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Check out the Malayalam releases this week

Check out the Malayalam releases this week

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Dileep's Naododi Mannan and Ajmal Amir's Bangles will release this weekend.

Superb Rooney does justice to new United deal

Superb Rooney does justice to new United deal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

Wayne Rooney proved he was worth his weight in gold to Manchester United with a man of the match performance in a 2-0 win at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday.

A roundup of all the TAMASHA in Bollywood

A roundup of all the TAMASHA in Bollywood

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Movie releases or not, Bollywood is always abuzz with a lot of action. In this tongue-in-cheek roundup, we bring you everything that went down in tinsel town this past week.

Sachin's 200th Test: Cancer foundation to help 200 children

Sachin's 200th Test: Cancer foundation to help 200 children

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

In a free-wheeling chat with Harish Kotian, Dr Jagannath talks about how Tendulkar has always been at the forefront when it comes to raising funds to help the needy.

How much blackmoney is stashed abroad? Govt has no clear idea

How much blackmoney is stashed abroad? Govt has no clear idea

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

The study was constituted in March 2011 when the nation was debating on the amount of black money stashed within as well as outside the country with figures being projected by politicians and civil society to lakh of crores.

Aus filmmaker prevented from entering Kudankulam

Aus filmmaker prevented from entering Kudankulam

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

Three persons from Australia were on Thursday prevented from entering Idinthakarai, the epicentre of protests by People's Movement Against Nuclear Energy leading the stir against Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tirunelveli district, the police said.

Karuna on CBI raid: May not be political vendetta

Karuna on CBI raid: May not be political vendetta

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

Amid uproar over the Central Bureau of Investigation's raids against his son M K Stalin, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi on Thursday gave a guarded reaction on whether the action was a case of political vendetta. The DMK patriarch said it could be possible that the raids happened without the knowledge of the United Progressive Alliance government.

Sharif wants to play 'friendly match' with Imran

Sharif wants to play 'friendly match' with Imran

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz chief Nawaz Sharif, set to become Pakistan's next Prime Minister, on Tuesday reached out to his rival Imran Khan and suggested that the two of them should play a "friendly match".

Uddhav wants Racecourse garden be named after Bal Thackeray

Uddhav wants Racecourse garden be named after Bal Thackeray

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Close on the heels of Mumbai Mayor Sunil Prabhu's proposal for converting Mahalaxmi Racecourse into a public garden, his boss and Shiv Sena president Uddhav Thackeray on Monday said his party would endorse any proposal seeking to name such garden after late Bal Thackeray.

We can still take a few positives from loss to RR: Finch

We can still take a few positives from loss to RR: Finch

Rediff.com6 May 2013

Despite suffering their seventh straight defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League, Pune Warriors opener Aaron Finch seemed quite content and said they can "still take a few positives" from the five-wicket loss to Rajasthan Royals.

One of India's most politically unstable states goes to the polls

One of India's most politically unstable states goes to the polls

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Meghalaya is a land of political contradictions. One of the most peaceful states in the North-East, only one chief minister has had a full term in office in Meghalaya's 41-year history. Meghalaya is a woman-dominated traditional society, but the outgoing assembly had only one lady MLA!Rediff.com's Archana Masih reports from Shillong on the election in arguably India's most politically unstable state.

We are confident of making it to semis: Srikkanth

We are confident of making it to semis: Srikkanth

Rediff.com3 May 2013

Good all-round performance aside, Sunrisers Hyderabad mentor Krishnamachari Srikkanth said the "energy" generated by the prayers of the team's fans in Andhra Pradesh will guide it to the IPL semi-finals.

Chelsea without injured Terry for Wigan clash

Chelsea without injured Terry for Wigan clash

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Chelsea will be without captain John Terry for Saturday's Premier League match at home to relegation-threatened Wigan Athletic as the centre back has an inflamed knee, manager Rafael Benitez said.

Sheikh Salman wins AFC presidential election

Sheikh Salman wins AFC presidential election

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Sheikh Salman Bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa will run Asian football for the next two years after the Bahraini won a three-way election for the presidency of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Thursday.

Young man's body found. Could it be Sunil Tripathi?

Young man's body found. Could it be Sunil Tripathi?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

A body discovered in a river in Providence, Rhode Island, may be that of Sunil Tripathi, the 22-year-old Indian-American student who went missing on March 16.

IAF chopper crew leaves injured cop behind during naxal op

IAF chopper crew leaves injured cop behind during naxal op

Rediff.com19 Jan 2013

The M-17 helicopter was forced to land in south Bastar after it evaded Naxal gunfire but developed hydraulic problems. The IAF crew left behind the operator and the damaged helicopter, raising a question mark on the decision of pilot and co-pilot.

Blast in Pakistan's tribal belt kills 14 soldiers

Blast in Pakistan's tribal belt kills 14 soldiers

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

At least 14 Pakistani soldiers were killed and more than 20 others injured on Sunday when a security forces convoy was targeted by a roadside bomb in the country's lawless North Waziristan tribal region.

I want to deal with Modi on facts: Kapil Sibal

I want to deal with Modi on facts: Kapil Sibal

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Aditi Phadnis in a free-wheeling chat with Telecom and Law Minister Kapil Sibal

Lalu pitches for death penalty provision in anti-rape laws

Lalu pitches for death penalty provision in anti-rape laws

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad on Thursday met the family of Delhi gang-rape victim at their native village where he made a strong pitch for strict anti-rape laws with provision for capital punishment.

'Racist' lingerie comes under fire and more fashion news!

'Racist' lingerie comes under fire and more fashion news!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Welcome to the weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!

Mahindra plans to launch 4-5 variants of electric cars

Mahindra plans to launch 4-5 variants of electric cars

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

Company has already put in place around 100 charging points across Delhi and Bangalore.

Tendulkar heads for Mussoorie post ODI retirement

Tendulkar heads for Mussoorie post ODI retirement

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

After announcing retirement from One-day cricket, Sachin Tendulkar headed straight for hill station Mussoorie in Uttarakhand, where he is likely to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.

Australia will miss Mohali masters Watson, Johnson this time

Australia will miss Mohali masters Watson, Johnson this time

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

With pride hurt and the series on the line, Australia are desperate to snatch a victory in the third Test against India, which commences at Mohali on Thursday. But they will miss the services of Shane Watson and Mitchell Johnson who were stars of the 2010 Mohali Test.

3 TDP MPs abstain from FDI vote, leaders shocked

3 TDP MPs abstain from FDI vote, leaders shocked

Rediff.com8 Dec 2012

The Telugu Desam Party is reportedly shocked after three of its Members of Parliament -- T Devender Goud, Y Satyanarayana Choudary and Gundu Sudha Rani -- abstained from voting on the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's motion against Foreign Direct Investment in Rajya Sabha on Friday evening. TDP has five MPs in the Rajya Sabha of whom two -- Nandamuri Harikrishna and C M Ramesh -- voted against the government on Friday.

'I was in disbelief that Clarke got out for under 100'

'I was in disbelief that Clarke got out for under 100'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Had it not been for Moises Henriques Team India would be celebrating on Tuesday.

Di Resta earns six points for Force India

Di Resta earns six points for Force India

Rediff.com12 May 2013

Paul di Resta added six more points to Sahara Force India's kitty with a seventh-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix of the Formula One Championship, while teammate Adrian Sutil finished 13th in Barcelona on Sunday.

Dreamliner issue: AI to be compensated by Boeing

Dreamliner issue: AI to be compensated by Boeing

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

All the 50 Dreamliners delivered by Boeing to airlines across the world, including six of Air India, have been grounded following two incidents of fire and smoke in the lithium ion batteries.

Grenke chess: Anand beats Naiditsch; jumps to 2nd spot

Grenke chess: Anand beats Naiditsch; jumps to 2nd spot

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

World Champion Viswanathan Anand came up with a sterling effort to beat German Grandmaster Arkadij Naiditsch in the fifth round of Grenke chess Classic in Baden-Baden, Germany.

Benteke treble leads Villa rout of Sunderland

Benteke treble leads Villa rout of Sunderland

Rediff.com30 Apr 2013

Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke scored a hat-trick to lead his side to a crushing 6-1 win over Sunderland on Monday that gave them a massive lift in their battle for Premier League survival.

Pak violates ceasefire again, India doesn't retaliate

Pak violates ceasefire again, India doesn't retaliate

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

Pakistani troops on Tuesday violated the ceasefire again as they targetted Indian posts along the Line of Control in Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir.

Rupesh crowned Asian Billiards champion

Rupesh crowned Asian Billiards champion

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Reigning world champion Rupesh Shah added another feather in his cap by clinching the 12th Asian Billiards championship with win over compatriot Alok Kumar in the fiercely fought final, in Indore on Sunday.

Navy's Vice Admiral moves military court again

Navy's Vice Admiral moves military court again

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

In his fresh petition, Verma said he had filed a statutory complaint with the defence ministry, challenging appointment of Vice Admiral Singh as the next navy chief, and asked it to respond within 10 days.

Rasool inches closer to India cap

Rasool inches closer to India cap

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

Jammu and Kashmir all-rounder Parvez Rasool, 23, was chosen to play for India 'A' side against England in a warm up match in New Delhi on January 6, becoming the first player from the state to make it to the national side.

Ratan Tata to retire tomorrow, Cyrus Mistry to succeed him

Ratan Tata to retire tomorrow, Cyrus Mistry to succeed him

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

Marking a generational change, Tata, who turns 75 tomorrow, will hand over the reins of the group to 44-year-old Cyrus Mistry, who was chosen his successor last year and formally appointed Chairman earlier this month.

Sexual assault victims, kin slam police for inaction

Sexual assault victims, kin slam police for inaction

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

The police on Friday faced flak fromvictims of sexual assault and their kin for their alleged inaction in such cases.

Jacintha Saldanha laid to rest

Jacintha Saldanha laid to rest

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

The body of Jacintha Saldanha was laid to rest at the Our Lady of Health Church at Shirva, Udupi on Monday. The funeral took place amidst a large congegration of mourners.

My goal is a podium finish for India in Rio: Nobbs

My goal is a podium finish for India in Rio: Nobbs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

With a young Indian team managing an impressive fourth-place finish in the Champions Trophy, hockey coach Michael Nobbs has dropped hints that seniors like Sandeep Singh could be on their way out as he is looking to build a side for the 2016 Olympics.

Kasab will 'inspire' others to follow his path: LeT

Kasab will 'inspire' others to follow his path: LeT

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

"He was a hero and will inspire other fighters to follow his path," Reuters quoted a commander of the LeT, which is accused of masterminding the attack, as saying.

Anshul, Yashpal tons put Services in control

Anshul, Yashpal tons put Services in control

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

Anshul Gupta and Yashpal Singh scored unbeaten centuries to guide Services to 277 for three against Tripura at stumps on the opening day of their third round Ranji Trophy Group C match.

Markets end marginally lower

Markets end marginally lower

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

Auto scrips buck trend.