News for 'Dragons'

Markets: What the stars foretell

Markets: What the stars foretell

Rediff.com1 Apr 2008

As per financial astrology, bulls may now show their strength in stock, commodity market. Upward movement is expected to begin with Asian market followed by European and US stock markets. Therefore, investors are advised to invest in A grade stocks: metal, ifrastructure, oil and gas, telecommunications, automobile, FNGC, power. For heavy engineering, apex financial institutions, they should have 30 days' investment view.

First Look: Ben Affleck's Gone Girl

First Look: Ben Affleck's Gone Girl

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

The film releases on October 3, and from this first look, we're already hooked.

Mummy III: A Ghastly Resurrection

Mummy III: A Ghastly Resurrection

Rediff.com1 Aug 2008

There are moments of genuine humour and riveting action, but they too few and far between. It's just sad that the visual treats come at the expense of a coherent and compelling plot.

'There was blood splattered all over the entrance'

'There was blood splattered all over the entrance'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2008

Anubhav Kacker was dining with family and friends at the Taj Hotel on the night of November 26, when the terrorists struck. Here is his story.

World's youngest King takes over amid Obamania

World's youngest King takes over amid Obamania

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

The world is going gaga over the victory of 47-year-old Barack Husein Obama in the United States, but miles and miles away a tiny nation on the lap of Himalayas made a quite entry to the history books by electing the world's youngest King.

Jet Airways voted world's second best

Jet Airways voted world's second best

Rediff.com22 Oct 2008

Silk Air with a score of 54.1 was adjudged the best airline in this category. Air Iceland (51.3), SriLankan Airlines (47.2), and Dragon Air (45.5) were adjudged to be the third, fourth and fifth best carriers in the category.

Michelle Yoeh wants to work with SRK!

Michelle Yoeh wants to work with SRK!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2008

"I know Shah Rukh Khan is quite famous in India and I would love to star opposite him. But unfortunately no calls yet. But, yes I wish I could get to work with him as a lead actress, be it a Hollywood or Indian film," says Yoeh.

Ladakh Stand-off: Be prepared to meet fire with fire

Ladakh Stand-off: Be prepared to meet fire with fire

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'India in 2020 is a lot better prepared than in 1962.' 'It is no longer a pushover; and anything other than a crushing Chinese military victory will be a major loss of face for China,' observes Rajeev Srinivasan in the first of a three part column.

In China's wild, wild west

In China's wild, wild west

Rediff.com5 May 2008

The Uighurs are China's Turkic Muslims in a volatile region where unrest sits on a keg of cultural alienation.

China shuts down 13 cities as coronavirus death toll climbs to 26

China shuts down 13 cities as coronavirus death toll climbs to 26

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

By Thursday, 830 confirmed cases of pneumonia, caused by the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), had been reported in 29 provincial-level regions in the country.

UP leather firms face Chinese heat

UP leather firms face Chinese heat

Rediff.com8 Nov 2007

After chikan and silk industry, the Chinese dragon seems to have set its eyes on the leather industry in Uttar Pradesh. The leather sector is facing increasing threat from their Chinese counterparts who are gaining on the international clients due to their low cost as compared to the ones supplied by India.

The worst sequels ever?

The worst sequels ever?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2008

Tell us!

12 PHOTOS from an odd, crazy world

12 PHOTOS from an odd, crazy world

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Here's your weekly digest of photographs that prove that it's a mad, mad, mad, mad world out there!

Meet 2017's Highest Paid Actress

Meet 2017's Highest Paid Actress

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

These gals are laughing all the way the the bank!

'China discriminates India'

'China discriminates India'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

India's guar gum exporters are facing discrimination in the Chinese market with the Dragon country allowing duty exemptions to the commodity coming from Pakistan.

HP launches new range of lifestyle computers

HP launches new range of lifestyle computers

Rediff.com21 Jun 2007

Aiming a growth of 50 per cent in the lifestyle computing market this fiscal, HP on Thursday expanded its portfolio by launching new products including desktops, notebooks and handheld devices at various price points.

Vietnam for greater economic ties with India

Vietnam for greater economic ties with India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

As Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyn Tan Dung prepares to undertake his maiden visit to India early next month, Hanoi wants greater economic engagement with New Delhi to counterbalance China's growing clout in South East and East Asia.

Twenty20 for 2010 Asiad

Twenty20 for 2010 Asiad

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

Guangzhou in China will play host to the 16th Asian Games 2010, where cricket will make its debut.

The Globes draw Oscar battle lines

The Globes draw Oscar battle lines

Rediff.com18 Jan 2006

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Lonely Planet unveiled its list of Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018.

Your favourite Jackie Chan film?

Your favourite Jackie Chan film?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2007

Tell Us!

Benedict Cumberbatch: Sherlock to Shere Khan!

Benedict Cumberbatch: Sherlock to Shere Khan!

Rediff.com30 May 2017

The latest Jungle Book film promises Sherlock fans a surprise.

Is Hero Honda the world No.1 bike co?

Is Hero Honda the world No.1 bike co?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

Just as Hero Honda celebrated being the 'number one two-wheeler company' in the world for the sixth straight year, its numero uno status has been challenged by China South, the state-run bike producer of the Dragon country.

These 10 stunning images will make you go WILD

These 10 stunning images will make you go WILD

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

Wrestling komodo dragons, ethereal egrets and thirsty squirrels are amongst some of the incredible images captured for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

Go back to grandma's kitchen to beat the fat

Go back to grandma's kitchen to beat the fat

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

Food is genetic medicine, and the kind that your ancestry has eaten for centuries is your best bet.

PIX: Alia Bhatt, Arjun Rampal cheer for Justin Bieber

PIX: Alia Bhatt, Arjun Rampal cheer for Justin Bieber

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Looking at the pictures.

India may lose Neem turf to China

India may lose Neem turf to China

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

India is about to lose its another bastion to China.

Satyamev Jayate review: John tests your threshold of pain

Satyamev Jayate review: John tests your threshold of pain

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

'John Abraham has Popeye's muscles and Bluto's scowl, but how many times can you watch a deadpan Hulk pull out a van door or burst forth from a truck tyre?' asks Sukanya Verma.

Review: Aquaman makes a splash!

Review: Aquaman makes a splash!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

This is the most fun Sukanya Verma has had since Wonder Woman.

Why Indians are learning Chinese

Why Indians are learning Chinese

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

4 lakh evacuated as typhoon hits China

4 lakh evacuated as typhoon hits China

Rediff.com3 Oct 2005

4 lakh relocated as typhoon Longwang strikes China

See where India is beating China

See where India is beating China

Rediff.com22 Aug 2006

China's doing some serious digging in India's backyard

China's doing some serious digging in India's backyard

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Jiaolong, China's manned submersible, has descended to a depth of 3,117 meters in the northwestern Indian Ocean and collected variety of precious metals.

Hot new book releases

Hot new book releases

Rediff.com2 Jun 2005

Three books for your reading pleasure.

Addicted to collecting books?

Addicted to collecting books?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

China's textile exports up 1000%

China's textile exports up 1000%

Rediff.com8 Mar 2005

The aggressive Chinese dragon has taken the textile game away from competitors.

SoftBank to buy 15% stake in Uber, pump in $1 bn in early 2018

SoftBank to buy 15% stake in Uber, pump in $1 bn in early 2018

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

With the deal closing, SoftBank becomes an investor in two of India's largest on-demand cab service -- Uber and Ola.

Tourists too can hitch a ride on Boeing's space taxi!

Tourists too can hitch a ride on Boeing's space taxi!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Commercial flights may also help Boeing's bottom line on a rare, fixed-price, government-backed development program.

How China's WTO entry will hit India

How China's WTO entry will hit India

Rediff.com7 Jun 2005

With China's entry into the WTO, India is likely to make strong gains in food grains and light manufacturing and modest growth in several other sectors but is likely to lose export shares in markets such as the US and EU especially in textiles.