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Williams sisters withdraw from Wimbledon doubles after Serena injury

Williams sisters withdraw from Wimbledon doubles after Serena injury

Rediff.com4 Jul 2026

Serena announced the news on social media alongside a video of herself limping.

Know Christopher Nolan's Movies Before You Watch Odyssey

Know Christopher Nolan's Movies Before You Watch Odyssey

Rediff.com5 days ago

From Following to Oppenheimer, here's why Christopher Nolan remains cinema's greatest modern blockbuster auteur.

Nagaland postpones yoga day events to Monday after widespread opposition

Nagaland postpones yoga day events to Monday after widespread opposition

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

The Nagaland government has postponed its official International Day of Yoga programme from Sunday to Monday following significant opposition from student bodies, tribal organisations, churches, and political groups. These groups cited religious sentiments in the Christian-majority state against holding the event on a Sunday.

Akshaye Khanna's 7 Best Villain Acts: From Humraaz To Dhurandhar

Akshaye Khanna's 7 Best Villain Acts: From Humraaz To Dhurandhar

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Long before Rehman Dakait made the Internet swoon, Akshaye Khanna had already mastered the art of stealing the show from the dark side.

SC forms high-powered committee to review Centre's Aravalli report

SC forms high-powered committee to review Centre's Aravalli report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The Supreme Court has established a high-powered committee, chaired by Kanchan Devi, Director General of the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), to independently review the Centre's report on the definition and delineation of the Aravalli hill range, aiming to resolve 'critical ambiguities' in its findings.

Independent directors should have a greater say

Independent directors should have a greater say

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

"We have to improve the institutional framework of companies... (and) need to give more powers and authority to independent directors. Also, the regulations should be enforced much faster," said Infy board member T V Mohandas Pai. Noting that the Satyam case is an aberration and unlikely to affect the domestic IT industry, Pai said the law needs to be amended to ensure that auditing standards are enforceable.

Maytas board to get 4 independent directors

Maytas board to get 4 independent directors

Rediff.com27 Feb 2009

The CLB principal bench, headed by chairman S Balasubramanian, has suggested the Maytas' board should retain its current board and also have government-nominated independent directors. The bench also hinted giving board representation to its lenders, IDBI Bank and ICICI Bank. However, it was against giving a board seat to IL&FS, as the financial institution had given loans to the promoters against pledging of shares.

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Will Nagraj Manjule Recreate Sairat Magic With Khashaba?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

The Khashaba teaser leaves behind the feeling that Marathi cinema is gearing up for something monumental, notes Mayur Sanap.

Independent directors: Govt to revise law

Independent directors: Govt to revise law

Rediff.com9 Feb 2006

The government will introduce the revised company law for legislation in April in Parliament that will mandate one third independent directors in a company's board.

Indra Nooyi becomes ICC's first female independent director

Indra Nooyi becomes ICC's first female independent director

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Nooyi will join the world cricket governing body in June 2018 to align with the term of the ICC Independent Chairman, following the unanimous confirmation of her appointment.

Mukesh Ambani draws nil salary for sixth consecutive year

Mukesh Ambani draws nil salary for sixth consecutive year

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Mukesh Ambani, Asia's second richest man, has not drawn a salary from Reliance Industries for the sixth consecutive year, with dividends from his extensive shareholdings serving as his primary source of income.

Aaqib Javed Urges Former Players To Coach On Ground

Aaqib Javed Urges Former Players To Coach On Ground

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Pakistan's senior selector Aaqib Javed has challenged former cricketers to actively contribute to grassroots development instead of merely criticising the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and national team on television. He emphasised the importance of sharing expertise with youngsters and highlighted modern digital scouting methods.

Will independent directors back Cyrus in other Tata cos?

Will independent directors back Cyrus in other Tata cos?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

The Cyrus Mistry camp is confident that independent directors will take their cue from their counterparts in Indian Hotels.

India Inc wants only 25% independent directors

India Inc wants only 25% independent directors

Rediff.com8 Jul 2005

As many as 85 per cent of the country's chief executive officers and managing directors favour the strength of independent directors in listed companies to be not more than one-fourth of the board's strength, a study by Assocham has said.

IIT, IIM pros eye independent directors' posts

IIT, IIM pros eye independent directors' posts

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

India Inc may be on a mad rush to pick up independent directors, but there is a long queue of professionals waiting to take up the challenging job. \nAs many as 2,738 professionals, including high profile IIM, IISc and IIT graduates, have enrolled th

UPA appointed independent directors at PSUs forced to quit

UPA appointed independent directors at PSUs forced to quit

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

The National Democratic Alliance government is weeding out independent directors on the boards of public-sector undertakings (PSUs).

'USA-Iran Deal Is Not Enforceable'

'USA-Iran Deal Is Not Enforceable'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

'Actual implementation of the 14-point agreement is proving hard to achieve let alone striking and sustaining a long-term treaty or deal.'

Independent directors on board likely: Subhiksha

Independent directors on board likely: Subhiksha

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Crisis-ridden retail chain Subhiksha on Thursday said it will explore options to induct more independent directors into the company's board.

Maa Inti Bangaram: A Step Forward For Telugu Cinema

Maa Inti Bangaram: A Step Forward For Telugu Cinema

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

As a film, Maa Inti Bangaram frustrates; as a milestone for Telugu cinema's female-led stories, it deserves to be celebrated.

Independent directors feel the heat as frauds take centre stage

Independent directors feel the heat as frauds take centre stage

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

More than 1,000 independent directors have quit since January 2017; more could be on their way out

India's Demerger Trend Soars: Over $40 Billion in Deals in 2025

India's Demerger Trend Soars: Over $40 Billion in Deals in 2025

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Indian companies are increasingly opting for demergers, with 29 deals valued at over $40 billion in 2025 alone, marking a 10-year high, as promoters and boards recognise that markets favour focused businesses over complex conglomerates.

'Engine of plunder': Cong targets MP CM over Ujjain land scam

'Engine of plunder': Cong targets MP CM over Ujjain land scam

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

Madhya Pradesh BJP president Hemant Khandelwal has termed the land scam allegations against Yadav as "baseless", saying whenever the state has a CM from the backward class, the Congress attempts to weaken him.

Aamir Khan Reunites With Ashutosh Gowariker For Next Film

Aamir Khan Reunites With Ashutosh Gowariker For Next Film

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Aamir Khan is set to bring the life of cricketing legend Lala Amarnath to the big screen in a biopic directed by Ashutosh Gowariker.

Govt for 33% independent directors in oil PSUs

Govt for 33% independent directors in oil PSUs

Rediff.com18 Feb 2008

Petroleum Ministry is considering cutting down the number of independent directors on board in an oil PSU to 33%.

Khan Sir named in FIR over his Patna coaching centre vandalism

Khan Sir named in FIR over his Patna coaching centre vandalism

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Popular educator Faisal Khan, known as 'Khan Sir', has been named in an FIR following a vandalism incident at his coaching centre in Patna. Police are investigating the Tuesday night incident, which involved stone-pelting and alleged firing, and will question Khan. Two guards have been detained, and rival coaching institutes have made counter-allegations.

Khan Sir coaching guards held over firing during vandalism

Khan Sir coaching guards held over firing during vandalism

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Two security guards of Khan Global Studies Institute in Patna have been detained for alleged firing, following a vandalism incident at the coaching centre. A video showing guards firing shots circulated, leading to their custody. While Khan Sir initially blamed a rival institute, a rival now alleges he staged the incident.

Chairman's Resignation: HDFC Bank Faces Legal Debate

Chairman's Resignation: HDFC Bank Faces Legal Debate

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

HDFC Bank is engaging external legal firms, both domestic and international, to investigate the circumstances surrounding former part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty's resignation.

Are You In An Obsessive Relationship?

Are You In An Obsessive Relationship?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

Sometimes, what looks like overwhelming love is actually overwhelming anxiety, warns Tanvi Singh, co-founder and director, Leap of Love Foundation.

Want To Exchange Gold? Read This First

Want To Exchange Gold? Read This First

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

'Customers do not recover the original making charges paid on old jewellery. Sentimental value is lost when heirlooms are exchanged.'

Why independent directors are quitting in droves

Why independent directors are quitting in droves

Rediff.com27 Apr 2009

More than 500 independent directors have resigned since January 1 this year.

Govt alters norms for independent directors on PSU

Govt alters norms for independent directors on PSU

Rediff.com15 Nov 2005

Under fire over the moves to appoint politicians who do not fit the conditions as independent directors on the board of public sector companies, the government has amended the eligibility criteria for the job.

HDFC Bank Shares Fall After Report Alleges 'Camouflaged' Payments To MSRDC

HDFC Bank Shares Fall After Report Alleges 'Camouflaged' Payments To MSRDC

Rediff.com27 May 2026

HDFC Bank's shares experienced a dip on Wednesday after a newspaper report alleged that the bank made illegal payments to the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation to secure large deposits, raising concerns about corporate governance.

Mamata rushes to Abhishek's house as cops raid at dawn

Mamata rushes to Abhishek's house as cops raid at dawn

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee's Kolkata residence was raided by police and central forces for over four hours in connection with a financial fraud case, targeting his close aide Sumit Roy, whose mobile phone was last traced to the property.

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Father's Day: Fathers Of 18 Famous Indians

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Who are the special fathers of these famous Indians? The paternal figures responsible for putting them on the right path and helping them find greatness.

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Hindi Cinema Is Incomplete Without The Muslim

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

As time went by, different facets of the Hindi cinema started showing the complicated identity of Muslim -- sometimes tendentious and at other times perverse and unreliable.

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

New Bill to define independent directors' role

New Bill to define independent directors' role

Rediff.com28 Jun 2010

The role of independent directors on the board of Indian companies will be clarified in the new Companies Bill and their responsibilities will be made finite in terms of what they are answerable for, said Union Corporate Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid.

Born with a diamond spoon: Lalit Modi defends luxury life

Born with a diamond spoon: Lalit Modi defends luxury life

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi, who claims that there is no wrongdoing by him in the legal cases faced by him in India, has said that he was born with "a diamond spoon", has a kingsize lifestyle, travels everywhere and that "Rs 10-12 crore" may not last with him a week.