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LIVE! Key scientist behind Mangalyaan appointed ISRO chief
Mumbai cops on the lookout for rumour mongers who spread 'riot' messages - 23:46 IST
Hooch kills 12 in Lucknow, 100 struggle for life - 22:41 IST
BJP slaps show cause notice on Sakshi Maharaj for controversial remarks - 22:29 IST
BJP to win 35 seats in Delhi, AAP may get 29: Opinion poll - 22:12 IST
Amid Centre's worry, censor won't let Dera chief's film release - 22:04 IST
Sirisena unveils cabinet, announces Lankan parliamentary polls in 100 days - 21:49 IST
Jadavpur University VC agrees to step down after Mamata intervenes - 21:22 IST
Prez free to sign ordinances ahead of Delhi polls: Election Commission - 21:10 IST
BOO: Goa minister proposes centres to 'treat' LGBT youth - 20:15 IST
One AirAsia black box retrieved, jet exploded as it hit water - 19:44 IST
National Conference rules out support to BJP, ready to back PDP - 19:33 IST
Emulate Vivekanand to make India a superpower: Rajnath tells youth - 19:02 IST
Modi wants to move rapidly to make things happen in India: John Kerry - 18:08 IST
Delhi to go to polls on Feb 7, counting on Feb 10 - 18:03 IST
Cantt board polls: BJP loses all 7 seats in Modi's constituency Varanasi - 17:47 IST
Burdwan blast: Key suspect arrested in Ranchi - 17:34 IST
Find the fountain of youth; get a million dollars - 17:33 IST
Elite dogs to guard Delhi when Obamas come visiting - 17:31 IST
John Kerry unhurt after minor accident in Ahmedabad - 17:10 IST
France did not want Netanyahu, Abbas at Paris rally - 16:31 IST
Don't write off Congress yet, says Sheila Dikshit - 16:17 IST
Tharoor to be questioned 'in next couple of days' - 16:08 IST
Mamata's key aide Mukul summoned by CBI - 15:49 IST
'Modi-Obama' kites a rage in Gujarat this Makar Sankranti - 15:43 IST
SC tells govt NRIs must be allowed to e-vote within 8 weeks - 15:03 IST
US, India have invested in bilateral relationship: Kerry - 14:55 IST
SC refers Italian marine Latorre's plea to another bench - 14:19 IST
Tolerance as a duty is a pre-requisite to making India - 14:16 IST
Students return to Peshawar school after deadly massacre - 14:05 IST
Cold wave continues in Kashmir; rain, snow likely in 24 hrs - 13:46 IST
'Goa govt will extend ban on Sri Ram Sene' - 13:28 IST
Panic spreads after crude bombs recovered from Delhi-bound train - 13:24 IST
Ancient achievements or state-supported pseudo-science? - 13:06 IST
Pak violates ceasefire in Jammu, targets four villages - 12:24 IST
For an India of blasphemers - 12:05 IST
Police launch manhunt for killers of witness in Asaram case - 11:47 IST
Like! This Magh Mela, reach out to sadhus on WhatsApp - 11:37 IST
'Padma awards never had any value right from the beginning' - 11:09 IST
Meenakshipuram, 33 years on: Muslims happy, Hindus not : A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com - 10:30 IST
Gardener arrested in south Delhi gangrape and murder case - 10:25 IST
Greenpeace activist says she was 'offloaded' at Delhi Airport - 09:29 IST
Paris attacks: London pays tribute, lights up in French tricolour - 08:46 IST
DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by - 08:07 IST

5 things to do to avoid getting laid off again - 18:48 IST
Lessons from Swami Vivekananda to inspire you - 18:47 IST
6 ways to manage money after a layoff - 18:47 IST
Because love knows no gender - 16:44 IST
Here they come, 2015: Top 5 supersport bikes - 16:26 IST
Festive recipes: Til ke Laddoo, Badaam Chikki, Anjeer Samosa - 15:39 IST
Erm... I think you forgot your pants! - 15:29 IST
Is your child ADDICTED to the Internet? - 14:31 IST

Finally, Air India records profit after long spell of losses - 21:27 IST
Indian economy needs $800 bn annually for 7% growth - 21:15 IST
As oil plummets, how much pain still looms for US energy firms? - 20:01 IST
Adani to invest Rs 20,000 cr in Gujarat ports in next 5 years - 19:43 IST
Modi's plan to make India an easy place for biz is too ambitious - 19:10 IST
Industrial production grows by 3.8% in November - 18:43 IST
Court allows Dabur's Pradip Burman to go abroad - 18:14 IST
Rupee rises 16 paise to 1-month high of 62.16 - 18:09 IST
The pathetic state of India's public sector enterprises - 18:07 IST
Chandigarh may be the first Indian smart city - 18:06 IST
Retail inflation eases to around 5.2% in December - 17:56 IST
D&B lists 3 reasons that dampened business spirits in Q1 - 17:26 IST
Kerry visits Ford's Gujarat plant - 16:52 IST
Govt clears 30 oil and gas discoveries for production: Minister - 16:49 IST
How to mint millions by developing apps - 16:37 IST
All-women bank set to have a pan India presence - 16:18 IST
Sensex ends 127 points higher; Nov IIP, Dec CPI eyed - 16:11 IST
Investments set to rise significantly in coming days: Jaitley - 16:03 IST
Infosys implements IT solutions for LA Care Health Plan - 15:48 IST
Govt defends pace of change, promises faster growth - 15:35 IST
Gold glitters on seasonal demand, global cues, up Rs 230 - 15:17 IST
JLR sales up 9% in 2014, eyes over half million units in 2015 - 15:02 IST
Govt to sell stake in more than 1 PSU by March-end: Jaitley - 13:47 IST
BSE to invest Rs 150 cr to set-up an international exchange - 13:33 IST
'Make in India' is good but implementation holds key - 13:26 IST
40 years ago...and now: Home buyers are young and demanding - 12:53 IST
A lot is riding on the upcoming Budget, govt will have to walk tightrope - 12:36 IST
Mobile wallet outshines credit cards - 12:34 IST
LIC likely to exit mutual fund JV with Nomura - 11:59 IST
Buying a property? Foreign investors prefer to shop online - 11:30 IST
2015 will be a tough year, Jaitley will have to wave a magic wand - 11:07 IST
Why are foreign fund houses exiting India? - 10:24 IST
Moto 360 will impress you despite a few glitches - 10:14 IST
How GST will benefit traders and manufacturers - 09:49 IST
Is a low Brent crude oil price good for India? - 09:36 IST
IndiGo lures grounded SpiceJet pilots - 09:26 IST
When taxman comes calling on your bonus - 09:16 IST
'Heavens won't fall if India's fiscal target is not met' - 08:55 IST
AAI moves court against Kingfisher Airlines to recover Rs 294-crore dues - 08:47 IST
Welcome Flatchat, forget brokers - 08:40 IST

'Kohli is someone whom Indian cricket can plan long-term with' - 21:12 IST
'Binny will prove his critics wrong at World Cup' - 19:27 IST
Kohli meets 'absolute legend' Federer! - 19:10 IST
Mindset has to change while selecting bowlers for overseas tours: Kumble - 18:26 IST
England off to winning start Down Under - 17:15 IST
Bravo, Pollard omissions ridiculous: Gayle - 16:52 IST
Ind-Pak World Cup clash to be most watched match in history - 16:29 IST
'India's bowlers lack mental toughness; there is a bit of immaturity' - 14:56 IST
Black Cap Williamson out with shoulder injury - 14:19 IST
The Rediff Report Card: Who impressed, who failed in Australia - 14:04 IST
Beware of honey traps! New Zealand cricketers cautioned - 12:24 IST
Du Plessis heroics in vain as West Indies win run-fest - 01:50 IST
Pietersen issue could have been handled differently: Broad - 00:05 IST

Messi says he "doesn't know" where he will be next year - 22:10 IST
Magical goal sees Iraq beat Jordan 1-0 at Asian Cup - 19:29 IST
Van Gaal no closer to title challenge than Moyes was - 18:50 IST
Schalke sign Man city defender Nastasic on loan - 16:17 IST
When tennis legend Paes talks on motivation, please note! - 15:01 IST
Asian Cup: Holders Japan crush newcomer Palestine - 14:46 IST
Injured Wozniacki pulls out of Sydney opener - 12:44 IST
He runs 147 km non-stop in a day! - 12:30 IST
Man United's agony: 6 strikers and not a single shot on goal! - 09:52 IST
Guess what Wenger did before he became Arsenal manager? - 09:09 IST
Ronaldo faces no competition in winning 'Salon d'Or' award - 08:37 IST
La Liga: Barca beat Atletico; close on leaders Real - 08:24 IST
Serie A: Totti brace gives Roma draw against Lazio - 07:41 IST
Bengaluru FC bag maiden Federation Cup title - 06:46 IST
Saints sub Tadic sinks United, Arsenal cruise - 01:27 IST

Golden Globes 2015: Catherine Zeta Jones, George Clooney-Amal on the Red Carpet - 16:23 IST
Golden Globes 2015: Julianne Moore, Michael Keaton win - 16:23 IST
Something for everyone at the Golden Globes 2015 - 15:24 IST
PIX: Jacqueline, Deepika, Hrithik at the Star Guild awards - 15:03 IST
Box Office: Poor opening for Tevar - 14:48 IST
Hrithik Roshan parties with Priyanka, Parineeti - 14:14 IST
Golden Globes 2015: The Top 10 Moments - 14:12 IST
Why every parent must watch Boyhood - 13:30 IST
HOT, SEXY, QUIRKY: Vote for your FAVE Golden Globes styles - 12:13 IST
Inside the Star Guild Awards: Priyanka, Alia perform - 12:01 IST
Liked Globe hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler? VOTE! - 11:41 IST
Kate Hudson, Jen Aniston: SEXIEST backs at Golden Globes 2015 - 11:31 IST
No Aamir Khan release in 2015? - 10:54 IST
Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this Pongal - 08:42 IST
Know which film this is? Solve this Golden Globes puzzle! - 08:34 IST

How to mint millions by developing apps - 16:37 IST
PIX: Jacqueline, Deepika, Hrithik at the Star Guild awards - 15:03 IST
JLR sales up 9% in 2014, eyes over half million units in 2015 - 15:02 IST
40 years ago...and now: Home buyers are young and demanding - 12:53 IST
Moto 360 will impress you despite a few glitches - 10:14 IST
Welcome Flatchat, forget brokers - 08:40 IST

: For an India of blasphemers
Rajni Bakshi: Tolerance as a duty is a pre-requisite to making India
Sukumar Mukhopadhyay: How GST will benefit traders and manufacturers
Raja Sen: Something for everyone at the Golden Globes 2015
Aseem Chhabra: Why every parent must watch Boyhood

Meenakshipuram, 33 years on: Muslims happy, Hindus not
Is a low Brent crude oil price good for India?
He runs 147 km non-stop in a day!
The Rediff Report Card: Who impressed, who failed in Australia

Don't write off Congress yet, says Sheila Dikshit