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PHOTOS: Clinical Australia down Ireland to keep semis hopes alive

PHOTOS: Clinical Australia down Ireland to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Australia and Ireland in Brisbane on Monday.

Jaishankar doesn't understand China threat: Rahul Gandhi in London

Jaishankar doesn't understand China threat: Rahul Gandhi in London

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

The Wayanad MP also said that he supports Indian foreign policy and doesn't have a huge disagreement with it with regard to India's position on the Russia-Ukraine war.

'You don't come halfway around the world just to win a semi-final'

'You don't come halfway around the world just to win a semi-final'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

'I'm personally, and we as a team, are not getting ahead of ourselves'

India faces 'very significant challenges' from China: US

India faces 'very significant challenges' from China: US

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

The Chinese coercion and aggression spans the globe, but it is most acute in the Indo-Pacific, it said.

India Must Play Lead Role For Peace In Ukraine

India Must Play Lead Role For Peace In Ukraine

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

We have already suffered considerable collateral damage as a result of the war, and its continuance will continue to dampen our prospects for faster economic growth. We have a direct and legitimate interest in its early cessation, counsels former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Meet C Vijayakumar, Shiv Nadar's successor at HCL Tech

Meet C Vijayakumar, Shiv Nadar's successor at HCL Tech

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

C Vijayakumar, the reticent chief executive of HCL Technologies, India's third-largest IT services firm, was recently appointed managing director, succeeding the founder, Shiv Nadar. Back in October 2016, when CVK, as he is popularly called within and outside of HCL, was named CEO, it had been somewhat of a surprise - his elevation being the result of his predecessor, Anant Gupta, suddenly stepping down to "pursue personal interests". CVK, 53, has since taken the firm from under $7 billion to over $10 billion in revenue.

Women's WC: What India need to do to qualify for semis

Women's WC: What India need to do to qualify for semis

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

India will go all out to brush off an inconsistent run and seal a semifinal berth in the Women's World Cup

How Russell paced his onslaught against Punjab Kings

How Russell paced his onslaught against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Russell scored an unbeaten 70 off 31 balls and what looked like a tricky chase

PM speaks to US VP Kamala Harris over vaccine supplies to India

PM speaks to US VP Kamala Harris over vaccine supplies to India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

In a series of tweets, Modi said he also thanked Harris for all the support and solidarity from the US government, businesses and the Indian diaspora.

Shooter Heena slams chief pistol coach

Shooter Heena slams chief pistol coach

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

'I did work with him for few a days because my Federation asked me, saying 'just give him a chance and see if it works for you'. But it was sort of miserable. I don't want to work with him. I don't find him competent enough'

Top Performer: Rahul, The Super Giant

Top Performer: Rahul, The Super Giant

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Rahul started off slow, played good cricketing shots, built good partnerships along the way and then went on the offensive in the closing stages

Won't renounce use of force to unify Taiwan: Xi at CPC

Won't renounce use of force to unify Taiwan: Xi at CPC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Taiwan considers itself a sovereign state -- but China views the self-ruled island as a breakaway province. Beijing has not ruled out the possible use of force to achieve unification.

China, Russia to be the focus of Quad deliberations

China, Russia to be the focus of Quad deliberations

Rediff.com23 May 2022

The leaders of the Quad comprising India, the United States, Australia and Japan are set to demonstrate that the grouping is a 'force for global good' and has a unifying commitment to a rules-based international order amid China's increasingly intimidatory behaviour.

Byju's COO Mrinal Mohit may head India ops as Raveendran focuses on global

Byju's COO Mrinal Mohit may head India ops as Raveendran focuses on global

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Byju's is set to promote its chief operating officer (COO) Mrinal Mohit to a bigger role, including leading the India operations, according to people familiar with the matter. This is because Byju Raveendran, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of the edtech giant - which is valued at $22 billion - is planning to focus on global expansion and acquisitions. Among the global regions, Raveendran may look at markets such as the US and the Middle East.

Ranji quarters: Karnataka, Bengal, MP in driver's seat

Ranji quarters: Karnataka, Bengal, MP in driver's seat

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

A summary of Ranji Trophy matches played on Thursday.

Chips: Can India Be A World Leader?

Chips: Can India Be A World Leader?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Is self-reliance the right approach in a mega-buck game, or better to be part of a network? asks T N Ninan.

Next-gen techs, services to lead IT sector growth: Wipro

Next-gen techs, services to lead IT sector growth: Wipro

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

IT industry's growth will largely be led by next-generation technologies and services with areas like data, cloud and cybersecurity expected to see huge incremental growth, Wipro CEO Theirry Delaporte said. Wipro has also closed several acquisitions in the second half of FY21 across key markets like the US and Europe, which has helped the Bengaluru-based company strengthen its local presence and service offerings, he said in his note in the company's FY2020-21 annual report. "We know that industry growth will largely be led by next-generation technologies and services. "We can therefore expect to see huge incremental growth in areas such as digital, cloud, data, engineering, cybersecurity.

Wipro Ventures plans to invest $150 million in tech start-ups

Wipro Ventures plans to invest $150 million in tech start-ups

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Wipro Ventures is currently managed by Biplab Adhya and Venu Pemmaraju and has so far invested in 16 early to mid-stage start-ups. While 11 of these start-ups are in the US, four are in lsrael and one in lndia.

Start Financial Planning for Retirement

Start Financial Planning for Retirement

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Those who have crossed 50 must show the greatest urgency. They need to achieve a corpus that can sustain them and their spouses for at least 25-30 years after retirement.

It would be foolish to change our approach: Bavuma

It would be foolish to change our approach: Bavuma

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

South Africa's openers have struggled and the skipper said losing Quinton de Kock to injury has affected the team.

US to invest $150 million to train H-1B One Workforce

US to invest $150 million to train H-1B One Workforce

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

In sectors like IT, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and transportation, the H-1B One Workforce grant programme would be used to upskill the present workforce and train a new generation of workers.

Transition from U19 to senior team is toughest phase

Transition from U19 to senior team is toughest phase

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

To progress from U-19 to first-class level, we need to put in double effort: India U19 captain Dhull

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Aditya Birla group to take over Reebok's India operations

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

In a major expansion into sportswear and lifestyle wear segment, the Kumar Mangalam Birla-led Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail has signed a long-term licensing agreement with Authentic Brand Group of New York, which has the marketing and branding rights of Reebok, to run the operations of the global sportswear, athletic and lifestyle major in the country and ASEAN markets. The new agreement between the largest domestic multi-brand fashion retailer and Authentic Brand is an extension of their existing relationship as ABFRL already markets and sells some ABG brands like Forever 21. The agreement follows the global transfer of ownership of the Reebok brand from Adidas to ABG, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2022.

'Omitting Shami, Ashwin is like a death wish'

'Omitting Shami, Ashwin is like a death wish'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan on Thursday termed the non-selection of off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin in the Indian lineup as "madness". "The non selection of @ashwinravi99 has to be greatest NON selection we have ever witnessed across 4 Tests in the UK !!! 413 Test wickets & 5 Test 100s !!!! #ENGvIND Madness," tweeted Vaughan.

Infosys Q3 net profit up 16.6% to Rs 5,197 crore

Infosys Q3 net profit up 16.6% to Rs 5,197 crore

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

The country's second-largest IT services firm Infosys on Wednesday reported a 16.6 per cent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 5,197 crore for the December 2020 quarter. The company had posted a net profit (after minority interest) of Rs 4,457 crore in the year-ago period, Infosys said in a regulatory filing. Its revenue grew 12.3 per cent to Rs 25,927 crore in the quarter under review from Rs 23,092 crore in the corresponding period last fiscal.

Mutual Funds' Rs 100 Trillion Opportunity

Mutual Funds' Rs 100 Trillion Opportunity

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Despite strong AUM growth, MFs lag behind other popular investment avenues. MFs received only 6 per cent of total household savings in 2021-2022.

Lenovo on expansion spree in India

Lenovo on expansion spree in India

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Tech major Lenovo on Thursday said it is significantly ramping up its local manufacturing capabilities in India across product categories like PCs, notebooks and smartphones to meet the increasing customer demand. While the company did not disclose the investment being made, Lenovo said it is expanding in India across all business lines, including PC and smart devices, smart phones, infrastructure solutions, and especially in the newly established services and solutions group. Lenovo has expanded its in-house PC manufacturing plant in Puducherry to include a third manufacturing line, while it has started local manufacturing of its tablet computers in partnership with Wingtech Technology in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.

Microsoft partners Invest India to support tech startups

Microsoft partners Invest India to support tech startups

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Microsoft India on Tuesday said it has collaborated with Invest India to support tech startups in the country. As part of the partnership, the Microsoft for Startups programme will work closely with Accelerating Growth of New India's Innovations (AGNIi Mission) - a programme of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, a statement said. Housed and executed by Invest India, AGNIi Mission helps startups become enterprise-ready.

Hyundai, Kia to invest $300 mn in Ola for EVs

Hyundai, Kia to invest $300 mn in Ola for EVs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

The three companies - Ola, Hyundai and Kia - will co-create solutions to operate and manage fleet vehicles.

Quad is 'not just a passing fad, we mean business': Biden

Quad is 'not just a passing fad, we mean business': Biden

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Biden welcomed Prime Minister Modi at the Summit and said "it is wonderful to see you again in person".

Rajasthan Royals acquire Barbados CPL franchise

Rajasthan Royals acquire Barbados CPL franchise

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

The owners of Rajasthan Royals have acquired a majority stake in CPL team Barbados Tridents, becoming the third IPL franchise to be associated with the Caribbean Premier League T20 tournament after Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings.

Top Performer: Dazzling DK!

Top Performer: Dazzling DK!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

That the eventual margin of victory was a mere 16 runs tells one exactly how crucial Karthik's innings was in the overall outcome.

Amazon to end JV with Murthy's Catamaran Ventures from May 2022

Amazon to end JV with Murthy's Catamaran Ventures from May 2022

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

E-commerce giant Amazon and Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy's Catamaran Ventures have "mutually decided" to not continue their joint venture (JV) beyond the end of its current term. The JV, Prione Business Services, which has been running successfully for the past seven years, was coming up for renewal on May 19, 2022. The JV enabled over 300,000 sellers and entrepreneurs to go online. It also enabled 4 million merchants with digital payment capabilities, providing these small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and merchants access to millions of customers across the country.

Maruti, Bajaj Auto clock highest-ever exports in FY22

Maruti, Bajaj Auto clock highest-ever exports in FY22

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Overseas shipments at auto firms expanded at a brisk pace year-on-year (YoY) in March, bumping up the overall annual exports for FY22 and taking it to a record level for some like Maruti Suzuki India and Bajaj Auto. Amid a semiconductor shortage, a depreciating rupee and a strong demand in various export destinations, passenger vehicle makers diverted capacity meant for the local market in favour of the more-lucrative export market. Among the passenger vehicle makers, market leader Maruti Suzuki led the rally with its overseas shipments touching a record level of 238,376 units in FY22 - the highest for the company in any financial year.

Jaishankar holds talks with US Secretary of State Pompeo in Tokyo

Jaishankar holds talks with US Secretary of State Pompeo in Tokyo

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

The meeting between Jaishankar and Pompeo comes at a time both India and the US are at loggerheads with China.

SRK-owned Knight Riders invest in USA T20 League

SRK-owned Knight Riders invest in USA T20 League

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's Knight Riders Group, on Tuesday, announced their foray into the untapped US cricket market investing in development of Major League Cricket with a multi-million dollar T20 tournament.

England on back foot after horror Ashes start

England on back foot after horror Ashes start

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Joe Root's decision to bat backfired on England, who were bowled out for just 147 on a rain-hit first day.

8 Legal Errors Entrepreneurs Must Avoid

8 Legal Errors Entrepreneurs Must Avoid

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

These mistakes can turn out very expensive and not just in terms of your finances, but also in the time it will take to resort to the conflict at hand. Having a legal hand can save you from any unforeseen troubles, alerts Harshit Malik, entrepreneur, wisdom coach and enrichment guide.

How HDFC Bank plans to regain lost market in credir cards

How HDFC Bank plans to regain lost market in credir cards

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

HDFC Bank on Monday said it aims to regain the two per cent market share in the credit card market it ceded to rivals during a recent ban, within a year by aggressively tapping into its existing depositor base. The bank will also focus on forging new partnerships to sell more cards and will not deviate from its conservative approach on taking credit risks as it goes aggressive in the market, its group head for payments and consumer finance, digital banking and IT, Parag Rao, told reporters. On August 17, RBI lifted the ban on HDFC Bank which had prevented it from issuing new credit cards from December 2020.