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We've made no commitment on South Africa tour: BCCI

We've made no commitment on South Africa tour: BCCI

Rediff.com22 May 2020

The senior BCCI office-bearer said that unless the government clears international travel, BCCI won't be in a position to make a commitment to any country.

Cricket Buzz: Klusener named consultant coach of Delhi Ranji team

Cricket Buzz: Klusener named consultant coach of Delhi Ranji team

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

While former Delhi skipper Mithun Manhas will be the chief coach, Klusener's appointment is certainly the most high profile among the support staff across domestic teams.

'Budget has prioritised populism over fiscal prudence'

'Budget has prioritised populism over fiscal prudence'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

'The move towards fiscal consolidation had to be diluted because of the relief to farmers as the government wants to appease the voters.'

Here's why you shouldn't miss the Republic Day parade

Here's why you shouldn't miss the Republic Day parade

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Ahead of the 70th Republic Day celebrations, here's a quick glimpse at what's in store for January 26.

One Needs Courage To Do What Prannoy Roy Did

One Needs Courage To Do What Prannoy Roy Did

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Even today when news organisations and their owners have stooped before the powers that be when they were only asked to bend, Prannoy is still standing tall, asserts Sanjay Ahirwal, , former managing editor, NDTV Worldwide.

Nitish baiter Kushwaha quits JD-U again, floats yet another party

Nitish baiter Kushwaha quits JD-U again, floats yet another party

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Disgruntled Janata Dal-United leader Upendra Kushwaha on Monday resigned from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's party, less than two years after returning to the party, and announced formation of the 'Rashtriya Loktantrik Janata Dal'.

'They wanted to strike terror in India'

'They wanted to strike terror in India'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

'The entire idea behind the serial bomb blasts was to strike fear in the minds of Indians.' 'I don't think the blasts were targeted to derail the Indian economy; the idea behind the blasts was retribution.'

29 ministers inducted into Bommai's cabinet

29 ministers inducted into Bommai's cabinet

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Among the ministers in the new cabinet are 8 Lingayats, 7 Vokkaligas, 7 OBCs, 3 SCs, 2 Brahmins, 1 ST and 1 Reddy, and a woman.

12 dead in stampede at Vaishno Devi during New Year rush

12 dead in stampede at Vaishno Devi during New Year rush

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Dilbag Singh told PTI that preliminary information from the scene suggests there was a minor altercation among some young boys, and within seconds, there was a stampede situation.

India taking 'baby steps' towards economic recovery: D&B

India taking 'baby steps' towards economic recovery: D&B

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

D&N cites positive changes in momentum in certain segments of economy, but says some areas of concern remain

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Ranji: Ignored for Aus Tests, Sarfaraz hits another ton

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A round-up of the first day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country, on Tuesday.

Punjab Police 'arrested me as if I was a terrorist': Bagga

Punjab Police 'arrested me as if I was a terrorist': Bagga

Rediff.com7 May 2022

'Whosoever speaks against the AAP supremo would be termed the biggest terrorist'

Pant's captaincy on test as India meet SA in 2nd T20

Pant's captaincy on test as India meet SA in 2nd T20

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

While the batting looks in perfect shape, India's new-look pace department needs to come up with something special against the Proteas in Cuttack on Sunday.

RBI-govt tussles are not new

RBI-govt tussles are not new

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan recalls a tussle between the government and RBI when Rajiv Gandhi was prime minister and how it was resolved.

This year too, FM brings tablet wrapped in 'bahi khata'

This year too, FM brings tablet wrapped in 'bahi khata'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

She posed for the traditional 'briefcase' picture outside her office along with her team of officials before heading to meet the President. She, however, was holding a tablet instead of a briefcase to present the Budget in a digital format.

BJP's Bagga gets HC cover, no coercive action to be taken till July 6

BJP's Bagga gets HC cover, no coercive action to be taken till July 6

Rediff.com10 May 2022

In a reprieve for Bharatiya Janata Party leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga, the Punjab and Haryana high court on Tuesday ordered the continuation of the interim protection against arrest granted to him till July 6 in a case of allegedly making provocative statements, promoting enmity and criminal intimidation.

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Remembering Football Legend Tulsidas Balaram

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Tulsidas Balaram, who passed into the ages last week, was a member of the Indian football team which reached the semis at the Olympics and won an Asian Games gold medal.

'Nitish Kumar will not dare challenge BJP'

'Nitish Kumar will not dare challenge BJP'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

'Unke andar will power ki kami hai.'

Remains of Delhi rape victim cremated: Police

Remains of Delhi rape victim cremated: Police

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

The cremation of the remaining human tissue and feet of the Dalit girl, who was allegedly raped and killed in southwest Delhi's Old Nangal area, was conducted on Wednesday by her parents, police said.

Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Bappida

Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Bappida

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Bappi Lahiri, who enthralled Hindi cinema lovers with his remarkable music in the 1980s and 1990s, was cremated at Mumbai's Pawan Hans crematorium in the presence of family, friends and fans on February 17.

Sidhu responsible for Punjab Cong crisis: Amarinder's wife

Sidhu responsible for Punjab Cong crisis: Amarinder's wife

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

She praised the chief minister for leading the party to "many victories" and taking Punjab on a "road to progress".

BJP holds meetings to review party's Delhi debacle

BJP holds meetings to review party's Delhi debacle

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Sources pointed out that according to initial feedback received during the meetings, the party did not properly handle issues such as the Aam Aadmi Party government's announcement of freebies and the anti-citizenship law protest at Shaheen Bagh.

Jaitley's contributions to public life will be remembered forever: Sonia

Jaitley's contributions to public life will be remembered forever: Sonia

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Gandhi expressed deep pain and distress at the passing away of Jaitley.

Will The Gandhis Step Down?

Will The Gandhis Step Down?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the CWC meeting, which was meant to formulate a plan to revive the party from the death throes of electoral irrelevance, but...

Prez approves Jeevan Raksha Padak awards for 40 people

Prez approves Jeevan Raksha Padak awards for 40 people

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Muhammed Muhsin (posthumous) of Kerala has been named for the Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak 2020.

Bedi demands immediate removal of his name from Kotla stand

Bedi demands immediate removal of his name from Kotla stand

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

Spin legend Bishan Singh Bedi has threatened to take legal action against the DDCA if his name is not removed from a spectators' stand at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground in New Delhi with immediate effect.

No hurdles for Tata-Air Asia JV: Ajit Singh

No hurdles for Tata-Air Asia JV: Ajit Singh

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

The aviation minister, Ajit Singh, on Tata-Air Asia joint venture

'Kamal' replaces Kamal Nath: Shivraj sworn-in as MP CM for 4th time

'Kamal' replaces Kamal Nath: Shivraj sworn-in as MP CM for 4th time

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The 61-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party leader was sworn in by Governor Lalji Tandon at Raj Bhawan here at 9 pm.

Akali leader Manjinder Sirsa joins BJP ahead of Punjab polls

Akali leader Manjinder Sirsa joins BJP ahead of Punjab polls

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

Sirsa has been a prominent face of the Akali Dal in the national capital and was a strong supporter of the farmers' protests against the three contentious farm laws. He said he will continue to work for Sikh causes.

'April IIP to be higher; inflation, rupee may be range bound'

'April IIP to be higher; inflation, rupee may be range bound'

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Index of Industrial Production is expected to have grown by 1-2 per cent in April, D&B said in a research note, adding that the pace of improvement in consumption and investment demand is likely to take place as per the measures taken by the new government.

Ranji Roundup: Gharami announces arrival; Mumbai on top

Ranji Roundup: Gharami announces arrival; Mumbai on top

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

A round-up of Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday

Monsoon Session: Oppn plans to corner govt on Agnipath, price rise

Monsoon Session: Oppn plans to corner govt on Agnipath, price rise

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Leaders of various opposition parties on Sunday demanded that issues of price rise, 'Agnipath' scheme as well as the alleged misuse of investigative agencies be taken up in Parliament and also raised objections to the list of 'unparliamentary words' at an all-party meeting convened by the government ahead of the Monsoon Session.

How can India be a $4.5-trillion economy?

How can India be a $4.5-trillion economy?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

According to the global business information, knowledge and insight provider, India is likely to achieve an average growth rate of around 7.5 per cent during FY15-FY20.

119 of 160 Cong candidates for UP polls are debutants

119 of 160 Cong candidates for UP polls are debutants

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

Of the total 166 names declared so far by the Congress, 119 candidates will be making their electoral debut.

BJP member demands law to revoke quota benefits to tribal converts

BJP member demands law to revoke quota benefits to tribal converts

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

A strong demand for revocation of reservation and other benefits to tribals who convert to other religions was made in the Lok Sabha on Monday.

Rajnath Singh is Humpty Dumpty, says Shourie

Rajnath Singh is Humpty Dumpty, says Shourie

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Arun Shourie on Monday asked the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) to take over the BJP's control and described the party's president Rajnath Singh as "Humpty Dumpty".

Jagdeep Dhankar's Rajya Sabha Challenge

Jagdeep Dhankar's Rajya Sabha Challenge

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

As vice president and ex-officio chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar is inheriting a troubled legacy. Although the government faces no real numerical challenges in the Upper House, political and legal challenges are there aplenty.

Conflict still an issue; it has to change: Ganguly

Conflict still an issue; it has to change: Ganguly

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

The Conflict ruling suggested in the Lodha reforms for BCCI came under criticism from several quarters as they believed it stopped the former cricketers from coming forward to help Indian cricket and cricketers.

Modi meets Putin, says Covid failed to affect ties with Russia

Modi meets Putin, says Covid failed to affect ties with Russia

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin held the 21st India-Russia summit, covering an array of areas with an aim to further enhance the special and privileged strategic partnership between the two countries.

2 Dalit sisters raped, found hanging from tree in UP's Lakhimpur

2 Dalit sisters raped, found hanging from tree in UP's Lakhimpur

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

The mother of the two girls alleged that they were murdered and accused three youths from the neighbouring village in Nighasan police station limits of abducting and killing them.