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Inconsistent Pakistan will be favourites at 2019 World Cup: Hafeez

Inconsistent Pakistan will be favourites at 2019 World Cup: Hafeez

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

He also wants the ICC to consider changes to ensure 'doosra' stays in the sport

Gavaskar, Tendulkar on how to improve Mumbai cricket

Gavaskar, Tendulkar on how to improve Mumbai cricket

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar believe that the T20 Mumbai League will benefit the youngsters in the city and also them give them an opportunity to catch the attention of the IPL teams.

'Can't book profits in stock markets. Need help'

'Can't book profits in stock markets. Need help'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Australia's Starc sees Abu Dhabi green-top as a mirage

Australia's Starc sees Abu Dhabi green-top as a mirage

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

The left-armer was made to toil on a typically lifeless pitch in the drawn first Test in Dubai, grabbing only a solitary wicket while conceding 108 runs for more than 40 overs' work in broiling heat.

From Khawaja's catch to Pujara's run-out, Aus fielders on fire!

From Khawaja's catch to Pujara's run-out, Aus fielders on fire!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

'I think if you asked us at the start of the day if we'd take losing the toss and India being 9 for 250 at stumps, I think we'd bite your arm off'

How your health insurance policy may soon change for the better

How your health insurance policy may soon change for the better

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Irdai to allow 12 minor changes including expansion of critical illness and day care procedure lists, premium payment in instalments, change sum assured, etc.

Grab a bite at Subway in Rashtrapati Bhawan

Grab a bite at Subway in Rashtrapati Bhawan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

A company executive said a recently opened museum at Rashtrapati Bhawan was the trigger for getting a restaurant in the complex as visitors come from far-flung places

Is all well between BJP and its alliance partners?

Is all well between BJP and its alliance partners?

Rediff.com17 May 2020

In this COVID-19 phase, the BJP leveraged its pre-eminence again to tip the power scales in its favour and relegate its allies in the National Democratic Alliance to a lesser position. Radhika Ramaseshan reports.

The lockdown has been good for Grofers

The lockdown has been good for Grofers

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'One good thing that has come out of all this is that it shown people that online ordering is the way forward.'

Zaheer out of Bangladesh clash

Zaheer out of Bangladesh clash

Rediff.com20 Jul 2004

The left-arm paceman has been ruled out with a hamstring injury and may miss the rest of the tournament.

New GST rates likely from April 1

New GST rates likely from April 1

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Proposals from the Centre's side include raising the 5 per cent slab to anywhere between 6 and 8 per cent, and doing away with the 12 per cent slab. A few states may oppose such a move because it involves hiking tax on items consumed by the poor. They have instead proposed raising the 18 per cent slab.

Govt planning 100% FDI in single-brand retail

Govt planning 100% FDI in single-brand retail

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

According to sources, there is a proposal to allow 100 per cent Foreign Direct Investment in single brand retail sector "through automatic route" with certain conditions.

How Chandela shot her way to gold at World Cup

How Chandela shot her way to gold at World Cup

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

'I was just trying to control my nerves. Nerves do play a big role. I just asked myself to stay calm as it was a matter of few more shots'

How Saridon has managed to remain top of the mind

How Saridon has managed to remain top of the mind

Rediff.com3 May 2019

What has worked though for Brand Saridon has been its single-minded focus on headaches as opposed to other analgesics that dwell on a wider set of problems, reports Sohini Das.

Indian boxers to adopt higher weight category

Indian boxers to adopt higher weight category

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The change means that Panghal, an Asian Games gold-medallist in 49kg, will now have to move to 52kg, while Thapa and Kaushik will have to forego the 60kg division and move up to the newly-created 63kg. Thapa is a three-time Asian Championships medallist and a world bronze-medallist, while Kaushik won a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games last year.

Keep track of service tax changes

Keep track of service tax changes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

Each year, the service tax regulations are tweaked in order to make the tax levy more effective

Sneha and Bharat want to change how 200 mn kids learn

Sneha and Bharat want to change how 200 mn kids learn

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Bangalore-based couple Sneha Sundaram and Bharath Bevinahally tell us how Kutuki, an early learning app, will change the way 200 mn kids in Indian will access education.

'Markets are expected to be range-bound for some time'

'Markets are expected to be range-bound for some time'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

As markets enter the new financial year and the long-term capital gains tax on the sale of stock investments kicks in, Abhinav Khanna, head of equities, Citi India, tells Puneet Wadhwa that he remains optimistic on the medium-to-long term growth of India, led by consumption recovery and the green shoots visible in the capex cycle.

Steep airfares: Whose side are you on, Mr Prime Minister?

Steep airfares: Whose side are you on, Mr Prime Minister?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

Civil Aviation Ministry has a few ready answers at hand.

Electoral bonds: SC asks parties for funding details

Electoral bonds: SC asks parties for funding details

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi asked the parties to furnish 'forthwith' the details of electoral bonds received by a political party till date.

Verna 4S: A premium sedan with cool features

Verna 4S: A premium sedan with cool features

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Hyundai has upped the game of the Verna with the 4S.

Modi govt is about event management, creating false impressions: Sinha

Modi govt is about event management, creating false impressions: Sinha

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'Modi has given India its 'lost half-decade'. Elect him again and by 2024 it will be a lost decade'

South Africa thrash Zimbabwe in inaugural four-day Test

South Africa thrash Zimbabwe in inaugural four-day Test

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Zimbabwe were bowled out twice on Wednesday as South Africa swept to an easy victory by an innings and 120 runs as the inaugural four-day Test finished inside two days at St George's Park.

Farewell and godspeed, uncle

Farewell and godspeed, uncle

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

'You were a good man, a luminous soul. You gave me more than I could ever thank you for.' Rajeev Srinivasan remembers a beloved uncle who passed into the ages recently.

AB de Villiers eyes successful Test return

AB de Villiers eyes successful Test return

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

It will be the first Test appearance in almost two years for the 33-year-old, who had taken time off from the longer version of game while continuing to dominate bowlers in limited overs.

Army wants Mountain Strike Corps against China; but where's the money?

Army wants Mountain Strike Corps against China; but where's the money?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

'The necessity of a Mountain Strike Corps is well understood. The problem is in implementing the intention.'

Maruti stocks up 10% on plan to seek approval for Guj plant

Maruti stocks up 10% on plan to seek approval for Guj plant

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

After a strong opening, shares of the car-maker further zoomed 9.37 per cent to Rs 1,899.90 -- its 52-week high on the BSE.

Sports Shorts: Casey wins Valspar as Woods finishes one stroke behind

Sports Shorts: Casey wins Valspar as Woods finishes one stroke behind

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Woods, who finished one stroke behind Casey, lamented a "couple of putts here and there" that could have led to his 80th PGA Tour victory.

In a first, IndiGo opts for bigger Airbus planes

In a first, IndiGo opts for bigger Airbus planes

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

In 2011, the Gurgaon-based airline placed an order of 180 narrow-body Airbus aircraft, including 150 fuel efficient A320neo and 30 A320s.

Google's new Play Store policy making app developers nervous

Google's new Play Store policy making app developers nervous

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Google is going ahead with a policy revision mandating 30% charge on in-app purchases across all apps on Play Store. This has left developers' community worried about tighter squeeze on their earnings, says Yuvraj Malik.

Opposition's 'people's agenda' to take on Modi

Opposition's 'people's agenda' to take on Modi

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Some of the key proposals of the agenda relate to transforming the banking sector, addressing agrarian distress, countering hate crimes and discrimination, and spurring employment generation.

RBI's new stressed asset resolution is 'practical'

RBI's new stressed asset resolution is 'practical'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

'If there is a technical issue and the borrowers can resolve it within 30 days, you don't have to go through the bankruptcy court.' 'If the borrower is expecting a large disbursal of a facility or expecting a payment or receivables, in such cases it becomes practical to give a window for taking care of such circumstances. 'If banks had aggregated the assets and benefited with a long relationship with borrowers and now when assets get into a trouble, it is incumbent on banks to find resolution and take responsibility.'

Only 20 smart cities may be shortlisted this year

Only 20 smart cities may be shortlisted this year

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The NDA government announced making of 100 smart cities.

Hyundai to focus more on domestic market

Hyundai to focus more on domestic market

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

Facing capacity constraint, firm is yet to take a call on setting up a new manufacturing unit in India.

Achche din for IPO investors

Achche din for IPO investors

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

2017 saw the highest-ever mobilisation by way of IPOs of close to Rs 700 billion. The momentum is expected to continue this year as well.

Explained: All you want to know about Credit Score

Explained: All you want to know about Credit Score

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

'A score of 750 and above is considered to be good, though these cut-offs can vary depending on the type of loan being sanctioned,' points out Arun Ramamurthy.

MFs dig in for fight on Maruti's Gujarat plant

MFs dig in for fight on Maruti's Gujarat plant

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Eight months after India's largest car maker, Maruti Suzuki India, announced plans for a Gujarat unit to be set up as a wholly-owned subsidiary of parent Suzuki, opposition to the move continues to simmer.

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Remembering Homi Bhabha

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

On Dr Homi J Bhabha's 110th birth anniversary, Dr K S Parthasarathy shares some personal memories of the legendary nuclear scientist.

Mohanlal would be perfect as Georgekutty.. 25 years ago

Mohanlal would be perfect as Georgekutty.. 25 years ago

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

The curse of stardom, especially in a country like India -- which wants its Gods to be tidy and punctilious -- is that stardom forces you to stop exploring the frozen sea inside you, and instead inspires you more and more to perform out of a small puddle, observes Sreehari Nair.

U-17 World Cup Digest: Maradona to kick off football conclave

U-17 World Cup Digest: Maradona to kick off football conclave

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

Argentine legend Diego Maradona will kick off a football conclave on October 3 in the presence of a galaxy of current and former Indian stars like Bhaichung Bhutia, Sunil Chhetri and I M Vijayan.