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Vijay Hazare Trophy: Pujara's fifty in vain as Mumbai edge out Saurashtra

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Pujara's fifty in vain as Mumbai edge out Saurashtra

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

A day after their Test careers met with a dead end, veteran batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane on Friday soldiered on for Saurashtra and Mumbai respectively with contrasting results in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru.

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

Ayodhya set for Ram Lalla's Surya tilak on first Ram Navami post-consecration

Ayodhya set for Ram Lalla's Surya tilak on first Ram Navami post-consecration

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

This would be the first Ram Navami since the consecration of the Ram idol at the new temple, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22. The system was tested by the scientists on Tuesday.

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'There is uncertainty regarding job opportunities for our children after they serve for just four years under the Agnipath scheme.'

No Gandhis in Amethi fray for first time in 25 years

No Gandhis in Amethi fray for first time in 25 years

Rediff.com3 May 2024

The last time a non-Gandhi was in the fray from the constituency was in 1998, when Satish Sharma, a close aide of Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi, contested the polls but lost to the BJP's Sanjaya Sinh.

'It Is Very Rare For A Sequel To Be Loved This Way'

'It Is Very Rare For A Sequel To Be Loved This Way'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Nobody likes preachy stories. When you lace it with humour, it works.'

HC allows termination of 16-yr-old sexual assault victim's pregnancy

HC allows termination of 16-yr-old sexual assault victim's pregnancy

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

The Delhi high court has allowed a 16-year-old girl, an alleged sexual assault victim, to undergo termination of nearly 24-week pregnancy after her father, who earlier consented to the minor's abortion, did not come forward to sign the consent form.

HC grants bail to journalist Siddique Kappan, paves way for release

HC grants bail to journalist Siddique Kappan, paves way for release

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Kappan, currently lodged in the Lucknow district jail, was arrested two years back while he was on his way to Hathras in Uttar Pradesh, where a Dalit woman had died after allegedly being raped.

D K Mittal front runner for post of commerce secretary

D K Mittal front runner for post of commerce secretary

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Even as the government today gave Saurabh Chandra, secretary, department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), the additional charge of secretary, Department of Commerce, Dinesh Kumar Mittal has emerged as the front runner for the post.

Navy appoints 1st woman commanding officer in naval ship

Navy appoints 1st woman commanding officer in naval ship

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

The Indian Navy has appointed the first woman commanding officer in a naval ship in sync with its philosophy of 'all roles-all ranks' for female personnel, Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar said on Friday.

Three Indians in King's Cup finals

Three Indians in King's Cup finals

Rediff.com9 Apr 2007

Narjit Singh, Vijender and Jitender Kumar made it to the title round in the 29th edition of the tournament in Bangkok.

SRH Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best Spell? Vote!

SRH Vs RCB: Who Bowled Best Spell? Vote!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The spin duo of Karn Sharma and Swapnil Singh helped RCB snap their run of six losses in a row.

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Images from the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday.

Hema Malini@75, Through The Years

Hema Malini@75, Through The Years

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

The ethereal Hema Malini turns 75 on October 16, and gives us yet another reason to celebrate her.

Team India at Beijing

Team India at Beijing

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

List of the athletes who will represent India at the 29th Olympic Games.

RCB, GT face off in must win clash

RCB, GT face off in must win clash

Rediff.com3 May 2024

From a maths perspective, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans can still reach the IPL playoffs, but they need to ward off inner gremlins on Saturday to notch a mandatory win to keep that dream flickering.

CWG 2022: How India fared on Saturday, August 6

CWG 2022: How India fared on Saturday, August 6

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

Indian athletes' performance on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games.

Excise policy: HC relief for Sisodia, permits to meet ailing wife at home

Excise policy: HC relief for Sisodia, permits to meet ailing wife at home

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The high court made it clear that Sisodia shall not interact with media or any other person except his family members, and also not access phone or internet.

'Cops planted Vijender's car outside drug peddler's flat'

'Cops planted Vijender's car outside drug peddler's flat'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

The drug scandal implicating Vijender Singh took a new twist on Tuesday with fellow-boxer and Asian Games silver medallist Dinesh Kumar claiming that the Punjab police planted the star pugilist's car outside the flat from where heroin worth Rs 130 crore was recovered last month.

Firecrackers caused TN Express fire: Inquiry report

Firecrackers caused TN Express fire: Inquiry report

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Crackers carried by passengers led to the fire in the Tamil Nadu Express that claimed 32 lives in July, according to an inquiry by Commissioner Railway Safety which absolved the railway staff.

'He may influence witnesses': HC denies bail to Sisodia

'He may influence witnesses': HC denies bail to Sisodia

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The CBI had arrested Sisodia for alleged corruption in the formulation and implementation of the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 following several rounds of questioning.

World Cup: Akhil, Jitender, Lakra win bronze

World Cup: Akhil, Jitender, Lakra win bronze

Rediff.com13 Dec 2008

Akhil Kumar (54kg) fought hard but fell short of luck, losing on count-back to Olympic silver medallist Yankiel Leon Alarcon in the semifinals to settle for a bronze medal -- along with Jitender Kumar (51kg) and A L Lakra (57kg) -- at the AIBA Boxing World Cup in Moscow on Saturday.

Boxing WC: Jitender, Lakra advance

Boxing WC: Jitender, Lakra advance

Rediff.com11 Dec 2008

Jitender Kumar (51kg) pummelled Welshman Jo Gage 18-6 while AL Lakra (57kg) got a walkover to the semi-finals, assuring India of an unprecedented four medals at the AIBA boxing World Cup in Moscow on Thursday.

Rural banking gets a big boost

Rural banking gets a big boost

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Keeping in mind the large scale exploitation of the common man across rural India, the Union government has come out with a novel rural banking plan to take all banking services to the doorstep of villagers.

Allahabad HC grants bail to journalist Prashant Kanojia

Allahabad HC grants bail to journalist Prashant Kanojia

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Kanojia was arrested for allegedly sharing an objectionable social media post on Ram Temple.

Suranjoy wins Asian boxing gold

Suranjoy wins Asian boxing gold

Rediff.com13 Jun 2009

Suranjoy Singh gave India its first Asian Boxing Championship gold in 15 years while Thokchom Nanao Singh and Jai Bhagwan settled for silver medals as the country's boxers rounded off a 27-year-best performance in the elite event in Zhuhai, China, on Saturday. India ended their campaign with a gold, two silver and four bronze medals, which went to Jitender Kumar (54kg), Vijender Singh (75kg), Dinesh Kumar (81kg) and Paramjit Samota (+91kg).

SP removed, SHO suspended over suicide of doctor in Rajasthan

SP removed, SHO suspended over suicide of doctor in Rajasthan

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Dr Archana Sharma committed suicide on Tuesday due to alleged harassment after police filed an FIR against her under Section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code.

D K Mehrotra appointed LIC's interim chairman

D K Mehrotra appointed LIC's interim chairman

Rediff.com27 May 2011

The uncertainty over LIC's top job arose when former chairman TS Vijayan was denied an extension after his term came to an end on May 2.

Bagmati river: From holy river to flowing filth

Bagmati river: From holy river to flowing filth

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

In this two-part series, Dinesh Kumar Mishra highlights the challenges faced by the much abused Bangmati River in Bihar because of solid waste, industrial effluents, encroachment and rampant construction along the river's banks.

'Definite improvement in economic activity in October'

'Definite improvement in economic activity in October'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

'I hope the trend is sustainable and that economic activity accelerates going forward.'

Bollywood's Most Successful Horror Movies

Bollywood's Most Successful Horror Movies

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Joginder Tuteja looks at how successful the genre has been in recent times.

Vijay Hazare: J&K shock Delhi; Karthik steers TN to win

Vijay Hazare: J&K shock Delhi; Karthik steers TN to win

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Dinesh Karthik hit a quickfire half-century as Tamil Nadu overcame a jittery start to down Baroda by 38 runs.

Movies Coming Up In 2024

Movies Coming Up In 2024

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

In a multi-part series, Joginder Tuteja keeps you informed about the theatrical releases coming up in 2024.

Samota, Amandeep in Asian boxing semis

Samota, Amandeep in Asian boxing semis

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Commonwealth champion Paramjeet Samota (91kg) and CWG bronze medallist Amandeep Singh (49kg) advanced to the semi-finals of the 2011 ASBC Asian Confederation Boxing Championships in Incheon, South Korea, on Monday. But there was disappointment for the Indian camp, as three other boxers lost in the quarter-finals of the tournament.

DK unveils India's secret weapons for Asia Cup success

DK unveils India's secret weapons for Asia Cup success

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

4th medium pacer and backup batter among areas India must prioritise before World Cup, says Dinesh Karthik

'Short-staffed' Lokpal in search of consultant

'Short-staffed' Lokpal in search of consultant

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Applications have been invited from eligible retired officials (deputy secretary level/deputy registrar level) for filling up of the post of a consultant in the office of Lokpal, the official said.

Guna: 13 dead as bus sans clearance catches fire after mishap

Guna: 13 dead as bus sans clearance catches fire after mishap

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The private bus collided head-on with the dumper on Guna-Aaron road, the official said, adding that the injured were rushed to the Guna district hospital for treatment.

Hazare Trophy: Hooda, Chahar headline Rajasthan's five-wicket win over Gujarat

Hazare Trophy: Hooda, Chahar headline Rajasthan's five-wicket win over Gujarat

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

A summary of the Vijay Hazare Trophy matches played on Saturday.

Indian boxers' preparations hit by visa delay

Indian boxers' preparations hit by visa delay

Rediff.com4 Sep 2011

The Indian men's boxing team's preparations for the 2012 Olympic Games seems to have taken a slight knock after visa delays looks certain to force them to cancel their trip to France for a training-cum-preparation camp.

Qutub row: Court dismisses intervention plea, says application without merits

Qutub row: Court dismisses intervention plea, says application without merits

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The plea said as the applicant was the "rightful and legal owner" of the property regarding which the original suit was filed, he was a "necessary party" in the appeal.