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And Yogi Takes Charge!

And Yogi Takes Charge!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Yogi Adityanath took the oath as Uttar Pradesh chief minister at the auspicious time of 1600, Friday, March 25, 2022, at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana cricket stadium in Lucknow.

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Can Australia end India's home domination?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Australia's blockbuster four-Test series against India will be the greatest challenge Pat Cummins has faced in his young captaincy as he looks to conquer the "final frontier".

Have issued show cause notice to Sudarshan TV: Centre tells SC

Have issued show cause notice to Sudarshan TV: Centre tells SC

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

A bench of Justices D Y Chandrachud, Indu Malhotra and K M Joseph was informed by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta that Sudarshan TV has to give reply to the show cause notice by September 28, failing which an ex parte decision will be taken.

Why do sections of the media demonise Muslims?

Why do sections of the media demonise Muslims?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Today, hour-long, high-pitched 'debates' at prime time, replete with inflammatory visuals and captions, using half-truths, insinuations and lies, pour venom against Muslims and seek to divide Hindus and Muslims, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Govt lifts ban imposed on 2 Kerala channels for Delhi riots coverage

Govt lifts ban imposed on 2 Kerala channels for Delhi riots coverage

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

The channels were suspended for 48 hours over their coverage of last month's communal violence in Delhi, with the official orders saying they covered events on February 25 in a manner that 'highlighted the attack on places of worship and siding towards a particular community'.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Confident India eye WTC final; Australia seek revenge

Confident India eye WTC final; Australia seek revenge

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The four-Test Border Gavaskar Trophy that promises a lot of twists and turns, engrossing sub-plots and probably career-defining performances.

IPL teams to start training from March 14 or 15

IPL teams to start training from March 14 or 15

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

The IPL teams will start training in Mumbai from March 14 or 15 onwards for which five practice venues have been identified.

Despite high rates, brands get ready to bat for IPL

Despite high rates, brands get ready to bat for IPL

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

For 2020, 13 brands are said to be on board already and advertising rates have been fixed at a premium of 10-15 per cent over 2019.

Cruise drug case: Bizman moves HC over media campaign

Cruise drug case: Bizman moves HC over media campaign

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

The Delhi High Court Wednesday asked a news company to "hold its hand" for the time being and not publish any information against a Delhi-based businessman in connection with a drugs case involving the son of a Bollywood actor.

CBI books Sisodia in excise case after day-long raid

CBI books Sisodia in excise case after day-long raid

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Friday raided the home of Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia and 30 other locations in connection with alleged corruption in the implementation of the Delhi Excise Policy.

'Rod Marsh one of Australia's greatest ever'

'Rod Marsh one of Australia's greatest ever'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I thought he was invincible. He was my absolute idol and hero and inspiration as to why I pursued what I did,' said Adam Gilchrist.

Govt and the bogey of content regulation

Govt and the bogey of content regulation

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Even if it wants to censor what you read, watch, or consume, the amount of content online is so huge that it is physically impossible for any government to do it, notes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Ashwin nominated for ICC Test Cricketer of the year

Ashwin nominated for ICC Test Cricketer of the year

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The ICC Awards will comprise a total of 13 individual recognitions in all, as well as five Team of the Year announcements for each format across both men's and women's cricket.

Pakistan bans 'immoral' condom advertisement

Pakistan bans 'immoral' condom advertisement

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

A Pakistan's media regulator on Tuesday barred television channels from airing a racy condom commercial featuring actress Mathira, saying such "immoral" content should not be beamed during the holy month of Ramzan.

Cricket hits a six after India's Aussie triumph

Cricket hits a six after India's Aussie triumph

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

'There is pent-up demand for cricket after last year when no tournaments were played on Indian soil due to the pandemic.'

Shastri slips in a cheeky dig about IPL players

Shastri slips in a cheeky dig about IPL players

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

IPL one of greatest physiotherapists, gets everyone fit before auction, said the former India Head Coach on Monday.

Is Gandhi family above law?: BJP vs Congress over protests

Is Gandhi family above law?: BJP vs Congress over protests

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Anand Sharma said weaponisation of laws and their use to target and humiliate people should not happen.

Pak limits telecast of Indian TV content

Pak limits telecast of Indian TV content

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

PEMRA will only allow airtime to Indian content if India allows airtime to Pakistani content.

RIL consolidates media biz: TV18, Hathway and DEN to merge into Network18

RIL consolidates media biz: TV18, Hathway and DEN to merge into Network18

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

RIL's stake in Network18 would reduce to 64 per cent, from 75%, following the merger

Agnipath: Govt 'ready to talk' to protesters, make 'required changes'

Agnipath: Govt 'ready to talk' to protesters, make 'required changes'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

Union minister Anurag Thakur on Saturday appealed to the youths protesting against the Agnipath scheme to shun violence and come forward for talks, asserting that the government is ready to look into their grievances with an 'open mind' and make changes 'if required'.

ED quizzes Sonia for 3rd time amid BJP-Cong slugfest; chargesheet soon

ED quizzes Sonia for 3rd time amid BJP-Cong slugfest; chargesheet soon

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The Congress alleged that the money-laundering law has been weaponised to target and humiliate people, and urged the Supreme Court to decide soon on the matter concerning the National Herald-Associated Journals Limited case.

Indian govt blocked more than 6000 URLs, websites in 2021: IT minister

Indian govt blocked more than 6000 URLs, websites in 2021: IT minister

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

More than 6,000 URLs, accounts or websites were blocked in 2021, Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

Queen Elizabeth II to be laid to rest at historic state funeral

Queen Elizabeth II to be laid to rest at historic state funeral

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

The state funeral on Monday will take the form of an elaborate ceremony that will see Her Majesty's coffin transported from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey and finally to Windsor Castle.

Fake news guidelines would have opened door for frivolous complaints: Editors Guild

Fake news guidelines would have opened door for frivolous complaints: Editors Guild

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

'The Editors Guild of India strongly condemns the arbitrary manner contemplated by the Union Information and Broadcasting (I & B) Ministry ostensibly to penalise any journalist or media organisation publishing fake news,' it said.

India handed tough draw in Sudirman Cup

India handed tough draw in Sudirman Cup

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

India have been drawn with top seeds and defending champions China, Thailand and hosts Finland for the upcoming Sudirman Cup badminton tournament, making it a tough Group A for the side to negotiate.

UK PM slams 'disgraceful' racist abuse of England players

UK PM slams 'disgraceful' racist abuse of England players

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

'FIFA will take adequate actions as soon as it receives match reports concerning yesterday's Hungary-England game.'

Tokyo doctors call for cancellation of Olympic Games due to COVID-19

Tokyo doctors call for cancellation of Olympic Games due to COVID-19

Rediff.com18 May 2021

A jump in infections has stoked alarm amid a shortage of medical staff and hospital beds in some areas of Tokyo

BCCI plans domestic season from Dec 20 amid COVID-19

BCCI plans domestic season from Dec 20 amid COVID-19

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

BCCI has sought the state associations' view on the structure of the curtailed season for which it plans to create six bio-secure hubs across the country between December and March.

Ashes: Perth Test in doubt over 'strict' quarantine rules

Ashes: Perth Test in doubt over 'strict' quarantine rules

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Cricket Australia's hopes of staging the fifth Ashes Test in Perth appear in jeopardy, with the Western Australia (WA) state government reiterating its "very strict rules" on quarantine and restrictions on players' family members.

PM orders withdrawal of Smriti Irani's order on fake news

PM orders withdrawal of Smriti Irani's order on fake news

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

The order stated that a scribe's accreditation could be permanently cancelled if he or she is found generating or propagating fake news.

Euro 2020: Denmark's Eriksen rushed to hospital after collapsing

Euro 2020: Denmark's Eriksen rushed to hospital after collapsing

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

The Danish DBU football association tweeted that the Eriksen was 'awake and at Rigshospitalet for further examinations'

BCCI now staring at losses of over Rs 2000 crore

BCCI now staring at losses of over Rs 2000 crore

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Add to it, associate sponsor companies like Unacademy, Dream11, CRed, Upstox, and Tata Motors, who pay in the range of Rs 120 crore each. Some subsidiary sponsors are also there.

Day-Night Test: Early start, Rs 50 per day tickets on offer

Day-Night Test: Early start, Rs 50 per day tickets on offer

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Hosts CAB said they would seek BCCI's clearance for a 1pm or 1.30pm start keeping in mind of the dew factor and the spectators convenience.

Tibetans protest against Beijing Winter Games at IOC HQ

Tibetans protest against Beijing Winter Games at IOC HQ

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

The activists demanded countries withdraw from the event they have called the "Genocide Games", which they say are being used to burnish China's reputation.

With open offer to buy 26% stake, Adanis seek to become majority shareholder in NDTV

With open offer to buy 26% stake, Adanis seek to become majority shareholder in NDTV

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Three firms, Vishvapradhan Commercial Pvt Ltd along with AMG Media Networks and Adani Enterprises Ltd, have offered a price of Rs 294 for the acquisition of up to 1,67,62,530 fully paid-up equity shares of NDTV having a face value of Rs 4 from the public shareholders.

Zee News anchor gets SC protection in Rahul video case

Zee News anchor gets SC protection in Rahul video case

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The apex court also issued notice, including to the Centre through the office of the attorney general, on Ranjan's plea seeking clubbing of FIRs and protection from coercive action.

Strong ratings boost momentum for women's sport

Strong ratings boost momentum for women's sport

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has pushed back on suggestions that the pandemic would set the sport back.

Lalit Modi Was Born To Take Risks

Lalit Modi Was Born To Take Risks

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

The IPL, which was perhaps the biggest gamble of his life, turned out to be the biggest success story ever, making Lalit Modi a cult in the echelons of global sport.

Arnab Goswami accuses 'Sonia's goons' of attacking him

Arnab Goswami accuses 'Sonia's goons' of attacking him

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

In a video posted after the alleged attack, Goswami said he was told by his security guards that the attackers were allegedly Youth Congress workers. However, there was no confirmation of the same by either police or the youth outfit.