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US court wants specifics of financial benefits made by Gupta

US court wants specifics of financial benefits made by Gupta

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

A US judge has asked prosecutors to provide specific financial benefits they allege former Goldman Sachs director Rajat Gupta made by passing inside information to his friend Raj Rajaratnam amidst allegations that he also tipped him about Proctor and Gamble's 2008 sale of Folgers Coffee Co to JM Smucker.

Tour de France Trentin wins 17th stage as tempers fly

Tour de France Trentin wins 17th stage as tempers fly

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Team Ineos's Luke Rowe and Lotto Jumbo-Visma's Tony Martin were both kicked out of the race following an altercation, just under 14 kilometres from the finish.

Drogba doubts temper Elephants' roar

Drogba doubts temper Elephants' roar

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

Ivory Coast's Elephants face a challenge of jumbo proportions against Portugal in Group G on Tuesday in a game where the points may hinge on the fitness of their talismanic striker Didier Drogba.

Philippines reports coronavirus death, toll reaches 305

Philippines reports coronavirus death, toll reaches 305

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

The virus, which has infected more than 14,562 people, continues to spread beyond China.

Wishes pour in for Kumble on 49th birthday

Wishes pour in for Kumble on 49th birthday

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Many India cricketers, past and present took to Twitter to extend birthday wishes for the spinner who has more than 600 Test wickets to his credit.

India should take 26-strong squad to Australia: Prasad

India should take 26-strong squad to Australia: Prasad

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'Since we cannot trust the net bowlers about their exposure to COVID, it would be ideal to go with a large contingent as we can be assured of all the players' safety as they will be in a bio-secure environment.'

Kumble visits ailing Yuvraj in US

Kumble visits ailing Yuvraj in US

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

Recovering from a malignant tumour between his lungs in the United States, star India cricketer Yuvraj Singh was paid a "surprise" visit by former skipper Anil Kumble.

What PETA said to the EC about UP polls

What PETA said to the EC about UP polls

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

Animal rights body People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on Friday appealed to the Election Commission to allow it to use the covered up elephant statues in Uttar Pradesh as a platform to expose cruelty against jumbos in circuses. In a letter to Chief Election Commissioner S Y Quraishi, PETA urged him to request the Uttar Pradesh government to open the city's parks for them.

COVID-19: 'The young are dying'

COVID-19: 'The young are dying'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

'When this COVID-19 restarted, the first thing I observed was that the patients are all below 50 years.'

Gilani authorised to trim his cabinet

Gilani authorised to trim his cabinet

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

The ruling Pakistan People's Party has authorised Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to dissolve his jumbo cabinet and form a smaller council of ministers amid demands for political reforms from the opposition and international donors.

DGCA orders probe after Jet midair scare

DGCA orders probe after Jet midair scare

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

In a midair scare, a Guwahati-bound Jet Airways aircraft from Delhi with about 130 passengers and crew on board was on Thursday caught in severe turbulence, which the airline claimed was caused by a passing Boeing 747 jumbo.

Cyclone Tauktae intensifies, 6 dead in 2 states

Cyclone Tauktae intensifies, 6 dead in 2 states

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Gale-force winds, heavy rainfall and high tidal waves swept the coastal belt of Kerala, Karnataka and Goa as Cyclone Tauktae hurtled northwards towards Gujarat on Sunday, leaving four people dead in Karnataka and two in Goa, damaging hundreds of houses, uprooting electricity poles and trees and forcing evacuation.

'We have tided over the crisis in this part of the country, hopefully'

'We have tided over the crisis in this part of the country, hopefully'

Rediff.com15 May 2021

'In the second wave, probably due to the mutants, probably due to COVID-19-inappropriate behaviour, we are seeing it coming in the younger population, say from ages 30 to 50.' 'Also, we've seen that sometimes they deteriorate pretty rapidly and therefore we may need to keep a closer watch on the symptoms and on the oxygen levels at home.'

An easy-to-understand guide on Budget jargon

An easy-to-understand guide on Budget jargon

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

Budget is the annual fiscal exercise that attracts a lot interest, as it is a plan that sets goals, outlines resources to meet these goals, provides details of the government's receipts and payments, and frames the taxation policies for the country.

Vote for your favourite commentator this World Cup!

Vote for your favourite commentator this World Cup!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2011

A usual pet peeve for the cricket buff is the quality of cricket commentary in big tournaments. This World Cup tournament copped more than its fair share of criticism.

This Covid warrior was showered with petals

This Covid warrior was showered with petals

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

"I am not afraid of COVID-19.'

Scare for Pranab jet as pigs invade runway

Scare for Pranab jet as pigs invade runway

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

In a serious safety breach, Nagpur airport runway was intruded by a drove of pigs when President Pranab Mukherjee's jumbo Boeing 737 was taxiing towards the runway after landing on Monday, prompting the civil aviation ministry to seek a report.

'When the deadly second wave came, Modi got exposed'

'When the deadly second wave came, Modi got exposed'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

'We will see a kind of disaster which the country has not seen in the last 100 years.'

Fire razes Mumbai slum, residents smell foul play

Fire razes Mumbai slum, residents smell foul play

Rediff.com5 Mar 2011

The fire broke out around 7:30 pm, a local fire department official said, adding that an estimated 700 to 800 houses had been gutted.

Fire razes Mumbai slum, residents smell foul play

Fire razes Mumbai slum, residents smell foul play

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Am assive fire engulfed the slum enclave of Behrampada in Bandra East, north west Mumbai, abutting the Bandra railway station.

'The Gita's wisdom has gone mainstream'

'The Gita's wisdom has gone mainstream'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2011

Today, more than ever, American society continues to accept, and indeed embrace, eastern culture and spirituality. The popularity of yoga, reincarnation, and vegetarianism are all testaments to the fact that the Gita's wisdom has gone mainstream.

Why do terrorists target Times Square?

Why do terrorists target Times Square?

Rediff.com3 May 2010

Behind the JumboTron faade of Times Square dwells a vibrant, quintessential America. Any attack plot on the Times Square is an assault on the liberalism the United States stands for. P Rajendran gets a bit nostalgic the day the 'Crossraods of the World' stood on the brink of danger.

Antony for speeding up defence procurements

Antony for speeding up defence procurements

Rediff.com4 Feb 2009

With the armed forces going on a fast-track modernisation drive after 26/11 terror strikes, Defence Minister A K Antony on Wednesday said that the "Unnecessary procedures, bottle-necks and red-tape should be cut down for hastening procurement procedures." Antony was addressing the "Jumbo" Majumdar Seminar on 'Dominance of Aerospace Power', in New Delhi.

Singapore Airlines to add more flights this Diwali

Singapore Airlines to add more flights this Diwali

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

At present, it operates A380 on the Delhi and Mumbai routes.

Defence Budget: Alarm bells ringing

Defence Budget: Alarm bells ringing

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

Stagnant defence expenditure in India and set back to modernisation would be music to the ears of Gen Kayani and Hu Jin Tao.

Australia to send largest contingent for Delhi CWG

Australia to send largest contingent for Delhi CWG

Rediff.com2 Oct 2009

Australia plans to send its largest ever contingent for the 2010 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Delhi despite security apprehensions but has left it to the athletes to take a call on their participation in the multi-discipline event.

Tour de France: Calmejane defeats cramp to win stage, Froome stays in control

Tour de France: Calmejane defeats cramp to win stage, Froome stays in control

Rediff.com8 Jul 2017

Lilian Calmejane rode fought off a bout of cramp to claim a dramatic solo win in the eighth stage of the Tour de France on Saturday, as the overall favourites stayed quiet on the eve of a punishing day in the Jura mountains.

Mumbai: Fire in Mantralaya; no casualty

Mumbai: Fire in Mantralaya; no casualty

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

Two years after a devastating fire in the state secretariat claimed five lives, panic revisited the Maharashtra administrative headquarters on Monday when fire broke out on the first floor of the annex building in Mumbai but there were no casualties.

Bernal becomes first Colombian to win Tour de France

Bernal becomes first Colombian to win Tour de France

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The 22-year-old Bernal, the youngest rider to win the race in 110 years, gave Team Ineos --formerly Team Sky -- their seventh title in the last eight editions.

Revealed: What Uddhav told Mumbai doctors

Revealed: What Uddhav told Mumbai doctors

Rediff.com26 May 2020

'Cases are increasing, day by day, because testing has increased.'

45 injured as fire breaks out at BPCL refinery in Mumbai

45 injured as fire breaks out at BPCL refinery in Mumbai

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

The fire was brought under control after three hours, a Mumbai Fire Brigade official said, adding that cooling operations were underway.

Coronavirus: 324 evacuated from Wuhan in AI plane

Coronavirus: 324 evacuated from Wuhan in AI plane

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

The first plane -- Air India's jumbo B747 aircraft carrying 211 students, 110 working professionals and three minors-- reached Delhi around 7.30 am and another flight of the airline would leave the national capital for the Chinese city in the afternoon.

'It is such a cruel disease'

'It is such a cruel disease'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

'Interns, fresh MBBS graduates, nursing students, young doctors and nurses have brought pride to their degrees and their oath by courageously donning the PPE and caring for patients.' 'They are the foot soldiers of this war.'

Why Akshay's career is still rocking

Why Akshay's career is still rocking

Rediff.com14 May 2009

Between 2008 2009 Akshay Kumar had 5 releases and four major flops like Tashan, Chandni Chowk to China, Jumbo, Tasveer 8X10. we thought of speaking to few people related to industry and Akshay about his career so far, and what they would advice him on his career growth.

Dhoot eyes Nahata pie in Datacom Solutions

Dhoot eyes Nahata pie in Datacom Solutions

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

Surajeet Das Gupta & Rajesh Kurup in New Delhi/Mumbai

Co-ownership of property & your rights

Co-ownership of property & your rights

Rediff.com6 May 2009

Co-ownership, or joint ownership, simply put is when two or more persons hold title to the same property.

World Cup Diary: Media boycotts interaction, Bumrah undergoes dope test

World Cup Diary: Media boycotts interaction, Bumrah undergoes dope test

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Here is a lowdown of all the lighthearted, fun news from around the ICC World Cup.

Major fire in Mumbai Central station warehouse

Major fire in Mumbai Central station warehouse

Rediff.com6 Oct 2004

Three tankers and a jumbo tanker have been pressed into service for dousing the blaze. No case of injury has been reported so far.\n\n

Air India invites bids to lease out 3 aircraft

Air India invites bids to lease out 3 aircraft

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

This is the third time this month that the national carrier has invited bids for leasing out aircraft.

Nahata, Dhoots in telecom feud

Nahata, Dhoots in telecom feud

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

A no-holds-barred boardroom battle has broken out between Mahendra Nahata and the Dhoots of Videocon, 36:64 partners in Datacom Solutions, a company which wants to launch mobile telephone services all over the country in a month-and-a-half.