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Football Focus: Real Madrid's Hazard sidelined with thigh injury

Football Focus: Real Madrid's Hazard sidelined with thigh injury

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

UK honours NRI doctor with royal title

UK honours NRI doctor with royal title

Rediff.com3 Jan 2009

Dr Pradeep Datta, based in Wick, Scotland started his career in the National Health Service in 1967. Many surgeons in the NHS and elsewhere owe their careers to the specialised training imparted by Datta. Datta established and funded a teaching programme to ease the difficulty, which many overseas doctors found in getting a place on a course that would help them pass the FRCS exam and its successor, the MRCS.

How China's PLA is changing...

How China's PLA is changing...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

A new military rank system had been introduced for the PLA, but all soldiers must always obey the Communist party, reveals Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

Post Coup Myanmar: India must be careful

Post Coup Myanmar: India must be careful

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

It will not be to India's advantage to create misperceptions that it is bandwagoning with some Anglo-American project for regime change in Myanmar, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'CBI boss Jaiswal won't buckle under pressure'

'CBI boss Jaiswal won't buckle under pressure'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

'In Maharashtra he didn't buckle under pressure.' 'We expect him to do the same as the CBI Director.'

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The prayer service for Veeruji, who passed into the ages on May 27, was held at ISKCON, in Juhu, north west Mumbai.

Ex-IAS officer hints at Puri for Rajiv's IPKF fiasco

Ex-IAS officer hints at Puri for Rajiv's IPKF fiasco

Rediff.com15 May 2019

In his book Arun Bhatnagar, a retired IAS officer, makes a dig at Hardeep Singh Puri, former diplomat, Union minister and BJP nominee from Amritsar Lok Sabha seat, for Rajiv's faulty Sri Lankan policy, writes Rasheed Kidwai.

Modi's favourite babu returns to Gujarat

Modi's favourite babu returns to Gujarat

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley revealed that the government wanted to give Hasmukh Adhia a post-retirement role, but Dr Adhia said he would not work for a single day after November 30.

NEET data of 2.5 lakh students compromised: Who's responsible?

NEET data of 2.5 lakh students compromised: Who's responsible?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

A company claims to run ads on Facebook where students are encouraged to provide their details to get help from career counsellors.

How Modi 2.0 plans to bring about changes in bureaucracy

How Modi 2.0 plans to bring about changes in bureaucracy

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

'In the process of re-setting the equation between the bureaucracy and the political executive, the features that traditionally defined the bureaucracy will undergo a gradual metamorphosis in the next five years and may acquire a distinctly different character.

The art of being Manu Parekh

The art of being Manu Parekh

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Manubhai, 79 now, is exhilarated about newer possibilities and prospects. The past is done with; the future holds the key to evolving forms of exploration. Kishore Singh salutes the Master.

Can Himanta Sarma navigate tough road ahead?

Can Himanta Sarma navigate tough road ahead?

Rediff.com24 May 2021

For the chief minister and Assam alike, the road ahead is full of challenges, notes Aditi Phadnis.

'Never dreamed of it': Indian who became American at Trump event

'Never dreamed of it': Indian who became American at Trump event

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Narayanan said she did not have an opinion about Trump's immigration policies and added that she found out that the ceremony aired during the Republican Convention "only when an excited friend called her later that night and told her she was on television," the report said.

Vijay Hazare: Shardul hits 92 as Mumbai thrash Himachal

Vijay Hazare: Shardul hits 92 as Mumbai thrash Himachal

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Mumbai trounced Himachal Pradesh by 200 runs in their final Elite Group D game to remain unbeaten in the league stage

How govt can boost infra funding in India

How govt can boost infra funding in India

Rediff.com4 Apr 2021

For development finance institution to succeed now, the government must stand like a rock behind it and be patient.

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of President's Ram Nath Kovind's address to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament on the first of Budget Session 2022.

Hazare trophy: TN outplays Tripura for 6th straight win

Hazare trophy: TN outplays Tripura for 6th straight win

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

Abhinav Mukund (84) and Baba Aparajith (87) shone as Tamil Nadu thrashed Tripura by 187 runs

'Modi is the political product of the Ayodhya agitation'

'Modi is the political product of the Ayodhya agitation'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

'Although Narendra Modi had no direct participation in the Ayodhya agitation, he would not have been in the dominant position he is now had it not been for the Ram Janambhoomi agitation.'

ICC Women's T20I rankings: Radha remains in 2nd, Deepti, Poonam slip to 5th & 6th spots

ICC Women's T20I rankings: Radha remains in 2nd, Deepti, Poonam slip to 5th & 6th spots

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

All that's transpired on and off the cricket pitch on Saturday.

US Treasury's David Malpass bags World Bank's top job

US Treasury's David Malpass bags World Bank's top job

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

The World Bank's executive board unanimously selected 63-year-old Malpass, who is currently Under Secretary of Treasury for International Affairs, as the bank's 13th President for a five-year term beginning April 9.

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

A summary of Day 2 action in the Ranji Trophy matches, played at various venues across the country.

World leaders mourn death of Pranab Mukherjee

World leaders mourn death of Pranab Mukherjee

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Many world leaders on Monday condoled the death of former president Pranab Mukherjee, saying they have lost a true friend who made immense contributions to the strengthening of India's relations with their countries.

PICS: Argentina bids farewell to flawed hero Maradona

PICS: Argentina bids farewell to flawed hero Maradona

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

On Wednesday, tens of thousands of Argentines took to the streets to mourn him, leaving flowers and messages at his childhood home and former soccer club Boca Juniors.

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

The IAF Air Warrior Skydiver Who Made History

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

'I have only one life and that is enough.'

The maverick who changed India's legal education

The maverick who changed India's legal education

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Whenever the history of India's National Law Schools is written, N R Madhava Menon's name will be deeply inscribed in it, says Mohammad Zeeshan Ahmad.

'I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers'

'I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Ravi Subramanian discusses his latest crime thriller, The Bankster, with Faisal Kidwai.

I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers

I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Ravi Subramanian discusses his latest crime thriller, The Bankster, with Faisal Kidwai.

Trump picks Jeff Sessions for AG, Pompeo for CIA chief

Trump picks Jeff Sessions for AG, Pompeo for CIA chief

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Alabama Senator Sessions, who was among the first Senator to support Trump in the early part of his campaign and had served was the head of his national security team has been offered the position of US Attorney General, Fox News said.

Want to be an IAS officer?

Want to be an IAS officer?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

All you need to know about preparing for the Civil Services examination

ASK ANU: 'Husband confused if he's gay'

ASK ANU: 'Husband confused if he's gay'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Pros and cons of Indian banks' cross-selling initiatives

Pros and cons of Indian banks' cross-selling initiatives

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

In a bid to gain a bigger share of the customer's wallet, banks are ramping up their cross-selling initiatives.

What Modi-Shah plan to do next

What Modi-Shah plan to do next

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Modi and Shah's next focus will be South India, and the Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections. Shah is unlikely to abdicate control over the party even after he joins the government. Modi and Shah both know only too well that the party makes the government, and not the other way round.

PICS: Serena survives scare to reach US Open third round

PICS: Serena survives scare to reach US Open third round

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

World number eight Williams, who captured the first of her six US Open titles two years before her 17-year-old opponent was born, spent the first half of the match trying to find her rhythm but when she did she was off to the races.

TCS to hire campus placements all year

TCS to hire campus placements all year

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The campus placements process usually starts in July-August, but is likely to start earlier this year.

The 1st woman to lead an all-male marching contingent on R-Day

The 1st woman to lead an all-male marching contingent on R-Day

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

'It's not about me - but about my jawans, my country,' says Lieutenant Bhavana Kasturi.

Tennis: Kyrgios fights off injury to win Citi Open

Tennis: Kyrgios fights off injury to win Citi Open

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Kyrgios did not face a single break point and hit 18 aces, including two to close out the final.

Hurt Ritu Rani retires from international hockey

Hurt Ritu Rani retires from international hockey

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Former Indian women's hockey captain Ritu Rani has reitered from international hockey after being deeply hurt following her axing from the Rio Olympics-bound squad. Ritu, who was controversially dropped from the team for the Rio Olympics citing "attitude" issues, however was included in the 29 probables for the National camp which began in Bhopal on Sunday.

Cricketers, political class mourn Chetan Chauhan's death

Cricketers, political class mourn Chetan Chauhan's death

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

After his cricket career, Chetan Chauhan twice served as a Member of Parliament and also worked for the Delhi & Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) in various capacities.

Saluting General Raina's Vision and Courage

Saluting General Raina's Vision and Courage

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

General T N Raina was an iconic Indian military leader whose contributions to the nation should be more widely known, notes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

How India will create 11 lakh jobs in six months

How India will create 11 lakh jobs in six months

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Rituparna Chakraborty, co-founder and EVP, TeamLease Services explains which sectors will contribute to India's growth story.