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May admits no support for 3rd vote on Brexit bill

May admits no support for 3rd vote on Brexit bill

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

In a statement to formally update parliament on her European Council meeting last week where the EU agreed to a short delay to the March 29 Brexit deadline, the British PM said she remained committed to "guarantee Brexit" even if it isn't as initially planned for this Friday and would continue to lobby MPs to get the support required for another vote on the withdrawal agreement agreed with the European Union.

Hardship set to linger

Hardship set to linger

Rediff.com31 Dec 2016

With cash -- the primary medium of exchange -- all but disappearing, it is now unlikely that the expected fillip to demand on account of a good monsoon and proceeds from the Seventh Pay Commission payout will materialise.

'Are my songs literature': Bob Dylan thanks Swedish Academy for his Nobel

'Are my songs literature': Bob Dylan thanks Swedish Academy for his Nobel

Rediff.com11 Dec 2016

"I'm sorry I can't be with you in person, but please know that I am most definitely with you in spirit and honoured to be receiving such a prestigious prize," Dylan said in his acceptance speech, which was read out by the United States Ambassador to Sweden, Azita Raji.

Dunga shows he has the coach's knack

Dunga shows he has the coach's knack

Rediff.com16 Jul 2007

Dunga's appointment as Brazil coach after last year's World Cup was greeted with scepticism by many because he had no previous experience.

UBS sees Nifty at 8,000 level by December end

UBS sees Nifty at 8,000 level by December end

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

Swiss brokerage UBS said Nifty will scale the 8,000-mark by December even though market expectations from government remain "unrealistically" high.

Rahul and the politics of humility

Rahul and the politics of humility

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

'His humble words are no substitute for a clear vision for the future of the country. But humility has its own power, its own impact.' 'And it's probably more than that of a monogrammed suit,' says Shuma Raha.

Special: What is an e-charkha?

Special: What is an e-charkha?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

The letter 'e' has assumed special significance in this computer age. 'E-mail', 'e ticketing', 'e-booking', 'e-filing of return' and the words like that are pass. But 'e charkha'? One tends to become a bit sceptical about the existence of such a word in the first place, leave alone the product itself. If the Khadi & Village Industries Commission is to be believed, e-charkha is a reality.

And 2018's Best Bollywood Actors are...

And 2018's Best Bollywood Actors are...

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Sukanya Verma curates an impressive list.

How to pay zero tax on family income of Rs 13.10L

How to pay zero tax on family income of Rs 13.10L

Rediff.com10 Jul 2008

You can achieve this by following one of the five golden rules of tax planning, namely, by spreading your income among your family members.

High growth can be sustained, says FM

High growth can be sustained, says FM

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

An elated Finance Minister P Chidambaram said on Thursday India had the capacity to sustain the current high growth rate.

For Indians, space is the limit now

For Indians, space is the limit now

Rediff.com17 Oct 2007

So now the rich among us Indians can certainly dream of taking a flight into space, as early as 2010. Yes, the rich, because it costs $200,000 a trip.

Davis Cup revamp could 'kill its soul', say Belgians

Davis Cup revamp could 'kill its soul', say Belgians

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

When it comes to producing the raucous atmospheres which help make the Davis Cup unique among tennis events, few do it as well as the Belgians who have reached two of the last three finals, losing on both occasions.

Wish Abhishek Bachchan

Wish Abhishek Bachchan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2006

The star turns 30 on Sunday.

Coming soon! The Gully Boy sequel

Coming soon! The Gully Boy sequel

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Kangana biopic takes shape... Ayushmann's new film... Why Oscar winner Olivia Colman visited Bihar...Subhash K Jha's Bollywood Buzz...

How Kiran Karnik helped the IT sector

How Kiran Karnik helped the IT sector

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

After heading the apex body for six years, and being instrumental in placing the Indian IT industry on the global map.

Vijay Mallya gets global acceptance, finally

Vijay Mallya gets global acceptance, finally

Rediff.com17 May 2007

Wednesday's acquisition of Whyte & Mackay for $1.18 billion puts Mallya in the hallowed bracket.

FIFA gives clean chit to World Cup hosts Russia, Qatar

FIFA gives clean chit to World Cup hosts Russia, Qatar

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Finds no cause to block Russia and Qatar World Cups

Parrikar will be missed at defence ministry

Parrikar will be missed at defence ministry

Rediff.com13 Mar 2017

His absence will be felt because of his decision taking ability and rapport with armed forces.

Does India need a Ministry of AI?

Does India need a Ministry of AI?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Without our realisation, basic AI is already managing our personal and work lives through emails, work processes and even entertainment

Of Indian bourses and reforms

Of Indian bourses and reforms

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

How the 'pundits' got everything wrong

How the 'pundits' got everything wrong

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Whatever Mr Modi's other shortcomings be, his consistent efforts to motivate have created an aura of positivity, hopefully stable. He has also shown that he is not averse to taking decisions with possibly negative implications for him, says Shreekant Sambrani.

After Houston, the road ahead

After Houston, the road ahead

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'The challenge before the two countries is to turn the peak into a plateau and enter an irreversible phase of cooperation,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

The Reinvention of Arvind Kejriwal

The Reinvention of Arvind Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

'Brand Kejriwal-AAP have a long way to go even if they win another Delhi election...'
'It is a force nobody can ignore, not even Mr Modi, because it will keep punching above its weight,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Fiasco in Hanoi

Fiasco in Hanoi

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

'Despite much hype of optimism, everyone went home empty-handed without a clear picture where they are heading in the future,' notes Dr Rajaram Panda.

'Kim should be given benefit of the doubt'

'Kim should be given benefit of the doubt'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

'The sanctions are biting him.' 'He also has a chance to come out into the world and reshape his nation.'

Steel MNCs get stuck in policy mesh

Steel MNCs get stuck in policy mesh

Rediff.com19 Sep 2006

For Singh brothers, truce is temporary, split only way out

For Singh brothers, truce is temporary, split only way out

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

NCLT allows Shivinder to withdraw petition against his brother Malvinder. Final decision to be taken by family members in their presence.

India's space programme is a Phoenix

India's space programme is a Phoenix

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'It is time we Indians learnt to believe in ourselves, and stopped questioning our own capabilities every time a space launch is not a glorious success,' says M D Riti.

Suzlon-REpower: FY08 earnings may be hit

Suzlon-REpower: FY08 earnings may be hit

Rediff.com28 May 2007

The structure of Suzlon's takeover of REpower significantly lessens the financial implications, though the FY08 earnings may still take a hit.

Few takers for Moser's offer

Few takers for Moser's offer

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

Most top executives of film production companies said that they would not like to sell rights of their films cheap.

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

It doesn't lack in practicality, affordability and drivability and even comes with interiors that are appealing

'Almost on the edge' Cornet asks for Aus Open heat policy review

'Almost on the edge' Cornet asks for Aus Open heat policy review

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

'The limit of not playing the match is really high, it's like it needs to be above 45 degrees and humidity. I think this limit should be a little lower because playing in this condition is not nice for anyone'

Cricketers sign up with Zee

Cricketers sign up with Zee

Rediff.com5 Apr 2007

For all those sceptics who wondered whether the Essel Group's Subhash Chandra would be able to pull off a parallel cricket league, a line-up of players and a business plan is already in place.

2004-06: CEOs give PM the thumbs up

2004-06: CEOs give PM the thumbs up

Rediff.com22 May 2006

'Write off Schumacher at your peril'

'Write off Schumacher at your peril'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

Sadhanai is an interesting album

Sadhanai is an interesting album

Rediff.com4 Oct 2006

Modi has ambitious plans to put India in the $5-trillion club

Modi has ambitious plans to put India in the $5-trillion club

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Modi said it is an outcome of India's consistent reforms trajectory that the country's position is getting credence globally and is being recognised by international bodies like the IMF, World Economic Forum and UNCTAD.

Plea against Sanskrit prayers in KVs referred to Constitution Bench

Plea against Sanskrit prayers in KVs referred to Constitution Bench

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, said that meaning of Sanskrit 'shlokas' is a universal truth and merely because it is written in Sanskrit, it does not make it communal.

Growing up young

Growing up young

Rediff.com25 Aug 2006