News for 'Tamil Nadu Class'

Can Sunrisers Shine under Cummins?

Can Sunrisers Shine under Cummins?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

A desperate Sunrisers have hit the reset button this season, bringing in Australia's World Cup winning captain Pat Cummins.

#JobSearch: 'I cleared 3 rounds of interview, but no job'

#JobSearch: 'I cleared 3 rounds of interview, but no job'

Rediff.com25 May 2015

'I am attending Hindi language classes as I think it will help if I get a job in North India.'

India reports another low in daily COVID-19 cases

India reports another low in daily COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,02,28,753, pushing the national COVID-19 recovery rate to 96.66 per cent.

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Bhuvi's five-wicket haul stuns Bengal in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Bhuvneshwar Kumar blew away Bengal top-order in an incredible five-wicket haul

#StopHindiImposition: TN opposes Centre's 3-language policy

#StopHindiImposition: TN opposes Centre's 3-language policy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Twitter users flooded the social network with messages against the move, making #StopHindiImposition and #TNAgainstHindiImposition the top trends on platform.

19-yr-old's suicide for failing to clear NEET sparks political slugfest in TN

19-yr-old's suicide for failing to clear NEET sparks political slugfest in TN

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

She left behind a note, saying that she dreamt of becoming a doctor but the questions in NEET were too difficult for her to even understand.

Thalaivii review

Thalaivii review

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Thalaivii proves Kangana is the Queen of Bollywood, asserts Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 3 cr-mark with 50,848 new cases

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 3 cr-mark with 50,848 new cases

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

India' total COVID-19 infections had surpassed the one crore mark on December 19 after which it took around 136 days to cross the two crore mark on May 4.

The Good Samaritan Techie

The Good Samaritan Techie

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

From providing food and succour to pavement dwellers to helping the elderY in times of need, Dinesh Saravanan has been a godsend to the needy.

Why Is This Fine Talent Not Playing The IPL?

Why Is This Fine Talent Not Playing The IPL?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

'I was confident that I would surely get into any of the IPL teams, but I was not picked.'

Inspiring! These Women Followed Their Dreams!

Inspiring! These Women Followed Their Dreams!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

As we celebrate women achievers who are excelling in their careers, here are incredible tales of hard work and perseverance to inspire you this week.

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin will consider himself fortunate to get a rare chance to play his second World Cup at home.

TN assembly okays bill to exempt state from NEET

TN assembly okays bill to exempt state from NEET

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

The Bills adopted in 2017 for the same purpose during the AIADMK regime did not get the President's assent.

SC sets aside Madras HC order on EWS quota in medical admissions

SC sets aside Madras HC order on EWS quota in medical admissions

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

The Supreme Court Friday set aside a Madras High Court direction that the Centre must seek the top court's approval before implementing 10 per cent reservation for the economically weaker sections in all-India quota seats of medical colleges.

Mushtaq: Mumbai thrash Karnataka; Haryana, TN too record wins

Mushtaq: Mumbai thrash Karnataka; Haryana, TN too record wins

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Surya, who has been in great form, single-handedly guided the domestic giants to victory with an over to spare.

For Cong, defence was only about brokering deals: PM

For Cong, defence was only about brokering deals: PM

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

He said the NDA's work culture was different from that of the previous governments.

Ahead of polls, TN grants 10.5% quota for Vanniyars

Ahead of polls, TN grants 10.5% quota for Vanniyars

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday passed a bill providing internal reservation of 10.5 per cent for Vanniyars, a most backward community in government jobs and in admission to educational institutions.

Ranji Roundup: Shreyas Iyer shines; Vinay, Raghu hand Punjab 1st win

Ranji Roundup: Shreyas Iyer shines; Vinay, Raghu hand Punjab 1st win

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

Talented Mumbai batsman Shreyas Iyer with an attacking 138 stole the show on the final day on Friday as the team's Ranji Trophy Group 'C' match against Tamil Nadu petered out to a draw at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy BKC in Mumbai.

Ranji Roundup: Pujara slams record-extending double ton

Ranji Roundup: Pujara slams record-extending double ton

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Sunday.

COVID-19 cases in India cross 65-lakh mark

COVID-19 cases in India cross 65-lakh mark

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

The total recoveries have surged to 55,09,966, while there are 9,37,625, active cases of coronavirus infection in the country which comprises 14.32 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated.

Ranji: Gopal's magic overshadows Dube's brilliance

Ranji: Gopal's magic overshadows Dube's brilliance

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Shivam Dube carried his rich recent form into domestic circuit cracking a rapid fifty but Shreyas Gopal's four-wicket haul ensured that Mumbai were bowled out for 251

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Results 2024: What Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'The 2024 election results will lead to much intense targeting of Modi, more intense debates, many more breakdowns in Parliament and many more movements on the streets.' 'The results have hit Modi's standing, and the politics of the Opposition parties will be sharply focused to ensure that Modi doesn't get back his charisma of being 'invincible' with help of State power.' Sheela Bhatt looks at the political situation through the prism of 2024 Lok Sabha election results.

In TN, BJP waits for Rajini, who is waiting for 2.0

In TN, BJP waits for Rajini, who is waiting for 2.0

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

The BJP may have to wait a little longer in Tamil Nadu to tie up with the superstar because, despite early and intermittent signals to the contrary, Rajinikanth has been going slow on his political project. Instead, he has been busy with two films on hand. One is acclaimed film-maker Shankar's 2.0. He has also quickly signed up for another movie produced by Sun Pictures of Kaalanidhi Maran, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

How to get an IIT degree without clearing JEE

How to get an IIT degree without clearing JEE

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The last date to apply for the September 2022 term of the programme is August 19, 2022.

TN: Man held for FB post inviting people to beef fest

TN: Man held for FB post inviting people to beef fest

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

He was booked under Indian Penal Code Sections 298 (uttering words with deliberate intent to wound the religious feelings of any person) 504 (intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of the peace) and 505(2) statements creating or promoting enmity, hatred or ill will between classes.

Jaya begins new chapter in chequered political career

Jaya begins new chapter in chequered political career

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Assuming office for the sixth time as chief minister, Jayalalithaa began a new chapter in her chequered political career.

Duleep Trophy: Pujara, Shaw, Sarfaraz, SKY in focus

Duleep Trophy: Pujara, Shaw, Sarfaraz, SKY in focus

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

West Zone will boast of a power-packed batting line-up in Cheteshwar Pujara, Prithvi Shaw, Suryakumar Yadav and Sarfaraz Khan for the Duleep Trophy semi-final against Central Zone.

Can You Spot The Rare Snow Leopard?

Can You Spot The Rare Snow Leopard?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Rare snow leopard sighted in Himachal's Chicham village.

Sheela Says: Will Jaya realise her national dream?

Sheela Says: Will Jaya realise her national dream?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

In Tamil Nadu politics J Jayalalithaa is the queen of all she surveys today, But there are some ground realities that may still dent her high ambition. Rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt's fascinating new column where she reveals the ground realities in the Battle for India.

COVID-19 caseload in India climbs to 86,83,916

COVID-19 caseload in India climbs to 86,83,916

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

The number of active cases remained below 5 lakh for the second consecutive day.

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Michael Dalvi, who played first class cricket for Delhi, Tamil Nadu and Bengal, once hit a century against a fiery Malcolm Marshall and the West Indies. At 77, he has a razor sharp memory, a ready wit and is a rare cricketing treasure.

Vijay Shankar reflects on missed chances

Vijay Shankar reflects on missed chances

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Vijay Shankar said that he is not looking at being a mere survivor in the Indian team but someone who can perform for long time.

IPL 2023: Trevor Gonsalves has big shoes to fill

IPL 2023: Trevor Gonsalves has big shoes to fill

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Gonsalves has entered the 'big league' having served four years as a scout for Punjab Kings.

India records lowest daily new Covid tally in 8 months

India records lowest daily new Covid tally in 8 months

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

The COVID-19 active caseload remained below two lakh for the 14th consecutive day.

Mahagathbandhan a result of govt's efforts against corruption: Modi

Mahagathbandhan a result of govt's efforts against corruption: Modi

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

The union government was taking effective steps to rid the country of corruption and nepotism, he said.

Veterans, cubs in the mix as Ranji Trophy returns after two years

Veterans, cubs in the mix as Ranji Trophy returns after two years

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

All eyes will be on the opening fixture between defending champions Saurashtra and record 41-time champions Mumbai in Ahmedabad with Rahane and Pujara on either side, aiming to make the big scores that have deserted them at the Test level for a while.

'People won't trust a piece of paper that has gold written on it'

'People won't trust a piece of paper that has gold written on it'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com speaks to common folk in Tamil Nadu about whether they will invest in Arun Jaitley's gold monetisation scheme. Their reactions will not make the Union finance minister happy.

Dhawan, Bhuvi released, rookie all-rounder Vijay Shankar in for 2nd Test

Dhawan, Bhuvi released, rookie all-rounder Vijay Shankar in for 2nd Test

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Rookie Tamil Nadu all-rounder Vijay Shankar has been drafted in the Indian squad for the second cricket Test against Sri Lanka with seamer Bhuvneshar Kumar and senior opener Shikhar Dhawan being released.

'Why would we want to go back to being untouchables?'

'Why would we want to go back to being untouchables?'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

41 years ago, Dalits in Meenakshipuram converted to Islam, sending shockwaves through the nation.' A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com returns to the village to discover that past antagonisms lurk below the surface.

37 years on, Netaji's soldier awaits his pension

37 years on, Netaji's soldier awaits his pension

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

A man who was ready to die for the country in his youth waits for his government to recognise his sacrifice and pay him his due in his old age.