News for 'Faisal'

'Aim is to double India's share in world trade'

'Aim is to double India's share in world trade'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Rising cost of credit and infrastructure bottlenecks are hurting the export sector, says Rafeeque Ahmed, President, Federation of Indian Export Organisations.

Samsung India hands pink slips to cut flab

Samsung India hands pink slips to cut flab

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

The move, however, is unlikely to prompt its rivals in India - Chinese manufacturers like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi - to do the same.

Jeep Wrangler: Goes where no other SUV can

Jeep Wrangler: Goes where no other SUV can

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

The Jeep Wrangler is a vehicle which can go anywhere without blinking an eye-lid.

The world better take India seriously!

The world better take India seriously!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Despite keeping cricket as a sport alive, India gets ridiculed at every opportunity, says Faisal Shariff, bristling at the way India was ridiculed at the World Cup launch.

'India should cut barriers to boost global trade'

'India should cut barriers to boost global trade'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

SC/STs have seen significant catch-up in education and incomes relative to non-SC/STs in recent years, says Pravin Krishna.

'Aamir would bully me!'

'Aamir would bully me!'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2005

Lessons to be learnt from the IPL

Lessons to be learnt from the IPL

Rediff.com10 May 2013

The key for all Indian Premier League franchises in next year's auction, says Faisal Shariff, will be to invest in good Indian players and choose a captain from among them.

Pak assures Kartarpur pilgrims won't be subjected to Khalistani propaganda

Pak assures Kartarpur pilgrims won't be subjected to Khalistani propaganda

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

It is the first meeting between officials of India and Pakistan to discuss the Kartarpur corridor issue, amid heightened tensions between the two nations over the Pulwama terror attack, followed by India's pre-emptive air strike on Jaish-e-Mohammed camps in Balakot and Pakistan's subsequent retaliation.

'FDI move will attract investors, soothe nerves'

'FDI move will attract investors, soothe nerves'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Govt's decision to allow FDI will attract capital, boost confidence and soothe the nerves, say experts.

The men who took on Iron Man and Superman

The men who took on Iron Man and Superman

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Jason Kothari and Dinesh Shamdasani are making Valiant a name to be reckoned with in the comics industry.

Govt lacks imagination, common sense: Jayati Ghosh

Govt lacks imagination, common sense: Jayati Ghosh

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

It's pointless and stupid to allow foreign direct investment in retail and investment, says Jayati Ghosh.

Verito Vibe: A frugal hatch for practical buyers

Verito Vibe: A frugal hatch for practical buyers

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

The car has a terrific ride quality, generous cabin space and a fuel efficient diesel engine.

'Banking opportunity in non-urban India is under-appreciated'

'Banking opportunity in non-urban India is under-appreciated'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Rural markets can provide 25 per cent growth over the next decade, says CLSA's Aashish Agarwal.

'Banking opportunity in non-urban India is under-appreciated'

'Banking opportunity in non-urban India is under-appreciated'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Rural markets can provide 25 per cent growth over the next decade, says CLSA's Aashish Agarwal.

Indian sells co for millions of dollars in two days

Indian sells co for millions of dollars in two days

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

Ankur Singla, who sold his startup in a multi-million deal within two days of launching it, speaks to Faisal Kidwai.

Verdict! New Nissan Micra is apt for city driving only

Verdict! New Nissan Micra is apt for city driving only

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

The diesel version scores over petrol in ride quality.

PICS: The BULLET 500's retro appeal

PICS: The BULLET 500's retro appeal

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

At a price of Rs 1.69 lakh the Bullet 500 is a very appealing cruiser. With retro style and modern mechanicals, the Bullet 500 is here to thump your heart.

Bike review: Hero Passion xPro

Bike review: Hero Passion xPro

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Should you buy this bike for Rs 59,000?

'5 SIMI men planning terror attacks on behalf of ISI'

'5 SIMI men planning terror attacks on behalf of ISI'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

High alert has been sounded across India that five members of the banned Students Islamic Movement of India, who had fled from a Madhya Pradesh jail in 2013, are planning to carry out terror strikes on instructions of Pakistan's spy agency Directorate for Inter-Services Intelligence.

Gujarat wasn't even uttered, says ex-Pak minister who attended Aiyar's dinner

Gujarat wasn't even uttered, says ex-Pak minister who attended Aiyar's dinner

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

'Surprised and pained that my name has been dragged into Indian domestic politics,' says Pakistan's former foreign minister Khurshid Mahmud Kasuri.

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Nihal Ansari after 6 years

Pakistan releases Indian prisoner Hamid Nihal Ansari after 6 years

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Ansari, a 33-year-old Mumbai resident, was lodged in the Peshawar Central Jail after being sentenced by the military court on December 15, 2015.

REVIEW: Should you buy Honda CB Trigger at Rs 90k?

REVIEW: Should you buy Honda CB Trigger at Rs 90k?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

The Honda CB Trigger offers good performance while being quite frugal and dynamically potent writes Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.

IN PICS: The most affordable Ducati

IN PICS: The most affordable Ducati

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

At Rs 7.5 lakh, the Ducati Monster 795 offers some serious eye candy with performance to match, writes Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.

Amir DROPPED from Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

Amir DROPPED from Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Pakistan have dropped out-of-sorts pace bowler Mohammad Amir from their 17-man squad for next month's two-Test series against Australia in the United Arab Emirates, with left-arm seamer Wahab Riaz earning a recall.

Chelsea's Hazard enjoying life under new manager Sarri

Chelsea's Hazard enjoying life under new manager Sarri

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Eden Hazard is enjoying life under new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri but says reports that he is about to announce the signing of a new deal with the London club are wide of the mark.

'RBI's intervention to check the fall of rupee doesn't help much'

'RBI's intervention to check the fall of rupee doesn't help much'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

The rupee should be allowed to find its own level, says analyst Anil Bhansali.

'Walmart contributes to increase in poverty'

'Walmart contributes to increase in poverty'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

FDi helps a tiny minority in our country, says Hema Swaminathan, Assistant Professor, Centre for Public Policy, Indian Institute of Management-Bangalore.

Bike review: Hyosung Aquila Pro

Bike review: Hyosung Aquila Pro

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

The Hyosung GV650 Aquila Pro isn't cheap but is the most affordable big cruiser in the market today, feels Faisal Ali Khan.

Jaguar F-Type: Ample dose of style, luxury and thrill

Jaguar F-Type: Ample dose of style, luxury and thrill

Rediff.com27 May 2013

The car offers high amount of thrill with ample dose of style, luxury and vocal blast.

IN PICS: The all-new Ninja 300 for Rs 3.9 lakh

IN PICS: The all-new Ninja 300 for Rs 3.9 lakh

Rediff.com22 May 2013

The new Kawasaki Ninja 300 performs splendidly, it goes as fast as it looks, writes Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.

India should make it easy to hire, fire workers

India should make it easy to hire, fire workers

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

Foreign investors don't like policy uncertainty and reversibility, says Anusha Chari.

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

'Ekta Kapoor candidly confessed that she is equated with scandal, sleaze and shocking content.' 'So it's gutsy on her part that she is not bothered if our Indian audience is ready for such a Web series.'

Ford EcoSport is made for Indian roads

Ford EcoSport is made for Indian roads

Rediff.com14 May 2013

You reach triple digit speed in a breeze.

IN PICS: The all new TVS Wego

IN PICS: The all new TVS Wego

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Tough competition ahead for Activa and Vespa

'Labour laws hampering India's manufacturing sector'

'Labour laws hampering India's manufacturing sector'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2012

Services cannot create enough jobs that will match the skill sets of the bulk of the work force, says Nirvikar Singh.

Is this the beginning of the end of ICC's power?

Is this the beginning of the end of ICC's power?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Last week, England and Wales Cricket Board CEO David Collier pushed for the Indian Premier League to be held in March-April so that English players could play a bigger role in the IPL. This proposal raises question marks about the attempt to reduce the importance of the ICC or its events, notes Faisal Shariff.

India-England trophy can't be named after Tiger Pataudi

India-England trophy can't be named after Tiger Pataudi

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

The BCCI's decision to turn down a proposal to name the trophy for the India-England Test series after the legendary Tiger Pataudi prompts Faisal Shariff to dwell on the legacy behind the silverware in Indian cricket.

'Muslims have a higher perception of unfairness'

'Muslims have a higher perception of unfairness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Policies should help Muslims cross the school threshold, says Rakesh Basant, IIM-A professor and author of a study on Indian Muslims

'I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers'

'I want to be the John Grisham of financial thrillers'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Ravi Subramanian discusses his latest crime thriller, The Bankster, with Faisal Kidwai.