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How GST 'killed' Tirupur, once a vibrant textile town

How GST 'killed' Tirupur, once a vibrant textile town

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Most industry players in Tirupur feel that though the idea of GST is good, the problems are largely due to its poor implementation. Refund delays, withdrawal of incentive schemes make Made-in-Tirupur products costlier by 10-15 per cent, say entrepreneurs.

Can Prithvi Shaw succeed in Australia?

Can Prithvi Shaw succeed in Australia?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Prithvi Shaw lived up to expectations with a classy century on his Test debut but the teenage sensation must tighten up his technique for tougher challenges away from home, believe former players.

WC: When Spain breached stubborn Persian wall to bag three points

WC: When Spain breached stubborn Persian wall to bag three points

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

'We were not lying yesterday when we said in the press conference Iran is a tough team'

India is a moral giant; no one can damage its image

India is a moral giant; no one can damage its image

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'India's reputation is not and cannot be dependent on the whimsical opinions of some obscure foreign advisory committee packed with Hindu-phobic acolytes,' declares Vivek Gumaste.

Scribe death: Will ensure no injustice to anyone, says UP CM

Scribe death: Will ensure no injustice to anyone, says UP CM

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

A day after Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Shivpal Yadav said that no minister will be sacked without probe in the murder case of a journalist, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday asserted that his government would ensure no injustice is meted to anyone.

When Roland Garros embraced 'Open' Grand Slam

When Roland Garros embraced 'Open' Grand Slam

Rediff.com25 May 2018

The tournament marks the 50th anniversary of the first 'Open' Grand Slam event

Knives are out for Sheila Dikshit

Knives are out for Sheila Dikshit

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Her rivals have been floating stories that by supporting the Bharatiya Janata Party Sheila Dikshit was trying to pre-empt investigations against her, says Kavita Chowdhury

Cook, Broad return to form but a little late

Cook, Broad return to form but a little late

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

The Ashes series may be reduced to dead rubbers, but Alastair Cook and Stuart Broad proved their England careers remain very much alive on Wednesday as they helped Joe Root's team dominate Australia on day two at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Hope truth will come out, says Kerala actress

Hope truth will come out, says Kerala actress

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Popular Malayalam actor Dileep was arrested on the charge of being a key conspirator.

'Narasimha Rao didn't have frosty relations with Sonia'

'Narasimha Rao didn't have frosty relations with Sonia'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

P V Narasimha Rao's grandson rued that the Congress has not "acknowledged" his contribution, but debunked suggestions that the former PM had a frosty relationship with Sonia Gandhi.

Sai's Take: Mr PM, time to end the national bitterness

Sai's Take: Mr PM, time to end the national bitterness

Rediff.com23 May 2019

'The unprecedented bitterness and rancour that marked this election campaign need not spill over into government and governance,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Bigg Boss 11: Is Hina Khan jealous of Shilpa Shinde?

Bigg Boss 11: Is Hina Khan jealous of Shilpa Shinde?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Post nominations, the house is on fire, says Rohan Shinde.

Captain Clarke to retire after Ashes, suggest Australian media

Captain Clarke to retire after Ashes, suggest Australian media

Rediff.com8 Aug 2015

Australia captain Michael Clarke will retire at the end of the current Ashes series, bringing a dismal end to a storied 114-Test career, Channel Nine reported on Saturday.

Bigg Boss 12: 'I am not a badtameez'

Bigg Boss 12: 'I am not a badtameez'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

'While I was leaving, Sree told me I was one of the most genuine and nicest people he had ever met.' 'He said, "Virat Kohli and I were more aggressive than you at this age".'

'I spat in the glass for fun'

'I spat in the glass for fun'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

'I do not have any grudge against Mandana. You never know, we might become best of friends when we meet outside! Whatever happens in the house stays there.' Kishwer Merchant discusses her Bigg Boss stint.

Zee News editor moves HC for anticipatory bail

Zee News editor moves HC for anticipatory bail

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Zee News editor Sudhir Chaudhary on Monday moved the Delhi High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a case registered against him for telecast of a show allegedly based on forged documents against Jindal Group in connection with Coalgate.

Ashes: McGrath predicts 10-0... 'because Aus already 5-0 up'

Ashes: McGrath predicts 10-0... 'because Aus already 5-0 up'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Pace legend Glenn McGrath, who has often predicted results of Australia's Test rubbers, forecast yet another 5-0 clean sweep by his country against England in the upcoming Ashes series.

New Zealand a dark horse for World Cup, Australia 'annoying'

New Zealand a dark horse for World Cup, Australia 'annoying'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

South Africa paceman Dale Steyn rates co-hosts New Zealand as a "dark horse" to win next year's cricket World Cup, while one-day rivals Australia are "annoying."

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

Gen V K Singh wants govt to appeal Rath verdict

Gen V K Singh wants govt to appeal Rath verdict

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Former army commander P K Rath, who was given a clean chit by Armed Forces Tribunal in the Sukna land scam, on Saturday said that the verdict had vindicated his stand while ex-army chief V K Singh demanded that the government should go for appeal against the military panel's judgement.

How Indians can love their daughters more

How Indians can love their daughters more

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Perhaps, more daughters will feel more loved if the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme were to be replaced, says Geetanjali Krishna.

Delhi shocker: 15-year-old girl gets ex-boyfriend killed

Delhi shocker: 15-year-old girl gets ex-boyfriend killed

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

After inviting the victim for playing holi and patching up in north Delhi's Burari area.

The 5 BJP Dalit MPs who are upset with Modi

The 5 BJP Dalit MPs who are upset with Modi

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Here are 5 BJP MPs who have taken up cudgels against their party leadership for its handling of Dalit issues.

Tennis Roundup: Mertens stuns Halep to lift Qatar Open title

Tennis Roundup: Mertens stuns Halep to lift Qatar Open title

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

Belgium's Elise Mertens rallied from a set down to beat top seed Simona Halep 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 and clinch her first Premier-level title at the Qatar Open on Saturday.

Confident India wary of unpredictable Bangladesh in T20 final

Confident India wary of unpredictable Bangladesh in T20 final

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

A dominant India cruised into the final with three convincing victories in a row, but Bangladesh will also be high on confidence following their thrilling victory against Sri Lanka in their last league match.

Mourinho undone by 'the one that got away'

Mourinho undone by 'the one that got away'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

On the face of it, Jose Mourinho shouldered the blame for the wounding defeat in his first Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Scribe's death: Initial report suggests self-immolation

Scribe's death: Initial report suggests self-immolation

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

A preliminary forensic report of the Shahjahanpur-based journalist Jagendra Singh, who was allegedly killed, has pointed towards self-immolation angle.

Keshavan aims for last hurrah in Winter Olympics

Keshavan aims for last hurrah in Winter Olympics

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Shiva Keshavan wants to overcome a recent injury and end his international career with a flourish during the Pyeongchang Games, starting this week.

Poor appraisal? Don't let jealousy, anxiety affect you

Poor appraisal? Don't let jealousy, anxiety affect you

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Don't be led by emotions while self-introspection your efforts, but get a grip on the facts, says Suhita Saha.

The 25 Moods of Kishore Kumar

The 25 Moods of Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

On his 90th birthday, Sukanya Verma highlights a fraction of the legend's marvelous versatility in this curated list of his 25 unique moods.

Opposition accuses RSS, BJP ministers of lobbying against Rajan

Opposition accuses RSS, BJP ministers of lobbying against Rajan

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram had said he was "disappointed and profoundly saddened" by Rajan's decision.

Koregaon-Bhima case: Activist Gautam Navlakha freed from house arrest

Koregaon-Bhima case: Activist Gautam Navlakha freed from house arrest

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

The Delhi high said that the trial court order was unsustainable in law.

Gen Rath absolved of wrongdoing, V K Singh virtually indicted by army tribunal

Gen Rath absolved of wrongdoing, V K Singh virtually indicted by army tribunal

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Virtually indicting former Army chief and Union Minister Gen V K Singh, the Armed Forces Tribunal on Friday quashed the court martial of Lt Gen P K Rath who was punished for his alleged role in a land dealing in West Bengal.

Britain finally discovers how the Raj hurt India

Britain finally discovers how the Raj hurt India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

Unlike the Germans, Britons began to face the hard truths about their colonial empire only recently.

One more headache for RBI Gov!

One more headache for RBI Gov!

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The HR challenge seems to be one of the most important issues that RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das will have to tackle.

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

It's now Steve Waugh's turn to hit back at Warne

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

Steve Waugh on Friday hit back at Shane Warne after the legendary spinner reignited a long-running feud between the two by calling the former Australia captain a selfish cricketer.

Journalist Rajdeep Sardesai assaulted outside Madison Square Garden

Journalist Rajdeep Sardesai assaulted outside Madison Square Garden

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Leading television anchor Rajdeep Sardesai was roughed up by pro-Modi supporters outside the Madison Square Garden in New York, shortly before the prime minister's address.

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The shooting was the deadliest day for US journalism since 9/11 terror attacks.

The new BJP is like the old Congress

The new BJP is like the old Congress

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

While it took the Congress nearly a half century to earn the hatred of other political outfits, the BJP appears set to reach there in around six years, says Arun Bhatnagar, former secretary to the GoI.

Keshubhai to quit active politics; wishes GPP should merge with BJP

Keshubhai to quit active politics; wishes GPP should merge with BJP

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

Veteran leader Keshubhai Patel on Wednesday announced that he would quit active politics and wished that the Gujarat Parivartan Party floated by him against Narendra Modi should merge with the Bharatiya Janata Party.