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Justice Ganguly submits report on Bagan controversy

Justice Ganguly submits report on Bagan controversy

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The one-man committee, appointed by the All India Football Federation to look into the legality of Mohun Bagan's actions in their I-League derby against East Bengal early this month, submitted its report today and the AIFF Emergency Committee will take a decision on Saturday.

I'm not joining politics, says Juhi Chawla

I'm not joining politics, says Juhi Chawla

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Amidst rumours of her joining politics, actress Juhi Chawla has cleared the air saying she neither intends to contest an election nor is interested in joining politics.

Hello tune without consent: Vodafone to pay Rs 5K

Hello tune without consent: Vodafone to pay Rs 5K

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

In his complaint, Delhi resident Rajender Yadav had alleged unfair trade practice by Vodafone for deducting Rs 50 from his account towards activating 'hello' tune service on his number without his consent.

India-China consumer market seen at $10 tn by 2020

India-China consumer market seen at $10 tn by 2020

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The consumer markets of India and China would together be worth $10 trillion by 2020, according to The $10 Trillion Prize, a book by Boston Consulting Group (BCG).

Pak: Abdul Gilani wins father's seat in close contest

Pak: Abdul Gilani wins father's seat in close contest

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Observers said the victory was significant as it came in the wake of the former premier's conviction and disqualification by the apex court for refusing to reopen graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari as well as growing disenchantment with the PPP-led government at the centre following widespread allegations of corruption.

President to be elected by 141 murder, 6 rape accused

President to be elected by 141 murder, 6 rape accused

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

The next President of India will be chosen by the electoral college which includes 141 murder accused, six alleged rapists and 90 members with charges of kidnapping, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Four bidders contest 2018 World Cup prize

Four bidders contest 2018 World Cup prize

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

The four bidders seeking the right to stage the 2018 World Cup finals -- England, Netherlands/Belgium (joint bid), Russia and Spain/Portugal (joint bid) -- are in a close race with little to choose between the leading trio.

Samsung Galaxy SIII: Should YOU buy it?

Samsung Galaxy SIII: Should YOU buy it?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Samsung's flagship phone which was till now available for Rs 37,900 is now selling for Rs 34,900 across major online stores. But the question is: should you buy it even at a reduced price? Read this review and make your decision

Indian-origin Congressional candidate faces racist attacks

Indian-origin Congressional candidate faces racist attacks

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Raja Krishamoorthi, a Democratic Congressional candidate of Indian-origin for Illinois' newly created district, has come under apparent racist attacks from Tea Party bloggers for protesting against an event organised by them.

Pranab quits finance ministry, to embark on 'new journey'

Pranab quits finance ministry, to embark on 'new journey'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Set to file nomination papers for the Presidential poll, a sentimental Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday resigned as finance minister to "embark on a new journey", leaving behind his four-decade stint as a political activist.

Naga Chaitanya gets ready with Dohchay

Naga Chaitanya gets ready with Dohchay

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Dohchay is scheduled for release in March.

'The best is yet to come for Ayushmann'

'The best is yet to come for Ayushmann'

Rediff.com8 May 2020

'I can sense that because we have shared a room for 20 years of our lives.'

Pricey pair for priceless eyes

Pricey pair for priceless eyes

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

A look into an interesting pair of glasses.

If Cong picks Pranab or Ansari, we will field Kalam: TMC

If Cong picks Pranab or Ansari, we will field Kalam: TMC

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Toughening its stand, key United Progessive Alliance constituent Trinamool Congress on Thursday said if the Congress names Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee or Vice President Hamid Ansari as its Presidential candidate, it will "contest" the election with A P J Abdul Kalam as its nominee.

Why Mamata will decide Pranab's fate

Why Mamata will decide Pranab's fate

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Why Krishna is miffed. The Congress's power politics. The BJP's politics over Modi. All this, and more, in Dilli Gupshup....

Cong, BJP colluded in coal-gate: Kejriwal

Cong, BJP colluded in coal-gate: Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

India Against Corruption member Arvind Kejriwal said that along with the BJP and Congress, the Communist Party of India-Marxist and Biju Janata Dal also played a major role in the plunder of the natural resource.

Ambani of the Gulf bets big on Indian market

Ambani of the Gulf bets big on Indian market

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

With a house on the top floor of Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, Bahrain-based India-born billionaire Ravi Pillai is planning big-buck investments across the construction, hospitality, real estate and healthcare sectors in India.

Not averse to joining hands with JD-S again: Cong

Not averse to joining hands with JD-S again: Cong

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

JD-S leaders have already dropped enough hints about the party being open to such a possibility.

Without doubt, Virat deserves the tag of great: Gatting

Without doubt, Virat deserves the tag of great: Gatting

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Former England captain Mike Gatting fell short of labelling India's Virat Kohli the greatest batsman of his generation for consistency across formats, on Thursday.

Special: Five-state election verdict coverage

Special: Five-state election verdict coverage

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Comprehensive coverage of the counting of votes in the five states of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa, Manipur and Punjab

Is India ready for a Maritime Theatre Command?

Is India ready for a Maritime Theatre Command?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Mere shuffling of resources or cosmetic changes to prove a point would be counterproductive in the long run, observes Commodore Venugoptal Menon (retd).

Pune blasts: 4th suspected IM terrorist arrested

Pune blasts: 4th suspected IM terrorist arrested

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

One more suspected Indian Mujahideen terrorist allegedly involved in the Pune serial blasts in August has been arrested in Jaipur by the Delhi police, taking the total number of arrests to four.

Saurabh, Basant lead fightback as East reach 187/6

Saurabh, Basant lead fightback as East reach 187/6

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

Jharkhand batsman Saurabh Tiwary and Orissa all-rounder Basant Mohanty scripted an impressive recovery with an undefeated century-plus stand as East Zone reached 187 for six at stumps on Day I, of their Duleep Trophy semi-final against South Zone.

Why you must buy a top up insurance plan

Why you must buy a top up insurance plan

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

It acts as an additional health safeguard in case your basic insurance plan is not enough to take care of your medical bills

Now, the spanking new Canon DSLR @ Rs 2,06,995

Now, the spanking new Canon DSLR @ Rs 2,06,995

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

The successor to the popular 5D Mark II is out. Swapnil Mathur of ThinkDigit tells you if it's worth the money.

No US special forces on Indian soil: Antony

No US special forces on Indian soil: Antony

Rediff.com7 May 2012

The government on Monday said it has denied a recent assertion made by US Pacific Command Chief Admiral Robert Willard regarding the presence of United States special forces in India.

Bears take charge as key support levels break

Bears take charge as key support levels break

Rediff.com7 May 2012

Clarity on GAAR, IIP data & rupee movement to guide investors.

IN PICS: Pulsar 200NS takes on KTM and Honda CBR!

IN PICS: Pulsar 200NS takes on KTM and Honda CBR!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Ayan Sengupta of IndianDrives.com weighs in the pros and cons of three of the newest bikes in the Indian markets today.

Presidential candidate: Karat meets Mulayam

Presidential candidate: Karat meets Mulayam

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Communist Party of India - Marxist general secretary Prakash Karat on Friday met Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and the two leaders are understood have discussed the pros and cons of probable candidates for the upcoming Presidential election.

HTC One S: Will YOU buy it at Rs 33,590?

HTC One S: Will YOU buy it at Rs 33,590?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

HTC's latest dual-core offering does many things welll -- it has a good display, impressive build, a good camera, and delivers good performance overall.

Naval exercise brings east and west together off Bengal

Naval exercise brings east and west together off Bengal

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

The ongoing naval exercise is testing new platforms, weapons sensors, communication systems and tactics in order to optimise the network combat power of the fleet, which included over 40 surface combatants of various classes, submarines and a large number of aircraft, including unmanned aerial vehicles, reports RS Chauhan

Collector's abduction: No breakthrough in talks

Collector's abduction: No breakthrough in talks

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

Mediators on Friday failed to achieve any breakthrough to secure the release of abducted Sukma district collector Alex Paul Menon after the second round of talks even as Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Raman Singh asserted that the demands of the Maoists would be considered only "within the legal framework".

Steely presence of Maoists weakens Bhilai Steel Plant

Steely presence of Maoists weakens Bhilai Steel Plant

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

The report says that SAIL had started clearing forests, but since October, 2010, it could cut down only 12 trees till now.

2nd Test: Ali hands Pakistan control over Windies

2nd Test: Ali hands Pakistan control over Windies

Rediff.com2 May 2017

Azhar's obdurate 193-ball stay at the crease helped his side plod slowly towards the hosts' first-innings total of 312 at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown to stand 140 runs behind with seven wickets in hand at the close.

US Secret Service removes 3 agents involved in sex scandal

US Secret Service removes 3 agents involved in sex scandal

Rediff.com19 Apr 2012

The United States Secret Service - responsible for the protection of the President - has removed three of its personnel, who were allegedly involved in a sex scandal in Columbia.

Davis Cup: Paes leads inexperienced squad against Korea

Davis Cup: Paes leads inexperienced squad against Korea

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Thrust into action courtesy a controversy, it will be a test of nerves and skill for the Indian rookies when they take on South Korea in the Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie, beginning in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Why govt has failed to check the spread of coronavirus in India

Why govt has failed to check the spread of coronavirus in India

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

An overarching law governing public healthcare is a glaring gap in India's fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. In India it is left to individuals to quarantine themselves voluntarily. Moreover, the 123-year old The Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897, governs healthcare emergencies in India.

Petition filed against Owaisi for offering legal aid to terror suspects

Petition filed against Owaisi for offering legal aid to terror suspects

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

A petition seeking lodging of a case against All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen Chief Asaduddin Owaisi was filed in a court in Meerut by a member of Uttar Pradesh Bar Council who alleged his remarks on the youths held by the National Investigation Agency amounted to treason and promoted terrorism.

Support immigration reform: Indian Americans ask Senators

Support immigration reform: Indian Americans ask Senators

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

GITPRO asked US Senators to support the legislation in the Congress.

Teenager's Rs 2,657 camera takes stunning earth PHOTOS

Teenager's Rs 2,657 camera takes stunning earth PHOTOS

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

While NASA might spend millions to take snaps of the Earth, a teenager in the UK has captured stunning images of the planet by floating a second-hand camera worth 30 pounds (Rs 2,657) in to space using a balloon.