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All signs of Al Qaeda inspired attack, says expert

All signs of Al Qaeda inspired attack, says expert

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

Professor Deepa Ollapally said, "The way in which this was carried out, it does suggest that they needed some fairly sophisticated, coordinated planning. And, if the reports are true about their rounding up Americans and British, then it sounds like there is an Al Qaeda hand possibly, which again would be the most obvious difference between every other terrorist attack that has gone on before (in India)."

Gold imports may dip further to 4-5 tonnes in July

Gold imports may dip further to 4-5 tonnes in July

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Gold is ruling over Rs 14,990 per 10 grams level in the spot market and on leading commodity exchange MCX gold for August was trading at Rs 14,724 per 10 grams.

Actor Kal Penn starts work at White House

Actor Kal Penn starts work at White House

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Indian-American actor Kal Penn has formally taken up his new assignment in the Barack Obama administration, where he will work as a bridge between the White House and the Asian communities.The 32-year-old actor took charge of his role as the associate director of the White House Office of Public Engagement on Monday."This is an incredibly historic time, I am deeply honoured to be here and I hope to serve my country to the best of my ability," Penn told reporters.

'Paramesha Paanwala isn't fresh, but it's entertai

'Paramesha Paanwala isn't fresh, but it's entertai

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

Director Mahesh Babu speaks about his forthcoming film Paramesha Paanwala.

Stressed bond dealers get RBI help

Stressed bond dealers get RBI help

Rediff.com5 May 2018

Central bank moves to infuse liquidity into bond market to help boost sentiment.

Airlines struggle to cut costs

Airlines struggle to cut costs

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

Airlines have been conducting fuel efficiency analysis, which involves fuel calculations on a daily basis, based on the availability of optimum routes in terms of wind, flight levels and overflying charges, route rationalisation to prune the number of flights and increase utilisation. They also want the Centre to grant ATF a declared goods status, which would result in a uniform levy of 4 per cent sales tax at the state level.

'Rocket launch is always a risky business'

'Rocket launch is always a risky business'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

'It is a blessing in disguise that they could find the glitch before the launch.' 'If this was not found, the entire mission would have been lost.'

Gold import likely to be nil in March

Gold import likely to be nil in March

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

In February, there was no gold import at all, while it stood at 21 tonnes in March 2008 and at 23 tonnes in February last year. Gold on Tuesday declined by Rs 50 to Rs 15,200 per 10 gram level in the spot markets from its previous day's close.

Rupee ends little changed; fund flows in focus

Rupee ends little changed; fund flows in focus

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

The partially convertible rupee closed at 60.30/31 per dollar compared with 60.28/29 on Friday.

GWU cancels suspension of student who displayed Hindu swastika

GWU cancels suspension of student who displayed Hindu swastika

Rediff.com27 May 2015

A prestigious American university has decided to rescind its suspension order against a student who displayed a Hindu swastika on his residence hall's bulletin board.

IBM to launch Blue Scholar Program to train resear

IBM to launch Blue Scholar Program to train resear

Rediff.com6 Nov 2008

The students who graduate from the ongoing academic year will be eligible for the programme and the company is already scouting for talent. The Blue Scholars will work closely with the IBM worldwide research teams, immersed within a real-world innovation culture and drive the delivery of a wide spectrum of technology solutions.

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

These will be available at Apple authorised retailers from September 29

'India story has to be a marathon, not sprint'

'India story has to be a marathon, not sprint'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Biggest challenge is to control fiscal deficit

Apple's India growth @ 6-year low

Apple's India growth @ 6-year low

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Revenue share from India has inched up to nearly 0.8 per cent of its global sales. The revenue growth rate is in stark contrast to the firm's performance in volume terms.

Mamta Mohandas directs Rajni in Kuselan

Mamta Mohandas directs Rajni in Kuselan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2008

The Telugu actress relives some of the moments when she got to direct the Tamil superstar.

New 'India Initiative' by US university

New 'India Initiative' by US university

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

The Sigur Center for Asian Studies at George Washington University, as part of its expanding set of programs, including those on China, Japan, and Korea, has launched an India Initiative to be headed by Professor Deepa Ollapally, associate director at the center.

Digital transactions increase but branch banking lives on

Digital transactions increase but branch banking lives on

Rediff.com24 May 2018

'The reason is that you may not enter the branch but you want to see it near you as it establishes trust.'

Now, a book on Rajnikanth

Now, a book on Rajnikanth

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

A few days before Sivaji hits the screens, a book is released on the Superstar.

You might soon buy gold at post offices

You might soon buy gold at post offices

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

The World Gold Council initiates micro-finance scheme to promote investments by low-income groups.

Are high crude oil prices here to stay?

Are high crude oil prices here to stay?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

Rising geopolitical uncertainty, a falling dollar and the growing speculative interest in commodities trading will keep crude prices volatile.

Is Chinese invasion of India's mobile phone market over?

Is Chinese invasion of India's mobile phone market over?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

The number of new entrants is decreasing since 2015, as Indian market matures

Equity, mid, small-cap outperform benchmark indices

Equity, mid, small-cap outperform benchmark indices

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Majority of equity linked savings schemes as well as mid and small-cap funds outperformed their respective benchmark indices over a five-year period ended December 2015.

Rajnikanth is a true friend indeed

Rajnikanth is a true friend indeed

Rediff.com29 May 2007

Filmmaker Raghunandan reminisces about his friendship with Tamil film superstar Rajnikanth.

Even as FIIs pull out crores, high volatility to rule bonds & rupee

Even as FIIs pull out crores, high volatility to rule bonds & rupee

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

While RBI may cut rates by 25 basis points in the February policy review, global monetary policies hold the key to much of the financial assets flow in 2017

'People say the ghosts in my films were not scary'

'People say the ghosts in my films were not scary'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

'Films were made on a very low budget, so if there was a small defect, we would let it pass, and audiences often didn't catch those defects.' Shyam Ramsay tells us his 'horror' story.

Rajni's impressed with Duniya

Rajni's impressed with Duniya

Rediff.com3 Apr 2007

The Super Star met actor Vijay and the crew to shower his praise.

Has gold lost its Midas touch?

Has gold lost its Midas touch?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Despite returns from gold down over 5% in the past three months, it is a good idea to keep this asset class in your portfolio.

RJio's 'data-giri' to unleash price war; slash bills: Analysts

RJio's 'data-giri' to unleash price war; slash bills: Analysts

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

RJio will further add bottomline pressures on the already struggling telcos that will ultimately be forced to consolidate

Why education loans can be a nightmare

Why education loans can be a nightmare

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

If you default, it will affect your credit score and your career.

Make in India, BMW's mantra to cut cost & grab marketshare

Make in India, BMW's mantra to cut cost & grab marketshare

Rediff.com1 May 2018

'Localisation saves a lot of time and cost for them. Keeping an eye on a long-term market, this is the best way these car-makers can build momentum for their brands.'

New NPA rules: Trouble brewing for large defaulters

New NPA rules: Trouble brewing for large defaulters

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Experts said the new framework has ensured that the focus has moved to creditor protection from debtor protection.

Meet the bus driver Rajni worked with

Meet the bus driver Rajni worked with

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

Raj Bahadur is still close friends with Rajnikanth.

5 Questions on GST answered!

5 Questions on GST answered!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Does a doctor need to pay GST and other queries...

Don't take Kim lightly

Don't take Kim lightly

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

'North Korea could choose to go China's way by selectively opening up the economy, but Kim does not seem enthused by the idea.' 'Getting Pyongyang to give up the nuclear programme may be the best outcome Trump can hope for at the moment,' says Vikram Johri.

Brace yourself! Dragons are coming to India

Brace yourself! Dragons are coming to India

Rediff.com29 Jul 2006

The graphics company that worked on Discovery Channel's Walking with Dinosaurs, Walking with Prehistoric Beasts and the Harry Potter movies, has done the special effects.

FPIs sold Indian stocks, bonds worth $ 7 bn since April

FPIs sold Indian stocks, bonds worth $ 7 bn since April

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

While selling started in April, it has intensified this month, with FPIs pulling out $1.1 billion and $2.5 billion from equities and debt market, respectively

How the economy stands to gain from bank recapitalisation move

How the economy stands to gain from bank recapitalisation move

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

The move will have cascading effects for lot of related sectors

FPIs renew interest in Indian bonds

FPIs renew interest in Indian bonds

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Dealers say foreign investors are now taking keen interest in lower-rated corporate bonds, too

No stone to be left unturned to beef up aviation safety: IATA

No stone to be left unturned to beef up aviation safety: IATA

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

The week is being termed as a 'black week' for the aviation industry.

Home loans to businessmen riskier than salaried class: Report

Home loans to businessmen riskier than salaried class: Report

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Borrowers who contribute over 40 per cent of residential unit's have greater willingness to pay.