News for 'Office Angels'

Rana visited north, south India before 26/11, extradition key: Officials

Rana visited north, south India before 26/11, extradition key: Officials

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Pakistan-born Canadian national and close associate of David Coleman Headley, could be extradited to India in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana's travel history in parts of north and south India before the attacks in 2008 is expected to provide crucial leads for the investigation. His extradition would mark the third person to be tried in India for the attacks, after Ajmal Kasab and Zabiuddin Ansari alias Abu Jundal.

AIFs gain currency as fundraise tops Rs 5 trn

AIFs gain currency as fundraise tops Rs 5 trn

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Alternative investment funds (AIFs) have crossed Rs 5 trillion in terms of funds raised, while the investment commitments have surpassed Rs 12 trillion for the first time as of September, according to data released by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi).

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

'I Want To Forget The Horror Of This War'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'While I would never wish for anyone to go through what we are, it has brought out the best in us by making each one of us a better version of ourselves.' 'Being courageous, fighting for freedom, taking the burden of responsibility to help each other...' 'I know hundreds and hundreds of examples where Ukrainians are risking their lives for complete strangers and it is only in moments like this that we truly understand what it means to be human.'

Why Jessica Lall wants to be Los Angeles's next mayor

Why Jessica Lall wants to be Los Angeles's next mayor

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

'We need to see more Indian Americans and people of colour hold elected office and serve in executive roles.'

Why Fire Insurance Is A Must!

Why Fire Insurance Is A Must!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

While basic policies focus on structural damage, comprehensive ones extend to household contents like furniture, electronics, clothing, and other personal belongings.

US SC clears 26/11 terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India

US SC clears 26/11 terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana's extradition to India

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

This was Rana's last legal chance not to be extradited to India. Earlier, he lost a legal battle in several federal courts, including the US Court of Appeals for the North Circuit in San Francisco.

Goyal's Comment Sparks Startup Uproar

Goyal's Comment Sparks Startup Uproar

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

'The startup ecosystem, the government, and the owners of large pools of Indian capital need to actively support the creation of these local champions, not pull down the teams that are trying hard to get there.'

Taapsee Would Like A Rose, Har Roz!

Taapsee Would Like A Rose, Har Roz!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Taapsee Pannu's off-screen style too reflects her eye for detail, making her a fashionista worth following.

Bengaluru Gets A US Consulate, But...

Bengaluru Gets A US Consulate, But...

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

To begin with, the consulate in Bengaluru will not offer visa services.

Yes, It Happened This Year

Yes, It Happened This Year

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Some glimpses from the year gone by.

Broking stocks slide on Sebi pivot

Broking stocks slide on Sebi pivot

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Shares of brokerages and market infrastructure institutions (MIIs) witnessed heavy selling pressure following the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi's) pivot to a uniform fee structure, which analysts fear could dent revenues. Discount brokerages, which currently benefit from a spread between client charges and exchange fees, are expected to be most affected. Shares of Angel One, the third-largest brokerage by active clients, fell 8.7 per cent. Groww and Zerodha, the largest brokerages, are not publicly listed.

Santa Claus Rally in SMID Stocks

Santa Claus Rally in SMID Stocks

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

As regards mid-caps and small-caps, analysts suggest investors buy only those stocks of those companies where there is earnings visibility for at least a few quarters and where the valuations have become reasonable.

Los Angeles to host 2028 Summer Olympics

Los Angeles to host 2028 Summer Olympics

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Los Angeles will host the 2028 Summer Olympics Games after reaching a deal with Olympic organizers, the Los Angeles Times reported on Monday, citing an unnamed source close to the negotiation.

Maharashtra election 2024 outcome not a major worry for markets: Analysts

Maharashtra election 2024 outcome not a major worry for markets: Analysts

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The outcome of Maharashtra state elections is unlikely to move markets much, said analysts. The markets, they believe, have bigger developments to worry about in the short-to-medium term.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

2 in 5 office workers find desk neighbour annoying

2 in 5 office workers find desk neighbour annoying

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

Two out of five office workers have said that they sit next to an annoying colleague, reveals a new British survey. Do you feel the same way?

All you want to know about Angel tax

All you want to know about Angel tax

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

What is worrying is that this year, angel investments and seed funding deals have fallen by 40 per cent, ringing alarm bells in the start-up community in India.

Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction overturned

Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction overturned

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

In a pivotal turn of events, the New York Court of Appeals has overturned renowned Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, marking a significant development in the legal saga that unfolded in the wake of the #MeToo movement.

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Jay Shah will take over as the next chairman of the ICC in December after he emerged as the sole nominee for the high-profile job

Indians among 65 missing after landslide sweeps away 2 buses in Nepal

Indians among 65 missing after landslide sweeps away 2 buses in Nepal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

At least 65 people, including seven Indian nationals, are believed to be missing after two buses were swept away by a landslide in Nepal and pushed into a swollen river on Friday, according to media reports.

Turkish shooter's cool stance wins hearts

Turkish shooter's cool stance wins hearts

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Viral Turkish shooter says calm demeanour belied the storm within

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

'Modi running around saying he has been offered 2036 Games'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

French organisers turned Paris into an open-air Olympic playground where everyone was invited, with or without a ticket.

Review: Angels is forgettable

Review: Angels is forgettable

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Angels has a disappointing story and shoddy film-making, says Paresh C Palicha.

Bengaluru surpasses Mumbai in attracting angel investment

Bengaluru surpasses Mumbai in attracting angel investment

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

The report is based on data collated from 5 large angel groups.

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

He was a formidable musician but seemed utterly human, a Peter Pan who wore his genius with deceptive lightness. Sandip Roy remembers Ustad Zakir Hussain.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the nomination of popular Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth, 44, as his defence secretary.

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Squadron Leader Kanwal Deep Mehra's daredevilry during the 1971 War brought down a Pakistani F-86 Sabre. But he had to bail out of his plane, was badly injured. Then a fierce band of armed guerillas evacuated him to safety at great risk to their lives.

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

From beard to hairstyle, club-thrower Pranav and father Sanjeev share an unshakeable bond

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Paris Paralympics Pranav Soorma and his father Sanjeev have quite a few things in common, the most striking being their looks -- well-groomed beards complimented by their ponytail hairstyle.

'Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Inspires New Investors'

'Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Inspires New Investors'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'More investors now view the stock market as a valuable opportunity, though many still seek quick gains, leading to a rise in futures and options trading.'

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

Mona Singh: What My Father Taught Me

Mona Singh: What My Father Taught Me

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'My relationship with my father is a journey of mental growth and understanding and finding joy and happiness together.'

The Apprentice Review: A Trump No One Has Seen Before

The Apprentice Review: A Trump No One Has Seen Before

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

The Apprentice is a keenly observed and entertaining biopic about the making of a man who is mostly responsible for all that has gone wrong with current American politics, observes Aseem Chhabra.

Joy for foreign angels as Indian start-ups grow

Joy for foreign angels as Indian start-ups grow

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Investments in 2015 reach a record high of $46.4 million with 193 deals.

Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Modi 3.0: Focus Shifts To Governance

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'It would be reasonable to assume that Modi 3.0 would be more focused on projects and schemes which do not require any legislative change or which have the support of its coalition partners,' asserts A K Bhattacharya.

'Angel Tax' is actually a demon that start-ups hate

'Angel Tax' is actually a demon that start-ups hate

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

The tax forces young startups to part with a portion of the capital they have raised from investors due to disagreements over the valuation of the company by Income Tax officials.

She Helps Girls Get Education

She Helps Girls Get Education

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

What are the reasons why a girl's education falls by the wayside? Why was Safeena a casualty too? Maybe because the education system doesn't give youngsters enough options? Or there are societal issues or pressures?

Hina Gives Us Hope

Hina Gives Us Hope

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Priyanka is grateful... Mouni's day on the beach... Plabita has a rare day...

Angel investors tightened purse strings in 2016

Angel investors tightened purse strings in 2016

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Last year, the top 10 investors in the country had put their money in 209 deals, according to the data compiled by VCCEdge based on deals disclosed. This year they put money in only 60 deals.