News for 'Best Intentions'

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The injury-prone Bumrah played the first, third and fourth Tests in the Anderson-Tendulkar five-match series, skipping two matches with Mohammed Siraj leading the pace-bowling attack.

RBI outlines steps to improve EPFO's investment management

RBI outlines steps to improve EPFO's investment management

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The RBI advisory follows a labour ministry request earlier this year seeking the central bank's expertise to identify gaps in EPFO's investment strategy and fund management practices, including accounting, risk management, and internal governance.

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Ranji Trophy: Rahane, Tilak, Shami fail to fire

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Mumbai were bowled out for 181 in their second innings, setting J&K 243 runs to win the season-opening match.

'We Decided To Give Our Employees What Matters Most -- Their Own Time To Celebrate Life'

'We Decided To Give Our Employees What Matters Most -- Their Own Time To Celebrate Life'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'For us, it's not always about chasing revenue. It's about sustaining happiness and energy, because that's what drives long-term growth.'

PIX: West Indies stumble after India post huge total

PIX: West Indies stumble after India post huge total

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill struck his 10th Test century, while Ravindra Jadeja picked up three wickets as India dominated Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies, in Delhi, on Saturday.

Indian History Congress slams NCERT modules on Partition

Indian History Congress slams NCERT modules on Partition

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The Indian History Congress (IHC) has criticized NCERT's new Partition Horrors Remembrance Day modules, alleging they spread falsehoods with communal intent by depicting the Congress as complicit in Partition while absolving the British.

The Woman Who Dared To Democratise Wealth

The Woman Who Dared To Democratise Wealth

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

'Success isn't about a single brilliant idea; it's about the relentless execution, the ability to withstand the storms, and the unwavering belief in your mission, even when no one else sees it,' Madhu Lunawat, founder, The Wealth Company.

Why The National Awards Feel Different Now

Why The National Awards Feel Different Now

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

When you declare 12th Fail as the Best Film and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani as the Wholesome Entertainer of the year, you have somehow narrowed the range of the awards, suggesting, in effect, that the entire spectrum of possibility in Indian cinema extends from the Filmfare Awards winner for the Best Film to the Filmfare Awards winner for the Best Film (Critics), points out Sreehari Nair.

'Women Are Mercilessly Criticised'

'Women Are Mercilessly Criticised'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'It's not like I haven't made mistakes. There have been a couple of questionable films, but I have always learned from the films I pick.'

Rohit's attacking batting, captaincy shows India's intent: Hussain

Rohit's attacking batting, captaincy shows India's intent: Hussain

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Hussain also lavished praise on Kohli after the maestro recorded his 48th ODI hundred in the seven-wicket win against Bangladesh.

Did Aryan Khan *Really* Direct Ba***ds of Bollywood?

Did Aryan Khan *Really* Direct Ba***ds of Bollywood?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'When the show was releasing, I think all the actors were under the impression that this is a limited series.' 'After seeing the response, I feel we should have a season two.'

1st Test: Rahul, Jurel, Jadeja tons put India on top vs Windies

1st Test: Rahul, Jurel, Jadeja tons put India on top vs Windies

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Images from Day 2 of the 1st Test between India and West Indies in Ahmedabad

India said...: Pak minister amid Trump's ceasefire claims

India said...: Pak minister amid Trump's ceasefire claims

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Dar recalled that when he met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in July and asked about dialogue with India, the top US diplomat clarified that India has maintained it is a "bilateral issue."

Dropped catches cost India as Australia win by 8 wkts

Dropped catches cost India as Australia win by 8 wkts

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

India were served well by their top order batters with each of them hitting their stride to make significant contributions, even as the middle order players did not get going.

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Revealed! What Led To The 1962 War?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

As India and China continue to face off across the Himalayas six decades later, the echoes of that earlier conflict remain unmistakable. The core of China's sensitivity lies not in maps or mountain passes, but in its perception of sovereignty over Tibet, points out Dr Kumar.

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

GT Vs MI: Who Bowled Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Here's how the bowlers fared in Ahmedabad...

Why Aamir And Family Are 'Distressed'

Why Aamir And Family Are 'Distressed'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Aamir Khan and his family has urged the media to show empathy and not turn a private matter into 'salacious, inflammatory and hurtful gossip' after the actor's brother Faisal Khan, in an interview, alleged mistreatment by the family.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Bengaluru Traffic Test Corporate Patience

Bengaluru Traffic Test Corporate Patience

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

'We do not need short-term measures but long-term ones. Companies seem to have given up on the infrastructure part. Long delays are fuelling more traffic crisis.'

Rejected by Pakistan, Kaleem Makes History

Rejected by Pakistan, Kaleem Makes History

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

On Friday night in Abu Dhabi, that same man -- now 43 and wearing Oman's colours -- stood tall against cricket's biggest stars and proved that dreams have no expiry date.

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

'Irreparable Harm If Govt Takes Over Waqf Properties'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'Only because of the absence of a dedication record in writing, how can such properties be treated as located on misappropriated government land?'

ChatGPT5: OpenAI's Sam Altman's Big Bet

ChatGPT5: OpenAI's Sam Altman's Big Bet

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Sam Altman is wagering on GPT5 as a leap towards AGI -- smarter, more accurate and less flattering -- but admits the AI still lacks selflearning.

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

As the National Sports Governance Bill is set to become a law, the country's national federations and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P T Usha on Tuesday welcomed the landmark policy, calling it a step in the right direction as India gears up to bid for the 2036 Olympics.

WPL: Abhishek Nayar appointed UP Warriorz head coach

WPL: Abhishek Nayar appointed UP Warriorz head coach

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Abhishek Nayar was sacked as the Indian men's team assistant coach in April, less than a year into the job.

Run-Fest! 21 centuries, 7187 runs in India-England series

Run-Fest! 21 centuries, 7187 runs in India-England series

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy saw a staggering run aggregate of 7187 runs -- the second-highest in a series in Test history.

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'I make films which I think have the possibility of being liked by a majority of people, and you present it with the right emotions.'

GST 2.0: India's Answer To Trump's Tariffs

GST 2.0: India's Answer To Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Simplifying GST rates, removing exemptions, easing disputes, and speeding up refunds can boost investment in India and offer the best reply to Trump's tariffs, observes V S Krishnan, former member, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs.

Bumped Into Your Ex? What You Can Do

Bumped Into Your Ex? What You Can Do

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Talking about your ex can be healing, reflective, even helpful. But if your ex lives rent-free in all your conversations, you need help.

Chloe Malle: Vogue's New Anna Wintour

Chloe Malle: Vogue's New Anna Wintour

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

From social editor to Vogue's new leader, Chloe Malle embraces her 'nepo baby' status, ready to shape the future of fashion media.

Dhadak 2 Review: Must Watch!

Dhadak 2 Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

After a long time, here's a film that does justice to the people whose stories are never heard or written about, notes Divya Nair.

Bumrah is back - 'They should be worried'

Bumrah is back - 'They should be worried'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Varun Aaron said that the England batting unit is not going to be "very comfortable" heading into the third Test against India at Lord's

India's bid to host 2036 Olympics hits a snag

India's bid to host 2036 Olympics hits a snag

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

India's 2036 Oly dream: IOC pauses bidding process to figure out 'appropriate' time to elect host

Rahane reflects on season of lost opportunities

Rahane reflects on season of lost opportunities

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'A format like this, you got to be switched on every time. This format is really tough, this IPL is really tough.'

Need to probe if driver used BEST bus as 'weapon': Cops tell court

Need to probe if driver used BEST bus as 'weapon': Cops tell court

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Police have registered a case on charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder against the driver of a BEST bus involved in an accident in Mumbai which claimed six lives and left 43 others injured, officials said on Tuesday.

'It Turned Into A Lot Of Abuse...'

'It Turned Into A Lot Of Abuse...'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

After hundreds upon hundreds of runs on flat tracks in the ongoing series so far, it took the green top at The Oval to finally produce the best day of the Indian summer, on the fifth and last Friday of the Test series.

Gill's Dilemma: Be Kohli... Or Be Himself?

Gill's Dilemma: Be Kohli... Or Be Himself?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Shubman Gill's early days as India's Test captain have stirred intense debate -- not just for his on-field decisions, but for a noticeable shift in persona.

Here's why Prasidh riled up 'good mate' Joe Root...

Here's why Prasidh riled up 'good mate' Joe Root...

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

India pacer Prasidh Krishna relished the banter with 'good mate' Joe Root on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test, and said riling up England's batting mainstay was part of the team's plans.

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Families of victims of the Air India plane crash have hired a US law firm to explore legal options, seeking answers and accountability.

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Time To Tackle The Digital Fraud Surge

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

We propose an expert group be set up to form a national strategy on digital fraud. This group would bring together skills in financial regulation, security economics, cyber defence, and public communications, and an understanding of the Indian financial and security systems. It should lay the foundations of a coordinated approach by the Indian State in fighting digital fraud, suggest Ajay Shah and Nandkumar Saravade.

Cummins on why it didn't work out for SRH this year

Cummins on why it didn't work out for SRH this year

Rediff.com26 May 2025

SRH captain Pat Cummins said the team had the calibre to produce a better effort but it just did not work out, attributing the failure to the inability to graft on slower pitches.