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Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Amardeep Singh, 22, a resident of Brampton, Surrey, and Abbotsford areas of Canada, has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

Morgan wants Ireland games to be used as practice for WT20

Morgan wants Ireland games to be used as practice for WT20

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Cricket authorities said late last month they were still planning for the World Cup in October, although Cricket Australia has conceded the entire international schedule is up in the air due to the virus.

Candidates champ Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

Candidates champ Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Hundreds of students from the Velammal Vidyalaya, the school where Gukesh studies, lined up at the airport at least one hour before his flight landed to greet the 17-year-old chess prodigy.

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Efficient land use, minimum congestion, a focus on dharamshalas (inns) and homestays, upgrading the infrastructure while retaining the historical and cultural character of the city are some of the highlights of the plan prepared by Kukreja, the managing principal of CP Kukreja Architects.

Will RBI Governor Get An Extension?

Will RBI Governor Get An Extension?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'After a long time, we have a governor who is approachable. The RBI's interactions with us are now much better.'

M&As likely to witness a strong comeback as PEs bet more cash in India

M&As likely to witness a strong comeback as PEs bet more cash in India

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in India are expected to stay buoyant, seen over the last three-four years, despite a slowdown in the first seven months of the calendar year. "M&A is a lumpy business activity, and we may suddenly see large deals taking place during the next two quarters of the calendar year. "This would help maintain the streak of strong M&A activity.

BRICS doubles in size with 5 new members; Putin hints at further expansion

BRICS doubles in size with 5 new members; Putin hints at further expansion

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

In August, the top BRICS leaders at the grouping's summit in Johannesburg approved a proposal to admit six countries, including Argentina, into the bloc with effect from January 1.

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The parliamentary committee on IT has recently been in the news for asking global representatives of Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to present their views on misuse of social media platforms and its impact on citizens.

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Digital literacy is emerging as the professional language of 2024. It is the ability to process complex data sets, deploy critical communication technologies appropriately and validate your importance at your workplace, explains Jagdeep Kochar, managing director, Baker & Taylor India.

KKR-SRH Final: Gambhir's acumen vs Cummins's passion

KKR-SRH Final: Gambhir's acumen vs Cummins's passion

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Tactician par excellence Gautam Gambhir couldn't have envisaged a battle of brains with a more different kind of adversary than the smiling yet ruthless Pat Cummins as Kolkata Knight Riders face a spirited Sunrisers Hyderabad in a mega IPL final in Chennai on Sunday.

Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Investing the time and resources needed to acquire new skill sets and sharpen existing ones will enable you to stay relevant and make you more employable, says Ankit Aggarwal, founder and CEO of Unstop.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

You don't prep for 2028 but for 2040, or even 2044. Sustained sporting excellence is based on mass support, grassroots development, and funding - and it is this trifecta India needs to work on, systematically, asserts Prem Panicker.

Google versus Epic Games verdict in US cheers Indian gaming developers

Google versus Epic Games verdict in US cheers Indian gaming developers

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

The verdict in the Google versus Epic Games antitrust case in the US has spread cheer among the Indian gaming and app developers. Ending a three-year legal battle, the San Francisco jury found that Google turned its Play app store and billing service into an illegal monopoly. American video game maker Epic Games, best known for Fortnite, had sued Google in 2020.

T20 World Cup will be my last as India head coach: Dravid

T20 World Cup will be my last as India head coach: Dravid

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Rahul Dravid said he enjoyed every bit of his coaching tenure.

Corbevax gets nod as booster dose after Covaxin, Covishield

Corbevax gets nod as booster dose after Covaxin, Covishield

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

This is for the first time that a booster dose that is different from the one used for primary vaccination against COVID has been allowed in the country.

Digital Competition Bill Wants Interoperability

Digital Competition Bill Wants Interoperability

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

It is being suggested that apps, such as WhatsApp and Telegram, should share their APIs with each other to ensure there is interoperability, just as it exists across email services.

India-Taiwan-US Unite To Counter China's Cyber Threats

India-Taiwan-US Unite To Counter China's Cyber Threats

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Three countries share a common interest in warding off cyber attacks from various agencies PLA is developing and training in China.

Speedy distribution of vaccine major global challenge: WHO experts

Speedy distribution of vaccine major global challenge: WHO experts

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

As India launches the world's most ambitious and biggest vaccination drive against COVID-19, the country will encounter the formidable challenge of rapidly scaling up distribution of the vaccines to secure immunity for its entire population, two prominent Indian scientists at World Health Organisation have said.

At COP28, Modi proposes to host 2028 climate talks in India

At COP28, Modi proposes to host 2028 climate talks in India

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Asserting that the world does not have much time to correct the mistakes of the last century, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a 'Green Credit Initiative' focused on creating carbon sinks through people's participation and also proposed to host the United Nations climate conference in 2028, or COP33, in India.

Revised Schedule M elicits mixed response

Revised Schedule M elicits mixed response

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

A notification of the revised Schedule M rules by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has elicited mixed responses from the pharma sector and industry observers. While the industry has welcomed the revision of rules, several analysts said that implementation and compliance can become a challenge for smaller pharmaceutical companies. The Schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules specifies the good manufacturing practices (GMPs), which aim to ensure quality of drugs made in the country.

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

16-year-old Harsimran invited to train at NBA Global Academy

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

The Indian teenager will train at Basketball Australia's Centre of Excellence from November 7-24.

China 'firmly opposes external interference' in Maldives

China 'firmly opposes external interference' in Maldives

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'The two sides agree to continue firmly supporting each other in safeguarding their respective core interests,' a joint statement issued at the end of Muizzu's talks with Chinese leaders said.

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The City of Bikes is like no other.

Celebrating Indonesia's Festival Of Democracy

Celebrating Indonesia's Festival Of Democracy

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

The 'Pesta Demokrasi' is a cause for celebration not only for Indonesia but also for democracy and forces for peace all over the globe, notes Sandeep Chakravorty, India's Ambassador to Indonesia.

India set to launch first-ever offshore mineral auction in Q1 FY24

India set to launch first-ever offshore mineral auction in Q1 FY24

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

In a step towards diversifying its resource base and securing green energy minerals, India is poised to launch its first-ever offshore mineral auction in the first quarter of 2024, announced Union Minister of Mines Pralhad Joshi during the launch event of the National Geoscience Data Repository portal. The government plans to hold auctions in March, offering 10-15 blocks for bidding. Meanwhile, the ministry of mines is currently developing rules and regulations for offshore mining.

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Bengaluru recorded the highest green building stock at 140 million square feet, followed by Delhi-National Capital Region at 74 msf, and Hyderabad at 72 msf for Grade A office buildings as of September 2023.

India, US ink pact to boost cooperation among startups, promote innovation

India, US ink pact to boost cooperation among startups, promote innovation

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

India and the US have signed an agreement to promote innovation through increasing cooperation among startups, address regulatory hurdles and share best practices on fundraising by entrepreneurs, an official statement said on Wednesday. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) on enhancing innovation ecosystems through an innovation handshake under the framework of India-US Commercial Dialogue was signed on November 14 in San Francisco. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is in San Francisco.

'It Slowly Dawned On Me That I Had Won'

'It Slowly Dawned On Me That I Had Won'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'I want to believe that now the world is my oyster.'

IKS Health, backed by Jhunjhunwala family, buys US tech firm for Rs 1,600 cr

IKS Health, backed by Jhunjhunwala family, buys US tech firm for Rs 1,600 cr

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

AQuity Solutions is a leading tech-enabled clinical documentation, medical coding and revenue integrity solutions provider in the healthcare domain. On the other hand, IKS Health provides administrative, clinical and operational services to clinicians.

10 celebs who practice what they preach

10 celebs who practice what they preach

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Today is World Environment Day; apt then we look at what contribution some of the best-looking people we feature on our pages make to it!

Kejriwal needs no insulin: Tihar; Wife says they want to kill him

Kejriwal needs no insulin: Tihar; Wife says they want to kill him

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday said Tihar authorities were 'lying' about specialist doctors examining Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, while his wife Sunita Kejriwal alleged that he was being denied insulin for diabetes as 'they want to kill' him.

Grand welcome for Modi at BJP HQ for G20 Summit

Grand welcome for Modi at BJP HQ for G20 Summit

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The BJP has often highlighted the global recognition of his leadership and India's enhanced stature at the international level in its political discourse, an issue which is likely to rise in salience following the G20 meeting.

Check The Management Before Investing

Check The Management Before Investing

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

A lot depends upon the crucial decision-making skills of the management. If you have any doubts about the management then you always have the choice of selling your shares or not buying stocks of those companies at all.

Mobile phones to cost less as govt cuts import duty

Mobile phones to cost less as govt cuts import duty

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

A day ahead of the interim Budget, India slashed import duty on spare parts, like battery cover, lens and SIM socket, used in mobile phone manufacturing to 10 per cent, from 15 per cent. The duty cut is aimed at boosting local production and exports, as well as reducing prices in local markets. The finance ministry on January 30, notified the cut in duty on all goods for use in manufacture of cellular mobile phones to 10 per cent.

Xi, Putin hint at political settlement to end Ukraine war

Xi, Putin hint at political settlement to end Ukraine war

Rediff.com16 May 2024

"The two sides note that the relationship between Russia and China has progressed to a more advanced interstate cooperation compared to the military-political unions of the Cold War era as it is not bloc or confrontational in nature, nor does it target any third countries," Russia's new agency Tass quoted the document as saying.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

Rahul may win Wayanad but Kerala is no Congress fortress this time

Rahul may win Wayanad but Kerala is no Congress fortress this time

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Political pundits unanimously suggest that the state is not experiencing a discernible Gandhi wave this time around.

'Banking system has learnt lessons from 2008 crisis'

'Banking system has learnt lessons from 2008 crisis'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

'They have since only tried to improve systems. Also, with regulatory guidance from time to time, we are in a position to assess a situation and react in time.'

Before You Invest ESG Funds, Read This

Before You Invest ESG Funds, Read This

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

An allocation to ESG theme funds can bring down the overall risk of an equity portfolio. Investors with long-term financial goals, such as retirement, should not ignore sustainable investing.

US investor BlackRock slashes Byju's valuation by 95% to $1 billion

US investor BlackRock slashes Byju's valuation by 95% to $1 billion

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

BlackRock has again reduced the valuation of its share in edtech firm Byju's - this time to about $1 billion, TechCrunch reported on Friday, citing disclosures made by the US-based asset manager. This is 95 per cent less than its peak valuation of $22 billion in 2022. The markdown comes at a time when the company is facing a multitude of challenges, including securing fresh capital, delays in financial reporting and legal disputes with lenders.