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Reception in India was phenomenal, says Tiger Woods

Reception in India was phenomenal, says Tiger Woods

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

Tiger Woods said the response to his maiden trip to India was nothing short of phenomenal.

DDCA to sue Kejriwal, Kirti Azad and AAP leaders for defamation

DDCA to sue Kejriwal, Kirti Azad and AAP leaders for defamation

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

The DDCA decided to file a defamation case against Delhi CM Kejriwal and suspended BJP MP Kirti Azad for making "wild and baseless" allegations of corruption against the body.

Now, Cobrapost stings realtors

Now, Cobrapost stings realtors

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

The company releases documentary showing top executives of dozens of realty firms offering to launder black money.

Football Briefs: Former Portugal boss Bento named new Korea coach

Football Briefs: Former Portugal boss Bento named new Korea coach

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

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

Mamata govt announces inquiry panel to probe Pegasus scandal

Mamata govt announces inquiry panel to probe Pegasus scandal

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

The two-member commission will be headed by former Calcutta high court Chief Justice Jyotirmay Bhattacharya. Former Supreme Court judge Madan Bhimrao Lokur is its other member.

Man throws black ink at Ramdev, roughed up

Man throws black ink at Ramdev, roughed up

Rediff.com14 Jan 2012

Yoga guru Ramdev was on Saturday the target of an attack by a man who threw black ink on his face at a press conference he was addressing on his plans to campaign against black money in the coming assembly elections.

Bandh in Andhra Pradesh over special status demand

Bandh in Andhra Pradesh over special status demand

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

In addition to CPI workers, activists of Congress, YSR Congress and other Opposition parties, who extended support to the bandh, held rallies and other forms of protest at different places in the state.

Indian Soccer: FC Goa brush aside Jamshedpur; Sudeva win

Indian Soccer: FC Goa brush aside Jamshedpur; Sudeva win

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

A brace from Jorge Ortiz helped FC Goa script a 3-0 win over Jamshedpur FC in an Indian Super League match at the Fatorda Stadium, in Margao, on Thursday.

Atwal aims for first Indian Open title since 1999

Atwal aims for first Indian Open title since 1999

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Short of practice but rejuvenated after a break, India's first PGA Tour title winning golfer Arjun Atwal on Tuesday said he is aiming to round off his consistent year by lifting the Hero Honda Indian Open for the first time in 11 years, this week.

'Ouch' Awards: Rahul, Kejriwal, Katju among winners

'Ouch' Awards: Rahul, Kejriwal, Katju among winners

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Seen as a prelude to the more serious RedInk Awards -- which celebrate the finest in Indian journalism -- the high-profile winners of the 'Ouch' awards included Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

After 105 days, Chidambaram walks out of Tihar

After 105 days, Chidambaram walks out of Tihar

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

"The fact is that after 106 days of pre-trial incarceration there is not a single charge framed against me as I speak now," said Chidambaram, who is expected to attend the Rajya Sabha proceedings on Thursday.

Capital chaos: Is this Kejriwal's victory? No, says Congress

Capital chaos: Is this Kejriwal's victory? No, says Congress

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal calling off the dharna being enacted outside the Rail Bhawan in a partial compromise with the Union government is being seen as a face-loss for him by many. Renu Mittal explains

'It's time for my mother and every detainee to come home'

'It's time for my mother and every detainee to come home'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'It is an uncomfortable situation for a woman.' 'She has been on her own, separated from family.' 'That is the point of isolating her -- breaking her to a point where she bends to their will.'

'They chose Ram carefully'

'They chose Ram carefully'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

'...by combining religious and political missions -- to destroy the Babri Masjid and establish Ram Rajya.' 'Hindutva was successful in creating synergy with the aspirations of devotees,' Dhirendra K Jha, author of Ayodhya: The Dark Night, tells Kanika Datta.

Dump Masood Azhar project. Get real!

Dump Masood Azhar project. Get real!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

'A sense of purpose is lacking in India's diplomacy.' 'This is what happens when foreign policy becomes the stuff for grandstanding before the domestic audience,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why is Pakistan muzzling its terrorists?

Why is Pakistan muzzling its terrorists?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

'The Pakistani move to ban militant outfits and placate international opinion and Islamabad's openness to a UN security council resolution on Azhar -- instead of beseeching China to cast yet another veto -- enables Islamabad to occupy the high ground,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Withdraw troops from eastern Ladakh: India to China

Withdraw troops from eastern Ladakh: India to China

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

The focus of the deliberations was on finalising modalities for disengagement of troops in eastern Ladakh.

Kejriwal meets LG, stakes claim to form government

Kejriwal meets LG, stakes claim to form government

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

After securing a landslide victory and being elected leader of the Aam Aadmi Party legislature party, Arvind Kejriwal met Lt Governor Najeeb Jung on Tuesday evening and staked claim to form the government in Delhi.

Meet Sunil Valson - The only player not to get a game in 1983 WC

Meet Sunil Valson - The only player not to get a game in 1983 WC

Rediff.com19 May 2019

Sunil Valson was the only squad member not to play a game in India's historic World Cup triumph in 1983 but a strong sense of belonging is definitely there.

Nepal's 17-year-old spinner makes heart-warming IPL debut

Nepal's 17-year-old spinner makes heart-warming IPL debut

Rediff.com13 May 2018

Sandeep Lamichhane spent 11 matches warming the Delhi Daredevils bench in this season's Indian Premier League and the spin bowler's patience was finally rewarded when the Nepalese teenager made an impressive tournament debut on Saturday.

Jaitley on rising intolerance: 'Engage in debate, not vandalism'

Jaitley on rising intolerance: 'Engage in debate, not vandalism'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Condemning the incidents of intolerance, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that it is against the traditions of our culture. He said publicising the acts of vandalism is also a matter of great concern.

COVID-19 crisis: How India's small businesses will survive

COVID-19 crisis: How India's small businesses will survive

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'Their dharma propels them to pay their workers; otherwise, they know the boys would starve.' 'At the same time they will not allow their business to suffer,' observes Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Shorts: CGF boss to meet IOA officials over CWG boycott threat

Shorts: CGF boss to meet IOA officials over CWG boycott threat

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Jeev, Jyoti finish tied-seventh

Jeev, Jyoti finish tied-seventh

Rediff.com3 Oct 2004

India's top golfers Jeev Milkha Singh and Jyoti Randhawa finished joint seventh at the Acom International in Japan.

Are Sonia and Rahul insecure about Pranab Mukherjee?

Are Sonia and Rahul insecure about Pranab Mukherjee?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

Does Pranab Mukherjee want to be 'PM' by office, not just by initials? The very prospect, with memories of the Narasimha Rao years scarred into their memories, scares the Nehru-Gandhis, says T V R Shenoy.

Politics may not be Rahul's calling, but it's in his blood

Politics may not be Rahul's calling, but it's in his blood

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The Congress scion will step into his mother Sonia Gandhi's shoes as the party president next week.

They won Asiad gold but yet to receive India team blazers

They won Asiad gold but yet to receive India team blazers

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Indian bridge contingent continue to be the victims of the official apathy from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), who are yet to provide them with team blazers.

Internet being restored in Kashmir: Ram Madhav

Internet being restored in Kashmir: Ram Madhav

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Asked if the mainstream politician would be released any time soon, the BJP leader said some leaders have been released.

BCCI CEO Johri's presence makes women uncomfortable: Edulji

BCCI CEO Johri's presence makes women uncomfortable: Edulji

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

Former India captain Diana Edulji, part of the two-member Committee of Administrators (CoA), wants Board of Control for Cricket in India's CEO Rahul Johri sacked over allegations of sexual harassment.

Hopeful of India winning 5-6 medals in Tokyo: Bindra

Hopeful of India winning 5-6 medals in Tokyo: Bindra

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Sanjay Kapoor elected AICF President, Chauhan retains secretary's post.

Congress must look beyond the Gandhis

Congress must look beyond the Gandhis

Rediff.com7 May 2016

'The Congress president gets into samurai mode only when there is a direct attack on her and her family.' 'Is being the president of the oldest and one of the most respected parties in India only about personal reputation and survival?' asks Sudhir Bisht.

'My Muslim-ness did not matter, my professional competence did'

'My Muslim-ness did not matter, my professional competence did'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

At an online book release event, former vice president Hamid Ansari lays to rest the controversies surrounding his tenure.

Why Akshay Kumar's National Award win feels like a joke

Why Akshay Kumar's National Award win feels like a joke

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Sukanya Verma's super filmy week was high on emotions.

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

A panel formed by the Delhi government to look into the case on Tuesday found Max Hospital guilty of not following prescribed medical norms in dealing with newborn infants.

I Am Bihar: 'When you are in the ring you know no fear'

I Am Bihar: 'When you are in the ring you know no fear'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

From the humble boxing ring of Dighwara village comes the amazing story of girl boxers who have started a revolution of sorts in Bihar's rural hinterland.

Twin baby death case: Max hospital's licence cancelled

Twin baby death case: Max hospital's licence cancelled

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

The move came after a three-member inquiry panel of the government submitted its final report to Health Minister Satyendar Jain, who described the incident as 'not acceptable'.

Football Briefs: Ronaldo hits hat-trick; Bayern extend dominance

Football Briefs: Ronaldo hits hat-trick; Bayern extend dominance

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

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

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The Union Health ministry put the number of positive cases at 82, eight more since Thursday night, which includes the woman and a 76-year-old man from Karnataka who became the country's first coronavirus fatality besides 17 foreign nationals, Health Ministry officials said.

Taj Mahal visit on NBA superstar Kevin Durant's bucket list

Taj Mahal visit on NBA superstar Kevin Durant's bucket list

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

NBA superstar Kevin Durant will be visiting India later this year, aiming to support Indian basketball and see the Taj Mahal, which has been on his bucket list.

When Yogendra complained bitterly to Kejriwal

When Yogendra complained bitterly to Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

'Arvind's face fell... He started to say something, but couldn't continue. He broke down and as the tears fell unheeded, he crumpled to the floor.'