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Will Steyn get chance to break Test record?

Will Steyn get chance to break Test record?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

Dale Steyn has been close to the milestone for more than a year now but, at the age of 34, time is running out for the speed merchant to become South Africa's most prolific wicket taker.

'The enemy started firing at us'

'The enemy started firing at us'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Twenty one years ago, the Indian Army and Indian Air Force fought a bloody and bitter war to evict Pakistani intruders from the icy heights in Kargil. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes the lesser known heroes of the Kargil War.

Nehru Memorial hopes to acquire Gandhi letter

Nehru Memorial hopes to acquire Gandhi letter

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

With the sale of a rare manuscript of Mahatma Gandhi written 19 days before his assassination being aborted, the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library hopes to get the priceless document for posterity.

Goa Governor escapes bid on life in Nagaland

Goa Governor escapes bid on life in Nagaland

Rediff.com24 Nov 2007

While Jamir, also the former chief minister of Nagaland, escaped unhurt, a security personal accompanying him received injuries as the attackers fired mortars from a distance while the Governor was returning from Mokokchung to Dimapur, the sources said.

Fans betting on sentimental favourite Serena to win US Open

Fans betting on sentimental favourite Serena to win US Open

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

A six-time champion at Flushing Meadows, Williams was once money in the bank when it came to the US Open

IM's plan A was to plant bombs in Modi's hotel in Patna

IM's plan A was to plant bombs in Modi's hotel in Patna

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The Indian Mujahideen wanted to kill Narendra Modi before he reached the venue of his Patna rally but aborted the plan because of the thick security cover, Vicky Nanjappa reports

Will not nurse a traitor's child: ISI agent's wife

Will not nurse a traitor's child: ISI agent's wife

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Asma Khatoon is devastated that her husband is a Pakistani spy.

Fed Cup: Sharapova rescues Russia

Fed Cup: Sharapova rescues Russia

Rediff.com3 Feb 2008

Maria Sharapova came to Russia's rescue on her Fed Cup debut to pull the holders level at 1-1 in their world group first-round tie against Israel.

Blast did not target Musharraf: Pak authorities

Blast did not target Musharraf: Pak authorities

Rediff.com5 Oct 2006

An official statement said the blast caused no casualties or damage to property.

North Korea cancels UN chief Ban Ki-moon's visit

North Korea cancels UN chief Ban Ki-moon's visit

Rediff.com20 May 2015

North Korea has abruptly cancelled United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's visit a day before he was due to arrive.

Hamilton pips Vettel to Chinese GP pole

Hamilton pips Vettel to Chinese GP pole

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton will start the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix from pole position after setting the fastest time in qualifying on Saturday.

Garnett & Helfrich puts India plans on hold

Garnett & Helfrich puts India plans on hold

Rediff.com19 Apr 2007

Garnett & Helfrich, a US-based specialist venture buyout firm, has reversed its decision to set up a dedicated office in India.

Aus: Indian-origin doctor barred from practising

Aus: Indian-origin doctor barred from practising

Rediff.com6 Oct 2006

A doctor of Indian-origin has been barred from practising for 10 years after she was found guilty of professional misconduct by an Australian medical tribunal.

Anil eyes a pie of Bangalore airport

Anil eyes a pie of Bangalore airport

Rediff.com20 Mar 2006

Saab eyes make in India route for short-range missiles

Saab eyes make in India route for short-range missiles

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

India is looking for a VSHORAD system to replace its ageing system from Russia and would be sourcing more than 5000 missiles and 1200 launchers.

'Terrorism is older than Islam'

'Terrorism is older than Islam'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2006

'Terrorism itself is as old as the human species; it goes back at least as far as the biblical story of Cain and Abel. Terrorism is much older than Islam, or Christianity.'

Injured Venus out of Australian Open

Injured Venus out of Australian Open

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

An Australian Open official said Williams had withdrawn from the first Grand Slam of 2007 because of a left wrist injury.

Challenges await the Supreme Court

Challenges await the Supreme Court

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

'After each election the losers troop to the court with various objections. The general election will not be different.' 'It could be worse if there is no clear majority and the President has to invite the party with the largest number to form the government,' points out M J Antony.

J&K: Youth protest killing of 2 militants

J&K: Youth protest killing of 2 militants

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

The stone-pelting by the agitated youths occurred several times during the day but each time their attempt to block the movement of traffic was thwarted by the police.

Fund crunch hits ambitious plans of space start-ups

Fund crunch hits ambitious plans of space start-ups

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

While Team Indus had backing from Nandan Nilekani, Ratan Tata and Flipkart founders Sachin and Binny Bansal, it could not even muster half of the Rs 4.5 billion it required for the mission to the moon.

Providence buys 15% in Idea for Rs 1,800 cr

Providence buys 15% in Idea for Rs 1,800 cr

Rediff.com28 Oct 2006

Providence Equity Partners of the US, which had made an abortive attempt to enter India through the acquisition of C Sivasankaran's stake in Aircel last year, has picked up a 15 per cent stake in the Aditya Birla Group-controlled Idea Cellular.

Bihar: Maoists blow up bridge, attack police

Bihar: Maoists blow up bridge, attack police

Rediff.com1 Apr 2007

The Maoists stormed the Central Bank of India branch at Riga and injured its manager and a Home guard while attempting to loot cash from the chest, which they failed to break open, police sources said.

'India will have to recognize LTTE'

'India will have to recognize LTTE'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2006

'General Musharraf came to power after an Army coup. After sometime India recognized him. Like that, in future India will have to recognize us.'

2 held as mystery around floating objects at Mumbai airport solved

2 held as mystery around floating objects at Mumbai airport solved

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The objects were promotional balloons filled with gas, launched by the event management company to advertise its client.

Remains of infants found behind MP hospital

Remains of infants found behind MP hospital

Rediff.com17 Feb 2007

The area was sealed off and samples were sent to the state forensic laboratory for tests.

Why the PM-Musharraf Summit is crucial

Why the PM-Musharraf Summit is crucial

Rediff.com8 Sep 2006

To a question about the resumption of stalled Foreign Secretary-level talks between the two countries, Saran said "yes, if the results of the summit meeting are satisfactory."

Essel, REL submit airport bids

Essel, REL submit airport bids

Rediff.com14 Sep 2005

The Indian majors had a last minute meeting with civil aviation ministry officials before filing their bids.

Australia: Convicted Indian doctor drops practice

Australia: Convicted Indian doctor drops practice

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

Sood, who could get a 10-year jail term, is due to face a hearing before the state medical tribunal next month. Last week, the New South Wales Supreme Court held Sood guilty of illegally carrying out an abortion.

Amtek Auto renews UK bid

Amtek Auto renews UK bid

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Amtek Auto is renewing its bid to acquire JL French Automotive Casting's Whitham plant in Essex in the UK, six months after its first abortive attempt.

When and how to ask for a raise

When and how to ask for a raise

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

Asking for a raise might be easier when your boss is in a good mood. But what if she knows you know she is?

Four militants killed in J&K

Four militants killed in J&K

Rediff.com24 Dec 2005

Security forces killed four militants, including two in a 50-hour gunbattle in Sopore town of Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said Saturday.

Tata, SIA incubated venture in April last year

Tata, SIA incubated venture in April last year

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

Singapore Airlines first approached the Tatas, its old choice for a venture in India, and was aware of AirAsia negotiations.

HC notice to wife in 'fatherhood' petition

HC notice to wife in 'fatherhood' petition

Rediff.com6 May 2005

The petitioner Rajiv Nandi has challenged certain provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, which empowers a woman to get her pregnancy terminated if she is not medically fit to deliver a baby.

EDS may buy RelQ Software

EDS may buy RelQ Software

Rediff.com7 Sep 2006

South Africa defend tour decision

South Africa defend tour decision

Rediff.com19 Aug 2006

They said the decision to abort their tour of Sri Lanka is fully justified after a bomb blast close to the hotel they were staying in.

Proteas slammed for pulling out

Proteas slammed for pulling out

Rediff.com17 Aug 2006

The Star from Johannesburg said the decision to abort the Sri Lanka tour was 'a wrong move by CSA'.