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EPL: Liverpool go clear at top, Arsenal held

EPL: Liverpool go clear at top, Arsenal held

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Roberto Firmino's 90th-minute header sent Liverpool back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, whose 11-match unbeaten run came to an end on Wednesday.

'Poor people are suffering the most'

'Poor people are suffering the most'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Demonetisaton has left many daily wage earners scrambling for a living.

Delhi's Red Line, Violet Line, Green Line resume services

Delhi's Red Line, Violet Line, Green Line resume services

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

"Seven lines of the Delhi Metro network are now open! Thank you dear commuters for following the safety guidelines and helping us maintain good service. #MetroBackOnTrack," the DMRC tweeted after the three new lines resumed services.

Customary 'Halwa ceremony' kickstarts Budget proceedings

Customary 'Halwa ceremony' kickstarts Budget proceedings

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

As part of the ritual, ''halwa'' is prepared in a big ''kadhai'' (large frying pot) and served to the entire staff involved in the Budget making exercise of the ministry. Halwa was served while maintaining COVID protocol with all present in mask and those distributing sweets were wearing gloves.

HARASS Tax-Payers with Notices is New I-T Game

HARASS Tax-Payers with Notices is New I-T Game

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

In a most perverse example of tax bullying, someone I know has got by three such notices reopening his assessment minutes before the midnight deadline of June 30, reveals Debashis Basu.

Night clubs ban entry of single women: Do you agree?

Night clubs ban entry of single women: Do you agree?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Do you think restricting single women from entering pubs and malls will help bring down crime?

Ramdev's condition improves, other patients suffer

Ramdev's condition improves, other patients suffer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2011

Relatives of patients undergoing treatment at the hospital where yoga guru Ramdev is admitted have complained of inconvenience and rude behaviour by authorities. They claimed that hospital authorities are not allowing them to meet their near and dear ones admitted to the Himalayan Hospital.

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'So South Indian, it would be idli with... a really good sambar, and then north Indian -- probably any kind of tikka.' Hmm. You can take a girl out her mom's country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!'

After years of neglect, Tirupur starts to weave a fortune

After years of neglect, Tirupur starts to weave a fortune

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

With China and Bangladesh losing their edge, textile exports from Tirupur are rising once again, turning the city into a job magnet.

How EPFO proposals will impact you

How EPFO proposals will impact you

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

The deduction will be higher and net take-home pay will fall.

Staring at an abyss

Staring at an abyss

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Do India's laws governing the Internet need revolutionary change, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

How to protect yourself from viral monsoon infections

How to protect yourself from viral monsoon infections

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

Ensure you consume water from a clean source and that your home is well-ventilated at all times, suggests Dr Gowri Kulkarni.

Separating from In-laws? 10 Tips for You

Separating from In-laws? 10 Tips for You

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Being polite and respectful is the best choice you can make to avoid any embarrassment or bitterness, advises wellness coach Pooja Khera.

Soccer PIX: Real win again; Milan draw with Sassuolo

Soccer PIX: Real win again; Milan draw with Sassuolo

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Images from the football matches played across Europe on Wednesday.

Mehbooba appeals for peace in video message to Kashmiris

Mehbooba appeals for peace in video message to Kashmiris

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

She promised to work out a mechanism to ensure a secure and dignified living for the kith and kin of the victims of violence.

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

Rediff.com7 May 2019

We'd asked you, dear readers to tell us what is the one life lesson you would want to share.

Lost Your Job? 10 Things You Must Do

Lost Your Job? 10 Things You Must Do

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

Starting afresh in a new domain or with a new employer or opting for entrepreneurship can be the brighter side of job loss.

'Lady luck' fails to smile on India vice-captain Virat Kohli

'Lady luck' fails to smile on India vice-captain Virat Kohli

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Bollywood actress and Virat Kohli's girlfriend Anushka Sharma was spotted at the Sydney Cricket Ground to support her beau in the World Cup semi-final between India and Australia on Thursday.

PIX: United put one foot in Europa semis; Arsenal held

PIX: United put one foot in Europa semis; Arsenal held

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

IMAGES from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Kerala's Xmas recipe: Coconut Ice Squares

Kerala's Xmas recipe: Coconut Ice Squares

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Anita Aikara shares her mother's special recipe.

'Is Constitution a mere administrative manual?'

'Is Constitution a mere administrative manual?'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Eight eminent personalities have appealed to people to "introspect and audit" the working of the Constitution.

'I get angry very fast'

'I get angry very fast'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

Alia Bhatt spills the beans.

UPSC exam language war: Share your views!

UPSC exam language war: Share your views!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

What is it that you like or don't like about the new UPSC exam format? Share your views with us!

What is the RBI governor up to?

What is the RBI governor up to?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

What is killing the risk appetite of the bond buyers is the inconsistency in the central bank's approach. It needs to allow the yield to find its own level, gradually. To ensure that, the RBI may adopt a similar approach with which it handles a slipping rupee, asserts Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Coronavirus: 'As a healthcare worker I feel the continuous gratitude of people'

Coronavirus: 'As a healthcare worker I feel the continuous gratitude of people'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'This outbreak has really brought out the best in many people.'

'I'm caught between Maulana Modi and Maulana Mulayam'

'I'm caught between Maulana Modi and Maulana Mulayam'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Asaduddin Owaisi opens up to T S Sudhir on his party's plans for the elections in Uttar Pradesh next year and why he thinks both the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Samajwadi Party have vitiated the secular atmosphere in the state.

Did this dropped catch cost RCB the Eliminator?

Did this dropped catch cost RCB the Eliminator?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli rued the dropped catch of SunRisers Hyderabad batsman Kane Williamson at the fag end of the Indian Premier League Eliminator, in Abu Dhabi on Friday, saying the match could have gone in his side's way had the "difficult" chance been taken.

Reliance Global Call offers up to 40% discount

Reliance Global Call offers up to 40% discount

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Reliance Global Call has launched its latest call plan 'Unlimited Calling Pack' for this Christmas and New Year season offering up to 40 per cent discount on uninterrupted calling to landlines and mobiles in India.

What's it like to be in disconnected Kashmir

What's it like to be in disconnected Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

An eerie silence prevails with concertina wire barricades laid on deserted streets and police and armed forces personnel allowing civilians to move only after thorough checking.

Life@Hostel: 'Girls would gossip and tease each other'

Life@Hostel: 'Girls would gossip and tease each other'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

Rediff reader Suryakumari Upadhyayula, 48 from Boston, USA shares her experience.

Why is Kejriwal tweeting so much about Modi?

Why is Kejriwal tweeting so much about Modi?

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Twitter is a great medium for political leaders to communicate with their supporters and engage with their opponents. Provided the tweets are coherent and sensible. So why is the Delhi chief minister tweeting illogical stuff about the PM, asks Sudhir Bisht.

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The high court said he has a choice to make and asked him to delete his FB account as the policy to ban the use of social networking platforms for army personnel was taken keeping in view the security of the nation.

Manufacturing cos look to kickstart ops post-lockdown

Manufacturing cos look to kickstart ops post-lockdown

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

According to sources, government officials have asked industry bodies and manufacturers to submit key concerns and requirements to begin manufacturing activity.

Nargis Fakhri shoots in Utah

Nargis Fakhri shoots in Utah

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'No star could bully Hrishida'

'No star could bully Hrishida'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

'I joined Hrishida when I was 17.' 'He left me with a lifetime of memories.'

'Second Wave is Not Over'

'Second Wave is Not Over'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

'We keep worrying about this variant or that variant. Forget about that.' 'Every variant can be stopped with a mask.' 'We don't want to do the simple thing of wearing a mask, but we worry ourselves to death about different variants.'

PIX: Barcelona suffer title blow; Sporting win Portuguese title

PIX: Barcelona suffer title blow; Sporting win Portuguese title

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Barcelona twice threw away the lead to draw 3-3 at Levante on Tuesday in a potentially fatal blow to their chances of winning the La Liga title.

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Kaavan, the world's loneliest elephant, will finally get a chance to live in a place he can call home.

'There were days of absolute despair'

'There were days of absolute despair'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

'You realised there was a struggle outside and now your struggle is to survive, live in prison, to retain your feelings, your humanity, and collectively continue doing inside what you were doing outside.'

US Democrats to step up bid to impeach Trump

US Democrats to step up bid to impeach Trump

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

The move to impeach Trump gained momentum on Sunday with the House Democrats announcing to introduce the article of impeachment against the outgoing Republican president on Monday.