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India most open to talks on Doha round: Kirk

India most open to talks on Doha round: Kirk

Rediff.com5 Aug 2010

India is most open to dialogue on the Doha round and trade negotiations among all major emerging markets, a top Obama Administration official has told the US lawmakers.

HC quashes closure order against Rohit Pawar's firm

HC quashes closure order against Rohit Pawar's firm

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

A division bench led by Justice Nitin Jamdar said the MPCB order was set aside for being 'disproportionate' and noted the order was passed in a 'hasty manner'.

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

In Dubai, A Ganesh Nadar encountered high speeds on smooth-as-silk-roads, no bureaucracy, gold, Mr Toad's. And snow!

WTO talks in jeopardy: US blames India, China

WTO talks in jeopardy: US blames India, China

Rediff.com28 Jul 2008

The US on Monday blamed India and China for creating hurdles in the ongoing WTO talks here and said Doha trade talks have been thrown into the "gravest jeopardy" by these two countries which are not willing to open their markets for more imports.

Trade war is Trump's bid to halt China's rise

Trade war is Trump's bid to halt China's rise

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Chinese observers believe the Sino-US relationship will be impacted by issues in North Korea, Japan, India, Ukraine and Iran and that conflicts with these 'third parties' will without exception ultimately become conflicts between China and the US, points out former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Digital tax on US companies to go latest by March 2024

Digital tax on US companies to go latest by March 2024

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

New Delhi and Washington have agreed to count the benefits of a global agreement on taxation from the next financial year. However, the benefits would actually accrue once the global pact comes into effect or March 31, 2024, whichever is earlier, in the form of credit.

'US industry reviewing SC decision on Novartis'

'US industry reviewing SC decision on Novartis'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

The US India Business Council expressed its unease over the Supreme Court on denying a patent on Glivec and said that this would impact innovation and investment climate in India as a time when the country needs foreign direct investment the most.

'MP is the most corrupt state in the country'

'MP is the most corrupt state in the country'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

'Its people are either victims of corruption or witnesses to it.'

Remembering The Day JFK Died

Remembering The Day JFK Died

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

November 22, 2023 marks 60 years since US President John F Kennedy's assassination.

Counterfeit goods: A growing problem in India

Counterfeit goods: A growing problem in India

Rediff.com3 May 2010

US watchdog lauds India's IPR efforts, but picks holes in legal framework.

US takes on 'developing countries' on Doha talks

US takes on 'developing countries' on Doha talks

Rediff.com29 May 2008

Accusing a "handful" of "advanced developing countries" of "masking" their "narrow interests" behind claims for speaking for the rest of the developing world, the US said it is concerned the way trade negotiations are moving ahead of crucial talks for concluding Doha round.

No FTA with India for now, says US

No FTA with India for now, says US

Rediff.com21 Feb 2008

US said no to a free trade deal with India as India cannot fully open agricultural imports from American farmers.

India keen on resuming Doha talks

India keen on resuming Doha talks

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

India on Monday emphasised the need for resuming talks on the WTO's stalled Doha Round, stating that the negotiating text for global trade can be the staring point for further talks.

Airlines oppose govt's credit trading proposal

Airlines oppose govt's credit trading proposal

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

The carriers are scoffing at making the life of their competitors 'easier.

Modi in Washington; to receive ceremonial welcome at White House

Modi in Washington; to receive ceremonial welcome at White House

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The prime minister, who is visiting the US at the invitation of President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, will join them for the state banquet along with a number of dignitaries on Thursday.

Indians control 60% of Antwerp's diamond trade

Indians control 60% of Antwerp's diamond trade

Rediff.com9 May 2006

Indian diamond business community in Belgium's Antwerp city has gained control over the trade's main governing body, the Diamond High Council.

CPI-M veteran V S Achuthanandan turns 100

CPI-M veteran V S Achuthanandan turns 100

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Veteran Communist leader and former chief minister V S Achuthanandan, one of the most popular and crowd-puller leaders in the history of the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist in the state, turned 100 on Friday.

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

This American Actress To Perform At Modi's event

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

African American singer and actress Mary Millben, known for her moving rendition of Om Jai Jagadish Hare and Jana Gana Mana, will perform at a diaspora event to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra D Modi in Washington, DC on June 23.

Nehru Place among world's top notorious IT markets

Nehru Place among world's top notorious IT markets

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

Indian capital's famous Nehru Place market has been placed among the top 30 notorious IT markets of the world that deal in goods and services infringing on intellectual property rights, an official US report has said.

More than skin-deep: Nifty Next 50 complexion to get a shade of difference

More than skin-deep: Nifty Next 50 complexion to get a shade of difference

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) Nifty Next 50 Index could undergo large-scale changes if the proposed tweaks to its computation methodology get implemented. In a discussion paper floated recently, NSE Indices, which owns and manages a portfolio of over 350 indices under the Nifty brand, proposed that only stocks that are traded in the futures and options (F&O) segment can be part of the index. Currently, as many as 11 non-F&O stocks are part of the Nifty Next 50 Index, which, as the name suggests, represents the next rung of large and liquid securities after the Nifty50.

Russia, Georgia trade accusations over conflict

Russia, Georgia trade accusations over conflict

Rediff.com9 Aug 2008

Russia and Georgia accused each other of triggering the latest conflict in the breakaway South Ossestia province as the United Nations Security Council's emergency session on the issue failed to come out with a statement seeking ceasefire between the warring sides.

All you wanted to know about Indo-Japan trade

All you wanted to know about Indo-Japan trade

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

We take a look at India's major imports and exports with Japan in recent years.

US not to cut farm subsidies unilaterally

US not to cut farm subsidies unilaterally

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

The United States on Monday ruled out cutting farm subsidies unilaterally, but said it was open to talks on the subject with a view to restarting the Doha Round of negotiations at the World Trade Organisation.

US 'working hard' with India to help grow its economy: Pompeo

US 'working hard' with India to help grow its economy: Pompeo

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Trade tensions between India and the US have been rising with President Donald Trump complaining that tariffs imposed by New Delhi on American products were "no longer acceptable".

US, EU assure India on textile quota

US, EU assure India on textile quota

Rediff.com14 Feb 2003

Who is behind the success of India-US trade ties?

Who is behind the success of India-US trade ties?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

The private sector in India and the United States has succeeded in fostering historic trade relationships between the two largest democracies of the world, a top Obama Administration official said on Thursday.

French Prez Macron to visit Delhi for G20 on Sept 9-10

French Prez Macron to visit Delhi for G20 on Sept 9-10

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Macron's office said the President will travel to Delhi to participate in the G20 Summit on September 9 and 10 following which he will leave for Bangladesh for a bilateral visit.

US wants greater market access

US wants greater market access

Rediff.com3 Sep 2003

Why Everyone Loves Meenakshii

Why Everyone Loves Meenakshii

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Who better can embody the joy of everyday dressing than the Khiladi actress?

US lawmakers, businesses demand Indian trade reforms

US lawmakers, businesses demand Indian trade reforms

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Next week, US Secretary of State John Kerry travels to India for the fourth annual US-India Strategic Dialogue

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Modi embarks on historic US visit, says this before departure

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Modi said this 'special invitation' from President Joseph Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a state visit is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between the democracies.

G20's Delhi declaration sent a 'positive signal': China

G20's Delhi declaration sent a 'positive signal': China

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India on Saturday pulled off a big diplomatic win after the G20 summit held under its presidency adopted a consensus declaration overcoming major differences on the Russia-Ukraine war, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for ending the "global trust deficit".

WTO talks set to gather speed in May

WTO talks set to gather speed in May

Rediff.com21 Mar 2005

India right country at right time to host G20 summit, says Rishi

India right country at right time to host G20 summit, says Rishi

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Emphasising that various issues are on agenda at the G20 under India's leadership.

Kamal Nath meets US envoy over agri subsidies

Kamal Nath meets US envoy over agri subsidies

Rediff.com9 May 2008

Union Commerce Minister Kamal Nath met US trade representative Susan Schwab in New York on Thursday evening. He said the meeting led to 'much more convergence' between the two countries than last year on the feisty issues relating to the WTO negotiations. The minister arrived in New York to release his book 'India's Century' and to meet Schwab in yet another bid to achieve a breakthrough on the issue of agriculture subsidies that are at the core of WTO negotiations.

Silver up sharply as ratio trading picks up pace

Silver up sharply as ratio trading picks up pace

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

Ratio trading in gold and silver prices is a trading tool.

Mango shipment to leave for America

Mango shipment to leave for America

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

Indian mangoes are all set to be shipped to the American market in the next few days after the United States decided to allow import of the delicious fruit.

Chinese foreign minister likely to hold 1st meeting with Jaishankar

Chinese foreign minister likely to hold 1st meeting with Jaishankar

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India to attend the meeting of G20 foreign ministers on March 2, during which he is expected to hold his first bilateral meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

WTO: India, US to narrow differences

WTO: India, US to narrow differences

Rediff.com3 Jun 2009

Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma will meet new US Trade Representative Ron Kirk at Bali in Indonesia on June 6-7, on the sidelines of the meeting of the Cairns Group of farm product-exporting countries. The two countries have serious differences on the level of protection that can be given to farmers as and when the global market for farm products is opened up. India has argued all along that it cannot compromise on food security and livelihood concerns.

Disappointed, but...: Biden on Xi skipping G20 summit

Disappointed, but...: Biden on Xi skipping G20 summit

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

India is awaiting a written confirmation from China on President Xi's participation in the G20 Leaders Summit, Muktesh Pardeshi, Special Secretary for G20, said on Friday.