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PHOTOS: Trump meets Pope Francis at the Vatican

PHOTOS: Trump meets Pope Francis at the Vatican

Rediff.com24 May 2017

The two leader spoke privately for about 20 minutes.

PM Modi lands in Italy for G20 Summit; to meet Pope Francis

PM Modi lands in Italy for G20 Summit; to meet Pope Francis

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday arrived in Rome, Italy to participate in the G20 Summit where he will join other leaders in discussions on global economic and health recovery from COVID-19, sustainable development and climate change.

Where 31 Patients Died In 48 Hours

Where 31 Patients Died In 48 Hours

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

The Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College and Hospital in Nanded, Maharashtra, is where 31 patients died in 48 hours this week.

What An Earthquake Can Do

What An Earthquake Can Do

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Glimpses from around the world on January 3, 2024.

'Dalit Women Set The Agenda Of This Election'

'Dalit Women Set The Agenda Of This Election'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'They were very vocal on the defence of the Constitution, reservation, SC/ST Act and democratic rights.'

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...

Vistara cancellations lead to surge in spot airfares by up to 38%

Vistara cancellations lead to surge in spot airfares by up to 38%

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The spot airfares on major routes, where Vistara cancelled flights on Tuesday, have surged by up to 38 per cent, according to data provided by Cleartrip. The spot airfares for Tuesday were compared with March 5. Vistara has cancelled 52 flights on routes such as Delhi-Indore, Delhi-Srinagar, Mumbai-Kochi, and Bengaluru-Udaipur as a certain section of pilots went on sick leave, reportedly protesting against the new salary structure that was introduced as part of the airline's merger with Air India.

It will be an emotional week: Bairstow on playing 100th Test

It will be an emotional week: Bairstow on playing 100th Test

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Set to complete a century of Test matches, England wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow on Tuesday said reaching the landmark "means hell of a lot" to him given that he has had to wade through testing times.

Pakistan drop Usama Mir, bring back Haris Rauf for England, Ireland T20s

Pakistan drop Usama Mir, bring back Haris Rauf for England, Ireland T20s

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Pakistani selectors on Thursday dropped leg-spinner Usama Mir for the T20 series in Ireland and England while recalling fast bowler Haris Rauf.

Stokes' Masterstroke: How England's inexperienced spinners silenced doubters

Stokes' Masterstroke: How England's inexperienced spinners silenced doubters

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Spinners selected gives us best opportunity to beat India: Ben Stokes

Pitch might spin a little bit: Dravid

Pitch might spin a little bit: Dravid

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

'But it might spin a little bit certainly as the game goes on.'

All We Imagine As Light Shines At Cannes

All We Imagine As Light Shines At Cannes

Rediff.com25 May 2024

It is the first Indian film in competition at the Cannes Film Festival in 30 years.

'Have to give huge amount of credit to selection panel for picking Bashir'

'Have to give huge amount of credit to selection panel for picking Bashir'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Former England skipper Alastair Cook appreciated spinner Shoaib Bashir after his strong performance on the second day of the fourth Test against India at JSCA International Stadium Complex on Saturday.

Weak Q4 may be rare bitter pill for Sun Pharma

Weak Q4 may be rare bitter pill for Sun Pharma

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries reported a 34 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) jump in net profit to Rs 2,654.6 crore in Q4FY24.

2nd Test: Can England chase 399?

2nd Test: Can England chase 399?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

England lose Duckett chasing 399 against India

Feeling bad, says Jadeja on Sarfaraz run-out

Feeling bad, says Jadeja on Sarfaraz run-out

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Sarfaraz Khan's stellar Test debut came to a crashing halt as a mix-up in the middle cost him his wicket.

Sebi Protects Stock Prices From Rumours

Sebi Protects Stock Prices From Rumours

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The change will help companies address market rumours without being worried about the impact on deal pricing.

Helped Israel take down nearly all missiles fired by Iran: Biden

Helped Israel take down nearly all missiles fired by Iran: Biden

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

The United States, Canada and the United Nations have condemned the Iranian air attack on Israel, with President Joe Biden reaffirming America's 'ironclad commitment' to the Jewish nation and vowing to convene a meeting of the G-7 leaders on Sunday to develop a coordinated response to the brazen assault.

We put their bowlers under pressure, it was great: Stokes

We put their bowlers under pressure, it was great: Stokes

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'There are times when you have scoreboard pressure and a lot of runs to chase down, and that's when our approach and how we want to go about things really comes out.'

Pope Francis, world leaders criticise Trump's policy on illegal immigrants

Pope Francis, world leaders criticise Trump's policy on illegal immigrants

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

"I am on the side of the bishops' conference," Francis said.

Jadeja's Sword-Wielding Brilliance

Jadeja's Sword-Wielding Brilliance

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

In an impressive display, Jadeja notched up his 20th Test fifty in 84 balls, featuring five boundaries and two sixes.

St Francis annual fest IRIS 07

St Francis annual fest IRIS 07

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Saint Francis Institute of Technology presents IRIS 07 -- their 8th annual festival.

Apple Sales In India Up to 67,000 Cr

Apple Sales In India Up to 67,000 Cr

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Despite the robust growth in this country, Apple's India share in its overall global sales remained modest -- constituting 1.5 per cent of its overall turnover of $389 billion in FY23.

Wankhede Buzzing With Tiranga Fever

Wankhede Buzzing With Tiranga Fever

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In a spirited show of support, fans have gathered with creative placards, expressing unwavering confidence in Team India.

Happy 75th birthday, Francis Ford Coppola

Happy 75th birthday, Francis Ford Coppola

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Raja Sen wishes Francis Ford Coppola, the legendary filmmaker who transformed The Godfather into an immortal screen classic, a happy 75th birthday.

Mumbai Parties As Jailor Releases

Mumbai Parties As Jailor Releases

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Rajinikanth's Jailor released in theatres to much frenzy among his fans.

Pope Francis, Snowden, Malala tipped for Nobel Peace prize

Pope Francis, Snowden, Malala tipped for Nobel Peace prize

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Despite a year seemingly filled with gloom and near constant reminders of humanity's failings, the Nobel Peace prize will reward a person, or organisation, who's worked tirelessly for peace despite the world's many hurdles.

India Is All Set To Shine At Cannes

India Is All Set To Shine At Cannes

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Never before in history have Cannes and its sidebars found space for eight Indian, or India-themed, films.

Vistara rejects reports its pilot woes disrupted flight operations

Vistara rejects reports its pilot woes disrupted flight operations

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The flight cancellations and delays of Vistara in the last few days were due to unfavourable weather, air traffic congestion and unforeseen aircraft maintenance, and cannot be solely attributed to pilot absenteeism, the airline said on Thursday. The airline's response comes after reports stated that some pilots had gone on sick leave to protest the new salary structure offered to them as part of Vistara's merger with Air India. "We confirm that we have had a few flight cancellations and unavoidable delays in the last few days.

Rehan's visa issue sorted: 'He handled the situation very well'

Rehan's visa issue sorted: 'He handled the situation very well'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

England skipper Ben Stokes on Wednesday expressed relief after young leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed's visa issue was sorted in quick time due to the intervention of the Indian government and the BCCI.

Meet The Real Heroes of India

Meet The Real Heroes of India

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

President Droupadi Murmu conferred 26 Shaurya Chakras (seven posthumous) to personnel of the armed forces, Central Armed Police Forces and state/Union Territory Police during a defence investiture ceremony.

A Request To Fund Managers

A Request To Fund Managers

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Please promise, especially those millions who trust you with their hard-earned money, never to let your voting preferences determine your actions on the markets. The most appalling and scary phenomenon was fund houses and brokerages going out on election yatras and writing copious reports promising more than 300 for the BJP. That was your wish as voters. Your investors are paying for it now, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Bringing In 2024 Around The World

Bringing In 2024 Around The World

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

How 2024 arrived the world over.

PIX: Mumbai bids farewell to Bappa as 10-day Ganesh festival ends

PIX: Mumbai bids farewell to Bappa as 10-day Ganesh festival ends

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Amid the beating of drums and chants of 'Ganpati Bappa Morya', various Ganesh mandals in Mumbai on Thursday started processions to immerse the idols of the deity, marking the culmination of the 10-day festival.

'Bitter pill to swallow, but we've shown we can bounce back'

'Bitter pill to swallow, but we've shown we can bounce back'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Afghanistan have rebounded from defeat at the World Cup and can do so again, coach Jonathan Trott said after Tuesday's three-wicket loss to Australia in Mumbai.

Bairstow's last chance? McCullum speaks out on selection dilemma

Bairstow's last chance? McCullum speaks out on selection dilemma

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Bairstow's highest score in the series so far was 37, posted in the opener in Hyderabad

Indian priest who held service for Biden says he's 'very humble'

Indian priest who held service for Biden says he's 'very humble'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Father Dias met Biden during a 30-minute holy communion service for the US president at a hotel where he was staying in New Delhi on Saturday, ahead of the G20 summit.

England team to head back to Abu Dhabi for...

England team to head back to Abu Dhabi for...

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

The touring England team will head back to their pre-series base, Abu Dhabi, for a much-needed break during which Ben Stokes and Co. will also indulge in some golf before returning to India in time for the third Test in Rajkot, starting from February 10.

Decoding Yashasvi Jaiswal's Day 1 Heroics!

Decoding Yashasvi Jaiswal's Day 1 Heroics!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

My focus was on playing sessions and dispatching loose balls: Jaiswal

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Planning To Buy A House? Read This

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'Some buyers believe prices may correct in the future.' 'This is unlikely. Many developers are increasing prices amid strong sales and inflationary trends.'