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Mufti's high stakes gamble

Mufti's high stakes gamble

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Mufti Mohammad Sayeed wanted a government with the PDP (representing Kashmir), the BJP (representing Jammu) and the Congress (representing Ladakh), but he failed because the BJp and Congress were unwilling to make any exception to their national level inimical relationship, reveals Mohammad Sayeed Malik.

MI Vs SRH: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

MI Vs SRH: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Cummins or Bumrah? Which bowler would you rate higher on a day when more than 500 runs were scored?

Malinga gamble starting to pay dividends for Sri Lanka

Malinga gamble starting to pay dividends for Sri Lanka

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

The toe-crusher is hitting the target, the bouncer is coming out well and, most importantly, the wicket column is swelling again.

Controversy as betting companies sponsor PSL teams

Controversy as betting companies sponsor PSL teams

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

A huge controversy erupted after the Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises flouted strict Islamic laws by promoting surrogate advertisements of off-shore online betting platforms.

Warren Buffett needs luck for Las Vegas gamble to pay off

Warren Buffett needs luck for Las Vegas gamble to pay off

Rediff.com31 May 2013

The Billionaire investor is under pressure to deploy the $44 bn cash on Berkshire's balance sheet.

IPL PIX: Samson, Jurel shine as Royals trounce LSG

IPL PIX: Samson, Jurel shine as Royals trounce LSG

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel struck unbeaten half-centuries to power Rajasthan Royals to an emphatic seven-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants.

How Ganguly's gamble on youngsters helped India retain Dhoni

How Ganguly's gamble on youngsters helped India retain Dhoni

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

'Ganguly, who turns 46 on Sunday, was one of the sharpest and farsighted cricketing minds, says Abhirup Bhattacharya in a biography on the former India cricketer, titled - 'Winning Like Sourav: Think & Succeed Like Ganguly'.

Shahbaz, Abhishek Weave A Spell

Shahbaz, Abhishek Weave A Spell

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Shahbaz or Abhishek, who has your vote?

US faces $21 mn penalty on e-gambling ban

US faces $21 mn penalty on e-gambling ban

Rediff.com22 Dec 2007

A World Trade Organization (WTO) arbitrator on Friday pronounced that Antigua and Barbuda can slap trade retaliatory measures against the world's mightiest power - the United States - to the tune of $21 million because of the loss of benefits the two countries suffered due to the restrictions imposed by Washington on cross-border supply of gambling and betting services on the Internet.

TN governor returns bill banning online rummy to govt for reconsideration

TN governor returns bill banning online rummy to govt for reconsideration

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The Raj Bhavan has returned a bill banning online rummy to the Tamil Nadu assembly for its reconsideration, official sources said in Chennai on Wednesday.

'Selecting Rohit Sharma for Australia tour would be a gamble'

'Selecting Rohit Sharma for Australia tour would be a gamble'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

Former Australia captain Ian Chappell says India needs to 'sort their batting inadequacies' before the tour Down Under later this year

PIX: KKR survive Klaasen blitz after Russell rampage

PIX: KKR survive Klaasen blitz after Russell rampage

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Heinrich Klaasen's entertaining half-century went in vain as Andre Russell's all-round effort steered Kolkata Knight Riders to a thrilling four-run victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

IPL PIX: Pant shines as spirited Delhi Capitals edge Titans

IPL PIX: Pant shines as spirited Delhi Capitals edge Titans

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Rishabh Pant's belligerent unbeaten half-century helped Delhi Capitals' to a narrow four-run win over Gujarat Titans.

Before You Invest ESG Funds, Read This

Before You Invest ESG Funds, Read This

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

An allocation to ESG theme funds can bring down the overall risk of an equity portfolio. Investors with long-term financial goals, such as retirement, should not ignore sustainable investing.

Red Bull set to gamble on tyre strategy in Canada

Red Bull set to gamble on tyre strategy in Canada

Rediff.com13 Jun 2010

Red Bull are pinning their hopes that a calculated gamble that may have ended the team's run of pole positions will deliver them victory in Sunday's Canadian Formula One Grand Prix.

Philip's Review: Worth A Watch

Philip's Review: Worth A Watch

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Philip's is a light-hearted film you can enjoy with your family and safely recommend to your friends, endorses Divya Nair.

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Stakeholders have shown a distinct lack of seriousness in bringing a law against corruption in Indian sports, a reason why someone like tainted former pacer S Sreesanth got away despite strong evidence of spot-fixing against him in the 2013 IPL, former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar has said.

Day after youth's murder, Union minister's son booked under Arms Act in UP

Day after youth's murder, Union minister's son booked under Arms Act in UP

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

According to the minister, his son Vikas Kishore lives at his Lucknow residence but he was in Delhi when Vinay Srivastava, described as his friend, was murdered at the house.

Man shot dead after brawl during card game at Union minister's UP home, 3 held

Man shot dead after brawl during card game at Union minister's UP home, 3 held

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

The minister's son, Vikas Kishore, who lives in the house, was in Delhi at the time, when his friend Vinay Srivastava was shot in the head by his other friends.

Inflation a cause of worry for FMCG companies; margins could take a hit

Inflation a cause of worry for FMCG companies; margins could take a hit

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Higher inflation has again become a matter of concern for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. After prices of commodities like sugar and wheat moved higher and stabilised at those levels, the crude oil too surged, adding to FMCG firms' worries. Besides, a dry spell in August in the ongoing monsoon season impacted rural demand.

Australia cricket board gambled on players' greed and lost: Chappell

Australia cricket board gambled on players' greed and lost: Chappell

Rediff.com23 May 2017

Australia's cricket board gambled that greed would motivate top players into accepting a pay offer and while that bet has backfired the parties are likely to thrash out a deal in time to avert an Ashes boycott, former captain Ian Chappell said.

Preview: Is the OnePlus 6T a risky gamble?

Preview: Is the OnePlus 6T a risky gamble?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Does the phone's cosmetic and hardware changes make it worth the price?

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

England coach bets on Stokes, Archer availability for WC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

'There has not been a clear direction on what he's going to do yet, but we are still hopeful. I've always said his bowling would be a bonus, but just look at what he brings with the bat, even in the field.'

Gambling casino chosen as U.S. Davis Cup venue

Gambling casino chosen as U.S. Davis Cup venue

Rediff.com11 Dec 2003

The US has selected the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut as the stage for the Davis Cup first-round tie against Austria in February.

China's UNSC gamble is a setback to relations with India

China's UNSC gamble is a setback to relations with India

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

'India needs to closely monitor the discussions at the UNSC and make counter-measures as this touches its core interests', points out Srikanth Kondapalli.

Half of India's top-10 highest denominations stocks outperform indices

Half of India's top-10 highest denominations stocks outperform indices

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Half of India's top-priced stocks have outperformed the benchmark indices this year. On a year-to-date basis (YTD), the Sensex has gained 3.8 per cent and the Nifty50 3.4 per cent. The stocks which have outperformed the indices include 3M India, Nestle India, MRF, Shree Cement and Bosch while those who have underperformed the benchmarks include Page Industries (-10.4 per cent), Procter & Gamble (-4 per cent), Honeywell Automation (-0.9) and Lakshmi Machine Works, which gained 1.3 per cent.

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

Just Who Is Directing Tiger 3?

Just Who Is Directing Tiger 3?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The director has primarily seen successes with romantic films so far, and so it would be interesting to see how he directs Salman Khan in an Adrenalin-pumping action thriller.

2nd Test: Should India Continue With Gill?

2nd Test: Should India Continue With Gill?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the second and final Test against South Africa?

India look to maintain stranglehold over England in Ranchi

India look to maintain stranglehold over England in Ranchi

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

For the 'Bazball' inspired England, the win in Hyderabad has become a distant memory and a repeat of 2021 looks likely when India bounced back to win the four-Test series 3-1.

Booked in Mahadev betting case, Dabur Group's Burmans deny charges

Booked in Mahadev betting case, Dabur Group's Burmans deny charges

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The Burman family, which runs Dabur Group, has denied any involvement or role in an illegal cricket-betting app as alleged by the Mumbai police in a complaint filed last week. The family said vested interests were behind the police complaint and they wanted to scuttle their (Dabur's) move to acquire Religare Enterprises, a financial services company. "We have not received any formal communication on any such FIR

'Ajit has choked Pawar politically'

'Ajit has choked Pawar politically'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

'Pawar is a fighter. He will fight back.'

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

How GenAI Startup Ecosystem Is Unfolding

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

'In India, the GenAI startup ecosystem is unfolding with remarkable speed, signalling a new era of technological advancement and investment opportunities.'

Online Gaming To Have Rules Soon

Online Gaming To Have Rules Soon

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The industry came under scrutiny after the proliferation of games like cards, casinos, and fantasy sports among young people led to addiction and financial losses, with some reported cases of suicide.

South Africa gamble on fitness of De Kock and Duminy

South Africa gamble on fitness of De Kock and Duminy

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

South Africa are to gamble on the fitness of Quinton de Kock and JP Duminy, who were named on Wednesday in a 15-man squad for the Cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand next month.

Amit Shah wins his next gamble

Amit Shah wins his next gamble

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Amit Shah is the man of the moment. The architect of the BJP's stunning transformation in the Hindi heartland during the Lok Sabha elections is all set to emerge as the CEO of Modi's political dreams and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's cultural passion, says Sheela Bhatt.

Finance Ministry Eyes Rs 50,000 Crore GST

Finance Ministry Eyes Rs 50,000 Crore GST

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'This year's detection of frauds and probable recovery will be mainly driven by several compliance measures put in place, and amendments made to the GST regime to plug revenue leakages particularly in new-edge sectors.'

Faith in spinners pays off for KKR captain

Faith in spinners pays off for KKR captain

Rediff.com5 May 2023

KKR are now eighth with four wins and six losses while SRH are at the ninth position with three wins and six losses. They have a total of six points.

Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Who Will Lead Their Teams to Glory?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Let's delve into the world of IPL 2024 and meet the captains who are ready to leave their mark on cricket's biggest stage.

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.