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'Loving this from New India! No fear cricket'

'Loving this from New India! No fear cricket'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'By God's grace, I was successful. I'm still 7 on 10, still more work to do.'

Chennai Superstars trounce Kolkata Tigers

Chennai Superstars trounce Kolkata Tigers

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

Valuable century knocks by former India player Hemang K Badani and Vasanth Saravanan helped Chennai Superstars clinch a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Tigers in a high-scoring match of Indian Cricket League domestic tournament in Chennai on Wednesday.

Over 80 flights receive bomb threats today

Over 80 flights receive bomb threats today

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

More than 80 domestic and international flights of various Indian airlines received bomb threats on Thursday, according to sources.

How dominant India crushed England in opener

How dominant India crushed England in opener

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

The left-hander clobbered eight sixes and five fours in his scintillating 79 off 34 balls as India chased down a modest 133-run target in 12.5 overs.

ED conducts multi-state raids on lottery king Santiago Martin

ED conducts multi-state raids on lottery king Santiago Martin

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches against Chennai-based 'lottery king' Santiago Martin, the single biggest donor to political parties with over Rs 1,300 crore in electoral bonds, as part of a money laundering investigation. The action comes after the Madras High Court allowed the ED to proceed against Martin following a police decision to close the initial FIR against him.

New supply of office space in top 7 cities down 4% in Jul-Sep

New supply of office space in top 7 cities down 4% in Jul-Sep

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

New supply of office space across seven major cities fell 4 per cent annually in the July-September quarter to 12.8 million square feet while gross leasing of prime workspace rose 17 per cent, according to Vestian. In its report released on Wednesday, real estate consultant Vestian said the fresh supply of office space in Hyderabad declined 25 per cent in the July-September quarter to 4.10 million square feet.

Chakravarthy's magic in vain as India lose to England

Chakravarthy's magic in vain as India lose to England

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

England secured a 26-run victory over India in the third T20I in Rajkot on Tuesday to stay alive in the five-match series.

World Cricket Calendar

World Cricket Calendar

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

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Brilliant Bravo helps Chennai edge past holders Kolkata

Brilliant Bravo helps Chennai edge past holders Kolkata

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Chennai Super Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders by two runs in a low-scoring Indian Premier League match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

IPL 2024: Check Out The Full Schedule

IPL 2024: Check Out The Full Schedule

Rediff.com25 May 2024

The Indian Premier League 2024 schedule.

Chennai Kings down Kolkata Knights

Chennai Kings down Kolkata Knights

Rediff.com18 May 2008

Chennai inched closer to a semi-final berth with a two-run victory over Kolkata via the Duckworth-Lewis method.

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Samson's pace problem: Can India fix it before T20 WC?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Sanju Samson's technical weaknesses against express pace along with Rinku Singh's dip in form and fitness issues will be a concern for India

Will Indian Batters Come Good In Pune?

Will Indian Batters Come Good In Pune?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Given India's batting collapses in the last two matches, key changes to the playing XI are anticipated.

No lack of effort: Buttler defends England's training approach

No lack of effort: Buttler defends England's training approach

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

England captain Jos Buttler defended his team's training schedule during their white-ball tour of India.

India plans new migration law amid US deportations

India plans new migration law amid US deportations

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The proposed legislation on Emigration (Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill, 2024) seeks to replace the Emigration Act of 1983 with a view to facilitate the circular mobility of people intending to emigrate for overseas employment.

Will India Unleash Shami In Rajkot?

Will India Unleash Shami In Rajkot?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the third T20I against England on Tuesday?

Office leasing hit record 885 lakh sq ft in 2024 in India's top 8 cities

Office leasing hit record 885 lakh sq ft in 2024 in India's top 8 cities

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

India's office market was very active in 2024 with gross leasing of workspace witnessing a 19 per cent increase to a record 885.2 lakh square feet across eight major cities, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The gross leasing or absorption of office space stood at 745.6 lakh square feet in the preceding year, data from real estate consultant Cushman & Wakefield (C&W) showed.

'To the man who keeps turning 25'

'To the man who keeps turning 25'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir shared a heartfelt birthday tribute for Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, who celebrated his 59th birthday on Saturday.

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

For the Stalin government to win back the confidence of voters ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, post-flooding restoration works, their speed and efficacy would be closely watched, and not just by the political Opposition, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

2,000 notes: Rs 6,839 cr still with the public

2,000 notes: Rs 6,839 cr still with the public

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The Reserve Bank on Monday said 98.08 per cent of the Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,839 crore worth such notes are still with the public. On May 19, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

SRK Teases Dhoni About Retirement

SRK Teases Dhoni About Retirement

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'I'm a different kind of legendary. Me and Dhoni are the same kind of legends. We keep saying no, but end up playing 10 more IPLs.'

Kolkata, Chennai airports unlikely to be privatised

Kolkata, Chennai airports unlikely to be privatised

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

The airports were refurbished at the cost of Rs 2,325 cr and Rs 2,015 cr respectively but there have been various complaints.

IAF Widow Becomes Army Officer

IAF Widow Becomes Army Officer

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Her husband, Squadron Leader Kuldeep Singh, died in a helicopter crash in the Nilgiris in which India's first CDS General Bipin Rawat was killed.

Kolkata, Chennai airports' upgradation soon

Kolkata, Chennai airports' upgradation soon

Rediff.com21 Aug 2008

Construction activities for modernising and expanding the Kolkata and Chennai airports by the Airports Authority of India will begin by the end of next month, Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel said on Thursday. Replying a question on the government's recent decision to allow charging of user development fees by the private operator of the new Hyderabad airport, Patel said "We are considering the same for the new airport at Bangalore."

Retail space leasing in malls, main high streets falls 1%

Retail space leasing in malls, main high streets falls 1%

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Leasing of retail space in shopping malls and prominent high streets dropped 1 per cent to 1.63 million square feet during July-September across top eight cities, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The leasing stood at 1.63 million square feet in the year-ago period. Real estate consultant Cushman & Wakefield on Thursday released its Q3-2024 'Retail MarketBeat' report, which highlighted a sustained momentum across India's main streets, leading retail growth across the top 8 cities.

Housing demand in 2024 at 12-year high, sales up 7%

Housing demand in 2024 at 12-year high, sales up 7%

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Housing sales rose 7 per cent annually in 2024 across eight major cities to reach 12-year high at 3,50,613 units on better demand for premium homes amid stable mortgage rates and strong economic growth, according to Knight Frank. Last month, real estate consultant Anarock, however, had reported that housing sales declined 4 per cent in 2024 to nearly 4.6 lakh units across seven major cities.

Chennai hand Kolkata first defeat

Chennai hand Kolkata first defeat

Rediff.com26 Apr 2008

Matthew Hayden and Jacob Oram shone with the bat and ball respectively as Chennai beat Kolkata by nine wickets.

Chennai flights delayed

Chennai flights delayed

Rediff.com16 Dec 2004

The departure of several flights from Chennai has been pushed due to the delayed incoming flights from Mumbai.

'CSK fans, I'll Always...'

'CSK fans, I'll Always...'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

'My fans in Chennai and to all the CSK fans around the world, I call on you to give me your blessings and support as you always do. I know this is a sad moment for you guys, but it is one that I encourage you to continue to support me in everything that I do.'

What's driving huge turnout of youths, students at Maha Kumbh

What's driving huge turnout of youths, students at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

The Maha Kumbh 2025 at Prayagraj will feature a "Yuva Maha Kumbh", a gathering of youth and students celebrating Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary and his vision for India. The event, organized by the Vivekananda Kendra, will include workshops and discussions on Swami Vivekananda's teachings and their relevance to modern India. The gathering will take place from January 20th, coinciding with the Maha Kumbh, and is expected to draw a large number of young people.

India's squash teen sensation Anahat claims 6th title

India's squash teen sensation Anahat claims 6th title

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Throughout the tournament, Anaha Singh displayed remarkable form, dropping only one game.

Nearly 98% of Rs 2000 notes have been returned

Nearly 98% of Rs 2000 notes have been returned

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said 98.04 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes have been returned to the banking system, and only Rs 6,970 crore worth such notes are still with the public. On May 19, 2023, the RBI announced the withdrawal of Rs 2000 denomination banknotes from circulation.

IPL: Hussey powers Chennai to victory over Kolkata

IPL: Hussey powers Chennai to victory over Kolkata

Rediff.com28 Apr 2013

Australian batsman Michael Hussey smashed a stroke-filled 95 and affected a crucial run out as Chennai Super Kings survived a scare before eking out a 14-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders in a high-scoring Pepsi IPL match.

IPL PHOTOS: Clinical Kolkata edge past Chennai

IPL PHOTOS: Clinical Kolkata edge past Chennai

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Photos of the IPL game between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

KKR likely to let go of Shreyas, Russell

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Here is a look at likely retentions for some teams.

IPL Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

IPL Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The IPL 2025 auction was a spectacle of astronomical bids and shattered records.

Ganguly buys team in Indian Racing Festival

Ganguly buys team in Indian Racing Festival

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Akhilesh Reddy, Chairman and Managing Director of Racing Promotions Pvt Ltd (RPPL), welcomed Ganguly to the racing fold.

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Riyadh to host IPL 2025 mega auction?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The mega auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is expected to be held in Riyadh at the end of this month, according to sources.

Nod to privatise Kolkata and Chennai airports

Nod to privatise Kolkata and Chennai airports

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Move is aimed at bringing private operators to run airports.