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Ashwin strongly responds to PCB chief's 'respect' jibe

Ashwin strongly responds to PCB chief's 'respect' jibe

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

'Respect doesn't come with wins or losses,' Ashwin on Ramiz Raja's statement

IPL PIX: Pooran, Krunal shine as LSG rally to beat SRH

IPL PIX: Pooran, Krunal shine as LSG rally to beat SRH

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Nicholas Pooran's sensational late cameo powered Lucknow Super Giants to a seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Rediff.com31 May 2023

I feel it is utterly silly to disproportionately celebrate academic achievements in school and college when there is so much life and transformation by life yet to happen, states Shyam G Menon.

Temporary jails in Assam as crackdown on child marriage continues

Temporary jails in Assam as crackdown on child marriage continues

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The opposition has criticised the manner in which the drive against child marriage was being carried out, equating the police action with "terrorising people".

IPL PIX: SRH stun Royals in last-ball thriller

IPL PIX: SRH stun Royals in last-ball thriller

Rediff.com8 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Rajasthan Royals and SunRisers Hyderabad in Jaipur on Sunday.

'Dishonourable act': Varun turns down Oxford union invite to speak on Modi govt

'Dishonourable act': Varun turns down Oxford union invite to speak on Modi govt

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament Varun Gandhi has turned down the Oxford Union's invite to speak at a debate on whether India is on the right path under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he sees no merit or integrity in voicing domestic challenges at an international forum and that such a step will be a "dishonourable act".

Buyer Liable To Pay EMI To Builder

Buyer Liable To Pay EMI To Builder

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

A National Commission order held that the buyer was the borrower and so the bank was entitled to demand the EMI payments from him.

Turning Point: Tim David's Cameo

Turning Point: Tim David's Cameo

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Watching the winning runs at the non-striker's end was David, the unsung hero of the game, who finished unbeaten with 20 off 9 balls, a vital contribution in the context of the win.

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Preparation For Biparjoy Paid Dividends

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

No lives were lost after cyclone Biparjoy made landfall. Preparations for Biparjoy were not only extensive, they were also telecast far and wide. Ahead of the cyclone's landfall, Shyam G Menon observes there was considerable publicity on how much the government was geared up to face the storm and its aftermath.

WB polls: Equations, strategies and hopes

WB polls: Equations, strategies and hopes

Rediff.com16 Apr 2011

A brief overview of North Bengal districts' constituencies

PHOTOS: SRH dominate Punjab with 8-wicket victory

PHOTOS: SRH dominate Punjab with 8-wicket victory

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Young leaders will get their chance, no substitute for experience: Gehlot

Young leaders will get their chance, no substitute for experience: Gehlot

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

He also said his equation with the Gandhi family will remain the same as it has been for the last 50 years.

SKY plays down Lucknow pitch controversy

SKY plays down Lucknow pitch controversy

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Whatever we get in future we will go with it. It's completely fine'

Bigg Boss 16: Salman Gets UPSET With...

Bigg Boss 16: Salman Gets UPSET With...

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Salman Khan pulls up Shalin for acting all innocent and not realising that he is equally guilty in the situation and for not maintaining distance from Sumbul.

Want To Watch Gangubai Kathiawadi At Home?

Want To Watch Gangubai Kathiawadi At Home?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Netflix, who were scheduled to stream Gangubai Kathiawadi a month after its theatrical release, has been 'requested' to postpone their streaming plans by at least a month, to allow the film to grow in the cinemas.

Grievance redressal method of e-com players not up to mark

Grievance redressal method of e-com players not up to mark

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

The grievance redressal mechanism of many big e-commerce players is not up to the mark as the number of complaints received by the National Consumer Helpline has risen sharply over the last four years, Consumer Affairs Secretary Rohit Kumar Singh said on Thursday. Addressing an event organised by the Public Affairs Forum of India (PAFI), Singh said the number of complaints registered on the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has gone up to 90,000 in November compared to 40,000 in the same month last year. "Four years back, the number of complaints pertaining to e-commerce transactions was 8 per cent of the total complaints.

Smartphones: Apple Ahead Of Samsung

Smartphones: Apple Ahead Of Samsung

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Whoever can make acquiring smartphones more affordable will win the sales game.

Karnataka Victory: A Long Walk For Congress To Delhi

Karnataka Victory: A Long Walk For Congress To Delhi

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Post-Karnataka, it would be a mistake to underestimate the BJP. It should be amply clear by now that the Right-Wing is more an elaborate theatre than a single scene, actor or play, warns Shyam G Menon.

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

New Parliament will witness our journey towards Viksit Bharat: Modi

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Modi said the new Parliament reflected the aspirations and resolve of the "new India" to set and work towards achieving new targets.

Why Hardik Gave Umran The Last Over In 2nd T20I

Why Hardik Gave Umran The Last Over In 2nd T20I

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'With his pace it's always going to be tough to get 18 runs.'

PIX: Sevilla rally to hold Manchester United; Juventus win

PIX: Sevilla rally to hold Manchester United; Juventus win

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Manchester United conceded two late own goals to allow Sevilla to snatch a 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final at Old Trafford on Thursday.

Rate Hike: Realtors Feel The Pinch

Rate Hike: Realtors Feel The Pinch

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

'The rising cost of construction, the cost of doing business, high compliance, and inflation/interest rates going up have already reduced returns to single digits.'

Dahaad Review: Sonakshi Packs A Punch

Dahaad Review: Sonakshi Packs A Punch

Rediff.com12 May 2023

For those who believed in her talent since Lootera, Dahaad is a truly rewarding experience, observes Sukanya Verma.

Read books: Akhilesh on controversy over his Jinnah remark

Read books: Akhilesh on controversy over his Jinnah remark

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday sought to defend his widely criticised statement equating Muhammad Ali Jinnah with Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Jawaharlal Nehru and saying they helped India get freedom even as an Uttar Pradesh minister suggested a narco test for him for 'glorifying' the founder of Pakistan.

Buying A Joint Property? Know Tax Rules

Buying A Joint Property? Know Tax Rules

Rediff.com11 May 2023

'Individuals can consider dividing ownership of properties between related persons to ensure that the sale transactions are below the Rs 50 lakh limit and therefore not subject to TDS.'

Bigg Boss 16: Are Priyanka-Ankit Dating? VOTE!

Bigg Boss 16: Are Priyanka-Ankit Dating? VOTE!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

The contestants, including Priyanka's friend Archana Gautam, are convinced that the couple is putting up a show.

IPL PHOTOS: KKR stay alive with thrilling win over PBKS

IPL PHOTOS: KKR stay alive with thrilling win over PBKS

Rediff.com9 May 2023

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings in Kolkata on Monday.

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Race Across America -- which spans a little over 3,000 miles, from the west coast of the US to its east -- is often called the toughest race in the world. Indian cyclists are now returning multiple finishes at RAAM including podium positions within age categories, discovers Shyam G Menon.

UAE deal poses a survival challenge for Indian bullion refineries

UAE deal poses a survival challenge for Indian bullion refineries

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Gold import from the UAE at a lower rate of duty -- in terms of an agreement -- has posed a survival challenge for the Indian refining industry while hurting the price discovery of the metal, with the India International Bullion Exchange starting operations at GIFT City. The problem has arisen after the government signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE. Under it, Indian jewellery manufacturers have been allowed to import gold at a concessional rate of 14 per cent against 15 per cent, which is normal.

Bigg Boss 15: Is Karan the new MASTERMIND?

Bigg Boss 15: Is Karan the new MASTERMIND?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Karan's masterstroke works, and the equations in the house are changing quickly.

PIX! Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar star as MI down PBKS

PIX! Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar star as MI down PBKS

Rediff.com4 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mohali on Wednesday.

EMI Pinch: Explore Home Loan Transfer

EMI Pinch: Explore Home Loan Transfer

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

While most borrowers calculate the gain they stand to make from switching to a lower interest rate, they often fail to take into account all the costs.

'Markets Won't Enter Bear Territory Anytime Soon'

'Markets Won't Enter Bear Territory Anytime Soon'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

'Markets could face uncertainty in the short to medium term.' 'It would be prudent to invest in alternative asset classes, especially debt, for about a year.' 'Bank fixed deposits are offering rates as high as 9 per cent per annum and these can be used as a great hedging tool until equity markets stabilise.'

Bulldozing of houses in name of probe not provided under law: Gauhati HC

Bulldozing of houses in name of probe not provided under law: Gauhati HC

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

The Batadrava police station was set on fire on May 21 by an irate mob following the alleged custodial death of a local fish trader, Safikul Islam (39), who was picked up by the police the night before.

Hales, Buttler bat England to victory over Australia

Hales, Buttler bat England to victory over Australia

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

"The way we defended our score was outstanding. It looked like the game was getting away from us, so to drag it back like that was really impressive," said man-of-the-match Hales.

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Delhi Capitals look to corner under-pressure Rahul's LSG

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Neither DC nor LSG look like outfits that give you the vibe of a champion side

FIFA WC: Germany just wants a win, not a big score

FIFA WC: Germany just wants a win, not a big score

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

"It is important to simultaneously monitor the other game because you can adapt your strategy a bit accordingly," said Mueller.

'Inflation in the kitchen defeated the BJP'

'Inflation in the kitchen defeated the BJP'

Rediff.com13 May 2023

'The wife will not only abuse her husband for giving her less money, but also abuse the government.' 'Look at the price of a cooking gas cylinder, it is Rs 1,200.'

SC agrees hear plea for review of money laundering Act verdict

SC agrees hear plea for review of money laundering Act verdict

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to list a plea seeking review of its order upholding the Enforcement Directorate's powers related to arrest, attachment of property involved in money laundering, search and seizure under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

Why BJP In Karnataka Is Not In Good Health

Why BJP In Karnataka Is Not In Good Health

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'There is a conscious move by the BJP to distance itself from the current state leadership.'