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Australia's job not yet finished despite turnaround in Ashes

Australia's job not yet finished despite turnaround in Ashes

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

Australian business magnate Don Argus, who penned the landmark review of Australian cricket in 2011, has warned the team and its selectors that they must not be fooled into thinking the job is done despite the Ashes hosts revival.

Rooney conundrum is Mourinho's biggest headache

Rooney conundrum is Mourinho's biggest headache

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Of all the managerial dilemmas facing Manchester United's Jose Mourinho after three success defeats, the future of his captain Wayne Rooney is by far the most pressing. The England captain, deployed in a central midfield role this season, has been a peripheral figure in a team struggling to gel and his lacklustre performance in the 3-1 defeat at Watford on Sunday led to widespread calls for him to be dropped. Rooney mustered one shot, did not play a single through ball and created only two chances for team mates with the nine corners and free kicks he took.

What is a job loss fund? Do you have it?

What is a job loss fund? Do you have it?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

It should cover mandatory expenses, insurance premiums and loan installments for six months to a year.

Tri-series final: Johnson's return to spur Australia against inconsistent England

Tri-series final: Johnson's return to spur Australia against inconsistent England

Rediff.com31 Jan 2015

In what will be a dress rehearsal of their opening game in the World Cup, an unbeaten Australia take on England in the cricket tri-series final, in Perth on Sunday.

125-member Indian delegation heads for Davos

125-member Indian delegation heads for Davos

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

The annual talk-fest of rich and powerful from across the world in snow-laden Alpine resort town of Davos will be attended by nearly 40 heads of government among more than 2,500 global leaders from over 100 countries.

Coming up... a rival T20 cricket league

Coming up... a rival T20 cricket league

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Essel Group has confirmed its plans to set up a rival Twenty20 cricket league.

India must stop being the West's digital colony

India must stop being the West's digital colony

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

'India missed the software products revolution (and now is in danger of missing the platform revolution), complacent that we are the software experts of the world based on IT services prowess,' points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

Infosys' cloud, infrastructure biz head Samson David quits

Infosys' cloud, infrastructure biz head Samson David quits

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

David, is set to join Hewlett Packard Enterprise as a senior VP for Enterprise Services Delivery.

Jack Ma had struck Alibaba-Paytm deal last January

Jack Ma had struck Alibaba-Paytm deal last January

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Joint venture to take on Amazon will be announced next week.

Australia v India: First Test rescheduled as players not emotionally ready

Australia v India: First Test rescheduled as players not emotionally ready

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

The first Test between India and Australia will be rescheduled, as three senior cricketers of the home side -- Shane Watson, David Warner and Brad Haddin -- are among those who have said that they are not in perfect state of mind to return to competitive cricket.

Chanda Kochhar falls on her sword, but why now?

Chanda Kochhar falls on her sword, but why now?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

'Make no mistake, legally Chanda Kochhar was not and still is not obliged to quit.' 'But quitting earlier would have placed her personally and as a leader on a very high pedestal, indeed where she belonged until this lapse,' says S Muralidharan, former managing director, BNP Paribas.

Rogan josh, galauti kebabs for Obamas @ presidential banquet

Rogan josh, galauti kebabs for Obamas @ presidential banquet

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

The very best of Indian cuisine was served to the Obamas at the presidential banquet

CLT20: Perth Scorchers gear up for Lions

CLT20: Perth Scorchers gear up for Lions

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

The Lions from South Africa will look ride on the performance of their captain Alviro Petersen to guide them to a better finish.

Free insurance policies on your credit card? Beware

Free insurance policies on your credit card? Beware

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

Research well all the ifs and buts carefully before accepting such policies.

Chennai look to put behind off-field controversies, start afresh

Chennai look to put behind off-field controversies, start afresh

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The most consistent team across all seasons of the IPL, Chennai Super Kings would look to put behind the off-field distractions and do what they are best at when they take on previous edition's bottom-placed Delhi Daredevils in their opening match of the Twenty20 league.

After Bandhan, another micro lender in Bengal eyes the big league

After Bandhan, another micro lender in Bengal eyes the big league

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

What is it about Arohan that puts it in the top league of microfinance institutions in the country?

2 Indian CEOs, Nadella among world's most powerful people

2 Indian CEOs, Nadella among world's most powerful people

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani has moved 2 ranks ahead this year on the most powerful list.

Many big companies live in fear for their future in digital age

Many big companies live in fear for their future in digital age

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Industries with the highest number of top-rated companies at risk were hospitality/travel, media and entertainment, retail, financial services and consumer goods/manufacturing

'I know how crazy Kangana is with her acting'

'I know how crazy Kangana is with her acting'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

'If you listen to the title track of Judgementall Hai Kya, you will find some crazy things happening in it -- from crazy laughter to as if someone is inside your mind.'

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

'This is a landmark moment for Lord's, with women's cricket now documented in the dressing rooms for the first time.'

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Those scheduled to attend the five-day WEF Annual meeting, beginning January 21, include more than 40 heads of state or government, including those from the UK, Australia, Japan, Iran, Israel, Pakistan, Brazil, Italy, Mauritius, Republic of Korea and Switzerland, WEF announced on Wednesday at a press conference in Geneva.

16 years & everything Ash wore at Cannes

16 years & everything Ash wore at Cannes

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes fashion choices have come a long way from her debut in 2002.

6 ways you can make the best use of your annual bonus

6 ways you can make the best use of your annual bonus

Rediff.com2 May 2016

The first step in your order of priority should be to pay off any high-cost debt you might have incurred.

Five great reads that will teach you how to tackle debt!

Five great reads that will teach you how to tackle debt!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Here are some great books on personal finance and wealth creation that tell you all about how to avoid a debt trap and transform the way in which you handle your finances.

Photos: The Pitch invaders are back and how!

Photos: The Pitch invaders are back and how!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Rediff.com brings you a selection of images of fans taking to the field of play to make a point or gain attention.

Jack Ma's Alibaba set to take on Jeff Bezos' Amazon in India

Jack Ma's Alibaba set to take on Jeff Bezos' Amazon in India

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

Chinese e-commerce giant planning to enter India this year, will take on global e-retailer

Bryan twins make it a good day for the 30-somethings

Bryan twins make it a good day for the 30-somethings

Rediff.com9 Jun 2013

The 30-somethings have enjoyed themselves at the French Open this year and American twins Bob and Mike Bryan continued the trend by winning a record-extending 14th Grand Slam doubles title at Roland Garros on Saturday.

Hiring in aviation, hospitality to go up by 40% in 2015

Hiring in aviation, hospitality to go up by 40% in 2015

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Improving economy and investment in Indian carriers and hotels by global companies is likely to lead to hiring for aviation and hospitality sectors witnessing up to 40 per cent growth in 2015, according to experts.

Cricket Buzz: ICC probes UAE T20 league

Cricket Buzz: ICC probes UAE T20 league

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

"There is currently an ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) investigation underway in relation to the Ajman All Stars League held recently in Ajman, UAE," ACU general manager Alex Marshall said in a statement.

<I>Game Of Thrones, Horror Story</i> lead Emmy 2013 nominations

Game Of Thrones, Horror Story lead Emmy 2013 nominations

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

The 65th Emmys will be held on September 22 in Los Angeles.

World's powerful, costliest and cheapest passports!

World's powerful, costliest and cheapest passports!

Rediff.com12 May 2015

UAE has the cheapest passport.

Oil slides to new 11-year low as Saudi-Iran row cuts chance of output curbs

Oil slides to new 11-year low as Saudi-Iran row cuts chance of output curbs

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Oil has slumped from above $115 in June 2014 as shale oil from the United States has flooded the market

#TravelTuesday: Lucerne, a city from a fairytale

#TravelTuesday: Lucerne, a city from a fairytale

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

This picturesque city is a fascinating mix of Swiss quaintness and modern flourishes.

Steyn vs McCullum as Sunrisers face Chennai test

Steyn vs McCullum as Sunrisers face Chennai test

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Led by aggressive Australian opener David Warner, Sunrisers would be relying mostly on foreigners to deliver the goods, given the scarcity of local stars in their ranks.

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Extras: Mahrez, Salah, Mane vie for African football award

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

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

Prez, PM, Pranab, Sonia remember Indira Gandhi on birth centenary

Prez, PM, Pranab, Sonia remember Indira Gandhi on birth centenary

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

Former PM Manmohan Singh and Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi also paid their tributes.

Wall Street suffers biggest drop since September

Wall Street suffers biggest drop since September

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The S&P and Dow dipped the most in a day since September 28.

Samvat again takes gloss off gold investing

Samvat again takes gloss off gold investing

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Veterans recall they haven't seen gold falling for 3 years in a row.

Why the rising dollar is a global problem

Why the rising dollar is a global problem

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Emerging markets and Asia may be first in the firing line

In a mob fury, anything can happen: Indian shopkeepers in Ferguson

In a mob fury, anything can happen: Indian shopkeepers in Ferguson

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Indians in and around Ferguson, Missouri, tell Arthur J Pais and Suman Guha Mozumder what it's like to be caught in the thick of America's racial volcano eruption