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What is holding up Yeddyurappa's return to the BJP?

What is holding up Yeddyurappa's return to the BJP?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

The process to induct former Karnataka chief minister B S Yeddyurappa back into the Bharatiya Janata Party is expected to take another month. The first stumbling block for the BJP in Delhi was BJP MP Ananth Kumar and the other is BJP patriarch L K Advani.

Mobiles, ACs cheaper, paan masala to cost more!

Mobiles, ACs cheaper, paan masala to cost more!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2005

Let's take a quick look at what could become more expensive and what will cost lesser now.

We were close to perfect: Ponting

We were close to perfect: Ponting

Rediff.com13 Jul 2005

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Bumrah key to India's chances at World Cup, says Clarke

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Jasprit Bumrah's amazing skill-set gives India a realistic chance of winning the World Cup but a 'freak' called David Warner might just retain it for Australia, believes 2015 World Cup-winning captain Michael Clarke.

Lanka spinner Dananjaya on using his main weapon to strangle India

Lanka spinner Dananjaya on using his main weapon to strangle India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

'I am an off-spinner. Wicket-taking balls are leg-spin and the googly. I bowl a lot of off spin. Work with Piyal Wijetunga (Sri Lankan spin coach) and if I need to bowl variations, Piyal tells me to do so as well'

Why India's airlines ain't flying higher and higher

Why India's airlines ain't flying higher and higher

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

The biggest let down for India's aviation sector has been the failure of the government to privatise Air India, says Anjuli Bhargava.

McCullum can never forgive Cairns over match-fixing saga

McCullum can never forgive Cairns over match-fixing saga

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Former New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum has insisted that he can never forgive his ex-team-mate Chris Cairns after the latter effectively lobbied to destroy his credibility over match-fixing allegations. Cairns had been linked to match-fixing following statements by Stephen Fleming and McCullum. However, he was cleared of any wrongdoing in a court of law and by the ICC's anti-corruption unit. McCullum, who had told the jury that Cairns had approached him three times in total over fixing a match, insisted that he felt as if his character had come under-fire during the prejury trial.

Why India should follow the 4-day work week

Why India should follow the 4-day work week

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

It will lead to higher productivity for the company and will provide the employees more time for personal chores and engagement.

#BestOfLFW: Hot looks to try this summer

#BestOfLFW: Hot looks to try this summer

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Presenting the top 12 looks from LFW 2017.

The Rock, now known as The Chief

The Rock, now known as The Chief

Rediff.com27 Aug 2004

Smith pats his 'tail' after handsome lead over India

Smith pats his 'tail' after handsome lead over India

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

More than his hundred on debut as captain Steven Smith was happy that Australia putting up 500 runs on the board on Day 3 of the second Test against India.

Karunanidhi, others laud Jaya for decision to free Rajiv's killers

Karunanidhi, others laud Jaya for decision to free Rajiv's killers

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi on Wednesday lauded his arch political rival -- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa -- for her decision to release the seven convicts in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case.

A Life Built on Reading

A Life Built on Reading

Rediff.com11 Feb 2017

'As you trek back down the centuries, returning to myth and legend, to stories told by people gone for hundreds of years who had the same fears and hopes as you, who hoped that their future, the world you inhabit, would be a kinder and happier place, you understand that there will never be an end to the exploring,' says Nilanjana S Roy.

Bagan register first win

Bagan register first win

Rediff.com25 Jan 2005

Brazilian Beto scored from the penalty spot as Mohun Bagan beat Sporting Clube De Goa 1-0.

PHOTOS: Ranbir, Hrithik, John hog limelight at ISL Auction

PHOTOS: Ranbir, Hrithik, John hog limelight at ISL Auction

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Check out the Bollywood stars' presence in the cash rich ISL.

Has south India been given a raw deal in Modi 2.0?

Has south India been given a raw deal in Modi 2.0?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Tamil Nadu, which boasted of as many as nine ministers in the UPA-II government in 2009, did not get any representation in Modi 2.0 government.

Angelina-Brad's love story in pictures

Angelina-Brad's love story in pictures

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

After being together for 11 years, Hollywood's most controversial couple has now called it quits!

Olympic champion Pinsent retires

Olympic champion Pinsent retires

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

'Politicians have to stand tall in a crisis'

'Politicians have to stand tall in a crisis'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

'It is the moment where compassion and empathy must supersede our identity, politics, or our ambitions.'

Owen hails best week at Real

Owen hails best week at Real

Rediff.com27 Oct 2004

The England striker scored his third goal in as many games for Real Madrid in Tuesday's 2-1 King's Cup victory over third division Leganes.

The ice-cream war hots up

The ice-cream war hots up

Rediff.com20 Mar 2004

England defence pleases Eriksson

England defence pleases Eriksson

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari was frustrated with his team's failure to make their attacking superiority tell.

'Proud of Modi for being anointed chief of Hindustan's sultanate'

'Proud of Modi for being anointed chief of Hindustan's sultanate'

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Ahead of the result-day tomorrow, Pralhad Modi says he and his family are confident that his elder brother, "a boy from an ordinary family", is set to become the Prime Minister.

'You actually went and did it'

'You actually went and did it'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2003

Readers' feedback on the Leander Paes column.

#FitnessFunda: Why the right shoes are important

#FitnessFunda: Why the right shoes are important

Rediff.com29 May 2018

The right pair of shoes can get you going with your fitness regime in no time, says Abhik Sen.

Miami Open: Defending champion Stephens stunned

Miami Open: Defending champion Stephens stunned

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Defending champion Sloane Stephens was sent packing from the Miami Open on Sunday after a 6-3, 6-2 loss to Germany's Tatjana Maria in the third round.

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

The 'foreign hand' in India's election 2019

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

How will the Modi Sarkar's likely return affect other nations?

10 health benefits of sex

10 health benefits of sex

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Here's how sex may help you live a longer, happier life.

It's difficult playing in a foreign country, says Bale

It's difficult playing in a foreign country, says Bale

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Gareth Bale learnt valuable lessons from his disappointing Real Madrid campaign last season, he said on Wednesday.

4 reasons why McCullum was shocked when Cairns approached him for fixing

4 reasons why McCullum was shocked when Cairns approached him for fixing

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

New Zealand skipper Brendon McCullum has revealed before a court in London that he felt shocked when his idol, Chris Cairns, approached him regarding fixing a match.

'I don't feel happy. Please help'

'I don't feel happy. Please help'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Mind/life coach, NLP trainer and Mental Health Guru Anu Krishna answers readers' queries and guides them to take control of their life.

La Liga: Morata keeps Atletico on Barca's heels

La Liga: Morata keeps Atletico on Barca's heels

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Morata, who had scored his first goal for the club in last week's 2-0 win over Villarreal, rose to head home from close range on the half-hour mark following a corner which had been flicked on by Atleti captain Diego Godin.

Alagiri offers to support BJP in Tamil Nadu

Alagiri offers to support BJP in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

M K Alagiri, the disgruntled son of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam patriarch M Karunanidhi, has reached out to the Bharatiya Janata Party with an offer of support in the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls.

Europa League: Lukaku nets Everton treble while Celtic, Inter draw

Europa League: Lukaku nets Everton treble while Celtic, Inter draw

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

A Romelu Lukaku hat-trick in a 4-1 win for Everton at Young Boys and a thrilling 3-3 draw between Celtic and Inter Milan.

Looking forward to play with Tiger Woods: Sharma

Looking forward to play with Tiger Woods: Sharma

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

India's rising golf star Shubhankar Sharma is excited at the prospect of playing with his 'idol' Tiger Woods at the next year's Open Championship.

Henman hails greatest achievement

Henman hails greatest achievement

Rediff.com3 Nov 2003

Tim Henman capped the finest week of his tennis career by winning the Paris Masters title with a straight sets defeat of Andrei Pavel.