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PIX: Ireland skittled for 38 as England shatter dream

PIX: Ireland skittled for 38 as England shatter dream

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Ireland's dream of pulling off one of the biggest shocks in the history of Test cricket by beating England at Lord's were shattered as they collapsed to 38 all out to lose by 143 runs.

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

'Mr Kejriwal has played it cool in distancing himself from Delhi's hotspots, adroitly pandering to the BJP's Hindu vote.' 'He neither visited the scene of JNU violence nor has he dropped by at Shaheen Bagh,' notes Sunil Sethi.

The War Review

The War Review

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

War is an ode to such star power, one that pits Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff together for the first time and capitalises on their famous idol-idoliser energy to draw us into a world of espionage, action and camaraderie.

How to make a Chocolate Christmas fruit cake

How to make a Chocolate Christmas fruit cake

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

To make your Christmas celebrations cheerful, Chef Ranveer Brar has created some decadent treats.

Airlines under CCI scanner for cargo fuel surcharge

Airlines under CCI scanner for cargo fuel surcharge

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

The complaint was lodged by Mumbai-based Express Industry Council of India, which represented major express courier and cargo companies such as DTDC, Aramex India, Blue Dart, DHL Express, GATI and First Flight.

What India is doing to contain coronavirus outbreak

What India is doing to contain coronavirus outbreak

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

As the Indian Army reported its first case of the infection with a 34-year-old soldier testing positive in Leh, the Army said it has taken a series of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus among the forces such as checking flu symptoms among soldiers on their return from leave and cancelling non-essential travel, conferences and recruitment drives.

It's high time to revamp India's inefficient power plants

It's high time to revamp India's inefficient power plants

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Green rating of thermal power plants are way behind the global best.

'He called me by his daughter's name'

'He called me by his daughter's name'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

'I try to say to myself, 'Don't cry in front of people'. But sometimes I can't help it.'

Harsh truths about child labour in India

Harsh truths about child labour in India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

If gender disparities are eroded with more women being better-educated, that pool also becomes smaller.

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Bengaluru based Dinesh Malhotra, 54, an ex-Army officer who is working as a human resource professional in a construction firm shares some survival tips.

Meet the perfect touring bike!

Meet the perfect touring bike!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

Honda's attempt at offering a no nonsense touring machine, coupled with slight off-roading capability, has paid off.

Cities can lead. Cities want to lead. Let them!

Cities can lead. Cities want to lead. Let them!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

'If every city had the strongest tools that are currently available only to a few, the world's climate prospects would glow far more brightly.'

'We must listen to Left parties' apprehensions'

'We must listen to Left parties' apprehensions'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

Supriya Sule talks about her politics and friendships

Saving a tribal child

Saving a tribal child

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Just as Dr Khan was about to put the infant in the incubator, the electricity failed. This is Melghat where 117 children have died of malnutrition this year.

China slaps record fine on McDonald's supplier for pollution

China slaps record fine on McDonald's supplier for pollution

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The 3.9 million yuan ($630,000) fine is the biggest-ever.

Govt acts tough against Greenpeace India, freezes bank accounts

Govt acts tough against Greenpeace India, freezes bank accounts

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

In a tough action, the Government on Thursday barred Greenpeace India from receiving foreign funds with immediate effect by suspending its licence for six months and froze all its accounts, alleging it has "prejudicially" affected the country's public and economic interests.

'AAP's free water policy may end up in LOT of wastage'

'AAP's free water policy may end up in LOT of wastage'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party's government's policies on water and electricity are well intended but not the best way to achieve the desired goals as the supply of over 600 litre of free water to Delhi residents may end up in a lot of wastage, Directer General of The Energy and Resources Institute R K Pachauri has warned.

Is Nayattu anti-Dalit? Is Karnan pro-Dalit?

Is Nayattu anti-Dalit? Is Karnan pro-Dalit?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

'If questioning and dethroning hierarchies is your primary motive, why not put an end to the practice of announcing your shining star, your box office draw, in big flaming letters and mentioning everyone else's name in small font at the bottom of the screen?' asks Sreehari Nair.

Indian football: Pandita rescues Goa; Real Kashmir win

Indian football: Pandita rescues Goa; Real Kashmir win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

The draw, Goa's sixth on the trot, helped the Gaurs climb to the third spot on the table.

Volkswagen's US recall could be thwarted by reluctant diesel owners

Volkswagen's US recall could be thwarted by reluctant diesel owners

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The cars, some 482,000 Passats, Golfs and Jettas sold in model years 2009 to 2015 in the United States, are peppy and fun to drive, owners say.

Budget airports may transport you to an era long lost

Budget airports may transport you to an era long lost

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Get ready to walk into an airport minutes before a flight, check in your own luggage, walk on to the tarmac to board a plane.

After meeting Putin, Trump terms Russia probe a 'disaster'

After meeting Putin, Trump terms Russia probe a 'disaster'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

Praising the 'frank and business-like atmosphere' of the summit, the Russian leader said he considered the talks 'very successful and useful'.

SAG: India pulls ahead of rivals with rich medal haul

SAG: India pulls ahead of rivals with rich medal haul

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

India's total medal count stood at 252 (132 gold, 79 silver, 41 bronze), leaving behind hosts Nepal and Sri Lanka behind. Nepal has won 165 medals (45 gold, 44 silver, 76 bronze) while Sri Lanka have collected 197 medals (36 gold, 68 silver, 93 bronze).

Golden night for Kazakhstan: Balandin, Rahimov take gold

Golden night for Kazakhstan: Balandin, Rahimov take gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Dmitry Balandin of Kazakhstan snatched a shock victory in the men's 200 meters breaststroke on Wednesday as the Central Asian country grabbed two Olympic gold medals in the space of an hour.

Mary Kom on doping: Some coaches lead their wards the wrong way

Mary Kom on doping: Some coaches lead their wards the wrong way

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Coaches being hand-in-gloves with athletes in usage of banned substances to win medals and later financial rewards from the government is well known in Indian sports but few have aired their views in public.

Soccer Extras: Late Ronaldo goal foils Torino

Soccer Extras: Late Ronaldo goal foils Torino

Rediff.com4 May 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

In tribute to Kalam, NASA names new bacteria after him

In tribute to Kalam, NASA names new bacteria after him

Rediff.com21 May 2017

The new organism -- Solibacillus kalamii -- was found on the filters of the International Space Station.

Former Kerala minister acquitted of sexual harassment charges

Former Kerala minister acquitted of sexual harassment charges

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

The court acquitted Saseendran holding that no case had been made out against him that warranted conviction.

My dream for India is...

My dream for India is...

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Changemakers from across the country share their wishlist -- how to build a better India.

Mussoorie Diary: 42C, tidy tourists and stingy loo users

Mussoorie Diary: 42C, tidy tourists and stingy loo users

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Syed Firdaus Ashraf tries to escape the Mumbai heat in the hills of Uttarakhand and discovers the aftermath of climate change and Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.

Meet Bandicoot, the robot

Meet Bandicoot, the robot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

How robots may eradicate manual scavenging in India.

Does India really need imported economists?

Does India really need imported economists?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

Today, with growth having slowed and macro-economic challenges in every direction, would the government have benefited from the advice of 'Harvard' economists? asks T N Ninan.

'Be careful in future': SC closes contempt plea against Rahul

'Be careful in future': SC closes contempt plea against Rahul

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

The court said the remarks made by Gandhi were far from true and he should have refrained from those and could have been careful.

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

From OnePlus' Concept One smartphone to the Microsoft Xbox Series X, Khalid Anzar lists the top 6 gadgets we can look forward to in 2020.

'It was a vision document, not a Budget'

'It was a vision document, not a Budget'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

'Part A of the Budget was like it was written by somebody from the 21st century and Part B was written by somebody from the 19th century.'

Budget is a 5 year Test match, not a one-day event

Budget is a 5 year Test match, not a one-day event

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

'The fiscal situation is stressed (when is it not?!), economic growth has slowed, tax revenue has fallen short and the deficit is high if it is properly accounted,' points out T N Ninan.

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

CNN cameras go inside the secretive nation to places few outsiders have ever seen.

Paharpur Business Centre: Inside the 'healthiest' building in Delhi

Paharpur Business Centre: Inside the 'healthiest' building in Delhi

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

A chat with employees at Paharpur gives you a brief glimpse into a happy and energetic workplace.

'This was a week I will not soon forget'

'This was a week I will not soon forget'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

'We use the word "historic" perhaps too much, but the prime minister's visit certainly was historic in so many ways.'

How has the Railways fared? Promise vs performance

How has the Railways fared? Promise vs performance

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The railways is expecting a revenue of Rs 1,84,820 crore during the current financial year (FY17).