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8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

8 reasons to love Prince Harry's 'girlfriend'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

American actor and entrepreneur Meghan Markle is more than just a royal heir's girlfriend.

India hopes WTO pact talks will be revived in September

India hopes WTO pact talks will be revived in September

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

In a turn of events, India on Friday said it was "hopeful" talks for a global deal on easing Customs norms, or a trade facilitation agreement (TFA), would be revived in September, even as it failed to meet the July 31 deadline due to lack of consensus among members over food stockholding and farm subsidies.

3 reasons why RBI may hold rates this month

3 reasons why RBI may hold rates this month

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

As FY20 Budget fiscal measures need to be better understood, a reversal of the stance back to neutral will allow MPC flexibility to respond to incoming data.

Swimming legend Phelps demands anti-doping reform

Swimming legend Phelps demands anti-doping reform

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Michael Phelps urged US lawmakers on Tuesday to push for a reform of the global anti-doping effort in sport after a career in which the Olympic great said he was never confident he was competing against clean athletes.

When my wife returned from a 'phoren' holiday

When my wife returned from a 'phoren' holiday

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

'And when Sarla said she preferred Europe to living in India, my wife's indignation knew no bounds.'

'Small traders lost Rs 4-5 lakh crores in lockdown'

'Small traders lost Rs 4-5 lakh crores in lockdown'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'You have come out with a package for the kisan.' 'You have a package for industry.' 'But has anyone addressed the issues concerning small traders?'

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Ten images that show we live an incredibly bizarre world.

India to see bumper crop this year on good monsoon

India to see bumper crop this year on good monsoon

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

India is expected to harvest bumper crop this year based on estimates of higher food grains production in Kharif (summer sown) and hopes of better Rabi (winter) crop with enough water in reservoirs, Finance Minister P Chidambaram said.

Buzz: Ferguson, Munro to face England in T20 warm-ups

Buzz: Ferguson, Munro to face England in T20 warm-ups

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

The Auckland Aces fast-bowler has been cleared fit to play after fracturing his right thumb in Sri Lanka last month and will join Blackcaps teammates Tim Seifert and Colin Munro in the 12-man squad.

The beauty that lies below the water!

The beauty that lies below the water!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The underwater world has never looked so magical, mysterious and mesmerising. These photographs are some of the stunning medal winners in the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2021 contest.

Shobha Ram's 'job' got decriminalised

Shobha Ram's 'job' got decriminalised

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Shobha Ram is among the estimated 100,000 beggars who roam the streets of Delhi.

Centenarian Man Kaur sets sights on winning Laureus award

Centenarian Man Kaur sets sights on winning Laureus award

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Centenarian sprinter Man Kaur, who has featured among the nominees for the prestigious 'Laureus World Best Sporting Moment of the Year 2017' Award, has sought the support of countrymen and sports enthusiasts around the world to vote for here in a global online poll.

RBI may cut rate in August despite high June inflation

RBI may cut rate in August despite high June inflation

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

After a delayed start, the monsoon is advancing steadily.

5 things Modi got right on the economy

5 things Modi got right on the economy

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

'Good economics isn't necessarily bad politics, or vice versa,' says Shekhar Gupta.

Indian Army ignores Chinese propaganda

Indian Army ignores Chinese propaganda

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Today, the Ladakhis and Tibetans have been joined by the Sikhs, the Madrassis, the Garhwalis, the Rajputs, who are well trained psychologically and otherwise, to defend the nation, observes Claude Arpi.

Venezuela: Before the Implosion

Venezuela: Before the Implosion

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

As Venezuelans continue to flee the starvation, crime and the horrific inflation that continues to mark the worst crisis it has ever faced, Radha Biswas looks back at a devastated country she continues to love deeply.

Cricket's alive again, but it's action minus atmosphere

Cricket's alive again, but it's action minus atmosphere

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

'Ghost-like stands repel rather than attract audiences,' observes Ashis Ray.

Those who live without doors

Those who live without doors

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

'There was no TV, no fridge, just illumination, so at least they could avoid the occasional snake, the frequent scorpions,' says Kishore Singh.

India says it is committed to TFA even as WTO talks fail

India says it is committed to TFA even as WTO talks fail

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Notwithstanding the failure of WTO members to reach a consensus on Trade Facilitation Agreement to simplify global customs rules, India on Friday said it remains committed to the pact and will continue to pursue its proposal to find a permanent solution to its food security issues.

Quick winter beauty hacks

Quick winter beauty hacks

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Now you can protect your skin from the winter dryness at home.

Despite Mavs horror, Satnam still harbours the NBA dream

Despite Mavs horror, Satnam still harbours the NBA dream

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Satnam Singh may have endured a tough time with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA, but he isn't ready to give up just yet.

The surprising truth about fish that you didn't know

The surprising truth about fish that you didn't know

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

You can call it 'a friend for your nervous system'.

Manoj Sinha's ambitious plans for J&K

Manoj Sinha's ambitious plans for J&K

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

For far too long, people in J&K have felt the government doesn't exist for them.' 'My first priority is to make them feel that not only does it exist, it is there to work for them.

India reintroduces onion export price to help curb inflation

India reintroduces onion export price to help curb inflation

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

India on Tuesday set a minimum export price for onions of $300 per tonne to discourage overseas shipments amid an inflation scare that threatens to stoke public anger over rising prices at local food markets.

Stunning winners of National Geographic's nature photography competition

Stunning winners of National Geographic's nature photography competition

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

National Geographic was kind enough to let us display the winning images and honourable mentions from the four categories: Wildlife, Landscapes, Aerials, and Underwater.

COVID-19: 'Better to die before my family than die in Mumbai'

COVID-19: 'Better to die before my family than die in Mumbai'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

'We don't want to lead this hellish life. Enough is enough.'

Recipe: How to make Chhundo

Recipe: How to make Chhundo

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

Coomi Selod tells us how to make the traditional sweet mango preserve.

2014 farm output at risk, CPI might spike again

2014 farm output at risk, CPI might spike again

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

Hailstorms may cause Rs 12k-cr crop damage, El Nino a bigger worry.

PM hopes for 'Growing Stronger Together' spirit of GST in Parliament

PM hopes for 'Growing Stronger Together' spirit of GST in Parliament

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

PM Narendra Modi hopes the successful "rains" of GST will fill the Monsoon session with pleasant smell like that emanating from dry soil after showers.

The A to Z of 2020

The A to Z of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

We present our alphabet of 2020, pulling in everything you'll remember about this year we'd rather forget.

How childhood beating led Serugo to Rio Games

How childhood beating led Serugo to Rio Games

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Ronald Serugo had a thought beaten into him - some boxing skills might be good.

Drink that fizz out

Drink that fizz out

Rediff.com25 Jun 2005

Pepsi to bring Gatorade to India

Pepsi to bring Gatorade to India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2004

Is jackfruit the new superfood?

Is jackfruit the new superfood?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

The long-neglected fruit may finally get the recognition it deserves.

'Almost everyday is my cheat day'

'Almost everyday is my cheat day'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Meet 22-year-old model Alice Rosario who is walking her second season at Lakme Fashion Week, Mumbai.

Tumbling prices in India boost expectations for more rate cuts

Tumbling prices in India boost expectations for more rate cuts

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

The rapid deceleration in prices has ignited a debate in New Delhi whether Asia's third-largest economy is heading towards deflation.

Narsingh's fate sealed; CAS deems he 'intentionally' took banned substance

Narsingh's fate sealed; CAS deems he 'intentionally' took banned substance

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

Dismisses sabotage angle, saying: "...all in all found the sabotage (s) theory possible, but not probable and certainly not grounded in any real evidence'

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Bharati Dutt witnessed life-changing events that shaped India on the threshold of freedom. Her memories are an account of how ordinary Indians saw India change.

#FatToFit: How I lost 26 kilos in 12 months

#FatToFit: How I lost 26 kilos in 12 months

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Vinod Kumar from New Delhi shares his incredible weight loss story.