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India must overcome 'tremendous' challenges to realise potential, says top Indian-American diplomat

India must overcome 'tremendous' challenges to realise potential, says top Indian-American diplomat

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The US wants its trade with India to grow multi-fold, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Nisha Desai Biswal told lawmakers.

H-1B system needs 'common sense' reforms: Congressman Ro Khanna

H-1B system needs 'common sense' reforms: Congressman Ro Khanna

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

Let's fix the system, end the abuses but make sure we recognise the role of immigrants in creating jobs: Khanna.

IOC defends 'Anti-Sex' beds at Tokyo Games Village

IOC defends 'Anti-Sex' beds at Tokyo Games Village

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The beds have been manufactured such that after both the marquee events, the beds will be recycled into paper products, while the mattresses formed of polyethylene materials will be reused for plastic products.

Advances in spike technology are laughable and unfair, says Bolt

Advances in spike technology are laughable and unfair, says Bolt

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Usain Bolt said that advances in spike technology that could help wipe out his world records are laughable and that the new shoes also give an unfair advantage over any athletes not wearing them.

Indian-American author pleads guilty in Senate campaign scheme

Indian-American author pleads guilty in Senate campaign scheme

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Conservative Indian-American author and filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza, who has been critical of President Barack Obama through his works, pleaded guilty before a US court to violating election campaign law by making illegal contributions to a Senate campaign.

Why shale holdings of RIL, GAIL are under pressure

Why shale holdings of RIL, GAIL are under pressure

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

American refiners closed some of their production, leading to futures trade benchmarked to the West Texas Intermediate going negative.

Dom's Take: Trump's latest flip flop

Dom's Take: Trump's latest flip flop

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Why did the Trump administration perform a back flip on Tuesday and cancel its order on foreign students?

Larry King, veteran US broadcaster, dies aged 87

Larry King, veteran US broadcaster, dies aged 87

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Described as the 'Muhammad Ali of the broadcast interview;' King conducted over 50,000 high-profile talks with presidents, world leaders, Hollywood royalty and sports stars during the course of his career that spanned over six decades.

Engaged with US entities for procurement of vaccines: MEA

Engaged with US entities for procurement of vaccines: MEA

Rediff.com20 May 2021

India is engaged with American entities for procurement of COVID-19 vaccines from the United States and their possible manufacturing in the country subsequently, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.

US says India is discriminating against its telco manufacturers

US says India is discriminating against its telco manufacturers

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Expressing deep concerns over India's policy of preferring domestically manufactured information and communication technology goods, the apex body of US telecom industry has told lawmakers that this will have negative impact on exports and economic competitiveness.

Amazon, Flipkart HQs get battle-ready: Draw up sales strategy in war rooms

Amazon, Flipkart HQs get battle-ready: Draw up sales strategy in war rooms

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

E-commerce companies managed to beat the odds by adopting a flexible approach in terms of transforming their business models and leveraging emerging technologies. They had to constantly align their objectives with evolving customer needs. With companies hiring thousands of temporary workers, expanding to smaller cities, and launching new products, e-commerce giants gird up to celebrate the peak festival season without Covid restrictions after a three-year time-out.

Boots UK sale abandoned; RIL to look for other opportunities

Boots UK sale abandoned; RIL to look for other opportunities

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

American retail major Walgreens Boots Alliance on Tuesday said it would retain its pharma retail business - Boots UK - thus abandoning the entire sale process. The company did not make any comment specifically on the offer made by Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Industries (RIL), which had made a bid for the company last month. "As a result of market instability severely impacting financing availability, no third party has been able to make an offer that adequately reflects the high potential value of Boots and No7 Beauty Company.

10 Haircare Mistakes To Avoid

10 Haircare Mistakes To Avoid

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Dust, dirt, and excess oils can clog scalp pores, causing hair loss or delayed growth, warns Dr Abhishek Pilani.

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Aseem Chhabra highlights 10 films that moved him, films that may show up in theatres near you.

Biden bars Russian flights, says Putin wrong, US is ready

Biden bars Russian flights, says Putin wrong, US is ready

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

"Throughout our history we've learned this lesson -- when dictators do not pay a price for their aggression, they cause more chaos. They keep moving. And, the costs and threats to America and the world keep rising," Biden said addressing the joint session of the Congress in his first State of the Union.

The American prof who's made a movie about India

The American prof who's made a movie about India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Meet Srihari Sathe. Producer. Director. Professor.

Riding on innovation, Old Monk eyes record 10 million sales next year

Riding on innovation, Old Monk eyes record 10 million sales next year

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

With innovations such as the introduction of new variants and the launch of tetra packs, Mohan Meakin (MML) aims to achieve a record high sales of around 10 million units of Old Monk in 2022. From almost 3 million units a few years ago, sales volume has rebounded substantially. "Today, we are over 8 million units and are targeting record sales of 10 million next year," said Vinay Mohan, the director of Mohan Meakin (MML). Mohan said the company had started giving franchisees in states where tetra packs have good sales.

'India needs 6 carriers like the Vikrant'

'India needs 6 carriers like the Vikrant'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

'... To ensure that the vast Indian Ocean Region remain peaceful.'

Out Of Africa: The Real Story Behind World Cup

Out Of Africa: The Real Story Behind World Cup

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

More than 50 Africa-born or African-origin players are spread across 11 teams -- excluding sides from the continent -- that are part of the tournament in Qatar.

When 'national pride' trumps obvious questions

When 'national pride' trumps obvious questions

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Should we not stop uncritically celebrating NRIs' elevation without regard to what kind of companies they are getting to run, and the nature of their products or business practices, asks T N Ninan.

OTT Releases COMING UP in June

OTT Releases COMING UP in June

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

It is going to be an exciting month on the OTT platform in June, as there is a lot of variety in store.

Serena retirement heralds sunset of sport's golden era

Serena retirement heralds sunset of sport's golden era

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Her last Grand Slam triumph came in 2017 and she has not won a WTA title since lifting the ASB Classic in Auckland at the start of the 2020 season.

American premium burger chain Carl's Jr set to enter India

American premium burger chain Carl's Jr set to enter India

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

The brand which has been endorsed by the likes of Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian and Padma Lakshmi will open the first outlet in New Delhi next April.

What made the Oscars so DIFFERENT

What made the Oscars so DIFFERENT

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

Despite the smaller scale of the event, the mood at the ceremony was cheerful, notes Aseem Chhabra.

US to donate 50cr Pfizer vaccines to low-income nations

US to donate 50cr Pfizer vaccines to low-income nations

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

This is the largest-ever purchase and donation of vaccines by a single country and a commitment by the American people to help protect people around the world from COVID-19, the White House said ahead of the announcement by Biden at the G-7 Summit in the UK.

Reliance Retail acquires sole control of Just Dial

Reliance Retail acquires sole control of Just Dial

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Retail on Thursday said it has acquired sole control of 25-year-old search and discovery firm Just Dial. The firm's subsidiary Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd had in July announced a deal to buy a controlling stake in Just Dial for Rs 3,497 crore. Further to that announcement, "RRVL has now taken sole control of Just Dial Ltd in accordance with the SEBI Takeover Regulations with effect from September 1, 2021."

Whither The Middle Class?

Whither The Middle Class?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Ajit Balakrishnan on how to arrest a worldwide decline.

Pharma majors shift focus to inhalants, nasal spray for Covid

Pharma majors shift focus to inhalants, nasal spray for Covid

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

While Lupin is working on a Remdesivir powder for inhalation, Glenmark has tied up with a Canadian Biotech firm for nitric oxide nasal spray that reduces Sars-CoV-2 viral load and thus transmission.

Imran paying price for being 'disobedient' to US: Russia

Imran paying price for being 'disobedient' to US: Russia

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Khan met Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin on February 24, the day the Russian leader had ordered a "special military operation" against Ukraine.

Uttam's Take: I Can't Breathe

Uttam's Take: I Can't Breathe

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

Uttam Ghosh offers his take on the protests that have swept across America and President Trump's bizarre responses after George Floyd, an African American died in Minneapolis on May 25 after a white police officer pinned him to the ground.

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

In a major expansion into sportswear and lifestyle wear segment, the Kumar Mangalam Birla-led Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail has signed a long-term licensing agreement with Authentic Brand Group of New York, which has the marketing and branding rights of Reebok, to run the operations of the global sportswear, athletic and lifestyle major in the country and ASEAN markets. The new agreement between the largest domestic multi-brand fashion retailer and Authentic Brand is an extension of their existing relationship as ABFRL already markets and sells some ABG brands like Forever 21. The agreement follows the global transfer of ownership of the Reebok brand from Adidas to ABG, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022.

When Biden met Modi: Remembering Gandhi, Kamala's mom, and jibes at press

When Biden met Modi: Remembering Gandhi, Kamala's mom, and jibes at press

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden on Friday remembered Mahatma Gandhi, a week ahead of his birth anniversary on October 2, recalling the values advocated by the apostle of peace of non-violence, tolerance, respect and human trusteeship.

Adi Godrej to step down from GCPL board in Sep; to remain as Chairman Emeritus

Adi Godrej to step down from GCPL board in Sep; to remain as Chairman Emeritus

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

After stepping down from the board with effect from September 30, he will remain as Chairman Emeritus of the FMCG firm, according to a statement issued on Wednesday. The 79-year-old industrialist passed on the baton of GCPL to his younger daughter Nisaba Godrej in 2017 after leading the company for 17 years.

US sets new record with over 3,000 COVID deaths in 1 day

US sets new record with over 3,000 COVID deaths in 1 day

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The previous single-day record was on May 7 at 2,769 deaths.

'Most countries won't forgive deaths of children'

'Most countries won't forgive deaths of children'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

'The deaths of the children in the Gambia would batter India's reputation as the developing world's pharmacy.'

Apple plans to roll out Made-in-India iPhone 12 by mid-2021

Apple plans to roll out Made-in-India iPhone 12 by mid-2021

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Till recently, iPhone production in India was limited to older models at a lower price tag. So far, Apple has localised production of five smartphone models - iPhone SE (1st Gen), 6S, 7, XR and 11.

Writing With Fire: Only Indian Film In The Oscar Race

Writing With Fire: Only Indian Film In The Oscar Race

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'This is a film that speaks to the spirit of women who have been cast into the bottom of India's social hierarchy, and how they have navigated their way to redefine the meaning of power.'

Penelope, Bradley, Rintu Get Together for Oscars Luncheon

Penelope, Bradley, Rintu Get Together for Oscars Luncheon

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

The nominees for the Academy Awards enjoyed a special Oscar luncheon at the Fairmont Century Plaza in California on March 7, 20 days before the big day on March 27.

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Apple unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 14 during its 'Far Out' event on Wednesday along with the iPhone 14 Plus variant, the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. This new lineup is inspired by the iPhone 13, with sharp metal edges, rounded corners, a glass back, the recognisable notch at the top of the handset, and a lightning port.

American drone strike kills 6 in Pakistan

American drone strike kills 6 in Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

The drone fired three missiles on a compound believed to be owned by the Haqqani network of Afghan Taliban in the village of Darga Mandi in Ghulam Khan Tehsil late last night.