The biggest challenge Naidu will face during the padyatra will be himself. Hand him a mike and he gets into speech mode immediately. And worse, focusses on 1995 to 2004. Reminding the farmers of his rule is hardly going to help. It is this 'I, me, myself' mode that Naidu slips into, that could cost the TDP dear, says TS Sudhir
In more trouble for Reebok India, the I-T department has launched a probe into its finances and has begun issuing notices to its executives after an alleged Rs 870-crore (Rs 8.7-billion) fraud case was detected by the company against two of its top officials.
Every self-respecting city in India will have its version of China Town or Chor Bazaar.
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard responded to the critics who have questioned his future by scoring a sizzling hat-trick against Bolton Wanderers on Sunday.
Among the options being weighed are discounts on existing rentals, short-term deferrals, and 50 per cent waivers.
Groceries, apparel, computers, phones and sporting accessories are among the most popular. There is also a growing trend of men visiting the store, rather than women.
Chelsea were held and Newcastle United and Liverpool humbled on a day of surprises in the Premier League on Saturday when the lesser lights enjoyed some unexpected success against the more established teams.
With two major cricketing events -- the World Cup and the Indian Premier League -- back to back this year, the retail fan cricket gear market is on a roll.
Chelsea confirmed their return to form with a ruthless 4-0 win over Bolton Wanderers on Monday to keep a foothold in the Premier League title race.
Heart patients can prolong their life if they interrupt their sedentary lifestyle and move around every 20 minutes.
Aston Villa skipper Stilian Petrov headed an equaliser three minutes from time to force a 2-2 draw at Championship side Crystal Palace in an outstanding FA Cup fifth round tie Sunday.
The decision to relocate the second edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 tournament to South Africa has prompted several key advertisers such as Hyundai, Havell's and Reebok, among others, to consider cutting back budgets or pulling out.
In India, traditional media, such as television and print, account for over 80 per cent of the total advertising industry. However, advertisers in India are slowly realising the potential of digital advertising media led by internet and mobile. Microsoft recently made a successful campaign for for what was perceived as an un-cool software on accountancy. The Ideawins website led to 1.5mn downloads of the software in one year, which was three times their original sales target.
The actor can't stop gushing about the special bond she shares with her tiny tot!
Exciting gym wear is a big exercise booster.
Jamaica's Usain Bolt streaked home in a time of 9.72 seconds to set a new 100m record.
The actress, who happens to be the new face of the sports brand, teamed up with dashing cricketer Yuvraj Singh for an outdoor campaign for the brand.
The two fastest 100 metres sprinters, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell, could race in Jamaica later this month.
Usain Bolt established himself as the fastest man on the planet on Saturday by setting a world record in the 100 metres. Now the 21-year-old Jamaican has his eyes on a bigger prize -- Olympic gold in athletics' blue ribband event.
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been charged by the FA for an outburst at the referee during the defeat at Bolton Wanderers on Saturday
The skipper and wicket-keeper star in Reebok's new global campaign.
Players like Rohit Sharma or Dinesh Karthik who could never command more than Rs 10 to Rs 15 lakh can now hope to hit Rs 30 lakh for new deals. Bowler Sreesanth's endorsement tag has shot up from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 40 lakh.
Before February 21, Sharma, who has been outstanding in the 13 matches he has played for India, charged Rs 20 lakh (Rs 2 million) to Rs 25 lakh (Rs 2.5 million) and had signed up with Pepsi and Reebok.
Leaders Manchester United stayed three points clear in the English Premier League by beating Everton 3-0.
Setting eyes on becoming the number one sports goods brand in India in the next three years, German firm Adidas is undertaking a major retail expansion that will entail adding over 100 stores every year.
Taking a lead from in-film advertising, multi-national companies are now eyeing associative marketing partnerships in Bollywood.
Go sporty this monsoon, with a handbag that's both chic and practical.
The hottest trend in casual footwear? Wild, funky and full of colour!
Nicolas Anelka scored twice against his old club to help Bolton Wanderers beat Arsenal 3-1 to climb to third in the Premier League on Saturday.
Arsenal and Bolton Wanderers will face each other in the FA Cup for the third successive season after being paired in the fourth round draw on Monday.
Chelsea almost stole the points at the death but Argentine Hernan Crespo wasted two good chances while defender Ricardo Carvalho headed over.
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