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Singapore-based DBS Bank plans to trim India branches in 2-3 years

Singapore-based DBS Bank plans to trim India branches in 2-3 years

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

The combined deposits of its Indian operations stood at SGD 9 billion and net advances were at SGD 5.6 billion at the end of December 2020.

Crypto industry sees exits ahead of new tax regime

Crypto industry sees exits ahead of new tax regime

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

With days to go before the new tax regime around crypto assets kicks in, several investors are reportedly either booking profits, rejigging their portfolios or moving their crypto assets to their private wallets outside of India. Starting April, gains from trading in crypto and other virtual assets like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) will be taxed at a flat 30 per cent, as announced in the Union Budget. And, 1 per cent of tax will be deducted at source (TDS) on every transaction involving crypto and other virtual assets. The new tax regime also bars investors from offsetting losses from one crypto asset (such as Bitcoin) against gains from another (say, Ethereum).

Would you dare to taste boiled snails in Morocco?

Would you dare to taste boiled snails in Morocco?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Presenting the best street foods across the world.

Asian Games: Teen shooting sensation Saurabh wins gold; Rajput silver

Asian Games: Teen shooting sensation Saurabh wins gold; Rajput silver

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Debutant teenager Saurabh Chaudhary clinched India's first shooting gold of the 18th Asian Games, fetching the top honours in the men's 10m air pistol event, in Palembang, on Tuesday.

Paes back in training with Olympics on mind

Paes back in training with Olympics on mind

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

India's seven-time Olympian Leander Paes says only the best should represent the country.

Hunt for Trump-Kim venue leads to Singapore's Sentosa Island

Hunt for Trump-Kim venue leads to Singapore's Sentosa Island

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Extra security measures will be in force for these areas in the period between June 10 and 14.

World leaders, grateful Singaporeans bid adieu to Lee Kuan Yew

World leaders, grateful Singaporeans bid adieu to Lee Kuan Yew

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

Tens of thousands of people on Sunday braved heavy rains to bid a teary adieu to Singapore's founding leader Lee Kuan Yew in a grand funeral attended by many world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'While we conversed in Marathi, she would always make it a point to ask me in English, "Are you okay? Have you eaten?"' 'I sorely miss that care and concern.'

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The Swiss was handed a code violation for swearing in the third set of Tuesday's match after the lineswoman reported Federer to Serbian chair umpire Marijana Veljovic.

Djokovic sorry for mistakes; visa for Australian Open still in doubt

Djokovic sorry for mistakes; visa for Australian Open still in doubt

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Novak Djokovic blamed "human error" on Wednesday for a mistake in his Australian immigration paperwork and apologised for breaking isolation for a photoshoot when he had COVID-19 last month.

Meet the world's highest-earning female athlete

Meet the world's highest-earning female athlete

Rediff.com22 May 2020

Naomi Osaka's total is the most ever earned by a female athlete in a 12-month period.

Football PIX: Asensio strike sets up Spain-Brazil final

Football PIX: Asensio strike sets up Spain-Brazil final

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

Brazil will face the winners of Tuesday's other semi-final between Spain and Japan in Saitama.

La Liga: Real back on top; Barcelona held by Alaves

La Liga: Real back on top; Barcelona held by Alaves

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Real Madrid moved back to the top of La Liga as Vinicius Junior scored both goals in a 2-1 victory at Elche on Saturday.

Zverev tests negative for coronavirus

Zverev tests negative for coronavirus

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Earlier in the day, Croatia's Borna Coric said he has tested positive for coronavirus. He became the second player to test positive for COVID-19 after Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov.

The tragedy of Indian workers abroad

The tragedy of Indian workers abroad

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

'This country's backwardness is exposed when Indians bribe, coax and cajole agents to get back-breaking jobs abroad to save a little money at home,' observes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Check out Asian Games 2018 schedule

Check out Asian Games 2018 schedule

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

The 18th Asian Games will be a reality check for India's athletes.

Abuse allegations: British Gymnastics to step aside from review

Abuse allegations: British Gymnastics to step aside from review

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

A number of ex-gymnasts have come forward and described abusive behaviour from coaches and staff.

Svitolina subdues Stephens to claim WTA Finals triumph

Svitolina subdues Stephens to claim WTA Finals triumph

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

Elina Svitolina stretched every sinew in a brilliant display of defensive tennis to register the biggest win of her career when she rallied for a 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 triumph over Sloane Stephens in an enthralling WTA Finals title decider on Sunday.

Tax on crypto trade will not bestow legality on it, says CBDT chief

Tax on crypto trade will not bestow legality on it, says CBDT chief

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

The Budget announcement of taxing 'virtual digital assets' or crypto currencies will help the income-tax department measure the "depth" of this trade in the country, know the investors and the nature of their investments and it does not "attach any legality" to these transactions, Central Board of Direct Taxes chairman J B Mohapatra said.

'Letting the world know we will be back!'

'Letting the world know we will be back!'

Rediff.com21 May 2020

'The world outside my window now is mostly uninhabited, barring the few masked figures that skirt around my shadow as I walk the empty roads for the occasional grocery run.'

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, it's robots to the rescue!

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, it's robots to the rescue!

Rediff.com13 May 2020

The robots are here!! A cylindrical robot rolls into a treatment room to allow healthcare workers to remotely take temperatures and measure blood pressure and oxygen saturation from patients hooked up to a ventilator. Another robot that looks like a pair of large fluorescent lights rotated vertically travels throughout a hospital disinfecting with ultraviolet light. These are just a few of the robots which are being used during the COVID-19 pandemic, from health care in and out of hospitals, automation of testing, supporting public safety and public works, to continuing daily work and life. Here's a look at how Artificial Intelligence is being used in this war against COVID-19.

Aus Open PHOTOS: Halep, Kerber to clash in semis after easy wins

Aus Open PHOTOS: Halep, Kerber to clash in semis after easy wins

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

Germany's Angelique Kerber breezed past American Madison Keys in straight sets to enter the Australian Open semi-finals in Melbourne on Wednesday. The 2016 champion easily won 6-1, 6-2 in just 51 minutes.

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Djokovic gets second bite at history in the Big Apple

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

After an Olympic stumble Novak Djokovic will get a second bite at history in the Big Apple with a calendar year Grand Slam there for the taking at the US Open.

PM Modi congratulates Indian shooters

PM Modi congratulates Indian shooters

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, congratulated Indian shooters Saurabh Chaudhary, Abhishek Verma and Sanjeev Rajput for winning medals in the Asian Games in Jakarta.

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The next 12 months will see many world cinema heavyweights unveiling exciting new films.

Messi double helps Barca see off Elche

Messi double helps Barca see off Elche

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

The Dutchman burst through the middle of the pitch and laid the ball off for Messi to dribble into the net for an 18th league goal of the season, extending his lead at the top of the scoring charts.

Evans urge Djokovic, Nadal to play the US Open

Evans urge Djokovic, Nadal to play the US Open

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

The US Open organisers are assessing safety measures for the tournament scheduled to begin on Aug. 31 without spectators after the COVID-19 pandemic stalled the season in March.

iPhone X launch: The LONG lines and madness around the world

iPhone X launch: The LONG lines and madness around the world

Rediff.com3 Nov 2017

The race to get your hands on the flagship iPhone is on.

PICS: 'Two out of two' for dominant Djokovic

PICS: 'Two out of two' for dominant Djokovic

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Tennis matches at the Ariake Tennis Park will begin from 3pm local time (0600 GMT) from Thursday, governing body International Tennis Federation said after requests from players who had struggled in the stifling weather.

PIX: Nadal recovers from loss to help Spain enter semis

PIX: Nadal recovers from loss to help Spain enter semis

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

World number one Rafael Nadal recovered from an upset loss against Belgium's David Goffin to win the deciding doubles match and send Spain into the semi-final of the ATP Cup teams event in Sydney in the early hours of Saturday. Spain will now play host nation Australia in the inaugural event, while Serbia, led by world number two Novak Djokovic, take on Russia.

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Nadal will not be playing at Wimbledon, having decided to rest, while eight-time champion Federer is showing signs that, at 39, the window of opportunity to win one more Slam is closing.

Singapore GP: Hamilton storms to stunning pole

Singapore GP: Hamilton storms to stunning pole

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Lewis Hamilton tightened his grip on securing a fifth Formula One world title by coming from nowhere to claim a stunning pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix in his Mercedes on Saturday.

'Rubbish!': Alia on trouble with Ranbir

'Rubbish!': Alia on trouble with Ranbir

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

'Who said they didn't meet on her birthday? Right now Ranbir has his father's health issues to deal with.'

4 Questions On Crypto Regulation

4 Questions On Crypto Regulation

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

It is not the job of regulators to ensure that users make profits. It is not the job of regulators to prevent people from making losses. It is not the job of regulators to prevent people from doing stupid things, argues Ajay Shah.

Why Indian MBAs and engineers love Google

Why Indian MBAs and engineers love Google

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Google has emerged as top choice in the Top 100 Ideal Employer Rankings in a survey conducted among Indian management and engineering students.

No medal for Djokovic for third straight Games

No medal for Djokovic for third straight Games

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

The world number one had arrived in Tokyo aiming to become the first man to win all four majors and an Olympic gold medal in the same calendar year. But that quest came to an end after he was beaten by fifth-ranked German Alexander Zverev in Friday's semi-final.

No race cancellation even if driver has COVID, says F1 boss

No race cancellation even if driver has COVID, says F1 boss

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

F1 chief executive Chase Carey was speaking after the sport published an eight-race initial calendar with the season starting in Austria on July 5.

Shudder! Olympics with Chinese Characteristics

Shudder! Olympics with Chinese Characteristics

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'The Olympic Spirit has been thrown to the wind in Xi Jinping's China.' 'The International Olympic Committee is ready to kowtow to totalitarian China,' notes Claude Arpi.

Kiwi batsman Williamson to fly home with fractured thumb

Kiwi batsman Williamson to fly home with fractured thumb

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson will reportedly fly home from Bangladesh following a fractured left thumb, which has left him in doubt for the home series against West Indies.

Aga Khan hockey: RCF, Karnataka score

Aga Khan hockey: RCF, Karnataka score

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers, Mumbai, powered by Shiva Kumar's double strikes, overcame hosts Bombay Gymkhana President's XI 4-1 in a first round match of the DCB Presents Aga Khan hockey tournament - 2011, at the Bombay Gymkhana ground, on Monday.