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HC objects to posters put up of shaming anti-CAA protesters

HC objects to posters put up of shaming anti-CAA protesters

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

Taking up the matter on Sunday, a bench comprising Chief Justice Govind Mathur and Justice Ramesh Sinha, termed the action of Uttar Pradesh authorities as "highly unjust" and said it was an absolute encroachment on personal liberty of individuals.

Pak-US in fresh row over embassy expansion in Islamabad

Pak-US in fresh row over embassy expansion in Islamabad

Rediff.com28 May 2012

At a cost of $740 million, it would have been the biggest American mission overseas. Amir Mir reports from Islamabad on how the US embassy's expansion plans in Pakistan has run into trouble.

Legendary coach Santoso to work with Sindhu, Saina and Srikanth ahead of Olympics

Legendary coach Santoso to work with Sindhu, Saina and Srikanth ahead of Olympics

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Indonesian coach Agus Dwi Santoso has been roped in to guide the singles players -- both men and women -- ahead of Tokyo Olympics. Badminton Association of India (BAI) secretary, Ajay Singhania said the visa process has started and Santoso is likely to join the Indian team in the mid of next month.

Rafale petitioners guilty of leaking sensitive security info: Govt

Rafale petitioners guilty of leaking sensitive security info: Govt

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

'This puts the national security in jeopardy,' the Centre said.

Huge oil losses may play havoc with govt plans

Huge oil losses may play havoc with govt plans

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

The government's plans to reign in petroleum subsidies to plug the fiscal deficit next financial year are in jeopardy, as a whopping Rs 2.13 lakh-crore revenue loss is expected at the current levels of global crude oil prices and domestic retail prices of controlled products.

All eyes on Yuvraj as India take on Kiwis in first T20

All eyes on Yuvraj as India take on Kiwis in first T20

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

After winning his battle against a rare germ cell cancer, India's World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh will be the cynosure of all eyes when he starts his journey back to international cricket with the first Twenty20 match against New Zealand in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

Delhi HC raps police for being lax in filing Salem chargesheet

Delhi HC raps police for being lax in filing Salem chargesheet

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

The Delhi high court on Friday rapped the city police for being "lax" while filing the chargesheet against underworld don Abu Salem under Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act when it was in "contravention" of the extradition agreement with Portugal.

Lavasa's recusal: Poll panel to meet on May 21 to discuss dissent

Lavasa's recusal: Poll panel to meet on May 21 to discuss dissent

Rediff.com18 May 2019

On a day Ashok Lavasa's decision to recuse from model code of conduct complaints became public, the EC said the 'full commission' would meet on May 21 to discuss the issue of dissent and 'related matters'.

I absolutely agree with legalising ball-tampering: Donald

I absolutely agree with legalising ball-tampering: Donald

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

West Indies fast bowling legend Michael Holding believes legalising ball tampering in the post coronavirus world is a bit "self contradictory", while South African great Allan Donald is completely on the opposite end of the spectrum on a subject that has divided opinions. The International Cricket Council (ICC), during its recent CEC meeting, considered the use of artificial substances on the ball instead of saliva.

Chicago gurdwara locked down over safety violation

Chicago gurdwara locked down over safety violation

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

Gurjot Parkash Sahib gurdwara, located in the suburb of Island Lake, was locked down by police on December 8 because of certain safety violations that had put public safety in jeopardy.

India face tough task against arch-rivals Pakistan

India face tough task against arch-rivals Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

Stung by the upset defeat against minnows Bangladesh, India will be under immense pressure when they go into their must-win last Asia Cup league match against arch-rivals Pakistan in Mirpur with bowling in the slog overs continuing to be a big worry.

India have arduous task after Sri Lanka stun Aus

India have arduous task after Sri Lanka stun Aus

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

Young Peter Forrest scored his maiden ODI hundred, but Sri Lanka overhauled Australia's total of 280 to win the tri-series match by three wickets.

Scared of losing your job? This advice is for YOU

Scared of losing your job? This advice is for YOU

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

A company likes a candidate who can do many jobs and save costs, says Sridhar Ramakrishnan.

Diabetic Halle Berry refuses to put on weight for roles

Diabetic Halle Berry refuses to put on weight for roles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

Halle Berry has said that she would never pile on extra pounds for a film role, as she fears it would put her health in jeopardy.

ICC set to axe Test Championship

ICC set to axe Test Championship

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat has revealed that a proposal to have a World Test Championship, devised to rescue the longest, oldest and best form of the game from oblivion, is in jeopardy.

IBM @ 100: An amazing success story

IBM @ 100: An amazing success story

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

This technology elephant, also called the Big Blue, has a spring in its step, as it completes a century.

Champions League: Drogba leads Chelsea into knockout phase

Champions League: Drogba leads Chelsea into knockout phase

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

Two goals from Didier Drogba steered Chelsea to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Valencia and top spot in Group E at Stamford Bridge Tuesday as they moved into the Champions League knockout phase for the ninth consecutive season.

Ex-Olympian Marion Jones released by women's team

Ex-Olympian Marion Jones released by women's team

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

Disgraced Olympic sprinter Marion Jones has been released by the Tulsa Shock, putting her Women's National Basketball Association career in jeopardy, the team said on Thursday.

Can't risk sailors' lives, says Krishna

Can't risk sailors' lives, says Krishna

Rediff.com10 Mar 2011

The government on Thursday promised to do 'everything possible' for release of the Indian sailors held hostage by Somlian pirates but cautioned against an 'emotive' response, saying it could endanger their lives.With Opposition members cutting across party lines in Rajya Sabha expressing serious concern over the captive Indian sailors, External Affairs Minister S M Krishna said the government cannot afford to put their lives in jeopardy.

Blanc parts ways with PSG

Blanc parts ways with PSG

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Coach Laurent Blanc parted ways with Paris St Germain, putting pen to paper on a 22-million-euro ($25 million) severance deal.

Article 20 may affect Rana's case in India

Article 20 may affect Rana's case in India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

India continues to be optimistic even though Tahawwur Rana has been acquitted of charges of involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks by a United States court.

Misbah still fears losing captaincy: Coach Mohsin

Misbah still fears losing captaincy: Coach Mohsin

Rediff.com31 Dec 2011

Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq may have tasted unprecedented success in all the three formats of the game this year but the fear that failure in two or three matches could put his captaincy and place in the national team in jeopardy still bothers him.

Finger injury risks Paine's cricket career

Finger injury risks Paine's cricket career

Rediff.com18 Dec 2011

Wicket-keeper Tim Paine's career was thrown into jeopardy after South Australia's state coach Darren Berry revealed that the Aussie may never play first-class cricket again due to his latest finger injury.

Cockpit, cabin crew suffer as fresh Covid wave hits air travel

Cockpit, cabin crew suffer as fresh Covid wave hits air travel

Rediff.com11 May 2021

There were nearly 4,000 cabin crew with Jet when the airline was grounded; every fifth remains without a job to date. One cabin crew member with 10 years of experience has been forced to take up a teaching job; some have branched out into small businesses. Aviation jobs were scarce even before the Covid-19 pandemic arrived on Indian shores in early 2020. The situation has been exacerbated since.

Impact of cold snap on European sport

Impact of cold snap on European sport

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

How the snow and freezing temperatures are affecting the sporting calendar across Europe.

No relief for Kejriwal as Delhi HC dismisses plea to stay defamation case

No relief for Kejriwal as Delhi HC dismisses plea to stay defamation case

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

Jaitley had on December 21, 2015, filed the criminal defamation case against the AAP leaders and sought their prosecution for offences that entail a punishment of up to two years in jail.

Gayle all but out of Tests, career at stake too

Gayle all but out of Tests, career at stake too

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

Rebel West Indian cricketer Chris Gayle's hopes of making it to the Test squad for the three-match series against India went up in smoke after a stormy meeting with WICB.

COVID-19 effect on healthcare may kill 6,000 kids daily: UNICEF

COVID-19 effect on healthcare may kill 6,000 kids daily: UNICEF

Rediff.com14 May 2020

As the coronavirus outbreak enters its fifth month, the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) requested $1.6 billion to support its humanitarian response for children impacted by the pandemic. The health crisis is 'quickly becoming a child rights crisis. And without urgent action, a further 6,000 under-fives could die each day', it said.

Coronavirus pain for Chinese mobile handset makers may be Samsung's gain

Coronavirus pain for Chinese mobile handset makers may be Samsung's gain

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

While the outbreak has forced most leading brands like Apple, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Realme to rework their launch dates and pricing strategies, Samsung, which struggled to maintain its hold over the market last year, has taken the lead.

First look: New Red Riding Hood

First look: New Red Riding Hood

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

In the latest version, a teenage girl finds herself in extreme jeopardy when her village decides to hunt the werewolf that terrorises it every full moon.

U.S. sprinter Rodgers fails drug test

U.S. sprinter Rodgers fails drug test

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

Former U.S. 100 metres champion Mike Rodgers has tested positive for a banned stimulant, putting his world championship hopes in jeopardy, his agent said on Saturday.

South Africa's Steyn puts comeback plans on hold again

South Africa's Steyn puts comeback plans on hold again

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

South African strike bowler Dale Steyn has delayed his return from a lengthy injury layoff after withdrawing from a domestic first-class series match because he felt he was not ready.

Sonia calls for meet with CMs to discuss NEET, JEE exams

Sonia calls for meet with CMs to discuss NEET, JEE exams

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

The National Testing Agency announced that the JEE (Main) will be held from September 1 to 6 and NEET (UG) on September 13 after the Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking the postponement of the NEET and JEE.

The Work-Life Balance Illusion

The Work-Life Balance Illusion

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

To young professionals I would say, work hard, play hard and not be constrained by fads like WLB, says Sudhir Bisht.

Assange like a high-tech terrorist: Biden

Assange like a high-tech terrorist: Biden

Rediff.com20 Dec 2010

United States Vice President Joseph Biden has described WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange as a 'high-tech terrorist' who has put lives of people in jeopardy, and has said Washington is exploring what charges could be slapped against him.

'Closely monitoring' India-China border row, says US

'Closely monitoring' India-China border row, says US

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

The US hopes that the differences will be resolved peacefully, officials said in Washington.

Govt tense on Budget after Women's bill fracas

Govt tense on Budget after Women's bill fracas

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

PM to meet SP, RJD and JD(U) as Congress managers fear for passage of Finance Bill.

Passport case: SC upholds Monica Bedi's conviction

Passport case: SC upholds Monica Bedi's conviction

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the conviction of actress Monika Bedi, girlfriend of underworld don Abu Salem, in the fake passport case, but reduced her sentence to the period of jail term she had already undergone. A bench of justices B Sudershan Reddy and S S Nijjar rejected Monika's plea that she could not be convicted in India as it would amount to 'double jeopardy' since she had been convicted by the Portugal court for the same offence.

'Snake incident had jeopardised our participation'

'Snake incident had jeopardised our participation'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

South African boxer Siphiwe Lusizi said they were completely rattled after a snake was found in one of the rooms of the Village and that the incident had put their participation in the Commonwealth Games in jeopardy.

'I'm using this time to SLEEP!'

'I'm using this time to SLEEP!'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

In these times of enforced isolation, what are Bollywood folk up to?