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Pakistan is America's most dangerous ally: Stephen Cohen

Pakistan is America's most dangerous ally: Stephen Cohen

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Stephen P Cohen, noted South Asia expert has described Pakistan as "America's most dangerous ally," and has said that while Islamabad "professes to be a democracy," it's most important allies are the most authoritarian regimes in the world, namely "the People's Republic of China, North Korea and Saudi Arabia."

The Lion King blu-ray hits stores worldwide tomorrow

The Lion King blu-ray hits stores worldwide tomorrow

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

The high definition Blu-ray and Blu-ray 3D editions of the classic film about friendship and family ties, is expected to be a chart topper not only this week but for several weeks ahead.

Luxury in Asia: What millionaires buy

Luxury in Asia: What millionaires buy

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

Asia now has more millionaires than North America.

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Thursday refused to debate with his Democratic rival and Vice President Kamala Harris until the Democrats formally decide on their nominee, whereas the latter said that she is ready for a debate.

Oprah Winfrey to interview Prince Harry, Meghan

Oprah Winfrey to interview Prince Harry, Meghan

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the special is titled "Oprah With Meghan and Harry" and it will air on the network on March 7.

'Trump and his admin on same page over North Korea'

'Trump and his admin on same page over North Korea'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

There were reports that there was was dissent in the US President's regime over North Korea.

If forced, US will totally destroy North Korea: Trump @ UN

If forced, US will totally destroy North Korea: Trump @ UN

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Referring to Kim Jong-Un, Trump said 'Rocket Man', is on a suicide mission for himself and for his regime.

Iron Man 2 leads the charge this summer

Iron Man 2 leads the charge this summer

Rediff.com4 May 2010

Iron Man 2 boosts the early summer season with a huge opening.

What's Farhan doing in Canada?

What's Farhan doing in Canada?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Farhan rocks Justin country with SEL.

Tata Consultancy Services to remain leader in IT pack

Tata Consultancy Services to remain leader in IT pack

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is likely to maintain its leadership position over the next three years backed by a strong and satisfied client base.

Airlines in Asia-Pacific region to corner profits

Airlines in Asia-Pacific region to corner profits

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Airlines in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to corner the maximum profits this year, with the aviation industry's umbrella body IATA projecting a global profit of $8.9 billion in 2010.

IGATE founders to bag $1 billion post Cap Gemini acquisition

IGATE founders to bag $1 billion post Cap Gemini acquisition

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

IGATE's shares closed on Nasdaq on Friday at $45.85.

Outsourcing firms face challenges from new ones

Outsourcing firms face challenges from new ones

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

The survey by PricewaterhouseCoopers and Duke University's Offshoring Research Network stated that the outsourcing industry is transforming due to the emergence of new providers around the world and efforts of existing outsourcers to expand into new markets.

Renewed US demand to lift Infosys, IT sector outlook

Renewed US demand to lift Infosys, IT sector outlook

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Spend on IT in US is expected to increase by 6.1 per cent in 2014.

Belgian teen youngest to fly solo around the world

Belgian teen youngest to fly solo around the world

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

17-year-old Mack Rutherford landed at an airfield near the Bulgarian capital Sofia after flying 54,124 km (33,631 miles) and visiting more than 30 countries since he departed from the same site in his Shark Aero microlight airplane on March 23.

Iraqi intelligence foils DEADLY plot by Al Qaeda

Iraqi intelligence foils DEADLY plot by Al Qaeda

Rediff.com2 Jun 2013

Iraq's military intelligence authorities have arrested five men, linked to Al Qaeda, for manufacturing chemical weapons and plotting to smuggle them to Europe and North America. The military intelligence authorities monitored the activities of the men for three months in which three workshops that manufactured chemical agents were uncovered.

Reliance sells last of its US shale gas assets

Reliance sells last of its US shale gas assets

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Reliance Industries Ltd has exited the last of its shale gas assets in the US after it agreed to sell its holding in Eagleford shale gas assets for an undisclosed sum of money.

Illinois governor commends Telugus in US

Illinois governor commends Telugus in US

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

Thousands of Telugu-speaking Indian Americans gathered at the Rosemont Convention Centre in O'Hare, Chicago on Friday to participate in the 17th annual convention of Telugu Association of North America.

Rishi Sunak makes it clear: 'Golden era' with China is over

Rishi Sunak makes it clear: 'Golden era' with China is over

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has made a clear break with the past on UK-China relations as he declared that the "so-called golden era" of bilateral ties is over in the face of the "systemic challenge" posed by the Chinese regime to British values and interests.

TCS net profit jumps 16% to Rs 6,085 cr

TCS net profit jumps 16% to Rs 6,085 cr

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

TCS reported a 5.8 per cent rise in revenue at Rs 27,165 crore.

Ford India plans to export 10,000 units of Figo

Ford India plans to export 10,000 units of Figo

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

With its bullish plans to take its Figo car model to global markets, Ford India is looking at North America, the UAE and South America, among others, for export. The company expects to export at least 10,000 units of Ford vehicles in these countries by the end of this financial year.

Five auto giants rev up for India

Five auto giants rev up for India

Rediff.com22 Nov 2010

India will beat China, North America and Europe to become the fastest growing automobile market.

North Korea standoff: Is war an option?

North Korea standoff: Is war an option?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'The world may be desirous of peace, but not Kim Jong-un.' 'Should we then accept the old adage that to maintain peace, we should be prepared for war?' asks Rajaram Panda.

Rajnikanth film has an Aamir like opening in US

Rajnikanth film has an Aamir like opening in US

Rediff.com5 Oct 2010

Endhiran and its Telugu and Hindi dubbed versions are doing solid business in the US.

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile; draws global ire

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile; draws global ire

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

North Korea on Wednesday test-fired a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan.

Meatballs triumph over Jennifer's Body

Meatballs triumph over Jennifer's Body

Rediff.com21 Sep 2009

Megan Fox loses out to a bunch of cartoon characters, at the box office.

Drogba undecided on playing future

Drogba undecided on playing future

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has said he is discussing his future with Major League Soccer team Montreal Impact but that retirement talk was premature. French media reported on Wednesday that the 37-year-old Ivorian was to quit playing and join the coaching staff of Premier League champions Chelsea under interim manager Guus Hiddink. "Lovely to receive these messages but I have not yet announced my retirement and am still in discussion with @impactmontreal about my future," Drogba, who has a contract with Montreal Impact through to December, posted on Twitter.

'America has got Modi's friendship'

'America has got Modi's friendship'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

'Obama probably thinks, "He is quite a guy!" Americans on Capitol Hill think, "He has guts. He is a big player".' An Indian official explains the importance of the Modi visit to Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com

Oscar nominations: Snubs and surprises

Oscar nominations: Snubs and surprises

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

This year's list has a number of them.

JainNext dives deep into shared heritage

JainNext dives deep into shared heritage

Rediff.com30 Jul 2009

The Independence Day weekend in America was a memorable one for hundreds of Jain teenagers and young adults from North America. Some of them were inspired to change their diet. Several of them may have met their future spouses. Others learned about the history of their ancestors. Many found a way to relate to their spirituality.

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

British-Pakistani billionaire businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman were also on the sub, the BBC reported on Tuesday.

New York does well overseas

New York does well overseas

Rediff.com1 Jul 2009

New York's North American and the UK grosses looks small compared to that of Yash Raj's big hit Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. But that of course starred Shah Rukh Khan, and was directed by Aditya Chopra.

'No Rashid Khan, no problem,' says Afghanistan skipper

'No Rashid Khan, no problem,' says Afghanistan skipper

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Rashid ruled out of India series but Afghanistan skipper confident others would step up

Indian IT cos shut down in hurricane-affected areas

Indian IT cos shut down in hurricane-affected areas

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Companies say they have ensured that services to clients remain unaffected.

Amazing story of how Ford EcoSport was designed

Amazing story of how Ford EcoSport was designed

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

Ehab Kaoud takes you behind the scenes.

The Indian on top of the world

The Indian on top of the world

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

From a poor farmer's family to IIT-IIM to the tallest peaks in the world, Malli Mastan Babu's story is the stuff movies are made of, discovers Chandrima Pal.

Manufacturing data stokes fears of spring turning cold

Manufacturing data stokes fears of spring turning cold

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Growth in Chinese factories slowed to a crawl as export demand dwindled, while Germany saw business activity decline for the first time in five months.

Denzel Washington gives Avatar some competition

Denzel Washington gives Avatar some competition

Rediff.com18 Jan 2010

Denzel's film The Book of Eli grossed $11.7 million on its opening day in America and Canada against Avatar's $10.4 million.

Toyota, other Japan carmakers to recall vehicles

Toyota, other Japan carmakers to recall vehicles

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

They are recalling a total of about 3.4 million vehicles worldwide as a result of an airbag problem.