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Check out Kohli and Paine's war of words on Day 3

Check out Kohli and Paine's war of words on Day 3

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

Tensions flared-up towards the end of Day 3 on Sunday with none other than the two captains, Virat Kohli and Tim Paine, exchanging verbal volleys.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

It's boom time in Kolkata

It's boom time in Kolkata

Rediff.com24 Jul 2004

With $7.5 billion in gross sales, Amazon is India's No 1 e-tailer

With $7.5 billion in gross sales, Amazon is India's No 1 e-tailer

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

The report, however, did not include sales of Flipkart's subsidiaries Myntra and Jabong.

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

'Wearable' outfits for the 'fashion-conscious' modern man.

PICS: 10 great train journeys the world can't resist

PICS: 10 great train journeys the world can't resist

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Pssst, India's Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is listed among these great rail journeys.

French Open PIX: Federer survives, Nadal, Djokovic march into 4th round

French Open PIX: Federer survives, Nadal, Djokovic march into 4th round

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

Images from Day 7 of the 2021 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Saturday.

Steyn takes a dig at Aussies over ball tampering charge

Steyn takes a dig at Aussies over ball tampering charge

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

South Africa pace spearhead Dale Steyn has not allowed a series-ending injury to prevent him from backing his captain Faf du Plessis over allegations of ball tampering, suggesting Australia are using the incident as an excuse for losing. Du Plessis was charged with ball tampering on Friday after Australian television pictures showed him applying saliva to the ball with a sweet in his mouth during the second test, which South Africa won to clinch the series with a match to spare. The International Cricket Council (ICC) could ban Du Plessis from one test match if he is found guilty, putting him in doubt for next week's third test in Adelaide.

Cyclone bypasses Indian coastline; heavy rains expected in Tamil Nadu

Cyclone bypasses Indian coastline; heavy rains expected in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Heavy to very heavy rainfall was expected over north Coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry in the next 24 hours.

This tiny Gujarat village has over Rs 1000 cr in NRI deposits

This tiny Gujarat village has over Rs 1000 cr in NRI deposits

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Rich flow of funds has made Dharmaj one of the richest and most literate villages not only in the state but across the country

Twitter @10: Milestones and big challenges ahead

Twitter @10: Milestones and big challenges ahead

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Twitter's user base grew by only five million in 2015.

Islamic State threatens New York in new video

Islamic State threatens New York in new video

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

The slick clip features shots of yellow taxis and crowds in Times Square and Herald Square in Manhattan, with vibrant French music playing in the background -- a nod to the Paris terror attacks on Friday.

Tokyo Olympics preparations on track

Tokyo Olympics preparations on track

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Tokyo has mostly delivered on that hope, despite some early teething problems.

Avoid hike in price, pick up your dream 2-wheeler now!

Avoid hike in price, pick up your dream 2-wheeler now!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

Two-wheeler prices are likely to rise by 10-25 per cent on account of higher premiums on insurance and commodity prices, mandatory safety regulations and BS-VI emissions that kick in from April 1, 2020.

How plus-size model Ashley Graham stays fit!

How plus-size model Ashley Graham stays fit!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Get your weekly dose on the goings-on in the fashion and entertainment industry.

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Five talking points from the weekend's EPL

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Here are five talking points from the weekend's Premier League action:

Lockdown: Mumbai's spirit seems firmly bottled in

Lockdown: Mumbai's spirit seems firmly bottled in

Rediff.com28 Mar 2020

In this lockdown, no matter how many similarities the memory dredges up from past events and associations, there is one thing that has no precedent: The isolation that it has imposed on people, reports Arundhuti Dasgupta.

'Ban on Chinese imports will cripple economy'

'Ban on Chinese imports will cripple economy'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'The ban on Chinese imports is a suicidal step.' 'This will result not only in economic depression, but in a chaotic situation.'

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

It doesn't lack in practicality, affordability and drivability and even comes with interiors that are appealing

The Honda Civic is back, bigger and better than before

The Honda Civic is back, bigger and better than before

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

The radical styling that consists of 17-inch diamond-cut wheel rims and a chrome grill that comes with a sleek coupe-inspired profile -- the kind you'd expect to see in an Acura or a Lexus sports car -- make the Civic one of the best-looking cars on the road today irrespective of price.

Superluxury manufacturers feel the pinch of slowdown

Superluxury manufacturers feel the pinch of slowdown

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

From auto to watches, the mood is sombre due to the alarming state of the Indian economy and value erosion in stock market capitalisation.

Du Plessis guilty of ball-tampering, cleared to play

Du Plessis guilty of ball-tampering, cleared to play

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis was cleared to play the third and final Test against Australia after a hearing by the International Cricket Council in Adelaide, on Tuesday.

'Never were officers or airmen disrespectful'

'Never were officers or airmen disrespectful'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

'Those 10 years in the IAF has made me what I am today.'

Vijay Hazare: Dhoni wins hearts but Bengal win semis

Vijay Hazare: Dhoni wins hearts but Bengal win semis

Rediff.com18 Mar 2017

Mahendra Singh Dhoni enthralled one and all with some breathtaking sixes but a young Bengal side put up a spirited display to beat Jharkhand by 41 runs and enter the Vijay Hazare final in Ranchi, on Saturday.

The assault of the boots

The assault of the boots

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

'Closets brimmed and overflowed.' 'The dining cabinet was emptied to stock footwear.' 'They were thrust into bookshelves still in their wrapping.' 'It was like a boot plague for which there was no antidote,' says Kishore Singh.

La Liga: Neymar shines as Barcelona down Real Madrid in 'Clasico'

La Liga: Neymar shines as Barcelona down Real Madrid in 'Clasico'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2013

Neymar stole the show from the likes of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale when the Brazilian's strike set Barcelona on the way to a 2-1 win over Real Madrid in Saturday's 'Clasico' at the Nou Camp.

Sixth-generation BMW M5 is monster of a car

Sixth-generation BMW M5 is monster of a car

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

'With 600 horses under the hood, the M5 that comes in a four-wheel drive avatar has historically been a track car, which means it's not going to be at its spirited best on city streets.' 'But this version, which is the sixth generation, has bits and bobs that do try to make it more compatible for everyday commuting,' says Pavan Lall.

Understated Nadal hits top gear

Understated Nadal hits top gear

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Pummelling the ball with such force that it appeared distorted into an oval shape at times, the nine-times French Open champion was able to toy with his opponent until ready to finish him off.

'I thought I was going to die in two minutes'

'I thought I was going to die in two minutes'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

'The Naxals started firing indiscriminately.' 'The whole jungle echoed with the sound of bullets.' 'The only thing I heard from that side was 'Chhodna kisi ko nahi (don't let anyone escape)'.'

IAF displays strength at dress rehearsal for 83rd Air Force Day

IAF displays strength at dress rehearsal for 83rd Air Force Day

Rediff.com7 Oct 2015

The Indian Air Force put its might on display at the full dress rehearsal on Tuesday, ahead of the 83rd Air Force Day on October 8, at the Hindon air base in Ghaziabad.

BJP takes potshots at Rahul for wearing jacket worth Rs 70,000

BJP takes potshots at Rahul for wearing jacket worth Rs 70,000

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

A belated comeback to Rahul Gandhi's 'suit boot' jibe over Modi's infamous monogrammed suit.

How life in Mumbai was brought to a halt

How life in Mumbai was brought to a halt

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Mumbaikars searched for ways to get out of the many traffic snarls, reports Rediff.com's Hemant Waje who was caught in the traffic blockade for hours during Wednesday's Maharashtra bandh.

Audubon photography awards show breathtaking beauty of birds

Audubon photography awards show breathtaking beauty of birds

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

It's another year of beautiful birds for the Audubon Photography awards. The Grand Prize went to Kathrin Swoboda for her photo of a Red-winged Blackbird. The National Audubon Society is an American non-profit environmental organisation dedicated to conservation. It protects birds and their habitats throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation. See all of the winners below, and if you are still craving more avian photography.

Japan poised to win India's bullet train deal

Japan poised to win India's bullet train deal

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Japan will offer more than $8.11 billion in loans to construct India's high speed rail network.

6 most admired business leaders

6 most admired business leaders

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Elon Musk is one of the world's most successful entrepreneurs.

Want to wear a dhoti?

Want to wear a dhoti?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

Wearing a dhoti isn't something you can learn with some sleight of hand, says Kishore Singh.

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd retires from politics

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd retires from politics

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

In a surprise move, Australia's former prime minister Kevin Rudd on Wednesday retired from politics saying "it really is time for me to zip", months after being dethroned by conservative leader Tony Abbott.

PIX: Different French Open, same start for Nadal

PIX: Different French Open, same start for Nadal

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

Images from Monday's action at the French Open.

Spunky, little fella!

Spunky, little fella!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Questions, compliments and curiosity -- three keywords in the story that defines the Honda Navi

Wanted: Vision 20:20, not myopia

Wanted: Vision 20:20, not myopia

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

'The government may backpedal for now to stave off bad international press and diplomatic demarches, but that it will go ahead with putting religion at the centre of citizenship rules is certain.' 'For it is convinced that this is the magic bullet that will ensure its return to power in 2024,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.