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Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'It would be reasonable to assume that Modi 3.0 would be more focused on projects and schemes which do not require any legislative change or which have the support of its coalition partners,' asserts A K Bhattacharya.

Pak ISIS supporter charged with NYC Jewish attack plot, held in Canada

Pak ISIS supporter charged with NYC Jewish attack plot, held in Canada

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

The 20-year-old arrested accused, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, allegedly planned a terrorist attack in New York City around October 7 "with the intent of slaughtering in the name of ISIS, as many Jewish people as possible," attorney general Merrick B Garland said, as per the statement.

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Elon Musk has announced that a massive DDoS attack hit his livestream with former United States President Donald Trump, forcing X owner to scale down the live audience.

How Much Money Does An IPL Game Make?

How Much Money Does An IPL Game Make?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

At $16.8 million per match, the IPL is only behind America's National Football League.

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

China delivered their best performance at a Summer Olympics since the 2008 Games on home soil

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

BCCI is planning aggressively to have an IPL in the United Arab Emirates provided the central government green-lights their request for a shift due to the rising cases of COVID-19.

Broadcasters slam Trai's latest tariff order

Broadcasters slam Trai's latest tariff order

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

In the second major change in a year, Trai had capped individual channel subscription at Rs 12 per month, down from the earlier Rs 19, and capped channel bundle discount to 33 per cent, among other moves.

Ronaldo announces farewell from Euro Championships

Ronaldo announces farewell from Euro Championships

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, has confirmed that the ongoing European Championship will be his last

Frustrated football fans poke fun at England

Frustrated football fans poke fun at England

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The third dull performance in as many games had frustrated supporters poking fun at coach Gareth Southgate and his team.

Aussie hockey star amputates finger for Olympics

Aussie hockey star amputates finger for Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'The best way of recovering from it was to just chop the end of the finger off.'

Australian journalist 'forced' to leave India for her reportage

Australian journalist 'forced' to leave India for her reportage

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Avani Dias, the South Asia Bureau Chief of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, said she had to leave India on April 19, the day the Lok Sabha elections started after the government objected to her reporting on the assassination of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

India's largest media empire is all set to be born!

India's largest media empire is all set to be born!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Competition Commission of India on Wednesday said it has approved the merger of the media assets of Reliance Industries and Walt Disney Co to create the country's largest media empire. The deal, announced six months ago, has been cleared by the CCI with certain modifications proposed by the two parties.

Sri Lanka's Rathnayake to make Test debut in Manchester

Sri Lanka's Rathnayake to make Test debut in Manchester

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The second match of the series will be played at Lord's, starting from August 29 and the final Test match of the series will take place at Kennington Oval on September 6.

Paris Olympics OC apologises to Christians

Paris Olympics OC apologises to Christians

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Olympic ceremony's Last Supper sketch 'never meant to disrespect'

Tech, startup groups push back against OTT licensing

Tech, startup groups push back against OTT licensing

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Tech and startup industry bodies have again pushed back against calls by telecom operators to bring over-the-top (OTT) services under a licensing regime similar to telcos, and open them up to taxation. Ahead of public consultations on the issue later this week, the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), Nasscom and the US India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), among others, have written to the government arguing against such efforts.

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

French organisers turned Paris into an open-air Olympic playground where everyone was invited, with or without a ticket.

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Captain Sharan and Flight Engineer Anil Jaggia both confirm that the hijackers seemed to know a lot about flying an aircraft. Without help from the ISI or the Pakistan army, it was impossible, points out Utkarsh Mishra.

Was Ram Rahim BJP's trump card in Haryana?

Was Ram Rahim BJP's trump card in Haryana?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Was Ram Rahim's release on parole for the 10th time since his conviction in 2017 timed to coincide with the Haryana assembly elections? It does seem so when one considers he has been released mostly when there was an election in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Listing the times that Ram Rahim has been out on parole.

GDP growth slows to 15-month low of 6.7% in Apr-Jun

GDP growth slows to 15-month low of 6.7% in Apr-Jun

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

India's economic growth slowed to a 15-month low of 6.7 per cent in April-June 2024-25, mainly due to poor performance of the agriculture and services sectors, government data showed on Friday. The gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 8.2 per cent in the April-June quarter of 2022-23. India, however, remained the fastest-growing major economy, as China posted a 4.7 per cent growth in April-June 2024.

DD airs The Kerala Story despite protest by CPM, Congress

DD airs The Kerala Story despite protest by CPM, Congress

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

The Congress in Kerala on Friday approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) against the decision of Doordarshan to telecast the controversial movie The Kerala Story, saying it was a 'tacit effort' to divide society on religious grounds to further the electoral prospects of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.

Sreejesh's heroics save the day for India

Sreejesh's heroics save the day for India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Sreejesh was the cynosure of all eyes as he consistently denied Great Britain scoring opportunities

Govt asks Raj Bhavans to invite Olympians, student toppers for At Home

Govt asks Raj Bhavans to invite Olympians, student toppers for At Home

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Those whose names were mentioned during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann ki Baat radio broadcast, swacchagrahi or foot soldiers who have played a key role in cleanliness drives and women sarpanches (village heads) are also part of the list shared by the Union ministry of home affairs to be invited for the function.

SEE: Nunez clashes with Colombia fans post Copa America loss

SEE: Nunez clashes with Colombia fans post Copa America loss

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Captain Jose Maria Gimenez said the players were trying to defend their families.

First case of COVID-19 reported at Paris Olympics

First case of COVID-19 reported at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Australian water polo player has been isolated

Farewell, Mr Sayani

Farewell, Mr Sayani

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Legendary radio personality Ameen Sayani passed into the ages on February 20. His mortal remains were kept at Mumbai's Famous Studio, where admirers arrived to say their final goodbyes.

Rohit slams batters after spin debacle in Sri Lanka

Rohit slams batters after spin debacle in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Rohit Sharma urged the Indian batters to have a 'serious look' at their individual plans against spin bowling.

Cricket Australia in trouble; Broadcaster threatens to end contract

Cricket Australia in trouble; Broadcaster threatens to end contract

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

CA said it was disappointed with broadcaster's comments and would deliver a 'full and compelling summer of cricket'.

Why broadcaster is unhappy with BCCI's tentative IPL schedule

Why broadcaster is unhappy with BCCI's tentative IPL schedule

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

The window came up for discussion during BCCI Apex Council meet on Friday and if finalised, it will mean the board will have to conduct 60 matches in 44 days.

Sebi bans Anil Ambani, 24 other entities from securities mkt for 5-yrs

Sebi bans Anil Ambani, 24 other entities from securities mkt for 5-yrs

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Markets regulator Sebi has barred industrialist Anil Ambani, 24 other entities, including former key officials of Reliance Home Finance from the securities market for five years for diversion of funds from the company. Sebi has imposed a penalty of Rs 25 crore on Ambani and restrained him from being associated with the securities market including as a director or Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) in any listed company, or any intermediary registered with the market regulator, for a period of 5 years.

Kohli Not Consulted Over Gambhir Appointment?

Kohli Not Consulted Over Gambhir Appointment?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Interestingly, the BCCI kept Hardik Pandya in the loop over the decision giving clear indications that he is likely to take over as India's T20 captain.

Look, Who's In Modi's Arms!

Look, Who's In Modi's Arms!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Li'l Angad Bumrah, that's who!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Pakistan bans Indian Premier League broadcast

Pakistan bans Indian Premier League broadcast

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The decision comes a month after DSport, the official broadcasters of the Pakistan Premier League (PSL) in India, stopped the coverage of the tournament in protest of the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel.

SKY's unusual tactic to overcome Kohli dismissal

SKY's unusual tactic to overcome Kohli dismissal

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Surya, world's No. 1-ranked T20I batter, played some exquisite shots all round the park to come up with a 28-ball 53 to take India to 181 for 8

Gill calls his young team a 'great bunch of players'

Gill calls his young team a 'great bunch of players'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Shubman Gill was happy to tick off the 'chase' box from his skipper's check list

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Union cabinet gives go ahead to 'one nation, one poll'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the proposal for 'one nation, one Election' as recommended by the Kovind panel, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.

'Not humanly possible': Critics slam Pan's record

'Not humanly possible': Critics slam Pan's record

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

China's state media, athletes and netizens rallied to support Olympic swimming champion Pan Zhanle

Please Send Payal's Film To The Oscars!

Please Send Payal's Film To The Oscars!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

How wonderful it would be for all of us to watch the Oscar ceremony on March 2, 2025 and watch AWIAL win an Oscar, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The multi-mission communication satellite, also known as PAKSAT MM1, was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

Govt raises paddy MSP by Rs 117 to Rs 2,300 per quintal for 2024-25

Govt raises paddy MSP by Rs 117 to Rs 2,300 per quintal for 2024-25

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

The government on Wednesday raised the minimum support price (MSP) for paddy by 5.35 per cent to Rs 2,300 per quintal for the 2024-25 kharif marketing season. The hike in paddy support price comes despite the government sitting on surplus rice stocks, but it is significant ahead of elections in states like Haryana, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Delhi.