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Why households are unhappy with the Budget

Why households are unhappy with the Budget

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The finance minister did very well for equity market investors but not so with families, reveals Mahesh Vyas.

Test cricket overhaul: Countdown clock, free hit among MCC proposals

Test cricket overhaul: Countdown clock, free hit among MCC proposals

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

A countdown clock could be one way of addressing the issue.

Coronavirus scare: Manufacturers, retailers flock to offices of ministries

Coronavirus scare: Manufacturers, retailers flock to offices of ministries

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

From the rollback of customs duty on key electronic components to fast tracking delivery of goods imported from China, players are looking for incentives on several counts.

India Inc in a rush to go abroad for funds

India Inc in a rush to go abroad for funds

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Lower bank rates the main draw; $6 bn to be raised in next few months.

1 month breathing space for Trai order

1 month breathing space for Trai order

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

All distribution platforms can move their subscribers to the new framework by February 1.

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here's the second part of guide to a year that will soon become history.

How Kohli masterclass secured India's win against Windies

How Kohli masterclass secured India's win against Windies

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

KL Rahul, Virat Kohli's collaborator in a century stand, made 62 but the India captain completed a clinical chase,

BJP Losing Ground To DMK

BJP Losing Ground To DMK

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

It is increasingly clear that for the BJP to try and establish itself as an electoral force in Tamil Nadu, the party has to come out of the old Brahminical mould, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

New report says, nothing is wrong with India's ad world!

New report says, nothing is wrong with India's ad world!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

Pitch Madison says advertising expenditure will grow 13.5% this calendar year

IPL 2020: From shampoo to face masks, brands score a six this season

IPL 2020: From shampoo to face masks, brands score a six this season

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Small and big advertisers are making their presence felt this year far more than they did earlier, bringing a smile to the faces of the tournament's organisers and partners.

Rising content costs hurt Star India profits

Rising content costs hurt Star India profits

Rediff.com29 May 2007

Rupert Murdoch's Star TV has admitted to an erosion of its earnings in India, its largest market in Asia, owing to higher content costs, competition from rivals such as Zee TV and disruptions in ratings measurement.

Tandav review

Tandav review

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

A Web series shouldn't be outright unrealistic. Being Bollywoodesque is always suicidal, asserts Utkarsh Mishra.

Over 3,000 temporary jobs lost at Maruti Suzuki

Over 3,000 temporary jobs lost at Maruti Suzuki

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

MSI chairman R C Bhargava said auto sector would like to see GST benefits linked to greener/cleaner cars. The government gave tax cut on EVs but hybrid should be given duty cut. There should be tax cut on CNG vehicles.

Xperia XZ Premium: Will you buy it for Rs 62k?

Xperia XZ Premium: Will you buy it for Rs 62k?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

A phone with a 4K display akin to Sony Bravia TV screens.

GST collection crosses Rs 1 trillion for third straight month in May

GST collection crosses Rs 1 trillion for third straight month in May

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Despite a steady collection rate, the government faces a steep Budget target of Rs 6.1 trillion for CGST for 2019-20.

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

For Dosanjh to stand by his faith, retain the turban and beard, and yet not trivialise himself in the roles he has essayed, is really his biggest achievement, observes Sandeep Goyal.

The Ghost Review

The Ghost Review

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Vikram Bhatt's horror film is a big let down, says Namrata Thakker.

JioFiber, Mukesh's latest disruption is here

JioFiber, Mukesh's latest disruption is here

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

JioFiber, India's first 100 per cent all-fiber broadband service, will start from 100 Mbps and go all the way up to 1 Gbps. This will propel India to top 5 broadband nations globally.

Gambhir reprimanded for kicking a chair, Kohli also fined

Gambhir reprimanded for kicking a chair, Kohli also fined

Rediff.com3 May 2016

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir was fined 15 percent of his match fees for his despicable conduct that saw him kick a chair during his team's IPL victory over RCB while rival captain Virat Kohli became poorer by Rs 24 lakh due to slow over-rate for second time. Kohli has now paid a total fine of Rs 36 lakh having already been fined Rs 12 lakh for an earlier offence of slow over-rate and the penalty was doubled as it was the second time that his bowlers failed to mainatain over-rate. According to an IPL media release: "Gautam Gambhir from the Kolkata Knight Riders team was fined 15% of his match fee for breaching the VIVO Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct during his team's match against Royal Challengers Bangalore at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday.

Drishyam 2 review

Drishyam 2 review

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Drishyam 2 fulfills all the criteria required for a blockbuster in terms of story, message, performances and execution, aplauds Divya Nair.

K L Rahul appointed KXIP captain for IPL 2020

K L Rahul appointed KXIP captain for IPL 2020

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Rahul's ascendancy to captaincy was expected after Ravichandran Ashwin was traded to Delhi Capitals last month.

Drishyam 2 review

Drishyam 2 review

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

This Mohanlal suspense drama may well go down as yet another modern day classic, raves Joginder Tuteja.

Forgotten classic: When Azhar hit the fastest ODI ton to beat NZ

Forgotten classic: When Azhar hit the fastest ODI ton to beat NZ

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

On December 17, 1988, former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin blasted his way to a 62-ball-100, then the fastest hundred in 50-over cricket.

'Why aren't we playing more day-night Tests?'

'Why aren't we playing more day-night Tests?'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

'It is time to be humble and offer Test cricket to fans as per their convenience.' 'The only way to get more people to Test cricket and increase its viewership, its popularity and its quality by having day-night Test matches.'

PIX: Jodha Akbar couple finally make love!

PIX: Jodha Akbar couple finally make love!

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Ekta Kapoor's ploy to increase TRP ratings.

Nearly 90% of top-500 stocks log gains in June

Nearly 90% of top-500 stocks log gains in June

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

What worked for the markets was favourable global investor sentiment and encouraging flows into the emerging markets following stimulus measures taken by central banks.

Japan will host the Olympics without problem, says PM Abe

Japan will host the Olympics without problem, says PM Abe

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Japan is still preparing to host the Olympics, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Saturday, despite rising global concern about the viability of the summer Games due to the coronavirus outbreak. He said Japan has a relatively low infection rate and has not seen an explosion in cases as seen in South Korea, China, Italy, Iran and elsewhere. He said delaying the peak of infections is vital to ensure treatment of those in critical condition.

Sanjay Kapoor returns to television

Sanjay Kapoor returns to television

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

The actor explains why he will be seen on the small screen again after 14 years.

Cheaper purchase options are available but with riders

Cheaper purchase options are available but with riders

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

ICICI Bank's new offer is for those with savings in fixed deposits but no immediate liquidity

Sab Kushal Mangal Review

Sab Kushal Mangal Review

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

Sab Kushal Mangal is a cute film, but it is the climax that is absolutely disappointing

IPL races past rival shows

IPL races past rival shows

Rediff.com4 May 2009

After initial hiccups, viewership of the second edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL-2) has picked up pace with the cricket carnival having reached midway.

Why Apollo Global is lending to stressed cos in India

Why Apollo Global is lending to stressed cos in India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2014

US-based Apollo Global has picked up stake in Indian firms which are not doing that well financially.

'I was a lambi race ka ghoda, but...'

'I was a lambi race ka ghoda, but...'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

'Salman sir hears everyone out.' 'I felt Karan sir hears girls out more then the men.'

ISRO's new mission: To fly into people's minds

ISRO's new mission: To fly into people's minds

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Connecting with people is the first step to creating greater awareness for the brand and that in turn, believes ISRO chief K Sivan, will translate into the institution becoming a place that people want to work in.

The TRP Trap

The TRP Trap

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

'The more the news media weakens, especially at this juncture of economic ruin with lay-offs and wage cuts, the more the owners and journalists weigh their value in terms who they are close to, the more they depend on the State to bail them out of trouble, slow-fry their rival, the faster it pushes us towards institutional destruction,' warns Shekhar Gupta.

What is this chronic anxiety syndrome that affects Kendall Jenner?

What is this chronic anxiety syndrome that affects Kendall Jenner?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

The supermodel has always been open about her struggles with anxiety.

How Zee scripted its own success story

How Zee scripted its own success story

Rediff.com26 Dec 2006

The channel invested in formal research into viewing habits and preferences

If Biden wins 'Communist' Kamala will takeover in a month: Trump

If Biden wins 'Communist' Kamala will takeover in a month: Trump

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Biden has described Trumps' remarks about Harris as "despicable" and "beneath the office of the presidency".

2G scam casts big shadow on Maran's Sun Network

2G scam casts big shadow on Maran's Sun Network

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Analysts say the Sun Network's fundamentals may be sound but the troubles faced by Maran have caused a lot of volatility.

Govt sets up panel to review TRP system

Govt sets up panel to review TRP system

Rediff.com12 May 2010

The Union ministry of information & broadcasting has constituted a committee headed by Amit Mitra, secretary general, FICCI, to review existing television rating point system (TRP) in India and suggest measures to bring in place an effective mechanism for a transparent TRP system in the country.