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FIR filed against Kapil Mishra over India vs Pak tweet

FIR filed against Kapil Mishra over India vs Pak tweet

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

The Election Commission had earlier asked Twitter to remove the tweet by Mishra, a candidate from the Model Town seat.

Indian American gets top post in Commerce Dept

Indian American gets top post in Commerce Dept

Rediff.com8 Aug 2009

Ro Khanna, 32, has been appointed by President Barack Obama as the new deputy assistant secretary of commerce for domestic operations of the United States and Foreign Commercial Service, International Trade Administration at the US Department of Commerce.He is the first Indian American to be named for a senior position in the Department of Commerce in the Obama administration, whose portfolio will have a direct impact on US-India trade and commercial ties.

Ford Figo: A car for the young and ambitious

Ford Figo: A car for the young and ambitious

Rediff.com25 Mar 2010

Ford surely needs something special to improve its fortunes in India -- the new battlefront for the world's top car makers.

Rain pushes PM's White House reception indoors

Rain pushes PM's White House reception indoors

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

Compared to the South Lawn that can accommodate over 400 people, the East Room has a much smaller capacity which would obviously result in a very restricted and truncated ceremony for the visiting leader in terms of who all can get inside

ICICI Bank acquires 5.15% stake in Hindustan Motors

ICICI Bank acquires 5.15% stake in Hindustan Motors

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The bank got the share in lieu of repayment of loan.

Blake registers easy win in rain-delayed match

Blake registers easy win in rain-delayed match

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

American James Blake quickly finished off his rain-delayed first round match with Taylor Dent 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 at the Delray Beach International tennis tournament on Wednesday.

Raghubir Yadav: Peepli Live! will boost my career

Raghubir Yadav: Peepli Live! will boost my career

Rediff.com16 Feb 2010

Raghubir Yadav goes from real life farmer to reel life farmer.

'My biggest worry is electricity'

'My biggest worry is electricity'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'The worst affected is the electricity supply. A huge number of poles, some 6,000 to 8,000 poles have been damaged completely. That will take a lot of time for restoration.'

Can't guarantee no repeat of 26/11 in India: Pak

Can't guarantee no repeat of 26/11 in India: Pak

Rediff.com22 Jan 2010

Pakistan, which is experiencing 'Mumbai-like attacks almost every other day', cannot guarantee that there will not be a repeat of the 26/11 strikes in India, Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani has told the United States."Pakistan is itself facing Mumbai-like attacks almost every other day and when we cannot protect our own citizens, how can we guarantee that there wouldn't be any more terrorist hits in India," Gilani was quoted by a source in the media as saying.

Feyenoord beat Tilburg, Ajax thrash NAC

Feyenoord beat Tilburg, Ajax thrash NAC

Rediff.com14 Sep 2009

Jonathan de Guzman curled a free kick around the wall midway through the second half to earn Feyenoord a 3-2 win at Willem II Tilburg in the Dutch league on Sunday.

Markets sign off in style

Markets sign off in style

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

After shedding 60 per cent in the previous year, the Sensex scripted its most amazing turnarounds ever to add a whopping 80 per cent in the year 2009. The market breadth was strong. Out of 2965 stocks traded on the BSE, there were 1669 advancing stocks as against 1210 declines.

Review: Stay away from Accident on Hill Road

Review: Stay away from Accident on Hill Road

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

Accident On Hill Road is a pathetic excuse for a film.

Federer and Serena named ITF World Champions

Federer and Serena named ITF World Champions

Rediff.com22 Dec 2009

Roger Federer and Serena Williams were named 2009 ITF World Champions on Tuesday after capturing four grand slam singles titles between them in 2009.

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project to cost Rs 98,805 crore!

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project to cost Rs 98,805 crore!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

The Japan International Cooperation Agency has submitted the final report on the feasibility study of the proposed high-speed rail system on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route to the Railway Minister, estimating the ambitious project would cost Rs 98,805 crore.

What England did in Cardiff was 'just': Warne

What England did in Cardiff was 'just': Warne

Rediff.com16 Jul 2009

After Steve Waugh, now Shane Warne begs to differ with Ricky Ponting on the alleged time-wasting tactics of England during the Ashes opener in Cardiff, saying the hosts played within the spirit of the game.

Malaysia bans Hindraf

Malaysia bans Hindraf

Rediff.com16 Oct 2008

The Malaysian Government has banned the non-governmental Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), branding it as a threat to national security.

'LPOs can absorb thousands of young grads'

'LPOs can absorb thousands of young grads'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2009

Lokendra Tomar, chief operating officer of India's largest integrated KPO, Integreon, talks about career opportunities for young grads in the sector.

Legal hurdles loom over Poddar's MCF, Kalindee buy

Legal hurdles loom over Poddar's MCF, Kalindee buy

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Lawyers say open offer must for twin stake purchase to meet Sebi rules.

Raju created 300 cos to divert funds: Min

Raju created 300 cos to divert funds: Min

Rediff.com28 Jan 2009

The government said on Wednesday that Satyam Computer Services' disgraced founder Ramalinga Raju created a network of about 300 companies and diverted funds from one company to another in a complex but carefully planned process. Speaking to Karan Thapar on the CNN-IBN news channel, Gupta said, "Our information is that there was a network of almost 300 compnaies and funds were diverted from one company to (another) and then to (a) third."

Thank you daddy, says Bollywood

Thank you daddy, says Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Bollywood stars celebrate Father's Day with adorable pictures of their papas.

SFIO probe into Satyam deal likely

SFIO probe into Satyam deal likely

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

The ministry has asked the RoC to submit within three weeks reports of the Satyam-Maytas deal and the details involved. For this, the ministry could even waive the condition of a minimum 10 per cent of shareholders required for moving the CLB with complaints.

Music review: Rani, Shahid's Dil Bole Hadippa

Music review: Rani, Shahid's Dil Bole Hadippa

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Pritam fails to score with this jaded soundtrack.

Attack came despite change in Lankan team route

Attack came despite change in Lankan team route

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

Mir says, "We are not surprised. Similar attacks are being carried out every day in Swat valley. Today it has happened before the full glare of the media.'' He said the timing of the attack is significant.

US midterm elections: Haley, Bera, Khanna lead Indian-American push

US midterm elections: Haley, Bera, Khanna lead Indian-American push

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

More than two dozen Indian-Americans are in electoral fray for the crucial US elections, but all eyes would be on three young leaders -- South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and Congressmen Ami Bera and Ro Khanna, who have made a mark in the country's politics.

Should you invest in smart-beta funds?

Should you invest in smart-beta funds?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

'Investors should allocate about 5% to 10% to such funds.'

ICICI Venture directors have quit Subhiksha

ICICI Venture directors have quit Subhiksha

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

ICICI Venture informed Subhiksha on January 8, 2009, about the withdrawal of its nominee directors and asked the company to make the requisite filing with the RoC, Chennai. However, when ICICI Venture did not receive any copies of the filing till January 19, it informed the RoC of the resignations.

Wellington: The score... and more

Wellington: The score... and more

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

A statistical outlook of the Westpac stadium in Wellington, which will host the second Twenty20 international and second ODI between India and New Zealand.

ICICI nominee directors still on board: Subhiksha

ICICI nominee directors still on board: Subhiksha

Rediff.com24 Feb 2009

Subhiksha's founder and Managing Director R Subramanian, while refuting the allegations of ICICI Venture, said his company hasn't received any resignations from the nominees of ICICI even though the private equity firm claimed it had withdrawn its nominees.

India to relaunch oil exploration bidding in Aug

India to relaunch oil exploration bidding in Aug

Rediff.com22 Jun 2009

The government is planning to relaunch the eighth phase of bidding for oil and gas blocks under the New Exploration and Licensing Policy (Nelp-VIII) in the second week of August.

Jet Air, United Airlines in pact

Jet Air, United Airlines in pact

Rediff.com20 May 2008

Private sector carrier Jet Airways on Tuesday said it has entered into an agreement with the US-based United Airlines for codeshare and frequent flier programme benefits for their customers.

Vijender in Asian boxing quarter-finals

Vijender in Asian boxing quarter-finals

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

Thokchom Nanao Singh assured himself of a medal by advancing to semi-finals while Olympic bronze medal winner Vijender Singh pulled off a stunning triumph over Uzbek Atoev Abbos to enter the quarter-finals of the Asian Boxing Championships in Zhuhai, China, on Tuesday. Youth World champion Nanao Singh (48kg) rallied to beat Chia-Lun Lu of Chinese Taipei 8-4 and reach the semi-finals.

Truckers' strike: What the govt must do

Truckers' strike: What the govt must do

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

Truckers' have also demanded that different permits to carry goods to different states should be abolished.

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The CIA found that 15 Saudi agents flew on government planes to Istanbul and carried out the killing at the Saudi consulate, the report said, adding that it could complicate President Donald Trump's efforts to preserve US ties with one of the closest American allies in the region.

Indian Americans exhorted to mobilise

Indian Americans exhorted to mobilise

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

Khanna, an attorney who is perhaps one of the most articulate spokesmen of Indian Americans in the Democratic Party, argued political mobilisation is the final step for the community.

Nepal: Parties fail to end deadlock

Nepal: Parties fail to end deadlock

Rediff.com4 Jun 2008

Nepal's major parties on Wednesday failed to break an impasse over the formation of a new government as efforts to strike a deal on sharing of power proved futile. During crucial talks in Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala's residence here, the Maoists rejected a proposal from Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML to amend the interim constitution to remove a provision requiring two-thirds majority for forming or unseating the government.

Credit ratings conceal more than they reveal

Credit ratings conceal more than they reveal

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Companies with contrasting financial ratios enjoy similar credit ratings; agencies say they look at many other metrics.

Free career seminars in Pune and Mumbai

Free career seminars in Pune and Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Aug 2007

Bilcare Research Academy offers one year, full-time postgraduate diploma in clinical trial management

US: 3 held for Indian students' murder

US: 3 held for Indian students' murder

Rediff.com23 May 2008

Michael Jermaine Lewis, 19, and Casey Gathers, 20, were arrested on Thursday for the December 13 killing of Chandrasekhar Reddy Komma and Kiran Kumar Allam who were found shot in the head in what police called a home invasion of Allam's apartment. Devin Jamell Parker, 19, was arrested on Wednesday in an unrelated simple robbery and booked into prison, Gary Durham, acting chief of the LSU Police Department, said at a press conference held to announce the arrests.

Monfils stuns Nadal in Qatar

Monfils stuns Nadal in Qatar

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

The world No 1's Australian Open preparations hit a stumbling block when he was beaten by Frenchman Gael Monfils in the quarter-finals.

Mourinho dismisses Owen-related speculation

Mourinho dismisses Owen-related speculation

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho on Friday dismissed media speculation that the Serie A title-holders are interested in signing forward Michael Owen from Newcastle United.