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Box office: Student of the Year 2 is average

Box office: Student of the Year 2 is average

Rediff.com14 May 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

Facebook's Zuckerberg will testify before US Congress

Facebook's Zuckerberg will testify before US Congress

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

This comes after immense pressure on Zuckerberg from lawmakers, the media and the public after the Facebook founder last week apologised for data breach and said the platform had made "mistakes".

Why the Naga peace process hit a roadblock

Why the Naga peace process hit a roadblock

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

It is the NSCN-IM which is having the last laugh as speculation grows that Nagaland Governor R N Ravi may have been replaced as Naga interlocutor.

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf has alleged that BCCI has been hatching a conspiracy by getting Pakistan's key bowlers suspended.

What Charlie Sheen, Raja Chaudhary have in common

What Charlie Sheen, Raja Chaudhary have in common

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

Here's a list of celebs who have shot their mouth off on camera and are living to regret it.

Big Bang cast will now get $1 million pay cheque

Big Bang cast will now get $1 million pay cheque

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

The show has been renewed for three more seasons.

FIFA member hits out at winter World Cup talk

FIFA member hits out at winter World Cup talk

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

A member of FIFA's executive committee criticised talk of moving the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to winter and said he believes the idea was floated informally even before votes on the host nation for the tournament.

Sri Lanka Cricket slams Australia spin consultant Murali's behaviour

Sri Lanka Cricket slams Australia spin consultant Murali's behaviour

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Sri Lanka Cricket has protested to the Australian cricket team management over alleged highhandedness of spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan, who is working with the visitors as a spin consultant for the three-Test series in island nation.

60,000 NRIs back home! Indian firms lure talent away from US

60,000 NRIs back home! Indian firms lure talent away from US

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

This year, for the first time, NRIs returning from the US are expected to outnumber those coming to this country from India.

'Stop treating eunuchs as second-class citizens'

'Stop treating eunuchs as second-class citizens'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

Intelligent, well educated and bold, a trait common among the transgender community, when Laxmi is not courting controversies, she is busy working for the welfare of the sexual minorities through her non governmental organisation Astitva. Laxmi speaks to rediff.com's N Ganesh on the discriminations faced by her and the members of her eunuch community in today's world.

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Mumbaikars from different parts of the city are providing people with ready-to-grow seed balls to help tackle depleting forest cover, reports Swapnil Joglekar.

Two and a Half Men cancelled over Charlie Sheen's rant

Two and a Half Men cancelled over Charlie Sheen's rant

Rediff.com25 Feb 2011

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

'Muralitharan does not deserve record, Warne does'

'Muralitharan does not deserve record, Warne does'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

The Australian umpire, who called off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan for chucking, does not believe that the Sri Lankan deserves to retire as the most prolific Test wicket-taker of all time.

The amazing success story of redBus

The amazing success story of redBus

Rediff.com19 Oct 2010

Phanindra Sama, the chief executive officer of redBus.in, is yet another engineer who chucked his lucrative job to start an enterprise of his own.

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

Trump said the opposition Democrats did not like the option of a concrete wall along the Mexico border, so he has offered them with a steel one. Trump argues that a physical barrier along the US-Mexico border is essential to stop the flow of illegal immigrants into the US.

What's in Katrina's dabba? She tells us

What's in Katrina's dabba? She tells us

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

When Twinkle Khanna asked her celebrity friends what was in their dabba, everyone wrote in and sent their recipes as well. What does Katrina Kaif like to include in her dabba? She tells us here.

Visa fee hike: US senators seek 6-year extension

Visa fee hike: US senators seek 6-year extension

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

Two United States senators have sought modifications in a 9/11 compensation-related bill, seeking to extend the increase in hike on H-1B and L1 visa fees for another six years and impose excise on some foreign companies to fund free treatment of 200,000 Americans living with health problems contracted while working at the Ground Zero.

Air-conditioning on your bike? He made it possible!

Air-conditioning on your bike? He made it possible!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

George Koshy has invented a cooling helmet so you don't feel hot and stuffy while riding a two-wheeler.

Which are your favourite Rajni 'factoids'?

Which are your favourite Rajni 'factoids'?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

These are, of course, not to offend the Superstar but to prove that he truly is legend.

'You pass YoYo test, you play for India'

'You pass YoYo test, you play for India'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

While Shastri in his inimitable manner was clear that YoYo test is here to stay, Kohli said that one should look at it as a "hard call" that benefits the team rather than being emotional.

Mueller concludes Russia probe, recommends no further indictments

Mueller concludes Russia probe, recommends no further indictments

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

US Attorney General William Barr, to whom the report was delivered on Friday, told Congressional leaders that he may submit to them its summary 'as soon as this weekend'.

Top Senator invites Trump to testify over Comey, Russian meddling

Top Senator invites Trump to testify over Comey, Russian meddling

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Trump had said he is ready to testify over Comey conversations.

Start-ups help VCs beat slowdown

Start-ups help VCs beat slowdown

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

Venture capitalists and seed fund providers receive around 500-1,200 business plans every year. The trend continued even among the student fraternity. Venture firms such as Morpheus Venture Partners and Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship that work closely with students and incubator centres have seen a spurt in activity.

US plans to end work permits for spouses of H-1B visa holders

US plans to end work permits for spouses of H-1B visa holders

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

H-4 is issued to the spouse of H-1B visa holders, a significantly large number of whom are high-skilled professionals from India.

India can do little on US visa proposal: Experts

India can do little on US visa proposal: Experts

Rediff.com27 Apr 2009

Even as India reacted strongly against the proposed changes in the US visa regime, trade experts said the country could do little in multilateral forums like the World Trade Organization to appeal against implementation of such measures.

Umpires 'call' Sarandeep for second straight day

Umpires 'call' Sarandeep for second straight day

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

Veteran off-spinner Sarandeep Singh was called for chucking by each of the two umpires in the Super League Group A match between Himachal Pradesh and Mumbai.

What happened when my wife lost her phone!

What happened when my wife lost her phone!

Rediff.com9 May 2016

'She's looking around her and seeing things, having actual conversations in real life, is more aware of the heat and the humidity, and is actually eating her food instead of first photographing and tagging it,' says Kishore Singh.

Lot of on-field enthusiasm is for cameras: Bedi

Lot of on-field enthusiasm is for cameras: Bedi

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Not exactly a fan of exuberant celebrations on the cricket field, former India captain Bishan Singh Bedi says the players' display of emotion and enthusiasm these days is mostly for the cameras and cannot be considered gentlemanly.

US SC Judge nominee Kavanaugh denies sexual assault allegations

US SC Judge nominee Kavanaugh denies sexual assault allegations

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Kavanaugh's nomination plunged into chaos after Christine Blasey Ford on Sunday told 'The Washington Post' that she was subjected to a sexual assault by the Supreme Court nominee in high school in the early 1980s.

Why US needs smarter, not fewer, H-1B visas

Why US needs smarter, not fewer, H-1B visas

Rediff.com12 May 2009

The new Grassley-Durbin bill would weaken the economy. Here's how to let the H-1B visa program strengthen the US instead.

Trump to sign EO to end separation of migrant children from parents

Trump to sign EO to end separation of migrant children from parents

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

"We're going to be signing an executive order in a little while... We've got to be keeping families together," Trump said, as he met lawmakers on the issue.

The 'Ford' test of CEO success

The 'Ford' test of CEO success

Rediff.com30 Apr 2009

The surprise was Conde Nast Portfolio's topper for the world's best-ever CEO. It was Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motors. There is no doubt that Ford was a great entrepreneur and business visionary. But, with the hindsight of almost a century, it is worth questioning whether he was a good CEO. Ford could easily have won the accolade in his lifetime for revolutionising the personal transportation industry with the Model T.

Spare a thought for the wounded soldier

Spare a thought for the wounded soldier

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

It is easy to forget how young this man is as he smiles and tells you his horror-laden yet heroic tale of the terrorist attacks. However, his emotions come pouring through in tears when he remembers details that are too painful to bear.

US defence secretary arrives in India on 3-day visit

US defence secretary arrives in India on 3-day visit

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

US Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel arrived in New Delhi on Thursday on a three-day visit and is expected to discuss regional security situation, defence deals worth over Rs 20,000 crore and joint military hardware development projects with the Indian political and military leadership.

Trump fumes as healthcare bill fails to clear Senate

Trump fumes as healthcare bill fails to clear Senate

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Trump blamed Democrats and a few Senators from his own party for the collapse of the latest Republican drive to repeal Obamacare.

Shocker! Kalank fares BELOW AVERAGE

Shocker! Kalank fares BELOW AVERAGE

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

US visas: Nasscom changes stance

US visas: Nasscom changes stance

Rediff.com8 May 2009

Nasscom, the apex body that represents the Indian IT outsourcing industry, will demand 'service visas' instead of mentioning H1-B/L1 visas.

Here is a list of leading men's grand slam winners

Here is a list of leading men's grand slam winners

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

List of leading men's grand slam singles title winners after Roger Federer beat Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final on Sunday.

Bollywood's FLOPS so far

Bollywood's FLOPS so far

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Many of them were expected to cover a reasonable distance, but audiences gave them the cold shoulder.

'It's important to defy terrorism'

'It's important to defy terrorism'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

A Chuck Norris-look-alike, an immigrant labourer and a Man-U fan have just this one thing to say on the first anniversary of 26/11: It's important to defy terrorism. Rediff. com's Prasanna Zore and Abhishek Mande get a sense of the Mood on the first anniversary of the 26/11 attacks.