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India's First Apple Store: Sneak Peek

India's First Apple Store: Sneak Peek

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Apple BKC is designed to be one of the most energy-efficient Apple Store locations in the world, with a dedicated solar array and zero reliance on fossil fuels for store operations. The store is operationally carbon neutral, running on 100 percent renewable energy, Apple said in a statement.

EPL PIX: Haaland strikes again! City top the table

EPL PIX: Haaland strikes again! City top the table

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

A round-up of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

TMC delegation meets kin of Tinsukia victims

TMC delegation meets kin of Tinsukia victims

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

'This is a humanitarian visit. This is a visit to stand with the grieving families. We hope to reach Tinsukia in about two hours and spend some time with the families'

Sonia, Mamata share a moment during opposition meet

Sonia, Mamata share a moment during opposition meet

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi shared moments together, enquiring about each other's health and strategising on opposition unity on the first day of the Bengaluru summit, sources told PTI.

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Opposition puts up united front at INDIA's Delhi show of strength

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Congress said the rally by the INDIA will send a "strong message" to the Lok Kalyan Marg, where the prime minister's residence is located, that the BJP-led government's "time is up".

Does Nitish Kumar Look Worried?

Does Nitish Kumar Look Worried?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Tuesday and Wednesday.

'Only 2 people' know: Cong on agenda for special Parliament session

'Only 2 people' know: Cong on agenda for special Parliament session

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Ramesh also listed several previous occasions when special sessions or special sittings were held and the list of business was known in advance.

5 plagues from China... it has to stop: US NSA

5 plagues from China... it has to stop: US NSA

Rediff.com13 May 2020

As many as five plagues have come out of China in the last 20 years and at some point it has to stop, United States National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien has said, holding the country responsible for the origin of the coronavirus pandemic which has killed over 250,000 people globally.

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Food in India has fled the confines of the kitchen and become a national adventure... Food shows, now even on news channels, have transformed restaurateurs from humble khansamas to courted celebrities.

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

US President Trump "presented the Legion of Merit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the US-India strategic partnership," O'Brien said in a tweet.

Winter Session: Opposition seeks discussion on Mahua's case

Winter Session: Opposition seeks discussion on Mahua's case

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

The impending expulsion of Trinamool Congress (TMC) member Mahua Moitra from the Lok Sabha, three bills to replace criminal laws and a proposed law for the appointment of election commissioners are issues set to dominate the Winter Session of Parliament, with the government urging the Opposition to ensure a conducive environment for discussions in the House.

Ruckus over Manipur claims Day 1 of Parliament's monsoon session

Ruckus over Manipur claims Day 1 of Parliament's monsoon session

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

The Manipur violence issue rocked both houses of Parliament on the opening day of the Monsoon session on Thursday with opposition members creating uproar, demanding a discussion on the situation in the Northeastern state.

Ireland stun World T20 champions West Indies

Ireland stun World T20 champions West Indies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

Ireland added the West Indies to their list of giant-killing victories after scoring a six-wicket victory over the World Twenty20 champions in the first T20 international at Jamaica's Sabina Park on Wednesday.

PIX: Leverkusen, PSG, Real Madrid crowned domestic champs

PIX: Leverkusen, PSG, Real Madrid crowned domestic champs

Rediff.com26 May 2024

A summary of the concluding day's action in the German Cup, French Cup and La Liga.

Babul Supriyo joins TMC weeks after 'quitting politics'

Babul Supriyo joins TMC weeks after 'quitting politics'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

"I am very excited about joining the TMC. I will work for the development of Bengal," he said.

Transfers: Sterling, Sancho seal loan deals; Toney makes Saudi move

Transfers: Sterling, Sancho seal loan deals; Toney makes Saudi move

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Ivan Toney, once Brentford's lynchpin in attack, has moved to Al-Ahli for 40 million pounds ($52.50 million).

Oppn calls demonetisation 'economic genocide', 'criminal act'

Oppn calls demonetisation 'economic genocide', 'criminal act'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

On November 8, 2016, Prime Minister Modi had announced the decision to withdraw Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 denomination notes with the ultimate aim of reducing corruption and black money in the economy.

Will Rahul Shoot And Scoot Again?

Will Rahul Shoot And Scoot Again?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

That he hasn't done so yet, has continued to be active on the political street, in public debate and on social media, signals an important change. It will give his party hope. Maybe the achievement of reducing Mr Modi well below the majority mark will now motivate him to stay committed, observes Shekhar Gupta

Ireland's maiden Test ends in defeat by Pakistan

Ireland's maiden Test ends in defeat by Pakistan

Rediff.com15 May 2018

Ireland lost their maiden Test match to Pakistan by five wickets on Tuesday, but went down fighting at Malahide in Dublin. Starting the day on 319 for seven with Kevin O'Brien resuming on 118, Ireland were only able to add 20 runs to their overnight total to set Pakistan a target of 160.

Opposition seeks all-party delegation visit to Manipur

Opposition seeks all-party delegation visit to Manipur

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

While the Congress demanded immediate sacking of Chief Minister N Biren Singh, the Samajwadi Party and a few others sought imposition of President's rule in the state that has witnessed sporadic violence in since May 3.

Want to do everything to keep peace for Indians, Chinese: Trump

Want to do everything to keep peace for Indians, Chinese: Trump

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Over the past several weeks, the Trump administration has come out in support of India against China.

Australia beat Ireland in rain affected ODI

Australia beat Ireland in rain affected ODI

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Australia secured a 23-run win over Ireland in a rain-interrupted one-day international, in Belfast, on Friday.

Mamata's Ma, Maati, Manush slogan echoes at UN

Mamata's Ma, Maati, Manush slogan echoes at UN

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

"In Bengal, the region of India I come from, we call this humanistic philosophy of 'Ma, Maati and Manush' signifying an equilibrium of the universally caring Mother, the earth, that nurtures us and human beings who must be central to our developmental endeavours," TMC MP Derek O'Brien told delegates while speaking on why poverty eradication should be the focus of UN's operational activities for development.

US will balance geostrategic concerns in India's S-400 deal: Biden nominee

US will balance geostrategic concerns in India's S-400 deal: Biden nominee

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

The United States has made it clear to India that it is "discouraging" it from proceeding with its acquisition of S-400 missile defence systems from Russia but Washington will have to weigh "important geostrategic considerations" while taking a decision on growing calls for a presidential CAATSA waiver to New Delhi, President Joe Biden's nominee for Coordinator for Sanctions Policy has told lawmakers.

Rashid and Hales lead England rout of Ireland

Rashid and Hales lead England rout of Ireland

Rediff.com6 May 2017

Leg-spinner Rashid took five wickets to help bowl Ireland out for 126 before Hales struck 55 off 39 balls to lead England to their easy target.

FA Cup PIX: Man City edge Spurs; Chelsea held

FA Cup PIX: Man City edge Spurs; Chelsea held

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Manchester City clinched a 1-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur, while Chelsea were held to a 0-0 draw at home by Aston Villa.

England overcome batting collapse to beat Ireland

England overcome batting collapse to beat Ireland

Rediff.com4 May 2019

Tom Curran and Ben Foakes put together an unbeaten 98-run partnership to help England beat Ireland by four wickets in a one-off One-Day International in Malahide on Friday.

BJP knocks off Congress and others, corners 6 parliamentary panels

BJP knocks off Congress and others, corners 6 parliamentary panels

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Opposition parties have not been given the chairmanship of any of the four key parliamentary panels including the committee on home affairs and information technology, which were with the Congress, in the latest rejig announced on Tuesday.

INDIA gears up for big showdown on Mar 31 over Kejriwal's arrest

INDIA gears up for big showdown on Mar 31 over Kejriwal's arrest

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

According to the Aam Aadmi Party, it has received permission from the authorities concerned to hold the rally of more than 20,000 people.

RS adjourned amid uproar over suspension of members

RS adjourned amid uproar over suspension of members

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

The proceedings of the House were almost washed out as it could not take up any legislative business.

WSG head admits receiving bribe for IPL TV rights

WSG head admits receiving bribe for IPL TV rights

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

Venu Nair, World Sports Group (WSG) has reportedly told IT officials on Friday that Multi-Screen Media (MSM) did pay WSG Rs 225 crore or $80 million as kickbacks for IPL telecast rights.

Young vs old rivalry persists in TMC as party calls for unity

Young vs old rivalry persists in TMC as party calls for unity

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The recent controversy unfolded after West Bengal Chief Minister and TMC leader Mamata Banerjee had in November advocated the need to give due respect to senior members and rejected the notion that elderly leaders should retire from active politics.

Oppn welcomes SC ruling on EC, says landmark verdict for free and fair polls

Oppn welcomes SC ruling on EC, says landmark verdict for free and fair polls

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the verdict is a victory of democracy.

Cup Camera: Irish treat, UDRS bashing

Cup Camera: Irish treat, UDRS bashing

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Videos from around the World Cup.

TMC condemns CBI search at party MP's Delhi residence

TMC condemns CBI search at party MP's Delhi residence

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

The Trinamool Congress condemned a Central Bureau of Investigation search at the party's Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Debabrata Bandopadhyay's residence in Delhi today saying that the central agency was being used by the Bharatiya Janata Party government with a motive of political vendetta against the main opposition parties.

Record run fest in Delhi as Markram smashes fastest WC ton

Record run fest in Delhi as Markram smashes fastest WC ton

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Australia's 417-6 against Afghanistan in Perth in 2015 was the previous highest total in the men's World Cup.

Will resign if proven I called Shah to...: Mamata

Will resign if proven I called Shah to...: Mamata

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Banerjee, who was speaking to reporters at West Bengal's state secretariat, said that her party's name will remain the All India Trinamool Congress.

INDIA Bloc Hits Familiar Roadblocks

INDIA Bloc Hits Familiar Roadblocks

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Some constituents of the alliance have raised concern that the panels, particularly the 14-member coordination committee, are at risk of becoming ineffective, as their decisions have so far not been acted upon.

Another round of govt-Oppn talks over RS logjam fails

Another round of govt-Oppn talks over RS logjam fails

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

The over half-an-hour meeting between the opposition parties and the government, however, remained inconclusive.