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Why is Blinken Rushing to Delhi?

The elephant in the room will permeate the conversations, predicts Rup Narayan Das. IMAGE: United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken will be the second high level official of the Biden......

Afghanistan, terror sanctuaries in Pak on agenda for Blinken's India visit

The implications of the withdrawal of American troops on the security situation in Afghanistan and the need for sustained pressure on Pakistan on terror financing and terrorist safe havens will be......

Pakistan moves up the power ladder on world stage

Pakistan is once again becoming a frontline State in big-power rivalry.But this time around, Pakistan stands to gain out of its geography, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar. IMAGE: Pakistan's......

What makes Eric Garcetti the right pick as US envoy

He has Biden's ear and because of the past relationship, Biden will actually listen to him, unlike some past residents of Roosevelt House, notes Aditi Phadnis. IMAGE: Los Angeles Mayor Eric......

How face-off with Indian govt has boosted Twitter

Political controversies aside, Twitter’s business in India is expanding, and creating opportunities for Indians, reports Neha Alawadhi. Photograph: Dado Ruvic/Reuters The last few months......

2nd wave may have more lasting damage: Moody's

The second wave of COVID-19 may have a more lasting damage on the Indian economy and exports will once again be the foundation for recovery, Moody's Analytics said on Monday. IMAGE: A mural of......

Indians more vulnerable to tech support scams, says Microsoft report

In India, millennials, or those aged 24-37, were the most susceptible to such scams in 2021. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com Indians are more vulnerable to technology support-related scams......

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

HCL Technologies on Monday said its founder Shiv Nadar will take on the role of Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the company's board. Nadar, chief strategy officer and managing director......

RBI bars Mastercard from adding new customers in India from July 22

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday barred Mastercard Asia Pacific from onboarding new credit, debit and prepaid card customers with effect from July 22 as it failed to comply with data storage norms.......

How Zeta acquired Unicorn status in the very first round of funding

In the start-up world, hitting the $1-billion mark, which accords the “Unicorn” tag, is a milestone. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com Enterprises typically reach the milestone only......

Vijender to take on Russian Artysh Lopsan in comeback fight

Photograph: Kind Courtesy, Vijender Singh/Twitter India's professional boxing star Vijender Singh will fight Russia's Artysh Lopsan in his return to the ring after over a year disrupted by......

Vijender's next pro bout on rooftop deck of casino ship in Goa

Photograph: Kind Courtesy Vijender Singh/Twitter Indian professional boxer Vijender Singh's next bout, his first since November 2019, against a yet-to-be-announced opponent will take place in......

Vijender set to return to the ring next month

IMAGE: Vijender Singh, the reigning WBO Oriental and WBO Asia Pacific Super Middleweight champion, has not competed since beating Ghana's Charles Adamu in Dubai to claim his 12th successive win in......

Australian Open: Serena, Osaka to join top men in Adelaide

IMAGE: Adelaide will also host a WTA tour 500 level event, the Adelaide International, in the week after the Australian Open. Photograph: John Phillips/Getty Images for WTA Serena Williams......

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