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Argo, Les Miserables win at Golden Globes 2013

Argo, Les Miserables win at Golden Globes 2013

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Golden Globe Winners 2013: At A Glance.

BCCI president Thakur confirms improvement in DRS

BCCI president Thakur confirms improvement in DRS

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

BCCI president Anurag Thakur and coach Anil Kumble on Wednesday attended a meeting with ICC and Hawk Eye representatives, who made a detailed presentation of the upgraded version of Decision Review System (DRS). There are talks that DRS could be used during the upcoming India-England series, comprising five Tests, or during the series against Australia later. As per initial feedback, the BCCI bigwigs including the president and the coach have felt that there are "some improvements" which meant that some of India's issues have been addressed in the upgraded system.

Army, BSF sound red alert against Pak drones

Army, BSF sound red alert against Pak drones

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

BSF troops guarding over 180 km of IB with Pakistan have strengthened their observation posts and 'listening posts' to keep a close watch against any intrusion by drones.

Will DRS become reality during India-England series?

Will DRS become reality during India-England series?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

In what could be termed as a marked departure from its earlier stance, the Board of Control for Cricket in India is seriously contemplating using Decision Review System (DRS) during India's upcoming home series against England.

Why global companies are betting big on India

Why global companies are betting big on India

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Global businesses still believe that India consumption story is intact despite the slowdown of the past couple of years.

Pros and cons of Indian banks' cross-selling initiatives

Pros and cons of Indian banks' cross-selling initiatives

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

In a bid to gain a bigger share of the customer's wallet, banks are ramping up their cross-selling initiatives.

Cash is not flowing in Bellary this time

Cash is not flowing in Bellary this time

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Vicky Nanjappa reports on the reasons for the lack of money power in the elctions in Bellary this time.

LoC ceasefire looks fragile

LoC ceasefire looks fragile

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

It would be realistic to see India's position on the DGMOs joint statement more as 'engagement, different from dialogue', where our subsequent options could be decided depending on the realities of the situation on the ground, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Radwanska pays price for not following her instincts

Radwanska pays price for not following her instincts

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Agnieszka Radwanska paid the ultimate price for following the orders of her coaching team rather than relying on her own instincts in the final game of her Wimbledon semi-final against Garbine Muguruza on Thursday.

What you must do to save taxes

What you must do to save taxes

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Before jumping to meet the investment target, check if you really need to.

Soccer's goal-line technology passes another hurdle

Soccer's goal-line technology passes another hurdle

Rediff.com24 Oct 2012

Goal-line technology providers GoalRef and Hawk-Eye have been authorised to install their systems worldwide after signing licence agreements with FIFA, soccer's world governing body said on Tuesday.

Why do Modi and his Mantris Mock Science?

Why do Modi and his Mantris Mock Science?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Hyperbole by our ministers and a few saffronised scientists not only defames Newton and Einstein, but also mocks ancient India's achievements in mathematics, medicine and natural science, says Utkarsh Mishra.

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Ganguly, Ponting among commentators for Champions Trophy.

Mardaani 2 Review

Mardaani 2 Review

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Mardaani 2 works best and better than its predecessor when it stays true to its slick catch-me-if-you-can potential, feels Sukanya Verma.

Bravo comes out of retirement; ready to play for WI

Bravo comes out of retirement; ready to play for WI

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo on Friday announced his return to international cricket, little over a year after he called it quits due to a bitter fallout with the West Indies Cricket Board. He said the decision was prompted by the change of guard in WICB, where former team manager Ricky Skerritt took over as the new president replacing Dave Cameron earlier this year.

Third goal-line technology system gets FIFA nod

Third goal-line technology system gets FIFA nod

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

A third goal-line technology system has been approved and granted a licence, making it eligible to be considered for use at the 2014 World Cup, FIFA said in a statement on Monday.

TV stars we would like to see in the movies!

TV stars we would like to see in the movies!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

With Sushant Singh Rajput making his debut in Kai Po Che, we check out other TV actors we would love to see in films.

'Australia's focus on winning Tests, not hitting helmets'

'Australia's focus on winning Tests, not hitting helmets'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Archer produced a sustained period of aggressive fast bowling in both of Australia's innings in the drawn second Test at Lord's, felling both Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne.

FACTBOX Goal-line technology licensed by FIFA

FACTBOX Goal-line technology licensed by FIFA

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

Following are the four goal-line technology systems licensed by soccer's governing body FIFA.

Will gold loans lose sheen?

Will gold loans lose sheen?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

While taking gold out of the closet to borrow money is no longer taboo in Indian households, the sharp drop in gold prices is hitting the newest loan product on the banking turf hard, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

FIFA launch goal-line revolution in Japan

FIFA launch goal-line revolution in Japan

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Prompted into action by England midfielder's Frank Lampard's disallowed goal against Germany at the 2010 World Cup, FIFA will use goal-line technology for the first time in Japan this week.

Five Australian soldiers killed in Afghanistan

Five Australian soldiers killed in Afghanistan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

Five Australian soldiers were killed in two separate incidents in the past 24 hours in Afghanistan -- including three in an "insider attack" -- marking the country's highest combat toll since the Vietnam War. Chief of Defence Force Air Marshal Mark Binskin said two Australian soldiers had been killed in a US Black Hawk crash in Afghanistan on Thursday.

Madurai boy Anand Selvakesari is breaking the mould at Citigroup

Madurai boy Anand Selvakesari is breaking the mould at Citigroup

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

A career Citibanker, 'Selva' came into the spotlight as the person who rewired the financial behemoth's Indian retail operations.

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

'Where are the funny writers on Indian television and OTT platforms?' 'Where are the sitcoms?' asks Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

FIFA backs goal-line technology to stay

FIFA backs goal-line technology to stay

Rediff.com15 Dec 2012

After unsuccessful tests of goal-line technology in 2005 and 2007, FIFA promised on Saturday that future World Cups would be free of any more shocking Frank Lampard moments.

Majola questioned by police on 2009 IPL bonuses

Majola questioned by police on 2009 IPL bonuses

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

There seems no end to suspended Cricket South Africa CEO Gerald Majola, who was questioned by an elite police unit probing possible criminal charges related to the IPL bonuses that were paid to CSA staff after the 2009 edition held in Johannesburg.

Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath is India's youngest new billionaire

Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath is India's youngest new billionaire

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Last year, Nikhil Kamath and his brother Nithin jettisoned into a club of the country's 100 wealthiest with their net worth pegged at around Rs 24,000 crore

'Zardari played key role in ending US-Pak rift over NATO'

'Zardari played key role in ending US-Pak rift over NATO'

Rediff.com19 May 2012

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari played a key behind-the-scenes role in negotiations that helped end a stalemate in Pakistan-US ties over a deadly cross-border North Atlantic Treaty Organisation attack and paved the way for Islamabad's participation in a crucial summit on Afghanistan, official sources said.

After Kulkarni, Sena workers blacken RTI activist's face

After Kulkarni, Sena workers blacken RTI activist's face

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

Shiv Sena workers on Friday assaulted and blackened the face of an RTI activist at Latur in Marathwada region, after he "exposed" an illegal construction case.

India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

Rediff.com21 May 2020

It is learnt that the India's top military brass is constantly monitoring the evolving situation even as the United States said the aggressive behaviour by Chinese troops was a reminder of the threat posed by China.

Australia's Warner, Bancroft deny rifts with Smith

Australia's Warner, Bancroft deny rifts with Smith

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

Australia batsmen David Warner and Cameron Bancroft have denied reports that their relationship with former captain Steve Smith has been strained in the aftermath of the trio's bans for ball-tampering.

Assam police on high alert for ULFA raising day

Assam police on high alert for ULFA raising day

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Surveillance has been mounted all over Assam apprehending terror strikes by the outlawed anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Assam led by its fugitive commander in chief Paresh Barua in and around the outfit's raising day on April 7 next.

FIFA to decide on headscarf, technology in July

FIFA to decide on headscarf, technology in July

Rediff.com3 Mar 2012

FIFA deferred a final decision on whether Islamic women can play in a headscarf, or hijab, until July when they will also make their long-awaited decision on what goal-line technology system to employ.

Reliance Brands to sell LVMH's Thomas Pink shirts in India

Reliance Brands to sell LVMH's Thomas Pink shirts in India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Brands on Friday said it has signed an exclusive agreement to sell French major Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy's brand Thomas Pink's shirt collection in the country.

Zee's Subhash Chandra wants to be a global player

Zee's Subhash Chandra wants to be a global player

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

Zee's revival taught him that professionalising is fine but shareholders can never forfeit responsibility.

Review: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is fresh

Review: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is fresh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

The film's main triumph is that the characters are real and life-like.

All eyes on Dhoni as IPL kick starts amid COVID-19

All eyes on Dhoni as IPL kick starts amid COVID-19

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

The tournament, which has been shifted to the UAE due to five million plus COVID cases in India, is a 'TV-only event', expected to be lapped up by all and sundry who crave for cricket and Bollywood in equal measure during prime time.