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Day 2: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 2: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Home favourite Su Yiming of China made his Olympic debut on Sunday and received a standing ovation in return.

Rented property income can't be business income

Rented property income can't be business income

Rediff.com21 May 2019

If you are merely letting out the property and enjoying the rent as an individual or as a company, in most cases, you will need to mention rental income under the head 'income from house property' in the income-tax return form, points out Tinesh Bhasin.

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

US Open PIX: Djokovic whips Fritz; Shelton blasts way past Tiafoe

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 9 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

California mass shooting suspects of Pakistani origin, say reports

California mass shooting suspects of Pakistani origin, say reports

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

The two young suspects of California shooting are of Pakistani origin, media reports have said even though President Barack Obama has asked people not to rush to a conclusion.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there.

Highlights of Day 12: Sakshi breaks open medal chest

Highlights of Day 12: Sakshi breaks open medal chest

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Sakshi Malik ended India's frustrating medal drought with a dramatic bronze-winning effort on Day 12 of the Rio Olympic Games on Wednesday.

When A Country Erases Its Film-makers

When A Country Erases Its Film-makers

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

'The Iranians are very resilient people. So even when they are throttled, they try their best to survive.'

Clinton on the verge of winning Democratic nomination

Clinton on the verge of winning Democratic nomination

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

The former secretary of state posted strong wins over Sanders in the island territory of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

Why are luxury carmakers bullish on India?

Why are luxury carmakers bullish on India?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Mercedes-Benz India, BMW India and Audi India have lined up over 50 new model launches as they seek to recoup previous year's loss in volumes, reports Shally Seth Mohile.

ZEN OUT: Yoga moves in the most unthought-of locales

ZEN OUT: Yoga moves in the most unthought-of locales

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

India is all set for a mega Yoga event on June 21. But before that watch these Yoga moves played out in the most 'out there' of locations.

Finally some good news for 32 mn construction workers

Finally some good news for 32 mn construction workers

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Apart from Bihar, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, where none of the estimated 6.7 million construction workers got cash transfer benefits, the coverage of the construction workers was the lowest in Delhi, where only about 5 per cent of the estimated workers received cash under the PMGKY, followed by Kerala and Uttar Pradesh (22 per cent), among major states. In India, construction workers belong to the unorganised sector but account for the highest share of non-farm jobs after manufacturing.

Major sponsors, Coca-Cola, McDonald's, demand reforms at FIFA

Major sponsors, Coca-Cola, McDonald's, demand reforms at FIFA

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Two top sponsors of FIFA and its World Cup tournaments on Friday ratcheted up pressure on the global football body for major reforms as a corruption scandal casts a lengthening shadow over the sport.

A MUST read for all property sellers

A MUST read for all property sellers

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

Besides LTCG tax relief, permitting taxpayers to declare two houses as self-occupied brings a huge relief.

Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Delhi Police on Thursday said the statements by Twitter on the ongoing enquiry in the 'toolkit' case was mendacious and designed to impede the lawful enquiry.

Women ride the ed-tech boom as opportunities click

Women ride the ed-tech boom as opportunities click

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Experts point out teaching in its online avatar helps address women specific concerns, like care-giving responsibilities, lack of safe public and work spaces, and the inability to move to cities.

12 PHOTOS from an odd, crazy world

12 PHOTOS from an odd, crazy world

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Here's your weekly digest of photographs that prove that it's a mad, mad, mad, mad world out there!

Tokyo Games: DRAMATIC Moments

Tokyo Games: DRAMATIC Moments

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

From sharing medals to defections to gestures on the medals podium to punching horses, the Tokyo Olympics had it all.

Economy to continue on recovery mode, say experts

Economy to continue on recovery mode, say experts

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

With India's GDP clocking a lower contraction of 7.5 per cent in the September quarter, industry and experts expressed confidence of further recovery in the coming months and said the government's actions are bearing fruit. In a tweet, Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal said, "Q2 #GDP numbers show that economy is recovering. Government's efforts on stimulus and reform are showing results. Hopefully, we will have positive growth in H2 FY21 and double digit growth in FY22."

US sees record voter turnout in Trump-Biden clash

US sees record voter turnout in Trump-Biden clash

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The US appears to be on track to see over 160 million votes cast in the 2020 presidential election, a turnout rate of about 67 per cent, which is higher than what the country has witnessed in more than a century, as President Donald Trump and his Democratic rival Joe Biden campaigned through the final day to get more voters to the polling booths.

Angelina Jolie gets her ovaries removed in preventive surgery

Angelina Jolie gets her ovaries removed in preventive surgery

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The actress had undergone a preventive double mastectomy in 2013.

Tokyo Games: THRILLING Pix!

Tokyo Games: THRILLING Pix!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Capturing the drama at the 2020 Olympics.

Amazing photos of the month: March

Amazing photos of the month: March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last month, in 20 images.

Dipa was inconsolable after returning to Games Village: Coach

Dipa was inconsolable after returning to Games Village: Coach

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

No one knows whether Dipa Karmakar believed in the old adage "Smile when it hurts most" but her resplendent smile after missing out on what would have been a path-breaking medal in Indian sport belied the storm brewing up in her mind. Back in the Games Village, it was difficult to control emotions as she wept inconsolably. Her coach and father figure Bishweshwar Nandi was also crestfallen. "After she returned to the Games Village, Dipa was inconsolable. Missing the bronze by so less a margin will remain the biggest regret for us," coach Nandi told PTI.

Other teams can only marvel at US dominance

Other teams can only marvel at US dominance

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

The US women's gymnastics team, anchored by all around world champion Simone Biles, won the team gold medal at the Olympics on Tuesday by the widest margin ever.

Shorts: Rijiju intervenes as chess player pays customs for medals

Shorts: Rijiju intervenes as chess player pays customs for medals

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

LA Lakers confident ahead of NBA season.

Job situation bleak as hiring slumps by 45%

Job situation bleak as hiring slumps by 45%

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

Wipro, Steel Authority of India, HDFC Bank, Mahanagar Telephone Nigam, Bharat Heavy Electricals and Reliance Commnications among companies reporting a decline in headcount in FY17.

Outrageous vs Flamboyant: Pop stars at their stylish best

Outrageous vs Flamboyant: Pop stars at their stylish best

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

Presenting 10 artists who stood out for their music -- and the clothes they wore on stage!

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Bahrain's Ruth Jebet blew away the competition to win the women's 3,000 metres steeplechase gold on Sunday, but narrowly missed out on the world record. Jebet ran a bold race, bursting into the lead after a few laps and setting a blistering pace to win in 8 minutes, 59.75 seconds, just shy of the 8:58.81 world record set by Russia's Gulnara Galkina at the 2008 Beijing Games.

Golden Globes to Oscars: Designers Priyanka Chopra loves

Golden Globes to Oscars: Designers Priyanka Chopra loves

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Who does Priyanka Chopra trust to get her stage ready for international awards? Meet her go-to designers.

India Inc likely to go on a hiring spree in 2018

India Inc likely to go on a hiring spree in 2018

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

With the negative impact of demonetisation waning and the implementation of the GST, 80% of the CEOs surveyed said they were planning to hire more people in 2018

When coach Nandi channelised Dipa's temper to her advantage

When coach Nandi channelised Dipa's temper to her advantage

Rediff.com18 Sep 2016

Star gymnast Dipa Karmakar's coach Bisweshwar Nandi has dismissed the notion that it would have been better had the medalists and other top performers at the Rio Games been given financial before their sojourn to Brazil.

Golden Globes 2015: The Top 10 Moments

Golden Globes 2015: The Top 10 Moments

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

The awards aren't the only story, and here, in chronological order, are my top 10 moments from this year's Globes.

Artificial Intelligence: 5 things every job-seeker should know

Artificial Intelligence: 5 things every job-seeker should know

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

It won't take away your jobs. It won't destroy you.

PHOTOS: Ever been to such bizarre structures?

PHOTOS: Ever been to such bizarre structures?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

20 shades of unusual buildings and homes around the world.

Golden Globes to Oscars: The designer no one will wear this year

Golden Globes to Oscars: The designer no one will wear this year

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

Red carpet staple Marchesa, owned by Harvey Weinstein's wife, may pay the price.

Why Microsoft finds India story very exciting

Why Microsoft finds India story very exciting

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

'There is a possibility of a technological 'explosion' in India'

The absolutely bizarre photo album

The absolutely bizarre photo album

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Here's your weekly digest of bizarre moments from around the world.

Ahead of mega-IPO plans, Indian unicorns eye new business

Ahead of mega-IPO plans, Indian unicorns eye new business

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

A slew of Indian firms, including Flipkart, Byju's and Zomato, is building a path to profitability and diversifying into newer business segments ahead of mega-IPO plans.

Something for everyone at the Golden Globes 2015

Something for everyone at the Golden Globes 2015

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

'This is the year of the three Bs -- Budapest, Boyhood and Birdman -- and if you love the movies, one or all three of those will feature in your top bracket in English language cinema this year.' Raja Sen takes stock of the recently concluded Golden Globes.