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India's schedule at the Asian Games on Tuesday

India's schedule at the Asian Games on Tuesday

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

India's schedule for Tuesday, the fourth day of competition, at the Asian Games in Incheon.

Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Who said star kids have it easy?

I had to choose between chess and cricket: Chahal

I had to choose between chess and cricket: Chahal

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Chess master-turned-cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal went back to his old passion, headlining an online blitz event organised by chess.com, and said the sport taught him to be patient on the cricket field. A former national Under-12 chess champion, India cricketer Chahal has the distinction of having represented the country at the World Youth Chess Championships, and is listed on the World Chess Federation (FIDE) website. His Elo rating is 1956.

SC stays EC order to remove Kamal Nath as star campaigner

SC stays EC order to remove Kamal Nath as star campaigner

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The counsel appearing for the poll panel told a bench headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde that Nath's petition has become infructuous as the campaigning has ended and the voting is on Tuesday.

'Historic moment for Indian Americans'

'Historic moment for Indian Americans'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2019

Describing it as a historic moment for the Indian American community, Rakesh Mangal, former president of the Indian American Doctors' Association, Houston, said Trump attending the "Howdy Modi" event says how important India is to the entire world, especially to the US.

Farmer protests continue amid fortification of Delhi borders

Farmer protests continue amid fortification of Delhi borders

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Even media persons covering the agitation manage to reach the protest sites with difficulty as they first have to pass through checking and then cross multiple layers of barricading. A Bharatiya Kisan Union office-bearer at Ghazipur border, which now resembles a highly-secured fortress, said despite the odds, supporters from far-off places are reaching the site to express solidarity with farmers.

Court orders probe into Rahul's RSS remarks

Court orders probe into Rahul's RSS remarks

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

A local court in Alwar, Rajasthan has directed the district police to conduct an inquiry into the alleged remarks made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangha.

Thirty, including 27 children, killed as school bus plunges into gorge in HP

Thirty, including 27 children, killed as school bus plunges into gorge in HP

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The bus was carrying 40-45 people and most of those killed were students of elementary classes, aged below ten.

Gaya road rage: JD-U MLC's spouse, bodyguard sent to judicial custody

Gaya road rage: JD-U MLC's spouse, bodyguard sent to judicial custody

Rediff.com9 May 2016

The two were being taken to Gaya central jail for interrogation, Magadh Zone Deputy Inspector General Saurabh Kumar said.

Why is Raj Mehta Good News for Akshay-Kareena?

Why is Raj Mehta Good News for Akshay-Kareena?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

2019 seems totally ready for new directors, with superstars queuing up to work with fresh talent.

Modi govt reshuffles top secretaries; Ajay Bhalla to be new home secy

Modi govt reshuffles top secretaries; Ajay Bhalla to be new home secy

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The appointments committee of the Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi cleared Bhalla's appointment as OSD in the ministry with immediate effect.

Six crude bombs found in Mumbai, 2 arrested

Six crude bombs found in Mumbai, 2 arrested

Rediff.com26 Sep 2007

Joint Commissioner of Police Rakesh Maria said that the bombs were kept in a backpack and made of low-intensity explosives like gunpowder. The arrested duo has been identified as Rajeev Jaigovind Singh and Soumitra Badal Roy.

Chouhan faces big challenges in fourth term as CM

Chouhan faces big challenges in fourth term as CM

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic, weak economic conditions, and a few political considerations are some of the challenges he faces.

'Murdered' Jalaun sisters found alive in Ghaziabad

'Murdered' Jalaun sisters found alive in Ghaziabad

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

Two sisters, who were declared dead after their bodies being identified by family members, have been found alive in Ghaziabad, following which the police have detained their parents.

PIX: Sunny, Ranbir, Sonakshi watch Dangal

PIX: Sunny, Ranbir, Sonakshi watch Dangal

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

This was one big fat screening!

PHOTOS: Nation bids tearful adieu to its fallen heroes

PHOTOS: Nation bids tearful adieu to its fallen heroes

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

An emotional farewell was given to the valiant army jawans who lost their lives in the Uri attack, as their last rites were performed in their respective native villages with full military and state honours.

Petrogate: Police file chargesheet against 13 accused

Petrogate: Police file chargesheet against 13 accused

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Delhi police on Saturday filed chargesheet against 13 persons arrested in connection with the petroleum ministry document leak case.

CBI seeks permission to conduct polygraph test on Raja Bhaiya

CBI seeks permission to conduct polygraph test on Raja Bhaiya

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Thursday moved an application in a special court in Lucknow, seeking permission to conduct lie detection test on former minister Raghuraj Pratap Singh alias Raja Bhaiya in connection with killing of Kunda Deputy Superintendent of police Zia-ul-Haq.

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The Indian Air Force is monitoring the developments along the western front, he said.

Big win for BJP allies in in Maha, Punjab assembly by-polls

Big win for BJP allies in in Maha, Punjab assembly by-polls

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

The assembly by-poll elections yielded good results for BJP allies.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai beat Baroda in thriller

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai beat Baroda in thriller

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Paceman Shardul Thakur and off-spinner Akhil Herwadkar shared six wickets between them as Mumbai eked out a narrow four-run win over Baroda in their West Zone match in the Vijay Hazare trophy, in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

COVID-19: 'Modi is the Muqaddar ka Sikandar'

COVID-19: 'Modi is the Muqaddar ka Sikandar'

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'This pandemic has given him a new platform to perform,' says a member of the government. 'He should feel lucky that he has got an opportunity now to demonstrate to the world his original talent.' 'He needs a visionary script to perform.' Sheela Bhatt reports on the politics of the pandemic.

CBI plea to let off Tytler for '84 anti-Sikh riots

CBI plea to let off Tytler for '84 anti-Sikh riots

Rediff.com1 Dec 2009

The Central Bureau of Investigation, on Tuesday, cited statements of witnesses, including an eye-witness Surinder Singh, to a local court in an attempt to justify its closure report in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case against former union minister Jagdish Tytler.

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Haryana beat Delhi to top Group E

Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Haryana beat Delhi to top Group E

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Andhra's chase was anchored by right-handed opener Hebbar, who hammered six boundaries and a six, despite losing partners at the other end.

Select your team for the sixth ODI against NZ

Select your team for the sixth ODI against NZ

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

You be the selector and pick your eleven for the sixth ODI against New Zealand at Auckland, on January 11.

Punia wins silver, Dhillon bronze in discus throw

Punia wins silver, Dhillon bronze in discus throw

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Discus throwers Seema Punia and Navjeet Kaur Dhillon opened India's medal hunt in athletics at the 21st Commonwealth Games, clinching a silver and bronze respectively on Thursday.

Anupam Kher slams 'AwardWapsi Gang' for returning honours

Anupam Kher slams 'AwardWapsi Gang' for returning honours

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

In a series of tweets, Kher said that the filmmakers' decision is an insult to the Censor Board jury and the audience.

We did not keep anyone in dark, says Swaraj; slams Congress

We did not keep anyone in dark, says Swaraj; slams Congress

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

She said no government can declare anyone dead without proof and her government does not believe in the theory of 'missing, believed to be killed'.

PIX: Karan Patel, Ankita Bhargava's sangeet ceremony

PIX: Karan Patel, Ankita Bhargava's sangeet ceremony

Rediff.com2 May 2015

The couple will get married on May 3.

When Hindi songs inspired movie titles!

When Hindi songs inspired movie titles!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

There have been a lot of instances, when film titles have been picked from hit songs.

Bollywood's history of blackmail

Bollywood's history of blackmail

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Bollywood's tryst with blackmail!

AFI names 31-member athletics team for Gold Coast CWG

AFI names 31-member athletics team for Gold Coast CWG

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

Four 20km race walkers -- two men and two women -- have already been named from the separate national championships held in New Delhi in February.

2 army men, among 5, selected for Kirti Chakra

2 army men, among 5, selected for Kirti Chakra

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday approved a total of 112 gallantry awards for defence and paramilitary personnel for their sacrifices to the nation, the defence ministry said.

Shake up in Maharashtra police

Shake up in Maharashtra police

Rediff.com17 Mar 2003

Among other officers, joint commissioner Sridhar Wagal has been transferred to the Maharashtra police.

'A chaiwala did, what an economist couldn't'

'A chaiwala did, what an economist couldn't'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

As people wait in long queues outside banks, they appear happy that the ban on Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes will unearth black money and root out corruption.

'Didn't want Rafale deal to go Bofors way'

'Didn't want Rafale deal to go Bofors way'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

'We were against politicisation of the defence acquisition process. It was a question of capability of the air force'

In SP's list of 191 candidates, Shivpal Yadav finds place

In SP's list of 191 candidates, Shivpal Yadav finds place

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Shivpal Yadav will contest the elections from Jaswantnagar, the constituency sought for him by SP patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav.

Bollywood remembers Krishna Raj Kapoor

Bollywood remembers Krishna Raj Kapoor

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

The Kapoors prayed for the matriarch at a chautha.

J&K: Two armymen killed in encounter

J&K: Two armymen killed in encounter

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Two army personnel have been killed in an encounter with six suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists in the Poonch sector close to the Line of Control. The six terrorists, including JeM local commander Abu Dawood, have been encircled by the security forces amidst intermittent gunfire. The gunbattle, which began on Wednesday, was on till last reports came in.

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan parties with Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 team

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan parties with Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 team

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

A look at the star arrivals.