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Governance is not a T20 match

Governance is not a T20 match

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The prime minister should trifurcate the IAS, recommends T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

IPL security to be centrally managed: Modi

IPL security to be centrally managed: Modi

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

Asserting that security of the players is paramount, IPL commissioner Lalit Modi on Tuesday said the cover around the participating cricketers at the Twenty20 event would be centrally-managed and the budget for it 10 times more than last year. Explaining the security plan, Modi revealed the IPL will not leave to the teams this year and take control of the arrangements centrally.

Bengal cricketers to undergo mandatory eye tests

Bengal cricketers to undergo mandatory eye tests

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

In a first among domestic teams in India, Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) will be conducting mandatory eye tests for its senior and under-23 teams once training camps resumes post coronavirus. This was decided during discussion between the CAB administration and Bengal coaching unit, which felt that often the eyesight gets affected after the cricketers come back from a long lay-off.

EPL: Chelsea urge fans to take care after train blast in London

EPL: Chelsea urge fans to take care after train blast in London

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

Chelsea have released a statement urging fans travelling to Stamford Bridge for their English Premier League match against Arsenal on Sunday to take extra precautions in the aftermath of Friday's terrorism incident in London, as Parsons Green is near the club's stadium.

China gears up for Communist Party's 100th birthday

China gears up for Communist Party's 100th birthday

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

The highlight of the occasion, according to officials, is an address to a special gathering in the morning by President Xi Jinping, who cast himself in the mould of Mao Zedong, the founder of the Communist Party of China as it is officially called.

Kohli bats for rotation policy in age of bio-bubbles

Kohli bats for rotation policy in age of bio-bubbles

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Kohli said for such a policy to succeed, a solid bench strength is paramount.

US 'laser-focused' on troop pullout from Afghanistan by Aug 31

US 'laser-focused' on troop pullout from Afghanistan by Aug 31

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

The Biden Administration on Monday said it was now focused on completing its evacuation mission from Afghanistan by August 31, the deadline for removing all American troops from the country.

Tata Group chief Cyrus Mistry meets Modi

Tata Group chief Cyrus Mistry meets Modi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Mistry took over as head of the $96.79 billion diversified conglomerate in December 2012.

New Zealand offers to host IPL: BCCI official

New Zealand offers to host IPL: BCCI official

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

New Zealand is the latest country after the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka which has offered to host the Indian Premier League in case the T20 league can't be held in India due to rising cases of coronavirus. The postponement announcement of the T20 World Cup scheduled to be held in October-November in Australia, is imminent, creating a window for the 13th edition of IPL.

Deepika wants 'amazing babies' from Vin Diesel?!

Deepika wants 'amazing babies' from Vin Diesel?!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

Deepika Padukone tells Ellen DeGeneres about her 'crazy love' for her xXx: Return Of Xander Cage co-star Vin Diesel.

Falling in love with Star Trek all over again

Falling in love with Star Trek all over again

Rediff.com1 May 2009

Prequel to take you where no Star Trek has gone before.

Will Kohli & Co start outdoor training post May 18?

Will Kohli & Co start outdoor training post May 18?

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Indian cricketers might start skill-based outdoor training after May 18 if restrictions are eased in the fourth phase of the national lockdown, BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal said on Thursday while talking about a roadmap to resume the sport. Due to the countrywide lockdown, all top athletes are confined to their homes and are just doing some exercises to keep themselves fit in the lockdown to contain the coronavirus pandemic, which will enter its fourth phase from May 18.

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

World Cup: How BCCI plans to protect players during IPL

World Cup: How BCCI plans to protect players during IPL

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

We have shortlisted 18 players and will rotate them: Prasad on WC plans

'I am second highest wicket-taker in IPL, what else can one do?'

'I am second highest wicket-taker in IPL, what else can one do?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2021

Wrist spin is a difficult craft that not only requires hours of honing the skill sets but also a leader who backs its practitioner in difficult moments of the game, feels one of IPL's most successful leg-spinners Amit Mishra.

After CDS, theaterisation of armed forces next logical step: Army Chief

After CDS, theaterisation of armed forces next logical step: Army Chief

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

As per the plan, each of the theatre commands will have units of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force, and all of them will work as a single entity looking after security challenges in a specified geographical territory under an operational commander.

COVID-19 concerns: Nine foreign players in PSL to return home

COVID-19 concerns: Nine foreign players in PSL to return home

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

PCB said it had given the option to all foreign players and support staff to withdraw from the tournament if they wanted to and franchises can replace them with local players and officials.

'The key to success is the frequency of flights'

'The key to success is the frequency of flights'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2008

Paramount Airway's Managing Director M Thiagarajan insists that his is the only profitable airline in the country, but refuses to share the company's balance sheet with the media.

Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin dies in a car accident

Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin dies in a car accident

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

The talented actor died in a car accident on June 19.

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'If the Russian forces do capture Kyiv and set up some sort of provisional government, they might run into an insurgency, for which the geography is just right, it could prove costly for them.' 'In that event, the whole exercise could turn out to be counter-productive -- and costly in both foreign policy and domestic terms.'

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Volvo S60 takes the safety-first mantra seriously

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

With all the safety equipment that it features, the S60 could be the smarter, more mature sedan alternative that consumers in this price category want, says Pavan Lall.

Love Guru: Moronic humour

Love Guru: Moronic humour

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

The film is flat, and it does no justice to its lead actor Mike Myers' reputation of a terrific entertainer.

Akshay Kumar's TOP 10 HITS

Akshay Kumar's TOP 10 HITS

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

We celebrate Akshay's birthday by looking back at his top 20 blockbusters over the years.

NADA to minimise dope testing due to coronavirus threat

NADA to minimise dope testing due to coronavirus threat

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

NADA takes help from government doctors to conduct dope tests but all medical officers are busy in the wake of rising in coronavirus cases.

Modi govt can put India back on high growth path: Prez

Modi govt can put India back on high growth path: Prez

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

The President in his address to the joint sitting of Parliament unveiled the policies and priorities of the BJP - led NDA government which assumed power last month after elections to the 16th Lok Sabha.

Indo-American Chamber slams new e-com rules

Indo-American Chamber slams new e-com rules

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

The proposed amendments to the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, that are envisioned to protect consumer interests, may further compound the impact of multiplicity of regulations on the e-commerce sector, the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) had told the ministry of consumer affairs. IACC, the apex bilateral chamber for Indo-US business, had told the government that the proposed amendments would increase compliance liabilities that risk severely impairing the growth of the sector.

India's growth potential at 6.5-7%: S&P

India's growth potential at 6.5-7%: S&P

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Days after keeping India's rating at lowest investment grade for 13th year in a row, the rating agency in a webinar said despite the contraction in GDP this year, the country continues to be an outperformer among the peer groups.

India Open, Syed Modi cancelled in BWF's adjusted calendar

India Open, Syed Modi cancelled in BWF's adjusted calendar

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The BWF also shared its Standard Operation Procedure with member associations, saying any breach "can result in accreditation being revoked and participants not permitted to enter the venue."

Could Coronavirus force legalisation of ball-tampering?

Could Coronavirus force legalisation of ball-tampering?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Shining the ball is an integral part of Test cricket as it helps the bowlers swing the ball, both conventional and reverse.

Tom Cruise breaks ankle; Mission Impossible 6 on hold

Tom Cruise breaks ankle; Mission Impossible 6 on hold

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Injury caution for Tom Cruise? He throws it out of the window before you can say Mission Impossible!

Budget: Mission Poshan 2.0 to improve nutritional outcomes

Budget: Mission Poshan 2.0 to improve nutritional outcomes

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

The supplementary nutrition programme and the Poshan Abhiyaan under the Women and Child Development Ministry has been merged to launch Mission Poshan 2.0 to strengthen nutritional content, delivery, outreach, and outcome, according to the Union Budget announced on Monday.

Govt will protect India's interests: Sonia

Govt will protect India's interests: Sonia

Rediff.com21 Feb 2006

Congress president Sonia Gandhi Tuesday said the government will always give "paramount" consideration to protection of the country's interests while dealing with the Iran nuclear issue and Indo-US nuclear deal.

Covid doesn't stop superstars from shooting!

Covid doesn't stop superstars from shooting!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

Shooting is underway for Amitabh Bachchan's Goodbye, Shah Rukh Khan's Pathan, Salman Khan's Tiger 3 and Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan's Adipurush among other films.

'Maharaja of Travancore was a living saint'

'Maharaja of Travancore was a living saint'

Rediff.com29 May 2021

'What a saint he was. What a godly person he was.'

Odisha's Dongria Kondhs face Covid threat

Odisha's Dongria Kondhs face Covid threat

Rediff.com29 May 2021

There is little doubt that the Dongria Kondhs are facing their biggest challenge. Being small in number, they need special attention and care in order to fight this deadly virus.

Shooting's national camp to resume from August 1, attendance compulsory

Shooting's national camp to resume from August 1, attendance compulsory

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

The NRAI is also working on organising 'bilateral engagements for its Olympic squad' subject to approval of the government and the Sports Authority of India.

Indian Wells tennis becomes first big US sports casualty of coronavirus

Indian Wells tennis becomes first big US sports casualty of coronavirus

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The Indian Wells tennis tournament was set to start on Tuesday, attracts the game's top players from both the men's and women's sides and drew a record 475,000 fans over its two-week run last year. It was cancelled over concerns about the spread of a coronavirus in Southern California.

How poor air could hit players in long matches at Aus Open

How poor air could hit players in long matches at Aus Open

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Chris Evert - along with John McEnroe - told reporters that air quality should be paramount in tournament organisers' minds.

Beyond CV, 10 skills managers look for

Beyond CV, 10 skills managers look for

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Employers are now increasingly looking for candidates with a wide range of nuanced skills that will be crucial to have an edge in a competitive market, says Shekhar Bhattacharjee.

In light of NIA arrests, Jaitley defends snooping order

In light of NIA arrests, Jaitley defends snooping order

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

'Would this crackdown of the terrorist module by NIA have been possible without interception of electronic communications?'