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Close coop among intel agencies post 26/11

Close coop among intel agencies post 26/11

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

"Agents from FBI offices in New Delhi and Islamabad joined forces with Indian government, the CIA, the State Department, MI-6 and New Scotland Yard," he said. Through these partnerships, Muller said: "We had unprecedented access to evidence and intelligence. Agents and analysts conducted more than 60 interviews, including that of the lone surviving attacker.

Dump Masood Azhar project. Get real!

Dump Masood Azhar project. Get real!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

'A sense of purpose is lacking in India's diplomacy.' 'This is what happens when foreign policy becomes the stuff for grandstanding before the domestic audience,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India among world's top five defence spenders

India among world's top five defence spenders

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

The US, China and the UK remain the top three defence spenders while India has the fourth largest military budget, followed by Saudi Arabia and Russia, according to the '2016 Jane's Defence Budgets Report', released by research firm IHS Markit.

India needs to adapt to the world of tomorrow

India needs to adapt to the world of tomorrow

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

In another 2-3 weeks, coronavirus will chariot India to overtake the United States. In March, Modi had exhorted the nation to celebrate India's impending success over the virus by clanging metal plates. Make no mistake, India is losing this momentous war under his captaincy, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Terrorists don't come from India's Muslims'

'Terrorists don't come from India's Muslims'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

'They are not affected by ISIS' sentiment of avenging the suffering of the global ummah.' 'They have a huge ummah of their own in India, a huge Muslim population.' 'And because of that, they have to take into consideration the political and social conditions of Muslims in India.' 'They have to express themselves in a more political way and not through terrorism.'

An app to scan nutritional contents in packed food

An app to scan nutritional contents in packed food

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

The George Institute for Global Health has launched a nutrition application in India for this, called FoodSwitch.

China to have over four million wealthy families

China to have over four million wealthy families

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Despite the global recession, China will have over four million rich households earning more than $36,574 annually by 2015, making it the world's fourth largest nation in terms of the number of wealthy families, an industry report said on Thursday.

Sensex settles 267 points lower, Nifty below 9,300

Sensex settles 267 points lower, Nifty below 9,300

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Banking stocks dipped with Nifty PSU Bank index falling 1.7% after the government notified the ordinance that seeks to tackle non-performing loans in the sector.

REVEALED: Government plans for post May 3 India

REVEALED: Government plans for post May 3 India

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Nothing is going to dramatically open up on May 3. There will be too many ifs and buts and terms and conditions and guidelines in leading one's life in various zones, reveals Sheela Bhatt.

Wipro bags 7-year deal from UK firm

Wipro bags 7-year deal from UK firm

Rediff.com14 May 2014

No financial details of the deal were disclosed.

The end of civilisation as we know it? Not really

The end of civilisation as we know it? Not really

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Ever pragmatic, the Americans are convinced that the future is in the Indo-Pacific.
There is a new Indo-Pacific century, and India has to decide whether it has its eyes on the prize, says Rajeev Srinivasan.

Xi signs new security law restricting Hong Kong's freedom

Xi signs new security law restricting Hong Kong's freedom

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union and NATO have expressed concern on the new law and warned of retaliatory measures.

FULL TEXT: 'Much of India that we dream of still lies ahead of us'

FULL TEXT: 'Much of India that we dream of still lies ahead of us'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday address Members of the British Parliament in London where he promised to open more doors of cooperation between the two countries and delved on issues like terrorism and United Nations reforms.

Efforts on to woo tourists despite slowdown

Efforts on to woo tourists despite slowdown

Rediff.com30 Dec 2008

There have been cancellations in inbound air bookings as well as in hotels after the November 26 terror strikes in the western metropolis, industry experts said. According to the ministry, the growth rate in the foreign tourist arrival during January-November 2008 was only eight per cent as compared to growth rate of 14.8 per cent during the same period in 2007.

Lord Paul for UK industrial devt bank

Lord Paul for UK industrial devt bank

Rediff.com13 Dec 2008

About the problems faced by manufacturing industry in the UK, Lord Paul, who recently scripted history by becoming the first Asian deputy speaker of the House of Lords, expressed hope that the Banking Bill would end the uncertainty surrounding lending terms and conditions.

Brexit: Experts see huge volatility on more 'exit' concerns

Brexit: Experts see huge volatility on more 'exit' concerns

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

The British pound was down nearly 9 per cent in early morning trade.

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'It is not the country's interests alone that lead to all this secrecy.' 'More usually, the reason is the threat from political rivals: What will they do if they find out?', notes T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

F1 tweaks 2016 calendar, Indian Grand Prix misses out again!

F1 tweaks 2016 calendar, Indian Grand Prix misses out again!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Next year's season-opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne has been brought forward to March 20, to allow space for an August break, after previously being listed for a later than usual start on April 3.

Tata Steel sells UK Scunthorpe plant to Greybull Capital

Tata Steel sells UK Scunthorpe plant to Greybull Capital

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

The British government has been under pressure to help a sale process go through after Tata said it would sell its British business.

Sensex snaps 3-day losing streak, ends 164 pts higher; broader market up 1%

Sensex snaps 3-day losing streak, ends 164 pts higher; broader market up 1%

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market was strong

UK: Queen's properties lose over 1 billion pounds

UK: Queen's properties lose over 1 billion pounds

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has suffered over one billion pound dip in the value of her properties owing to the current global recession.

India emerges as UK's 3rd largest FDI source

India emerges as UK's 3rd largest FDI source

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

This is the highest in Europe and the third in the world after the United States and China

Biofuel revolution: Another step towards doomsday

Biofuel revolution: Another step towards doomsday

Rediff.com15 Apr 2008

Biofuel revolution by developed countries will lead to food crisis for the world's poor, speed up global warming and lead to the loss of vital habitat worldwide, environmentalists have warned. Campaigners would urge the government to impose guarantees that the new technology reduces carbon emissions. Also, biofuel production was destroying vast areas of unspoilt habitat & has made at least one species extinct. WB & UN are concerned about biofuel's effect on world food prices.

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'What accounts for the huge difference in death tolls between the most advanced countries and the relatively poorer countries?' mulls Virendra Kapoor.

Sensex ends 152 points lower, Nifty below 9,600

Sensex ends 152 points lower, Nifty below 9,600

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

There were more than three losers against every gainer on BSE

Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

'It is perplexing to see the leader of the First World with a first rate medical infrastructure come up short on its foresight to handle the pandemic,' notes Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

Sachin is a Man in Blue once again

Sachin is a Man in Blue once again

Rediff.com9 Mar 2019

True Blue, a menswear label that Arvind has created with cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, is being extended into an exclusive traditional apparel brand for men called True Blue Handcrafted.

Many UN members favour permanent Security Council seat for India

Many UN members favour permanent Security Council seat for India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

India's bid for a permanent seat in a reformed United Nations Security Council has received a strong support from many UN member states, including the UK and France, who emphasised that the the world body's top organ must reflect the emergence of new global powers.

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Nokia launches Nokia 7 Plus, 8 Sirocco series in India; relaunches Nokia 6 with new features.

Modi meets new UK PM Theresa May

Modi meets new UK PM Theresa May

Rediff.com5 Sep 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May for the first time in Hangzhou, China and held discussions on enhancing bilateral ties in the aftermath of the UK's decision to exit the European Union.

Markets snap four-day long rally ahead of GDP data

Markets snap four-day long rally ahead of GDP data

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Broader market outperformed the frontline indices with the Smallcap and Midcap gaining up to 1%

Terrorism: Lanka accuses UK of double standards

Terrorism: Lanka accuses UK of double standards

Rediff.com13 Jun 2008

Ruling out talks with the LTTE till the outlawed outfit agreed to disarm, Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse has accused Britain of double standards in dealing with the global menace of terrorism.

Brexit fallout: EPL against FA's proposal for more 'homegrown' players

Brexit fallout: EPL against FA's proposal for more 'homegrown' players

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Currently, players from outside the EU must gain work permits and pass a series of qualification tests to get a "governing body endorsement" and work permit.

Tech Mahindra to set up healthcare unit with $79 mn outsourcing deal

Tech Mahindra to set up healthcare unit with $79 mn outsourcing deal

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Rivals like Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp and Infosys Ltd have also sharpened focus on the healthcare sector

COVID-19 tip of the iceberg, says China's 'Bat woman'

COVID-19 tip of the iceberg, says China's 'Bat woman'

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Shi explained that she and a group of researchers obtained samples of coronavirus on December 30 last year and performed high-throughput sequencing of the samples and the isolation of pathogens.

LSE, Deutsche Borse set to create world's biggest exchange

LSE, Deutsche Borse set to create world's biggest exchange

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

If it goes ahead, the combination would create the world's biggest exchange by revenue.

Markets settle lower on profit-booking, but gains most in six weeks

Markets settle lower on profit-booking, but gains most in six weeks

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market, turned negative from positive

Britons: Biggest gadget spenders in Europe

Britons: Biggest gadget spenders in Europe

Rediff.com30 Oct 2007

According to the report from the European Information Technology Observatory, Britons spend more on electronic equipment than shoppers in any other country in Europe, The Daily Telegraph reported on Tuesday. Consumers in Britain are expected to spend more than 11 billion pounds this year on electronic gadgets, making them bigger spenders than those in Germany (9.3 billion pounds), France (7.2 billion pounds) and Italy (4.3 billion pounds).

UK, US workers most pessimistic about jobs: Survey

UK, US workers most pessimistic about jobs: Survey

Rediff.com26 Mar 2003

Workers in Great Britain and the United States are among the most pessimistic in the world about the possibility of losing their jobs, according to a global job confidence level survey released on Wednesday.\n\n\n\n

PM leaves for G-8 Summit in Japan

PM leaves for G-8 Summit in Japan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday left Delhi on a three-day visit to Japan for attending the G-8 summit on whose sidelines he will meet US President George W Bush and discuss progress on the Indo-US nuclear deal. During his stay in Hokkaido island, he will meet leaders of various countries including Russia, Britain, Germany, France and host Japan for bilateral discussions.