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Here's why Umesh feels SG Test balls are not ideal

Here's why Umesh feels SG Test balls are not ideal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Speedster Umesh Yadav, on Friday, joined the growing list of Indian players who feel 'SG Test' ball was not ideal, saying the bowlers are unable to run through lower-order when it gets old.

Mistry, Tata skip dinner with royal couple

Mistry, Tata skip dinner with royal couple

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Sources in the Tata group said they could not attend as they were travelling.

FIRST LOOK: Harry and Meghan's Royal wedding invitations

FIRST LOOK: Harry and Meghan's Royal wedding invitations

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Kensington Palace confirmed that formal invitations have been sent by the Prince of Wales, for the May 19 service at St George's Chapel, Windsor.

Biking: Want to feel like Valentino Rossi?

Biking: Want to feel like Valentino Rossi?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

The KTM RC 200 is a very sharp handling bike, its riding position is sporty and the way it goes through corners can make you feel like Rossi, says Faisal Ali Khan

The PM's mid-air wedding anniversary

The PM's mid-air wedding anniversary

Rediff.com15 Sep 2006

A couple of years ago, Dr Singh had celebrated his birthday on a flight between Frankfurt and New York.

Weight training: A great way to lose weight

Weight training: A great way to lose weight

Rediff.com29 Dec 2004

Only weight training gives you an afterburn effect; i e you burn calories upto 12 hours after the workout.

It is hard to see a player like Rohit sitting out: Rahane

It is hard to see a player like Rohit sitting out: Rahane

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Rohit, who didn't make it to the playing XI in the two-Test series in the West Indies, could be given another opportunity to revive his Test career, with the selectors looking towards him opening the innings.

Engineers: America still No. 1

Engineers: America still No. 1

Rediff.com29 Dec 2005

The Duke University in North Carolina has carried out a study that counters conventional wisdom with regard to the reported decline in America's competitiveness vis-à-vis India and China.

CA-BCCI spar over Day-Night Test schedule

CA-BCCI spar over Day-Night Test schedule

Rediff.com2 May 2018

'I think personally the home country should have the right to schedule matches as it sees fit and start them at whatever time of day they want'

11 commoners who got their 'fairy tale princess' ending

11 commoners who got their 'fairy tale princess' ending

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

As Britain's Prince Harry follows in his brother's footsteps and is all set to marry a commoner -- American actress Meghan Markle -- early next year, here's some of the well-known commoners who became royalty through marriage.

'Online piracy poses a major threat'

'Online piracy poses a major threat'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2005

Hardee is on a mission to roll back the rising tide of piracy in Asia-Pacific.

Nadella breaks the myth that Indians are not good managers

Nadella breaks the myth that Indians are not good managers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

It was a common perception in the US that Indians didn't know how to lead a company or delegate authority.

Can Ashwin continue his golden run away from home?

Can Ashwin continue his golden run away from home?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is going through a purple patch but only time will tell whether he is able to replicate his stupendous home success when the team travels overseas, says former India spinner Murali Kartik.

Prince William to become FA president

Prince William to become FA president

Rediff.com17 Sep 2005

William will succeed his uncle Prince Andrew next May.

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Rawalpindi must downsize its quest for 'strategic depth' in Afghanistan and Kashmir,' suggests Matein Khalid.

5 long-awaited motorcycles at 2016 Auto Expo

5 long-awaited motorcycles at 2016 Auto Expo

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

The perfect platform to grab attention and engage with prospective customers, the 2016 Auto Expo will see over 100 exhibitors displaying some very interesting products. However, our eyes at MotorBeam are keen on some highly awaited launches that will be redefining products for their respective manufacturers.

'Indian women want to take destiny in their hands'

'Indian women want to take destiny in their hands'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2005

'When I hear of someone going to India I tell her the importance of etiquette and dress code. No skimpy clothes,' says anthropologist Susan Seizer.

It's a sweep for 1917 at Baftas!

It's a sweep for 1917 at Baftas!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

Check out the winners!

Britain's Prince Charles vows not to be a 'meddlesome' future king

Britain's Prince Charles vows not to be a 'meddlesome' future king

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The royal, who celebrates his 70th birthday on November 14, spoke at length about how he sees the role of the monarch compared to that of being heir to the throne during a special BBC documentary 'Prince, Son & Heir -- Charles at 70' to be aired in the United Kingdom on Thursday night.

Superb September in images

Superb September in images

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

From Hurricane Dorian to Hong Kong protests to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mega event in Houston, Texas, United States -- these are the big moments that shaped the month of September.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle set May 19 as wedding date

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle set May 19 as wedding date

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The announcement comes three weeks after the couple confirmed their engagement last month and said the ceremony would take place at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Bored and busy for sex?

Bored and busy for sex?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

Here's how you can rekindle it.

British Queen Elizabeth gets pay rise

British Queen Elizabeth gets pay rise

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The 92-year-old monarch's accounts released on Thursday showed the public funds used by her for official expenditure and duties went up from 41.9 million (Rs 377 crore to 47.4 million (Rs 426 crore).

Mahindra has got its Mojo back

Mahindra has got its Mojo back

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

Mahindra Mojo launched at an exciting price of Rs 158,000. The price is valid for all the bookings till Diwali.

PM Modi hosts lunch for royal couple

PM Modi hosts lunch for royal couple

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hosted British royal couple Prince William and Kate Middleton for lunch to the accompaniment of classical music.

Bajaj changes gear for a power ride with Triumph

Bajaj changes gear for a power ride with Triumph

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

The no-equity partnership will develop a range of mid-capacity 250-750cc motorcycles.

Holy David Beckham!

Holy David Beckham!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2004

Dylan writes his memoirs

Dylan writes his memoirs

Rediff.com6 Oct 2004

Beware of honey traps! New Zealand cricketers cautioned

Beware of honey traps! New Zealand cricketers cautioned

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

New Zealand's cricketers have been warned to be wary of 'honey traps', which could be laid by sophisticated match fixing syndicates and betting chiefs during the upcoming ODI World Cup.

Why this Indian batting line-up will fare much better in Australia

Why this Indian batting line-up will fare much better in Australia

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Shane Watson feels that the faltering Indian batsmen will fare much better against Australia later this year compared to how they performed against England in the ongoing five-match series.

This is where Meghan Markle will spend her first royal Christmas

This is where Meghan Markle will spend her first royal Christmas

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

Did you know the estate that hosts the royal celebration is open to the public?

Why are so many Indian tycoons heading for the door?

Why are so many Indian tycoons heading for the door?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

So what's up? Why are so many promoters heading for the door? It cannot be that all of them lost their appetite for a good fight at the same time.And if Naresh Goyal of Jet Airways and Subhash Chandra of Zee Entertainment do bow out, will it be seen as chickening out when the going got tough or the entrepreneurial instinct of surviving to fight another battle waned, wonders Shailesh Dobhal.

Can this Italian bike win Indian hearts?

Can this Italian bike win Indian hearts?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Benelli is betting big on entry-level segments as so evident by the latest BN251 motorcycle, says Faisal Ali Khan

Prince Harry and Meghan step out for first joint royal event

Prince Harry and Meghan step out for first joint royal event

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

The couple will spend the day at a World AIDS Day charity fair organised by the Terrence Higgins Trust and then meet Headteachers of a local school, Nottingham Academy.

Will this management graduate hit a 'sixer' in Rae Bareli?

Will this management graduate hit a 'sixer' in Rae Bareli?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Aditi, a management degree holder from North Duke University, North Carolina, returned to India in 2013 and since then has been working for the constituency nurtured by his father, Akhilesh Pratap Singh, the sitting MLA.

PHOTOS: Britain turns into Waterworld

PHOTOS: Britain turns into Waterworld

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Hundreds of people have been evacuated from their homes as 'unprecedented' levels of flooding continue to hit the already blighted north of England.

Trump, Melania meet Queen as state visit begins

Trump, Melania meet Queen as state visit begins

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Apart from meeting members of the Royal Family, US President Trump is expected to discuss climate change and Chinese technology firm Huawei during his talks with outgoing British Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday.

World Cup 2019: Bowler, not batsman, will rule!

World Cup 2019: Bowler, not batsman, will rule!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Consistent death bowling from a Bumrah and spinners picking up wickets in the middle overs is why the average run-rate in the last few years hasn't exploded the way one would have expected, says Dhruv Munjal.

Dealing with Anderson will be key for India: McGrath

Dealing with Anderson will be key for India: McGrath

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

'India is going to need their bowlers, their spinners firing if they have to win the series' 'It is time Virat shows he can score in England conditions too'

Amit Mitra on Pravasi Diwas

Amit Mitra on Pravasi Diwas

Rediff.com6 Jan 2003

'I am not saying we will get $10 billion from overseas Indians at the end of the Pravasi Diwas conference. We will get just a trickle but the interest will be generated,' says FICCI Secretary-General Amit Mitra.