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SC refuses to remove ex-DGP from Vikas Dubey panel

SC refuses to remove ex-DGP from Vikas Dubey panel

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

A bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde said it would not allow the petitioners, who had referred to statements given by Gupta to the media for seeking his removal, to cast aspersions on the member of inquiry commission.

This Indian team far better than Pakistan: Kapil

This Indian team far better than Pakistan: Kapil

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev said the India are a far better side than Pakistan and he doesn't see Virat Kohli's team losing to the arch-rivals in their World Cup clash on Sunday.

Vadra hints at joining politics; Cong's PM candidate, mocks BJP

Vadra hints at joining politics; Cong's PM candidate, mocks BJP

Rediff.com24 Feb 2019

'All these years of experience and learning cannot be just wasted and should be put to better use...Once all these accusations and allegations are over, I feel I should dedicate a larger role in serving the people'

Netas on Rahul row: 'He created a scene, showed he is the boss'

Netas on Rahul row: 'He created a scene, showed he is the boss'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

After Rahul Gandhi's attack on the controversial ordinance on convicted lawmakers, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today sought a meeting of United Progressive Alliance's Coordination Committee to discuss the measure threadbare.

ICC says England-Australia game ended incorrectly

ICC says England-Australia game ended incorrectly

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

ICC acknowledged that the match between Australia and England ended 'incorrectly'.

Rafale: From political dogfight to celebratory touchdown

Rafale: From political dogfight to celebratory touchdown

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The political row had erupted after the National Democratic Alliance government inked the Rs 59,000-crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 Rafale jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation after a nearly seven-year exercise to procure 126 Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft for the Indian Air Force did not fructify during the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance regime.

We fully support reservation: RSS on Bhagwat's remarks

We fully support reservation: RSS on Bhagwat's remarks

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Bhagwat told an event in Delhi on Sunday that there should be conversation in harmonious atmosphere between those in favour of reservation and those against it.

Rebel Cong leader Vijay Bahuguna welcomes Prez's rule in U'khand

Rebel Cong leader Vijay Bahuguna welcomes Prez's rule in U'khand

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

Rebel Congress leader Vijay Bahuguna on Sunday welcomed the imposition of President's Rule in Uttarakhand.

Bairstow douses fire 'Stoked' by Virat's send-off

Bairstow douses fire 'Stoked' by Virat's send-off

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

The British media's 'no love lost' attitude towards Virat Kohli was evident once again as they questioned the Indian captain's exchange of words with Ben Stokes after the latter's dismissal but performer of the day Jonny Bairstow was in no mood to fan the fire.

Protesting Bangladesh bowler concedes 92 runs in four balls!

Protesting Bangladesh bowler concedes 92 runs in four balls!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

No balls, wides reign as Bangladesh bowler protests umpiring

How the Supreme Court held nation's attention in 2019

How the Supreme Court held nation's attention in 2019

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Verdicts paving the way for construction of a Ram Temple at Ayodhya and India's multi-billion dollar Rafale fighter jet deal with France were 2019's landmark imprints of the Supreme Court, which also found itself at the centre of a controversy with then Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi being accused of sexual harassment before getting the clean chit.

Will Gayatri get married?

Will Gayatri get married?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Simran Dhir's very readable debut novel Best Intentions portrays the colours as well as the privilege and politics of Delhi life.

Former India captain Azhar left embarrassed by HCA

Former India captain Azhar left embarrassed by HCA

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Azharuddin was initially not allowed to attend Sunday's SGM because of his alleged "association with an unofficial cricket body", HCA president G Vivek said in Hyderabad.

Ranji roundup: Shaw back with a bang; Uthappa hits ton

Ranji roundup: Shaw back with a bang; Uthappa hits ton

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Mumbai opener Prithvi Shaw, who had played his first game in first class cricket after serving a eight-month ban for doping, smashed a quick 66 off 62 balls against Baroda. A round-up of Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.

When umpires warned Pakistan, England players

When umpires warned Pakistan, England players

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Cricketers were warned by umpires during their World Cup match to not use the tactics that could rough up the ball from one side

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Levante striker Roger Marti brushed off squandering a penalty to score the winning goal as his side pulled off a shock 2-1 La Liga victory at Real Madrid

The Saffronisation of Corporate India

The Saffronisation of Corporate India

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

'All these incidents go to show that the day of the anodyne, apolitical corporation is running out fast,' says Kanika Datta.

British Indian MP takes BBC complaint to UK ministry

British Indian MP takes BBC complaint to UK ministry

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

An Indian-origin British MP who had lodged an official complaint with the BBC over its "one-sided" coverage of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has now taken the matter to higher authorities in the UK.

The man responsible for putting Payal Rohatgi in jail

The man responsible for putting Payal Rohatgi in jail

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

The former Big Boss contestant posted objectionable content on her social media pages on September 6 and 21 against Motilal Nehru, Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and other members of the Nehru-Gandhi family, following which Rajasthan Youth Congress General Secretary Charmesh Sharma filed a complaint.

One thing that still haunts Saeed Ajmal

One thing that still haunts Saeed Ajmal

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Saeed Ajmal still can't 'understand' how Sachin Tendulkar was adjudged not out when he was rapped on the pad by him during the 2011 World Cup semi-final.

Ajay Devgn: I have been very lucky

Ajay Devgn: I have been very lucky

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

Ajay Devgn counts his blessings as he talks about his latest film, the controversy dogging it and his second turn as a father.

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Buzz: 'Internal agendas within CSA a cancer'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

The former opening batsman joined as DOC in December last year following the suspension of CEO Thabang Moroe and has since signed a two-year deal with the option of extending for a third term.

Clarke says none of his players used silicone on bat to beat DRS

Clarke says none of his players used silicone on bat to beat DRS

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

Australia captain Michael Clarke backed his players on Wednesday, stating that none of his teammates used silicone tapes on their bats to beat the controversial Decision Review System.

Congress, BJP fight over Katju's comment on Modi

Congress, BJP fight over Katju's comment on Modi

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

Congress leader Digvijay Singh on Monday hit out at Bharatiya Janata Party leader Arun Jaitley for his criticism of Press Council of India Chief Markandey Katju over Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, calling it "unnecessary and outlandish".

NSE 'dark fibre' case: Sebi exonerates Ravi Narain

NSE 'dark fibre' case: Sebi exonerates Ravi Narain

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

In May 2019, Sebi had penalised the NSE as well as two of its former heads - Narain and Chitra Ramkrishna - for allowing Sampark to provide the dark fibre connectivity to stock brokers, despite not having the authorised licence. Dark fibre refers to an unused optical fibre used for high-speed connectivity.

Sidhu sidelined by BJP, feels suffocated, says wife

Sidhu sidelined by BJP, feels suffocated, says wife

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

Stirring up a controversy over continuance of cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu in the Bharatiya Janata Partu, his wife said he has "gone back to the profession where he is respected".

Did Perera consult dressing room before taking DRS?

Did Perera consult dressing room before taking DRS?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

Sri Lanka batsman Dilruwan Perera was caught on camera looking at the dressing room before he asked for a review to overturn an leg before wicket decision by onfield umpire Nigel Llong, on Day 4 of the first Test against India in Kolkata.

Pranab reaches Nagpur to attend RSS event, daughter cautions him

Pranab reaches Nagpur to attend RSS event, daughter cautions him

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

Sharmistha Mukherjee disapproved of his decision, saying he was giving the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Sangh a handle to plant false stories, as his 'speech will be forgotten' but the 'visuals will remain'.

Stop misleading the public: ICC tells Asif, Butt

Stop misleading the public: ICC tells Asif, Butt

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

With the Court of Arbitration for Sport recently dismissing the appeals of Mohammad Asif and Salman Butt, the ICC on Tuesday asked the two banned Pakistan cricketers to stop "misleading the public" and accept their punishment for involvement in the spot-fixing controversy.

President's rule imposed in Uttarakhand

President's rule imposed in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

Uttarakhand was on Sunday brought under President's rule by the Centre on grounds of "breakdown of governance" in a controversial decision.

PIX: German giants Hamburg relegated; fans chaos engulfs stadium

PIX: German giants Hamburg relegated; fans chaos engulfs stadium

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Former European champions Hamburg SV were relegated for the first time on Saturday

Talking Point of United vs Real tie: Nani red card

Talking Point of United vs Real tie: Nani red card

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

The dismissal of Nani for a second-half foul on Alvaro Arbeloa wins hands down as the talking point of the game.

Jacqueline Fernandez's Bieber 'nightmare'

Jacqueline Fernandez's Bieber 'nightmare'

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Bieber's staff told Jacqueline that the singer would neither attend the post-concert party nor was he interested in sightseeing.

CAG does not leak reports: Vinod Rai

CAG does not leak reports: Vinod Rai

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Outgoing Comptroller and Auditor General Vinod Rai on Tuesday dismissed charges that he was behind the leak of controversial audit reports on 2G spectrum and coal block allocations.

Top moments that defined IPL 2019

Top moments that defined IPL 2019

Rediff.com15 May 2019

From Captain Cool losing his, well, cool to Rabada's super over, and Malinga's unbelievable bowling for the cup, IPL 2019 was not short of magical moments. Here are a few.

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'The outrage that followed the destruction of the Babri Masjid was an inability to see the event for what it was: The rectification of a grave historical wrong, the restitution of a hurt of a people and the countering of moral injustice,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Furious Mitchell Johnson labels DRS a 'failure'

Furious Mitchell Johnson labels DRS a 'failure'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Former Australian paceman Mitchell Johnson has labelled the Decision Review System (DRS) as a `failure` after all-rounder Mitchell Marsh's controversial leg before dismissal during the opening Test of the three-match series against South Africa at the WACA Ground in Perth. The incident took place on the fifth day of the first Test when Marsh was originally given not out after he was struck low on the pads of a Kagiso Rabada delivery. However, the decision was over-turned when the ball-tracking technology showed it to be hitting more than 50 per cent of Marsh's leg stump and he was sent back to the pavilion.

UPA govt not crippled by policy paralysis, says Pranab

UPA govt not crippled by policy paralysis, says Pranab

Rediff.com22 Apr 2012

As the United Progressive Alliance government desperately fights the perception of a policy paralysis, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee dismisses it with equal vehemence contending that the coalition was set on achieving higher economic growth.

Cong objects to 'Accidental Prime Minister', BJP calls it riveting

Cong objects to 'Accidental Prime Minister', BJP calls it riveting

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

The Congress leaders maintained that such propaganda against the party would not work and the truth shall prevail.

We're family of Shiv bhakts, don't do 'dalali' over religion: Rahul

We're family of Shiv bhakts, don't do 'dalali' over religion: Rahul

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Gandhi said he did not need anybody's certificate about his religion.