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India, Pakistan and the story of lost trading opportunity

India, Pakistan and the story of lost trading opportunity

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Despite being a neighbour, Pakistan has never accounted for more than 2 per cent of India's total exports, and its share in India's total imports is less than 1 per cent. On the other hand, bilateral trade between India and Bangladesh has increased five times.

Bigg Boss 13: Shehnaaz-Shefali get into a brawl!

Bigg Boss 13: Shehnaaz-Shefali get into a brawl!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

It wouldn't be an exaggeration if I called yesterday's episode of Bigg Boss the ugliest of this season.

What former winner Shaw advised India U-19 captain Garg

What former winner Shaw advised India U-19 captain Garg

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

India's Under-19 captain Priyam Garg revealed that he sought former skipper Prithvi Shaw's advice on planning and team bonding during his preparations to lead the side's world title defence from January 17 to February 9 in South Africa. India is the most successful team in the tournament, having won four titles till date.

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Ranji: Shorey's ton in vain as Jharkhand oust Delhi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

A round-up of the fourth and final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Sports Shorts: India bag two more golds in Military Games

Sports Shorts: India bag two more golds in Military Games

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

Jharkhand joins call for No Confidence Motion against IOA chief

Jharkhand joins call for No Confidence Motion against IOA chief

Rediff.com4 May 2015

The Jharkhand Olympic Association joined Hockey India and the Bowling Federation of India in demanding a No Confidence Motion against incumbent IOA president N Ramachandran by calling a Special General Body Meeting.

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

20 UNFORGETTABLE FRAMES of Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

As Dilip Kumar passes away in the ages, Sukanya Verma feels a deep gratitude for the enormous legacy he's left behind.

Why naming of India's Asian Games contingent has been delayed...

Why naming of India's Asian Games contingent has been delayed...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

The Games begin in Jakarta and Palembang in less than 10 days but the Indian contingent is yet to be known officially.

HAL's Dhruv vs Foreign chopper: Who will Rajnath pick?

HAL's Dhruv vs Foreign chopper: Who will Rajnath pick?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Admiral Puri says it would be wasteful to buy a foreign helicopter, pay for transfer of technology, and develop manufacturing capability in an Indian private sector strategic partner when all this already exists with HAL.

Sports Shorts: India tops medal tally in Asia Cup cycling

Sports Shorts: India tops medal tally in Asia Cup cycling

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

BJP in Bihar hitting out at LJP due to Nitish: Chirag Paswan

BJP in Bihar hitting out at LJP due to Nitish: Chirag Paswan

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

Paswan also said that BJP leaders were free to throw barbs at the LJP, as part of their "coalition dharma", but he would always hold Prime Minister Narendra Modi in high regard.

Head of Cricket Dravid to take charge at NCA on July 1

Head of Cricket Dravid to take charge at NCA on July 1

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

Former India captain Rahul Dravid will move to a bigger cricketing role when he takes charge of the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore on a two-year contract.

BCCI seek ICC nod for Dhoni's dagger insignia gloves

BCCI seek ICC nod for Dhoni's dagger insignia gloves

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The dagger insignia on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's wicketkeeping gloves put India's cricket administrators on collision course with the ICC after the BCCI declined the world body's "request" to have it removed.

Chandrayaan-2: We shall overcome some day, says Prez

Chandrayaan-2: We shall overcome some day, says Prez

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

"I remember Chandrayaan-2's launch was earlier scheduled on July 15. I was there in Sriharikota. I saw the massive carrier, 'Bahubali', from close proximity.

Rajnath reviews security situation in Kashmir, says open for talks

Rajnath reviews security situation in Kashmir, says open for talks

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Those who believe in Kashmiriyat, insaniyat and jamhooriyat are welcome to talk, he said.

Here's how much BCCI paid Dravid as professional fees

Here's how much BCCI paid Dravid as professional fees

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Rahul Dravid, head coach of the India U-19 ICC World Cup-winning outfit, received Rs 2.43 crore as professional fees from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the six-month period ended December 31, 2017.

Adani Green Energy to raise $1.8 bn from foreign banks

Adani Green Energy to raise $1.8 bn from foreign banks

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

The company will raise $1.8 billion for the under construction and contracted portfolio of 12 GW, which includes the country's first manufacturing-linked solar power plant of 8 GW.

COVID-19: Pak SC asks govt to sack top health advisor

COVID-19: Pak SC asks govt to sack top health advisor

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

During a hearing on a suo motu case on the coronavirus crisis in Pakistan, a five-member bench of the apex court observed that PM Khan's Cabinet has become ineffective in the fight against the pandemic. The bench questioned the integrity of Dr Mirza in tackling the COVID-19 crisis and the transparency of his work done.

How IAF choppers helped General Sagat liberate Bangladesh

How IAF choppers helped General Sagat liberate Bangladesh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

The retreating Pakistani troops were heading towards Dacca and they had to be stopped at all costs. The Eastern Army Commander, in his orders to General Sagat Singh, had reiterated that he did not want the troops of 4 Corps to cross the Meghna river. But General Sagat had other plans to threaten Dacca and ensure that the pressure would make the Pakistani commanders capitulate. This is where the IAF helicopters came in.

Bigg Boss 13: Siddharth returns to the house

Bigg Boss 13: Siddharth returns to the house

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

As soon as he comes he gets annoyed with Vishal and Madhurima!

How to detoxify your body after Diwali

How to detoxify your body after Diwali

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

"For a few weeks eat lots of salad with carrots, radish, cucumber and tomatoes in it."

Why Dedh Ishqiya is an important film

Why Dedh Ishqiya is an important film

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

'I salute Dixit and Qureshi for playing roles that are not in line with what mainstream Bollywood expects of its female stars,' says Aseem Chhabra, noting how Dedh Ishqiya makes important points in the most nuanced way.

Pulwama probe: NIA used DNA tests to trace evidence

Pulwama probe: NIA used DNA tests to trace evidence

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

The case posed unique challenges, such as a lot of evidence having blown to pieces in the suicide attack and seven accused being subsequently killed in encounters. However, the central agency used forensic tests including DNA profiling of the meagre evidence to breach the dead ends.

'We will sacrifice our lives for our mother Ganga'

'We will sacrifice our lives for our mother Ganga'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'The present government swears by Hinduism. But we lost three of our sants during earlier BJP regimes.'

Why Zozibini Tunzi is the Miss Universe we need

Why Zozibini Tunzi is the Miss Universe we need

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Inspiring words by Zozibini Tunzi, the newly crowned Miss Universe 2019!

Don't elect 12th pass PM this time: Kejriwal's dig at Modi

Don't elect 12th pass PM this time: Kejriwal's dig at Modi

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

'Ambedkar made a Constitution which provided different powers to the state and central governments. Today Narendra Modi wants to destroy that Constitution'

40 Facts to Know About Dhoni

40 Facts to Know About Dhoni

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

40 must know nuggets about the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Kohli, Chanu recommended for Khel Ratna; Neeraj picked for Arjuna

Kohli, Chanu recommended for Khel Ratna; Neeraj picked for Arjuna

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

India cricket captain Virat Kohli and weightlifter Mirabai Chanu were on Monday recommended for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna by the awards selection committee.

Nadeem bags another five-for as Windies A force draw

Nadeem bags another five-for as Windies A force draw

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

The West Indies A top-order put up a gutsy show to force a draw despite another five-wicket haul by left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem as India A won the unofficial three-'Test' series 2-0.

Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad, Venkatesh, Taide hit hundreds

Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad, Venkatesh, Taide hit hundreds

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

A summary of Thursday's matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy limited-overs' tournament.

Why is the soldier denied his right to vote?

Why is the soldier denied his right to vote?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

Every general election nearly 14 lakh soldiers/sailors and airmen, 9 lakh personnel of the para-military forces and their families are effectively denied their basic democratic right to vote. Why can't the Election Commission come up with a solution for this, asks Colonel (retd) Anil Athale.

Meet Gaurika Singh, the youngest Olympian at Rio 2016

Meet Gaurika Singh, the youngest Olympian at Rio 2016

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

The youngest athlete at Rio 2016, swimmer Gaurika Singh, has only just become a teenager. However, she is a 13-year-old with some decidedly serious life experiences. Singh, who lives in London and will represent Nepal at the Olympic Games, was in Kathmandu for the national championships in April last year when a massive earthquake hit the region, killing an estimated 9,000 people as hundreds of buildings crashed to the ground.

139th Jagannath Rath Yatra begins in Ahmedabad

139th Jagannath Rath Yatra begins in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

The total length of rath yatra procession stretches up to 1.5 km. It will return to the temple after almost 11 hours of journey.

What parivartan does Modi want?

What parivartan does Modi want?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

The prime minister says he will bring real change to Bengal. Perhaps he will. The interesting thing is that his party has never defined what this change is, observes Aakar Patel.

Amre, Rathour, Prasad among aspirants for India support staff

Amre, Rathour, Prasad among aspirants for India support staff

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Eyeing the batting coach's job are Lalchand Rajput, Pravin Amre, Mumbai stalwart Amol Muzumdar and Saurashtra's batting bulwark Sitanshu Kotak.

Nitish Kumar inducts 8 new ministers in Bihar cabinet

Nitish Kumar inducts 8 new ministers in Bihar cabinet

Rediff.com2 Jun 2019

Members of allies, the Bharatiya Janata Party and Lok Janshakti Party, were left out from the cabinet expansion.

Deep Industries upbeat on profits

Deep Industries upbeat on profits

Rediff.com25 Sep 2006

Bangladesh lift ban on all-rounder Shakib

Bangladesh lift ban on all-rounder Shakib

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan's six-month ban imposed last month for "misbehaviour" has been lifted, the Bangladesh Cricket Board said on Tuesday.

Hydroxychloroquine can be fatal: Experts

Hydroxychloroquine can be fatal: Experts

Rediff.com6 May 2020

As the pandemic spreads and the urgency for effective treatment of COVID-19 mounts, several countries, including the US, have started relying heavily on HCQ, majorly used in the treatment of malaria and rheumatoid-arthritis.

Here's what BCCI boss Ganguly wants coach Shastri to do...

Here's what BCCI boss Ganguly wants coach Shastri to do...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly said that senior team's head coach Ravi Shastri will be asked to get "more involved" in grooming talent at the National Cricket Academy "till the time he is coach".