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India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

India, China enhance military presence in Ladakh as tension mounts

Rediff.com21 May 2020

It is learnt that the India's top military brass is constantly monitoring the evolving situation even as the United States said the aggressive behaviour by Chinese troops was a reminder of the threat posed by China.

India's vaccine diplomacy with the Maldives

India's vaccine diplomacy with the Maldives

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

COVID-19 has emerged as an important form of diplomatic currency around the world as nations try to showcase their soft power gains. In this race, India has an edge as India is already a pharmaceutical giant having produced some 60 per cent of global vaccines and now justly seeking to strengthen ties and expand its influence in its neighbourhood and beyond, observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma tells you how you can use natural methods to improve your health.

AI opens doors to restaurants at its Nariman Point building

AI opens doors to restaurants at its Nariman Point building

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

The loss-making and debt-laden government carrier has earlier leased space in the 22-storey building to banks and offices but this will be first time that commercial eateries will be allowed in the premises.

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

LyondellBasell to raise $3.2 bn via debt

LyondellBasell to raise $3.2 bn via debt

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

Global petrochemical major LyondellBasell on Friday said it will raise $3.2 billion (nearly Rs 147.45 billion) through debt and issue of securities on private placement basis, which will be used by the company to come out of bankruptcy.

Coronavirus: 44 Indians back from Iran, flight to Italy on Sat

Coronavirus: 44 Indians back from Iran, flight to Italy on Sat

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

An Iran Air flight carrying Indian pilgrims stranded in coronavirus-hit Iran landed at the airport in Mumbai on Friday afternoon, an official said.

Home remedies to cure a common cold

Home remedies to cure a common cold

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Ditch the painkillers, seek help from your own kitchen.

All you need to know about the National War Memorial

All you need to know about the National War Memorial

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The memorial pays tribute to soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation.

Chinese troops resort to aggressive posturing in Ladakh, Sikkim

Chinese troops resort to aggressive posturing in Ladakh, Sikkim

Rediff.com19 May 2020

Both the Indian and Chinese armies have brought in more troops in sensitive locations like Demchok, Daulat Beg Oldie and areas around Galwan river as well as Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh, the sources said. The area around Galwan has been a point of friction between the two sides for over six decades.

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Prince Victor Albert Jay Duleep Singh's mansion is located in one of south-west Kensington's most sought after residential addresses.

Army chief hints China's role in Nepal stand-off

Army chief hints China's role in Nepal stand-off

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Nepal raised objection to India's newly-inaugurated road linking Lipulekh Pass with Dharchula in Uttarakhand.

CBSE, ICSE have cancelled remaining Class X, XII exams: Govt to SC

CBSE, ICSE have cancelled remaining Class X, XII exams: Govt to SC

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

The examinees of Class XII of CBSE Board will however have the option of either taking the exams later or to move ahead with the assessment based on their performance in the last three internal exams.

X'mas recipes: Mince pie and plum pudding

X'mas recipes: Mince pie and plum pudding

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Two traditional Christmas recipes for you.

59 government U-turns on demonetisation

59 government U-turns on demonetisation

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The finance ministry and the RBI have performed many somersaults in these last 42 days.

New Zealand start favourites, says Rahane

New Zealand start favourites, says Rahane

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Rahane and his teammates are enjoying the phase where the current batch under Virat Kohli is expected to win Test series outside sub-continent following their historic triumph in Australia last year.

'Can't book profits in stock markets. Need help'

'Can't book profits in stock markets. Need help'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

ASK AJIT: Are these stocks good to hold for one year?

ASK AJIT: Are these stocks good to hold for one year?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Post-Godhra riots case: No evidence, 28 accused walk free

Post-Godhra riots case: No evidence, 28 accused walk free

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

All those accused of arson, rioting and damaging the property of the minority community at Paliyad village in Kalol taluka of Gandhinagar district were already on bail.

Indian, Chinese armies agree to peacefully resolve standoff

Indian, Chinese armies agree to peacefully resolve standoff

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

The Indian delegation led by Lt General Harinder Singh, the general officer commanding of Leh-based 14 Corps, and Commander of the Tibet Military District Maj Gen Liu Lin held an extensive meeting in Maldo on the Chinese side of the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh on Saturday that began at around 11.30 am and went on till evening.

How Lakshmi Vilas Bank eroded its wealth amid controversy and losses

How Lakshmi Vilas Bank eroded its wealth amid controversy and losses

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

It has been a year since the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initiated prompt corrective action (PCA), an exercise that puts weak banks under central bank scrutiny, against the 94-year-old Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB). But recently, this low-profile Chennai-headquartered bank found itself attracting some unwonted publicity when 60 per cent of its shareholders voted against a proposal to re-appoint seven directors, including one of the promoters, K R Pradeep (who holds around 2 per cent), and the company's managing director & chief executive officer S Sundar.

Can India carry winning momentum in Perth Test?

Can India carry winning momentum in Perth Test?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

Virat Kohli's side are determined to keep the momentum rolling into the second clash in Perth and inch closer to a breakthrough series triumph Down Under.

ED summons Chanda Kochhar on May 3

ED summons Chanda Kochhar on May 3

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

ED orders Chanda Kochhar to appear with asset lists also provide income-tax returns in her individual capacity and of companies if she was a director or held any position.

Era of expansionism is over: Modi during Ladakh visit

Era of expansionism is over: Modi during Ladakh visit

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Lauding the bravery displayed by the soldiers, the prime minister said: "The bravery that you and your compatriots showed, a message has gone to the world about India's strength."

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, hold, sell

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, hold, sell

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

IPL 2020: Meet Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2020: Meet Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Rajneesh Gupta presents Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL record over the years.

IPL 2020: Meet the Chennai Super Kings

IPL 2020: Meet the Chennai Super Kings

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Rajneesh Gupta presents the Chennai Super Kings record in the IPL over the years.

Why Kanpur leather industry has started shifting to Kolkata

Why Kanpur leather industry has started shifting to Kolkata

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

Closure of tanneries pulls down domestic finished leather exports and local price of raw-skin.

After blockbuster IPO, IRCTC makes grand debut on stock market

After blockbuster IPO, IRCTC makes grand debut on stock market

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

The company's market valuation stood at Rs 10,972 crore in morning trade.

UN chief calls for 'maximum restraint' to curb Kashmir strife

UN chief calls for 'maximum restraint' to curb Kashmir strife

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

"The secretary-general regrets the reported loss of dozens of lives and the injuries to many others," a statement issued by Ban's spokesperson said.

BJP pushes Jaitley to give tax relief in Budget

BJP pushes Jaitley to give tax relief in Budget

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Budget announcements will come right before five states, with population of around 250 million, go to polls.

What I learned from failure: Lessons from a co-founder

What I learned from failure: Lessons from a co-founder

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

It's important to learn from failure, and just show up the next day, and the next, till you've got it right, says Radhika Ghai, co-founder, ShopClues

The Jaguar XJ50 is more like a Gulfstream jet than limousine

The Jaguar XJ50 is more like a Gulfstream jet than limousine

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

This car commemorates the first Jaguar XJ 1, which was launched in 1968 and was widely acknowledged at the time to be one of the best automobiles ever made

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The Indian Air Force is monitoring the developments along the western front, he said.

ONGC, OIL may hike gas price by 33%

ONGC, OIL may hike gas price by 33%

Rediff.com13 Nov 2009

The Petroleum Ministry has proposed a 33 per cent hike in the price of natural gas produced by ONGC and Oil India and gradually increase it to $4.20 per mmBtu set for gas from Reliance Industries' KG-D6 fields.

India's wine drinkers deserve better

India's wine drinkers deserve better

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

'Wine is an indicator of the quality of life,' says Alok Chandra.

Why Cognizant is going slow in India

Why Cognizant is going slow in India

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

Post-bribery disclosure, Cognizant is not pursuing greenfield expansion in the country and relying on leased facilities for new demands. The incident, which came to light in 2016, is also said to have claimed 200-300 jobs so far mainly in areas like administration, legal, and procurement.

Fitch pours cold water on Jio's dreams

Fitch pours cold water on Jio's dreams

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Says, Jio unlikely to gain 2% revenue market share in 2017

We don't count number of dead: Air Force chief Dhanoa

We don't count number of dead: Air Force chief Dhanoa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

"We don't take chances with the medical fitness of a pilot," he said at a press conference.

Calcium deficiency? Shift to Ayurveda

Calcium deficiency? Shift to Ayurveda

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Of all the treatments available, Ayurvedic medications are considered as the best remedial measures to uplift the depleting calcium levels in the body, notes Mohamad Yusuf N Shaikh, Founder, Kudrati Ayurved Health Centre.