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Corporate espionage net widens, crucial papers leaked

Corporate espionage net widens, crucial papers leaked

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

Execs of RIL, Essar, Cairn India, Jubilant Energy, ADAG detained.

Opposition uproar on Rahul 'snooping' rocks Parliament

Opposition uproar on Rahul 'snooping' rocks Parliament

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Opposition parties in Parliament on Monday vociferously protested the "snooping" on Rahul Gandhi, with the government dismissing their contention saying they were making a "mountain out of what is not even a molehill", leading the Congress to walk out of Rajya Sabha.

National Games: Jitu shoots golden double, more records in pool

National Games: Jitu shoots golden double, more records in pool

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Jitu Rai struck gold twice with his pistol while Kerala's swimming sensation Sajan Prakash continued to shatter records and accumulate gold medals, adding a fifth to his tally, on the fifth day of competitions in the 35th National Games in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday.

Ranji round-up: Saha's unbeaten ton lifts Bengal from trouble

Ranji round-up: Saha's unbeaten ton lifts Bengal from trouble

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

A round-up of the opening day's actions of the Ranji Trophy matches being played in different parts of the country.

Brijmohan Lall Munjal: A hero forever

Brijmohan Lall Munjal: A hero forever

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Brijmohan Lall Munjal was a perfectionist, who empathised with people who worked for him.

Ranji: Seven-star Harbhajan powers Punjab into quarters

Ranji: Seven-star Harbhajan powers Punjab into quarters

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

A summary of Wednesday's play in the Ranji Trophy matches at various venues across the country.

BJP using Arunachal governor to oust Congress government: Sonia

BJP using Arunachal governor to oust Congress government: Sonia

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

The party alleged that the governor's actions have created a 'constitutional crisis' and constitutional tenets of propriety are being 'wantonly disregarded'.

Ranji round-up: Jiwanjot, Mandeep lead Punjab's comeback vs Delhi

Ranji round-up: Jiwanjot, Mandeep lead Punjab's comeback vs Delhi

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

Jiwanjot Singh's brilliant century and captain Mandeep Singh's fluent half-century helped Punjab stage a great comeback to gain the upperhand against Delhi, on the third day of the Ranji Trophy Group A match in New Delhi, on Tuesday.

'Machine is different from Baazigar'

'Machine is different from Baazigar'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

'We believe in the people of our country. No matter how modern they become, they will not forget their culture and emotions. If you write about the emotions and culture, people will like it and relate to it.' Abbas-Mustan return with Machine.

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Mohammad Sajjad salutes the memory of Mushirul Hasan -- historian, thinker, academic, institution builder, -- who passed into the ages this week.

Modi says ready for probe on poll expenses

Modi says ready for probe on poll expenses

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

Narendra Modi has expressed readiness for a probe by any government agency to be completed within 30 days into charges by Congress leaders that he had spent Rs 10,000 crore on poll publicity and offered to write to the Election Commission himself in this regard.

'I want to pursue masters in research'

'I want to pursue masters in research'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

In an online chat with readers overseas consultant NNS Chandra offered advice.

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

'Save Democracy' rally: Sonia, Rahul released after courting arrest

Rediff.com6 May 2016

A combative Congress president also hit out at the Centre saying it should not try to frighten them and that they 'would not allow democratic institutions to be weakened or destroyed'

'Chanting Ambedkar's name makes Dalit leaders cross over to BJP'

'Chanting Ambedkar's name makes Dalit leaders cross over to BJP'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Why Dalit leaders cross over to the BJP

Ranji round-up: Mumbai edge TN in just over two days

Ranji round-up: Mumbai edge TN in just over two days

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

A round-up of Ranji matches played across India on Saturday

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka thrash Mumbai to enter knockout stage

Ranji Trophy: Karnataka thrash Mumbai to enter knockout stage

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

Round Up of the Ranji Trophy matches being played in different parts of the country

Note ban debate stalled again as PM leaves House after lunch

Note ban debate stalled again as PM leaves House after lunch

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Modi attended the House during Question Hour as Thursday is the day of questions listed against the PM's name.

Mint Road's loss is Chicago's gain

Mint Road's loss is Chicago's gain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

This is the first time in the RBI's history that a governor is leaving without willing to renew his contract

BJP's Harsh Vardhan has FIR against him for 'insulting woman's modesty'

BJP's Harsh Vardhan has FIR against him for 'insulting woman's modesty'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

As per the election affidavit of Dr Harsh Vardhan of the Bharatiya Janata Party, which is listed on the Election Commission of India website, a first information report (number 519/2013, in Madhu Vihar police station) has been filed against him under Sections 34, 323, 509 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code.

'There is a lot of pressure directing a big star'

'There is a lot of pressure directing a big star'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

'In today's time, everyone is distressed and we don't know with what mood a person will come to watch a movie.' 'So it is better to say whatever you want with humour.'

EXCLUSIVE! The Teesta Setalvad Interview 'The DNA of this country will re-emerge!'

EXCLUSIVE! The Teesta Setalvad Interview 'The DNA of this country will re-emerge!'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

'Little about this regime, given its vindictive credo, is a complete surprise. But we were still taken aback by the CBI raid as it was a complete abuse of due process.' 'These are not legal inquiries, but abusive use of State power. They are not legitimate investigations, but a witch-hunt.' 'Ours is a typical, classic case of the State and its organs being used as an outlet for motivated vendetta of the vilest kind.'

'Chemistry is not something that Deepika and I bring to the table'

'Chemistry is not something that Deepika and I bring to the table'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

His recent films not doing well may have dented his confidence, but Ranbir Kapoor does not let the hurt show. Instead, he opens himself to a barrage of questions, both easy and difficult.

Ranji round-up: Mumbai eye victory vs Punjab, Delhi struggle

Ranji round-up: Mumbai eye victory vs Punjab, Delhi struggle

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Chasing a tough victory target of 399, Punjab were tottering at 108 for four at stumps on the third day with Test discard Yuvraj Singh unbeaten on 19 in company of Uday Kaul, who is yet to open his account.

2 years of Raghuram Rajan: Many hits but some misses, too

2 years of Raghuram Rajan: Many hits but some misses, too

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

We need a change in mindset, says the RBI Governor.

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

WEF Davos to host 40 govt heads; India to have strong presence

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Those scheduled to attend the five-day WEF Annual meeting, beginning January 21, include more than 40 heads of state or government, including those from the UK, Australia, Japan, Iran, Israel, Pakistan, Brazil, Italy, Mauritius, Republic of Korea and Switzerland, WEF announced on Wednesday at a press conference in Geneva.

Vyapam scam: Chouhan gives in to pressure, seeks CBI probe

Vyapam scam: Chouhan gives in to pressure, seeks CBI probe

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Bowing to public outcry, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said he will request the high court to order a CBI probe into the Vyapam case, including the large number of deaths of people allegedly linked to the scam.

Ranji round-up: Karnataka's Uthappa, Nair slam unbeaten tons

Ranji round-up: Karnataka's Uthappa, Nair slam unbeaten tons

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Friday

Court battle lays bare inner intrigues of Bohras' priestly family

Court battle lays bare inner intrigues of Bohras' priestly family

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The uncle versus nephew fight for the spiritual leadership of the Dawoodi Bohras enters the court-room, spilling family secrets and exposing the divide in the community. Jyoti Punwani reports.

Ranji Trophy round-up: Kulkarni stars as Mumbai take 3 points from draw against Bengal

Ranji Trophy round-up: Kulkarni stars as Mumbai take 3 points from draw against Bengal

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

A round-up of the Ranji matches played on Friday

Why we LOVE Anil Kapoor!

Why we LOVE Anil Kapoor!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Happy birthday, Anil Kapoor!

Ranji round-up: KL Rahul makes fluent return; Bengal crawl to 190/3

Ranji round-up: KL Rahul makes fluent return; Bengal crawl to 190/3

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played across India on Sunday

The rise of the Modi Class

The rise of the Modi Class

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Travelling across tribal Dahod to an about-to-be-born township near Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt examines the 'Modi effect' and how it will play out in the polls in the prime ministerial candidate's home state.Travelling across tribal Dahod to an about-to-be-born-township near Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt examines the 'Modi effect' and how it will play out at the polls on the prime ministerial candidate's home state.

Rahul as PM in 2019? Why ever not!

Rahul as PM in 2019? Why ever not!

Rediff.com18 May 2015

What is the road ahead for Rahul Gandhi? Shehzad Poonawalla offers a blueprint.

Govt open to minor changes in Insurance Bill

Govt open to minor changes in Insurance Bill

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Congress insists on sending legislation to select committee, says will support it in winter session.

Ranji round-up: Karnataka crush Punjab, Odisha draw against Mumbai

Ranji round-up: Karnataka crush Punjab, Odisha draw against Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Natraj Behera scored his second century of the match as Odisha rallied to earn a draw after being forced to follow on against Mumbai, on the fourth and final day of their Group A Ranji Trophy match, in Mumbai.

Demonetisation: Opposition deposits ire in Rajya Sabha

Demonetisation: Opposition deposits ire in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

Launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Opposition parties on Wednesday alleged that selective leak of information on demonetisation of 500 and 1000 rupee notes to 'friends of BJP' and demanded making public the names of those who had bought gold and foreign exchange of over Rs 1 crore since April.

'Modi can learn much from Narasimha Rao'

'Modi can learn much from Narasimha Rao'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh interacts with readers on Rediff Chat as he discusses the period that changed India's history, forever.

90 minutes of promises to 'make India the India of your dreams'

90 minutes of promises to 'make India the India of your dreams'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Desis at Madison Square Garden welcomed Narendra Modi with the kind of gusto and reverence unprecedented for any Indian leader visiting the United States.

Ranji Trophy: Badrinath hits double ton; Sejwag, Gambhir fail

Ranji Trophy: Badrinath hits double ton; Sejwag, Gambhir fail

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

A summary of the Ranji Trophy matches being played in different parts of the country.

10 things that the Modi government is doing right

10 things that the Modi government is doing right

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

Despite criticism of a lack of transparency and communication from the Modi-led government, BJP leaders point to "good beginnings" on several fronts to defend its performance. Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com reports.