News for 'Philippines'

China, Philippines pose threat to Indian BPO

China, Philippines pose threat to Indian BPO

Rediff.com8 Apr 2004

Despite its BPO edge of skilled manpower and low labour cost, India's 'Advantage BPO' position may not be sustainable in the long run as nations like China, the Philippines and Mexico are fast catching up, a ASSOCHAM-IDC survey says.

11 killed in Philippines blast

11 killed in Philippines blast

Rediff.com12 Dec 2004

No group has claimed responsibility for the blast yet and it was not yet clear if terrorist groups were involved, police said.

Bio-weapons found in Philippines

Bio-weapons found in Philippines

Rediff.com20 Oct 2003

The Army said possible residues of a tetanus virus-carrying chemical was found in a raid on a Jaamat hideout.

Philippines airport bomb kills 19

Philippines airport bomb kills 19

Rediff.com4 Mar 2003

The explosion, which destroyed the waiting area at the Davao City airport on Mindanao Island, struck at about 5.30 pm. local time.

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on July 30, 2024

Olympics: Check out India's schedule on July 30, 2024

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Manu Bhaker and partner Sarabjot Singh will compete in the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze medal play-off match on Tuesday.

Foreign diplomats observe J-K polls, Omar slams BJP

Foreign diplomats observe J-K polls, Omar slams BJP

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

A delegation of diplomats from 16 countries, including the United States, Norway and Singapore, on Wednesday observed the ongoing assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir.

Indian held captive in Philippines returns home

Indian held captive in Philippines returns home

Rediff.com19 Aug 2012

A Keralite who escaped from the captivity of an extremist group in the Philippines returned home to Kozhikode on Sunday, ending 14 months' of ordeal in an emotional re-union with kin and friends.

Toll in Philippines earthquake climbs to 56

Toll in Philippines earthquake climbs to 56

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Rescuers assisted by armed forces scrambled to find survivors in quake-hit central Philippines on Tuesday but a series of powerful aftershocks hampered them, as President Ninoy Aquino appealed for calm, a day after a 6.8 temblor shook the country killing at least 56 people.

Air Force, Army, Navy vice chiefs fly Tejas aircraft

Air Force, Army, Navy vice chiefs fly Tejas aircraft

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

The participation of the three vice chiefs in the Tarang Shakti exercise demonstrated the growing focus on cross-domain cooperation, with land, sea, and air forces working together to face modern challenges, an official said.

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.

Will AI Replace Call Centres?

Will AI Replace Call Centres?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

This could fundamentally transform the industry that had been a major source of employment in countries like India and the Philippines.

'Whenever We Watched The Movie We'd Cry'

'Whenever We Watched The Movie We'd Cry'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'We watched the film many times but each time, we would cry.' 'During the editing and sound mixing, my whole team would cry.' 'When we reached the music composing stage, it happened again.' 'Our producer said it is too much to be crying so many times.' 'But we never thought the film would be such a big hit.'

Asian Games: Mixed fortunes for Indian Sepaktakraw teams

Asian Games: Mixed fortunes for Indian Sepaktakraw teams

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

The women's team suffered a third straight defeat, losing to the Philippines 0-2 (18-21, 15-21) in just 39 minutes.

Archer Bhajan Kaur wins gold; qualifies for Paris Olympics

Archer Bhajan Kaur wins gold; qualifies for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Bhajan Kaur clinched India an Olympic individual quota in style, winning a gold medal

Philippines to ratify Indo-Asean FTA soon

Philippines to ratify Indo-Asean FTA soon

Rediff.com16 Mar 2011

After more than a year since the free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) became operational, it is now approaching consolidation.

Govt exempts non-basmati white rice from export duty

Govt exempts non-basmati white rice from export duty

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Withdrawing a blanket ban on overseas shipments of non-basmati white rice, the government on Saturday imposed a floor price of $490 per tonne and exempted the commodity from export duty. Exports of non-basmati white rice have been banned since July 20, 2023 to boost domestic supply. "The export policy for non-basmati white rice (semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or gazed) ...is amended from prohibited to free, subject to MEP (minimum export price) of $490 per tonne with immediate effect and until further orders," the directorate general of foreign trade (DGFT) said in a notification.

Philippine port operator gets security nod

Philippine port operator gets security nod

Rediff.com4 Dec 2006

After a delay of four months, Indian intelligence agencies have given security clearance to International Container Terminal Services Inc

Incumbent FMCG brands continue to corner 65% market share in India

Incumbent FMCG brands continue to corner 65% market share in India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

In India, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) majors continue to hold sway, with incumbent brands cornering 65 per cent of the market share, shows a Bain & Company report. While identifying the continued preference of Indians for incumbent brands, the report says that the dominance of general trade in the country has allowed national brands to maintain their supremacy. The low penetration of e-commerce in the country has also helped large brands.

Son of a b***h, I will swear at you: Philippine president to Obama

Son of a b***h, I will swear at you: Philippine president to Obama

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

His remarks came after the White House officials said Obama in his meeting with him in Laos on Tuesday would confront about his country's human rights record of handling drug traffickers.

Rugby: India beat Philippines 11-3

Rugby: India beat Philippines 11-3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

India thus made it back into Group 4 from which they were relegated last year after losing to Thailand and Malaysia.

72 killed in fire at footwear factory in Philippines

72 killed in fire at footwear factory in Philippines

Rediff.com14 May 2015

A fire that engulfed a footwear factory in the northern Philippines has killed 72 people.

2018 World Cup qualifier: Guam record first win; Philippines upset Bahrain

2018 World Cup qualifier: Guam record first win; Philippines upset Bahrain

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Tiny Guam beat Turkmenistan 1-0 to record their first ever World Cup qualifying victory.

Trump 2.0: Will Bulls Run Amok?

Trump 2.0: Will Bulls Run Amok?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'Investors looking at the next 6-12 months can be certain that the Fed will maintain its easing cycle, and we expect the overall environment to be conducive for fixed income investments for portfolio diversification.'

Over 1200 feared killed as monster typhoon ravages Philippines

Over 1200 feared killed as monster typhoon ravages Philippines

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Over a 100 people died on Friday as Super Typhoon Haiyan battered central Philippines with winds upto 315 kmph forcing millions to take shelter.

Anju, Harshita storm into Asian Wrestling finals

Anju, Harshita storm into Asian Wrestling finals

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Anju, Harshita reach final, Sarita Mor eliminated from Asian Championships

Maritime row between China and Philippines flares up

Maritime row between China and Philippines flares up

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

The maritime row between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea has flared up as Manila with tacit United States backing lined up its naval ships at the disputed island to challenge Chinese claims over it, leaving a perplexed Beijing to mull military options.

A tool used...: China blows hot and cold over Quad summit

A tool used...: China blows hot and cold over Quad summit

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Ever since the Quad started taking shape in 2007, China has been saying that the four-member grouping will be bound to fail. But much to the chagrin of Beijing, it picked up pace in the recent years emerging as a premier strategic group especially challenging China's assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea.

IPTL: Nadal, Sania help Indian Aces thrash Philippines Mavericks

IPTL: Nadal, Sania help Indian Aces thrash Philippines Mavericks

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Legendary Rafael Nadal was at his energetic best in his two wins as rampaging Indian Aces continued their sparkling run in the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with a 30-12 rout of the Philippines Mavervicks, on the opening day of the Indian leg of the event.

Typhoon Haiyan, one of strongest storms ever, slams Philippines

Typhoon Haiyan, one of strongest storms ever, slams Philippines

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The world's strongest typhoon on record has reportedly hit the Philippines' central islands with 380 kmph wind speed, leading to evacuations of millions of people to high ground and storm shelters in 20 provinces.

Will Modi meet Trump in US? Can't confirm yet, says govt

Will Modi meet Trump in US? Can't confirm yet, says govt

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will have a substantive engagement on the sidelines of the Quad summit on Saturday, and the two sides will sign at least two agreements following the talks.

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Amit Panghal's campaign at the Paris Olympics mirrored his experience at the Tokyo Games. The seasoned boxer once again made a pre-quarter-finals exit while debutant Jaismine Lamboria was also ousted on Tuesday.

Obama, Philippine President exchange pleasantries after 'son of a b***h' slur

Obama, Philippine President exchange pleasantries after 'son of a b***h' slur

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The two met informally in a holding room before attending a gala dinner in the Lao capital marking the beginning of the yearly ASEAN summit.

Supplier of 'aatank' struggles for 'atta' now: Modi's veiled attack on Pak

Supplier of 'aatank' struggles for 'atta' now: Modi's veiled attack on Pak

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Taking a dig at Pakistan without naming it, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said a country which was a supplier of aatank (terror) is struggling for aata (flour) these days.

Popular England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson dies at 76

Popular England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson dies at 76

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

His agent Bo Gustavsson told Reuters he had passed away Monday morning.