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Mitch Marsh sidelined for first ODI vs India

Mitch Marsh sidelined for first ODI vs India

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

With Marsh forced to sit out the opener of a three-match series, Australia called uncapped batsman Ashton Turner into the squad as cover for Saturday's Sydney Cricket Ground conTest.

Congress dumps dynasty politics in Karnataka

Congress dumps dynasty politics in Karnataka

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Vicky Nanjappa reports on the Congress strategy of avoiding dynasty politics while selecting candidates for the Karnataka election

Top 5 smartphones over Rs 40k

Top 5 smartphones over Rs 40k

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

If you have the money, these feature-rich, hot-selling smartphones are yours for the asking.

Sales growth plunges to single-digit across sectors

Sales growth plunges to single-digit across sectors

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Automobiles, banks, pharma and software firms growth drivers slowdown in cap goods, construction, power.

Want to become Thor? Iron Man? Hulk?

Want to become Thor? Iron Man? Hulk?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

This is your chance, says Ranjita Ganesan

Bollywood's BESHARAM chor-police chases

Bollywood's BESHARAM chor-police chases

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Ranbir Kapoor starrer Besharam is the story of a con man with two Haryanvi cops hot on his heels.

Judiciary steps in to keep Kashmiri women safe

Judiciary steps in to keep Kashmiri women safe

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

In the backdrop of the brutal Delhi gang rape, a court in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir has passed wide ranging instructions to the district administration, police and transporters to prevent violence and harassment against women

Captain Marvel Review: Leaves you happy and impatient

Captain Marvel Review: Leaves you happy and impatient

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Captain Marvel is all about women empowerment, yet it's never preachy.

1st Test: Karunaratne leads Sri Lanka to win in Galle

1st Test: Karunaratne leads Sri Lanka to win in Galle

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Chasing 268 to go 1-0 up in the two-Test series, Karunaratne's 161-run opening stand with Lahiru Thirimanne (64) set the tone for a successful chase at the Galle International Stadium.

What Biden's Quad summit means for India

What Biden's Quad summit means for India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The US has been, historically, a sleeping partner in India-China relations. Today, any attempt by the Modi government to make a bilateral move to improve relations with Beijing could upset Biden's apple cart, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Crocodile Love Story, Kunthapura release this weekend

Crocodile Love Story, Kunthapura release this weekend

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Crocodile Love Story, Kunthapura release this weekend

Top 12 birth control methods

Top 12 birth control methods

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Different methods suit different people. Weigh the pros and cons and choose the best one for you.

Indian cos' fresh order inflows the weakest in 4 yrs

Indian cos' fresh order inflows the weakest in 4 yrs

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

With uncertainty over economic prospects and higher interest rates leading to subdued investments by the private sector, Indian companies' new order inflows in the quarter ended December 31 stood at the lowest level in nearly four years.

Tri-series: Sangakkara, Mathews guide Sri Lanka to victory

Tri-series: Sangakkara, Mathews guide Sri Lanka to victory

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Experienced Kumar Sangakkara's brilliant 95-ball 90 coupled with a impressive bowling performance from the skipper Angelo Mathews have helped Sri Lanka beat West Indies by 39 runs in a rain curtailed match that lasted over two days.

BJP leader shot dead by ultras in Chhattisgarh

BJP leader shot dead by ultras in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

A ruling Bharatiya Janata Party leader was on Monday shot dead by Naxalites in Katekalyan region of the Maoist-hit Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, police said.

Mittal, Ruia exempted from personal appearance in court

Mittal, Ruia exempted from personal appearance in court

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Bharti Cellular Limited CMD Sunil Bharti Mittal and Essar Group promoter Ravi Ruia on Friday got a breather from the Supreme Court which exempted them from personal appearance in the trial court in a case of alleged irregularities related to allocation of additional 2G spectrum in 2002.

'Trump of Tropics' to be R-Day chief guest

'Trump of Tropics' to be R-Day chief guest

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

With Donald Trump unable to make it, Modi settles for Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

Is it time to shut shop for Roger Federer?

Is it time to shut shop for Roger Federer?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

John McEnroe finds it hard to envisage Roger Federer adding to his record 17 Grand Slam titles and believes the Swiss maestro is showing signs of slowing down.

Rohinton Mistry wins 2012 American Nobel

Rohinton Mistry wins 2012 American Nobel

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

Robert Con Davis-Undiano, executive director of international magazine World Literature Today, said: "The world will quickly discover the excellence of Rohinton Mistry's luminous fiction that the Neustadt jury acknowledged with this choice. Giving the award to Mistry is inspired."

'Officers seem to be operating in an atmosphere of fear'

'Officers seem to be operating in an atmosphere of fear'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

'Today, political formations seem to adopt an 'us' versus 'them' approach which shows up even in their attitude towards civil servants.'
'This creates an added layer of fear.'

Modi invokes Gandhi for nation development

Modi invokes Gandhi for nation development

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday invoked Mahatma Gandhi's economic philosophy to emphasise that the development of country could only be achieved through the growth of villages.

Draft of amended IABF constitution ready

Draft of amended IABF constitution ready

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

The suspended Indian Boxing Federation (IABF) claims to have taken the first step towards regaining recognition from the International Boxing Association by preparing the draft of an amended constitution which would be compliant with the AIBA statute.

14 security personnel honoured with Shaurya Chakra

14 security personnel honoured with Shaurya Chakra

Rediff.com23 Mar 2013

Two Central Reserve Police Force officers, who killed top Maoist leader Kishenji in West Bengal, were on Saturday honoured with the Shaurya Chakra by President Pranab Mukherjee along with 12 personnel from the Army and the Indian Air Force.

Naxal attack: Sonia appreciates courage of Cong leaders

Naxal attack: Sonia appreciates courage of Cong leaders

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Appreciating the courage of Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh, UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Sunday said the "cowardly" Maoist strike was not an attack on the Congress or its leaders but on democratic values.

Bollywood's FABULOUS train journeys!

Bollywood's FABULOUS train journeys!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

As means of transport or metaphor, the romance of trains is unmistakable in Hindi cinema.

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

When Katrina, Ranbir, Hrithik looked different in the SAME film

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Sukanya Verma looks back at actors, who have sported multiple looks in a single film.

Review: The Bose Home Speaker 300

Review: The Bose Home Speaker 300

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Veer Arjun Singh brings you the pros and cons.

10 nations facing a severe financial crunch

10 nations facing a severe financial crunch

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Finance plays a key role in bringing the ambitious growth plans of dynamic businesses to life.

Congress-JMM strike deal to form Jharkhand government

Congress-JMM strike deal to form Jharkhand government

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

The Congress on Friday inked an agreement with the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha to form a coalition government in Jharkhand and contest the next Lok Sabha election in alliance with the tribal party. Under the agreement, while the JMM will have its chief minister in the state, the Congress will secure a lion's share of the 14 Lok Sabha seats. While the Congress will contest on 10 seats, the JMM will get four seats.

South Africa can still go deep into tournament: Kallis

South Africa can still go deep into tournament: Kallis

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Kallis had earlier said that not entering the tournament as favourites could work in South Africa's favour.

Review: Sathuranga Vettai is thought provoking

Review: Sathuranga Vettai is thought provoking

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

The film revolves around a sharp con artist who cleverly exploits our secret desire to make easy money through the most fantastic scams.

Modi as popular as Jawaharlal Nehru: Ashok Singhal

Modi as popular as Jawaharlal Nehru: Ashok Singhal

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

Amid demand by some Bharatiya Janata Party leaders for projecting Narendra Modi as the party's prime ministerial candidate, Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Ashok Singhal on Wednesday said the Gujarat Chief Minister enjoys the same popularity as that of the first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru.

Modi as popular as Jawah Lal Nehru: Ashok Singhal

Modi as popular as Jawah Lal Nehru: Ashok Singhal

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

Amid demand by some Bharatiya Janata Party leaders for projecting Narendra Modi as the party's prime ministerial candidate, Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Ashok Singhal on Wednesday said the Gujarat Chief Minister enjoys the same popularity as that of the first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru.

President returns mercy petitions of Afzal Guru, 6 others

President returns mercy petitions of Afzal Guru, 6 others

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Official sources said it was a normal procedure for the President to refer all pending mercy petitions for consideration to a new home minister after he takes charge.

Nadal set to marry long-time girlfriend Xisca

Nadal set to marry long-time girlfriend Xisca

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

According to Hola magazine, Nadal and Xisca got secretly engaged in May last year and now planning an autumn wedding this year.

World Cup success can spur England to Ashes glory: Root

World Cup success can spur England to Ashes glory: Root

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

Hosts England ended a 44-year wait to win the World Cup as they beat New Zealand side on boundary count after a tied Super Over in a dramatic final on Sunday.

Review: Bharath Stores is a sincere effort

Review: Bharath Stores is a sincere effort

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

The film shows the plight of petty shops as organised the impending FDI in retail take over.

Actively considering making CAG multi-member body: Govt

Actively considering making CAG multi-member body: Govt

Rediff.com11 Nov 2012

Battered by various Comptroller and Auditor General reports on alleged scams, government says it is "actively" considering a proposal to make the official auditor a multi-member body.

'Mobile, not TV, will become the first screen'

'Mobile, not TV, will become the first screen'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Mobile commerce is on the cusp of taking off in India and the growth curve would be a hockey stick shaped one, says Shubhradeep Guha, Global Capability Lead and Country Manager, SapientNitro (India), an integrated marketing, commerce and technology services firm, part of the $1.02billion Boston-based Sapient Corporation (2011).

'BJP unleashed Chirag against Nitish'

'BJP unleashed Chirag against Nitish'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

'The BJP has the torch and with that same torch, the BJP is trying to light up its house in Bihar.' 'The BJP is trying to burn Nitish Kumar's house with that torch.'