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Will the IAF not get its Rafales?

Will the IAF not get its Rafales?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

With the Rafale fighter deal stuck over price negotiations, can the prime minister step in and find a way out for both countries?

SAI won't pay Oltmans, Walsh during Hockey India League, says Batra

SAI won't pay Oltmans, Walsh during Hockey India League, says Batra

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

Roelant Oltmans and Terry Walsh's participation as coaches in the upcoming Hockey India League is finally over after HI secretary general Narinder Batra said that the duo will not get paid by the government body during the one-month period of the franchise-based league.

'Gujarat govt showed it is very good at disaster management'

'Gujarat govt showed it is very good at disaster management'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

For the BJP unit in Uttarakhand, Narendra Modi's rescue mission has come as a shot in the arm. The manner in which the entire operation was planned and executed should be applied as a role model for other states, the party says

After idlis, Jaya now sells 'Amma Mineral Water'

After idlis, Jaya now sells 'Amma Mineral Water'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

In a bid to ensure quality and affordable drinking water to the poor and middle class people, the Jayalalithaa government in Tamil Nadu is set to launch nine 'Amma Mineral Water' production units across the state that would offer one litre bottle priced at Rs 10.

India finish 6th in World League Final after late loss to Belgium

India finish 6th in World League Final after late loss to Belgium

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

Hosts India blew away a goal lead and conceded two late goals to go down 1-2 against Belgium to finish sixth in the Hero Hockey World League Final on a chilly evening at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, in New Delhi on Saturday.

US immigration bill to reduce deficit by $175 bn in 10 years

US immigration bill to reduce deficit by $175 bn in 10 years

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

It would increase economic growth for years to come.

Textiles: MFA a boon or bane?

Textiles: MFA a boon or bane?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2004

MFA is an agreement through which a particular country is restricted to export its textile products beyond a certain level to European and US markets.

'Beta, you are a beautiful girl trapped in a fat body'

'Beta, you are a beautiful girl trapped in a fat body'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com speaks to aspiring plus size models who, for the first time, will walk at Lakme Fashion Week.

Review: Fault In Our Stars is obsessed with making you cry

Review: Fault In Our Stars is obsessed with making you cry

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

The Fault In Our Stars exists merely for the purpose of being soppy and pleasing the already existent fan base, writes Paloma Sharma.

New drug policy welcome move: Pharma companies

New drug policy welcome move: Pharma companies

Rediff.com20 May 2013

Last week, the Department of Pharmaceuticals had notified the Drugs (Prices Control) Order 2013 under which prices of 348 medicines in the National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) have been brought.

Indian bowlers struggle as Derbyshire pile up 326/5

Indian bowlers struggle as Derbyshire pile up 326/5

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

India yet again produced a listless bowling performance as Derbyshire piled up 326 for five at stumps of the first day of their second tour game ahead of five-match Test series against England.

8 credit mistakes that you must avoid

8 credit mistakes that you must avoid

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

Paying just minimum amount due? Closed your oldest credit card? Have never accessed your CIBIL report? You could be in trouble :(

Renault Lodgy: A spacious MPV that offers a great ride

Renault Lodgy: A spacious MPV that offers a great ride

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The Lodgy feels easy to drive, more like a sedan than an MPV.

Courting controversy: Facebook's 'confession pages'

Courting controversy: Facebook's 'confession pages'

Rediff.com9 May 2013

It remains to be seen whether this latest trend in social media is a boon or a bane, says Paloma Sharma.

KISS - A boon for Orissa's tribal kids

KISS - A boon for Orissa's tribal kids

Rediff.com4 Sep 2007

The school's academic record can be gauged from the fact that 90 per cent of its students clear Class 12 and one even topped last year's National Children's Science Congress.

5 tips to make the most of this online shopping festival

5 tips to make the most of this online shopping festival

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

If you are raring to go this festive season, here are a few tried and tested tips to help you avoid online shopping pitfalls.

Calcutta HC raps Bengal govt on tobacco tax

Calcutta HC raps Bengal govt on tobacco tax

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday indirectly criticised the West Bengal government's decision yesterday to levy a 10 per cent tax on tobacco products to assuage the growing anger of agents and depositors of the Saradha group.

Still in college? 10 ways to make yourself employable!

Still in college? 10 ways to make yourself employable!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

How do you stand out in a crowd? Read this!

Goalkeepers untroubled at the World Cup

Goalkeepers untroubled at the World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jul 2010

The standard of goalkeeping at the World Cup can be summed up by the fact that the most memorable save of the tournament was made by a centre forward.

A rate cut by RBI in May is likely

A rate cut by RBI in May is likely

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Declining price of vegetables pulled down inflation to over three-year low of 5.96 per cent in March, core inflation moderated to 3.5 per cent and food price inflation also eased to 8.2 per cent, which is likely to prompt the RBI to consider a rate cut in its annual monetary policy next month.

A boon for the rural jobless

A boon for the rural jobless

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act promises at least one person from every rural household a minimum of 100 days of work in a year, at Rs 80 per 7-hour work day.

Stocks, gold, FDs or MFs: Which will get you the highest returns?

Stocks, gold, FDs or MFs: Which will get you the highest returns?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Equity investments are fruitful over the very long 20-year term.

The pain and gain from fall in crude prices

The pain and gain from fall in crude prices

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

The sharp fall in oil price is positive for oil marketers as subsidy concerns reduce further.

Microfinance: A boon for slum-dwellers

Microfinance: A boon for slum-dwellers

Rediff.com13 Jul 2007

The Maxwealth Trust provides around Rs 6000 to each individual, which is repayable at Rs 125 a week.

Thomas Cup: Saina and Co rout Canada, Malaysia drub men's team

Thomas Cup: Saina and Co rout Canada, Malaysia drub men's team

Rediff.com18 May 2014

Saina Nehwal guided the Indian women's team to a crushing 5-0 win over Canada to launch their Uber Cup campaign in style but their men's counterpart came a cropper against former champions Malaysia as they suffered a crushing 1-4 defeat in Thomas Cup in New Delhi.

Akhilesh wins the BIG jackpot that eluded Mayawati

Akhilesh wins the BIG jackpot that eluded Mayawati

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The presidential election has really come as a boon to the four-month-old Akhilesh Yadav government in Uttar Pradesh, which received a largesse of nearly Rs 80,000 crore from the Centre on Wednesday.

RTI is a great boon for citizens of India

RTI is a great boon for citizens of India

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

A consistent use of RTI will bring about a positive change.

It's your choice: Skoda Superb or Ford Endeavour

It's your choice: Skoda Superb or Ford Endeavour

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

If you don't mind working over weekends and like being in a two-piece suit all day long, pick the Superb. And if you have a penchant for exploring places over the weekend, look no further than the Endeavour which can also carry your gang.

A wish-list for Indian cricket in 2016

A wish-list for Indian cricket in 2016

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

More runs from Virat Kohli. India winning the World T20 at home. A controversy-free IPL and more is what Harish Kotian/Rediff.com wants this year.

'I am a bit foolhardy and that's what holds me in good stead'

'I am a bit foolhardy and that's what holds me in good stead'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Meet Randeep Hooda, the man with a great sense of humour, an actor who loves his craft, an animal lover and, over and above all that, a Jat lad in touch with his roots...

I am playing the best snooker of my life: Advani

I am playing the best snooker of my life: Advani

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

Eight-time world champion Pankaj Advani says he is playing the best snooker of his life on the Pro circuit and now wants to pass on his vast experience to the new generation of Indian cueists who aspire to compete at the highest level.

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

IIT student creates fabric that changes colour

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

Muksit Ahamed, an M.Tech Student of IIT Delhi, has created a textile that can completely change its colour to match the background.

IAS topper: 'I want to fight corruption'

IAS topper: 'I want to fight corruption'

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Meet Jasmeet Singh Sandhu who ranked third in the Union Public Service Commission exam this year.

Will duty hike encourage gold smuggling?

Will duty hike encourage gold smuggling?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

NSEL, has up to Rs 500 crore (Rs 5 billion) daily turnover in e-golds.

Etihad likely to finalise deal with Jet on Jan 25

Etihad likely to finalise deal with Jet on Jan 25

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

The West Asian carrier could pay up to $330 mn for a 24% stake in Jet, say sources.

De Villiers suspended for two ODIs for slow over rate

De Villiers suspended for two ODIs for slow over rate

Rediff.com20 Jan 2013

South Africa captain AB de Villiers has been suspended for two ODIs while his teammates have been fined 100 per cent of their match fees for maintaining a slow over rate during their one-wicket defeat against New Zealand in the first ODI in Paarl.

IN PHOTOS: The amazing Pallava legacy

IN PHOTOS: The amazing Pallava legacy

Rediff.com29 Dec 2012

Rediff reader Sharda Crishna writes about her travel to Mamallapuram.

A manifesto for the aam aadmi

A manifesto for the aam aadmi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

The idea is to make unexceptionable broad promises so as to have the maximum freedom to devise policies if and when the opportunity arises, says Subir Roy.

Kingfisher denies report of stake sale to Etihad

Kingfisher denies report of stake sale to Etihad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Kingfisher is in discussion with various investors, including Etihad, for equity investments in the company, but matters are merely at negotiation stages, it said in a statement to the stock exchange.

Can Team India continue winning momentum?

Can Team India continue winning momentum?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2014

Seeking to continue their winning momentum and take an unassailable 2-0 lead, India were dealt a blow ahead of the third one-dayer against England at Trent Bridge on Saturday as opener Rohit Sharma was ruled out of the remainder of the tour because of injury.