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Indian athletes on cop duty amid COVID-19 lockdown

Indian athletes on cop duty amid COVID-19 lockdown

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

T20 World Cup-winning cricketer Joginder Sharma, Commonwealth Games gold medal-winning boxer Akhil Kumar and Asian Games champion kabaddi player Ajay Thakur are all full-time police officers, jobs which they got thanks to their sporting accomplishments.

Declared dead at 15, she's an INSPIRATION!

Declared dead at 15, she's an INSPIRATION!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Disability activist Virali Modi recounts her life's most challenging moments and how she turned adversities in her favour.

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

We guard borders 'empty stomach', says BSF jawan in video

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

The BSF took cognisance of the video and tweeted that an inquiry has been ordered.

Delhi University to host its first job fair on June 11

Delhi University to host its first job fair on June 11

Rediff.com17 May 2013

The two-day fair will be the first-of-its-kind in the city.

Jiah Khan case: HC dismisses mother's plea against CBI chargesheet

Jiah Khan case: HC dismisses mother's plea against CBI chargesheet

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

The Bombay High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Rabia Khan, mother of late actor Jiah Khan, challenging the CBI's charge sheet terming Jiah's death as suicide and not homicide, paving the way for trial to commence against Sooraj Pancholi in the case.

A married man wanted to know what intercourse was!

A married man wanted to know what intercourse was!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

On December 28, 2020, Dr Mahinder Watsa, India's noted sexologist, author and columnist passed away. Mumbai, and India, lost a unique icon who will be sorely missed.

'Culture of discrimination and retaliation is widespread at Infosys'

'Culture of discrimination and retaliation is widespread at Infosys'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Erin Green, former head of immigration, Infosys says says only the loss of a big client could push Infosys to correct its internal corporate culture.

Want to open a restaurant? Here's what it'll take

Want to open a restaurant? Here's what it'll take

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

Unlike what most of you think partnering with a big brand is just not enough, counsel entrepreneurs who manage some of the leading restaurant chains in the country.

Will stand with India in confronting threats it faces: Biden

Will stand with India in confronting threats it faces: Biden

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

"Fifteen years ago, I was leading the efforts to approve the historic civil nuclear deal with India. I said that if the US and India became closer friends and partners, then the world will be a safer place," Biden, who was vice-president in the Obama administration, said while addressing the Indian-American community on India's Independence Day.

Bollywood's COOL Daddy moments

Bollywood's COOL Daddy moments

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Sukanya Verma looks at the various baap-beti equations depicted on the screen.

Study Abroad: Why you must choose New Zealand

Study Abroad: Why you must choose New Zealand

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

Suchitra Surve, Global Education Counsel insists that lower education fee, quality programmes and security are attracting more students to study in New Zealand

ECB bans Panesar for intimidating behaviour in a county match

ECB bans Panesar for intimidating behaviour in a county match

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

Troubled England spinner Monty Panesar has been handed a suspended one-match ban for 'intimidating behaviour" towards Worcestershire player Ross Whiteley.

Indian students in US may sue Northern Virginia Univ

Indian students in US may sue Northern Virginia Univ

Rediff.com8 May 2012

Nearly 70 Indian students in the US continue to remain in limbo after Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials raided the University of Northern Virginia and the Customs and Immigration Service subsequently rejected their transfer applications. Their attorney and counsel Sheela Murthy says that she has now advised them to file a class-action suit against the university.

Is Zia Mody planning to retire?

Is Zia Mody planning to retire?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

'I'm an unbalanced human,' the founding partner of AZB, India's top law firm, tells Pavan Lall.

No jail for Tamil journalist arrested for 'damaging' references to Guv

No jail for Tamil journalist arrested for 'damaging' references to Guv

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

R Gopal, the editor of Tamil magazine 'Nakkheeran', who had written articles on a sex scandal involving a woman college teacher, was picked up by police from the airport before he could board a flight to Pune, officials said.

Feels good but I can't compare myself to Tendulkar, says Shaw

Feels good but I can't compare myself to Tendulkar, says Shaw

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Delhi Daredevils youngster Prithvi Shaw said he learnt a lot playing under the coaching of legendary Australian Ricky Ponting in the 11th edition of the Indian Premier League.

Sajjan Kumar surrenders, sent to jail to serve life sentence

Sajjan Kumar surrenders, sent to jail to serve life sentence

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

The trial court declined the plea of Kumar's lawyer that he be sent to high-security Tihar Jail.

Useful tips to crack GMAT

Useful tips to crack GMAT

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Appearing for the GMAT this year? Suchitra Surve, Counsellor and Director of Global Education Counsel discusses the GMAT test pattern and offers tips to students on solving each section of the paper.

Need no lessons from 'Terroristan': India slams Pak PM at UNGA

Need no lessons from 'Terroristan': India slams Pak PM at UNGA

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

In its short history, Pakistan has become a geography synonymous with terror.

Travelling abroad to study? Consider these tips

Travelling abroad to study? Consider these tips

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

Suchitra Surve, Counsellor and Director of Global Education Counsel offers suggestions on what students who are travelling abroad must consider.

MJ Akbar to record statement in defamation case on October 31

MJ Akbar to record statement in defamation case on October 31

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Akbar's lawyer said that he had resigned from the post of minister of state for external affairs due to these allegations and this showed the extent of damage caused to his reputation.

Arun Jaitley: The minister who loved a good meal and good gossip

Arun Jaitley: The minister who loved a good meal and good gossip

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

In the Modi government, he was the mentor -- he groomed half a dozen of those who became ministers. Some remembered, others did not -- Jaitley seemed to care little. Aditi Phadnis reports.

'Give wings to their dreams': Army's idea to reform young stone-pelters

'Give wings to their dreams': Army's idea to reform young stone-pelters

Rediff.com11 Jun 2017

The Army believes the children, after returning from their multi-city tour, will narrate their experiences to other young Kashmiris, encouraging them to join the next group.

'Should I go for CAT or GMAT?'

'Should I go for CAT or GMAT?'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

International education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

'Everyone had spelt doomsday for India, but that did not happen'

'Everyone had spelt doomsday for India, but that did not happen'

Rediff.com23 May 2020

'People had said it will explode and everyone will die. Nothing of that sort has happened.' 'Our government has done a splendid job so far.'

Sikh officer gets long-term accommodation in US military with beard, turban

Sikh officer gets long-term accommodation in US military with beard, turban

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

The move makes Captain Simratpal Singh, a 28-year-old decorated combat veteran, the first active duty Sikh soldier to receive approval to maintain his articles of faith while actively serving in the US army.

Why Amit Shah needs Uma Bharati in MP

Why Amit Shah needs Uma Bharati in MP

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

Bundelkhand is thought to be an area where Mayawati has some influence. Both Amit Shah and Shivraj Chouhan believe every weapon in the arsenal must be used to ensure victory.

'India Calling' moment for Prem Watsa as his funds get aggressive

'India Calling' moment for Prem Watsa as his funds get aggressive

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Fairfax Financial Holdings made three investments in a month

Govt to encourage FDI to create jobs, assets

Govt to encourage FDI to create jobs, assets

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

The President said that for rapid creation of jobs in the manufacturing sector, the government will strategically promote labour-intensive manufacturing.

Top 9 social science courses you can consider

Top 9 social science courses you can consider

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Study aspects of social formation, structure and form of society through courses ranging from diplomas in transportation to craft design. Also, courses on geriatric care, infrastructure, child care and counselling and population studies. Read on

Can digital India create more jobs than it destroys?

Can digital India create more jobs than it destroys?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

New models of skilling will provide both jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities to inspire recipients to capture the jobs or entrepreneurial opportunities they seek and provide them the agency to stay on and improve on their skills on the job, says Ganesh Natarajan.

Hughes blow takes 'lucky' Chatfield back in time

Hughes blow takes 'lucky' Chatfield back in time

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Phillip Hughes' fight for survival from a severe head injury has prompted a wave of sympathy across the globe, not least from former New Zealand cricketer Ewen Chatfield, who was nearly killed by a fast delivery in the 1970s.

Tribute: Jaitley it was who brought Modi to Delhi

Tribute: Jaitley it was who brought Modi to Delhi

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

'Jaitley was one of the earliest politicians to sense the changing political scenario in Delhi. He had closely watched the rise of the BJP and declining fortunes of the Congress party during the L K Advani era. But it was between 2009 and 2014 as the Leader of the Opposition that he began to read the tea leaves. 'And thus it was that he introduced Modi-Amit Shah duo to Lutyens Delhi,' says senior journalist R Rajagopalan who had known Jaitley since 1975.

Psychological screening of pilots likely

Psychological screening of pilots likely

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

These measures follow the Germanwings crash last month.

Indu Malhotra to be sworn-in as SC judge tomorrow

Indu Malhotra to be sworn-in as SC judge tomorrow

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

She is the first woman lawyer to enter the top judiciary directly.

Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast for 2015

Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast for 2015

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

Monisha Dudaney tells you what the stars predict for the coming months.

The former sports champ who's taken on Madras University

The former sports champ who's taken on Madras University

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

Preethi Srinivasan is a former state level cricket player who has been denied admission into the University of Madras for a distance education course after an unfortunate accident left her quadriplegic for life.

When U-19 spinner Abhishek interrupted Mhambrey interview

When U-19 spinner Abhishek interrupted Mhambrey interview

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

And India Under-19 bowling coach Paras Mhahmbrey was effusive in his praise for his wards.

Fast bowlers rush to Abbott's defence after Hughes blow

Fast bowlers rush to Abbott's defence after Hughes blow

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

As the global cricket community prays for Australia cricketer Phillip Hughes' recovery from a severe head injury, fast bowlers rushed to the defence of Sean Abbott, whose short-pitched ball struck the batsman and left him fighting for his life.

Rajeshwari Gayakwad: WC protagonist and 'Uncrowned Princess of Bijapur'

Rajeshwari Gayakwad: WC protagonist and 'Uncrowned Princess of Bijapur'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

All other players were enjoying their moment under the sun. In a quiet corner stood Rajeshwari, clad in a navy blue India blazer. There was the white envelope in her hand that had a cheque of Rs 50 lakh -- she had just hit the paydirt -- a feeling that, perhaps, is yet to sink in.