News for 'Kolkata and Chennai'

Chennai tops in mobile penetration

Chennai tops in mobile penetration

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Mumbai is a distant number two with 90 per cent, followed by Delhi at 83 per cent. The fourth metro, Kolkata, is way behind with 67 per cent. The four metros account for 16 per cent of the country's mobile subscriber base, but 25 per cent of the total revenue. That means their residents use their phones more and pay fatter bills than subscribers elsewhere in the country. This is the user profile that rings a bell for mobile phone marketers.

Why KKR Splurged Rs 24.75 Cr on Starc!

Why KKR Splurged Rs 24.75 Cr on Starc!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

KKR CEO Venky Mysore justifies Mitchell Starc's huge pay check from skill-set standpoint

India's T20 WC Squad: Shivam vs Rinku, Gill vs Jaiswal shootout possible

India's T20 WC Squad: Shivam vs Rinku, Gill vs Jaiswal shootout possible

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

The national selection committee is unlikely to blood any rookie IPL performer during the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas but a couple of tried-and-tested faces might have to brace up for disappointment when the squad is finalised by the end of this month.

Surprise! Indians want to CHEAT on their partners

Surprise! Indians want to CHEAT on their partners

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

As many as 30.5% users from Delhi said they were most likely to cheat on their partners within the first three months of their relationship.

Will IPL matches be shifted out of Chennai?

Will IPL matches be shifted out of Chennai?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

"The cricket board has been apprised of our sentiments," Fisheries minister D Jayakumar said.

Classical dancer shot dead in another attack on Indians in US

Classical dancer shot dead in another attack on Indians in US

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

In yet another deadly attack on Indians and Indian-Americans in the United States in recent months, a 34-year-old trained classical dancer from India and a student of Washington University, was shot dead in St Louis, Missouri.

Does Young India Care About Elections 2024?

Does Young India Care About Elections 2024?

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Politics is not on the radar of 18 to 21-year-old Indians, reveals Rama Bijapurkar.

McGrath tells Bumrah: Take an 'off-season' or risk it all!

McGrath tells Bumrah: Take an 'off-season' or risk it all!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Jasprit Bumrah needs an 'off-season' since his bowling action with an 'extensive effort' could result in ace India pacer suffering further injuries

IPL 2024 Moments To Remember...

IPL 2024 Moments To Remember...

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The hot button moments of IPL 2024...

AI to launch additional flights from six cities

AI to launch additional flights from six cities

Rediff.com14 May 2010

National air carrier Air India on Friday said it would launch additional flights from six cities to tap summer passenger traffic, starting from tomorrow.

Odisha train collision: Army jawans, IAF choppers deployed for relief ops

Odisha train collision: Army jawans, IAF choppers deployed for relief ops

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The operations are being carried out in coordination with the railway authorities on the ground, he said.

Seen Ajinkya Rahane 2.0?

Seen Ajinkya Rahane 2.0?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'Jinx Rahane has just played one of the greatest shots I've ever seen.'

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

'Rinku is special, Jaiswal is a cricket nut'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

'Another one of those for me is Ruturaj Gaikwad. He is an all-format player and should have played for India a lot more than he has but the competition is so much that he hasn't played much. '

Dhoni blames dew for CSK's defeat vs KKR

Dhoni blames dew for CSK's defeat vs KKR

Rediff.com15 May 2023

MS Dhoni blamed the dewy conditions for their loss and expressed satisfaction with Shivam Dube's performance

World Cup 2023: Australia aim to exploit 'cracks' in India's batting

World Cup 2023: Australia aim to exploit 'cracks' in India's batting

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Australia's pacer Josh Hazlewood says he saw a 'few cracks' while rattling their top-order in their World Cup league clash last month.

IPL 2024 auction: 333 players to go under the hammer

IPL 2024 auction: 333 players to go under the hammer

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The roster for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Player Auction has been unveiled, featuring 333 cricketers scheduled to go under the gavel in Dubai at the Coca-Cola Arena on December 19th.

Rain likely to affect 2nd India-Aus ODI in Kolkata

Rain likely to affect 2nd India-Aus ODI in Kolkata

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

the weathermen has not ruled out the possibility of intermittent showers, especially in the evening.

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

My best is yet to come, says CSK's Rahane

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Ajinkya Rahane blasted his way to a sensational 71 from 29 balls, to power CSK to victory against KKR.

Lara, Murali, Sanga Battle It Out!

Lara, Murali, Sanga Battle It Out!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Legends Brian Lara and Muttiah Muralitharan plotted the course for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara led the way for Rajasthan Royals.

Why salaried class wants IT exemption limit raised

Why salaried class wants IT exemption limit raised

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

The survey was conducted in major places like Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Pune, Chandigarh and Dehradun on 'Budget 2013: Common man's expectations from the FM', the industry body said.

The Real Messi-ah...

The Real Messi-ah...

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

The board outside St Michael's Church at Mahim in north central Mumbai often has messages that bring a smile to the faces of drivers and passengers hurrying in thick traffic outside the church which draws worshippers from all faiths to its novena every Wednesday.

Will induct more women in forces, says Modi; hints at Indianising Navy ranks

Will induct more women in forces, says Modi; hints at Indianising Navy ranks

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Modi lauded the Navy following the announcement that a woman officer would be commanding a Naval ship for the time time.

DGCA awaits FAA report on Boeing 787

DGCA awaits FAA report on Boeing 787

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Recently, there have been technical mishaps, including an electrical fire and a brake problem, involving the aircraft.

Dhoni is co-owner of Chennai football franchise

Dhoni is co-owner of Chennai football franchise

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

Dhoni on Monday became the co-owner of Chennaiyin FC, one of the eight franchise of Indian Super League.

Hotel rates in Ahmedabad skyrocket for Indo-Pak WC tie

Hotel rates in Ahmedabad skyrocket for Indo-Pak WC tie

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

India will begin its campaign on October 8 against Australia in Chennai.

Struggling Chennai look to get back to winning ways

Struggling Chennai look to get back to winning ways

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Seeking to end their losing streak at home, Chennai Super Kings will have their task cut out when they take on an improved Deccan Chargers in an Indian Premier League match in Chennai on Friday.

Warner scripts new IPL record!

Warner scripts new IPL record!

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Warner also has scored 1,075 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Best City For Women To Work Is...

Best City For Women To Work Is...

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

'That the South and West regions are more women-friendly in terms of employment is not a surprise.'

BCCI plans massive upgrade ahead of World Cup

BCCI plans massive upgrade ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

With an estimated cost of over Rs 500 crore, BCCI is planning a massive upgrade to the stadiums, ahead of the ODI World Cup in October-November in India.

Urbanisation to fuel 40% rise in power demand

Urbanisation to fuel 40% rise in power demand

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

According to the 18th Electric Power Survey conducted by the Central Electricity Authority , the mega cities with population above two million, apart from Delhi, are Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Kanpur, Lucknow, Jaipur, Nagpur and Indore.

CSK in play-offs, but 'home advantage' still a bother

CSK in play-offs, but 'home advantage' still a bother

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Chennai Super Kings may struggle to capitalise on the home advantage during the IPL play-offs as they are still "not sure" of the conditions at the Chepauk, says head coach Stephen Fleming.

Quake hits Andaman, tremors in Chennai, Kolkata

Quake hits Andaman, tremors in Chennai, Kolkata

Rediff.com11 Aug 2009

A great intensity earthquake of 7.6 magnitude on Richter scale struck off the Andaman and Nicobar islands today, Indian Meteorological Department said.

IPL 2022: What's Dhoni upto?

IPL 2022: What's Dhoni upto?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Former Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni enjoyed his time ahead of the IPL opening match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai on Saturday.

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Municipal corporations penalise late property tax payments. 'Penalties can include attachment of properties, bank accounts, rent and other movable assets," says Anand Moorthy, co-founder, Square Yards.

Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Why villas have become homebuyers' favourite choice

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

This shift is driven by a pursuit of a superior lifestyle and an innate desire to be grounded in an owned plot of land. Villas, situated within gated housing societies, have gained popularity as a property type, witnessing strong traction due to elevated aspirations and the need for more living space.

Check out IPL-14 schedule

Check out IPL-14 schedule

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

The complete schedule of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League.

Why Is This Child Opening Libraries?

Why Is This Child Opening Libraries?

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Akarshana Sathish collected 4,834 books and used them to open three libraries for children in Hyderabad.

BCCI has not ruled out Chennai as World T20 venue: Thakur

BCCI has not ruled out Chennai as World T20 venue: Thakur

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai faces certain problems ahead of the ICC World Twenty20 next year, but the BCCI has not yet ruled out the ground as one of the venues for the biennial event.