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Trump's Taj goes bust

Trump's Taj goes bust

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The casino, the last of the Atlantic City casinos bearing Donald Trump's name, will close in September.

In a first, all-women AI crew fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

In a first, all-women AI crew fly from San Francisco to Bengaluru

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Hardeep Singh Puri tweeted, "Way to go girls! Professional, qualified & confident, the all women cockpit crew takes off from San Francisco to Bengaluru on @airindiain's flight to fly over the North Pole.Our Nari Shakti achieves a historic first."

Afghan crisis: 146 Indians evacuated to Doha brought back

Afghan crisis: 146 Indians evacuated to Doha brought back

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

People familiar with the development said the Indians were flown back to Delhi as part of India's mission to evacuate its citizens and Afghan partners from Kabul following its takeover by the Taliban over a week back.

India 'somewhat shaky' in punishing Russia: Biden

India 'somewhat shaky' in punishing Russia: Biden

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Referring to how unified Washington Allies have been in isolating President Putin, Biden stated, "...The Quad is, with the possible exception of India being somewhat shaky on some of this, but Japan has been extremely strong -- so has Australia -- in terms of dealing with Putin's aggression."

US woman tests Covid positive mid-flight, isolates for 5 hrs in toilet

US woman tests Covid positive mid-flight, isolates for 5 hrs in toilet

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Marisa Fotieo, a teacher from Michigan, said her throat began to hurt halfway through the trip on December 19 so she went to the bathroom to perform a rapid Covid test which confirmed she was infected, WABC-TV reported.

Biden allays Americans' concerns over nuclear war after Russian actions

Biden allays Americans' concerns over nuclear war after Russian actions

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

In response to a question about whether US citizens should be concerned about a nuclear war breaking out, Biden said "no."

Jaishankar to attend meeting of SCO foreign ministers in Russia

Jaishankar to attend meeting of SCO foreign ministers in Russia

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

"The external affairs minister will be visiting Moscow to attend the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers' meeting which is scheduled on September 10," spokesperson in the Ministry of External Affairs Anurag Srivstava said at an online media briefing.

Russia's Ukraine attack: It is a tightrope walk for India, say ex-envoys

Russia's Ukraine attack: It is a tightrope walk for India, say ex-envoys

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

India should watch the emergence of the situation and then see how others react, he said adding that Russia has stood by India in very difficult times.

Dive into the world's first sky pool!

Dive into the world's first sky pool!

Rediff.com21 May 2021

If you are all in for thrills, London has a new offering: A pool positioned nearly 115 feet in the air. Welcome to The Sky Pool -- a 82-foot (25-metre) transparent swimming pool stretched between the 10th stories of two residential skyscrapers in southwest London's Nine Elms neighbourhood -- and it's only open to the apartment complex's lucky residents. Here's at how amazing it looks!

Funding may dry up for next 12-18 months: Unacademy CEO tells employees

Funding may dry up for next 12-18 months: Unacademy CEO tells employees

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Unacademy may see a funding dry spell for at least next 12-18 months and even last till 24 months and will cut costs to weather the lean period, said the chief executive of the education technology unicorn that recently laid off more than 600 employees. "This is a test for all of us. We must learn to work under constraints and focus on profitability at all costs. We must survive the winter," said Unacademy's co-founder and CEO Gaurav Munjal in a letter to the employees. "Winter is here. We are looking at a time when the funding will dry up for at least 12-18 months.

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

If you are serious about countering the Chinese threat, then the best weapon is investing in real freedom, plurality, elections and democracy. Unfortunately, it isn't an approach all Indians currently seem to agree on, asserts Shyam G Menon.

India has excellent diplomatic service, they know what to do: German envoy

India has excellent diplomatic service, they know what to do: German envoy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Putin's idea was to attack his neighbouring country, he has to stop and then only we can find a solution, said the German ambassador.

Carlyle deal: SAT allows PNB Housing Fin to hold EGM

Carlyle deal: SAT allows PNB Housing Fin to hold EGM

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Setting aside Sebi's direction, the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on Monday allowed PNB Housing Finance to go ahead with the shareholders' meeting on Tuesday to consider the proposed Rs 4,000 crore-investment by private equity firm Carlyle and others in the mortgage firm. However, results of the shareholders' voting will not be disclosed till further directions from the tribunal. The ruling comes hours after PNB Housing Finance informed stock exchanges that it has appealed against Sebi's direction on June 18 wherein it was asked to defer consideration of the proposed capital infusion proposal till a valuation of the company's shares is done by a registered independent valuer.

US, Russia call Jaishankar over UNSC vote, all eyes on India

US, Russia call Jaishankar over UNSC vote, all eyes on India

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The UN Security Council is scheduled to vote on Friday evening on a draft resolution on Russia's military operation in Ukraine as well as the escalating situation in the eastern European country.

Jan to Sep VC investments down nearly 17% YoY to $6.5 billion

Jan to Sep VC investments down nearly 17% YoY to $6.5 billion

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Education topped the table with nearly $1.755 billion as against $379 million last year, followed by real estate which received $754 million.

Modi ensuring every citizen's is evacuated safely from Afghanistan: MoS defence

Modi ensuring every citizen's is evacuated safely from Afghanistan: MoS defence

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

"Not only this, but we also helped the citizens of our neighbouring countries to return to their country when the COVID-19 pandemic had struck, irrespective of caste, religion, class, area etc," said minister of state for defence Ajay Bhatt.

India calls for end to violence, says honest dialogue can bridge differences

India calls for end to violence, says honest dialogue can bridge differences

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

India has said that it was deeply concerned over the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and reiterated its call for immediate cessation of violence and end to hostilities.

Trump to make Mar-a-Lago estate his permanent home after leaving WH

Trump to make Mar-a-Lago estate his permanent home after leaving WH

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Trump has spent a significant amount of time at Mar-a-Lago, dubbed the "Winter White House", throughout his four-year presidency.

Last US troops to leave Afghanistan's Bagram airbase today

Last US troops to leave Afghanistan's Bagram airbase today

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

As the United States prepares to withdraw its troops from the conflict-torn country under President Joe Biden's order to end America's 'forever war', the full withdrawal of US troops from the country is expected very soon.

Ukraine crisis: Russia claims troop pullback as world watches

Ukraine crisis: Russia claims troop pullback as world watches

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

A convoy with military equipment of the Russian southern military district units crossed the Crimean bridge on the way to the places of permanent deployment following the planned drills in Crimea, the Russian defence ministry said on Wednesday.

Why are govts out to de-fang FAANG?

Why are govts out to de-fang FAANG?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

So far, there seems to be limited debate about their activities in India, where virtually all FAANG companies have teamed up in different ways with India's most powerful businessman, observes T N Ninan.

Nasper-backed PayU in talks to acquire BillDesk for up to $4 billion

Nasper-backed PayU in talks to acquire BillDesk for up to $4 billion

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Nasper-backed fintech firm PayU has started talks to acquire domestic payment gateway major BillDesk, and the deal size could be in the range of $3-4 billion, sources in the know said. "BillDesk has been open to being acquired for some time now, but in the past the valuations that the company was seeking proved to be a hurdle," said a source. "Three years ago too, PayU had approached BillDesk for an acquisition, but things didn't go ahead due to high valuations. "BillDesk had asked for $2-billion value then," said the source.

Byju's brings two-teacher feature to online tutoring

Byju's brings two-teacher feature to online tutoring

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Edtech major Byju's on Thursday introduced a new 'two-teacher' feature for its after-school online tutoring programme - Byju's Classes, a move aimed at delivering better learning experiences and outcomes. The two-teacher advantage offering - which will be available as a separate offering at about Rs 2,500 per month - will see students being taught by one expert teacher who uses strong visuals and storytelling to explain topics in-depth to ensure conceptual clarity. The second teacher will solve instant doubts, paying individual attention and making the sessions interactive and engaging.

Post-vax row settlement, Modi, Johnson talk trade, vaccine certification

Post-vax row settlement, Modi, Johnson talk trade, vaccine certification

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi spoke over phone on Monday during which they took stock of India-UK trade and defence talks, opening up of international travel between the two countries and climate action targets in the lead up to the COP26 summit, Downing Street said.

China's next: 'Polar Silk Road' close to North Pole

China's next: 'Polar Silk Road' close to North Pole

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

As the ice-covered parts of the Arctic Ocean melt due to climate change, China has flagged its interest to take part in building 'Polar Silk Road', raising prospects for the emergence of a new sea route.

'Madman, racist, sexist pig': Obama's thoughts on Trump

'Madman, racist, sexist pig': Obama's thoughts on Trump

Rediff.com21 May 2021

The remarks are reported in Battle for the Soul: Inside the Democrats' Campaigns to Defeat Donald Trump, by Edward-Isaac Dovere, a staff writer at the Atlantic magazine, which will be published next week.

Hundreds stranded on burning ferry adrift in Adriatic

Hundreds stranded on burning ferry adrift in Adriatic

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

A major rescue operation is underway in the Adriatic Sea to airlift passengers stranded in a burning Italian-flagged ferry, the Norman Atlantic.

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail picks 25.8% pie in Dunzo

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Retail picks 25.8% pie in Dunzo

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Reliance Retail has bought a 25.8 per cent stake in Dunzo, India's leading quick commerce player, for $200 million (around Rs 1,488 crore) as it looks to expand its presence in online grocery delivery business. Dunzo has raised $240 million (about Rs 1,787 crore) in its latest funding round that was led by Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) - the retail arm of Reliance Industries, the two firms said in a statement. Existing investors Lightbox, Lightrock, 3L Capital and Alteria Capital also participated in the funding round.

China, Russia and Pak envoys meet Taliban officials on govt formation

China, Russia and Pak envoys meet Taliban officials on govt formation

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Special envoys of China, Russia and Pakistan have met the top officials of the Taliban's interim government as well as Afghan leaders Hamid Karzai and Abdullah Abdullah in Kabul and discussed the formation of an inclusive government, combating terrorism and humanitarian situation, a top Chinese official said on Wednesday.

No other military could do what US did in Afghanistan: Defence secy

No other military could do what US did in Afghanistan: Defence secy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

'No other military in the world could accomplish what we and our allies and partners did in such a short span of time. That is a testament not only to our forces' capabilities and courage but also to our relationships and the capabilities of our allies and partners,' Austin said in a statement at the conclusion of the American mission in Afghanistan.

COVID is a blessing for Edtech firms as they see massive jump in VC fund

COVID is a blessing for Edtech firms as they see massive jump in VC fund

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Venture Intelligence data shows that during January to July 2020, investors infused $998 million in 31 deals. The total number of deals reported in 2019 was 42 worth $404 million.

Irma devastates Caribbean islands, Florida braces for 'most powerful storm'

Irma devastates Caribbean islands, Florida braces for 'most powerful storm'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Three deaths have been reported and there are fears of more fatalities.

Reliance Retail raises Rs 7,350 crore from 2 investors

Reliance Retail raises Rs 7,350 crore from 2 investors

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Ltd on Friday announced to raise Rs 7,350 crore from two investors -- Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC and Global alternative asset firm TPG -- by selling a stake in group's retail arm.

Vikrant: A Giant Leap For Indian Navy

Vikrant: A Giant Leap For Indian Navy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

The Indian Navy has a big role to play in support of our strategic objectives in the Indian Ocean. The increasing Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean is a matter of concern and need to be factored. Hence, the requirement of an Aircraft Carrier is a foregone conclusion, asserts Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

India bans all UK flights till Dec 31 fearing new Covid strain

India bans all UK flights till Dec 31 fearing new Covid strain

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

A number of countries like Canada, Turkey, Belgium, Italy and Israel have banned flights from the UK as the British government warned that the potent new strain of the virus was "out of control" and imposed a stringent new stay-at-home lockdown from Sunday.

China wants 'all parties to guide Taliban actively'

China wants 'all parties to guide Taliban actively'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, during his telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday, discussed the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan amidst chaotic airlifts of Afghan civilians and diplomats by the US and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation countries before the August 31 deadline.

'How's Asha?'

'How's Asha?'

Rediff.com7 May 2016

What did Narendra Modi tell former Utah governor Jon M Huntsman when he met him? Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com reports from Washington, DC.

Mala, Helen, Nargis: How are cyclones named?

Mala, Helen, Nargis: How are cyclones named?

Rediff.com3 May 2019

The World Meteorological Organisation/Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Panel on Tropical Cyclones, at its twenty-seventh session held in 2000 in Muscat, Oman, agreed to assign names to the tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea.

Jio's game plan: Make India '2G-mukt' and '5G-yukt'

Jio's game plan: Make India '2G-mukt' and '5G-yukt'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Reliance Jio, together with partners, has tested its 5G solutions in India, successfully demonstrating speeds of over 1 GBPS, and its 'Made in India' solution is "globally competitive", RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Thursday. Ambani also exuded confidence that the company will be the first to launch full-fledged 5G services in the country. Jio is not just working to make India '2G-mukt' (free from 2G) but also '5G-yukt' (5G empowered), he added. Jio's engineers have developed a 100 per cent home-grown and comprehensive 5G solution that is fully cloud native, software defined, and digitally managed.

Soli Sorabjee, former attorney general, dies of Covid-19

Soli Sorabjee, former attorney general, dies of Covid-19

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

Sorabjee had been honoured with Padma Vibhushan in 2002 for his defence of the freedom of expression and the protection of human rights.