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When Mickelson dismissed Shubhankar as member of the media!

When Mickelson dismissed Shubhankar as member of the media!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2018

Phil Mickelson dismissed Shubhankar Sharma as a member of the media at the WGC-Mexico Championship on Saturday, but the veteran American will not mistake the Indian when they play together in the final threesome on Sunday.

Corus chief joins Tata Steel board

Corus chief joins Tata Steel board

Rediff.com18 May 2007

The board of directors of Tata Steel, which met on Friday, appointed Jim Leng, chairman, Corus, as a non-executive independent director designated as deputy chairman.

Modi's 5 yrs most traumatic for Indian youth: Manmohan

Modi's 5 yrs most traumatic for Indian youth: Manmohan

Rediff.com5 May 2019

Singh asserted that the people have made up their minds to vote out the government

Pak's ISI has connections with terror groups: US

Pak's ISI has connections with terror groups: US

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

"I think it's clear to me that the ISI has connections with terrorist groups," General Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

2 killed, 17 hurt in Florida nightclub shooting

2 killed, 17 hurt in Florida nightclub shooting

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Local media described the scene as "a mad house" and said that were gunshots reported as people were exiting the nightclub.

Tom Cruise, Katie wed

Tom Cruise, Katie wed

Rediff.com19 Nov 2006

The Hollywood star couple get married in Italy.

Saudi Arabia's crown prince dismissed

Saudi Arabia's crown prince dismissed

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud on Wednesday dismissed the heir to the throne, Crown Prince Moqren bin Abdul Aziz bin Saud, and replaced him with the Interior Minister Mohammed bin Nayef.

Another poor day for Woods as inexplicable Cup record continues

Another poor day for Woods as inexplicable Cup record continues

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

With Europe leading 10-6, US captain Furyk could at least draw strength from the knowledge that the same deficit has twice been overturned on Sundays in recent times -- by the US in 1999 and Europe in 2012.

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been asked to complete its investigation in a week, meaning the confirmation of Kavanaugh, 53, as Supreme Court judge would be delayed by at least a week.

Indian techies on H-1B visa can now work for more than one US firm

Indian techies on H-1B visa can now work for more than one US firm

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

This is not a new rule, but very few people know about it.

Ram-Levy in semi-finals

Ram-Levy in semi-finals

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Rajeev Ram and partner Harel Levy of Israel set up a showdown with Cypriot star Marcos Baghdatis and Marc Gicquel at the Chennai Open.

Stay healthy, sit up straight

Stay healthy, sit up straight

Rediff.com13 Aug 2007

A new study in the UK has found that bad posture plays a significant role in increasing blood pressure.

Talks on visas, job creation to figure in Modi's meet with CEOs

Talks on visas, job creation to figure in Modi's meet with CEOs

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

The CEOs round table is expected to be attended by Apple chief Tim Cook, Walmart head Doug McMillon, Caterpillar's Jim Umpleby, Google head Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella.

New documentary reveals major doping concerns

New documentary reveals major doping concerns

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

A new Kenyan television programme that corroborates the findings from a 2012 German documentary alleging unethical doctors were providing banned drugs to athletes, has set off alarms at the World Anti-Doping Agency.

Late lapse costs Woods share of lead

Late lapse costs Woods share of lead

Rediff.com14 Dec 2007

Tiger Woods double-bogeyed the final hole to surrender a share of the lead in the Target World Challenge.

Russian athletes set to return as WADA lifts doping ban

Russian athletes set to return as WADA lifts doping ban

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Although the change will have no immediate effect on current bans on the Russian federations for athletics, weightlifting and paralympics, it opens the door for their return, following the reinstatement of the Russian Olympic Committee after the country was banned from this year's Winter Games in South Korea.

Sikh man booted from Trump rally for 'Stop Hate' banner

Sikh man booted from Trump rally for 'Stop Hate' banner

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

The man started his peaceful protest impromptu, when Trump was addressing an impressive campaign rally on Sunday with his signature anti-Muslim speech.

'Tears were streaming down Nehru's face'

'Tears were streaming down Nehru's face'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

A tribute to James W Michaels, the long time Forbes editor who broke the story of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination.

WH Chief of Staff John Kelly to leave by year end: Trump

WH Chief of Staff John Kelly to leave by year end: Trump

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Nick Ayers, the 36-year-old chief of staff to the vice-president Mike Pence, is Kelly's likely successor.

McDermott, Wilson return to co-chair India Caucus

McDermott, Wilson return to co-chair India Caucus

Rediff.com30 Jan 2007

McDermott last co-chaired the Caucus from 2000-2002 and Wilson from 2002-2004. They will succeed Representatives Gary Ackerman, New York Democrat and Ileana Ros Lehtinen, Florida Republican.

Cricket Buzz: Why Vidarbha-ROI Irani Cup game was called off

Cricket Buzz: Why Vidarbha-ROI Irani Cup game was called off

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

The decision left everyone wondering if the on-field umpires faltered in calling off the game, but the Vidarbha player, said nothing like that had happened.

Review: Ignore this Premonition

Review: Ignore this Premonition

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

Sandra Bullock stars in a suspense drama that leaves you very bored.

Casey Affleck: From Oceans to an Oscar by the Sea...

Casey Affleck: From Oceans to an Oscar by the Sea...

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

The journey of the star who swept the Best Actor of the Year awards at the Oscars, the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs.

Whose posters do SRK, Salman paste on their walls?

Whose posters do SRK, Salman paste on their walls?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Take a look.

The odd, crazy world we live in!

The odd, crazy world we live in!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Moments that show it's an odd, odd world we live in.

US: Interfaith panel to push for Gandhi monument

US: Interfaith panel to push for Gandhi monument

Rediff.com15 Sep 2007

Announcing the formation of the committee, conveners Reverend Gene Savoy Jr and Rajan Zed said their aim is to commemorate the philosophy of non-violence and peace.

184 gardeners, 28 cooks, 37 drivers, 57 cleaners... All the President's Men and Women

184 gardeners, 28 cooks, 37 drivers, 57 cleaners... All the President's Men and Women

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

An RTI plea reveals that Rashtrapati Bhavan employs 545 people, and incurs a monthly wage bill of Rs 1,34,68,927.

Hollywood stars turn to The Bible

Hollywood stars turn to The Bible

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

Coming soon: Hollywood stars reading out the Bible on CD.

Canadian police department appoints Hindu chaplain

Canadian police department appoints Hindu chaplain

Rediff.com9 Apr 2007

Pandit Damodar Sharma recently became the first ever Hindu chaplain to work for the Durham Regional Police (Ontario, Canada), or for any police department in Ontario.

Nocturnal Federer makes light of day shift

Nocturnal Federer makes light of day shift

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

The defending champion did not require his dazzling best against 80th-ranked Hungarian Marton Fucsovics in his first match scheduled during the day session but still emerged a comfortable 6-4, 7-6(3), 6-2 winner.

Returning Serena Williams ready to deny Paris convention

Returning Serena Williams ready to deny Paris convention

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Serena Williams has never been one to take too much notice of convention.

Does Bhansali glorify jauhar?

Does Bhansali glorify jauhar?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

'I am angry because this ever happened.' 'I am sad because it's painful to think what they must be going through.' 'I am glad we've fought hard to break through such cruel tradition.' 'But it burns my blood to think we're still holding on to regressive culture that is stemmed from preserving this so-called honour,' says Sukanya Verma.

The book that inspired me

The book that inspired me

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

US buildings, Indian architects

US buildings, Indian architects

Rediff.com23 Mar 2007

More architecture firms are offshoring. One California firm found outsourcing helped it cut fees by 30%.

Canada, India agree on 5-fold increase in flights

Canada, India agree on 5-fold increase in flights

Rediff.com8 Jun 2005

India and Canada have agreed to liberalise the current bilateral air transport agreement, effective immediately, allowing a five-fold increase in passenger flights between the two countries.

18 years on, spin legend Kumble relives his 'Perfect 10'

18 years on, spin legend Kumble relives his 'Perfect 10'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

The Indian spin legend fondly recollected what easily got elevated to the top echelon of achievements in international cricket.

Paes-Damm advance to second round

Paes-Damm advance to second round

Rediff.com13 Mar 2007

However, Mahesh Bhupathi and his Czech partner Radek Stepanek were ousted by the French duo of Julien Bennetean and Richard Gasquet at the Pacific Life Open.

'Terrible thing', Mission Shakti created 400 pieces of debris: NASA

'Terrible thing', Mission Shakti created 400 pieces of debris: NASA

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The US space agency also warned that the risk of debris colliding with the International Space Station has risen by 44 per cent since Mission Shakti.

With over 17 million tweets, Trump, Clinton debate breaks records

With over 17 million tweets, Trump, Clinton debate breaks records

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Donald Trump accounted for 64 per cent of the conversation on this social media website, while Clinton accounted for 36 per cent.

He may have an answer to energy problems

He may have an answer to energy problems

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

An alternative to oil? Check. Completely green? Check. Economical? Check. So why has the entrepreneur been sued, pilloried, and lampooned?