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Oxford Covid vaccine under lens after error: Report

Oxford Covid vaccine under lens after error: Report

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

AstraZeneca Plc and the University of Oxford are facing questions about their Covid-19 vaccine and whether regulators would quickly authorise its emergency use after the pharma company acknowledged an error in the vaccine dosage received by some participants and other irregularities and omissions, according to the New York Times.

COVID-19: It hasn't gone viral in India

COVID-19: It hasn't gone viral in India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'Our drains are not filled with bodies, our hospitals not run out of beds.' 'That good news, or absence of expected bad news, is the truth that so many in the international community, and also within India, seem unable to handle,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

India expect 'positive' verdict on Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

India expect 'positive' verdict on Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

AITA said last week they had written to International Tennis Federation (ITF) asking them to shift the tie to a neutral venue

JLR warns UK govt against a 'bad' Brexit deal

JLR warns UK govt against a 'bad' Brexit deal

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

JLR is the UK's largest carmaker, which has witnessed a complete turnaround in its fortunes since Tata Motors acquired the traditional British brands from Ford 10 years ago.

How UBS manipulated interest rates

How UBS manipulated interest rates

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

UBS said on Wednesday it will pay $1.2 billion to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, 160 million pounds ($260 million) to Britain's Financial Services Authority (FSA) and 59 million Swiss francs ($65 million) to Swiss regulator Finma.

Rupee snaps 2-day losing streak vs dollar, up 4 paise

Rupee snaps 2-day losing streak vs dollar, up 4 paise

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

The dollar index was trading lower by 0.03 per cent against its major global rivals today.

UK backs India's bid for UNSC seat: Brown

UK backs India's bid for UNSC seat: Brown

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

It is time to formally recognise on a more consistent and regular basis the reality of the emerging new world order, he said.

'No cap on international students coming to the UK'

'No cap on international students coming to the UK'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

The president of Universities UK has spoken out against the myth that it has become more difficult for international students to study in Britain.

JLR to expand presence in India, China; create 800 jobs

JLR to expand presence in India, China; create 800 jobs

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

In 2012, JLR sales were up in every major market, driven by new model introductions and update programmes, the company said in a statement issued at the North American International Motor Show in Detroit.

Hurrah! Indian students can work in UK post studies

Hurrah! Indian students can work in UK post studies

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Indians are welcome to study and work in Great Britain, says UK's Minister for Science and Universities Jo Johnson.

How Ola is getting ready to take on Uber

How Ola is getting ready to take on Uber

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

The new tranche of funding raises Ola's valuation to $5.74 billion from $4.45 billion in October 2017

UK ditches its coronavirus-tracing app in favour of Apple-Google tech

UK ditches its coronavirus-tracing app in favour of Apple-Google tech

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

The UK will now be taking forward a solution that brings together the work on the National Health Service app and the Google/Apple solution.

'London a tough terrorist target'

'London a tough terrorist target'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Any potential attacker planning to threaten the Olympic Games that begin next month will find London a "hard target" to penetrate, a former British security minister has said.

USL sells Whyte & Mackay for Rs 4,345 cr

USL sells Whyte & Mackay for Rs 4,345 cr

Rediff.com10 May 2014

In a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), USL said it had made a recommendation to the board of subsidiary United Spirits to consider the sale of the entire share capital of Whyte & Mackay.

What next to Apple's victory over Samsung?

What next to Apple's victory over Samsung?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

Innovation will be hit by US ruling.

World's best bomb maker is looking to strike back

World's best bomb maker is looking to strike back

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

'Underwear bomb' creator Ibrahim Hassan al-Asiri, perhaps the best bomb maker in the world, has been the most high-profile recruit of the Islamic State. And the ability of his bombs to go unchecked through the most stringent security setups has left the US and UK very worried. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Moody's downgrades Lodha's outlook to negative on poor sales

Moody's downgrades Lodha's outlook to negative on poor sales

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Operating sales in Mumbai and London were weaker by 20 per cent and 50 per cent, respectively.

All eyes on London and spectacular Games opening

All eyes on London and spectacular Games opening

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

All eyes turn to London on Friday for the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics, an exuberant journey from Britain's idyllic pastures through the grime of the Industrial Revolution and ending in a contemporary world dominated by popular culture.

Trump meets May in 1st summit with foreign leader

Trump meets May in 1st summit with foreign leader

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

May said Britain and the US must "lead together" again and play their role in safeguarding global security even as she welcomed the rise of democratic allies like India.

16-yr-old eco warrior wraps up 15-day carbon-free trip

16-yr-old eco warrior wraps up 15-day carbon-free trip

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

It takes 8 hours on a plane from Plymouth, United Kingdom to New York. But 16-year-old Greta Thunberg took 15 days to reach the Big Apple as she hitched a ride on a zero-emissions yacht, making the entire trip without leaving a carbon footprint.

Football Extras: England footballer charged with sexual assault

Football Extras: England footballer charged with sexual assault

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne has been charged with committing sexual assault on board a train, police said on Monday.

UK elections: What happens to Brexit now?

UK elections: What happens to Brexit now?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

While Britain grapples with a hung parliament, EU has warned, 'We don't know when Brexit talks start. We know when they must end.'

Alstom unit paid bribes to win Delhi Metro contracts

Alstom unit paid bribes to win Delhi Metro contracts

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

The UK subsidiary allegedly paid bribes to win train infrastructure orders for the Delhi Metro, the Serious Fraud Office said in a filing.

Why ISIS may attract more Indians

Why ISIS may attract more Indians

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

India has a sizeable population of Sunni Muslims, and the Intelligence Bureau fears more young men will be drawn to the ISIS.

US to host next G20 Summit on Sept 24

US to host next G20 Summit on Sept 24

Rediff.com29 May 2009

The United States will host the next G-20 Summit on September 24 and 25 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in which global powers, including India, will participate, the White House announced on Friday.

62% Indian employees report sick to chill out at home

62% Indian employees report sick to chill out at home

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

In India staying home and watching TV was the top choice followed by meeting up with friends and relatives.

Nirav Modi's defence team even used his pet dog in attempt to win bail

Nirav Modi's defence team even used his pet dog in attempt to win bail

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Clare Montgomery, Modi's barrister, made a series of offers to try and convince the judge to grant bail.

It doesn't matter that Kamala Harris is half-Indian

It doesn't matter that Kamala Harris is half-Indian

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

What the Indian economy looks like next January will influence her view on India, not her genetics, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Bolt refuses to run in UK until tax laws changed

Bolt refuses to run in UK until tax laws changed

Rediff.com15 Aug 2012

Sprint legend Usain Bolt has stated that he will not be returning to race in the UK until the country changes its tax laws.

Brexit woes: Indian IT firms must innovate to survive

Brexit woes: Indian IT firms must innovate to survive

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

The challenge for Indian software is clear. A good part of its bread and butter business - writing code and maintaining software systems - is being automated, reducing revenue streams and work for lower level employees

Trump not conceding is an embarrassment, says Biden

Trump not conceding is an embarrassment, says Biden

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Responding to questions from reporters on Trump not conceding the race, Biden hoped that at the end it's all going to come to fruition on January 20th.

Harris' win latest in growing list of desi lawmakers

Harris' win latest in growing list of desi lawmakers

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

Countries across the world -- from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada to Singapore and New Zealand, are witnessing phenomenal strides by Indian-origin politicians, who are now taking on influential and prominent roles in governments and cabinets.

Mahatma stands tall next to Churchill in London

Mahatma stands tall next to Churchill in London

Rediff.com14 Mar 2015

A historic bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled in London at the Parliament Square, standing adjacent to iconic leaders like Britain's war-time Prime Minister Winston Churchill and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela.

Women boxers knock men out of Olympics limelight

Women boxers knock men out of Olympics limelight

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Women will box in the Olympics for the first time in London, bringing an end to the last all-male sport at the summer Games and potentially usher in a series of changes that may permit professionals to fight in Rio in four years time.

Bundesliga restart gives hope to other leagues; Barca's Umtiti injured

Bundesliga restart gives hope to other leagues; Barca's Umtiti injured

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The resumption of the German Bundesliga next weekend amid the COVID-19 crisis will give hope to other European leagues that they can also successfully return, according to Schalke 04 coach David Wagner.

India new economic giant: Blair

India new economic giant: Blair

Rediff.com21 Sep 2005

Describing India as a new technology and economic power, Prime Minister Tony Blair on Tuesday told his cabinet colleagues to focus on Britain's future.

Sensex, Nifty erase losses to end in green

Sensex, Nifty erase losses to end in green

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

The S&P BSE Midcap and the S&P BSE Smallcap indices gained 0.3% and 0.5%, respectively

Planning in India? It needs a thorough change

Planning in India? It needs a thorough change

Rediff.com12 Apr 2011

Planning in India will need to change to take account of a more volatile global economy.

As Serena fights, a duchess watches

As Serena fights, a duchess watches

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

A duchess had come to Queens.

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Beckham has big ambitions at the London Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

While David Beckham has set his sights on winning a second successive Major League Soccer (MLS) championship with the LA Galaxy this year, he also has big ambitions at the London Olympics.