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Reports about China blocking India's NSG bid not true: V K Singh

Reports about China blocking India's NSG bid not true: V K Singh

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

"The speculation doing the rounds in media regarding China's protest over NSG membership to India is not true," he said on the sidelines of a function at Balia in Uttar Pradesh.

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won!

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Rocky showed up at The Golden Globes -- and she won! Raja Sen sums up the 74th Golden Globes perfectly.

PHOTOS: Kohli, Agarwal hit 50s to boost India on Day 1

PHOTOS: Kohli, Agarwal hit 50s to boost India on Day 1

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal hit half-centuries to help India post 264 for five, on Day 1 of the second Test against West Indies.

How vulnerable are bank ATMs?

How vulnerable are bank ATMs?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

The war between hackers and banks over ATM security will be dynamically redefined, notes Atanu Biswas.

US Open PIX: Federer stretched by teen Tiafoe before advancing

US Open PIX: Federer stretched by teen Tiafoe before advancing

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

'It was exciting and this is why I came to New York, to go through these emotions'

Root hits unbeaten 90 as England clinch series

Root hits unbeaten 90 as England clinch series

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Joe Root struck an unbeaten 90 as he and Chris Woakes steered England to a four-wicket victory over West Indies in their second One-day international on Sunday.

10 PHOTOS of 9/11 that no American will ever forget

10 PHOTOS of 9/11 that no American will ever forget

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Here are a few of the photos that best tell the story of that terrible day.

All eyes on Dhoni as India take on West Indies

All eyes on Dhoni as India take on West Indies

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

India will look to ensure a smooth passage into the semi-finals with yet another victory.

Trump drops H-1B visa plan that could get 750,000 Indians deported

Trump drops H-1B visa plan that could get 750,000 Indians deported

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

This provides for H-1B extensions beyond the 6-year limit.

Yoga Day to be celebrated at historic National Mall in Washington

Yoga Day to be celebrated at historic National Mall in Washington

Rediff.com12 May 2015

The event from 8:30 to 11 am on June 21 would feature an exclusive video message by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

1 million UPI transactions a day!

1 million UPI transactions a day!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

That's the government's goal for the Unified Payment Interface by March. Are they close? A P Hota, the man at the helm, answers.

US Open: Nadal crushes Del Potro, sets up Anderson final

US Open: Nadal crushes Del Potro, sets up Anderson final

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

Rafael Nadal was at his awe-inspiring best as he recovered from a first set wobble to crush Juan Martin del Potro 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 in the US Open semi-finals on Friday and move within reach of a 16th Grand Slam title.

Steve Waugh: Australia must be wary of West Indies

Steve Waugh: Australia must be wary of West Indies

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Barty too hot for Kenin as Aussie's French Open run continues

'Resiliet' Cook believes his batting has evolved

'Resiliet' Cook believes his batting has evolved

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

England captain Alistair Cook is convinced he has improved as a batsman despite failing to score a Test century since 2013.

England battle back in gripping Test v Windies

England battle back in gripping Test v Windies

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

England battled back into contention on the third day of the second Test against West Indies as Mark Stoneman's first half century and captain Joe Root's unbeaten 45 helped wipe out a sizeable first-innings deficit on Sunday.

West Indies ready to unleash power game at World Cup

West Indies ready to unleash power game at World Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Chris Gayle was not at his brutal best in the IPL but Andre Russell's butchering of the bowlers has forced the teams to take note of what could await them at the World Cup.

Captain Kohli wants batsmen to deliver in Australia

Captain Kohli wants batsmen to deliver in Australia

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

India captain Virat Kohli is happy with his bowlers' performance but asked his batsmen to replicate their home form when they travel to Australia next month.

Govt launches pension plan for informal workers

Govt launches pension plan for informal workers

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Goyal also announced hiking of tax free gratuity to Rs 30 lakh from existing Rs 20 lakh for employees having service of more than five years.

PIX: 10 oomphalicious models to wear the Fantasy Bra

PIX: 10 oomphalicious models to wear the Fantasy Bra

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Presenting the lucky few who got a chance to wear the Fantasy Bra on the runway.

Trump, Clinton win New York primary, move closer to nomination

Trump, Clinton win New York primary, move closer to nomination

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Delivering his victory speech, Trump told a crowd of cheering supporters that he will focus on bringing the jobs back from 'Mexico and all other countries' and investing in America's military and its veterans.

Madonna didn't mean 'she wanted to blow up White House'

Madonna didn't mean 'she wanted to blow up White House'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Madonna explained that she does not encourage violence and felt that parts of her speech were taken "wildly out of context."

'Non-negotiable!' Govt stands its ground on surrogacy bill

'Non-negotiable!' Govt stands its ground on surrogacy bill

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Union Health Minister J P Nadda also dismissed criticism that government was trying to impose moral values on citizens, saying it is about "righteousness" and the technological advancements in this area have to be used in the "right perspective".

Artist protests 'Fearless Girl' with a peeing dog statue

Artist protests 'Fearless Girl' with a peeing dog statue

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Alex Gardega installed Pissing Pug, alternatively known as Sketchy Dog -- a small sculpture of a urinating dog - at the leg of the 'Fearless Girl' statue as an act of defiance.

PHOTOS: Protesters in US rally against Trump presidency

PHOTOS: Protesters in US rally against Trump presidency

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Thousands of anti-Trump protesters, including politicians and celebrities, have rallied in New York. Demonstrators also clashed with police outside the National Press Club in Washington, DC ahead of Donald Trump's presidential inauguration.

PHOTOS: Five-star Ishant puts India in control

PHOTOS: Five-star Ishant puts India in control

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Ishant Sharma took five for 42 runs to leave West Indies reeling on 189 for eight in 59 overs at stumps in reply to India's first innings score of 297..

U-19 World Cup star Alzarri Joseph to join WI squad

U-19 World Cup star Alzarri Joseph to join WI squad

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Uncapped teenage fast bowler Alzarri Joseph will join the 13-member West Indies squad for the second Test against India starting in Kingston, Jamaica on July 30, the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) said. The 19-year-old Joseph has performed outstanding bowling feats for the U-19 side where he snared 13 wickets to lead West Indies to their World Cup title in Bangladesh. No other changes have been made to the Jason Holder-led squad which looked inexperienced against India's supremacy in the first game as they were thrashed by an innings and 92 runs.

How captain Kohli's backing got Dhawan back on track

How captain Kohli's backing got Dhawan back on track

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Shikhar Dhawan has always had the uncanny knack of producing goods when the chips are down which he attributes to his 'big heart' and the 'backing' he has got from skipper Virat Kohli and coach Anil Kumble.

United Airlines bars 2 girls from flying for wearing leggings

United Airlines bars 2 girls from flying for wearing leggings

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

United Airlines has barred two girls from boarding a flight because they were wearing leggings, sparking a firestorm of backlash online with users criticising what they called an intrusive and sexist policy.

Muhammad Ali, in his own words

Muhammad Ali, in his own words

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Muhammad Ali was not only a boxing champion, he was a championship talker. Here are some famous quotations from Ali.

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday.

Younus returns with century as Pakistan dominate West Indies

Younus returns with century as Pakistan dominate West Indies

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Veteran Younus Khan's majestic century helped Pakistan dominate the opening day of the second Test against West Indies on Friday, the hosts reaching on 304-4 on a punishing day for the bowlers in Abu Dhabi.

Trump defends limited entry for Muslims, non-committal on Pakistan

Trump defends limited entry for Muslims, non-committal on Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

When asked about countries like Afghanistan, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia figuring in the list, he said, "You're going to see. You're going to see. We're going to have extreme vetting in all cases. And I mean extreme. And we're not letting people in if we think there's even a little chance of some problem."

3rd Test, Day 2: England take charge

3rd Test, Day 2: England take charge

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

James Anderson joined an elite band of bowlers with 500 test wickets and Ben Stokes plundered a vital half century as England took command of a low-scoring third Test against West Indies at Lord's on Friday.

Will Ivanka join Trump's team?

Will Ivanka join Trump's team?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Get your weekly dose on the goings on in the fashion and entertainment industry.

Windies win second Test in style

Windies win second Test in style

Rediff.com6 May 2017

West Indies fast bowler Shannon Gabriel plundered five wickets as they scored a stunning victory by bowling out Pakistan for 81 on the final day of the second Test in Barbados on Thursday.

CWG 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 7

CWG 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 7

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

Check out India's schedule on Day 7 of the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, on Wednesday.

Top-ranked Halep hoping to keep dream alive at WTA Finals

Top-ranked Halep hoping to keep dream alive at WTA Finals

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

Halep became the first Romanian to reach the summit of the women's rankings when she beat French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in the semi-finals of the China Open in Beijing, a feat she feels is the high point of her career to date.

Guess who's Forbes' Highest Paid Female in Music

Guess who's Forbes' Highest Paid Female in Music

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

They are the biggest names in the music industry AND they're hot!

REWIND: TOP photos of the week that was

REWIND: TOP photos of the week that was

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 10 images

Americans stun Bolt and Jamaica at World Relays

Americans stun Bolt and Jamaica at World Relays

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Not even Usain Bolt could overcome a big American lead as the US men sprinted to a convincing victory over Jamaica in the 4x100 metres relay at the IAAF World Relays in Nassau on Saturday.