News for 'Choice of Techniques'

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Can you ever imagine seeing Shrinathji of Nathdwara in Rajasthan weaved to come alive in Jamdani? This sari is to mark the 2021 Handloom Day Special on August 7, masterfully crafted by acclaimed weaver, Lakshmana Rao Tammisetty from Andhra Pradesh, says Ranjani Govind.

Pietersen slams England's batsmen

Pietersen slams England's batsmen

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

Former captain Kevin Pietersen criticised England's top-order batsmen for being too passive and has called for the inclusion of Jason Roy and Dawid Malan in next week's third Test against South Africa.

'Rahane is still India's No 5 in Tests, not Rahul'

'Rahane is still India's No 5 in Tests, not Rahul'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Sanjay Manjrekar said although Ajinkya Rahane has been getting some Test runs of late but the player himself would ideally like to be more consistent.

Kirsten ideal candidate to coach England: Atherton

Kirsten ideal candidate to coach England: Atherton

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

British media reported that former India coach Gary Kirsten has emerged as the leading contender to take over from Australia's Trevor Bayliss.

'This is the best opportunity to try out Rohit as Test opener'

'This is the best opportunity to try out Rohit as Test opener'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

'Rohit can bring a lot to the table.' 'And if he clicks, then imagine how strong our batting line-up will be.'

Extra spinner or batsman? India ponder over Champions Trophy selection

Extra spinner or batsman? India ponder over Champions Trophy selection

Rediff.com7 May 2017

Choosing between a third spinner and an extra batsman will be the topic of discussion when the three-member national selection panel decides on the Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, starting June 1 in England.

Will Dhawan and Ashwin get the nod for West Indies Tests?

Will Dhawan and Ashwin get the nod for West Indies Tests?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Shikhar Dhawan's poor technique in testing conditions along with the fitness status of Ishant Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin will come up for discussion when the selectors pick the Indian team for the two-Test series against the West Indies.

'Pant needs to bring in a little bit of discipline in his cricket'

'Pant needs to bring in a little bit of discipline in his cricket'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

'Pant is an impact player but at the same time you can't be careless.'

Here's how Guptill is preparing for World Cup

Here's how Guptill is preparing for World Cup

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Guptill wants to utilise his time facing Rashid Khan at the nets to prepare for the World Cup game against Afghanistan on June 8.

Samson's inclusion a strong message to Pant: Laxman

Samson's inclusion a strong message to Pant: Laxman

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman says Rishabh Pant is fast running out of time to justify the time invested in him by the team management and might lose his place to Sanju Samson if he doesn't regain his form soon.

Jolt for Indian sports: WADA extends NDTL suspension by 6 months

Jolt for Indian sports: WADA extends NDTL suspension by 6 months

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

The WADA first suspended NDTL in August last year for a period of six months. A fresh round of inspection by the world body, much to the embarrassment of country's sporting establishment, showed that non-conformities still existed.

Ronnie Screwvala's Career Gyan

Ronnie Screwvala's Career Gyan

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

'Always have two (not more) things you want badly in life -- really badly -- and it will bring such focus, such hard work and such sacrifice that you never knew existed inside you.' 'This is the secret sauce to success today and most days.' A must-read excerpt from Ronnie Screwvala's Skill It, Kill It: Up Your Game.

India at CWG: IOA bats for parents of Sindhu, Saina to accompany them

India at CWG: IOA bats for parents of Sindhu, Saina to accompany them

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narendra Batra feels Sports Ministry should allow the parents of star shuttlers P V Sindhu and Saina Nehwal to accompany them at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

At Starbucks, the hunt is on for coffee with a difference

At Starbucks, the hunt is on for coffee with a difference

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Faced with a clutter of coffee houses and cafes that also serve the brew, the chain that has 119 stores in seven cities in India is looking at ways to differentiate its brand from the rest.

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Presenting some of the coolest health and well-being devices we spotted at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, US.

Confident Rahul stakes claim for No 4 spot

Confident Rahul stakes claim for No 4 spot

Rediff.com29 May 2019

KL Rahul's classy century against Bangladesh in the 2019 World Cup warm-up makes him appear a choice straight from central casting.

10 Reasons Why We Love Rekha

10 Reasons Why We Love Rekha

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Happy 64th, Rekha!

Why Rahane's form is not a concern...

Why Rahane's form is not a concern...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Ajinkya Rahane's wretched form will not be a big concern for the South Africa-bound Indian team, feels former captain Sourav Ganguly.

India saw 2nd highest phishing hosting attacks in Q1 2019

India saw 2nd highest phishing hosting attacks in Q1 2019

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Phishing attacks could either be in the form of an email from a trusted source asking for personal information such as passwords, bank details and personal details, or it could mimic an existing website or webpage and trick a user into entering confidential information on the page.

How hotels in India plan to tide through COVID-19

How hotels in India plan to tide through COVID-19

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Hotels are using a combination of platforms to reach out to the guests. These include online travel agents among others. hotels in India are offering guests an option to pay now and stay later.

In financial mess after festive splurge? Here's what to do

In financial mess after festive splurge? Here's what to do

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Many would have racked up debt this Diwali, using credit cards and consumer loans. Here are a few simple steps on how to fix your financial mess, says Bindisha Sarang.

1st Test: Kohli's India set to rely on present, England bank on deep 'Root'ed history

1st Test: Kohli's India set to rely on present, England bank on deep 'Root'ed history

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

India will aim to soar higher with the return of Virat Kohli against Joe Root's England

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Have you been asking yourself this question? Then these 8 tips are meant for you.

Should India use Vijay Shankar as surprise element at No 4?

Should India use Vijay Shankar as surprise element at No 4?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Vijay Shankar could well be the 'joker in the pack' if the Indian team management decides to try him

Let ex-servicemen partner farmers in agri cooperatives

Let ex-servicemen partner farmers in agri cooperatives

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

The government should set up agricultural co-operatives in every cluster of villages and in respective districts on a war-footing within a time limit. We should involve the services of our military personnel who retire at a young age with several years of working life still left in them and would be happy to contribute to nation-building, recommends Atul Gupta.

How to build a powerful personality

How to build a powerful personality

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Dress well. Look confident. Control your speech.

India ready for Kiwi pacers in opening Test

India ready for Kiwi pacers in opening Test

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Virat Kohli's top-ranked team, with 360 points in its kitty, is certainly the favourite on paper but the Black Caps under Kane Williamson are experts at wearing down opposition with their patience

Ashwin is happy to be bowling again in Tests

Ashwin is happy to be bowling again in Tests

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

It wasn't very difficult to read between the lines as to what he meant after Ravindra Jadeja was preferred in the West Indies.

TOP 9 courses to invest in during the lockdown

TOP 9 courses to invest in during the lockdown

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

From Artificial Intelligence to yoga, sign up for courses that will benefit your career in the long run.

Azhar reckons Dhoni is no longer the player he used to be. Do you agree?

Azhar reckons Dhoni is no longer the player he used to be. Do you agree?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Citing Mahendra Singh Dhoni's lack of form, former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin has said that India's ODI skipper is "no longer the player he used to be".

'I don't hide stuff, but...'

'I don't hide stuff, but...'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

'I'm an extrovert, but there is a facet to me that I closely guard.' 'I just think that there has to be something that you keep for yourself.

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Watch Out For These Ranji Stars!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

It was batters who mostly lead their teams to victories and some into the knock-outs. While Mumbai trailblazer Sarfaraz Khan continues to find the big runs, Baba Indrajith's consistency wasn't enough for Tamil Nadu to make even the top two in Group H.

Ballon D'Or a painful reminder of Italy's failure, says Buffon

Ballon D'Or a painful reminder of Italy's failure, says Buffon

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

The FIFA Ballon D'Or award has become a painful reminder of the sorry state Italian football, Juventus and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon said.

Test cricket will always be at the very top: Tendulkar

Test cricket will always be at the very top: Tendulkar

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Even as he acknowledged that the shortest format of the game has helped players to innovate with their technique, Sachin Tendulkar insisted that Test cricket will reign despite the rising popularity of Twenty20.

Ready for Sherlock's little sister Enola Holmes?

Ready for Sherlock's little sister Enola Holmes?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

'There are girls out there who are gonna feel self accepting through this film because she's someone who just wants to live her own life. She's not a particularly selfish person, or reckless, but well thought.'

Fit-again Dhawan set to play for Delhi in Ranji Trophy

Fit-again Dhawan set to play for Delhi in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Senior opener Shikhar Dhawan is all set to be back in action having recovered from a fractured left-thumb sustained during the second Test match against New Zealand at Kolkata in September.

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'It is almost certainly wrong in assuming that the Modi government will use its strong mandate to undertake some serious reform measures.' 'For it is fairly clear that the government's priorities lie elsewhere, in the powerful home minister's domain,' notes T N Ninan.

Silence, suspend, arrest is Modi mantra for achche din: Rahul on FTII row

Silence, suspend, arrest is Modi mantra for achche din: Rahul on FTII row

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday slammed the government over the arrest of protesting Film and Television Institute of India students, telling Prime Minister Narendra Modi that they are not criminals.

Asiad Boxing: Vikas advances to QFs, Mandeep disappoints

Asiad Boxing: Vikas advances to QFs, Mandeep disappoints

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

It turned out to be a largely disappointing day for Indian boxers at the Asian Games with former World Championship bronze-medallist Vikas Krishan (75kg) being the only one to advance, making the quarter-final, while three others fell by the wayside.

The magic of the Gili Islands

The magic of the Gili Islands

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Much of what Gili offers are experiences not strongly defined by geographical coordinates. It's found in the warmth of the locals who love their land, who welcome strangers and find ways to make them feel at home, reveals Nikita Puri.