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Why Talks With Naga Groups Have Stalled

Why Talks With Naga Groups Have Stalled

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

'People's expectations were very high.' 'We felt both sides had understood each other.' 'But the removal of Article 370 triggered apprehensions within the Naga people.'

Mpox: Govt alerts airports; asks states to set up isolation facility

Mpox: Govt alerts airports; asks states to set up isolation facility

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The ministry has identified three Centre-run hospitals -- Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Safdarjung and Lady Hardinge -- as nodal centres in the national capital for isolation, management and treatment of any patient with mpox.

Forced to cancel seminars of envoys from West Asian countries: JNU official

Forced to cancel seminars of envoys from West Asian countries: JNU official

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

She has also demanded security from the JNU citing safety concerns, after her personal details were allegedly leaked by a university official.

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Whether it's Carrefour, Ford, or other foreign majors, they are ready to adjust their strategies and design their plans in a way that would address the Indian consumption story.

Goodbye Skipper!

Goodbye Skipper!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'He asserted in his usual jovial style that he was not an MBA like his audience at IIM-Ahmedabad but perhaps had an even better business degree: MBB'. 'He went on to explain to his perplexed, blue chip B-School audience that MBB stood for "Marwadi by birth"!' Shivanand Kanavi salutes Shashi Ruia, co-founder of the Essar group who passed into the ages on November 25, 2024 in Mumbai.

'Ratan and I Were Good Chums'

'Ratan and I Were Good Chums'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Arun Maira who worked for 25 years with the Tata Group, remembers his early years with Ratan Tata.

Cricket, hockey, shooting, badminton dropped from CWG

Cricket, hockey, shooting, badminton dropped from CWG

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

In a body blow to India's medal prospects in the Commonwealth Games, key sports such as hockey, badminton, wrestling, cricket and shooting have been dropped from the 2026 edition by host city Glasgow, which unveiled a pruned roster of 10 disciplines to keep the event budget-friendly.

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

Risk of mpox upsurge very low in India now: Official sources

Risk of mpox upsurge very low in India now: Official sources

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Official sources said the last case of monkeypox in India was reported from Kerala in March this year.

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

How The US Helps India Counter The China Threat

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Reports (not denied by India) that the USA had 'for the first time provided real-time details to their Indian counterparts on the Chinese positions and force strength in advance of a PLA incursion' into Tawang at the LAC in December 2022, helping India thwart China's expansionist designs, show how operationally effective the USA-India friendship has become on the ground. A engaging excerpt from Sreeram Chaulia's must-read new book, Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners.

Religion vs dharma: HC asks govt to decide on meaning

Religion vs dharma: HC asks govt to decide on meaning

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

The petition also sought a direction to include a chapter on dharma and "religion" in the syllabus of primary and secondary schools "in order to educate the masses and control the religion-based hatred and hate speeches".

This man turned speed climbing into Olympic sensation

This man turned speed climbing into Olympic sensation

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Borne of a joke, speed climbing route arrives on big stage

Maruti to launch Made in India SUV Fronx in Japan

Maruti to launch Made in India SUV Fronx in Japan

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday said it has commenced export of its sports utility vehicle Fronx to Japan. The first consignment of over 1,600 vehicles left for Japan from Gujarat's Pipavav port, the country's largest carmaker said in a statement. Fronx will be the first SUV from Maruti Suzuki stable to be launched in Japan, it added.

Increase in hate speech against minorities in India concerning: US

Increase in hate speech against minorities in India concerning: US

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

India has previously rejected the US state department's annual human rights report on the country, saying they continue to be based on "misinformation and flawed understanding".

Ambanis Bring Indian Culture To Paris

Ambanis Bring Indian Culture To Paris

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

India House is a concept by the Reliance Foundation in partnership with the Indian Olympic Association to bring Indian heritage to Paris.

Temple attack in Canada draws strong condemnation in India

Temple attack in Canada draws strong condemnation in India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

The 'deliberate attack' on a Hindu temple in Canada sparked strong condemnation in India on Monday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asking the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.

IAF Rafale jets wrap up 10-day Red Flag exercise in Alaska

IAF Rafale jets wrap up 10-day Red Flag exercise in Alaska

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The IAF contingent participated in the exercise from June 4 to 14.

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Days after Quad, China test-fires missile that can strike US cities

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

This is the first time in decades that China has made its flight test of an intercontinental ballistic missile public in an apparent show of strategic deterrence, State-run China Daily reported.

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

It seems that the West is sending a signal to India that it can return to old hostilities unless India toes their line on Russia. It is no surprise that India is being compared with Putin's Russia in terms of targeting 'dissidents' as the West calls these Khalistani terrorists, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

2 overground workers held for Kathua ambush of troops

2 overground workers held for Kathua ambush of troops

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Two alleged overground workers (OGWs) were arrested for their involvement in a terror attack on an army patrol party in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, the police said.

The Machine That Saved Tanishq

The Machine That Saved Tanishq

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Stories are legion about the Karatmeter's use at that time. Hundreds of people standing in queue for testing, customers breaking down after discovering the actual purity of their jewellery and then becoming irate about the jeweller who had gypped them, the local jewellery industry leaning heavily on the Tanishq franchisees to desist from using it, some jewellers even threatening violent action.

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Preparing for the XAT requires a balanced approach, focusing on conceptual understanding, regular practice, and strategic planning, says Rahul K Shukla, convenor, XAT and admissions, XLRI-Xavier School of Management.

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

As the number of students seeking higher education abroad continues to rise, several countries are implementing new rules. Gaurav Batra, CEO and founder of Infinite Group highlights how these changes will impact Indians who are planning to study abroad.

Modi urges global tech CEOs to be part of India growth story

Modi urges global tech CEOs to be part of India growth story

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged CEOs of US majors to take advantage of India's growth story as the country is making all efforts to become the third largest economy of the world in his third term. India is currently the fifth largest economy of the world after the US, China, Germany and Japan with a GDP of around $3.9 trillion. India has been the fastest growing large economies of the world with GDP growth rate of over 7 per cent for the last three consecutive years.

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

What I Discovered In 100 Hours In Seoul

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

A sojourn in Seoul, one of Asia's largest metropolises, where the ultra-modern coexists with the ancient -- temples and palaces with futuristic skyscrapers climbing to the stratosphere, K-pop with Buddhism, a village within city limits.

Yunus appeals for peace as chaos reigns in Bangladesh

Yunus appeals for peace as chaos reigns in Bangladesh

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Nobel laureate Prof Mohammad Yunus, the designated head of Bangladesh's interim government, on Wednesday fervently appealed everybody 'to stay calm' and 'refrain from all kinds of violence' as the country witnessed a major reshuffle in the security establishment after the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government.

'Make in India' initiative helped strengthen economy

'Make in India' initiative helped strengthen economy

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The Modi government's flagship initiative 'Make in India' launched 10 years ago has helped the country boost exports, push investments and promote manufacturing. Under the initiative, launched on September 25, 2014, a series of measures have been taken by the government to boost local manufacturing. These initiatives include the rollout of production linked incentive (PLI) schemes for 14 sectors, easing foreign direct investment (FDI) norms, reducing compliance burden to improve business climate, all approvals through single window, and rolling out of the national logistics policy.

'There's a noticeable trend towards blending Western and Indian styles'

'There's a noticeable trend towards blending Western and Indian styles'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

'The demand for international fashion labels, particularly from tier-II cities and beyond, has seen a notable uptick.'

Victory for Vinesh, Sakshi, Bajrang as HC accepts plea

Victory for Vinesh, Sakshi, Bajrang as HC accepts plea

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Delhi HC open to IOA reconstituting ad hoc panel for WFI's functioning

US panel wants India designated as country of concern over lack of religious freedom

US panel wants India designated as country of concern over lack of religious freedom

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

A US Congress-constituted quasi-judicial body on Monday recommended to the Biden Administration to designate India, China, Pakistan, Afghanistan and 11 other nations as "country of particular concern" in the context of status of religious freedom.

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The Centre on Monday advised states and union territories to screen and test of all suspect mpox cases.

'As Long As Trudeau Is PM, There Won't Be De-escalating'

'As Long As Trudeau Is PM, There Won't Be De-escalating'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'Canada doesn't want to de-escalate and neither does India. There is war when one party wants it, but peace is won by both parties.'

Ultra-luxury housing in India sees shift to ultra-customised marketing

Ultra-luxury housing in India sees shift to ultra-customised marketing

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

With the rise of ultra-luxury housing in India comes ultra-customised marketing. Developers selling high-end homes, priced above Rs 20 crore, are moving away from traditional marketing for these homes to newer methods, such as painstaking profiling of customers before showing them the property, augmented reality for visualisation of interior decor, virtual tours, and closed-door international shows. There is also marketing through online ads, social media influencers, and exclusive memberships.

Fraud detection framework: Quant MF affair triggers rush to apply new rules

Fraud detection framework: Quant MF affair triggers rush to apply new rules

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The possible instances of front running at Quant Mutual Fund have likely pushed the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to expedite the implementation of an institutional mechanism framework designed to curb such market abuses. This framework, approved by the Sebi board in April, was slated to take effect six months after its notification. But, recent developments have set the wheels of regulation turning faster.

No country should...: Quad's clear message to China

No country should...: Quad's clear message to China

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

The Quad also vowed to work towards a free, open and prosperous Indo-Pacific, a region that has seen increasing Chinese military muscle-flexing in the last few years.

Not following UP model, told party: Vikramaditya Singh

Not following UP model, told party: Vikramaditya Singh

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

He said the multi-party committee formed by the Speaker in Himachal Pradesh would discuss all issues about street vending on October 3. Singh's remarks came a day after the Congress top brass chided him over his remarks on mandatory display of names by the street vendors and told him that no one was allowed to go against the party's policies and ideologies.

We've got independence for the 2nd time: Muhammad Yunus

We've got independence for the 2nd time: Muhammad Yunus

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Muhammad Yunus on Thursday promised to deliver a government which assures safety to its citizens, as the Nobel laureate returned to the protest-torn Bangladesh from Paris to take oath as the head of the interim government following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina.

New York Labor Day Parade Was A Spectacle!

New York Labor Day Parade Was A Spectacle!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Thousands of workers of every description -- from journalists to steel workers, from painters to New York cops, from auto to engineering workers -- marched for two hours down 5th Avenue one of Manhattan's most iconic thoroughfares, reports Jyoti Punwani.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

UDAN international plan under cloud as AirAsia India fails to get permit

UDAN international plan under cloud as AirAsia India fails to get permit

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Tata group-owned AirAsia India's inability to get approval for international flights is hurting UDAN, the Indian government's regional air connectivity project that also aims to link cities in Northeast India and Odisha to places abroad. Sources said the civil aviation ministry is waiting for the low-cost airline to come under the full ownership of Tata Sons and become part of Air India, the former state-owned carrier now owned by the private conglomerate, before allowing it to operate international flights. Tata owns 84 per cent stake in AirAsia India and it is understood that the group will complete the process of buying rest of the stake by July's end.