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Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 4: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Chen scores world record for massive lead over shocked Hanyu

Nepal PM calls Modi, invites him to Kathmandu donors' meet

Nepal PM calls Modi, invites him to Kathmandu donors' meet

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

Modi assured Koirala that India would respect and be with Nepal in all its decisions taken on rehabilitation when the latter called him up to invite him for the conference being hosted by the Nepal government on June 25 in Kathmandu.

HUL finally acquires Horlicks for Rs 3,045 cr

HUL finally acquires Horlicks for Rs 3,045 cr

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Other Health Food Drinks brands of GSK -- Boost, Maltova and Viva -- would come to HUL's portfolio by virtue of the merger, making it a leading player in the segment.

2nd dry run of vaccine: Vardhan reviews preparations across states

2nd dry run of vaccine: Vardhan reviews preparations across states

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday sought keen oversight and personal indulgence of health ministers, principal secretaries and additional chief secretaries of states and union territories to lead the second nationwide mock drill on the COVID-19 vaccination scheduled to be held on January 8.

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Chairing the plenary session of an event to celebrate the World Environment Day 2018, being hosted by India, he said India's traditions have for long underlined the importance of living in harmony with nature.

'Scrapping Art 370 will not stand SC scrutiny'

'Scrapping Art 370 will not stand SC scrutiny'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

'Our confidence has been strengthened by the fact that the Supreme Court has decided to examine the Constitutional validity of all that has been done on August 5.' 'That in itself is an achievement because the Supreme Court could have very well said you don't have a case at all.' 'The very fact that the honourable court has decided to admit it for regular hearing, and refer it to a Constitutional bench, tells us that the Supreme Court has found merit in our case.'

'Metro Man' Sreedharan gets Lokmanya Tilak award

'Metro Man' Sreedharan gets Lokmanya Tilak award

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

"Metro Man" E Sreedharan has emphasised integrity, punctuality and professional competence are vital factors for undertaking any major infrastructure project to avoid cost overruns.

Congress moves SC against Karnataka Guv's invite to BJP

Congress moves SC against Karnataka Guv's invite to BJP

Rediff.com16 May 2018

The Congress urged Chief Justice Dipak Misra to hold an urgent hearing on Wednesday night itself.

Bairstow is 'desperate' to keep wickets

Bairstow is 'desperate' to keep wickets

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

England's Jonny Bairstow is desperate to keep his place as wicketkeeper for the fourth test against India despite fracturing his middle finger at Trent Bridge last week.

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

As the pandemic unfolded, the India-China relationship has come under severe stress. To restore normalcy, agreements between the two countries must be respected scrupulously in their entirety. Where the Line of Actual Control is concerned, any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo is unacceptable, declares External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.

Football Extras: Solskjaer tells misfiring Sanchez, Lukaku to grab opportunities

Football Extras: Solskjaer tells misfiring Sanchez, Lukaku to grab opportunities

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

'No plans for talks with Kashmiri separatists': Rajnath Singh

'No plans for talks with Kashmiri separatists': Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com29 May 2015

The central government has no plans "as of now" to hold talks with separatist groups of Jammu and Kashmir, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday.

Niti Aayog's recipe for over 8% growth

Niti Aayog's recipe for over 8% growth

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Niti Aayog vice-chairman Rajiv Kumar said that the two major constraints being faced by the investors are less availability of finance and high interest rates.

Mumbai to take a call on Tendulkar on Monday: Levi

Mumbai to take a call on Tendulkar on Monday: Levi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2012

Mumbai Indians have decided to wait till before deciding whether Sachin Tendulkar, recovering from a finger injury, could take the field against Delhi Daredevils in an IPL clash at the Wankhede Stadium.

China plans to be 'innovative'

China plans to be 'innovative'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

A weaver's daughter's zero-waste idea to save Planet Earth

A weaver's daughter's zero-waste idea to save Planet Earth

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Neerja Palisetty's Sutrakaar Creations combines paper with post-consumer waste to promote fair trade, craft empowerment, zero-waste, and ethical fashion.

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

At a time when China is trying to make its foray into South Asia, India should use its shared history to strengthen its ties in the region, says Dr Rup Narayan Das.

City's Aguero to undergo knee surgery on Thursday

City's Aguero to undergo knee surgery on Thursday

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Guardiola said City had plenty of options, with Gabriel Jesus the only main striker fit and ready but Ilkay Gundogan and Raheem Sterling are able to slot into the role.

Costa Rica coach may use two players to man mark Neymar

Costa Rica coach may use two players to man mark Neymar

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Costa Rica coach Oscar Ramirez could task two of his players with man-marking Brazil playmaker Neymar when the teams clash in St Petersburg on Friday, but said his side would not try to foul the forward out of the game.

High food inflation cause for worry: PM

High food inflation cause for worry: PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

As food inflation spurted to a six-month high, Singh said the immediate challenge before the country is how to sustain a high growth path, while keeping inflation in check.

Attacks on Team Anna aimed at diverting attention: Kejriwal

Attacks on Team Anna aimed at diverting attention: Kejriwal

Rediff.com19 Oct 2011

Social activist and member of Team Anna, Arvind Kejriwal, on Wednesday said that the attacks on Gandhian Anna and members of his team were aimed at diverting their attention from the core issue of Jan Lokpal Bill.

Sitharaman compliments Army for 'professional' handling of Doklam

Sitharaman compliments Army for 'professional' handling of Doklam

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Sitharaman said keeping morale of forces at the highest level was among the priorities of the government.

'Why does govt treat the people like enemies?'

'Why does govt treat the people like enemies?'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

'This (opposition to the project) is not just architects, but everyone needs to know more.' 'We need to be allowed to participate, maybe, you can ignore what we have to say, that's your decision.' 'At least follow the process.

The ancient Indian myth that could save our oceans

The ancient Indian myth that could save our oceans

Rediff.com19 May 2017

Today humanity is churning the ocean with a thoughtless vengeance -- with toxic wastes, plastics and hazardous substances being dumped into our once pristine seas. And there is no benign Lord Shiva to rescue us from our collective greed, says Shyam Saran.

FM warns against 'window dressing' by accountants

FM warns against 'window dressing' by accountants

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

In the wake of Citibank fraud and other scams, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Tuesday cautioned against 'window dressing' by accounting firms and called for stricter disclosure guidelines.

Buzz: Karunaratne reveals SL's new-look Test jersey

Buzz: Karunaratne reveals SL's new-look Test jersey

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Uncapped left-arm spinner Zafar Gohar has joined the test squad from the Pakistan A team currently in Hamilton.

'Manchester United can take next step with Europa success'

'Manchester United can take next step with Europa success'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says the next step in his side's development would be securing a trophy as they look to cap off a promising season by winning the Europa League. United, who finished third in the Premier League, hold a 5-0 lead over Austrian side LASK Linz heading into the second leg of their last-16 tie which will be played without fans at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

Confed Cup semis: Ronaldo's Portugal could be too hot to handle for Chile

Confed Cup semis: Ronaldo's Portugal could be too hot to handle for Chile

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Chile coach Juan Antonio Pizzi will renew old acquaintances when his reigning two-times Copa America champions take on Portugal in what he expects to be a tough Confederations Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

Wenger prefers EPL glory over Europa League

Wenger prefers EPL glory over Europa League

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Arsenal can sustain a Europa League challenge but a top-four finish in the Premier League would be the best way to reach next season's Champions League, manager Arsene Wenger has said.

'Had I done MBA, I'd never be an entrepreneur'

'Had I done MBA, I'd never be an entrepreneur'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

Kishore Biyani talks about entrepreneurship, believing in yourself, and how experiencing the journey is more important than achieving any objective

MotoGP: Rossi leaves hospital after surgery on broken leg

MotoGP: Rossi leaves hospital after surgery on broken leg

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

Italian MotoGP great Valentino Rossi left hospital on Saturday morning, one night after surgery for a broken leg which looks set to end his title chances this year.

COP21: Draft climate pact aims well below 2C limit; India backs text

COP21: Draft climate pact aims well below 2C limit; India backs text

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

The climate conference on Saturday came out with an ambitious final draft that will commit USD 100 billion a year from 2020 to help developing countries.

Govt withdraws order to firms to pay full wages during lockdown

Govt withdraws order to firms to pay full wages during lockdown

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The government has withdrawn its order directing companies and commercial units to pay full wages to workers even when they are not in operation during the COVID-19-induced nationwide lockdown, which began on March 25. The government's move is expected to bring relief to a large number of industries and companies which were unable to pay full wages to their employees.

CII chief wants RBI to moderate monetary stance

CII chief wants RBI to moderate monetary stance

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

B Muthuraman said while the Indian industry must seek to make growth inclusive and sustainable and must work towards addressing various inequalities in society, affirmative actions cannot be made mandatory.

High inflation can't be the new normal: Gokarn

High inflation can't be the new normal: Gokarn

Rediff.com6 Apr 2011

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Deputy Governor Subir Gokarn on Tuesday said India cannot risk accepting high inflation as the new normal, nor can RBI afford to drop its guard.

'Chinese adventures have misfired'

'Chinese adventures have misfired'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

'The Chinese thought India would back off. 'They did not expect such a firm Indian response to their expansionist manoeuvre.'

Carvajal lucky to escape punishment for punching Mandzukic

Carvajal lucky to escape punishment for punching Mandzukic

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Real Madrid full-back Dani Carvajal was lucky to escape without a red card after he threw a punch at Atletico Madrid forward Mario Mandzukic in Tuesday's 0-0 Champions League quarter-final, first leg draw at the Calderon.

Hockey India to file defamation cases against Kirti Azad

Hockey India to file defamation cases against Kirti Azad

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Livid with allegations of corruption levelled by Kirti Azad, Hockey India is planning to file civil and criminal defamation suits against the suspended Bharatiya Janata Party MP, saying that his sustained outbursts are costing Hockey India sponsorship.

Cancun climate talks headed nowhere: Minister

Cancun climate talks headed nowhere: Minister

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

The Climate Change conference in Copenhagen last year yielded the contentious and non-binding Copenhagen Accord.

Canada varsity honours Green Revolution pioneer

Canada varsity honours Green Revolution pioneer

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Dr M S Swaminathan, who was among the scientists instrumental in heralding India's Green Revolution, will be conferred with an honourary degree by the University of Alberta, Edmonton, on October 7.