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IPL 2022: Royals seek another Buttler show to clinch play-offs spot

IPL 2022: Royals seek another Buttler show to clinch play-offs spot

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Jos Buttler would be eagerly waiting to pounce on an inexperienced Chennai Super Kings attack in order to clinch a play-offs berth for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2022 match on Friday.

BJP Barking Up The Wrong Tree In Tamil Nadu

BJP Barking Up The Wrong Tree In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

The BJP continuing to look at the Dravidian polity through the religious prism has not worked in Tamil Nadu whereas it has yielded political and electoral results across much of the rest of the country, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Dia, Kajal, Mini Celebrate Handlooms

Dia, Kajal, Mini Celebrate Handlooms

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

These pics will make you fall in love with handloom.

Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair arrested

Alt News co-founder Mohammed Zubair arrested

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

Zubair joined the probe on Monday and after gathering sufficient evidence on record, he was arrested.

'Mithun dreams of becoming Bengal CM'

'Mithun dreams of becoming Bengal CM'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Apparently, Mithunda has shared with BJP leaders that becoming West Bengal's chief minister is his only motive for the political jump from the Trinamool Congress, which sent him to the Rajya Sabha, to the BJP.

Can CSK trump SRH in battle of strugglers?

Can CSK trump SRH in battle of strugglers?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

While Robin Uthappa had scored a fifty in one of the games, the likes of Moeen Ali and Ambati Rayudu have failed to capitalise on their starts.

What India Needs In Ladakh: Light Tanks

What India Needs In Ladakh: Light Tanks

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

India has over 4,000 medium tanks, but not a single light tank. It remains to be seen whether the Ladakh face-off with China galvanises a change, observes Ajai Shukla.

India will be named after Modi one day: Mamata's jibe

India will be named after Modi one day: Mamata's jibe

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for 'spreading lies and canards' against the Trinamool Congress government, and said voters, this time, would witness 'Didi versus BJP' fight in all 294 constituencies of the poll-bound state.

Major fire at slum in Bandra, no loss of life reported yet

Major fire at slum in Bandra, no loss of life reported yet

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Eight water tankers, nine fire engines as well as 10 fire tenders have been rushed to the spot to put out the blaze.

Avesh impressively filling in for Ishant at DC

Avesh impressively filling in for Ishant at DC

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Ishant suffering from heel niggle, Delhi Capitals' Head Coach Ponting reveals.

14 workers injured as under-construction flyover collapses in Mumbai

14 workers injured as under-construction flyover collapses in Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

At least 14 workers were injured after a girder of an under-construction flyover at MTNL junction in suburban Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumba collapsed early on Friday, civic officials said.

Over 38,000 Ganpati idols immersed in Mumbai

Over 38,000 Ganpati idols immersed in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Immersions of several big idols, including the popular Lalbaugcha Raja, continued into Friday morning, the official added.

PHOTOS: India gears up for 75th Independence Day

PHOTOS: India gears up for 75th Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

As the preparations are in full swing, here's what to expect at this year's Independence Day in different parts of the country.

2 killed as portion of Gurugram apartment collapses, builder booked

2 killed as portion of Gurugram apartment collapses, builder booked

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

While Ekta Bhardwaj, 31, died Thursday night, the body of Sunita Srivastava was recovered on Friday, officials said, adding that operations by rescue personnel at the incident site are still on.

The Unsung Heroes of the 1962 War

The Unsung Heroes of the 1962 War

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

The Chinese admitted that they had suffered the maximum casualties fighting in the first battle on October 20, 1962, and these casualties had been inflicted mostly by 2 Rajput. Claude Arpi salutes Major B K Pant and his fighting force of 112 men, 82 of whom lost their lives in the Battle of Namkha Chu, and whose courage must never ever be forgotten by a grateful country for who they laid down their lives.

Alert soldiers thwart drone attack on Jammu military station

Alert soldiers thwart drone attack on Jammu military station

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

A fresh attempt to attack a military installation with the help of drones was foiled by alert Army sentries at the Ratnuchak-Kaluchak station who fired at the unmanned aerial vehicles that flew away, an incident that came hours after an IAF station saw the first terror attack using quadcopters.

Despite Covid woes, residential launches back on track

Despite Covid woes, residential launches back on track

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Despite a 56 per cent fall in residential launches in the first half of the year compared to the second half of 2019, Anarock Property Consultants believes that consolidation in residential real estate is expected to gain ground, and that branded players may garner a market share of 75-80 per cent.

'Nothing happens in CSK without MSD's approval'

'Nothing happens in CSK without MSD's approval'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

In reality, Ravindra Jadeja's ascension was a lot about CSK's second in command for years Suresh Raina losing form and being released by the franchise. It was more of a distress move with distinct lack of options.

Is the BJP inching closer to Bengal?

Is the BJP inching closer to Bengal?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

'With sufficient gaps between polling dates, the BJP will have time to convert the 'fence-sitter' votes,' observes Payal Mohanka.

Massive fire erupts in Mumbai's Aarey forest

Massive fire erupts in Mumbai's Aarey forest

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

There have been no reports of casualties. Neither is the cause of the fire known.

'I am done with acting'

'I am done with acting'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

'I am far better at cooking than I was at acting.'

Star Performer: Rutu's 50 comes handy for CSK

Star Performer: Rutu's 50 comes handy for CSK

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Every shot played by Ruturaj was a sight to behold as he played some effortless, crisply timed boundaries over after over.

Brigadier Lidder cremated with full military honours

Brigadier Lidder cremated with full military honours

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Brigadier Lidder's wife Geetika was in tears as she knelt by the head of her husband's coffin, which was draped with the national flag and decked with flowers. Daughter Aashana was by her mother's side, fighting back tears of her own while paying her homage to her father.

'The RSS is no longer in charge'

'The RSS is no longer in charge'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The RSS ideology has been borrowed from fascism and is not borne out of Hinduism.' 'They want India to have one historical identity whereas India is a land full of divergence which goes in every direction.'

Kolkata fire: TMC and BJP begin blame game

Kolkata fire: TMC and BJP begin blame game

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

A devastating fire at a multi-storeyed building in Kolkata that claimed nine lives turned into the epicentre of a political slugfest on Tuesday, with the Trinamool Congress government and the Bharatiya Janata Party pointing accusatory fingers at the Railways and the state administration respectively, even as the bereaved families grieved at the loss of their near ones.

Birbhum killings have 'nationwide ramifications', says HC, orders CBI probe

Birbhum killings have 'nationwide ramifications', says HC, orders CBI probe

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Eight people -- all women and children -- were beaten and burnt alive by a mob on Tuesday.

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

PHOTOS: Miller magic seals Gujarat's win against CSK

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

David Miller blasted a quickfire 51-ball 94 as Gujarat Titans pulled off an incredible come-from-behind three-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2022 match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Sunday.

'Mamata will prove to be a game-changer in 2024'

'Mamata will prove to be a game-changer in 2024'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

'My role will be to take her message across the country.'

China plane with 132 on board crashes; no sign of survivors

China plane with 132 on board crashes; no sign of survivors

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

The plane crashed in the city of Wuzhou, the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region of China, causing a forest fire, Sputnik reported citing China Central Television (CCTV).

US to send 3000 troops to help evacuate embassy staff in Kabul

US to send 3000 troops to help evacuate embassy staff in Kabul

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

"The embassy remains open and we plan to continue our diplomatic work in Afghanistan. The United States will continue to support consular services, and that includes the processing and operations of the Special Immigrant Visa Program, and we'll continue to engage in diplomacy with the Afghan government and the Afghan people. Additionally, we will continue our focus on counterterrorism," he said.

Fire breaks out at luxury hotel Trident in Mumbai

Fire breaks out at luxury hotel Trident in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The fire broke out in the basement of the hotel, an official said.

India heroes Down Under to get Rs 5 crore bonus!

India heroes Down Under to get Rs 5 crore bonus!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

'Just a remarkable win...To go to Australia and win a Test series in this way will be remembered in the history of Indian cricket forever... BCCI announces a 5 cr bonus for the team ...The value of this win is beyond any number... well done to every member of the touring party,' BCCI President Sourav Ganguly tweeted.

LAC row: Indian Army strengthens dominance in Ladakh

LAC row: Indian Army strengthens dominance in Ladakh

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

The Indian Army has occupied several key heights in the strategically located Rezang-La and Reqin-La areas on the southern bank of the lake since the end of August.

MP: Bullet hits senior cop, 24 hurt, 77 booked for violence on Ram Navami

MP: Bullet hits senior cop, 24 hurt, 77 booked for violence on Ram Navami

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Curfew was clamped in the entire Khargone city of Madhya Pradesh and 77 people were arrested after stones hurled at a Ram Navami procession triggered arson, officials said on Monday.

Ronaldo armband sold for over $75,000 to help toddler surgery

Ronaldo armband sold for over $75,000 to help toddler surgery

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Serbia's Mozzart said in a statement on Friday that it paid 7.5 million dinars ($75,150) for the armband picked up by a fireman at Red Star's Rajko Mitic stadium.

4 dead in 2 building collapse incidents in Mumbai

4 dead in 2 building collapse incidents in Mumbai

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

While two persons died after a portion of a `chawl' (tenement) collapsed in suburban Malvani, two others were killed after part of an old building collapsed in south Mumbai's Fort area, civic officials said.

Army orders probe into rift between 2 generals in SW Command

Army orders probe into rift between 2 generals in SW Command

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Chief of the command Lt Gen Alok Kler and his deputy Lt Gen K K Repswal are at loggerheads for the past several months over the role, charter and duties of various appointments as well as on running of the command that takes care of security along the borders in Rajasthan and Punjab.

Part of building collapses in Mumbai after massive fire, 2 firemen injured

Part of building collapses in Mumbai after massive fire, 2 firemen injured

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

Sixteen fire engines were deployed to douse the flames.

Rainy Days call for Fashion FUN!

Rainy Days call for Fashion FUN!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Celeb-inspired monsoon styles that will transform your look from boring to fabulous.

Taliban strengthen control around Kabul airport: Pentagon

Taliban strengthen control around Kabul airport: Pentagon

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

The Hamid Karzai International Airport is the only access point for the international community to reach out to people in Afghanistan, a land locked country.