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No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

In his address, CJI Chandrachud recounted his journey, from sitting in the last row of the court as a young law student to his time on the revered corridors of the top court.

India gear up to settle the score against Germany

India gear up to settle the score against Germany

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

India eye Paris revenge against Germany in Test series as international hockey returns to Delhi

'My Seniors Have Been Neglecting My Contribution'

'My Seniors Have Been Neglecting My Contribution'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

A scientist working at a government research institute funded by the University Grants Commission shares his experience.

Manu Bhaker Meets Her Nani At Last

Manu Bhaker Meets Her Nani At Last

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker received a hero's welcome when she arrived at her maternal grandparents' home in Jhajjar.

What went wrong for Congress in Haryana

What went wrong for Congress in Haryana

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

As the Bharatiya Janata Party looks set to retain Haryana, the Congress' poll campaign, which was built around various issues including unemployment, farmers' plight and Agnipath scheme, appeared to have failed to click with a majority of the voters.

LSG appoint Zaheer Khan as mentor

LSG appoint Zaheer Khan as mentor

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Zaheer Khan returns to the IPL fold after two years, having been associated with five-time champions Mumbai Indians from 2018-2022.

Paralympics: Kathuniya bags silver in men's discus throw

Paralympics: Kathuniya bags silver in men's discus throw

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The F-56 is a seating field event class for differently-abled athletes.

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Indian cricket is set to embark on a new era under new T20 captain Suryakumar Kumar and new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

IPL Auctions: Punjab Kings expected to break the bank for Pant

IPL Auctions: Punjab Kings expected to break the bank for Pant

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

RCB might show interest in KL Rahul.

'We've learnt our lesson': Pak PM seeks talks with Modi

'We've learnt our lesson': Pak PM seeks talks with Modi

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

'We have had three wars with India, and they have only brought more misery, poverty, and unemployment to the people'

India's spin duo is a nightmare: Rachin warns

India's spin duo is a nightmare: Rachin warns

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Ashwin and Jadeja together have grabbed over 800 Test wickets, and are among the most experienced bowling pairs in world cricket at present.

How long will Haryana rout haunt Congress?

How long will Haryana rout haunt Congress?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Even as parleys continue in both states, the grand old party is expected to contest less than 110 seats in the November 20 polls for the 288-member Maharashtra assembly.

LK Advani discharged from AIIMS

LK Advani discharged from AIIMS

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

"Advani was admitted for old age-related issues and has been discharged," the AIIMS official said.

Pak umpire Aleem Dar recounts saddest day of his life

Pak umpire Aleem Dar recounts saddest day of his life

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Dar stood in 145 Tests, 231 ODIs and 72 T20 Internationals in a career spanning from 2000 to 2023.

Nair's domestic success sparks India Test recall hopes

Nair's domestic success sparks India Test recall hopes

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

It has been seven years since Karun has played a match for India but he has shown a bit of old fire in the last year or so, garnering runs for Vidarbha and for Northamptonshire in English county cricket.

'Gaadi atak gayi hai'

'Gaadi atak gayi hai'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The silver on Monday is Kathuniya's fifth consecutive second place finish since the Tokyo Paralympics in 2021.

PIX: First time in 91 years! India whitewashed at home

PIX: First time in 91 years! India whitewashed at home

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

IMAGES from Day 3 of the third Test between India and New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday

Woman among 2 killed, 9 hurt in militant attack in Manipur

Woman among 2 killed, 9 hurt in militant attack in Manipur

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

The militants fired indiscriminately from hilltop positions towards the low-lying valley areas of Koutruk and neighbouring Kadangband killing the woman and injuring four others, including her eight-year-old daughter and a police officer.

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Anil Patel, the secretary of Gujarat Cricket Association and Rohan Jaitley, son of late Arun Jaitley and the president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association are the two names in running to take over as BCCI secretary.

Kajol Salutes 2 Biggest Teachers Of Her Life

Kajol Salutes 2 Biggest Teachers Of Her Life

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Film folk celebrated their gurus on Teacher's Day by sharing lovely pictures and posts.

The Peeli-Peelis of Kolkata

The Peeli-Peelis of Kolkata

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

As Kolkata marches towards modernity, it is hard to imagine its streets without these cabs, notes Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

'I am not only his wife, but also a die-hard fan'

'I am not only his wife, but also a die-hard fan'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh's wife Aneeshya is all set to welcome home the Olympic medallist with traditional Malayali meal.

Hooda or Selja, who will be Cong's Haryana CM pick?

Hooda or Selja, who will be Cong's Haryana CM pick?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

On the eve of the Haryana assembly poll results, the issue of chief minister-ship has taken centre stage in the Congress with all eyes on its high command's next move as the party expects to regain power after 10 years in the state.

'Popular Cinema Has Spoiled Us'

'Popular Cinema Has Spoiled Us'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

'We think life will also have a happy ending, but for some people, it is not a happy ending... especially the victims and their family of any crime.'

Ajit Pawar admits mistake: 'Society doesn't like...'

Ajit Pawar admits mistake: 'Society doesn't like...'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Pawar tried to discourage party leader and state minister Dharmarao Baba Aatram's daughter Bhagyashri from crossing over to the Sharad Pawar-led NCP-SP.

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

'Filing a workplace harassment case against a well-known company or professional can bring risks like retaliation, harm to your career and emotional stress,' warns Smita Shetty Kapoor.

BJP leaders meet ahead of poll counting

BJP leaders meet ahead of poll counting

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

They are learnt to have taken stock of the prevailing political situation following the exit polls predicting a big win for the BJP-led alliance, and the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA)'s series of meetings rejecting the forecast and sticking to its claim that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government is on its way out.

Genetic Destiny Or Hard Work?

Genetic Destiny Or Hard Work?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Just as the atom and the byte needed careful societal control to prevent damage to society, perhaps, so does the gene, particularly in debates like 'genes vs merit', explains Ajit Balakrishnan.

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The members who were present at the 93rd BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru on Sunday requested incumbent secretary Jay Shah to speed up the process of finding his successor to keep the transition of power as smooth as possible.

What Air India Plans For Its Crews

What Air India Plans For Its Crews

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Some of the proposed policies have been welcomed by pilots and cabin crew, while others have sparked criticism.

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Damage from new shenanigans can be contained if regulators move quickly when something does not smell right, counsels Debashis Basu.

Afghanistan coach blames 'freakish rain' for abandoned Test

Afghanistan coach blames 'freakish rain' for abandoned Test

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott acknowledged the ground staff's diligent efforts to prepare the pitch for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Greater Noida.

CWG 2026 finds new host...

CWG 2026 finds new host...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The Scottish capital of Glasgow is set to be announced as the host city of a "scaled down" Commonwealth Games in 2026, a year after Australian state Victoria pulled out due to ballooning costs, according to reports.

Is Karan Johar Planning To Sell Dharma?

Is Karan Johar Planning To Sell Dharma?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Much of the discussion is happening at a "family level, not a corporate level". That means it is an Ambani or a Goenka in direct talks with Johar.

E-invoice mandate may cover B2C transactions

E-invoice mandate may cover B2C transactions

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Businesses across the country may soon be required to issue electronic invoices, or e-invoices, directly to consumers for the sale of goods and services. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, in its forthcoming meeting on Monday, is expected to discuss extending the e-invoicing mandate to cover business-to-consumer (B2C) transactions. Currently, e-invoicing is compulsory for businesses with a turnover of Rs 5 crore and above, but only for their business-to-business (B2B) transactions.

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

PCB to use new floodlights in ICC Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board will use new floodlights at stadiums in Karachi and Lahore for the Champions Trophy early next year.

From cricket to chess: The accidental Grandmaster

From cricket to chess: The accidental Grandmaster

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi was just another Indian kid who dreamt of becoming a cricketer in his childhood before an accidental initiation to chess, which he feels was a 'very happy accident'.

'There are a lot of good things that sir taught me'

'There are a lot of good things that sir taught me'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Yuvraj, Azhar pay tribute to Bishan Singh Bedi

Party must identify those behind Haryana loss: Cong's Selja

Party must identify those behind Haryana loss: Cong's Selja

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

A blame game began in the Congress on Tuesday as it failed in its bid to come back to power in Haryana after 10 years, with senior party leader Kumari Selja saying the party high command should assess all reasons that led to the disappointing result and identify the people responsible.

Shami likely to play in Ranji Trophy

Shami likely to play in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

The 34-year-old Shami last donned the national colours during the ODI World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad on November 19, last year.