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Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be 'complacent or relax' if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket.

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

India Should Tread Warily On Battlefield

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan has warned the international community that any military moves by India shall be 'responded to assuredly and decisively... onus of any escalatory spiral and its consequences shall squarely lie with India.' Implicit in the statement is a veiled threat that even a nuclear threshold may be reached if push comes to shove, warns Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Decision on caste census unlikely in near future: Sidda minister

Decision on caste census unlikely in near future: Sidda minister

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Karnataka PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi has stated that a decision on the Social and Educational Survey report, popularly referred to as caste census, is unlikely in the near future and may take up to a year due to the complexities involved. He expressed concerns that any missteps in addressing the concerns raised by various castes over the report could cause problems for the ruling Congress party in the future. The cabinet is scheduled to take up the matter again on May 2.

Australia Visa Changes: What Indian Students Must Know

Australia Visa Changes: What Indian Students Must Know

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Australia's new student visa rules focuses on stricter eligibility, higher financial and English language requirements among others.

RBI may cut repo rate by 25 bps in April

RBI may cut repo rate by 25 bps in April

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

The RBI's monetary policy committee is expected cut benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points in its policy review meeting next month to push growth, India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) said on Thursday. "We expect the headline inflation in FY25 to cool off to 4.7 per cent. Monetary easing may be limited to 75 bps in FY26," Ind-Ra Chief Economist and Head Public Finance, Devendra Kumar Pant said.

India could double US energy purchases this year to offset tariff threat

India could double US energy purchases this year to offset tariff threat

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

India's purchase of US crude oil has picked up in 2025 and could easily double their previous levels, government officials said on Wednesday. The surge comes in the wake of the then-incoming Donald Trump administration's announcement that it would consider hiking tariffs on a reciprocal basis, and pushed some countries, especially those with large trade surpluses with the US, to buy more of its energy.

'Stripping Powell of captaincy one of worst decisions'

'Stripping Powell of captaincy one of worst decisions'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Former West Indies all-rounder and two-time T20 World Cup winner Dwayne Bravo lashed out at Cricket West Indies (CWI) for replacing Rovman Powell with Shai Hope as the T20I captain of the side.

Tara, Bhumi, Shamita's Edgy Take On...

Tara, Bhumi, Shamita's Edgy Take On...

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Deconstructed blazers embrace an intentionally raw, unfinished, relaxed look.

Australia's desperate measures in Dubai...

Australia's desperate measures in Dubai...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Australia had an intense three-hour practice session at the ICC Academy in Dubai, focusing on their play against spin.

5 Extremely Imp Reasons To Drink A Lot Of Water Daily

5 Extremely Imp Reasons To Drink A Lot Of Water Daily

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

People often neglect to drink water, opting instead for sugary drinks. But you cannot replace water.

Jolt to Uddhav Sena as party nominee opts out of poll contest

Jolt to Uddhav Sena as party nominee opts out of poll contest

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Tanwani claimed he withdrew from the fray in 2019 due to a similar situation and helped Jaiswal win the elections.

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings crush RCB in rain-curtailed thriller

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings crush RCB in rain-curtailed thriller

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at the Chinnaswamy stadium, in Bengaluru on Friday

Krunal's Second Wind Makes RCB Dream

Krunal's Second Wind Makes RCB Dream

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Krunal Pandya might just be the X-factor RCB have long been searching for in their quest for a maiden IPL title.

26/11 marked turning point in India-Pak ties: Jaishankar

26/11 marked turning point in India-Pak ties: Jaishankar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the 2008 Mumbai terror attack marked a turning point in relations with Pakistan when Indians collectively felt that such behaviour from a neighbouring country could no longer be tolerated. Speaking at Charotar University of Science and Technology, Jaishankar acknowledged India's transformation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the last decade, while Pakistan has remained unchanged, continuing with what he termed as its "bad habits."

The Girls' Topper At NDA Exam Is...

The Girls' Topper At NDA Exam Is...

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Rutuja Warhade secured the first spot among girls and third in all India ranking. She will join the National Defence Academy in June and hopes to become an army pilot.

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

RCB's revenge: Padikkal fires, Kohli finishes in style

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Mullanpur on Sunday

Why AP Opted For Chandrababu

Why AP Opted For Chandrababu

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Both Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan assured voters that they would bring jobs and industrial development to the state. Their alliance batted for a welfare-plus-development model.

Boxer Lovlina's Olympic future in doubt...

Boxer Lovlina's Olympic future in doubt...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain is facing a weight class dilemma after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) scrapped her current 75kg category for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The boxer will either have to move down to 70kg or bulk up to +80kg.

Sai Sudharsan First Indian Batter To...

Sai Sudharsan First Indian Batter To...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

... hit five 50-plus scores in a row at a particular venue.

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Eating foods rich in fibre, healthy fats and essential nutrients are some of the healthiest ways to reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) while increasing HDL (good cholesterol), says Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, senior cardiovascular and thoracic consultant surgeon at Gleneagles Hospitals.

9 Bollywood Stars Who Are Vegetarian Or Vegan

9 Bollywood Stars Who Are Vegetarian Or Vegan

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Meet the Bollywood stars who have opted for plant-based diets.

Women Drive Used-Car Boom

Women Drive Used-Car Boom

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

77 per cent of all transactions in the January-March 2025 period took place digitally, indicating continued preference for online car purchases.

Khaleel & Lockie: Bowlers That Shone

Khaleel & Lockie: Bowlers That Shone

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings produced a disciplined bowling performance to outsmart Chennai Super Kings and return to winning ways at Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, April 8 2025.

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The India Today report claimed that Jaiswal's relationship with Mumbai Captain Ajinkya Rahane had become 'untenable'.

Sara, Sreeleela, Shreya Stun In Barbie Pink

Sara, Sreeleela, Shreya Stun In Barbie Pink

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

Celebrate womanhood with these celeb-inspired Barbie-core ensembles.

Formal Hirings Drop 3% in Jan

Formal Hirings Drop 3% in Jan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Of the 823,000 new subscribers in January, the share of young people (18 to 25 age group) declined to 57.07% (470,000) from 57.28% (485,066) in the preceding month.

Who's The Pretty Girl With Akshay Kumar?

Who's The Pretty Girl With Akshay Kumar?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

Simran Bhatia will soon be making her Bollywood debut with Agastya Nanda!

Exiting Markets Now Could Cost You

Exiting Markets Now Could Cost You

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Investors should avoid making drastic changes to their asset allocation during a market correction.

Harry Brook banned from IPL for two seasons

Harry Brook banned from IPL for two seasons

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

England batter Harry Brook has been banned from the Indian Premier League for two seasons after pulling out of the 2025 edition.

'Digital Act Will Kill RTI Slowly, Surely'

'Digital Act Will Kill RTI Slowly, Surely'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'By extending the definition of 'personal' to include institutions and not just individuals, the State has equipped itself with a tool to block access to most kinds of information.'

Saying It With Flowers

Saying It With Flowers

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Many of our top fashionistas are petal pushers. Look how gorgeous these ladies look wearing flowers.

Will India Test their bench strength against New Zealand?

Will India Test their bench strength against New Zealand?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

After a much-needed two-day respite, Team India returned to the training grounds with renewed vigour, setting their sights on a pivotal showdown against New Zealand on Sunday.

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR demolish CSK at Chepauk

IPL PIX: Clinical KKR demolish CSK at Chepauk

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

A clinical Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) thrashed a completely disoriented Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match in Chennai on Friday.

Tennis Stars Dazzle At Oscars Party

Tennis Stars Dazzle At Oscars Party

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars Party became a convergence of sports and style, as Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka and Serena Williams seamlessly transitioned from the tennis court to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood.

AI To Design: Career Choices After Class 12

AI To Design: Career Choices After Class 12

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar offers guidance on the various courses students can pursue after completing Class 10 and 12.

'Have Savings Of Rs 5 Cr; Can I Retire At 40?'

'Have Savings Of Rs 5 Cr; Can I Retire At 40?'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

England's Brook faces IPL ban after Delhi Capitals no-show

England's Brook faces IPL ban after Delhi Capitals no-show

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

England batsman Harry Brook pulled out of the Indian Premier League for the second successive year, a decision that could trigger a ban from future editions.

Jio Finance likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore

Jio Finance likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Jio Finance, a wholly owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services, is likely to delay its maiden bond issue of Rs 3,000 crore, originally scheduled for this month. The decision comes amid expectations of softening yields in April because the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) monetary policy committee (MPC) is widely expected to cut the policy repo rate by another 25 basis points, sources said.

PIX: Arsenal sink Real Madrid, join Inter in Champions League semis

PIX: Arsenal sink Real Madrid, join Inter in Champions League semis

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

A round-up of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg between Real Madrid and Arsenal, Inter Milan and Bayern Munich.

IPL PIX: Venkatesh back in form as KKR overpower SRH

IPL PIX: Venkatesh back in form as KKR overpower SRH

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Venkatesh Iyer silenced his critics with a match-winning 60 off 29 balls, propelling Kolkata Knight Riders to a convincing 80-run win against Sunrisers Hyderabad.