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Pandya is very crucial for our team: Dhawan

Pandya is very crucial for our team: Dhawan

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

India opener Shikhar Dhawan said suspended fast-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya is 'crucial' for the team's balance.

Flexible batting line-up didn't work for RCB

Flexible batting line-up didn't work for RCB

Rediff.com12 May 2016

RCB had stressed on flexible batting line-up, which did not click due to the bad start.

Why trade resolutions for 2014 matter a lot

Why trade resolutions for 2014 matter a lot

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The success of the Bali Ministerial meeting of the World Trade Organisation in the first week of December in 2013 will mean that in 2014 countries will identify areas for early conclusion so that within the next two years, the Doha Agenda of the WTO -- which has remained in a limbo for long -- can be concluded.

Job losses: The gig economy is coming

Job losses: The gig economy is coming

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Sudipto Dey discusses the changing nature of jobs with Paul Dupuis, who recently took charge as India head of HR services major Randstad.

Job losses: The gig economy is coming

Job losses: The gig economy is coming

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Sudipto Dey discusses the changing nature of jobs with Paul Dupuis, who recently took charge as India head of HR services major Randstad.

How drones are helping fight against COVID-19

How drones are helping fight against COVID-19

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Drones are being used for carrying out a host of tasks like surveillance to ensure that people are maintaining social distancing, spreading awareness about COVID-19 in densely populated areas, spraying disinfectants and checking people's temperature

A peek into PhonePe's mega expansion plan

A peek into PhonePe's mega expansion plan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

This year, PhonePe is focussed on bringing more partners across categories, including travel, commute, food, hyper-local, retail and entertainment on the platform.

Nippon, Reliance Group launch India funds for Japan investors

Nippon, Reliance Group launch India funds for Japan investors

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

The Prime Minister's visit to Japan reinforces the strategic focus of global partnership between India and Japan.

EcoSport success puts Ford on fast track to SUVs

EcoSport success puts Ford on fast track to SUVs

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

EcoSport accounts for almost 40 per cent of the cumulative one million units sold by Ford in India till date, which is a reason why more than half of its future launches could be SUVs.

Analysts welcome Rail Budget, but frown at missing details

Analysts welcome Rail Budget, but frown at missing details

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

It is a Budget 'high on promises but low on design,' the agency said.

Why this photo irritates the Chinese

Why this photo irritates the Chinese

Rediff.com23 Sep 2017

China sees India and Japan's 'North East Road Network Connectivity Improvement Project' as a challenge to its OBOR, says Rajaram Panda.

Defeat in Delhi will not slow down reforms, assures Jaitley

Defeat in Delhi will not slow down reforms, assures Jaitley

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Jaitley is scheduled to present his first full Budget on February 28.

India to get $35 billion from Japan for infra projects

India to get $35 billion from Japan for infra projects

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

India will get $35 billion from Japan over the next five years for developmental projects, including building of smart cities and next generation infrastructure as also cleaning of the Ganga, as Premier Shinzo Abe on Monday pledged to partner Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "ambitious" vision of inclusive development.

Xiaomi to sell phones in stores to pep up India sales

Xiaomi to sell phones in stores to pep up India sales

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The online strategy cuts down on marketing and distribution costs, allowing Xiaomi to sell feature-rich phones at low prices.

World Bank may lift caps on loans

World Bank may lift caps on loans

Rediff.com13 Aug 2003

Tillerson says US is India's reliable partner, takes dig at China, Pakistan

Tillerson says US is India's reliable partner, takes dig at China, Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Tillerson said China's behaviour and action is "posing a challenge to the rules-based international order".

For AirAsia's Tony Fernandes, Indian sky is out of bounds

For AirAsia's Tony Fernandes, Indian sky is out of bounds

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

With cash shortage and plans going awry, the AirAsia owner is looking to cash out of the venture he built with Ratan Tata in 2013.

India, Thailand to forge close ties in defence, cyber security, economy

India, Thailand to forge close ties in defence, cyber security, economy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Thailand expressed interest in the Indian defence industry and its experience and expertise in the field of defence R&D and production. Modi welcomed Thai investments in India in the potential areas under the 'Make in India' initiative, especially in the manufacturing sector, infrastructure development, tourism and hospitality facilities.

Tata Trusts to invest in socially relevant start-ups

Tata Trusts to invest in socially relevant start-ups

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

The partners intend to invest $2 million annually through the India Innovation Growth Programme for the entrepreneurs to develop technology-based solutions for the betterment of the society

'We have to convert a good start into lasting progress'

'We have to convert a good start into lasting progress'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Text of PM Narendra Modi's press statement after delegation level talks with US President Obama at the Hyderabad House in Delhi.

Coming soon: Lots of desi Netflix, Prime originals

Coming soon: Lots of desi Netflix, Prime originals

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

Netflix and Prime have decided that rather than only buying the rights to Bollywood blockbusters to expand their reach in India, producing original content would be a better idea.

Modi-Trump meet: Why the lack of euphoria is good news

Modi-Trump meet: Why the lack of euphoria is good news

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

We see none of the euphoric build-up customary to India's encounter with US presidents in recent times. This gives Modi wriggle room to work on the much-needed reset of India-US ties.

Titan wants to rule the Indian woman's heart

Titan wants to rule the Indian woman's heart

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Titan's sarees will ride on the parent brand's immense equity and deep penetration to crack open the potential Rs 550 billion market.

World Cup semis: How India, England, Australia, NZ stack up

World Cup semis: How India, England, Australia, NZ stack up

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

India, Australia, England and New Zealand have ridden the wave and reached the final four on the strength of clear plans and outstanding individuals.

Here's why Umesh feels SG Test balls are not ideal

Here's why Umesh feels SG Test balls are not ideal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Speedster Umesh Yadav, on Friday, joined the growing list of Indian players who feel 'SG Test' ball was not ideal, saying the bowlers are unable to run through lower-order when it gets old.

India, US to hold first '2+2 dialogue' on September 6 in Delhi

India, US to hold first '2+2 dialogue' on September 6 in Delhi

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

America had postponed the much-awaited dialogue due to "unavoidable reasons" last month.

Phaneesh Murthy launches health and lifecare venture

Phaneesh Murthy launches health and lifecare venture

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Murthy is launching an online market place for healthcare products.

Opposition set to raise heat as monsoon session begins from Monday

Opposition set to raise heat as monsoon session begins from Monday

Rediff.com16 Jul 2017

The session, which will continue till August 11, is likely to discuss issues like lynching incidents and vigilantism, the Kashmir situation and the border stand-off with China.

India's stature is growing in Chinese eyes

India's stature is growing in Chinese eyes

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

'China's vulnerability on the global stage has given an opening to India to push for its own interests,' notes Harsh V Pant.

Trump's foreign policy mantra: 'Peace through strength'

Trump's foreign policy mantra: 'Peace through strength'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2017

The US foreign policy under President Donald Trump would put "America first" and would be based on the principle of "peace through strength," the White House said today, hinting at massive military expansion under the new administration to maintain "unquestioned" US military dominance.

Canada to supply uranium to India from this year

Canada to supply uranium to India from this year

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Canada will supply uranium to energy-starved India beginning this year over a period of five years, a decision which was termed as a launch of a new era of bilateral cooperation and mutual trust by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Avengers: Infinity War, Hollywood's BIGGEST hit in India?

Avengers: Infinity War, Hollywood's BIGGEST hit in India?

Rediff.com2 May 2018

At Rs 943 million over the first weekend since its release on April 27, the movie has become the second biggest opener of the year (both Bollywood and Hollywood) in India.

Why India is key to Philips' transformation

Why India is key to Philips' transformation

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

India serves as the company's R&D hub as it morphs into a health tech major.

Obama appoints Indian-American DJ Patil as first US chief data scientist

Obama appoints Indian-American DJ Patil as first US chief data scientist

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

Patil will help shape policies and practices to help the US remain a leader in technology and innovation.

Pompeo coming to India with American goodies

Pompeo coming to India with American goodies

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

So, how does Pompeo's check list look like? In a broad sense, he is coming here 'to make sure that we have economic openness'; to ensure that 'we have to deliver'; to understand that 'we have to execute' what we promised to do; and, to 'broach some tough topics', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Explained: Dharavi's COVID-19 Success

Explained: Dharavi's COVID-19 Success

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Prasanna D Zore/Rediff.com reveals how the BMC has contained the spread of COVID-19 in Dharavi, India's largest slum, which WHO wants to know more about.

Obama's India visit signals signing of energy deal

Obama's India visit signals signing of energy deal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Experts hail Obama's India trip as a big step towards signing of imp trade agreements.

Twitter appoints Taranjeet Singh to head India business

Twitter appoints Taranjeet Singh to head India business

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Taranjeet Singh has been appointed the India Business Head of Twitter as the micro blogging site looks to enhance revenues from one of the world's biggest Internet markets.

What can India achieve at the SCO?

What can India achieve at the SCO?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

'Lingering border disputes and fierce geostrategic competition in South Asia between China and India are likely to temper any cooperation Beijing might hope to achieve with New Delhi in the SCO,' says P K Vasudeva.