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RCB Restores Bengaluru Lakes

RCB Restores Bengaluru Lakes

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

RCB cricketers will don green jerseys in their IPL 2024 game against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Sunday, April 21, 2024.

Big blow to Siddaramaiah as Guv sanctions his prosecution

Big blow to Siddaramaiah as Guv sanctions his prosecution

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Saturday accorded sanction for prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment 'scam', giving a major jolt to the nearly 15 month old Congress government.

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

What Did Modi's Ukraine Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

In retrospect, it appeared that the bitterness of the war was still strong and the Ukrainian success in occupying Russian territory just a few days ago had added to the complexity of the situation. The positive US response to the visit, however, remains a silver lining in the dark clouds, notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Hosts Pakistan won't shift Davis Cup venue vs India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

'They should come to Pakistan. It's not fair that they do not come to Pakistan. The Indian team is much better than us. We have a beautiful hotel just across the stadium. If Indians come it will send a good message that we are good neighbours.'

Centre lifts ban on govt officials doing RSS work

Centre lifts ban on govt officials doing RSS work

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Te Congress slammed the Centre's order, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants to politicise employees on an ideological basis.

Southwest Monsoon to reach Kerala on May 31 amid El Nino concerns

Southwest Monsoon to reach Kerala on May 31 amid El Nino concerns

Rediff.com15 May 2024

"This year, the Southwest Monsoon is likely to set over Kerala on May 31 with a model error of four days," the India meteorological department said on Wednesday.

Will go on 28-day fast from August 15 if...: Sonam Wangchuk

Will go on 28-day fast from August 15 if...: Sonam Wangchuk

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Climate activist Soman Wangchuk announced on Sunday that he will launch a 28-day fast on Independence Day if the government does not invite Ladakh authorities for talks on demands for statehood and constitutional protection for the union territory.

India's tennis stars to face Pakistan after 60 yrs

India's tennis stars to face Pakistan after 60 yrs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Davis Cup: Ramkumar to lead Indian challenge against Pakistan on grass courts

Players give thumbs down to neutral venues in Ranji Trophy

Players give thumbs down to neutral venues in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's move to have Ranji Trophy matches at neutral venues failed miserably in its first attempt, according to leading domestic players who say the idea did not work due to apathy of the host associations and poor planning.

Zimbabwe rules out playing at neutral venue

Zimbabwe rules out playing at neutral venue

Rediff.com15 May 2007

Zimbabwe on Monday rejected an offer for its cricket team to play Australia at a neutral venue and accused the Australian government of renewed efforts to topple President Robert Mugabe.

Nirmalaji Eyes Higher GDP Growth Target

Nirmalaji Eyes Higher GDP Growth Target

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

'The nominal GDP growth assumption for FY25 may be revised upwards on higher growth expectations.'

Soccer PIX: Suarez farewell ends in goalless draw; Italy stun France

Soccer PIX: Suarez farewell ends in goalless draw; Italy stun France

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Brazil return to winning ways with dreary win over Ecuador in their World Cup qualifiers.

Outfits So Outrageous That...

Outfits So Outrageous That...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Students of Pearl Academy presented their collection, First Cut, at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai.

No Hybrid Model? PCB names venues for Champions Trophy

No Hybrid Model? PCB names venues for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

PCB continued to insist that the tournament will stay in Pakistan despite speculation of a 'hybrid model' being under consideration to ensure India's participation.

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Her fashion choices is one that's hard to ignore.

Buddha, Basaveshwara, Ambedkar are divine incarnations, says HC

Buddha, Basaveshwara, Ambedkar are divine incarnations, says HC

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

While dismissing a public interest litigation that challenged the sanctity of the oath taken by members of the legislative assembly in the name of certain persons instead of as mandated in the Constitution, the high court has said that Buddha, Basaveshwara and Ambedkar are considered as divine incarnations which is the same meaning the Constitution employs to denote 'God'.

GST Council's fitment committee likely to consider dropping 12% slab

GST Council's fitment committee likely to consider dropping 12% slab

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The fitment committee under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, comprising central and state officials, has begun a rate rationalisation exercise afresh, checking the possibility of dropping some of the rates, particularly the 12 per cent slab, to achieve a revenue-neutral structure, a senior official with direct knowledge of the matter

Securities transaction tax on F&O hiked from October 1

Securities transaction tax on F&O hiked from October 1

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said the securities transaction tax (STT) will be increased on futures and options (F&O) trade from October 1 to discourage retail investors from investing in the risky instrument.

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Take a look at what the desi celebs wore to the fashion extravaganza.

Muslim law board to challenge SC alimony verdict

Muslim law board to challenge SC alimony verdict

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

After a meeting of its working committee in New Delhi, the board adopted a resolution which stated that the recent judgment of the Supreme Court on the maintenance of Muslim divorcee women is "against the Islamic law (Shariah)".

England accept Pak proposal for neutral umpires

England accept Pak proposal for neutral umpires

Rediff.com19 Jul 2005

England accepted Pakistan's proposal to have neutral umpires for this year's One-Day International series in Pakistan.

Para World Cup: Shooter Narwal wins two silver

Para World Cup: Shooter Narwal wins two silver

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Manish Narwal won a silver medal each in the men's 10m air pistol (SH1) individual and team events at the WSPS Para Shooting World Cup.

Aren't You Smiling Right Back At Sadia?

Aren't You Smiling Right Back At Sadia?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

She has got a pretty girl wardrobe that you'll want to own right away.

France's Mbappe takes surprise political stance at Euros

France's Mbappe takes surprise political stance at Euros

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

With France facing political turmoil, Mbappe used the pre-match press conference to address the nation. He called the situation "dire" and urged young people to fight against extremism gaining power.

India to get above-normal rainfall this monsoon, says IMD

India to get above-normal rainfall this monsoon, says IMD

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

India is likely to see above-normal rainfall in the four-month monsoon season (June to September) with cumulative rainfall rainfall estimated at 106 percent of the long-period average (87 cm), he said.

Pakistan want neutral umpires for England ODIs

Pakistan want neutral umpires for England ODIs

Rediff.com4 Jul 2005

PCB director of operations Saleem Altaf said he would ask the England and Wales Cricket Board for neutral umpires for the series.

ICC to scrap neutral umpires system?

ICC to scrap neutral umpires system?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) might do away with the concept of neutral umpires by this year's Ashes as it feels the Decision Review System would clear the decks for officials to stand in matches featuring their home country.

India cannot stay neutral towards Iran: Shimon Peres

India cannot stay neutral towards Iran: Shimon Peres

Rediff.com23 Jun 2013

Describing Iran as a "danger" to world peace, Israeli President Shimon Peres has asked India not to remain "neutral" to Iran's "aggressive attempt" to become a forceful hegemon in the region.

FAQ: What's net neutrality? How does it affect you?

FAQ: What's net neutrality? How does it affect you?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Rediff.com gives you a lowdown on the net neutrality issue that is today part of the national discourse.

Trump plans to attend Republican convention on Monday

Trump plans to attend Republican convention on Monday

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

The convention is set to begin on Monday and Trump is scheduled to formally accept his party's nomination and deliver remarks on Thursday night, The Hill reported.

Adani Group aims to become leader in cement sector in 4 years

Adani Group aims to become leader in cement sector in 4 years

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Ambuja Cements' announcement that it would acquire Hyderabad-based Penna Cement Industries could be the Adani Group company's first step for wider inorganic expansion, according to analysts.

PCB insist on neutral umps for ODIs

PCB insist on neutral umps for ODIs

Rediff.com14 Mar 2005

'This way, said chairman Shaharyar Khan, we would definitely see less controversy in the shorter version of the game."

DC approach against CSK: Positivity and aggression

DC approach against CSK: Positivity and aggression

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

'It's not a short tournament, it's quite a long tournament, but by saying that, you would prefer to get off to a good start than get off to a slow start. We have still got 12 games to play.'

DoT to consult more on net-neutrality rules

DoT to consult more on net-neutrality rules

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

DoT will have wider consultations with all stakeholders.

Meet Nirmalaji's Core Budget Team

Meet Nirmalaji's Core Budget Team

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The finance minister continues to be backed by the same policy team in charting out the broad strategy as in the few earlier Budgets.

'For Tata Steel, It Will Be Better Than Last Year'

'For Tata Steel, It Will Be Better Than Last Year'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

'When you look at reviving private sector capex, I don't think there's a better story than steel.'

Ranji Trophy to be played in neutral venues from Oct 6

Ranji Trophy to be played in neutral venues from Oct 6

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

All the matches in the upcoming Ranji Trophy cricket tournament will be played in neutral venues, according to the fixture of the Domestic tournaments announced by the BCCI on Friday. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today (Friday) announced the fixtures for the Domestic tournaments for senior, junior and women to be played in 2016-17 season.

Muslim women entitled to alimony under secular CrPC, rules SC

Muslim women entitled to alimony under secular CrPC, rules SC

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

In a judgment of far-reaching implications, the Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that a Muslim woman can seek maintenance from her husband under Section 125 of the CrPC and said the "religion neutral" provision is applicable to all married women irrespective of their religion.

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Why The Speaker's Job Is Important

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The Speaker is the final authority to take a call on cases of defection. Although this may not be an immediate concern now, but its occurrence in the future cannot be ruled out considering the volatile nature of politics, points out Rup Narayan Das.

I don't agree with neutral venues: Tendulkar

I don't agree with neutral venues: Tendulkar

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

India's batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar on Friday said he was not in favour of playing matches at neutral venues as it takes away much of the charm.