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'Satya Nadella is a Beatles fan'

'Satya Nadella is a Beatles fan'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

He also participated in horse riding.

Yuvraj should not be crucified nor should he be written off: Tendulkar

Yuvraj should not be crucified nor should he be written off: Tendulkar

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

India's batting icon Sachin Tendulkar came out in support of Yuvraj Singh, who received a lot of his criticism for his batting failure against Sri Lanka in the final of ICC World Twenty20, in Dhaka, on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Sexy cheerleaders, hot Preity sizzle in IPL 7

PHOTOS: Sexy cheerleaders, hot Preity sizzle in IPL 7

Rediff.com16 May 2014

With their batsmen in top form, the Kings XI Punjab cheerleaders are left with a lot of work to do in IPL 7.

Snapshots from Cannes will make you wish you were there too

Snapshots from Cannes will make you wish you were there too

Rediff.com15 May 2014

So good, they'll make you reach for your vacation planner!

PIX: How Lisa, Sunny, Bipasha beat the summer heat

PIX: How Lisa, Sunny, Bipasha beat the summer heat

Rediff.com12 May 2014

How to keep it cool in the blazing hot summers? Take a cue from Bollywood's hottest stars!

'The Asia Cup has been a good learning experience for me'

'The Asia Cup has been a good learning experience for me'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

India's stand-in skipper Virat Kohli has said it was a good learning experience for him leading the side.

Voices: 'You have to vote -- that's our right'

Voices: 'You have to vote -- that's our right'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

With polling in Mumbai just three days away, everyone has an opinion about the next government in the country, and merchants and shopowners at Colaba Causeway aren't far behind. Patrick Ward took a stroll along the area asking them who they would like to see in the seat of power.

IPL PHOTOS: Chennai Super Kings ease to first win

IPL PHOTOS: Chennai Super Kings ease to first win

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Daredevils in Abu Dhabi, on Monday.

Sachin Tendulkar has left an ever-lasting legacy: Yohan Blake

Sachin Tendulkar has left an ever-lasting legacy: Yohan Blake

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Sprint superstar Yohan Blake's love for cricket is quite evident. The Jamaican paid rich tribute to batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar.

Vijay Hazare: Karnataka seal last-8 berth

Vijay Hazare: Karnataka seal last-8 berth

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Devdutt Padikkal continued his terrific form ahead of the IPL with a third successive century as the defending champions stormed into the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinals

All about the row over GM crops

All about the row over GM crops

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

It is past time for India to revisit the question of cultivating Bt brinjal hybrids that have been field-tested in the country.

Anushka: May all your dreams come true!

Anushka: May all your dreams come true!

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Petrol price hiked by Rs 1.69/litre, diesel by Rs 0.50

Petrol price hiked by Rs 1.69/litre, diesel by Rs 0.50

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

The hike, effective Monday midnight, excludes local sales tax or VAT and the actual increase will be higher, varying from city to city.

'Akhil's heart was thumping away like a Mahindra tractor'

'Akhil's heart was thumping away like a Mahindra tractor'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

We bring you an exclusive extract from Atulya Mahajan's book Amreekandesi: Masters of America.

'Markets at all-time high: Book some MF profits'

'Markets at all-time high: Book some MF profits'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

'Don't jump to conclusions regarding Gurunath'

'Don't jump to conclusions regarding Gurunath'

Rediff.com23 May 2013

IPL chairman Rajeev Shukla said people should not "jump to conclusion" that BCCI supremo N Srinivasan's son-in-law Gurunath Meiyappan was allegedly involved in the current IPL spot-fixing scandal till the police complete their investigations.

Panicked telcos shell out vast sums for spectrum

Panicked telcos shell out vast sums for spectrum

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

The auctions for spectrum in the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands came to an end on Thursday after 10 days of aggressive bidding by the country's major telecom operators.

Lack of interest in Taylor, White surprises Dravid

Lack of interest in Taylor, White surprises Dravid

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

A bunch of quality international cricketers went unsold on the first day of the IPL 7 players' auction, but what surprised former India captain Rahul Dravid the most was that hard-hitting Kiwi batsman Ross Taylor and Australia's Cameron White did not find a buyer.

Pietersen pays the price... for England's failure!

Pietersen pays the price... for England's failure!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

'To make Kevin Pietersen the scapegoat is an easy way out for the ECB. It is about not accepting collective failure and brushing the reality under the carpet. It also is about taking your best player for granted. It is not that the ECB bosses do not recognise Pietersen's rare talent,' says Bikash Mohapatra. 'It is just that they cannot accept that such genius is accompanied by a temperament that needs to be dealt with delicately.'

US firms back India's case on immigration Bill

US firms back India's case on immigration Bill

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

IBM writes to US Congress; Premji meets Biden

Subrata Roy moves SC seeking permission to go abroad

Subrata Roy moves SC seeking permission to go abroad

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Senior advocate C A Sundaram, appearing for Roy, submitted that his client has some business overseas and he is needed there.

The new tech palaces: visionary HQs, or cursed trophies?

The new tech palaces: visionary HQs, or cursed trophies?

Rediff.com28 May 2013

Can these tech giants survive the curse on their new HQs?

i10, Octavia competing for the 'World Car of the Year' award

i10, Octavia competing for the 'World Car of the Year' award

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

The cars will be competing with the likes of BMW, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche.

From Kabul to Guangzhou, SpiceJet goes global

From Kabul to Guangzhou, SpiceJet goes global

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

SpiceJet is expanding international operations to improve dollar earnings and offset losses caused by currency rate fluctuations.

'Watson in line to succeed Dravid as Royals' captain'

'Watson in line to succeed Dravid as Royals' captain'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

Rajasthan Royals' chief coach Paddy Upton has backed Australian all-rounder Shane Watson to succeed the just-retired Rahul Dravid as captain. He says the franchise would want to retain the former India skipper in some capacity.

Chidambaram endorses both Bhagwati and Sen's economic models

Chidambaram endorses both Bhagwati and Sen's economic models

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

India can never be a truly happy, prosperous country unless our passion for growth is combined with compassion for the poor, said Chidambaram.

Can we have closure on the 2002 Gujarat riots?

Can we have closure on the 2002 Gujarat riots?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

Since 2002 however, a section of media, political parties and NGOs have kept up a barrage of propaganda to keep memories of these riots alive and created a sense of 'victimhood' amongst the minorities. The constant dinning of this propaganda has deepened the cleavages between majority and minority and also prompted a fear psychosis amongst the minority, says Colonel (retd) Anil Athale

Footballer Jyoti yearns for space to play in Delhi

Footballer Jyoti yearns for space to play in Delhi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Laxmi Negi traces the journey of this juggler-turned-footballer in this freewheeling interview.

Young, obese? Here's what kids, parents can do

Young, obese? Here's what kids, parents can do

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Obesity is one of India's greatest health problems. In a country where 50 per cent of its population is under 25 years of age, this can have serious repercussions.

Abdul Hamid sworn in as Bangladesh's president

Abdul Hamid sworn in as Bangladesh's president

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Veteran politician and parliamentarian Abdul Hamid was on Wednesday sworn in as Bangladesh's 20th president. Hamid was administered the oath of office by acting Speaker Shawkat Ali during a ceremony at the Bangabhaban presidential palace, two days after he was elected unopposed to the post.

ASCI pulls up Emami, Havells for misleading ads

ASCI pulls up Emami, Havells for misleading ads

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

The watchdog feels that the claims are not real.

UP announces Rs 20 lakh aid to kin of slain peacekeepers

UP announces Rs 20 lakh aid to kin of slain peacekeepers

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday announced financial assistance of Rs 20 lakh each to the family members of two peacekeepers from the state killed during a United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan.

Investment: Sebi comes out with stringent norms

Investment: Sebi comes out with stringent norms

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

To ensure more transparency, the new regulations require investment advisers -- banks, non-banking financial companies and corporates -- would have to segregate their investment advisory services from other activities.

IBL: Sindhu stuns Baun as Awadhe Warriors inch closer to semis

IBL: Sindhu stuns Baun as Awadhe Warriors inch closer to semis

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

P V Sindhu-spearheaded Awadhe Warriors inched a step closer to the semifinal spot after they defeated Mumbai Masters 3-2 in the inaugural Indian Badminton League in Bangalore.

Pak terms India's stand on Kashmir a 'travesty of history'

Pak terms India's stand on Kashmir a 'travesty of history'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

Pakistan has criticised India over alleged human rights violation in Kashmir and threatened to expose the country in the world over the "abysmal rights situation" in other parts if it continued to talk about Balochistan.

Behind the wheel across continents

Behind the wheel across continents

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

If you are planning on a 4000-mile ride, as the Silk Road riders did, you should heed their expert tips.

Isinbayeva stirs up a storm over support to Russia's anti-gay law

Isinbayeva stirs up a storm over support to Russia's anti-gay law

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Yelena Isinbayeva has lent her support, rather controversially, to the new anti-gay propaganda law in her native Russia and has now received flak for her stand from fellow athletes.

'Inzy's petulance was instrumental in Oval Gate fiasco'

'Inzy's petulance was instrumental in Oval Gate fiasco'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Former Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan has finally opened up on the Oval Gate scandal and has blamed ex-captain Inzamam-ul-Haq for letting the PCB and Pakistan cricket down.

FIFA fail to agree on age limits

FIFA fail to agree on age limits

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

FIFA's executive committee failed on Thursday to agree whether age and mandate limits should be placed on senior officials.