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Ahead of no-trust vote, Imran 'confident' of victory

Ahead of no-trust vote, Imran 'confident' of victory

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

The prime minister needs 172 votes in the lower house of 342 to foil the Opposition's bid to topple him.

Shankar to direct Ranveer!

Shankar to direct Ranveer!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Ajay Devgn, NTR Jr, Ram Charan release the RRR poster. Pooja Hegde releases the Acharya poster...

Kalki: The Revolutionary Writer Behind PS 1

Kalki: The Revolutionary Writer Behind PS 1

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Gowri Ramnarayan explores the world of Kalki Krishnamurthy whose magnificent novel Ponniyin Selvan has inspired Mani Ratnam's latest film PS I.

'BJP is insecure about the youth vote'

'BJP is insecure about the youth vote'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

'They have to be seen as being responsive to the employment woes and economic stagnation afflicting many young people.'

UAE Prez Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed dies, India declares state mourning

UAE Prez Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed dies, India declares state mourning

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Since becoming the president of the UAE, Sheikh Khalifa has presided over a major restructuring of both the Federal Government and the government of Abu Dhabi.

Controversy over Abe's State Funeral

Controversy over Abe's State Funeral

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The impact of Shinzo Abe's towering personality is such that even in death, Abe remains a polarising figure, asserts Dr Rajaram Panda.

No-trust vote: Imran faces risk of being run out as allies desert

No-trust vote: Imran faces risk of being run out as allies desert

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Two of his allied parties also withdrew their support and joined the ranks of the rejuvenated Opposition.

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Modi praised Tamil Nadu as a special place and lauded the Tamil language as eternal and its culture as global.

Stock insufficient, may have to halt vaccination: Rajasthan CM

Stock insufficient, may have to halt vaccination: Rajasthan CM

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Friday said the number of COVID-19 doses available in the state is insufficient to carry on vaccination and due to this, inoculation will have to be stopped in many districts on Saturday.

Cricket: England opener Roy gets suspended ban

Cricket: England opener Roy gets suspended ban

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Dutch cricket ventures to a new frontier in maiden New Zealand voyage

Japan's Matsuyama makes history with Masters win

Japan's Matsuyama makes history with Masters win

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Hideki Matsuyama overcame a potentially ruinous moment to become the first Japanese man to win a major championship with a one-shot Masters victory over Will Zalatoris at Augusta National on Sunday.

PM Modi is my son: Shaheen Bagh's 'Bilkis Dadi'

PM Modi is my son: Shaheen Bagh's 'Bilkis Dadi'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

"I have read only the Quran Sharif and I have never been to school but today I feel excited and happy. I congratulate Prime Minister Narendra Modi for also being included in this list. He is also my son. So what if I did not give birth to him, my sister has given birth to him. I pray for his long life and happiness," Bilkis Bano said.

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

Shyam Ramsay passes away

Shyam Ramsay passes away

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

He had been admitted to the CritiCare hospital two days ago.

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma is dead

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Veteran santoor player and music composer Pt Shiv Kumar Sharma died in Mumbai on Tuesday morning following a heart attack, family sources said. He was 84.

What's next for India with FASTag technology

What's next for India with FASTag technology

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

'EV-charging is the next big opportunity after fuelling'

Sachin Bansal-led Navi MF files 7 offers for passive funds in a day

Sachin Bansal-led Navi MF files 7 offers for passive funds in a day

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Navi Mutual Fund (MF), among the latest entrants in the Rs 35-trillion industry, is looking to make a mark in the passive investment space, which is gaining traction in the country. The Flipkart co-founder Sachin Bansal-led fund house filed seven offer documents with the market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on a single day this week. Some of the schemes Navi MF plans to launch are Navi NASDAQ 100 Fund of Fund, Navi Nifty Commodities Index Fund, Navi Nifty 100 ESG Index Fund.

'I'm not a great actor; I'm a smart actor'

'I'm not a great actor; I'm a smart actor'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

'I am not a part of any group or politics.' 'I work with everyone.' 'I have worked with Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn.' 'None of the Khans have ever taken me in their films.'

Cong leader promotes Hindu saint to foster social justice in TN

Cong leader promotes Hindu saint to foster social justice in TN

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

In Tamil Nadu, though reformist spiritual giant Sri Ramanujacharya was a crusader against discrimination who nurtured equality almost a millenium ago, the broad canvas of social justice had only an occasional place for him.

IPL 2022: What makes this batting coach stand out from the rest

IPL 2022: What makes this batting coach stand out from the rest

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Julian Wood saw it coming before anyone else and the pioneering power-hitting coach reckons the role of cricketers with brute power will only increase in the rapidly evolving Twenty20 format, forcing the "touch and skill" batters to reinvent their game.

Ajay Singh appointed press secretary to president

Ajay Singh appointed press secretary to president

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of Singh as Press Secretary to the President on contract basis initially for a period of one year or until further orders, the Department of Personnel and Training said in an order.

RIL to sell 49.9% stake in US joint venture

RIL to sell 49.9% stake in US joint venture

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

RIL, as well as its partner Pioneer Natural Resources Co, are seeking a buyer for their stakes in Eagle Ford Midstream venture as they focus on shale oil production.

Playing Moneyball With The IPL?

Playing Moneyball With The IPL?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

'Did the Moneyball philosophy get redefined in the domain of the cash-rich IPL, which has become an integral part of the cricketing ecosystem?' asks Atanu Biswas.

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal to focus more on long-term strategy

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal to focus more on long-term strategy

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

Ola founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Bhavish Aggarwal will step back from day-to-day operations to focus more on engineering functions, team building, and products, apart from focusing on long-term strategic projects, such as two-wheelers, cars, and innovations in quick commerce and international expansion. "I'll be spending more time with all engineering functions, team building, and on products," said Aggarwal in an internal note, adding, "I'll also be increasing my focus on our longer-term strategic projects, including new two-wheeler products, our car project, innovations in quick commerce, electrifying ride-hailing, our cell research and development (R&D), international expansion, building our Pune technology (tech) centre, and Futurefoundry UK." To drive scale, speed, and quality, Aggarwal said he is expanding Ola Group's chief financial officer (CFO) G R Arun Kumar's role to help him steer 'day-to-day operations' across the group.

Modi posts video of him feeding peacocks

Modi posts video of him feeding peacocks

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

The 1.47-minute video also has a few glimpses of the prime minister's daily walk from his home to his office within the Lok Kalyan Marg residence.

Prof. Roddam Narasimha: The man who paved the way for India's rocket programme

Prof. Roddam Narasimha: The man who paved the way for India's rocket programme

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

'Today, when we talk of success of PSLV and GSLV Mk III, we owe it to important inputs that the Prof. Narasimha committee gave'

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail picks 25.8% pie in Dunzo

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail picks 25.8% pie in Dunzo

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Reliance Retail has bought a 25.8 per cent stake in Dunzo, India's leading quick commerce player, for $200 million (around Rs 1,488 crore) as it looks to expand its presence in online grocery delivery business. Dunzo has raised $240 million (about Rs 1,787 crore) in its latest funding round that was led by Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) - the retail arm of Reliance Industries, the two firms said in a statement. Existing investors Lightbox, Lightrock, 3L Capital and Alteria Capital also participated in the funding round.

Tributes pour in for PK, the man with 'golden kick'

Tributes pour in for PK, the man with 'golden kick'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

From cricket great Sachin Tendulkar to renowned actor Ajay Devgn, Twitter was flooded with messages that relived fond memories associated with PK Banerjee, whose name goes well beyond the sport he played.

Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO; Andy Jassy named successor

Jeff Bezos to step down as Amazon CEO; Andy Jassy named successor

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Billionaire Jeff Bezos, who founded Amazon as an online bookseller nearly three decades ago, will step down as the CEO of the $1.7 trillion global retail giant in the third quarter of 2021 with Andy Jassy being named his successor.

Kohli, Chhetri's fitness motivated this footballer

Kohli, Chhetri's fitness motivated this footballer

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Pritam Kotal said inspired by the fitness and diet regime of Virat Kohli, he has become health conscious of late.

Cyrus Mistry: The Wise Young Owl

Cyrus Mistry: The Wise Young Owl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

'Cyrus was always very different. He would think before acting.'

Desi girl Priyanka slays in a bold backless gown

Desi girl Priyanka slays in a bold backless gown

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The former beauty queen looked stunning as the showstopper.

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

HCL Technologies on Monday said its founder Shiv Nadar will take on the role of Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the company's board. Nadar, chief strategy officer and managing director of the company, on completing 76 years of age, has tendered his resignation as the MD as well as the Director with effect from close of business hours on July 19, according to a regulatory filing. "In order to continue to benefit from his vast knowledge, experience, and wisdom in an advisory role, the Board of Directors in its meeting held today, after considering the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, has approved the appointment of Shri Shiv Nadar as the 'Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the Board' for a term of five years with effect from July 20, 2021," it added.

The G-23 Revolt That Wasn't

The G-23 Revolt That Wasn't

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Members of the G-23, who had shown courage to point out the flaws in the party's functioning, have allowed themselves to be co-opted by the Family to go through the motions of a post-mortem, notes Virendra Kapoor.

India's Forever Debt To Bhabha, Sarabhai

India's Forever Debt To Bhabha, Sarabhai

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Dr Bhabha and Dr Sarabhai didn't feel guilty for their ambitions; it was for those 'mad scientists' that India is a powerhouse -- both at the atomic level and in the vastness of space, observes Kumar Abishek.

Attempt was made to pass off dead as militants: Naga locals

Attempt was made to pass off dead as militants: Naga locals

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Breaking their silence after four days of a shoot-out in which 13 of their village youth died in firing by Para commandos, the Oting Citizens Office, representing Oting village in Nagaland's remote Mon district on Wednesday rubbished official claims and asserted security forces had tried to hide the dead bodies and dress them in fatigues in a bid to pass them off as militants after a botched up ambush.

Practice your religion, but don't indulge in hate speech: Vice Prez

Practice your religion, but don't indulge in hate speech: Vice Prez

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

"Practice your religion but don't abuse and indulge in hate speech and writings," the Vice President said at an event organised to mark the 150th death anniversary of Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a spiritual leader and social reformer from the Kerala Catholic community, at Mannanam near Kottayam.

'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

The launch of e-RUPI, a person- and purpose-specific digital payment solution, by the government is expected to completely negate any pilferage and will ensure full benefit to intended beneficiaries, India Inc said on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched e-RUPI, which is aimed at improving transparency and targeted delivery of benefits. PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Sanjay Aggarwal said that the move is a significant step to enhance the digitisation process of the country.

Uber's business shows strong recovery signs post lockdown in India

Uber's business shows strong recovery signs post lockdown in India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

As Indians start travelling in the new normal, strong recovery in smaller towns underscores success for ride-hailing giant's 'India to Bharat' strategy, which offers new products in regional markets.

Reliance close to selling stake in US shale gas JV

Reliance close to selling stake in US shale gas JV

Rediff.com30 May 2015

Stake valued at $4 billion, against initial expectation of $4.5 billion