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Juned's Journey: From Driving Autos To Winning Irani Cup

Juned's Journey: From Driving Autos To Winning Irani Cup

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

From working in a garment factory, selling bread, and driving an autorickshaw, the 24-year-old fast bowler's path to representing domestic giants Mumbai was anything but easy.

Action Time For Alaya!

Action Time For Alaya!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Amyra attends a wedding... Ali has an announcement... Mahesh Babu goes trekking...

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

First recipient returns Kunbi certificate: 'Can't feed me and starve my brothers'

First recipient returns Kunbi certificate: 'Can't feed me and starve my brothers'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

A Maratha community member from Dharashiv in Maharashtra, who was the first one to be given the Kunbi caste certificate in the district as part of the ongoing survey exercise, has decided to return the document to the authorities, saying he wants all Marathas in the state to be given this benefit.

G20 leaders agree to strengthen WHO to fast-track EUA for Covid vax: Goyal

G20 leaders agree to strengthen WHO to fast-track EUA for Covid vax: Goyal

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Briefing the media in Rome, Goyal said the Leaders adopted the 'Rome Declaration' at the G20 Summit and the communique gives a very strong message under the health section with the countries agreeing that the COVID-19 immunisation is a global public good.

Maha to issue Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Marathas

Maha to issue Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Marathas

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The decision comes a day after Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said a government-appointed committee scrutinised 1.72 crore old documents (including those of Nizam-era) and among them, 11,530 records were found where Kunbi caste was mentioned.

Why the Indian fast bowlers are the world's best

Why the Indian fast bowlers are the world's best

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'In the future, you will get pacers who will bowl even faster than the current lot because these guys are currently setting new standards.'

Marathas will be given reservation without...: Shinde

Marathas will be given reservation without...: Shinde

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said the all-party meeting held earlier in the day decided that reservation should be given to the Maratha community without tampering with the existing quotas of other communities in the state.

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Govt favours Maratha quota, says Shinde after all-party meet

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Leaders at an all-party meeting on Maratha quota chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday passed a resolution asking activist Manoj Jarange to call off his indefinite fast.

Maratha quota: Maha minister Bhujbal hits out at his own govt

Maratha quota: Maha minister Bhujbal hits out at his own govt

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

He also termed the draft notification issued by the state government providing Kunbi certificates to all Marathas as a mere 'eyewash', and said caste is determined by birth and not affidavits.

How to EAT RIGHT after Eid

How to EAT RIGHT after Eid

Rediff.com14 May 2021

You had been eating sehri in the morning and iftar in the evening for the past month, fasting for nearly 12 hours in between. Now that you are switching back to your old lifestyle, you'll need to follow a few guidelines to get your body back on course, advises nutritionist Ryan Fernando.

'Rohit having the freedom to walk out and bat will be beneficial for him and MI'

'Rohit having the freedom to walk out and bat will be beneficial for him and MI'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

With the burden of captaincy off his shoulders, Rohit Sharma will be able to play with a lot of freedom which will help five-time champions Mumbai Indians, reckoned former Australia T20 skipper Aaron Finch.

Early bird top line growth fastest in four quarters

Early bird top line growth fastest in four quarters

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The revenue growth of early birds or companies that have declared their Q4FY24 (March quarter) numbers is the highest in the last four quarters. The 178 companies (excluding their listed subsidiaries) that declared their results have reported a sales growth rate of 13.2 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), taking aggregate revenue to Rs 9.1 trillion. Including other income, growth is at 16 per cent, the highest in the last four quarters.

BCCI stops benefit payment to Kirti Azad

BCCI stops benefit payment to Kirti Azad

Rediff.com23 May 2012

The BCCI may have dropped his name from the list of former cricketers who will get one-time benefit payment but a defiant Kirti Azad has said that he will not stop from raising his voice against the Indian Premier League and the Board.

Osaka set to return: Can she dominate again?

Osaka set to return: Can she dominate again?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Naomi Osaka's return a boost for women's tour, says Mouratoglou

Maharashtra drops cases against Maratha protestors, suspends 3 police officials

Maharashtra drops cases against Maratha protestors, suspends 3 police officials

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday announced the withdrawal of police cases filed against pro-Maratha reservation protesters in Jalna district, the epicentre of the latest round of stir on the issue, and urged quota activist Manoj Jarange to end his indefinite fast.

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

From the early pioneers to today's global superstars, the Olympics have captured hearts and minds, shaping cultures and inspiring generations.

We want Maratha quota across Maharashtra, not in few regions, says activist

We want Maratha quota across Maharashtra, not in few regions, says activist

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Fasting quota activist Manoj Jarange on Monday sought reservation for the Maratha community in entire Maharashtra and not in specific regions and warned the ongoing agitation will be ratcheted up if the demand was not fulfilled by the state government.

Union Budget '24: Realty players' high-rise expectations

Union Budget '24: Realty players' high-rise expectations

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

During 2023, the Indian real estate sector - both housing and commercial - witnessed buoyancy fuelled by demand, supply, and absorption, and the sector is banking on the upcoming Budget to keep the momentum going. Mumbai-based Sattva Group wants the government to focus on the critical pillars for long-term growth. The company emphasised on the infrastructure boom with increased allocation, lower goods and services tax (GST) rates, incentives for affordable housing and single-window clearance to fast-track projects and support liquidity.

IPL Qualifier 1: Can KKR's spinners stop SRH's batting line-up?

IPL Qualifier 1: Can KKR's spinners stop SRH's batting line-up?

Rediff.com20 May 2024

High-flying Kolkata Knight Riders and an unpredictable Sunrisers Hyderabad, teams that have built their IPL 2024 campaign on power-hitting, will look to outmuscle each other in Qualifier 1 in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

Will Budget Cause Trouble For Modi?

Will Budget Cause Trouble For Modi?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'Union Budgets are often used as political instruments and that was the intention of this government too.' 'But while the exercise has settled two fronts, it has left open several others and this has the potential to aggravate with time,' predicts Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

'You can't compare Modi and Dr Singh'

'You can't compare Modi and Dr Singh'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

'The sense of Constitutional propriety and political morality seems to be vanishing fast.' 'There are many things in today's politics of governance which Manmohan Singh would have never dreamt of saying or doing.'

Maratha quota activist Jarange to tour Maharashtra after Diwali

Maratha quota activist Jarange to tour Maharashtra after Diwali

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Activist Manoj Jarange on Monday said he will set out on a tour of Maharashtra after the Diwali festival to meet Marathas and make them aware about the issue of reservation for the community.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

'Rural demand for FMCG would come up in next quarter'

'Rural demand for FMCG would come up in next quarter'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'We are seeing signs of improvement in rural overall in terms of demand, but I would still keep my fingers crossed.'

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The push given to rooftop solar installation in the Interim Budget ties in with its high rate of adoption in Tier-II and -III cities of India. If original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automobile industry, government, and the solar sector are to be believed, in cities of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Kerala, 45-50 per cent of electric-vehicle (EV) users are employing rooftop power to charge their vehicles. This is compared to the national average of 25 per cent, say industry sources.

'Elections May Sway Markets Temporarily'

'Elections May Sway Markets Temporarily'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

'The long-term impact of elections is minimal.'

10 ways Surya Namaskar benefits you...

10 ways Surya Namaskar benefits you...

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

... no matter where you are from

Why it won't be easy for Tesla to drive into India

Why it won't be easy for Tesla to drive into India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

India will not tailor its policies to suit US EV maker Tesla, and its laws and tariff rules will be formulated to attract all-electric vehicle manufacturers from across the world to set up a base in the world's fastest-growing economy, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said. Tesla has been seeking an initial tariff concession that would allow it to offset 70 per cent customs duty for cars priced less than $40,000, and 100 per cent for cars of higher value.

Nifty cos' profit growth seen at slowest in 5 qtrs

Nifty cos' profit growth seen at slowest in 5 qtrs

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

The brokerage earnings estimate for the January-March 2024 quarter (Q4FY24) for Nifty 50 companies hints at a slowdown in corporate profit growth while revenue increase is likely to be in low single digits as in the previous two quarters. According to various brokerage estimates, the companies' combined net profits are expected to grow 3.1 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in Q4FY24, the slowest in the last five quarters. For comparison, the index companies' combined net profits were up 8.2 per cent Y-o-Y in Q3FY24 and 3.4 per cent Y-o-Y in Q4FY23.

'Nitish Kumar as CM will benefit Tejashwi, not BJP'

'Nitish Kumar as CM will benefit Tejashwi, not BJP'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

'If the BJP continues with Nitish as CM, it will not consolidate its position further in future.'

Gold Loans On RBI, Finance Ministry Radar

Gold Loans On RBI, Finance Ministry Radar

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Loan against gold as a product is catching on fast. Let's keep the momentum going, but aim for sustainable growth. A few bad apples should not ruin the brunch, argues Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Moeen comes out of Test retirement, added to Ashes squad

Moeen comes out of Test retirement, added to Ashes squad

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Moeen made his Test debut in 2014 and played his last Test against India at the Oval in September 2021. He scored 2,914 runs in 64 Tests at an average of 28.29, and picked up 195 wickets with his off-spin.

Tata Technologies IPO becomes the new buzzword of Street, investors

Tata Technologies IPO becomes the new buzzword of Street, investors

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Her reasoning is simple, "It's a Tata company. No shareholder will let go of this opportunity," she told Business Standard. When asked if the other reason for lining up for the IPO is the technology sector and the fact that the combination of Tata and tech is happening after almost two decades, she replied: "The name of the company and the group matter. Tata means stability and credibility," she added.

Stalin Needs to Think Fast, Act Faster

Stalin Needs to Think Fast, Act Faster

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

Good intentions and elaborate roadmaps apart, there is an urgent need for the Tamil Nadu chief minister to come up with branded schemes like MGR's meal scheme, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Maha district begins issuing Kunbi certificates to facilitate Maratha quota

Maha district begins issuing Kunbi certificates to facilitate Maratha quota

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Amid a fresh wave of protests in Maharashtra over the Maratha quota demand, authorities in Dharashiv district of the state on Wednesday started distributing Kunbi caste certificates to the eligible Maratha community members, paving the way for their inclusion in the OBC category.

'We will quickly pass on the benefit of lower GST to consumers'

'We will quickly pass on the benefit of lower GST to consumers'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

A strong supporter of the new tax regime, Adi Godrej tells Viveat Susan Pinto the second half of FY18 will be even better for consumer goods companies as challenges abate.

Govt likely to issue CAA rules before poll code comes into effect

Govt likely to issue CAA rules before poll code comes into effect

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The rules for the CAA are likely to be issued before the MCC comes into effect, sources privy to the development said.

Sumit Nagal eyes Olympic glory next

Sumit Nagal eyes Olympic glory next

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

His dream of being inside the global top-100 has been realised but Sumit Nagal is nowhere close to being a content man as the Indian tennis ace says he now faces the challenge of improving or holding on to his standing for direct entry into Grand Slams and the Paris Olympics.

Come and tell us why you need more time to grant quota, Jarange tells Shinde govt

Come and tell us why you need more time to grant quota, Jarange tells Shinde govt

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Activist Manoj Jarange on Wednesday asked the Maharashtra government to make it clear whether it is ready to provide reservation to the entire Maratha community and why it needs more time in granting quota to it.