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Winter Olympics: India's sole athlete finishes 45th

Winter Olympics: India's sole athlete finishes 45th

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Arif Khan clocked a combined time of 2 minute 47.24 seconds from two races in difficult weather conditions

Gates briefs Dr Singh on Af-Pak policy

Gates briefs Dr Singh on Af-Pak policy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

During the meeting, which lasted for about 30 minutes, the Defence Secretary appreciated India's contribution in the development of Afghanistan.

SEE: Praggnanandhaa returns home to a hero's welcome

SEE: Praggnanandhaa returns home to a hero's welcome

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa was accorded a rousing reception upon his arrival at the airport in Chennai on Wednesday.

'BJP's stranglehold over democracy has to be broken'

'BJP's stranglehold over democracy has to be broken'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'You can attack and conspire to weaken us, but you cannot destroy the Congress permanently.'

Why Did Biden Spurn R-Day Invite?

Why Did Biden Spurn R-Day Invite?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Biden is not risking his reputation in a crucial election year, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Tibetans hold protests against India-China border talks

Tibetans hold protests against India-China border talks

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Nearly a dozen Tibetans, including women, on Thursday staged a protest outside Hyderabad House in New Delhi, objecting to the border talks between India and China. They claimed that Beijing could not discuss the issue before granting freedom to Tibet. Draped in Tibetan flags and carrying anti-China placards, the protesters assembled in front of Hyderabad House near India Gate in the morning.

Selling badges, stickers: Business thrives at farmers' stir

Selling badges, stickers: Business thrives at farmers' stir

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

With the protesting farmers staying put at the border point of the national capital for over six weeks now, a number of small business have sprung up at the site, the newest being sale of pro-protest badges and stickers.

India Inc young guns ape Gates, Jobs in vocal rivalry

India Inc young guns ape Gates, Jobs in vocal rivalry

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

For the traditionalists, wars on Twitter and Facebook smack of immaturity.

Central Vista project, including new Parliament saw many court cases

Central Vista project, including new Parliament saw many court cases

Rediff.com28 May 2023

The project was announced in September 2019 and Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the new Parliament building on December 10, 2020.

Gates foundation will invest $80 million to fight gender discrimination

Gates foundation will invest $80 million to fight gender discrimination

Rediff.com17 May 2016

To end gender discrimination across the globe, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will allocate $80 million to create a gender data revolution.

What India's secularists can learn from south-east Asia

What India's secularists can learn from south-east Asia

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Colonel (retd) Anil Athale on how India can learn from the way many Muslim-majority countries in south-east Asia have protected their Hindu and Buddhist heritage.

Rahul Gandhi himself 'violated' security protocols: Govt's rebuttal

Rahul Gandhi himself 'violated' security protocols: Govt's rebuttal

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

"Since 2020, there have been 113 violations observed and duly communicated," the officials said.

Cricketer Kedar Jadhav's father found after going missing

Cricketer Kedar Jadhav's father found after going missing

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Subsequently, a complaint was lodged at Alankar Police station and a search has begun for Mahadev Jadhav.

PICS: India win women's ICC Under-19 World Cup

PICS: India win women's ICC Under-19 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Images from the ICC Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup 2023 final between India and England at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom, South Africa, on Sunday.

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The PCB demanded compensation from the Asian Cricket Council for the loss of gate money it has suffered due to Asia Cup matches being held in Sri Lanka.

PHOTOS: Religious places prep to reopen gates to devotees

PHOTOS: Religious places prep to reopen gates to devotees

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

With relaxations in the COVID-19 lockdown, temples across the country are all set to reopen from Monday in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by Union home ministry to prevent coronavirus spread.

'Pietersen shouldn't have ever played for England again after text-gate'

'Pietersen shouldn't have ever played for England again after text-gate'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Former captain Michael Vaughan feels Kevin Pietersen should not have been picked for England again after the 2012 text-gate scandal where he was accused of sending unsavoury messages about his skipper Andrew Strauss to the opposition team South Africa during course of a Test match.

Droupadi Murmu takes oath as India's 15th President

Droupadi Murmu takes oath as India's 15th President

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Chief Justice of India N V Ramana administered the oath of office of the President to her in the Central Hall of Parliament.

India's MOST controversial Army chief retires

India's MOST controversial Army chief retires

Rediff.com31 May 2012

General V K Singh, who took over the reins of the Indian Army 26 months ago with the image of an anti-corruption crusader, will retire as the army chief on Thursday, bringing to an end a controversial tenure that was marred by rows over his age and fissures among the military brass.

Land-for-jobs scam case: CBI quizzes Lalu for 5 hrs

Land-for-jobs scam case: CBI quizzes Lalu for 5 hrs

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The CBI has already filed a charge sheet in the case against Prasad, Rabri Devi and 14 others under charges of criminal conspiracy and provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, in which all the accused have been summoned on March 15, they said.

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The window for the Asia Cup this year is between September 1-17.

iGATE to hire upto 1000 in 2005

iGATE to hire upto 1000 in 2005

Rediff.com6 Jul 2005

iGATE Global Solutions, an integrated technology and operations firm with a global services delivery model, said the company would add 800-1,000 people at its development centres this year.

An 80% hike in toll rates at Manesar gate has upset many.

An 80% hike in toll rates at Manesar gate has upset many.

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

On Wednesday, the court approved revision in toll rates at the gate in Manesar. Subsequently, the road ministry gave a nod to an 80 per cent rise in toll rates.

'Left with a suitcase': Harrowing tales of Sikkim floods

'Left with a suitcase': Harrowing tales of Sikkim floods

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

The fast-flowing river, which is normally about 250 metre away from her house, was carrying with it camps, utensils and animal carcasses.

Bill Gates inaugurates IIT celebrations

Bill Gates inaugurates IIT celebrations

Rediff.com18 Jan 2003

Bill Gates, chairman and chief software architect of Microsoft, inaugurated the 50th anniversary celebrations of the founding of the Indian Institute of Technology on Friday at the Flint Center in Cupertino, California.

Kejriwal unveils 15-point plan to fight air pollution ahead of winter

Kejriwal unveils 15-point plan to fight air pollution ahead of winter

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The chief minister said certain steps by the government, including the introduction of an electric vehicle policy in 2020 and 24-hour electricity supply, had led to an 18.6 per cent decline in air pollution levels in the last four years.

India celebrates 60th Republic Day

India celebrates 60th Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2009

An impressive and colourful parade, a traditional attraction of the national event, marched down the thoroughfare connecting the Rashtrapati Bhawan and the historic India Gate as President Pratibha Patil took the salute from marching contingents.

Delhi on high alert over terror threat

Delhi on high alert over terror threat

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Intelligence agencies have alerted police on the possibility of four to five men entering the national capital with an intention to carry out a terror attack.

'I am addicted to entrepreneurship'

'I am addicted to entrepreneurship'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

'We look at the opportunities that are going to come in various fields in the next 5 to 10 years, do some research and come up with business plans.' 'Then, we go and seek out founders who will run the actual business.'

iGate makes open offer for 20.6 pc stake in Patni

iGate makes open offer for 20.6 pc stake in Patni

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

Patni Computer Systems said that the US-based IT firm iGate has made an open offer for the 20.6 per cent stake in the company, in accordance with the requirements of the market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

Police on 'alert mode' across Gujarat for Indo-Pak match

Police on 'alert mode' across Gujarat for Indo-Pak match

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Police heads of various units across Gujarat have been instructed to be on "alert mode" and keep a close watch on anti-social elements as well as sensitive areas to avoid any untoward incident.

Bill Gates to fund 2 Indian ideas

Bill Gates to fund 2 Indian ideas

Rediff.com11 Nov 2010

Sujoy Guha of the Indian Institute of Technology will test a new transcervical contraceptive made from a polymer compound for its ability to incapacitate both sperm and ovum.

My Memories Of Israel

My Memories Of Israel

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'Israelis have great love for India,' says Ashish Mehrotra looking back at his memorable visit to Israel a few years ago.

Dropped 'Abide with me' as Indian tunes more appropriate: Govt sources

Dropped 'Abide with me' as Indian tunes more appropriate: Govt sources

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

The Centre decided to drop one of Mahatma Gandhi's favourite hymns Abide with me from this year's Beating Retreat ceremony as playing more Indian tunes would be appropriate in view of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, which celebrates the 75th year of India's Independence, government sources said on Sunday.

Former iGate delivery head Narayanan joins LiquidHub

Former iGate delivery head Narayanan joins LiquidHub

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

Even though the company's revenue figures are not public, it has so far raised $93 million in four rounds of funding.

India's might unfolds at Rajpath

India's might unfolds at Rajpath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2007

Putin was seen taking keen interest in the armament showcased in the parade as President Kalam offered him insight into equipment on display.

India's campaign ends at Beijing Winter Olympics

India's campaign ends at Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

Arif was India's sole representative at the Beijing 2022.

Delhites..How To Spend The G20 Weekend

Delhites..How To Spend The G20 Weekend

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

The two obvious best choices are to combine OTT viewing time with some good eating, because Joe, Rishi and Co don't have to be the only ones dining well.

Can't stay Delhi civic polls, respond to pleas against ward delimitation: HC

Can't stay Delhi civic polls, respond to pleas against ward delimitation: HC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

A bench of Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma and Justice Subramonium Prasad said the State Election Commission has already issued a notification and it will remain unchanged.

Waiting In The Wings: The Creator Economy

Waiting In The Wings: The Creator Economy

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

...current industry models will soon fade out, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.