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CIA to release 'graphic' Osama death photos?

CIA to release 'graphic' Osama death photos?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Though there has been a clamour for the Central Intelligence Agency to release secret images and videos of Al Qaeda's Osama bin Laden's death, the agency wants to keep them classified and secret.

Why these 7 cars are SWANKIER than before!

Why these 7 cars are SWANKIER than before!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

These days, auto giants such as Volkswagen, Ford, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Toyota are literally working their hearts out to woo customers at every level.

Karachi violence: Baloch lawmaker's kin among 7 killed

Karachi violence: Baloch lawmaker's kin among 7 killed

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

At least seven persons, including wife and daughter of a Balochistan assembly lawmaker, were shot dead in a fresh outbreak of violence in Karachi.

Battered baby undergoes second surgery, remains critical

Battered baby undergoes second surgery, remains critical

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Doctors at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences on Monday conducted another life saving surgery on the battered two-year-old girl child Falak, who still remains in a critical condition.

No extension to ISI chief Pasha, asserts Gilani

No extension to ISI chief Pasha, asserts Gilani

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has dismissed reports that he was considering a proposal to grant another extension to Inter-Services Intelligence chief Lt Gen Ahmed Shuja Pasha and said a decision on this issue would be made at the "appropriate time".

Probe all encounters in Gujarat from 2002-06: SC

Probe all encounters in Gujarat from 2002-06: SC

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

The Supreme Court on Wednesday asked the monitoring authority headed by its former judge to look into the killings in alleged fake encounters between 2002 to 2006 in Gujarat and file its report within three months.

Indian brands warming up to Facebook ads in news feeds

Indian brands warming up to Facebook ads in news feeds

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

Some are still circumspect, but most think it's a smart platform for promotions.

Rajpal demands Bharat Ratna for Dhyan Chand

Rajpal demands Bharat Ratna for Dhyan Chand

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Indian hockey skipper Rajpal Singh said on Monday that Major Dhyan Chand deserved to be the first sportsperson in the country to be bestowed with the Bharat Ratna.

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

While David Beckham has set his sights on winning a second successive Major League Soccer (MLS) championship with the LA Galaxy this year, he also has big ambitions at the London Olympics.

Djokovic crushes Australian dreams to reach quarters

Djokovic crushes Australian dreams to reach quarters

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Novak Djokovic weathered a gallant challenge from a tenacious Lleyton Hewitt to send the last Australian in the draw packing and make the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Monday.

Photos: A look at Nokia Lumia 900

Photos: A look at Nokia Lumia 900

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

It's the most powerful Nokia Windows Phone but lacks that unique differentiating factor to get a lead in an Android dominated market.

WSH: Chandigarh Comets to take on Bhopal Badshahs in Opener

WSH: Chandigarh Comets to take on Bhopal Badshahs in Opener

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Chandigarh Comets would clash with Bhopal Badshahs at the former's venue to kick start the inaugural $ 2 million prize money World Series Hockey championships on February 29.

Serie A: Milan, Udinese keep up pressure on Juve

Serie A: Milan, Udinese keep up pressure on Juve

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

AC Milan took their time but eventually eased past bottom side Novara 3-0 to stay on the tail of Serie A leaders Juventus on Sunday as Udinese and Inter Milan also won.

Will Sehwag save India with another special in Adelaide?

Will Sehwag save India with another special in Adelaide?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Virender Sehwag doesn't need to look anywhere for inspiration when he leads India in the fourth Test against Australia. His persevering innings the last time he played at the Adelaide Oval, says Bikash Mohapatra, is enough to give his batting the fillip it desperately needs.

Lion-heart Clijsters overcomes Li Na challenge

Lion-heart Clijsters overcomes Li Na challenge

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Kim Clijsters was courage personified as the defending champion shook off a painful ankle injury and saved four match points to overhaul China's Li Na 4-6, 7-6, 6-4 and reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Sunday.

Anything less than 4-0 will be disappointing: Clarke

Anything less than 4-0 will be disappointing: Clarke

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Australia have an unassailable lead in hand but skipper Michael Clarke says he wouldn't be satisfied with anything less than a 4-0 whitewash of India in the ongoing cricket Test series.

Disbanded IOA Ethics Committee had showcaused Kalmadi

Disbanded IOA Ethics Committee had showcaused Kalmadi

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

The bitter turf war in the IOA seems to be taking one dramatic turn after another with the latest twist being the release of a showcause notice that was sent to sacked Commonwealth Games Organising Committee chief Suresh Kalmadi by the body's disbanded Ethics Commission.

Serie A: Juve go four points clear, Totti breaks record

Serie A: Juve go four points clear, Totti breaks record

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Second-half goals from Stephan Lichtsteiner and Emanuele Giaccherini sent Juventus four points clear in Serie A after they defeated Atalanta 2-0 in Bergamo on Saturday to finish the first half of the season unbeaten.

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

I feel ashamed by India's performance: Kapil

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Stating that he felt "ashamed" by the Indian cricket team's dismal performance against Australia in the ongoing Test series, former India captain Kapil Dev said every aspect of the game has gone wrong for the Indians.

Advertisers keep faith with struggling Indian stars

Advertisers keep faith with struggling Indian stars

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

The India Test side's continued freefall in Australiahas infuriated the media and angered fans back home but advertisers and broadcasters are refusing to give up on cricket, given a lack of alternatives and the fickleness of local supporters.

9 reasons for not getting a good night's sleep

9 reasons for not getting a good night's sleep

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Not an insomniac but yet can't sleep at night? Wonder what makes you keep awake? Here are nine reasons.

Bhupathi blasts AITA's policy decision

Bhupathi blasts AITA's policy decision

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Taking potshots at the All India Tennis Association, senior pro Mahesh Bhupathi, on Thursday, said he is not sure of pairing with Sania Mirza in the mixed doubles event of the London Olympics because of the national body's "funny politics".

PHOTOS: Sharapova, Serena and Djokovic cruise at Aus Open

PHOTOS: Sharapova, Serena and Djokovic cruise at Aus Open

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Images from day four of the Australian Open 2012 tennis tournament in Melbourne, on Thursday.

Deepika, Jayanata may go to S Korea for training

Deepika, Jayanata may go to S Korea for training

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Tata Steel plans to send woman archer Deepika Kumari and Jayanta Talukdar, the lone recurve archer qualified for the mega event, to South Korea for training ahead of the Olympics.

3rd hockey Test: Fit-again Walmiki set to play against SA

3rd hockey Test: Fit-again Walmiki set to play against SA

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Promising striker Yuvraj Walmiki is all set to return to India's playing eleven in the third hockey Test against South Africa in New Delhi, on Thursday, after remaining in the sidelines for nearly one-and-a-half month due to a hip injury.

Lyon taking tips from Warne to plot India's downfall

Lyon taking tips from Warne to plot India's downfall

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

The only struggling Australian bowler against a clueless Indian batsmen, off-spinner Nathan Lyon is taking tips from spin legend Shane Warne to plot the downfall of Virender Sehwag and his men in the fourth and final Test in Adelaide starting on January 24.

Maradona has kidney stones removed

Maradona has kidney stones removed

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Diego Maradona has undergone surgery to have kidney stones removed, the Dubai hospital where he is being treated said on Monday.

I-League: Shillong Lajong signs Renedy Singh

I-League: Shillong Lajong signs Renedy Singh

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

North East's only Football Club in the prestigious I-League, the Shillong Lajong FC, on Monday, signed national mid-fielder Renedy Singh ahead of their first home encounter against Churchill on Wednesday.

These 7 ULTRABOOKS will REDEFINE computing

These 7 ULTRABOOKS will REDEFINE computing

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Here's a list of 7 Ultrabooks to look out for in 2012 that will redefine computing.

Nano to have more power, variants: Ratan Tata

Nano to have more power, variants: Ratan Tata

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Tata Group head Ratan Tata said on Tuesday he has set higher ambitions for the Nano car which will be available in more variants, including diesel and electric versions.

Good News: India's unemployment rate falls to 6.6%

Good News: India's unemployment rate falls to 6.6%

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Government on Thursday said unemployment rate in the country has declined from 8.3 per cent in 2004-05 to 6.6 per cent in 2009-10 despite global slowdown because of the success of the employment policies.

India's top 20 youthful brands

India's top 20 youthful brands

Rediff.com24 Feb 2012

Youth is one of the largest consumer groups in India. Every brand is trying to reach out to them. Read here to find out, which brand was successful in its attempt to connect with the youth.

Will the new engine deal benefit GoAir?

Will the new engine deal benefit GoAir?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

GoAir Managing Director Jeh Wadia is ecstatic. Eight months after ordering 72 Airbus A320 Neos worth over $7 billion (Rs 32,400 crore), he has signed an all-important engine deal for these planes.

This will be the fastest car in the world

This will be the fastest car in the world

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

Right now, the fastest car in the world is the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Photos: Bajaj unveils Pulsar 200 Naked Sport

Photos: Bajaj unveils Pulsar 200 Naked Sport

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

After 10 long years, Bajaj Auto has finally unveiled the next generation Pulsar, which is not only a huge step forward but will redefine the motorcycle industry.

Top 5 smartphones with killer looks and performance

Top 5 smartphones with killer looks and performance

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

We help you with a list of five phones that will make your friends jealous (unless they have one of the other four from this very list!).

India shining: Per capita income to cross Rs 60,000!

India shining: Per capita income to cross Rs 60,000!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Reflecting general rise in living standard, India's per capita income is estimated to grow above Rs 60,000 per annum or over Rs 5,000 per month, said the government data.

Slowdown hits India's growth, GDP to sink to 6.9% in FY12

Slowdown hits India's growth, GDP to sink to 6.9% in FY12

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

The Indian economy will grow by 6.9 per cent in 2011-12 against 8.4 per cent in the last financial year according to government estimates.

Delhi police trace Baby Falak's 3-year-old sister

Delhi police trace Baby Falak's 3-year-old sister

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

In the latest development in the Baby Falak case, the Delhi police have traced the second child of her mother, Munni, in Muzaffarpur in Bihar. The three-year-old child has been identified by the police as Sanobar.

9 major rivals of Honda Brio Diesel

9 major rivals of Honda Brio Diesel

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

Honda Motors has developed its own diesel power-trains.