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Insurance for all should become a reality

Insurance for all should become a reality

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

The Insurance penetration in India is very low at 3.9 per cent.

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Star Trek is middle-aged and a bit tired but it's definitely here to stay, feels Shuma Raha.

Why Jet Airways has hit an air pocket

Why Jet Airways has hit an air pocket

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Old-timers say Jet boss Naresh Goyal, although still razor sharp, doesn't have the same energy he once did and this reflects in his 'baby'.

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, allegations have been made that the Muslim militants in Sri Lanka draw sustenance from India. An overarching impression is being created that the ISIS is gaining ground in India, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Can Snapdeal become India's Alibaba?

Can Snapdeal become India's Alibaba?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

The 24-hour delivery offer applies only to select postal codes and is not available across the country.

Low-cost onward journey key to flydubai

Low-cost onward journey key to flydubai

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

But its sales pitch will remain muted till India opens up more seats on the route

Why Google won't open data centre in India

Why Google won't open data centre in India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

Google Inc opened its first two data centres in Asia on Wednesday to cater to the world's fastest growing consumer technology markets, but the company has no plans to open one in China or India.

PM invites Russia to set up defence industrial park in India

PM invites Russia to set up defence industrial park in India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

"We are committed to building a new India. We have to do this as early as possible," he said.

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Still unsure about where you want to travel during the long Diwali weekend? We'll help you out.

Mass switch to JioPhone may hit Samsung, others

Mass switch to JioPhone may hit Samsung, others

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Samsung makes the largest number of non-4G feature phones in India

'India will face unprecedented attacks before polls'

'India will face unprecedented attacks before polls'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

'Definitely, they are going to attempt this, not only in Kashmir but elsewhere, maybe in the Jammu area and beyond.' 'They would want to expand the battle space and the conflict area.'

Reading India's OBOR boycott right

Reading India's OBOR boycott right

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

We must see New Delhi's position as a signal of competition to the Chinese grand design for the 21st century world, says Nitin Pai.

The BEST role you like Dhoni in. Vote!

The BEST role you like Dhoni in. Vote!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

When not playing cricket, Dhoni wears many hats apart from being a batsman, wicketkeeper and sometimes a bowler.

HK allows US whistleblower Edward Snowden to flee

HK allows US whistleblower Edward Snowden to flee

Rediff.com23 Jun 2013

Edward Snowden, a former private contractor with the Central Intelligence Agencywho leaked the controversial United States secret surveillance programme, on Sunday made fresh claims about America's cyber espionage against China, including intensive hacking attacks on a top university in Beijing.

Volvo V90 Cross Country makes for a very tempting package

Volvo V90 Cross Country makes for a very tempting package

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The third Cross Country model for India, the V90 Cross Country is based on the S90 sedan and promises to offer the best of two different worlds - sedan (S90) and SUV (XC90).

At 50, this CEO decided it was time to try a new career

At 50, this CEO decided it was time to try a new career

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Heading Crisil would have been the peak of most people's professional lives. But Roopa Kudva felt that was the right time to change tracks.

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The Swadeshi Jagaran Manch has pointed out that these firms pose a threat to domestic manufacturing and retailing as they do not pay relevant taxes such as GST, giving them a huge edge over local players.

At Science Congress, PM preaches Five-E concept to scientists

At Science Congress, PM preaches Five-E concept to scientists

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday told scientists that the government would make it easier to do scientific research in the country and asked them to keep the five principles of economy, environment, energy, empathy, equity at the centre of enquiry and engineering.

Warriors of the fake news era

Warriors of the fake news era

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

'It all runs on sugar-coated lies. If I like something, I will want to believe it.'

Bullet trains and more: Modi, Abe's big plans

Bullet trains and more: Modi, Abe's big plans

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

'Modi and Abe are working seriously for India-Japan bonhomie to grow stronger.' 'It is a win-win situation for both countries and the future look promising,' says Rajaram Panda, the Indian Council for Cultural Relations India Chair Visiting Professor at Reitaku University, Japan.

Can cyber criminals loot your money?

Can cyber criminals loot your money?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Citizens won't have faith in Digital India if their hard-earned money is looted by cyber criminals and cyber fraudsters from banks.

FULL TEXT of PM Modi's I-Day address

FULL TEXT of PM Modi's I-Day address

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Following is the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 73rd Independence Day.

India asks Africa to pitch for UNSC reforms; announces $10 billion loan

India asks Africa to pitch for UNSC reforms; announces $10 billion loan

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong pitch for deeper ties in key areas of counter-terrorism, climate change and UN reforms.

'Entrepreneurs not only shape but create the future'

'Entrepreneurs not only shape but create the future'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

Five inspiring women who travelled thousands of miles to Hyderabad recently to grow their business and skills share their tales of global entrepreneurship. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel listened in.

Verizon poised for historic $130 billion Vodafone deal

Verizon poised for historic $130 billion Vodafone deal

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

The move to sell the jewel in Vodafone's crown closes a heady expansionist chapter for one of Britain's most famous companies

In India, where no-frills cars rule, Toyota bets on premium models

In India, where no-frills cars rule, Toyota bets on premium models

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Toyota Motor Corp is betting on pricier premium models offering better safety and quality.

3 troublesome twins that will rock economy in 2018

3 troublesome twins that will rock economy in 2018

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

The trio, 'twin shocks' of demonetisation and GST, 'twin balance sheet' problem that has been weakening India's banking system and the 'twin deficit' problem will continue to challenge economic management and performance in the year ahead, says Shankar Acharya.

Getting ready for Daku Ranbir

Getting ready for Daku Ranbir

Rediff.com16 May 2018

Ranbir's daku aspirations, Alia's magical transformation, Aishwarya's mommy love and more in Sukanya Verma's Super Filmi Week.

CEO explains why Cognizant has an ambitious growth target

CEO explains why Cognizant has an ambitious growth target

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

The digital opportunity is not just tech opportunity, but an opportunity to reinvent client business model.

Sports Shorts: Semenya athletics drama angers South Africa

Sports Shorts: Semenya athletics drama angers South Africa

Rediff.com4 May 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

'Parmeshwar was a dynamo and a doer'

'Parmeshwar was a dynamo and a doer'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Laughter was a component of Parmeshar Godrej's large-hearted Punjabi spirit, recalls Sunil Sethi.

How Suresh Prabhu could've avoided the roll-back road

How Suresh Prabhu could've avoided the roll-back road

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

What the railways need to do is to establish a clear link between higher fares and better service, says T N Ninan.

Mukarram Khalid, the man who made Gaana.com dance

Mukarram Khalid, the man who made Gaana.com dance

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

The 25-year-old telecom engineer from Lahore says his employer had 'no idea' of his secret cyber life and his recent exploits.

India's boycott of OBOR an unusual display of spine

India's boycott of OBOR an unusual display of spine

Rediff.com31 May 2017

The decision to not attend the forum attended by 28 heads of state and 130 national delegations is a clear break from its usual policy of going along with the crowd.

7 key points in Trump's maiden speech to Congress

7 key points in Trump's maiden speech to Congress

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

From reiterating his commitment to build the border wall to protecting the American way of life from terrorist threats, President Donald Trump outlined his vision for the United States of America

Football Extras: Mourinho to get his own TV show in Russia

Football Extras: Mourinho to get his own TV show in Russia

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Facebook smashes analyst targets but executive comments spook Street

Facebook smashes analyst targets but executive comments spook Street

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Shares of the world's No. 1 online social network soared as much as 15 per cent in extended trading before suddenly falling to $47.40, down 3 per cent from its $49.10 close.

Should the US mediate in the India-Pakistan dispute?

Should the US mediate in the India-Pakistan dispute?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Any settlement with Pakistan won't last unless it comes with big power guarantees, says Shekhar Gupta.

With $22.7 billion in his kitty, Mukesh Ambani is India's richest

With $22.7 billion in his kitty, Mukesh Ambani is India's richest

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The combined networth of India's 100 wealthiest is $381 billion (nearly Rs 25.5 lakh crore), a rise of 10 per cent from $ 345 billion in 2015

How the super rich stash money abroad

How the super rich stash money abroad

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

'Tax dodging through tax havens is one of the ways multinational corporations and the super-rich in India are using to evade taxes.'