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India watching Pak closely: Krishna

India watching Pak closely: Krishna

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

External Affairs Minister SM Krishna on Monday said India is keeping a close watch on Pakistan and monitoring the situation in that country.

India wants to normalise ties with Pak: Krishna

India wants to normalise ties with Pak: Krishna

Rediff.com23 Jan 2010

Amidst angst in Pakistan over the snub to their players in connection with the third edition of the Indian Premier League, External Affairs Minister SM Krishna has said India wants a cordial relationship with Pakistan just like with any other country.Reiterating that the government had no influence over the money-spinning IPL, Krishna said India was keen to normalise ties with Pakistan.

Ball is in Pak court, says Krishna on peace talks

Ball is in Pak court, says Krishna on peace talks

Rediff.com27 May 2009

The newly elected United Progressive Alliance government reached out to the victims of the Lahore blast today that killed at least 40 people and injured hundreds.

Ranji: Karnataka beat Railways, Mumbai-HP tie rained off

Ranji: Karnataka beat Railways, Mumbai-HP tie rained off

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

A summary of the final day's play in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

IT services firms sweeten deals to retain clients

IT services firms sweeten deals to retain clients

Rediff.com4 May 2009

Among the ways of sweetening deals are cost-saving assurances, doing portfolio assessment or feasibility studies for free, opting for fixed-price contracts, picking up smaller engagements with existing clients and offering more services for the same money.

Ford small car Figo is here!

Ford small car Figo is here!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

India's role as an important player in the future of Ford Motor Company's international strategy was underscored on Wednesday when the company's President and CEO Alan Mulally unveiled an all-new small car targetting the Indian car market: the Ford Figo.

US radio host: Indians are 'slumdogs'

US radio host: Indians are 'slumdogs'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2009

US talk show host and conservative political commentator Rush Limbaugh recently insulted India and Indians, calling those who take outsourced jobs from America 'slumdogs'.

'China is our enemy'

'China is our enemy'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'We must acknowledge China will use Pakistan against India.' 'We all need to know that these two countries are ready to destabilise India at all times.'

We should talk frankly to Pakistan: Krishna

We should talk frankly to Pakistan: Krishna

Rediff.com20 May 2010

In an interview to CNN-IBN, External Affairs Minister SM Krishna talked about terrorism, India's ties with Pakistan and his proposed visit to that country.

Asiad 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 2

Asiad 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 2

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Following is India's schedule on Day 2 of competitions at the 18th Asian Games on Monday.

No Problem gets Salman's thumbs up

No Problem gets Salman's thumbs up

Rediff.com8 Dec 2010

A look at what the Bollywood stars are tweeting.

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Shershaah : Worthy Biopic for an Iconic Warrior

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

'Captain Vikram Batra, PVC and his unit 13 Jak Rif did stand out because of the sheer magnitude of the task allotted to them but also the exceptional professionalism with which it was executed and completed,' recalls Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Right hand inflamed, Jayalalithaa signs poll papers with thumb print

Right hand inflamed, Jayalalithaa signs poll papers with thumb print

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

A document filed by her AK Bose, the Thirupparankundram candidate, showed the Tamil Nadu chief minister's thumb impressions in the designated space for signature.

Number crunching: India vs West Indies head-to-head

Number crunching: India vs West Indies head-to-head

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

India take on the West Indies in the first of the two-match Test series at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Rajneesh Gupta presents the statistics in Test matches involving the two teams.

'Pak must prove seriousness by tackling Saeed'

'Pak must prove seriousness by tackling Saeed'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

External affairs Minister SM Krishna has taken on Lashkar-e-Tayiba founder and Jama'at-Ud-Dawa chief Hafiz Saeed saying India believes Saeed is the "brain" behind the Mumbai attacks of November 2008, telling Pakistan's government that if it wants to prove its seriousness on tackling terror, it must tackle Saeed.

US: Anand Anandalingam is dean of Smith biz school

US: Anand Anandalingam is dean of Smith biz school

Rediff.com29 May 2008

Nariman Farvardin, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost at the University of Maryland, who made the announcement at the conclusion of a national search, said, "Anandalingam, who will succeed Howard Frank, takes over the Smith School at a time when strong leadership and vision are needed to implement the university's bold new strategic plan, which charts a course for Maryland to be one of the world's best universities within 10 years."

The Bollywood Tweet Diary

The Bollywood Tweet Diary

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

A quick update on what the stars are saying in 140 characters.

Mumbai storm into Ranji Trophy semi-finals

Mumbai storm into Ranji Trophy semi-finals

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

Riding on Ajit Agarkar's five-wicket haul Mumbai stormed into the semi-finals of the Ranji Trophy with a convincing nine-wicket victory over Himachal Pradesh at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. Resuming on 200 for five, Himachal Pradesh could manage only 87 runs before being bundled out for 287, giving Mumbai an easy target of 43 runs.

'A movie star is interested in my girlfriend -- help!'

'A movie star is interested in my girlfriend -- help!'

Rediff.com15 May 2009

Is your love life under pressure? Love Guru hosted a chat with Get Ahead readers on May 14 to help them deal with relationship problems. For those of you who missed it, here's the transcript.

National Games from February 15-28

National Games from February 15-28

Rediff.com30 Nov 2008

The 34th National Games will be held in Jharkhand from February 15-28 after the organisers were given the green signal by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Sunday. Originally, the Games was supposed to start from November 30, but the IOC extended it following the state's request as infrastructure worth Rs 1000 crore would only be in place by January 31 next, he said.

Rage over killing of Indian in Australia

Rage over killing of Indian in Australia

Rediff.com4 Jan 2010

Fury over the death of a 21-year-old Indian man in West Footscray on his way to work at a fast-food outlet on Saturday night has spilled onto India's news websites.

Satyam fiasco: What Nasscom chairman says

Satyam fiasco: What Nasscom chairman says

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

In an e-mail interview to Assistant Managing Editor Indrani Roy Mitra, chairman of National Association of Software and Service Companies, Ganesh Natarajan discusses the issues related to the Satyam debacle.

Fastest Test hundreds against Sri Lanka

Fastest Test hundreds against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

Virender Sehwag smashed a brilliant 128, but the loss of four quick wickets saw India end Day 1 on 214 for 4, in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

Uranium deposits found in Ladakh, DAE cautious

Uranium deposits found in Ladakh, DAE cautious

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

Rock samples analysed in isotope laboratory of the University of Tuebingen in Germany have revealed uranium content to be as high as 5.36 per cent compared to around 0.1 per cent or less in ores present elsewhere in the country.

Computer printers as harmful as cigarettes

Computer printers as harmful as cigarettes

Rediff.com1 Aug 2007

After an investigation, researchers from Queensland University of Technology have revealed that some laser printers emit potentially dangerous levels of tiny toner-like materials in the air which could harm one's lungs.

Ashraful leads Bangladesh to easy win

Ashraful leads Bangladesh to easy win

Rediff.com24 Jun 2008

Skipper Mohammed Ashraful scored his second one-day hundred to lead Bangladesh to a comprehensive 96-run win against against United Arab Emirates in a Group A match of the Asia Cup cricket tournament in Lahore on Tuesday.

L'Oreal grants and seminars for women in science

L'Oreal grants and seminars for women in science

Rediff.com7 Jan 2008

L'Oreal India presents a series of seminars and scholarships in order to encourage women to continue studying in the sciences.

Time to up your game, Nitish babu

Time to up your game, Nitish babu

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

'Your achievements are many, Nitish babu, but it needs a sustained campaign to remind us, the good people of Bihar, what we may have forgotten,' points out Asmita Bihari.

To stop lynchings, Maha police provide WhatsApp helplines

To stop lynchings, Maha police provide WhatsApp helplines

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Police are also roping in fact-checking websites to verify rumours on social media and debunk fake news.

Satham Podathey is a good thriller

Satham Podathey is a good thriller

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

A note of caution, though. Be prepared for a bit of melodrama and the ghost of Balachander.

China: 'India is not going to blink'

China: 'India is not going to blink'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

'Neither will China -- at least for now -- because its troops are deployed in equal strength.' 'We are negotiating at equal terms right now and it's a game of patience.'

Home secys to talk on Kolkata-Dhaka train

Home secys to talk on Kolkata-Dhaka train

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The train service will resume soon after the signing of the necessary agreement between India and Bangladesh.

'I am the godfather of disco'

'I am the godfather of disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'You make a hit, everything is fit.'

Asia Society Conference: PM's speech

Asia Society Conference: PM's speech

Rediff.com19 Mar 2006

IPL 2020, Week 1: All the Hits & Misses

IPL 2020, Week 1: All the Hits & Misses

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

Rajneesh Gupta gives us all the numbers from the first week of IPL 2020.

The Lady Mumbai Police Love

The Lady Mumbai Police Love

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Unless you've been hiding under an Internet-blocking rock, you must have chanced upon some of the crisp, polite, informative and frequently witty posts crafted by the Mumbai police. Mrigank Warrier meets Sunchika Pandey, the brains behind the Mumbai police quips.

China may bump satellite into moon

China may bump satellite into moon

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

While there are several disposal plans, the generally accepted one is to have it bump into the moon purposefully

Indian convicted of transporting illegal aliens

Indian convicted of transporting illegal aliens

Rediff.com31 Jan 2007

Harminder Singh, a 38-year-old resident of Kent, is a citizen of India and a legal resident of Washington.

Baroda struggle against Orissa

Baroda struggle against Orissa

Rediff.com25 Dec 2007

A 71-run unbeaten 10th wicket partnership between SD Vohra and SM Singh helped Baroda reach a respectable total of 241 for 9 on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Super League tie.

Maharashtra's new governor

Maharashtra's new governor

Rediff.com6 Dec 2004

S M Krishna, who was until recently the chief minister of neighbouring Karnataka, takes over from Mohammed Fazal.