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Shami doubtful for Mumbai Test; Rahul fit

Shami doubtful for Mumbai Test; Rahul fit

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Pace bowler Mohammed Shami complained of soreness in his knee after the third Test.

None the wiser from Yang's visit

None the wiser from Yang's visit

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

None of the serious issues concerning the two countries seem to have been touched upon, leave alone covered in depth, as is evident from the fact that both sides did not find it worthwhile to issue a joint statement. To all appearances, the visit has turned out to be a damp squib.

Why onions make us cry

Why onions make us cry

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

'Electronic media splash sensational headlines of the bulb prices about to cross the three-figure mark and focus on customers looking longingly at baskets full of onions, bemoaning their misery without this essential staple of their diet,' notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Want to invest? Ask the right questions

Want to invest? Ask the right questions

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

It is important to ask the right questions before deciding where to put your savings.

Super Depor upset Barcelona

Super Depor upset Barcelona

Rediff.com27 Apr 2008

A second-string Barcelona side were beaten 2-0 at Deportivo Coruna in the Primera Liga on Saturday.

Harmison aggravates hernia injury

Harmison aggravates hernia injury

Rediff.com14 Jul 2007

England's chairman of selectors David Graveney said the injury could keep the pace bowler out of the first Test against India, beginning Thursday.

Boxers Manoj Kumar, Vikas Krishan qualify for Rio Games

Boxers Manoj Kumar, Vikas Krishan qualify for Rio Games

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

Former Commonwealth Games gold medallist Manoj Kumar (64kg) and Asian Games champion Vikas Krishan (75kg) qualified for the Rio Olympics after advancing to the semi-finals of the AIBA World qualifying tournament in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Thursday.

Ask Ajit: 'Help! I have inherited these stocks...'

Ask Ajit: 'Help! I have inherited these stocks...'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Is the upgraded Google Daydream View VR better?

Is the upgraded Google Daydream View VR better?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

Only a handful of VR headset makers deliver consistently.

A guide to safe investment

A guide to safe investment

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

In an economy that is slowing down, invest in defensive sectors to bring stability to your portfolio.

Jesus toast, pork in nose, banana peels win Ig Nobel

Jesus toast, pork in nose, banana peels win Ig Nobel

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

The Ig Nobel prizes honour achievements that first make people laugh, and then makes them think.

BPL starts selling its land bank

BPL starts selling its land bank

Rediff.com7 Jul 2008

BPL Group, the consumer electronics firm, which is in the midst of its debt restructuring exercise, has set the ball rolling on wriggling out of its debt pool by selling a part of its land bank.

How to amp up your style game at work

How to amp up your style game at work

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Simple, stylish and sophisticated -- three mantras for perfect work wear!

First look: Bhansali's Saawariya

First look: Bhansali's Saawariya

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

The film has many an interesting nugget about it.

Australian Open: Scott back into contention

Australian Open: Scott back into contention

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Adam Scott soared back into contention with a five-under par 66 in the second round of the Australian Open on Friday, claiming a course record that lasted little more than half an hour.

Come 2008, airlines to rethink fare strategy

Come 2008, airlines to rethink fare strategy

Rediff.com19 Dec 2007

While full-service carriers like Kingfisher and Jet Airways are cutting down on business class seats and concentrating on the economy and leisure travellers, low-cost carriers (LCCs) have made it clear there would not be any rock-bottom fares this season.

5 reasons why Liverpool still appear to hold edge in EPL title race

5 reasons why Liverpool still appear to hold edge in EPL title race

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Premier League title race looks poised to be one of the most thrilling in years.

Mushroom pulao, dal tarka for Modi at Cameron's retreat

Mushroom pulao, dal tarka for Modi at Cameron's retreat

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Cameron hosted Modi for what has been described as an "intimate dinner" on Thursday evening after a power-packed day that included delegation-level talks, an address to MPs and a speech at the financial hub of London.

Wipro looking for acquisitions in Canada, Germany

Wipro looking for acquisitions in Canada, Germany

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

Wipro Ltd, the country's third biggest software services firm, on Thursday said it was looking for acquisitions in Germany and Canada to take advantage of the growing markets there.

Buying stocks, MFs? Read this first

Buying stocks, MFs? Read this first

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

Hamilton wins chaotic Australian GP

Hamilton wins chaotic Australian GP

Rediff.com16 Mar 2008

Lewis Hamilton avoided mayhem around him to open the F1 season with a pole-to-flag victory in a crash-strewn Australian Grand Prix.

Honey, I shrunk the programmes!

Honey, I shrunk the programmes!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

For starters, mobile TV (or streaming of live television on to mobile phones) will grow out of its infancy and overcome its numerous technical and legal hurdles.

Rani's battle with the bulge continues

Rani's battle with the bulge continues

Rediff.com5 Oct 2007

Rani Mukerji was spotted looking rather plump at the launch of Titan Raga watch recently.

Mumbai girl sets long distance swim record

Mumbai girl sets long distance swim record

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

Eight-year-old Swapnali Yadav says she now wants to conquer the English Channel.

Tiwary ruled out of entire Bangladesh series

Tiwary ruled out of entire Bangladesh series

Rediff.com9 May 2007

The young Bengal batsman is likely to return home from Bangladesh because of his injured right shoulder.

Sreesanth doubtful, India may field two spinners

Sreesanth doubtful, India may field two spinners

Rediff.com9 Feb 2008

The Indians have not yet decided on the playing eleven for the floodlit encounter but Sreesanth appears almost certain to be in the casualty list.

Branding extravaganza in store for IPL

Branding extravaganza in store for IPL

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

While the other owners of Indian Premier League teams are gearing up to pick up players in an auction some time this month, Emerging Media and Lachlan Murdoch, the combine which has bagged the Jaipur team, has firmed up its marketing and promotion plans.

'A grey-haired Parvati bhabi wouldn't work'

'A grey-haired Parvati bhabi wouldn't work'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

Sakshi Tanwar on Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki and more.

India keen on a services deal with EU

India keen on a services deal with EU

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

In the absence of progress on services negotiations in the WTO, India is sending a team of officials to Europe to strike a deal in the services area with the EU under the Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement.

Hattrick scores with its music

Hattrick scores with its music

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

Pritam dishes out a peppy, enjoyable soundtrack.

'Nervous' Wawrinka surprised at French Open win

'Nervous' Wawrinka surprised at French Open win

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Stanislas Wawrinka was still struggling to digest the fact that he had won a second grand slam title, and did it by overcoming a player who had until Sunday, been unbeatable on clay in 2015.

Kejri's lesson: Only a 'Hinduised' Hindu can stop Modi

Kejri's lesson: Only a 'Hinduised' Hindu can stop Modi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

'In Kejriwal's re-election, we are finally seeing someone who has successfully bridged his Hindu identity with ground-level development triumphing over the BJP,' notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Vikash Dhorasoo scores in <i>Substitute</i>

Vikash Dhorasoo scores in Substitute

Rediff.com7 Dec 2007

Forced to warm the France bench during the 2006 World Cup, Vikash Dhorasoo quit the team after the tournament and made a documentary about the life of a football substitute.

Aus Open: Federer, Kerber in the spotlight on day one

Aus Open: Federer, Kerber in the spotlight on day one

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Andy Murray embarks on his first Grand Slam campaign as world number one with much stronger title credentials, even if he has lost five finals at Melbourne Park.

Europa League PIX: Manchester United and Arsenal lose

Europa League PIX: Manchester United and Arsenal lose

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

Kazakhstan's Astana fought back to beat a youthful Manchester United side 2-1 at home, Arsenal's woes continued as Frankfurt's Daichi Kamada scored twice to secure a 2-1 win.

Microsoft unveils Windows XP for India

Microsoft unveils Windows XP for India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2006

Microsoft Corporation India on Wednesday launched 'Windows XP Starter Edition for India' the latest version of its affordable and local language operating system introduced in India last year.

Boston Red Sox win World Series

Boston Red Sox win World Series

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

The Boston Red Sox beat the Colorado Rockies 4-3 to win the Major League Baseball championship in their second four-game sweep of the Fall Classic in four years.

'F1 can be alternative to cricket in India'

'F1 can be alternative to cricket in India'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

Vijay Mallya believes India, with a booming economy and youthful population, is ready for fuller immersion into Formula One.

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo matches Messi's record

Champions League PIX: Ronaldo matches Messi's record

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Juventus progressed to the Champions League last 16 after a Cristiano Ronaldo goal and a late header from substitute Alvaro Morata gave them a comeback 2-1 home win over Hungarians Ferencvaros on Tuesday.

Kohli-Shastri may face BCCI grilling if India lose third Test

Kohli-Shastri may face BCCI grilling if India lose third Test

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is likely to pose a few questions to chief coach Ravi Shastri and captain Virat Kohli depending on how the third Test against England pans out after being left disappointed by the team's meek surrender in the first two games.