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Sri Lanka cricket team fears for safety amid UK riots

Sri Lanka cricket team fears for safety amid UK riots

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Sri Lanka have raised security concerns with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) amid the ongoing anti-immigrant riots in Britain, with players requesting increased security ahead of their upcoming test series against England.

PKL: U Mumba edge Yoddhas with last minute heroics

PKL: U Mumba edge Yoddhas with last minute heroics

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Ajit Chouhan and Rohit Raghav shone bright as U Mumba edged out UP Yoddhas 35-33 in a nail-biting contest to open the Noida leg of Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida on Sunday.

'You don't expect Bumrah to bowl from both ends'

'You don't expect Bumrah to bowl from both ends'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah is only human and cannot always shoulder the responsibility of bowling opposition out all by himself, skipper Rohit Sharma said.

Should You Buy a Super Top-up Health Insurance?

Should You Buy a Super Top-up Health Insurance?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

It is similar to top-up health insurance plan, but provides for one or more claims cumulatively crossing the threshold limit.

Can Lack of Sleep Cause Breast Cancer?

Can Lack of Sleep Cause Breast Cancer?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Disrupting your body's natural circadian rhythm through long-term night shifts could elevate the risk of breast cancer, warns Dr Karishma Kirti.

Does Ozempic Help You Reduce Weight?

Does Ozempic Help You Reduce Weight?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

In India, the drug is not licensed for weight loss. but as anti-diabetic medication, warns Dr Chandrakant Lahariya.

'Trump Won't Hesitate To Use Hard Power'

'Trump Won't Hesitate To Use Hard Power'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

'The touchstone is reciprocity which will be applied to friends and foes alike.' 'It will be a bitter pill to swallow.'

Atalji@100: Vajpayee's Unmatched Legacy

Atalji@100: Vajpayee's Unmatched Legacy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

It was good fortune for India to have Atal Bihari Vajpayee lead the government at a crucial moment in our history. He avoided India meeting the fate of Iraq or Ukraine, asserts military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

CAT: Questions to expect in RC

CAT: Questions to expect in RC

Rediff.com4 Nov 2008

A look at the various types of questions that have made an appearance in the entrance exams of management schools.

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Ask rediffGURU Aashish Sood your CAT related questions.

England eyeing 600 runs a day: 'Bazball' here to stay

England eyeing 600 runs a day: 'Bazball' here to stay

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Ollie Pope reckons England can make 600 Test runs in a day's play

Kiran Reddy harps on 'comprehensive' T-Bill as AP seeks more time

Kiran Reddy harps on 'comprehensive' T-Bill as AP seeks more time

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Tuesday refused to get drawn into the debate of the "original and final" AP Reorganisation Bill-2013 even as he wrote to the President seeking extension of deadline for discussing and returning it.

CAT: Don't waste time on vocab building

CAT: Don't waste time on vocab building

Rediff.com12 Oct 2006

Here's how you can improve your Reading Comprehension skills and Verbal Ability in the last few weeks before CAT 2006.

CAT: How to improve Verbal Ability

CAT: How to improve Verbal Ability

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

CAT expert ARKS Srinivas discusses how students appearing for the competitive exam can score in the Verbal Ability section.

NC promises Article 370, autonomy, statehood resolution

NC promises Article 370, autonomy, statehood resolution

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Restoration of Article 370 and Jammu and Kashmir's statehood as well as implementation of the autonomy resolution passed by the erstwhile assembly in 2000 are among the National Conference's 12 guarantees announced in its manifesto for the upcoming polls.

Delhi's air quality worst in country, 'severe' for first time this season

Delhi's air quality worst in country, 'severe' for first time this season

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

The city's 24-hour Air Quality Index, recorded at 4 pm every day, stood at 418, up from 334 the previous day, and it may trigger stringent restrictions under the third stage of the graded response action plan to mitigate hazardous conditions.

Why You Need Personal Accident Cover

Why You Need Personal Accident Cover

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

'Accidents are unpredictable, whether it's a mishap during Diwali, a fracture during travel, or a fall in the bathroom.'

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Reports (not denied by India) that the USA had 'for the first time provided real-time details to their Indian counterparts on the Chinese positions and force strength in advance of a PLA incursion' into Tawang at the LAC in December 2022, helping India thwart China's expansionist designs, show how operationally effective the USA-India friendship has become on the ground. A engaging excerpt from Sreeram Chaulia's must-read new book, Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Won't escape responsibility if...: Muslim body warns JD-U, TDP on waqf bill

Won't escape responsibility if...: Muslim body warns JD-U, TDP on waqf bill

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

It also cautioned that if the legislation is passed, the "two crutches" on which the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government is running at the Centre would not be able to escape responsibility.

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The e-mail, detailing the points which were discussed and agreed upon between the two sides and also those which weren't, was sent as per the state's requirement based on which the government is expected to issue directives, the doctors said.

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The second round of talks between junior doctors and officials of the West Bengal government failed to break the medics' strike over the RG Kar issue, following the state's refusal to give written minutes of the meeting, the doctors alleged.

'My Son Isn't Interested In Studies'

'My Son Isn't Interested In Studies'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers parenting advice.

Do You Need To Get A New PAN Card?

Do You Need To Get A New PAN Card?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

First things first: For those wondering if they need to reapply, the answer is no.

Buying A Used Car? Read These Smart Tips

Buying A Used Car? Read These Smart Tips

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

You will come across many a hurdle while purchasing a used car. That, however, cannot keep you away from realising your dream.

5 Asanas To Strengthen Your Back, Neck, Shoulders

5 Asanas To Strengthen Your Back, Neck, Shoulders

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Let's explore five transformative yoga asanas designed to fortify your back, neck and shoulders, ensuring you stand tall and strong, just like a tree rooted firmly in the ground.

CAT 2018: Will you score 100 percentile?

CAT 2018: Will you score 100 percentile?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

Two experts who took for the Common Admission Test this year, breaks down the paper for you.

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Buying cancer insurance? Read this

Buying cancer insurance? Read this

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Bear in mind that the amount you get paid depends on the stage at which cancer is detected, reveals Sanjay Kumar Singh.

CAT 2010: A video guide to cracking RC

CAT 2010: A video guide to cracking RC

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

The Reading Comprehension section is often considered the area that requires the most concentration particularly in the CBT format. TCYonline present an effective, efficient strategy.

Congress seeks EC action against 'Modi Parivaar', 'Modi ki Guarantee' ads

Congress seeks EC action against 'Modi Parivaar', 'Modi ki Guarantee' ads

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The party prayed for the removal of the advertisement and action against its authors and publishers.

Dhankar terms coaching centre culture as gas chamber

Dhankar terms coaching centre culture as gas chamber

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

He also pointed out the high sums earned by the coaching centres leading to the commercialisation of education.

Karnataka rolls back quota bill for Kannadigas in jobs

Karnataka rolls back quota bill for Kannadigas in jobs

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The Karnataka government on Wednesday put the reservation bill for Kannadigas in private firms on hold amid fierce criticism from business leaders and tech tycoons.

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Such gaming zones and recreational facilities have come up without the necessary approvals from competent authorities, the bench of Justices Biren Vaishnav and Devan Desai observed.

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Quiet hiring allows employees to expand their skill sets, making them more versatile and valuable to the organisation, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

In retrospect, it appeared that the bitterness of the war was still strong and the Ukrainian success in occupying Russian territory just a few days ago had added to the complexity of the situation. The positive US response to the visit, however, remains a silver lining in the dark clouds, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Do We Need Atmashakti At Work?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Alongside economic growth and the Asian century, stress has become an Asian caravan.' 'But stress doesn't arrive in one's country as invitation to taste exhaustion. It comes dressed as a challenge.' 'Its evangelists ask: Are you man enough to shoulder stress?' points out Shyam G Menon.

Parents, please read this!

Parents, please read this!

Rediff.com25 May 2018

'Parents are like customers and the customer is king.' 'As a result, disciplining by teachers is also frowned upon.' 'One of my teachers gave a student a C in some subject and the father says to me: "I didn't send my son to an expensive school like this for him to get a C!"'

'Pakistan Pushing Terrorists Into Jammu'

'Pakistan Pushing Terrorists Into Jammu'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

'The terrorists are using better technology to secure their communication.' 'It does appear that excessive reliance on technology led to a weakening of human intelligence.'

Bumrah's 'reverse swing' tactic against Rizwan unveiled

Bumrah's 'reverse swing' tactic against Rizwan unveiled

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

It helps to read wicket, try different options, says Jasprit Bumrah