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Must deal with radicalisation in Afghanistan: Modi to SCO

Must deal with radicalisation in Afghanistan: Modi to SCO

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for developing a template by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to effectively deal with the challenges of extremism and radicalisation.

On UN's 75th anniversary, Modi calls for reformed multilateralism

On UN's 75th anniversary, Modi calls for reformed multilateralism

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

As the UN marks 75 years of its existence, the 193-member UN General Assembly adopted a forward-looking political declaration that gave a clarion call for strengthening mechanism to combat terrorism, reformed multilateralism, inclusive development and better preparedness to deal with challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.

US presidential elections headed for a tight finish: Polls

US presidential elections headed for a tight finish: Polls

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Biden's lead has shrunk over the last few days, as Trump and his family have virtually carpet bombed the key battle ground states, including as many as 15 rallies by the president.

Bringing down Blue Whale won't be easy

Bringing down Blue Whale won't be easy

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

'Its 'curators' invite you through peer-to-peer networks (social media sites), and peer-to-peer networks mean there's no centralised authority to destroy,' says Ashish Sharma.

Coming soon: New Nokia 3310 for Rs 3500

Coming soon: New Nokia 3310 for Rs 3500

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

"All the products that we have announced -- Nokia 3310, Nokia 6, Nokia 5 and Nokia 3 -- will be available in the second quarter of this year in India. Average global selling price for Nokia 3310 is 49 euros," HMD Global Oy Chief Marketing Officer Pekka Rantala said.

Why are govts out to de-fang FAANG?

Why are govts out to de-fang FAANG?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

So far, there seems to be limited debate about their activities in India, where virtually all FAANG companies have teamed up in different ways with India's most powerful businessman, observes T N Ninan.

Rahul, Marx, Dhinchak Pooja

Rahul, Marx, Dhinchak Pooja

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

In a landscape dominated by social media, everything begins to matter less for what it is than for how many likes or re-tweets it can generate.

Can digital India create more jobs than it destroys?

Can digital India create more jobs than it destroys?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

New models of skilling will provide both jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities to inspire recipients to capture the jobs or entrepreneurial opportunities they seek and provide them the agency to stay on and improve on their skills on the job, says Ganesh Natarajan.

Modi Isn't A Speaker Who Enjoys The Unpredictable

Modi Isn't A Speaker Who Enjoys The Unpredictable

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

He appears to prefer controlled environments and secure, guided outcomes. In this format, he seems to be at home across scales ranging from a studio-based interview to giant stadiums. It highlights the significance of control in the ruling dispensation's idea of narrative, observes Shyam G Menon.

DigiDhan is a Safai Abhiyaan to fight menace of corruption: PM

DigiDhan is a Safai Abhiyaan to fight menace of corruption: PM

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

Seeking to rope in youngsters to promote cashless transactions, Modi said for every person you introduce to the BHIM app, you will get a cash back of Rs 10.

Harmanpreet promises 'different' approach in England T20s

Harmanpreet promises 'different' approach in England T20s

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Thursday attributed her prolonged lean patch with the bat to lack of preparation following her recovery from a COVID-19 infection and groin injury earlier this year.

Creating 'employee value' is essential for success

Creating 'employee value' is essential for success

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

'It is important that employees are trained to acquire skills that would be needed in future, when the company sees disruption coming -- that is, much before the disruption occurs or the company plans to change the business model,' says Asish K Bhattacharyya.

Top 10 job skills in demand now

Top 10 job skills in demand now

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Experts at coding, Web development, and digital marketing, will be on every organisation's hiring list, points out Narayan Mahadevan.

Obama's rebuke of Trump raises US president's hackles

Obama's rebuke of Trump raises US president's hackles

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Trump went live with his tweeting as Obama and Indian-origin Senator Kamala Harris delivered their speeches at the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Wednesday.

Who will be Mukesh Ambani's successor at Reliance?

Who will be Mukesh Ambani's successor at Reliance?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Richest Indian Mukesh Ambani on Tuesday mentioned about leadership transition at his energy-to-retail conglomerate, saying he wants the process to be accelerated with seniors, including him, yielding to the younger generation. Ambani, 64, who has previously not spoken about succession plans at the country's most valuable company, said Reliance is "now in the process of effecting a momentous leadership transition." Ambani has three children -- twins Akash and Isha, and Anant.

What 2020 taught me about LIFE

What 2020 taught me about LIFE

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Four enterprising women leaders tell us how they survived 2020 and the lessons they learned from it.

WFH: Be Adaptable. Be Flexible

WFH: Be Adaptable. Be Flexible

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

'People are quite productive while they work from home.' 'The sooner we accept the new normal, the better it is.'

A History Lesson For Modiji

A History Lesson For Modiji

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The concept of 'fairness by rulers' is deeply ingrained in Indians and any weakening of this dents the legitimacy of the ruler, warns military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Absolutely no stress: Cummins backs top Aussie batsmen to come good

Absolutely no stress: Cummins backs top Aussie batsmen to come good

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Smith has managed just 10 runs in the first two matches, while Labuschagne could not capitalise on the starts

Fiat Chrysler to set up global digital hub in Hyderabad

Fiat Chrysler to set up global digital hub in Hyderabad

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Auto major Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) on Wednesday said it will invest $150 million (around Rs 1,103 crore) to set up a global digital hub in Hyderabad to help the group develop new technologies to cater to its automotive operations across the globe. The facility, which is FCA's largest digital hub outside of North America, would create nearly 1,000 jobs by the end of next year.

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

Writing on January 18, 2017, Nazarwala had this to say: 'The Modi wave may help the BJP score a triple century; its vanvaas in UP shall end before Holi.'

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Nazarwala in Rediff' on Jan 18: BJP will score triple century

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

Writing on January 18, 2017, Nazarwala had this to say: 'The Modi wave may help the BJP score a triple century; its vanvaas in UP shall end before Holi.'

Is Redmi Note 3 better than Lenovo K4 Note?

Is Redmi Note 3 better than Lenovo K4 Note?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

By comparing seven important features of both the smartphones, Mohnish Borah finds out that the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 has some serious features to give Lenovo K4 Note a stiff competition in the Rs 12,000 price range.

Rajnath begins visit to Ladakh amid stalemate in China talks

Rajnath begins visit to Ladakh amid stalemate in China talks

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

The dedication of Indian soldiers and veterans towards the country is an 'exemplary example', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday soon after arriving in Ladakh on a three-day visit aimed at taking stock of India's military preparedness in the region in the face of a prolonged border row with China.

Why the Modi government is not ecstatic over Kamala Harris

Why the Modi government is not ecstatic over Kamala Harris

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'If the Biden-Harris team makes it to the White House, India's headaches will multiply,' observes Aditi Phadnis.

Now, tour around Taj Mahal sitting in your living room!

Now, tour around Taj Mahal sitting in your living room!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

For the first time, Google has brought 360-degree online imagery of iconic Indian heritage sites through the Google Trekker technology.

Indra Nooyi is world's third most powerful woman in business

Indra Nooyi is world's third most powerful woman in business

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

PepsiCo's India-born CEO Indra Nooyi has been ranked third most powerful businesswoman by Fortune, the only Indian-origin woman on the 2014 list topped by IBM Chairman and CEO Ginni Rometty and General Motors CEO Mary Barra.

EPL: Spurs, Arsenal lose as Ronaldo fires United back into fourth place race

EPL: Spurs, Arsenal lose as Ronaldo fires United back into fourth place race

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

CJI hopes govt will soon clear names of HC judges recommended by Collegium

CJI hopes govt will soon clear names of HC judges recommended by Collegium

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

"The government has cleared seven names out of the 106 judges and one out of the nine for chief justices, so far. I expect that the government will clear the rest of the names very soon. These appointments will take care of pendency to some extent. I seek the cooperation and support of the Government to enable access to justice and to strengthen democracy," CJI N V Ramana said.

ASK ANU: Why do I have to be a perfect daughter?

ASK ANU: Why do I have to be a perfect daughter?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Parents, will you do this for your children on Nov 20?

Parents, will you do this for your children on Nov 20?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

'We hope to make parents aware that it takes only a few minutes in a day to be with your children so that they feel they are the most important person at that time.'

Hina, Sidharth make life hard for Bigg Boss housemates

Hina, Sidharth make life hard for Bigg Boss housemates

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

The new season of Bigg Boss, with all the twists and some interesting contestants, promises a lot of entertainment, feels Namrata Thakker.

Empathise with Indians but I am glad if they are stressed: Langer

Empathise with Indians but I am glad if they are stressed: Langer

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Langer said his team would look to drive home the advantage in the absence of Virat Kohli by putting relentless pressure on new skipper Ajinkya Rahane.

Is India's 5G dream in trouble?

Is India's 5G dream in trouble?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Nivedita Mookerji explains why a timely rollout of 5G may not be easy in India.

Deaf-mute people can now 'talk' with this innovative device

Deaf-mute people can now 'talk' with this innovative device

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Mudra glove can be worn like any other riding glove.

How technology is changing fashion

How technology is changing fashion

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

From omnichannel to AI and 3D technology, the fashion industry is in the middle of a digital revolution.

Jail, not bail, is the rule in today's India

Jail, not bail, is the rule in today's India

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

It is not just the weak who are harmed by the judicial process's failure to grant bail. Any high profile person can be made to spend weeks in jail while the arresting authority shouts and preens for the TV cameras, says Vir Sanghvi.

'BJP may end up as largest beneficiary of polarisation'

'BJP may end up as largest beneficiary of polarisation'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

'In order to stop the BJP actually, you need a party that changes the discourse rather than positing another pole for polarising it further. The answer to this kind of politics lies in refocusing the agenda on development'

Indian-American teen named first-ever TIME 'Kid of the Year'

Indian-American teen named first-ever TIME 'Kid of the Year'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Fifteen-year-old Indian-American Gitanjali Rao was selected from a field of more than 5,000 nominees as TIME's first-ever Kid of the Year. She was interviewed by actor and activist Angelina Jolie for the TIME special.

Coronavirus: 'The worst is Monday mornings'

Coronavirus: 'The worst is Monday mornings'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'I will take any source of positivity I can get.'