News for 'International Tea Day'

'Will audiences be ready to enter cinema halls?'

'Will audiences be ready to enter cinema halls?'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

'The entertainment industry is on the verge of a big, big, change over the next few months and years.'

'It's the end of an era'

'It's the end of an era'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2008

The Indian and international cricket community on Sunday paid glowing tributes to Anil Kumble, calling him a great competitor, role model and a true fighter and his decision to retire as an end of an era. Chief selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth summed up the reactions, saying he was an extraordinary cricketer and a role model not only for youngsters but also for future generations.

Joe Root's captaincy in trouble?

Joe Root's captaincy in trouble?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Root cut a rather forlorn figure as Australia celebrated moving 2-1 ahead in the series but insists he is still the right man to lead England forward.

How AgNext will make Farmers Money

How AgNext will make Farmers Money

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

'Our technology is going to help Indian agriculture the way the White Revolution helped milk production.'

Afridi banned for damaging pitch

Afridi banned for damaging pitch

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

The Pakistan all-rounder was banned for one Test and two ODIs after admitting he damaged the pitch with his boots day two of the second Test against England.

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

When Om Puri deserved an Oscar

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

The great actor on some of his memorable roles.

The cashless chaiwallah who swears by Modi

The cashless chaiwallah who swears by Modi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

'The mindset of people needs to change.' 'We still believe in accepting cash when we can do business with digital money as well.'

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

In Noida's mega industrial zone, even essential businesses struggle to open

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Up to 95 per cent of units in the Noida-Greater Noida mega industrial zone are currently shut.

India Post calls to say you've got mail

India Post calls to say you've got mail

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Changing with the times and in compliance with social distancing norms, customers are now picking up their parcels, speed posts and registered letters within the city themselves after they are informed on phone.

Philander makes comments against Smith, then retracts

Philander makes comments against Smith, then retracts

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

"He could have avoided any contact but to me he is just as guilty. Trying some football skills to get a penalty??? Pity he didn't dive to top it off."

In 50th edition of Mann ki Baat, PM says it's not about politics

In 50th edition of Mann ki Baat, PM says it's not about politics

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

He also said he chose radio as a medium to connect with the people as it was a 'mighty means' of getting across.

Fleming bids farewell

Fleming bids farewell

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

Stephen Fleming walked into the annals of international cricketing history on Tuesday, with his final innings encapsulating his entire career.

Coronavirus fears send aerospace industry into tailspin

Coronavirus fears send aerospace industry into tailspin

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

Several hundred Indian firms that manufacture or assemble Rs 10,000 crore worth of aerospace components annually for manufacturers like Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin and Bell Helicopters now face disruptions relating to covid-19.

The tyranny of the veil

The tyranny of the veil

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'Within and outside their homes, all married women in this region must cover not only their heads, but in some cases, faces too,' discovers Geetanjali Krishna.

Ranji: Surya leads Mumbai's fightback with ton

Ranji: Surya leads Mumbai's fightback with ton

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

A summary of Thursday's action in Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Air India's vegetarian menu will help airline save Rs 20 crore annually

Air India's vegetarian menu will help airline save Rs 20 crore annually

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Last year, Air India replaced veg and non-veg sandwiches with veg hot meals on flights

Getting ready for Covid-19

Getting ready for Covid-19

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

'Infectious disease is a given of humankind. There will always be another around the corner.'

'My mom was not ill'

'My mom was not ill'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

'We were shocked to know about her death.' 'We couldn't believe it because she was not sick or in a bad condition.'

ICC to decide on England compensation claim

ICC to decide on England compensation claim

Rediff.com23 Oct 2006

The disputes panel will have the final say on England's compensation claim for lost revenue from the Oval Test against Pakistan.

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

Former England batsman Pietersen calls time on playing career

Former England batsman Pietersen calls time on playing career

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen appeared to have brought the curtain down on his cricket playing career on Saturday, announcing his decision to step away from the game in a series of messages on social media.

Doctrove omitted from Champions Trophy

Doctrove omitted from Champions Trophy

Rediff.com6 Oct 2006

An ICC spokesman said Billy Doctrove's absence had nothing to do with the Oval Test controversy.

I was prepared to take criticism: Sachin Tendulkar

I was prepared to take criticism: Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Well aware that he would not pick up the willow again, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar had discussed his last dismissal with his elder brother Ajit even after his farewell Test against the West Indies in November 2013.

India's growing coffee culture

India's growing coffee culture

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Indian coffee shops market over the next four-five years will grow between 6 and 18 per cent CAGR, all due to the growing coffee culture among the youth, increasing urbanisation, rising disposable income levels and changing eating and drinking preferences, says Atanu Biswas.

Drop Hair from elite panel: Miandad

Drop Hair from elite panel: Miandad

Rediff.com29 Sep 2006

Javed Miandad said the four-match ban on Inzamam was an expected one given the seriousness of the issue.

Inzamam faces ICC hearing

Inzamam faces ICC hearing

Rediff.com27 Sep 2006

The charges follow Pakistan's decision to stay in the dressing room after the tea interval on the fourth day of the fourth Test against England at The Oval last month.

'I was a bit nervous, but then tried to play my natural game'

'I was a bit nervous, but then tried to play my natural game'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

'I was not thinking about it as my first game, I was just thinking that it's another game and it just happened.'

Warner cleared for second Test, De Kock to contest charge

Warner cleared for second Test, De Kock to contest charge

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

David Warner has been cleared to play in the second Test against South Africa after accepting an ICC charge of bringing the game into disrepute.

England dig in after McGrath's double strike

England dig in after McGrath's double strike

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

England were 234 for four at close on the opening day of the final Test.

India's first man in space won't be lonely anymore

India's first man in space won't be lonely anymore

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Thirty-four years after he traveled to space, Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma tells Rediff.com's Archana Masih that he looks forward to Gaganyan, India's first manned space mission in 2022.

ICC rejects Pakistan demand to keep out Hair

ICC rejects Pakistan demand to keep out Hair

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

Pakistan had demanded not to appoint Australian umpire Darrell Hair for its future games after his role in the forfeited fourth Test against England.

Find out who will join Iniesta in Spain's World Cup squad

Find out who will join Iniesta in Spain's World Cup squad

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Lopetegui blends youth and experience in Spain World Cup squad

Homestays come to travellers' aid in Covid times

Homestays come to travellers' aid in Covid times

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

Intimate getaways offered in the form of homestays by hotels are proving to be the flavour of this extraordinary and difficult time. Not far from cities, they offer a pleasant respite from homebound lives, says Pavan Lall.

'Kongu Nadu' part of BJP's Grand Plan?

'Kongu Nadu' part of BJP's Grand Plan?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

New Union minister L Murugan's declaration of Kongu Nadu as his native place, instead of Tamil Nadu, may be part of a grand BJP strategy to create new states out of existing ones, particularly those that have anti-BJP governments, mulls N Sathiya Moorthy.

Work From Home: Tips you can follow

Work From Home: Tips you can follow

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Six working professionals tell us how they balance time between work and family.

Here's what Rahane did during his time away from team

Here's what Rahane did during his time away from team

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Rahane spoke about how he channelised his energies during his two-month stay in Southampton, playing for the Hampshire.

Soni Somarajan's INSPIRING LIFE

Soni Somarajan's INSPIRING LIFE

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

It was Soni Somarajan's biggest dream -- to see himself as a proud member of the Indian Armed Forces. When Life brutally shattered that dream, he wove a new one.

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ibrahimovic was forced off with a muscle problem with 11 minutes remaining, and the Swede was pictured sitting on the bench with an ice pack strapped to the back of his left leg.