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Twin blasts in Jammu ahead of Bharat Jodo Yatra's arrival; 9 injured

Twin blasts in Jammu ahead of Bharat Jodo Yatra's arrival; 9 injured

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

Just two days before Congress leader Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Yatra is scheduled to reach Jammu, two back-to-back explosions rocked a busy locality on the outskirts of the city on Saturday, leaving nine people injured, officials said.

Tough to understand India's obsession with Olympics: Advani

Tough to understand India's obsession with Olympics: Advani

Rediff.com11 May 2015

TOP Scheme shows how sport treated unequally in India, says Pankaj Advani.

Dronacharya awardee boxing coach O P Bhardwaj dies

Dronacharya awardee boxing coach O P Bhardwaj dies

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Tokyo-bound AFI medical commission chairman AK Mendiratta dies of COVID-19.

Improving JLR outlook, margin expansion targets positives for Tata Motors

Improving JLR outlook, margin expansion targets positives for Tata Motors

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Tata Motors' 2022-23 (FY23) January-March quarter (fourth quarter, or Q4) results were better than Street estimates, with strong showing across Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), as well as commercial and passenger vehicle businesses in the domestic market. The company posted its highest consolidated top line and operating profit, with growth of 35 per cent and 46.5 per cent, respectively, over the year-ago quarter. While the top line was aided by a 49 per cent growth in the JLR unit, all key segments reported margin expansion.

What India Inc says about Budget 2022

What India Inc says about Budget 2022

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday unveiled a Rs 39.45 lakh crore Budget with a view to fire up the key engines of the economy to sustain a world-beating recovery from the pandemic. This was Sitharaman's fourth Budget. While the taxpayers were left in the lurch, once again, was she able to cheer Corporate India?

Giant In The Earth: M S Swaminathan

Giant In The Earth: M S Swaminathan

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Dr Shreekant Sambrani pays tribute to M S Swaminathan, renowned agricultural scientist and a lifelong crusader against hunger who passed away in Chennai recently.

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Shah will have the responsibility of heading ICC's most important committee. Al the major financial policy decisions are taken by the F&CA committee before it is ratified by the ICC board

'I have had enough of this unfair system'

'I have had enough of this unfair system'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Now, boxer Gaurav Bidhuri cries foul at exclusion from Olympic qualifiers' trial.

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

SC hands back AIFF's day-to-day management to federation's administration

Heena Sidhu knocks on NRAI's door, told to come tomorrow

Heena Sidhu knocks on NRAI's door, told to come tomorrow

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

Heena has been ignored for the Asian Games mixed team air pistol -- an event where she has excelled since its introduction last year.

AIADMK says no alliance with BJP as of now, but...

AIADMK says no alliance with BJP as of now, but...

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

The bickering between allies All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Bharatiya Janata Party in Tamil Nadu over late Dravidian stalwart C N Annadurai peaked on Monday with the regional party snapping ties with the saffron organisation, saying it cannot tolerate any affront to the late chief minister and its other leaders.

Harbhajan out to expose 'illegal activities' in PCA

Harbhajan out to expose 'illegal activities' in PCA

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Former India player Harabhajan Singh, who is Punjab Cricket Association's chief advisor, alleged that "illegal activities" are being carried out by certain office-bearers in the state body.

CAS clears sprinter Dutee Chand for National Games

CAS clears sprinter Dutee Chand for National Games

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Indian athlete Dutee Chand has been cleared to participate in next year's National Games.

Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Australia board apologises after India players complain of racist abuse

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Play was halted for a few minutes on the fourth day of the third Test between India and Australia after the visiting players complained of abuse from the crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday.

All hail the brightest star of India's 2018 boxing!

All hail the brightest star of India's 2018 boxing!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2018

M C Mary Kom managed to surpass even herself, obliterating everyone and everything else along the way in a tumultuous year for the sport.

T20 franchise cricket luring players away from national duty?

T20 franchise cricket luring players away from national duty?

Rediff.com1 May 2023

'Cummins is not surprised at how fast the landscape is changing and told Fox Sports: " ... there's going to be other opportunities that are going to be really hard for players to say no to, different franchises around the world. I think realistically we've got to manage players a bit differently to what we have in the past.'

No CAA/NRC protest banners! IPL ticket advisory in four cities

No CAA/NRC protest banners! IPL ticket advisory in four cities

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Four cities, including, Delhi, Mohali, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad have been issued ticket advisories with fans being banned from carrying protest banners.

Trials galore in boxing for CWG, Asiad

Trials galore in boxing for CWG, Asiad

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

World championship trials would be held from March 7 to 9, followed by the Asiad trials from March 10 to 13.

Won't allow to change status quo along India's border: Army chief

Won't allow to change status quo along India's border: Army chief

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

"Our patience is a sign of our self-confidence, but no one should make the mistake of testing it," Gen Naravane said.

India to lose Olympic weightlifting spots in doping clampdown

India to lose Olympic weightlifting spots in doping clampdown

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Five nations, including Russia, whose doping records have risked weightlifting's place on the Olympic schedule have been limited to just two athletes for the 2020 Tokyo Games by the sport's governing body, according to a document seen by Reuters.

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Will Thalapathy Vijay Take A Plunge Into Politics?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

At the Leo fete, Vijay had this also to tell his fans: 'I know you all are in my heart. But today, I also know that I am also in the hearts of all of you...' A typical politician's line, did you say, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why luxury carmakers will see quicker transition to EVs

Why luxury carmakers will see quicker transition to EVs

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

While Mercedes-Benz India expects 25 per cent of its India sales to come from EVs in the next four years, BMW says it estimates around 10 per cent of sales to come from those in the near future.

Boxing Olympic Qualifiers: Mary Kom to face Nikhat in December

Boxing Olympic Qualifiers: Mary Kom to face Nikhat in December

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Nieva said boxers in all the five Olympic categories for women will be picked after selection bouts over two days.

'South African cricket will welcome Dhoni with open arms'

'South African cricket will welcome Dhoni with open arms'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Contracted and domestic Indian players are not allowed to participate in any other T20 leagues except the IPL, and it remains a contentious issue.

I will compete in decathlon in Asian Games: Tejaswin

I will compete in decathlon in Asian Games: Tejaswin

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

India's high jumper Tejaswin Shankar on Thursday said he has not been able to perform to his full potential owing to chronic tendonitis and it's now a "certainty" that he will compete in decathlon at next year's Asian Games.

The Risks Of Declaring Victory Too Soon

The Risks Of Declaring Victory Too Soon

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

India has much to be proud of and celebrate. But there is also much that is wrong, much that looks dangerous. Employment, current account deficit, rural distress, agricultural productivity are all in deep crisis, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Modi leaves for Tokyo to attend Abe Shinzo's state funeral

Modi leaves for Tokyo to attend Abe Shinzo's state funeral

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join several global leaders to pay tributes to Japan's slain former prime minister Shinzo Abe at his state funeral in Tokyo on Tuesday.

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Kate Forbes studied at Woodstock School for 3 years, and lived in India for 8 years. 'She has a heart for service and we are excited she has reached great heights at such a young age,' said her teacher Sanjaya Mark.

They are proud of their daughters! Are we?

They are proud of their daughters! Are we?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Though the India Women's Cricket team could not mark victory in the ICC Women's World Cup final, their families back at their home were seen celebrating their daughters' brilliant performances.

India 'priest' of world peace, but...:Rajnath's message to China

India 'priest' of world peace, but...:Rajnath's message to China

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The defence minister said "last year in Galwan Valley, our soldiers displayed exemplary courage and valour in line of duty. I salute all brave soldiers who laid down their lives fighting for the nation."

India's wheelchair cricketers look towards BCCI president Ganguly

India's wheelchair cricketers look towards BCCI president Ganguly

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

If BCCI helps them then the blind, deaf and wheelchair cricketers will all get benefited.

Demand for visa assurance from ICC: BCCI calls PCB CEO ignorant

Demand for visa assurance from ICC: BCCI calls PCB CEO ignorant

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The letter from Julaniya, in possession of ANI, clearly stated that country of origin of athletes wouldn't be a barrier for them to get visas to come and compete in international sporting events in the country.

Saral Suraksha Bima: What You Must Know

Saral Suraksha Bima: What You Must Know

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'It is a good match for those aged 25-30, who have just started working and need a basic product.'

Pak PM Imran Khan to attend Beijing Winter Olympics opening

Pak PM Imran Khan to attend Beijing Winter Olympics opening

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Team Taiwan won't be at Winter Games opening ceremony

India to appeal against CGF decision to ban two athletes

India to appeal against CGF decision to ban two athletes

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The Indian contingent at the Commonwealth Games will appeal against the Commonwealth Games Federation court's decision to oust two of the country's athletes for violating the no needle policy in the Gold Coast.

Chess thriving during COVID-19

Chess thriving during COVID-19

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Over the past few months, the overall interest in chess is reported to have doubled, with more players than ever coming together to participate in chess events that are being increasingly held through online platforms

'Indo-Pak WC match will inspire girls across the border'

'Indo-Pak WC match will inspire girls across the border'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

India are set to face Pakistan in their opener of the World Cup on March 6

How Modi govt plans to protect domestic manufacturers

How Modi govt plans to protect domestic manufacturers

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

The central government is devising a mechanism to step up screening imports to protect domestic manufacturers. The details of the online monitoring system may find mention in the foreign trade policy 2021-26, which will kick in next month. The online system will make the data available to the government as well as industry about the countries from where the goods are being imported, and their quantity and quality. The data can help domestic producers analyse the market potential for such goods, said a senior government official. In the past 16 months, the government had implemented a steel- and coal-import monitoring system.

What India's NEP should really be

What India's NEP should really be

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'Learning to learn should be given more importance than what is actually being learnt,' recommends Zaki Ansari.

Modi, Hasina launch new passenger train between India, Bangladesh

Modi, Hasina launch new passenger train between India, Bangladesh

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

A new passenger train connecting Dhaka and New Jalpaiguri on the Indian side was inaugurated jointly by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina via a video conference.