News for 'Latin America'

PICS: Supermodel Izabel Goulart stuns in sexy swimwear!

PICS: Supermodel Izabel Goulart stuns in sexy swimwear!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2012

Here's a first look at the Brazilian bombshell's latest sizzling campaign for Cia Maritima swimwear.

FIFA's Warner sought money, citing influence in World Cup selection

FIFA's Warner sought money, citing influence in World Cup selection

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

The former head of Egypt's football federation said on Sunday that ex-FIFA Vice President Jack Warner asked for $7 million from Egypt.

Canada's Ivanhoe eyes investments in malls, retail

Canada's Ivanhoe eyes investments in malls, retail

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

Caisse manages nearly $155 billion of pension and insurance funds in Canada and North America while Ivanhoe has 70 shopping centres in Canada, the US, Europe and Latin America, totalling 46 million sq ft.

Organic food: Good potential for India

Organic food: Good potential for India

Rediff.com29 Mar 2007

Till recently considered a niche area, organic foods and drinks have come a long way.

New Gem: The next BIG market for growth

New Gem: The next BIG market for growth

Rediff.com31 May 2012

Global Emerging Middle (GEM) is the next big market, says PwC. In India, this segment is expected to cross the USD 1 trillion threshold by 2021; globally the figure is expected to be in excess of USD 6 trillion by 2021.

India, China to lead aviation industry growth: IATA

India, China to lead aviation industry growth: IATA

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

Global aviation industry would improve its profit from $6.7 billion to an estimated $8.4 billion thanks to the two countries.

PHOTOS: Foot/golf fusion sport growing around the globe

PHOTOS: Foot/golf fusion sport growing around the globe

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

The innovative fusion sport of football-golf is helping Argentine courses stay afloat in testing economic times when golfing revenue alone is often not enough to cover costly maintenance fees.

IT majors head overseas over sub-prime woes

IT majors head overseas over sub-prime woes

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

For instance, Tata Consultancy Services recently won a $200 million deal in Mexico, Wipro announced the opening of a development centre in Australia, and Infosys announced the setting up of 'The New Growth Engines' business unit in Latin America.

EU clears water for Indian pharma firms

EU clears water for Indian pharma firms

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

European countries are trying to woo back the Indian customers they had lost following seizure of drug consignments by Customs authorities of several European Union members.

Cuba came close to owning 100 N-bombs after 1962 crisis

Cuba came close to owning 100 N-bombs after 1962 crisis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Documents released by the US National Security Archive disclose how close Cuba came in 1962 to becoming Latin America's first nuclear power, and had planned to train Cubans how to use the nuclear weapons

20 best nations to live in

20 best nations to live in

Rediff.com4 Nov 2011

Latin America has the largest income inequality, although it is more equitable than sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia in life expectancy and schooling, states a UNDP report.

20 biggest rice producers in the world

20 biggest rice producers in the world

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Let's take a look at some of the major rice producers in the world.

Gold, silver? Asia is the hot spot!

Gold, silver? Asia is the hot spot!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2007

When it comes to all things shiny, parts of Asia and the Middle East, are at the center of the boom.

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

India may achieve $500-bn exports target by 2014

India may achieve $500-bn exports target by 2014

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

The government has announced several incentives for exporters to explore new destinations under focus market and focus product scheme.

12 nations that are BURSTING with opportunity!

12 nations that are BURSTING with opportunity!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

The rankings have changed significantly over the last year based on their recovery after the global recession.

TCS to open delivery centre in Mexico

TCS to open delivery centre in Mexico

Rediff.com12 Dec 2006

Indian IT services major TCS will open a global delivery centre in Mexico next year.

In PHOTOS: Meet Obama's No 1 fan

In PHOTOS: Meet Obama's No 1 fan

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

Obama may have many fans, but without doubt, his biggest fan is from Columbia.

Biggest coffee producers and drinkers in the world

Biggest coffee producers and drinkers in the world

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Green (unroasted) coffee is one of the most traded agricultural commodities in the world.

Miss Canada is Miss Universe 2005

Miss Canada is Miss Universe 2005

Rediff.com31 May 2005

The brunette from Toronto was chosen from five contestants, including four from Latin America, in the final round of the competition.

'Bengaluru is like Silicon Valley of 10 years ago'

'Bengaluru is like Silicon Valley of 10 years ago'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2010

An interview with Snapfish's managing director Bala Parthasarthy.

India, China leading global economic recovery: UN

India, China leading global economic recovery: UN

Rediff.com26 May 2011

While weaknesses in major developed economies continue to drag the global recovery.

Shashi Tharoor is being missed in South Block

Shashi Tharoor is being missed in South Block

Rediff.com27 May 2010

A delegation of Latin American ambassadors, which visited Thiruvananthapuram when Tharoor was the MoS, were all praise for him for the attention he gave them, particularly to facilitate their visit to his own constituency. Now, with only one MoS in the ministry, the ambassadors from Africa, Latin America and the Gulf have no chance of meeting the MoS. By his exit, Tharoor has left a wide gulf in the ministry

Post acquisitions, Godrej redraws future plans

Post acquisitions, Godrej redraws future plans

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

It has set in motion an integration exercise that will see it transfer its category knowledge and expertise in hair colour and household insecticides to the acquired units.

L&T on aggressive expansion abroad

L&T on aggressive expansion abroad

Rediff.com6 May 2010

Larsen & Toubro, India's largest engineering, construction and technology company, is aggressively expanding its footprint across various places abroad

How India can bring down cost of medicines

How India can bring down cost of medicines

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

With the deadline for filing the information having ended on March 31, all attention is now centred on what the Patent Office will reveal in coming days.

Dilma: She fought her way to the top

Dilma: She fought her way to the top

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Brazil is set to elect its first woman president, an ex-revolutionary who was dubbed the iron lady for her curt and demanding management style.

Column: Will China rule the world?

Column: Will China rule the world?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

If China attains economic predominance, democracy may well lose its lustre as the global norm.

UBS buy gives Credit Suisse India employees a glimmer of hope

UBS buy gives Credit Suisse India employees a glimmer of hope

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

UBS stepping in to save Credit Suisse with a $3.2-billion acquisition has provided the beleaguered Swiss bank's India employees a glimmer of hope. The surprise deal - engineered by the Swiss government - has triggered optimism of fewer job losses at Credit Suisse's India unit and better synergies at key verticals, such as wealth management and investment banking. "UBS is a much stronger hand. Coming within its fold will give Credit Suisse's wealth management and investment banking divisions a good home.

When Communists part ways, it is painful to watch

When Communists part ways, it is painful to watch

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

'Castro's huge appeal lies in the fact that he stood up to the Americans.' 'However, it becomes difficult to be judgmental about his legacy, because there are huge uncertainties about the future of the Cuba that he built,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

5.5-inch LG G Pro Lite smartphone launched

5.5-inch LG G Pro Lite smartphone launched

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

LG has formally announced the new G Pro Lite smartphone with 5.5-inch display and a dual-core MediaTek mobile chipset.

 Why European Union seizes Indian drugs

Why European Union seizes Indian drugs

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

India's status as the pharmacy of the world is at stake.

Infosys to up capabilities in LatAm

Infosys to up capabilities in LatAm

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

After Mexico, the company sets up delivery centre in Brazil

BPOs eye global footprint to meet customer needs

BPOs eye global footprint to meet customer needs

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

The demand for global solutions is pushing Indian BPOs to grow aggressively into global centres, said a senior executive. For instance, in the past 18 months, WNS has expanded its presence in the Philippines, Romania, and now Latin America. Analysts believe the trend will only increase in the days ahead, as clients look for outsourcing partners that can support critical processes from multiple delivery centres.

Rio gets glowing report on Olympic progress

Rio gets glowing report on Olympic progress

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

Rio de Janeiro won praise on Thursday for its 'remarkable' progress in early preparations to host the 2016 Olympic Games, after a three-day inspection of the Brazilian city by Olympic officials.

India, China boost global air travel by 16%

India, China boost global air travel by 16%

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Over the last five years, Indian domestic market expansion has been the strongest with a tripling in size.

With Spain through, it's do-or-die time

With Spain through, it's do-or-die time

Rediff.com26 Jun 2010

After two weeks of increasingly exciting football in South Africa, some huge names are out: Italy and France. Some smaller ones -- most notably Slovakia -- have triumphed against the odds to win a second round place.

Economic diplomacy: Mantra for new govt

Economic diplomacy: Mantra for new govt

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

International economic diplomacy will be a major focus for the new government.

Indians keen on advanced mobile services: KPMG

Indians keen on advanced mobile services: KPMG

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Indians are more willing to experiment with value-added services, including chatting, video gaming and watching live TV on mobile phones, as compared to their global counterparts, KPMG says.

Tata Nano to be produced overseas soon

Tata Nano to be produced overseas soon

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

Tata Motors is 'at a very high stage' in finalising a production site for its small car Nano at an overseas location, which could be either in Latin America, South East Asia or Africa.