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DLF stock falls for 3rd day; down over 4%

DLF stock falls for 3rd day; down over 4%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Shares of DLF slipped over 4 per cent on fresh allegations by activist Arvind Kerijwal about company's nexus with Robert Vadra and Haryana Government.

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Argentina, Dutch qualify for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Mbappe and Benzema inspire France to 2-0 win against Finland

Harting 'tares away' at discus Olympic glory

Harting 'tares away' at discus Olympic glory

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Germany's Olympic Committee won't mind footing the bill for new shirts for Robert Harting. The discus thrower has a tradition of tearing them up whenever he wins a major title and on Tuesday, it was a rip-roaring victory at the London Games.

US to probe India's 'Google tax'; levy non-discriminatory, says govt

US to probe India's 'Google tax'; levy non-discriminatory, says govt

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

The US Trade Representative's (USTR) office will also conduct the Section 301 probe against nine others, including Austria, Brazil, Indonesia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, the Czech Republic, the UK, and the EU, for levying or considering digital services taxes "discriminating against US companies".

US announces ceasefire deal with Turkey in Syria

US announces ceasefire deal with Turkey in Syria

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

It marked the first major meeting between the two countries since President Trump pulled US armed forces out of northern Syria.

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Zverev romp into third round

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Zverev romp into third round

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Images from Day 4 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Thursday.

Warne, Ponting to temporarily come out of retirement

Warne, Ponting to temporarily come out of retirement

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Warne, Ponting, Langer to play Twenty20 bushfire match; Serena donates Auckland winnings to help raise money.

Football Briefs: Bayern stretch Bundesliga lead with win over Bremen

Football Briefs: Bayern stretch Bundesliga lead with win over Bremen

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Spectre of Biden presidency haunts India

Spectre of Biden presidency haunts India

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

'The hardliners in Delhi are in for a big disappointment,' predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

The US is not going to be able to mount a concerted 'Western strategy' against China or Russia in the present international milieu, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Tokyo Games' fate in hands of powerful IOC boss Bach

Tokyo Games' fate in hands of powerful IOC boss Bach

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Thomas Bach has virtually complete control over the body and by far the biggest influence on whether the Games will go ahead or not. With the Games having only been cancelled in the past due to World Wars One and Two, Bach will undoubtedly do everything in his power to protect the IOC's prime product

CIA chief to be next US defence secretary: Report

CIA chief to be next US defence secretary: Report

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

Central Intelligence Agency Director Leon Panetta will become the new United States defence secretary, replacing Robert Gates, in a major shake-up of President Barack Obama's security team, according to a media report.The top US military commander in Afghanistan General David Petraeus is set to take over as the new CIA Director. The television network said Petraeus will be replaced as the US commander in Afghanistan by Lieutenant General John Allen.

'Next Gen' of tennis fall without a threat at the US Open

'Next Gen' of tennis fall without a threat at the US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

On Saturday, the young guns showed no signs of breaking the stranglehold of the three men who collectively own 50 Grand Slam titles and also split the season's first three majors.

Trump defends Charlottesville response, targets 'dishonest' media

Trump defends Charlottesville response, targets 'dishonest' media

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

Trump said he strongly condemn neo-Nazis, white supremacists and the Ku Klux Klan members."

Overhauled: Obama's national security team

Overhauled: Obama's national security team

Rediff.com28 Apr 2011

Central Intelligence Agency Director Leon Panetta will move to Pentagon to become new US Defence Secretary to replace Robert Gates while his top military commander in Afghanistan Gen David Petraeus is to takeover as the new CIA Director.

US records over 2,000 coronavirus deaths in a day

US records over 2,000 coronavirus deaths in a day

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

The number of infections in America has crossed 500,000, the highest in the world

'Manchester United can take next step with Europa success'

'Manchester United can take next step with Europa success'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says the next step in his side's development would be securing a trophy as they look to cap off a promising season by winning the Europa League. United, who finished third in the Premier League, hold a 5-0 lead over Austrian side LASK Linz heading into the second leg of their last-16 tie which will be played without fans at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

Swamy terms Rs 550-cr loan to GST arm as 'loot'

Swamy terms Rs 550-cr loan to GST arm as 'loot'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

The government of India holds 24.5 per cent stake in GSTN while states together hold another 24.5 per cent

US formally withdraws from WHO

US formally withdraws from WHO

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

In April, the US stopped funding to WHO as the Trump administration reviewed the ties.

EPL PIX: Ronaldo nets twice on second United debut

EPL PIX: Ronaldo nets twice on second United debut

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Fowler suspended for 4 games, fined for anti-ref comments

Fowler suspended for 4 games, fined for anti-ref comments

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Fowler, according to the committee, did not respond and said that he 'never intended to make any racist remarks and no malice was ever intended.'

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Football: Real stunned; Bayern stay top of table

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Levante striker Roger Marti brushed off squandering a penalty to score the winning goal as his side pulled off a shock 2-1 La Liga victory at Real Madrid

Can impotence indicate a heart attack?

Can impotence indicate a heart attack?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

An analysis by researchers in Melbourne has revealed that men aged 20 years and older diagnosed with erectile dysfunction had twofold chances of cardiovascular problems compared to those without it.

Time to Lockout the Lockdown

Time to Lockout the Lockdown

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'We need to have the courage to take a rational look at known facts and act accordingly,' advises Mohan Guruswamy.

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Had India agreed to join the trade pact, Indian markets would have been flooded with cheap Chinese products.

US government shutdown set to drag on to 2019 as Trump, Democrats stick to their stands

US government shutdown set to drag on to 2019 as Trump, Democrats stick to their stands

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Trump has refused to sign any stopgap spending bill that does not has provisions to fund a wall along the US-Mexico border which he says is essential to stop the flow of illegal immigrants.

PIX: Inter Milan too good for Juve; Messi sees red!

PIX: Inter Milan too good for Juve; Messi sees red!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

A summary of Sunday's action in Serie A and Bundesliga.

War against terror: US plans to step inside Pak

War against terror: US plans to step inside Pak

Rediff.com2 Aug 2010

The United States has said that it is undertaking a major build-up of forces in eastern Afghanistan -- a stronghold of the Haqqani faction -- for a decisive push against terrorists' safe havens close to the borders of Pakistan. Disclosing this, US Secretary of Defence Robert Gates hinted that the operation could be one 'on both sides of the border.'

Buzz: Bangladesh mull SL tour in October

Buzz: Bangladesh mull SL tour in October

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Michael Kasprowicz quits Cricket Australia Board

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

-- More than 800,000 homes and businesses are without power in Texas and Louisiana as of Thursday morning -- Laura's 150mph winds made it the strongest hurricane to strike the US this year and in Louisiana since 1856

SEE: What's wrong with Pant's wicket-keeping?

SEE: What's wrong with Pant's wicket-keeping?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

'Everyone's there just to criticise the young man and there is so much pressure on the poor guy.'

'Mood toward China has changed in Washington'

'Mood toward China has changed in Washington'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

'There is little appetite in the Democratic foreign policy establishment to pick a fight with India.'

Inventories of Vadra's realty firm zoom 10 times in 3 years

Inventories of Vadra's realty firm zoom 10 times in 3 years

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

But the Robert Vadra firm, which held luxury apartments in top DLF projects, sees income and profits dry up since FY11.

Apple eyes bigger Indian pie with iPhone 6s, 6s Plus

Apple eyes bigger Indian pie with iPhone 6s, 6s Plus

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The company has tied up with five distributors this year.

Lanka puts Tamil issue on back-burner, US miffed

Lanka puts Tamil issue on back-burner, US miffed

Rediff.com11 Aug 2009

The Obama administration has expressed its deep disappointment with Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse for relegating the devolution of power in the Tamil majority areas, in the country's northern province, to the back-burner. The international community had urged the Lankan government to put the motion in process after crushing the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam and its leader Velupillai Prabhakaran.

Aus F1 GP: Hamilton dominates season's first practice

Aus F1 GP: Hamilton dominates season's first practice

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

After pipping Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel with a lap of one minute 23.599 seconds in the first practice, the Briton shaved almost a second in FP2, his quickest lap clocked at 1:22.60.

Pak reluctant to fight Afghan militants: US

Pak reluctant to fight Afghan militants: US

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

Suspicious of deepening ties between India and the United States, Pakistan is reluctant to plunge into war with Afghan militants and even high-profile visits of US officials have failed to win over a military and civilian establishment in Islamabad, a media report said.

Trump confirms he's under probe, slams it as witch hunt

Trump confirms he's under probe, slams it as witch hunt

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

Trump's apparent confirmation that he is under probe for obstruction of justice by special counsel appointed to probe alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential polls came a day after a Washington Post report pointed to such an investigation.

China focus of Indo-US defence dialogue

China focus of Indo-US defence dialogue

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

China was a major focus during talks between United States Defence Secretary Robert Gates and Indian political leadership during his two-day visit.

French Open: Bopanna wins mixed doubles for maiden Grand Slam title

French Open: Bopanna wins mixed doubles for maiden Grand Slam title

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

India's Rohan Bopanna won his first Grand Slam as he and his Canadian partner Gabriela Dabrowski.