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Impact of the coronavirus on Formula 1

Impact of the coronavirus on Formula 1

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Credit rating agency Moody's changed Formula One's outlook to negative from positive on Thursday to reflect the impact of the coronavirus crisis on a global sport that has yet to race in 2020.

February dhamaka: Funds pump in Rs 100 bn in markets

February dhamaka: Funds pump in Rs 100 bn in markets

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

'When you have surplus cash flow and markets correct sharply, what options do you have other than buying good stocks?'

NIA issues notice to Zakir Naik, asks him to appear on March 14

NIA issues notice to Zakir Naik, asks him to appear on March 14

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Naik, the founder of proscribed Islamic Research Foundation, has been asked to appear before the anti-terror agency at its headquarters in Delhi on March 14

Hollywood studios to use Indian patented tech

Hollywood studios to use Indian patented tech

Rediff.com10 Oct 2008

Hollywood is all set to use Indian technology for the first time. An erstwhile incubatee at the Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship, at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, has been approached by prominent Hollywood production houses for his patented technology, which finds its application in the current film technology and also for Digital Intermediate Technology of the future.

10 rules to earn most from your investments

10 rules to earn most from your investments

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

There remains an elite group of investment professionals who manage to produce market-beating returns, year after year.

The winner takes it all? Not always

The winner takes it all? Not always

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

For alpha males -- highly aggressive men who are usually at the helm of affairs -- life is not a picnic. Deeper issues invariably plague most, which they are unable to cope with. Jayalakshmi Sengupta probes their psyche and disposition.

Dominating women earn more than 'nicer' colleagues

Dominating women earn more than 'nicer' colleagues

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

A new study has revealed that those who adopt a masculine approach in the office earn more than their "nicer" female colleagues.

'Taylor should stand up as chairman of Cricket Australia'

'Taylor should stand up as chairman of Cricket Australia'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

Luminaries call for Cricket Australia chairman to resign

Football fan? FIFA 10 will rock

Football fan? FIFA 10 will rock

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

For the FIFA fan, this is a game that is unlikely to disappoint.

Top 5 fuel-efficient scooters in India

Top 5 fuel-efficient scooters in India

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

If you are looking for a comfortable ride on bustling Indian roads without having to worry about fuel average, we have got these five options for you.

GuruSpeak: Stocks you must buy, hold, exit

GuruSpeak: Stocks you must buy, hold, exit

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Cell phone radiation more harmful to children?

Cell phone radiation more harmful to children?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

Scientists fear that children may be more vulnerable as the exposure dose received by a child's brain is higher than that received by an adult's brain, and also because their nervous system is still developing.

Now, apartments go the eco-friendly way

Now, apartments go the eco-friendly way

Rediff.com3 May 2008

Move over swimming pools and health clubs - eco-friendly is the new must-have in the high-end residential sector.

Pirates strike again, take 3 Indians hostage

Pirates strike again, take 3 Indians hostage

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

Two months after the Stolt Valor hostage drama involving Indians, a ship has been hijacked by Somalian pirates who have taken three Indians captive after releasing Kenyan crew members.

Review: Kashmir deserves better than Sikandar

Review: Kashmir deserves better than Sikandar

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

Sikandar could have been a good children's film, but a slew of very weak performances and overall pacing flaws drive the movie to instant forgettability.

Assam CM happy with ULFA talks

Assam CM happy with ULFA talks

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi hoped that the fugitive ULFA commander in chief Paresh Baruah would realise the ground realities in the state in the wake of people's show of support to the peace overture of the pro-talks faction of the outfit led by Mrinal Hazarika, former commander of the 28th battalion of the group.

World's wackiest stock indicators

World's wackiest stock indicators

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

Can butter production help you predict the market's next move? Find out here.

These photos from space will surely make you gasp!

These photos from space will surely make you gasp!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

If you want a reminder of just how gorgeous our universe is, then take some time to browse the winners of the 2020 Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition. French photographer Nicolas Lefaudeux took the top prize with a tilt-shift perspective on the Andromeda Galaxy. The winning images are part of an exhibition opening on October 23 at the National Maritime Museum in London and have been collected into a book. Cue some truly innovative an unexpected captures of galaxies, nebulae, planets, the Moon and even SpaceX satellites.

My life my style: Arjun Rampal

My life my style: Arjun Rampal

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Star of the upcoming film, Roy, Arjun Rampal fields rapid-fire questions!

We picked the best headphones and earphones for you

We picked the best headphones and earphones for you

Rediff.com28 May 2018

What to pick from a crowded market...

#GreaseIsGood: 10 dude foods to make you drool

#GreaseIsGood: 10 dude foods to make you drool

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Unhealthy and yummy: these 'dude foods' will make your mouth water

Which Greek letter inspired the euro symbol?

Which Greek letter inspired the euro symbol?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

Today around 317 million EU citizens use the euro as their currency.

Don't panic if your car is recalled, here's what you can do

Don't panic if your car is recalled, here's what you can do

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Customers would not have to pay for the additional repairs to their Brio, Amaze or CR-V, built between September, 2011 and July, 2014, recalled by Honda Cars India to replace faulty airbags.

Armani takes you on a fashion high

Armani takes you on a fashion high

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

At the Milan Fashion Week, Giorgio Armani presented flattering silhouettes and sharp designs.

Sebi defers PAN deadline for MFs to Dec

Sebi defers PAN deadline for MFs to Dec

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

With less than a week to go for the mandatory permanent account number requirement for all new investments in mutual funds to take effect, Securities and Exchange Board of India on Tuesday extended the deadline by another six months to December 31

Indian Navy forces Chinese naval ship to retreat from Andaman

Indian Navy forces Chinese naval ship to retreat from Andaman

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Military sources said the research ship Shi Yan 1 forayed into Indian waters in September but was forced to retreat after it was suspected to be involved in spying.

Lord Hameed is Asian of the year 2007

Lord Hameed is Asian of the year 2007

Rediff.com30 Oct 2007

Leading NRI doctor Lord Khalid Hameed has been adjudged Asian of the Year 2007 for his outstanding work in various walks of life, including his contribution to health service.

Boarding flights will soon be whole lot different. Here's how

Boarding flights will soon be whole lot different. Here's how

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

The biometric entry will take place with the consent of the passenger and the present system of check-in will also co-exist.

Teledata Info acquires US firm

Teledata Info acquires US firm

Rediff.com21 Mar 2006

Teledata Informatics Ltd on Tuesday said it has acquired US-based Alpha Soft Services Corporation through its subsidiary.

Stocks to build a long-term portfolio

Stocks to build a long-term portfolio

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

How to choose the right mutual fund?

How to choose the right mutual fund?

Rediff.com5 May 2016

Five parameters that will help you make a winning decision

Uniform bank a/c numbers soon

Uniform bank a/c numbers soon

Rediff.com22 Jun 2005

Why Tata Sons hiked stake in Tata Motors

Why Tata Sons hiked stake in Tata Motors

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

The transaction - the second one in less than a year - is seen as an effort to restore investor faith in the company following a dismal performance by its UK subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover Automotive.

No landing charge at CIAL from 2012

No landing charge at CIAL from 2012

Rediff.com22 Feb 2006

The Cochin International Airport Ltd at Nedumbassery on Wednesday said it aims to become the first international airport not to levy any landing charges, by the end of 2012.

COVID-19: It hasn't gone viral in India

COVID-19: It hasn't gone viral in India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'Our drains are not filled with bodies, our hospitals not run out of beds.' 'That good news, or absence of expected bad news, is the truth that so many in the international community, and also within India, seem unable to handle,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

2 civilians, BSF jawan killed as Pak targets villages in Jammu

2 civilians, BSF jawan killed as Pak targets villages in Jammu

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

The heavy shelling took place in Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts.

Taming the boss from hell

Taming the boss from hell

Rediff.com3 May 2006

Surprise! Sensex on a high but FIIs gain little

Surprise! Sensex on a high but FIIs gain little

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

If the rupee falls further, it would negatively impact the dollar-based returns of foreign investors, and could influence foreign flows into India.

Tata Motors to let buyers design their Harrier SUVs

Tata Motors to let buyers design their Harrier SUVs

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

A digital configurator comprising a three-dimensional graphics-based app will allow customers to choose specifications and align the output generated by the tool to company's back-end manufacturing.

NCP men ransack Zee office

NCP men ransack Zee office

Rediff.com23 Dec 2003