News for 'NIP'

The case of Musharraf and the drunk uncle

The case of Musharraf and the drunk uncle

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

'When he said, "Extremists have gone very extreme," it suddenly occurred to me why his speech pattern seemed so familiar. He was that uncle that you get stranded with at a family gathering when everybody else has gone to sleep but there is still some whisky left in the bottle. And uncle thinks he is about to say something very profound -- if you would only pour him one last one.'

Meet the Woh in Hindi Cinema

Meet the Woh in Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Perfect occasion for Sukanya Verma to look into all the Woh woes in Hindi cinema.

EPL: Realist Koeman downplays 'crazy' title talk

EPL: Realist Koeman downplays 'crazy' title talk

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

I don't think we can do a Leicester. I am realistic, says Everton manager

Can Budget 2020 help tackle tax disputes?

Can Budget 2020 help tackle tax disputes?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

A robust dispute settlement system would help the government unlock tax revenues, and also aid ease of doing business.

Iran ready to soar higher at WC

Iran ready to soar higher at WC

Rediff.com22 May 2006

PHOTOS: India thrash B'desh by an innings and 130 runs to take series lead

PHOTOS: India thrash B'desh by an innings and 130 runs to take series lead

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

Images from Day 3 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh, in Indore.

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

'Young people won't tolerate abrasive behaviour'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'Younger people have a very strong sense of what is wrong, and what is right, along with the opportunity to call out this kind of behaviour through mechanisms like social media.'

Sania-Vizner in second round

Sania-Vizner in second round

Rediff.com2 Jul 2006

They beat Fernando Verdasco and Anabel Medina Garrigues in the first round of the mixed doubles at Wimbledon.

Bumrah, Shami get cracking for NZ first Test

Bumrah, Shami get cracking for NZ first Test

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami gave an exhibition of high-quality fast bowling on Saturday, on Day 2 of India's warm-up match against New Zealand XI, sending a warning signal for the home team ahead of first Test in Wellington.

Why India's batsmen flopped in Hamilton ODI

Why India's batsmen flopped in Hamilton ODI

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Stand-in captain Rohit Sharma Tdescribed India's batting performance as 'one of the worst in a long time' after the visitors were shot out for their seventh lowest ODI total in a shocking eight-wicket loss to New Zealand.

Chelsea crush United to clinch title

Chelsea crush United to clinch title

Rediff.com29 Apr 2006

Chelsea retained the Premier League title when they crushed second-placed Manchester United 3-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

Post lockdown, Modi must be bold to revive economy

Post lockdown, Modi must be bold to revive economy

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'Once the lockdown is lifted, we will need the mother of all fiscal and monetary policy support to sustain the economy,' advises Akash Prakash.

PHOTOS: Pujara hits century as India's batsmen dominate

PHOTOS: Pujara hits century as India's batsmen dominate

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Cheteshwar Pujara hit his second century of the series before India captain Virat Kohli declared their first innings closed at 443 for seven after tea on day two of the third Test against Australia on Thursday.

The women taking charge at CAA protests

The women taking charge at CAA protests

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

In this winter of discontent, in every procession, in every demonstration, in every protest -- from Jawaharlal Nehru University to Jamia to Shaheen Bagh to the streets of Mumbai -- the front rows have been occupied by women. It's been weeks since women have been sitting in protest across the country against the newly-introduced Citizenship Amendment Act and the proposed National Register of Citizens. The protests are a nerve centre of unwavering voices against what has been perceived as a discriminatory law. The women -- some housewives, some students with hijabs covering their hair, and others in full-length burqa robes -- are rallying against the 'Man' in what could also be perceived as a revolution for the 'weaker sex' in India.

Lyon charged by ICC for AB de Villiers send-off

Lyon charged by ICC for AB de Villiers send-off

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

After he whipped off the bails to run out AB de Villiers, Nathan Lyon leapt over him in celebration, dropping the ball on his opponent before joining his team mates in a jig of joy.

Mahabharata: The story of Ashwathama

Mahabharata: The story of Ashwathama

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Amongst the many characters in the Mahabharata, the impetuous Ashwathama comes across as a warrior lacking maturity and forethought.

'Bharat mata' chant issue: BJP, Sena hit out at Darul Uloom

'Bharat mata' chant issue: BJP, Sena hit out at Darul Uloom

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

The BJP said moderate and liberal Muslims take pride in raising nationalist slogans like this but hardliners with medieval beliefs raise such issues for their own sectarian interests.

PIX: Kiwis suffer another World Cup heartbreak against England

PIX: Kiwis suffer another World Cup heartbreak against England

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

England players played with breathtaking power and precision to win 19-7, a result that not only puts them within touching distance of a second World Cup crown, but arguably re-calibrates world rugby's pecking order.

Gwyneth in a bizarre true story

Gwyneth in a bizarre true story

Rediff.com20 Jan 2005

Army kills Pak intruder, foils plan to disrupt J&K panchayat poll

Army kills Pak intruder, foils plan to disrupt J&K panchayat poll

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The recoveries made from the gunned-down terrorist included two assault rifles along with two magazines and 234 rounds of bullets, five pistols with 10 magazines and 60 rounds, 15 hand grenades and 12 fuses for IEDs.

A rollercoaster ride for Jagan to the top post

A rollercoaster ride for Jagan to the top post

Rediff.com23 May 2019

It has been virtually a ten-year wait that's coming to a happy end for the 47-year-old leader, who nurtured the ambition of becoming chief minister soon after his father's death in September 2009.

India Inc on investment binge

India Inc on investment binge

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

Looking at the expansion plans announced by some of the heavyweights of the Indian corporate sector, it appears as if the investment season is back in vogue.

ONGC, Gail to share LPG extraction

ONGC, Gail to share LPG extraction

Rediff.com18 Aug 2004

The government has nipped Oil and Natural Gas Corp's exclusive plans to extract liquid petroleum gas and C2/C3 from liquefied natural gas by also allowing gas utility GAIL India to do the same from the common LNG being imported by Petronet.

Fashion show or fancy dress competition?

Fashion show or fancy dress competition?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

The fashion police has already started complaining about these looks.

PHOTOS: Pollard's late blast helps MI edge past Punjab

PHOTOS: Pollard's late blast helps MI edge past Punjab

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab in Mumbai on Wednesday.

More revelations on army's fake killings

More revelations on army's fake killings

Rediff.com8 May 2004

More revelations on army's fake killings\n\n

South African Bavuma checks England's progress on Day 2

South African Bavuma checks England's progress on Day 2

Rediff.com8 Jul 2017

South Africa moved cautiously on to 214 for five in reply to England's 458 at the close on the second day of the first Test helped by a gritty performance from Temba Bavuma at Lord's in London on Friday.

Peru hold Brazil

Peru hold Brazil

Rediff.com17 Nov 2003

Nolberto Solano scored the equaliser as world champions Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw.

Prolonged war in Iraq may pare GDP growth: CII

Prolonged war in Iraq may pare GDP growth: CII

Rediff.com11 Feb 2003

India can withstand a possible short war over Iraq but a prolonged conflict may dampen growth prospects, says a Confederation of Indian Industry study.

PHOTOS: India done in by Anderson and conditions, all out for 107

PHOTOS: India done in by Anderson and conditions, all out for 107

Rediff.com11 Aug 2018

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 2nd Test played between England and India at Lord's in London on Friday

Philander urges SA seniors to 'give back to the game'

Philander urges SA seniors to 'give back to the game'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Vernon Philander is enjoying being "mentor" in the twilight of his career and wants more of his contemporaries to give back to the game instead of looking for "greener pastures".

Phadke tames Bhambri

Phadke tames Bhambri

Rediff.com3 Sep 2003

The seventh seed stagved off a late fightback from the Delhi girl to advance to the quarter-finals in the ITF Futures tournament.

Baywatch Review: Drowning, drowning, drowned!

Baywatch Review: Drowning, drowning, drowned!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

Only a miracle can save this ship from sinking unnoticed, unlamented at the Box Office for the film and its lead actors leave no stone unturned to let it sink at Emerald Bay.

'Kumble not bowling right line'

'Kumble not bowling right line'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2003

'A good spinner is one who does something off the wicket whether on a green top or a turning track,' said Prasanna.

Rugby: Australia clinch inaugural women's sevens gold

Rugby: Australia clinch inaugural women's sevens gold

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Australia won the first women's rugby sevens Olympic gold medal by beating New Zealand 24-17 in the final at the Deodoro Stadium in Rio on Monday.

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

The overall winners will be announced on October 15 at an awards ceremony in the Natural History Museum's iconic Hintze Hall.

India-Lanka: Beware Gota's gambit!

India-Lanka: Beware Gota's gambit!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'Gotabaya will expect India to observe the red line.' 'He even dispensed with any gesture welcoming India as an interlocutor on the Tamil issue.' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Palghar lynching: 'They couldn't blame Muslims, so now it's Communists'

Palghar lynching: 'They couldn't blame Muslims, so now it's Communists'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

'When you have a village which is controlled by the BJP, who are the people likely to perpetrate the attack?'

League Cup PIX: City get advantage after Aguero heads last-gasp winner

League Cup PIX: City get advantage after Aguero heads last-gasp winner

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

City, who have dished out a string of maulings in a stellar league campaign, found the Championship side a tough nut to crack and had to wait until the 92nd minute to grab the winner when Argentine substitute Aguero darted in to head home.

3 failures: Why the RBI is in a mess

3 failures: Why the RBI is in a mess

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'When an institution believes its knowledge and capability is superior to everyone, it behaves like a frog in the well.' 'And this is precisely the cause for the mess,' says J N Gupta.