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Modi scripts history but challenges await

Modi scripts history but challenges await

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

As Modi takes guard for a third term with trusted and seasoned hands around him, the BJP is hopeful that he will prove his detractors wrong and continue to fuel the party's expansion horizontally and vertically with his inventive policies in government and new set of ideas in politics with the core of Hindutva, development and welfarism remaining intact.

'Wait, what are you doing!' Teary-eyed Zhang retires after bizarre act

'Wait, what are you doing!' Teary-eyed Zhang retires after bizarre act

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

China's Zhang Shuai retired from her Hungarian Grand Prix match in tears after her local opponent Amarissa Toth erased a ball mark on the clay court.

Irony that Kejriwal who was part of anti-graft movement...: Hazare

Irony that Kejriwal who was part of anti-graft movement...: Hazare

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Hazare in a statement accused Kejriwal of betraying the trust of crores of countrymen and rued that political ambitions destroyed the 2011 anti-corruption movement.

The Menace Of Road Rage

The Menace Of Road Rage

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

I am happy I didn't knock anyone down, driving recklessly or trying to show off. However, in one instance of road rage (the consequence of arguing with a driver who disrespected my right to cross the road peacefully) I did find a man in a SUV taking his anger out on me by driving his vehicle over my feet, recalls Shyam G Menon.

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.' 'This is not a job that one can take lightly.' A

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Real Madrid claim historic 15th Champions League title

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Real Madrid strike late to beat Dortmund and win 15th UEFA Champions League

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack begins by asking why the hijack lasted seven days and ends in wondering if the good guys fought the bad ones hard enough, observes Sukanya Verma.

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Kabhi Jeet, Mostly Haar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The dawn of a new era had begun under Sourav Ganguly's aggressive leadership. With Ganguly and Coach John Wright at the helm India had transitioned into a force to be reckoned with.

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'Never, not even once, has Kamala Harris said that she is Indian American. I know why.' 'From the Indian American community she can get maybe 1% percent votes. But if she says she's African American she gains about 20% votes.'

Birla gets 2nd term as speaker; PM, Rahul escort him to chair

Birla gets 2nd term as speaker; PM, Rahul escort him to chair

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

National Democratic Alliance nominee Om Birla was elected as Lok Sabha speaker on Wednesday after a motion moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was adopted through voice vote, capping intense debate on the issue with the opposition in a rare move proposing its own candidate.

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.

6 mag covers that shook the Internet in 2019

6 mag covers that shook the Internet in 2019

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

These international covers commanded our attention in 2019.

When Afridi Rattled An Indian Minister

When Afridi Rattled An Indian Minister

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

On a Pakistan tour to India, Waqar said a prominent Indian minister came to meet the team. While all the Pakistan cricketers shook hands with the minister gently, Afridi gave him a hard time with his firm handshake.

'Wayanad Is A Man-Made Tragedy'

'Wayanad Is A Man-Made Tragedy'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'It was specifically mentioned in the Gadgil Committee report that this particular area where the colossal landside happened now should be in the Environmentally Sensitive Area under Zone 1.' 'Zone 1 is the most important and ecologically sensitive area, and that it has to be protected entirely.' 'At least 90% of the Wayanad disaster is man-made.'

Pro-Modi cries at Nyay Yatra, Rahul greets sloganeers with handshake

Pro-Modi cries at Nyay Yatra, Rahul greets sloganeers with handshake

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

On seeing them, Gandhi got off his vehicle, walked up to them and shook hands with several people in the crowd.

Kohli Shakes A Leg With The Quick Style

Kohli Shakes A Leg With The Quick Style

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

'Guess who I met in mumbai @thequickstyle', Kohli captioned his Instagram post.

I shook his hand: French salesman on run-in with Charlie Hebdo suspect

I shook his hand: French salesman on run-in with Charlie Hebdo suspect

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Didier, a salesman at a printing press, didn't know a regular meeting with a client would turn the world's spotlight on his small industrial town of Dammartin-en-Goele, where France's most wanted men have been holed up since late Thursday evening.

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Oh, To Be Lucky Like...

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Who else do we know who meditated so with such impeccable timing (much of the Lok Sabha elections over and with only the last phase to go) and hordes for unsolicited defence of the grand meditation at public expense? asks Shyam G Menon.

3 back-to-back earthquakes jolt Jaipur

3 back-to-back earthquakes jolt Jaipur

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Panic-stricken people rushed out of their houses as the tremors were felt in parts of the city.

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

When Salman shook me!

When Salman shook me!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2007

The star seemed to be up to his antics again!

MP firecracker unit blast aftermath: Scattered bodies, missing persons

MP firecracker unit blast aftermath: Scattered bodies, missing persons

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

According to eyewitnesses, several bodies were lying on the spot, while many people were reported missing after the explosion-cum-blaze at the factory.

'Shehzada' vs 'shahidzada': Modi, Cong trade barbs over Rahul

'Shehzada' vs 'shahidzada': Modi, Cong trade barbs over Rahul

Rediff.com4 May 2024

The Congress leader also said that the BJP wants to change the Constitution, and reduce and weaken the rights given to the people through the statute book.

Jallikattu: Can You Tame The Bulls?

Jallikattu: Can You Tame The Bulls?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

About 42 people, including 14 tamers and 16 spectators, were injured in the second major event of the Pongal 2024 Jallikattu season at Palamedu in Madurai on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Ukrainian wows as 1st qualifier in 44 Yrs to make AO semis

Ukrainian wows as 1st qualifier in 44 Yrs to make AO semis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Ukrainian's powerful forehand eventually overcame the 19-year-old Czech, who was the youngest player left in the women's draw.

6 international covers that shook the Internet in 2018

6 international covers that shook the Internet in 2018

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Presenting the magazine covers which grabbed our attention this year.

PIX: Arsenal go top of Premier League with win over Wolves

PIX: Arsenal go top of Premier League with win over Wolves

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

More than 2000 killed, hundreds hurt as 6.3 magnitude tremor hits Afghanistan

More than 2000 killed, hundreds hurt as 6.3 magnitude tremor hits Afghanistan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Local officials in Herat said that over 30 people have died and more than 600 others have been injured in several earthquakes in this province, reported the Pajhwok Afghan News.

Six murders in one month in NCR: Cops suspect gangsters' role

Six murders in one month in NCR: Cops suspect gangsters' role

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The similar modus operandi in all these murders has led the police to suspect the involvement of gangsters, the officer further said.

Candidates Chess: Vidit dumps Nakamura; Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa

Candidates Chess: Vidit dumps Nakamura; Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi crashed through the defences of world number three Hikaru Nakamura of United States, while R Praggnanandhaa went down to compatriot D Gukesh in the second round of Candidates chess tournament in Toronto.

The Curious Case Of Sheena Bora's Teeth

The Curious Case Of Sheena Bora's Teeth

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

One of the high points of the proceedings was when Indrani Mukerjea's lawyer smartly utilised Dr Zeba Khan's expert status to pose her A Most Curious Question. He asked her if a skull can grow new teeth, even after the person, who it belonged to, had died, three years before. We can be sure that the discrepancy between the number of teeth discovered in the skull unearthed in 2012 and the skull shown in court in September 2019 will come up soon in Courtroom No 51. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel reports from the Sheena Bora Murder Trial.

'Kobe was always there for advice and support'

'Kobe was always there for advice and support'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

After winning the US Open title on Sunday, Novak Djokovic pulled out a T-shirt with 'Mamba Forever' on the front and the number 24 on the back.

Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

'As a mentor, no one can come and walk over my players. I have got a very different belief and I have lived with that belief and I will continue to live with that belief that I will never leave anyone alone.'

Modi In Varanasi: Festive Saffron Fervour

Modi In Varanasi: Festive Saffron Fervour

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Utkarsh Mishra's impressions of the Narendra Modi roadshow in Varanasi.

Cong will conduct wealth survey if voted to power: Rahul Gandhi

Cong will conduct wealth survey if voted to power: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Without making two-thirds of the country's population a development partner, India's prosperity is impossible, the Congress leader added.

China braces for return of Covid, vax for elders advised

China braces for return of Covid, vax for elders advised

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

China's top respiratory disease expert Zhong Nanshan warned of a small COVID-19 spike in the winter and reminded the elderly and vulnerable populations to get vaccinated as soon as possible, state-run Global Times reported.

10 African dictators Modi shook hands with

10 African dictators Modi shook hands with

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Over the last four days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the heads of over 50 African nations, some of whom have extremely unsavoury reputations. Meet the 10 most controversial leaders who visited Delhi this week.

Morocco earthquake death toll surpasses 2000

Morocco earthquake death toll surpasses 2000

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

The earthquake took place at 03:41:01 (UTC+05:30) at a depth of 18.5 km. The magnitude of the earthquake caused pulses to travel from Sidi Ifni in the south to Rabat in the north and beyond.

'Four women in their 60s followed me...'

'Four women in their 60s followed me...'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

'One told me there that she had been abused by her father when she was nine years old. The other when she was 12.' 'In all these years, they had not been able to confide about it to their mothers or even their husbands.'

PIX: Man City survives scare; Superb Diaz powers Real

PIX: Man City survives scare; Superb Diaz powers Real

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Manchester City survived a scare to beat FC Copenhagen 3-1 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Parken Stadium on Tuesday, with Phil Foden scoring late to ensure a two-goal cushion ahead of the second leg.