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It costs one hour of work to buy a burger

It costs one hour of work to buy a burger

Rediff.com9 Aug 2006

One needs to sweat it out for 59 minutes to earn Rs 59 to buy a large-sized 'Big Mac' burger from the McDonald's outlet in Delhi, a latest study says.

US had given Zardari a dossier on Shahzad

US had given Zardari a dossier on Shahzad

Rediff.com26 May 2010

Top US security officials used an urgent meeting with Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari to present a dossier on Pakistani-American terror suspect Faisal Shahzad, including his links with the Pakistani Taliban, according to a media report on Wednesday.

Ligue1: Ibrahimovic double helps PSG rebound with Caen thrashing

Ligue1: Ibrahimovic double helps PSG rebound with Caen thrashing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Paris St Germain rebounded after their Champions League exit to ManchesterCity with a 6-0 victory over Caen in Ligue 1 on Saturday.

Coronavirus: China's pain is Air-India's gain

Coronavirus: China's pain is Air-India's gain

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

Curtailment of flights between India and China will help Air India and other airlines to boost their seat occupancy and market share.

The Bhramam Review

The Bhramam Review

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Every film that Sriram Raghavan makes is a compendium of ideas and sensations that tickle him. Trying to remake a Sriram Raghavan film is like getting excited by somebody else's goosebumps, observes Sreehari Nair.

An online platform that connects mom and child

An online platform that connects mom and child

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Mumbai-based BabyChakra is among the four start-ups Google has shortlisted from India for the fifth batch of its mentorship programme

Southampton's Ronald Koeman nominated for Premier League award

Southampton's Ronald Koeman nominated for Premier League award

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Southampton's barnstorming start to the Premier League season has been reflected in a trio of nominations for early-season awards. Dutchman Ronald Koeman has been nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Month award.

App for employee safety by Smart Cloud

App for employee safety by Smart Cloud

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

SmartCommute is a solution for employee commuting safety, which helps track employees and vehicles during regular commutes and also helps employees contact transport management teams efficiently in case of an SOS situation.

Less-cash drive launched in DeMo gets boost in Budget

Less-cash drive launched in DeMo gets boost in Budget

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

In an otherwise agriculture- and public health-focused Union Budget 2018-19, artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain technology, internet of things -- jargons that found little or no mention in the previous Budgets -- managed to make their presence felt.

Champions League: PSG knock out Bayern; Chelsea in semis

Champions League: PSG knock out Bayern; Chelsea in semis

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Paris St Germain reached the Champions League semi-finals despite a 1-0 home defeat by holders Bayern Munich as they progressed on away goals

Egypt gamble on Salah's fitness for World Cup

Egypt gamble on Salah's fitness for World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Egypt have gambled on Mohamed Salah returning to fitness in the coming weeks by naming him in their 23-man squad for this month's World Cup in Russia.

PIX: Messi, Trincao give Barca comeback win; PSG score

PIX: Messi, Trincao give Barca comeback win; PSG score

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Images from Sunday's action in La Liga and Ligue 1.

Vote: Like Rihanna's bright, bold red look?

Vote: Like Rihanna's bright, bold red look?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Take the poll and tell us if the singer managed to grab your attention in red.

Thank you George for the good times!

Thank you George for the good times!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

'I swayed my arms in the air with strangers when George Michael sang Careless Whispers' 'I was in heaven.'

Textile hub Tirupur in trouble as world brands cut down export orders

Textile hub Tirupur in trouble as world brands cut down export orders

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

MotherCare, the baby and maternity clothes retailer that annually sourced garments worth Rs 100 crore from a single exporter in Tirupur, filed for bankruptcy in the UK and will close all its 79 shops in that country. It was the latest world-famous brand to pull down Tirupur's fortunes.

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

'There is a lot of money coming into the business, people are consuming a lot of content, there is no dearth of new films and shows coming out of India and being available worldwide.'

Breathtaking sights captured in National Geographic travel photo contest

Breathtaking sights captured in National Geographic travel photo contest

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

National Geographic's new travel photography competition is entering its third week and is attracting stunning pictures from across the globe. Some of the jaw-dropping pictures show the famous "Firefall" of Yosemite National Park to a sunset at the Taj Mahal. The annual competition is accepting entries until May 3 at 12pm and asks for pictures in three categories: nature, cities and people.

'Lost Paradise': California's worst fire finally contained

'Lost Paradise': California's worst fire finally contained

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

The deadly fire has claimed at least 85 lives.

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

The Skyslide, on the 73-floor of the US Bank Tower -- the tallest building on the west coast -- opened to the public on Saturday and allow thrill seekers to slide 45 feet out across the city and down to an outdoor platform on the 69th floor.

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

A "Peace for Paris" symbol, combining the city's beloved Eiffel Tower with the peace sign of the Sixties, has gone viral following the Paris terror attacks.

Chennai celebrates Rahman's Grammy win

Chennai celebrates Rahman's Grammy win

Rediff.com1 Feb 2010

Chennai erupted into spontaneous celebrations as the music maestro bagged two Grammies.

Beckham is the owner of a football team!

Beckham is the owner of a football team!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

Former England captain David Beckham was officially awarded a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami on Monday with hopes that the team will begin playing in 2020.

13 dead in mass shooting in California bar packed with students

13 dead in mass shooting in California bar packed with students

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The gunman, dressed in a black trenchcoat and armed with a pistol equipped with an extended magazine and smoke grenades, was found dead inside the Borderline Bar and Grill.

Beckham mulls adding school to Miami stadium in bid for MLS team

Beckham mulls adding school to Miami stadium in bid for MLS team

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Retired English football star David Beckham is considering a proposal to build a sports high school at a new football stadium in Miami as part of his quest to bring a Major League football team to the city.

Mallika Sherawat's SUPERSTAR life, in pictures!

Mallika Sherawat's SUPERSTAR life, in pictures!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

The actress celebrates he 40th birthday today!

Inside the Trump Presidential Twitter Library

Inside the Trump Presidential Twitter Library

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

We all know United States President Donald Trump's preferred way of communicating directly with his fellow Americans is through tweets. And to celebrate 'The Donald's' tweets, the people at The Daily Show With Trevor Noah have put together the Donald J Trump Presidential Twitter Library -- a kind of museum dedicated solely to Trump tweets. The pop-up museum was free to enter, and ran from June 14-16. Its Washington, DC debut was timed to coincide with the US president's 73rd birthday. The pop-up installation has already been shown in Miami, Austin, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and New York City. Take a glimpse.

The many faces at the women's march

The many faces at the women's march

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

Tens of thousands of activists braved cold temperatures at the third Women's March to show opposition to United States President Donald Trump, demanding an end to violence against women and push for equality. Rallies took place in cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Atlanta, with the main event in Washington, DC featuring a march from near the White House to the Trump International Hotel. As these women marched, here are some faces amongst the crowds and the reason behind their march.

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

Take a look at the sea of women who came out...

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Extinction Rebellion: Climate protests rock the world

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

In the face of climate disaster, a new environmental movement by the name of Extinction Rebellion has risen up, and they will make sure you hear their plea -- 'To governments of the world: we declared a climate and ecological emergency. You did not do enough. To everybody else: rebel' The environmental group, which was founded in the United Kingdom, has planned a large coordinated movement -- called International Rebellion -- in more than 60 global cities. Demonstrators blocked roads and bridges leading to the Palace of Westminster in central London. They staged a "die-in" in Wellington, New Zealand. They obstructed a major roundabout in Berlin and splattered fake blood on Wall Street's "Charging Bull" sculpture. Here are some of the most powerful images from the movement.

They quit jobs at Google, Apple to build the Uber for ambulances

They quit jobs at Google, Apple to build the Uber for ambulances

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Ambee, an Ambulance-hailing app, is set for commercial rollout. Sharath Chowdary profiles the Uber-backed firm that aims to bring online 50% of ambulances across 60 Indian cities over 5 years.

PHOTO: Ranveer Singh flaunts his muscles

PHOTO: Ranveer Singh flaunts his muscles

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

LAPD's coming to study Mumbai attacks

LAPD's coming to study Mumbai attacks

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

Los Angeles Police Department Counter-Terrorism and Criminal Intelligence Commanding Officer Michael P Downing will lead a small delegation, including executive, investigative, and tactical officers to Mumbai, 'to learn, observe, and bring back best practices to LAPD,' and to disseminate to other major cities to help guard against Mumbai-like terrorist attacks on American soft targets.

Snapdeal raises USD 500-mn from Alibaba, Foxconn and others

Snapdeal raises USD 500-mn from Alibaba, Foxconn and others

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

As per market estimates, the new round would value the city-based firm at about $ 4-5 billion.

MLS: Keane double lifts Galaxy top in the West

MLS: Keane double lifts Galaxy top in the West

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

Two headers from Robbie Keane just after halftime gave LA Galaxy a 2-1 win over Dallas in Major League Soccer on Saturday, lifting them top of the Western Conference after Vancouver lost to Sporting Kansas City.

La Liga: Red-hot Atletico earn fifth straight win

La Liga: Red-hot Atletico earn fifth straight win

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Brazilian defender Filipe Luis scored for the second game running as Atletico Madrid beat Real Sociedad 1-0 on Tuesday to rack up a fifth straight win in La Liga and provisionally consolidate third place in the standings.

LeBron James eager for role with Beckham's Miami franchise

LeBron James eager for role with Beckham's Miami franchise

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

Miami Heat forward LeBron James, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, said on Wednesday he hoped to be involved with David Beckham's plan to bring a Major League Soccer (MLS) team to Miami.

3 Idiots' Chatur opens up!

3 Idiots' Chatur opens up!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2010

Meet the actor, who made the character in Rajkumar Hirani's blockbuster hilarious.

Kobe Bryant, the legend gets royal send-off

Kobe Bryant, the legend gets royal send-off

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant lit up the National Basketball Association with a work ethic.

Amazon is getting battle ready to take on Reliance

Amazon is getting battle ready to take on Reliance

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

As part of this strategy, the e-commerce major has launched a programme to manage the entire business-to-business inventory supply and management for kirana stores in three cities in Karnataka.

Kailasa's international outing

Kailasa's international outing

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Kailash Kher and his band will perform in Philadelphia this week.