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Magadheera ready to go international

Magadheera ready to go international

Rediff.com30 Jul 2009

The Telugu flick starring Chiranjeevi's son Ram Charan Teja will release in 14 countries.

8 all-rounders win US Congressional gold medals

8 all-rounders win US Congressional gold medals

Rediff.com16 Jul 2008

Among the other recipients of South Asian origin this year were Dr Shaheen Lakhan of Arleta, California; Shetty Shohan of North Palm Beach, Florida; Amoha Bajaj of Montgomery, New Jersey; Shabnum Gulati of Edison, New Jersey; and Sheel Tyle of Pittsford, New York.

'Rituals and scriptures must not be taken literall

'Rituals and scriptures must not be taken literall

Rediff.com22 Nov 2008

Manoj K Jain is an infectious disease physician, a writer, and a national leader in health-care quality improvement. Memphis-based Jain, 45, also writes for publications including The Washington Post.

When movie theatres no longer exist...

When movie theatres no longer exist...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Aseem Chhabra imagines a time, 20 years from now, when movie-watching in theatres will be long gone, thanks to the coronavirus, and pens a letter to his grandchild, explaining the magic of the cinema hall.

Faesal 'instigated' people against country: J-K govt

Faesal 'instigated' people against country: J-K govt

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Faesal had no student visa, though he claimed that he was going to the United States for studies, the state government, through DIG, CKR, Srinagar, said in an affidavit.

10 things to know about Gita Gopinath, IMF's new chief economist

10 things to know about Gita Gopinath, IMF's new chief economist

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Announcing her appointment, IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde hailed the Mysore-born Gopinath as "one of the world's outstanding economists with impeccable academic credentials, a proven track record of intellectual leadership and extensive international experience".

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The rising popularity of Heritage Walks is uncovering forgotten historic sites all over India.

Consumer durables firms mull yet another price hik

Consumer durables firms mull yet another price hik

Rediff.com15 Oct 2008

The Boston Analytics Consumer Sentiment Index for August fell below the benchmark value of 100 since its inception, signalling a low-key festive season ahead.

Global M&A deal value may halve this year

Global M&A deal value may halve this year

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

The value of global mergers and acquisition deals is likely to drop by nearly 50 per cent this year, even as the financial crisis throws good opportunities for takeovers, a study says.

Indians pessimistic for 2009: Survey

Indians pessimistic for 2009: Survey

Rediff.com15 May 2009

Consumer spending, which had been growing at 10 per cent year-on-year, will now decrease. Over 34 per cent of the respondents said they would cut spends, while 16 per cent said would spend more in the coming year. However, compared to other countries where the survey was conducted like Brazil, China, Mexico, Russia, Japan, Canada, United States and Europe , Indian consumers are more confident and optimistic.

Indian-American sentenced to jail in $12.5m fraud

Indian-American sentenced to jail in $12.5m fraud

Rediff.com14 May 2009

Amit Mathur, a resident of Shrewsbury in Massachusetts, was sentenced on May 12 by the Federal District Court in Worcester following his conviction on 18 counts of mail fraud and two counts of wire fraud, the Boston Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation said.

Single Indians more optimistic about jobs: Survey

Single Indians more optimistic about jobs: Survey

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

Single Indians are more optimistic about India's future economic condition than married Indians, points out the Boston Analytics Consumer Sentiment Index data for the month of November, 2008.

PIX: Kate Winslet kisses Allison Janney!

PIX: Kate Winslet kisses Allison Janney!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Yes, a *lot* happened at the Hollywood Film Awards.

India faces huge manpower crunch: Study

India faces huge manpower crunch: Study

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

In a recent report published by the Confederation of Indian Industry and the Boston Consulting Group, has estimated India would face 'talent gap'-- the lack of right skills for the job required -- of more than 5 million by 2012, as existing educational institutions do not impart employable skills. The report titled, 'India's demographic dilemma' brings out the fact the $1.1-trillion economy will have a shortfall of 750,000 skilled workers over the next five years.

Manufacturing beats IT, pharma in returns

Manufacturing beats IT, pharma in returns

Rediff.com20 Nov 2007

Three manufacturing sectors (engineering and construction, industrial commodities and materials and commodities) created more value for its shareholders in last five years than IT or pharmaceutical companies. Engineering and construction companies, led by Larsen & Toubro and BHEL, posted a total shareholder return of 81 per cent in the last five years trailing March 31, 2007, the BCG-CII study showed.

'The world of globality is not flat'

'The world of globality is not flat'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2008

In Globality*, authors Harold L Sirkin, James W Hemerling and Arindam K Bhattacharya from Boston Consulting Group, show how, over the past two decades, a range of corporations from the developing world have begun to disrupt traditional paradigm of development and tilted the balance of competition in their favour with their predilection for 'rapid-fire innovation'.

Anger has an upside too: Study

Anger has an upside too: Study

Rediff.com27 Mar 2008

In the study, psychologists Maya Tamir and Christopher Mitchell of Boston College, and James Gross of Stanford University tested whether people prefer to experience emotions that are potentially useful, even when they are unpleasant to experience. Through the research, the researchers wanted to examine whether individuals are motivated to increase their level of anger when they expect to complete a confrontational task, where anger might enhance performance.

Jr women's hockey WC: India trounce Belarus

Jr women's hockey WC: India trounce Belarus

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Rani Devi shone with a hat-trick as India blanked Belarus 6-0 to top their pool and qualify for the medal league second round in the Junior Women's World Cup hockey tournament in Boston.

Grocery chains may feel slowdown heat

Grocery chains may feel slowdown heat

Rediff.com13 Dec 2008

These stores will find it difficult to survive the pressures of the slowdown because the margins in their category of business are the lowest among all retail formats, said Anand Raghuraman, partner & director, The Boston Consulting Group.

Jr hockey World Cup: India stun Australia

Jr hockey World Cup: India stun Australia

Rediff.com4 Aug 2009

Monorama Devi's last-minute penalty-corner goal helped India pull off a 3-2 upset over Australia in their opening match of the women's Junior Hockey World Cup in Boston.

Karen David to add glamour to India-Canada pageant

Karen David to add glamour to India-Canada pageant

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

David was last seen in the action movie Scorpion King 2: Rise of Warrior.

NBA Finals: LeBron's 51 points in vain; Warriors outlast Cavaliers

NBA Finals: LeBron's 51 points in vain; Warriors outlast Cavaliers

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The Golden State Warriors overcame a 51-point effort from Cleveland Cavaliers' star forward LeBron James before dominating in overtime to seal a thrilling 124-114 Game One triumph in the NBA Finals on Thursday.

FMCG firms ready with bigger ad spend

FMCG firms ready with bigger ad spend

Rediff.com24 Nov 2008

The firms record robust 10-15% growth till September. However, despite the enhanced outlays for A&B, companies are looking at adopting cost -cutting measures.

Indians expect economic conditions to improve

Indians expect economic conditions to improve

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

Inflation may be flirting with double-digit figures, but Indians living in metros seem to be an optimistic lot with most of them expecting the employment scenario as well as the economic conditions to improve in the near term.

Why Kamal Haasan is in the United States

Why Kamal Haasan is in the United States

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

The latest updates from Tamil film industry.

City and Liverpool take EPL title to the wire

City and Liverpool take EPL title to the wire

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

City are looking to retain the title they won in record-breaking fashion last year and secure their fourth Premier League crown in eight years.

Jobs' outsourcing to India not reversible: Obama

Jobs' outsourcing to India not reversible: Obama

Rediff.com11 Jun 2008

Fresh from his victory over Hillary Clinton to clinch the Democratic party nomination to the White House, Obama said the country must invest in the research and innovation to create jobs and industries. Observing that America's challenges on economic front cannot be overcome by building 'protectionist walls', Obama said the country needs to focus on improving plight of the middle-class and investing in education.

Grandmother's tales: The Girl From Foreign

Grandmother's tales: The Girl From Foreign

Rediff.com7 Oct 2008

Sadia Sheperd digs deep into her roots in her memorable new memoir

12 innovative marketing techniques

12 innovative marketing techniques

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

How to get the word out and not go broke doing it.

IIM-A student, BCG to improve PDS

IIM-A student, BCG to improve PDS

Rediff.com3 Oct 2008

The BCG project, which is supported by the United Nations' World Food Programme, the government of India and the government of Orissa, involves scanning finger prints and the iris for preparing biometric cards for a population of around 1 million. Srijan Pal Singh, an IIM-A student, who is part of the project, says the biometric cards will be filtered through a super computer to avoid duplications.

Dream 11 founders: Fantasy sports champs

Dream 11 founders: Fantasy sports champs

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Following their passion paid off for Harsh Jain and Bhavit Sheth with their fantasy sports platform Dream11 entering the unicorn club with a valuation of over $1 billion.

10 terrific tea trips

10 terrific tea trips

Rediff.com18 May 2009

Pinkies up! Where to sip the world's best. Forbes Traveler surveys the top locations for the world's tea gardens and finds plenty to drink, from Sri Lanka to Bolivia.

The boss who nurtures

The boss who nurtures

Rediff.com22 May 2018

It is all about a C and C model -- of choices and consequences -- for women. Women make choices about their lives and for each of them there will be consequences, Shell India Lubricants MD Mansi Madan Tripathy tells Jyoti Mukul.

Appointment of Pak envoy to US slap for Musharraf

Appointment of Pak envoy to US slap for Musharraf

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

The nomination of Husain Haqqani as the new Pakistani ambassador to the United States, by Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, is being seen as a resounding slap on the face of President Pervez Musharraf. Haqqani -- a former journalist, diplomat and currently associate professor at Boston University is one of Musharraf's fiercest critics. In fact, Haqqani has not visited Pakistan for years, fearing possible imprisonment. Haqqani has been scathing in his attacks of Bush govt

LeBron James named NBA Finals Most Valuable Player

LeBron James named NBA Finals Most Valuable Player

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

Miami Heat forward LeBron James won his second successive NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) award after leading his team to victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Thursday's championship decider.

Rome 2024 Olympic Games bid endorsed by Italy's CONI

Rome 2024 Olympic Games bid endorsed by Italy's CONI

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Rome's bid to host the 2024 Olympic Games was unanimously endorsed by the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) in what bid president Luca di Montezemolo described as an important signal of support.

IOC in no mood for risks, opts for Beijing's sure bet

IOC in no mood for risks, opts for Beijing's sure bet

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

The choice of Beijing as host of the 2022 Winter Olympics over Kazakhstan's Almaty was a solid vote for the tried and tested, and the financial and organisational security of China.

A tale of two strategies

A tale of two strategies

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

The management of human resources has a strong link with the financial performance of a multinational company. Indian multinationals are showing how to foster it.

Why Abhishek didn't use an accent in Delhi 6

Why Abhishek didn't use an accent in Delhi 6

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

The actor feared an American accent could distract the audiences not only in smaller cities and towns but also even in big cities.

Hooker aims to eclipse Bubka

Hooker aims to eclipse Bubka

Rediff.com8 Feb 2009

Australian Olympic champion Steve Hooker became the world's second-highest indoor pole vaulter when he cleared 6.06 metres at the Boston Indoor Games on Saturday. Only Ukrainian Sergei Bubka, whose world record is 6.15 metres, has jumped higher. After clearing 6.06m, Hooker made three unsuccessful attempts at 6.16m in a bid to eclipse Bubka's record.