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He Quit Amazon To Make Films

He Quit Amazon To Make Films

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'You need the drishti, the experience. I am beginning to see things differently.'

Sochi Games: S Koreans blame Putin for skater Yuna's loss

Sochi Games: S Koreans blame Putin for skater Yuna's loss

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

South Koreans blamed Russian President Vladimir Putin and biased judging at the Sochi Games after their top skater Kim Yuna was denied back-to-back Olympic golds by Russia's Adelina Sotnikova.

Son faces racial abuse? Spurs, Palace investigate

Son faces racial abuse? Spurs, Palace investigate

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace are working with the Metropolitan Police to investigate an allegation of Son Heung-min being racially abused by fans.

Imitiaz Ali turns creative producer for Korean remake

Imitiaz Ali turns creative producer for Korean remake

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Choreographer Bosco of the Bosco-Caesar duo debuts as the director for the film

'A new history starts now': North Korea's Kim Jong-un meets South Korea's Moon

'A new history starts now': North Korea's Kim Jong-un meets South Korea's Moon

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

The historic peace talks are aimed at ending their decades-long conflict and come weeks before Kim is due to meet United States President Donald Trump.

Koreans enjoy easy day but insist task not over

Koreans enjoy easy day but insist task not over

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

Smiling ear to ear after grabbing a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup tie against India, South Korean captain Yong II Yoon said it turned out easier than expected for his team but the task is yet to be finished.

AFC Awards night: Afif and Seike reign supreme

AFC Awards night: Afif and Seike reign supreme

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Qatar's Akram Afif has been named the Asian Football Confederation's Player of the Year for a second time with Kiko Seike from Japan securing the women's title at the regional body's annual awards ceremony in Seoul on Tuesday.

Watching YOU: AI Surveillance At Railway Stations

Watching YOU: AI Surveillance At Railway Stations

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Railways ramps up project to instal AI-based cameras that can recognise faces.

21-year-old Lim Si-hyeon sets World, Olympic archery mark

21-year-old Lim Si-hyeon sets World, Olympic archery mark

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Lim Si-hyeon delivered an emphatic statement on Thursday that she is the woman to beat at the Paris Olympics as the mighty South Korean archery team warmed up for another assault on the medal podium.

Hyundai's IPO subscribed 2.37 times on final day

Hyundai's IPO subscribed 2.37 times on final day

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The initial public offer of Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the Indian arm of South Korean automaker Hyundai, got subscribed 2.37 times on the third day of the bidding on Thursday, helped by institutional buyers. This is the largest IPO in the country, surpassing LIC's initial share sale of Rs 21,000 crore. The Rs 27,870 crore initial share sale got bids for 23,63,26,937 shares against 9,97,69,810 shares on offer, translating into 2.37 times subscription, as per NSE data.

US, South Korea discuss threat from North

US, South Korea discuss threat from North

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Amidst growing tension in the Korean peninsula and increasing threat from North Korea, United States Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel has spoken to his South Korean counterpart Kim Kwan Jin to review the security situation.

Army Chief In South Korea; Kim Celebrates In North

Army Chief In South Korea; Kim Celebrates In North

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

General Manoj C Pande, India's chief of army staff, visited military establishments in South Korea and interacted with the republic's senior military leadership.

IOA's 'poor administration' costs India archery coach

IOA's 'poor administration' costs India archery coach

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Denied accreditation, India's Korean archery coach says he won't continue after contract expiry

Swiggy seeks valuation of $11.3 bn; IPO to open on Wednesday

Swiggy seeks valuation of $11.3 bn; IPO to open on Wednesday

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Food delivery and quick-commerce major Swiggy, which is coming out with its initial public offering (IPO) on Wednesday, is seeking a valuation of about $11.3 billion. The Bengaluru-based company is aiming to garner Rs 11,327 crore from the IPO, which will comprise a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 4,499 crore along with an offer for sale (OFS) of Rs 6,828 crore. Swiggy has set a price band of Rs 371 to Rs 390 per share for its maiden public issue.

After Mahindra, Ruias to bid for Korean car maker

After Mahindra, Ruias to bid for Korean car maker

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

A group spokesperson declined to comment on the size of the forthcoming deal. The market capitalisation of the company is $400 million (Rs 1,840 crore).

South Korea beat Iraq 2-0 to reach Asian Cup final

South Korea beat Iraq 2-0 to reach Asian Cup final

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

South Korea moved a step closer to burying their 55-year Asian Cup hoodoo when they grabbed a goal in each half to beat Iraq 2-0 on Monday and set up a final against Australia or United Arab Emirates.

Hyundai makes muted market debut, fall nearly 6% post listing

Hyundai makes muted market debut, fall nearly 6% post listing

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Shares of Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the Indian arm of South Korean automaker Hyundai, on Tuesday made a muted market debut and further fell by nearly 6 per cent against the issue price of Rs 1,960. The stock listed at Rs 1,931, reflecting a decline of 1.47 per cent from the issue price on the BSE. Later, the stock made some recovery and hit a high of Rs 1,968.80, up 0.44 per cent.

ACT PIX: India set up China final after Harmanpreet brace

ACT PIX: India set up China final after Harmanpreet brace

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

China stunned Pakistan 2-0 in the shoot-out to enter the final of Hero Asian Champions Trophy for the first time in the history of the tournament.

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.

Korean officials seek 'Queen Yuna' enquiry

Korean officials seek 'Queen Yuna' enquiry

Rediff.com22 Feb 2014

The outcry over the judging in the women's Olympic figure skating competition took a new turn on Friday when South Korea's skating union requested an investigation into whether it was run fairly.

A special paddler makes historic Olympic debut!

A special paddler makes historic Olympic debut!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Brazil's Alexandre makes Olympic debut, eyes Paralympic gold

Has Ronaldo grown too big for his coaches?

Has Ronaldo grown too big for his coaches?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Ronaldo was kept largely at bay by South Korea's defence in the Asians' last-gasp victory over Portugal that sent Uruguay out of the World Cup. But he was involved in the South Korean equalizer in the 27th minute when a corner struck him on the back and fell for Kim Young-gwon to score.

Manu Bhaker reveals her plans for a triumphant return

Manu Bhaker reveals her plans for a triumphant return

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Bhaker said that her break from the shooting after Olympics was pre-decided by her and her coach Jaspal Rana.

India inks civil nuclear deal with South Korea

India inks civil nuclear deal with South Korea

Rediff.com25 Jul 2011

India on Monday signed a civil nuclear cooperation deal with South Korea, allowing a framework for Korean companies to participate in atomic power plant projects in the country.

What To Watch On OTT This Week

What To Watch On OTT This Week

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Christmas romance, heists, thrillers, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

FIFA World Cup PIX: Uruguay denied by stubborn South Korea

FIFA World Cup PIX: Uruguay denied by stubborn South Korea

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Group H match played between Uruguay and South Korea at Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar on Thursday

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Clearly, some of the bullishness of the early days has gone missing. Ola's market share is slipping amid rising competition from incumbents like Bajaj Auto and TVS.

F1: Korean Grand Prix dropped from calendar

F1: Korean Grand Prix dropped from calendar

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The Korean Formula One Grand Prix has been formally dropped from the 2015 calendar after its surprise inclusion last month for contractual reasons.

Willing to negotiate with workers directly: Samsung

Willing to negotiate with workers directly: Samsung

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Samsung India is willing to sign a long-term wage settlement and negotiate directly with its workers for an amicable resolution of the dispute, the company's lawyer said on Friday, terming the ongoing employees' strike at the Sriperumbudur plant "illegal". Lawyer Anand Gopalan, who is representing Samsung India in the high court of Chennai and the Kanchipuram District Court, said the company would only negotiate with its workers and not with any third-party leaders.

Quad condemns Pahalgam attack; silent on Pak, 4-day military conflict

Quad condemns Pahalgam attack; silent on Pak, 4-day military conflict

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

The Quad grouping has called for bringing the perpetrators, organisers and financiers of the Pahalgam terror attack to justice without any delay and urged UN member nations to extend cooperation for it.

US sends stealth fighter jets to join South Korea drills

US sends stealth fighter jets to join South Korea drills

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The United States has reportedly deployed stealth fighter jets to South Korea as part of ongoing joint military exercises between the two nations.

Will Tejas beat Pak, Korean jets in Malaysia?

Will Tejas beat Pak, Korean jets in Malaysia?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

'It would be a travesty if the Malaysian air force likes the Tejas, but decides against it because it sees the IAF reluctance to back the fighter.'

Why are Korean women destroying their makeup?

Why are Korean women destroying their makeup?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Apart from debunking beauty standards, Escape The Corset also aims to raise awareness on gender equality.

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

In the short run, the Trump presidency has already ensured one thing: The assumptions of the past can no longer guide the strategies of the future, points out Manish Dabhade.

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

Rediff.com27 May 2025

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 61st death anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recalls how India's first prime minister cultivated a unique role for the newly independent country on the world stage.

Masala Entertainment On OTT This Week

Masala Entertainment On OTT This Week

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Action, romance, comedy, it's raining masala entertainment on OTT this week.

Deepika Kumari grabs fifth World Cup archery silver

Deepika Kumari grabs fifth World Cup archery silver

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

India's premier recurve archer Deepika Kumari won her fifth silver medal at the World Cup Final after losing the summit clash 0-6 to China's Li Jiaman, Tlaxcala, Mexico.

India, South Korea ink four pacts

India, South Korea ink four pacts

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

India and South Korea on Monday signed an agreement on transfer of sentenced prisoners and three other pacts and discussed the prospects of cooperation in civil nuclear field amid South Korea's keen interest.

PHOTOS: Vertonghen winner packs off South Korea

PHOTOS: Vertonghen winner packs off South Korea

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Photos of the World Cup game between South Korea and Belgium.

Obama pledges US support for South Korea

Obama pledges US support for South Korea

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

United States President Barack Obama spoke to his South Korean counterpart Lee Myung-bak on Wednesday, renewing Washington's 'unshakeable support' for the country in the wake of a North Korean missile attack that killed two marines. Obama told President Lee that the thoughts and prayers of the American people were with the loved ones of those who were killed or wounded in the attack.The President said North Korea must stop its provocative actions.