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Sacrifices made will be rewarded, believes India U-17 'keeper

Sacrifices made will be rewarded, believes India U-17 'keeper

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

The marquee tournament starts October 6, and the Manipuri boy is excited to be a part of India's first-ever World Cup team.

Bigg Boss 13: Koena takes to the dance floor

Bigg Boss 13: Koena takes to the dance floor

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Week 2 ends with two contestants evicted and 11 still remaining.

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

How I became an Army and why BTS is special

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

From the boys who used to hand out tickets to people on the streets and invite them to their concerts free of charge to the men selling out Wembley Stadium in less than a day, having about 20 songs on Billboards #1, BTS have come a long way, says Maya Dominic, a fan of the Korean pop band.

Auto stocks among most attractive shorts of '11

Auto stocks among most attractive shorts of '11

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

In a market economy, the health of the personal transportation industry is linked to the economic health of the nation. However, the health of a specific auto-player is not that crucial.

When Aamir pierced his ears...

When Aamir pierced his ears...

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

On Lagaan's 20th anniversary, we bring back Aamir Khan's views expressed in an exclusive interview to Rediff.com Contributor Haresh Pandya in February 2000.

Chaos, confusion and traffic as Delhi seals borders

Chaos, confusion and traffic as Delhi seals borders

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Vehicles piled up and many people were seen reasoning with the police as they were not allowed to enter Delhi from Uttar Pradesh and Haryana.

With Bajaj in sidecar, Triumph to jointly roll out bikes

With Bajaj in sidecar, Triumph to jointly roll out bikes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

It's the first time in its 178-year-old history that the iconic British motorcycle firm owned by the Bloor family has got into an alliance. Three years after announcement, the two companies formally signed on the dotted lines on Friday for a long-term partnership, which aims to achieve global scale in a segment in which Royal Enfield has head-start.

'In T20s, pressure is on batsmen as people come for entertainment'

'In T20s, pressure is on batsmen as people come for entertainment'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Shamsi's stint at RCB has helped him grow as a cricketer with the likes of Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle providing him useful tips.

Call drops in India high: Survey

Call drops in India high: Survey

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Poor quality can be defined as high interference in the radio signal.

Why the BJP wants to banish Tipu

Why the BJP wants to banish Tipu

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'Tipu Sultan may have had his flaws, but that does not mean he can be axed from textbooks.' 'Besides, if it is Tipu today, who will it be tomorrow?' asks Shuma Raha.

Bollywood jab mamu ban gaya!

Bollywood jab mamu ban gaya!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2011

Mamu-bhanjas have made for rather interesting combinations in show-town. Here's a look at Uncle Sams and their Naughty Nephews.

Indo-US ties not a threat to China: Pentagon

Indo-US ties not a threat to China: Pentagon

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

The security of Asia's dominant powers, India and China, cannot be viewed as a zero sum game, a top Pentagon official said on Thursday, asserting that Indo-US proximity should not be seen a threat to China, and vice versa.

PHOTOS: Metro services resume in several cities with curbs

PHOTOS: Metro services resume in several cities with curbs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

With the Centre issuing guidelines for their resumption under Unlock 4, the rapid transit networks started operations in a graded manner in Delhi-NCR, Lucknow, Kochi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, but were still closed in Mumbai, Nagpur, Kolkata and Jaipur.

PHOTOS: Gala reception awaits Xi Jinping at Mahabalipuram

PHOTOS: Gala reception awaits Xi Jinping at Mahabalipuram

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

On his arrival, Xi will be welcomed by traditional peformances including 'tappu' folk drum art display at the airport by about 500 artistes.

'Give people confidence to rebuild their lives'

'Give people confidence to rebuild their lives'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

'It may take two years for the economy to return to normal.' 'We should ensure that the vulnerable do not dig into their savings or give up their assets because that will set them back by several years.'

What the rise in China's defence budget really means

What the rise in China's defence budget really means

Rediff.com24 May 2020

'China's opaque defence allocation processes are shrouded in mystery and have triggered security dilemmas among its neighbours and others,' notes China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

Hyderabad cops foil attempts by 4 men to join IS

Hyderabad cops foil attempts by 4 men to join IS

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

An alleged attempt by a group of four young men from Hyderabad to join the rank of IslamistState, a Sunni jihadist group, has been foiled by the Hyderabad police.

Bihar cricket body moves contempt plea against BCCI officials

Bihar cricket body moves contempt plea against BCCI officials

Rediff.com23 May 2017

The Cricket Association of Bihar (CAB) on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against Board of Control for Cricket in India's acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary and others for allegedly violating the apex court's orders.

'I have done a lot of things that I am not proud of'

'I have done a lot of things that I am not proud of'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

'I had anger management issues, but I would like to believe that I worked on myself to make sure that I am a slightly better version of myself.'

The Bollywood Tweet Diary

The Bollywood Tweet Diary

Rediff.com3 May 2010

A quick update on what the stars are saying in 140 characters.

Rate cut may not spur corporate capex

Rate cut may not spur corporate capex

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Historically, there has been no correlation between growth in bank credit to industry and lower benchmark interest rate

What lies ahead for Brand Horlicks?

What lies ahead for Brand Horlicks?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

One of the oldest living brands in the country, Horlicks has been innovative in its approach, which helped it survive intense competition

Finding Radha on Women's Day

Finding Radha on Women's Day

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'She exists alongside Sita, the archetype of the ideal woman,' notes Arundhuti Dasgupta.

India made 15 extradition requests, but no reply from UK: Centre

India made 15 extradition requests, but no reply from UK: Centre

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Britain has not yet acted upon 15 extradition requests sent by India, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

Why resting Bhuvneshwar was not as helpful as Team India believe

Why resting Bhuvneshwar was not as helpful as Team India believe

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

Bhuvneshwar is again likely to be confined to the benches for his second successive marquee event, starting in England from May 30.

Review: Pankh is a courageous film

Review: Pankh is a courageous film

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Pankh is not for the feeble. The director sets out to shock, scandalise, repulse and disgust you. If you are prepared for this then take a chance. Don't say we didn't warn you.

Time for India to inflict pain on China

Time for India to inflict pain on China

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

'China has gone too long as a rogue power, trashing international norms, agreements, and treaties as if they were not the paper they were written on.' 'The ill-advised attack on Ladakh may be the beginning of the end of that nonsense,' advocates Rajeev Srinivasan.

Ajit Jogi: 'I will be the King, not the kingmaker'

Ajit Jogi: 'I will be the King, not the kingmaker'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

'Raman Singh will certainly be defeated by the alliance we have created," says Chhattisgarh's first chief minister Ajit Jogi.

Is it the right time to invest in gold?

Is it the right time to invest in gold?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Given the uncertainties around gold's future course, stagger your purchases and buy on declines, says Sanjay Kumar Singh.

India created 300,000 jobs in US

India created 300,000 jobs in US

Rediff.com19 Jun 2009

"Indian foreign direct investment in the US is more than America's FDI in India."

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'The outrage that followed the destruction of the Babri Masjid was an inability to see the event for what it was: The rectification of a grave historical wrong, the restitution of a hurt of a people and the countering of moral injustice,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Kuldeep Yadav: From wicket-less at Lord's to five-wickets at Rajkot

Kuldeep Yadav: From wicket-less at Lord's to five-wickets at Rajkot

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Kuldeep Yadav says his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket was a result of going back to the drawing board in his bid to improve as a red-ball bowler after being dropped from the Indian team during the England series.

Ulip or term insurance? What's better?

Ulip or term insurance? What's better?

Rediff.com27 May 2009

Ulips are similar to mutual funds except that they provide life cover, tax benefits and need to be kept for long term. On the other hand, term insurance is actually insurance where your dependents get sum insured in case you die, but nothing if you outlive the insurance term.

Understand risk, understand beta

Understand risk, understand beta

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Different sectors and funds have different levels of volatility. So their beta values will differ. However, beta should be used along with other factors like management expertise, future prospects and your investment horizon. The longer your investment timeframe, the lesser the volatility, and thus lower the risk.

As e-tail discounts taper, electronics chains see sales growth

As e-tail discounts taper, electronics chains see sales growth

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

"Online portals are also bleeding heavily and have huge accumulated losses. There is pressure from investors to cut down on discounting."

Eeco: Maruti Suzuki's New Year gift

Eeco: Maruti Suzuki's New Year gift

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Set to be unveiled at the Auto Expo in New Delhi, it is likely to be priced below Rs 400,000, and will come with air-conditioning and the option to choose from six colours.

'It's very difficult to negotiate with the Chinese'

'It's very difficult to negotiate with the Chinese'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'Our biggest advantage is that the troops are much better trained and motivated than the Chinese and can improvise and manage with a part of the resources.'

Bollywood's best posters of 2009

Bollywood's best posters of 2009

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

Check out Raja Sen's pick of the year.

DON'T leave unutilised funds in your trading account!t

DON'T leave unutilised funds in your trading account!t

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Suppose you have transferred money to your trading account but did not use it to buy securities, the broker could misuse this money, warns Sanjay Kumar Singh.

'Cops ransacking hospitals is unimaginable'

'Cops ransacking hospitals is unimaginable'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

'The police is there to protect Indian citizens, but now we have cops entering the hospitals and ransacking even the ICUs.'