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US plays peacemaker as India and Pakistan spar

US plays peacemaker as India and Pakistan spar

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

United States Secretary of State John Kerry has expressed "enormous concern" to Pakistan's Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif over the recent increase in tensions with India, asserting that there should not be any "misinterpretation or miscalculation" between the two neighbours.

3.5 million MobiKwik users' data up for sale, company denies claim

3.5 million MobiKwik users' data up for sale, company denies claim

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Many people posted screenshots of the alleged MobiKwik user data, which, according to sources, was up for sale for 1.5 bitcoin or about $86,000.

Come forward with fresh mind for peace talks: Pak tells India

Come forward with fresh mind for peace talks: Pak tells India

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Ahead of the first-ever National Security Advisor-level talks, Pakistan on Monday asked India to end the blame game and come forward with a fresh mind for the dialogue.

Want to invest in Corporate FDs? Read this

Want to invest in Corporate FDs? Read this

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

When looking for alternatives, consider several parameters -- your investment horizon and liquidity requirement, post-tax returns, and risk.

EPS elected party leader in house over OPS's claim

EPS elected party leader in house over OPS's claim

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The meeting of the newly-elected MLAs to elect the legislature party leader, the second within three days, reportedly saw exchanges on who should lead the party in the House with one section pitching for Palaniswami and the other for coordinator O Panneerselvam.

China's PLA appears to have 'instigated' clash to grab Indian territory: US leader

China's PLA appears to have 'instigated' clash to grab Indian territory: US leader

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

He said that the Communist Party of China has used the COVID-19 pandemic as a smokescreen for ratcheting up their oppression of Hong Kong and advancing their control and influence throughout the region.

No love lost between India and Aus -- When rows overshadowed cricket

No love lost between India and Aus -- When rows overshadowed cricket

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

There are those historic, memorable matches (the 1986 tied in Chennai, the Kolkata epic in 2001 and the Adelaide humdinger of 2015) that gripped our collective conscious.

ASK AJIT: 'Which shares to buy short term and long term?'

ASK AJIT: 'Which shares to buy short term and long term?'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, research, Religare Broking, answers your stockmarket queries.

Modi Breaks Fresh Ground In Foreign Policy

Modi Breaks Fresh Ground In Foreign Policy

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

'The big power struggle in faraway Europe erupted at a most critical juncture when India has been increasingly sceptical about American policies and statesmanship,' argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

China surprises India; pushes for stronger anti-terror ties

China surprises India; pushes for stronger anti-terror ties

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

India and China on Friday agreed to set up a dedicated communication channel to boost security cooperation as Home Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with China's security czar on issues like cross border terrorism from Pakistan and the Afghan situation.

Opposition to India's NSG bid won't hit bilateral ties: China

Opposition to India's NSG bid won't hit bilateral ties: China

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

The bilateral relations have maintained sound momentum of growth, thanks to the mutual visits of the leaders by the two countries, Chinese foreign ministry said.

And Indrani snorted in laughter...

And Indrani snorted in laughter...

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

When a trial for a murder is going on -- with no end in sight -- more than ten years after the crime took place, it will not feel like the murder happened yesterday.

The Sooner Woke-dom Dies, The Better

The Sooner Woke-dom Dies, The Better

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

As far as Hindus are concerned, the eclipse of Wokeism cannot come any sooner, says Rajeev Srinivasan.

We have simplified FDI rules to make India biz friendly, says FM

We have simplified FDI rules to make India biz friendly, says FM

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

India is now a biz friendly nations, say Arun Jaitley.

President Pranab lists 8 steps to resolve India, China issues

President Pranab lists 8 steps to resolve India, China issues

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Outlining eight "pillars" for the future of India-China relations, President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday underlined the need for comprehensively resolving challenges including the boundary question through "political acumen" and "civilisational wisdom".

Sashidhar Jagdishan to succeed Aditya Puri as HDFC Bank chief

Sashidhar Jagdishan to succeed Aditya Puri as HDFC Bank chief

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Jagdishan, currently working as the 'change agent' of HDFC Bank and head of finance, has been with the bank since 1996.

Chinese troops fired shots in air: Indian Army

Chinese troops fired shots in air: Indian Army

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The use of firearms along the LAC marks a serious escalation in border tensions as the previous instance of shots being fired at the de-facto border was in 1975.

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Mahsa Amini's tragic custodial death in Tehran has triggered protests across Iran. Defiant, jean clad women minus their tunics and hijabs are marching in unison and shouting 'Down with the dictator' Women in Iran have been pushed to the wall and are no longer willing to abide by the restrictions placed on them, explains Rashme Sehgal.

India's Arjun tank receives high praise from China

India's Arjun tank receives high praise from China

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Senior Colonel Liu Degang said the Arjun tank is "very good" and suits Indian conditions.

Will China and India be partners -- or rivals?

Will China and India be partners -- or rivals?

Rediff.com15 May 2015

It would be a chance lost if India cannot learn from and lean more on China to kick-start trade, infrastructure programmes, and increased ties, says Ravi Agrawal

IPO fireworks in New Year too; cos likely to garner Rs 1.5 lakh cr

IPO fireworks in New Year too; cos likely to garner Rs 1.5 lakh cr

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Initial share sales are set to dazzle the Dalal Street in 2022 too as companies are expected to garner up to Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the New Year, continuing with the bullish momentum after 2021 turned out to be the best IPO year in two decades for the Indian market. Excessive liquidity and increased retail investor participation ensured a persistent euphoria in the Initial Public Offer (IPO) space wherein companies mopped up more than Rs 1.2 lakh crore this year even as pandemic gloom shadowed the broader economy. In 2022, the higher amount of funds through the primary market will be largely driven by the mega IPO of state-owned Life Insurance Corp (LIC).

'Our community has lost a giant'

'Our community has lost a giant'

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Urvashi Vaid dreamed of a common movement for social justice that could address them all: Racism, gender oppression and homophobia. Sandip Roy salutes the memory of Urvashi Vaid, one of America's most prominent LGBT activists, who passed into the ages this month.

India is a stakeholder in Korean peace process: PM Modi

India is a stakeholder in Korean peace process: PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

PM indirectly referred to North Korea's proliferation linkages with Pakistan.

What Cairn, Vodafone, Devas reveal about the Indian State

What Cairn, Vodafone, Devas reveal about the Indian State

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

The Indian State's arbitrariness may have come to be accepted with resignation within the country, but when it behaves in the same manner with external players, it gets a push-back, observes T N Ninan.

Lessons India Inc can learn from Kochhargate

Lessons India Inc can learn from Kochhargate

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

Banking is a boring business but still the banker should enjoy it as fancy awards and cozy relationships with politicians, Bollywood stars and corporate honchos cannot save them if the job is not done properly. In the concluding part of the series Tamal Bandyopadhyay wonders how long Kochhar would need to wait for her redemption or downfall and atonement.

Is Gurugram going the Kolkata way?

Is Gurugram going the Kolkata way?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Militant labour policies compounded a poor security environment for capital in West Bengal and encouraged the business community to relocate. constraining the private sector's right to hire freely could well be the coup de grace. As with Calcutta/Kolkata, it will probably take a decade for Gurgaon/Gurugram to feel the difference, says Kanika Datta.

Amid LAC row, China remembers Indian doctor Kotnis

Amid LAC row, China remembers Indian doctor Kotnis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Dr. Kotnis, who hailed from Solapur in Maharashtra, came to China in 1938 as part of a five-member team of doctors sent by the Indian National Congress to help the Chinese during the World War II.

How the Women in Blue make India proud

How the Women in Blue make India proud

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

The celebrations after the 2017 World Cup went on for the next few months. But there was one question that the Indian cricketers failed to respond to in their interviews. 'What was their next assignment?' Nobody knew; the players were waiting for the BCCI to tell them. The BCCI, with barely any time from its endless legal tangles, had nothing in mind immediately. The likes of Australia and England were back on the field, battling it out in the Ashes in front of sizeable crowds. But for Mithali Raj and team, there was no road ahead.

Why Yes Bank audit committee chief quit

Why Yes Bank audit committee chief quit

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Uttam Prakash Agarwal alleged that Citax and Braich offers were incomplete and did not include firm commitment as to the price, size, timings, confirmation from the banks about availability of the funds.

No bail to Kundra; SEBI imposes Rs 3 lakh fine on him, Shilpa

No bail to Kundra; SEBI imposes Rs 3 lakh fine on him, Shilpa

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

A Mumbai court on Wednesday rejected the bail plea of businessman Raj Kundra, arrested in a case of alleged creation of pornographic films and publishing them through apps, after the prosecution contended the police investigation was still on and his release at this juncture will derail the probe.

Modi arrives in US to attend Quad, address UNGA

Modi arrives in US to attend Quad, address UNGA

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington, DC, on Wednesday on an official visit to the United States during which he will hold the first face-to-face meeting with President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris, attend the maiden in-person Quad summit and address the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Foreign Secretary may improve India-China ties

Foreign Secretary may improve India-China ties

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

'Vijay Gokhale's appointment as foreign secretary can be regarded as a certain 'adjustment' that could make a difference to the poor climate of India-China relations,' says Ambassdor M K Bhadrakumar.

Stop sowing discord, China tells Pompeo

Stop sowing discord, China tells Pompeo

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

China on Tuesday urged US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to stop sowing discord between Beijing and countries in the region, undermining regional peace and stability, amidst his visit to India for a high-level dialogue aimed at further ramping up their overall defence and security ties, and boost strategic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Goenka, who is the elder son of Essel group promoter and Zee chairman Subhash Chandra, has been MD of the media firm since January 1, 2010.

Bourse sleuths go undercover to track 'closed' groups

Bourse sleuths go undercover to track 'closed' groups

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Surveillance departments seek to tap stock-related information in social media circles.

The failure of India's regulators to protect investors

The failure of India's regulators to protect investors

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Each scam that comes out in the open shows the regulators to be miles behind.

No 'exclusive cliques' should be formed: China on Quad

No 'exclusive cliques' should be formed: China on Quad

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

China said on Monday that no 'exclusive cliques' should be formed as it accused some countries of trying to 'drive a wedge' among regional nations citing the 'China threat' and asserted that they will 'end up nowhere'.

Diesel at 100!!!

Diesel at 100!!!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'The question often being asked is whether the demand for petrol and diesel is price inelastic?' asks Arun Balakrishnan, former chairman and managing director, Hindustan Petroleum.

Does Modi even care about India's worst human crisis?

Does Modi even care about India's worst human crisis?

Rediff.com19 May 2020

'Reports of hitherto 'atmanirbhar' breadwinners having to stand in line for a plastic bag of khichdi or, travelling thousands of kms with nothing but packets of biscuits, have not moved the prime minister,' observes Jyoti Punwani.

Jet Airways revival decision after October 16

Jet Airways revival decision after October 16

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Kalrock Capital-Murari Lal Jalan combine has emerged as the frontrunner. A consortium of Imperial Capital and FSTC is the other bidder.