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Navy's 2nd Scorpene-class submarine to be commissioned on Sep 28

Navy's 2nd Scorpene-class submarine to be commissioned on Sep 28

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

INS Khanderi, the second Scorpene-class submarine that can attack with torpedoes as well as tube-launched anti-ship missiles whilst underwater or on surface, was launched at the Mazgaon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in Mumbai in January 2017.

7 ways GST affects India's infrastructure sector

7 ways GST affects India's infrastructure sector

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

There are both positive and negative impacts of the tax, but the net result for India's infrastructure sector is advantageous, says Vinayak Chatterjee.

India's infrastructure action on the Twitter route

India's infrastructure action on the Twitter route

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

From Kudankulam to the Land Bill, the author takes the Twitter route to capture the infra action of 2013.

ICC chief Shashank Manohar defers resignation

ICC chief Shashank Manohar defers resignation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

According to report, he will continue to serve as ICC Chairman 'to enable a smooth transition'.

'India, Australia, South Africa favourites to win 2015 World Cup'

'India, Australia, South Africa favourites to win 2015 World Cup'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2014

With the teams entering the final phase of their preparations for next year's World Cup, former batting great Ian Chappell said defending champions India, Australia and South Africa are the favourites to win the game's showpiece event.

2019 World Cup most watched ever!

2019 World Cup most watched ever!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The most watched match of the 2019 World Cup globally was India against Pakistan with 273 million unique viewers tuning into linear TV coverage with over another 50 million digital-only viewers.

PHOTOS: Kohli hits ton as India easily beat SA in Durban ODI

PHOTOS: Kohli hits ton as India easily beat SA in Durban ODI

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

Captain Faf du Plessis led from the front with an impressive 120 as he single-handedly took South Africa to 269 for 8 in the first One-Day International against India, in Durban, on Thursday.

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

1971 War: Meet War Hero 'Keen Kumar'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

'We airlifted army personnel wearing lungis to generally unused landing grounds.' 'We were told to keep quiet about what we did or saw.'

10 David Dhawan Movies YOU Must Watch

10 David Dhawan Movies YOU Must Watch

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Sukanya Verma picks 10 essential David Dhawan movies you need to watch to understand their loony appeal.

Maruti Suzuki seeks better lending terms for dealers

Maruti Suzuki seeks better lending terms for dealers

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Lenders have become worried as some dealers were not using the money provided to them for car financing.

Handscomb roped in as cover for injured Finch

Handscomb roped in as cover for injured Finch

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Finch was rested from Australia's lone warm-up match against Board President's XI on Tuesday due to the right calf injury, which he first suffered playing for Surrey in England six weeks ago.

India transports 1,000 tons of fresh water to Maldives

India transports 1,000 tons of fresh water to Maldives

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

An Indian Navy vessel and an Air Force aircraft carrying nearly 1,000 tons of fresh water reached Male on Sunday as India mounted a major effort to help the Maldivian capital that is reeling from an acute shortage of drinking water after its lone desalination plant caught fire.

'Never experienced a lockdown in 80 yrs'

'Never experienced a lockdown in 80 yrs'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'I have worked every day of my life for the last 62 years and suddenly there is a cap on doctors over 55, who are not allowed to practice.' Dr Dolly Gurbaxani shares her lockdown experience.

Jet lenders to invite bids for stake sale on April 6

Jet lenders to invite bids for stake sale on April 6

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

SBI is the lead lender to Jet Airways, which has a debt burden of more than Rs 8,000 crore.

FICA urges other cricket boards to reject new ICC proposal

FICA urges other cricket boards to reject new ICC proposal

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

The Federation of International Cricketers' Associations (FICA) urged Test playing nations on Wednesday to reject the controversial proposals that would effectively place Australia, England and India in charge of the world game.

WFH: 10 SMART tips to manage a team remotely

WFH: 10 SMART tips to manage a team remotely

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Managing team members without daily face-to-face interactions is something we are all learning. However, if we inculcate the following factors in our professional lives, it can help us go a long way in establishing seamlessness and excel at remote leadership

What next will Modi and his ministers come up with?

What next will Modi and his ministers come up with?

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Are our ministers having fun at our expense? Any other explanation would suggest 'we are ruled by men whose judgement you cannot trust and whose grasp of reality is questionable,' says Karan Thapar.

PHOTOS: Common man's tribute to R K Laxman

PHOTOS: Common man's tribute to R K Laxman

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Cartoonist's everywhere mourned the death of R K Laxman, who made personified the sublime wit and absurdity of life in his rendition of the Aam Aadmi, better known as Laxman's Common Man. Many fans of Laxman's work came up to the Common Man statue along the Worli seaface and paid their tributes to the artist.

Ayodhya row: Sri Sri again appeals to AIMPLB for out-of-court settlement

Ayodhya row: Sri Sri again appeals to AIMPLB for out-of-court settlement

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

He said going through the court was a loss for both Hindus and Muslims and an out-of-court settlement would be a 'win-win situation' for both the communities.

A 1971 War Hero You Must Know

A 1971 War Hero You Must Know

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

'I realised what a great leader he was by the way he took decisions to undertake the most-risky of missions.'

Our goal is to be India's best friend, says Joe Biden

Our goal is to be India's best friend, says Joe Biden

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

While inaugurating the leadership summit of the US-India Business Council in Washington, DC, US Vice President Joe Biden said that there was no reason why the two largest democracies in the world should not continue to have a more productive relationship. Aziz Haniffa/ Rediff.com reports.

Wanted! A National Security Strategy

Wanted! A National Security Strategy

Rediff.com31 May 2021

India's national security strategy needs to be revised periodically since the global and regional geopolitical situation is dynamic, points out Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Australia struggling without banned Warner, Smith: Paine

Australia struggling without banned Warner, Smith: Paine

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

Australia captain believes the result could have been different had Steve Smith and David Warner been available for the home side in Melbourne.

Modi govt has failed to revive Air India

Modi govt has failed to revive Air India

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

There were many who had reposed faith in the Narendra Modi government for expeditious action but are today beginning to feel disillusioned, notes Jitender Bhargava.

Australia's Marsh out of IPL with side strain

Australia's Marsh out of IPL with side strain

Rediff.com1 May 2016

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh will return home from the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a side strain and will be assessed ahead of Australia's tour of West Indies next month, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Sunday.

Bollywood's FAVOURITE winter getaways

Bollywood's FAVOURITE winter getaways

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Planning a holiday? Bollywood has a lovely variety to choose from!

Dhawan, Kohli fit for Boxing Day Test

Dhawan, Kohli fit for Boxing Day Test

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

India's opener Shikhar Dhawan and vice-captain Virat Kohli have recovered from their injuries sustained during the second Test against Australia and are fit to play the third match beginning in Melbourne on December 26.

India tour fiasco: West Indies Cricket Board, players blamed for pull-out

India tour fiasco: West Indies Cricket Board, players blamed for pull-out

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

The West Indies Cricket Board, players and its union have been blamed for the India series fiasco when the team dramatically pulled out midway into the tour over a payment dispute.

Bollywood's 36 jhoola moments

Bollywood's 36 jhoola moments

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at the jhoola, and how it's an unforgettable part of many a Bollywood imagery in celebration, romance, frolic and, sometimes, even menace.

Watch And Once Again for the players

Watch And Once Again for the players

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

If romantic melodramas are your cup of tea, this film is perfect for you.

Four international captains reported fixing approaches last season: ICC

Four international captains reported fixing approaches last season: ICC

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

With T20 leagues mushrooming around the world, ICC conceded that the challenge to root out corruption from the game is bigger than ever.

3rd Test: India looking to get back to winning ways vs Windies

3rd Test: India looking to get back to winning ways vs Windies

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Stung by a remarkable fightback from West Indies on the final day of the rain-hit second Test, India will have to look at their bowling combinations and get back to winning ways when the third cricket Test begins in St. Lucia, on Tuesday.

India-SA ODIs as scheduled; named 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'

India-SA ODIs as scheduled; named 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

Cricket South Africa did its bit to honour Nelson Mandela on Friday, naming the ongoing ODI series against India as 'dedication to late Nelson Mandela'.

2015 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in opener

2015 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in opener

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 will be staged in Australia and New Zealand from February 14 to March 29, and India will begin its title defence against traditional rivals Pakistan in Adelaide on February 15, the International Cricket Council announced on Tuesday.

Get to know Kingfisher model Gia Johnson

Get to know Kingfisher model Gia Johnson

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

Here's everything you need to know about the Indo-Brit model who's been making waves on the Indian fashion circuit.

With series win at stake, should Kohli opt to bat first at toss?

With series win at stake, should Kohli opt to bat first at toss?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

The visitors have a 2-0 lead in the series and can wrap up the contest with another win here before leaving for the last leg of the tour in Colombo.

NZ vs SL series to launch ICC Test Championship

NZ vs SL series to launch ICC Test Championship

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The inaugural edition will see top nine Test teams -- Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies -- fight for the top honours in 72 Test matches across 27 series over the next two years

PHOTOS: UK falls silent in honour of COVID-19 warriors

PHOTOS: UK falls silent in honour of COVID-19 warriors

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson led the tributes with UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak at 10 Downing Street for the National Health Service (NHS) and other key workers across care homes and public transport at 11 am local time. So far 82 NHS staff are known to have died after testing positive for the coronavirus, including many with their roots in India.

Netflix to drop 25% traffic to ease telecom load

Netflix to drop 25% traffic to ease telecom load

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Companies like Amazon Prime Video are also temporarily lowering bit rates -- a measure of how much data is being transferred -- to ease pressure on telecom network infrastructure.

PLA accelerates fortification of Indian border: Report

PLA accelerates fortification of Indian border: Report

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

In fact, given the current tensions and massed troops on both sides, there is a danger that the LAC will become more like the Line of Control with Pakistan, a heavily fortified and strongly defended border where weapon fire exchanges regularly occur. Indeed, Stratfor Worldview research has listed a sharp increase in new Chinese facilities along the LAC in 2019-20.