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Pakistani gets 6-yr RI for firing at army, police

Pakistani gets 6-yr RI for firing at army, police

Rediff.com22 Jan 2010

A Delhi court sentenced a Pakistani national to six years rigorous imprisonment on Friday for opening fire at the police and army personnel in an encounter during search operation in Jammu and Kashmir in 2004.

Separating? Take stock of your finances!

Separating? Take stock of your finances!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

While separation is traumatic for both the concerned, a woman is particularly more affected. This is where proper financial planning is important, so that if divorce occurs, the financial affairs are handled seamlessly. Here are the most important things that must be considered when separating.

Carpet exports grow by 22% to $3.60 mn

Carpet exports grow by 22% to $3.60 mn

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

India's carpet export rose by 22 per cent to $3.60 million (about 17 crore) in June year-on-year on account of good orders from the US and Europe.

Derivatives deals: Exporters accuse banks

Derivatives deals: Exporters accuse banks

Rediff.com4 Jun 2008

Exporters involved in legal disputes with several private sector banks over foreign exchange derivative deals are now accusing the latter of violating the Foreign Exchange Management Act guidelines. Around 50 exporters in various states including Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Punjab have taken private banks like ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and HDFC Bank to court over foreign exchange derivative deals.

Ronaldo's return boosts Real for Barca trip

Ronaldo's return boosts Real for Barca trip

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

Cristiano Ronaldo's return to fitness has strengthened Real Madrid in time for their eagerly anticipated trip to face Barcelona at the Nou Camp on Sunday.

Clueless in California

Clueless in California

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Being in the heart of the Silicon Valley was an education in itself. Today it is the most exciting area of synergy between the US and India and Indian achievement.

BJP's Rajya Sabha member may join AIADMK

BJP's Rajya Sabha member may join AIADMK

Rediff.com5 Jul 2009

Bharatiya Janata Party's Rajya Sabha member Su Thirunavukkarasar has decided to resign from the party and the upper House of the Parliament as he is all set to rejoin the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.Su Thirunavukkarasar said that he would take a final decision on the matter after he talked to senior BJP leaders L K Advani and Rajnath Singh. The 60-year old leader unsuccessfully contested from Ramanathapuram in the Parliamentary polls

Milan foiled by late Diego equaliser

Milan foiled by late Diego equaliser

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

A late equaliser from Werder Bremen's Brazilian international Diego denied AC Milan victory in their UEFA Cup first knockout round first leg tie in Germany on Wednesday.

Ambani brothers directed to take mother's help

Ambani brothers directed to take mother's help

Rediff.com16 Jun 2009

The Bombay high court, while pronouncing the verdict on the gas dispute on Monday, advised the Ambani brothers for the second time to settle their row in consultation with their mother.

Is India's telecom sector in deep trouble?

Is India's telecom sector in deep trouble?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

There are 10 million new subscribers each month, but they're not adding much value - telecom revenues are flat as a chapatti.

IIT-R opens PG, PhD admissions

IIT-R opens PG, PhD admissions

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-R) invites applications for its post-graduate and PhD admissions 2008-09.

Three SIMI workers convicted by MP court

Three SIMI workers convicted by MP court

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

A court in Indore has sentenced three workers of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India to one-year rigorous imprisonment for attempting to create communal hatred.First Class Judicial Magistrate Neelesh Yadav on Wednesday convicted Parvez (32), Sajid Pasha(38) and Imran(30), all residents of Nayapura in the city.According to the prosecution, the accused were running SIMI activities from Nayapura area and literature aimed at creating communal hatred.

Bosch to temporarily shut down Bangalore plant

Bosch to temporarily shut down Bangalore plant

Rediff.com18 Dec 2008

Earlier this week, Bosch had said it would temporarily stop producing auto parts in India as part of its global working hours rationalisation programme due to the slowdown in international markets. The company is also closing down temporarily the manufacturing activities of starters and generators at its Naganathapura plant from December 19-31.

Govt refuses Lodha bid for Finlay Mill

Govt refuses Lodha bid for Finlay Mill

Rediff.com19 Aug 2009

According to sources close to the development, the ministry feels that the National Textile Corporation (NTC), which has put the land on sale, will get better prices than the bid put in by Lodha Developers. The company, which had initially placed a bid of Rs 657.90 crore (Rs 6.57 billion), later hiked it to Rs 710 crore (Rs 7.1 billion), following a request from NTC.

Sensex confronts China scare

Sensex confronts China scare

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

The NSE Nifty ended at 4,514, down 51 points. The Sensex has declined 206 points in the last three days. The market breadth was fairly negative, Out of 2,724 stocks traded, 1,558 stocks declined while 1,089 advanced.

Study UK: 'Will my work experience help?'

Study UK: 'Will my work experience help?'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Education UK experts at British Council hosted a chat with readers on July 24. The transcript.

Get your tax facts right!

Get your tax facts right!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

When errors crop up due to lack of awareness you could end up evading tax unknowingly. That could turn out to be a costly mistake somewhere down the road. So be wise, get your tax facts right. Here is a quick sample checklist for you.

FDI in India dips 47% in May

FDI in India dips 47% in May

Rediff.com20 Jul 2009

Foreign direct investment in India dipped by about 47 per cent to $2.1 billion in May due to the global recession and the trend is likely to continue for some more months, a senior government official said on Monday.

'US detained terror suspects on floating prisons'

'US detained terror suspects on floating prisons'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2008

In a report to be published this year, human rights lawyers claim the United States is indefinitely holding suspected terrorists onboard a fleet of as many as 17 'floating prisons'. They further assert that there has been an attempt to obfuscate the situation, particularly the number and location of detainees.

New strategy for Afghan, Pak: Obama

New strategy for Afghan, Pak: Obama

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

Sending a strong message to Pakistan and Afghanistan, United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday asserted that terrorists will not be allowed to plot against the US from safe havens 'half a world away'. "With our friends and allies, we will forge a new and comprehensive strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan to defeat Al Qaeda and combat extremism," Obama said in his maiden address to the joint session of the US Congress.

Obama 's popularity dipping: Survey

Obama 's popularity dipping: Survey

Rediff.com1 May 2008

According to New York Times/CBS survey released on Wednesday, 51 per cent of Democratic primary voters now expect Obama to win the nomination, down from 69 a month ago. At least 48 per cent of Democrats now say Obama is the candidate with the best chance of beating Senator John McCain, the presumptive Republican nominee, down from 56 per cent a month ago. The Pennsylvania primary defeat and renewed furor over his former pastor's anti-American rhetoric has led to the fall.

Lehman bankruptcy will hit IIM placements

Lehman bankruptcy will hit IIM placements

Rediff.com16 Sep 2008

With America's fourth largest investment bank Lehman Brothers filing for bankruptcy protection and Merrill Lynch being bought over by the Bank of America, placements at the Indian Institutes of Management will be affected.

Anil Ambani: Most wanted brother

Anil Ambani: Most wanted brother

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

Everybody wants to tie a rakhi on Anil Ambani!

AMU rape incident 'orchestrated': Inquiry report

AMU rape incident 'orchestrated': Inquiry report

Rediff.com22 Sep 2007

The committee has concluded that the alleged victim was a creation of the conspiracy as she had claimed that her name had been dragged into the controversy with malafide intentions.

Why global brands now rise in the east

Why global brands now rise in the east

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

The shift in consumer buying power towards emerging markets is not only giving Chinese brands a much better chance of breaking out of their domestic market but is also subtly altering how western companies develop and market global brands.

75 held; full protection to outsiders: Deshmukh

75 held; full protection to outsiders: Deshmukh

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

With the Centre asking the state government to take proper steps to maintain law and order, Deshmukh said stern action would be taken against the guilty and there will be full protection for those living in Mumbai.

New UK work visas decoded

New UK work visas decoded

Rediff.com31 Oct 2008

There has been a lot of confusion over the newly introduced points-based system for individuals applying to work in the UK. Here we look at the main facets of the new system.

Tiger wins opening match on return

Tiger wins opening match on return

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

Tiger Woods ended his eight-month absence from the PGA Tour in triumphant style by beating Australian Brendan Jones 3&2 at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship in Arizona on Wednesday. The American world number one, sidelined by injury since his US Open victory last June, launched his title defence with a birdie at the opening hole before sealing the win on the 16th.

Senators seek H-1B hiring ban

Senators seek H-1B hiring ban

Rediff.com6 Feb 2009

In what could be a cause of worry for Indian IT professionals, two US Senators have introduced amendments to the economic stimulus bill, which if passed would prevent US companies receiving the federal bailout money, from hiring H-1B visa holders.

Bryan brothers prepare for all eventualities

Bryan brothers prepare for all eventualities

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

Flexibility will be the watchword for the Bryan brothers as they prepare for Saturday's doubles match against defending champions Russia in the Davis Cup final. Although the Russians nominated world number four Nikolay Davydenko and Igor Andreev in Thursday's draw ceremony, the Americans believe that doubles pairing could be changed.

MP shown the door; Rajya Sabha in deadlock

MP shown the door; Rajya Sabha in deadlock

Rediff.com24 Apr 2008

Business in Rajya Sabha was on Thursday deadlocked with the opposition objecting to All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader V Maitreyan being asked to leave the House after he sought the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's response to charges against his cabinet colleague T R Baalu for favouring his sons' firms.

In tactical ops, Army killed 138 Pak soldiers in 2017

In tactical ops, Army killed 138 Pak soldiers in 2017

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The Indian Army lost 28 soldiers during the same period along the LoC

Zimbabwe beats Kenya by 109 runs

Zimbabwe beats Kenya by 109 runs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

Elton Chigumbura hit 79 and claimed two wickets to lead Zimbabwe to a 109-run win over Kenya in the first of a five-match limited-overs series in Mombasa on Tuesday.

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended; MEA issues advisory for Kailash pilgrims

Amarnath Yatra remains suspended; MEA issues advisory for Kailash pilgrims

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

The advisory comes in the wake of the recent inclement weather along the Nepalganj-Simikot-Hilsa route of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Nepal, and the consequent stranding of pilgrims for over a week.

Subhiksha to foray into durables retail

Subhiksha to foray into durables retail

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

Recently, IT czar Azim Premji bought a 10 per cent stake in Subhiksha through his personal investment arm for nearly Rs 230 crore, valuing the retailer at Rs 2,300 crore. Premji's firm purchased this stake from ICICI Venture. However, this time around, Subhiksha promoters are expected to issue fresh equity to investors and expect the valuation to be around Rs 3,800 crore, sources said.

Hope floats on KG basin gas

Hope floats on KG basin gas

Rediff.com8 Sep 2008

Fertiliser, power plants plan expansion in anticipation

Sacked directors may be barred for 5 years

Sacked directors may be barred for 5 years

Rediff.com10 Jan 2009

It may be the end of a boardroom for life for Ram Manyampati, the interim chief executive officer of Satyam Computer Services and the two independent directors T R Prasad and V S Raju.

'Asian Hero' Gautam Goswami is no more

'Asian Hero' Gautam Goswami is no more

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

Gautam Goswami, a 1991 batch IAS officer and winner of the prestigious Time Magazine's "Young Asian Achiever Award" died of pancreatic cancer at a private nursing home in Patna today, hospital sources said.

RBI fillip for bank funds

RBI fillip for bank funds

Rediff.com11 Dec 2008

Given that inflation numbers have come back to single-digit levels, there are expectations of further rate cuts.

Fabregas wants fresh start for Arsenal

Fabregas wants fresh start for Arsenal

Rediff.com26 Nov 2008

Cesc Fabregas hopes the beginning of his tenure as Arsenal's club captain can signify a fresh start and a turning point in their season.