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PHOTOS: Aussie pacers put India to sword

PHOTOS: Aussie pacers put India to sword

Rediff.com19 Feb 2012

Images from the seventh ODI between India and Australia in Brisbane.

Why Madhoo Quit Acting So Abruptly

Why Madhoo Quit Acting So Abruptly

Rediff.com11 May 2023

'A feeling of dissatisfaction had begun to set in because somewhere, I had begun to think of myself as a very good actress. I believed that the flood of offers coming my way did not do justice to my talent or potential.'

Flexibility a double-edged sword for Sania

Flexibility a double-edged sword for Sania

Rediff.com26 Jan 2012

Sania Mirza yanks her thumb down to touch the underside of her forearm. "See?" she giggles. "I'm double-jointed."

PIX: South Africa dig in to deny Australia series sweep

PIX: South Africa dig in to deny Australia series sweep

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

South Africa dug deep to deny Australia a 3-0 series sweep with a battling draw in the rain-disrupted third Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday, finally finding some fight on the final day of a miserable tour.

Supreme Court to hear EPS's plea in single leadership row on July 6

Supreme Court to hear EPS's plea in single leadership row on July 6

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday said that it would hear on July 6 a plea filed by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami challenging the Madras high court order staying the passing of any unannounced resolutions in the meeting of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general and executive councils concerning the issue of single leadership of the party.

The 2 Year Old Who Donated Her Hair For Cancer Patients

The 2 Year Old Who Donated Her Hair For Cancer Patients

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

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Amritpal arrested in Moga, shifted to Assam's Dibrugarh jail

Amritpal arrested in Moga, shifted to Assam's Dibrugarh jail

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

The Punjab Police has already invoked the stringent National Security Act (NSA) against the Khalistan sympathiser.

Punjab on alert as 34 more Amritpal aides held; habeas corpus plea in HC

Punjab on alert as 34 more Amritpal aides held; habeas corpus plea in HC

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Security forces took out flag marches at several places including Ferozepur, Bathinda, Rupnagar, Faridkot, Batala, Fazilka, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Moga and Jalandhar in a show of strength.

'Kushti' in Kerala, 'dosti' in Tripura: Modi on Cong-CPI alliance

'Kushti' in Kerala, 'dosti' in Tripura: Modi on Cong-CPI alliance

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

Modi claimed that some other parties were also helping the opposition alliance from behind but any vote for them will take Tripura several years backward.

Bowling a worry as India aim to seal ODI series vs NZ

Bowling a worry as India aim to seal ODI series vs NZ

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

India will be expecting more runs from the middle order and discipline in the death overs as they look for a series sealing win against New Zealand in the second ODI in Raipur on Saturday.

Man beaten to death over 'sacrilege' bid at Golden Temple

Man beaten to death over 'sacrilege' bid at Golden Temple

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The incident took place when the man jumped golden grills inside the sanctum sanctorum, picked a sword and reached near the place where a Sikh priest was reciting the holy Guru Granth Sahib.

Why Apple Wants Indian Workers To Work Longer Hours

Why Apple Wants Indian Workers To Work Longer Hours

Rediff.com15 May 2023

India's stiff labour laws were one key issue that Apple CEO Tim Cook discussed with Prime Minister Modi on his recent visit.

Protestors used Guru Granth Sahib as shield to attack police: Punjab DGP

Protestors used Guru Granth Sahib as shield to attack police: Punjab DGP

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Despite giving an assurance of a peaceful demonstration, the protesters used sharp-edged weapons, the police said.

Fraternity, prosperity and polarisation

Fraternity, prosperity and polarisation

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Economic stagnation is the advance payment for polarisation, which extracts a terrible price.

Film criticism is a double-edged sword

Film criticism is a double-edged sword

Rediff.com3 May 2011

In a world of high stakes where one film can make or break careers, the critic lays himself on the line when giving his opinion, says Suparn Verma.

PIX: Suryakumar's century in vain as India lose 3rd T20

PIX: Suryakumar's century in vain as India lose 3rd T20

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

Suryakumar Yadav smashed a magnificent century but England held their nerve in a high-scoring thriller to win the third and final T20I by 17 runs and avoid the series sweep, in Nottingham, in Sunday.

10-yr jail for NCP's Lakshadweep MP in attempt to murder case

10-yr jail for NCP's Lakshadweep MP in attempt to murder case

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The convicts were later airlifted to Kerala to lodge them in the Kannur central jail, official sources said.

Every Ruling Party Like Its Writ To Run

Every Ruling Party Like Its Writ To Run

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Despite their opposition based on ideology, both the political Right and the political Left possess similar behaviour, observes Shyam G Menon.

'Once violence becomes endemic, we don't know what direction society will take'

'Once violence becomes endemic, we don't know what direction society will take'

Rediff.com2 May 2022

'It is a frightening situation as the most threatening aspect is the development and growth of society.' 'Once our society comes into perpetual violent mode, then investments will drop.'

Delhi police arrest 3 more for Jahangirpuri violence, total detentions 30

Delhi police arrest 3 more for Jahangirpuri violence, total detentions 30

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

The Delhi police has arrested three more people in connection with the communal clashes in Jahangirpuri, including a key "conspirator and executor" who was nabbed from West Bengal, officials said on Thursday.

King Charles III crowned UK's new monarch

King Charles III crowned UK's new monarch

Rediff.com6 May 2023

The king and his wife, Camilla, the queen consort, travelled from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey -- a distance of 2.2-km -- at a stately pace in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach bearing a gilded crown, which was commissioned for Queen Elizabeth II in 2012.

Women's Asia Cup: India beat Malaysia in rain-hit tie

Women's Asia Cup: India beat Malaysia in rain-hit tie

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Meghana dazzles as India beat Malaysia by 30 runs via D/L method

Have You Seen Pool Garba?

Have You Seen Pool Garba?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

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Akalis draw swords in Golden Temple

Akalis draw swords in Golden Temple

Rediff.com2 Jul 2006

In the melee, a couple of turbans also came off, only a couple of yards where the Guru Granth Sahib was placed.

Punjab police should have been better prepared, says ex-DGP

Punjab police should have been better prepared, says ex-DGP

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Virk on Saturday said the state police should have been more prepared to deal with such a situation.

WATCH: Smriti Irani performs 'Talwar Raas'

WATCH: Smriti Irani performs 'Talwar Raas'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

'Talwar Raas', is a traditional folk dance that is popular in Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Inducting rebels as ministers amounts to murder of Constitution: Saamana

Inducting rebels as ministers amounts to murder of Constitution: Saamana

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

A day after the Maharashtra cabinet expansion, the Shiv Sena claimed administering ministerial oath to rebels MLAs whose disqualification pleas are pending before the Supreme Court, amounted to murder of democracy and the Constitution.

No govt exists in Maha when rains are wreaking havoc: Raut

No govt exists in Maha when rains are wreaking havoc: Raut

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

"Maharashtra is again under a lockdown. Nearly 100 people have died due to floods," he said.

US court allows Sikh marines to keep beard, wear turbans

US court allows Sikh marines to keep beard, wear turbans

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

A United States court has ruled that Marine Corps cannot deny entry to Sikhs sporting a beard and wearing a turban, in a major victory for three recruits from the community who can now join the elite unit's basic training without having to forfeit their religious beliefs.

PHOTOS, 3rd Ashes Test: Smith, Marsh put England to the sword

PHOTOS, 3rd Ashes Test: Smith, Marsh put England to the sword

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

Images from Day 3 of the 3rd Ashes Test played at the WACA in Perth on Saturday

A Week In The Life Of A PSU Banker

A Week In The Life Of A PSU Banker

Rediff.com12 May 2023

'The CM kept his cool, but his adviser was liberal with filthy language.' Tamal Bandyopadhyay recreates the diary of a general manager in a public sector bank, providing a glimpse of how they balance their work and life.

Stealth guided missile destroyer Mormugao commissioned into Indian Navy

Stealth guided missile destroyer Mormugao commissioned into Indian Navy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

Singh said the warship's commissioning will boost India's maritime power.

Swearing-in traditions: Of nuclear briefcase and swords

Swearing-in traditions: Of nuclear briefcase and swords

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Foreign Policy takes a look at some of the most interesting oath-taking traditions from around the world.

Battle royal in offing as Bengal-Saurashtra clash in Ranji final

Battle royal in offing as Bengal-Saurashtra clash in Ranji final

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

A red-hot Bengal will have a chance to win their first Ranji Trophy title in 33 years when they face Saurashtra, bolstered by the return of pacer and domestic game heavyweight Jaydev Unadkat, in the summit clash in Kolkata from Thursday.

Amla puts Kiwis to sword with another century

Amla puts Kiwis to sword with another century

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Hashim Amla plundered yet another century to lead South Africa to a commanding 325 for four on the first day of the second and final Test against New Zealand at St George's Park on Friday.

The Game Of Thrones Tour

The Game Of Thrones Tour

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

GoT fans, a trip to this museum-of-sorts is a must.

Istanbul: Memories And The City

Istanbul: Memories And The City

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The jewel-encrusted Topkapi dagger and the enormous Spoonmaker's Diamond set amongst two more rows of diamonds were truly gape-worthy!, Letika Saran tells us after a fascinating encounter with Istanbul.

'Pawar saheb will show what he is made of in the next 15-18 months'

'Pawar saheb will show what he is made of in the next 15-18 months'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'I want to warn Ajit dada and all those who have stabbed Pawar saheb by joining hands with the BJP.' 'Don't write saheb's obituaries so soon.'

BCCI confirms Bumrah out of T20 WC with injury

BCCI confirms Bumrah out of T20 WC with injury

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

The decision was taken following a detailed assessment and in consultation with the specialists.

When A Secret Rajiv-Badal Meeting Was Cancelled

When A Secret Rajiv-Badal Meeting Was Cancelled

Rediff.com8 May 2023

'Mr Badal wanted to talk to a member of the Gandhi family to bring about some sort of rapprochement between the Akalis and the Congress which were the two major parties at that time.'