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Asian Wrestling: Ravi shows class with gold, Bajrang fails to defend title

Asian Wrestling: Ravi shows class with gold, Bajrang fails to defend title

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Ravi stood on top of the podium, with a scintillating show in the 57kg.

Gold medal in Rome shows I am on right track in Olympic year: Vinesh

Gold medal in Rome shows I am on right track in Olympic year: Vinesh

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Vinesh downed two tough Chinese rivals on her way to the 53kg gold medal bout, in which she overpowered Ecudor's Luisa Elizabeth Valverde.

Small stocks sparkle amid pandemic gloom; likely to shine in 2021 too

Small stocks sparkle amid pandemic gloom; likely to shine in 2021 too

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Small stocks made a dashing comeback in 2020 after delivering negative returns in the last two years as increased retail investor participation in pandemic times saw small-cap index surging up to 31 per cent and outperforming the bigger benchmark gauge. This year turned out to be eventful for the equity market, witnessing bearish and bullish sentiments at different points of time. While the initial part of COVID-ravaged 2020 saw the bears in full force amid concerns related to the pandemic and lockdowns hurting economic activities, bulls made a comeback towards the latter half of the year. As the market swayed with many lows as well as highs, small and mid-cap indices emerged as markets favourites in 2020.

Monsoon withdrawal delayed, might begin after mid-Sep: IMD

Monsoon withdrawal delayed, might begin after mid-Sep: IMD

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

This should augur well for the rabi crops as delayed withdrawal will leave enough moisture in the soil for early sowing.

City of Dreams 2 review

City of Dreams 2 review

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The second season of City Of Dreams has more pulp, hardly any juice, feels Sreehari Nair.

How Rangeela influenced Bollywood fashion

How Rangeela influenced Bollywood fashion

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

The popularity of the fashion trends the movie established saw the Filmfare awards introduce a new category for costume design, Manish Malhotra being the first recipient.

Shreyas Iyer opens up on WC exclusion

Shreyas Iyer opens up on WC exclusion

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

This is his second coming and he wants a few more chances that will help him cement his place in the side.

'Delhi Capitals have to play fearless cricket against SRH'

'Delhi Capitals have to play fearless cricket against SRH'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Delhi Capitals will look to bounce back and make the most of their second opportunity to qualify for the IPL final, when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2 at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.

Why Joe Root decided to opt out of IPL auction...

Why Joe Root decided to opt out of IPL auction...

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

'With the amount of Test cricket in particular this year, didn't feel like it was the right time'

What every investor must know about the bull run

What every investor must know about the bull run

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

'When fund managers talk of being bullish for the long term, they assume strong economic growth.' 'That is what they have assumed every year, naively believing the pronouncements and promises of ministers.' 'Unfortunately, they have been wrong year after year,' observes Debashis Basu, editor, www.moneylife.in.

The Most Impressive Kannada Movie Debuts, 2013

The Most Impressive Kannada Movie Debuts, 2013

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

Several new technicians and actors impressed with their performances in Kannada Films.

Sunil Mittal's son Shravin ups his reputation as VC investor

Sunil Mittal's son Shravin ups his reputation as VC investor

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Shravin Mittal's venture capital firm, Unbound Advisors, has made investments worth over $500 million so far

Neser likely to debut in Australia's five-bowler ploy

Neser likely to debut in Australia's five-bowler ploy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

Queensland quick Michael Neser looks set to make his Test debut against New Zealand on Thursday with Australia considering an unconventional five-man attack for the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The hosts, who can clinch the three-match series with a second successive victory, are wary of the surface at MCG where bowlers had to really toil for any success in recent times.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz upsets Tsitsipas; Osaka shocked

US Open PIX: Alcaraz upsets Tsitsipas; Osaka shocked

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

Images from Day 5 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Friday.

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Here's a car that is going to give its competitors a run for their money, says P Tharyan.

How playing the IPL helped Bairstow

How playing the IPL helped Bairstow

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

England were boosted considerably by the return of Jason Roy, who hit an aggressive 66 in a brilliant 160-run opening stand.

'An Oscar just for Cate Blanchett's speech'

'An Oscar just for Cate Blanchett's speech'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

CSK coach Fleming defends Dhoni's approach

CSK coach Fleming defends Dhoni's approach

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Dhoni came out to bat at number seven in Tuesday's match and took time to settle down before unleashing his powerful shots

La Liga: Real Madrid see off Celta to return to top

La Liga: Real Madrid see off Celta to return to top

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Real were smarting from a surprise 1-1 draw at struggling Elche in their last match and were missing captain Sergio Ramos, who was out with a stomach bug.

How Rashid plans to bamboozle batsmen in IPL

How Rashid plans to bamboozle batsmen in IPL

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

Rashid Khan says his focus is not on taking wickets but bowling economically

Windies face must-win situation against New Zealand

Windies face must-win situation against New Zealand

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

The West Indies are currently lying seventh in the 10-team standings with just three points in their kitty and they can't afford any further loss to stay in the mix for a semifinal spot.

'These people tortured me'

'These people tortured me'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

'Rubina has created an image of being this sanskari contestant, but she is totally opposite of what is shown on TV.'

Four Nations Hockey: Indian eves lose 1-2 to Australia

Four Nations Hockey: Indian eves lose 1-2 to Australia

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Lilima Minz's goal went in vain as the Indian women's hockey team were edged 1-2 by hosts Australia in their final round-robin game at the Four Nations hockey tournament in Darwin, Australia on Friday.

Consumer goods: How lockdown 4.0 was different

Consumer goods: How lockdown 4.0 was different

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

From fast food and athleisure to ACs, the demand for several non-discretionary items has spiked since May 17, when Lockdown 4.0 was extended till May 31.

Why IPL will be good for India's World Cup-bound players

Why IPL will be good for India's World Cup-bound players

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The Indian Premier League will be a boon, not bane, for India's World Cup-bound players, VVS Laxman believes amid a raging debate around players' workload management programme.

Rajasthan Royals face-off against fellow strugglers SRH

Rajasthan Royals face-off against fellow strugglers SRH

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

While SRH can't afford to slip up even one bit with five games remaining, RR would be hoping to continue the winning momentum and hope that their foreign recruits continue in good nick like they did in the match against CSK.

How India can NEUTRALISE Enemy Drones

How India can NEUTRALISE Enemy Drones

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'An armed helicopter equipped with counter-drone systems will provide the airborne counter-drone capability and flexibility needed to protect India's critical assets.'

ISL: Ogbeche brace helps Blasters beat ATK in opener

ISL: Ogbeche brace helps Blasters beat ATK in opener

Rediff.com20 Oct 2019

Carl McHugh scored ATK's 100th goal of the ISL in only the sixth minute of the game but the home side, egged on by a vociferous crowd of more than 35,000, hit back with two goals from their new signing Ogbeche to begin their campaign on a winning note.

PIX: Kohli meets Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry

PIX: Kohli meets Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry

Rediff.com30 May 2019

India captain Virat Kohli along with the other nine skippers of the participating teams at the ICC World Cup on Wednesday met Queen Elizabeth and Prince Harry at Buckingham Palace in London.

Make way for Verna Generation-V!

Make way for Verna Generation-V!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

The fifth generation Verna, Generation-V, is loaded with some great features, and can give competitors a run for their money, says Joshua David Luther

The race to adopt artificial intelligence

The race to adopt artificial intelligence

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Engineering product firms were among the first to embrace AI and machine learning. And the early adopters are reaping gains.

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

ASK ANU: 'I feel suffocated. I want to be happy'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

Narine, Rashid shine on opening day of Caribbean Premier League

Narine, Rashid shine on opening day of Caribbean Premier League

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

While Trinbago Knight Riders ended Guyana Amazon Warriors' 11-match winning streak beating them by four wickets in a match reduced to 17 overs, Barbados Tridents edged out St. Kitts & Nevis Patriot by six runs at the Brian Lara Academy here on Tuesday.

Ashwin blames poor Powerplay on Kings exit

Ashwin blames poor Powerplay on Kings exit

Rediff.com4 May 2019

They are the team's leading performers, but Lokesh Rahul and Chris Gayle's batting in the Powerplay overs was one of the "massive problems", opined Kings XI Punjab skipper Ravichandran Ashwin after team failed to make it to the play-offs in Season 12 of the Indian Premier League.

Choked review

Choked review

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Choked almost manages to be a real depiction of life after demonetisation for a lower middle class household but ends up being a puzzle in a puddle, feels Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Bigg Boss Day 3: Who is Rashami giving her heart to?

Bigg Boss Day 3: Who is Rashami giving her heart to?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Is love in the air?

Serious Men review

Serious Men review

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Serious Men is one of the sharpest movies of Sudhir Mishra's career, observes Sukanya Verma.

The Politics behind the Budget

The Politics behind the Budget

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

The BJP would want that by March 2022, when UP votes, the economy starts looking up and it heads into the polls with no other issue distracting from its main poll plank of the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

DRDO fights Covid, without ignoring defence research

Rediff.com22 May 2021

As remarkable as DRDO's contribution in containing and treating COVID-19 has been, its success over the last 15 months has been in its primary role of developing conventional defence equipment and technologies.

Why Cisco is wooing hi-tech start-ups in India

Why Cisco is wooing hi-tech start-ups in India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

It is eyeing the transportation and infrastructure modernisation opportunity in the country, expected to attract $500 billion in investment over the next five years.