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Ranji Trophy: Yuvraj slams double ton; Bengal & Karnataka win

Ranji Trophy: Yuvraj slams double ton; Bengal & Karnataka win

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

Bengal's most potent match winner Ashok Dinda rose to the occasion when it mattered the most as his five-wicket burst ensured a 43-run win against Railways in a Ranji Trophy Group A league encounter in Dharamsala on Sunday. Needing 119 runs on the final day with five wickets in hand to reach a victory target of 315, Railways could manage 271 in 93.2 overs largely due to Dinda's 5/67. Bengal are now firmly on course for a knockout berth with 15 points in their kitty with two outright wins and three points by virtue of first innings lead in a drawn match.

Why news TV channels changed their tune

Why news TV channels changed their tune

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

'The media today is completely free from the government-induced fear factor.' 'It is only scared of the public backlash and its TRP ratings,' say Sudhir Bisht.

The loan that bankrolled Young Indian's adventure

The loan that bankrolled Young Indian's adventure

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Being a non-profit firm, Young Indian does not have a profit and loss account.

Why open offers aren't attractive for many investors

Why open offers aren't attractive for many investors

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

Tendering the shares in an open offer will lead to higher taxation.

Jindal Power wants govt to honour coal auction outcome

Jindal Power wants govt to honour coal auction outcome

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

While three operational mines in Chhattisgarh had a capacity of 12 million tonnes (mt), six were yet to start production.

Chemicals: Expect import duty reduction on feedstock

Chemicals: Expect import duty reduction on feedstock

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

In 2015, India chemicals industry had a market size of $144 billion.

FANTASTIC Movies coming up in 2017!

FANTASTIC Movies coming up in 2017!

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

We look at 52 of them, spread over 52 Fridays, in a two-part special. Here's the first part.

'Cancelling the Kousar Nag yatra shows the state's brazen intolerance towards pluralism'

'Cancelling the Kousar Nag yatra shows the state's brazen intolerance towards pluralism'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2014

Kashmiri Pandits complain that the Jammu and Kashmir government has simply cowered to hardline sentiments and that the real reason for canceling the pilgrimage was not due to ecological concerns but because of religion. Upasna Pandey reports

Try these tips to get maximum benefits from your insurance policy

Try these tips to get maximum benefits from your insurance policy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Its not so tough to improve insurance coverage at nominal cost.

Why India's EVMs are best in world

Why India's EVMs are best in world

Rediff.com26 Mar 2017

Till date, 107 elections to states and three parliamentary polls have been smoothly conducted using the EVMs.

Looking to go up 2-0 on lively pitch: Steve Smith

Looking to go up 2-0 on lively pitch: Steve Smith

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Australia's new Test captain Steve Smith is excited about the prospect of playing India on a lively Gabba pitch in the second cricket Test starting on Wednesday and said he wants his team to drive the advantage to go up 2-0 in the four-match series.

Decoding your CIBIL score

Decoding your CIBIL score

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

Answers to six commonly asked questions about CIBIL score that will help clear your confusions

Soccer Briefs: PSG rally past Strasbourg; Bayern snatch late win

Soccer Briefs: PSG rally past Strasbourg; Bayern snatch late win

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

Football news from Ligue 1, Bundesliga and La liga.

Why India must go for bullet trains

Why India must go for bullet trains

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

India should not miss the opportunity to develop high-speed railway.

EPL updates: Advocaat calls meeting to discuss Sunderland's woes

EPL updates: Advocaat calls meeting to discuss Sunderland's woes

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

Follow the latest developments from all the on-field and off-the-field action in the Premiership.

No end to logjam: Opposition disrupts Lok Sabha for 3rd week

No end to logjam: Opposition disrupts Lok Sabha for 3rd week

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

Vociferous protests by Opposition members led by the Congress continued in the Lok Sabha.

The cost of filing belated tax returns

The cost of filing belated tax returns

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Returns for income earned till FY12-13 can be filed till March 31.

India's mega power projects grind to a slow halt

India's mega power projects grind to a slow halt

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

With their balance sheets under stress, private companies have lost interest in them.

Oil and gas sector seeks tax holiday

Oil and gas sector seeks tax holiday

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Oil and gas players' wish list includes incentivising E&P investments and reintroduction of income tax holiday for exploration and production activities, among others.

5 super cool auto designs of the future

5 super cool auto designs of the future

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

These concept vehicles were showcased at the recent Los Angeles Motor Show.

8 ways filing income tax return is different this year

8 ways filing income tax return is different this year

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

With the new tax slabs applicable for income earned during Financial Year 2014-15 and host of new changes in income tax returns and filing norms, this e-filing season will certainly bring in a new experience for taxpayers. Here's how

Asiad: Indian women badminton team lose to hosts Korea, claim bronze

Asiad: Indian women badminton team lose to hosts Korea, claim bronze

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

The Indian badminton team went down fighting against hosts South Korea (1-3) in the women's team badminton semi-finals to settle for their maiden bronze medal at the Asian Games in Incheon on Sunday.

How third party insurance liabilities are settled

How third party insurance liabilities are settled

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Third party claims are adjudicated by the constituted tribunals.

How Congress spokespersons defend the indefensible

How Congress spokespersons defend the indefensible

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

A Ganesh Nadar listens in during Congress spokesperson Sanjay Jha's speech to the IMC in Mumbai.

Govt acts tough against Greenpeace India, freezes bank accounts

Govt acts tough against Greenpeace India, freezes bank accounts

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

In a tough action, the Government on Thursday barred Greenpeace India from receiving foreign funds with immediate effect by suspending its licence for six months and froze all its accounts, alleging it has "prejudicially" affected the country's public and economic interests.

Sheena Bora Trial: 'I will die soon if I don't get out of prison'

Sheena Bora Trial: 'I will die soon if I don't get out of prison'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

'I ask for bail in the name of justice.' 'Give me a chance to stay alive and see the trial till its end.'

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

"When I came to India, I did not have a plan. I had no friends or mentors. The journey to success hasn't been easy. But looking back, I feel the struggle was worth it. My parents and siblings are very proud of me today," says the 23 year old, Ugochi Latoya Igwilo.

Oil sector woes not addressed, firms reel under pressure

Oil sector woes not addressed, firms reel under pressure

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Custom duties, a major concern for the oil sector.

'RBI will keep inflation under control'

'RBI will keep inflation under control'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Five per cent growth is disappointing but only after having reached nine per cent. However, it is still not all that bad, says Andrew Michael Spence.

Want a hassle-free loan? Go online to get a good deal

Want a hassle-free loan? Go online to get a good deal

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

If borrowers don't have access to a bank's credit facility, it could make sense to use peer-to-peer systems.

No note ban debate for 15th day; Opposition calls Centre 'shameless'

No note ban debate for 15th day; Opposition calls Centre 'shameless'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Venkaiah Naidu said 'let there be a discussion... November 8 is a historic day'.

Q2 advance tax payout of top 100 companies sees muted growth

Q2 advance tax payout of top 100 companies sees muted growth

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Cumulatively for the first two quarters till now, the advance tax collections from the Mumbai zone, which contributes over a third of the income tax collections nationally, have grown 11 per cent, the official said.

Rupee sinks to new low of 68.85, logs biggest single-day loss

Rupee sinks to new low of 68.85, logs biggest single-day loss

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

The Indian rupee slumped to a record low near 69 to the dollar on Wednesday on growing worries that foreign investors will continue to sell out of a country facing stiff economic challenges and volatile global markets.

Budget should encourage financial savings: CII

Budget should encourage financial savings: CII

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Encouraging domestic financial savings through focused measures would help mobilise long term resources for funding infrastructure and economic development.

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Once labelled mild and fragile, P V Sindhu has undergone an astounding transformation at Pullela Gopichand Academy - a mix and match of different exercises, on-court training and yoga that make up Sindhu's days, most of which begin with her starting practice at 4:15 am -- that is helping her slay the world's best, writes Nikita Puri

Paper: Increase customs duty on paper and paperboards

Paper: Increase customs duty on paper and paperboards

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

India's indigenous paper manufacturers are forced to use a variety of raw materials.

Is your return from stocks capital gains or business income?

Is your return from stocks capital gains or business income?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

It depends on the assessing officer's interpretation. To be on the safe side, have a separate trading account.

Bandhan CMD: 'We have 28 million MSMEs to who we can lend'

Bandhan CMD: 'We have 28 million MSMEs to who we can lend'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

'If 99.99 per cent of these micro borrowers are good at repaying their loans, why can't we look at the SMEs and MSMEs and replicate the same model for them with our stringent risk management system,' Chandra Shekhar Ghosh, chairman and managing director of India's newest private sector bank, tells Prasanna D Zore/Rediff.com.

Seeking revival, Dabhol embraces a brand new plan

Seeking revival, Dabhol embraces a brand new plan

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Dabhol's assets will be demerged into the power plant and the LNG terminal.

What makes PPF a smarter investment than its peers?

What makes PPF a smarter investment than its peers?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Investors must remember that only resident Indians can open a PPF account and a person can have only one PPF account.