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Sri Lanka, England fined for slow over-rate

Sri Lanka, England fined for slow over-rate

Rediff.com30 Sep 2012

Sri Lanka and England, who won Saturday's Super Eight matches in World Twenty20 against their respective opponents, have been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during the matches.

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

When Nitin Gadkari was president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, the party had announced it would set up a separate ministry for handlooms and handicraft. Instead of doing that, the BJP government has abolished the only institution that took into account the voice of the weavers.

PIX: Shriya Saran goes backless

PIX: Shriya Saran goes backless

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

The actress obviously loves showing off her glorious back.

Taliban ready to disown Al Qaeda: Report

Taliban ready to disown Al Qaeda: Report

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

The Taliban is ready to completely disown the Al Qaeda, and is willing to work with the United States to improve security in Afghanistan, a major report has disclosed.

After Nokia India, I-T net may be cast on parent

After Nokia India, I-T net may be cast on parent

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

Tax authorities had already sent a notice to Nokia India for failing to collect tax deducted at source.

'Is minority reservation the only way out?'

'Is minority reservation the only way out?'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2011

Wajahat Habibullah, chairperson, National Commission for Minorities, speaks to Kavita Chowdhury on reservation for Muslims, the RTI Act and the controversy over withdrawal of AFSPA in Kashmir.

'Aditya Chopra doesn't interfere with direction'

'Aditya Chopra doesn't interfere with direction'

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Director Habib Faizal talks about the making of Ishaqzaade

Army to showcase military might in Punjab

Army to showcase military might in Punjab

Rediff.com4 May 2012

This exercise is part of the Army's systems approach to training which aims at transforming it into a modern, lean, agile and well-equipped force, capable of accomplishing assigned tasks thus showcasing its rapid response capability

I have got my rhythm back: Umesh Yadav

I have got my rhythm back: Umesh Yadav

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Keen to make the most of the opportunity in the ongoing Champions League Twenty20, Delhi Daredevils pacer Umesh Yadav said he's working hard on improving his run-up and getting his balance right.

East Bengal hold Xuan Thanh of Vietnam in AFC Cup

East Bengal hold Xuan Thanh of Vietnam in AFC Cup

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Federation Cup champions East Bengal played out a goal-less draw against Xuan Thanh FC of Vietnam in an away match of AFC Cup at Ho Chi Minh city on Wednesday.

IPL: Daredevils sign deal with three domestic players

IPL: Daredevils sign deal with three domestic players

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Daredevils have signed up three domestic players, including a teenaged all-rounder, for the upcoming IPL season.

No intention of taking action against Kayani: Pak govt

No intention of taking action against Kayani: Pak govt

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

The Pakistan government has no intention of taking any action against Army Chief Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, the country's top law officer informed the Supreme Court on Friday against the backdrop of a standoff between the civil administration and the military.

Army decision-making: Antony is one of the major hurdles

Army decision-making: Antony is one of the major hurdles

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

In recent weeks, the civil-military cold war in India has thrown into the public domain alarming facts -- from corruption to lack of preparedness. In a three-part series, defense expert and Jane's Defence Weekly Special Correspondent Rahul Bedi minces no words in outlining the problems the country's armed forces face.

Are Christians being discriminated against in Kanyakumari?

Are Christians being discriminated against in Kanyakumari?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

In the rest of Tamil Nadu, Christians are six per cent of the population but in Kanyakumari they constitute 44 per cent of the population. So why is there a high rate of rejection of permission to build prayer halls/churches in the district? A Ganesh Nadar finds out

WON'T ALLOW new dam in Karnataka: Jayalalithaa

WON'T ALLOW new dam in Karnataka: Jayalalithaa

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

With the Cauvery water sharing row escalating, the Tamil Nadu government on Friday made it clear that it would not allow construction of a new dam by Karnataka at Mekedhatu across the river under "any circumstances."

Nuclear terrorism remains a threat: Obama

Nuclear terrorism remains a threat: Obama

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday warned that the threat of nuclear weapons remains a challenge as there are still "too many bad actors in search of these dangerous materials", asserting that the world's security depends on the actions that the global community takes.

India may have to conduct 26/11 trial without Headley

India may have to conduct 26/11 trial without Headley

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

An Indian court may try and convict Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative David Headley for his role in the 26/11 attacks on Mumbai, but the conviction would merely be a symbolic one.

Daredevils pick Maxwell, Bodi to replace Ingram, Birt

Daredevils pick Maxwell, Bodi to replace Ingram, Birt

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

Delhi Daredevils named young Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and South Africa's Gulam Bodi as replacements for Colin Ingram and Travis Birt in their squad for the fifth edition of the Indian Premier Premier League starting next month.

Sachin Pilot commissioned as Territorial Army officer

Sachin Pilot commissioned as Territorial Army officer

Rediff.com6 Sep 2012

Sachin Pilot on Thursday became the first Union minister to be commissioned as a regular officer in the Territorial Army, fulfilling his desire to follow his father's footsteps to be in the armed forces.

PICS: Madhuri, Sonam and supermodels dazzle in jewels!

PICS: Madhuri, Sonam and supermodels dazzle in jewels!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

We bring you runway action from Day Five of India International Jewellery Week 2012!

'Efforts on in Pak to send deaf and mute Indian girl back'

'Efforts on in Pak to send deaf and mute Indian girl back'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Pakistan's Sindh province government has established contact with a well-known welfare foundation to obtain details of a deaf and mute Indian girl, who had inadvertently strayed into the country some 13 years ago, as efforts were being made to send her back to India.

First look: Preity Zinta in Ishkq In Paris

First look: Preity Zinta in Ishkq In Paris

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Here's what your favourtie Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Cash-for-vote scam: 'NO interference from any corner'

Cash-for-vote scam: 'NO interference from any corner'

Rediff.com10 May 2012

The Delhi police on Thursday told a Delhi court that it had made every effort to unearth the money trail in the 2008 cash-for-vote scam in keeping with the directions of the Supreme Court and denied allegations of "interference from the central executive." In a reply filed in the court of Special Judge Sangita Dhingra Sehgal, the police denied the charge that it had flouted the directions of the Supreme Court while conducting the probe and investigating the money trail.

Akhilesh Yadav has major plans for development of UP

Akhilesh Yadav has major plans for development of UP

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday said concrete steps would be taken for the development of the state. Stern action would be taken against those taking law and order in their hands even if they were associated with the party, Akhilesh said. The CM said that good and able officers would be given full opportunity to work and lax officers would not be allowed to continue on their posts.

Two phone calls that finally led to Sahara's pull-out

Two phone calls that finally led to Sahara's pull-out

Rediff.com4 Feb 2012

The relationship between Sahara Group and the Indian Cricket Board had turned from bad to worse in the past month but after a "couple of not so cordial telephonic conversation" between the owners of Pune Warriors and the board top brass that had telling effect.

2G verdict won't impact UPA electorally, says Pawar

2G verdict won't impact UPA electorally, says Pawar

Rediff.com3 Feb 2012

Union Agriculture Minister and Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar on Friday came out in strong defence of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh saying that the Supreme Court verdict cancelling 2G licenses was not an indictment of the government.

The Big Disappointments of Malayalam Cinema

The Big Disappointments of Malayalam Cinema

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

These Malayalam films failed to impress the audience.

HC exempts CBI director from appearance in land scam case

HC exempts CBI director from appearance in land scam case

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

The Delhi high court on Wednesday stayed an order of a lower court asking the CBI director to personally appear before it to explain disappearance of some documents pertaining to the sensational multi-crore rupees Molarband and Dheerpur land scam case.

Andhra ministers get salary, allowance hike

Andhra ministers get salary, allowance hike

Rediff.com20 Mar 2012

Under the amended legislation, the basic pay of chief minister has been enhanced from Rs 5,250 to Rs 16,000 a month and that of ministers (including deputy chief minister) from Rs 5,000 to Rs 14,000.

Authorities find 'slaughterhouse' in Thai tiger temple

Authorities find 'slaughterhouse' in Thai tiger temple

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Authorities believe the house was a slaughterhouse and tiger holding facility used in a suspected animal trafficking network.

Delhi Daredevils acquire Ross Taylor from Rajasthan Royals

Delhi Daredevils acquire Ross Taylor from Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

New Zealand captain Ross Taylor will move from Rajasthan Royals to Delhi Daredevils for the fifth edition of Indian Premier League.

Buzz: BCCI sponsors not concerned over Ganguly endorsing rival

Buzz: BCCI sponsors not concerned over Ganguly endorsing rival

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Asked if Ganguly would be cornered at the meeting, he laughed and cited an example.

Is your mutual fund's RETURN worth the RISK?

Is your mutual fund's RETURN worth the RISK?

Rediff.com11 May 2012

There's more than meets the eye when it comes to a mutual fund's returns. Here's how you can check a fund's risk-adjusted return.

DTC only in 2013, key parts in this Budget

DTC only in 2013, key parts in this Budget

Rediff.com26 Jan 2012

the government will introduce some of its key provisions, such as General Anti-Avoidance Rules, in Budget 2012-13.

How COVID-19 has impacted private equity firms

How COVID-19 has impacted private equity firms

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Investors say they see large companies going through the grind, as their promoters struggle with liquidity because they are levered up at the holding company level and are starting to get margin calls thanks to the crashes in the stock market, and in the next six months, the targets that will come up for PE companies will make for a harvest season like never before.

ISI gives arms to Kashmir terrorists: Rana to FBI

ISI gives arms to Kashmir terrorists: Rana to FBI

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

Pointing at Inter Services Intelligence's direct involvement in providing arms to militants in Kashmir, Tahawwur Rana, one of the key accused in the Mumbai terror attacks, has told the Federal Bureau of Investigation that Pakistan's spy agency gives weapons to terrorists when they are about to enter the Indian territory.

Headley row shouldn't impact Indo-Pak talks: Omar

Headley row shouldn't impact Indo-Pak talks: Omar

Rediff.com26 May 2011

Expressing concern on the shocking revelations made by David Headley implicating the Inter Services Intelligence with 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the Central government not to suspend the composite dialogue with Pakistan.

IPL 2021, Week 2: All the Hits & Misses

IPL 2021, Week 2: All the Hits & Misses

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Rajneesh Gupta presents all the important numbers after the second week of IPL 2021.

South stars we would LOVE to see in Bollywood

South stars we would LOVE to see in Bollywood

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

Janhvi Kapoor revealed on Koffee With Karan that she would love to work with the superhot Vijay Deverakonda.

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

The encounter has brought to light gaps in the Army's vigil along the LoC as the group of terrorists had managed to sneak in nearly 8 km after crossing two ridges of the Shamsabari mountain range.