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IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

IPL 2023: Which Country Players Had A Dream Run?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The players of which country had the best IPL 2023? Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji find out.

How a trip to India made her a million-dollar entrepreneur

How a trip to India made her a million-dollar entrepreneur

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Eddy Brooks of Bhakti Chai is minting millions selling chai.

Play washed out on Day 2 of West Indies-India Test

Play washed out on Day 2 of West Indies-India Test

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

Wet conditions prevented any play on the second day of the fourth Test between West Indies and India in Trinidad on Friday.

'Inflation targeting has zero impact on price situation'

'Inflation targeting has zero impact on price situation'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

Under the new Monetary Policy Framework, the central bank aims to contain inflation at 4 per cent with a band of (+/-) 2 per cent.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Here's how rain, Ireland put England's T20 WC in peril

Here's how rain, Ireland put England's T20 WC in peril

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Ireland, who have already upset West Indies at the tournament, produced a disciplined bowling performance to restrict England's big hitters.

IPL turns 'Sweet 16'! The driving force of the glitzy league

IPL turns 'Sweet 16'! The driving force of the glitzy league

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

As the 16th edition of the glitzy Indian Premier League is set to unfold, let's take a look at the driving force of the T20 league and what's in store in this edition.

All In The Family In The Name Of Politics

All In The Family In The Name Of Politics

Rediff.com2 May 2023

With some variations, all regional political formations, whether in power presently or out of it, share some common features: Tight family control of the political apparatus, key members in elected or appointed positions, obvious wealth but not quite known sources of income, and family factionalism, sometimes open and bitter, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

If England Get Rid Of Kohli, Surya Early...

If England Get Rid Of Kohli, Surya Early...

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Out of India's total tally of 842 runs in five matches, the duo has rattled up 471 runs -- which accounts to 55 percent of the runs -- at a strike rate of 160.

'Modi can do nothing, but move incrementally'

'Modi can do nothing, but move incrementally'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Indian industry has accused Narendra Modi of not delivering, but he could not have delivered faster than he has done, argues Vikram Singh Mehta, Chairman, Brookings India. Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com reports from Washington, DC.

Pressure on returning Kohli ahead of 2nd T20I

Pressure on returning Kohli ahead of 2nd T20I

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

England, who were blown away by the visitors at Southampton, will back themselves to make a strong comeback.

Why England Defeated Pakistan

Why England Defeated Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

England underlined their domination in white ball cricket as they outclassed Pakistan by five wickets to win the T20 World Cup title on Sunday.

Overnight spell of rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

Overnight spell of rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

This is the second time in a week that the Karnataka state capital is witnessing such severe waterlogging.

Modi, Blinken draw China ire for greeting Dalai Lama on birthday

Modi, Blinken draw China ire for greeting Dalai Lama on birthday

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a media briefing that "the Indian side should fully recognise the anti-China separatist nature of the 14th Dalai Lama."

W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L Music

W-O-N-D-E-R-F-U-L Music

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Fantastical musical moments from the International Jazz Day concert in Mumbai.

4th T20I: Iyer vs Hooda, who will find the spot in playing XI?

4th T20I: Iyer vs Hooda, who will find the spot in playing XI?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Shreyas Iyer's performance will be under intense scrutiny as India gear up for the back-to-back T20I games against West Indies

India bag early wickets before rain ends play early on Day 1

India bag early wickets before rain ends play early on Day 1

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

India dismissed two West Indies batsmen -- Leon Johnson and Dareen Bravo -- before rain forced an early lunch break and persistent drizzle ensured there was no further play for the rest of the opening day. The hosts were 62 for two in 22 overs with Kraigg Brathwaite (32) and Marlon Samuels (4) at the crease.

iPhone 13 to go on sale in India from September 24

iPhone 13 to go on sale in India from September 24

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

The wait for the new iPhone is over as the tech giant Apple officially launched its new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro on September 14.

Tokyo Games: EXCITING Pix!

Tokyo Games: EXCITING Pix!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Capturing the drama at the 2020 Olympics.

PHOTOS: Five-star Ishant puts India in control

PHOTOS: Five-star Ishant puts India in control

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Ishant Sharma took five for 42 runs to leave West Indies reeling on 189 for eight in 59 overs at stumps in reply to India's first innings score of 297..

'India cannot take Gotabaya for granted'

'India cannot take Gotabaya for granted'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

'We should expect a cold-blooded, transactional relation that requires a lot of engagement and mutual trust to sustain,' says Constantino Xavier, Fellow, foreign policy, Brookings India.

'Unseen hand' behind hijab row to engineer unrest, disharmony: HC

'Unseen hand' behind hijab row to engineer unrest, disharmony: HC

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

"The way the hijab imbroglio unfolded gives scope for the argument that some 'unseen hands' are at work to engineer social unrest and disharmony. Much is not necessary to specify," the three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi said in the order.

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

British pilots Steve Brooks and Matt Jones will circumnavigate the globe in a restored Spitfire.

Intel is now 'inside' Jio Platforms

Intel is now 'inside' Jio Platforms

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Intel Capital is the 12th company to join the list of marquee firms who have recently invested in Jio Platforms, taking the total investment amount to Rs 1,17,588.45 crore.

Mithali, Mandhana drop in ICC Women's ODI Player rankings

Mithali, Mandhana drop in ICC Women's ODI Player rankings

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

The first five games of the ICC event have caused a lot of movement in the women's ODI player rankings with Australia skipper Meg Lanning climbing up two spots in the rankings for batters.

Pakistan one of the most dangerous nations in world: Biden

Pakistan one of the most dangerous nations in world: Biden

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

Biden's remarks could be seen as a setback to the Shehbaz Sharif government's bid to improve ties with the US.

The Soldier Who Was A Chinese PoW For 7 Months

The Soldier Who Was A Chinese PoW For 7 Months

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

'I was exhausted, hungry, unshaven and despondent.' 'My mouth was full of sores due to dehydration.' 'My clothes were in tatters due to walking through bushes and sliding down thorny slopes,' Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi wrote of his capture during the 1962 War.

Ram Mandir to get stone from Sita temple in Lanka

Ram Mandir to get stone from Sita temple in Lanka

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The stone is expected to be brought to India by Sri Lankan high commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda.

The Funniest Animals!

The Funniest Animals!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Have a look at these funniest animal photos taken from the incredible world we live in.

2nd Test PICS: India close in on big win over Windies

2nd Test PICS: India close in on big win over Windies

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

IMAGES from Day 3 of the 2nd Test between West Indies and India in Kingston, Jamaica, on Sunday

Nepal: How did India lose the plot?

Nepal: How did India lose the plot?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

'By treating Nepali politicians as shabby buffoons to be pampered one day and collared another day, India badly exposed itself.' 'A belief got entrenched in the Nepalese mind that we are a dangerous neighbour,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PHOTOS: Bumrah's hat-trick, Vihari's ton puts India in control

PHOTOS: Bumrah's hat-trick, Vihari's ton puts India in control

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Images from Day 2 of the second Test between West Indies and India, in Jamaica, on Saturday.

'Expect K-shaped, not V-shaped, recovery'

'Expect K-shaped, not V-shaped, recovery'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

'This is happening regardless of the Budget.'

Queen's Park Oval gets 'poor' rating after washed-out India Test

Queen's Park Oval gets 'poor' rating after washed-out India Test

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The pitch and outfield of Queen's Park Oval in Port of Spain has been officially rated "poor" by the ICC following the recent Test between India and the West Indies, which saw more than four-and-a-half days' play being lost because of poor drainage facilities.

'India does not have an advantage in services'

'India does not have an advantage in services'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2007

Although the services sector is a huge success, the biggest challenge for the Indian government is to build public support for the sector.

Starbucks names Laxman Narasimhan as its new CEO

Starbucks names Laxman Narasimhan as its new CEO

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Laxman Narasimhan, a veteran in leading and advising global consumer-facing brands, has been named as the new CEO of coffee giant Starbucks, joining a growing cohort of Indian-origin business leaders at the helm of global corporations.

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj passes away

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj passes away

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

He is survived by two sons, Rajiv Bajaj and Sanjiv Bajaj, and a daughter Sunaina Kejriwal.

1st Test PIX: India crush Windies after Bumrah, Rahane show

1st Test PIX: India crush Windies after Bumrah, Rahane show

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Images from Day 4 of the first Test between India and the West Indies in Antigua.

PIX: Fitting farewell for Warnie at MCG memorial

PIX: Fitting farewell for Warnie at MCG memorial

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

A private funeral service was held for Warne's closest friends and family in Melbourne last week but all were invited to Wednesday's televised memorial where his father Keith mourned the loss of "a loving and caring son" and his former team mates remembered a fierce and mischievous competitor.

Soon, daily essential items may cost up to 10% more

Soon, daily essential items may cost up to 10% more

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Besides, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has also added another blow to FMCG makers as they expect a rise in the prices of wheat, edible oil and crude. Companies such as Dabur and Parle are watching the situation and will undertake calibrated price increases to mitigate the inflationary pressures.