News for 'straightforward'

'When you walk to a Mira Nair set, you need to bring your A game to the table

'When you walk to a Mira Nair set, you need to bring your A game to the table

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'There is so much you learn on a Mira Nair set.'

Lucknow Central: Farhan & Co power prison drama

Lucknow Central: Farhan & Co power prison drama

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

'Low-hanging ambitions and straightforward conflict between negotiators of harm and reform renders Lucknow Central a surprising watchability,' says Sukanya Verma.

Karnataka polls: The 'star constituencies' to look for

Karnataka polls: The 'star constituencies' to look for

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Vicky Nanjappa marks down the most keenly followed constituencies in the upcoming Karnataka assembly elections.

Kings will stick to strengths against Super Kings

Kings will stick to strengths against Super Kings

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

Flamboyant West Indies opener Chris Gayle has attain fitness after recovering from a back injury which kept him away from the last game against Delhi Capitals, said Kings XI Punjab batsman Mayank Agarwal on Saturday.

The Panchayat review

The Panchayat review

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'Even a hardcore nit-picker will struggle to find faults in this extraordinarily crafted television series that I rate as a must watch, an instant classic,' says Sukanya Verma.

How to find mutual funds that will make money for YOU

How to find mutual funds that will make money for YOU

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

Two ratios can help you in monitoring your mutual funds' performances and finding worthy ones.

Why the Indian Navy isn't ready for war

Why the Indian Navy isn't ready for war

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

There is concern about the poor state of readiness of the navy's 140 warships which face severe shortages in sonar equipment, helicopters and torpedoes.

Why do we have curfews for girls?

Why do we have curfews for girls?

Rediff.com16 May 2018

'Across several colleges and universities, the story is the same.' 'Generous timings for boys, early deadlines for girls,' says Veenu Sandhu.

PIX: Faf, Chahar set up CSK's thrilling win over KKR

PIX: Faf, Chahar set up CSK's thrilling win over KKR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Images from the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders, in Mumbai, on Wednesday.

'We didn't bowl well in the first innings, nor batted well in second'

'We didn't bowl well in the first innings, nor batted well in second'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Michael Clarke's rather straightforward admission shortly after Australia had been thoroughly outplayed in the opening Test at the MA Chidambaram stadium on Tuesday.

Nadal cruises into Monte Carlo final

Nadal cruises into Monte Carlo final

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

Defending champion Rafael Nadal remains on course for an 11th Monte Carlo Masters title after beating Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov 6-4, 6-1 in the semi-finals on Saturday.

V-Day: Your romantic horoscope for 2013!

V-Day: Your romantic horoscope for 2013!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

Astrologer Mandaar Naik tells you what you can expect from your love life this year! Illustrations: Uttam Ghosh

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Serena, Li Na start with easy wins

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Serena, Li Na start with easy wins

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Images from Day 2 of the Wimbledon tennis championship in London, on Tuesday.

Davis Cup: Serbia, Britain into last eight

Davis Cup: Serbia, Britain into last eight

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Serbia sealed their place in the Davis Cup quarter-finals in straightforward fashion but Britain survived another nail-biter before joining them in the last-eight on Thursday.

PHOTOS: Serena to face Kuznetsova next, easy for Tsonga

PHOTOS: Serena to face Kuznetsova next, easy for Tsonga

Rediff.com2 Jun 2013

Images from Day VIII of the French Open at Roland Garros, Paris.

Review: Kili Poyi is enjoyable

Review: Kili Poyi is enjoyable

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Malayalam film Kili Poyi is for people who enjoy adult entertainers.

Can Team India bounce back in Nagpur? Discuss

Can Team India bounce back in Nagpur? Discuss

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

What must India to do to bounce back in Nagpur? Should Ajinkya Rahane play in place of Yuvraj, or should Jadeja take that slot? Discuss all that with India Abroad's Harish Kotian on Rediff ZaraBol chat on Tuesday, at 1500 IST.

Covid's worst still to come

Covid's worst still to come

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

'The world and India likely won't have a vaccine that is widely administered till the end of 2021.' 'In the meantime, clear communication would help,' observes Rahul Jacob.

COVID: 'Treatment gets very challenging'

COVID: 'Treatment gets very challenging'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'When you are on these drugs, there is a possibility that you come to the hospital late, just by virtue of the fact that you believe that things are going to turn around, because you are on all these medicines.'

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Delhi's power circles can expect a surprise when a not-so-known officer is appointed to head the CBI.

D K Mittal front runner for post of commerce secretary

D K Mittal front runner for post of commerce secretary

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Even as the government today gave Saurabh Chandra, secretary, department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), the additional charge of secretary, Department of Commerce, Dinesh Kumar Mittal has emerged as the front runner for the post.

Murray, Serena advance in Miami; Venus withdraws

Murray, Serena advance in Miami; Venus withdraws

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

British World No. 3 Andy Murray cruised to a straightforward victory over Bernard Tomic at the Sony Open but the Williams sisters had contrasting fortunes in Miami on Saturday.

What killed Mahesh Anand?

What killed Mahesh Anand?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

'His main problem was the lack of work opportunities.'

Parliament debate wasn't about FDI, but about polls

Parliament debate wasn't about FDI, but about polls

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

The Samajwadi Party and the Bahujan Samaj Party saved Dr Manmohan Singh's chair today; will they tug it away from under him tomorrow, asks T V R Shenoy.

Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast as 2012 ends!

Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast as 2012 ends!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

As the year draws to a close, Mandaar Naik discusses your astrological stand on the threshold of 2013, based on zodiac signs.

Archer's rapid rise earns him England World Cup spot

Archer's rapid rise earns him England World Cup spot

Rediff.com21 May 2019

The 24-year-old, born in Barbados and who represented West Indies at Under-19 level, was not in England's provisional squad and only made his ODI debut little over a fortnight ago.

Russia get Olympics ban but door open to Tokyo Games

Russia get Olympics ban but door open to Tokyo Games

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

Following the ban on Russia in 2016, Russian athletes have been allowed to participate as neutrals at various events by the IAAF. For Tokyo, WADA will lay down a uniform criterion for all sporting disciplines to accept.

Nadal shrugs off difficult build-up for Wimbledon

Nadal shrugs off difficult build-up for Wimbledon

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

'Yes, I fall over, but grass sometimes is slippery. Nothing happens. I am good, yeah. Nothing'

United's Maguire gets suspended sentence over brawl in Greece

United's Maguire gets suspended sentence over brawl in Greece

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Joe Maguire was found guilty of repeated bodily harm, violence against public employees and attempted bribery. Sharman was found guilty of insult, repeated bodily harm and violence against public employees.

'Rahat Indori will always be with us, thanks to Internet'

'Rahat Indori will always be with us, thanks to Internet'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

'He was such a diverse poet that he wrote the song M bole toh Master of Munnabhai MBBS and also Yeh Rishta kya kehlata hai of Meenaxi.'

Davis Cup: Spain cruise into last eight; holders Croatia eliminated

Davis Cup: Spain cruise into last eight; holders Croatia eliminated

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

It ended a woeful few days for reigning champions Croatia. They left with two losses.

View: CBI must not appeal Babri verdict

View: CBI must not appeal Babri verdict

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Challenging the verdict is a deterrent to future peace and harmony and a socially irresponsible act, argues Vivek Gumaste.

Former F1 champ and protagonist of 'Rush', Lauda dead at 71

Former F1 champ and protagonist of 'Rush', Lauda dead at 71

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Lauda won two world championships in 1975 and 1977 with Ferrari and a third in 1984 with McLaren. His rivalry with British driver James Hunt, the 1976 champion for McLaren, was intense and became the subject of the acclaimed 2013 film "Rush".

Kohli frets over opening dilemma against Sri Lanka

Kohli frets over opening dilemma against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

The right-handed duo of Murali Vijay and Lokesh Rahul have remained India's trusted batsmen upfront but the former's wrist injury opened an unlikely door for Shikhar Dhawan when they toured Sri Lanka earlier this year.

EXPLAINED: Himachal elections in 4 graphs

EXPLAINED: Himachal elections in 4 graphs

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

All you need to know about the Himachal Pradesh elections.

When Aamir pierced his ears...

When Aamir pierced his ears...

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

On Lagaan's 20th anniversary, we bring back Aamir Khan's views expressed in an exclusive interview to Rediff.com Contributor Haresh Pandya in February 2000.

Huawei P30 Pro's 50x digital zoom is not a gimmick

Huawei P30 Pro's 50x digital zoom is not a gimmick

Rediff.com3 May 2019

The Huawei P30 Pro has unmatched imaging capabilities, says Khalid Anzar.

Bofors saga: The cover-up of a cover-up

Bofors saga: The cover-up of a cover-up

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

One of the biggest gaps in the Bofors saga is the absence of an objective and full-fledged enquiry into the role played by the intelligence and investigative agencies in the entire saga under Rajiv Gandhi as well as V P Singh, writes B Raman.

Murray eases into Monte Carlo third round

Murray eases into Monte Carlo third round

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

World No. 4 Andy Murray trashed Serbian Viktor Troicki 6-0, 6-3 to book his place in the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday.

Love does not get bored: Amma

Love does not get bored: Amma

Rediff.com3 Jul 2011

Rediff.com's George Joseph speaks to 'the hugging saint', Mata Amritanandamyi in New York, about spirituality, compassion and human values.