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Modi's longest Parliament speech pressed all the right buttons

Modi's longest Parliament speech pressed all the right buttons

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday slammed the opposition alliance INDIA as a collection of arrogant dynasties who will take India back by two centuries as he exuded confidence that people will bless the "garib ka beta" with a record-breaking mandate in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The Verge reported that James, who has previously said he would not pay for verification, had not paid to keep the checkmark.

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

WC PIX: Qatar on verge of elimination after loss to Senegal

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Images from the FIFA World Cup Group A match between Qatar and Senegal on Friday.

Centre remains on high-alert for new Covid variants

Centre remains on high-alert for new Covid variants

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

COVID-19 is on the verge of becoming endemic but Indian scientists are keeping a close watch on each new variant and the government would continue to maintain a high alert, Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya has said, underlining that the virus has managed to survive and is going to stay.

Classic example of Modi hatred: BJP on Sonia's Op-Ed

Classic example of Modi hatred: BJP on Sonia's Op-Ed

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

In her article, Sonia Gandhi underlined that the next few months will be a crucial test of India's democracy and that the country is at the crossroads with the Modi government bent on "misusing every power" and elections approaching in several key states.

Devendra Fadnavis may divorce me, Amruta told bookie

Devendra Fadnavis may divorce me, Amruta told bookie

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Amruta Fadnavis told the bookie that she will go through the cases and then talk to Devendra Fadnavis, who also holds the home portfolio.

Why Are Bollywood Marriages In Trouble These Days?

Why Are Bollywood Marriages In Trouble These Days?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

As new OTT release Bawaal tackles the lives of a terribly unhappy couple, and Satyaprem Ki Katha about a young wife with a tragic secret is a box-office success, here's pick of ten (out of a considerable number) of relatively recent films about troubled marriages.

If Modi was educated, he wouldn't have...: Kejriwal

If Modi was educated, he wouldn't have...: Kejriwal

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

"If there is a valid degree of Modi, why Gujarat University is not showing it," Kejriwal asked.

Aristotle Would Have Envied Ivan

Aristotle Would Have Envied Ivan

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'I think my first obsessive, possessive and only half-requited -- as we would joke -- 'love' was Ivan. I saw him first slouching down the corridor of St Stephen's College nearly 50 years ago and was instantly smitten (as was everyone else around him).'

West Zone on the verge of being crowned Duleep Trophy champs

West Zone on the verge of being crowned Duleep Trophy champs

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Reeling at 156 for six at stumps on the fourth and penultimate day, South Zone were staring at a heavy defeat

SC to set up 3-judge bench to hear girls' plea to take exams with hijab

SC to set up 3-judge bench to hear girls' plea to take exams with hijab

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday said it will set up a three-judge bench to hear a plea of Muslim girl students to sit for examinations in Karnataka government schools while wearing hijab.

Murray withdraws from Dubai C'ships with recurring injury

Murray withdraws from Dubai C'ships with recurring injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

'At my age and with some of the issues that I've got, I do have to be mindful of those things. I cannot just keep going until something happens.'

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

After registering a runner-up finish in the Qatar Open, Andy Murray set himself a target of registering 800 career wins.

Animal welfare board withdraws 'cow hug day' call on Feb 14

Animal welfare board withdraws 'cow hug day' call on Feb 14

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) on Friday said it has withdrawn the appeal to celebrate February 14 as 'Cow Hug Day' following directions from the government amid widespread criticism on social media.

Celebrate 'Cow Hug Day' on Feb 14: Animal Welfare Board

Celebrate 'Cow Hug Day' on Feb 14: Animal Welfare Board

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The notice further said hugging cows will bring "emotional richness" and increase "individual and collective happiness".

Lyon leads Australia to cusp of rare win in India

Lyon leads Australia to cusp of rare win in India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

It still left Australia in possession of a sizeable lead of 88 and Lyon wrecked India's top order before the home side could erase their deficit.

Indian Values Are Undergoing A Change

Indian Values Are Undergoing A Change

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

We are currently in a transition phase and its resultant turmoil as a titanic struggle between Indian and Western value systems is being waged, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'If NCP-BJP forms govt, will Shinde sing bhajans?'

'If NCP-BJP forms govt, will Shinde sing bhajans?'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

As reports of political parties swiftly switching loyalties -- to quench their thirst for power -- swirl over Maharashtra, Rediff.com speaks to different players involved in the game of thrones.

'Imran is the common enemy of US, China, Saudis'

'Imran is the common enemy of US, China, Saudis'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

'Nobody wants him to gain power.' 'But saying that all these players together conspired against Imran Khan and had him arrested would be in the realm of conjecture but possibilities cannot be ruled out.'

PIX: Australia succumb to India's spinners again!

PIX: Australia succumb to India's spinners again!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

Ravindra Jadeja led the demolition of Australia with the ball as India triumphed by six wickets inside three days in the second Test.

Aus Open: Murray rallies to down Kokkinakis in late-night epic

Aus Open: Murray rallies to down Kokkinakis in late-night epic

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

When Murray finally got the job done in what was his 250th Grand Slam match, the clock was just past 4.05am local time but a sizeable and vociferous crowd had remained glued to their seats inside the Margaret Court Arena.

Govt gets 33.44% Vodafone Idea pie post equity allocation

Govt gets 33.44% Vodafone Idea pie post equity allocation

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea on Tuesday approved the allotment of equity shares worth Rs 16,133 crore to the government, which post-allocation has become the largest shareholder with a 33.44 per cent stake in the company. The shares have been allocated to the government in lieu of conversion of interest dues arising from deferment of adjusted gross revenue and spectrum auction payments, the company said in a regulatory filing. "...it is hereby informed that the board of directors of the company has, at its meeting held today approved the allotment of 16,133,198,899 equity shares of face value of Rs 10 each at an issue price of Rs 10 per equity share aggregating to Rs 161,331,848,990 to the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management, Government of India," the filing said.

PIX: Real Madrid beat 10-man Chelsea; Milan down Napoli

PIX: Real Madrid beat 10-man Chelsea; Milan down Napoli

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

A tap-in by Karim Benzema and a powerful strike by substitute Marco Asensio earned European champions Real Madrid a 2-0 win over 10-man Chelsea.

Why cricketers must be guarded in what they say...

Why cricketers must be guarded in what they say...

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

Strauss said that with players of different nationalities and races now sharing dressing rooms more than ever, cricketers will have to be more guarded in what they say and do.

PIX: Ronaldo, Messi roll back the years in nine-goal thriller

PIX: Ronaldo, Messi roll back the years in nine-goal thriller

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi transported fans back in time to the heyday of their storied rivalry, as both forwards got on the scoresheet in an exhibition match in Riyadh on Thursday.

Cong leader booked for 'latka-jhatka' remark against Smriti Irani

Cong leader booked for 'latka-jhatka' remark against Smriti Irani

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Rai said that the terminology was part of the regional dialect and there was nothing obscene about it.

Tennis: Rublev upset, Murray enters semis in Doha

Tennis: Rublev upset, Murray enters semis in Doha

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

A round-up of all the tennis action from around the globe.

OTT This Week: Badla, Bhoots, Sex...

OTT This Week: Badla, Bhoots, Sex...

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Badla, bhoots and a barrage of detective dramas bombard the streaming platforms this week. Sukanya Verma lists everything you can see or skip.

Boland disembowels the West Indies in one over

Boland disembowels the West Indies in one over

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

The hosts then raced to 199-6 in 31 overs, effectively batting West Indies out of the contest, before declaring their second innings.

FIFA WC: Moriyasu to erase Jap pain from last WC

FIFA WC: Moriyasu to erase Jap pain from last WC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

But their inability to close out the game proved costly, allowing Belgium to claw their way back into contention with two goals in five minutes before Nacer Chadli's injury-time winner capped the most thrilling game of the 2018 finals.

G20 summit: Delhi civic body makes big plans to fight dengue

G20 summit: Delhi civic body makes big plans to fight dengue

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Municipal authorities have envisioned a comprehensive and pro-active plan to combat dengue this year with focussed fumigation at monument sites and markets in Delhi, which will host the G20 summit in September.

A Beginner's Guide To K-Drama

A Beginner's Guide To K-Drama

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

It's addictive. It's entertaining. It's gorgeous. Once bitten by the K-drama bug, there's no going back.

DDCA Ranji Mess: Selector stages walkout; questionable calls by coach

DDCA Ranji Mess: Selector stages walkout; questionable calls by coach

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

When DDCA secretary Verma was contacted, he said that there hasn't been any wrong selections.

How one childish mistake snatched victory from Brazil's grasp

How one childish mistake snatched victory from Brazil's grasp

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Brazil are going home empty handed after they suffered yet another heartbreaking World Cup exit to a European rival -- and the quarter-final defeat by Croatia will hurt as they let victory slip through their fingers just three minutes from the final whistle.

Moody's cuts India's growth projection to 7% for 2022

Moody's cuts India's growth projection to 7% for 2022

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Moody's on Friday slashed India's GDP growth projections for 2022 to 7 per cent from 7.7 per cent earlier as the global slowdown and rising domestic interest rates will dampen economic momentum. This is the second time that Moody's Investors Service has cut India's growth estimates. In September, it had cut projections for the current year to 7.7 per cent from 8.8 per cent estimated in May. "For India, the 2022 real GDP growth projections have been lowered to 7 per cent from 7.7 per cent.

'I was told Yash and Mumtaz were 'just friends.' That wasn't the truth!'

'I was told Yash and Mumtaz were 'just friends.' That wasn't the truth!'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

'Shah Rukh and I have a very good relationship.' 'When he is with you, he is completely yours, once he leaves the room, he doesn't know you.' Pamela Chopra discusses her life with her late husband Yash Chopra, and sons Aditya and Uday Chopra in an exclusive interview.

No one would want to face Pakistan now: Hayden

No one would want to face Pakistan now: Hayden

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Hayden reminded the players that they can be a real threat to other three teams remaining in the fray.

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey apologises amid mass layoffs under Elon Musk

Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey apologises amid mass layoffs under Elon Musk

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

While expressing his gratitude and love for every individual who has ever worked for Twitter, he added that he did not anticipate that sentiment to ever be reciprocated.

Musk threatens to name & shame advertisers who ditch Twitter, defends layoffs

Musk threatens to name & shame advertisers who ditch Twitter, defends layoffs

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

While replying to a user on Twitter, Elon Musk said, "Thank you. A thermonuclear name & shame is exactly what will happen if this continues."

Want a 'blue tick' on Twitter? Get ready to pay $20 a month

Want a 'blue tick' on Twitter? Get ready to pay $20 a month

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Under the current plan, verified users would have 90 days to subscribe or lose their blue checkmark.

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