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'Imran expressed great sadness at Pak loss to India'

'Imran expressed great sadness at Pak loss to India'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Imran Khan also questioned the cricketing credentials of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi.

Rabada will consider SA's captaincy if offered

Rabada will consider SA's captaincy if offered

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

The world of cricket is increasingly becoming data-driven but Rabada believes that numbers and analytics is for reference with a player like him intrinsically trusting his gut.

'Digital Act Will Kill RTI Slowly, Surely'

'Digital Act Will Kill RTI Slowly, Surely'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'By extending the definition of 'personal' to include institutions and not just individuals, the State has equipped itself with a tool to block access to most kinds of information.'

SC ropes in IIT Delhi experts for answer on NEET-UG question

SC ropes in IIT Delhi experts for answer on NEET-UG question

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The top court took note of the submissions of some aspirants that a question related to an "atom" and its characteristics had two correct answers and a set of examinees, who gave one particular answer out of the two correct ones, were awarded four marks.

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan has warned the international community that any military moves by India shall be 'responded to assuredly and decisively... onus of any escalatory spiral and its consequences shall squarely lie with India.' Implicit in the statement is a veiled threat that even a nuclear threshold may be reached if push comes to shove, warns Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'BJP used Shinde and now wants its man as Maha CM'

'BJP used Shinde and now wants its man as Maha CM'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'This is injustice to Shinde. Are they trying to say that he is not good enough to be the CM?'

India wants to prove that Canada doesn't...: Trudeau's big charge

India wants to prove that Canada doesn't...: Trudeau's big charge

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

India believes that Canada doesn't take seriously violence or terrorism or incitement to hatred seriously, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday as he cited foundational responsibility for the Canadian government for not taking actions against those espousing violence and terrorism against a third country.

When Neil Mukesh Was Racially Screened In US

When Neil Mukesh Was Racially Screened In US

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'They were not sure that I was of Indian origin as their stereotypical image of an Indian was that of a dark-skinned dude.'

Ranji: Mulani, Himanshu power Mumbai to big win!

Ranji: Mulani, Himanshu power Mumbai to big win!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Spinner Shams Mulani (5/71) and Himanshu Singh (4/77) wreaked havoc by sharing nine wickets between them as defending champions Mumbai crushed Odisha.

'Good Roles Are Playing Hard To Get With Me'

'Good Roles Are Playing Hard To Get With Me'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'Some people tell me you're playing hard to get. But I'm not. It's the other way around.'

Furious Rahane blames Eden Gardens pitch after defeat

Furious Rahane blames Eden Gardens pitch after defeat

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane expressed disappointment with the Eden Gardens pitch, lamenting the lack of assistance for spinners after his team's second loss at home.

Kunal Kamra asks BookMyShow if he's banned, it says...

Kunal Kamra asks BookMyShow if he's banned, it says...

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has written an open letter to BookMyShow requesting the online ticketing platform to either not delist him or to hand over the contact information of audience members he has earned through his solo shows over the years. The letter comes days after Shiv Sena claimed BookMyShow had taken Kamra off the sale and artists list from its platform amid ongoing controversy around his 'traitor' jibe against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'Rinku supported Zeeshan a lot during UP T20 league. A leg-spinner needs a lot of confidence from his captain. He was brought into bowl at crucial junctures and that helped him catch attention of scouts.'

BJP Concedes AIADMK Demands In Eagerness For Alliance

BJP Concedes AIADMK Demands In Eagerness For Alliance

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

EPS has had its way on most things, alliance-wise. A week earlier, he reiterated that he would not re-admit OPS and Sasikala Natarajan back in the party. It was a message not just to detractors in the AIADMK. It was even more so for the BJP leadership in Delhi. Even more important for the AIADMK was their demand for accepting EPS as the chief ministerial candidate of any alliance that the party would form, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Rohit's Form Dips, SRH's Batters Flop!

Rohit's Form Dips, SRH's Batters Flop!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

As IPL 2025 enters a crucial phase, both Rohit Sharma and SRH's misfiring stars are running out of time and excuses.

Bengal SSC to hold fresh exams for teachers' recruitment

Bengal SSC to hold fresh exams for teachers' recruitment

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) on Friday said it would abide by the Supreme Court directive and soon initiate the process of conducting fresh exams for all teaching and non-teaching candidates, who took part in the now-invalidated 2016 job recruitment exercise.

Amir's 'fancy' bowling backfires: Ramiz questions Pakistan's tactical blunder

Amir's 'fancy' bowling backfires: Ramiz questions Pakistan's tactical blunder

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Ramiz Raja points out Pakistan's tactical blunder during Super Over against USA

BIG MOVE: Hardik Pandya set to rejoin Mumbai Indians?

BIG MOVE: Hardik Pandya set to rejoin Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

With Mumbai Indians refusing to comment on the development, one would need to wait till November 26, the closing day for IPL's trading window.

1971 Census should be basis for delimitation: Stalin at all-party meet

1971 Census should be basis for delimitation: Stalin at all-party meet

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Moving a resolution, Stalin said that in the event of increase in the number of seats in Parliament, 1971 Census should be the basis for it. Also, the 1971 Census should be basis for delimitation of LS seats for 30 years from 2026, he asserted.

'How Do Students Get 100% In Exams?'

'How Do Students Get 100% In Exams?'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'Because the same stupid questions are repeated year after year when an exam should provoke the students to think and not ask repetitive questions.' 'So, what do coaching institutes do? They teach students to memorise these questions and answers without understanding the subject.'

'Mumbai's Success Depends On Rohit'

'Mumbai's Success Depends On Rohit'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'You need a 400-run season from Rohit Sharma. 15s and 20s converted into 40s and 60s.'

Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq's 'Heart Lamp' shortlisted for Booker Prize

Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq's 'Heart Lamp' shortlisted for Booker Prize

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Banu Mushtaq's "Heart Lamp" is the first Kannada title to be shortlisted for the International Booker Prize 2025. The collection of short stories, translated from Kannada to English by Deepa Bhasthi, tells stories of encroaching modernity and the lives of Muslim women in southern India. The judges praised Mushtaq's "witty, vivid, colloquial, moving and excoriating" style of writing.

'I Couldn't Stop Crying...'

'I Couldn't Stop Crying...'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

It was an emotional evening for many film folk, as they won the top awards at the 25th IIFA ceremony in Jaipur.

IPL 2025: Why Rohit Can Attack But Kohli Can't

IPL 2025: Why Rohit Can Attack But Kohli Can't

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli has the skill to score runs at a much better strike-rate like any young T20 star but RCB's team composition is such that he needs to adopt a risk-free approach.

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

Why Pakistan cricket is on the decline!

Why Pakistan cricket is on the decline!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Former Pakistan captain blamed frequent changes in the team's management, coaches, and players for the chaotic situation.

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a physiotherapist who works with specially abled children and adults, debunks the myths and helps us understand how to deal with and support individuals with autism.

Rohit faces DC spin test as MI eye winning ways

Rohit faces DC spin test as MI eye winning ways

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

An out of sorts Rohit Sharma will strive to keep himself relevant going forward in the Indian Premier League when he is challenged by Delhi Capitals' effective troika of spinners in Mumbai Indians' next match in Delhi on Sunday.

'In Rs 40L Debt Trap. How Do I Repay?'

'In Rs 40L Debt Trap. How Do I Repay?'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

'Gambhir, Morkel Must Help Rohit'

'Gambhir, Morkel Must Help Rohit'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'Gautam Gambhir and Morne Morkel will need to provide Rohit with more inputs like whether to bowl bouncers or bowl round the wicket or whether we are allowing the game to drift.'

Bold is beautiful for fearless 'Guru Gambhir'

Bold is beautiful for fearless 'Guru Gambhir'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

India's Head Coach Gautam Gambhir has seen both ends of the spectrum with high of Champions Trophy and low of six Test losses and he'll have tough choices to make once the new two-year cycle comes around with the new season.

Kolkata doctor was already unconscious: Accused's big claim

Kolkata doctor was already unconscious: Accused's big claim

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the alleged rape and murder of an RG Kar Medical College trainee doctor in Kolkata, told his lawyer that he wants to plead "not guilty" in court as he is innocent, according to a report in the Times of India.

Trump promises 'wonderful deals' to 'great friend' Modi

Trump promises 'wonderful deals' to 'great friend' Modi

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in Washington D.C. to discuss a range of issues including trade, defense, and energy. The two leaders announced plans to finalize "wonderful trade deals" for both countries, and Trump emphasized the need for India to purchase US oil and gas. Modi congratulated Trump on his second term and highlighted the importance of working together to further strengthen the India-US relationship. The meeting also addressed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with Modi reiterating India's commitment to peace.

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

IPL 2025: Struggling KKR, SRH aim to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad find themselves in troubled waters, having lost two of their last three games

They must not think ...: Sheikh Hasina issues stern warning

They must not think ...: Sheikh Hasina issues stern warning

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Deposed Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has issued a strong warning against threats to ban her Awami League party, calling the demands "audacious" and accusing Nobel laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus of being a "fraud" and "corrupt" for his role in the current interim government. Hasina, who fled Bangladesh in August 2024 following a student-led uprising, claims Yunus assumed power through a "meticulous design" with funding from overseas and misled students and people. She asserts that her Awami League is the legitimate party, with a strong history of fighting for the people's rights, and accuses Yunus and his supporters of having no constitutional basis or people's mandate to rule the country.

Lessons For Start Ups From UPI Success Story

Lessons For Start Ups From UPI Success Story

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Isn't there something significant in the UPI example for all of us to learn from and execute to enable world-scale success for our startups?, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Domestic steel prices rise but looming global trade war sparks concerns

Domestic steel prices rise but looming global trade war sparks concerns

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Domestic steel prices have seen an increase over the past couple of months in anticipation of a safeguard duty, but a looming global trade war is likely to weigh as threat of import rises and prospect of export flounders. Data from BigMint showed that in March 2025, hot rolled coil (HRC) prices ex-Mumbai increased by Rs 600 per tonne month-on-month (M-o-M), rising from Rs 48,400 per tonne in February to Rs 49,000 per tonne.

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'Do films today even have the courage to question the establishment?'

'Trump's Hopes For India's Tariff Cuts Too Ambitious'

'Trump's Hopes For India's Tariff Cuts Too Ambitious'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'I certainly hope the two can avoid a trade war and believe they will.' 'I expect some in India will push for retaliatory tariffs if the Trump administration applies significant reciprocal tariffs.'

Why Modi Chose To Speak In Parliament On Maha Kumbh

Why Modi Chose To Speak In Parliament On Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Besides the not-so-hidden unease between Modi and Adityanath, Modi chose to address the Lok Sabha to ensure that he could personally claim all the kudos, observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.