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Irani Cup: Sarfaraz slams double ton, RoI in trouble

Irani Cup: Sarfaraz slams double ton, RoI in trouble

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Sarfaraz became the first cricketer to score a double century for Mumbai in the Irani Cup, solidifying his reputation as a formidable batsman.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

SBI focuses on JanDhan, trusts, societies to mobilise incremental deposits

SBI focuses on JanDhan, trusts, societies to mobilise incremental deposits

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

In order to boost its deposit base, State Bank of India (SBI) is focusing on various segments, including JanDhan account holders, trusts, societies, and the segment below the affluent class but above the normal account holders. According to Ashwini Tewari , managing director, SBI, the bank is focusing on three broad segments. One is wealth banking, where the bank is focusing on individuals who perhaps do not qualify for private banking but are above regular accounts and require individual attention.

IPL 2024: KKR pick SL pacer Chameera as replacement

IPL 2024: KKR pick SL pacer Chameera as replacement

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

KKR named Sri Lankan Dushmantha Chameera as a replacement for England pacer Gus Atkinson for IPL 2024.

'I am jealous of Jadeja': Ashwin confesses

'I am jealous of Jadeja': Ashwin confesses

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The story of Ravichandrean Ashwin remains incomplete without the mention of Ravindra Jadeja.

Why Gill, Avesh will return home after India's group stage

Why Gill, Avesh will return home after India's group stage

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Rinku, who has enjoyed a fair amount of net practice, will accompany the team because of his dual utility -- he is a finisher in the middle-order and can replace anyone who gets injured in that slot.

J-K police books 3 lt colonels for attempt to murder, dacoity

J-K police books 3 lt colonels for attempt to murder, dacoity

Rediff.com30 May 2024

A case of attempt to murder and dacoity has been registered against three army lieutenant colonels and 13 others for their alleged involvement in a violent attack on the Kupwara police station, according to the FIR.

'Hundred for me, hundred for my brother': Sarfaraz Khan

'Hundred for me, hundred for my brother': Sarfaraz Khan

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Run-machine Sarfaraz Khan had made a promise to his Mumbai teammates and his family after his younger brother Musheer was ruled out of the Irani Cup match against Rest of India, following a road accident: score a double hundred.

Centre plans to revoke AFSPA, pull back troops in J-K, says Amit Shah

Centre plans to revoke AFSPA, pull back troops in J-K, says Amit Shah

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

On the controversial AFSPA, the home minister said, "We will also think of revoking AFSPA."

T20 WC: Who should be Bumrah's death bowling partner?

T20 WC: Who should be Bumrah's death bowling partner?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

RP Singh, India's bowling hero in the 2007 edition of the T20 World Cup in South Africa, said he will prefer Arshdeep over Mohammed Siraj.

Hyundai Gears Up For Rs 27,856 Crore IPO

Hyundai Gears Up For Rs 27,856 Crore IPO

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

India's second-largest passenger vehicles firm will be valued at Rs 1.59 trillion at the top-end of the price band of Rs 1,865-Rs 1,960.

ICC T20I Rankings: SKY 2nd; Gaikwad climbs to 7th

ICC T20I Rankings: SKY 2nd; Gaikwad climbs to 7th

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Suryakumar is placed second with 821 rating points behind Australia's Travis Head, who has 844 rating points.

CEC Rajiv Kumar gets Z-security after intelligence report

CEC Rajiv Kumar gets Z-security after intelligence report

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The government has provided Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar with a Z-category VIP security cover of armed commandos in view of potential threats against him, official sources said on Tuesday.

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

RBI imposes biz restrictions on Edelweiss

Rediff.com30 May 2024

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday imposed business restrictions on Edelweiss Group's lending and asset reconstruction arms on concerns over evergreening of loans. The central bank has asked ECL Finance Ltd (ECL) to cease and desist from undertaking any structured transactions in respect of its wholesale exposures, other than repayment and/or closure of accounts, an official statement said.

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

91 killed during stir against PM Hasina in Bangladesh; curfew imposed

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The clashes broke out this morning when protesters attending a non-cooperation programme to demand the government's resignation faced opposition from the supporters of the Awami League, Chhatra League, and Jubo League activists.

GST Gamed For Rs 81,875 cr, Finds Report

GST Gamed For Rs 81,875 cr, Finds Report

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

The highest-ever goods and services tax (GST) evasion has been done by the online money gaming industry.

Not opposed to tri-services theaterisation but have some reservations: IAF chief

Not opposed to tri-services theaterisation but have some reservations: IAF chief

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on Tuesday made it clear that the Indian Air Force is not opposed to the tri-services theaterisation plan but asserted that the doctrinal aspects of the force should not be compromised by the proposed structures.

Ghaziabad: Ruckus after car hits kanwariyas, security beefed up

Ghaziabad: Ruckus after car hits kanwariyas, security beefed up

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Police have intensified security in some areas of Ghaziabad district and imposed more traffic curbs after a car allegedly hit some kanwariyas in Muradnagar, who then thrashed the driver and vandalised the vehicle, an official said on Sunday.

India chase elusive title, kick off campaign against Kiwis

India chase elusive title, kick off campaign against Kiwis

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

ndia will not get a better opponent than New Zealand, which is not a fancied side like its Trans-Tasman neighbour. But the two-time runners-up are as tough as nails.

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Canada will make its maiden appearance in the Men's T20 World Cup with all-rounder Saad Bin Zafar, a player of Pakistani origin, set to lead the side in the showpiece event to be held in the Americas.

10 Maoists killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh

10 Maoists killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Nine Naxalites, including three women, were killed in an encounter with security personnel in a forest along the border of Narayanpur and Kanker districts in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, state's Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said.

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Modi hails Agnipath, targets Opposition

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Modi hails Agnipath, targets Opposition

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the Agnipath scheme is an example of necessary reforms undertaken by the Army and accused the opposition of playing politics over the recruitment process aimed at keeping the average age in armed forces young.

CRPF jawan killed, cop hurt in Manipur militant attack

CRPF jawan killed, cop hurt in Manipur militant attack

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

The deceased has been identified as Ajay Kumar Jha, 43, a resident of Bihar.

Softbank exits Paytm at loss of around $150 mn

Softbank exits Paytm at loss of around $150 mn

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Japan's Softbank investment arm Softbank Vision Fund exited from Paytm in the June quarter at a loss of around $150 million, sources aware of the development said. Softbank invested about $1.5 billion in One97 Communications -- the owner of Paytm brand -- in tranches in 2017. "Softbank has exited Paytm at a loss of 10-12 per cent.

The Apprentice Review: A Trump No One Has Seen Before

The Apprentice Review: A Trump No One Has Seen Before

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

The Apprentice is a keenly observed and entertaining biopic about the making of a man who is mostly responsible for all that has gone wrong with current American politics, observes Aseem Chhabra.

T20 WC: WI aims for solid start against PNG; USA open against Canada

T20 WC: WI aims for solid start against PNG; USA open against Canada

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

More than eight years after Carlos Brathwaite's four sixes at Eden Gardens gave them their second T20 world title, a wounded West Indies will look to redeem themselves at home when they begin their campaign in the event's ninth edition by taking on Papua New Guinea, in Georgetown on Sunday.

Lok Sabha MPs up in arms against SC's order on reservations

Lok Sabha MPs up in arms against SC's order on reservations

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

The recent Supreme Court judgment on reservation on Mondau came in for criticism in the Lok Sabha, with members claiming that it would hit80 per cent population of the country comprising Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Backward Classes.

Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

Hasaranga to lead Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Hasaranga too is returning from a chronic heel pain on his left leg, which forced him to miss the ongoing IPL.

Deploy full spectrum of anti-terror capabilities: Modi post-attacks in J-K

Deploy full spectrum of anti-terror capabilities: Modi post-attacks in J-K

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

"The prime minister asked them to deploy the full spectrum of our counter-terror capabilities," an official source said.

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

New Zealand find themselves in the a difficult group with two-time champions West Indies and Afghanistan also vying for the the top two spots.

Putin calls on 300,000 reserve troops to join Ukraine war

Putin calls on 300,000 reserve troops to join Ukraine war

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Putin said the purpose of the West is to weaken, divide and ultimately destroy Russia.

US-India: A Chicken And Egg Situation

US-India: A Chicken And Egg Situation

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Delhi's appeasement strategy may now translate as more mega arms deals with the US, generating substantial business and job creation in the American economy. Make no mistake, Americans will use it to pressure India, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'BJP Is Losing Ground Rapidly In J&K'

'BJP Is Losing Ground Rapidly In J&K'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Everyone is unhappy with the lieutenant governor's administration, which is ignorant, high-handed, and inaccessible.'

'India Must Not Give Sheikh Hasina Asylum'

'India Must Not Give Sheikh Hasina Asylum'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'At this moment you cannot give her asylum because if you do, then you are directing public anger against India.'

Rajiv abolished inheritance tax for Indira's wealth: Modi

Rajiv abolished inheritance tax for Indira's wealth: Modi

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

The Congress wants to reinforce the tax more powerfully now after its four generations reaped benefit of the wealth passed on to them, he said.

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Australia might experiment in the group stage to find their best XI. Leg-spinner Adam Zampa will play a crucial role while left-arm spinner Ashton Agar is also expected to be in the mix.

Gun-toting mob tries to overrun police headquarters in Manipur

Gun-toting mob tries to overrun police headquarters in Manipur

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

At least three BSF personnel sustained bullet injuries after gunmen fired at security forces in Manipur's Thoubal district, police said on Thursday.

Maoist behind killing of 3 cops killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh

Maoist behind killing of 3 cops killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

The skirmish took place in the forest near Mangnar village under Barsur police station limits, he said.

Shakib Al Hasan: Cricketer who never played by the rules

Shakib Al Hasan: Cricketer who never played by the rules

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Shakib Al Hasan is a tremendous cricketer of international repute and hopefully Bangladesh cricket history would be kinder to him.

Govt open to bring any change in Agnipath scheme if...: Rajnath

Govt open to bring any change in Agnipath scheme if...: Rajnath

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday defended the Agnipath scheme underlining that the future of youths joining as Agniveers would not be impacted, even as he said the government was 'open' to bring any change in it 'if required'.