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Reliance Games reveals its ambitious global plans

Reliance Games reveals its ambitious global plans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

We will do 7-8 high-end games for global markets every year, Manish Agarwal, CEO, Reliance Games

Trump picks ExxonMobil CEO as his Secretary of State

Trump picks ExxonMobil CEO as his Secretary of State

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Tillerson is a veteran chief executive who has had extensive overseas business dealings but his relationships with foreign leaders could complicate his confirmation prospects.

After Bihar thumping, blame game begins within BJP

After Bihar thumping, blame game begins within BJP

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Rumblings of discontent in the Bharatiya Janata Party followed the party's disastrous performance in Bihar assembly elections on Sunday.

'This Test team reminds me of our times between 2000-2011'

'This Test team reminds me of our times between 2000-2011'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Tendulkar suggests 'radical changes in Ranji Trophy cricket and suggests home and away series to determine fair result

Article 15 Review: Entertaining social drama

Article 15 Review: Entertaining social drama

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

'Article 15 is not the work of a hack, or of someone merely scooping a plot out of newspaper headlines.' 'It is a well-researched, clear-headed movie; but its findings have a purpose,' says Sreehari Nair.

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Baby wrongly declared dead by Max Hospital passes away

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

A panel formed by the Delhi government to look into the case on Tuesday found Max Hospital guilty of not following prescribed medical norms in dealing with newborn infants.

Fear of Naxal disturbances in Sept keeps police on their toes

Fear of Naxal disturbances in Sept keeps police on their toes

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

With the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist) planning to create disturbances to mark its decade of formation this September, police is bracing up to counter any such move and make people aware about the "futility" of the rebel movements.

#StartUpIndia: 'Ideas are easy, implementation is hard'

#StartUpIndia: 'Ideas are easy, implementation is hard'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

'Once I was ready with my product I started looking for funding and realised people would not understand how a woman could, without a technology or an IIT/M background, be running the business alone.' 'Today when I connect the dots I feel grateful about how I have been able to overcome and learn with every failure.'

How to win the battle against inflation and still sustain growth

How to win the battle against inflation and still sustain growth

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Flexibly targeting inflation is consistent with a demand stimulus, says Ashima Goyal.

Six areas of reforms to expect from Modi's banking retreat

Six areas of reforms to expect from Modi's banking retreat

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

The meeting will be attended by all heads and EDs of public sector banks

To widen reach, Disney to stream content via Facebook, YouTube

To widen reach, Disney to stream content via Facebook, YouTube

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Using Facebook video or YouTube for content distribution is not new.

'Twitter has never been more vibrant than it is now'

'Twitter has never been more vibrant than it is now'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

'Why Twitter? To reiterate, because Live is powerful'.

China drives India into the arms of the US

China drives India into the arms of the US

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

'If the dimensions of the strategic partnership worked out by India and the US seem like a grand alliance targeted at you-know-who, China had better realise that it has fathered it,' says B S Raghavan, a long time observer of China.

'When Modi-Shah lose, no one questions their failure'

'When Modi-Shah lose, no one questions their failure'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

'Where they lose, you never ask why they failed there, like in Bihar and Punjab.' 'You are stuck on the UP victory, thinking they have the mandate to rule for all times to come.' 'The BJP has 282 MPs, but can I honestly say that the BJP is the party for everyone?'

The National Highway: The Kashmir Valley's death trap

The National Highway: The Kashmir Valley's death trap

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

The Pampore attack 'has the stamp of LeT written all over it.'
'They are exactly like the so-called fidayeen of the 1999-2003 phase, when J&K witnessed a surge in suicide attacks on various important garrisons,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd), who served as the General Officer Commanding 15 Corps in Kashmir.

India on verge of becoming world's most digitised economy: PM

India on verge of becoming world's most digitised economy: PM

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

"India has become the fastest growing major economy in the world. Despite the global slowdown, we have registered excellent growth. Today, India is a bright spot in the global economy. We are seen as the engine of global growth," he said.

Here's what Obama said in last presser as US Prez

Here's what Obama said in last presser as US Prez

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

"At my core I think we're going to be OK," Obama said.

Will you quit your job to hit the road?

Will you quit your job to hit the road?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Why are more and more young people quitting their day jobs to travel? Abhishek Mande Bhot finds out.

How the new government should deal with China

How the new government should deal with China

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

The new government needs to clearly insist on diplomatic reciprocal arrangements with China. While reciprocity is a function of power in bilateral relations, the Modi-led government's responses should be based on India'S inherent strengths, says China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

How Sindhu changed into the 'Dragon Slayer'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Once labelled mild and fragile, P V Sindhu has undergone an astounding transformation at Pullela Gopichand Academy - a mix and match of different exercises, on-court training and yoga that make up Sindhu's days, most of which begin with her starting practice at 4:15 am -- that is helping her slay the world's best, writes Nikita Puri

When Vidya, Anushka, Madhuri went on a thrilling spree!

When Vidya, Anushka, Madhuri went on a thrilling spree!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

Looking at the Hindi film heroine at her thrilling best.

Wipro Q3 profit up 2%, meets estimates

Wipro Q3 profit up 2%, meets estimates

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Revenue from its IT services business rose 9 percent to $1.86 billion.

Why Modi chose Dineshwar Sharma as his point man for J&K

Why Modi chose Dineshwar Sharma as his point man for J&K

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

'The government is in no hurry to talk to the separatists and would like to approach the Kashmiri people directly through various other organisations.' 'Officials in charge of J&K affairs at the Centre are clear that there would be no let up in the operations against terrorists,' reveals BharatShakti.in founder Nitin A Gokhale.

Novartis buys GSK's cancer drugs for $16 bn in three-part deal

Novartis buys GSK's cancer drugs for $16 bn in three-part deal

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

In separate statements, the two companies said they will combine Novartis' over-the-counter division with GSK's consumer business, creating a new world-leading consumer healthcare business with $10 billion in annual sales.

Nine Uttarakhand Congress rebels join BJP

Nine Uttarakhand Congress rebels join BJP

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Another MLA Rekha Arya, who was also supposed to join the BJP on Wednesday, is visiting the Simhasth Kumbh in Ujjain, but has sent her acceptance to the party.

How the Congress can win the 2018 elections

How the Congress can win the 2018 elections

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

'The Congress shall have to take some brave-tough decisions to give a new social face to the party and its leadership composition,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

Bengaluru Test: Wary India seek turnaround against upbeat Australia

Bengaluru Test: Wary India seek turnaround against upbeat Australia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Virat Kohli will face the toughest battle of his fledgling captaincy career when India take on a resurgent Australia in the second cricket Test.

We want to win by big margins and not be casual, says Kohli

We want to win by big margins and not be casual, says Kohli

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

Aiming to seal the series against Sri Lanka after two massive victories, India captain Virat Kohli on Saturday said the team wants to win every game possible and adopt a ruthless approach ahead of the World Cup next year.

If it ain't broke, don't fix the SC collegium

If it ain't broke, don't fix the SC collegium

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Unless there is a solution that improves the present system of appointment of judges, it's best to not tinker with it, says Jayant Tripathi.

Obamas get a crash course on Indian culture

Obamas get a crash course on Indian culture

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

The Obamas got a glimpse of Indian culture and ethos at Rajpath on Monday

Trump flips on 'One China' policy, endorses it in call with Xi

Trump flips on 'One China' policy, endorses it in call with Xi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Under the policy, the US recognises and has formal ties with China rather than the island of Taiwan, which China sees as a breakaway province to be reunified with the mainland one day.

Champions Trophy: India aren't the favourites, but...

Champions Trophy: India aren't the favourites, but...

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

England are the favourites, but India's tried-and-tested squad are in the hunt in the Champions Trophy.

How does a legacy brand like Wipro reinvent itself?

How does a legacy brand like Wipro reinvent itself?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

The IT major is donning a new face for the changing times, says Ayan Pramanik.

How does a legacy brand like Wipro reinvent itself?

How does a legacy brand like Wipro reinvent itself?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

The IT major is donning a new face for the changing times, says Ayan Pramanik.

Does Paytm have its finger in too many pies?

Does Paytm have its finger in too many pies?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

What explains Vijay Shekhar Sharma's optimism when other players have started to tread cautiously is Paytm's huge customer base: It has 120 million users and counting, says Nivedita Mookerji.

Modi-Xi meet: Chinese defence minister to visit India next month

Modi-Xi meet: Chinese defence minister to visit India next month

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

President Xi said that the Chinese side is ready to work with the Indian side to carry forward the fresh impetus of bilateral relations.

'Indian markets are on a strong wicket'

'Indian markets are on a strong wicket'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Given the volatility of the global marketplace, India is already on a strong wicket and well poised to provide a lucrative option to foreign investors.

6 tips for you to stay fit

6 tips for you to stay fit

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

The keys for attaining good health and a fit body are quite simple. All of you have to do is take care of good nutrition, physical activity, sufficient sleep and rest, meditation and conscious breathing.

Why you should know what's going on in France

Why you should know what's going on in France

Rediff.com2 May 2017

'France's challenges revolve around an uncertain economic future, multiple terrorist attacks on French soil and a European migration crisis tied to the situation in Syria and Iraq.'

Flipkart's big plans to take on rivals

Flipkart's big plans to take on rivals

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Flipkart's current valuation is an estimated $12 billion.