News for 'Cornerstone'

Why this student is protesting the citizenship law

Why this student is protesting the citizenship law

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

'I came for my national service. I am the son of people like Gandhiji, Nehru, Patel, Dr Ambedkar and Maulana Azad.'

India seeks Romeo anti-submarine choppers from US

India seeks Romeo anti-submarine choppers from US

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

MH-60 Romeo Seahawks would add lethal capabilities of the Indian Navy, which experts say is the need of the hour given the aggressive behavior of China in the Indian Ocean region.

Why India must protest China's Hong Kong policy

Why India must protest China's Hong Kong policy

Rediff.com30 May 2020

'India need to look beyond the economic prism.' 'China had no qualms in taking the Kashmir issue to the UN Security Council last year -- not once, but thrice -- thus violating Indian sensitivities,' observes China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

SBI, Macquarie plan infrastructure fund

SBI, Macquarie plan infrastructure fund

Rediff.com17 Apr 2008

State Bank of India (SBI) and Macquarie Capital Group said on Wednesday they intended to raise a new $2 billion fund that would invest in direct infrastructure investment opportunities in India.A memorandum of understanding was signed by SBI and Macquarie to manage the proposed fund. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), as one of the fund's cornerstone investors, will also have a stake in the proposed fund management company.

Sabarimala once more

Sabarimala once more

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

'If enough people defy the law and insist on flouting fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution in the name of religion and custom, does that endow a bigoted, unjust demand with merit?', asks Shuma Raha.

Google buys India's trains app maker in Next Billion User drive

Google buys India's trains app maker in Next Billion User drive

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

This is the second acquisition Google is making to boost its NBU initiative, having acquired four-month-old Halli Labs founded by Pankaj Gupta in July 2017, reports Yuvraj Malik.

Having kids can mean end of marital bliss

Having kids can mean end of marital bliss

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

Thought marriage, money and kids were the cornerstone of happiness? Well, in that case, here's a news flash for you: having children can send martial bliss in a downward spiral.

PICS: Pakistan keep semis hopes alive after SA rout

PICS: Pakistan keep semis hopes alive after SA rout

Rediff.com23 Jun 2019

Images from Sunday's World Cup match between Pakistan and South Africa, at Lord's.

'Thank God for the first loves': Anoushka's letter to ex

'Thank God for the first loves': Anoushka's letter to ex

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The Grammy-nominated sitarist talks about first love and life after separation.

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'

Tata Group shows the way in managing M&As

Tata Group shows the way in managing M&As

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Retaining the senior management of acquired companies has been the cornerstone of the company's strategy, be it in case of Daewoo's commercial vehicle business in South Korea, the tea company Tetley or the steel maker Corus.

How Wipro plans to beat Street estimates in profit terms

How Wipro plans to beat Street estimates in profit terms

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

It had reorganised its India business by carving out public sector undertaking and government businesses. Besides the company had also split its India and West Asia businesses.

Omar Abdullah's sister moves SC against his detention under PSA

Omar Abdullah's sister moves SC against his detention under PSA

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

In her plea, Sara Abdullah Pilot has said that exercise of powers by authorities under the CrPC to detain individuals, including political leaders, was 'clearly mala fide to ensure that the opposition to the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution is silenced'.

Enhance productivity to reduce poverty: UN

Enhance productivity to reduce poverty: UN

Rediff.com5 Sep 2007

The report also said that the productivity gap between the industrialised region and most others remains wide, even as productivity levels have been on the rise over the past decade worldwide.

Russia to suspend arms cut treaty with West

Russia to suspend arms cut treaty with West

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

The Russian Foreign Ministry said the upcoming moratorium does not stipulate permanent withdrawal from the CFE Treaty, adding that Russia will resume its obligations as soon as NATO countries ratify the adapted version.

Parthiv's ton in vain as India A beat Gujarat

Parthiv's ton in vain as India A beat Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Kedar Jadhav's stroke-filled 91 was the cornerstone of a collective batting performance by India A as they comfortably beat Vijay Hazare Trophy champions Gujarat by six wickets to enter the final of the Deodhar Trophy one day cricket tournament on Wednesday in Kanpur. India A will meet India B in the final Thursday. Batting first, Gujarat managed a decent 272 in 49.2 overs, riding on skipper Parthiv Patel's second List A century. Parthiv scored 119 off 125 balls with 16 boundaries. Leg-spinner Amit Mishra grabbed 3/48 in 9.2 overs, while off-spinner Parvez Rasool had equally impressive figures of 3/47 from nine overs.

India reports record daily spike of 12,881 COVID-19 cases

India reports record daily spike of 12,881 COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

India is the fourth worst-hit nation by the pandemic after the United States, Brazil and Russia.

US renames Pacific Command as US Indo-Pacific Command

US renames Pacific Command as US Indo-Pacific Command

Rediff.com31 May 2018

The latest announcement was made by the US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis during the change of guard ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbour wherein Admiral Phil Davidson replaced Admiral Harry Harris as Commander, US Indo-Pacific Command or IndoPacom.

How to plan your investments now

How to plan your investments now

Rediff.com1 Mar 2008

If you are investing, then stick to bonds, deposits and mutual funds; if you need insurance, simply opt for term insurance, advises Rahul Goel.

India once again explains to China why it deserves NSG seat

India once again explains to China why it deserves NSG seat

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

During the talks, India once again asserted to the Chinese side that its implementation of Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty principles was "second to none".

Indian economy is like a man with aggravated hydrocele

Indian economy is like a man with aggravated hydrocele

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

'The Indian economy has become like a car that has the appropriate wheels on one side -- political liberalism -- and scooter wheels -- economic illiberalism -- on the other,' points out T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Ford launches new service initiative

Ford launches new service initiative

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

Carmaker Ford India launched on Thursday a new customer support initiative -- Ford Roadside Assistance, under which it will offer round-the-clock on-site emergency breakdown service to its existing and new customers.

Will struggling Rajasthan do the double on formidable Mumbai?

Will struggling Rajasthan do the double on formidable Mumbai?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

Fast running out of time, a struggling Rajasthan Royals will hope to complete the double against Mumbai Indians in a return-leg IPL fixture and revive their campaign in Jaipur Saturday.

Etihad plans more flights to India

Etihad plans more flights to India

Rediff.com10 Apr 2007

Making India a pivot of its growth, UAE's national airline Etihad Airways will launch new flights to Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, as its two new destinations, and introduce three new flights to Delhi.

China will help Pakistan to keep fire burning in J&K

China will help Pakistan to keep fire burning in J&K

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

'China is likely to help Pakistan in keeping the fire burning in J&K to bleed India for its own interests.' A fascinating excerpt from Lieutenant General K Himalay Singh's Making of a General: A Himalayan Echo.

On Nehru's 125th birth anniversary Cong to organise conference on freedom

On Nehru's 125th birth anniversary Cong to organise conference on freedom

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

As part of its celebrations for the 125th birth anniversary of India's first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru, the Congress will this week organise a conference bringing together many writers and historians, including Left leaning, to discuss freedom, equality, democracy and secularism in today's context.

Star fees shoot up as Bollywood prospers

Star fees shoot up as Bollywood prospers

Rediff.com16 Jul 2007

Priyanka Chopra, for instance, has signed a three film deal over four years.

Bangladesh face another innings defeat

Bangladesh face another innings defeat

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

Dismissed for 62 in the first innings, the tourists, replying to Sri Lanka's first innings of 451 for 6 declared, were 69 for 4 at close on day 2 of the second Test.

Scooby Doo creator passes away

Scooby Doo creator passes away

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

Hannah-Barbera veteran Iwao Takamoto was 81.

Bhubaneswar in running to host FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

Bhubaneswar in running to host FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

The final inspection will take place later this year following which the venue of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2020 will be named.

Fali Nariman to challenge judicial bill in Supreme Court

Fali Nariman to challenge judicial bill in Supreme Court

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

Noted jurist Fali S Nariman on Thursday slammed the two legislations that seek to overturn the present collegium system of appointment of judges, saying they hit at the root of judicial independence and may be struck down by the Supreme Court.

China refuses to relent on India's NSG bid

China refuses to relent on India's NSG bid

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

An adamant China on Thursday said "no country should or can put itself opposite the NPT".

England's only focus in Mohali is KOHLI...

England's only focus in Mohali is KOHLI...

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

England's bowlers are wary of Indian skipper Virat Kohli's recent good form and are looking to come up with plans to get him out early.

Why Condoleezza Rice is right

Why Condoleezza Rice is right

Rediff.com13 Apr 2006

Buttler, Ashwin meet again as Punjab face Rajasthan

Buttler, Ashwin meet again as Punjab face Rajasthan

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

The R Ashwin-led Kings XI slipped to the fifth spot after suffering back-to-back losses against Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore respectively. Overall, the hosts have registered four wins from eight matches this season.

Atapattu returns for tri-series

Atapattu returns for tri-series

Rediff.com5 Aug 2006

The former Sri Lanka captain returns after a five-month absence having recovered from an acute disc problem in his lower back that required surgery in May.

What makes a great BPO company

What makes a great BPO company

Rediff.com14 Jul 2005

Smart investment strategies

Smart investment strategies

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Focus on companies and not markets for a great year ahead.

Mithali excels as Indian eves level New Zealand series

Mithali excels as Indian eves level New Zealand series

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

A captain's knock by Mithali Raj enabled the Indian women's cricket team beat New Zealand by eight wickets in the fourth ODI in Bengaluru and level the five-match series 2-2.