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Reliance Retail raises Rs 7,350 crore from 2 investors

Reliance Retail raises Rs 7,350 crore from 2 investors

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Ltd on Friday announced to raise Rs 7,350 crore from two investors -- Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC and Global alternative asset firm TPG -- by selling a stake in group's retail arm.

Trump not worth impeaching, says US Speaker Pelosi

Trump not worth impeaching, says US Speaker Pelosi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

Pelosi told The Washington Post, "Impeachment is so divisive to the country that unless there's something so compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan, I don't think we should go down that path, because it divides the country. And he's just not worth it."

Ryder Cup: Who said what...

Ryder Cup: Who said what...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

Triumphant European Ryder Cup captain Thomas Bjorn said his 12 players had made his job an "easy one" during a weekend in which they comprehensively outplayed the United States in France.

Scotland Yard probes role of British mercenaries in fight against LTTE

Scotland Yard probes role of British mercenaries in fight against LTTE

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Scotland Yard's War Crimes Team, which is part of its Counter-Terrorism Command, has launched an investigation into the role of British mercenaries in fighting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels in Sri Lanka during the 1980s.

Coronavirus death toll crosses 100 in US

Coronavirus death toll crosses 100 in US

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

The first fatality from COVID-19 was reported from the Washington state on February 26.

PHOTOS: India's GRAND show at Rajpath

PHOTOS: India's GRAND show at Rajpath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

India showcased its military might and cultural diversity with a splendid display.

India-US first 2+2 dialogue to take place in September

India-US first 2+2 dialogue to take place in September

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

On June 27, the ministry of external affairs confirmed that the US postponed the 2+2 dialogue with India, which was scheduled to be held on July 6, due to "unavoidable reasons".

Box Office: Jagga Jasoos opens poorly

Box Office: Jagga Jasoos opens poorly

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

The hits and misses of the week.

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

'He was a very fierce competitor. 'I got to learn a lot from him in terms of his discipline, focus and his routines, like how one has to prepare for the game.'

Are these India's most talented?

Are these India's most talented?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

A closer look at the contestants on India's Got Talent who are vying for the ultimate prize.

'India made great economic progress under Modi'

'India made great economic progress under Modi'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

India ranks 130th out of 189 economies on the World Bank's Doing Business report.

Trump supporters storm US Capitol; 4 dead in violence

Trump supporters storm US Capitol; 4 dead in violence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

In an unprecedented assault on democracy in the US, thousands of supporters of outgoing President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol building here and clashed with police, resulting in four deaths and interrupting a constitutional process by Congress to affirm the victory of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in the election.

PIX: What were Jacqueline, Alia, Ranbir, up to?

PIX: What were Jacqueline, Alia, Ranbir, up to?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Here's what Bollywood did this weekend.

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

The winning entries in this year's Drone Photo Awards deliver an outstanding assortment of aerial images, from the overall winning shot, catching a school of salmon forming the shape of a heart, to a special category focusing on the profound ways COVID-19 has transformed our cities. Here we showcase a selection of the shots that will be on display in the Siena Photo Awards in Italy from October 24 to November 29.

PIX: Richa Chadha, Rajkummar Rao at an awards show

PIX: Richa Chadha, Rajkummar Rao at an awards show

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Celebrating the movies!

Best of 2017: Picture perfect postcards from India

Best of 2017: Picture perfect postcards from India

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

The best of travel photos sent by our readers.

PIX: Tamannaah, Sophie, Sana mingle at an awards night

PIX: Tamannaah, Sophie, Sana mingle at an awards night

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

Catch all the action here.

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

'This is not a government that will be an ally to supremacist ideology or strongman politics anymore, here or anywhere else,' asserts Suleman Din.

Chelsea owner considering sale of London club

Chelsea owner considering sale of London club

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Sources deny reports that the football club's Russian billionaire owner is selling the club

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

The state has a total of 138,836 coronavirus cases and as of Tuesday 5,489 people have died, up by 731 from Monday morning.

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

The United States has announced to reduce the number of American troops in Afghanistan and Iraq to 2,500 each by January 15 next year, which drew sharp reaction from influential lawmakers across the aisle.

US suspends August military drills with South Korea

US suspends August military drills with South Korea

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

This comes after US President Donald Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un held a historic summit in Singapore.

Alonso is one step away from 'Triple Crown of Motorsport'

Alonso is one step away from 'Triple Crown of Motorsport'

Rediff.com19 May 2017

If Fernando Alonso were to beat the odds and win the Indianapolis 500 on May 28, the double Formula One world champion will be one step away from the 'Triple Crown of Motorsport'.

Tiger Woods suffers serious leg injuries in car accident

Tiger Woods suffers serious leg injuries in car accident

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

Woods suffered serious injuries to both legs in Tuesday's wreck and was initially listed in serious but stable condition, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby told reporters. CNN reported Woods sustained compound fractures to his legs.

How F1 teams are helping Britain battle coronavirus

How F1 teams are helping Britain battle coronavirus

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

If British industry succeeds in saving lives during the coronavirus pandemic it will be due in part to the pioneering role played by Formula One racing teams in the country. Seven of the 10 Formula One teams have joined forces with leading aerospace and engineering companies to ramp up production of ventilators while Mercedes has also worked with medics and academics to produce an alternative breathing aid.

PIX: Bhumi, Gauri, Kiara, Radhika watch Lust Stories

PIX: Bhumi, Gauri, Kiara, Radhika watch Lust Stories

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Lust Stories releases on June 15.

Trump nominates Mark Esper to be new defence secretary

Trump nominates Mark Esper to be new defence secretary

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

The nomination of Esper, who is currently serving as the Secretary of the army and previously served as a vice president for government relations at the Raytheon Company, comes days after Patrick Shanahan withdrew his nomination from the top Pentagon position.

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Trump, 74, who faces a formidable challenge from former Democratic vice president Joe Biden, 77, is scheduled to deliver his acceptance speech from the South Lawn of the White House on August 27.

Guess who is doing Gau Seva!

Guess who is doing Gau Seva!

Rediff.com12 May 2017

Anushka Sharma spent a day at Udaipur's animal rescue and care centre, Animal Aid Unlimited.

'Enough evidence to begin obstruction of justice case against Trump'

'Enough evidence to begin obstruction of justice case against Trump'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Bharara alleged that before firing him, Trump tried to cultivate relationship with him.

When Shah Rukh Khan partied with Padma Lakshmi and Aishwarya

When Shah Rukh Khan partied with Padma Lakshmi and Aishwarya

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

All the action from inside the Vogue Women of the Year Awards.

The DINOSAUR that had sharks for dinner

The DINOSAUR that had sharks for dinner

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

It ate whole sharks, and came equipped with feet like paddles and sealable nostrils that allowed it to swim under water.

US trade bodies file lawsuit against Trump's visa rule

US trade bodies file lawsuit against Trump's visa rule

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

The lawsuit seeks to overturn these sweeping and unlawful immigration restrictions that are an unequivocal not welcome sign to the engineers, executives, IT experts, doctors, nurses, and other critical workers who help drive the American economy.

'Agriculture is the best place to invest'

'Agriculture is the best place to invest'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2008

Jim Rogers, expert financial consultant, predicts a US recession in the near future and advises sound investment in agriculture.

World reacts to reinstatement of Russian athletes

World reacts to reinstatement of Russian athletes

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

Reaction to WADA's decision to reinstate RUSADA

India used British mercenary pilots in fight against LTTE: Book

India used British mercenary pilots in fight against LTTE: Book

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

According to the book, 'Keenie Meenie: The British Mercenaries Who Got Away With War Crimes', authored by UK-based investigative journalist Phil Miller India's secret use of British mercenaries lasted for four months after the Indo-Lanka accord was signed between former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and then Sri Lankan president Junius Jayewardene in 1987.

Why the World Bank president is optimistic about Modi govt

Why the World Bank president is optimistic about Modi govt

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Jim Yong Kim, president of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development concluded his three-day visit to India on Wednesday.

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

Trump personally welcomes 3 Americans freed by North Korea back to the US

Trump personally welcomes 3 Americans freed by North Korea back to the US

Rediff.com10 May 2018

The Americans -- Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak-song and Kim Sang Duk, also known as Tony Kim -- had been jailed for anti-state activities and placed in North Korean labour camps.

Biden: No cause to worry for India

Biden: No cause to worry for India

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Washington might occasionally make some noises about alleged human rights violations and related issues but commonality of interests will only see the Indo-US ties grow stronger, observes Virendra Kapoor.