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The world's greatest investors

The world's greatest investors

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

Buffet first among seven all-time best investors.

Islamic State replaces 'wounded leader' with former physics teacher

Islamic State replaces 'wounded leader' with former physics teacher

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

After a March 18 bombing attack which seriously wounded Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, reports reveal that Abu Alaa Afri, a former physics teacher from Mosul, has taken over temporary command of the dreaded group.

Richest people you've never heard of

Richest people you've never heard of

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

Many fantastically rich people slip under the general public's radar. Including the world's second-wealthiest man

IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's fate unclear post airstrikes

IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's fate unclear post airstrikes

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Conflicting reports have emerged about the fate of Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who is believed to have been grievously injured in a coalition air strike in March.

Get ready for the ultimate Test pace battle!

Get ready for the ultimate Test pace battle!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

The countries will pin their hopes of victory on their quicks with seamer friendly wickets on order for the Tests in Durban, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town and Johannesburg, and the contests set to be dominated by fiery exchanges of fast bowling.

Saina scripts sensational win against world champion Marin

Saina scripts sensational win against world champion Marin

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Saina Nehwal scripted a remarkable victory over reigning World Champion Carolina Marin to turn around her campaign at the BWF Super Series Finals even as Srikanth faced exit after suffering his second straight loss in the men's singles in Dubai.

World's top billionaire philanthropists

World's top billionaire philanthropists

Rediff.com2 Dec 2006

The very, very rich were very, very generous this year.

Homes of the billionaires

Homes of the billionaires

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

From Steven Spielberg's seaside spread to Bill Gates' costly compound, peek behind the doors of these and other Forbes 400 residences.

Mexican tycoon is world's 2nd richest man

Mexican tycoon is world's 2nd richest man

Rediff.com12 Apr 2007

A Mexican telecom magnate has overtaken American investor Warren Buffett as the world's second richest man and is breathtakingly close to passing Bill Gates, the numero uno in the billionaire's list.

Safest sectors & stocks to invest in

Safest sectors & stocks to invest in

Rediff.com26 Mar 2007

A closer look at the sectors and companies that have strong prospects and are likely to fall less when markets decline.

Indian billionaires are close-fisted on charity

Indian billionaires are close-fisted on charity

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

Most of Indian billionaires are shy of talking about the money they spend on charity.

No changes in South Africa squad for India Tests

No changes in South Africa squad for India Tests

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

South Africa have retained the same 15-man squad that saved the series with Pakistan in October for their two home Tests against India later this month.

Indian-American Tulsi Gabbard may run for US presidency in 2020: Sources

Indian-American Tulsi Gabbard may run for US presidency in 2020: Sources

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

A decision on this could be taken before Christmas, which might not necessarily result in a formal announcement as that could be delayed till the next year, people familiar with her thinking process said.

For Jhunjhunwala, 'small' is actually 'big'

For Jhunjhunwala, 'small' is actually 'big'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

Twenty-three of the 31 stocks in his publicly disclosed portfolio consist small-cap stocks. jhunjhunwala's portfolio rose 15.2% in Q3.

Question marks remain over Australia ahead of SA Tests

Question marks remain over Australia ahead of SA Tests

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Australia captain Steven Smith has shrugged off his team's lamentable form on tour and is adamant his side will lift for the Test series against South Africa.

Why Buffett donated $37 billion

Why Buffett donated $37 billion

Rediff.com27 Jun 2006

Warren E Buffet, dubbed as the planet's biggest philanthropist after he decided to give away 85 per cent of his wealth amounting to $37.4 billion to charity, said he does not believe in dynastic inheritance.

Buffett's Berkshire discloses 2.8% stake in Goldman Sachs

Buffett's Berkshire discloses 2.8% stake in Goldman Sachs

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

This makes Berkshire the sixth-largest external investor in the bank

T20: Van Wyk, Wiese help South Africa beat Windies

T20: Van Wyk, Wiese help South Africa beat Windies

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Morne van Wyk blasted an unbeaten century and David Wiese took five wickets as South Africa claimed a consolation 69-run victory over West Indies in the final Twenty20 international on Wednesday.

IFC to invest $500 mn in India

IFC to invest $500 mn in India

Rediff.com22 Aug 2006

International Finance Corporation, the private sector financing arm of the World Bank Group, is likely to invest $500 million in India this fiscal. \n

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

In a video, announcing her candidacy for the office, Harris said, "Justice. Decency. Equality. Freedom. Democracy. These aren't just words. They're the values we as Americans cherish. And they're all on the line now. The future of our country depends on you and millions of others lifting our voices to fight for our American values. That's why I'm running for president of the United States."

Vessels collide off Goa coast; crew rescued

Vessels collide off Goa coast; crew rescued

Rediff.com27 Jan 2007

Goa, which has mining as the second largest industry, saw six barges sinking last year.

7 Indians feature in Forbes Asia's Heroes of Philanthropy list

7 Indians feature in Forbes Asia's Heroes of Philanthropy list

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Of the, four are co-founders of Infosys.

If you were a billionare...

If you were a billionare...

Rediff.com21 Jul 2006

Tell us what you would do with your money? Who would you leave it to?

Richest people you've never heard of

Richest people you've never heard of

Rediff.com15 Dec 2006

These folks have the fortune, without the hassle of the fame.

Do Indian businessmen donate enough?

Do Indian businessmen donate enough?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

Do you think that India's top business houses fulfill their social responsibilities

Buffett donates $37 billion for charity

Buffett donates $37 billion for charity

Rediff.com26 Jun 2006

In what is believed to be the largest charitable gift made in the US, the world's second richest man Warren Buffet plans to donate the bulk of his $44-billion fortune to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

De Kock top-scores as South Africa batsmen flourish

De Kock top-scores as South Africa batsmen flourish

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Quinton de Kock top scored as all South Africa's batsmen got among the runs in a score of 283 for three on the first day of the second Test against New Zealand at Centurion on Saturday.

A grateful nation and a proud school

A grateful nation and a proud school

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

'It was not surprising that joining the armed forces was one of the priority professions that the students strived for. Probably, the training in school helped adjusting to the regimentalised life of the fauj.'

MH370 search: New debris found on Reunion Island

MH370 search: New debris found on Reunion Island

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

More metallic debris was washed ashore on the Indian Ocean island of Reunion on Sunday as investigators probe the missing flight MH370.

Vijender terminates agreement with Queensberry Promotions

Vijender terminates agreement with Queensberry Promotions

Rediff.com11 May 2017

WBO Super Middleweight Asia Pacific champion Vijender Singh, who has been unbeaten in the professional circuit, has decided to terminate his agreement with Queensberry Promotions with immediate effect.

Cricket SA name new selection panel

Cricket SA name new selection panel

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced the re-appointment of Andrew Hudson as convener of the national selection committee and also named two new selectors on Friday.

2022 World Cup: Can Qatar keep World Cup fans entertained?

2022 World Cup: Can Qatar keep World Cup fans entertained?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Qatar has tried to make itself more attractive to tourists and launched a "Summer in Qatar" initiative this year to try to attract visitors during the brutally hot months of June, July and August.

PHOTOS: Clinical South Africa thrash Sri Lanka to sweep series

PHOTOS: Clinical South Africa thrash Sri Lanka to sweep series

Rediff.com14 Jan 2017

South Africa took 16 Sri Lanka wickets in a little over two sessions to secure a ruthless victory by an innings and 118 runs in the third and final Test at the Wanderers on Saturday.

Australian duo wins Nobel Prize in Medicine

Australian duo wins Nobel Prize in Medicine

Rediff.com3 Oct 2005

The Australian duo of Barry J Marshall and J Robin Warren were Monday awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine.

All you want to know about futures and options

All you want to know about futures and options

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

You can use futures and options to hedge risks as well as make huge profits, but it's risky

Why this I-Day is doubly special

Why this I-Day is doubly special

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

South Africa recall fast bowler Kyle Abbott for Durban Test

South Africa recall fast bowler Kyle Abbott for Durban Test

Rediff.com23 Dec 2013

South Africa have recalled fast bowler Kyle Abbott for the second Test against India in his home town of Durban starting on Boxing Day (December 26).

World's fastest man Bolt loses opening race of season

World's fastest man Bolt loses opening race of season

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

The Jamaican world record holder could not make up a 10 metre deficit on a University of Technology team, which won in 38.23 seconds.