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Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

I have not announced retirement: Mary Kom

No politics in temple worship and festivals, says Kerala HC

No politics in temple worship and festivals, says Kerala HC

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The Kerala high court has held that politics has no role to play in the conduct of daily worship, temple festivals and ceremonies.

Padikkal, Akash Deep put India A in control over England Lions

Padikkal, Akash Deep put India A in control over England Lions

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Devdutt Padikkal hit a stroke-filled 92 not out after right-arm pacer Akash Deep shone bright with the ball with a four-wicket haul as India A took control of the four-day second unofficial Test against England Lions on the opening day in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

Randeep-Lin's Beautiful Manipuri Wedding

Randeep-Lin's Beautiful Manipuri Wedding

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Actors Lin Laishram and Randeep Hooda wed in a traditional Meitei wedding ceremony in Imphal, Manipur, on November 29, 2023.

Meet India's Paris Olympics-bound relay teams

Meet India's Paris Olympics-bound relay teams

Rediff.com6 May 2024

A low-down on the eight runners -- four men and four women -- who finished second in their qualifying heats to make the Olympic cut.

Muslim man sends water from PoK for Ram temple event

Muslim man sends water from PoK for Ram temple event

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

"The holy water of the Sharda Kund at the Sharda Peeth PoK was collected by Tanveer Ahmed and his team. Our civil society member across the LoC (Line of Control) carried it to Islamabad, wherefrom it was sent to his daughter Maghribi in the UK.

Ayodhya set for Ram Lalla's Surya tilak on first Ram Navami post-consecration

Ayodhya set for Ram Lalla's Surya tilak on first Ram Navami post-consecration

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

This would be the first Ram Navami since the consecration of the Ram idol at the new temple, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22. The system was tested by the scientists on Tuesday.

GT Vs PBKS: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

GT Vs PBKS: Who Batted Best? VOTE!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Rahul Tewatia's entertaining cameo of 36 from 18 balls was the turning point for the Gujarat Titans.

Bajrang moves court against WFI's national trials

Bajrang moves court against WFI's national trials

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

'We will appear in the trials only if the ad-hoc panel or the government conducts it. How can a suspended body announce the trials.'

Modi knew about Prajwal Revanna's 'crime', yet asked votes for him: Cong

Modi knew about Prajwal Revanna's 'crime', yet asked votes for him: Cong

Rediff.com1 May 2024

"Is being part of Modi's 'political family' a 'guarantee of protection' for criminals?" Rahul Gandhi asked.

Soumya Sarkar Breaks Sachin's ODI Record

Soumya Sarkar Breaks Sachin's ODI Record

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Soumya scored 169 off 151 balls at a strike rate of 111.92, to go past Tendulkar for the highest runs in ODIs by a player from the sub-continent in New Zealand.

Ram Lalla idol undergoes ceremonial bath with medicated water

Ram Lalla idol undergoes ceremonial bath with medicated water

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

While the country awaits for the grand pran pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla at Ayodhya's temple, on the sixth day of the ceremony, the Ram Lalla idol was bathed with water from 114 Kalash (vases), each containing specially medicated liquids.

Rising competition, valuations of paint majors on palette of worry

Rising competition, valuations of paint majors on palette of worry

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Following a strong performance in the 2022-23 January-March quarter, publicly listed paint industry giants displayed a mixed performance in the 2023-24 (FY24) April-June quarter. While Berger Paints India outperformed its peers and reported results in line with expectations, market leader Asian Paints and Kansai Nerolac Paints fell slightly short of expectations.

Bhajan Lal Sharma to take oath as Rajasthan CM today

Bhajan Lal Sharma to take oath as Rajasthan CM today

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Along with Sharma, Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa, who were named as deputy chief ministers in the recently held Bharatiya Janata Party legislature party meeting, will take oath.

26/11 hero Sadanand Vasant Date, who fought Kasab, is new NIA chief

26/11 hero Sadanand Vasant Date, who fought Kasab, is new NIA chief

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Date, a 1990 Indian Police Service officer of the Maharashtra cadre who once sold newspapers in Pune to financially support his family, was honoured with the President's Police medal for gallantry for his role in what has come to be known as the 26/11 attack.

Handwara: Decorated officer of 21 RR 2nd CO to be killed in 2 decades

Handwara: Decorated officer of 21 RR 2nd CO to be killed in 2 decades

Rediff.com3 May 2020

The battalion had lost its first Commanding Officer, Colonel Rajinder Chauhan, on August 21, 2000.

Peek Inside Falguni and Shane Peacock's Beautiful Home

Peek Inside Falguni and Shane Peacock's Beautiful Home

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Falguni and Shane Peacock, the celebrated fashion designers, invite you into their home.

Near-term outlook remains strong for India's listed paint companies

Near-term outlook remains strong for India's listed paint companies

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The 2022-23 (FY23) January-March quarter performance of the country's largest listed paint companies was better than Street expectations. Asian Paints, Berger Paints, and Kansai Nerolac Paints (Kansai Nerolac) registered double-digit revenue growth, compared with the year-ago quarter, reinforced by strong volume/value growth. Falling raw material prices also helped the paint majors hoist their gross margins.

Why Kohli is needed in the Indian team for T20 WC

Why Kohli is needed in the Indian team for T20 WC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

'You need a guy who can just stay there. India need that sheet anchor, be it T20 World Cup or ODI World Cup. Without Virat Kohli, the Indian team cannot go.'

Ram temple guests gifted book on Ayodhya, metal 'diya', Tulsi 'mala'

Ram temple guests gifted book on Ayodhya, metal 'diya', Tulsi 'mala'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The gifts were in a bag that had a striking graphic image of the new temple and of Lord Ram in a very young avatar.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

With a jam-packed schedule brimming with both legendary athletes and captivating storylines, Paris 2024 promises unforgettable moments.

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

Rediff.com31 May 2024

"You can memorize 1000s of words, but what do you do if you get a word that you don't know?"

What Are Rashmika-Vijay Celebrating?

What Are Rashmika-Vijay Celebrating?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Stars get in a festive mood on social media, as they celebrate Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Lohri.

Debate rages on: Is Ronaldo better than Messi?

Debate rages on: Is Ronaldo better than Messi?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

The Portuguese superstar now has scored the most first-division goals in football history, he has 527 career league goals with 61 goals alone in 2023.

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

On the 25th anniversary of the battle that made his war cry 'Dil Maange More' part of national lore, we republish that feature to salute Captain Batra's ultimate sacrifice for the nation.

Meet Parineeti's Bride Squad

Meet Parineeti's Bride Squad

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Sania Mirza and her sister Anam were among the bride's guests.

Rising costs, competition leave paint sector in need of fresh coat

Rising costs, competition leave paint sector in need of fresh coat

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

While the four largest listed paint companies have seen marginal negative returns, the S&P BSE Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and the National Stock Exchange Nifty FMCG indices have delivered a solid 16 per cent return during the same period. Initially, volume growth and reduced costs bolstered the sector's sentiment, but brokerages have grown cautious due to increased competitive pressures.

Over 63% voter turnout recorded in phase 2; Tripura highest with 79.46%

Over 63% voter turnout recorded in phase 2; Tripura highest with 79.46%

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The IMD has warned of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in parts of West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh during the next five days.

BJP's Ramji Ki Guarantee

BJP's Ramji Ki Guarantee

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Is 2024 a done deal for the BJP? It was a done deal five years ago itself, but it did not have a guarantee.
Now, with the temple consecration, it seems to have acquired a Ramji Ki Guarantee, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

The much-awaited Ram temple consecration will be held in Ayodhya on Monday in a grand ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the rituals, following which the shrine will be opened for the public a day later.

Paints shares lose sheen post Birla Opus launch; Asian Paints at 10-mth low

Paints shares lose sheen post Birla Opus launch; Asian Paints at 10-mth low

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Shares of paint companies faced pressure, falling up to 5 per cent on the BSE in Monday's (February 26) intraday trade amid concerns that Grasim Industries' entry into the paint sector will intensify the competition. Asian Paints reached a 10-month low of Rs 2,850, slipping nearly 5 per cent after brokerage firm CLSA downgraded the stock following the Birla Opus launch. The paint maker's stock traded at its lowest level since April 28, 2023.

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's dull because this time the election is spread over such a long period.'

Recipe: Taruna's Chocolate Nut Bar

Recipe: Taruna's Chocolate Nut Bar

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

You can enjoy it with wine, coffee or tea.

Kohli the run-machine goes past Tendulkar but...

Kohli the run-machine goes past Tendulkar but...

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Kohli's knock of 88 (94) was his 10th 50-plus score in the ODI format this year second only to Shubman Gill who leads the charts with twelve 50-plus ODI scores in 2023.

Batla House encounter: HC reduces Ariz Khan's death sentence to life

Batla House encounter: HC reduces Ariz Khan's death sentence to life

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The Delhi high court on Thursday commuted to life term the death penalty awarded to Ariz Khan following his conviction in the sensational 2008 Batla House encounter in which decorated Delhi Police Inspector Mohan Chand Sharma lost his life.

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Baga and Gokarna make the list of the world's top 100 beaches.

Recipe: Homemade Chocolate Cookies

Recipe: Homemade Chocolate Cookies

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Go all out and treat yourself to some irresistibly decadent cookies.

'You epitomise everything that England cricket is about'

'You epitomise everything that England cricket is about'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Former pacer Andrew Flintoff hailed England's experienced bowler Adil Rashid, stating that the veteran spinner "epitomises everything that England cricket is about" after the veteran spinner earned his 100th T20 cap.

'Who is he?' Jaspal Rana hits out after being asked to leave range

'Who is he?' Jaspal Rana hits out after being asked to leave range

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Legendary pistol marksman and Manu Bhaker's personal coach Jaspal Rana on Thursday claimed he was asked to leave the Karni Singh shooting range in New Delhi by India's high performance director Pierre Beauchamp, kicking off a controversy in which the national federation appeared to be siding with the Canadian.