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Shastri hits out at critics in explosive press conference

Shastri hits out at critics in explosive press conference

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The Ganguly-Shastri relationship became a topic of discussion after the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) comprising Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar and VVS Laxman preferred Anil Kumble over him in 2016, with both having a public fallout.

'Muslims in India have never had it this bad'

'Muslims in India have never had it this bad'

Rediff.com21 May 2021

'Today, there is pervasive fear in society; an uncertainty of what might happen.' 'This has forced Muslims to shrink further into mental ghettos, with many considering extreme measures like pretending to change their identity.'

Why did Sri Lanka snub US?

Why did Sri Lanka snub US?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Any form of entanglement with India or the US on the strategic plane will be anathema to Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa rulers, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

China's rising threat to India's exports

China's rising threat to India's exports

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Chinese manufacturers are re-routing their products through the markets of other countries that India has Free Trade Agreements with.

AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHS, RIGHT HERE!

AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHS, RIGHT HERE!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

When stars get ready for a public appearance, they make sure to do a photoshoot at home before heading out. Here's a look at some of them.

Many reasons why Jet Air may miss the flight path, once again

Many reasons why Jet Air may miss the flight path, once again

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

If the Murari Lal Jalan-Kalrock Capital combine can script a turnaround, it will have pulled off a bigger coup than Ajay Singh did with SpiceJet in 2014.

Can Vodafone Idea reap synergy benefits?

Can Vodafone Idea reap synergy benefits?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

India's largest telecom operator in terms of subscriber numbers has been struggling to raise its share of subscribers in the market for fourth-generation technology services.

Applaud the Indian Cricket Team!

Applaud the Indian Cricket Team!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

As the Indian cricket team returns after a long and hard-fought World Cup campaign, welcome the Boys in Blue with a show of hands.

Sauber chief Kaltenborn flies a flag for women in F1

Sauber chief Kaltenborn flies a flag for women in F1

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

Monisha Kaltenborn's fast track to the top in Formula One has seen her steer smoothly through the daunting 'esses' of scepticism and sexism to success with Sauber.

'I am very shy and awkward with ladies'

'I am very shy and awkward with ladies'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

'I didn't know how I would say all the loving, romantic bits.'

Plenty of room for Real improvement, says Modric

Plenty of room for Real improvement, says Modric

Rediff.com9 Feb 2013

Luka Modric is still struggling to find his feet at Real Madrid but is sure he will end up winning over sceptical fans in the future, the Croatia midfielder said.

'Is Modi supposed to plant nails on roads?'

'Is Modi supposed to plant nails on roads?'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

'There is no democracy, and in fact, there is some kind of monarch ruling.' 'They are protecting themselves and they are scared.''

'LeT has never had to deal with loss of leadership'

'LeT has never had to deal with loss of leadership'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Stephen Tankel, author of the book Storming the World Stage: The Story of Lashkar-e-Taiba, says that the bounty announcement validates India's repeated assertions that the LeT is a dangerous group and that Saeed plays a strategic role in guiding it.

Numbers adding up for Nadal as French Open quarters loom

Numbers adding up for Nadal as French Open quarters loom

Rediff.com4 Jun 2012

If there was any doubt that Rafa Nadal will reach the French Open quarter-finals on Monday, a simple look at the numbers should silence the sceptics.

Work from home forever

Work from home forever

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'Employees may well be expected to be on call at almost all times -- much like the standard Indian approach to the workday,' points out Mihir S Sharma.

India's great fear? The Outsider!

India's great fear? The Outsider!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

The Indian middle class has largely moved away from its old, irrational fears of the West. Why, then, is the New Delhi Establishment still extremely sceptical of 'outsiders,' asks Rohit Pradhan.

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh took home a pay package of Rs 24.67 crore in FY19

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh took home a pay package of Rs 24.67 crore in FY19

Rediff.com20 May 2019

The CEO's compensation included a fixed salary component of Rs 6.07 crore, variable pay of Rs 10.96 crore and perquisites worth Rs 7.64 crore.

At 46k, Avita Liber 13.3's a stylish, competent laptop

At 46k, Avita Liber 13.3's a stylish, competent laptop

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Avita Liber series is trendy, powerful and efficient for its price, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Nadal's participation in Tour finals in the balance

Nadal's participation in Tour finals in the balance

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

World number one Rafa Nadal's participation in the season-ending Tour finals hung in the balance when the Spaniard pulled out of the Paris Masters with injury on Friday.

Neither am I insecure nor do I have competition with Rishabh: Saha

Neither am I insecure nor do I have competition with Rishabh: Saha

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Sceptics have cast doubts that Pant's batting ability could make a international comeback difficult for the Bengal stumper but Saha remains unfazed.

A car that missed its date with history

A car that missed its date with history

Rediff.com28 May 2012

It was avant garde in terms of its styling.

Has Nirmalaji's tax plan made India CAs mukt?

Has Nirmalaji's tax plan made India CAs mukt?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

If the finance minister's tax proposals have stimulated demand at all, it's for CAs, notes Kanika Datta.

Badla review: Terrific mind games in slow-moving suspense

Badla review: Terrific mind games in slow-moving suspense

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Badla wears the air of a cold, civil, old-fashioned whodunit, which treats its premise like an insidious game and characters with undisguised suspicion, feels Sukanya Verma.

Why Italy's Conte is Euro's most flamboyant boss...

Why Italy's Conte is Euro's most flamboyant boss...

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Antonio Conte far exceeded expectations with a limited Italy squad at Euro 2016 and the coach, who is heading for pastures new at English club Chelsea, is likely to prove a tough act for replacement Giampiero Ventura to follow.

Air India's last chance for a take-off

Air India's last chance for a take-off

Rediff.com2 May 2012

Promises of a turnaround have been made before to little effect, so it's natural to feel a flood of scepticism at such proclamations.

Shatru: 'Let's give Imran Khan a chance'

Shatru: 'Let's give Imran Khan a chance'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

'Let's not hold his past against him. Let's see what he does as prime minister.'

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

From the boys who used to hand out tickets to people on the streets and invite them to their concerts free of charge to the men selling out Wembley Stadium in less than a day, having about 20 songs on Billboards #1, BTS have come a long way, says Maya Dominic, a fan of the Korean pop band.

Why Indian Railways must be commercialised

Why Indian Railways must be commercialised

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

Struggling to make ends meet, the railways have demanded a doubling of gross budgetary support from the government.

Imran Khan takes guard for Pakistan

Imran Khan takes guard for Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Jan 2012

Former cricketer Imran Khan's December 25, 2011 rally at Bagh-e-Qaid, Karachi which was attended by some 1,00,000 people, a bigger crowd than any political rally in the last two decades. Ajai Shukla reports.

'If Anna's fight doesn't affect YOU, there is something wrong'

'If Anna's fight doesn't affect YOU, there is something wrong'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

The turnout at Mumbai's MMRDA ground may have fallen short of Team Anna's expectations, but there was no dearth of enthusiasm or anti-establishment rhetoric at the venue, finds Sanchari Bhattcharya

Budget 2012 fell short of the world's expectations

Budget 2012 fell short of the world's expectations

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

The fiery 'India Shining' and 'India Everywhere' slogans of a not-so-distant past may have been empty bluster, as the bravado has been replaced by a mood of despondency in the Indian business community.

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

UP gangster Vikas Dubey killed in encounter while 'trying to flee'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Police said the gangster snatched a pistol from one of the policemen injured in the accident and was shot when he opened fire while trying to flee.

Downturn? No, economy is much better off, says FinMin

Downturn? No, economy is much better off, says FinMin

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Economic Affairs Secretary Arvind Mayaram said India had brought its fiscal deficit down more sharply and quickly than any other country, but managing the current account deficit was more complicated because the government had less control of it.

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

360 Degree has a network of more than 500 volunteers across the nation.

How India exploited Bangladesh's pink chink to lord in Kolkata

How India exploited Bangladesh's pink chink to lord in Kolkata

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

India's pace trio took less than three hours to rout the tourists after Mominul Haque's decision to bat backfired.

Why is Cong old guard miffed over leadership change?

Why is Cong old guard miffed over leadership change?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Former Delhi chief minister Sheila Dikshit's statements embarrassed the party, and within hours she alleged she had been 'misquoted'

Why Rahane's form is not a concern...

Why Rahane's form is not a concern...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Ajinkya Rahane's wretched form will not be a big concern for the South Africa-bound Indian team, feels former captain Sourav Ganguly.

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

'Biden's promise of returning to 'normalcy' after Trump appears to mean that the same old politicians, who are responsible for the 'endless wars' in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, are being brought out of the woodwork after four years,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PIX: Russia parties after Egypt win puts them near World Cup knockouts

PIX: Russia parties after Egypt win puts them near World Cup knockouts

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Russia is the lowest FIFA ranked side at the event, but two games in they are top of their group with six points and are poised to qualify for the next stage.

The key risk for the Indian stock market

The key risk for the Indian stock market

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

High networth individuals selling stocks to buy real estate is among the key risks for the Indian markets.