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PBL final PHOTOS: It's Akshay-Sindhu v Abhishek-Jwala

PBL final PHOTOS: It's Akshay-Sindhu v Abhishek-Jwala

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

When Bollywood star Akshay Kumar joined hands with Premier Badminton League (PBL), only entertainment was expected.

Chess Olympiad: Indian women win; men held by Argentina

Chess Olympiad: Indian women win; men held by Argentina

Rediff.com5 Sep 2012

International Master Tania Sachdev registered her sixth victory in seven games as the Indian women's team cruised to a 3-1 victory over lower-ranked Estonia to take the joint-fourth spot after the seventh round in the 40th Chess Olympiad in Istanbul.

Akhilesh wins the BIG jackpot that eluded Mayawati

Akhilesh wins the BIG jackpot that eluded Mayawati

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The presidential election has really come as a boon to the four-month-old Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh, which received a largesse of nearly Rs 80,000 crore from the Centre on Wednesday.

Online insurance: Important dos to buy the RIGHT policy

Online insurance: Important dos to buy the RIGHT policy

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Carefully observe these important steps before you hit 'buy' to buy an online term insurance policy.

Kohli scripts history, first Indian captain to score overseas double ton

Kohli scripts history, first Indian captain to score overseas double ton

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Virat Kohli made history with his first double century to become the first captain from India to compile a Test double century overseas when he pulled a single to deep mid-wicket just before the lunch break, on Day 2 of the 1st Test, in North Sound in Antigua.

Satyajit Ray's Goopy-Bagha film remade in Hindi

Satyajit Ray's Goopy-Bagha film remade in Hindi

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

Children's Film Society of India intends to take the adventures of Goopi Gawaiiya Bagha Bajaiiwa to today's tech-savvy generation, with an animated version in Hindi.

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Muksit Ahamed, an M.Tech Student of IIT Delhi, has created a textile that can completely change its colour to match the background.

Now, a device which can generate power from waste water!

Now, a device which can generate power from waste water!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

A team at Pennsylvania State University in the US says the technology would simultaneously treat the water and the process could be used to provide clean water and power for homes in developing nations, the 'Science' journal reported.

Australia coach Langer targets Kohli and Tendulkar

Australia coach Langer targets Kohli and Tendulkar

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

Australian coach Justin Langer says if his players were to celebrate wickets like Indian captain Virat Kohli does, they would now be seen as 'the worst blokes in the world'.

Champions Trophy: Belgium hold Australia in thrilling draw

Champions Trophy: Belgium hold Australia in thrilling draw

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

Australia and Belgium got day two of the Champions Trophy hockey off to a roaring start with a stunning 4-4 draw.

PBL: Olympic champ Marin beats Sindhu as Hyderabad pip Chennai

PBL: Olympic champ Marin beats Sindhu as Hyderabad pip Chennai

Rediff.com1 Jan 2017

Olympic champion Carolina Marin kicked-off the second edition of Premier Badminton League, on Sunday, in style winning a closely contested encounter against PV Sindhu guiding Hyderabad Hunters to 4-3 win over Chennai Smashers.

India must reject once in 5 years polls

India must reject once in 5 years polls

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

'Elections, my friends, are a boon for the Indian people.' 'That is the only time our high and mighty leaders are accessible to the masses.' 'So don't ruin that by agreeing to once-in-5-years elections,' argues A Ganesh Nadar.

Queen's Park Oval outfield rated poor by the match referee

Queen's Park Oval outfield rated poor by the match referee

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The outfield of the Queen's Park Oval, the venue for the fourth Test between India and the West Indies, has been rated "poor" by the Match Referee as only 22 overs could be bowled on the opening day while unplayable conditions prevented play on four consecutive days. The match ended in a draw, denying India chance to defend their top rank in the Test table.

PIX: Bollywood's HOTTEST New Finds

PIX: Bollywood's HOTTEST New Finds

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

Looking at the new crop of heroines, ready to take on the big screen.

FDI in retail: Whom are you kidding, Mr PM?

FDI in retail: Whom are you kidding, Mr PM?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

In India, it is markets that sustain the farmers and not subsidies. We are therefore importing a failed model from America.

Will pollution-mired Delhi be struck off as international venue?

Will pollution-mired Delhi be struck off as international venue?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Monday said scheduling of matches in pollution-mired Delhi will be 'considered' in future after Sri Lanka's cricket team complained of poor air quality during the ongoing third Test against India in New Delhi.

Play safe with commercial property

Play safe with commercial property

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

High returns are a lure for investment in office space, but both loan-to-value and tenures are lower.

Now, a paint that smooths car scratches

Now, a paint that smooths car scratches

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

Handbags, furniture, windows, wooden floors, punctured tyres and even spectacles could all be made as good as new, sparing customers the time money and frustration involved in fixing cuts, scrapes and scuffs.

IIM and Corporate Social Irresponsibility

IIM and Corporate Social Irresponsibility

Rediff.com5 Jul 2011

Here is why the course at IIM-A, investigating Corporate Social Irresponsibility, is both necessary and well-timed.

Trai's 100 SMS curb blow to hearing impaired

Trai's 100 SMS curb blow to hearing impaired

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

SMS has been a great boon to the hearing impaired and the Trai's latest decision to limit it the service to 100 pages per day has not gone down well with them.

All about bariatric surgery to reduce obesity

All about bariatric surgery to reduce obesity

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

Bariatric surgery may seem like a boon to a lot of overweight people but there are some things you must keep in mind before going under the knife.

India bow out of Thomas Cup badminton

India bow out of Thomas Cup badminton

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

India bowed out of the Thomas Cup badminton championships after suffering a 0-3 thrashing by Malaysia in the quarterfinals in Macau.

Sangakkara fined for breaching ICC code of conduct

Sangakkara fined for breaching ICC code of conduct

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara has been fined 15 percent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the sixth One-Day International against England in Pallekele on Saturday.

Before Ashes, players in 'Battle of the Tashes'

Before Ashes, players in 'Battle of the Tashes'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2010

Not since the days when Merv Hughes marauded on the test stage and David Boon hunkered down at the crease will so much facial hair be on display as at the upcoming Ashes series between England and Australia.

Cost of Obama's Delhi trip: Rs 15 lakh per hour

Cost of Obama's Delhi trip: Rs 15 lakh per hour

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

United States President Barack Obama's two-day stay in Delhi will be a boon for New Delhi's luxury hotels, depending on who bears his contingent's bills.

A metal penis for men with erectile dysfunction

A metal penis for men with erectile dysfunction

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Scientists have created a heat operated device that can be turned on by a remote.

Booo Sabki Phategi Review: Sex, slapstick, stupidity

Booo Sabki Phategi Review: Sex, slapstick, stupidity

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

If there's even the slightest chance of a laugh, its dummy cast ensures the joke doesn't land, feels Sukanya Verma.

How to create an emergency fund that will save you

How to create an emergency fund that will save you

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

This rainy season, don't just prepare for storms but also make your finances rain-proof, says Amar Pandit.

SC ruling may work to Satyam Raju's advantage

SC ruling may work to Satyam Raju's advantage

Rediff.com5 May 2010

A Supreme Court ruling that termed narco and polygraph tests on accused persons "illegal and a violation of fundamental rights" if conducted without their consent could turn out to be a boon for B Ramalinga Raju.

How a school dropout empowers rural women

How a school dropout empowers rural women

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

His innovation to churn out low-cost sanitary napkins is a double boon to poor women of rural India - they are hygienic and help them earn their living.

Rohit Sharma ready to grab opening slot in Tests

Rohit Sharma ready to grab opening slot in Tests

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

With the trio of KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan and Murali Vijay struggling, Rohit was posed a question if he would like to open the innings in Test matches too.

Used right, credit cards make good friends

Used right, credit cards make good friends

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

Debt trap, credit quicksand, money tangle... credit cards have often been called a number of names by the savvier-than-thou. But used right, they can actually prove to be boons. Here are some benefits of owning the plastic...

India innovates: 'Deep Bahan' for rickshaw pullers

India innovates: 'Deep Bahan' for rickshaw pullers

Rediff.com20 Oct 2010

Rickshaw-puller Haripada Das is a happy man these days driving his own specially-designed rickshaw which is lighter and spacious and also covers his head enabling him to drive under scorching sun or in rain.

Need money? Take a loan against property

Need money? Take a loan against property

Rediff.com15 Feb 2010

In the past one year, banks have actively beefed up their loan against property portfolio. Post October 2008 credit crunch, bankers looked for products that were secured and Loan against property (Lap) was an obvious choice.

5 fine new sedans set to hit Indian roads

5 fine new sedans set to hit Indian roads

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Many new car launches, offers and discounts await consumers this season. Among the various cars scheduled to be launched here is a list of five sedans that have been quite eagerly awaited.

I would have tampered if told to, says Australia coach Langer

I would have tampered if told to, says Australia coach Langer

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Justin Langer understands how Cameron Bancroft became embroiled in the ball-tampering scandal and said he would have cheated too if instructed to by senior players when he first played Test cricket.

Why we must save our tigers

Why we must save our tigers

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Amith Bhavikatti shares his story.

What banks look at before giving you a credit card

What banks look at before giving you a credit card

Rediff.com4 May 2010

There are several conditions that banks look at before giving out credit cards. Here's what you must know before applying for a credit card.

Redefined in Budget 2020: Who's an Indian resident

Redefined in Budget 2020: Who's an Indian resident

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

No attention to detail seems to have been paid while introducing such a major provision and the wide arc of people it will take in its ambit, states Harsh Roongta.

Mascarenhas to replace Malinga for Tasmania

Mascarenhas to replace Malinga for Tasmania

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

Tasmania has signed England all rounder Dimitri Mascarenhas as a replacement for Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga as the team's international signing for this summer's Twenty20 Big Bash competition.