News for 'International Master'

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

How chess became prodigy Praggnanandhaa's calling

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

'The win will change a lot of things in Praggu... the confidence in his potential will be one of them. The win has ensured a lot of visibility which will give him a lot of opportunities.'

Kishwar's MasterChef recipe: Chicken Korma, Pilau

Kishwar's MasterChef recipe: Chicken Korma, Pilau

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The plum chutney bring depth of flavour to this dish.

Rinku Steals The Show!

Rinku Steals The Show!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'He has mastered the art of finishing an innings. It's not just about the runs; it's the way he gets them. There's a certain calm and composure about the way he plays his cricket.'

'Fauda' crew member 'killed in action' in Gaza

'Fauda' crew member 'killed in action' in Gaza

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Meir was serving in the 551st Brigade's 697th Battalion. Four soldiers of the battalion, including Meir, were killed in the incident on November 10.

Congress Prez Kharge: The Gandhis' Master Stroke

Congress Prez Kharge: The Gandhis' Master Stroke

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

Mallikarjun Kharge has the stature, maturity and gravitas to lead a national party like the Congress with its rich history of struggle and myriad achievements, asserts Virendra Kapoor.

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Efficient land use, minimum congestion, a focus on dharamshalas (inns) and homestays, upgrading the infrastructure while retaining the historical and cultural character of the city are some of the highlights of the plan prepared by Kukreja, the managing principal of CP Kukreja Architects.

Chess: Singapore's 8-year-old Indian-origin boy creates history!

Chess: Singapore's 8-year-old Indian-origin boy creates history!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

An eight-year-old Indian-origin boy defeated Polish chess grandmaster Jacek Stopa at the Burgdorfer Stadthaus Open in Switzerland.

On this day: Tendulkar registered his 100th international ton

On this day: Tendulkar registered his 100th international ton

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

On March 16 2012, Sachin Tendulkar went on to play a knock of 114 runs from 147 balls and took India's total to 289/5 in the allotted fifty overs.

The story of India's chess whizkid Praggnanandhaa!

The story of India's chess whizkid Praggnanandhaa!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa has charted his own path to glory and is closer to greatness than ever.

India's GM Gupta creates history at Hoogeveen International

India's GM Gupta creates history at Hoogeveen International

Rediff.com23 Oct 2016

Grandmaster and Commonwealth champion Abhijeet Gupta created history at the Hoogeveen International chess tournament by becoming the first player ever to win the title twice in a row in the FIDE Open that concluded in the Dutch hamlet.

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

Rediff.com7 May 2024

'When it was confirmed that I would do the song, Manishaji walked up to me and asked, "Please Vijayshree, tell me how are you planning to do the song. Give me a rough idea so that I am mentally prepared".'

Trump replaces NSA H R McMaster with John Bolton

Trump replaces NSA H R McMaster with John Bolton

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

The announcement of McMaster's ouster, who the White House said had a "good working relationship" with Trump, is the latest in a string of high-profile White House departures since President Trump took office in January 2017.

Tanisha, Ashwini smash their way into Guwahati finals

Tanisha, Ashwini smash their way into Guwahati finals

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Tanisha and Ashwini will face the winner of the other semifinal between Taiwanese pair of Sung Shuo Yun and Yu Chien Hui in the final on Sunday.

Police must be insulated from their political masters

Police must be insulated from their political masters

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

The Indian police is governed by the archaic, colonial-era Police Act of 1861, which has no place in a democracy. It was created to make the police subservient to its masters and, consequently, antagonistic to the masses, states Veenu Sandhu.

August 14: 29 years since Sachin's maiden international ton

August 14: 29 years since Sachin's maiden international ton

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Tendulkar scored 119 runs against England in 1990, helping India save the match at Old Trafford.

Maidaan Review: Snooze Soccer

Maidaan Review: Snooze Soccer

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Maidaan draws out more yawns than yays, observes Sukanya Verma.

Australian Open: Watch out for these stars!

Australian Open: Watch out for these stars!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Three contenders for the men's singles title at the Australian Open, which starts on Sunday.

'I Want To Impact 1 Billion Lives'

'I Want To Impact 1 Billion Lives'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'I tell those in their 20s that age is on their side and they should start exercising early.' 'Just like investing in good stocks, if they start early, they will get the multiplier effects of being healthy, fit and strong later in life.'

Banks, FinTech Need IT Experts Urgently!

Banks, FinTech Need IT Experts Urgently!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Senior bankers point out that while they will eventually attract qualified professionals, onboarding them takes time.

Sights And Dazzle Of Japan

Sights And Dazzle Of Japan

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Tokyo -- the songs Japan, Love In Tokyo and Sayonara from the 1966 Hindi film automatically pop up in the mind -- is buzzing and crowded like any other metropolis, discovers Deepa Gahlot. The modern apartment blocks are built cheek by jowl, so close together that one can open the window and borrow sugar from the neighbour in the next building. One of the fears of the Indian traveller is the unavailability of vegetarian food. Every city and town in Japan has an array of Indian restaurants that serve every variety of cuisine, right from Gujarati to Punjabi to Andhra and Kerala meals.

Hard-working Abhimanyu destined for greatness

Hard-working Abhimanyu destined for greatness

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

'Congratulations to Abhi for this achievement. He fully deserves this success, as I have seen all of his hard work first hand. His father also deserves praise for the sacrifices he has made for Abhi to reach this milestone.'

Tendulkar's epic shoutout to Kohli's 76th century

Tendulkar's epic shoutout to Kohli's 76th century

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

It was a momentous occasion as Kohli broke his almost five-year wait for an overseas Test ton

Master's in Business Administration

Master's in Business Administration

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

Welingkar Institute of Management opens admission for the Master's Level Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration through Distance Learning

It's the hallmark of a world class player: Sundar hails Praggnanandhaa

It's the hallmark of a world class player: Sundar hails Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

R Praggnanandhaa's ability to defend seamlessly in pressure situations and the deductive mind to quickly gauge his opponent's weakness is the hallmark of a world class player, national coach GM M Shyam Sundar said on Tuesday.

Online registration for Masters Champions League opens

Online registration for Masters Champions League opens

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

With legends like Wasim Akram, Adam Gilchrist and Brian Lara already roped in as icon players, the Masters Champions League launched its registration process online for the UAE-based T20 tournament, slated to begin in February 20016.

Warner breaks silence: Full truth on ball-tampering saga

Warner breaks silence: Full truth on ball-tampering saga

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Warner set new standards for explosive openers in his early years in the Test game

Bharat Mata Ki Jai!

Bharat Mata Ki Jai!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Army chief visits LoC. VP meets his successor. PM meets baddy legend. Kapil Dev breaks another record. CWG Champs come home...It's all about People, folks!

Tata Steel Chess: Gujrathi holds World No 1 Carlsen to a draw

Tata Steel Chess: Gujrathi holds World No 1 Carlsen to a draw

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi held World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen to a draw in the 11th round of the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament

Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte resigns; Srinivas Pallia named new chief

Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte resigns; Srinivas Pallia named new chief

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Indian IT major Wipro on Saturday announced the resignation of its CEO Thierry Delaporte and named Srinivas Pallia as the new chief executive officer effective immediately. Wipro's Board noted the resignation of Delaporte with effect from April 6, 2024, the company said in a BSE filing, and added he will be relieved from the employment of the company with effect from the close of business hours on May 31, 2024.

PIX: Born without arms, Pakistani man masters snooker

PIX: Born without arms, Pakistani man masters snooker

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

In Samundri, a dusty, rural town in Punjab province, Muhammad Ikram has spent eight years pushing a cue ball around with his chin, and now he can take on anyone.

3 held for illegally entering India by fishing boat

3 held for illegally entering India by fishing boat

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The boat was spotted off the Mumbai coast during patrolling on Tuesday morning, a police official said.

Restoring India's Botanic Heritage

Restoring India's Botanic Heritage

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

With over 3,000 species of plants, 26 interconnected lakes and the 250-year-old Great Banyan Tree -- the largest in the world -- the Indian Botanic Garden is a veritable treasure, discovers Payal Singh Mohanka.

Indian Masters golf cancelled

Indian Masters golf cancelled

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

The Indian Masters, co-sanctioned by The European Tour, the Asian Tour and the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) and set to be played at the Delhi Golf Club, New Delhi, from February 5 to 8, will not take place because of the current economic uncertainty and security concerns.

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha thrilling battle ends in heartbreak

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha thrilling battle ends in heartbreak

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

The seventh seeded Indians made good starts but couldn't sustain the pressure in the opening game.

Scottish International Scholarships

Scottish International Scholarships

Rediff.com3 Jan 2007

The Scottish Executive invites applications for the Scottish International Scholarship Programme.

Untold story of Sachin's golden ducks and one crucial run

Untold story of Sachin's golden ducks and one crucial run

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Sachin revealed that playing gully cricket with a straight boundary back at his first home in the city helped him develop his trademark straight drive

Sunil Gavaskar, Indian Cricket's Real Master

Sunil Gavaskar, Indian Cricket's Real Master

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

When he ended his Test career, he held the following Test records: Most Tests (125). Most consecutive Tests (106). Most runs (10,122). Most hundreds (34). Most scores of 50 or more (79). Most hundred partnerships (58).

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha pair in final, Priyanshu loses

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha pair in final, Priyanshu loses

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Priyanshu toiled hard for one hour 14 minutes before losing 21-18, 14-21, 17-21.

How Indians Dominate World Chess

How Indians Dominate World Chess

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

In 2019, World Champion Magnus Carlsen was asked to guess the nationality of the reigning world champion in 2050. He responded: 'India will have had many by then!'

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

A part-time job will not only support you financially but also help you learn skills that will help you grow in your career.