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Rolls-Royce unveils its futuristic driverless car

Rolls-Royce unveils its futuristic driverless car

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Luxury car maker Rolls-Royce unveiled the car that defines the future of luxury mobility.

2019 election and the brown man's burden

2019 election and the brown man's burden

Rediff.com28 May 2019

'The anti-India biases of the Western elite can be attributed to the unease these privileged nations feel at the rise of Asian nations like India and China.' 'But what ought to shock all right-thinking Indians is that many of our own countrymen/women have joined this chorus,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

China exhibits caution at US election result

China exhibits caution at US election result

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The US election campaign has provided plenty of ammunition for the CCP to make its case that its political system is superior.

MMTC shines at gold festival

MMTC shines at gold festival

Rediff.com27 Oct 2004

MMTC recorded a sale of jewellery worth about Rs 15 crore (Rs 150 million) at its recently concluded 'Festival of Gold'.

Hichki Review: An out-and-out Rani show!

Hichki Review: An out-and-out Rani show!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Hichki's greatest handicaps are its predictability and sentiment, feels Sukanya Verma.

Did Islamic State blow up Russian plane with bomb in bag?

Did Islamic State blow up Russian plane with bomb in bag?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

British tourists returning from Egypt told to leave luggage behind as airport security is tightened in wake of disaster in Sinai

How far will the Cybertruck go?

How far will the Cybertruck go?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

'The unveiling of the Cybertruck seems to me the turning point in the design and manufacture of automobiles in much the same way as American skyscrapers were the turning point of architectural design in the world,' says Aakar Patel.

Why Ben Stokes is the most effectual utility cricketer...

Why Ben Stokes is the most effectual utility cricketer...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The astronomical fee paid for Ben Stokes at the IPL auction is a confirmation of his status as the modern game's finest all-rounder.

WC qualifier: Can new-look Spain avenge loss to Italy?

WC qualifier: Can new-look Spain avenge loss to Italy?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Spain and Italy have undergone managerial changes since Antonio Conte handed Vicente del Bosque a tactical masterclass at Euro 2016, but Spain go into Thursday's World Cup qualifier in Turin in better shape than their Group G rivals.

EPL PIX: Jesus double gives Man City much-needed win

EPL PIX: Jesus double gives Man City much-needed win

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The victory takes Pep Guardiola's side into provisional second spot

Yuva: As good as it gets!

Yuva: As good as it gets!

Rediff.com24 May 2004

Rs 42,000 crore and counting! Jan Dhan is not just a 'Re 1 trick'

Rs 42,000 crore and counting! Jan Dhan is not just a 'Re 1 trick'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

As many as 24.27 crore accounts have been opened under the scheme and the percentage of zero balance has come down to 24.43 per cent

Does China have much to celebrate these days?

Does China have much to celebrate these days?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

'The leadership is confronted with an economy growing at its slowest pace in 20 years,' points out Claude Smadja.

US Open: After two marathons Federer sprints into fourth round

US Open: After two marathons Federer sprints into fourth round

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

Chasing a sixth US Open title, Federer needed just one hour and 46 minutes under a closed roof at Arthur Ashe Stadium to put away the 31st seed Lopez, leaving plenty in the tank after being forced to go the distance in his opening two matches.

Dhoni took a very good decision in stepping down: Yuvraj

Dhoni took a very good decision in stepping down: Yuvraj

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Yuvraj Singh on Monday hailed Mahendra Singh Dhoni's decision to quit limited-overs captaincy as he feels that they can now conjure up the magic of good old days and enthrall the fans with their 'fearless brand of cricket'.

Anand draws with Aronian in Sinquefield Chess

Anand draws with Aronian in Sinquefield Chess

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

Armenian Levon Aronian has had mixed results with Anand but the Indian has troubled his opponent a great deal in the past few years.

Twin bombing attacks in Baghdad market kill at least 24

Twin bombing attacks in Baghdad market kill at least 24

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Militants attacked an outdoor market on Sunday in eastern Baghdad, killing at least 24 people and wounding dozens, officials said.

Rahul and the politics of humility

Rahul and the politics of humility

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

'His humble words are no substitute for a clear vision for the future of the country. But humility has its own power, its own impact.' 'And it's probably more than that of a monogrammed suit,' says Shuma Raha.

Rahul asks CWC to pick non-Gandhi as Congress president

Rahul asks CWC to pick non-Gandhi as Congress president

Rediff.com25 May 2019

The meeting of the party's highest decision-making body will go into the reasons behind the party's debacle and discus as to why its poll narrative failed to convince the people.

Bombs, gunfire kill over 100 at mosque in Nigeria

Bombs, gunfire kill over 100 at mosque in Nigeria

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

Gunmen set off three bombs and opened fire on worshippers at the central mosque in north Nigeria's biggest city Kano, killing at least 120 people on Friday, witnesses and police said, in an attack that bore the hallmarks of Islamist Boko Haram militants.

Is Virat Kohli the Greatest Of All Time?

Is Virat Kohli the Greatest Of All Time?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

He finished the decade with 20,960 international runs -- 5,775 more than anybody else -- and 69 hundreds -- 22 more than anybody else. This is a player performing at an extraordinarily high all-format level unseen in the history of cricket.

Why would Kale offer money?

Why would Kale offer money?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2003

Indo-Pak talks unlikely this week

Indo-Pak talks unlikely this week

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Although there has been no official word so far, it is unlikely that Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar would travel to Islamabd as planned this Thursday for talks with his Pakistani counterpart for the comprehensive bilateral dialogue.

'We are in kalyug where rakshasas rule'

'We are in kalyug where rakshasas rule'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

'The forces of good are on the run.' 'But dark times also challenge people to fight.' 'I believe Indians will rise against these dark times.'

Warne should bowl slower: Jenner

Warne should bowl slower: Jenner

Rediff.com12 Oct 2004

Terry Jenner said the leg spinner needs to slow down in an attempt to regain the flight and drift which were his hallmarks.

We gave one year of corruption-free governance: Jaitley

We gave one year of corruption-free governance: Jaitley

Rediff.com22 May 2015

The economy is growing at 7.5-8 per cent, the finance minister said.

Sufi leader murdered by suspected Islamists in Bangladesh

Sufi leader murdered by suspected Islamists in Bangladesh

Rediff.com8 May 2016

Initial investigations found that Shahidullah was involved in a property dispute with neighbours 'which could be a reason of the murder'.

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

Here are five talking points from the weekend's action:

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

As the pandemic unfolded, the India-China relationship has come under severe stress. To restore normalcy, agreements between the two countries must be respected scrupulously in their entirety. Where the Line of Actual Control is concerned, any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo is unacceptable, declares External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.

Shaheen Bagh has no complaints about Kejriwal

Shaheen Bagh has no complaints about Kejriwal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

'Look at Kejriwal. With his work, he's made a place in our hearts. But the BJP leaders have only abuses for us," protesters at Shaheen Bagh tell Jyoti Punwani.

Why Modi didn't like an Indian's hug

Why Modi didn't like an Indian's hug

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

'From now on, every time Modi takes a foreign dignitary in his arms, the Indians will remember how he was taken aback when an Indian indulged in hugplomacy,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Where have the mochis and rafoogars disappeared?

Where have the mochis and rafoogars disappeared?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

'Our throwaway culture today has little room for mochis and rafoogars who concealed rips and tears with imperceptible stitches and great skill,' says Geetanjali Krishna.

'Happy Amitabh Bachchan Day to all'

'Happy Amitabh Bachchan Day to all'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

Celebirites wish Big B on his 75th birthday.

Lavasa's recusal: Poll panel to meet on May 21 to discuss dissent

Lavasa's recusal: Poll panel to meet on May 21 to discuss dissent

Rediff.com18 May 2019

On a day Ashok Lavasa's decision to recuse from model code of conduct complaints became public, the EC said the 'full commission' would meet on May 21 to discuss the issue of dissent and 'related matters'.

Need a stent for your heart?

Need a stent for your heart?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Viveka Kumar lists the factors you need to keep in mind.

Captain's gameplan on Kartarpur corridor

Captain's gameplan on Kartarpur corridor

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

The Kartarpur corridor was an excellent opportunity for the Congress to seize centre-stage in Sikh religious affairs. After all, the Akalis never achieved this in their years in power, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'

'BJP can stoop to any level to grab power'

Rediff.com27 May 2020

'Time and again, through their actions, often more covert than overt, the BJP has shown that it is a power-hungry party and its hunger isn't getting satiated sitting in the Opposition.'

New CBDT chief unveils 7 priorities for taxman

New CBDT chief unveils 7 priorities for taxman

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

In his first communication to the field formations of the income tax department after taking over, the new CBDT chairman Sushil Chandra has spelled out a seven-point priority list for the department, entrusted to enforce direct tax laws in the country.

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'The Olympics postponement may not be a political body blow to Abe Shinzo, but it is no denying that the economic cost of the postponement of the Games will be heavy for Japan,' observes Dr Rajaram Panda.