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AAP names ex-cop as its CM candidate for Goa polls

AAP names ex-cop as its CM candidate for Goa polls

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Former Goa's Inspector General of Prison, Elvis Gomes will be AAP's chief ministerial candidate for 2017 polls.

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Reuben NV shared these pictures of floats from Panjim.

The Risk-Taker

The Risk-Taker

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

'An entrepreneur should always remain under pressure or he will die,' Vineet Rai tells Anjuli Bhargava.

HUL, P&G 'dream companies' to work with

HUL, P&G 'dream companies' to work with

Rediff.com18 Dec 2009

Forty-four per cent management students graduating in 2010 have voted the FMCG sector as the most preferred industry to work in, terming giants like Hindustan Unilever Ltd and Proctor & Gamble as "dream companies", a survey said.

Rejuvenated Robben keeps Netherlands dream alive

Rejuvenated Robben keeps Netherlands dream alive

Rediff.com10 Jul 2010

Netherlands coach Bert van Marwijk's biggest gamble was keeping an injured Arjen Robben in his World Cup squad and it paid off handsomely after the winger recovered in time to help steer the Dutch to the final.

England vs. Germany clash pulls record punters

England vs. Germany clash pulls record punters

Rediff.com27 Jun 2010

Old rivals England and Germany's second-round match will set World Cup betting records spurred by a wave of 'patriotic gambles' on the game, bookmakers said on Saturday.

Relief for patients as court strikes down Centre's ban on 344 drugs

Relief for patients as court strikes down Centre's ban on 344 drugs

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

Justice Rajiv Sahai Endlaw allowed 454 petitions moved by various pharma and healthcare majors, like Pfizer, Glenmark, Procter and Gamble and Cipla, challenging the government's March 10 notification banning the FDCs, saying the decision was taken by the Centre without following procedure prescribed in the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

WC Preview: Australia seek more goals in crunch match against Peru

WC Preview: Australia seek more goals in crunch match against Peru

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Australia head into their must-win match against Peru under pressure to score goals and with fingers crossed that France will bring their A-game against Denmark.

Can Yuvi come back like Sehwag and Sourav?

Can Yuvi come back like Sehwag and Sourav?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2010

With the World Cup nearly eight months away, India, it seems, is still struggling to identify a core group of players for the mega 50-over tournament.

'Pak players involved in match-fixing'

'Pak players involved in match-fixing'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

In a startling revelation, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Ejaz Butt has told the country's Senate standing committee on sports that he had to sack a PCB employee on suspicion of match-fixing.

Ex-Pak players not in favour of Afridi as captain

Ex-Pak players not in favour of Afridi as captain

Rediff.com26 May 2010

The decision to appoint Shahid Afridi captain in all three formats of the game, especially Tests, came in for sharp criticism from former Pakistani players who feel the move is a big gamble and could backfire as the all-rounder was not a regular in the five-day side.

Govt plans to legalise online lotteries

Govt plans to legalise online lotteries

Rediff.com10 Feb 2010

Online lotteries mushroomed in India in the mid-90s

My main weapon is speed, says UP bowler Tyagi

My main weapon is speed, says UP bowler Tyagi

Rediff.com24 Oct 2009

Selected to the Indian squad after good domestic performances, 22-year-old Sudeep Tyagi is hoping to make the most of opportunity against the World No 1 side in the upcoming ODI series.

Just legalise betting on elections!

Just legalise betting on elections!

Rediff.com9 May 2019

'Legalised election betting would drive black money and satta operators out of business while creating a more level and transparent playing field for politics,' argues Devangshu Datta.

Ronaldinho expects to find place in WC squad

Ronaldinho expects to find place in WC squad

Rediff.com10 May 2010

Former World Player of the Year Ronaldinho will learn on Tuesday whether or not his impressive season with AC Milan will be enough to earn him a place at his third World Cup.

EPL PIX: Manchester United stunned by Huddersfield, lose first match of season

EPL PIX: Manchester United stunned by Huddersfield, lose first match of season

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

An ecstatic home crowd at a noisy and rainy John Smith's Stadium celebrated what was the Yorkshire club's first win over United since 1952 and one which few would doubt they deserved after a passionate display.

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Already without the likes of Richard Gasquet and Gael Monfils for the final against Croatia, Noah decided to leave out Lucas Pouille, the top-ranked player in his squad.

Buy your dream home now

Buy your dream home now

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

Buying a house it somewhat like a gamble. Knowing the market scenario is important to make a decision.

'Godrej unlikely to buy Sara Lee's household biz'

'Godrej unlikely to buy Sara Lee's household biz'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2009

"If at all Godrej plans to buy out the global household business of Sara Lee, there will be strong competition from multinationals like Unilever and P&G. So, it is unlikely that GCPL will go ahead with it," a research analyst from Religare Capital Markets said.

More advertisers for performance-based payment

More advertisers for performance-based payment

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

Globally, companies like Coca Cola, P&G and Unilever have adopted the performance-based model. In India, the trend is gradually catching on. A Coca Cola India spokesperson said the company is in the process of moving from an input-cost based compensation system for its agency partners towards a value-based one. This model is about paying agencies for results, not activity. HUL refused to comment, citing policy constraints on speaking about remuneration.

Investing? Avoid these mistakes to make money

Investing? Avoid these mistakes to make money

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Financial planners say once the market starts moving up, investment decisions are based on greed and not fundamentals.

Indian economy is growing but Modi's 'achchhe din' far away

Indian economy is growing but Modi's 'achchhe din' far away

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The combination of sanctions, and low fuel prices is really hurting the Putin regime.

July 29, 1980: When 'The Babes of Indian Hockey' struck gold in Moscow

July 29, 1980: When 'The Babes of Indian Hockey' struck gold in Moscow

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Hockey greats Vasudevan Baskaran, M M Somaya and Mervyn Fernandis relive India's gold medal-winning campaign at the Moscow Olympics in 1980.

Bombay Dyeing stitching together a new story

Bombay Dyeing stitching together a new story

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Bombay Dyeing is betting on creating a range of unique, customised textile products, a route that is largely unexplored by the home textiles players although several industry reports and consumer behavior studies have talked about the potential for personalisation.

India working on GM herbs, says Greenpeace

India working on GM herbs, says Greenpeace

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

Even as the debate over safety and essentiality of genetically modified foods continues, Indian research institutes are trying to genetically modify some high-value medicinal herbs that are an integral part of ayurvedic medicine, a recent report of pro-environment group Greenpeace has said.

Half of world's leading investors ignoring climate change: Study

Half of world's leading investors ignoring climate change: Study

Rediff.com2 May 2016

However, 157 investors managing a total of $14.2 trillion were taking first steps towards addressing climate change

World Cup 2019: When coaches took over

World Cup 2019: When coaches took over

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

'This World Cup is likely to be much more a clash of plans than of talent,' says Devangshu Datta.

SECRETS about Silsila you never knew!

SECRETS about Silsila you never knew!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

'Amitabh practised Rang Barse well; the singing, movements, everything. And he got the inflections perfectly.'

Start-up ESOPs: 6 things to know

Start-up ESOPs: 6 things to know

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Did you know that you are sacrificing a part of your salary in the name of ESOP?

Real's reliance on Ronaldo more evident than ever

Real's reliance on Ronaldo more evident than ever

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

Real Madrid's reliance on their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo was more evident than ever on Tuesday as the Spanish and European champions meekly lost 1-0 at Espanyol in La Liga.

SMS game introduced in IPL withdrawn

SMS game introduced in IPL withdrawn

Rediff.com12 May 2009

The controversial SMS game introduced in the Indian Premier League, which evoked strong criticism for promoting to gambling, was on Tuesday discontinued with the games' inventors taking note of the apprehensions expressed by Sports Minister M S Gill and many former cricketers. Although no pressure was put for the game to be withdrawn, the organisers decided to stop it with immediate effect.

Why HUL, Godrej exited baby diaper business

Why HUL, Godrej exited baby diaper business

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

The size of the organised baby diaper market in India is Rs 5214 crore, with the year-on-year rate of growth pegged at 14%

Woakes out of Champions Trophy with side strain

Woakes out of Champions Trophy with side strain

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

England bowler Chris Woakes will miss the remainder of the Champions Trophy with a side strain he picked up in Thursday's tournament opener against Bangladesh, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said.

When justice fails, instant justice steps in

When justice fails, instant justice steps in

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

'We may have the finest criminal laws, but of what use are they when it can ensure neither a quick, time-bound trial nor punishment?' 'The outcome, then, will be extra-judicial solutions like what the Telangana police has hit upon,' argues Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'They want to create an online varsity of jihad'

'They want to create an online varsity of jihad'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Terror outfits, particularly al-Qaeda, are using gambling websites to launder money and train potential terrorists in Britain without them having to risk travelling to camps in Pakistan, a media report said today.

The best way to secure your PC

The best way to secure your PC

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

If you have invested in a new laptop or a desktop this year, don't gamble with your PC's security by using some free security software.

Bumpy forecast for Ashutosh Gowariker's next

Bumpy forecast for Ashutosh Gowariker's next

Rediff.com19 Aug 2009

The music of What's Your Raashee is a case of wasted opportunity.

Belgium coach Martinez 'proudest man on earth' after toppling Brazil

Belgium coach Martinez 'proudest man on earth' after toppling Brazil

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said he was the "proudest man on earth" and lavished praise on his "underdog" team for having the belief to upset five-times champions Brazil on Friday to reach the World Cup semi-finals for only the second time.

Fighting corruption one of modern cricket's biggest challenges: Gatting

Fighting corruption one of modern cricket's biggest challenges: Gatting

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Former England captain Mike Gatting has said that fighting corruption is one of the biggest challenges that modern cricket is facing today.

Review: Luck is a dud

Review: Luck is a dud

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Luck has too many loopholes and no drama.