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FIFA awards: And the winner is, once again...

FIFA awards: And the winner is, once again...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Messi named FIFA player of 2022, England women rewarded for Euro campaign

US media praises Modi for 'rebuking' Putin over Ukraine war

US media praises Modi for 'rebuking' Putin over Ukraine war

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

The Modi-Putin conversation in Samarkand was widely carried by the mainstream American media.

Companies that offer the best EMI scheme on smartphones

Companies that offer the best EMI scheme on smartphones

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Though manufacturers advertise it as a 'zero processing fee' offer, credit card companies may still levy charges making the phone expensive by over eight per cent.

Stranded in Russia for 2 days, Air India flyers finally reach US

Stranded in Russia for 2 days, Air India flyers finally reach US

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Flight AI173 from Delhi was diverted to Magadan in Russia on Tuesday owing to an engine glitch, the Tata Group-owned private carrier said in a statement.

Jaishankar takes a dig at US media for 'biased' India coverage

Jaishankar takes a dig at US media for 'biased' India coverage

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has slammed the mainstream American media, including The Washington Post, for their 'biased' coverage of India.

Banks entice uber rich with super-premium credit cards

Banks entice uber rich with super-premium credit cards

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

As the country's HNI population is on a rise, the segment is hard to ignore for domestic banks.

'Sochi is safe, Americans should go if they wish'

'Sochi is safe, Americans should go if they wish'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2014

President Barack Obama said in an interview broadcast on Friday that he believes the Russian city of Sochi is safe and that Americans who want to go to the Olympics should go.

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Modi said this 'special invitation' from President Joseph Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a state visit is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between the democracies.

First look: Mark Spitz and Michael Phelps

First look: Mark Spitz and Michael Phelps

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

American swimming legend Mark Spitz posed with the new Sports Illustrated Magazine featuring Olympic champion swimmer Michael Phelps on the cover at the Hyatt Resorts 'Vacation Training Camp' competition at Grand Central Station in New York City on Wednesday.

Elton John to replace Simon as American Idol judge

Elton John to replace Simon as American Idol judge

Rediff.com10 May 2010

American Idol bosses are demanding Sir Elton John to replace Simon Cowell as one of the judges on the show.

US expresses grave concern over Lakhvi's release by Pak

US expresses grave concern over Lakhvi's release by Pak

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

It has repeatedly asked Pakistan to follow through on its commitment to ensure justice for the 26/11 victims

The 'Indian Express' still surging

The 'Indian Express' still surging

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

At the start of 2011 Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi ended a nine-year separation when they teamed up for the Chennai Open and capped a glorious reunion by winning their fifth crown at the tournament.

Amex to cut 5,400 jobs; take $287mn restructuring charge

Amex to cut 5,400 jobs; take $287mn restructuring charge

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

The charge is likely to lower the company's adjusted fourth quarter net income by 46 per cent from a year earlier.

Don't Miss! India's Most Expensive Off The Ramp Styles

Don't Miss! India's Most Expensive Off The Ramp Styles

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Fashionistas with a distinct sense of style share their fundas.

Cancer Research Is Hampered By Lack Of Racial Data

Cancer Research Is Hampered By Lack Of Racial Data

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Cancer has no race, so why do new innovative cancer drugs discriminate based on race and ethnic groups, asks Digonto Chatterjee.

19 Brilliant Movies You Need To Watch

19 Brilliant Movies You Need To Watch

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives us a lowdown on all those wonderful movies she saw and movies you need to see as and when they arrive to a screen or streaming space near you.

Modi in Washington; to receive ceremonial welcome at White House

Modi in Washington; to receive ceremonial welcome at White House

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The prime minister, who is visiting the US at the invitation of President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, will join them for the state banquet along with a number of dignitaries on Thursday.

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India scripted history as the ambitious third Moon mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) touched down on the Moon's south pole, propelling the country to an exclusive club of four and making it the first nation to land on the uncharted surface.

Giant In The Earth: M S Swaminathan

Giant In The Earth: M S Swaminathan

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Dr Shreekant Sambrani pays tribute to M S Swaminathan, renowned agricultural scientist and a lifelong crusader against hunger who passed away in Chennai recently.

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The eastern theatre command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army successfully completed all tasks of its combat readiness patrols and exercises around Taiwan Island, official media in Beijing reported.

Held hostage in Goa row over property, claims French actress

Held hostage in Goa row over property, claims French actress

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A 75-year-old French actor has alleged she is being held "hostage" in her house at Calangute in North Goa since earlier this week over a property dispute and finds herself in a "dangerous situation".

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The attack on Rushdie sent shock waves around the world, with world leaders and literary stalwarts saying they were appalled at the attack on the author who championed free speech and lived under the threat of assassination for nearly half his life.

What Was The Most Dangerous Decade Post Independence?

What Was The Most Dangerous Decade Post Independence?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

The competition for the worst or most perilous 10 years has always been between the 1960s and the 1980s, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Reimagining Venture Capital

Reimagining Venture Capital

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Ajit Balakrishnan on keeping an eye on democratising finance in India.

Can you identify these ad slogans?

Can you identify these ad slogans?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

A slogan brings out the product's feature and gives the brand an identity. If the slogan manages to capture the customers' attention, then it is pronounced as an instant winner. Why? It not helps the brand break the clutter, but it makes an instant connection with the customer.

Domestic, international airfares rise 9%

Domestic, international airfares rise 9%

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

While the q-o-q domestic fares rose by 29%, the year-over-year increase was 11%.

Amex card in just a day

Amex card in just a day

Rediff.com20 Oct 2004

American Express on Wednesday launched a new scheme offering its co-branded card to domestic travellers at airports with a commitment to deliver the card the same day for returning passengers.

Give Liverpool full points if United game is called off: Klopp

Give Liverpool full points if United game is called off: Klopp

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said that his side should be awarded the three points if Monday's game against Manchester United at Old Trafford is called off due to home fans protesting against their owners.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

India, A Miracle And A Wonder

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'There are many things we need to work on.' 'At the heart of it is, one, the extent of inequality, which is not good for democracy and nation; two, a structural decline on how a country ought to function, how people should be held accountable, whose role is what.'

High oil prices, growth to keep airfares expensive

High oil prices, growth to keep airfares expensive

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

According to the 'American Express Business Travel Monitor' which tracks and analyses published airfares on a quarterly basis, 'although fares moderated in the fourth quarter, the influences of rising oil prices and economic growth in the region are too strong to keep prices steady'.

10 Largecaps Stocks To Lead Bulls Charge

10 Largecaps Stocks To Lead Bulls Charge

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

These stocks offer the best combination of maximum 'buy' recommendations from brokerages and share price upside over the next 12 months.

What it takes for an MBA to build a career abroad

What it takes for an MBA to build a career abroad

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

There are three ways an Indian MBA can hope to build a career abroad but each path requires clarity and richness of work experience, says guest writer Abhishek, Director of Global Merchant Services at American Express in New York.

Indian CFOs most optimistic in the world

Indian CFOs most optimistic in the world

Rediff.com17 May 2011

93 per cent Indians expect to see modest or substantial top-line growth at their companies.

India in danger of becoming Hindu nationalist State: US Congressman

India in danger of becoming Hindu nationalist State: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'I am a lover of Hinduism, a lover of Jainism, Buddhism and other religions that were born in India, but we need to protect the rights of all people there. Whether they're Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Jews, Christians, Jains'

One person arrested for vandalising Indian high commission in London

One person arrested for vandalising Indian high commission in London

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Security was beefed up around the Indian high commission in London on Monday and Scotland Yard detained one person in connection with vandalism at the mission by Khalistan supporters a day earlier as India asked the UK to quickly arrest and prosecute those involved in the attack.

'Can't express the horror we feel': Kansas Guv writes to PM Modi over techie's murder

'Can't express the horror we feel': Kansas Guv writes to PM Modi over techie's murder

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Kansas Governor San Brownback has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing "profound regret" at the terrible act of violence against the Indian nationals last month and said that acts of hate and intolerance have no place in his state.

Kangana, Will You Paint A True Picture Of The Emergency?

Kangana, Will You Paint A True Picture Of The Emergency?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Hope this film would be able to teach Indians the value of their rights and the perils of exchanging those for 'economic development' or promises of a better future by some populist leader, notes Utkarsh Mishra.

The Smart Thing Vs The Right Thing

The Smart Thing Vs The Right Thing

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

What should one choose to do, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.