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Southee's prophecy comes true as SL struggle on Day 1

Southee's prophecy comes true as SL struggle on Day 1

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

Tim Southee's prophecy before the start of the first Test against Sri Lanka came true on the opening day of the match as he took his eighth five-wicket haul at the Basin Reserve on Saturday.

7 dead, 65 hurt as NY buildings collapse

7 dead, 65 hurt as NY buildings collapse

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

A major explosion in New York caused by a gas leak flattened two Manhattan apartment buildings in a fireball, killing at least seven people and injuring 65 others.

Coronavirus lockdown: How to keep children busy

Coronavirus lockdown: How to keep children busy

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Owing to cancelled schedules, busy Bollywood celebrities are engaging in all sorts of fun activities with their brood.

'It is not wise to be an inflation nutter'

'It is not wise to be an inflation nutter'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

'People know if inflation is not within the tolerance band, then action will be taken so they do not expect inflation to rise above that.'

Community transmission of COVID-19 well-established: Experts

Community transmission of COVID-19 well-established: Experts

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

"It is unrealistic to expect that COVID-19 pandemic can be eliminated at this stage given that community transmission is already well-established across large sections or sub-populations in the country," the report said.

Cyclone Amphan toll rises to 85 in Bengal

Cyclone Amphan toll rises to 85 in Bengal

Rediff.com23 May 2020

With normal life thrown out of gear by the region's worst weather disasters, the authorities scrambled in various parts of the state to restore normalcy.

COVID-19 cases in India to peak between June 21-28: Study

COVID-19 cases in India to peak between June 21-28: Study

Rediff.com22 May 2020

The study has predicted that confirmed COVID-19 cases reported daily will show a rising graph till the end of June. "A clear downward trend in the confirmed cases is likely to be observed each day from the second week of July," Nandadulal Bairagi, a senior professor of Jadavpur University who was involved in the project told PTI.

Recipes: Kachoris for Holi

Recipes: Kachoris for Holi

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Maharaj Jodharam Choudhary of the Khandani Rajdhani has special Holi recipes for you.

Typhoon Pablo rips through Philippines

Typhoon Pablo rips through Philippines

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Nearly 200,000 people have been rendered homeless and 475 confirmed dead after the Philippines' worst typhoon this year, officials said on Wednesday, as the government appealed for international help.

Pakistan: 350 killed in deadly quake, search for survivors on

Pakistan: 350 killed in deadly quake, search for survivors on

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

The death toll in the devastating earthquake that struck havoc in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province rose to 217 on Wednesday, amid fears that it is likely to go up.

US Open PIX: Fearless Fernandez stuns Svitolina to enter semis

US Open PIX: Fearless Fernandez stuns Svitolina to enter semis

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Images from Day 9 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Wednesday.

Growing a thut? Here's how you can get rid of it

Growing a thut? Here's how you can get rid of it

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Follow this quick and easy workout that will lift, tone and add definition to your thigh and butt!

When will COVID-19 end in India? Here's the answer

When will COVID-19 end in India? Here's the answer

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

According to a study done by Singapore University of Technology and Design Data, coronavirus will 100 per cent end across the world on December 8.

COVID/USA: 'We haven't seen the worst yet'

COVID/USA: 'We haven't seen the worst yet'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

'The question is really can we prevent half a million deaths.' 'We are fast approaching that number.'

Are you ready for the Citroen?

Are you ready for the Citroen?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Making a debut in India with an SUV, Citroen's products in the next couple of years will clearly chart and define its destiny in what has become both a vibrant but also a daunting market for foreign entrants, says Pavan Lall.

Unable to get body home, migrant's family conducts dummy funeral

Unable to get body home, migrant's family conducts dummy funeral

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Crippled by poverty and the coronavirus lockdown, Sunil's family in Dumrikhurd village in Chauri Chaura police station area was forced to conduct a dummy funeral for him, setting an effigy on fire.

RBI rules out rate cut any time soon

RBI rules out rate cut any time soon

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Although there is headroom for further monetary policy action, at this juncture it is important to keep our arsenal dry and use it judiciously: RBI's Das.

How to keep your teeth healthy in the lockdown

How to keep your teeth healthy in the lockdown

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Brushing and flossing twice a day, rinsing your mouth after every meal will be a lot kinder to your mouth and wallet, advises Dr Aaditi Mahajan.

Ecommerce firms ask govt for 6-month curfew passes

Ecommerce firms ask govt for 6-month curfew passes

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

The companies have asked for digital curfew passes as e-retailers feel if more lockdowns are ordered after April 14, it is extremely difficult and time-consuming process to acquire the passes from local authorities.

Rise and fall in Indo-US trade over the years

Rise and fall in Indo-US trade over the years

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Trade has grown steadily since 2004, before flattening out in the past couple of years.

Hurricane Sandy: Then to now, a year later in photos

Hurricane Sandy: Then to now, a year later in photos

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Then and now photographs of Hurricane Sandy tell a remarkable story of how New York and New Jersey's effort to rebuild the cities a year after the disaster.

COVID-19: Maha says situation 'alarming'; meeting today

COVID-19: Maha says situation 'alarming'; meeting today

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

A day after reporting 4,092 COVID-19 cases, highest single-day tally in more than a month, Maharashtra saw the daily count fall on Monday but it remained above 3,000 for the sixth straight day as the state government termed the situation as 'alarming' and warned of 'harsh decisions' after the recent spike.

'There will be a return to CAA/NRC soon'

'There will be a return to CAA/NRC soon'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'At a time when the economy is depressed, a pandemic is raging, and the Chinese are making noises on the border, the NRC could be resuscitated.'

Don't have an answer right now on IPL, says Ganguly

Don't have an answer right now on IPL, says Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Tuesday said he "doesn't have an answer" on the fate of this year's Indian Premier League amid a nationwide lockdown to combat the coronavirus pandemic. The Board of Control for Cricket in India suspended the 13th edition of IPL, originally scheduled from March 29, to April 15 after government suspended all visas, barring few categories like diplomatic and employment, making it impossible for foreign players to participate.

Mom's recipe: How to make Rasmalai

Mom's recipe: How to make Rasmalai

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Rediff reader Annapoorni shares a dessert recipe she learned from her mother Dr D Leela Devi.

Sunrisers lost the plot after Mishra's 16th over

Sunrisers lost the plot after Mishra's 16th over

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

Turning Point: Mishra's 16th over.

India footballer Indumathi dons COVID-19 role

India footballer Indumathi dons COVID-19 role

Rediff.com26 May 2020

The nationwide lockdown has transformed many otherwise buzzing streets across the country into tranquil expanses. It is on a few of such streets filled with ghastly echoes that the quaint figure of a female police officer goes about her duty with her colleagues, making sure that movement is restricted amongst the people in order to flatten the proverbial curve. Wearing the traditional khaki uniform of the Tamil Nadu Police -- a surgical mask stretched over her face, and a pair of gloves pulled over her hands for protection, India women's team midfielder Indumathi Kathiresan is barely recognisable to those stopped by her for checking on the streets of Anna Nagar, Chennai.

Alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in 4 southern states

Alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in 4 southern states

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

The four states and the UT registered a total of 20,701 cases on Thursday.

PM announces Rs 1,500 cr for Amphan-hit Bengal, Odisha

PM announces Rs 1,500 cr for Amphan-hit Bengal, Odisha

Rediff.com22 May 2020

Modi reviewed the situation in West Bengal and Odisha with chief ministers Mamata Banerjee and Naveen Patnaik, two days after the cyclone, the worst in years, devastated their states.

Can India's pacers swing saliva-less kookaburra in Australia?

Can India's pacers swing saliva-less kookaburra in Australia?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Former speed merchant Brett Lee reckons Australia's pace trio would hold the key during the year-end home Test series against India and is keen to figure out how much the kookaburra ball swings without saliva Down Under.

FY21 GDP growth likely to remain negative: RBI Guv

FY21 GDP growth likely to remain negative: RBI Guv

Rediff.com22 May 2020

As he projected a grim outlook for the economy, RBI Governor said that amidst this encircling gloom, agriculture and allied activities have provided a beacon of hope on the back of an increase of 3.7 per cent in foodgrains production to a new record.

PICS: India trounce Australia in second Test to level series

PICS: India trounce Australia in second Test to level series

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Images from Day 4 of the second Test between Australia and India, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, on Tuesday.

Aus coach Arthur defends Doherty's selection

Aus coach Arthur defends Doherty's selection

Rediff.com3 Mar 2013

Xavier Doherty hardly troubled the Indian batsmen but Australian coach Mickey Arthur defended left-arm spinner's inclusion in the side, saying he was the best choice keeping in mind the way hosts handle off-spinners.

CL Photos: Classy Bayern in charge after 3-1 win at Arsenal

CL Photos: Classy Bayern in charge after 3-1 win at Arsenal

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

The Bayern Munich juggernaut rolled on with a 3-1 first-leg win over an Arsenal side lacking confidence and ill-equipped to stop the German giants seizing control of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday.

No one has asked me but ready to open if needed: Vihari

No one has asked me but ready to open if needed: Vihari

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Hanuma Vihari said he won't mind taking up the opener's role if the team management asks after India's inexperienced opening options were technically exposed by a second-string New Zealand XI attack on the opening day of the warm-up game in Hamilton, on Friday. Coming in at No. 6, Vihari scored a hundred but Mayank Agarwal, Prithvi Shaw and Shubman Gill were dismissed early, undone by the extra bounce and seam movement during the match against New Zealand XI.

Recipes: How to make murg poha biryani

Recipes: How to make murg poha biryani

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Executive Chef Dinesh Mhatre of Hilton Mumbai International Airport shares three signature Maharashtrian recipes.

Major earthquake hits China, 161 killed

Major earthquake hits China, 161 killed

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

At least 72 people were killed and hundreds of others injured on Saturday, when a powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked southwest China's Sichuan province causing massive destruction.

Coronavirus spoils the show for media and entertainment business

Coronavirus spoils the show for media and entertainment business

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Finding enough shows to air, creating content that gets people to pay and watch and wooing advertisers back into the fold are going to be the biggest challenges the M&E industry faces.

Infosys slashes debt MF exposure by $1 bn

Infosys slashes debt MF exposure by $1 bn

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

Cash-rich IT giant Infosys slashed its exposure to liquid mutual funds by a whopping Rs 5,600 crore (over $1 billion) during the first quarter of 2013, as yields on such investments are expected to flatten.

LoC residents seek grant for building bunkers

LoC residents seek grant for building bunkers

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

People living in areas close to Line of Control in Kashmir are demanding special grant for construction of bunkers to escape shelling as India and Pakistan have resumed hostilities by heavy firing at each others' position.