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Emirates holiday package, a hit in India

Emirates holiday package, a hit in India

Rediff.com15 Feb 2005

India became the third largest market for UAE carrier Emirates' holiday packages for the just-concluded Dubai Shopping Festival, after Saudi Arabia and Iran.

Arsenal honour Dennis Bergkamp with statue at Emirates stadium

Arsenal honour Dennis Bergkamp with statue at Emirates stadium

Rediff.com22 Feb 2014

Arsenal unveiled a statue of former striker Dennis Bergkamp on Saturday, the Dutchman becoming the fourth club great to be cast in bronze outside the Emirates Stadium in London.

Emirates airline may look at investing in India carrier

Emirates airline may look at investing in India carrier

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

The airline has been trying to gain additional flying rights in India.

EPL PIX: Corner kings Arsenal down Man United; Liverpool drop points

EPL PIX: Corner kings Arsenal down Man United; Liverpool drop points

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday.

Emirates flight from Thiruvananthapuram crash lands in Dubai; 1 firefighter killed

Emirates flight from Thiruvananthapuram crash lands in Dubai; 1 firefighter killed

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

"We can confirm that there are no fatalities among our passengers and crew. All passengers and crew are accounted for and safe," the airlines said in statement.

Rashid Khan reprimanded by ICC for misbehaviour

Rashid Khan reprimanded by ICC for misbehaviour

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The incident occurred after teammate Karim Janat declined a run opportunity during the final over of Afghanistan's innings.

BSE hoists the sails for Sensex's 'offshore' voyage

BSE hoists the sails for Sensex's 'offshore' voyage

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Tasting success with the relaunch of Sensex derivatives in the onshore market, BSE is preparing for the 'offshore' debut of its 30-share index, which has become synonymous with the domestic markets. Sources in the know said that the India International Exchange (India INX), a subsidiary of BSE, received approval in July from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to launch Sensex 30 derivatives contracts.

'Carrefour looking to export from India in next 5 years'

'Carrefour looking to export from India in next 5 years'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

'All competitors are sourcing within the country, so we'll be at the same level of competition.'

Randhir Singh first Indian to be elected as OCA president

Randhir Singh first Indian to be elected as OCA president

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

A five-time Olympic shooter, Randhir Singh was the lone eligible candidate for the OCA president's post.

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Qatar Reprieve Highlights India Diplomacy

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

The incident remains a reminder of the inherent fragilities of all geopolitical relationships.

No timeline on Ukraine war, says Putin; appreciates Modi

No timeline on Ukraine war, says Putin; appreciates Modi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Putin said that the Indian leader had "aptly" noted that it is "not an anti-western one but a non-western one".

Putin invites Palestine Prez Abbas to BRICS summit; Modi to attend

Putin invites Palestine Prez Abbas to BRICS summit; Modi to attend

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Putin expressed concern over the situation in Gaza, and said Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has been invited to BRICS events.

Mpox confirmed in Kerala man who returned from UAE

Mpox confirmed in Kerala man who returned from UAE

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

A 38-year-old man undergoing treatment in Kerala's northern Malappuram district has been confirmed to have contracted Mpox infection, the state health department said on Wednesday.

Emirates to add 18 more flights to India

Emirates to add 18 more flights to India

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

"We see a strong demand and a good market. We will be launching 18 additional flights per week starting from July 1 and extending up to October," Emirates Airline's, vice president (India and Nepal), Orhan Abbas, told reporters in Dubai on Thursday. The three destinations are New Delhi, Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Bangladesh's Tanzim fined for verbal spat

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The incident took place in the third over of the Nepal chase on Sunday when Tanzim had a verbal spat with Nepal skipper Rohit Paudel

Billy Bowden returns to Emirates Elite Panel of ICC umpires

Billy Bowden returns to Emirates Elite Panel of ICC umpires

Rediff.com1 May 2014

The ICC announced the Emirates Elite Panel of umpires for 2014-2015, commencing from July 1, following the annual review and selection process.

Xi Jinping Is Very Busy!

Xi Jinping Is Very Busy!

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Xi Jinping -- general secretary of the Chinese Communist party and China's president -- has been very busy this week, hosting a likely ally in Africa and leaders from the Arab world.

Emirates to fly to new locations

Emirates to fly to new locations

Rediff.com27 Apr 2007

Dubai-based carrier, Emirates is adding a host of in-flight services, like the facility of using mobile phones onboard, toys for children and nutritious meals for them to attract more passengers.

Emirates to start Dubai-Ahmedabad service from Oct

Emirates to start Dubai-Ahmedabad service from Oct

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

The Dubai-based airline will commence six-times weekly non-stop services to Ahmedabad from October 28, providing a first direct link between India's sixth largest city and Dubai.

Match officials named for T20 WC Super 8 fixtures

Match officials named for T20 WC Super 8 fixtures

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

The English duo of Richard Kettleborough and Richard Illingworth will officiate the titanic Group 1 Super Eight clash between India and Australia in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia on June 24

Wipro wins 3-year contract from Emirates NBD

Wipro wins 3-year contract from Emirates NBD

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

Emirates NBD is a banking group and a market leader across core business lines and is the leading retail banking franchise in the United Arab Emirates and is also a major player in the corporate banking arena.

Arsenal's Emirates jinx is over: Wenger

Arsenal's Emirates jinx is over: Wenger

Rediff.com23 Nov 2006

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes their 3-1 victory over Hamburg SV in Europe will put an end to a costly Premier League jinx at their new Emirates Stadium.

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Women's T20 World Cup moved to UAE amid Bangladesh unrest

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The ICC on Tuesday said the Women's T20 World Cup will be moved to the United Arab Emirates due to the prevailing unrest in Bangladesh

Chunk of Emirates' 1.1-bn profit from India

Chunk of Emirates' 1.1-bn profit from India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

The airline, which flies to 10 Indian destinations and has 184 flights each week, announced several attractive schemes to cater to the summer rush to attract Indian holiday travellers to fly to Dubai and beyond.

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has stepped up its watch on the import of unbranded gold jewellery amid a spurt in seizures on international borders and from importers. During FY24, the CBIC and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) jointly seized about 5 tonnes of gold, 30 per cent more than what they did in FY23. In FY23, 3.5 tonnes of gold was confiscated.

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Rubina Francis won a bronze medal in the women's air pistol SH1 event final to continue the strong show from the country's shooters in the Paris Paralympics on Saturday.

Emirates Post offers India parcel service

Emirates Post offers India parcel service

Rediff.com14 Mar 2005

Encouraged by the response, UAE postal service has re-launched its parcel service to India, which guarantees delivery to the destination within two weeks and more value-added features complemented by attractive prizes in weekly draws.

Qatar frees all 8 Indian Navy veterans, Modi to visit Doha on 14th

Qatar frees all 8 Indian Navy veterans, Modi to visit Doha on 14th

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Qatar has released eight jailed former Indian Navy personnel and seven of them returned home early Monday, 46 days after their death sentences handed last October were commuted to jail terms of varying duration.

Minorities account for bulk of India's emigrant population

Minorities account for bulk of India's emigrant population

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Christians, for example, make up 2 per cent of India's population but an estimated 16 per cent of those who were born in India now reside elsewhere,' said Pew.

'Bomb threat' on Emirates jet at Heathrow, 3 held

'Bomb threat' on Emirates jet at Heathrow, 3 held

Rediff.com9 Jan 2010

Armed police stormed a packed passenger jet at Heathrow airport in London on Saturday as it was about to take off to Dubai and arrested three men on suspicion of making a bomb threat.

Boeing bags $9.7 bn deal from Emirates Airline

Boeing bags $9.7 bn deal from Emirates Airline

Rediff.com21 Nov 2005

In the largest such order, UAE's flagship Emirates Airline on Monday announced an order of 42 Boeing 777 aircraft, to be powered by GE90 jet engines, in a deal worth $9.7 billion.

World Bank ups India growth forecast to 7% for FY25

World Bank ups India growth forecast to 7% for FY25

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The World Bank on Tuesday raised the growth forecast for the Indian economy to 7 per cent for the current fiscal year on the back of recovery in agri sector and rural demand. World Bank had in June projected India to grow at 6.6 per cent for FY24. According to the World Bank Report released on Tuesday, India's growth continues to be strong despite a challenging global environment.

PHOTOS: 10-man Manchester Utd stun Arsenal at Emirates

PHOTOS: 10-man Manchester Utd stun Arsenal at Emirates

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

Photos from the English Premier League match played between Manchester United and Arsenal on Saturday

Customs duty cut on silver likely to give Centre breather for now

Customs duty cut on silver likely to give Centre breather for now

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The steep cut in Customs duty on silver in the FY25 Budget to 6 per cent from 15 per cent may provide the government temporary relief by checking the spurt in silver imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). In FY24, silver imports from the UAE jumped to $1.7 billion from only $11.18 million in FY23, according to commerce department data. In May, about 87 per cent of India's silver imports came from Dubai.

Emirates keen on more Indian cities

Emirates keen on more Indian cities

Rediff.com25 Dec 2003

Hurricane Beryl delays World champions' return to India

Hurricane Beryl delays World champions' return to India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Reports said that hurricane Beryl, originating in the Atlantic, had intensified with maximum sustained winds of 210 kmph.

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Chennai To Be World's Largest Network Testbed

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The deal with Nokia will be signed in San Francisco on Friday morning in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, who is on a 17-day trip to the US to attract fresh investments.

AirAsia, Emirates ban use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 on their flights

AirAsia, Emirates ban use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 on their flights

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Samsung last week suspended sales of its latest flagship smartphone and announced a recall of 2.5 million units already sold, after faulty batteries caused some handsets to explode during charging.

Uncooked food, worn out seats: AI flyer recounts 'nightmare' flight to US

Uncooked food, worn out seats: AI flyer recounts 'nightmare' flight to US

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

In a post on the microblogging platform 'X' on Saturday, passenger Vineeth K said that even though he was getting cheaper fares with Gulf carrier Etihad, he had opted for Air India as it operates a non-stop service to the US.

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played across England, on Saturday.