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Promises made in poll manifestos not corrupt practice: SC

Promises made in poll manifestos not corrupt practice: SC

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The Supreme Court has said that commitments made by political parties in their election manifestos will not amount to 'corrupt practice' under the election laws.

'An Army To Shake Up The World Of Chess'

'An Army To Shake Up The World Of Chess'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'It is not just D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi, Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi.' 'There are another 20 players just behind them. Nobody imagined this was possible 5 years ago.'

Nithari killings: SC to hear CBI pleas against acquittal of Surendra Koli

Nithari killings: SC to hear CBI pleas against acquittal of Surendra Koli

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The apex court in May agreed to hear a plea filed by the father of one of the victims challenging the high court's order acquitting Koli in the case.

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Seventh-round loss gave me energy, motivation to aim for title: Gukesh

Prague Masters Chess: Praggnanandhaa crushes Keymer in opener

Prague Masters Chess: Praggnanandhaa crushes Keymer in opener

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

With this win Praggnanandhaa also added some more spice to the tale around the highest rated Indian as he again overtook Viswanathan Anand in live rating to clinch the top spot in the country.

Praggnanandhaa shocks World champion Liren; overtakes Anand

Praggnanandhaa shocks World champion Liren; overtakes Anand

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

The 18-year-old also created history as he surpassed the legendary Viswanathan Anand to take the No 1 spot among Indian chess players in the live ratings.

'Can't demolish accused's house': SC questions 'bulldozer justice'

'Can't demolish accused's house': SC questions 'bulldozer justice'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

With several state administrations flattening the houses of those involved in criminal cases with bulldozers, the Supreme Court on Monday questioned how can anybody's house be demolished just because he is an accused.

'Against ethos of Constitution': SC halts 'bulldozer justice'

'Against ethos of Constitution': SC halts 'bulldozer justice'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan clarified that its order will not be applicable to unauthorised structures on public roads, footpaths etc.

Trial court finding on Sisodia not backed by record: SC

Trial court finding on Sisodia not backed by record: SC

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday said the trial court's finding that Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia was responsible for delaying the trial in the Delhi excise policy cases was not supported by the record.

Teen GM Gukesh surpasses V Anand in FIDE rankings

Teen GM Gukesh surpasses V Anand in FIDE rankings

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Anand, who first made it to the World's top-10 in July 1991, has remained India's top-ranked player in all published lists since January 1987.

How Gukesh Became A Chess Prodigy

How Gukesh Became A Chess Prodigy

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

A lot has been written about Gukesh but have you wondered about how it is to be the parents of a genius and budding World Champion.

Excise policy: BRS leader Kavitha walks out of Tihar after 5 months

Excise policy: BRS leader Kavitha walks out of Tihar after 5 months

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan noted that Kavitha has been in custody for around five months and the probe against her by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) was complete in these cases.

IPL 2024 keeps its date with India, no venue worries

IPL 2024 keeps its date with India, no venue worries

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to take place in India despite coinciding with elections

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rohit, Gavaskar, Anand, P T Usha, Bhutia get Ram Temple invite

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Chess grandmaster Viswanathan Anand, sprint queen P T Usha and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia are among the prominent sports personalities invited for Monday's ceremony.

Sitharaman applauds rising sports stars in budget

Sitharaman applauds rising sports stars in budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman commended the outstanding performance of chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa

SC rejects Bengal govt's plea against CBI probe into Sandeshkhali

SC rejects Bengal govt's plea against CBI probe into Sandeshkhali

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by the West Bengal government challenging the Calcutta high court's order which directed a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the allegations of crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali.

Excise policy cases: SC questions agencies over fairness of probe

Excise policy cases: SC questions agencies over fairness of probe

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

The two federal agencies came in for some sharp criticism over the "fairness" of their investigation, with the apex court observing "Sorry to see this state of affairs".

Olympic talk: 'India's attitude towards sport must change'

Olympic talk: 'India's attitude towards sport must change'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

'We need more support from states to back budding talents from not-so-affluent families.'

Thala Meets The Elephant Whisperers

Thala Meets The Elephant Whisperers

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Chennai Super Kings honored elephant caregivers Bomman, Bellie and Oscar-winning film-maker Kartiki Gonsalves (The Elephant Whisperers) at a special ceremony in Chennai on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.

Will suspend all freebies unless..., SC warns Maha govt

Will suspend all freebies unless..., SC warns Maha govt

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Coming down heavily on the Maharashtra government, the apex court castigated it saying the state has huge amount to "waste on freebies" but does not have money to compensate to a private party which lost land to it "illegally".

Kasparov clarifies after post on Rahul Gandhi goes viral

Kasparov clarifies after post on Rahul Gandhi goes viral

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Russian chess great Garry Kasparov has expressed hope that his "little joke" on Indian politics does not pass for "advocacy or expertise" after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral.

'Future is here': Vishy lauds Gukesh

'Future is here': Vishy lauds Gukesh

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Gukesh follows in the footsteps of Anand, the only other Indian to win the Candidates

Senior advocate named by collegium to SC in line to become CJI by 2030

Senior advocate named by collegium to SC in line to become CJI by 2030

Rediff.com16 May 2023

The Supreme Court collegium headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Tuesday recommended to the Centre the names of Andhra Pradesh high court chief justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and senior advocate KV Viswanathan as judges of the apex court.

Demand For AI Powered PCs Is On Rise

Demand For AI Powered PCs Is On Rise

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

A computer with NPU can handle a wide range of tasks directly on personal devices without relying on a Cloud service.

'We Were Fighting With Our Backs To The Wall'

'We Were Fighting With Our Backs To The Wall'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

'There is a sense of achievement but it has come at a great cost.'

Praggnanandhaa to meet Abdusattarov, Gukesh up against Bartel

Praggnanandhaa to meet Abdusattarov, Gukesh up against Bartel

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Sitting at tied fourth, Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh will have some catching up to do if they want to finish on the podium with four rounds remaining in the ongoing Prague Masters Chess tournament in Prague.

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

World Jr Chess: Harshit Pawar shocks top seed USA's Mishra

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The event that was inaugurated by five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand will have 11 rounds before the best player in the under-20 category can be determined in both sections.

GCL: Anand's Ganges Grandmasters go down to Mumba Masters

GCL: Anand's Ganges Grandmasters go down to Mumba Masters

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

In another entertaining contest SG Alpine Warriors defeated Chingari Gulf Titans 11-6.

Vishy Anand storms into lead at Grand Chess Tour

Vishy Anand storms into lead at Grand Chess Tour

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Viswanathan Anand shot into the lead at the end of three rounds of the Rapid segment in the third leg of the 2023 Grand Chess Tour

Can't make a citizen run pillar to post: SC in Sisodia's case

Can't make a citizen run pillar to post: SC in Sisodia's case

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The apex court rejected the preliminary objection raised by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) that Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia cannot be permitted to file second set of special leave petitions to challenge the Delhi high court's May 21 verdict which denied him bail in the excise policy cases.

Ashwin constantly reinventing himself to bluff batters

Ashwin constantly reinventing himself to bluff batters

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

England batting mainstay Joe Root explained what made Ashwin, who combines a spinner's guile with a fast bowler's aggression, such a difficult bowler to play.

Teenage GM replaces Anand as India's top chess player after 37 years

Teenage GM replaces Anand as India's top chess player after 37 years

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Teenaged Grandmaster D Gukesh has replaced the legendary Viswanathan Anand as India's top chess player after more than three decades.

Relief for D K Shivakumar; SC Dismisses Money Laundering Case

Relief for D K Shivakumar; SC Dismisses Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The case dates back to August 2017 when the Income Tax department had carried out searches at multiple premises in Delhi as part of its alleged tax evasion probe against Shivakumar, his alleged business associate and liquor trader Sachin Narayan, another associate Sunil Kumar Sharma who operated a fleet of luxury buses, Karnataka Bhawan (Delhi) employee A Hanumanthaiah and former state government employee and caretaker posted at the Karnataka Bhawan Rajendra N.

Ashwin absolutely terrific in all formats: Gavaskar

Ashwin absolutely terrific in all formats: Gavaskar

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

'Surreal effort, and superhuman at times.'

Candidates champ Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

Candidates champ Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Hundreds of students from the Velammal Vidyalaya, the school where Gukesh studies, lined up at the airport at least one hour before his flight landed to greet the 17-year-old chess prodigy.

Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa make chess history

Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa make chess history

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Vaishali becomes India's 84th Grandmaster, joins brother Praggnanandhaa in elite club

SC upholds EC order, says Sharad Pawar faction can use this name ....

SC upholds EC order, says Sharad Pawar faction can use this name ....

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The bench gave liberty to Sharad Pawar to move the poll panel for allocation of the party symbol and directed the poll panel to allot it in one week of the application.

Dhoni as a brand will continue to reign even if he retires post IPL

Dhoni as a brand will continue to reign even if he retires post IPL

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

With the IPL kicking off, speculations are rife that the former Indian cricket team captain M S Dhoni will hang up his boots after handing over the captaincy of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to Ruturaj Gaikwad. However, brand experts believe this is not the end of the road for Dhoni as a celebrity, and he still has some mileage left even if he completely retires. Dhoni is expected to continue being associated with CSK even after retirement, according to a media report.

Etihad takes flight as CSK's official sponsor!

Etihad takes flight as CSK's official sponsor!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Gulf carrier Etihad Airways on Thursday entered into an agreement with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to become its official sponsor.

Farmers' issues serious, don't file trivial petitions: SC

Farmers' issues serious, don't file trivial petitions: SC

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The bench said the petitioner must know that the high court has already passed certain directions on the issue.