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Mittal sets up research institute in China

Mittal sets up research institute in China

Rediff.com19 Oct 2005

The world's largest steel maker, Mittal Steel Company, has made a long-term commitment to China by setting up a research institute for metals in central Hunan province.

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

A collection of oddball, amazing moments from the world!

ISL expanded to 10 teams, Bengaluru FC one of them

ISL expanded to 10 teams, Bengaluru FC one of them

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The Indian Super League will be expanded to 10 teams this season with the organisers on Monday announcing two more franchises after a bidding process, with Bengaluru FC set to ply in the three-year-old ISL by leaving I-League.

Cut gas from non-priority areas for retail needs: Govt to Gail

Cut gas from non-priority areas for retail needs: Govt to Gail

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

The Petroleum Ministry in an order on Wednesday said it has revised guidelines for allocation/supply of domestic natural gas to city gas distribution entities for CNG and piped cooking gas sector.

Explosion rocks busy NYC neighbourhood; injures 29

Explosion rocks busy NYC neighbourhood; injures 29

Rediff.com18 Sep 2016

As many as 29 people have been injured in an explosion that rocked New York's busy and upscale neighbourhood also frequented by tourists, authorities said about the "intentional act", hours before world leaders arrive in the city for the high-level UN General Assembly session.

Eid celebrations at Delhi's Jama Masjid

Eid celebrations at Delhi's Jama Masjid

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

It is about prayers and piety, but also about food and festivity.

Govt dept wants home ministry to allow limited activity in select sectors

Govt dept wants home ministry to allow limited activity in select sectors

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

The department for promotion of industry and internal trade (DPIIT) has suggested to the home ministry to allow limited activity in certain sectors such as heavy electricals and telecom equipment with reasonable safeguards. In a letter to Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla, the department said that these activities are essential to improve the economic situation and provide liquidity in the hands of the people.

Ask Ajit: 'Sold shares in panic. What to do now?'

Ask Ajit: 'Sold shares in panic. What to do now?'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

The watch dogs that didn't bark for IL&FS

The watch dogs that didn't bark for IL&FS

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Did men and women of redoubtable experience and public service, upholders of the country's steel frame and paragons of corporate governance, never smell a rat?

Cleared of doping, Chanu demands answers and compensation

Cleared of doping, Chanu demands answers and compensation

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The International Weightlifting Federation dropped the doping charge against Indian weightlifter K Sanjita Chanu due to "non-conformities" in the handling of her sample but the Commonwealth Games gold-medallist has demanded an apology and compensation for the "trauma" she has endured. The IWF made the decision based on the recommendation of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The 26-year-old, who claimed innocence since the beginning, was informed about the final verdict via an e-mail, signed by IWF's legal counsel Lilla Sagi.

Another IT hub emerges in Andhra

Another IT hub emerges in Andhra

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

It is located on the Visakhapatnam-Vizianagaram stretch of N-5, around 16 km from Visakhapatnam city.

This Indian scientist turns e-waste into valuable materials

This Indian scientist turns e-waste into valuable materials

Rediff.com22 Apr 2018

Mumbai-born Veena Sahajwalla has developed a microfactory in Australia to upcycle electronic waste.

Can India win an Olympic Medal in Climbing?

Can India win an Olympic Medal in Climbing?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

While sport climbing made its debut in the Olympics only this year, it has had a popular home in India for many years now.

Tokyo Olympics: Important Moment for India

Tokyo Olympics: Important Moment for India

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

Tokyo should remain the benchmark and source of inspiration till at least Paris 2024. In the shorter run, India's preparations for the Asian and Commonwealth Games next year must begin based on lessons learnt now, asserts Raj Kishore Mishra, former joint secretary at the sports ministry.

England's Stokes dropped out of fourth ODI after arrest in Bristol

England's Stokes dropped out of fourth ODI after arrest in Bristol

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

England all-rounder Ben Stokes was arrested early on Monday after an incident in Bristol and will miss the fourth one-day international against West Indies, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said.

Elite CISF commandos to guard Tata campus in Odisha

Elite CISF commandos to guard Tata campus in Odisha

Rediff.com6 Dec 2015

A squad of about 300 special Central Industrial Security Force commandos has taken over the security of a large Tata Steel manufacturing facility in coastal Odisha, making it the 7th private sector concern in the country to get armed cover by the paramilitary force to ward off terror threats.

The rise & fall & rise again of statistics

The rise & fall & rise again of statistics

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Ajit Balakrishnan on the surprising drivers of mathematical innovation.

EPL: Guardiola responds after Mourinho blames ref for United's loss

EPL: Guardiola responds after Mourinho blames ref for United's loss

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

'Last season it was the same -- we won here and it was the referee. Today as well'

Dhanteras 2020: Gold, silver sales down up to 35%

Dhanteras 2020: Gold, silver sales down up to 35%

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

The second day of pre-Diwali Dhanteras witnessed a tepid response from shoppers on Friday as gold and silver sales have likely to be fallen by up to 35 per cent year-on-year due to high prices and COVID-19 induced financial distress, although consumers moved to online buying to make most of the festival, jewellers said. The buying was heavily restricted to light weight jewellery, coins and precious stones due to lower purchasing power and high gold rates, they said. Due to the fear of coronavirus infection, many customers who had booked in advance were taking delivery of wedding orders on Friday, while some were seen buying safely through online brands like Tanishq and Melorra.

India sets up seaside 'village' to nurture software start-ups

India sets up seaside 'village' to nurture software start-ups

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Even three decades after Infosys, India's second-largest software service provider, was founded by middle-class engineers, the country has failed to create an enabling environment for first-generation entrepreneurs.

US formally exits Paris climate deal

US formally exits Paris climate deal

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

President Trump originally announced his intention to withdraw from the agreement in 2017 and formally notified the United Nations last year. The US exited the pact after a mandatory year-long waiting period that ended on Wednesday.

Help wanted: $1 trillion stimulus

Help wanted: $1 trillion stimulus

Rediff.com18 Dec 2008

The US economy is in danger of sliding further into recession and taking down finances of towns and cities with it.

Jindal wraps up Bolivian deal

Jindal wraps up Bolivian deal

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Manchester Utd thrash Everton, Arsenal hold Chelsea goalless

Manchester Utd thrash Everton, Arsenal hold Chelsea goalless

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Antonio Valencia's early thunderbolt put Manchester United en route to a 4-0 Premier League victory over Everton on Sunday, but they needed a flurry of late goals to finally subdue their unfortunate visitors.

Stocks you must buy, hold or exit

Stocks you must buy, hold or exit

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries:

Japan remembers Hiroshima on 71st anniversary of atomic bombing

Japan remembers Hiroshima on 71st anniversary of atomic bombing

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

During the solemn ceremony, Hiroshima mayor Kazumi Matsui recalled the visit by Obama in his peace declaration, citing the president's historic speech.

Check out the TOP 5 football transfers for 2016-17 season

Check out the TOP 5 football transfers for 2016-17 season

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

Fees paid by Premier League clubs passed one billion pounds for the first time, according to financial analysts Deloitte. That was inflated by the world record 89 million pounds ($115.98 million) that Manchester United paid Juventus for France midfielder Paul Pogba.

Venezuela: Before the Implosion

Venezuela: Before the Implosion

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

As Venezuelans continue to flee the starvation, crime and the horrific inflation that continues to mark the worst crisis it has ever faced, Radha Biswas looks back at a devastated country she continues to love deeply.

The new avatar of Vizag

The new avatar of Vizag

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

We examine real estate development in Visakhapatnam and find that the city is rejoicing in its new avatar.

Chaos in Delhi as farmers' tractor parade turns violent, 1 dead

Chaos in Delhi as farmers' tractor parade turns violent, 1 dead

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The farmers' tractor rally - Kisaan Parade - against the farm laws was expected to be held after 12 pm. However, huge crowds gathered on the borders at around 8 am.

India Inc on land buying spree

India Inc on land buying spree

Rediff.com5 Apr 2006

Mumbai: The mother of all trials to begin today

Mumbai: The mother of all trials to begin today

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

The much-awaited trial in the 26/11 terror attack case is all set to begin in Mumbai today amid high security in a special bomb-proof court inside the city's largest prison.

Mean machines: Obama's 'Beast's vs Modi's BMW

Mean machines: Obama's 'Beast's vs Modi's BMW

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

When Barack Obama lands in Delhi for the Republic Day celebrations, he will be taken along the city's prime esplanade in a vehicle fitted with a special night-vision system, tear gas cannons, steel wheels, a blood bank holding the president's blood type and its own oxygen supply. Obama's Cadillac limousine, or the 'Beast', as the US Secret Service likes to call it, will be used to ferry him during the course of his visit to India. Obama's, however, is not the only fortress on wheels that will trundle down Rajpath. Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels in a BMW 7-Series 760Li Security Edition Here is a comparison between Obama's Cadillac and Modi's BMW

L N Mittal is London's richest man

L N Mittal is London's richest man

Rediff.com24 Nov 2006

The city of London is the "unchallenged magnet" for the world's billionaires and home to 23 richest people, including NRI steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal.

How Pep announcement made Pellegrini's life difficult...

How Pep announcement made Pellegrini's life difficult...

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Manuel Pellegrini aimed what felt like a surprise parting shot at Manchester City on Sunday by saying his life had been made difficult by the club's decision to announce in February that Pep Guardiola would take over as manager next season.

EPL PIX: Liverpool move closer to title; United in top-four hunt

EPL PIX: Liverpool move closer to title; United in top-four hunt

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday.

EPL PIX: Newcastle stun Spurs; Giroud hat-trick lifts Arsenal

EPL PIX: Newcastle stun Spurs; Giroud hat-trick lifts Arsenal

Rediff.com15 May 2016

Tottenham Hotspur fluffed their last-day lines with a 5-1 defeat at relegated, 10-man Newcastle United that left them third in the Premier League behind bitter north London rivals Arsenal.

8 injured in grenade blast in Kashmir's Shopian

8 injured in grenade blast in Kashmir's Shopian

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Eight persons were injured in a powerful hand grenade blast outside a mosque in south Kashmir's Shopian district on Thursday morning.

Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.