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TIMELINE: Federer's rise to greatness

TIMELINE: Federer's rise to greatness

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Following is a timeline charting the 20-times Grand Slam champion's journey to the top of the game:

Iran Attack: Netanyahu Gambles Big

Iran Attack: Netanyahu Gambles Big

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Israel's aerial assault on Iran is widely viewed as an act of naked aggression with no basis in international law, carried out unilaterally despite US opposition and aimed at derailing ongoing US-Iran nuclear negotiations, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Thoothukudi ahoy! Adani, Vedanta in race for port project

Thoothukudi ahoy! Adani, Vedanta in race for port project

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The project is critical as the region expects huge investments in the automotive, renewable energy, and space sectors.

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Will Vijay's CM Googly Win TN Poll Match?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Vijay is counting on what was once proclaimed as his last filmi outing, Jana Nayagan, or 'People's Hero', to do the trick for him, when it releases on January 9, 2026, only months before the assembly poll, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

'Tata, Mahindra Will Not Allow Tesla to Dominate'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'Every Indian should move to an EV, and the government should not buy any fossil fuel cars. The government should become the first driver of EV adoption.'

Before You Buy Cancer Insurance...

Before You Buy Cancer Insurance...

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Purchase health insurance early while you are disease-free. 'It might become very difficult to get a comprehensive health cover for someone who has already had cancer.'

'Scope for a further rate cut in this cycle itself, if...'

'Scope for a further rate cut in this cycle itself, if...'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'India has the potential to grow at more than 7%, with the monetary policy providing a supportive hand.'

Have PSU Stocks? What To Do?

Have PSU Stocks? What To Do?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

'If the markets correct further, PSU stocks could continue to decline.'

The Beauty of Kashmir in Spring

The Beauty of Kashmir in Spring

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The almond flowers blossom announce the arrival of colourful spring in the valley which comes after a long and gruelling winter.

I Am Grateful To Be Alive!

I Am Grateful To Be Alive!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Sometimes I run past a house where the owner has died. The children are abroad. The doors and windows are closed. That is the case with thousands of homes across Kerala.

Maestro A R Rahman's sound tips for Mahindra EVs

Maestro A R Rahman's sound tips for Mahindra EVs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

As auto major Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) became the number two player in the retail passenger vehicle segment for the first time in February, powered by its new launches, the company is setting its sights on technology upgrades.

Car sales drive up thanks to wedding season, rural buy

Car sales drive up thanks to wedding season, rural buy

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Auto majors report positive sales figs for November.

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

By democratising access to finance, empowering women and marginalised groups, and adapting to India's diverse regional landscapes, PMMY has helped fortify the country's grassroots growth engines, says Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India, V Anantha Nageswaran.

2.2 Million Diyas Light Up Ayodhya

2.2 Million Diyas Light Up Ayodhya

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Ayodhya surpassed its earlier record of lighting 1.7 million diyas and set a new Guinness World Record by lighting 2.23 million diyas across 51 ghats during its Deepotsav celebration.

Trump's H-1B Policy Will Affect Desis

Trump's H-1B Policy Will Affect Desis

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Indian Americans contribute approximately 5% to 6% -- roughly $300 billion -- in federal tax revenues annually.

Infy founder's son to launch E2W at Bharat Mobility

Infy founder's son to launch E2W at Bharat Mobility

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Numeros Motors is also planning to come up with a passenger vehicle four-wheeler or a three-wheeler by 2027.

It's Snow White Time In Kashmir!

It's Snow White Time In Kashmir!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Gulmarg was the coldest place in Kashmir on Sunday.

Rare Summer Snowfall in Kashmir

Rare Summer Snowfall in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Qazigund received snowfall early on Monday, May 8, 2023, morning, making the roads slippery

'Nitishji Doesn't Need A Certificate For His Secular Politics'

'Nitishji Doesn't Need A Certificate For His Secular Politics'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'Muslims in Bihar under Nitishji's rule are safest than anywhere else.'

Spotted! The Endangered Bugun Liocichla

Spotted! The Endangered Bugun Liocichla

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The Bugun Liocichla is one of India's critically endangered and rare birds.

Russian Attack Marks 3rd War Anniversary

Russian Attack Marks 3rd War Anniversary

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

In 2024, Russia made only modest territorial gains, controlling about 18% of Ukraine, while suffering massive casualties and equipment losses.

Third 700MW Reactor Achieved Criticality

Third 700MW Reactor Achieved Criticality

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

With this, the unit has exited the construction phase and began the operational phase.

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The Bharat Mata controversy in Kerala shows how political and symbolic fights between the state and the Centre have taken attention away from education, throwing the state's oldest university into confusion and disorder, observes Shyam G Menon.

Srinagar School Reopens After 33 Years

Srinagar School Reopens After 33 Years

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The Arya Samaj has reopened one of its oldest educational institutions in downtown Srinagar after 33 years.

Pakistan Special Forces In Action

Pakistan Special Forces In Action

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Pakistan navy special forces conduct a counter-terrorism demonstration during IDEAS 2022, the Pakistan government's defence exhibition in Karachi, November 17, 2022

Tushar Shah To Travel to Space On Tue

Tushar Shah To Travel to Space On Tue

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Blue Origin's 10th human flight, NS-30, will lift off from Launch Site in West Texas on Tuesday, February 25.

Uttam's Take: Photofinish in Bihar

Uttam's Take: Photofinish in Bihar

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on Bihar 2020.

Can EPS Outwit Amit Shah?

Can EPS Outwit Amit Shah?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami is under pressure from his party as his unclear stand on the BJP alliance has brought back fears among party workers that the party may lose its identity, be forced into an unwanted coalition, and be taken over by the BJP later, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Will TN Governor Ravi Quit After Stinging SC Rebuke?

Will TN Governor Ravi Quit After Stinging SC Rebuke?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Unless Governor Ravi or the Union of India moves in appeal, seeking a hearing by a constitutional Bench, this is where it all will have to end, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Brrrr... It's Freezing In North India

Brrrr... It's Freezing In North India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Residents of North India battle freezing conditions.

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Modiji Blesses Anant-Radhika

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi on Saturday blessed the newly wed couple Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after their wedding that was attended by global celebrities, business tycoons and politicians.

Those Crazy Men And Their Crazier Cars!

Those Crazy Men And Their Crazier Cars!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Since its introduction in 2000 in Belgium, there have been more than 100 Red Bull Soapbox Races around the world with crazy soapbox carts, outrageously outfitted participants, steep hills, crashes and huge crowds cheering every second.

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The interplay between domestic and foreign capital will shape India's equity markets.

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

According to the Department of Pharmaceuticals' annual report for 2024-25, India imported medical devices worth $8.1 billion, while exports stood at $3.7 billion in the financial year 2023-24 (FY24)

'US tariff issue is an overhanging sword'

'US tariff issue is an overhanging sword'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Firodia talked about his plans for the EV-components business, and the components business at large for the group

Yeh Hai India: What Better Sight Of Spring?

Yeh Hai India: What Better Sight Of Spring?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

After a long winter in Kashmir, the almond bloom heralds the arrival of spring.

How Will Lee's Election Impact Asia?

How Will Lee's Election Impact Asia?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Lee Jae-myung's decisive victory in South Korea's snap presidential election marks a major political shift driven by public backlash against authoritarian, with significant implications for domestic reform and the future of the US-South Korea alliance, observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Used-car Sales Likely To Outpace New Ones In FY26

Used-car Sales Likely To Outpace New Ones In FY26

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

India's used car market, which has been growing steadily at 10-12 per cent over the last 2-3 years, is expected to reach $40 billion in FY26.

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

From specialised senior-friendly tours to redesigned hotel amenities, hotels are becoming increasingly attuned to the unique requirements of elderly travellers.

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'We are Indians irrespective whether we are Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayali or Tamilian.' 'I am the best example of this integration.'