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Force One? Force Racing? What will Mallya call his F1 team?

Force One? Force Racing? What will Mallya call his F1 team?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

Force India co-owner Vijay Mallya has steered his Formula One team through a decade of growth and is looking forward to another, although the 'India' moniker looks destined to be dropped.

'Shrill' debates on TV news channels overshadowing facts: Jaitley

'Shrill' debates on TV news channels overshadowing facts: Jaitley

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

The "dividing line" between news and opinion has weakened which leaves viewers and readers searching for facts and print media can "strike back" by presenting them without a "slant", Information and Broadcasting minister Arun Jaitley said on Tuesday.

Ganpati, Durga, Lakshmi to the rescue of India Inc!

Ganpati, Durga, Lakshmi to the rescue of India Inc!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

Brands in India are finding newer, more innovative ways to engage with a wider audience during festivals. But they still have a long way to go before they match global campaigns.

Markets end in red; Lupin slumps 9%, ITC up 2%

Markets end in red; Lupin slumps 9%, ITC up 2%

Rediff.com20 May 2016

A mixed global trend and weakness in rupee influenced the sentiments during the day.

'U-17 WC a success but no commitment on U-20 bid'

'U-17 WC a success but no commitment on U-20 bid'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

World football governing body chief Gianni Infantino, on Friday, described the FIFA U-17 World Cup as a "resounding success" but refrained from giving any commitment on the country's bid to host the U-20 World Cup in 2019.

What Tata's new leader must do

What Tata's new leader must do

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

'The Tata group will need for its new leader to show the same foresight and willingness to go against conventional wisdom at times to keep the group's aspirations high and uphold the values of innovation, ethics, corporate responsibility, trust and leadership that are frequently associated with the Tata name.'

For India's airlines, the battle this time is over time, not price

For India's airlines, the battle this time is over time, not price

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Competition is intense and with the blurring of differences in service proposition and fares, it becomes imperative that airlines use their on-time performance for messaging and brand building.

James Murdoch says family is united as he takes helm of Fox

James Murdoch says family is united as he takes helm of Fox

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Some investors have questioned whether James is less attached to some parts of the media empire that his father built

The secret to cooking the perfect biryani

The secret to cooking the perfect biryani

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

This burst of flavours is as much a delight to eat as for the chefs to dish out a perfect pot of biryani.

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

'The desire to force others to act according to the way we want the world to be is strong in our parts. This is particularly so because we have not fully internalised the idea of individual liberties. The fact is that our moralism will get us into trouble,' says Aakar Patel.

From Kabaali to Baahubali, why brands love blockbusters

From Kabaali to Baahubali, why brands love blockbusters

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

More than the revenue component, the movies gain hugely in terms of visibility and reach, reports T E Narasimhan.

Russia still violating IAAF doping rules?

Russia still violating IAAF doping rules?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Russia continues to violate anti-doping rules despite its suspension from international track and field and orders from world athletics' governing body, the IAAF, to eradicate cheating, Germany's ARD broadcaster said on Sunday.

UK: Mallya enters Suhel Seth's book launch, Indian envoy exits

UK: Mallya enters Suhel Seth's book launch, Indian envoy exits

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Social media was in a frenzy after it emerged that Indian High Commissioner Navtej Sarna, who was one of the special guests at the event on Thursday evening to mark the launch of Suhel Seth's new book 'Mantras for Success: India's Greatest CEOs Tell You How to Win', was also present at the event when the business tycoon arrived.

Nobel Prize, World Bank Chief... anything is possible for R3

Nobel Prize, World Bank Chief... anything is possible for R3

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

'With his envious academic record, extraordinary research calibre and unparalleled work experience, we can trust him to become the first Indian -- fully Indian, not one of those Americans of Indian origin -- to win the Nobel Prize in Economics,' says Sudhir Bisht.

Proud Basques Bilbao eyeing King's Cup upset against Barca

Proud Basques Bilbao eyeing King's Cup upset against Barca

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Athletic Bilbao have proudly resisted pressure to abandon their policy of only recruiting players of Basque origin, making it all the more impressive that they are the club standing between Barcelona and a record-extending 27th King's Cup.

The humble chaiwallah is forcing his way into exclusive clubs

The humble chaiwallah is forcing his way into exclusive clubs

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

'Modi is a symbol of Asia Rising; and, for the first time in decades, a non-white has the potential to be the most compelling global leader.'

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Vikas? Major Economic Reforms? Naah!

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

'It is clear that economic policy and reform under this administration will always be afterthoughts, something to be carried out only when no other political concern intervenes -- when, in other words, the government feels safe and comfortable enough to take a moderate risk,' argues Mihir S Sharma.

Russian crisis: Putin talks smooth but offers no cure

Russian crisis: Putin talks smooth but offers no cure

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

The rouble has fallen about 45 per cent against the dollar this year.

Chinese magnate to buy English soccer team Aston Villa

Chinese magnate to buy English soccer team Aston Villa

Rediff.com19 May 2016

A Chinese magnate has agreed to buy historic English football club Aston Villa, the latest in a series of investments from China into football worldwide as President Xi Jinping looks to make the country a global powerhouse in the sport.

Rs 500, 1000 notes scrapped; ATMs, banks closed tomorrow

Rs 500, 1000 notes scrapped; ATMs, banks closed tomorrow

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

The people of India have 50 days, from November 10 to December 30, to deposit notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 in any Bank or Post Office.

How Congress spokespersons defend the indefensible

How Congress spokespersons defend the indefensible

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

A Ganesh Nadar listens in during Congress spokesperson Sanjay Jha's speech to the IMC in Mumbai.

'Maximum utterance, minimum governance'

'Maximum utterance, minimum governance'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

'A foot-in-mouth disorder seems to grip the government, and is growing chronic by the day,' says Sunil Sethi.

Ekta Kapoor: The drama queen

Ekta Kapoor: The drama queen

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

Harvard, age and experience have changed Ekta Kapoor in ways that will stand her in good stead as she attempts the biggest transformation Balaji Telefilms has seen.

'Perennial 'chokers' South Africa 'want to take the trophy back home'

'Perennial 'chokers' South Africa 'want to take the trophy back home'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2015

Being told not to return home as "losers" by their country's sports minister merely reflects the passionate desire of all South Africans for a maiden World Cup triumph, captain AB de Villiers said on Saturday.

Xi preps Kim for Trump summit

Xi preps Kim for Trump summit

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

'Kim has once again shown astuteness and statesmanship by securing China's support precisely just when it matters most to him,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

WC Contenders: Home comforts for some; chokers tag hurt SA

WC Contenders: Home comforts for some; chokers tag hurt SA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

With strong hosts expected to challenge, a highly-fancied South Africa face their demons.

Is Kejriwal an anarchist or an alchemist?

Is Kejriwal an anarchist or an alchemist?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Aam Aadmi Party member Sanju Verma on what constitutes modern-day anarchy and why AAP is the only political party that can make a real difference.

Why PK is OK

Why PK is OK

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

If we don't want a Hindu version of our neighbour, we must keep open minds -- even when what we hear or see is not what we like.

Fight the FAT battle! Here's how

Fight the FAT battle! Here's how

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Yoga acharya Shameem Akthar takes at a look at what you can do to avoid the pitfall of obesity.

Bollywood studios eye profits at last as India goes smartphone mad

Bollywood studios eye profits at last as India goes smartphone mad

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The profit boost for studios will in large part be driven by the rush for local-language content from platforms like Netflix Inc

Video: This dancing duo is quietly making India proud

Video: This dancing duo is quietly making India proud

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Few in India know that Elvis & Namrata won at the World Salsa Summit in Miami!

The evolution of the advertising agency

The evolution of the advertising agency

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

In conversation with Anil S Nair, CEO & Managing Partner at L&K Saatchi & Saatchi India.

Tata firms to collaborate for better performance

Tata firms to collaborate for better performance

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

Tata Sons, holding company for the Tata group, is working on building a centralised rural business platform that could be leveraged for the entire group's benefit, instead of each company looking at it separately.

8 ways to beat the summer heat

8 ways to beat the summer heat

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

With scorcher days ahead, you must be looking for ways to avoid the heat. Here are few!

Where are the leaders who can inspire our youth?

Where are the leaders who can inspire our youth?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2016

'Are moving towards a political culture that provides more space for violence and a paranoid political rhetoric,' asks Nitin Desai.

Football Briefs: Argentina's Lanzini ruled out of World Cup

Football Briefs: Argentina's Lanzini ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Top official leaves FIFA; EU urges Blatter to go NOW!

Top official leaves FIFA; EU urges Blatter to go NOW!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

FIFA's director of communications Walter de Gregorio is to resign after making a joke on television.

India is not ready to pay for online content: Raghav Bahl

India is not ready to pay for online content: Raghav Bahl

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

In the digital handheld domain, content is not just a uni-dimensional exercise like it is in legacy media.

Will impose more sanctions on N Korea, says Trump; talks to Xi

Will impose more sanctions on N Korea, says Trump; talks to Xi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

During the phone call, Trump underscored the determination of the US to defend itself and its allies from the growing threat posed by the North Korean regime, the White House said.

The Congress is dying because its Team-B is rebelling

The Congress is dying because its Team-B is rebelling

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

'The Congress has become two distinct parties, one of the durbar, the other of the field and if they keep drifting apart, death is a certainty,' says Shekhar Gupta.