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Mallya resigns as USL chief; to be paid Rs 515 crore

Mallya resigns as USL chief; to be paid Rs 515 crore

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Mallya will now be the Founder Emeritus of USL

Tottenham manager Redknapp cleared of tax evasion

Tottenham manager Redknapp cleared of tax evasion

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

After the verdict, Harry Redknapp, one of the best known figures in English soccer, said the strain of the investigation had been "horrendous" as he fought back tears.

How to prime the sub-prime

How to prime the sub-prime

Rediff.com31 Jan 2009

A first-hand account of how global banks got into the mess they're in.

The Politics of Education

The Politics of Education

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

'If there is one thing our politicians, especially those with their ear to the ground, understand, it is the reality that their voters want three things from their children's schooling: English, English, English', notes Shekhar Gupta.

Understanding the history of Indian spin bowling

Understanding the history of Indian spin bowling

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Anindya Dutta relies on facts and figures rather than back stories to trace the history of Indian spin bowling, says Partha Basu.

India's oldest Test cricketer Madhav Mantri passes away

India's oldest Test cricketer Madhav Mantri passes away

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Former India wicket-keeper Madhav Mantri passed away early Friday morning at the age of 92.

Rupee ends 3 paise higher at 67.17 vs US dollar

Rupee ends 3 paise higher at 67.17 vs US dollar

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The rupee largely shrugged off the high volatility in stocks and rebounded sharply towards the fag-end trade following bout of dollar selling by exporters

Man dies during protests against G-20 summit

Man dies during protests against G-20 summit

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

One person died after he collapsed during demonstrations against the G-20 summit in London, as security officials vowed to prosecute protestors who broke into a branch of the Royal Bank of Scotland. The man died after he collapsed at the scene of protests near the Bank of England. A protester called the police after they saw the man collapse and stop breathing. Two police medics broke through the cordon and carried the man to a clear area.

It's advantage Mumbai Indians on paper

It's advantage Mumbai Indians on paper

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

Decimated by injuries but spirited nonetheless, Mumbai Indians will bank on their familiarity with the conditions to fight through another tough challenge when they take on England's Somerset in the semi-final of the Champions League Twenty20 at the M A Chidambaram stadium, in Chennai on Saturday.

Unpaid SL cricketers playing for love of the game

Unpaid SL cricketers playing for love of the game

Rediff.com3 Feb 2012

Sri Lankan players will be playing the ODI tri-series in Australia, the Commonwealth Bank Series, because of their love for cricket, despite not getting their payments on time.

Ganpati pandal hopping? Get fashion ready!

Ganpati pandal hopping? Get fashion ready!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Take a few style tips from Bollywood!

Here is Waugh's warning to the Aussies...

Here is Waugh's warning to the Aussies...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Former Australian World Cup-winning skipper Steve Waugh has warned Michael Clarke's men not to bank on Steven Smith's golden run during the summer ahead of World Cup opener against England on Saturday in Melbourne.

I am not an absconder, says Mallya

I am not an absconder, says Mallya

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

'I have been most pained at being painted as an absconder'.

Rupee shrugs off initial setback to end almost flat

Rupee shrugs off initial setback to end almost flat

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Some analysts believe that markets are expected to remain unclear and would have to wait until tomorrow's US non-farm payrolls data.

Rupee hits 2-year low to end at 66.88 vs USD

Rupee hits 2-year low to end at 66.88 vs USD

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Dealers attributed the rupee's fall to fresh demand for USD.

This Rhodes scholar worked as a grocery store checker

This Rhodes scholar worked as a grocery store checker

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Meet Indian-American Aysha Bagchi who is perhaps the most traveled of the 32 Rhodes Scholars for 2012. She shares her journey here.

Vijay Mallya is at his country home near London

Vijay Mallya is at his country home near London

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

Vijay Mallya had indicated last month that he wanted to move to the UK to be closer to his children.

Gold at highest in over two years on renewed Brexit concerns

Gold at highest in over two years on renewed Brexit concerns

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

Gold is often favoured as a hedge against economic and financial uncertainty

How interest rates affects oil prices

How interest rates affects oil prices

Rediff.com9 Jan 2008

Dan Denning analyses the correlation between the soaring oil prices and banking rates in the Western world.

Markets shrug off Brexit impact but will it last?

Markets shrug off Brexit impact but will it last?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Traders are waiting for the earnings season to kick off.

4 or 5 day Tests? What will ICC decide?

4 or 5 day Tests? What will ICC decide?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

We don't know where this proposal is going to end up, but we do know that Test cricket is becoming less and less feasible in commercial and financial terms, with every passing Test, says Suhit K Sen.

Covid-19 scare: 30 states, UTs in complete lockdown

Covid-19 scare: 30 states, UTs in complete lockdown

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

A tweet by the Press Information Bureau said the states which have imposed lockdown in all districts include Chandigarh, Delhi, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir and Nagaland. The other states are: Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Ladakh, Tripura, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Haryana, Daman Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Karnataka and Assam.

Dhoni says players overworked, wants rotation policy

Dhoni says players overworked, wants rotation policy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Hit hard by injuries on the disastrous tour of England, India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni conceded that the players are overworked and called for a rotation policy to give them rest.

Mallya resigns as Chairman of Bayer CropScience

Mallya resigns as Chairman of Bayer CropScience

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

The company said it will appoint a new Chairman at the next Board meeting.

WT20: Afghanistan face daunting task against South Africa

WT20: Afghanistan face daunting task against South Africa

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

Advancing into the Super 10 stage for the first time in three attempts, minnows Afghanistan will face a formidable challenge when they clash with South Africa in the ICC World Twenty 20 Championship at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.

Favourites India ready to tame depleted Bangladesh in Asia Cup final

Favourites India ready to tame depleted Bangladesh in Asia Cup final

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

India are the overwhelming favourites to win the tournament for a record seventh time while Bangladesh will be hoping to be third-time lucky in a summit clash.

More trouble for FIFA...Swiss authorities examine grants

More trouble for FIFA...Swiss authorities examine grants

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Swiss authorities are examining development grants made by FIFA around the world as part of their investigation.

How will Chawla panel save the nation's wealth?

How will Chawla panel save the nation's wealth?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

The first sign that shows a government is serious about an issue is when it appoints a high-powered committee to look into matters.

Australia's World Cup tormentor Starc to miss start of IPL

Australia's World Cup tormentor Starc to miss start of IPL

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

The Australia pacer, player of the recent cricket World Cup, will be out for up to three weeks after suffering a minor knee injury.

Delhi aim to crack CSK code for maiden IPL final berth

Delhi aim to crack CSK code for maiden IPL final berth

Rediff.com9 May 2019

It was CSK who denied Delhi a top-two spot in the league standings with a crushing 80-run win at Chepauk and the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led side stands in their way again, only the stakes are much higher.

Ready to act on any 'disorderly behaviour': Rajan

Ready to act on any 'disorderly behaviour': Rajan

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Indian economy has good fundamentals and sizeable foreign reserves, RBI Governor Raghuram rajan said.

Indian economy to be hit hard, if US slows down

Indian economy to be hit hard, if US slows down

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

Asian economies, including India, are likely to be hit hard in the event of a slowdown in the US.

RBI vs the government: Who's the boss?

RBI vs the government: Who's the boss?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

The Reserve Bank of India is not a free agent. It never has been, nor should it ever be.

India series up there with the Ashes: Strauss

India series up there with the Ashes: Strauss

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

England Test captain Andrew Strauss considers the upcoming series against India as tough as the historic Ashes but is banking on home advantage to upstage the world's number one side.

Brexit woes ease; Nifty reclaims 8,200 on 7th Pay Commission approval

Brexit woes ease; Nifty reclaims 8,200 on 7th Pay Commission approval

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Participants are keenly awaiting the rollovers to the next series ahead of the expiry of June F&O.

The best currency note of the year... it's not India's

The best currency note of the year... it's not India's

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

A look at the current contenders International Bank Note Society's Banknote of the Year

Fans betting on sentimental favourite Serena to win US Open

Fans betting on sentimental favourite Serena to win US Open

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

A six-time champion at Flushing Meadows, Williams was once money in the bank when it came to the US Open

Ponting confident his 'inexperienced guys' will deliver

Ponting confident his 'inexperienced guys' will deliver

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

Australia's pedigree in ICC tournaments, the World Cup in particular, and its remarkable one-day record on subcontinent wickets has renewed the captain's belief that they can win a fourth straight world title.

Sensex rises 145 points to end at fresh 2016 high

Sensex rises 145 points to end at fresh 2016 high

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

n the broader market, both the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices, were up 1.2% and 0.7% each.

Football Briefs: Manchester City's Walker backs decision to cut holidays short

Football Briefs: Manchester City's Walker backs decision to cut holidays short

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field