIN third game

World Chess C'ship: Gukesh bounces back to WIN third game

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Gukesh secured a decisive victory in just 37 moves, showcasing his exceptional tactical prowess and strategic acumen.

LML owner sues Bajaj Auto over 'Freedom' trademark

LML owner sues Bajaj Auto over 'Freedom' trademark

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

SG Corporate Mobility - the parent company of the Indian two-wheeler brand LML - has taken auto major Bajaj Auto to high court, claiming that it was illegally using its 'Freedom' trademark in newly-launched Bajaj Freedom CNG motorbikes, the company said in a statement on Thursday. SG Corporate Mobility claims that the term 'Freedom' has a deep-rooted association dating back to 2002 when the company had introduced its 'LML Freedom' motorcycle. The trademark 'Freedom,' along with the 'LML' brand, was officially assigned to SG Corporate Mobility in 2021 after being transferred by LML.

Maha Kumbh: 2 cr take 'Amrit Snan'; no rush for Sangam Nose

Maha Kumbh: 2 cr take 'Amrit Snan'; no rush for Sangam Nose

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The Maha Kumbh witnessed its third grand 'Amrit Snan' on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami, drawing hundreds of thousands of devotees from across the globe, all seeking spiritual liberation through the sacred dip, which was going on smoothly, officials said.

'Gukesh has summitted the highest peak'

'Gukesh has summitted the highest peak'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

The 18-year-old Gukesh claimed the title by beating China's Ding Liren in Singapore on Thursday.

Mushtaq Ali T20s: Mumbai include Shaw, Rahane; Iyer captain

Mushtaq Ali T20s: Mumbai include Shaw, Rahane; Iyer captain

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Prithvi Shaw was dropped from Mumbai's Ranji Trophy team for fitness and discipline related issues.

Congress sends Rajeev Shukla to pacify sulking Anand Sharma

Congress sends Rajeev Shukla to pacify sulking Anand Sharma

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

A day after senior Congress leader Anand Sharma resigned from the chairmanship of the party's Steering Committee for Himachal Pradesh, interim party president Sonia Gandhi on Monday asked All India Congress Committee in charge of the Himachal Pradesh, Rajeev Shukla to pacify the issue.