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Will Cong give in to Telangana demand to counter Jagan?

Will Cong give in to Telangana demand to counter Jagan?

Rediff.com19 May 2011

After YSR Congress President Jagan Mohan Reddy's landslide victory in Kadapa by-polls the Congress is chalking out plans counter his growing popularity. In a recent meeting, Congress MLAs pointed out that formation of Telangana may be their only option. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Rahul's UP foray puts Mayawati govt on backfoot

Rahul's UP foray puts Mayawati govt on backfoot

Rediff.com11 May 2011

Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi's disguised entry to the troubled spot in Greater Noida, where local farmers are on a warpath against 'inadequate compensation' for their acquired land, has put the Mayawati government in Uttar Pradesh on the back-foot.

PHOTOS: Over 80 killled in twin strikes in Norway

PHOTOS: Over 80 killled in twin strikes in Norway

Rediff.com23 Jul 2011

Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg is reportedly safe, government spokeswoman Camilla Ryste said.

PHOTOS: 17 dead in twin strikes in Norway

PHOTOS: 17 dead in twin strikes in Norway

Rediff.com23 Jul 2011

Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg is reportedly safe, government spokeswoman Camilla Ryste said.

5 inspiring quotes from Jeff Bridges that will change your life

5 inspiring quotes from Jeff Bridges that will change your life

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

The man is easily one of the most deserving of the Cecil B deMille award this year.

50 killed, 120 injured in suicide blasts in Pak

50 killed, 120 injured in suicide blasts in Pak

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

In a warning to anti-Taliban tribesmen, two suicide bombers disguised as policemen targeted a gathering of tribesmen and pro-government elders killing at least 50 people and injuring 120 others on Monday in Pakistan's unruly northwest.

INSIDE STORY: What really happened at Ramlila grounds

INSIDE STORY: What really happened at Ramlila grounds

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

It was a battle of wits between the Delhi police and Baba Ramdev in the crackdown on protestors and the yoga guru on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday. Sahim Salim reports

Afridi makes Pakistan look real threat

Afridi makes Pakistan look real threat

Rediff.com27 Feb 2011

Some almost comical fielding, not to mention hilarious batting mix-ups, could not disguise the very serious threat Pakistan are starting to pose at the World Cup after silencing a Sri Lankan crowd on Saturday.

PIX: How Chase revived West Indies after Yadavs inflict damage

PIX: How Chase revived West Indies after Yadavs inflict damage

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Roston Chase closed in on his fourth test hundred as he forged a century partnership with skipper Jason Holder to help West Indies to 295 for seven on the opening day of the second and final test against India on Friday.

Get set, assassinate, but virtually

Get set, assassinate, but virtually

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

It is an action-adventure game available for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

Does Modi really need this plane?

Does Modi really need this plane?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

'What kind of insensitivity does it take to get taxpayers to cough up for an aircraft costing a few billion for your personal use, at a time when the country you head is in so much trouble?' asks Sherna Gandhy.

UP mayor dons burkha to meet Mayawati, fails

UP mayor dons burkha to meet Mayawati, fails

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

Supriya Aron, the mayor of Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday claimed that local police officials had not allowed her to meet Chief Minister Mayawati during the latter's visit to the city.Aron told mediapersons that she disguised herself in a burqa and sneaked out of her house to meet Mayawati. But she was intercepted by some policemen who forcibly took her to the office of the deputy inspector general of police, where she was detained till the departure of the CM.

Why Cong is more happy than sad after counting day

Why Cong is more happy than sad after counting day

Rediff.com14 May 2011

For the Congress it has turned out to be a good Friday the 13th. The party has returned to power in Assam and Kerala. In West Bengal, it's back in power after almost four decades riding piggyback on its ally the Trinamool Congress.

How the IPL teams stand after the auction

How the IPL teams stand after the auction

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

The 2011 Indian Premier League Players' Auction proved to be a blessing in disguise for the top cricket stars around the world. A total of 127 players were sold in the two-day auction at the ITC Gardenia hotel in Bangalore, while 12 players were originally retained by the franchises ahead of the auction. Harish Kotian presents a list of auctioned players.

Another blow to India's beleaguered auto sector

Another blow to India's beleaguered auto sector

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

After the latest spike in crude oil prices, petrol prices could potentially go up to around Rs 90 a litre making a dent in the consumer's wallet. This, the analysts fear, will push the cost of vehicle ownership in the country, further reducing the demand potential for the industry.

Lawson says Hilfenhaus bowling is predictable

Lawson says Hilfenhaus bowling is predictable

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

Former pacer Geoff Lawson has said that Ben Hilfenhaus's removal of England skipper Andrew Strauss in the fifth Ashes Test does not disguise the bowler's glaring inadequacies in a series in which he is averaging 69.2 with the ball.

Unveiled: US army's 'hummingbird' spy drone!

Unveiled: US army's 'hummingbird' spy drone!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

The United States army has unveiled a pocket-sized spy drone disguised as a hummingbird -- it measures just 16 centimetres and weighs less than an AA battery. The mini spy plane can fly up to 11 miles an hour and took five years to develop at a cost of $ 4 million.

Germans say parcel bomb came from Greece

Germans say parcel bomb came from Greece

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

The packet was sent from Athens by air mail two days ago disguised as books and the explosive device hidden inside was "very similar" to the parcel bomb, which exploded on Tuesday at the Swiss embassy in Athens, German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere said.

Boos for boss Kalmadi at CWG opening

Boos for boss Kalmadi at CWG opening

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

A spectacular opening ceremony was still not able to disguise India's shortcomings in the build up to the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi.

Bollywood's Most Dashing Soldier? VOTE!

Bollywood's Most Dashing Soldier? VOTE!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Will Sidharth Malhotra top your list?

Djokovic wins fifth Dubai title; Sabalenka reigns in Doha

Djokovic wins fifth Dubai title; Sabalenka reigns in Doha

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

World number one Novak Djokovic eased past Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 6-4 to lift his fifth Dubai Tennis Championships title on Saturday, extending his unbeaten start to the 2020 season. Djokovic has now won 21 straight matches, including 18 this season, having already lifted the inaugural ATP Cup with Serbia and a record-extending eighth Australian Open title last month.

Images: India humiliate NZ to complete series whitewash

Images: India humiliate NZ to complete series whitewash

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

Images from 5th ODI played between India and New Zealand in Chennai on Friday.

PHOTOS: Chase keeps Windies afloat on Day 1

PHOTOS: Chase keeps Windies afloat on Day 1

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Roston Chase closed in on his fourth Test hundred as he forged a century partnership with skipper Jason Holder to help West Indies to 295 for seven on the opening day of the second and final Test against India.

Auto Expo: Fake auto parts found at China Pavilion

Auto Expo: Fake auto parts found at China Pavilion

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

Company officials said they had initiated action against the Chinese exhibitor responsible, but refused to elaborate. It could not be confirmed if any case had been registered with the police or with any authority.

Bollywood's fun Gujju characters!

Bollywood's fun Gujju characters!

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Sukanya Verma takes a look at some of Bollywood's most playful, popular Gujarati acts in recent times.

FDI shifting from China to India? 3 reasons why it's a joke!

FDI shifting from China to India? 3 reasons why it's a joke!

Rediff.com20 May 2020

'The belief that FDI will shift from China appears to be a strategy of politicians to keep the media busy, chasing irrelevant news to ward off pressure and questions about the government's plans to deal with COVID,' observes Debashis Basu.

Raja Sen: LSD, a damned masterpiece

Raja Sen: LSD, a damned masterpiece

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

Dibakar Banerjee's movie is bleak, bittersweet, funny and markedly unglamorous, and yet you come out humming the theme tune, your head blown clear off your shoulders.

Why you can't fool this computer

Why you can't fool this computer

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

Florida Atlantic University engineers say their technique is faster and works with low resolution images, such as those produced by standard CCTV cameras. It also solves variation problems caused by different light levels and shadows, viewing direction, pose, and facial expressions. It could even see through certain types of disguises, such as facial hair and glasses.

Buzz: Karunaratne reveals SL's new-look Test jersey

Buzz: Karunaratne reveals SL's new-look Test jersey

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Uncapped left-arm spinner Zafar Gohar has joined the test squad from the Pakistan A team currently in Hamilton.

I am a Unani doctor: Bhatkal claimed before capture

I am a Unani doctor: Bhatkal claimed before capture

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

Yasin Bhatkal, the man who carried a reward of Rs 75 lakh on his head and also a master of disguises and aliases, tried his luck for the last time when the Intelligence Bureau came knocking on his door in Nepal.

Is your office planning an off-site?

Is your office planning an off-site?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

It's meant to be a corporate rah-rah to encourage office bonding and bonhomie. But is it really, asks Kishore Singh.

Open source gains more traction

Open source gains more traction

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

IT budget cuts, an improved ecosystem and more maturity have boosted the demand for open source applications in Indian enterprises.

Important we play to our potential, says Dhoni

Important we play to our potential, says Dhoni

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

On the eve of the World Cup final, India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni praised his team, saying the players understands their role and responsibility, and help each other perform.

At Rs 14k, Samsung Galaxy M30 is a good budget phone

At Rs 14k, Samsung Galaxy M30 is a good budget phone

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Samsung Galaxy M30 is a good-looking phone with a good screen, battery and camera, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Despite injuries, India ready for tri(al) series

Despite injuries, India ready for tri(al) series

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

India will be without many key players in the tri-series due to injuries but captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni says it's a blessing in disguise as it presents them with an opportunity to test bench strength ahead of the 2011 World Cup.

Vital clues missed before Pathankot air base attack

Vital clues missed before Pathankot air base attack

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Many are also stating that there were some clues and lapses, which could have avoided this entire incident from becoming a debacle.

TN police succeed in capturing 'mock terrorists'

TN police succeed in capturing 'mock terrorists'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2009

The Indian Coastguard and Navy along with the police have launched a joint drill to test their preparedness in dealing with 26/11 type terror attacks.

PIX: Ireland skittled for 38 as England shatter dream

PIX: Ireland skittled for 38 as England shatter dream

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Ireland's dream of pulling off one of the biggest shocks in the history of Test cricket by beating England at Lord's were shattered as they collapsed to 38 all out to lose by 143 runs.

PHOTOS: WI record comfortable win to level series

PHOTOS: WI record comfortable win to level series

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

IMAGES from the 2nd T20 International played between India and West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday.

Delhi Capitals thrive with underdog tag

Delhi Capitals thrive with underdog tag

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

'No one expected that we would do this well. We play every game as if it's a do or die situation. We go out as the underdogs in each game and that helps us. Ricky (Ponting) always says that (starting as underdogs) gets the best out of everyone'