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8 Kerala fugitives at large despite red corner notices

8 Kerala fugitives at large despite red corner notices

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The list also includes two notorious fugitives -- Sukumara Kurup, never nabbed in connection with a murder and Dr Edadi Omana -- who had given the slip to the investigating agencies, and have remained untraceable for several years.

Who is Maheesh Theekshana?

Who is Maheesh Theekshana?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The 21 year old, who made his IPL debut on Saturday, April 9, has the ability to spin the ball both ways and is already being compared to Ajantha Mendis, the mystery spinner from his native island.

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Why Ashwin will go to bed feeling a lot better...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Ashwin has taken 24 wickets in the series so far with an innings left to bowl, but his 6/91 in 47.2 overs will certainly go down as one of his best efforts on a flat deck

Sri Lanka forms committee for repatriation of Tamil refugees from India

Sri Lanka forms committee for repatriation of Tamil refugees from India

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

The Sri Lanka deputy high commissioner's office in Chennai is coordinating the efforts, it added.

Rohit's 161 defining moment in India's comeback: Kohli

Rohit's 161 defining moment in India's comeback: Kohli

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'Rohit's knock was the defining moment in Chennai'

Chennai building collapse exposes unscientific methods of construction

Chennai building collapse exposes unscientific methods of construction

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

The collapse of an under-construction 11-storey building in Chennai which claimed 11 lives should serve as a wake-up call for the housing sector to have a regulatory mechanism for the construction industry, says N Sathiya Moorthy

IPL final: How MSD's CSK overpowered Morgan's KKR

IPL final: How MSD's CSK overpowered Morgan's KKR

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

Chennai Super Kings spank Kolkata Knight Riders by 27 runs to win fourth IPL title.

Turning Points: CSK Collapse

Turning Points: CSK Collapse

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Chennai Super Kings finished their league assignments with a thumping six-wicket loss to Punjab Kings, who cantered home with seven overs to spare.

Bishop points to the area of concern in Kohli's slump

Bishop points to the area of concern in Kohli's slump

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Bishop points to the area of concern in Kohli's slump

'For Warnie': RR Salute 1st Captain

'For Warnie': RR Salute 1st Captain

Rediff.com1 May 2022

'It is our ode to his illustrious career that contributed massively to the game, his undying passion that inspired generations of cricketers, his fighting spirit that taught us never to give up.'

ISL: Mumbai seal maiden semis berth after beating Chennai

ISL: Mumbai seal maiden semis berth after beating Chennai

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Table toppers Mumbai City FC qualified for the semi-finals of the Indian Super League for the first time in three seasons after they outclassed defending champions Chennaiyin FC 2-0 in Mumbai on Wednesday. Mumbai scored a goal in each half through Matias Defederico (32nd minute) and Krisztian Vadocz (60th), and should have won by a much bigger margin but for India captain Sunil Chhetri muffing two of the three gilt-edged chances in the last 10 minutes of the game. Mumbai did not start the game at the frenetic pace they set during their 5-0 thrashing of Kerala Blasters at this same ground four days ago, but they clearly had the better of the exchanges with their slick passing upfront.

'Vande Bharat's Potential Yet To Be Exploited'

'Vande Bharat's Potential Yet To Be Exploited'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

'All Shatabdis and Rajdhanis should be converted to this type of high-speed train.' 'There should be a sleeper version of the train.' 'Right now, there is only a day version of the train.' 'Unless you develop a sleeper version, it will not be possible to replace the Rajdhani.' 'Work on the sleeper version was stopped for some reason. It should be revived now.'

#ChennaiFloods: 'Our teakwood sofa and fridge were floating in water'

#ChennaiFloods: 'Our teakwood sofa and fridge were floating in water'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Priya Ramesh, a psychoanalyst and life coach, recounts how she, her husband and neighbours braved the floods by sheltering on the first floor of their villas in Chennai's Sholinganallur suburb.

Have a question about IIT-Madras?

Have a question about IIT-Madras?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Askiitm.com allows anyone to ask a question related to the institute, which will be answered within 48 hours by a group of alumni and student-volunteers.

SRH captain Warner happy about selection headaches

SRH captain Warner happy about selection headaches

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

The swashbuckling Australia opener said the slow pitches in Chennai and Delhi will suit his team.

Udupi's student-petitioners in hijab case skip classes

Udupi's student-petitioners in hijab case skip classes

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

The six Muslim girl students of the Government Pre University Girls College in the coastal town of Udupi did not turn up for classes on Wednesday, a day after their petition seeking permission to wear hijab inside classrooms was dismissed by the Karnataka high court.

'Nothing happens in CSK without MSD's approval'

'Nothing happens in CSK without MSD's approval'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

In reality, Ravindra Jadeja's ascension was a lot about CSK's second in command for years Suresh Raina losing form and being released by the franchise. It was more of a distress move with distinct lack of options.

How safe are India's electric scooters?

How safe are India's electric scooters?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The government-appointed expert committee, which probes incidents of Ola Electric's S1 Pro and Okinawa vehicles catching fires, has added the latest case of fire involving PureEV electric scooter to its investigation, a senior government official told Business Standard. "A team comprising experts from Indian Institute of Science (IISC) and Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES) are investigating the cases. "As soon as the report is submitted, we shall take appropriate action," said Giridhar Aramane, secretary at the ministry of road transport and highways.

Jadeja back to 'where I feel safe'

Jadeja back to 'where I feel safe'

Rediff.com6 May 2021

After game 29 ending May 2, Jadeja topped Rediff.com's Most Valuable Players' list with a MVPI of 372.

PHOTOS: South Korea-like testing kiosks ensure docs' safety

PHOTOS: South Korea-like testing kiosks ensure docs' safety

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

The kiosks, modelled after those used in South Korea, have built-in gloves which can be used by health workers as protective shield while collecting samples of suspected patients.

CLT20: Chennai Super Kings edge Perth, inch close to semi-finals

CLT20: Chennai Super Kings edge Perth, inch close to semi-finals

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

A disciplined Chennai Super Kings produced an all-round effort to defeat Perth Scorchers by 13 runs in Bangalore and brighten their hopes of earning a semi-final berth in the Champions League Twenty20.

Chitra Ramkrishna sent to jail for 14 days in NSE co-location case

Chitra Ramkrishna sent to jail for 14 days in NSE co-location case

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

A Delhi court on Monday sent to 14-day judicial custody the former managing director and chief executive officer of National Stock Exchange Chitra Ramkrishna in connection with the co-location scam case.

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The Indian authorities have to reconfirm that Prabhakaran is dead. It may require seeking assistance from Interpol and also involve the re-opening of the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, and more so, the investigations, formally or otherwise, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

OPS Weakens AIADMK By Backing Sasikala

OPS Weakens AIADMK By Backing Sasikala

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

O Panneerselvam should not be surprised if the current controversy that he has kicked off is used to rid him of the party coordinator's post, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

XUV400: Nexon EV's Fun, Fast, Fearless Competitor

XUV400: Nexon EV's Fun, Fast, Fearless Competitor

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com takes the XUV 400, the first electric SUV from the Mahindra stable, for a spin and comes away impressed.

Chennai's Saviour: 'Why do people have to bring my religion into this?'

Chennai's Saviour: 'Why do people have to bring my religion into this?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

'I did not ask their religion when I rescued them and they did not ask my religion when I helped them get onto the boat.' 'The moment I came out of my house on this mission, I am an Indian, I am a human being,' says Mohamed Yunus, who helped save hundreds of people on the flooded streets of Chennai.

CSK Discovers Its Old Magic

CSK Discovers Its Old Magic

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

Shivam Dube and Robin Uthappa's brilliant knocks were backed by courageous bowling as Chennai Super Kings notched up its first points in IPL 2022 with a win over the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Dr D Y Patil Sports Academy stadium on Tuesday night.

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

RCB capable of making it to IPL final, says captain Kohli

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli believes 'Qualifiers' and 'Eliminators' are terms coined simply to create more pressure and insists that his side is capable of winning two more games to reach the IPL final.

Two killed, 9 injured as under construction building collapses in Chennai

Two killed, 9 injured as under construction building collapses in Chennai

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

Two persons were killed and nine injured when an 11-storeyed under construction building collapsed near suburban Porur on Saturday with rescue efforts on by multiple agencies, including National Disaster Response Force.

Indian Football: NorthEast United downs East Bengal

Indian Football: NorthEast United downs East Bengal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

NorthEast United inched closer to a playoffs berth with a 2-1 win over 10-man SC East Bengal in the ISL

PIX: After two years, India celebrates Holi with traditional fervour

PIX: After two years, India celebrates Holi with traditional fervour

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

The COVID-19 outbreak in early 2020 and the subsequent restrictions due to the virus spread had cast a grim shadow on the festive mood of all the festivals across the country for the past two years.

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Does Rahul Want To Be Opposition PM Candidate?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

After Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra began criss-crossing the Hindi heartland, BJP leaders have revived their attacks on 'dynasty politics' and 'family rule' in the Congress, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

IPL PIX: Dube, Uthappa & Theekshana set up CSK's win over RCB

IPL PIX: Dube, Uthappa & Theekshana set up CSK's win over RCB

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore, at the D Y Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai, on Tuesday.

PICS: Buttler, Smith keep Royals in race with win over CSK

PICS: Buttler, Smith keep Royals in race with win over CSK

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Images from Monday's IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals, in Abu Dhabi.

Can Religious Rows Hurt DMK In 2024?

Can Religious Rows Hurt DMK In 2024?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Party insiders concede statements of the Raja kind have the potential to hurt the DMK's electoral chances in closely-fought seats in 2024, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Patna-Delhi SpiceJet flight catches fire mid-air, all flyers safe

Patna-Delhi SpiceJet flight catches fire mid-air, all flyers safe

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

The Spicejet aircraft took off at around 12.10 pm, and according to residents of localities adjacent to the airport, who claimed to have witnessed the spectacle, it caught fire immediately.

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Gujarat Titans have been firing on all cylinders, with their batting prowess and bowling might.

Limited spectators to be allowed at IPL matches in UAE

Limited spectators to be allowed at IPL matches in UAE

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

Limited spectators will be allowed into the stadiums when the second leg of the Indian Premier League starts in the UAE this weekend.

PIX: Gaikwad, Uthappa, Dhoni power CSK into IPL final

PIX: Gaikwad, Uthappa, Dhoni power CSK into IPL final

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League Qualifier 1 between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, in Dubai, on Sunday.

Indian Soccer PIX: Krishna's late strike secures draw for ATK

Indian Soccer PIX: Krishna's late strike secures draw for ATK

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

All the results from the I-League and ISL matches played on Saturday