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Pietersen's talent camouflages the controversy over him

Pietersen's talent camouflages the controversy over him

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

With his match-winning knock in the second Test against India Kevin Pietersen, says Bikash Mohapatra, reaffirmed that his off-field shenanigans cannot undermine the flair and flamboyance that define his batting.

Controversy-hit Housefull 4 gets release date!

Controversy-hit Housefull 4 gets release date!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Housefull 4 will hit the theatres next Diwali.

Swiggy takes down Holi billboard after backlash

Swiggy takes down Holi billboard after backlash

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

Soon after the ad was put up, several people tweeted with the hashtag "HinduphobicSwiggy", urging people to boycott the food and grocery delivery service provider.

Controversial Powar back as Indian women's head coach

Controversial Powar back as Indian women's head coach

Rediff.com13 May 2021

It remains to be seen how Powar works alongside Mithali, who had accused him of bias after the Harmanpreet Kaur-led T20 team dropped the veteran batter for the all-important World Cup semi-final against England.

On Modi-2002 riots docu, Russia accuses BBC of waging info war

On Modi-2002 riots docu, Russia accuses BBC of waging info war

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Russia has accused the BBC of "waging an information war" on different fronts -- not only against Moscow, but also against other global centres of power pursuing an independent policy -- days after the British broadcaster released a controversial series on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Why Check and Balances Is Important In Finances

Why Check and Balances Is Important In Finances

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

While managing their finances, individuals can make it a rule to seek advice from an expert or feedback from a trusted colleague or friend.

Unacademy sacked me under pressure from trollers: Tutor

Unacademy sacked me under pressure from trollers: Tutor

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Sangwan said he made the generic remark on his YouTube channel and not during his lecture at Unacademy.

Was Umran Malik Benched By SRH?

Was Umran Malik Benched By SRH?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

''I truly did not understand what 'behind the scene' meant. It could be that he (Umran) had a fight with the management or maybe there was an argument...'

Office controversy? Tell us all about it!

Office controversy? Tell us all about it!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2007

We invite readers to share stories of office controversy with us!

Vinesh Phogat out of Asian Games with injury

Vinesh Phogat out of Asian Games with injury

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Vinesh clears way for Antim Panghal's inclusion

Broad reckons Bairstow episode will gnaw at Cummins's conscience

Broad reckons Bairstow episode will gnaw at Cummins's conscience

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'Ultimately, (Australia captain) Pat Cummins is a really great guy and I would be amazed, once the emotion settles, if he does not sit back and think, 'I got that one wrong', even though his bottom line at the time was winning a Test match.'

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The controversy-ridden film, which registered a bumper opening at the box office only to witness a major drop in collections as negative word of mouth spread on social media, is now screening in theatres with altered dialogues.

Shinde, Fadnavis share stage amid slugfest over ad

Shinde, Fadnavis share stage amid slugfest over ad

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday travelled in a helicopter together for an event in Palghar as they reaffirmed their commitment to take forward their alliance and spoke about their strong bond after a controversial advertisement.

Gabriel wants to forget last year's controversy and move on

Gabriel wants to forget last year's controversy and move on

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Shannon Gabriel had copped a four-match ban for throwing 'personal abuse' at Joe Root in February 2019 during the St Lucia Test match, though his comments were never made public.

The most controversial shows on TV

The most controversial shows on TV

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

Here's a look at the shows that made headlines.

Adipurush Will Release On...

Adipurush Will Release On...

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Adipurush, based on the Ramayana, stars Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles of Ram, Sita, Laxman and Ravan respectively.

Djokovic sails into French Open third round

Djokovic sails into French Open third round

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Djokovic raced into a 3-0 lead before his opponent found his rhythm to set up three break points at 4-2.

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'Given that they are playing at home and will have full crowd support, India, who are in peak form and whose morale is high, will be the favourites.'

'I have crazy dreams': Salman Rushdie on knife attack

'I have crazy dreams': Salman Rushdie on knife attack

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Rushdie said he was in "two minds" about whether to face his alleged attacker, who has pleaded not guilty, in court.

'If my mother knew of my arrest, she would have died of shock'

'If my mother knew of my arrest, she would have died of shock'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'After exiting jail, I thought some of my IIM-A classmates would contact me. None did.' 'The case indeed scared people, which perhaps was the objective of the State.'

SEE: Yo Yo Honey Singh Sings Gatividhi

SEE: Yo Yo Honey Singh Sings Gatividhi

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

'I can't believe that I was out of the scene for seven long years.'

'It's called that bit of dressing room pressure'

'It's called that bit of dressing room pressure'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

McGrath, who is known to make predictions ahead of the Ashes series, said it's going to be a great contest between Australia and England.

Pakistan captain Babar's personal video, chats leaked: report

Pakistan captain Babar's personal video, chats leaked: report

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Pakistan captain Babar Azam found himself in a new controversy after an Instagram user alleged that the cricketer behaved inappropriately with her.

'We will settle scores with each and every person'

'We will settle scores with each and every person'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'This government will be toppled in 2024.'

Match-winner Shami has no complaints over inconsistent game time

Match-winner Shami has no complaints over inconsistent game time

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

'When I was playing regularly, there must have been someone who had to sit out, and I wasn't guilty. So you can't feel low if you are sitting out because the team is winning.'

Will Renaming India Change Our Lives?

Will Renaming India Change Our Lives?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Debates on changing the name of India to Bharat continue to spark a crisis of identity without answering moot questions that stare us in the face. Ramesh Menon asks a few of those questions that do not have easy answers.

EC 'censures' Sakshi Maharaj for controversial remarks

EC 'censures' Sakshi Maharaj for controversial remarks

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Standing by his remarks, Sakshi Maharaj had told the Commission that the statement was not made in a public or an election meeting but at a saints' conclave and hence could not be considered violative of the model code.

What Will 2023 Hold For Markets?

What Will 2023 Hold For Markets?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

It's the first time in my memory that I have seen a negative expected return for equities, notes Akash Prakash. Hopefully, this implies the consensus is being too negative, and markets, as usual, will surprise everyone and deliver the least likely outcome.

Note ban, Rijiju controversy stall Parliament

Note ban, Rijiju controversy stall Parliament

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

Rare unanimity was witnessed as the members passed the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Bill, 2014.

Champions League PIX: Rashford sent off in shocking defeat; Real advances to last 16

Champions League PIX: Rashford sent off in shocking defeat; Real advances to last 16

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Roundup of the Champions League matches played on Wednesday night

After MP, 'The Kerala Story' to be made tax-free in UP

After MP, 'The Kerala Story' to be made tax-free in UP

Rediff.com9 May 2023

The film, which was released on May 5, has kicked up a political storm.

There is only one victim in this case, and it is Israel

There is only one victim in this case, and it is Israel

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

There is only one perpetrator, Hamas. It is a terrorist organisation. It is obscene to argue that until the Palestinian question is solved, anybody has the right to use terrorism as an instrument of policy, argues Shekhar Gupta.

Smith cops stick over DRS controversy

Smith cops stick over DRS controversy

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Calls grow for action against Aus captain, Gavaskar, Laxman urge match referee's intervention

'Should marriages come with a renewable license?'

'Should marriages come with a renewable license?'

Rediff.com26 May 2022

These are some of the controversial but interesting questions the late Alyque Padamsee has raised in his last book, Let Me Hijack Your Mind.

Culture minister 'skirts' new controversy!

Culture minister 'skirts' new controversy!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

He, obviously, later said that his remarks had been interpreted out of context.

Kangana Ranaut: Controversy's Child

Kangana Ranaut: Controversy's Child

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Kangana Ranaut, the fiery movie star, continues to be in the news for all the wrong reasons.

Bigg Boss OTT 2: 'The kiss was my major highlight'

Bigg Boss OTT 2: 'The kiss was my major highlight'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'I had to just hold my lips for 30 seconds. But Jad got carried away.'

Nick Kyrgios 'courts' another controversy

Nick Kyrgios 'courts' another controversy

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Australia's Nick Kyrgios courted more controversy with an off-colour remark to his opponent Stanislas Wawrinka during the second round at the Rogers Cup.

Bidhuri ducks query on LS rant; more BJP MPs seek probe into Danish Ali

Bidhuri ducks query on LS rant; more BJP MPs seek probe into Danish Ali

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The opposition parties, which have demanded the strictest action including suspension of Bidhuri for his "vile and communal" remarks during a discussion on the success of Chandrayaan-3 in Lok Sabha on Thursday, hit out at the BJP, alleging that it was trying to defend its MP instead of punishing him.

Can't compromise on Savarkar, Hindutva issues: Sanjay Raut

Can't compromise on Savarkar, Hindutva issues: Sanjay Raut

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

He, however, also said that his party was in an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party for long despite their differences, and it worked smoothly.