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Chhetri seconds Stimac, says camp, friendlies key to Asian Cup success

Chhetri seconds Stimac, says camp, friendlies key to Asian Cup success

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Stimac had said he would need at least a four-week camp to do well in the Asian Cup while the All India Football Federation (AIFF) top brass had indicated that his demand would be difficult to meet as the clubs may not agree to release their players for such a long period in the midst of the domestic season.

Uzbek syrup deaths: India begins probe, manufacturing halted

Uzbek syrup deaths: India begins probe, manufacturing halted

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

Samples of the cough syrup have been taken from the manufacturing premises in Noida and sent to the Regional Drugs Testing Laboratory (RDTL) in Chandigarh for testing, Mandaviya said.

Here's what India is doing to prevent China-like Covid surge

Here's what India is doing to prevent China-like Covid surge

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

The government on Thursday took a series of measures in view of the rising number of COVID-19 cases in several parts of the world, including China.

Gadkari unveils prototype of world's first BS-VI-compliant flex-fuel car

Gadkari unveils prototype of world's first BS-VI-compliant flex-fuel car

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday unveiled the prototype of the world's first Bharat Stage (BS)-VI-compliant electrified flex-fuel car, developed by Toyota Kirloskar Motor. The car, which runs on 100 per cent ethanol (E100), is based on the Toyota Innova HyCross. It can cover 40 per cent of its distance on ethanol and the remaining 60 per cent on electric, with the petrol engine shut off.

Great to see so many Australians in WPL: CA CEO Hockley

Great to see so many Australians in WPL: CA CEO Hockley

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

With as many as fourteen Australians taking part in the inaugural edition of the Women's Premier League, CA CEO Nick Hockley was happy to see the growth of women's cricket.

Govt scraps mandatory Air Suvidha form for inbound fliers amid falling Covid

Govt scraps mandatory Air Suvidha form for inbound fliers amid falling Covid

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The revised guidelines for international arrivals will be effective from November 22, according to the Union ministry of health and family welfare.

Buzz: Fawad back in Pakistan Test squad after decade

Buzz: Fawad back in Pakistan Test squad after decade

Rediff.com7 Dec 2019

The 34-year-old replaced Iftikhar Ahmed, who managed only 44 runs in four innings in the recent tour of Australia where Pakistan lost both Tests.

WADA makes changes for better reporting of anti-doping stats

WADA makes changes for better reporting of anti-doping stats

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

The World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) has effected changes to its International Standard for Testing (IST) for improving its annual reporting of anti-doping statistics in the future.

What Helped Kohli Rediscover Form...

What Helped Kohli Rediscover Form...

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The 42-day break would give Kohli the time to introspect, and rejuvenate his cluttered mind.

Don't tinker with Test cricket: Virat

Don't tinker with Test cricket: Virat

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'It's the most beautiful format of the game.' 'I don't think it's going to go anywhere.' 'I don't even see it getting compressed to four days.'

'What haven't the Gorkhas done for the Indian Army?'

'What haven't the Gorkhas done for the Indian Army?'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'Gorkhas are terrific soldiers. They are known the world over for their fighting qualities.'

WHO wrong in linking Gambia kids deaths to Indian cough syrups: DCGI

WHO wrong in linking Gambia kids deaths to Indian cough syrups: DCGI

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

In the letter, Somani said the samples of four made-in-India cough syrups linked to the deaths of 66 children in Gambia which were tested in government laboratory here were found to be complying with specifications and not to have been contaminated with DEG or EG according to the test reports.

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Nearly a decade ago, the first fully electric vehicle (EV) caught fire on the road in the US. It was a model from Tesla, the world's most admired EV maker. A metal fragment punctured the underbelly of the vehicle, penetrating its battery pack, leading to a fire. Indian lawmakers and automakers have had nine years to study the incident (in fact, three Tesla Model Ss caught fire in two months in 2013) but seem to have learnt little.

China's Olympic champ Sun Yang BANNED for eight years

China's Olympic champ Sun Yang BANNED for eight years

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

China's top swimmer Sun Yang questioned the credentials of the testers before members of his entourage smashed vials containing his blood samples with a hammer. His eight-year ban rules him out of this year's Tokyo Games

Sports Shorts: Azlan Shah a litmus test for youngsters

Sports Shorts: Azlan Shah a litmus test for youngsters

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

Govt close to finalising e-commerce policy: DPIIT secy Rajesh Kumar Singh

Govt close to finalising e-commerce policy: DPIIT secy Rajesh Kumar Singh

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The government is at a "fairly advanced stage" of finalising a well-coordinated e-commerce policy and consumer protection rules, which will incorporate provisions of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Thursday. "E-commerce rules and e-commerce policy will be congruent with each other... That exercise is at a fairly advanced stage," Singh told reporters. The remarks come on a day the number of daily transactions on the platform has gone up 500 times since the beginning of this year with the number of retail merchants added to its roster growing 40-fold.

White House testing smartphones other than Blackberry

White House testing smartphones other than Blackberry

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

So far Blackberry has been the only and the preferred smart phone of choice for the White House, including President Barack Obama.

Cricketers who broke their century drought in 2022

Cricketers who broke their century drought in 2022

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Let us look at the batters who finally managed to hit three figures after a prolonged period of time.

High Court questions FSSAI on food sample testing

High Court questions FSSAI on food sample testing

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

FSSAI assured the court that all requirements under the Act shall be complied with fully.

Test reveals Ajmal's elbow extension beyond 40 degrees

Test reveals Ajmal's elbow extension beyond 40 degrees

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Pakistan off-spinner Saeed Ajmal failed his biomechanics test in Brisbane because his average elbow extension was more than double the 15 degrees allowed by the ICC.

Caught on cam! Smith slammed for scuffing pitch

Caught on cam! Smith slammed for scuffing pitch

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Australia batsman Steve Smith was slammed on social media for scuffing the wicket with his foot in an attempt to remove Rishabh Pant's guard marks at the crease, on Day 5 of the third Test in Sydney on Monday.

Maruti assures to upgrade safety features if govt asks to do so

Maruti assures to upgrade safety features if govt asks to do so

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Maruti ready to upgrade safety features.

Toy makers face a 'glocal' challenge

Toy makers face a 'glocal' challenge

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

The Chinese dependence is far from over, industry players are also citing a shortage of electronic toys in the country.

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

These risks would be significantly reduced if the cars had to comply with the UN test regulation for frontal and side impact.

e-Rupee: An Idea Whose Time Has Come?

e-Rupee: An Idea Whose Time Has Come?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The RBI refuses to classify a cryptocurrency as an asset since it doesn't have future cash flow and its value is always fluctuating because of speculation. There is also no consumer protection, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay, and hence the e-rupee trial run.

'We've had enough of this star culture'

'We've had enough of this star culture'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Former India women's captain Diana Edulji comes down heavily on Harmanpreet and Co, questions fitness

Miandad calls for Bangladesh Test suspension

Miandad calls for Bangladesh Test suspension

Rediff.com2 Jun 2005

Former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad has called for Bangladesh to be suspended from Test cricket until they improve.

Ranbaxy hires BCG, Mercer for internal strategic project

Ranbaxy hires BCG, Mercer for internal strategic project

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

Consultants are working with various teams on manufacturing, R&D, etc, to assess per-month productivity of each department.

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

'With the current situation in the global job market, students come back with an added burden of educational loans.'

South Africa's batting great Kallis retires from international cricket

South Africa's batting great Kallis retires from international cricket

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

South Africa's batting great Jacques Kallis announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket on Wednesday.

5G services likely to be rolled out in about a month

5G services likely to be rolled out in about a month

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

The long-awaited high-speed 5G services are expected to be rolled out in about a month, Minister of State for Telecom Devusinh Chauhan said on Monday. Addressing the inaugural event of the International Telecommunication Union's Regional Standardisation Forum (RSF) for Asia and Oceania region, Chauhan said India is likely to deploy indigenously developed and manufactured 5G telecom gears by end of this year for 5G services. "In about a month, 5G mobile services will roll out in the country, which will have multiplier effects on the development of all sectors.

After Maggi, Top Ramen tests positive for high lead content

After Maggi, Top Ramen tests positive for high lead content

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Top Ramen tested positive for lead in samples taken from Daman.

All Maggi samples clear test by 3 laboratories

All Maggi samples clear test by 3 laboratories

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

Nestle India Ltd submitted to BSE a copy of the press statement.

'Australia will be without a captain for 15 years if...'

'Australia will be without a captain for 15 years if...'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

The Australian Test team will be without a captain for the next 15 years if the country's cricket administrators are looking for someone with a 'perfect' and unblemished record, said former skipper Michael Clarke.

I want match-winning contributions from Kohli: Dravid

I want match-winning contributions from Kohli: Dravid

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Virat Kohli has not scored an international hundred since November 2019 but head coach Rahul Dravid dismissed notions that the owner of 27 Test hundreds is "lacking in motivation".

Compulsory psychometric tests likely for pilots

Compulsory psychometric tests likely for pilots

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

DGCA considers this in wake of Malaysian tragedy; no rules to gauge mental state now.

Centre's Covid norms in place, says Mumbai airport

Centre's Covid norms in place, says Mumbai airport

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

The city's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has put in place all necessary measures to implement the health ministry's latest COVID-19 guidelines on international passengers arriving in India, the private airport operator said on Wednesday.

From JNU to Jamuria: Aishe Ghosh to test her brand of politics

From JNU to Jamuria: Aishe Ghosh to test her brand of politics

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The first sitting JNUSU functionary to fight assembly polls, Ghosh, a latecomer into politics, blossomed as the president of the union at a time when student politics saw a resurgence after Left leader Kanhaiya Kumar came into media limelight following a sedition case.

Boxing Day Test: Cricket Australia assures fans over security fears

Boxing Day Test: Cricket Australia assures fans over security fears

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Cricket Australia assured fans over security arrangements for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan on Friday after police foiled a plot to attack prominent sites in Melbourne with a series of bombs on Christmas Day.

Why Tesla Is In No Rush In India

Why Tesla Is In No Rush In India

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

India is sceptical that Tesla might import into the country cars made in China. Tesla executives were in India last month and appear to have proposed a factory in the country. But do not be surprised if that does not happen in a hurry.