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U-19 World Cup: Showcasing cricket's brightest young stars

U-19 World Cup: Showcasing cricket's brightest young stars

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

From Brian Lara to Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes to Steve Smith, the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup has never fallen short of showcasing cricket's brightest young stars. More than 30 years have passed since the world's top talents first announced themselves on the big stage, with the 1988 Youth Cricket World Cup a ground-breaking step in bringing ability to the fore.

The best airline seat you can buy for about Rs 12 lakh

The best airline seat you can buy for about Rs 12 lakh

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

The opulent 'Residence' will feature a living room, double bedroom, separate ensuite shower room, and a trained Butler.

IITs among world's most innovative universities

IITs among world's most innovative universities

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

The annual Reuters ranking of Asia Pacific's Most Innovative Universities for 2018 is out.

WATCH LIVE! PM Modi at World Cultural Festival

WATCH LIVE! PM Modi at World Cultural Festival

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares the stage with spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and other world dignitaries at the World Cultural Festival.

Jadhav lauds bowlers for holding nerve in Afghanistan thriller

Jadhav lauds bowlers for holding nerve in Afghanistan thriller

Rediff.com23 Jun 2019

Kedar Jadhav claimed he never lost faith in India's bowlers to deliver victory in a last-over thriller with Afghanistan. Jadhav's careful half century, alongside captain Virat Kohli's 67, were the two highlights in a difficult day at the crease for India's batsmen in their latest ICC Men's Cricket World Cup clash at the Hampshire Bowl.

World's 10 best airlines

World's 10 best airlines

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Emirates has been voted as the world's best airline in 2016 by travellers around the world.

Meet Unilever's Mr Dependable

Meet Unilever's Mr Dependable

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

As Unilever's COO, he is expected to take significant load off CEO Alan Jope, pushing growth across markets and driving go-to-market activities.

Quarantine hotels: It's business unusual

Quarantine hotels: It's business unusual

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Leading hotels are taking all precautions but the unusual service the staff has been pressed into puts them at the forefront of COVID fight.

World's last male northern white rhino dies

World's last male northern white rhino dies

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

The 45-year-old rhino named Sudan had been in poor health in recent days and was being treated for age-related issues and multiple infections.

How HUL and P&G are shaping their India strategy

How HUL and P&G are shaping their India strategy

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

While Unilever has been aggressive, both organically and inorganically in the country, P&G's approach has been about achieving 'balanced growth' in terms of top line and bottom line.

China displays its might in parade to mark 90th military anniversary

China displays its might in parade to mark 90th military anniversary

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday said the People's Liberation Army has the confidence and capability to defeat all invading enemies as he inspected a massive military parade at the country's largest military base to mark the 90th founding anniversary of the 2.3-million strong army.

Abe visits largest Mahatma Gandhi museum

Abe visits largest Mahatma Gandhi museum

Rediff.com14 Sep 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe, who is on a two-day official trip to India, on Thursday visited the world's largest museum based on life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi, Dandi Kutir, in Gandhinagar.

World's largest flawless blue diamond sold at $23.8 mn!

World's largest flawless blue diamond sold at $23.8 mn!

Rediff.com15 May 2014

The world's largest flawless fancy vivid blue diamond was sold at Christie's for a whopping $23.8 million.

Who's afraid of Rosneft India?

Who's afraid of Rosneft India?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

A vilification campaign against Rosneft has begun in right earnest, says M K Bhadrakumar.

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.

Bumrah pleased to take wickets and contribute

Bumrah pleased to take wickets and contribute

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah was more than happy to take advantage of the helpful conditions with ball in hand and the 25-year-old took great pains to ensure the magnitude of the occasion didn't adversely affect him.

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

3 reasons why fall in crude prices won't benefit India

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Usually, a fall in oil prices is followed with a cut in retail prices of auto fuels and the government passes on the benefit to consumers. However, Morgan Stanley believes gains this time around will remain capped.

How real is the 'revival' in auto sector?

How real is the 'revival' in auto sector?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Component makers don't see any recovery yet, but manufacturers believe the end of poor sales is nearing its end.

Why Procter & Gamble put India on backburner

Why Procter & Gamble put India on backburner

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

With India contributing only 2% to its revenues, the multinational is focusing more on key markets like the US and China.

Now, Coca-Cola plans to take Maaza overseas

Now, Coca-Cola plans to take Maaza overseas

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Maaza is the country's top mango juice drink despite competition from brands such as Frooti and Tropicana Slice growing in the past few years.

Swimming with the 'biggest ever' Great White shark

Swimming with the 'biggest ever' Great White shark

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

A team of divers has had a close encounter with one of the biggest great white sharks on record -- and lived to tell the tale.

BSE: Top gainers and losers

BSE: Top gainers and losers

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

The BSE Sensex ended at 25,841, up by 359 points.

India is home to 1/3rd of the world's poor: IMF

India is home to 1/3rd of the world's poor: IMF

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

These figures are based on purchasing power parity of 2005.

Walmart may now be dragged to court over Flipkart buy

Walmart may now be dragged to court over Flipkart buy

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

In two months, as many as 25 complaints have been sent to Enforcement Directorate, Competition Commission of India, Reserve Bank of India and income tax department, beside various state agencies, to thwart the deal.

MSN gets major facelift, readies for launch on iOS, Android

MSN gets major facelift, readies for launch on iOS, Android

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Starting on Monday, Microsoft is inviting people to try out the new web experience.

IPL-9 Schedule

IPL-9 Schedule

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Check out the schedule of the ninth edition of the Indian Premier League T20 tournament.

Cincinnati Masters: Keys claims title; Medvedev beats Goffin

Cincinnati Masters: Keys claims title; Medvedev beats Goffin

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

American Madison Keys overcame late leads by Svetlana Kuznetsova in both sets to defeat the Russian for the Cincinnati Masters title on Sunday.

Watch! Glimpses from DeepVeer's Bengaluru reception

Watch! Glimpses from DeepVeer's Bengaluru reception

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Bengaluru's celebs wish the newly-weds.

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Delhi, which has gained infamy as one of the world's most polluted cities, has for some years now witnessed a sustained campaign from various quarters seeking a ban on firecrackers. While the Centre launched the newly approved, eco-friendly firecrackers earlier this month as a "safer and cheaper" alternative, the mood in the market is tepid, says Ritwik Sharma.

Cricket Buzz: Windies captain Holder banned

Cricket Buzz: Windies captain Holder banned

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

West Indies captain Jason Holder will miss the third and final Test against England after being banned by the International Cricket Council because of his team's slow over rate during the second match in Antigua.

How slow and steady India wins the race...

How slow and steady India wins the race...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

India maintained their status as the only unbeaten side left in this tournament.

#SummerTravel: 5 places in India that will inspire you

#SummerTravel: 5 places in India that will inspire you

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

Looking for travel inspiration as you plan your summer vacation? Here's help.

In Budget, Jaitley announces world's largest health protection plan

In Budget, Jaitley announces world's largest health protection plan

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The National Health Protection Scheme -- announced by the finance minister -- is aimed at benefiting 10 crore poor families by providing coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh per family per year.

Diageo, United Spirits chart 14 power brands' strategy

Diageo, United Spirits chart 14 power brands' strategy

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

According to various senior UB Group officials, the strategy of 14 power brands' focus is expected to be rolled out soon.

China hikes defence budget to $177.61 billion, three times that of India's

China hikes defence budget to $177.61 billion, three times that of India's

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Last year, the country's defence budget was $175 billion.

Soon, Chinese smokers will puff on Indian tobacco

Soon, Chinese smokers will puff on Indian tobacco

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

The revival of the phytosanitary protocol with China is expected to boost tobacco exports to China and prove economically beneficial to Indian farmers.

Malala 'heartbroken' over Trump's order on refugees

Malala 'heartbroken' over Trump's order on refugees

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

"I am heartbroken that today President Trump is closing the door on children, mothers and fathers fleeing violence and war," the 19-year-old Pakistani education activist, who survived a near-fatal attack by the Taliban, said in a Facebook post.

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

I'm all for freedom of choice, says Kohli following criticism

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

'Virat Kohli's statement is a reflection of the bubble that most famous people either slip into or are forced into'

Soccer Extras: Rapinoe wins Sports Illustrated's top prize

Soccer Extras: Rapinoe wins Sports Illustrated's top prize

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

Here's this week's collection of wacky and funny stories from around the world.