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States want GST exemption on Remdesivir, others

States want GST exemption on Remdesivir, others

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

Other decisions piled up include rationalisation of GST rate slabs, correction of inverted duty on certain items and inclusion of petroleum products.

How yoga helps Isha stay FIT and in shape

How yoga helps Isha stay FIT and in shape

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

The 43 year old mum of one has been practising yoga for a long time now.

In-fighting persists in Karnataka BJP over leadership issue

In-fighting persists in Karnataka BJP over leadership issue

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Hectic political activities continued for the second consecutive day in the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in Karnataka on Thursday, as party's national general secretary in-charge of the State Arun Singh started meeting leaders and legislators individually, in the backdrop of speculations over replacing Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa.

Ad body gets strict with digital media influencers

Ad body gets strict with digital media influencers

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Do away with the grey, and let us have it in black and white. That's the message the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has for digital media influencers. ASCI has brought out draft guidelines for "influencer advertising on digital media", an expanding and so far unmonitored landscape where the lines between personal and promotional content is often blurred. The self-regulatory body wants social media influencers to disclose upfront - through labels or in the case of audio media, by way of an announcement at the beginning and the end of the audio - that the content is promotional and paid for.

Kejriwal-led AAP will sweep Delhi, predict exit polls

Kejriwal-led AAP will sweep Delhi, predict exit polls

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

The exit polls predicted little improvement in the fortunes of the Congress which could not bag any seat in the 2015 polls.

'No one abandoned Sushant'

'No one abandoned Sushant'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

'During his final months, he just didn't want to meet anyone.'

The shocking scale of racism in EPL!

The shocking scale of racism in EPL!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Chelsea have condemned online racist abuse aimed at defender Reece James and called on social media platforms to take tougher action against users who engage in such 'despicable behaviour'.

ASK ANU: 'We used to be a happy couple but...'

ASK ANU: 'We used to be a happy couple but...'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

'If he has to keep BJP bosses happy...'

'If he has to keep BJP bosses happy...'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

'If Yogiji has to run this government without any problems, he has to remain in power, and if he has to keep the BJP bosses in Delhi and the RSS happy, then he has no option but to do it.'

If DMK wins, Modi needs to watch out!

If DMK wins, Modi needs to watch out!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Shrug off the yoke of the imperialism of Delhi. That is why the DMK manifesto offers what it offers: The promise that Tamil Nadu will, one day, become an independent republic, notes Aditi Phadnis.

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

With days left for IPL 2021 to kick off, several key players will miss the biggest show in the cricketing universe.

Exit polls: Cong takes Raj, tight race in MP, C'garh; TRS holds Telangana

Exit polls: Cong takes Raj, tight race in MP, C'garh; TRS holds Telangana

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

In Mizoram, opposition MNF likely to end 10-year Congress rule.

Shastri reveals how life in a bio-bubble helped Team India

Shastri reveals how life in a bio-bubble helped Team India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

'So, I think the best thing that has happened is talking cricket amongst the team members and they had no choice, so they were forced to do it and that's been a big help.'

Hot mama! Lisa Haydon's maternity style is SEXY

Hot mama! Lisa Haydon's maternity style is SEXY

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Lisa Haydon is kicking off the final leg of her pregnancy in style.

PIX: Can you do yoga like Aditi?

PIX: Can you do yoga like Aditi?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Aditi posed for pictures doing yoga at her home.

Missing nominations can pose a challenge to heirs

Missing nominations can pose a challenge to heirs

Rediff.com24 May 2021

If the nominations are not in place, the heirs need to go through a lengthy process to get access to the money cautions Bindisha Sarang.

The myth and magic of unicorns

The myth and magic of unicorns

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Becoming a unicorn is surely a marker for a company in its growth story, but it's not a major achievement nor is it a turning point of any significant worth.

Why your mobile phones are likely to cost more

Why your mobile phones are likely to cost more

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

With supply of mobile chipsets running dry, manufacturers here are left with no option but to hike prices once again, making it the fourth round of increase in 2020.

'In 2024, Indians will boot out this government'

'In 2024, Indians will boot out this government'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

'Let me assure the nation on behalf of the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha that our protests have not weakened at all or lost steam.'

Most exit polls failed to get 5-state polls right

Most exit polls failed to get 5-state polls right

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

However,the exit polls got their forecast of a tight finish in Madhya Pradesh right.

Anupam Kher celebrates birthday with Robert de Niro

Anupam Kher celebrates birthday with Robert de Niro

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Anupam Kher celebrates birthday with Robert de Niro

Pakistan cricket doesn't need India to survive, says PCB chief Mani

Pakistan cricket doesn't need India to survive, says PCB chief Mani

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board has suffered massive revenue losses but it doesn't need India to 'survive' and keep its finances flowing, PCB chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday. Terming the BCCI as 'unreliable', Mani said Pakistan cricket is vibrant and strong enough despite not playing any bilateral series with India for a long time now.

Exit polls: BJP set to return with bigger mandate in Maha, Haryana

Exit polls: BJP set to return with bigger mandate in Maha, Haryana

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

The poll of polls brought out by the NDA gave the BJP and the Congress 66 and 14 seats respectively in Haryana, and 211 and 64 for the saffron alliance and the Congress-NCP in Maharashtra.

'Everything was perfect about Tandav'

'Everything was perfect about Tandav'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'I haven't done TV in quite some time now but I have faced this bias.' 'It's not that I feel unwelcome.' 'It's just that when it comes to certain things, I get shortlisted and they tell me that my test was really good but the producer wants a film face.'

Goodbye, Black Panther

Goodbye, Black Panther

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

American has had only one black president so far. And only one on-screen black superhero as well. Subhash K Jha salutes Chadwick Boseman, who passed into the ages on Friday.

Why Arnab's TRPs will shoot up even more

Why Arnab's TRPs will shoot up even more

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The stupidity of someone buying impressions on people meters is like saying the BJP wins elections because the EVMs are rigged. I predict zooming TRPs for Republic TV, says Sudhir Bisht.

SAI extends contracts of 32 foreign coaches

SAI extends contracts of 32 foreign coaches

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

SAI said the decision was taken to ensure that athletes bound for Tokyo Games, postponed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, have continuity in their training.

COVID forces couple to postpone wedding 3rd time

COVID forces couple to postpone wedding 3rd time

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

The two childhood sweethearts -- A Premchandran and Sandra Santosh -- hailing from nearby Eranhipalan, have had to postpone their wedding, scheduled to be held on Sunday once again, thanks to the restrictions imposed in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak.

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

'There is a lot of money coming into the business, people are consuming a lot of content, there is no dearth of new films and shows coming out of India and being available worldwide.'

Harry-Meghan interview: Buckingham Palace says race issues concerning

Harry-Meghan interview: Buckingham Palace says race issues concerning

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

On the couple's reference to unnamed royals raising concerns over their son Archie's mixed-race heritage, the palace said the concerning issues of race would be addressed privately as a family matter.

Pressure of replacing Dhoni behind wickets was immense: KL Rahul

Pressure of replacing Dhoni behind wickets was immense: KL Rahul

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

KL Rahul kept the wickets in the limited overs series against Australia in January this year and also during the team's tour to New Zealand. The pressure to replace Dhoni behind the stumps was 'immense' due to high expectations from fans said Rahul.

When Ayushmann was upset with Aparshakti

When Ayushmann was upset with Aparshakti

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

'My brother broke down because he thought I was letting go of years of hard work.'

Bollywood producers plea: HC extends interim order

Bollywood producers plea: HC extends interim order

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Justice Rajiv Shakdher, who was hearing a plea by Bollywood producers seeking to restrain them from making irresponsible remarks, listed the matter before the Joint registrar for January 18 for completion of pleadings and admission/denial of documents.

Insurance cos shift focus from market-linked products

Insurance cos shift focus from market-linked products

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Market-linked products have been driving the growth of private insurers for some time now. But, the market volatility has forced the companies to re-think their strategies, reports Subrata Panda.

Djokovic ties Federer's record; Sania returns to WTA circuit

Djokovic ties Federer's record; Sania returns to WTA circuit

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Novak Djokovic equalled Roger Federer's all-time record for most weeks as ATP world number one

Problem aplenty for Royals if Stokes misses season

Problem aplenty for Royals if Stokes misses season

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Royals core comprises of three Englishmen -- Stokes, Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer and their Australian skipper Steve Smith.

India Inc gets back to office cautiously, even as many MNCs remain shut

India Inc gets back to office cautiously, even as many MNCs remain shut

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Many are testing hybrid models including getting small batches to work, rotating staff every week, introducing shifts and allowing certain functions to operate from office in small numbers.

How my 8 YO daughter attends online school

How my 8 YO daughter attends online school

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'It has been a wonderful experience since she independently manages the show without much of interference,' says IT professional Baudhayan Lahiri.

Why this Australian is wary of India's pacers

Why this Australian is wary of India's pacers

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Joe Burns said India have a skillful bowling attack, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, and they have to 'start well' against them.

'India's pacers won't succeed with bouncers in Australia'

'India's pacers won't succeed with bouncers in Australia'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

India's formidable pace attack will not be as effective as New Zealand speedster Neil Wagner in bowling bouncers during their upcoming tour of Australia, believes wicketkeeper Matthew Wade. Wagner bowling a barrage of bouncers and dismissing Australia's three leading batsmen -- Steve Smith, David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne -- a combined 10 times was one of the rare positives for New Zealand in an otherwise one-sided Test series last season.