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India-NZ Test: MCA's generous offer for fans

India-NZ Test: MCA's generous offer for fans

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The ticket prices will remain same as the previous rates for the upcoming third Test of the India versus New Zealand series to be played here from November 1-5, the Mumbai Cricket Association has said.

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.' 'Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the perception and reputation of Union Cabinets.' 'Governments couldn't afford a wrong person in that portfolio,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

MP school teacher suspended for joining Bharat Jodo Yatra

MP school teacher suspended for joining Bharat Jodo Yatra

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Rajesh Kannoje, a teacher with a primary school under the state's Tribal Affairs Department in Kanasya, was suspended on November 25, a day after he took part in the yatra.

Rafael Nadal's India Connections

Rafael Nadal's India Connections

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

A year before he won his first Grand Slam title at Roland Garros in 2005, Rafa made his debut in India at the Chennai Open.

Tighter curbs imposed in Kerala Nipah containment zones

Tighter curbs imposed in Kerala Nipah containment zones

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Five wards in two panchayats of Malappuram district were declared as containment zones and directions have been issued not to gather in large numbers.

Can Trump Fix India's US Problem?

Can Trump Fix India's US Problem?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

No single individual, institution, or action is to blame for this. The BJP is responding in kind -- definitely not without checking with its government. And they wait for Mr Trump, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Exam Time? 10 Ways Parents Can Help

Exam Time? 10 Ways Parents Can Help

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

The best thing parents can give to their child is their time, says Professor Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

His cinema of compassion inspired me, gave me tools to develop empathy for others. But it also made me understand that serious, socially committed cinema with deeply engaging narratives and great performances is an art form to admire, appreciate and explore. Aseem Chhabra remembers Shyam Benegal, who passed into the ages on Monday evening.

Cong vs BJP in Himachal over CM's 'missing samosas'

Cong vs BJP in Himachal over CM's 'missing samosas'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The Congress maintained that the state government had not ordered any such inquiry and it could be an internal matter of the CID. A top CID official has also said that no formal inquiry was ordered into the incident.

World Cup medal and Olympic gold: Hockey captain's big goals

World Cup medal and Olympic gold: Hockey captain's big goals

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

India men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh has two Olympic bronze medals in his cabinet, but rues missing out on World Cup glory.

Be A Part of Nayanthara's Life

Be A Part of Nayanthara's Life

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Superheroes, snowmen, freedom fighters, Sukanya Verma lists everything the OTT channels have to offer this week.

Indians in Russia to seek Modi's help to build Hindu temple

Indians in Russia to seek Modi's help to build Hindu temple

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The Indian community in Russia are eagerly waiting for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Moscow and will be seeking his support to build a Hindu temple in the country, a new Indian school building and the availability of more direct flights to India.

Cricket Is A Game, Not A War

Cricket Is A Game, Not A War

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Boycotting the Champions Trophy will not tackle the issue we have with Pakistan, points out Aakar Patel.

Meet Usha Vance, Indian-American wife of Trump's VP pick

Meet Usha Vance, Indian-American wife of Trump's VP pick

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Born Usha Chilukuri, she has carved out a distinguished career in the legal field, having clerked for Supreme Court Justices John Roberts and Brett Kavanaugh before Kavanaugh's nomination to the court.

'Worth more than gold: Kusale's historic bronze'

'Worth more than gold: Kusale's historic bronze'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Prez, PM and sports fraternity hail bronze medallist shooter Sawpnil Kusale

The Swades State Of Mind

The Swades State Of Mind

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

As Swades turns 20, Aseem Chhabra looks back at the film that spoke to him.

Permission denied for conversion of Hindus to Islam, mass marriage

Permission denied for conversion of Hindus to Islam, mass marriage

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The programme proposed by local political group Ittehad-e-Millat Council (IMC) to conduct a mass marriage of men and women of other religions who have converted to Islam has been postponed after the Bareilly district administration denied permission for the event.

Historic bronze for shooter Swapnil Kusale in Paris

Historic bronze for shooter Swapnil Kusale in Paris

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Swapnil Kusale fought his way back to win the bronze in his very first appearance at the Olympic Games.

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Vantika Agrawal, 21, is aiming to become a Grandmaster, which could happen as early as next year.

It's official! Bopanna teams up with Balaji for Paris Olympics

It's official! Bopanna teams up with Balaji for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Rohan Bopanna will pair with N Sriram Balaji in the men's doubles event at the Paris Olympics.

AFSPA reimposed in Jiribam, 5 other areas in Manipur

AFSPA reimposed in Jiribam, 5 other areas in Manipur

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

The Centre has reimposed the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in Manipur's six police station areas, including the violence-hit Jiribam.

Old actors losing teeth: DMK leader attacks Rajnikanth

Old actors losing teeth: DMK leader attacks Rajnikanth

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The minister's reaction came days after Rajinikanth praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for "managing" senior DMK leaders in the party.

Wheelchair bound Soorma aims for Paralympic gold

Wheelchair bound Soorma aims for Paralympic gold

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Soorma, a dashing six-footer, expressed gratitude towards his family for supporting his and wants to give them back by winning a medal at the Paris Paralympics.

The Woman Who Lost Everything

The Woman Who Lost Everything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants. She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson. Days after the landslide and the loss of her family, Jenson died in a road accident that also left Sruthi with serious injuries. News of the accident and Sruthi's backdrop as the lone surviving member of a family wiped out in the July landslide, was picked up by the media, and people rushed to help.

'Don't give up': Manu Bhaker's message to students

'Don't give up': Manu Bhaker's message to students

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Urging young students to take up sports as career options, Manu emphasised on "dreaming big" and "hard work".

'Children wake up in middle of night, fearing landslides'

'Children wake up in middle of night, fearing landslides'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

With their near and dear ones gone and staring at an uncertain future, survivors recount their most traumatic experience ever that unfolded in the wee hours of July 30.

'The percentage of women chess players in India is quite less'

'The percentage of women chess players in India is quite less'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Former World Rapid Chess champion Koneru Humpy wants the All India Chess Federation to increase women's tournaments.

Here's how much government spent on Manu's training

Here's how much government spent on Manu's training

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Bhaker finished third to secure a bronze medal in the final of the Women's Air Pistol event on Sunday. She became the first Indian woman to win a medal in shooting at the Olympics.

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Hosting 2036 Olympics is India's dream, preparations are on: Modi

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the country is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to host the Olympic Games in 2036.

'B-schools show quality gaps despite upgrades'

'B-schools show quality gaps despite upgrades'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

The big B-school event of 2007 was not just the battle over autonomy for management institutions or the huge salary hikes for MBAs.

Daddy Fadnavis tweets about day at daughter's school

Daddy Fadnavis tweets about day at daughter's school

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took time out from his hectic schedule for his daughter Divija, as he made a visit to the KG student's school on Wednesday.

Victoria pulls out of 2026 CWG: 'Won't take money out of hospital, school fund'

Victoria pulls out of 2026 CWG: 'Won't take money out of hospital, school fund'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Australia's state of Victoria will not host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to projected cost overruns.

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

For Yogi Adityanath the successful management of the fair is a crucial part of building 'Brand UP' and making the state a $1 trillion economy.

India bag record 111 medals at Para Asian Games

India bag record 111 medals at Para Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

With 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze in their kitty, the Indian para athletes won four medals more than the record tally of 107 won by the able-bodied athletes in the Hangzhou Asian Games, held from September 23 to October 8.

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

According to the CJI, once someone has a sense of faith in his/her intentions and abilities, it is easier not to obsess over outcomes but to value the process and the journey towards those outcomes.

Stalin-Kejriwal launch TN school scheme based on Delhi model

Stalin-Kejriwal launch TN school scheme based on Delhi model

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

If state and central governments came together, Kejriwal said that within 5 years, all government schools in the country could provide best education to students.

Kukis, Meiteis hold separate protests across Manipur

Kukis, Meiteis hold separate protests across Manipur

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The Kuki-Zo Council called for a 13-hour shutdown in Manipur's hill areas on Tuesday, demanding an investigation into the death of 11 people in a clash with security forces in Jiribam. The shutdown, which began at 5 am, saw schools, markets, and public transport remain closed. Various Kuki-Zo organizations, including the Kuki Students' Organisation, the Zomi Students' Federation, and the Hmar Students' Association, demanded a probe into the incident, accusing the Central Reserve Police Force of "treacherous murder." The Hmar Village Volunteers, who were identified by the Kuki-Zo groups as the victims, condemned the incident and called for intervention from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Amid war, hundreds join Yoga Day celebrations in Israel

Amid war, hundreds join Yoga Day celebrations in Israel

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Over three hundred people from across Israel rolled out yoga mats and performed asanas as they participated in International Yoga Day celebrations at the Peres Centre for Peace and Innovation in Tel Aviv.

What You Can Now Expect Every Election

What You Can Now Expect Every Election

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

A freebie once granted can hardly be discontinued. All that can happen is to substitute it with a bigger freebie, notes A K Bhattacharya.

Will BCCI's Jay Shah take over the reins at ICC?

Will BCCI's Jay Shah take over the reins at ICC?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

All eyes will be on BCCI secretary Jay Shah during the four-day ICC Annual Conference in Colombo, starting on Friday, where there might be serious discussions about when he will take over from New Zealander Greg Barclay as the chairman of the global body.