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What Rs 101.47 Billlion Will Get The Army

What Rs 101.47 Billlion Will Get The Army

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

'A crucial role in bolstering the Indian Army's firepower by enabling precise and long-range strikes.'

Rolls-Royce to Double Sourcing from India in 5 Years

Rolls-Royce to Double Sourcing from India in 5 Years

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Aerospace major Rolls-Royce has announced its intention to double its supply chain sourcing from India over the next five years. The company plans to increase sourcing of complex parts for advanced aerospace engines, naval propulsion systems, diesel engines, and gas turbine engines to grow its presence and participation in India's defense sector. Rolls-Royce currently sources a wide range of high-precision parts and engine components from Indian partners for its civil aerospace, defense, and power systems businesses. The company highlights India's emergence as a preferred global sourcing hub and emphasizes its commitment to strengthening partnerships with both existing and potential Indian suppliers to develop capabilities for manufacturing complex engine components locally for global markets. Rolls-Royce highlights its established ecosystem of strategic partnerships, skilled talent, engineering and digital capabilities, service delivery, supply chain, and manufacturing in India, along with a history of successful technology transfer for licensed production of various engines in the defense domain. The company believes that strengthening the supply chain and enhancing ecosystem capabilities will pave the way for future co-production opportunities, supporting India's vision of becoming a self-reliant defense powerhouse. Rolls-Royce emphasizes its commitment to serving the needs of India's armed forces and its focus on participating in co-development opportunities for critical combat engine technologies.

Israel, Hamas close to seal ceasefire, hostage deal

Israel, Hamas close to seal ceasefire, hostage deal

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Talks in Qatar aimed at reaching a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas are progressing with an Arab source telling The Press Service of Israel on Tuesday there is a 'high likelihood of success'.

Govt warns against new scam targeting potential investors

Govt warns against new scam targeting potential investors

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

A new cyber fraud known as 'pig butchering scam' or 'investment scam' has emerged, targeting unemployed youths, housewives, students, and needy people who are made to lose large sums of money daily, according to the latest annual report of the Union home ministry.

Govt's pace of work tripled in 3rd term: President Murmu

Govt's pace of work tripled in 3rd term: President Murmu

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu addressed both Houses of Parliament, highlighting the government's achievements in various sectors, including economic growth, social welfare, and infrastructure development. She emphasized the government's efforts to lift the economy out of "policy paralysis" and create a more inclusive society. Murmu also acknowledged the challenges posed by digital fraud and cybercrime and stressed the need for a social infrastructure revolution. The President's speech is considered a policy statement, outlining the government's vision and roadmap for the future.

50% of Delhi govt staffers to work from home amid rising air pollution

50% of Delhi govt staffers to work from home amid rising air pollution

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

The Delhi government has ordered half of its staff to work from home, urging private organizations to follow suit as the national capital faces an alarmingly high level of air pollution. The move comes as Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 426 in the "severe" category, with residents reporting health issues. Essential services will continue to operate at full capacity. The government has also advised companies to provide shuttle bus services for employees and suggested that private entities consider shifting office hours to reduce traffic congestion.

What Tech Risks Will the World Face in 2025?

What Tech Risks Will the World Face in 2025?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

While advancements in biotechnology hold immense promise for health and innovation, they also come with significant risks if misused.

L&T Q4 net profit jumps 25% to Rs 5,497 crore, beats Street estimates

L&T Q4 net profit jumps 25% to Rs 5,497 crore, beats Street estimates

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Engineering and construction major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) reported a 25 per cent rise in net profit attributable to the owners of the company for the January-March quarter of 2024-25, owing to higher revenues and an exceptional gain. For the quarter under review, L&T posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 5,497.3 crore, while revenue rose 10.9 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to Rs 74,392.28 crore.

When Your Home Is Destroyed...

When Your Home Is Destroyed...

Rediff.com14 May 2022

Local residents Ludmila Grunicheva and her husband Volodymyr sob near their destroyed home in Komyshuvakha.

HC ruling forces MVA to call off Maha bandh, Uddhav 'doesn't agree'

HC ruling forces MVA to call off Maha bandh, Uddhav 'doesn't agree'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

The Bombay high court on Friday restrained political parties and individuals from proceeding with the Maharashtra bandh scheduled for August 24 or on any future date.

Does Arthritis Affect Young People Like Saina Nehwal?

Does Arthritis Affect Young People Like Saina Nehwal?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Arthritis affects people of all ages, including those in their 20s and 30s, says Dr Prashant Kamble, consultant-orthopedics at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai.

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

In view of the widespread rains and 'red alert' for extremely heavy showers issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for several districts, control rooms are working round the clock to monitor the situation and help stranded people, he said.

Russians Rain Hellfire On Ukraine

Russians Rain Hellfire On Ukraine

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

As Russia's advance on Kyiv has stalled, the Ukrainian capital continues to be bludgeoned by Russian missiles and shellfire.

Mutual funds increase exposure to banking, IT stocks amid outperformance

Mutual funds increase exposure to banking, IT stocks amid outperformance

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The performance of banking and information technology (IT) stocks has had a significant impact on the composition of diversified mutual fund (MF) portfolios. Over the past two months, these sectors have become increasingly dominant, now constituting nearly 30 per cent of the total allocation in many diversified MF portfolios.

Bengal junior doctors call off 'cease work' after 42 days

Bengal junior doctors call off 'cease work' after 42 days

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Ending the logjam persisting for 42 days in the wake of the rape and murder of a young doctor at RG Kar hospital, the agitating medics withdrew the 'cease work' after holding a march to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) office in Salt Lake in Kolkata from the state health department's headquarters, where they had been demonstrating for over a week.

What's India's 'Adaptive Defence' Strategy?

What's India's 'Adaptive Defence' Strategy?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

It's a strategic approach in which the country's military and defence mechanisms evolve continuously in tandem with emerging threats. The new strategy anticipates events and prepares to counter those proactively.

Doctors end strike after SC appeal, but not in Bengal

Doctors end strike after SC appeal, but not in Bengal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

The protests by resident doctors at government hospitals in several states across the country ended on Thursday as major doctors' bodies called off their 11-day strike over the rape-murder of a trainee medic in Kolkata after the Supreme Court made an appeal to them to resume work.

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Shukla says Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma -- the first Indian to travel to space --has been advising him about the space flight.

What If China, America Make Up?

What If China, America Make Up?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Trump spoke approvingly of his recent telephone conversation with Xi Jinping. This could indicate the possibility of America and China reaching some level of tactical accommodation, which would not be good news for India, points out Ambassador Shyam Saran, a former foreign secretary.

Youngsters steal the show for Vidarbha

Youngsters steal the show for Vidarbha

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Vidarbha head coach Usman Ghani lauded the young players for their performances in the team's third Ranji Trophy triumph.

FIEO bets on 5 sectors to drive exports to US under Trump

FIEO bets on 5 sectors to drive exports to US under Trump

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), the apex body for exporters, is formulating a strategy for five key sectors to boost exports to the United States (US), as President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose high tariffs on Chinese goods. "This time, we need to be proactive instead of reactive.

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

While Russia focuses its attack on the east and south of the country, the threat of Russian missile strikes on Kyiv remains.

'May Allah bless them': Indian rescuers win hearts in Myanmar

'May Allah bless them': Indian rescuers win hearts in Myanmar

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Indian rescue personnel are being lauded for their compassion and expertise in assisting with the recovery efforts in earthquake-stricken Mandalay, Myanmar. The story of a Muslim family resisting initial attempts to recover a deceased loved one from the rubble, ultimately accepting the help of Indian rescuers who preserved the dignity of the woman's final posture in prayer, highlights the sensitivity and skill of the Indian team. The NDRF has rescued around 30 bodies and is working tirelessly in different locations, including the historic U Hla Thein monastery and Ganga Ghat Hindu Temple, where many are still missing. The Indian Army has also set up a field hospital, treating over 200 patients, and providing food to earthquake victims.

167 dead in Wayanad landslides, 191 still missing; rescue ops continue

167 dead in Wayanad landslides, 191 still missing; rescue ops continue

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The death toll in the devastating landslides in Kerala's Wayanad district rose to 167 on Wednesday, while 191 were missing even as the rescue teams intensified efforts to find survivors trapped under the debris on the second day of the search operations.

Budget: Can Nirmalaji End The Economic Slowdown?

Budget: Can Nirmalaji End The Economic Slowdown?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The time is ideal for a 'Dream Budget' akin to the 1991 reforms that sparked high growth and unlocked significant gains in productivity, points out Rajeswari Sengupta.

Will Sitharaman's Debt-GDP vs Fiscal Deficit Gamble Pay Off?

Will Sitharaman's Debt-GDP vs Fiscal Deficit Gamble Pay Off?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Using the debt-to-GDP ratio as a fiscal anchor aligns with efforts to promote fiscal transparency through proper disclosure of off-budget borrowings.

Ukraine: How Much More Will Putin Destroy?

Ukraine: How Much More Will Putin Destroy?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Latest glimpses form the Ukrainian warzone.

RIL, L&T, and JSW line up new energy projects for 2025

RIL, L&T, and JSW line up new energy projects for 2025

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Some of India's largest conglomerates are gearing up to either commission or commercially start the first phase of their new energy projects this year, according to company executives and analysts.

BJP claims it has numbers to pass Delhi services ordinance in Parliament

BJP claims it has numbers to pass Delhi services ordinance in Parliament

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party sources asserted on Monday that the ruling party has enough support in Parliament to ensure the passage of a bill on the ordinance on the control of administrative services in Delhi.

Qcom industry may add 150,000 gig workers in 2025

Qcom industry may add 150,000 gig workers in 2025

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Quick commerce (qcom) industry is poised to lead gig workforce hiring in 2025, propelled by a surge in demand for faster deliveries, expansion by existing players, entry of new competitors, and evolving consumer preferences in the post-pandemic era, according to industry experts. The qcom industry currently employs nearly 260,000 people - around 200,000 delivery personnel and 60,000 dark store workers, according to TeamLease Staffing.

400 Days Of War In Ukraine And Counting

400 Days Of War In Ukraine And Counting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Glimpses of 400 days of war in Ukraine.

Netanyahu's Gaza Plan: Trap For Trump?

Netanyahu's Gaza Plan: Trap For Trump?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'Netanyahu lured Trump into a trap by enticing him with a seductive scenario of massive lucrative business in Gaza's reconstruction.' 'Trump's imagination is running riot, completely disconnected from ground realities,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why Are Ukrainians Messaging Russians?

Why Are Ukrainians Messaging Russians?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Messages for Russian troops are posted on shells to be fired by an M777 Ukrainian howitzer.

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Kumbh: 2 crore take Maghi Purnima dip; kalpvasis to return

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Amid heightened security measures, more than two crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam till 6 pm on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

14-year-old Desinghu makes splash with hat-trick of gold!

14-year-old Desinghu makes splash with hat-trick of gold!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

At the brand new Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun, Haryana's Asian Games bronze medallist shooter Ramita Jindal turned in a world class performance to top the qualification round in the women's 10m air rifle event.

Putin's Rage Continues to Burn Kyiv

Putin's Rage Continues to Burn Kyiv

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The Russian missile strikes were in retaliation for the blast on a key bridge in Crimea.

'Social engineering and deepfakes are only going to increase'

'Social engineering and deepfakes are only going to increase'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

'The use of AI, especially genAI is only going to get worse, especially in an enterprise ecosystem.'

Survey outlines how India will benefit from AI

Survey outlines how India will benefit from AI

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

India's demographic advantage and diverse economic landscape position it uniquely to benefit from AI, the Economic Survey for 2024-25 tabled in the Parliament on Friday afternoon asserted. However, achieving these benefits requires significant investments in education and workforce skilling, supported by enabling, insuring, and stewarding institutions, the state of the economy report tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.

Trump Inauguration: Fist Pump, Tight Security

Trump Inauguration: Fist Pump, Tight Security

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Miles of iron anti-scale walls surround the area, with the Secret Service and Metro police patrolling vigilantly. The scene reflects the heightened precautions, likely influenced by the assassination attempt Donald Trump survived last year -- a moment memorialized in a massive hoarding on the Heritage Building along Massachusetts Avenue.

29 killed in Russian strike on residential building in Ukraine

29 killed in Russian strike on residential building in Ukraine

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

The residential building in the town of Chasiv Yar was hit on Saturday evening as Russia ramped up its assault on cities and towns in eastern Ukraine in an attempt to take control over the entire Donbas area.