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India's Journey To World Cup Final

India's Journey To World Cup Final

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

This is India's fourth ODI World Cup final.

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots for 470 planes

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots for 470 planes

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Air India will require more than 6,500 pilots to operate 470 aircraft that are to be supplied by Airbus and Boeing in the coming years, according to industry sources. Seeking to expand fleet as well as operations, the airline has placed orders for acquiring a total of 840 aircraft that includes an option to buy 370 planes. This is one of the largest aircraft order by any airline. Currently, Air India has around 1,600 pilots to operate its 113 aircraft fleet and in recent times, there have been instances of ultra-long haul flights getting cancelled or delayed due to shortage of crew.

Wistron Deal: Tata Gets Global Reach, Apple Gets to Hedge Geopolitical Bets

Wistron Deal: Tata Gets Global Reach, Apple Gets to Hedge Geopolitical Bets

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The government's target of hitting $52 billion to $58 billion in mobile phone exports in FY26 has been faltering; an Indian corporate group with financial muscle will help.

Ajoba Inspires Grandsons To Join Armed Forces

Ajoba Inspires Grandsons To Join Armed Forces

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Keshav Govind Vyas is the reason his grandsons chose to join the armed forces.

Ghoomer Review: Winner With A Lot Of Heart

Ghoomer Review: Winner With A Lot Of Heart

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Ghoomer is an efficient crowd-pleaser that puts a lump in the throat, a tear in the eyes, and a smile on the face, all at the same time, applauds Mayur Sanap.

PIX: Clinical India trounce Windies to claim ODI series

PIX: Clinical India trounce Windies to claim ODI series

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A clinical India outclassed West Indies by a whopping 200 runs in the third ODI to win the series 2-1.

How To Deal With Rise In Rents

How To Deal With Rise In Rents

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

'You may opt for a longer minimum guaranteed tenure of 12-18 months. This will ensure that in a rising rental scenario, the landlord doesn't serve you a notice and ask you to vacate the property.'

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar reach Delhi to finalise cabinet berths

Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar reach Delhi to finalise cabinet berths

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Karnataka chief minister-designate Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar arrived in New Delhi on Friday to discuss with the party's high command the names of ministers to be inducted into the new cabinet and the allocation of portfolios.

Rawat Chopper Tragedy May Not Happen Again

Rawat Chopper Tragedy May Not Happen Again

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

HAL helicopters will be equipped with an 'Obstacle Avoidance System' that warns pilots of any obstacles in their flight path.

US voices concerns over India's participation in Russian military drills

US voices concerns over India's participation in Russian military drills

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Russia said on Monday that the Vostok 2022 military exercises will be held from September 1 to 7 in different locations in the Far East and the Sea of Japan and involve more than 50,000 troops from China, India and several other countries.

'As a voter my vote should have value'

'As a voter my vote should have value'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

'Switching loyalty from one party to another is completely unfair as it devalues my vote.'

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

President Droupadi Murmu will lead the nation in celebrating the Republic Day, and Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will be the chief guest at the ceremonial event.

Tennis PICS: Djokovic roars back to win thriller for Cincinnati title

Tennis PICS: Djokovic roars back to win thriller for Cincinnati title

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Photos pf tennis action across the USA on Sunday.

Govt close to finalising e-commerce policy: DPIIT secy Rajesh Kumar Singh

Govt close to finalising e-commerce policy: DPIIT secy Rajesh Kumar Singh

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The government is at a "fairly advanced stage" of finalising a well-coordinated e-commerce policy and consumer protection rules, which will incorporate provisions of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Thursday. "E-commerce rules and e-commerce policy will be congruent with each other... That exercise is at a fairly advanced stage," Singh told reporters. The remarks come on a day the number of daily transactions on the platform has gone up 500 times since the beginning of this year with the number of retail merchants added to its roster growing 40-fold.

Congress video shows rivals Sidda, Shivakumar indulging in banter

Congress video shows rivals Sidda, Shivakumar indulging in banter

Rediff.com8 May 2023

A video released on Monday, the second in two days, shows the two leaders presenting a united front in the polls and exchanging notes on the Congress campaign.

Is Modi Nervous About Manipur?

Is Modi Nervous About Manipur?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

By comparing I.N.D.IA. with banned terror outfits, Modi has exhibited the kind of nervousness never ever associated with him even at the height of the Gujarat riots, and certainly since his prime ministerial days, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

What you will see at the Republic Day 2023 parade

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

The Republic Day parade, which will begin at around 1030 am, will be a unique mix of the country's military prowess and cultural diversity, depicting the country's growing indigenous capabilities, Nari Shakti and emergence of a 'New India'.

Breaking Up Business Groups Would Create More Problems

Breaking Up Business Groups Would Create More Problems

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Policies to break down the business group format are far more likely to be effective, argues Simon Commander.

IPL PIX: Rahane, Jadeja star as CSK beat MI by 7 wickets

IPL PIX: Rahane, Jadeja star as CSK beat MI by 7 wickets

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.

Hales, Buttler bat England to victory over Australia

Hales, Buttler bat England to victory over Australia

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

"The way we defended our score was outstanding. It looked like the game was getting away from us, so to drag it back like that was really impressive," said man-of-the-match Hales.

West Zone ride on Pujara century to inch towards Duleep final

West Zone ride on Pujara century to inch towards Duleep final

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Pujara went into lunch on 92 and hardly wasted any time to reach the landmark upon his return. Pujara hammered Saurabh for a couple of fours, one through the cover and one behind the point fielder, to complete his hundred.

Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag knocked out in semi-finals

Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag knocked out in semi-finals

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

After the change of ends, the Indians gathered themselves and turned it around as they broke off from 4-4. Satwik and Chirag won 7 of the last 8 points to grab a six-point advantage at the interval.

Presidential Poll: Not A BJP Cakewalk Yet

Presidential Poll: Not A BJP Cakewalk Yet

Rediff.com23 May 2022

The NDA's combined parliamentary and state-level committed Presidential votes number around 12,000 fewer than a majority.

China has 200,000 troops at LAC!

China has 200,000 troops at LAC!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

The intrusions into India were likely carried out by the PLA's better trained and equipped 'mobile operational units'.

Burns & Smith put Australia in command

Burns & Smith put Australia in command

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

Joe Burns and Steve Smith capitalised on perfect batting conditions to score centuries as Australia reduced New Zealand's lead to just seven runs at the end of day two of the second test on Sunday. Neil Wagner dismissed both batsmen in identical fashion in the final half-hour to give his side some late reward for a day of toil under a cloudless Christchurch sky. Burns, who had been dismissed early in his innings only to have the decision overturned on review, was well caught low down by Martin Guptill at square leg for 170, his highest test score and third century. Smith also fell to a short ball in Wagner's next over for 138, his 14th test century, caught by the same fielder. Adam Voges was on two with nightwatchman Nathan Lyon on four as the visitors ended the day 363 for four, having all but mowed down New Zealand's first innings 370.

Chirag-Satwik win Asia Championships; end 58-year-old wait!

Chirag-Satwik win Asia Championships; end 58-year-old wait!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty became the first Indians after Dinesh Khanna to be crowned champions at the 2023 Badminton Asia Championships on Sunday.

Kharge's son, Lingayat leader part of Siddaramaiah's govt

Kharge's son, Lingayat leader part of Siddaramaiah's govt

Rediff.com20 May 2023

According to sources in the Congress, eight legislators are likely to be sworn in as ministers along with them.

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

IPL 2023: Confident Royals face stiff Punjab challenge

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Rajasthan Royals would be banking on their near-perfect combinations in almost all departments of the game to put up another commanding performance when they take on a strong Punjab Kings.

8 Tips To Crack The Armed Forces Entrance Exam

8 Tips To Crack The Armed Forces Entrance Exam

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

All work in the armed forces is team work. One has to deal with people all the time -- at work, play and even during war, advises IAF Veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe.

Clinical England crush Pakistan to win T20 World Cup!

Clinical England crush Pakistan to win T20 World Cup!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

Sealing their second T20 World Cup, England are now the first nation to hold both global white-ball trophies, having won the 50-over World Cup on home soil in 2019.

IPOs Make Way Out Of Deep Freezer

IPOs Make Way Out Of Deep Freezer

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

The success of recent IPOs and the stability in the secondary market are propelling many firms and investment bankers to remove their IPO plans.

Xi wants army to set up elite force to fight and win wars

Xi wants army to set up elite force to fight and win wars

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday issued a new mobilisation order for the training of armed forces with a focus on developing an elite force capable of fighting and winning wars.

What The World Looks Like At Mid-Year

What The World Looks Like At Mid-Year

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The first five months of 2023 have witnessed at least six major events/trends that augur badly for global economic and socio-political prospects, points out Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

'There is no such thing as ultimate survivability.'
'It's all comparative -- who outperforms, who uses tactics, who optimises technology to the best is what makes the difference.'

BJP, Shinde's Sena target Uddhav's BMC, Pawar's Baramati

BJP, Shinde's Sena target Uddhav's BMC, Pawar's Baramati

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

He also said the Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and the BJP will jointly contest the upcoming elections to the Mumbai civic body.

Congress Can't Afford To Lose Karnataka Poll

Congress Can't Afford To Lose Karnataka Poll

Rediff.com8 May 2023

The new chief minister, if from the Congress, will have little or no time for political administration, to ensure that he does not lose the voter's goodwill even before the Lok Sabha polls. He can count only on one thing. That the BJP may not want to upset him too early lest an early failure should become an added problem for the party in all the polls to follow, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

2nd Test: Sohail, Azam centuries put Pakistan in commanding position

2nd Test: Sohail, Azam centuries put Pakistan in commanding position

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

Resuming on their overnight total of 207-4, Pakistan ground down the Kiwi attack, with Sohail scoring 147 and Azam 127 not out before they declared their first innings on 418-5.

Chief of Defence Staff 'should be' a reality: Parrikar

Chief of Defence Staff 'should be' a reality: Parrikar

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Wednesday indicated that the post of Chief of Defence Staff could be a reality soon, a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked defence reforms as a priority and stressed that "jointness at the top" was a need long overdue.

Protect international cricket: MCC calls for urgent intervention

Protect international cricket: MCC calls for urgent intervention

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

With franchise cricket taking over a major part of the calender, MCC called for urgent intervention to save international cricket.