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TechM buys LCC for $240 mn in largest Indian IT deal this year

TechM buys LCC for $240 mn in largest Indian IT deal this year

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

India's fifth largest software services firm Tech Mahindra will acquire global network services firm Lightbridge Communications Corporation (LCC) in an all-cash deal worth $240 million (over Rs 1,486 crore).

Weinstein, Padmavati, women's jobs...

Weinstein, Padmavati, women's jobs...

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

'Now with many itchy-fingered ex-bosses being raked through the mud, their marriages ruined, their careers trashed, their finances hit, the inclination of many male hiring managers will be to hire fewer women,' believes Rajeev Srinivasan.

Nokia withdraws plea to sell Chennai unit as buyer backs out

Nokia withdraws plea to sell Chennai unit as buyer backs out

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Nokia may now not sell its Chennai unit.

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

It's all about women power! Anti-Trump protests go global

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Wearing pink, pointy-eared hats to mock the new US president, throngs of protesters descended on the US capital and other cities around the globe to show Donald Trump they won't be silent over the next four years.

Security takes centre stage as Republican National Convention kicks off

Security takes centre stage as Republican National Convention kicks off

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Sleuths of security forces and secret service agents have converged on the city and huge make-shift iron walls have come up several blocks around the convention's location.

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

12 reasons we'll miss Michelle Obama, the fashion icon

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

A risk-taker, she'll always be remembered for her unforgettable style and daring fashion choices as a First Lady.

States outdo each other on social media to lure investment

States outdo each other on social media to lure investment

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh use celebrity endorsers and social media campaigns to brand their state and court big business to eventually bring about job creation. Can they deliver on their promises?

India Inc fails to handle sexual harassment at workplace

India Inc fails to handle sexual harassment at workplace

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

NCW data show a noticeable rise in sexual harassment at the workplace.

'Success is not the only thing you should pursue'

'Success is not the only thing you should pursue'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

'What is forgotten but is actually as important for a society's long run success is morality.' 'Morals and trust are the nuts and bolts of an economy.' 'Without those you can get short run success, but not long-run development.'

Modi-Trump meet: Why the lack of euphoria is good news

Modi-Trump meet: Why the lack of euphoria is good news

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

We see none of the euphoric build-up customary to India's encounter with US presidents in recent times. This gives Modi wriggle room to work on the much-needed reset of India-US ties.

Submitted tax-saving documents? Do it now and save money!

Submitted tax-saving documents? Do it now and save money!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Ensure the employer has all relevant documents. Else, your pay will take a serious hit in the next two months.

Who will blink first? Trump or Qatar's emir?

Who will blink first? Trump or Qatar's emir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

'Did Trump hint at US military intervention in Qatar?' asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

2015 in PHOTOS: From bloodshed to brotherhood

2015 in PHOTOS: From bloodshed to brotherhood

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Rediff.com presents a selection of the year's most enduring moments year from around the world

Michelle Obama tears into Trump over sexual assault comments

Michelle Obama tears into Trump over sexual assault comments

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

"I can't believe I'm saying a candidate for president of the United States has bragged about sexually assaulting women," Obama said.

Tribunal sets aside I-T order on Maruti

Tribunal sets aside I-T order on Maruti

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

The order, which came on Monday, stated that revenue authorities cannot split the agreement when the parties to the agreement considered the royalty and technical knowhow as a single package.

Don't forget to file Income Tax returns

Don't forget to file Income Tax returns

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Not doing so might mean a penalty, not being able to revise returns or carry forward losses and forfeiture of interest on refund

Joint venture fillip possible for foreign single-brand chains

Joint venture fillip possible for foreign single-brand chains

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Sources estimate there could be about 60 applications at the department of industrial policy and promotion for up to 49 per cent foreign direct investment in single-brand retail.

A health cover for diabetics

A health cover for diabetics

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Group policies are more suitable for diabetics; these are negotiable & flexible.

Decoding The Kim-Donald Show

Decoding The Kim-Donald Show

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

'In the run-up to the summit, Trump had indicated that he might strike a nuclear deal in the course of a single meeting or over several days, but as it transpired, Trump departed Singapore soon after the meeting.' 'This raises questions if his aspirations for an ambitious outcome had been scaled back,' says Rajaram Panda.

M&A deals continue to shrink in 2013

M&A deals continue to shrink in 2013

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

Outbound deal count in the current calendar year fell to 100 from 154 in 2012.

Kim's Nuclear Games of Smoke and Mirrors

Kim's Nuclear Games of Smoke and Mirrors

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Is North Korea really dismantling its nuclear programme? Rajaram Panda explains the many challenges to denuclearise the Korean Peninsula.

SHOCKING! Aadhaar gives OUR personal info to foreign firms

SHOCKING! Aadhaar gives OUR personal info to foreign firms

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

'The most valuable personal sensitive information of present and future citizens has been made available to foreign data firms and governments and non-State actors for all time to come,' says Gopal Krishna.

Getting some sleep: What Obama looks forward to after January 20

Getting some sleep: What Obama looks forward to after January 20

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

In what is his final on-camera interview during his eight year stay at Washington's most famous address, US President Obama tells CBS that his family will be happy to be out of the White House come next weekend.

The scary story of higher education in India

The scary story of higher education in India

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

21st century may have witnessed expansion of higher educational institutions, but who can afford it? Sushree Panigrahi & Jeet Singh look at the numbers.

Bain sues EY in US court for $60-mn loss in Lilliput

Bain sues EY in US court for $60-mn loss in Lilliput

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Bain alleges that it invested around $60 mn based on false financial statements that EY had audited and certified

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 16 images

US will have 9,800 troops in Afghanistan in 2015: Obama

US will have 9,800 troops in Afghanistan in 2015: Obama

Rediff.com28 May 2014

President Barack Obama has said that the United States will reduce its troops to 9,800 in Afghanistan by the end of this year before a complete withdrawal takes place by the end of 2016.

What Donald Trump is in love with

What Donald Trump is in love with

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

'Trump said the Republicans had 'moved too far toward the extreme right' and that he was capable of capturing more than the 'really staunch-right wacko vote' by reaching middle-of-the-road Americans.'

Customers, dealers left in the dark on VW scandal

Customers, dealers left in the dark on VW scandal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

The German group has set aside 6.5 billion euros ($7.3 billion) to help cover the costs of the crisis and said that 11 million of its cars could be affected worldwide.

A warrior prince rises in Arabia

A warrior prince rises in Arabia

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

The Middle East's power house is about to get a new ruler who is only 31 and he may lead Saudi Arabia for decades, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why put a con artist in White House, asks Obama as he bats for Hillary

Why put a con artist in White House, asks Obama as he bats for Hillary

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton is the only candidate in the race to the White House who has devoted her entire life to the people of America, outgoing US President Barack Obama has said.

Trump vs Clinton likely after big wins on 'Super Tuesday'

Trump vs Clinton likely after big wins on 'Super Tuesday'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Democrat Hillary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump have both won the most states in the biggest day of the race for the US presidential nomination.

Trump supporters, protestors clash in San Diego, 35 arrested

Trump supporters, protestors clash in San Diego, 35 arrested

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Hundreds of Donald Trump supporters and protestors clashed outside an election rally of the presumptive Republican presidential nominee in San Diego.

Brijmohan Lall Munjal: A hero forever

Brijmohan Lall Munjal: A hero forever

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Brijmohan Lall Munjal was a perfectionist, who empathised with people who worked for him.

Trump, Clinton share spoils with rivals on 'Super Saturday'

Trump, Clinton share spoils with rivals on 'Super Saturday'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

Republican Ted Cruz posted two crucial wins over front-runner Donald Trump who also triumphed in two states in Sunday's multi-state vote while in the Democratic camp Bernie Sanders clawed his way back into the presidential contest with two victories over Hillary Clinton.

US midterm elections: Republicans win control of Senate; Democrats suffer massive setback

US midterm elections: Republicans win control of Senate; Democrats suffer massive setback

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

In a debacle for Barack Obama and the Democratic Party, Republicans today gained control of the United States Senate and increased its majority in the House of Representatives in a sweeping midterm election win that could complicate the President's final two years in office.

The Week that Was

The Week that Was

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Here's a look at the events that shaped the world last week.

Stunning photos from the week gone by

Stunning photos from the week gone by

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Images of the events that shaped the world last week.

Freedom from H-1B: Can Indian IT firms do it?

Freedom from H-1B: Can Indian IT firms do it?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Amid Trump's expected action against employment visas, India's bellwether IT firms reveal they have been preparing for this eventuality for years.

After fiery debate, Clinton, Trump trade barbs at charity event

After fiery debate, Clinton, Trump trade barbs at charity event

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Clinton and Trump came face-to-face at a white-tie charity dinner at the Waldorf Astoria, barely 24 hours after they clashed with each other at the third and final vitriolic presidential debate in Las Vegas.