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Nancy Pelosi re-elected as Speaker of House of Representatives

Nancy Pelosi re-elected as Speaker of House of Representatives

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Pelosi, 80, secured 216 votes in a tight contest against Republican Kevin McCarthy, who got support from 209 Congressmen, after Democrats lost 11 seats in the November elections to command a narrower 222-212 majority.

Time is running out for Lakshmi Vilas Bank

Time is running out for Lakshmi Vilas Bank

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

'It's a toss-up between a fire sale of equity or merger with a strong bank,' points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why share buybacks is not a good idea for IT companies

Why share buybacks is not a good idea for IT companies

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The strategy of returning cash to shareholders through stock purchases could hinder their digital expansion plans

Schumacher's family at his bedside; fans to hold 'silent' birthday vigil

Schumacher's family at his bedside; fans to hold 'silent' birthday vigil

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

Fans of Michael Schumacher will hold a 'silent' vigil for the injured Formula 1 driver to mark his 45th birthday on Friday.

No deliberate delay: Delhi poll body on Kejriwal nomination

No deliberate delay: Delhi poll body on Kejriwal nomination

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

The CEO office said that the Returning Officer took such a long time due to the rush of candidates on the last day of filing nomination papers. The response came hours after a number of AAP leaders alleged that around 35 candidates with incomplete set of papers were insisting that they would not allow the CM to file his nomination unless their nominations were filed.

The Indian American who may represent Silicon Valley in the US Congress

The Indian American who may represent Silicon Valley in the US Congress

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

'I will be one of the most impactful players in Washington from day one because of the constituency I represent, which is the greatest, most influential constituency in the country, in the world. The only majority Asian district, with a huge Chinese-American and Indian-American population in a world which is going to be dominated by the United States, China and India -- the heart of the high tech innovation economy.' Ro Khanna, whose election campaign has America buzzing, speaks to Rediff.com's Aziz Haniffa.

6 BSP MLAs rebel in UP, hint they may leave party

6 BSP MLAs rebel in UP, hint they may leave party

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

'It's the same problem with all six of us. Behenji (Mayawati) is not to be blamed, but the coordinators have acted in a manner which has depressed us and we thought what is the use of remaining with such a party'

Sports Shorts: India beat SKorea 3-0; finish lowly ninth

Sports Shorts: India beat SKorea 3-0; finish lowly ninth

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Akashdeep Singh scored two goals as India posted a comfortable 3-0 win over Asian champions South Korea to finish a lowly ninth in the men's hockey World Cup at the Kyocera Stadium at The Hague in The Netherlands on Saturday.

PHOTO: Aamir Khan promotes Dhoom 3 on KBC

PHOTO: Aamir Khan promotes Dhoom 3 on KBC

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Check returns on capital before investing

Check returns on capital before investing

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Thirty companies which generated an average RoCE of 30 per cent for five years have seen their market cap rise by 90 per cent.

Swiggy's losses double, but revenue jumps 4-fold

Swiggy's losses double, but revenue jumps 4-fold

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Swiggy had in June entered the elite Unicorn club after raising $210 million from a group of investors

Buzz on Internet: 'Rohit just got friend requests from Tendulkar, Sehwag'

Buzz on Internet: 'Rohit just got friend requests from Tendulkar, Sehwag'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

Sport stars, fans react to Rohit Sharma's mammoth 209 off 158.

A young girl's inspiring journey from Ambernath to New York

A young girl's inspiring journey from Ambernath to New York

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

The amazing story of a young girl's sojourn from Mumbai's fringes to the glitz and glamour of New York.

How does Ducati's sexy new bike measure up?

How does Ducati's sexy new bike measure up?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

The good and not so good observations about the highest performing motorcycle in the world

Return on equity? Now what's that?

Return on equity? Now what's that?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2004

What is the 'Return on Equity' ratio? We discuss this ratio that deals with book-value or 'equity'. It and is used to measure the 'efficiency with which a company utilises the equity capital.'

The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek passes away

The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek passes away

Rediff.com21 May 2013

The keyboardist and bestselling author was 74.

Chit fund agent dies, director commits suicide

Chit fund agent dies, director commits suicide

Rediff.com7 May 2013

The body count, mostly from suicides after the chit fund bubble burst, went up to 11 on Tuesday with the death of an agent and an alleged suicide by a chit fund firm director.

'China acting in contradiction to its agreements with India'

'China acting in contradiction to its agreements with India'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Over the last few weeks, bipartisan support for India against China has been increasing.

Tottenham's Bale named English PFA player of the year

Tottenham's Bale named English PFA player of the year

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Gareth Bale became only the third man to be named the English Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) player of the year and young player of the year in the same season on Sunday.

5 highest selling luxury cars in India

5 highest selling luxury cars in India

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

They either report a sales figure that shows clear signs of growth or future plans that indicate expansion in India.

Best Dressed Filmi Hotties At The Awards? VOTE!

Best Dressed Filmi Hotties At The Awards? VOTE!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

Take this fun poll now!

'Must understand Trump supporters and their issues'

'Must understand Trump supporters and their issues'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'There are voters that may only come out to vote for him because he's speaking to their issues and they may not be Democrat or Republican'

Truckers defer strike

Truckers defer strike

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Earlier, AIMTC had warned that 75 lakh trucks and 40 lakh buses will stop plying from April 1 if demands, including withdrawal of hike in diesel prices and rollback of hike in third party insurance premium, were not met.

Sreenivasan replaced Priyanka in Robert Vadra company

Sreenivasan replaced Priyanka in Robert Vadra company

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Several other little known entities, realty players involved in transactions with his four firms.

New travel ban doesn't keep US safe: Indian-American lawmakers

New travel ban doesn't keep US safe: Indian-American lawmakers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

"Make no mistake: this ban does not keep us safe. It puts American lives at risk while isolating the Muslim community at a time when we need to address the threat of homegrown extremism. No matter the changes, this executive action remains immoral and fundamentally un-American," California Senator Kamala Harris said.

Fear against 4th wheel is misplaced: Rajiv Bajaj

Fear against 4th wheel is misplaced: Rajiv Bajaj

Rediff.com23 May 2013

Bajaj talks about his plans for the RE-60, which was showcased in January last year in the Auto Expo, to Business Standard.

Sonia holds parleys with ministers, Cong leaders

Sonia holds parleys with ministers, Cong leaders

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Monday held parleys with some Union ministers and senior party leaders amid indications of a Cabinet reshuffle.

In a first, passengers to be compensated for any delay in Tejas Express

In a first, passengers to be compensated for any delay in Tejas Express

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

An amount of Rs 100 will be paid in case the delay is for over an hour and Rs 250 for delay of over two hours, the IRCTC said ahead of the launch of its first train. The train is scheduled to make its first commercial run on October 5.

WB panchayat polls on May 14, SC allows e-filing of nominations

WB panchayat polls on May 14, SC allows e-filing of nominations

Rediff.com10 May 2018

The top court also directed the SEC not to declare those candidates who have won unopposed as winners.

Auto sector woes hit tyre makers hard

Auto sector woes hit tyre makers hard

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Tyre companies are stepping up on exports to offset declining volumes from domestic OEMs.

Fearing anti-rape protests Delhi Metro shuts 2 stations

Fearing anti-rape protests Delhi Metro shuts 2 stations

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

The station at Udyog Bhavan was closed for public from 10:15 am onwards till further directions. The Race Course Road Station was closed from 6:45 pm on Sunday evening

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

China pushes India into bear hug with Quad

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

China's behaviour in the post-pandemic geopolitical landscape which may determine the Quad's future trajectory, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Odisha plans five new airports

Odisha plans five new airports

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

The state presently has 17 airstrips and 16 helipads.

Britain seeks clarity on Serbian brawl charges

Britain seeks clarity on Serbian brawl charges

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The British government is investigating the full details of criminal charges laid by Serbian police against two England Under-21 soccer players after this month's Euro 2013 playoff ended in a mass brawl.

Access to low-cost funds to help infra lender, says IDFC

Access to low-cost funds to help infra lender, says IDFC

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Most infra projects have hit a road block due to high cost of funds.

Battle of cola giants: And the winner is...

Battle of cola giants: And the winner is...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

While Coca-Cola India improved its profit margin during the year, arch rival PepsiCo's margin was far lower. Coca-Cola India, which does not manufacture or market any products, gets majority of its revenue from royalty incomes against ownership of formulations for key products. Over the years, PepsiCo's operating revenue has come down significantly, as it kept divesting bottling plants to its franchise partners.

Bopanna-Ram out of Indian Wells Masters

Bopanna-Ram out of Indian Wells Masters

Rediff.com9 Mar 2013

Rohan Bopanna and Rajeev Ram's campaign at the ATP Indian Wells Masters ended in the first round itself after a straight sets defeat against Lukas Kubot of Poland and Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia.

Four Arunachal districts reel under flood fury

Four Arunachal districts reel under flood fury

Rediff.com22 Sep 2012

Flood situation in four districts of Arunchal Pradesh -- lower and upper Dibang Valley districts, Lohit and East Siang has remained grim with flood water submerging new areas forcing people to vacate their houses.

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'This year felt different -- and was different.' 'For the first time, the Indian American voter seemed to matter.'

Champions Trophy: India look to settle scores with Belgium

Champions Trophy: India look to settle scores with Belgium

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

India will have revenge on mind but injuries remain a worry for the team as it takes on Belgium in the quarterfinal clash of the Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Melbourne on Thursday.