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Sushma 'misquoted' Sonia's speech: Congress

Sushma 'misquoted' Sonia's speech: Congress

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Congress on accused senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushama Swaraj of "misleading" the people and "misquoting" the November 4 speech of Sonia Gandhi during the debate on FDI in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

British soldiers get behind the camera

British soldiers get behind the camera

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

From the dust and dirt of a warzone to the gleaming uniforms of an army parade -- these are the images that show the reality of life for British servicemen and women. The revealing series of photographs are some of the winning entries in this year's Army Photographic Competition.

Why is Rahul ignoring the Congress 'war-room'?

Why is Rahul ignoring the Congress 'war-room'?

Rediff.com3 May 2013

The Congress is desperate for good news from Karnataka. Why is Modi campaign in Karnataka followed closely? Why is S M Krishna sulking? All this and more in this week's Dilli Gupshup.

Hope for Sawai Man Singh Stadium after court order

Hope for Sawai Man Singh Stadium after court order

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

A High Court order which has asked Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) and the State Government to sign an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Sawai Man Singh Stadium has raised the hopes that Jaipur might host Rajasthan Royals' home matches in upcoming IPL VI.

'I am inclined towards offbeat films'

'I am inclined towards offbeat films'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Regina Cassandra talks about her experience of working in Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham.

Hrithik in Shekhar Kapur's next?

Hrithik in Shekhar Kapur's next?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2003

Bill Clinton vs Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi

Bill Clinton vs Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com13 Apr 2013

Bill Clinton's address had lessons for both Rahul Gandhi and Narendra Modi, says T N Ninan

PHOTO: Shah Rukh, Shirish Kunder bond on beach in Barbados

PHOTO: Shah Rukh, Shirish Kunder bond on beach in Barbados

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The former sparring partners have apparently buried the hatchet and were spotted holidaying in the Barbados recently.

Saurashtra take lead despite Manish Pandey's hundred

Saurashtra take lead despite Manish Pandey's hundred

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

Middle-order batsman Manish Pandey's fine century could go in vain, as hosts Saurashtra took the vital first innings lead against Karnataka on the third day of the Ranji Trophy quarter-final in Rajkot, on Tuesday. Saurashtra, dismissed for 469 in the first innings, took a crucial 73-run lead after restricting Karnataka to 396, on the third day of the five-day encounter.

'Corruption is sabotaging everything'

'Corruption is sabotaging everything'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2014

'The basic goal is to change politics. Unless we change the political culture, it is not possible to get justice.'

Noteworthy statistics from first-class and Ranji Trophy

Noteworthy statistics from first-class and Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

Rajneesh Gupta gives us a list of noteworthy statistics from first-class and Ranji Trophy

'It's a shame if you can't be safe at 9:30 pm in Delhi'

'It's a shame if you can't be safe at 9:30 pm in Delhi'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Parliament on Tuesday witnessed outrage over the rape of a para-medic student in the capital with a united Opposition demanding an immediate statement by Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on the issue.

S&P lowers India's GDP growth forecast

S&P lowers India's GDP growth forecast

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

S&P also cut China?s GDP growth forecast to 7.5%t and that of rest of Asia.

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Pakistan hangs brigadier for spying

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

It is unlikely Brigadier Raja Rizwan was working for RA&W, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Aus radio stn to give Rs 28L to dead nurse's family

Aus radio stn to give Rs 28L to dead nurse's family

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

An Australian radio network, whose prank call to a British hospital treating a pregnant Kate Middleton led to the death of an Indian-origin nurse, today said it would contribute at least 500,000 Australian dollars (around Rs 28 lakhs) to a memorial fund to help the grieving family of the woman.

Inzamam calls on Pakistan to bat positively

Inzamam calls on Pakistan to bat positively

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Pakistan's most-capped player Inzamam-ul-Haq has called on the current team to show a more positive attitude with the bat in the remaining test of their three-match series against South Africa.

The riddle behind Oyo founder Ritesh Agarwal's $2-bn deal

The riddle behind Oyo founder Ritesh Agarwal's $2-bn deal

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

A deal, where a founder has brought back stake from early investors before an initial public offering, is unheard of in India or pretty much anywhere else, analysts pointed out.

The 10 WORST Films of Arjun Rampal

The 10 WORST Films of Arjun Rampal

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Last week's releases Chakravyuh and Ajab Ghazab Love were certainly not among his best.

Quake in NE: Two hurt, several buildings damaged

Quake in NE: Two hurt, several buildings damaged

Rediff.com11 May 2012

An earthquake of moderate intensity shook Assam and rest of the north-east on Friday. But there was no immediate report of any casualty or damage to properties. The quake measuring 5.4 on the Richter Scale, with its epicenter in Tezpur district, struck at 6.11 pm, said R F Dattatreya of the Meteorological Department in Delhi. He said the quake was of "moderate" intensity.

Investors bet on RIL extending buyback

Investors bet on RIL extending buyback

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

With the company fighting a battle with then petroleum minister Jaipal Reddy and an aggressive Comptroller and Auditor General, seeking answers for investments made in the KG-D6 gas fields, its share price fell below Rs 700 in the middle of 2012.

Two Kannada films will fight it out this weekend

Two Kannada films will fight it out this weekend

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Ganesh's Mr 420 and Prajwal Devaraj's Gokula Krishna to release this week.

AAI election: Rao braces up to take on Malhotra

AAI election: Rao braces up to take on Malhotra

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

With the much-awaited elections to the Archery Association of India (AAI) drawing closer, the national convenor of Clean Sports India B V P Rao, who will be challenging incumbent president V K Malhotra, has raised several issues to ensure that the elections are free and fair.

Vishwanathan Anand's family opens doors to flood-affected Chennai residents

Vishwanathan Anand's family opens doors to flood-affected Chennai residents

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

As several celebrities pitched in for relief and rescue in rain-battered Chennai, the family of chess ace Vishwanathan Anand threw open the doors of its house to some affected people of nearby slums, providing them accommodation, food and clothes.

Mobile phone radiation affects you: What's the govt doing?

Mobile phone radiation affects you: What's the govt doing?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

While we laud the dramatic rise in India's tele-density thanks to the mobile phone penetration, it is concerning to see most subscribers, including the educated class, unaware of the possible health hazards due to radiation from mobile phones and mobile towers.

Shatrughan Sinha recuperating in hospital

Shatrughan Sinha recuperating in hospital

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

The actor was admitted to a Mumbai hospital following a respiratory disorder.

This leg of the market correction may be over

This leg of the market correction may be over

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Exciting times ahead in the FX markets, predicts Sonali Ranade

10 militants, one soldier killed in Pak clash

10 militants, one soldier killed in Pak clash

Rediff.com10 Jun 2012

At least 10 militants and a security personnel were killed on Sunday in a fierce clash in the restive South Waziristan tribal region of Pakistan.

Kareena Kapoor's Biggest Blockbusters

Kareena Kapoor's Biggest Blockbusters

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Looking at Bebo's top money-making movies at the box office.

Watch what you say against PM, BJP tells Team Anna

Watch what you say against PM, BJP tells Team Anna

Rediff.com28 May 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party Monday asked Team Anna to exercise control over its language while criticising the prime minister, saying use of intemperate words against somebody holding the top post is not acceptable.

MNS to go ahead with anti-Mumbai violence protest march

MNS to go ahead with anti-Mumbai violence protest march

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena president Raj Thackeray on Monday said he would go ahead with his protest march on Tuesday against the August 11 violence even though the police have denied permission for it.

Rutuja Bhosale no match for Svitolina

Rutuja Bhosale no match for Svitolina

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

The Indian challenge at the WTA Indian Open ended with the crushing defeat of Rutuja Bhosale at the hands of seventh seeded Ukrainian Elina Svitolina, at the Shiv Chattrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune, on Wednesday. The Indian wild card lost the second round match in the US $125,000 event 3-6, 0-6.

With networth down, Vijay Mallya loses billionaire tag

With networth down, Vijay Mallya loses billionaire tag

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

However, Mallya ranks well above Naresh Goyal of Jet Airways, who has been ranked by Forbes at 94th position with a fortune of $600 million.

'Aditya Chopra doesn't interfere with direction'

'Aditya Chopra doesn't interfere with direction'

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Director Habib Faizal talks about the making of Ishaqzaade

Akon comes to Mumbai

Akon comes to Mumbai

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

Akon makes a musical tour to India.

Nalco stake sale starts; scrip tanks 8%

Nalco stake sale starts; scrip tanks 8%

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

The floor or the minimum offer price for Nalco's share sale has been set at Rs 40 apiece, which was a 10 per cent discount to Thursday's close of Rs 44.65.

Nat tennis: Rawat rallies to overcome Munshaw

Nat tennis: Rawat rallies to overcome Munshaw

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

The top seeds in the men's and women's singles advanced to the semi-finals of the Fenesta Open National Tennis Championships, in Delhi, on Thursday.

3 more rhino carcass recovered in Kaziranga

3 more rhino carcass recovered in Kaziranga

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

Three more rhinos were found dead on Monday in the flood waters of the Kaziranga National Park which has witnessed a sudden rise in poaching activities in the last few weeks.

How Nokia is trying to make a comeback in India

How Nokia is trying to make a comeback in India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2011

The phone maker seeks to protect market share via budget smart phones, dual-SIM devices and more.

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The 92nd Academy Awards nominations have been announced at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.

Kejriwal claims he was offloaded from a Kingfisher flight

Kejriwal claims he was offloaded from a Kingfisher flight

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

Team Anna member Arvind Kejriwal was to fly to Dharamsala and reached the IGI airport in New Delhi in the afternoon and according to him, he cleared the security check and was waiting for boarding when he was told that his ticket was cancelled