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West Indies' Thomas wants to be counted among the greats

West Indies' Thomas wants to be counted among the greats

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

Oshane Thomas was named a reserve in West Indies' 25-member squad for the England tour, where they will engage in a three-Test series with the hosts, starting July 8 at Southampton.

TOP 10: Foods to eat before you DIE!

TOP 10: Foods to eat before you DIE!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

Huffington Post recently drew up a list of the most iconic dishes around the world that you must try before you die. Any idea how did India rank? Take a look.

Ten Hit Hindi Films With Terrible Endings

Ten Hit Hindi Films With Terrible Endings

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Here's looking at films that have everything going for them, except for their ending.

Modest Dhoni leads by example for expectant India

Modest Dhoni leads by example for expectant India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2011

One of Dhoni's great attributes has been his ability to keep his head in the midst of the frenzy that often surrounds the sport in cricket-mad India.

Now, Smartphones all set to become smarter

Now, Smartphones all set to become smarter

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

Smartphones are going to become smarter and faster as they begin embedding dual core mobile processors in their haerts to do all that they did better.

Bolt set to light up Paris Diamond League again

Bolt set to light up Paris Diamond League again

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

World and Olympic champion Usain Bolt will be the main attraction during July's Paris Diamond League meeting, organisers said on Monday.

11-year-old Brazilian shatters skating record in lockdown

11-year-old Brazilian shatters skating record in lockdown

Rediff.com12 May 2020

Gui Khury was already the youngest skateboarder to complete the 900-degree turn, a feat he pulled off aged eight.

Understanding core sector stocks

Understanding core sector stocks

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

Core sector stocks are sector-specific. Here sector means, the core industrials sectors - power, construction, capital goods, telecom, etc. These stocks are good investment options because they are closely connected to the development of a country. As a country develops, so does the value of these stocks.

Exciting careers beyond an MBA

Exciting careers beyond an MBA

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

It has long been your dream to get into a good B-School. But you realise it is not to be, at least not this year. Do not despair. Here are equally exciting career options.

Need a loan? Go online

Need a loan? Go online

Rediff.com6 Nov 2008

Peer-to-peer lending -- which refers to an individual or a group lending money to a person in need without the role of any intermediary -- is fast emerging and may reduce dependence on banks. The market size of the country's informal lending market is estimated to be $ 90-100 billion, with rural areas accounting for bulk of the market. This new format is more popular among people who do not have easy access to bank loans and belong to low income groups.

Spotted: Aravind Adiga in Mumbai

Spotted: Aravind Adiga in Mumbai

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

Spotted newly-minted Man Booker Prize winner Aravind Adiga outside the rediff.com office in Mahim, central Mumbai

Army developing ways to deal with drone threats: Gen Naravane

Army developing ways to deal with drone threats: Gen Naravane

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Easy availability of drones has increased the complexity of security challenges and the Indian military is developing capabilities to effectively deal with the threats, be it from State-sponsored elements or by states themselves, Army Chief Gen M M Naravane said on Thursday.

DRDO's secret technology wish list

DRDO's secret technology wish list

Rediff.com5 Jun 2008

The new outreach from a traditionally inward-focused DRDO is rooted in a realistic assessment that the international sanctions regimes have loosened; global arms majors are eager to provide technologies that can fill in gaps in the DRDO's own technology bank.

11 things to consider when choosing your B-school

11 things to consider when choosing your B-school

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Know these parameters to make an informed choice.

Markets: Don't get carried away

Markets: Don't get carried away

Rediff.com13 Apr 2009

Though the market has gained 30 per cent in one month, don't get carried away and bet your shirt on further short-term gains.

Travel: India's 10 best wildlife safaris

Travel: India's 10 best wildlife safaris

Rediff.com20 Aug 2008

Whether you prefer luxury tent camps or Himalayan home stays, India's wildlife reigns supreme with elephants, tigers, and birds in flight.

Budget has a vaccine for banking's virus

Budget has a vaccine for banking's virus

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Of the three major Budget announcements related to the banking sector, privatisation of PSBs is the most audacious, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

What the Internet will be like in the future

What the Internet will be like in the future

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

In the future, the Internet is almost certain to look more realistic, interactive, and social -- a lot like a virtual world.

Going after the rich. . .

Going after the rich. . .

Rediff.com11 Sep 2007

After decades of selling to the middle class, a clutch of companies is now going after richer customers as well.

Da Vinci Code: Ho Hum!

Da Vinci Code: Ho Hum!

Rediff.com26 May 2006

Chandrayaan-2 not end of story: ISRO chief Sivan

Chandrayaan-2 not end of story: ISRO chief Sivan

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

"Chandrayaan-2 is not the end of story. Our plans on Aditya L1 solar mission, human spaceflight programme are on track. A large number of advance satellite launches are planned in the coming months. SSLV will make its maiden flight sometimes in December or January. Testing of 200 ton semi-cryo engine is expected to begin shortly. Work is on to provide NAVIC signals on mobile phones, which will open the path to develop large number of applications for societal needs," he added.

Chelsea eye Ballack, Shevchenko

Chelsea eye Ballack, Shevchenko

Rediff.com30 Apr 2006

Chelsea could step up the pursuit for Champions League title by signing two of the biggest names in world football

We need a treaty with America to deal with China

We need a treaty with America to deal with China

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

American help in defending our independence will send a strong signal to the Chinese, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Weekend Watch: Monty Python

Weekend Watch: Monty Python

Rediff.com16 Sep 2005

Bidhuri settles for bronze in World boxing

Bidhuri settles for bronze in World boxing

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

Wildcard entrant Gaurav Bidhuri's remarkable run at the World Boxing Championships ended with a bronze medal on Thursday after he lost his semifinal clash to American Duke Ragan in Hamburg.

Da Vinci Code author in lawsuit

Da Vinci Code author in lawsuit

Rediff.com27 Feb 2006

Hank Azaria meets God

Hank Azaria meets God

Rediff.com4 Nov 2004

Shopping 3.0 is here

Shopping 3.0 is here

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Turbocharged with technology is becoming the Holy Grail of retail.

A word's worth

A word's worth

Rediff.com7 Aug 2003

Victorious Vaughan eyes Ashes

Victorious Vaughan eyes Ashes

Rediff.com5 Apr 2004

The England skipper said victory at home next year was a realistic aim

'Our boxers surpassed expectations'

'Our boxers surpassed expectations'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2019

They showed big hearts. They were unfazed by the stature of their rivals and that's what is very important. You respect your rival but don't get intimidated by his CV, says India's High-Performance Director Santiago Nieva.

England rugby gods conquer Australia

England rugby gods conquer Australia

Rediff.com22 Nov 2003

Amazing entries to the National Geographic Travel Photo Contest

Amazing entries to the National Geographic Travel Photo Contest

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo contest is now in its fifth week of accepting entries. The best entries this week include a close-up of a lioness and two bears giving high-fives to one another. The contest is open until May 3.

All of Egypt hurt by Salah injury as World Cup ends in a whimper

All of Egypt hurt by Salah injury as World Cup ends in a whimper

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The uncertainty surrounding the Liverpool forward's participation after he suffered shoulder ligament damage in last month's Champions League final, had a huge impact on both preparations and team confidence coming into the tournament.

No Brexit as four English clubs in Champions League last eight!

No Brexit as four English clubs in Champions League last eight!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

For the first time in 10 years, four English clubs have reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League

PICS: Super Serena makes second straight US Open final

PICS: Super Serena makes second straight US Open final

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Overpowers Svitolina to reach second straight US Open final

First Look: Why India's excited about the Turismo Veloce 800

First Look: Why India's excited about the Turismo Veloce 800

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

The holy grail of all motorcycles, the M V Agusta Turismo Veloce 800, finds its way to India.

We need more Rajiv Bajajs in our boardrooms

We need more Rajiv Bajajs in our boardrooms

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

'Businessmen like Rajiv render public service when they speak truth to power,' observes Virendra Kapoor.

5 Indians in boxing finals, 3 settle for bronze

5 Indians in boxing finals, 3 settle for bronze

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

Asian Games medallists Vikas Krishan (75kg) and Satish Kumar (+91kg) were among the five Indian boxers who entered the finals, on Friday, while three others settled for bronze medals in what is turning out to be India's best ever performance inside the ring at the Commonwealth Games.