News for 'Asia-Pacific'

Trump cuts tariff on China to 47% after meeting Xi

Trump cuts tariff on China to 47% after meeting Xi

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump stated, "We have a deal," referring to the trade pact which will be routinely extended. "Every year we'll renegotiate the deal, but I think the deal will go on for a long time, long beyond the year. We'll negotiate at the end of the year," he added.

'Killer, nicest-looking guy': Trump heaps lavish praise on Modi

'Killer, nicest-looking guy': Trump heaps lavish praise on Modi

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday lavished praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the 'nicest-looking guy' while describing him as a 'father' but also calling him 'a killer' and 'tough as hell', while hinting at an imminent trade deal between the two countries.

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

During the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia, Johnson broke Bahadur Prasad's 23-year-old 1500m national record with a time of 3 minute 37.86 seconds though he finished fifth in the final.

9-Year-Old Arshi races into Indian motorsport history

9-Year-Old Arshi races into Indian motorsport history

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Nine-year-old Arshi Gupta of Delhi Public School, Faridabad created history by becoming the first-ever female racer to win a National Karting Championship title.

CEO turnover highest in Asia-Pacific

CEO turnover highest in Asia-Pacific

Rediff.com5 Dec 2007

Asia-Pacific saw the highest rate of CEO departures among the 500 global corporate giants, a new study reveals.

Mercedes-Benz, BMW eyeing India's luxe realty sector

Mercedes-Benz, BMW eyeing India's luxe realty sector

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

According to multiple sources close to the development, Mercedes-Benz is already in talks with multiple developers in Gurugram for a luxury branded residence project.

Why Is Trump Tied Up?

Why Is Trump Tied Up?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Aviation: Asia Pacific region overtakes US

Aviation: Asia Pacific region overtakes US

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

In its report, the International Air Transport Association said that in 2009 intra-Asia-Pacific travellers numbered 647 million compared to 638 million who travelled within North America, including domestic markets.

Brookfield to build Asia's biggest GCC facility in Powai

Brookfield to build Asia's biggest GCC facility in Powai

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Brookfield Asset Management will invest $1 billion to develop Asia's largest global capability centre (GCC) in Mumbai's Powai, the New York-based global alternative asset manager said in a statement on Friday. The infrastructure arm of Canada's investment firm will develop the campus across 6 acres with 2 million square feet that can be let out.

'Satyam committed to customers in Asia-Pacific'

'Satyam committed to customers in Asia-Pacific'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2009

Analysts were fearing that after the debacle, the clients of beleaguered Satyam Computer Services may be forced to review their contracts and may look at other offshore suppliers.

What Will Xi Jinping Do Next With All That Power?

What Will Xi Jinping Do Next With All That Power?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

'For the first time in a hundred years, the army has been taken out of the political equation. And for the first time ever, there is only one man who calls the shots. Not even Mao had this kind of power.'

India least favoured among emerging-market investors

India least favoured among emerging-market investors

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Just over a year ago, India was investors' top pick among EMs. Its slide down the rankings follows $30 billion (over 2.5 trillion) of foreign selling over the past 12-13 months.

'7 brand new planes were down': Trump on India-Pak war

'7 brand new planes were down': Trump on India-Pak war

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

US President Donald Trump claimed to have resolved the conflict between India and Pakistan, stating that 'seven brand new' planes were shot down during the conflict. He reiterated that he used trade as leverage to achieve this resolution.

India leads in Asia-Pacific -- in bribery

India leads in Asia-Pacific -- in bribery

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

The Transparency International survey found 69 per cent in India as saying they had to pay a bribe, followed by 65 per cent in Vietnam. China was much lower at 26 per cent while the same for Pakistan was 40 per cent.

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka.

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Was Maduro's Capture A Warning Shot To China?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

China has made serious inroads into Latin America, which the US may now be hinting is simply not ok: Stay in your lane, Xi! In simple terms, China will no longer have access to Venezuelan oil, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

S&P ups India's FY26 GDP growth estimates to 6.5%

S&P ups India's FY26 GDP growth estimates to 6.5%

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

S&P Global Ratings on Tuesday upped India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal to 6.5 per cent, citing lower crude prices, monetary easing and normal monsoon, and said the ongoing geopolitical tensions are unlikely to put a "significant pressure" on the rupee or inflation.

U K Sinha is IOSCO Asia-Pacific head

U K Sinha is IOSCO Asia-Pacific head

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

Sinha replaces former Sebi chairman C B Bhave who served as the head of the Asia-Pacific regional committee of IOSCO from June 2009 till February this year.

4 Indian cities among top tech hubs in Asia Pacific

4 Indian cities among top tech hubs in Asia Pacific

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Bengaluru ranks second after Beijing on the list of top technology hubs in the Asia Pacific region, according to property consultant Cushman & Wakefield. In its latest report 'Tech Cities: The Global Intersection of Talent and Real Estate', the consultant has identified tech markets based on 14 criteria across talent, real estate, and business environment metrics. The report has identified "Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Delhi as the top technology hubs in the APAC region after Beijing", the consultant said in a statement.

China-Japan row erupts over Taiwan remarks, envoy's threat

China-Japan row erupts over Taiwan remarks, envoy's threat

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

A Chinese diplomat's aggressive comments threatening the Japanese Prime Minister over remarks about Taiwan have ignited a diplomatic row between China and Japan.

Shirish Apte is Citi Asia-Pacific CEO

Shirish Apte is Citi Asia-Pacific CEO

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

Citigroup has appointed Shirish Apte and Stephen Bird as chief executive officers for the financial services entity's Asia-Pacific operations, with immediate effect.

UAE become last team to qualify for T20 World Cup

UAE become last team to qualify for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

United Arab Emirates became the 20th and last team to qualify for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after beating Japan by eight wickets in the last Asia/EAP Qualifying game here on Thursday.

Asia Pacific group endorses India for UNSC non-permanent seat

Asia Pacific group endorses India for UNSC non-permanent seat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Elections for the five non-permanent members of the 15-nation Council for the 2021-22 term will be held around June next year.

Google most attractive employer among Asia-Pacific graduates

Google most attractive employer among Asia-Pacific graduates

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Internet giant Google is the most attractive employer for graduates from the Asia-Pacific region in a list of top companies which figures no Indian firm.

PM seeks to promote better Asia-Pacific cooperation

PM seeks to promote better Asia-Pacific cooperation

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Speaking against the backdrop of sharp differences among East Asian countries over use of resources of mineral-rich South China Sea over which China lays sole claim, the prime minister said, 'concerted effort and collective action on the part of the countries gathered in the region can strengthen mutual understanding and help us address shared challenges'

India, Russia Warm Arctic Ties With Ship Deal

India, Russia Warm Arctic Ties With Ship Deal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

One key development is the direct cargo connection between Chennai and Vladivostok, a crucial Russian port on the Northern Sea Route.

Fraud Bleeds Insurers Of Rs 10,000 Crore A Year

Fraud Bleeds Insurers Of Rs 10,000 Crore A Year

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

These losses increase insurance premiums for customers and reduce insurer margins on the other.

Building a security architecture in the Asia-Pacific

Building a security architecture in the Asia-Pacific

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Continued uncertainty or confrontation in the Asia-Pacific is clearly in no one's interest as it will affect major powers' attempts to restructure their economies and revive growth. Conflict would roll back the gains to each of our countries of 40 years of stability and peace, says Shivshankar Menon.

Nepal, Oman punch ticket to T20 World Cup

Nepal, Oman punch ticket to T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Nepal and Oman secured their berths for next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup after guaranteeing top-three finishes in the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier ahead of their Super Six clash.

Ex ISRO chief gets Asia-Pacific award

Ex ISRO chief gets Asia-Pacific award

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

The award recognises Kasturirangan's achievements in developing space systems, research, development and production of space products.

'He knows the consequences': Trump threatens Xi

'He knows the consequences': Trump threatens Xi

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

United States President Donald Trump said that China 'knows the consequences' if it attacks Taiwan, asserting that Chinese President Xi Jinping understands the situation 'very well'.

India cutting back Russian oil buy 'completely', Trump claims again

India cutting back Russian oil buy 'completely', Trump claims again

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

US President Donald Trump claimed India will stop buying oil from Russia, while also stating China will cut back substantially. He also discussed the conflict between India and Pakistan, reiterating his claim of helping settle the conflict.

Hewitt India to be Asia-Pacific hub

Hewitt India to be Asia-Pacific hub

Rediff.com27 Feb 2004

Trump scraps talks with Putin, to meet Xi in South Korea

Trump scraps talks with Putin, to meet Xi in South Korea

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced his upcoming diplomatic trip to Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan, highlighting a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea.

Big Upset! Nepal thrash West Indies to seal T20I series

Big Upset! Nepal thrash West Indies to seal T20I series

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

This is Nepal's first-ever series victory against a Test playing nation.

India's working women face strongest gender bias in Asia Pacific

India's working women face strongest gender bias in Asia Pacific

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

Gender equality might have improved over the years but India's working women still contend with the strongest gender bias across Asia Pacific countries, says a report. According to the LinkedIn Opportunity Index 2021, more women in India have experienced the impact of gender on career development when compared to the APAC region. "In India, more than 4 in 5 working women (85 per cent) claim to have missed out on a raise, promotion, or work offer because of their gender, compared to the regional average of 60 per cent," the report said.

Airlines in Asia-Pacific region to corner profits

Airlines in Asia-Pacific region to corner profits

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Airlines in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to corner the maximum profits this year, with the aviation industry's umbrella body IATA projecting a global profit of $8.9 billion in 2010.