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'Punjab police put PM's life in danger'

'Punjab police put PM's life in danger'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

'The PM of India was 20 km away from the Pakistan border and he is one of the persons under extreme threat from that country and they put his life in danger.'

SL police drop 2011 match-fixing probe for lack of evidence

SL police drop 2011 match-fixing probe for lack of evidence

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

On Thursday, former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara spent 10 hours recording his statement to a Special Investigation Unit.

How Infosys plans to check attrition

How Infosys plans to check attrition

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

With the attrition rate continuing well above 20 per cent, one of the highest in the segment, Infosys is on a drive to reimagine the way it engages with employees starting from the time of recruitment itself. The company is using digital technologies in order to simplify recruitment, provide faster career track to employees, and incentivise people with top skills. The company is looking at doubling the number of recruits from tier-I engineering colleges such as IITs and NITs to enrich its talent base. These candidates who are offered twice the salary as compared to regular campus recruits, join as 'power programmers', a term that has been internally coined by the company to recognise the top coders.

Is Trump god for 70-lakh-strong welcome: Cong leader

Is Trump god for 70-lakh-strong welcome: Cong leader

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said, "Is Trump God that 70 lakh people will gather around to welcome him. He is coming here for his own interests. Trump is not doing the trade deal. He just wants to work for the benefit of America and is not coming to make us happy."

Sensational at 39! Kareena wows in a strapless dress

Sensational at 39! Kareena wows in a strapless dress

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Kareena Kapoor Khan is a vision in gold on the cover of Elle.

Andaz Apna Apna and 9 MUST WATCH FLOPS

Andaz Apna Apna and 9 MUST WATCH FLOPS

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at films that didn't do well in theatres but became popular on satellite television or on OTT.

Samosa caucus: 4 Indian-American lawmakers re-elected

Samosa caucus: 4 Indian-American lawmakers re-elected

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The Indian-American community has emerged as a force to reckon with for the first time in the history of the US presidential election.

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

'Second-class citizenship would have been meaningless to a Hindu in the Mughal empire.'

India's Green Shoots for the Planet

India's Green Shoots for the Planet

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Modi's unexpected announcement of achieving net zero by 2070 may have neatly deflected the pressures on India to sign up to an ambitious pledge but it does nothing to dispel the ecological emergency that threatens all life on the planet, , points out former forerign secretary Shyam Saran, the prime minister's special envoy and chief negotiator on climate change 2007-2010.

'My heart is broken for SRK'

'My heart is broken for SRK'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

'We stood by him through his highs and lows and this is possibly his lowest.' 'The least we can do is stand by him now.'

9 Jewellery Pieces Which Look Expensive But They Are Not

9 Jewellery Pieces Which Look Expensive But They Are Not

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

The wedding season is here. Want to flaunt a new piece of jewellery every time you attend an event? Here are the 9 jewellery pieces which look expensive but they are not -

Climate Crisis Presents Opportunity For India

Climate Crisis Presents Opportunity For India

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

India's negotiating posture at the multilateral negotiations should be aligned with a significantly transformed development strategy domestically.' 'The positions the country takes at the negotiations will then carry credibility, says Shyam Saran, former foreign secretary and India's chief negotiator on Climate Change 2007-2010.

Paytm Mall suffers huge data breach, gets ransom call

Paytm Mall suffers huge data breach, gets ransom call

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Hacker group John Wick is said to be responsible for the Paytm Mall database breach.

Buying a house this festive season?

Buying a house this festive season?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Experts say this is a good time to buy a house for self-use, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Global gold demand hits 11-yr low; India's demand down 35%

Global gold demand hits 11-yr low; India's demand down 35%

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Global gold demand hit an 11-year low in 2020 at 3,759.6 tonnes, mainly due to a weak October-December quarter and the COVID-19 related disruptions across the world driving a muted consumer sentiment throughout the year, the World Gold Council (WGC) said in a report. The overall consumer demand during 2019 was at 4,386.4 tonnes, while in 2009 the overall demand was at 3,385.8 tonnes, according the WGC's 2020 Gold Demand Trends report. Global gold demand dropped by 28 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to 783.4 tonnes in the fourth quarter compared to 1,082.9 tonnes during the October-December period of 2019, the report stated.

Taliban's gains pose fears of JMB's resurgence in East

Taliban's gains pose fears of JMB's resurgence in East

Rediff.com15 Aug 2021

The Border Security Force has been put on high alert along the India-Bangladesh border in Assam and Tripura following intelligence inputs of Islamic terrorists planning to infiltrate the country.

MF Guru: 'There are too many MFs in your portfolio'

MF Guru: 'There are too many MFs in your portfolio'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

These images from across the globe show that it is a crazy world out there.

Amazon to end JV with Murthy's Catamaran Ventures from May 2022

Amazon to end JV with Murthy's Catamaran Ventures from May 2022

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

E-commerce giant Amazon and Infosys co-founder N R Narayana Murthy's Catamaran Ventures have "mutually decided" to not continue their joint venture (JV) beyond the end of its current term. The JV, Prione Business Services, which has been running successfully for the past seven years, was coming up for renewal on May 19, 2022. The JV enabled over 300,000 sellers and entrepreneurs to go online. It also enabled 4 million merchants with digital payment capabilities, providing these small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and merchants access to millions of customers across the country.

Gold slips below Rs 30,000, silver plunges by Rs 1,350

Gold slips below Rs 30,000, silver plunges by Rs 1,350

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

A drop in demand from local jewellers and retailers at current levels weighed on the prices

EC Restrictions: Advantage BJP

EC Restrictions: Advantage BJP

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

Without doubt, the BJP is miles ahead in marshalling digital tools for electioneering better than any other party, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Why Thyrocare sold out to PharmEasy

Why Thyrocare sold out to PharmEasy

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

'I have done enough work for many years.' 'This is a decision that many people at my age need to review.' 'I may become an exit example for people to study.'

'Nawab Malik has been jailed to keep him quiet'

'Nawab Malik has been jailed to keep him quiet'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'After he had exposed the Narcotics Bureau's wrongdoings, he threatened to expose the Enforcement Directorate as well.' 'So they are trying to rake up an old legal deal, distorting information and using the PMLA which did not even exist at that time.'

Exchange small notes at currency chest branches

Exchange small notes at currency chest branches

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Chests are select branches of banks authorised by RBI for distribution of notes and coins.

Chinese players will not be banned due to coronavirus

Chinese players will not be banned due to coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has said that it will not restrict Chinese players from participating in international competitions due to the coronavirus epidemic. Over 550 people have died in mainland China due to the flu-like virus after it first emerged in Wuhan, Hubei province, late last year and it has also shut down Chinese cities and forced thousands more into quarantine around the world.

Singapore launches medallions for Trump-Kim Summit

Singapore launches medallions for Trump-Kim Summit

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The three commemorative coins -- in gold, silver and nickel-plated -- feature an "affirmative handshake" between the two leaders, the scheduled date of the summit, the flags of both countries and the national flowers.

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Everything you need to know about the Chinese New Year and its traditions.

Lights, camera, fashion!

Lights, camera, fashion!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Ankur and Priyanka Modi's collection was meant for the neo-hippie.

The simple secret to sleep better

The simple secret to sleep better

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Pooja Khanna, co-founder, Mindhouse app reveals how simple habits can help you relax and sleep better.

Why is Rahman UPSET?

Why is Rahman UPSET?

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Unhappy with the recreation of his song Masakali, A R Rahman has asked fans to listen to the original track, saying his team put in a lot of hard work and sleepless nights in composing it.

Gold recovers on scattered buying; silver remains weak

Gold recovers on scattered buying; silver remains weak

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Traders said some buying for the marriage season mainly helped gold prices to recover.

Gold is still the 3rd-most popular investment choice

Gold is still the 3rd-most popular investment choice

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

A WGC survey says that there is no dearth of gold demand, but there is lack of trust among prospective gold buyers, not only in India but globally.

After Howdy event, Modi to meet Trump today at UN

After Howdy event, Modi to meet Trump today at UN

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

The meeting comes a day after the US President had shared the dais with Modi to address nearly 50,000 Indian-Americans at 'Howdy, Mody' event in Houston.

Why Sidhu gets to bat for Congress despite tantrums

Why Sidhu gets to bat for Congress despite tantrums

Rediff.com8 May 2021

The Congress' top leadership realises the former cricketer's utility and mass appeal. His oratory skills and ability to whip up mass hysteria in election rallies is acknowledged as an asset

Gold rush in India has now become a sprint

Gold rush in India has now become a sprint

Rediff.com26 Sep 2011

Around 700 post offices across the country would sell gold coins this year.

'Now Shivraj and Maharaj are together in BJP'

'Now Shivraj and Maharaj are together in BJP'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Asked how he will feel now to work with Scindia whom the BJP targeted during the assembly polls campaign, Chouhan said, If anyone was popular among Congress leaders, it was Maharaj, so we used 'Maaf karo Maharaj' slogan. Now Shivraj and Maharaj are together in the BJP."

VOTE: Do you think 'Hindu terror' exists?

VOTE: Do you think 'Hindu terror' exists?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2015

Rajnath Singh's remarks in Parliament on July 31 have revived the debate on 'Hindu terrorism.' What do you think?

What Du Plessis plans to do to end toss-losing streak

What Du Plessis plans to do to end toss-losing streak

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

South Africa have struggled in Indian conditions and not winning the toss in the first two Tests has only made things tougher for them. Opting to bat in Visakhapatnam and Pune, India put up 500-plus totals to virtually bat the visitors out of the game.

Silver struggles for sixth day, down Rs 320; Gold steady

Silver struggles for sixth day, down Rs 320; Gold steady

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Globally, gold fell 0.14 per cent to $1,250.10 an ounce.

BJP pits Sadhvi Pragya against Cong's Digvijay Singh

BJP pits Sadhvi Pragya against Cong's Digvijay Singh

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Arrested in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, she was given a clean chit by the National Investigation Agency, but the trial court refused to discharge her from the case.