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ONGC may buy stake in Angola oilfield

ONGC may buy stake in Angola oilfield

Rediff.com19 Dec 2003

ONGC Videsh Ltd, the overseas arm of state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, is in talks with Royal Dutch/Shell to acquire half of the Anglo-Dutch giant's 50 per cent stake in an oilfield in Angola.

HLL Q1 seen in VAT shadow

HLL Q1 seen in VAT shadow

Rediff.com15 Apr 2003

Hindustan Levers Ltd, India's top consumer goods firm, is likely to report first-quarter net profit fell nearly 13 per cent and revenue dipped as distributors held off on new orders due to uncertainty over a new value-added tax.

The battle for Dalit pride

The battle for Dalit pride

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

'It is a reassertion of their lost martial stride, of a history that is papered over by turning it into a memory largely of the upper castes.'

Vivek Oberoi on The Invaders

Vivek Oberoi on The Invaders

Rediff.com8 Feb 2003

The end of civilisation as we know it? Not really

The end of civilisation as we know it? Not really

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Ever pragmatic, the Americans are convinced that the future is in the Indo-Pacific.
There is a new Indo-Pacific century, and India has to decide whether it has its eyes on the prize, says Rajeev Srinivasan.

Four new giant alien planets discovered

Four new giant alien planets discovered

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

The researchers, led by Matias Jones of the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, used the 1.5 m telescope at the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory and the 2.2 m telescope at La Silla observatory in Chile, and the 3.9 m Anglo-Australian telescope in Australia.

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

'As she was dragged off the yacht, the princess cried, "I won't go back to the UAE, just kill me now!"' 'She hasn't been heard of since then.' 'Perhaps she is dead.' 'If so, Modi's government has blood on its hands,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

The rise and rise of Bangladesh

The rise and rise of Bangladesh

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'Beijing is comfortable with Hasina's pragmatism -- perceived as 'pro-India', but staying out of Indian orbit and receptive to forging close ties with China and yet, siding with neither neighbour,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

General Rawat hints at a major change in India's defence thinking

General Rawat hints at a major change in India's defence thinking

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'It is crucial today to realise where we have reached in this 15 year-period in order to fully and properly assess the profundity of what General Rawat has said,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Christian Michel's Italian lawyer speaks out!

Christian Michel's Italian lawyer speaks out!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

While questioning Christian Michel in Dubai, Rosemary Patrizi tells Ashis Ray, Indian investigators made him an offer -- that if he named a member of the Gandhi family as having received kickbacks, they would not pursue him as an accused.

TCS powers Tatas into Rs 10 trillion m-cap club

TCS powers Tatas into Rs 10 trillion m-cap club

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

IT major nears $100 bn m-cap, accounts for 61% of the group's combined valuation.

96-yr-old RSS veteran Balraj Madhok dies

96-yr-old RSS veteran Balraj Madhok dies

Rediff.com2 May 2016

In 1951, he was the convener of the first convention of Bharatiya Jana Sangh and was appointed the national secretary. In 1966, he was elected as the national president of Bharatiya Jana Sangh.

Will India consider buying V-22 Ospreys for its VVIPs?

Will India consider buying V-22 Ospreys for its VVIPs?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

After India scrapped a contract for procuring VVIP choppers from AgustaWestland, American firm Textron on Friday said it is ready to offer its unique V-22 Osprey helicopter to India for ferrying its dignitaries.

British Queen hosts extravagant dinner for Xi

British Queen hosts extravagant dinner for Xi

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Over expensive wine, an exquisite menu and royal ensemble, the Queen hailed the "milestone" visit of the Chinese president to Britain and declared Anglo-Chinese ties are being taken to "ambitious" new heights.

Brigadier sought $5mn for 197 helicopter deal; CBI probe on

Brigadier sought $5mn for 197 helicopter deal; CBI probe on

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation has started another probe against UK-based helicopter supplier AgustaWestland for alleged corruption in the supply of Light Utility Helicopters to Army.

Prez poll to be held on July 17, counting on July 20

Prez poll to be held on July 17, counting on July 20

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

The term of President Pranab Mukherjee ends on July 24.

VVIP chopper deal: AgustaWestland has violated contract, says Antony

VVIP chopper deal: AgustaWestland has violated contract, says Antony

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Moving ahead towards scrapping the Rs 3,600 crore controversial chopper deal, Defence Minister AK Antony on Wednesday said AgustaWestland has "violated the contract" for supplying 12 VVIP choppers for the air force.

Defence ministry gives final notice to Agusta on chopper deal

Defence ministry gives final notice to Agusta on chopper deal

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Moving ahead towards cancelling the controversial chopper deal, the Defence Ministry on Wednesday said it has issued a final show cause notice to AgustaWestland for "violating" the terms of the Rs 3,600 crore contract for supplying 12 VVIP choppers to the Air Force.

'Facebook, Google are like East India Company'

'Facebook, Google are like East India Company'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

'Facebook and Google no longer need to have infantry regiments and cavalry like the East India Company because they are inside everyone's phones listening to our conversations.'

How AgustaWestland is trying to salvage chopper deal

How AgustaWestland is trying to salvage chopper deal

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

The Anglo-Italian firm said that the defence ministry had no right to unilaterally suspend the contract for the 12 VVIP choppers. The firm added that it has since April been requesting the ministry to hold discussions on the issue, but there has been no response from the government

9 awesome moments from Amazon Fashion week

9 awesome moments from Amazon Fashion week

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Take a look at some of the most memorable moments from Amazon India Fashion Week in Delhi.

AgustaWestland may face probe in UK

AgustaWestland may face probe in UK

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Embattled Anglo-Italian helicopter maker AgustaWestland may face a probe in the UK over its 480 million pounds scandal-hit deal with India for the supply of 12 VVIP choppers.

No homework for Class 1 and 2 students, rules Madras HC

No homework for Class 1 and 2 students, rules Madras HC

Rediff.com29 May 2018

In its interim order, the court also said use of National Council for Educational Research and Training books be made mandatory.

PM Modi inaugurates National War Memorial

PM Modi inaugurates National War Memorial

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The NWM pays tribute to soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation during India-China war in 1962, Indo-Pak wars in 1947, 1965 and 1971, Indian Peace Keeping Force Operations in Srilanka and in the Kargil conflict of 1999.

US sanctions Russia over election hacking; Moscow threatens to retaliate

US sanctions Russia over election hacking; Moscow threatens to retaliate

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

The ties between the two countries has reached its worst levels since the Cold War.

VVIP chopper deal: Defence ministry hands over court documents to CBI

VVIP chopper deal: Defence ministry hands over court documents to CBI

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

The defence ministry has handed over some documents received from an Italian court to the Central Bureau of Investigation to verify if there was any breach of contractual obligations by Anglo-Italian firm AgustaWestland in the Rs 3,600 crore deal for 12 helicopters, official sources said on Tuesday.

Pics: Traditional Christmas celebrations across the world

Pics: Traditional Christmas celebrations across the world

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

Head to these places to enjoy a traditional Christmas celebration.

Can Reliance be among the world's top 20 companies?

Can Reliance be among the world's top 20 companies?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

The firm would require it to more than triple its CAGR of revenue to 18.5% for the next decade from 6%

Note ban hit India's diamond biz: De Beers

Note ban hit India's diamond biz: De Beers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

'We need to see how quickly the industry comes out of the impact of the note ban.'

Do you know these HIDDEN MEANINGS in movies?

Do you know these HIDDEN MEANINGS in movies?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

This piece is a tribute to that corner of film criticism that they call subtextual film criticism.

Anil Agarwal to delist group flagship Vedanta Resources from LSE

Anil Agarwal to delist group flagship Vedanta Resources from LSE

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

The company no longer sees the London listing as necessary to access capital and the deal will simplify Vedanta's corporate structure.

Indian officials to cross-examine 'middleman' Haschke

Indian officials to cross-examine 'middleman' Haschke

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

An Italian court on Friday allowed Indian authorities to question alleged middleman Guido Hashcke in the chopper scam case, which is being heard in that country.

Deal Street sets $81 billion record as promoters shed taboo

Deal Street sets $81 billion record as promoters shed taboo

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Cross previous high of $72 billion in 2007 as Indian promoters overcome the selling taboo. Abhineet Kumar reports from Mumbai.

Chopper scam: AgustaWestland wants to meet Antony

Chopper scam: AgustaWestland wants to meet Antony

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Facing the prospect of cancellation of its Rs 3,600 crore deal to supply 12 VVIP choppers to the IAF, AgustaWestland has sought a meeting with the defence ministry to explain its stand on the issue.

VVIP chopper deal: CBI quizzes Bengal governor

VVIP chopper deal: CBI quizzes Bengal governor

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Friday questioned West Bengal Governor M K Narayanan as a "witness" in connection with its probe into allegations of bribery in the Rs 3600-crore VVIP chopper deal with Anglo-Italian firm AgustaWestland.

BJP needs to watch out for the caste pot in Maharashtra

BJP needs to watch out for the caste pot in Maharashtra

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

Despite being hailed as one of India's most progressive and most developed states, it is witnessing the fallout of lopsided progress.

Why Poonam Mahajan wants NRI MPs in the Lok Sabha

Why Poonam Mahajan wants NRI MPs in the Lok Sabha

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

BJP leader Poonam Mahajan explains why she believes that NRIs joining Parliament will strengthen democracy.

Meet the Opposition's grand marshall in the Rajya Sabha

Meet the Opposition's grand marshall in the Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Despite the Congress having nearly four times as many members in the Rajya Sabha as the TMC (48 to 13), Derek O'Brien has been informally leading the coordination of Opposition parties, rallying other parties to demand a discussion on electoral reforms and to protest the government's disinvestment plans, report Rahul Jacob and Archis Mohan.

India wants private sector to explore for diamonds, gold

India wants private sector to explore for diamonds, gold

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Government will start to auction the rights to up to 70 diamond and gold exploration zones to mining companies this year

'Britain created Pakistan'

'Britain created Pakistan'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

'The creation of Pakistan was integral to Britain's grand strategy.' 'If they were to ever leave India, Britain's military planners had made it clear that they needed to retain a foothold in the NWFP and Baluchistan because that would provide the means to retain control of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar.'