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K'taka to pass resolution amid border dispute with Maha

K'taka to pass resolution amid border dispute with Maha

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

The legislature reiterated the state's stand that the issue is a settled one, and not an inch of land will be given to the neighbouring State.

Sodhi has no qualms about packed schedule

Sodhi has no qualms about packed schedule

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

'As a cricketer, in the last few years, we lost out on a few games which we could have potentially played. Yes, if we could sneak in a few matches, it would be great.'

'We just have to give them a good film and they will give you the numbers'

'We just have to give them a good film and they will give you the numbers'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'Every film cannot do a business of Rs 200 crore.'

Jagan Reddy's mother quits YSR Congress to go with daughter in Telangana

Jagan Reddy's mother quits YSR Congress to go with daughter in Telangana

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy's mother Y S Vijayamma on Friday resigned as honorary president of YSR Congress party to stand by her daughter Sharmila, who is now heading the YSR Telangana party in the neighbouring state.

'It's hard to leave Karthik out'

'It's hard to leave Karthik out'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Australian batting great Ricky Ponting said Rishabh Pant's 'surprise' omission from India's playing XI in their Asia Cup opener against Pakistan shows the quality the team possesses heading into the World T20.

Exit polls: BJP to retain UP; AAP to sweep Punjab; tight race in Goa, U'khand

Exit polls: BJP to retain UP; AAP to sweep Punjab; tight race in Goa, U'khand

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Several exit polls on Monday forecast a clear majority for the Bharatiya Janata Party in Uttar Pradesh and the Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab with some of them giving an edge to the saffron party in Uttarakhand, Goa and Manipur.

Madan Lal says there are no favourites in T20 cricket

Madan Lal says there are no favourites in T20 cricket

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

"India's task is yet to be completed. The journey has just begun. Even teams like the Netherlands are not weak teams. In T20, it's anybody's game. If you win the tournament then only you can say the mission is complete and as an Indian team we have done the job," he said.

Prophet row: News anchor Navika Kumar gets SC relief

Prophet row: News anchor Navika Kumar gets SC relief

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday granted interim protection from arrest to Navika Kumar in connection with first information reports (FIRs) lodged against her over controversial remarks made by former Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Nupur Sharma on Prophet Muhammad during a TV debate moderated by the news anchor.

Nasscom, Google set up call centre to help rural women entrepreneurs

Nasscom, Google set up call centre to help rural women entrepreneurs

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Nasscom Foundation along with Google has set up a call centre in collaboration with a not-for-profit body ISAP to help women farmers scale up their business. The project is being run on a pilot basis to initially reach out to 20,000 rural women entrepreneurs across six states -- Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana and Rajasthan, Nasscom Foundation CEO Nidhi Bhasin said at the launch of "DigiVaani Call Center". "DigiVaani will be one place where rural women entrepreneurs will be able to call and get the information around various schemes available for them, which can help them scale up their business, be it government scheme or any other information that can be of help for them.

Deepika-Ranveer's Romantic Holiday

Deepika-Ranveer's Romantic Holiday

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Just how did Ranveer Singh celebrate his 37th birthday on July 6 with wife Deepika Padukone?

Shardul Thakur opens up on missing T20 World Cup spot

Shardul Thakur opens up on missing T20 World Cup spot

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

'It's a big setback. Every player dreams to play in the World Cup, not just play but win it as well'

Coach Powar defends India women's batting flop vs Pakistan

Coach Powar defends India women's batting flop vs Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

India women's team head coach Ramesh Powar is hardly perturbed by the 13-run defeat against Pakistan in the Asia Cup as the team management's primary aim was to test the temperament of the younger lot in a pressure situation.

Richarlison's Importance In A Morally-Conflicted World Cup

Richarlison's Importance In A Morally-Conflicted World Cup

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Richarlison is a rarity among the overindulged footballing elite. In a World Cup which has been overshadowed by social issues, Brazil's latest football sensation is championing more than just one cause, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

Conspiracies hatched across the border being foiled daily: J-K DGP

Conspiracies hatched across the border being foiled daily: J-K DGP

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

"We are fully alert to the threats as conspiracies being hatched from across the border are being foiled on a daily basis by police and other security agencies," Singh told reporters after unveiling a wall dedicated to police personnel who died fighting terrorism in Reasi district.

SC allows Mumbai Metro to seek nod for felling 84 trees at Aarey

SC allows Mumbai Metro to seek nod for felling 84 trees at Aarey

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court on Tuesday permitted the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd to pursue its plea with the relevant authority for felling 84 trees at Mumbai's Aarey Colony for constructing train ramps at its car shed project, saying it cannot be "oblivious of serious dislocation" which may be caused in projects involving "large public funds".

Govt-judiciary 'bhai-bhai', but Collegium unconstitutional: Rijiju

Govt-judiciary 'bhai-bhai', but Collegium unconstitutional: Rijiju

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The minister said the Constitution of India is a 'religious document' for everyone, especially the government, and 'anything which is alien to the Constitution merely because of the decision taken by the courts or some judges, how do you expect that the decision will be backed by the country'.

Arun Goel's appointment file travelled at 'lightning speed', says SC

Arun Goel's appointment file travelled at 'lightning speed', says SC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The top court reserved its verdict on a batch of pleas seeking a collegium-like system for the appointment of ECs and the Chief Election Commissioner and asked the parties to file written submission in five days.

'Life will always be difficult'

'Life will always be difficult'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

'And it always should be.' 'I believe nothing should come easily to anyone because then there is no thrill in it.'

Lalu, Nitish meet Sonia; say concrete plan after Cong chief's election

Lalu, Nitish meet Sonia; say concrete plan after Cong chief's election

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

The meeting at Gandhi's 10 Janpath residence was seen as very crucial in forging an Opposition unity with efforts on to reconcile differences between the Congress and some regional parties that have been at loggerheads traditionally.

Will Salman DIRECT Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali?

Will Salman DIRECT Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'Who do you think directs most of the films that he has done in the last four-five years?'

'I want to play a superhero'

'I want to play a superhero'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

'To begin a film, to complete a film, to feel that you give everything you had, and to feel satisfied is a priceless feeling.' 'That's the feeling I am searching for now.'

'Why Is Modi Parked In Gujarat?'

'Why Is Modi Parked In Gujarat?'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

'Has any prime minister spent so much time in one state holding election rally after rally?'

Three attempts and 13 years later, Sindhu tastes gold at CWG

Three attempts and 13 years later, Sindhu tastes gold at CWG

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Sindhu had won a gold in the mixed team event at the CWG in 2018, but a medal in singles has eluded her since her Games debut.

Rahul Gandhi becomes a Lingayat, initiated into sect

Rahul Gandhi becomes a Lingayat, initiated into sect

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The ruling BJP in Karnataka, where Assembly elections are due in April-May next year, considers Lingayats as its key vote-base.

Maha's 2-member cabinet issued 751 GRs in 1 month

Maha's 2-member cabinet issued 751 GRs in 1 month

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The BJP had criticised the MVA government saying that it was "unethical" on its part to issue so many orders in a short span.

China terms crackdown in Xinjiang as 'counter terrorism'

China terms crackdown in Xinjiang as 'counter terrorism'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

China on Saturday maintained silence on India's abstention at the voting at the UNHRC on the human rights situation in Xinjiang

'Can I sell all MFs and buy a balanced fund?'

'Can I sell all MFs and buy a balanced fund?'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Nikunj Saraf, Vice President Choice Wealth, answers your queries.

Carlsen will not defend chess world title next year

Carlsen will not defend chess world title next year

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Magnus Carlsen will not defend his world championship in 2023 against Russia's Ian Nepomniachtchi as he is not motivated to play another match, the Norwegian five-time champion said in a podcast on Wednesday.

Rain threat looms as India-Pak set for T20 WC showdown

Rain threat looms as India-Pak set for T20 WC showdown

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

Thousands of fans from both countries have crisscrossed the globe to watch their team in action and trust rival captains Rohit Sharma and Babar Azam to tell you this is another 'match' for them, but all the 22 players and reserves know that this is 'The Match'.

Committed to bring Uniform Civil Code, but after discussions: Shah

Committed to bring Uniform Civil Code, but after discussions: Shah

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the Bharatiya Janata Party is committed to bring Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the country but only after following all democratic processes and discussions on it.

Congress ex-minister raises banner of revolt in Karnataka

Congress ex-minister raises banner of revolt in Karnataka

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

The leader, who has been sulking for some time now due to repeated denial of election tickets, said he would convene a meeting of his supporters next month to announce his decision on whether or not he will stay with the Congress.

Why India did not pick Shami for Asia Cup...

Why India did not pick Shami for Asia Cup...

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Australian legend Ricky Ponting feels Mohammed Shami's strength lies in the longest format and there are better quick bowlers in India's T20 set up, weighing in on his absence from the Asia Cup squad.

Experimental India set for Zimbabwe ODI series sweep

Experimental India set for Zimbabwe ODI series sweep

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

Having done exceedingly well to not just turn up but run roughshod over a hapless Zimbabwe on all fronts in the preceding two One-Day Internationals, India goes into the third and final match of the series knowing well that the script is unlikely to change when the teams meet again at the Harare Sports Complex on Monday.

ASK ANU: 'A man molested me on flight. I feel guilty. Pls help'

ASK ANU: 'A man molested me on flight. I feel guilty. Pls help'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

No RS seat for Naqvi, BJP's sole Muslim minister maybe fielded for Rampur bypoll

No RS seat for Naqvi, BJP's sole Muslim minister maybe fielded for Rampur bypoll

Rediff.com31 May 2022

With the BJP denying a renomination to Naqvi to the Upper House, and no Rajya Sabha renomination either for Sayyed Zafar Islam or MJ Akbar -- both of whom are also completing their tenures soon -- the party now has no Muslim member of Parliament from either House.

Patidar leader Naresh Patel keeps everyone guessing about his political moves

Patidar leader Naresh Patel keeps everyone guessing about his political moves

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Influential Patidar leader Naresh Patel, who heads the Shree Khodaldham Temple Trust, on Wednesday claimed that though the older generation is against him joining politics, youth and women want him to take the route.

Active credit cards drop 2.3 million in August over new RBI norms

Active credit cards drop 2.3 million in August over new RBI norms

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

The outstanding credit card base dropped to 77.99 million in August from over 80 million in July, mainly on account of the new norms of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) that warrant the deactivation of cards that are inactive for a year. While there was a 2.8 per cent decline in net card additions on a month-on-month (MoM) basis in August, a first in many months, credit card spends slipped 3 per cent on a high base. Still, spends topped the Rs 1-trillion mark for the sixth consecutive month.

Ponting predicts winner of India vs Pak clash

Ponting predicts winner of India vs Pak clash

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Ponting feels that fans and players have been starved of this brilliant rivalry between two Asian giants.

Koffee With Karan 7: 10 REVELATIONS from Kriti-Tiger

Koffee With Karan 7: 10 REVELATIONS from Kriti-Tiger

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The ninth episode of Koffee With Karan 7 had the Heropanti jodi Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon gracing the couch together for the first time.

Prophet row: SC directs Delhi police to probe all FIRs against Nupur Sharma

Prophet row: SC directs Delhi police to probe all FIRs against Nupur Sharma

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Sharma's remark on the Prophet during a TV debate had triggered protests across the country and drew sharp reactions from many Gulf countries.