News for 'Asia Pacific'

Honda plans smaller diesel engine for India

Honda plans smaller diesel engine for India

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

Japanese major's idea part of strategy to double sales in emerging markets by 2017.

US to help India serve as a 'regional economic anchor'

US to help India serve as a 'regional economic anchor'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

As the United States under the Barack Obama administration re-balances its defence posture in the Asia Pacific region, the Pentagon has told the Congress that it is investing in a "long-term" strategic partnership with India.

Indian actress alleges abuse from Cookie Monster

Indian actress alleges abuse from Cookie Monster

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

Parmita Katkar, now Parmita Kurada, has accused a Times Square Cookie Monster impersonator of assaulting her son and calling her a bitch after she failed to pay a tip to him.

This is how Lupin cracked the Japanese pharma market

This is how Lupin cracked the Japanese pharma market

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

From zero revenues eight years ago, Lupin has posted Rs 621 crore (Rs 6.21 billion) in sales last year-that too in a country regarded as one of the toughest markets in the world for generics.

Slow growth, high inflation make macro outlook weak: Fitch

Slow growth, high inflation make macro outlook weak: Fitch

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

Fitch's rival S&P had threatened to downgrade the rating to junk status, calling for immediate course-correction.

Vandrevala quits Motorola

Vandrevala quits Motorola

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Motorola Inc on Monday announced the departure of Firdose Vandrevala, chairman, Motorola India and corporate vice president, Motorola Inc, effective July 1, 2007.

Pix: Dia Mirza flaunts toned abs and midriff

Pix: Dia Mirza flaunts toned abs and midriff

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

The 37 year old former beauty queen turned showstopper for Kolkata based designer Ruceru.

On China, India needs to think strategically

On China, India needs to think strategically

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

'The emerging security environment in the Asia-Pacific is likely to revolve around China and the US with India viewed as a critical balancer in the region. New Delhi will now have to demonstrate that it is capable of thinking strategically.'

Why thousands are losing jobs in India

Why thousands are losing jobs in India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

India Inc's hiring outlook has become the weakest in the past eight years in the Asia-Pacific region, even as job losses have emerged as a critical concern.

US-India ties: A sagging 'strategic partnership'

US-India ties: A sagging 'strategic partnership'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

Even as the prime minister's office and the foreign ministry deepen ties with Washington, the defence ministry cold-shoulders the Pentagon, notes Ajai Shukla.

10 costliest office locations in the world

10 costliest office locations in the world

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

Despite the global slowdown, most prime office locations have registered a rise in the rental.

Indian consumers optimistic: Survey

Indian consumers optimistic: Survey

Rediff.com21 Dec 2009

According to the MasterCard Worldwide Index of Consumer Confidence survey, a widespread optimism was visible in consumers across Asia Pacific, West Asia and Africa markets for the next six months.

5 highest selling luxury cars in India

5 highest selling luxury cars in India

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

They either report a sales figure that shows clear signs of growth or future plans that indicate expansion in India.

The 3 Cs of the Jet-Etihad deal: Cost, cargo, commerce

The 3 Cs of the Jet-Etihad deal: Cost, cargo, commerce

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

Etihad will be able to carve out a strong niche in the Indian market.

Top honour for Indian solar physicist

Top honour for Indian solar physicist

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

Nandi, from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Kolkata, has been doing extensive research on the sun and the different characteristics of solar activity for the last many years.

Banking outlook negative on higher NPAs: Moody's

Banking outlook negative on higher NPAs: Moody's

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Global ratings agency Moody's on said it has a "negative" outlook on the country's banking system due to concerns over asset quality and the high interest rates.

Lamborghini global sales jump 30%; India up 21%

Lamborghini global sales jump 30%; India up 21%

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

During the year, the Asia Pacific region contributed 35 per cent of the global total sales.

China steps up conventional missile capability

China steps up conventional missile capability

Rediff.com11 Jun 2012

Amid escalation of maritime tensions with neighbours and a US military focus shift to Asia Pacific, Chinese military is stepping up its conventional missile capability, polishing its ability to carry out multiplelaunches while preserving its strategic nuclear deterrence.

'Emissions to rise in India and China'

'Emissions to rise in India and China'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

Unsustainable growth, population, urbanisation & consumption increase impact region's environment

China and Russia sign 10 'crucial' agreements

China and Russia sign 10 'crucial' agreements

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Allaying apprehensions of an emerging military alliance between them, China and Russia beefed up their ties with 10 "crucial" agreements including setting up Russian nuclear plants and development of commercial aircraft and helicopters.

LinkedIn appoints Nishant Rao as India Manager

LinkedIn appoints Nishant Rao as India Manager

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with 187 million members globally. It has over 18 million members in India.

Japan's risks rise along with its debt levels

Japan's risks rise along with its debt levels

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has made reviving the economy his government's top priority, but his spending promises have raised concerns that Japan's public debt burden, already the worst among major economies, could deteriorate further.

Tulsi Gabbard part of key US Congressional committees

Tulsi Gabbard part of key US Congressional committees

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu to become a member of the United States House of Representatives, has been named to two key Congressional committees through which she would play an important role in the country's foreign policy and homeland security. Gabbard, 31, who represents Hawaii's second Congressional District, has been named as a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and House Homeland Security Committee

US Congress panel urges India to lift Kashmir curbs

US Congress panel urges India to lift Kashmir curbs

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

"Its time for India to lift these restrictions and afford Kashmiris the same rights and privileges as any other Indian citizen," it said.

FATF retains Pak in 'grey list'; asks it to prosecute Azhar, Saeed

FATF retains Pak in 'grey list'; asks it to prosecute Azhar, Saeed

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Friday retained Pakistan on its 'grey list' for failing to check money laundering, leading to terror financing, and asked Islamabad to investigate and prosecute senior leaders and commanders of United Nations-designated terror groups, including Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar.

Cars that give owners highest satisfaction

Cars that give owners highest satisfaction

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

Here are the cars that have most satisfied owners.

Here is some good news for the salaried!

Here is some good news for the salaried!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

India to see highest salary increase in Asia Pacific in 2017

'In India, those who don't vote are happy people'

'In India, those who don't vote are happy people'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

An interview with Rafiq Dossani, author, academic and entrepreneur.

'Most Indian cos open to inclusion policies'

'Most Indian cos open to inclusion policies'

Rediff.com7 May 2012

According to Mercer's Asia Pacific Diversity & Inclusion survey, over 90 per cent of the participants listed gender as the main focus of their diversity efforts in India.

How best to plan your finances while travelling

How best to plan your finances while travelling

Rediff.com7 May 2012

You will have to plan it in advance to bag good deals and save at the same time

World's 25 most expensive office spaces include two from India

World's 25 most expensive office spaces include two from India

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Let's take a look at some of the most expensive prime office occupancy rates around the world.

India's hiring outlook ranked 2nd: Report

India's hiring outlook ranked 2nd: Report

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

India has the best hiring outlook globally, second only to Brazil, with 54 per cent of companies surveyed planning to hire in the December quarter as against 51 per cent in the September quarter, according to a report by global staffing firm ManpowerGroup. The report titled "ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey" showed that India has the strongest net employment outlook for the December quarter in the Asia-Pacific region, followed by China (46 per cent), and Australia (38 per cent). The global net employment outlook in the December quarter would stand at 30 per cent, down by three percentage points from the June-September quarter, yet six percentage points higher than the same period last year, the staffing firm said.

India has a major stake in Indo-Pacific region: Navy chief

India has a major stake in Indo-Pacific region: Navy chief

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Asserting that "maritime muscle flexing" by some countries and other factors have made the Indo-Pacific region "more contested and more volatile," naval chief Admiral Sunil Lanba on Tuesday said that the Indian Navy has its task cut out as it has been a major security provider in the region.

Cyber security, N Korea top agendas of Obama, Xi meet

Cyber security, N Korea top agendas of Obama, Xi meet

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

The meeting between United States President Barack Obama and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping later this week will be dominated by talks on cyber security, North Korea and Asia Pacific region along with bilateral relations, White House officials have said.

Antony on maiden Australia visit to strengthen defence ties

Antony on maiden Australia visit to strengthen defence ties

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Defence Minister A K Antony will arrive in Australia n Tuesday on a maiden visit as part of his three-nation tour aimed at strengthening India's defence ties with the countries in Asia Pacific region.

Get ready to sip Starbucks coffee from September

Get ready to sip Starbucks coffee from September

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

The group would start its India journey with stores in Mumbai and New Delhi.

IIM-A's paycheck.in to tap global minimum wages soon

IIM-A's paycheck.in to tap global minimum wages soon

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Moving ahead from offering sector specific wage rates within India, paycheck.in will soon monitor global minimum wage standards across regions like Asia, Pacific, Middle East and Europe.

India announces 6 crore rupees for UN tsunami fund

India announces 6 crore rupees for UN tsunami fund

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

A decade after a massive tsunami triggered by an earthquake smashed the coastline of around 14 nations; India on Friday announced a $1 million (around Rs 6 crore) contribution to a United Nations fund for strengthening early warning systems for natural disasters.

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Domestically, Indians are exploring popular beach destinations, the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and the North-Eastern region as well.

DHL supply chain to invest Rs 6.4 bn in India

DHL supply chain to invest Rs 6.4 bn in India

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Over the next four-five years, the company plans to set up eight warehouses and new transport facilities.