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Now, players banned from handing towels to ball-kids

Now, players banned from handing towels to ball-kids

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Players will be banned from handing their towels to ball-kids at next week's BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells in an effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, organisers said on Friday.

LOVE GURU: Is my boyfriend bored of me?

LOVE GURU: Is my boyfriend bored of me?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

'You shouldn't marry because the relationship has become a habit', warns Love Guru.

How Tendulkar inspired Shafali's cricketing journey

How Tendulkar inspired Shafali's cricketing journey

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Five years ago, a starry-eyed Shafali Verma wrestled through a vociferous crowd at the nondescript Lahli ground in Haryana to get a glimpse of her idol Sachin Tendulkar, the moment that inspired the then 10-year-old to take up the game.

ASK ANU: 'He finds a million ways to torture my sister'

ASK ANU: 'He finds a million ways to torture my sister'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Modi announces Rs 20 lakh crore special economic package

Modi announces Rs 20 lakh crore special economic package

Rediff.com12 May 2020

The Rs 20 lakh crore package includes Rs 1.7 lakh crore package of free foodgrains to the poor and cash to poor women and elderly, announced in March, as well as the Reserve Bank's liquidity measures and interest rate cuts.

Woman stabbed to death during robbery bid in Delhi

Woman stabbed to death during robbery bid in Delhi

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

A 25-year-old woman was stabbed to death while resisting a chain-snatching bid in northwest Delhi's Adarsh Nagar area, police said on Sunday.

Delhi club cricketer Dobal succumbs to COVID-19

Delhi club cricketer Dobal succumbs to COVID-19

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Well-known club cricketer and former Delhi Under-23 support staff Sanjay Dobal died on Monday morning after failing to recover from COVID-19 infection, a source close to the family said. Dobal was 53 years old and is survived by his wife and two sons -- elder Siddhant, who plays first-class cricket for Rajasthan and younger Ekansh, who made his debut for Delhi U-23 side.

Kashmiri Pandits' protest continues; employees demand relocation

Kashmiri Pandits' protest continues; employees demand relocation

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The protesters have been demanding their relocation to safe environments in the wake of a spurt in the attacks on the minority community members in the valley.

CSR spend by listed companies highest-ever in FY19

CSR spend by listed companies highest-ever in FY19

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The biggest spend (Rs 4,406 crore) was for Schedule VII (II), which involves "promoting education, including special education and employment enhancing vocation skills, especially among children, women, elderly and the differently abled and livelihood enhancement projects". The FY19 spend was 17.2 per cent higher than Rs 1,0128.3 crore spent during the previous year.

Who are these COVID-19 warriors?

Who are these COVID-19 warriors?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Femina magazine salutes the indomitable spirit and selfless service of 15 women who have contributed to fighting the deadly pandemic.

When Saina matched up to Serena, Sharapova

When Saina matched up to Serena, Sharapova

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal is placed fourth in the list headed by American tennis legend Serena Williams followed by Maria Sharapova and elder sister Venus.

BJP govt won't last for more than 2 years: Mamata

BJP govt won't last for more than 2 years: Mamata

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

The chief minister, speaking at her first major political rally after the Lok Sabha polls, also said the party will launch a statewide protest on July 26, demanding return of black money "siphoned off" by the BJP.

Do your eyes feel dry and itchy?

Do your eyes feel dry and itchy?

Rediff.com10 May 2015

Dry eyes, also known as the dry eye syndrome, refers to a condition in which a person's eyes are unable to produce a sufficient amount or quality of tears essential to keep them moisturised.

Farmers to burn copies of agri laws on Lohri

Farmers to burn copies of agri laws on Lohri

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

They also said they will observe the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on January 23 as 'Azad Hind Kisan Diwas'.

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The OTT treasure is brimming again with tons of treats in various genres and languages. Sukanya Verma suggests what you can catch this week.

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

'A male constable addressed my mother using profanities.' 'They said nothing could save our home from being bulldozed.' 'They want to make my father their sacrificial goat.'

Cavalcades of tractors set out for R-Day parade in Delhi

Cavalcades of tractors set out for R-Day parade in Delhi

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Tractors carried the flags of the unions, some sported the tricolour, and also posters with slogans of 'Kisan Ekta Zindabad', 'No Farmer, No Food' and 'Kaale Kanoon Radd Karo'.

Safety of minors a shared responsibility, says Goa CM

Safety of minors a shared responsibility, says Goa CM

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, who has drawn criticism over his remark about to the gang-rape of two girls, on Friday said his statement was taken out of context, and added that the safety of minors has to be a "shared responsibility".

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Rahul knew this was coming. That 'dirt' would be dug up.

Day 11: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 11: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Valieva dominates the ice despite doping scandal

There will be no winning side in Ukraine war: India at UN

There will be no winning side in Ukraine war: India at UN

Rediff.com6 May 2022

India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti said India remains on the side of peace.

Govt-farmers talks: No breakthrough yet, next meet on Dec 9

Govt-farmers talks: No breakthrough yet, next meet on Dec 9

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Farmer leaders said the government sought more time for internal consultations to present a final proposal in the next meeting to resolve the issue.

Outside Apollo: Praying for a miracle

Outside Apollo: Praying for a miracle

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar spent Monday outside the Apollo hospital, Chennai, along with hundreds of AIADMK supporters praying for Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's health.

'Government of India should own responsibility of universal vaccination'

'Government of India should own responsibility of universal vaccination'

Rediff.com29 May 2021

'The vaccine policy should be such that all people should get the vaccine free.'

Girl killed in Pakistan for helping friend elope

Girl killed in Pakistan for helping friend elope

Rediff.com6 May 2016

A Pakistani teenage girl was drugged, strangled and her body set on fire for allegedly helping her friend to elope

Ask ANU: 'My wife has started behaving strangely'

Ask ANU: 'My wife has started behaving strangely'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Bengal sees over 78% polling in fifth phase, EC says polling peaceful

Bengal sees over 78% polling in fifth phase, EC says polling peaceful

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

Over one crore voters are eligible to exercise their franchise to decide the political fate of 342 candidates.

Govt recruits volunteers to monitor social media posts

Govt recruits volunteers to monitor social media posts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The volunteers are asked to keep an eye on posts which are against the sovereignty and integrity of India, against the defence of India, against the security of the state, against friendly relations with foreign states, content aimed at disturbing public order, disturbing communal harmony and child sex abuse material.

Will Mamata indulge Sushmita like Rahul did?

Will Mamata indulge Sushmita like Rahul did?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

In the Congress, Sushmita Dev enjoyed the indulgence of the Gandhi family. She has been true to them and has been graceful in her gratitude to the party that gave her unparalleled political opportunities.

10 Best Films From Around The World

10 Best Films From Around The World

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

A beautiful documentary from Delhi. A shocking satire that spares no one. A thriller about a serial killer in Iran. A Pakistan film about family secrets... Aseem Chhabra lists the best films he saw in Cannes.

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'From a teenager who struggled with low self-esteem to representing India at Miss Teen Universe, I've really worked hard to become someone I'm proud of.'

64.12% votes cast in 1st phase of polling in Jharkhand

64.12% votes cast in 1st phase of polling in Jharkhand

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

The fate of 189 candidates, including 15 women nominees, will be decided in the first phase of the polling in Chatra, Gumla, Bishunpur, Lohardaga, Manika, Latehar, Panki, Daltonganj, Bishrampur, Chhatarpur, Hussainabad, Garhwa and Bhawanathpur.

No Aarogya Setu? Fliers can give self-declaration

No Aarogya Setu? Fliers can give self-declaration

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The ministry of civil aviation said on Thursday that about a third of operations will be allowed under strict norms when domestic flight services restart on Monday after a two-month hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, and all the airlines will have to adhere to the upper and lower limits of fares prescribed by the government.

Asaram's son Narayan Sai convicted in rape case

Asaram's son Narayan Sai convicted in rape case

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The sessions court in Surat which convicted Narayan Sai will pronounce the sentence on April 30.

5 Films That Never Got Their Due

5 Films That Never Got Their Due

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

There are so many female-oriented movies, from Mother India to Arth to Pink. But there are some absolute gems that never got their due.

I stick to my words: Mamata to contest from Nandigram

I stick to my words: Mamata to contest from Nandigram

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Announcing the name of candidates for the West Bengal assembly polls, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday said she will be contesting from the Nandigram constituency as announced earlier.

The Pakistani who helped Indian students in Ukraine

The Pakistani who helped Indian students in Ukraine

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'In many cases, I didn't take money because the Indian students had run out of cash.' 'The biggest high was the blessings that these students's parents used to give me on the phone or send messages thanking me on WhatsApp.'

For advertisers, old is now gold

For advertisers, old is now gold

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

60-plus men and women who live independent lives are becoming the cynosure of ad men's eyes.

'I love a married colleague. I don't want to break his home'

'I love a married colleague. I don't want to break his home'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is engaged to my good friend

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is engaged to my good friend

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.