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Pakistan coach Misbah's role under scanner

Pakistan coach Misbah's role under scanner

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

PCB CEO Wasim Khan told the media that he and Chairman Ehsan Mani would be meeting with Misbah very soon to discuss his performance.

'Economy is getting a Covid 2.0 shock'

'Economy is getting a Covid 2.0 shock'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

'I would recommend two parts to fiscal support. One, support the lower end of the society by direct intervention through ways such as direct benefit cash transfer. Second, give fiscal support to the stressed sectors in line with the Rs 3-lakh crore (Rs 3 trillion) emergency credit line guarantee norms'

Are PSBs mispriced stocks or value trap?

Are PSBs mispriced stocks or value trap?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Reports suggest state-owned banks have lapped up Rs 40,000 crore, so far, using both bonds and equity instruments. The question, though, is whether there will be a perceptional change for PSB stocks.

This player could be India's 'surprise package' in T20Is

This player could be India's 'surprise package' in T20Is

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Virat Kohli spoke about the options at his disposal as India geared up for the mega event, to be held in Australia later this year.

What Bumrah must do to get wickets

What Bumrah must do to get wickets

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Bumrah returned wicket-less giving away 167 runs in the 30 overs he bowled.

PCB invites South Africa to Pakistan for T20 series

PCB invites South Africa to Pakistan for T20 series

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

A reliable source said that the South African board had given a positive reply and in all probability the tour would go ahead next year.

'Match-winner Gayle, Mujeeb should get to play for KXIP'

'Match-winner Gayle, Mujeeb should get to play for KXIP'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

KXIP have struggled so far, losing four of their five games, with death bowling proving to be their biggest concern.

Cong leader Tariq Anwar blames party for MGB's loss in Bihar

Cong leader Tariq Anwar blames party for MGB's loss in Bihar

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Anwar, an AICC general secretary, came out with a flurry of tweets calling for 'urgent and deep introspection' over the debacle of the party, the second largest constituent of the opposition coalition, which contested as many as 70 seats but returned with a tally of just 19.

MP bypolls: Cong needs to win all seats, BJP only 9

MP bypolls: Cong needs to win all seats, BJP only 9

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The road ahead is not smooth for the 25 Congress defectors to the BJP. They are seeking re-election on the BJP ticket, which they campaigned against less than two years ago, and are finding it difficult to explain to the voters why they "betrayed" their parent party. If political analysts are to be believed, the results may surprise many of them, reports Sandeep Kumar.

Hero's welcome for Punjab cop whose hand was chopped off

Hero's welcome for Punjab cop whose hand was chopped off

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Before being discharged from PGIMER, Punjab Police chief Dinkar Gupta handed over to Singh his son Arshpreet's appointment letter as a constable in the force.

After April shock, drug sales improve in May

After April shock, drug sales improve in May

Rediff.com20 May 2020

The industry feels two factors have played a role in improving the offtake and reducing trade inventory - one is that the supply chain in pharmaceuticals has more or less stabilised, and secondly, with lockdown curbs easing and OPDs opening, some demand has grown at the consumer end as well.

With Dhoni still first choice does Saha have a chance of playing in 2019 World Cup?

With Dhoni still first choice does Saha have a chance of playing in 2019 World Cup?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

'My preparation is always aimed at bettering my performance. The rest depends on the selection committee. I don't perform to just play ODIs'

ASK DR JAIN: How can I reduce grey hair?

ASK DR JAIN: How can I reduce grey hair?

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Tackle your hair and skin problems with expert help from Dr Dinesh Jain.

Where does India stand in Biden's America?

Where does India stand in Biden's America?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

The reduction of tension on the Chinese border may have reduced the urgency of a Biden-Modi meeting, but the sooner Modi starts a bromance with Biden the better as he had done with Obama and Trump, suggests Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

'A lot of politics in Indian women's cricket!'

'A lot of politics in Indian women's cricket!'

Rediff.com19 May 2021

'These girls keep complaining to their godmother or godfather.'' 'The people at the top listen to whatever the players say, but they don't know what is happening in the team.'

The curse of being the highest paid in IPL

The curse of being the highest paid in IPL

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

All eyes were on Pat Cummins, this edition's highest paid overseas recruit

Lara, Sarwan to work with West Indies batsmen before India Tests

Lara, Sarwan to work with West Indies batsmen before India Tests

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Lara, one of the greatest batsmen of all-time, and Sarwan, who was one the leading players of his generation from the Caribbean, will be part of the pre-series camp,

Chance for Shubman to cement KKR's opening slot

Chance for Shubman to cement KKR's opening slot

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

The 21-year-old had limited opportunity to showcase his skills in the last edition, but this time Kolkata Knight Riders coach Brendon McCullum has already given the opener's slot to him.

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

In times of Covid-19, drive-through restaurant biz booms

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

in the last three months, brands such as Tata Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut have launched drive-through or kerb-side delivery services at their restaurants to catch consumers nervous about dining in.

Mall developers rework rent for retailers

Mall developers rework rent for retailers

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Among the options being weighed are discounts on existing rentals, short-term deferrals, and 50 per cent waivers.

'Wish to see India, Pak players in each other's T20 league'

'Wish to see India, Pak players in each other's T20 league'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Akram wishes that Indian and Pakistani players could have played in each other's T20 league -- IPL and Pakistan Super League.

J-K DDC polls: Gupkar sweeps Valley, BJP largest in Jammu

J-K DDC polls: Gupkar sweeps Valley, BJP largest in Jammu

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

The eight-phase DDC polls, which began on November 28, is also the first election after Jammu and Kashmir's special status under Article 370 was revoked last year and it was reorganised into a Union Territory.

Rahul to file nominations for top Congress post on Monday

Rahul to file nominations for top Congress post on Monday

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

Rahul is likely to emerge as the lone candidate in the fray and decks have been cleared for his election as the Congress president, succeeding his mother Sonia Gandhi, who has held the post for 19 years in a row now.

There is hardly any understanding of sport in India: Rijiju

There is hardly any understanding of sport in India: Rijiju

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

'India definitely has a sporting tradition but unfortunately we don't have a sports culture'

Party will decide my constituency: Sachin Pilot

Party will decide my constituency: Sachin Pilot

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

On Wednesday, the Congress had announced that former chief minister Ashok Gehlot and Pilot would be contesting the Rajasthan assembly elections.

How Dhawan turned his batting around in IPL after slow start

How Dhawan turned his batting around in IPL after slow start

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Shikhar Dhawan said he discussed his batting with Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting which helped him get back among the runs and convert his 20s and 30s into centuries

BJP taking sadistic pleasure out of Maha logjam: Sena

BJP taking sadistic pleasure out of Maha logjam: Sena

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

In the Saamana, the party went on to state that whatever has happened is a "conspiracy to downgrade the Shiv Sena."

When Kareena Kapoor got trolled for being too skinny

When Kareena Kapoor got trolled for being too skinny

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The actor, who walked the ramp for Manish Malhotra in Singapore, was trolled after Amrita Arora shared a pic.

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

The state has a total of 138,836 coronavirus cases and as of Tuesday 5,489 people have died, up by 731 from Monday morning.

PICS: Easy for Real Madrid; Roma go above Juventus

PICS: Easy for Real Madrid; Roma go above Juventus

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Images from Sunday's action in La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1.

Biden on course to mend fences with China

Biden on course to mend fences with China

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

'Chinese experts estimate that the new US administration is 'at the crossroads of how to re-manage and control' Sino-American differences and strategic divergences and Biden's bottom line is that the US would have 'extreme competition with China, but won't allow competition to develop into conflict',' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Nations League: Ukraine stun Spain in noisy stadium

Nations League: Ukraine stun Spain in noisy stadium

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

The result shook up League A Group 4, giving Ukraine an outside chance of finishing top of the group with two games remaining.

Yasir matches Imran as he spins Pakistan to innings defeat of NZ

Yasir matches Imran as he spins Pakistan to innings defeat of NZ

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Veteran leg-spinner Shah took six second innings wickets for 143 runs to finish the match with a career-best 14 for 184 as New Zealand were bowled out for 312 after being forced to follow on a day earlier.

'Nothing seems to have gone China's way'

'Nothing seems to have gone China's way'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

'We must be careful because China has not given its design in Eastern Ladakh.'

Abhishek-Jyothi strike mixed pair gold at Asian Archery

Abhishek-Jyothi strike mixed pair gold at Asian Archery

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Abhishek Verma and Jyothi Surekha Vennam claimed the top honours in compound mixed pair event to fetch India's only gold medal at the 21st Asian Archery Championships.

Have Indian IT firms ganged up to keep salaries of freshers low?

Have Indian IT firms ganged up to keep salaries of freshers low?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

To attract people from tier-1 colleges IT services companies must increase payment to freshers: Mohandas Pai.

Can BBL bowling stint help Short push for a spot in Aus team?

Can BBL bowling stint help Short push for a spot in Aus team?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

The 28-year-old has claimed 10 wickets in 15 games for Hobart Hurricanes this season besides amassing 637 runs at 53.08 and a strike rate of 140.61.

'Manchester United lack quality to challenge for title'

'Manchester United lack quality to challenge for title'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

Former midfielder Paul Scholes, who played more than 700 matches for United, said the club are lagging behind City and a strengthened Liverpool this season.

What Mission Shakti means for India's defence

What Mission Shakti means for India's defence

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Experts said India has possessed the anti-missile technology for several years but needed the political go-ahead to actually test it in live conditions.

'Politics happening in governor's bungalow is very disappointing'

'Politics happening in governor's bungalow is very disappointing'

Rediff.com28 May 2020

'These frequent political visits to the governor's residence show the state and the office of the governor in bad light.'