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Saina claims Indonesia Masters after Marin limps out of final

Saina claims Indonesia Masters after Marin limps out of final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

The London Olympics bronze medallist was trailing 4-10 in the opening game when Marin decided to withdraw from the contest.

Wednesday, not Monday, is worst day of the week

Wednesday, not Monday, is worst day of the week

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Monday was always assumed to be the day we are most miserable, but as it turns out, Wednesday is the worst day of the week.

DUSU president doesn't remember his graduation subjects

DUSU president doesn't remember his graduation subjects

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

>The ABVP has put the onus on Delhi University to verify Ankiv Baisoya's degree and is defending its leader. But there's not a single word of support from its political masters.

Dog flung off terrace found alive in Chennai; accused get bail

Dog flung off terrace found alive in Chennai; accused get bail

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

The two medical students who tortured her -- and filmed her hurtling several storeys to the ground -- were arrested and then released on bail in Tamil Nadu.

Kannada film industry shocked at Monica's murder c

Kannada film industry shocked at Monica's murder c

Rediff.com22 May 2008

The Kannada film industry was in a state of shock after hearing the news. Monica has acted in four Kannada films in a career spanning six years. She had created a lot of controversies and her name featured regularly in magazine gossip columns.

'No other state fights so much with the Centre'

'No other state fights so much with the Centre'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'Why should the state and Centre fight?'

Rajnath meets RSS chief, says BJP won't oppose Food Security Bill

Rajnath meets RSS chief, says BJP won't oppose Food Security Bill

Rediff.com6 Jul 2013

Terming the ordinance promulgated by the Union cabinet to implement the Food Security Bill as a "cruel joke" on democracy, Bharatiya Janat Party President Rajnath Singh said that his party would not oppose the passage of the bill in Parliament but seek amendments to it.

Chasing the other monsoon

Chasing the other monsoon

Rediff.com11 Jun 2009

Bijoy Venugopal takes a long, wet drive through the hills of Tamil Nadu to meet the monsoon on its way out.

Slowdown: Exporters continue to suffer...

Slowdown: Exporters continue to suffer...

Rediff.com3 Jun 2009

As huge declines continue, the govt can do little. Major trade destinations -- the US, UK, Europe and Japan -- are all gripped by severe recession. Other countries in Asia have experienced declines of comparable magnitude.

Newcastle, Middlesbrough relegated

Newcastle, Middlesbrough relegated

Rediff.com25 May 2009

A cruel own goal by Damien Duff condemned Newcastle United to relegation from the Premier League after they slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa on Sunday.

Review: The Unforgettable is not quite so

Review: The Unforgettable is not quite so

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

The film has powerful performances and a lot of nudity.

Gone Kesh Review: Bald & beautiful

Gone Kesh Review: Bald & beautiful

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

Gone Kesh is a good-natured coming-of-age tale, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Why everyone should watch The Breakfast Club

Why everyone should watch The Breakfast Club

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

Remembering John Hughes, the wonderful filmmaker with the ability to tap into all our childhoods.

Champions League final: Liverpool, Spurs face selection dilemma

Champions League final: Liverpool, Spurs face selection dilemma

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has a midfield conundrum and his Tottenham counterpart Mauricio Pochettino must decide whether Harry Kane is ready for action as both bosses face selection dilemmas for Saturday's Champions League final.

'The epidemic is receding in India'

'The epidemic is receding in India'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

'But we still have to be very careful.'

Arsenal snatch last-gasp win for Wenger's 20th anniversary

Arsenal snatch last-gasp win for Wenger's 20th anniversary

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

A controversial last-gasp goal deflected into the net off Laurent Koscielny's hand from a close-range shot by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain gave Arsenal a lucky 1-0 victory at Burnley on Sunday as manager Arsene Wenger marked his 20th anniversary at the club.

PHOTOS: Moura hat-trick puts Tottenham into Champions League final

PHOTOS: Moura hat-trick puts Tottenham into Champions League final

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Spurs beat Ajax 3-2 in the second leg of the semi-final on Wednesday and will face Liverpool on June 1 in Madrid.

US House resolution to condemn Bhutto's death

US House resolution to condemn Bhutto's death

Rediff.com16 Jan 2008

"The resolution expresses our unwavering support in the wake of this brutal attack for Pakistan to be restored to a full democracy. The resolution also reaffirms the commitment of the United States to assist the people of Pakistan in combating terrorism, and promoting a free and democratic Pakistan," Ackerman said.

What was Sanjay Raut doing at a Jamaat rally?

What was Sanjay Raut doing at a Jamaat rally?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

'It was a reaffirmation of his party's unrelenting defiance of its erstwhile ally, the BJP; an attempt to forge a new relationship with the community the Shiv Sena had always targeted; and a pointer towards the political imperative of taking everyone along if the fight against the ruling party had to succeed,' notes Jyoti Punwani.

Foster father of Sherin Mathews sentenced to life

Foster father of Sherin Mathews sentenced to life

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Sherin went missing on October 7, 2017, after her father allegedly put her outside their home at 3 am in Richardson, Texas because she would not drink her milk. Her badly decomposed body was found 15 days later in a culvert near the family's home.

Bollywood's SISTER LOVE

Bollywood's SISTER LOVE

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Warm or warring, back home too Bollywood has depicted many, MANY faces of sisterly love.

I was tortured, threatened, says FTII director defending students' arrest

I was tortured, threatened, says FTII director defending students' arrest

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Accusing striking students of Film and Television Institute of India of insulting behaviour, using cruel interrogation and causing mental torture, its director Prashant Pathrabe on Wednesday said he approached the police as a deterrent step and rejected suggestion that action was taken under pressure from the information and broadcasting ministry.

Superstar is an average film

Superstar is an average film

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

Kunal Khemu is the only highlight of Rohit Jugraj's new film.

Why the lockdown should not be extended

Why the lockdown should not be extended

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Is it sustainable?' 'Or is it like an overdose of a medicine that saves your life in the short run but kills you through long-lasting side-effects?' asks Shekhar Gupta.

Country has to be saved from 'khooni insaan': Beni

Country has to be saved from 'khooni insaan': Beni

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

In a veiled retaliatory attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi for his 'khooni panja' (killer paw) remarks, Congress leader Beni Prasad Verma today said the country has to be saved from a 'khooni insaan' (murderous person).

PHOTOS: Jadeja takes five as India crush Lanka to win 2nd Test, series

PHOTOS: Jadeja takes five as India crush Lanka to win 2nd Test, series

Rediff.com6 Aug 2017

Images from Day 4 of the second Test between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, on Sunday.

After Modi's Emergency attack, Congress hits back with Aurangzeb jibe

After Modi's Emergency attack, Congress hits back with Aurangzeb jibe

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

Modi accused the Congress of criticising EVMs and the functioning of the Election Commission after they were reduced to 44 seats from 400 in Lok Sabha. "They did not question the EVMs after the recent Karnataka elections," he added.

'Prabhakaran shoots people who disagree with him'

'Prabhakaran shoots people who disagree with him'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2008

LTTE child soldier Shobasakthi, whose book Gorilla was translated into English earlier this year, talks about life as a refugee, LTTE chief, Prabhakaran, the future of Tamil Eelam and much more.

New Zealand win last ball thriller

New Zealand win last ball thriller

Rediff.com26 Jun 2008

New Zealand stole a dramatic win through an overthrow off the final ball in the fourth one-day international against England at The Oval on Wednesday.

Can India do a Palestine in Kashmir?

Can India do a Palestine in Kashmir?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

'The heart of the matter is that India is not Israel.'

J-K farmers hit by 2014 floods receive Rs 47 as compensation

J-K farmers hit by 2014 floods receive Rs 47 as compensation

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

The farmers have described the compensation as a "joke" and are planning to protest against the BJP-PDP government.

Rains expose Gujarat's poor disaster management

Rains expose Gujarat's poor disaster management

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

Like last year's Surat floods, this year's calamity has exposed the chinks in the governance of a state boasting 10 to 11 per cent economic growth. Gujarat's monsoon is a timely reminder that macro- and micro-development need to be synchronised

Spanking your kids could land you in jail

Spanking your kids could land you in jail

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

The Union ministry of women and child development wants to outlaw physical abuse of children. We invite Get Ahead readers to share their opinions on the subject.

Who looks hotter in JBJ: Preity or Lara?

Who looks hotter in JBJ: Preity or Lara?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

Who's hotter, Preity Zinta or Lara Dutta?

Slain scribe was to celebrate 17th marriage anniversary on Saturday

Slain scribe was to celebrate 17th marriage anniversary on Saturday

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Ranjan was shot dead by criminals near the Siwan railway station on Friday.

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Rawalpindi must downsize its quest for 'strategic depth' in Afghanistan and Kashmir,' suggests Matein Khalid.

EPL PIX: Nine-man Spurs slump to Bournemouth loss; Wolves, West Ham win

EPL PIX: Nine-man Spurs slump to Bournemouth loss; Wolves, West Ham win

Rediff.com4 May 2019

Tottenham's task was made all the more difficult two minutes before the interval when forward Son Heung-min was sent off

ReadersReviews: Article 15: '5 stars'

ReadersReviews: Article 15: '5 stars'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

A special word for Ayushmann: Hey Mogambo, your acting rocks!

RP Singh out for two weeks

RP Singh out for two weeks

Rediff.com26 Jan 2008

India's chances of winning the final Test against Australia to draw their four-match series suffered a cruel blow on Saturday with injury to fast bowler Rudra Pratap Singh

Aamir's Taare is a nice watch

Aamir's Taare is a nice watch

Rediff.com21 Dec 2007

Taare Zameen Par is an impressive debut indeed for filmmaker Aamir Khan, and showcases a brilliant performance by the young Darsheel Safary.