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'What Does Gill Contribute To The Team?'

'What Does Gill Contribute To The Team?'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'He has not lived up to expectations.' 'If this was Shubman Gill from Tamil Nadu, he would have been dropped.'

Murthy, Subrahmanyan Aren't Wrong About Long Hours

Murthy, Subrahmanyan Aren't Wrong About Long Hours

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Leaders who built and manage these incredible global companies cannot be tyrants, slave-drivers, or idiots. Essentially what they are saying falls under the definition of rallying the troops, inspirational talk, like the usual coach-speak with the team before a match, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

PIX: Rachin stars as NZ down Bangladesh, Pakistan knocked out

PIX: Rachin stars as NZ down Bangladesh, Pakistan knocked out

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the ICC Champions Trophy match played between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Rawalpindi on Monday.

PICS: India thrash sorry Pakistan, put one foot in semis

PICS: India thrash sorry Pakistan, put one foot in semis

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli anchored a tricky chase with an unbeaten 100.

Spectrum auction postponed to June 25

Spectrum auction postponed to June 25

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

The Department of Telecom (DoT) on Tuesday postponed the spectrum auction by 19 days to June 25, as per information available on its website. According to amendments made in the notice inviting applications for bids on Tuesday, the new date for "start of the live auction" has been changed to June 25 from June 6. The government will auction eight spectrum bands for mobile phone services at a base price of about Rs 96,317 crore.

These Bolly Gals Love A Little Rang Fun

These Bolly Gals Love A Little Rang Fun

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Don't let your black and white style go flat. Add that pop of colour.

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

PIX: Rain forces early stumps after Bangladesh fight back

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur, on Friday.

Handling fame: Gukesh prepares for increased scrutiny

Handling fame: Gukesh prepares for increased scrutiny

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Gukesh will have to carry with him the tag of world champion and along with it loads of expectations and increased scrutiny. But the 19-year-old is prepared to stand in the limelight.

Fatima Will Make Your Heart Go Dhak Dhak

Fatima Will Make Your Heart Go Dhak Dhak

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

She has been owning our hearts with her impressive personality and charm.

DoT demand may delay Voda-Idea merger

DoT demand may delay Voda-Idea merger

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The two companies were earlier expecting to complete the merger formalities and regulatory approvals by June 30 and to start operating as one entity from July 1.

Missiles Fired At 17,000 Feet In Sikkim

Missiles Fired At 17,000 Feet In Sikkim

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The Trishakti Corps Infantry and Mechanised Infantry Battalion conducted a training exercise for its Anti Tank Guided Missile at a super-high altitude of 17,000 feet in Sikkim on Thursday, April 11, 2024.

20 dot balls in 4 overs! Chahar creates IPL record

20 dot balls in 4 overs! Chahar creates IPL record

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

The CSK pace bowler created the record against Kolkata Knight Riders as he bowled 20 dot balls in his four-over spell.

Why Elon Musk is 'thankful' to Jyotiraditya Scindia

Why Elon Musk is 'thankful' to Jyotiraditya Scindia

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Tech billionaire Elon Musk thanked Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia for not agreeing with Indian tycoons Mukesh Ambani and Sunil Bharti Mittal on auctioning spectrum for satellite services, saying he is looking forward to serving Indians. Reacting to Scindia's statement that satellite spectrum will not be auctioned, Musk, in a post on X, said, "much appreciated! We will do our best to serve the people of India with Starlink".

DoT gives telcos breathing space on AGR non-payment

DoT gives telcos breathing space on AGR non-payment

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have communicated to the telecom department that they will not pay AGR dues of Rs 88,624 crore, the deadline for which ended on Thursday, and will wait for the outcome of modification petition listed for hearing before the Supreme Court next week, according to official sources. Reliance Jio on Thursday paid Rs 195 crore to the telecom department to clear all adjusted gross revenue dues accounted till January 31, 2020, according to an official source.

Have You Ever Been To Bodoland?

Have You Ever Been To Bodoland?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Bodoland Territorial Region in Assam is slowly picking up the pieces and finally finding peace after being subjected to decades of insurgencies and violence.

Ashwin Trolls Rizwan!

Ashwin Trolls Rizwan!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Rizwan's poor strike rate and struggle in the middle was panned by Pakistan and Indian cricket fans alike, with Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin also chiming in.

India T20 series boosts SA players' IPL hopes

India T20 series boosts SA players' IPL hopes

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The T20I series against India comes at an opportune time for South Africa's cricketers as it provides an additional stage to highlight their skills before the IPL mega auctio

Debutant Mayank heeds Gambhir's advice

Debutant Mayank heeds Gambhir's advice

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'The time during my injury was really difficult because I had to go through many phases in the last four months, witnessing ups and downs.'

Women's T20 WC: New Zealand beat Pak; knock out India

Women's T20 WC: New Zealand beat Pak; knock out India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

In a thrilling finish, New Zealand secured a decisive victory over Pakistan in Dubai on Monday, ensuring their place in the T20 World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2016.

India whip South Africa, retain women's U-19 T20 World Cup crown

India whip South Africa, retain women's U-19 T20 World Cup crown

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Chasing a paltry target of 83, India completed the job with 52 balls to spare, reaching 84 for 1 in 11.2 overs.

Mesmerising Mukti!

Mesmerising Mukti!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

She rarely has an unglamorous moment.

Maha Kumbh set for auspicious start on 'Paush Purnima' on Monday

Maha Kumbh set for auspicious start on 'Paush Purnima' on Monday

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025, billed as the world's largest gathering of humans, began on Monday with the first major bathing ritual or 'Shahi Snan' at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj, India. This edition of the Kumbh is being held after 12 years, with the Uttar Pradesh government expecting over 35 crore devotees to visit. The event is being touted as a 'Digi-Kumbh' with Artificial Intelligence (AI) being used for various aspects, including security and cleanliness. The Maha Kumbh will be held from January 13 to February 26, and is expected to transform the area into the world's largest temporary city. Thirteen Akharas of seers from different sects are participating in the event, attracting attention from those seeking to learn about Indian spiritual beliefs.

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Think Before You Make A Complaint!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

National Commission concluded that false and baseless allegations had been made in the complaint to claim a highly exaggerated and atrocious amount of compensation.

Outstanding dues: Jio pays about Rs 10,700 cr to DoT

Outstanding dues: Jio pays about Rs 10,700 cr to DoT

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

Reliance Jio has paid about Rs 10,700 crore to the telecom department towards outstanding amount for spectrum acquired in 2016 auction, sources said. The payment was made by Jio last week, sources added. With this, the company has made full payment with regard to spectrum bought in 2016 auction, and the outstandings now pertain to 2014, 2015 and 2021 auction.

National Hero Neeraj Chopra Returns to India

National Hero Neeraj Chopra Returns to India

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Friday met Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya here after winding up an eventful season that was dotted with an Olympic silver medal and a second-place finish in the Diamond League grand finale.

Greaves maiden ton puts Windies in command against Bangladesh

Greaves maiden ton puts Windies in command against Bangladesh

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

A maiden century by Justin Greaves in only his third Test enabled the West Indies take command of the first Test against Bangladesh before declaring on 450 for 9 on the second day at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, on Saturday.

Wade-Umpire Menon get into a heated exchange

Wade-Umpire Menon get into a heated exchange

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Wade's compatriot Adam Zampa felt that the left-handed batter backed away and played the shot as he believed it would be considered the same as letting the ball hit his leg.

Baba Siddique's shooters practiced firing in Raigad: Police

Baba Siddique's shooters practiced firing in Raigad: Police

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The three gunmen involved in the killing of Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Siddique in Mumbai practiced firing near a waterfall in adjoining Raigad district before executing the murder, police officials said on Tuesday citing their investigation.

What went wrong for India women in first SA T20...

What went wrong for India women in first SA T20...

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Dropped catches and batters' lack of intent in the middle overs cost India dear, remarked skipper Harmanpreet Kaur as South Africa secured their first win on their multi-format tour with a 12-run victory in the first women's T20I in Chennai on Friday.

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir finds himself caught between a rock and hard place.

Champions Trophy: Pick Karun Nair!

Champions Trophy: Pick Karun Nair!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

The Vidarbha batter boasts an incredible average of 752 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, with five centuries from seven games.

Bumrah is a genius: Rohit

Bumrah is a genius: Rohit

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Jasprit Bumrah was magnificent in India's six-run victory over Pakistan with figures of 3/14.

Airtel prepays Rs 15,519 cr to DoT

Airtel prepays Rs 15,519 cr to DoT

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Telecom operator Bharti Airtel on Friday said it has paid Rs 15,519 crore to the government towards prepayment of its entire deferred liability pertaining to spectrum acquired in the 2014 auction. The company had acquired 128.4 MHz spectrum (including Telenor spectrum) for a consideration of Rs 19,051 crore in the 2014 auction, Airtel said in a statement. The company estimates that the prepayment to Department of Telecom (DoT) will likely result in interest cost savings of at least Rs 3,400 crore over the residual life for fully substituted capital.

How Government Is Making Use Of AI

How Government Is Making Use Of AI

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The National Informatics Centre uses AI to automate document analysis and detect fraud in government departments.

'No Intention Of A Takeover in British Telecom'

'No Intention Of A Takeover in British Telecom'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

'We operate in 16 countries already, and therefore adding the UK to it, and beginning a chapter in the European continent is the next step.'

Commercial 5G services will be rolled out in 13 cities in 2022: DoT

Commercial 5G services will be rolled out in 13 cities in 2022: DoT

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Commercial 5G services will be rolled out in 13 cities in India, including the metropolises, in 2022, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) said in a statement on Monday. These cities are Delhi, Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Jamnagar. "These metros and big cities would be the first places for the launch of 5G services in the country next year," the DoT said.

Tech, startup groups push back against OTT licensing

Tech, startup groups push back against OTT licensing

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Tech and startup industry bodies have again pushed back against calls by telecom operators to bring over-the-top (OTT) services under a licensing regime similar to telcos, and open them up to taxation. Ahead of public consultations on the issue later this week, the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), Nasscom and the US India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), among others, have written to the government arguing against such efforts.

Telcos, DoT discuss part paying AGR ahead of SC ruling

Telcos, DoT discuss part paying AGR ahead of SC ruling

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

The companies have offered to pay upfront the principal amount due for licence fees and spectrum usage charges (SUCs) on the basis of adjusted gross revenue (AGR). This amount will not include the interest, the penalty, and the interest on the penalty.

Alia's Stunning Debut At The Paris Fashion Week

Alia's Stunning Debut At The Paris Fashion Week

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Alia wore a stunning off-the-shoulder black jumpsuit with a metallic silver bustier that perfectly accentuated her figure. The combination of glossy black and shimmering silver was visually striking.

Sunny skies await Indian aviation?

Sunny skies await Indian aviation?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

The trails of mega-mergers, tailwinds of expanding fleets, flights and airports will dot the fast-growing Indian aviation firmament in 2025, though the dark clouds of supply chain woes will persist longer. Also, new airline takeoffs, the future trajectory of revised norms to tackle pilot fatigue and efforts to reduce carbon emissions will be on the radar.