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PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

PIX: Arsenal rally to hold Chelsea; City, United win

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Images from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

If Only India Hadn't Panicked!

If Only India Hadn't Panicked!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Australia came into the match better prepared and executed their plans to perfection while the Indians hit the panic button once the toss went against them.

Farm sector to grow 3.7% in Oct-Dec on kharif output

Farm sector to grow 3.7% in Oct-Dec on kharif output

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

The Gross Value Added (GVA) in agriculture and allied activities is projected to clock its best growth in FY23 during the October-to-December quarter, at 3.7 per cent, on the back of a strong kharif harvest, according to the second advance estimates of national income. In the third quarter of FY22, GVA in the sector was 2.3 per cent at constant prices. At current prices, the growth in the third quarter of this financial year is projected at 8.6 per cent, which is almost at the same level in the corresponding quarter of FY22.

PHOTOS: Cubs end 108 year title drought to win World Series Baseball

PHOTOS: Cubs end 108 year title drought to win World Series Baseball

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

The Chicago Cubs shed themselves of the "Curse of the Billy Goat" and ended a 108-year wait for a World Series title by beating the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in 10 innings on Wednesday in a thrilling Game Seven classic.

Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar reject reports of 30 MLAs submitting complaint

Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar reject reports of 30 MLAs submitting complaint

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Both of them said, the legislature party meeting has been called, most probably on Thursday, as part of a routine exercise to discuss various programmes and policies of the government, and to ensure coordination between government and party MLAs.

Need to justify why I am there on the field: Kohli

Need to justify why I am there on the field: Kohli

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

Following his 28th Test century during the fourth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, star Indian batter Virat Kohli said he did not need to prove anything to anyone.

Crop protection companies to reap bumper Q2 harvest

Crop protection companies to reap bumper Q2 harvest

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

After being underweight on domestic agrochemical companies and preferring global plays, brokerages believe that the former may perform better in the quarters ahead. Domestic crop protection companies have faced multiple headwinds over the past year and a half, given high inventory costs, pricing pressures, lower realisations in the generic segment, increased stocks due to lower infestations, and demand-led hits to volumes. Some of the overhang from previous quarters was reflected in the April-June quarter (first quarter, or Q1) of 2023-24 (FY24) as well, with aggregate revenues and operating profit for the sector down 12 per cent and 27 per cent, respectively.

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Rediff.com19 May 2023

With different agencies showing divergent predictions regarding the southwest monsoon, the central government and states are gearing up to face adversity with various line ministries reportedly being directed to undertake mock drills and hold preparatory meetings. Around 56 per cent of the net cultivable area of the country is rain-fed, accounting for 44 per cent of foodgrain production. The June-September rains contribute around 73 per cent of the annual precipitation.

Shubman Gill India's new all-format player?

Shubman Gill India's new all-format player?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

Shubman Gill, 23, already has a century in each of the three international formats.

Hamilton back on pole for first time since 2021

Hamilton back on pole for first time since 2021

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

It was Hamilton's first pole position since Saudi Arabia in December 2021.

Asia C'ship: Struggling with rhythm & form, Indian shuttlers face uphill task

Asia C'ship: Struggling with rhythm & form, Indian shuttlers face uphill task

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

With the main draw of the Asian Badminton Championships set to get underway from Wednesday, the struggling Indian shuttlers face an uphill task.

'The impact of El Nino is always a matter of concern'

'The impact of El Nino is always a matter of concern'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

'If because of El Nino, the monsoon is affected adversely in the current year, naturally it will affect income projections and consequently Budget numbers.'

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

"This warming trend is alarming," said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.

Raut hits back at ally Ajit Pawar, says spitting better than urinating

Raut hits back at ally Ajit Pawar, says spitting better than urinating

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The trigger was Raut spitting on the ground in front of cameras during a press conference on Friday when reporters sought his reaction to Shiv Sena MP Shrikant' Shinde's jibe targetting Uddhav Thackeray.

Will India Pick Ashwin For Final?

Will India Pick Ashwin For Final?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

India could field three spinners against Australia in the final.

World Archery: Aditi becomes youngest ever world champ; India bag best haul

World Archery: Aditi becomes youngest ever world champ; India bag best haul

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Aditi Swami became the youngest-ever senior world champion at 17 years when she secured India's first-ever individual title at the World Archery Championships with women's compound gold.

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Sunday's Formula One Grand Prix in Imola, which is close to many of the worst-hit areas, was called off in an effort to relieve pressure on emergency services and prevent motor racing fans from converging on the inundated region.

72% of Indian districts exposed to extreme floods, only 25% have...

72% of Indian districts exposed to extreme floods, only 25% have...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Despite high exposure to floods, Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim are the best performing states in terms of flood early warning systems (EWS), according to the report by independent policy research think tank The Council on Energy Environment and Water.

Modi reveals reason behind naming millets as 'Sri Anna'

Modi reveals reason behind naming millets as 'Sri Anna'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

'Sri Anna' means the best among all the food grains," Modi said.

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League

Dubai Open: Atwal wins to end four-year title drought

Dubai Open: Atwal wins to end four-year title drought

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Arjun Atwal ended a four-year title drought as he won the inaugural $ 500,000 Dubai Open at the Els Golf Club on Sunday.

NDA Better For Economy Than INDIA In 2024

NDA Better For Economy Than INDIA In 2024

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

What is most troubling is that not a single party that is part of INDIA has talked about any kind of reform and economic sense, argues R Jagannathan.

PIX: India's WC batting aspirants flop as WI level series

PIX: India's WC batting aspirants flop as WI level series

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Images from the second One-day International between West Indies and India at Kensington Oval, Barbados, on Saturday.

Rice Economy Faces Turmoil as El Nino Turns Up Heat

Rice Economy Faces Turmoil as El Nino Turns Up Heat

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

In the coming months, globally as well as in India, rice might remain a hot potato.

Women's WC PIX: Argentina, SA hopes dented by thrilling draw

Women's WC PIX: Argentina, SA hopes dented by thrilling draw

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Argentina and South Africa settled for an exciting 2-2 draw in their Women's World Cup Group G clash at Dunedin Stadium

Champions League PIX: Haaland lifts City; Barca win

Champions League PIX: Haaland lifts City; Barca win

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Roundup of Champions League matches played on Wednesday night

How Gill, Kohli drove India's strong reply vs Australia

How Gill, Kohli drove India's strong reply vs Australia

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Shubman Gill smashed a career-best 128 and Virat Kohli regained his form to fuel India's robust reply

WTC Final: Bharat or Kishan? Former Indian selector picks India's XI

WTC Final: Bharat or Kishan? Former Indian selector picks India's XI

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Former India selector Sandeep Singh picked India's playing XI for the WTC Final.

How Urban Flooding Affects Lives

How Urban Flooding Affects Lives

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Year by year, our cities remain defeated in the face of weather conditions, costing us time, money, resources and often lives, observe Amit Kapoor and Bibek Debroy.

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan's quick-fire goals sink AC Milan

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan's quick-fire goals sink AC Milan

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Inter Milan scored two early goals to secure an impressive 2-0 win over AC Milan in the Champions League semi-final first leg

EPL PHOTOS: Rooney ends goal drought; United go third

EPL PHOTOS: Rooney ends goal drought; United go third

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Wayne Rooney ended his eight-game Premier League scoring drought with a 2-0 victory against a dogged Sunderland.

HC raps BCCI, suggests shifting IPL out of drought-hit Maharashtra

HC raps BCCI, suggests shifting IPL out of drought-hit Maharashtra

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday said ideally the Indian Premier League matches should be shifted elsewhere, where there is no water crisis.

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

The Stars Who Steered India To WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The key performers who guided India to their second successive WTC final.

Euro 2016: Costa banking on Fabregas to help end goal drought

Euro 2016: Costa banking on Fabregas to help end goal drought

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Diego Costa has yet to open his account for Spain in five appearances, a perplexing state of affairs given his prolific form for Atletico Madrid last season and his blistering start at Chelsea.

Is the fairy tale of India's sugar sector facing multiple challenges?

Is the fairy tale of India's sugar sector facing multiple challenges?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

The last few years have been uncharacteristically good for the Indian sugar sector for a variety of reasons. While on the one hand, the weather supported good crop production; on the other hand, the programme to blend ethanol with petrol took off in a big way. The long-pending problem of burgeoning sugarcane arrears almost came down to nil and exports boomed to record highs.

Minister calls Udupi washroom video small incident blown out of proportion

Minister calls Udupi washroom video small incident blown out of proportion

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

A first information report (FIR) has been registered against three girl students of a paramedical college in Udupi over the alleged recording of a video of their fellow student in the college washroom recently, police sources said.

PIX: Napoli claim Serie A title after 33 years!

PIX: Napoli claim Serie A title after 33 years!

Rediff.com5 May 2023

But after an exceptional transfer window and with Luciano Spalletti at the helm, Napoli dominated the title race while their main rivals all suffered slumps during the season.

Ange becomes first Australian in the Premier League to...

Ange becomes first Australian in the Premier League to...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Tottenham Hotspur have appointed former Celtic coach Ange Postecoglou as their new manager on a four-year contract.

Europa League: Welbeck injured, Giroud ends goal drought

Europa League: Welbeck injured, Giroud ends goal drought

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

Arsenal and Chelsea were among seven teams to reach the Europa League knockout stage on Thursday, while last year's runners-up Olympique de Marseille were eliminated at the group phase.

What Sachin Told Virat After Guwahati 100

What Sachin Told Virat After Guwahati 100

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

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