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South Korea, world's hardest-working nation

South Korea, world's hardest-working nation

Rediff.com22 May 2008

In South Korea, the average employee works 2,357 hours per year--that's six-and-a-half hours for every single day of their life.

Gavaskar's warning for Team India...

Gavaskar's warning for Team India...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Sunil Gavaskar acknowledged that the 'pressure of expectations' will be high on India in Asia Cup and the World Cup

Former Kiwi coach raises concern over Boult's 'untidy' NZC contract

Former Kiwi coach raises concern over Boult's 'untidy' NZC contract

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Raising concerns over pacer Trent Boult's deal with New Zealand Cricket, former Black Caps coach Mike Hesson said his contract "will open a can of worms".

Waiting In The Wings: The Creator Economy

Waiting In The Wings: The Creator Economy

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

...current industry models will soon fade out, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

Real Heroes Of Web Revolution

Real Heroes Of Web Revolution

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

The tech creators, or the ones who made billions, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Focus on nutrition, tailor-made training for specific opponents key to Prannoy's success.

Pannun 'Plot': 'Biden has received a wake up call'

Pannun 'Plot': 'Biden has received a wake up call'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'US officials must grapple with the possibility that one of its closest partners attempted an extrajudicial killing on its soil.' 'This is not something that friends typically do to friends.'

Japan Open: Srikanth advances; Lakshya, Saina exit

Japan Open: Srikanth advances; Lakshya, Saina exit

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Kidambi Srikanth scored a stunning straight-games victory over world No. 4 Lee Zii Jia but Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen suffered a shock defeat in the opening round of the Japan Open Super 750 badminton tournament, in Osaka, on Wednesday.

PIX: Crystal Palace clinch unexpected draw with Man City

PIX: Crystal Palace clinch unexpected draw with Man City

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Michael Olise scored a stoppage-time penalty as Crystal Palace clawed back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Manchester City in the Premier League at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.

FIDE Grand Chess: Vidit crushes Niemann to jump into lead

FIDE Grand Chess: Vidit crushes Niemann to jump into lead

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Vidit Gujrathi crashed through the defences of Hans Moke Niemann of the United States to join the leaders' pack on 4.5 points.

Asian Games Hockey: India men down South Korea; enter final

Asian Games Hockey: India men down South Korea; enter final

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

India outclassed South Korea 5-3 in a hard-fought semi-final to enter the gold medal clash of the men's hockey competition at the Asian Games.

'It is very difficult when you don't have work'

'It is very difficult when you don't have work'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

"You have an MBA from IIM-Ahmedabad. You worked in a bank in New York. What made you give up all that and pursue acting?" 'A little bit of courage and a lot of stupidity.'

Your OTT Date With Tom Cruise

Your OTT Date With Tom Cruise

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

There's a crazy lot to watch on OTT this week.

'Many times I felt I wouldn't survive'

'Many times I felt I wouldn't survive'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

'I faced difficulties, but today when I look back, it all looks mazedar (fun).'

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

The 80th Annual Golden Globe awards saw Hollywood's A-set at their glamorous best.

India objects to Singapore PM's remarks on lawmakers

India objects to Singapore PM's remarks on lawmakers

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

It is learnt that the issue was raised with the Singaporean high commissioner at the ministry of external affairs.

'I have very deep connections with India'

'I have very deep connections with India'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

'When democracy first came to Bhutan people had no idea and they were like 'What is that?' Oh it's that thing they have in India where the leaders are always fighting and arguing.' When I screened the film to Bhutan's film committee, they thought my film was good but they were concerned about that line. They wanted me to change that line. They said, 'We don't want to offend India.' I tried to tell them that Indians have a great ability to laugh at themselves but they insisted I change it.'

Welcome To Dallas Y'll!

Welcome To Dallas Y'll!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Dallas is where JFK was murdered. It is also the home of the Gas Money Garage. And a city where 'big things happen'.

Prannoy eyes good show as Sindhu, Srikanth desperate for a turnaround

Prannoy eyes good show as Sindhu, Srikanth desperate for a turnaround

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Star Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth will look to arrest their slump in form when they begin their campaign at the Australia Open badminton tournament in Sydney on Tuesday.

Hollywood Gets Emotional At SAG Awards

Hollywood Gets Emotional At SAG Awards

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Hollywood's awards season continues with the Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles.

PHOTOS: England finely poised for series sweep against NZ

PHOTOS: England finely poised for series sweep against NZ

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

IMAGES from Day 4 of the 3rd Test played between England and New Zealand at Headingley on Sunday.

Bollywood's Ticket To Hollywood

Bollywood's Ticket To Hollywood

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Desi sightings in Western fare are no longer a rarity.

Mixed emotions for Bavuma as SA skipper joins unwanted club

Mixed emotions for Bavuma as SA skipper joins unwanted club

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Despite winning his first Test as captain, Temba Bavuma will walk away with mixed emotions after registering an unwanted record against his name.

Jaane Jaan Review: Mesmerising Kareena Steals The Show

Jaane Jaan Review: Mesmerising Kareena Steals The Show

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Few actors share Kareena's fearlessness for closeups in their 40s. A still force in a high-strung thriller, her marvellously opaque portrayal of a woman hiding skeletons in her closet turns a crafty police procedural into a wistful story of survival, observes Sukanya Verma.

India has stopped working in bureaucratic manner: PM in Thailand

India has stopped working in bureaucratic manner: PM in Thailand

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

The prime minister was speaking at an event to mark golden jubilee of the Aditya Birla Group's presence in Thailand.

Global subsidy race puts a spanner in India's chip manufacturing hopes

Global subsidy race puts a spanner in India's chip manufacturing hopes

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

The Indian government is keen to woo major semiconductor players, but a global race to attract them to countries where there is already an ecosystem is making it difficult for India to attract the biggies in the business. On Wednesday the government decided to throw open the doors to more players to participate in its semiconductor scheme. It is now looking at not only 28 nanometre (nm) chips and below, but higher nodes like 40 nm.

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

They welcomed the guests before the start of the dinner from the reception dais, with its backdrop showcasing the ruins of the Nalanda University in Bihar besides India's G20 presidency theme -- 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - One Earth, One Family, One Future'.

World Athletics PIX: Rojas claims triple jump title; Jackson wins 200m

World Athletics PIX: Rojas claims triple jump title; Jackson wins 200m

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Yulimar Rojas of Venezuela soared to her fourth consecutive world triple jump title on Friday.

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A summary of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday night.

Karan Johar Makes 'Most Violent Film' In India

Karan Johar Makes 'Most Violent Film' In India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

'The only violence I have had in any film of mine is a slap.' 'When Nikhil narrated the film to me, I was blown away.' 'I was literally screaming out of my chair.'

India Open: Axelsen tames Srikanth in opener

India Open: Axelsen tames Srikanth in opener

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Srikanth made an attacking start after the change of ends, putting his smashes to good use, to lead 5-1. Two tight smashes on either side helped the Indian to maintain his lead to 8-3 before he entered the break with a healthy seven-point advantage when Axelsen went to the net.

Indians among 6 migrants found dead in river near US-Canada border

Indians among 6 migrants found dead in river near US-Canada border

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

Six bodies were recovered by police Thursday afternoon in a marshy area of Quebec near an overturned boat during an aerial search with the Canadian Coast Guard., according to Canadian news outlets CBC and CTV.

PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Images from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

World Boxing: Nikhat, Parveen and Anamika storm into quarters

World Boxing: Nikhat, Parveen and Anamika storm into quarters

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Nikhat was the first Indian in action on Sunday and she completely dominated from start to finish in her round of 16 bout.

End of an era for Brazil as Marta bows out of sixth World Cup

End of an era for Brazil as Marta bows out of sixth World Cup

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Brazil exited the World Cup on Wednesday hoping a new generational talent will emerge as Marta's sixth and final Women's World Cup ended with a 0-0 draw against Jamaica

'Kohli aggressive captain; Williamson conservative'

'Kohli aggressive captain; Williamson conservative'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

Former Australian pacer Brett Lee has highlighted the different styles of the captaincy of Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson ahead of the ICC World Test Championship final later this month.

Check out this Sen-sation's 'greatest comeback'

Check out this Sen-sation's 'greatest comeback'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Lakshya Sen said the win against reigning All England Champion Li Shi Feng gives him confidence and belief in the Olympic qualification year.

Can Modi Change India's Freebie Culture?

Can Modi Change India's Freebie Culture?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Blame the voter, who invariably chooses the promise of hand-outs today in preference to a vague promise of, say, better schools tomorrow. Getting the Supreme Court to issue an edict, or Parliament to pass a law, is no solution, observes T N Ninan.