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PIX: Varane powers Real to win; Barcelona held to draw

PIX: Varane powers Real to win; Barcelona held to draw

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane made up for the absence of Sergio Ramos by scoring one goal and making another to help his side to a hard-fought 3-0 win at Getafe. La Liga leaders Barcelona were held to a 2-2 draw at struggling Espanyol on Saturday as China striker Wu Lei came off the bench to grab a late equaliser in a pulsating city derby.

Laid off? Get your finances in order. Here's how!

Laid off? Get your finances in order. Here's how!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

As part our series on dealing with the pink slip, we spoke to financial planner Sridhar Vetapalem on how to get your finances in order.

'Surveillance can't go down because the curve is going down'

'Surveillance can't go down because the curve is going down'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

'Even after vaccines are given, precautions like using a mask and maintaining social distancing have to be taken.'

Trump details the operation to kill ISIS chief Baghdadi

Trump details the operation to kill ISIS chief Baghdadi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

Trump said Baghdadi constantly changed his mind about his movements from his well protected compound in Syria, but, for reasons known to him, this time decided to stay for longer.

Shower, cups of coffee await Syrian refugee stuck at airport for 7 months

Shower, cups of coffee await Syrian refugee stuck at airport for 7 months

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

37-year-old Hassan Al Kontar has finally been granted asylum in Canada where he will begin his new life.

Trump ends preferential trade privileges for India

Trump ends preferential trade privileges for India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

Prez says that India has not assured the United States that it will provide 'equitable and reasonable access to its markets'.

VVIP chopper scam: BJP plans to target Sonia

VVIP chopper scam: BJP plans to target Sonia

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

The Bharatiya Janata Party plans to target Sonia Gandhi and other Congress leaders on the issue of bribes in the AgustaWestland chopper deal during the United Progressive Alliance regime

Why is the Left unwilling to deal with history?

Why is the Left unwilling to deal with history?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

'The Left brands any criticism of Islam -- its history, its dogmas -- 'Islamophobic', conflating criticism of an ideology with criticism of a people,' notes Vikram Johri.

Is this the end of the road for Varanasi's handloom weavers?

Is this the end of the road for Varanasi's handloom weavers?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Powerlooms and a lack of policy have pushed heritage art towards extinction, say Shreya Jai and Subhayan Chakraborty.

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Kerala Tourism has drawn up God's Own Country 2.0 and the department is going all out to repair the state's image and infrastructure. Apart from being a damage control exercise, it is also an opportunity to reimagine the state as a tourism brand.

Britain's Theresa May wins confidence vote in leadership

Britain's Theresa May wins confidence vote in leadership

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

Under the party's rules, May's leadership of the party cannot be challenged for at least a year now.

'Kapil is genuinely unwell'

'Kapil is genuinely unwell'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

'I feel sad that a man who still has the capacity to entertain will not be around for some time.' 'It's a loss for the entire nation.' 'A fabulous talent not being on television for some time is a great loss for viewers.' 'Let us pray he gets well soon.'

United edge Everton to enter FA Cup final after Martial's late goal

United edge Everton to enter FA Cup final after Martial's late goal

Rediff.com24 Apr 2016

Anthony Martial snatched a late winner to send Louis van Gaal's Manchester United into a potentially season-redeeming FA Cup final as the favourites following a 2-1 victory over Everton at Wembley on Saturday.

Lalu's absence makes family feud grow stronger

Lalu's absence makes family feud grow stronger

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The feud in the family -- brother versus brother, sister versus brother, and daughter versus mother -- is an open secret. In the absence of the patriarch, there is no one to compose their differences, reports Satyavrat Mishra.

Banned Indonesia wants Mourinho to train national team

Banned Indonesia wants Mourinho to train national team

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Indonesia wants former Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho to train its beleaguered national football team, the country's sports minister said on Tuesday.

Fishing boats in Odisha to follow colour code

Fishing boats in Odisha to follow colour code

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

In a move to strengthen coastal security, the Odisha government has asked fishermen to paint their boats and trawlers with a specific colour pattern for their easy identification.

After exam paper leak, Thane police claims to have busted an Army recruitment racket

After exam paper leak, Thane police claims to have busted an Army recruitment racket

Rediff.com26 Feb 2017

At least 18 suspects, including a retired serviceman and a paramilitary personnel, have been arrested during raids in Maharashtra and Goa since midnight on Saturday.

How I slayed my demons and won an Olympic medal

How I slayed my demons and won an Olympic medal

Rediff.com26 May 2020

'Sport is cruel, as is life, which is why winning becomes sweet.'

'Demonetisation gives Modi a powerful narrative for 2019'

'Demonetisation gives Modi a powerful narrative for 2019'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

'If the Modi government is successful in extraditing a high-profile fugitive such as Vijay Mallya or Nirav Modi before the 2019 election, the government will be able to link demonetisation to this and turn it into a positive.'

Reputation is the only thing which a judge has: CJI Gogoi

Reputation is the only thing which a judge has: CJI Gogoi

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

The CJI said that after being a judge for around two decades, he had a bank balance of Rs 6.80 lakh.

Modi may use executive order to pass insurance, coal bills

Modi may use executive order to pass insurance, coal bills

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Modi, who was elected in May with a mandate to provide jobs and economic growth, has seen his reform agenda stymied by controversial statements by lawmakers in his party

As Jet grounds flights, 20,000 employees are staring at uncertain future

As Jet grounds flights, 20,000 employees are staring at uncertain future

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

The April 2 Supreme Court order quashing the February 12, 2018 RBI circular (which ended all debt recast plans even on a one-day default) put paid to the resolution plan as banks were left with no leeway to restructure the loan and pay the promised Rs 1,500 crore interim funds.

Gujarat polls: Congress promises farm loan waiver, Indira canteens, special quota

Gujarat polls: Congress promises farm loan waiver, Indira canteens, special quota

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The Congress, desperate to make a comeback in Gujarat, which has been ruled by the Bharatiya Janata Party for over 20 years, has tried to reach out to various sections of society in its blueprint unveiled.

Dealing with Coronavirus with patience and humour

Dealing with Coronavirus with patience and humour

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Endearing moments of family time, impromptu singing sessions, ping-pong games on dinner tables and a constant stream of online humour provide a much-needed salve of hope and sanity in this time of distress.

'The CBI's clean image is over for now'

'The CBI's clean image is over for now'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

'The selection process of the CBI chief has not been appropriate.' 'Three successive CBI directors have been found in corrupt moral practices.' 'A thorough investigation needs to be done before appointing anyone to such a post.'

Railways to run 100 'Shramik special' trains daily

Railways to run 100 'Shramik special' trains daily

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The opposition has been critical of the Centre's handling of the situation, accusing it of not doing enough to ease the hardships of the migrant workers, many of whom have lost their jobs during the lockdown which started on March 25.

PHOTOS: Germany, Netherlands win; Wales hold Croatia

PHOTOS: Germany, Netherlands win; Wales hold Croatia

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Germany overcame an early red card to Emre Can and eventually eased to a 3-0 victory away to Estonia on Sunday in a Euro 2020 qualifier to go joint-top of Group C.

If Modi can pull this off, it will make him a true world leader

If Modi can pull this off, it will make him a true world leader

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

'We should credit Prime Minister Modi with having foresight and courage and showing leadership on climate change.'

Soccer Extras: Casillas included in Porto squad for new season

Soccer Extras: Casillas included in Porto squad for new season

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who suffered a heart attack in May, has been registered by the club to play in this season's Portuguese league.

What surprises will PM spring this week?

What surprises will PM spring this week?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

From note ban result to Delhi's next L-G, a few things to look forward to.

3 Mumbai properties of Dawood auctioned for Rs 11.58 crore

3 Mumbai properties of Dawood auctioned for Rs 11.58 crore

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

The Saifee Burhani Upliftment Trust bought Hotel Raunaq Afroz, Shabnam Guest House and six rooms in Damarwala building.

Anxiety and angst as Indians mark month of lockdown

Anxiety and angst as Indians mark month of lockdown

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The journey of getting used to a new way of life -- without domestic help, without the necessity of dressing up to step out and just staying cooped up indoors -- has been out of the ordinary, equal parts good, bad and ugly.

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Its economy dependent on tourist arrivals, the hill state is looking at a summer of discontent. Not that the rest of the year promises to be any different. Ashwani Sharma reports from Shimla.

How Amrapali's Anil Sharma had a great fall

How Amrapali's Anil Sharma had a great fall

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Cut to 2019, and his name evokes grief and anger among more than 40,000 homebuyers who are fighting for the keys to their flats, which they should have rightfully got more than seven years back.

Mandela's condition improved, but still on life support

Mandela's condition improved, but still on life support

Rediff.com27 Jun 2013

Ailing democracy icon Nelson Mandela's was "very critical" and "anything is imminent", the anti-apartheid leader's eldest daughter said, as South African President Jacob Zuma on Thursday cancelled a trip to Mozambique.

Legal woes for Kejriwal after BJP slaps notice

Legal woes for Kejriwal after BJP slaps notice

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday served a legal notice to Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly "defaming" the party.

Work: The 888 vs 996 debate

Work: The 888 vs 996 debate

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Mumbai is the most hard working city in the world. Mumbaikars work for an average of 3,315 hours annually. In comparison, a full-time employee in Beijing works for an average of 2,096 hours a year, says Shyamal Majumdar.

The missing topic in Modi-Trump talks: H-1B visas

The missing topic in Modi-Trump talks: H-1B visas

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

The H-1B issue specifically did not figure in the talks, with Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar telling reporters that there was a lot of discussion with business leaders and the two leaders about the digital partnership when asked about whether H-1B visa issue figured in the talks.

Personal vs group mediclaim: Four advantages

Personal vs group mediclaim: Four advantages

Rediff.com4 Mar 2017

There are four important reasons why you must also buy personal mediclaim over group mediclaim, says Dhruv Sarin

PIX: India observes Janta curfew, PM says long battle ahead

PIX: India observes Janta curfew, PM says long battle ahead

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The prime minister thanked the people but said it was the start of a long battle, as he urged them to follow social distancing to stop the chain of transmission of Coronavirus which has infected 360 people and claimed seven lives in India.