News for 'Asia Pacific'

Beware! Indians are vulnerable to Zika virus: Study

Beware! Indians are vulnerable to Zika virus: Study

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

High travel volumes from the disease affected areas in the America, presence of mosquitoes capable of transmitting the virus and limited health resources can lead to Zika virus.

Piyush Pandey is vice chairman of O&M A-Pac

Piyush Pandey is vice chairman of O&M A-Pac

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

Piyush Pandey was elected the vice chairman of Ogilvy & Mather Asia Pacific by the agency's regional board on Friday.

PM Modi, President, Dhoni congratulate Vijender

PM Modi, President, Dhoni congratulate Vijender

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modicongratulated Vijender Singh on clinching the WBO Asia Pacific Super Middleweight title, saying that the star boxer has made the country proud with his feat.

7 Indians feature in Forbes Asia's Heroes of Philanthropy list

7 Indians feature in Forbes Asia's Heroes of Philanthropy list

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Of the, four are co-founders of Infosys.

Will Trump 2.0 continue pro-India policies?

Will Trump 2.0 continue pro-India policies?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

A leading expert predicts that the incoming Trump administration will likely continue its pro-India policies, including the Indo-Pacific strategy and Quad, but highlights potential challenges such as trade disagreements, immigration issues, and a possible quid pro quo for technology sharing. The expert also notes that the Trump 2.0 administration may prioritize great power politics over strategic altruism, potentially impacting human rights and religious freedom concerns.

Russia announces Modi, Putin to meet on SCO sidelines

Russia announces Modi, Putin to meet on SCO sidelines

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Uzbekistan this week and discuss issues of strategic stability, the situation in the Asia Pacific region and bilateral cooperation within the UN and G20, the Kremlin has announced.

Despite opposition, Pakistan re-elected to UN rights body

Despite opposition, Pakistan re-elected to UN rights body

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

In a secret-ballot voting in the 193-member UN General Assembly on that race, Pakistan secured 169 votes.

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Proceedings of both Houses of Parliament were disrupted on Monday as the treasury benches accused top Congress leaders of colluding with billionaire investor George Soros to destabilise the country, triggering protests from opposition members.

Indians least willing to take risks in business

Indians least willing to take risks in business

Rediff.com23 Jun 2009

Indians are ultra conservative when it comes to taking personal or business risk and are also the most reluctant to use the services of financial advisers than their peers in the Asia Pacific region, reinsurance major Swiss Re said in a survey.

Banga quits Citi to join MasterCard

Banga quits Citi to join MasterCard

Rediff.com22 Jun 2009

Banga's exit is being seen as a blow to Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit, who said in a speech this week that the bank would look abroad for growth as the US economy slows. At MasterCard, he will be responsible for key business operations, including customer relationships globally, products, services, marketing, technology and operations.

'DTH will drive Indian cable industry growth'

'DTH will drive Indian cable industry growth'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2005

China with a growth rate of 25 per cent and India at 18 per cent, are among the fastest growing markets fueling the boom in entertainment

Indian consumers most optimistic in A-Pac

Indian consumers most optimistic in A-Pac

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

Indian consumers are the most optimistic lot in the Asia Pacific region, says a study that gauged their mood for the second half of 2009.

Citigroup to hold fast in China and India

Citigroup to hold fast in China and India

Rediff.com28 May 2009

The head of Citigroup's Asian operations ruled out selling the US group's stakes in Chinese and Indian banks.

Skill development new HR mantra

Skill development new HR mantra

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

'Total rewards' is a talent management strategy sketched around three factors -- compensation, including basic pay and incentive; benefits inclusive of retirement plans and work-life programmes; and careers which incorporates stretch assignments, training and development and other opportunities within the country.

BT opens APAC centre in India, hires 30

BT opens APAC centre in India, hires 30

Rediff.com14 Apr 2009

Communications solutions and services provider British Telecommunications' (BT) Indian arm, BT India (BTI), on Tuesday said it will invest 375,000 pounds (about $558,418) for setting up its Asia Pacific security operations centre (SOC) in the country.

ISB 2008 batch gets Rs 19 lakh placement offer

ISB 2008 batch gets Rs 19 lakh placement offer

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

The comprehensive average of all the international offers, including those from the US, Europe, Asia Pacific and West Asia stood at $1,44,812. According to ISB's report, the international averages of the US stood at $1,38,614, Europe at $1,56,658, Asia Pacific at $1,45,607 and West Asia at $1,25,389. The number of international companies visiting the ISB has doubled this year with 41 new foreign firms visiting the campus for the first time.

India set to become a hub for Ford: Mulally

India set to become a hub for Ford: Mulally

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

With India leading the small SUV market and attracting majority of investments from Ford Motor Company, the country is set to become a hub for the US automobile major, a top official said.

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Reports (not denied by India) that the USA had 'for the first time provided real-time details to their Indian counterparts on the Chinese positions and force strength in advance of a PLA incursion' into Tawang at the LAC in December 2022, helping India thwart China's expansionist designs, show how operationally effective the USA-India friendship has become on the ground. A engaging excerpt from Sreeram Chaulia's must-read new book, Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners.

Moody's see no liquidity issues for Asian cos

Moody's see no liquidity issues for Asian cos

Rediff.com5 Sep 2007

According to the report by Moody's Investor Service titled 'Asia Pacific Corporates Well Positioned for Liquidity Strain; Some Challenges Evident', the capacity of Asian banks to lend has not been really affected.

India may require some tough negotiations with Trump: Experts

India may require some tough negotiations with Trump: Experts

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The India-United States relationship is set to expand under the Donald Trump administration, but there could be some unease on issues like imports, tariffs and immigration, strategic affairs experts said after the Republican leader won the fiercely contested presidential election.

United States to deploy additional units in South Korea

United States to deploy additional units in South Korea

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

The US will deploy an additional Army combat force of 800 soldiers to South Korea with tanks and armoured troop carrier as part of its ongoing rebalancing efforts within Asia-Pacific region.

India Inc may give 10.6% salary hike

India Inc may give 10.6% salary hike

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

As per Hewitt's annual Salary Increase Survey 2009-10, the double-digit hike in salaries are anticipated for this year led by sectors like telecom, engineering, pharma and energy.

Sydney biz district parking among most costly

Sydney biz district parking among most costly

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

According to Colliers International's annual parking rate survey, average cost of parking a car in Sydney's CBD is Australian $733 a month, making it the fifth most expensive city in the world, AAP reported on Tuesday. The only more expensive city in the Asia Pacific for parking is Hong Kong, where the average price is $748 (Australian $939).

GM India to export 'Beat' from Jan 2011

GM India to export 'Beat' from Jan 2011

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

General Motors (GM) India Limited plans to export Beat, its compact car to Europe and countries in the Asia Pacific region, from January 2011.

India Inc may see 8% salary hike in '10: Survey

India Inc may see 8% salary hike in '10: Survey

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

According to the survey by Hong Kong-based HR Business Solutions, Asia Pacific's average pay increase (expected) for 2010 is 4.8 per cent, higher than an actual pay increase of 3.2 per cent in 2009.

Staff skills key to curbing money laundering: KPMG

Staff skills key to curbing money laundering: KPMG

Rediff.com16 Aug 2007

Banks in India and some other Asia-Pacific countries should improve skills of their staff to curb money laundering activities as training programmes are relatively unsophisticated and laws outdated, global consultancy firm KPMG has said in a report.

Only 18% firms follow compliance programs

Only 18% firms follow compliance programs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Only 18 per cent of Indian companies have implemented regulatory compliance programmes, which is lower than the Asia Pacific average of 42 per cent, according to a recent survey.

APAC cos to hike software budget by 4.4% in 2010

APAC cos to hike software budget by 4.4% in 2010

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

While overall IT budgets were expected to decline by 3.1 per cent on an average.

Ana makes Sania suffer

Ana makes Sania suffer

Rediff.com8 Jan 2009

Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza, making a comeback from a wrist injury, went down fighting against her nemesis Ana Chakvetadze, resulting in team Asia-Pacific's 0-2 defeat against Team Russia at World Team Challenge tournament in Hong Kong on Thursday.

APB to brew Heineken, Tiger in India

APB to brew Heineken, Tiger in India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2008

The crowded beer market in the country is poised to welcome two more established labels. Singapore-based Asia Pacific Breweries (APB) has decided to brew its international brands, Tiger and Heineken, in India and is looking for suitable locations.

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Japan-Philippines Send Strong Message To China

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The trigger that led Japan and the Philippines to ink the deal was because of the deteriorating security situation in the South China Sea. China's coast guard increased the frequency and intensity of incursions into Philippine waters, provoking the Philippines to take countermeasures to deter China, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

22 Indian cos in Forbes' Best under a Billion list

22 Indian cos in Forbes' Best under a Billion list

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

India, with 22 entries, is fourth in terms of the number of the companies included in the list, which is led by Greater China outperforming the others in the Asia-Pacific region with 88 entries followed by Taiwan and Japan with 24 and 23 firms, respectively. The annual 'Best Under a Billion' list picks the best 200 small and medium sized companies from 24,155 listed firms in the Asia-Pacific region.

Good prospects for banking, insurance: S&P

Good prospects for banking, insurance: S&P

Rediff.com6 Dec 2007

Global rating agency Standard & Poors (S&P) has said that despite the outlook for Indian corporates being stable, a negative bias persists with corporate entities pursuing rapid inorganic growth with leveraged buyouts and debt-supported expansion.

ChatGPT-maker fires CEO Sam Altman, co-founder quits

ChatGPT-maker fires CEO Sam Altman, co-founder quits

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Just last week, Altman presented OpenAI's new roadmap to enthusiastic developers at the company's inaugural conference.

India to see highest salary hikes in APac

India to see highest salary hikes in APac

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

India is expected to see the highest salary increases among nations in the Asia-Pacific region, of around 10.8 per cent this year, due to the huge demand for talent in the country, despite the global economic crisis severely impacting overall wage increments in the region, a study says.

India among top five deal makers in A-Pac region

India among top five deal makers in A-Pac region

Rediff.com6 Apr 2009

India along with Japan and China is among the top five countries in the Asia-Pacific region with the highest number of merger and acquisition deals in the first three months of this year, even as the economic downturn has impacted the overall M&A activity in the region.

Kareena And The Kapoors!

Kareena And The Kapoors!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Priyanka's thrilled... Pooja's nostalgic... Vaani's indulging...

Richard Gere to endorse Visa International

Richard Gere to endorse Visa International

Rediff.com8 Jun 2005

Hollywood star Richard Gere has been roped in as the brand ambassador for Visa International for the Asia Pacific market.

Billie Jean King Cup: India go down 0-3 to China

Billie Jean King Cup: India go down 0-3 to China

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

India will next take on Chinese Taipei on Thursday.

Chevrolet Spark, Aveo U-VA win J D Power award

Chevrolet Spark, Aveo U-VA win J D Power award

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

US carmaker General Motors on Tuesday said it has won J D Power Asia Pacific 2008 award for its two cars Chevrolet Spark and Aveo U-VA produced by its Indian subsidiary.