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Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League following a 3-0 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday, failing to make it past the group stage of the competition for the first time since the 2000-01 season.

Shouldn't take more than five weeks to recover: Saha after finger surgery

Shouldn't take more than five weeks to recover: Saha after finger surgery

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Saha has enough time to be fit for India's next Test assignment

Less workload with less game-time worrying, says Umesh

Less workload with less game-time worrying, says Umesh

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Umesh Yadav is now eyeing a lengthy stint in county cricket in order to have more miles in his legs.

Covid effigies replace Ravana during subdued Dussehra celebrations

Covid effigies replace Ravana during subdued Dussehra celebrations

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

As government-issued guidelines in many places banned large congregations and setting up of fairs or food stalls, the torching of effigies was restricted to very few venues than usual. The Ramleela Maidan at the iconic Red Fort where every year the Dussehra festivities are attended by dignitaries including the prime minister and the President apart from hundreds of common people, was deserted this time as the annual celebrations were cancelled.

It's raining billionaires in these countries, India ranks third!

It's raining billionaires in these countries, India ranks third!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

The world is home to a record number of 2,089 billionaires.

Heat wave intensifies across India, claims over 65 lives

Heat wave intensifies across India, claims over 65 lives

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Parts of Telangana are currently reeling under a heat wave that has already claimed 21 lives even as the meteorological department officials warned that day temperature would shoot up further.

More trouble for Uber, this time in US

More trouble for Uber, this time in US

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

International taxi-booking service Uber, which has been banned in Delhi after a woman passenger accused one of its drivers of rape, has been sued by the United States city of Portland for operating its service illegally.

Internet being restored in Kashmir: Ram Madhav

Internet being restored in Kashmir: Ram Madhav

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Asked if the mainstream politician would be released any time soon, the BJP leader said some leaders have been released.

Affordable insurance policy Corona Kavach is a big hit

Affordable insurance policy Corona Kavach is a big hit

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

From July 10, when it was launched till August 7, 1,087,030 lives have been covered under Corona Kavach through 648,276 policies with premium of Rs 182 crore and sum assured for Rs 42,956 crore. In addition, 186,347 lives have been covered under Corona Rakshak through 156,695 policies with premium of Rs 25.5 crore and sum assured for Rs 3,293 crore, an Irdai official said.

Diwali leaves Delhi choking on toxic air

Diwali leaves Delhi choking on toxic air

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Delhi woke up to the season's worst air quality as smoke from Diwali fireworks, coupled with moisture and nearly stagnant wind movement, shrouded the city in a thick cover of smog with respirable pollutants reaching perilous levels.

Trump wants death for NY attacker, terror charges slapped

Trump wants death for NY attacker, terror charges slapped

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Saipov was charged with providing material support to the Islamic State group and violence and destruction of motor vehicles.

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

The state has a total of 138,836 coronavirus cases and as of Tuesday 5,489 people have died, up by 731 from Monday morning.

Police opened fire as last resort, says Maharashtra CM

Police opened fire as last resort, says Maharashtra CM

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

Two persons were killed and 45 policemen injured in the violence that erupted after a rally organised by city-based Raza Academy in the afternoon at Azad Maidan in South Mumbai turned unruly, with the mob damaging buses, hurling stones and setting vehicles on fire

Cold wave unabated in North India, 24 more die

Cold wave unabated in North India, 24 more die

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

Plummeting mercury, coupled with thick fog cover, threw normal life out of gear in the entire north India on Monday, with 24 more people succumbing to the chill in various parts of the region.

Cold and chilly start to New Year in Delhi

Cold and chilly start to New Year in Delhi

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Delhi ushered in the New Year with bone chilling cold and dense fog on Tuesday with mercury plummeting to the season's lowest of four degree Celsius, prompting people to wrap themselves up in more woollens.

Landslides kill 4 ITBP personnel; hit Amarnath Yatra

Landslides kill 4 ITBP personnel; hit Amarnath Yatra

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The Manali-Leh National Highway-3 was blocked after heavy rainfall triggered landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district on Friday.

India blundered along, exactly as every other country did

India blundered along, exactly as every other country did

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Not to say that India couldn't have handled the situation better, but on average, it didn't do anywhere near as badly as the naysayers make it out argues Rajeev Srinivasan.

Heavy rains pound north India, five die in Jammu

Heavy rains pound north India, five die in Jammu

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

Five persons were killed in rain-related incidents in Jammu on Saturday as the monsoon continued to hold sway in many parts of the country's northern plains with torrential showers triggering landslides and flooding.

Delhi receives season's highest rain, 2 dead in N India

Delhi receives season's highest rain, 2 dead in N India

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

Two persons were killed on Tuesday in North India due to heavy rains, which also disrupted normal life at many places in the region.

Sebi has its hands full, as BMA Wealth investors demand Karvy-like refund action

Sebi has its hands full, as BMA Wealth investors demand Karvy-like refund action

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

BMA's clients allege that depository firm CDSL and stock exchanges did not act on their complaints, prompting them to protest before Sebi. They say their shares have been transferred to a pool account without their knowledge and have been used to avail loans. Clients alleged that BMA has pledged their securities with a leading private bank, who could have sold their holdings.

Here's how to save tax!

Here's how to save tax!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

A simple primer on how much money taxpayers can save under various sections of the Income Tax Act.

All problems to be resolved in 2020: Sahara's Subrata Roy

All problems to be resolved in 2020: Sahara's Subrata Roy

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

'Two esteemed foreign investors with huge funds are coming with us in our real estate and city development businesses.'

Premier League: Swansea and Everton lose perfect records

Premier League: Swansea and Everton lose perfect records

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

Spanish striker Michu hit his fourth goal in three league games but Swansea City missed the chance to top the fledgling Premier League standings after the Welsh side were held 2-2 at home by Sunderland on Saturday.

Yediyurappa expands Cabinet, inducts 7 ministers

Yediyurappa expands Cabinet, inducts 7 ministers

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Wednesday expanded his 17-month old cabinet, inducting seven ministers, and indicated that excise minister H Nagesh would be dropped. Governor Vajubhai Vala administered the oath of office and secrecy to the ministers at a ceremony at the Raj Bhavan.

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

As govt eyes forest land, Mumbai's tribals faced with move to dingy flats

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

With the Maharashtra government doling out pieces of the lush green Aarey forest to various utilities, the tribals living in it for generations are feeling increasingly insecure. Hepzi Anthony reports.

PE investments up 27% to $3 bn in Jul-Sep quarter

PE investments up 27% to $3 bn in Jul-Sep quarter

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

A quarterly study of PE investment activity based on data provided by Venture Intelligence, such funds in the third quarter of this year totalled $3.01 billion through 103 deals, according to the PwC MoneyTree India report.

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Devotees bid a grand farewell to their beloved Lord Ganesh as the immersion of idols began across Maharashtra on Thursday, marking the end of the 10-day-long mega festival.

What judge said while sentencing Salman

What judge said while sentencing Salman

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

'The accused is a popular actor whose deeds are followed by people.'

Here's why those looking for a job are in for better times

Here's why those looking for a job are in for better times

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Online hiring activity went up around 26 per cent in May.

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research, the overall air quality of the national capital docked at 376 at 8:30 am on Tuesday.

Rain, floods kill 69 in 3 states; red alert in Kerala

Rain, floods kill 69 in 3 states; red alert in Kerala

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

At least 33 people have been killed in flash floods in Bihar till Tuesday evening and 25.71 lakh people are affected in 16 districts of the state.

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The compact dimensions, fuel efficiency and punchy diesel engine along with the spacious cabin makes the WR-V a perfect car those who want the practicality of a crossover and the freedom of a hatchback.

Super manager Ranieri wants to stay at Leicester

Super manager Ranieri wants to stay at Leicester

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

'If the chairman is happy then I'm happy'

ED attaches assets worth Rs 16.40 cr of Zakir Naik's family

ED attaches assets worth Rs 16.40 cr of Zakir Naik's family

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

The ED identified the properties as Fatima Heights and Aafiyah Heights in Mumbai, an unnamed project in the Bhandup area of Maharashtra's capital city and a project named Engracia in Pune.

Notes ban may hit property market by Rs 8 lakh crore

Notes ban may hit property market by Rs 8 lakh crore

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

The maximum fall on total market valuation will be in Mumbai (Rs 2,00,330 crore) followed by Bangalore (Rs 99,983 crore) and Gurgaon (Rs 79,059 crore).

What parivartan does Modi want?

What parivartan does Modi want?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

The prime minister says he will bring real change to Bengal. Perhaps he will. The interesting thing is that his party has never defined what this change is, observes Aakar Patel.

Did you know that PPF gives you triple tax benefit?

Did you know that PPF gives you triple tax benefit?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The Public Provident Fund is one of the safest and convenient modes of investment.

Oxygen Crisis: Will this PSU Help?

Oxygen Crisis: Will this PSU Help?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

The NINL management can see this as their moment of giving back to the nation and humanity. Its plant has an oxygen unit that can produce 418 tonnes of oxygen every day. 418 tonnes is about 58% of Delhi's daily demand for oxygen, notes Sudhir Bisht.

BMC announces 20 per cent cut in water supply for Mumbai

BMC announces 20 per cent cut in water supply for Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

The Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai MCGM has announced a 20 per cent cut in water supply from midnight tonight as it looks to cope with the crisis arising out of the "poor rainfall" received by the city in June.

After loss, Mourinho doesn't want to talk about stats

After loss, Mourinho doesn't want to talk about stats

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

Jose Mourinho downplayed the importance of the eight-point gap that Premier League leaders Manchester City hold over his side after a 1-0 loss at Chelsea on Sunday.