News for 'inception'

RIL strikes 5th deal, sells 2.32% in Jio Platforms to KKR

RIL strikes 5th deal, sells 2.32% in Jio Platforms to KKR

Rediff.com22 May 2020

Diverse marquee investors are becoming long-term shareholders of Jio Platforms because of a unique set of technologies and platforms under one entity.

Suresh Raina: The eternal supporting actor

Suresh Raina: The eternal supporting actor

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

Michael Jordan needed a Scottie Pippen, so did Lionel Messi with an Andres Iniesta by his side and Suresh Raina is that glue that admirably stuck around with Mahendra Singh Dhoni in highs, lows, and from Saturday, in retirement.

8 IPL captains: Encore for some, opportunity for others

8 IPL captains: Encore for some, opportunity for others

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

They will be leading their respective sides in the seventh edition of the Indian Premier League. While some have tasted success, for others it's been a long wait. A look at how the eight IPL captains measure up.

Supreme Court opens new door in debt battles

Supreme Court opens new door in debt battles

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

Since the inception of the code, the threat of insolvency has brought many debtors in line

'CoA has dealt with case of sexual harassment in cavalier manner'

'CoA has dealt with case of sexual harassment in cavalier manner'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

The CoA has constituted a three-member independent panel comprising former Allahabad high court judge Justice Rakesh Sharma, former Delhi Commission of Women (DCW) chairperson Barkha Singh and former CBI director PC Sharma to probe the allegations levelled against Johri.

IPL 7 PHOTOS: Fans make it a Super day for Chennai!

IPL 7 PHOTOS: Fans make it a Super day for Chennai!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Rediff.com features some Chennai Super Kings fans, young and old, who came in all their glory as they cheered for Mahi and his men during their Super 8 match against Delhi Daredevils on Monday.

RK Pachauri quits Prime Minister's Climate Council

RK Pachauri quits Prime Minister's Climate Council

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Former The Energy and Resources Institute chief R K Pachauri, who is facing sexual harassment charges, has resigned from the prestigious Prime Minister's Council on Climate Change, which has been accepted.

How RBI can prevent frauds

How RBI can prevent frauds

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Historically, the RBI has tried to keep the crooks at bay by issuing a circular a day. What it needs is more onsite supervision. Merely checking high-frequency data with the help of technology is insufficient, notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Aam Aadmi Party: The Optimist vs The Sceptic

Aam Aadmi Party: The Optimist vs The Sceptic

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

In these few weeks, it has kindled great hopes for clean governance in Delhi and beyond, tempered by strong misgivings about the party's economic and urban policies. What follows is an imaginary dialogue between the Optimist and the Sceptic.

The Ambassador gears up for rejuvenation

The Ambassador gears up for rejuvenation

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

The company has taken up an ambitious project to introduce a smaller version of the classic car.

'A strong, decisive leadership is what India needs'

'A strong, decisive leadership is what India needs'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'What matters is meeting the needs and expectations of the people who have voted to provide governance for the country.'

Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Azam Khan, Muslims and UP Politics

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

True, Azam Khan is being targeted rather disproportionately and also because of his Muslim identity. That must be protested and resisted. But to say that he is a big messiah, and his profit-making educational enterprise is an issue concerning all Muslims of India, is absolutely unjustified, assert Mohammad Sajjad and Md Mohammad Zeeshan Ahmad.

96 per cent girls in India want to study technology

96 per cent girls in India want to study technology

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

About 51 per cent of the participants also said that their mothers inspired them the most to pursue technology careers.

Stunning concept cars of Tokyo Motor Show

Stunning concept cars of Tokyo Motor Show

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Of all auto event, this one in Japan is favourite of car makers to unveil their concepts.

Mi Band 3: More than a fitness tracker

Mi Band 3: More than a fitness tracker

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

The reasonably-priced Mi Band 3 has a lot to offer to fitness enthusiasts, says Khalid Anzar.

The entrepreneur who's creating waves in web technology

The entrepreneur who's creating waves in web technology

Rediff.com31 May 2013

Find out how Abin Jose founded a web solutions start-up and made it successful

Father-to-be Raina finally gets a break in IPL!

Father-to-be Raina finally gets a break in IPL!

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Gujarat Lions captain Suresh Raina, the only cricketer to have played each and every game in the Indian Premier League since its inception in 2008, is all set to take a break, at least for a match, to be with his wife Priyanka, who is expecting the couple's first child.

The #MeToo fallout in Bollywood

The #MeToo fallout in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Will Nana Patekar's role be deleted from Housefull 4? Will Subhash Kapoor lose the Jolly LLB franchise? Is Anu Malik's career in limbo?

'BCCI should take note of Dravid's constructive comments'

'BCCI should take note of Dravid's constructive comments'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Terming batting great Rahul Dravid's remarks on Indian cricket facing a serious credibility crisis as "constructive", spin legend Erapalli Prasanna has asked the BCCI to take cognisance of it and rectify themselves.

RBI tells Yes Bank to appoint new chief by Feb 1

RBI tells Yes Bank to appoint new chief by Feb 1

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The bank's board has already established a search and selection committee comprising three members from the existing nomination and remuneration committee along with two external experts to identify Kapoor's successor.

No takers for your malware: India slams Pak at UN

No takers for your malware: India slams Pak at UN

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin, on Thursday lambasted Pakistan for peddling a false narrative on New Delhi and said there are no "takers for your malware here".

Sports Shorts: Indian men's hockey team achieves all-time highest ranking

Sports Shorts: Indian men's hockey team achieves all-time highest ranking

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday.

Christopher Nolan tells Princeton grads to chase reality, not dreams

Christopher Nolan tells Princeton grads to chase reality, not dreams

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Director Christopher Nolan in his speech to Princeton graduates, explained the open-ending of 'Inception' and asked them to chase their reality instead of dreams.

The strange case of Nitish's dissenting voice within NDA

The strange case of Nitish's dissenting voice within NDA

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

From opposing the NPR and NRC to demanding special status for Bihar to staying out of the Union Cabinet on principle to showing the BJP who was boss in Bihar, Nitish Kumar has wasted no opportunity at cocking a snook at the BJP leadership. But how long can he continue, asks Gopal Krishna.

Banerjee-Duflo duo and Bandhan Bank's anti-poverty scheme

Banerjee-Duflo duo and Bandhan Bank's anti-poverty scheme

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

According to a 2011 impact assessment study of the programme by Banerjee and Duflo, along with economists Raghabendra Chattopadhyay and Jeremy Shapiro, Bandhan's THP results in a 15 per cent increase in household consumption and had a positive impact on wealth and welfare, such as assets and emotional well being.

Will private cryptocurrencies be finally banned?

Will private cryptocurrencies be finally banned?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

A government panel said policymakers and regulators should have an open mind regarding the introduction of an official digital currency in India.

Green light for conciliation in Vodafone tax dispute

Green light for conciliation in Vodafone tax dispute

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Sibal's predecessor Ashwani Kumar had rejected FinMin's plea for conciliation terming it illegal.

'Delhi polls was a victory of kaam over kaum'

'Delhi polls was a victory of kaam over kaum'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

Fandom of Kejriwal, who led the AAP to a scintillating win in the February 8 polls bagging 62 of the 70 seats, was visible as people chose innovative ways to express their sentiments at the venue that was transformed into a sea of colours as the crowd waved party flags and the tricolours.

Why Facebook and Google are under I-T scanner

Why Facebook and Google are under I-T scanner

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Taxmen have come across instances where global firms - charged a withholding tax of 6 per cent - are underreporting the exact income they earned from an Indian user.

Shocked by RJD loss, Lalu Prasad gives up his meals

Shocked by RJD loss, Lalu Prasad gives up his meals

Rediff.com27 May 2019

The jovial RJD chief, known for his earthy humours, apparently could not digest that his party drew a blank in its stronghold Bihar and also in the neighbouring Jharkhand.

Bangalore blasts: Massive manhunt on for Bihar IM man

Bangalore blasts: Massive manhunt on for Bihar IM man

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

The National Investigation Agency has stepped up the heat on Indian Mujahideen operative Tahseen Akhtar. The agency, which has a warrant against him, has been heavy on his trail since the recent Bangalore blasts. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Beckham tops list of high-profile winter signings

Beckham tops list of high-profile winter signings

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

Rediff.com takes a look at a few high profile transfers in Europe in the winter even as window closed on Thursday.

The sexiest cheerleaders in the IPL

The sexiest cheerleaders in the IPL

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Besides the on-field action, one of the major talking points among fans at IPL matches is the presence of cheerleaders.

PHOTOS: The best of the Indian Premier League

PHOTOS: The best of the Indian Premier League

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

In the first part of a series, rediff.com takes a look at the players who have scored the mosts runs in the lucrative T20 tournament.

Cabinet okays winding up sick PSU

Cabinet okays winding up sick PSU

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the dissolution of the Central Inland Water Transport Corporation Limited as part of the government's move to identify and close down "irretrievable" cases.

17 million watched Sindhu vs Marin clash on TV!

17 million watched Sindhu vs Marin clash on TV!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The Rio Olympics gold medal contest in badminton women's singles between India's P V Sindhu and Spain's Carolina Marin attracted 17.2 million TV viewers, according to the broadcasters.

Azad brands BCCI 'the century's biggest joke'

Azad brands BCCI 'the century's biggest joke'

Rediff.com29 May 2013

With India's top politicians associated with the BCCI appearing to be divided over the fate of chief N. Srinivasan in wake of the spot-fixing scandal, former cricketer and BJP MP Kirti Azad on Wednesday said the Indian cricket board has become the biggest joke of the century, and added that the latest episode is one of the darkest phases of Indian cricket since its inception.

HC upholds closure of Sterlite Copper in Tuticorin

HC upholds closure of Sterlite Copper in Tuticorin

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

The Madras high court on Tuesday rejected a plea from mining giant Vedanta to order reopening of its Sterlite copper unit at Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu.

Morarka defends Dalmiya's appointment

Morarka defends Dalmiya's appointment

Rediff.com12 Sep 2004

BCCI vice-president Kamal Morarka said the appointment as BCCI patron-in-chief is in accordance with the rules laid down in the Board's constitution.

Shazia Ilmi likely to quit AAP

Shazia Ilmi likely to quit AAP

Rediff.com24 May 2014

Shazia Ilmi, one of the founder members of the Aam Aadmi Party, is understood to be considering resigning from the party.