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Here's why Kharge stayed away from Bharat Jodo Yatra

Here's why Kharge stayed away from Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Congress's presidential poll candidate Mallikarjun Kharge has stayed away from participating in the Bharat Jodo Yatra in his home state of Karnataka alongside Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi as the party is keen on underlining the impartiality in the election to the top post, sources said on Monday.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

EPL PIX: Leaders Arsenal held, Man United win again

EPL PIX: Leaders Arsenal held, Man United win again

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Tuesday.

Heartbreaking end to Van Gaal's turbulent career

Heartbreaking end to Van Gaal's turbulent career

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

The 71-year-old, who has battled with cancer over the last year, concluded his third spell as the Netherlands coach with their penalty shootout loss and will be replaced by Ronald Koeman.

Why Is Rashmika Heartbroken?

Why Is Rashmika Heartbroken?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

'It's heartbreaking and frankly quite demoralising when I'm being ridiculed and mocked by the Internet especially for things that I HAVE NOT SAID.'

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

'How would America respond if China invades India?'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'India will want a lot of help from the US, but it's not going to want US troops.'

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

People calling for Qatar WC boycott are hypocrites: Minister

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

After years of pressure from human rights groups, Qatar changed its labour laws to dismantle much of its "kafala" sponsorship system, absolving workers of the need to get the permission of the employer who sponsored their visa in order to change jobs or leave the country.

PHOTOS: Maldonado hands Frank Williams a late birthday gift

PHOTOS: Maldonado hands Frank Williams a late birthday gift

Rediff.com13 May 2012

Pastor Maldonado grabbed an astonishing first Formula One victory in a Spanish Grand Prix thriller that handed former champions Williams their first triumph in 132 races and nearly eight years.

Looking for a second home? UK, Spain among top destinations

Looking for a second home? UK, Spain among top destinations

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

One in four people surveyed by Knight Frank said they were more likely to move in the next 12 months as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

An open and frank letter to the health minister

An open and frank letter to the health minister

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

You seem determined to go down in history, which ever ministry you are given. I thank the Gods that they did not give you defense. I believe you would have started the mother of all wars.

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Xi-Trudeau's heated exchange at G20 caught on camera

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a heated exchange of words on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali on Wednesday, with the Chinese leader complaining about the media reporting about their communication, according to a video of the meeting posted by a Canada-based journalist.

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

'Narendra Modi is clearly rattled'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'The Bharat Jodo Yatra successfully resurrected the Rahul Gandhi brand.' 'There's a critical mass that has built up for the Congress and Mr Modi is feeling the heat on the Adani issue, the raids on the BBC offices, the Opposition getting together.'

Ajay Maken slams Gehlot's loyalist-MLAs, charges them with indiscipline

Ajay Maken slams Gehlot's loyalist-MLAs, charges them with indiscipline

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Congress in-charge for Rajasthan Ajay Maken on Monday slammed the MLAs loyal to Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot for setting conditions for a party resolution, terming it a "conflict of interest", and said their decision to hold a parallel meeting amounted to indiscipline.

How can Uddhav be reinstated as CM when he resigned before floor test, asks SC

How can Uddhav be reinstated as CM when he resigned before floor test, asks SC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The CJI told lawyer Singhvi, "No, but status quo ante would have been a logical thing to do provided that you had lost the trust vote on the floor of the house. Because, then clearly you have been ousted from power based on the trust vote, which could be set aside. Look at the intellectual conundrum. You chose not to face the trust vote."

PIX: Real Madrid ease past Chelsea; Milan in semis

PIX: Real Madrid ease past Chelsea; Milan in semis

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Holders Real Madrid breezed past Chelsea into the semi-finals of the Champions League with Rodrygo's double securing a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Ashwin has taken 24 wickets in the series so far with an innings left to bowl, but his 6/91 in 47.2 overs will certainly go down as one of his best efforts on a flat deck

Registration of housing properties in Mumbai falls 42%

Registration of housing properties in Mumbai falls 42%

Rediff.com3 May 2021

The registration of residential properties in Mumbai fell 42 per cent in April to 10,136 units as compared with the previous month, as fresh demand was affected due to the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and expiry of the reduced stamp duty period, according to Knight Frank India. The fall would have been steeper as over 90 per cent of the registrations were of the properties on which the stamp duties were already paid by the homebuyers before April 1 in order to avail lower stamp duties. From September 2020 to March 2021, the Maharashtra government reduced the stamp duty by 2-3 per cent to boost housing demand amid the pandemic.

Top 8 cities' housing sales rise 51% in 2021

Top 8 cities' housing sales rise 51% in 2021

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Housing sales across top eight cities rose 51 per cent last year, even as the office market continued to slump due to the Covid pandemic with gross leasing witnessing a 3 per cent fall, according to Knight Frank India. Housing sales increased to 232,903 units during last year, from 154,534 units in 2020, but demand was down 5 per cent from the 2019 pre-pandemic levels and 37 per cent lower than the 2011 peak numbers. In the office segment, the gross leasing of office space fell to 38.1 million square feet in 2021, from 39.4 million square feet in the previous year, due to the adverse impact of the second wave of the Covid pandemic.

The rise and fall of Frank Bruno

The rise and fall of Frank Bruno

Rediff.com28 Sep 2003

The former heavyweight champion's life came apart when he left the ring.

EPL PIX: Relentless Brentford rattle Liverpool

EPL PIX: Relentless Brentford rattle Liverpool

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Brentford pulled off their latest English Premier League shock by beating Liverpool 3-1 at home.

Govt blocks access to BBC documentary on Modi

Govt blocks access to BBC documentary on Modi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Centre has issued directions for blocking multiple YouTube videos and Twitter posts sharing links to the BBC documentary 'India: The Modi Question', sources said.

Trudeau Holds His Ground With Angry Xi

Trudeau Holds His Ground With Angry Xi

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

When Trudeau met Xi Jinping by chance in the G20 hall on Wednesday, the unscheduled encounter didn't go well for the young Canadian leader.

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

'Ronaldo never said he wanted to leave the team'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Portugal play surprise package Morocco in the quarter-finals on Saturday and a visibly frustrated Santos took great pains to explain what happened behind the scenes to put the issue to bed.

Arun Jaitley: Need full and frank disclosure from Pranab

Arun Jaitley: Need full and frank disclosure from Pranab

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

An excerpt from Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Arun Jaitley's speech at the Constitution Club in New Delhi on the 2G spectrum scam following following a controversial note from the finance ministry on the role of Home Minister P Chidambaram

Yoginder Alagh's Death Is A Loss To India

Yoginder Alagh's Death Is A Loss To India

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

For Yoginder, it is a release from pain. But for us, his friends, it is the loss of a warm and generous life companion, says Nitin Desai of his 50-year association with the eminent economist who passed into the ages on December 6, 2022.

EPL battle resumes after first ever mid-season hiatus

EPL battle resumes after first ever mid-season hiatus

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Monday's resumption was also a chance for those jostling at the top of the table to lay down a marker and for the strugglers to enjoy a fresh start.

PIX: Cameroon shock Brazil but bow out of World Cup

PIX: Cameroon shock Brazil but bow out of World Cup

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Cameroon defeated a second-string Brazil team 1-0 in their final Group G match at the Lusail Stadium on Friday but it was not enough as the African side were knocked out of the competition.

Insulting to say Kharge or Tharoor can be remote-controlled: Rahul

Insulting to say Kharge or Tharoor can be remote-controlled: Rahul

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

'Both the people have a perspective and are people of stature and people of understanding'

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

'If Pak doesn't play Asia Cup then Star is going to have problems'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

We will play in India if India plays in Pakistan. But if India doesn't play in Pakistan, why should we play in India? So my solution was, let India vs Pakistan matches be played at neutral venue. That's all. You can't have your cake and eat it too, says PCB chief Najam Sethi.

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

SC warns electors of consequences of making false EVM malfunction complaints

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court observed on Monday a person making a "false statement" "must know the consequence" as it leads to stalling the electoral process.

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

If All Of India Was Like Goa...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

The intrinsic inclusivity of Goa is the key to its great attraction, observes Rahul Singh.

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

SEE: England players celebrate singing Neil Diamond classic!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Harry Kane and his England lions were ecstatic, and as Neil Diamond's classic 'Sweet Caroline' played on the loudspeaker, they crooned along in celebration.

Modi raises temple attacks, pro-Khalistan activities with Australian PM

Modi raises temple attacks, pro-Khalistan activities with Australian PM

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The matter came up for discussion during their wide-ranging dialogue that was aimed at expanding overall ties.

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Teenager Bellingham proves his class!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Jude Bellingham has become one of the most sought-after signatures in football

Chelsea sack Tuchel after Champions League defeat to Zagreb

Chelsea sack Tuchel after Champions League defeat to Zagreb

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Chelsea confirmed on its website that they had parted company with the German coach

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

External Affairs minister S Jaishankar in New York praised the leadership skills of Prime Minister Narendra Modi while recalling the attack on the Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan near the Indian consulate and while India was coordinating evacuations from the country.

CJI gets emotional recalling his Nagpur days

CJI gets emotional recalling his Nagpur days

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Chief Justice of India U U Lalit on Saturday got teary-eyed while reminiscing about the time he spent in Nagpur at the beginning of his career as a lawyer.

'MS is unreal, one of a kind'

'MS is unreal, one of a kind'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

'Whether it's a duck, century, lifting the World Cup, he does not care.'

No major headway in India, China talks post Tawang clash

No major headway in India, China talks post Tawang clash

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

A joint statement released on Thursday said both sides exchanged views in an 'open and constructive' manner to resolve the 'relevant issues' and that it was agreed to maintain 'security and stability' on the ground in the region.