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'We Forced NDA To Talk About Jobs'

'We Forced NDA To Talk About Jobs'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'When the BJP wanted the election to focus on 'ghuspathiya' and promises that look like pies in the sky, we forced them to talk about jobs, giving free 125 units of power, and addressing women's indebtedness.'

J-K govt restores darbar move practice, cancels LG's order

J-K govt restores darbar move practice, cancels LG's order

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the closure of Darbar Move offices in Srinagar on October 31, following Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's announcement to restore the tradition. The Darbar Move, which involves shifting government offices between Srinagar and Jammu, was scrapped in 2021 but is now being reinstated.

Bumrah Vs Rabada: Battle Of Fire At Eden!

Bumrah Vs Rabada: Battle Of Fire At Eden!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The series promises a fascinating duel between the two modern-day pace greats.

Hamilton has full faith in Ferrari after China debacle

Hamilton has full faith in Ferrari after China debacle

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his total confidence in Ferrari after the Italian Formula One team's double disqualification in China.

Mahindra XEV 9e Mid Variant: The Future Is Here!

Mahindra XEV 9e Mid Variant: The Future Is Here!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

The Mahindra XEV 9e mid variant, particularly the PACK TWO, presents a compelling package with a strong emphasis on futuristic design, advanced technology, and passenger comfort, notes Rajesh Karkera.

L&T takes on global peers with electrolyser play

L&T takes on global peers with electrolyser play

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is preparing the ground to begin the commercial sale of electrolysers in September, which would be 50 per cent cheaper than its European counterparts, a senior company executive has said. An electrolyser is a key equipment required for the generation of green hydrogen. Last quarter, L&T manufactured its first electrolyser as a prototype.

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Aiming to list Jio in first half of 2026: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Reliance Jio, India's biggest telecom operator, is planning to launch an initial public offering (IPO) and listing on bourses in the first half of 2026, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Friday. Jio is currently a unit of Reliance Industries Ltd, India's most valuable company.

US tariff tide may lift India's exports, reckons NITI Aayog

US tariff tide may lift India's exports, reckons NITI Aayog

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

India has a comparative edge over key competitors in a majority of products it exports to the US and stands to gain market share as the US raises tariffs on its major trade partners, NITI Aayog said on Monday. In its quarterly trade report, it recommended that the government fast-track the India-US free trade agreement with time-bound goals to resolve non-tariff barriers and finalise digital trade rules on data flows and e-signatures to support services exports.

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

BYD's Latest EV Makes a Splash in Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

The BYD Sealion 7 offers instant, exhilarating power, effortlessly pinning you to your seat with a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 4.5 seconds -- a performance proudly showcased on its rear badging.

Agarkar on why K L Rahul was dropped for T20 World Cup

Agarkar on why K L Rahul was dropped for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson got the nod as the two wicketkeepers in India's 15-member squad.

'Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue'

'Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'The government is actively engaging with EU to ensure that concerns of Indian companies and hard-to-abate sectors are adequately addressed under CBAM'

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

More than a dozen Mountain Rescue Teams assisted thousands of pilgrims during this year's Amarnath pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on Monday, as the annual yatra concluded with more than 5.10 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine.

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The foremost lesson for India today is to beef up its air defence to cater for multiple drone attacks. As seen in Operation Sindoor, we have come a long way, but there's room for getting better. We must develop a robust and almost impregnable air cover over ourselves, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

ISRO Will Spend 550 Cr On Shukla's ISS Trip

ISRO Will Spend 550 Cr On Shukla's ISS Trip

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

If Rakesh Sharma represented the dreams of a nascent India looking outward, Shubhanshu Shukla embodies a confident India reaching for the controls.

Mbappe named France captain

Mbappe named France captain

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Paris St Germain forward Kylian Mbappe has been named France captain to succeed Hugo Lloris.

Nadal rejects claycourt invite, keeps eyes on Roland Garros

Nadal rejects claycourt invite, keeps eyes on Roland Garros

Rediff.com14 May 2023

The French Open, which Nadal has won a record 14 times including last year, starts on May 28.

French Prez says no Russian flag at Paris Olympics

French Prez says no Russian flag at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Some Ukrainian athletes see their nation's current blanket ban on competing against Russians and Belarusians -- regardless of the flag athletes from those two countries compete under -- as a self-inflicted wound damaging sports stars' careers.

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

In its latest order, the Himachal Pradesh High Court directed the Sports Ministry observer and the Returning Officer to issue a fresh election schedule before April 28, when the case is set to be heard again.

Axis Bank, L&T, Thermax: Chris Wood rejigs India equity portfolio

Axis Bank, L&T, Thermax: Chris Wood rejigs India equity portfolio

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Christopher Wood, global head of equity strategy at Jefferies has rejigged his equity portfolios. In his Asia ex-Japan long-only portfolio, he has added Axis Bank (5 per cent weightage) and increased holding in Larsen & Toubro (L&T) by one percentage point. This, Wood said, will be paid for by removing the investment in ICICI Lombard General Insurance and reducing the investments in HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries (RIL) by one percentage point each.

World Cup: Another injury blow for France

World Cup: Another injury blow for France

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Lucas Hernandez's World Cup campaign is over after the France defender sustained a knee injury in the defending champions' 4-1 win over Australia in Group D on Tuesday.

Endoscopic, robotic cameras to search for trapped SLBC workers

Endoscopic, robotic cameras to search for trapped SLBC workers

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Endoscopic and robotic cameras on Monday were brought to the Nagarkurnool (SLBC) tunnel for the rescue operation.

PSG's Di Maria, Marquinhos' homes robbed during match

PSG's Di Maria, Marquinhos' homes robbed during match

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

Paris St Germain players Angel Di Maria and Marquinhos were robbed during their club's Sunday home game against Nantes, French sports daily L'Equipe said, adding members of their families were held hostage during the events.

How The IAF Smashed Pakistan Air Force

How The IAF Smashed Pakistan Air Force

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The attacks against the Pakistani air force have taken them at least five years back and caused great damage to them and their Chinese and Turkish inventory of weapons.

IPL 2025: Meet The Delhi Capitals Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Delhi Capitals Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The Delhi Capitals have made significant strides in their pursuit of IPL glory, assembling a formidable squad for the 2025 season.

Are You Ready For The Mahindra BE 6e?

Are You Ready For The Mahindra BE 6e?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Mahindra Electric's latest offering, the BE 6e, is not just an electric vehicle, it's a revolution, asserts Rajesh Karkera.

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Messi still made to wait for PSG debut

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

PSG's big buy has been left out squad for the Ligue 1 match against Brest.

PSG to not renew Messi's contract?

PSG to not renew Messi's contract?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Leeds sack Gracia, Allardyce to step in till season ends

Player tests positive at French Open: newspaper

Player tests positive at French Open: newspaper

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

French sports daily L'Equipe said at least one of the 152 samples tested during the tournament had been positive.

Trump Announces F-35 Jet Deal, Billions in Military Sales To India

Trump Announces F-35 Jet Deal, Billions in Military Sales To India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

India and the United States have agreed to deepen their strategic partnership in several key areas, with President Donald Trump announcing plans to provide India with F-35 fighter jets and billions of dollars in military supplies. The two leaders also discussed energy cooperation, critical technologies, connectivity, and countering terrorism. They agreed to work together on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and Trump noted India's reforms to welcome US nuclear technologies. Prime Minister Modi said the two countries can shape a better world through their cooperation. Both leaders also addressed the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Modi stressing India's commitment to peace.

Politics over NEP heats up, TN to protest on Tuesday

Politics over NEP heats up, TN to protest on Tuesday

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Tamil Nadu is set to protest against the National Education Policy (NEP) on February 18, with the ruling DMK and its allies announcing a demonstration. The state government has been at odds with the Centre over the implementation of the NEP and the three-language formula proposed in the policy. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan dismissed the state's opposition as "politics" and asserted that the Centre is committed to implementing the NEP across the country. The DMK, however, accused the Centre of encroaching on the state's rights and using the office of the Governor to push the NEP.

The player who could replace Neymar at Barcelona...

The player who could replace Neymar at Barcelona...

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

With Brazilian striker Neymar on the verge of a record-breaking move from Barcelona to Paris St Germain, according to the player's agent, Mbappe would represent an ideal replacement at the Catalan club should that transfer go ahead.

Pinaka Missile Is Ready For The Enemy!

Pinaka Missile Is Ready For The Enemy!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

The Enhanced Pinaka has demonstrated a range of 75 km and an ability to strike within 10 metres of where it is aimed. This allows a Pinaka battery to destroy a terrorist camp, or an enemy post, logistics dump or headquarters, without sending soldiers across the border.

Al-Hilal tempts Messi with lucrative offer for next season

Al-Hilal tempts Messi with lucrative offer for next season

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The 35-year-old Messi has also been linked in the media with a move back to boyhood club Barcelona

World Cup final referee hits back at criticism from French media

World Cup final referee hits back at criticism from French media

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Marciniak responded to the criticism in a unique manner.

Schumacher blinks during brain tests: reports

Schumacher blinks during brain tests: reports

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

Michael Schumacher has blinked during brain tests as he is slowly brought out of his month-long coma, according to reports in French newspaper L'Equipe.

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

PSG renew terms with Mbappe while Di Maria departs

Rediff.com21 May 2022

The France forward, whose current contract expires on June 30, had been widely tipped to join Real Madrid.

It's Real Madrid or nothing for Ribery

It's Real Madrid or nothing for Ribery

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

Franck Ribery wants to leave Bayern Munich and join Real Madrid, sports daily L'Equipe quoted the France midfielder as saying on Thursday.

Togo to play in Angola despite attack

Togo to play in Angola despite attack

Rediff.com10 Jan 2010

Togo's soccer team has decided to play in the African Nations Cup following a deadly attack on the squad, even though its government has withdrawn the side, French sports newspaper L'Equipe reported on Sunday.

Paris Mayor's vow: No Russians at 2024 Olympics

Paris Mayor's vow: No Russians at 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Paris mayor vows to keep Russian, Belarusian athletes out of Olympics

Platini will be suspended for several years: FIFA

Platini will be suspended for several years: FIFA

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

Suspended European football chief Michel Platini will "be suspended for several years", the spokesman of FIFA's ethics committee Andreas Bantel told French sports daily L'Equipe.