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Why Xi Jinping's fantasy will be crushed by reality

Why Xi Jinping's fantasy will be crushed by reality

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

'Ladakh is a tiny salami-slice issue.' 'The big one for China is Arunachal Pradesh, more than 83,000 sq km.' 'Do they imagine they can grab any of this by force?' 'In the 21st century, nursing those thoughts only means you need to get your heads examined.' 'It isn't going to happen,' declares Shekhar Gupta.

Following the footsteps of Sandeep Kataria, Bata's Global CEO

Following the footsteps of Sandeep Kataria, Bata's Global CEO

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Kataria, 49, an IIT-XLRI alumnus, was quick to implement a number of initiatives during the Covid-19 crisis including launching D2C initiatives such as mobile stores, WhatsApp messaging, video calling and home deliveries. Kataria was also swift to recognise that stay-at-home consumers were keen to buy informal rather than formal footwear, launching new collections quickly to take advantage of this trend, says Viveat Susan Pinto.

Sitharaman breaks into Forbes 100 powerful women list

Sitharaman breaks into Forbes 100 powerful women list

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Sitharaman, a newcomer on the Forbes most powerful women list, is ranked 34th. The Forbes 2019 list of 'The World's 100 Most Powerful Women' has been topped by German Chancellor Angela Merkel, followed by President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde in the second spot and Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, ranked third. Also on the list is Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina (29).

Assam conundrum: Even if BJP returns, Sonowal may not

Assam conundrum: Even if BJP returns, Sonowal may not

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

While Himanta Biswa Sarma scotched rumours that he would be the king this time, political sources in Guwahati maintained that he, and not Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, had a bigger say in choosing candidates, reports Radhika Ramaseshan.

Sena stages walkout before voting on CAB

Sena stages walkout before voting on CAB

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The party had supported CAB in Lok Sabha. Sena MP said the govt did not give satisfactory answers to the concerns raised by the party.

Iran stops selling oil to India

Iran stops selling oil to India

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

While sources in Iran confirmed the dispute, officials of the central banks of both countries are set to meet on Friday.

Import doors open to counter inflation: FM

Import doors open to counter inflation: FM

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

The median forecast for wholesale price index-based inflation in the first quarter of 2010/11 is at 10.4 per cent, according to Reserve Bank of India's survey, higher than 9.5 per cent in the previous survey.

PCB won't allow Asia Cup cancellation to accommodate IPL

PCB won't allow Asia Cup cancellation to accommodate IPL

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

'If the conditions change and we can have the Asia Cup, it must be held as earnings from it are distributed as development funds to member countries for next two years'

Nirmalaji, don't waste this chance!

Nirmalaji, don't waste this chance!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

'When growth drops precipitously from 7% to 4.5% in four quarters, it is for all practical purposes a recession' notes T N Ninan.

England's Bopara was under ICC's radar for match-fixing

England's Bopara was under ICC's radar for match-fixing

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

England's Indian-origin cricketer Ravi Bopara was investigated by the International Cricket Council's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit after an inquiry into this year's Bangladesh Premier League.

Why does Modi want more power?

Why does Modi want more power?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Power is held to effect change. Modi has shown himself incapable of affecting it in the positive sense. On the economy, on the border, on employment, on the epidemic, observes Aakar Patel.

Rahul, Priyanka misled people, instigated riots over CAA: Shah

Rahul, Priyanka misled people, instigated riots over CAA: Shah

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Shah assured members of minority communities that none of them will lose citizenship due to the CAA.

Auction: Morris costliest buy in IPL history; Maxi goes to RCB

Auction: Morris costliest buy in IPL history; Maxi goes to RCB

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Punjab Kings, who had paid Rs 10.75 crore for Maxwell in the previous auction, had released the 32-year-old following the 2020 edition in which he made 108 runs in 13 games at 15.42.

CAA, NRC not for Indian Muslims; don't fall for Oppn lies: Modi

CAA, NRC not for Indian Muslims; don't fall for Oppn lies: Modi

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

The PM said that a lie is being spread that this govt had brought the law to snatch people's rights. He dared rivals to find anything discriminatory in his work.

NITI Aayog on how India can become $5-trillion economy

NITI Aayog on how India can become $5-trillion economy

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Though the NITI Aayog did not give its estimates for the required GDP growth at constant prices, economists pegged it at 9 per cent, a feat not seen since the GDP series was revised with 2011-12 as the base year.

How India can close in on World T20 semis berth

How India can close in on World T20 semis berth

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

India will look for another colossal victory and inch closer to the semi-finals when they square off against an embattled Bangladesh.

Karachi, Dhaka bourses set to beat BSE again

Karachi, Dhaka bourses set to beat BSE again

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Equity markets in Pakistan and Bangladesh are tiny compared to the market capitalisation of the Indian equity market.

Pakistan 4th largest source of remittances to India

Pakistan 4th largest source of remittances to India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Remittances are estimated to exceed $600 billion in 2015.

Muhammad Yunus to address Indian parliament

Muhammad Yunus to address Indian parliament

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, whose experiment of poor men's banking in Bangladesh helped establish micro-credit movement across the developing world, will address the Indian Parliament in December this year.

BJP, Congress trade charges over 'rajdharma'

BJP, Congress trade charges over 'rajdharma'

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

The BJP's remarks came a day after the Congress leaders, led by Sonia Gandhi, met President Ram Nath Kovind and submitted a memorandum demanding resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah for "abdication of duty" during the communal violence in northeast Delhi. She had also reminded the Centre for its 'rajdharma' and protecting the people from all faiths in the country.

Bengal win will put Mamata in race for PM

Bengal win will put Mamata in race for PM

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

The TMC expects to emerge victorious by way of a majority of minority votes and a minority of majority votes, notes Arun Bhatnagar, a retired IAS officer.

Doing business? Even Pakistan is better than India

Doing business? Even Pakistan is better than India

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

India slipped two notches to rank at 122nd, below neighbours including Nepal, Bangladesh and Pakistan in the 'Doing Business Report 2009' prepared jointly by the International Finance Corporation and the World Bank.

China seeks high-speed rail link between Kunming and Kolkata

China seeks high-speed rail link between Kunming and Kolkata

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

The 2800 kilometer rail route could be a critical component for the Bangladesh-China-India-Myanmar corridor that seeks cross border trade and flow of people

Rajasthan's trio of youngsters look forward to IPL experience

Rajasthan's trio of youngsters look forward to IPL experience

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

'We are all going through an entire gamut of emotions. I only saw these players on TV and now I will play alongside them. It's indeed a great feeling.'

<I>Forbes</I> honours Bengal's micro credit firm

Forbes honours Bengal's micro credit firm

Rediff.com24 Jan 2008

Forbes magazine has honoured Bandhan of being the world's largest micro finance institute.

Markets come off two-month highs; Nifty ends below 8,250; IT stocks drag

Markets come off two-month highs; Nifty ends below 8,250; IT stocks drag

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

The BSE Midcap also cut all its intraday gains to shed 0.3% at close

Delhi needs govt that supports CAA, says Modi

Delhi needs govt that supports CAA, says Modi

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Addressing an election rally in Dwarka three days before the February 8 assembly elections, the prime minister said the national capital also needs a government that will give direction and not resort to blame games.

Have faith in me: PM assures Assam on citizenship bill

Have faith in me: PM assures Assam on citizenship bill

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

PM Modi's assurance came against the backdrop of violent protests against the CAB.

India is home to 1/3rd of the world's poor: IMF

India is home to 1/3rd of the world's poor: IMF

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

These figures are based on purchasing power parity of 2005.

Brought CAA to correct historical injustice: Modi

Brought CAA to correct historical injustice: Modi

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Speaking at the Annual Prime Minister's National Cadet Corps Rally 2020, Modi said the problem in Jammu and Kashmir persisted since Independence and some families and political parties kept issues in the region "alive", as a result of which terrorism thrived there.

'Moles inside terror camps sent info for Balakot strike'

'Moles inside terror camps sent info for Balakot strike'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

'Crucial intelligence was obtained by a R&AW operative from a couple of moles inside the camps four days before the Balakot operation.'

PM scalds Mamata, accuses her of betraying people of Bengal

PM scalds Mamata, accuses her of betraying people of Bengal

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

He also accused her of nepotism by choosing to play the limited role of "bua" (aunt) to her "bhatija" (nephew) instead of becoming "Didi" (elder sister) to the people.

Rakesh Mohan tipped to be ED at the IMF

Rakesh Mohan tipped to be ED at the IMF

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Dr Mohan will be representing India along with Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka on the 24-member Executive Board of the IMF.

World's fastest-growing economy lags most South Asian neighbours

World's fastest-growing economy lags most South Asian neighbours

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

India's per capita GDP of $5,238 in 2013 was 65 per cent lower than Iran, 54 per cent lower than Maldives, 44 per cent lower than Sri Lanka and 27 per cent lower than Bhutan, according to the Human Development Report 2015

Citi's South Asia chief Sanjay Nayar quits

Citi's South Asia chief Sanjay Nayar quits

Rediff.com20 Nov 2008

Sanjay Nayar is said to be joining Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co as its CEO and Country Head in the country.

Why Sri Lanka match is crucial for India

Why Sri Lanka match is crucial for India

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

India would be desperate for the likes of Mahendra Singh Dhoni to find some form ahead of the semi-final when they take on Sri Lanka in their last preliminary World Cup clash, in Leeds, on Saturday.

India leads global remittances with $70 billion in 2013

India leads global remittances with $70 billion in 2013

Rediff.com12 Apr 2014

India leads global remittances in the year 2013 with a whopping $70 billion in its kitty, of which USD 65 billion were earned from the country's flagship software services exports, the World Bank reported.

Super Cyclone Amphan devastates Bengal, Odisha; 3 dead

Super Cyclone Amphan devastates Bengal, Odisha; 3 dead

Rediff.com21 May 2020

While man and a woman were reported killed when trees came crashing down on them in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, a 13-year-old girl died in a similar incident in adjoining Howrah. No casualties have been reported from Odisha yet.

Vote or be sent home, the new diktat to illegal migrants

Vote or be sent home, the new diktat to illegal migrants

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

Crossing into the country from Bangladesh seeking a livelihood, illegal immigrants are being handed out valid documents by political parties in West Bengal and Assam, transforming them into a crucial vote-bank. Vicky Nanjappa reports.