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Sheena Bora Trial: 'I will die soon if I don't get out of prison'

Sheena Bora Trial: 'I will die soon if I don't get out of prison'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

'I ask for bail in the name of justice.' 'Give me a chance to stay alive and see the trial till its end.'

Stealth guided missile destroyer Mormugao commissioned into Indian Navy

Stealth guided missile destroyer Mormugao commissioned into Indian Navy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

Singh said the warship's commissioning will boost India's maritime power.

De Kock fit to play and other injury updates for 3rd Test between NZ and SA

De Kock fit to play and other injury updates for 3rd Test between NZ and SA

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

The 24-year-old wicketkeeper injured the index finger on his right hand while fielding in South Africa's eight-wicket win in the second Test in Wellington and underwent scans earlier this week.

Agusta case: Christian Michel's bail pleas dismissed

Agusta case: Christian Michel's bail pleas dismissed

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

A Delhi Court on Friday dismissed the bail pleas of alleged middleman Christian Michel in connection with alleged AgustaWestland scam related corruption case filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation, and the money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate.

Covid: How Pfizer plans to resolve cold storage issues in India

Covid: How Pfizer plans to resolve cold storage issues in India

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

The company has developed detailed logistical plans and tools to support effective vaccine transport, storage, and temperature monitoring. Sohini Das and Ruchika Chitravanshi report.

HC dismisses Navlakha's plea seeking house arrest

HC dismisses Navlakha's plea seeking house arrest

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

A bench of Justices S B Shukre and G A Sanap dismissed the plea and said that if Navlakha had any grievances pertaining to the lack of medical aid and basic facilities at Taloja jail -- the grounds he had cited while seeking house arrest -- he should inform the special NIA court of the same.

Wrestling legend Sushil's Tokyo Olympic dreams over?

Wrestling legend Sushil's Tokyo Olympic dreams over?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) will go ahead with the trials in the men's freestyle 74kg category despite a postponement request from the injured Sushil Kumar. Sushil, who has been struggling to revive his career, has pulled out of Friday's trials citing a hand injury and had requested trials in his category to be postponed.

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.

Bilkis Bano case: SC to hear pleas against release of 11 convicts on Friday

Bilkis Bano case: SC to hear pleas against release of 11 convicts on Friday

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has also filed a separate plea challenging the grant of remission to the convicts by the Gujarat government.

7 Foods Diabetics Should Avoid

7 Foods Diabetics Should Avoid

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Starting your day with breakfast cereals or granola bars is something diabetic patients should totally avoid.

SC to hear plea challenging release of Bilkis Bano's rapists by Gujarat govt

SC to hear plea challenging release of Bilkis Bano's rapists by Gujarat govt

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to consider listing a plea challenging the grant of remission by the Gujarat government to 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano gangrape case.

How To LOSE WEIGHT in 30 DAYS

How To LOSE WEIGHT in 30 DAYS

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Do cardio (walking, jogging, running, swimming) for at least an hour for minimum five days per week and weight train for at least two days a week for an hour, suggests fitness expert Dr Shreyash Gujrathi.

PIX: Nadal destroys Ruud for 14th French Open title

PIX: Nadal destroys Ruud for 14th French Open title

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Despite all the trials and tribulations he suffered in the build-up, no one could prevent Nadal from lifting the Musketeers' Cup for a record-extending 14th time.

Jhajharia rewrites world record for Tokyo Paralympic berth

Jhajharia rewrites world record for Tokyo Paralympic berth

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

The Tokyo Paralympics slated to begin on August 24, will be Jhajharia's third Paralympics.

25 Muslim League workers sentenced to life in Kerala's double murder case

25 Muslim League workers sentenced to life in Kerala's double murder case

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Additional district and sessions judge Rajitha TH had on May 12 held the 25 accused guilty of the murder of Nooruddin and Hamsa, who were members of the AP Sunni party, a supporter of the Left front.

Australia recall Khawaja for Ashes

Australia recall Khawaja for Ashes

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Khawaja to battle Head for openers' spot as Australia name squad for first two Tests.

Sidhu gets 1-year rigorous imprisonment in 34-yr-old road rage case

Sidhu gets 1-year rigorous imprisonment in 34-yr-old road rage case

Rediff.com19 May 2022

A bench of Justices A M Khanwilkar and S K Kaul allowed the review plea filed by the victim's family on the issue of the sentence awarded to Sidhu.

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Michael Dalvi, who played first class cricket for Delhi, Tamil Nadu and Bengal, once hit a century against a fiery Malcolm Marshall and the West Indies. At 77, he has a razor sharp memory, a ready wit and is a rare cricketing treasure.

'We were a show of force to the enemy'

'We were a show of force to the enemy'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

'Not a single bullet was fired, but we were warning the enemy not to continue with their antics!' IAF Veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe finds out how the Light Combat Helicopter, which will be inducted into the IAF on October 3, was designed, developed and flown.

Ukraine war underlines need to be self-reliant in defence needs: Rajnath

Ukraine war underlines need to be self-reliant in defence needs: Rajnath

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

In an address at the Navy Commanders' Conference, he said 'jointness' in operations will be critical in any future wars and restructuring of military commands and establishment of theatre commands is the way ahead.

Life changing IPL deal for tennis-ball star 'Narine'

Life changing IPL deal for tennis-ball star 'Narine'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

For tennis-ball sensation Ramesh Kumar, the Rs 20 lakh contract with KKR has ensured that his father doesn't have to make a living as a cobbler and his mother no longer needs to criss-cross villages in Punjab's Fazilka district to sell bangles.

Cyclist Ronaldo scripts history in Asian c'ships

Cyclist Ronaldo scripts history in Asian c'ships

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

Indian freestyle wrestlers claim Asian team title in U-17 category

How Your Workplace Will Change in 2023

How Your Workplace Will Change in 2023

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

As employers eye quality talent, employees will enjoy an upper hand in demanding high pay, better benefits, remote work options and other perks, predicts Navneet Singh, CEO, Avsar, a talent management firm.

Trial by fire for Kohli's leadership as visitors seek redemption

Trial by fire for Kohli's leadership as visitors seek redemption

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

The series is out of bounds but Indian cricket is all set to enter a new era under the feisty Virat Kohli, whose leadership would be put through a trial by fire when the visitors seek redemption in the fourth and final Test against Australia starting in Sydney on Tuesday.

HAL gets cracking on Tejas Mark 2

HAL gets cracking on Tejas Mark 2

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

HAL is also integrating the Advanced Short Range Air-to-Air Missile onto the Mark 1A. Each Tejas will carry two of these missiles.

SC invokes special power to grant Azam Khan interim bail

SC invokes special power to grant Azam Khan interim bail

Rediff.com20 May 2022

The SC invoked its special power under Article 142 of the Constitution to grant relief to Khan.

Missing IAF AN 32 flight was not fitted with underwater locator

Missing IAF AN 32 flight was not fitted with underwater locator

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

This means that the search and rescue team has no exact idea about where the plane could have gone down on July 22.

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

The high court's order came on a plea by acquitted individual and Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd director Asif Balwa that the CBI has not placed on record the mandatory authority under the provisions of the CrPC.

Will Bolt accept professional football deal in Malta?

Will Bolt accept professional football deal in Malta?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Maltese champions Valletta FC said they hope to sign the eight-times Olympic gold medallist in time for him to participate in their Maltese Super Cup match on December 13 against Balzan.

Did Savarkar Influence Godse on Women?

Did Savarkar Influence Godse on Women?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Godse's choice fitted with the Hindutva world view in which the assertion of masculinity, power and virility -- both discursively and institutionally -- occupied the central position. His close association with Savarkar seems only to have sharpened his uncompromising views on women.

Cipla ready to partner in Covid vaccine distribution

Cipla ready to partner in Covid vaccine distribution

Rediff.com17 May 2021

However, Cipla was very clear it does not want to get into vaccine manufacturing.

Tokyo Olympics: The 8 contenders for Bolt's 100m crown

Tokyo Olympics: The 8 contenders for Bolt's 100m crown

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

With the retirement of three-time champion Usain Bolt, the 100m will have a new gold medallist at Tokyo 2020.

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Asiad pushback: 'It's a big, big, blow for me'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

For some, the delayed Asian Games means more time to rest and prepare, for others the postponement has "messed up" their planning.

An Indian American in the White House?

An Indian American in the White House?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

What would an Indian American president of the US look like, sound like and act like, especially on issues and policies pertaining to his or her 'mother-land'?, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Wrestler Geeta eyes Tokyo Olympics after giving birth

Wrestler Geeta eyes Tokyo Olympics after giving birth

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Veteran Indian wrestler Geeta Phogat expressed her desire to make a comeback and represent the country at the Tokyo Olympic Games next year. Geeta, who gave birth to her son in December, said the postponement of the Tokyo Games due to the coronavirus pandemic came as a blessing in disguise for her and will give more time to prepare for the mega-event.

INS Kavaratti commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Kavaratti commissioned into Indian Navy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Kavaratti has state-of-the-art weapons and sensor suite capable of detecting and prosecuting submarines.

On the cusp of 100th Test, Ishant Sharma stands tall

On the cusp of 100th Test, Ishant Sharma stands tall

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Ishant is on course to become only the second Indian fast bowler, after the great Kapil Dev, to complete 100 Tests for the country.

Nadal wins 14th French Open title, takes Grand Slam tally to 22

Nadal wins 14th French Open title, takes Grand Slam tally to 22

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal stretched his record of men's singles Grand Slam titles to 22

The making of 2022 Ranji Trophy Champions...

The making of 2022 Ranji Trophy Champions...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

MP was a good team but it was Pandit, who brought about changes that were required to transform it into a champion team

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

The top court rejected the contention of Sharma that he is mentally ill and said his medical report suggests he is stable.