News for 'Lifeline'

EPL: Bottom side Norwich stun high-flying Leicester

EPL: Bottom side Norwich stun high-flying Leicester

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Norwich City's Jamal Lewis threw his relegation-threatened side a lifeline with a a 70th-minute goal to beat visiting Premier League high-flyers Leicester City 1-0 and secure a vital three points on Friday. Norwich remain bottom of the table but are now only four points from the safety zone -- three adrift of Watford and West Ham United with Aston Villa another point ahead.

Chinese military drills near Taiwan conclude with island attack

Chinese military drills near Taiwan conclude with island attack

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

The Chinese military, on the last day of its largest-ever military exercises to vent out its anger over United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, carried out island saturation attack drills in the Taiwan Straits, amid global concerns of a full-scale attack to annex the breakaway island which Beijing claims is part of its territory.

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Real Madrid fought back from the brink of elimination to beat Manchester City 3-1 after extra time and 6-5 on aggregate in an enthralling and dramatic Champions League semi-final on Wednesday.

Turning Point: Watson-Rayudu rescue CSK

Turning Point: Watson-Rayudu rescue CSK

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Curran, who started positively from the outset, then smashed two sixes and as many boundaries off Khaleel Ahmed in the fourth over

Rain wreaks havoc in parts of India; 17 dead, thousands moved to safety

Rain wreaks havoc in parts of India; 17 dead, thousands moved to safety

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Incessant showers caused landslides and floods in various parts of the country leaving at least 17 people dead on Wednesday while thousands more were forced to move to safety as rivers swelled and water reservoirs filled up fast.

Heavy rains continue to lash Maha, 2 killed in landslide

Heavy rains continue to lash Maha, 2 killed in landslide

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Incessant showers lashed Mumbai and its neighbouring areas on Wednesday morning, leading to flooding in many low-lying areas and traffic snarls on roads.

Downpour inundates parts of Mumbai, normal life hit, IMD predicts more

Downpour inundates parts of Mumbai, normal life hit, IMD predicts more

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Mumbai and its adjoining areas were lashed by heavy showers on Tuesday, causing water-logging at a number of places, including railway tracks, which slowed the movement of trains and vehicles on roads.

Only essential govt staff will be allowed on Mumbai locals

Only essential govt staff will be allowed on Mumbai locals

Rediff.com22 Mar 2020

In a bid to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, only government personnel engaged in providing essential services would be allowed to travel by local trains in Mumbai from Sunday night, a release by the Konkan divisional commissioner said on Saturday night. The restriction, which will effectively shut down the train services, Mumbai's lifeline, will come into effect from the midnight of Sunday, March 22, the release said.

Guess who interviewed Mahesh Babu!

Guess who interviewed Mahesh Babu!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

It was the best interview of my life,' declares the delighted father.

How Basanti Devi Saved The Kosi River

How Basanti Devi Saved The Kosi River

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

'I am happy that Kosi Ma is alive and now she is looking after us.' 'I am proud of what I did.'

Chintan Shivir: Cong to bring these sweeping changes in the party

Chintan Shivir: Cong to bring these sweeping changes in the party

Rediff.com13 May 2022

The Congress is likely to enforce the 'One family, one ticket' formula granting exemption to only another family member who has been doing 'exemplary work' for the party for a period of at least five years, as the grand old party promised big ticket changes while acknowledging that it had not kept pace with changing times.

'China Wants To keep India On The Hook'

'China Wants To keep India On The Hook'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

'This was Indian land the PLA advanced on and occupied.' 'The Chinese then 'negotiated' a pullback of their troops a small distance on Indian territory even as Indian jawans draw back further into India from the forward position.' 'An apparently satisfied Indian government says this is a great move for peace! How great is that for China!'

Mizoram seeks Centre's intervention in lifting 'economic blockade'

Mizoram seeks Centre's intervention in lifting 'economic blockade'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

In a letter addressed to Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla, Mizoram Home Secretary Lalbiaksangi said that National Highway 306, the state's lifeline that connects it with the rest of the country, has been blocked in Assam since July 26.

'I will never claim I was the man who made Rohit Sharma'

'I will never claim I was the man who made Rohit Sharma'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'Rohit had so much talent that he would have made it anyhow, under any coach, but I am happy I was able to guide him.'

India-China Ladakh standoff: 20 ITBP troops given gallantry medals

India-China Ladakh standoff: 20 ITBP troops given gallantry medals

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Twenty personnel of the India-China LAC guarding Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) force, who displayed bravery during the violent clashes and ongoing military standoff between the two countries in the eastern Ladakh region in May-June 2020, were on Sunday decorated with police gallantry medals.

Major power outage halts trains in Mumbai; govt orders probe

Major power outage halts trains in Mumbai; govt orders probe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

Train movement halted between Andheri and Churchgate railway stations as the power supply stopped, Western Railway's chief public relations officer Sumit Thakur said.

PIX: Chelsea lose at Southampton, Fulham beat Brighton

PIX: Chelsea lose at Southampton, Fulham beat Brighton

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

A summary of Tuesday's action in the Premier League.

PSU banks had worst time in Dr Singh-Rajan tenure: FM

PSU banks had worst time in Dr Singh-Rajan tenure: FM

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

"I'm taking a minute to respond... I do respect Raghuram Rajan as a great scholar who chose to be in the central bank in India at a time when the Indian economy was all buoyant," Sitharaman said during the lecture organised by the Deepak and Neera Raj Centre on Indian Economic Policies of the Columbia University.

First pic: Neha, Angad's daughter, Mehr!

First pic: Neha, Angad's daughter, Mehr!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Proud grandfather Bishan Singh Bedi couldn't resist sharing her picture with the world.

Will Govt Cut PSBs Loose?

Will Govt Cut PSBs Loose?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Merely bringing down the government stake below 51% may not find any taker for the PSBs. The government must bring down its holding to at least 26%, recommends Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

AC local train services begin on central line in Mumbai

AC local train services begin on central line in Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

A Central Railway official said they have introduced 10 AC local services on the CR's main line for the first time, replacing the ordinary suburban services, on an 'experimental basis' and they hope to get a good response for it.

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

EPL PIX: Arsenal rally to beat West Ham; Spurs held

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

A round-up of the action in the English Premier League on Monday.

Liverpool's Adrian goes from club less to hero

Liverpool's Adrian goes from club less to hero

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Klopp mimicked Silver Stallone in the Rocky movies when he yelled "Adrian!" into the television microphone and he was clearly appreciative of his goalkeeper's efforts.

Vince ton spoils Azam's party as England beat Pakistan in high-scoring game

Vince ton spoils Azam's party as England beat Pakistan in high-scoring game

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

England clinched the three-match one-day international series against Pakistan

Explosion at major global port in Dubai causes huge fire

Explosion at major global port in Dubai causes huge fire

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The blast occurred in the container aboard the vessel, preparing to dock away from the Jebel Ali Port's main shipping line at around midnight.

Top Performers: Shaw, Dhawan seal the deal

Top Performers: Shaw, Dhawan seal the deal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Openers Shikhar Dhawan and Prithvi Shaw hit quickfire fifties as they put on a decisive opening stand of 138 runs from just 81 balls, completely exposing the lack of depth in the CSK bowling.

India can bet on 3 positives for economic revival: Ex-RBI Guv Subbarao

India can bet on 3 positives for economic revival: Ex-RBI Guv Subbarao

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Though COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown left a trail of economic devastation on most countries, India can potentially build upon three positive aspects - push in the rural economy, stronger federalism and a huge consumption base, former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao Rao has said. In his foreword on a Telugu book titled "Maandhyam Mungita Desam" (Nation in Recession) authored by Tummala Kishore, he said the challenge for the government in the months and years ahead is clear: to put the economy back on a healthy growth trajectory and ensure that growth is inclusive, with lower income households too enjoying the benefits of rapid growth.

Allow Mumbai local trains for all: Maha govt to Rlys

Allow Mumbai local trains for all: Maha govt to Rlys

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

At present only certain categories of persons including essential services staff can travel by local trains, Mumbai's lifeline, due to the coronavirus threat.

WC Qualifier: Injury-time goal saves India against Afghanistan

WC Qualifier: Injury-time goal saves India against Afghanistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

India remained winless in their qualifying campaign so far.

IPL PIX: Russell's heroics in vain as KKR lose to Gujarat

IPL PIX: Russell's heroics in vain as KKR lose to Gujarat

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Andre Russell's pyrotechnics proved to be too little too late in the end as Gujarat Titans defended a small total to clinch a dramatic eight-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders in a thrilling IPL 2022 match.

Top Performer: De Kock is back to form!

Top Performer: De Kock is back to form!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

Quinton de Kock finally found form as he stroked his first half-century in IPL 2021 to power Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket victory against Rajasthan Royals, in the IPL match, in Delhi on Thursday.

Star Performer: Stoinis assault flattens RCB

Star Performer: Stoinis assault flattens RCB

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

It was Marcus Stoinis at his destructive best on Monday as he took the RCB bowling apart in the final few overs.

Turning Point: Hetmyer's heroics in vain

Turning Point: Hetmyer's heroics in vain

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

Shimron Hetmyer's magnificent half-century went in vain as Delhi Capitals suffered a slender one-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore in a thrilling IPL encounter in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

For some, the delayed Asian Games means more time to rest and prepare, for others the postponement has "messed up" their planning.

Top Performer: Kishan a smashing hit

Top Performer: Kishan a smashing hit

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

He started off with a boundary off the first ball he faced in international T20 cricket and did not look back from that point. He glanced Jofra Archer fine on the leg side for his first four before pulling Sam Curran for another four in the next over.

Future's poor FY21 results could spell trouble for Biyani

Future's poor FY21 results could spell trouble for Biyani

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

For the fiscal ended 2021, the group has made a loss of Rs 5,943 crore on sales of Rs 11,723 crore, a drop of 66 per cent over fiscal 2020. The group's total debt was up by 7 per cent to Rs 20,742 crore.

Congress gets happy tidings from Kerala, with resounding win in Thrikkakara bypoll

Congress gets happy tidings from Kerala, with resounding win in Thrikkakara bypoll

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

A little over a year after it retained power in Kerala with a massive victory, the CPI-M-led Left Democratic Front suffered a huge setback on Friday in a bypoll held to Thrikkakara assembly constituency, with Congress candidate Uma Thomas winning with a historic margin of 25,016 votes, giving a boost to the morale of the party-led United Democratic Front in the southern state.

WATCH: Akshay Kumar performs DANGEROUS stunts!

WATCH: Akshay Kumar performs DANGEROUS stunts!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

The actor has posted a video of him doing dangerous action during the making of Sooryavanshi.

Ashwin is Back and How!

Ashwin is Back and How!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

'The way he has performed in the IPL, he has been picked for the T20 World Cup.'

13 photographs of Mumbai local trains you must see today

13 photographs of Mumbai local trains you must see today

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Snapshots from a day in the life of Mumbai's lifeline.