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'Nehru profoundly misunderstood how important religion was in the lives of the people'

'Nehru profoundly misunderstood how important religion was in the lives of the people'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'Nehru's inability to take religion seriously as a category led to serious errors of judgement in his dealings with the Muslim League, and later, also with the Hindu right.'

Have Pakistan army and Nawaz Sharif struck a deal?

Have Pakistan army and Nawaz Sharif struck a deal?

Rediff.com17 May 2017

While some say an agreement was reached over the Panama Papers, others suggest that Nawaz Sharif may have handed the CPEC to the military in exchange for his survival.

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

BCCI Secretary Ajay Shirke on Wednesday admitted that there was a "difference of opinion" with the International Cricket Council (ICC) but it did not amount to "stand-off" with the world body. "There is no stand-off with anybody; it is being created by you the media. Yes (all is well between BCCI and ICC). They are our parent body. We have differences, there is no stand-off. We had differences on the two-tier structure, it is settled, they withdrew it," said BCCI secretary Shirke.

Kohli and Co. arrive in West Indies amid off-field controversy

Kohli and Co. arrive in West Indies amid off-field controversy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

India, who lost to Pakistan in the Champions Trophy final at The Oval on Sunday, start favourites for the series comprising five ODIs and a T20 International.

Xi warns Hong Kong protesters of crossing 'red line'

Xi warns Hong Kong protesters of crossing 'red line'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

"Any attempt to endanger national sovereignty and security, challenge the power of the central government and the authority of the Basic Law of the HKSAR (Hong Kong Special Administration Region) or use Hong Kong to carry out infiltration and sabotage activities against the mainland is an act that crosses the red line, and is absolutely impermissible," Xi said.

Why Pogba has strained relationship with media...

Why Pogba has strained relationship with media...

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

France manager Didier Deschamps believes Paul Pogba's strained relationship with the media is due to the 'unfair criticism' he has received in the past and said the misunderstood Manchester United midfielder had learnt to cope with it.

Kenya's Olympic marathon champion dies after fall

Kenya's Olympic marathon champion dies after fall

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Kenyan Olympic marathon champion Samuel Wanjiru died late on Sunday after jumping from the first-floor balcony of his home in the Rift Valley, police said.

Don't regret doing the story, says Pakistani journalist

Don't regret doing the story, says Pakistani journalist

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Dawn's Cyril Almeida said he had triple checked the facts on his story, which reported about the rift between the civilian government and the military in Pakistan.

IMF monitoring situation in India, bats for RBI's independence

IMF monitoring situation in India, bats for RBI's independence

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The IMF expressed its opposition to any move that compromises the independence of central banks anywhere in the world.

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

What Is Raj Thackeray's Gameplan?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The BJP's solo aim in Mumbai and Maharashtra is to finish off the Shiv Sena and Sharad Pawar's NCP.'

I have no lust for captaincy: Afridi

I have no lust for captaincy: Afridi

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

On the eve of ODI series against New Zealand, Pakistan all rounder Shahid Afridi has denied reports of a rift with captain Younus Khan.

Why Ganguly on strike is 'good news' for cricket

Why Ganguly on strike is 'good news' for cricket

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar believes that with Sourav Ganguly becoming BCCI president, India would have a strong voice in the ICC, which they can capitalise on to make some changes in the sport

Tale of Two Skippers: King Kohli soars, Captain Smith plummets

Tale of Two Skippers: King Kohli soars, Captain Smith plummets

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Virat Kohli continued his day job of mesmerising fans with a magical willow

Is it the end of road of coach Kumble?

Is it the end of road of coach Kumble?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Anil Kumble has not accompanied the Indian team to the West Indies for a limited-overs series starting June 23, citing his commitment to an ICC meeting in London.

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

There were times when MS Dhoni let emotions get the better of him.

Gayle refuses to apologise

Gayle refuses to apologise

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

The West Indies captain Chris Gayle refused to apologise to the WICB for comments made during their tour of England.

ISD tariffs may dip 10-15%

ISD tariffs may dip 10-15%

Rediff.com8 Mar 2007

The rift between state-owned telecom services provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd and the telecom watchdog Telecom Regulatory Authority of India over reducing access deficit charge is likely to benefit consumers.

Meghalaya Congress fears repeat of U'khand; sends note to Sonia

Meghalaya Congress fears repeat of U'khand; sends note to Sonia

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

The ruling Congress in Meghalaya, which is enjoying a wafer-thin majority in the 60-member assembly, has reportedly petitioned the party high command on attempts allegedly being made to create rift within the party.

F1 teams shun meeting

F1 teams shun meeting

Rediff.com29 Jan 2005

Decade on, Jaypee Infratech customers still waiting for a home

Decade on, Jaypee Infratech customers still waiting for a home

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Booked between 2007 and 2011, out of the total 32,700 residential units under various Jaypee Infratech (JIL) projects, at least 20,000 homes are yet to be delivered. Supreme Court documents show that, till last March, Jaypee had issued 7,997 offers of possession to homebuyers while executing only 6,530 sub-lease deeds. These deeds offer homebuyers possession rights but, unlike registration, does not guarantee absolute ownership.

We are replacing red tape with red carpet: Modi

We are replacing red tape with red carpet: Modi

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Hard selling India as an investment destination at the WEF, Modi said the government is following the principle of reform, perform and transform.

Ronaldo says he has cleared the air with Blatter

Ronaldo says he has cleared the air with Blatter

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo has patched up his rift with Sepp Blatter following the FIFA president's hairdresser jibe and apparent imitation of the Portuguese international.

Pietersen features in England's provisional T20 World Cup squad

Pietersen features in England's provisional T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Kevin Pietersen's Test future may be in doubt but the mercurial batsman was named in England's provisional 30-member squad for this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Bangladesh on Wednesday.

Nitish Kumar: Masterful craftsman who believes politics is the art of possible

Nitish Kumar: Masterful craftsman who believes politics is the art of possible

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

Known for weighing his options carefully before making any move, Kumar, upon a closer look, comes across as a risk taker who has not shied away from going against the tide.

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Known for weighing his options carefully before making any move, Kumar, upon a closer look, comes across as a risk taker who has not shied away from going against the tide.

Sena wades into AAP war, takes potshots at Kejriwal

Sena wades into AAP war, takes potshots at Kejriwal

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

The Sena said given what has been happening within his party, Kejriwal should cease to preach others about politics.

Arvind Kejriwal quits as AAP convenor

Arvind Kejriwal quits as AAP convenor

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has resigned as the party's convener ahead of the national executive meeting

Pietersen named in England's 'provisional' World Cup squad

Pietersen named in England's 'provisional' World Cup squad

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Kevin Pietersen's test future may be in doubt but the mercurial batsman was hailed as a "million pound asset" when named in England's provisional 30-member squad for this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Bangladesh on Wednesday.

India begin life after World Cup with Windies T20Is

India begin life after World Cup with Windies T20Is

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

It will be a crucial couple of weeks for Shreyas Iyer and Manish Pandey, who are back in the mix after being sidelined from India's 50-over World Cup plans.

Football Briefs: WC stadium shaped like Arabian cap

Football Briefs: WC stadium shaped like Arabian cap

Rediff.com20 Aug 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'There is no future for the Shiv Sena under Uddhavji's leadership.'

'Media must stop baseless stories about disunity in dressing room'

'Media must stop baseless stories about disunity in dressing room'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

India pacer Mohammed Shami, who is currently undergoing a rehabilitation program at the NCA in Bengaluru, also said that undisciplined bowling cost India the series in Bangladesh.

Football Extras: New-look Germany draw with Serbia

Football Extras: New-look Germany draw with Serbia

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Harry, Meghan 'step back' as senior UK royals

Harry, Meghan 'step back' as senior UK royals

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to work towards becoming 'financially independent'.

Guha's bombshell questions Kohli, Dhoni, Dravid, Ganguly, Gavaskar

Guha's bombshell questions Kohli, Dhoni, Dravid, Ganguly, Gavaskar

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

Guha's resignation letter makes it clear that Kumble-Kohli rift is a reality.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

Democracy dead in DMK, says Alagiri

Democracy dead in DMK, says Alagiri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2014

Stung by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam move to suspend him, former Union Minister M K Alagiri on Saturday charged that democracy was dead in the party and questioned why no action was taken against his younger brother M K Stalin's supporters for pasting posters hailing him as future party president.

Scott Morrison replaces Australian PM Turnbull after party vote

Scott Morrison replaces Australian PM Turnbull after party vote

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

Morrison, the current treasurer, won an internal ballot 45-40 over former Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton.

Naidu terms Ansari's comments as 'political propaganda'

Naidu terms Ansari's comments as 'political propaganda'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

There is tolerance that is why democracy is so successful, he said.

Alagiri threatened me that Stalin will die in 3 months: Karunanidhi

Alagiri threatened me that Stalin will die in 3 months: Karunanidhi

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

"Alagiri came to my house on January 24 and complained regarding Stalin and troubled me and used harsh words. Alagiri told me Stalin will die in three months. No father can tolerate such words against his son," Karunanidhi said, explaining.