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What Is A Front-Running Scam?

What Is A Front-Running Scam?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Front-running is a fraudulent practice where traders exploit advance knowledge of large client orders for personal profit.

Max Verstappen collects his F1 trophy in Rwanda

Max Verstappen collects his F1 trophy in Rwanda

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Rwandan President Paul Kagame joined Max Verstappen on stage when the Red Bull driver collected the F1 champion's trophy for the fourth year in a row.

FDI inflows in India cross $1 trillion

FDI inflows in India cross $1 trillion

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into India have crossed the $1 trillion milestone in the April 2000-September 2024 period, firmly establishing the country's reputation as a safe and key investment destination globally. According to data from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), the cumulative amount of FDI, including equity, reinvested earnings and other capital, stood at $1,033.40 billion during the said period.

Ratan Tata: Rare Glimpses

Ratan Tata: Rare Glimpses

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Snapshots from his illustrious life through the lens of Photographer Gopal Shetty including images with the legendary J R D Tata.

World Champ Gukesh dreams of chess in Olympics

World Champ Gukesh dreams of chess in Olympics

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh is looking forward to the day when the sport will become a part of the Olympic curriculum, which, he said, would take it to an altogether different level not just in India but across the world.

Jolly-Gopichand earn place at BWF World Tour Finals

Jolly-Gopichand earn place at BWF World Tour Finals

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

India's PV Sindhu remains the only Indian player to have won the prestigious BWF World Tour Finals in 2018.

Crypto wrap 2024: Bitcoin, altcoins remain popular among Indian investors

Crypto wrap 2024: Bitcoin, altcoins remain popular among Indian investors

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

The majority of crypto investors in the country have invested in mainstream virtual digital assets (VDAs) such as Bitcoins, altcoins like Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, and Ethereum, followed by non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and stablecoins, a compilation of year-end reports of crypto majors CoinDCX and CoinSwitch revealed. The crypto exchange platform CoinDCX reported that 14.6 per cent of total investments on its platform were allocated to Bitcoin, while CoinSwitch saw the share of the VDA at 7 per cent.

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Vistara will operate the last flight under its brand on November 11 and the full-service carrier's operations will be unified with Air India from November 12. The government has given its nod for the foreign direct investment by Singapore Airlines as part of the Air India-Vistara merger. Vistara is a joint venture between Tata Group and Singapore Airlines.

'Being 29 is an advantage'

'Being 29 is an advantage'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

PV Sindhu on Sunday said she is "definitely" going to play for the next couple of years even as the 2028 Los Angeles Games remains at the back of her mind.

How Gukesh conquered the World

How Gukesh conquered the World

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju of India became the youngest chess world champion by beating defending champion Ding Liren of China on Thursday

Sindhu, Lakshya storm into Syed Modi International final

Sindhu, Lakshya storm into Syed Modi International final

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

PV Sindhu cruised into the women's singles final with a dominating straight-game win over fellow Indian Unnati Hooda in the semis.

'Christmas Has Come Early For India'

'Christmas Has Come Early For India'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'This is a big day for Indian chess.'

'Cheaper, faster, safer': India, Singapore launch real-time payments link

'Cheaper, faster, safer': India, Singapore launch real-time payments link

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

In the first such collaboration for India, the country's flagship payments platform, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), and Singapore's PayNow payment system have launched a real-time cross-border payment linkage system. The linkage, which was launched by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and Singapore's PM Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday, was kicked off by a live cross-border transaction between Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das and Monetary Authority of Singapore managing director Ravi Menon, using mobile phones.

Sindhu breaks BWF tour title drought; Sen and Treesa-Gayatri triumph

Sindhu breaks BWF tour title drought; Sen and Treesa-Gayatri triumph

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand capped a remarkable week by clinching a maiden Super 300 title with a commanding straight-game victory over China's Bao Li Jing and Li Qian in the Syed Modi International final on Sunday.

Advani ousts Kothari to enter World Billiards final

Advani ousts Kothari to enter World Billiards final

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Pankaj Advani edged closer to his 28th World title, securing a spot in the final of the IBSF World Billiards Championship with a 4-2 win over fellow Indian Sourav Kothari.

Why Subianto Is The R-Day Chief Guest

Why Subianto Is The R-Day Chief Guest

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

India is trying hard to erase Indonesia's wariness about New Delhi, building security cooperation in the Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean. If Indonesia decides to buy the Brahmos missile, it would further strengthen relations between the world's most populous nation and the most populous Islamic country.

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Magnus Carlsen of Norway feels that on current form Indian star D Gukesh is the favourite to win the World Chess Championship

The aviator: How Ratan Tata finally made his group fly

The aviator: How Ratan Tata finally made his group fly

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

In a December 2012 interview, Ratan Tata, then preparing to step down as chairman of Tata Sons, expressed doubts about the Tata group re-entering the aviation sector, calling it a space plagued by "destructive competition". But beneath that frustration lay nearly two decades of failed attempts to conquer the Indian skies. In 1994, Tata, along with Singapore Airlines, had plans to launch a joint venture (JV) airline in India.

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Exports to eight out of India's top 10 destinations, including the Netherlands, the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK), witnessed positive growth during the first six months of FY25, despite muted global demand amid geopolitical challenges, commerce department data showed.

Adani to exit consumer goods venture Adani Wilmar in $2 bn deal

Adani to exit consumer goods venture Adani Wilmar in $2 bn deal

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Billionaire Gautam Adani's group on Monday announced its exit from FMCG joint venture Adani Wilmar by selling its entire stake to the Singaporean partner and in the open market for an estimated over $2 billion in a first major deal since the US bribery indictment. In a statement, Adani Enterprises Ltd -- which held 43.94 per cent stake in Fortune brand cooking oil, wheat flour and other food product maker Adani Wilmar Ltd -- said it will sell 31.06 per cent stake to Wilmar International. About 13 per cent will be sold in the open market to meet minimum public shareholding requirements.

Canada shifting diplomats from India to KL, Singapore, says report

Canada shifting diplomats from India to KL, Singapore, says report

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Canada has evacuated a majority of its diplomats working in India outside of New Delhi to either Kuala Lumpur or Singapore after it gave Ottawa an October 10 deadline to reduce its diplomatic staff to achieve parity in strength following a row over the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, according to a media report on Friday.

Ambani among those setting up family business offices in Singapore

Ambani among those setting up family business offices in Singapore

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Ambani is in good company. The likes of ultra-rich individuals like hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio and co-founder of Google Sergey Brin have chosen Singapore to establish their family offices. So have British inventor James Dyson, famous for his bladeless fans and hair dryers and vacuum cleaners, and Zhang Yong, founder of China's Haidilao hotpot restaurant chain, reports Lee Kah Whye.

China Masters: Lakshya in last eight; Sindhu exits

China Masters: Lakshya in last eight; Sindhu exits

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarter-finals of the China Masters Super 750 badminton tournament with a straight-games win, but two-time Olympics medallist PV Sindhu's campaign ended in the second round in Shenzhen, China, on Thursday.

Humpy is women's World Rapid champ; Murzin wins men's crown

Humpy is women's World Rapid champ; Murzin wins men's crown

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

This is Koneru Humpy's second World Rapid title after she had triumphed in the 2019 edition in Moscow.

'Gukesh Has Nerves Of Steel'

'Gukesh Has Nerves Of Steel'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'Gukesh displayed incredible fighting spirit, outstanding mental toughness, insane self-confidence, all qualities of a champion, and he just turned 18 at the end of May.'

F1: Ferrari's Sainz wins in Singapore to end Red Bull's run

F1: Ferrari's Sainz wins in Singapore to end Red Bull's run

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday to end Formula One leader Max Verstappen's record run of 10 wins in a row.

Look, Who Modi Met In Rio!

Look, Who Modi Met In Rio!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

What a difference a year makes! Last year, the G20 Summit was in New Delhi and Prime Minister Narendra D Modi was the host, here, there and everywhere. This year, he is just another guest among a galaxy of world leaders at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro.

Gukesh reveals secret behind his Game 11 victory

Gukesh reveals secret behind his Game 11 victory

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Known to be very competitive, Gukesh said the approach will not change even though he needs three draws from the remaining three games.

Magnus Magic in Kolkata! Carlsen completes stunning double

Magnus Magic in Kolkata! Carlsen completes stunning double

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen secured a remarkable double victory at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament, winning both the rapid and blitz titles.

CM Stalin lauds Gukesh, announces major chess initiative

CM Stalin lauds Gukesh, announces major chess initiative

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

World's youngest chess champion D Gukesh was felicitated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and others at a function organised by the state government in Chennai on Tuesday.

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Gukesh's win will inspire a lot of aspiring players: V Anand

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The 18-year-old Gukesh's triumph was celebrated far and wide across the country with the PM joining the sports fraternity and others in lauding his incredible achievement.

Singapore's Shanmugaratnam joins club of PIO leaders dominating world politics

Singapore's Shanmugaratnam joins club of PIO leaders dominating world politics

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

He is among several leaders of Indian heritage who have ascended to the highest echelon of public service globally.

Temasek's Haldiram Deal May Be HUGE!

Temasek's Haldiram Deal May Be HUGE!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Temasek is nearing a deal to acquire a 10% per cent stake in Haldiram Snacks Foods, valued at $10 billion.

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy, points out Suveen Sinha.

Singapore Open: Srikanth starts strong; Sindhu, Prannoy shocked

Singapore Open: Srikanth starts strong; Sindhu, Prannoy shocked

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Kidambi Srikanth made a winning start but PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy were ousted

World Chess C'ship: Game 2 draw keeps Ding in control vs Gukesh

World Chess C'ship: Game 2 draw keeps Ding in control vs Gukesh

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh draws with defending champion Ding Liren in second game of World Chess Championship in Singapore.

India dominate chess world in 2024

India dominate chess world in 2024

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

The image of a smiling D Gukesh standing with outstretched hands will forever be embossed in the memory of a nation of billions.

Chess C'ship: Gukesh stuns Ding in Game 11, seizes lead

Chess C'ship: Gukesh stuns Ding in Game 11, seizes lead

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

India's D Gukesh outplayed Ding Liren to seize a 6-5 lead in the World Chess Championship final

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I spoke to Paddy, and I made some changes.' 'After that, I slept well in the last two days -- at least eight hours each day.' 'So, I was fresh in the games. Sleep is very important.'

Golden Year For Indian Chess! What Next?

Golden Year For Indian Chess! What Next?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'It will bring the next wave of awareness and pursuit of excellence from people who want to take chess as a game or a competitive sport or even as a career.'