News for 'limbo'

It's reverse brain drain! Start-ups woo talent returning to India from US

It's reverse brain drain! Start-ups woo talent returning to India from US

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Indian start-ups and software product companies are trying to attract engineers and programmers who are either stranded in India because of the lockdown or H-1B visa holders who have been laid off.

All mobiles, TVs sold in India have a China connection

All mobiles, TVs sold in India have a China connection

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

It was expected that supplies from China will be back to normal by end-June as their factories are now operating at nearly 90 per cent of normal capacity. But the recent issue with shipments has placed an obstacle that manufacturers can't bypass.

US outlines the road ahead for nuke deal with India

US outlines the road ahead for nuke deal with India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

With the Indo-US civilian nuclear deal in a limbo in the wake of the Indian Parliament's nuclear liability law, the Barack Obama administration has asserted that complete implementation of the accord is imperative for the full transformation of the relationship.

'It is an ugly scar in the history of Parliamentary democracy'

'It is an ugly scar in the history of Parliamentary democracy'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

Constitutional experts were on Friday divided on who should be blamed for the fiasco over the Lokpal Bill in the Rajya Sabha, holding both the government and the Opposition responsible for leaving the historic legislation in limbo.Describing the high drama in the Upper House as unprecedented in the history of Parliament, former chief justice of India V N Khare said that the interest of the nation is taking a backseat.

Pakistan must never again feature in J-K talks

Pakistan must never again feature in J-K talks

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Pakistan must be deleted once and for all from the vocabulary of Kashmir-related negotiations with a finality that is irrevocable, asserts Vivek Gumaste.

Electricity export to India possible, Iran minister

Electricity export to India possible, Iran minister

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Iran is keen to explore the possibility of exporting electricity to energy-hungry India after the much-touted tri-nation gas pipeline project with New Delhi slid into limbo.

FIH nod for WSH only if Hockey India, IHF unite

FIH nod for WSH only if Hockey India, IHF unite

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

Just two days are left for its start but the World Series Hockey continues to remain in a limbo as the FIH on Monday said it cannot give sanction to the lucrative league until the two warring factions -- Hockey India and Indian Hockey Federation -- reach an agreement.

US sham univs: Obama admin puts onus on students and families

US sham univs: Obama admin puts onus on students and families

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

Obama administration says onus on students and their families to make sure they are not hoodwinked by US sham universities

NIA has a water-tight case against Headley

NIA has a water-tight case against Headley

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

India's case against Lashkar-e-Tayiba operatives Tawwahur Rana and David Coleman Headly are in limbo since no decision has been taken on whether a team of the National Investigating Agency would be sent to the United States to question them. Rana and Headly were both accused of helping plan the 26/11 terror strike in Mumbai, in which several Americans were killed. While Headley turned into a prime witness for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Rana was acquitted.

There is no good or bad time to invest

There is no good or bad time to invest

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

In bad times, the first thing impacted is the decision-making process.

Australian players to boycott 'A' tour of South Africa

Australian players to boycott 'A' tour of South Africa

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

Australia's players will boycott an 'A' team tour of South Africa later this month unless a new pay deal is struck with Cricket Australia beforehand, the Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) said on Sunday.

Pakistan as safe as anywhere in the world, says PCB CEO Wasim

Pakistan as safe as anywhere in the world, says PCB CEO Wasim

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board is hoping for the best and preparing for the worst as it seeks to mitigate financial setbacks stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, its chief executive, Wasim Khan, said. On the face of it, the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak could not have come at a worse time, striking in mid-March when the Pakistan Super League (PSL), worth about $300 million to the governing body, was about to enter the knockout stage.

'Indo-Pak dialogue is a charade, There's no trust'

'Indo-Pak dialogue is a charade, There's no trust'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Manifesting the mindset of the Pakistan military and its intelligence arm, the Inter Services Intelligence, Retired General Ehsan Ul Haq, erstwhile chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff committee of Pakistan and former ISI director, has said that the Indo-Pakistan composite dialogue, now in limbo was 'a charade'.

Fear and humanity know no god

Fear and humanity know no god

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

As the country erupts over the CAA and NRC, all I can do is think of Daya Ram from Pakistan in Jodhpur and Tehmina from Afghanistan in Delhi, says Geetanjali Krishna.

The #MeToo fallout in Bollywood

The #MeToo fallout in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Will Nana Patekar's role be deleted from Housefull 4? Will Subhash Kapoor lose the Jolly LLB franchise? Is Anu Malik's career in limbo?

COVID-19: Too early to say Olympics won't be held next year

COVID-19: Too early to say Olympics won't be held next year

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Brian McCloskey, an expert on global health security and outbreak prevention said: 'Clearly, having a vaccine would be extremely helpful, not just for the Olympics, but for all of us. But even without a vaccine I think there are other mitigation measures we will look at to make sure we can run the Games safely.'

England tour being put in jeopardy by Thakur, Shirke: Lodha

England tour being put in jeopardy by Thakur, Shirke: Lodha

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Obstinate attitude by BCCI president Anurag Thakur and secretary Ajay Shirke is putting the entire "England series in jeopardy" said a source close to the Supreme Court appointed Justice RM Lodha panel. While BCCI is yet to sign MoU with ECB regarding the clause including the financial aspects related to the series citing non-appointment of auditor, the source made it clear that the England Test series will be in a limbo if Thakur and Shirke don't file their compliance report and appear in person before the panel.

BJP running away from fresh polls in Delhi: AAP, Cong

BJP running away from fresh polls in Delhi: AAP, Cong

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

After the apex court on Tuesday rapped the Centre and the Lt Governor over the delay in government formation in Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party and Congress have charged that Bharatiya Janata Party was "running away" from fresh polls in the national capital, claims which were promptly countered by the saffron outfit

Experts: Online coaching is the 'new normal'

Experts: Online coaching is the 'new normal'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

While online coaching has become a big hit during the lockdown, the path ahead is not easy, reports Rupesh Dutta.

Starting a new business? 10 mistakes to avoid

Starting a new business? 10 mistakes to avoid

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The feeling to always be in control can hinder progress and cause serious trust issues among other stakeholders, say Nitesh Jain, CEO, co-founder, BeSingular.

Russia still violating IAAF doping rules?

Russia still violating IAAF doping rules?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Russia continues to violate anti-doping rules despite its suspension from international track and field and orders from world athletics' governing body, the IAAF, to eradicate cheating, Germany's ARD broadcaster said on Sunday.

Congress-JD-S accuse BJP of poaching their MLAs

Congress-JD-S accuse BJP of poaching their MLAs

Rediff.com16 May 2018

The Congress claimed that the BJP was "trying hard" to get their party's MLAs on their side".

Stokes gets go-ahead for IPL

Stokes gets go-ahead for IPL

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Meanwhile, Middlesex middle-order batsman Dawid Malan has been confirmed the replacement of Stokes in the ODI squad.

15 fishermen trapped in Iran: Is Sushma Swaraj listening?

15 fishermen trapped in Iran: Is Sushma Swaraj listening?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

The boat's Arab owner says he has paid the fine of Rs 29.5 lakhs, but the Iranians now want parking fees. As the Arab-Persian standoff continues, the Indian fishermen's families live in a state of limbo.

Disappointing to see cricket being targeted after Pulwama attack: Pak captain

Disappointing to see cricket being targeted after Pulwama attack: Pak captain

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

India need to change its policy of mixing sports with politics.

Aus college dupe Indian students pursuing aviation

Aus college dupe Indian students pursuing aviation

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

Fate of several Indian students enrolled in a Sydney-based aviation college have been left in limbo after their dreams of acquiring commercial pilot license remained unfulfilled even after paying thousands of dollars.

3 lessons HR managers must know

3 lessons HR managers must know

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

Sunder Ramachandran, managing partner at WCH Training Solutions learnt some important lessons in human resource management from a person who was laid off from a private equity firm that paid him $65,000 per annum.

Gatlin strives for redemption after doping ban ends

Gatlin strives for redemption after doping ban ends

Rediff.com25 Jul 2010

In the searing Georgia sun, American Justin Gatlin works alone on resurrecting a sprinting career cast into limbo by a four-year doping ban.

Inception: A sure blockbuster

Inception: A sure blockbuster

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

Inception will should best film and best director nominations for the Academy Awards. Deservedly.

Prasar Bharati asked to create more jobs for women

Prasar Bharati asked to create more jobs for women

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

Rapping Prasar Bharati for the dwindling number of women employees in lower categories, a Parliamentary panel has asked it to take appropriate measures to create more job opportunities for the fairer sex.

HC demands MCA response over extra water usage for additional IPL ties

HC demands MCA response over extra water usage for additional IPL ties

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

The MCA stadium at Gahunje in Pune will host the remaining six 'home' matches of IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after these were shifted from the southern city following protests over the Cauvery water-sharing issue in the Tamil Nadu capital.

SC to hear Swamy's plea on Ram Temple construction

SC to hear Swamy's plea on Ram Temple construction

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Swamy has contended that the pendency of the appeals in the SC has restricted his fundamental right to worship and enjoy dignity of life.

ASK ANU: 'We used to be a happy couple but...'

ASK ANU: 'We used to be a happy couple but...'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

How start-ups will evolve in 2019

How start-ups will evolve in 2019

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Tech start-ups will continue to take the lead in bolstering the regional economy, says Murali Talasila.

Threat of demolition still hounds 300,000 Delhi slum-dwellers

Threat of demolition still hounds 300,000 Delhi slum-dwellers

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

'The people, media and politicians are ready to listen to the troubles of Kangana Ranaut, but we are unwanted lives in the heart of Delhi.' Shine Jacob reports.

Nalco's Rs 20,000-cr projects delayed

Nalco's Rs 20,000-cr projects delayed

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

The policies of the Indonesian government and a volatile political situation in Iran are keeping the aluminium major from setting up its plants entailing an estimated investment of over Rs 20,000 crore (Rs 200 billion), NALCO CMD C R Pradhan told PTI during his recent visit to Kolkata. Nalco was aiming to ramp up its production capacity to 2,10,000 tonnes per annum for the current fiscal. In 2010-11, the capacity would be scaled up to 2,60,000 tonnes.

11,000 Tamil detainees in Lankan legal web: HRW

11,000 Tamil detainees in Lankan legal web: HRW

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

Asking Sri Lanka to end the indefinite detention of 11,000 people for suspected links with the Tamil Tigers, a global human rights body on Tuesday said the lack of transparency on the issue raises concerns about possible torture of those in custody.

Breather for Posco after arrest of five

Breather for Posco after arrest of five

Rediff.com15 Oct 2008

The Jagatsinghpur district administration, under whose jurisdiction the site falls, has decided to convene a meeting of the Rehabilitation and Periphery Development Advisory Committee next week to finalise land valuation, compensation and rehabilitation packages. Even after three years of signing of MoU with the state government, the Posco project was a non starter due to stiff opposition by the locals led by PPSS activists.

Australia: Students uneasy as colleges face audits

Australia: Students uneasy as colleges face audits

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Unease is growing among thousands of Indian students that they could lose their college berths as Australian authorities crack down after an expose that most of these institutions are "very much sub-standard".

'Only positivity can keep us going'

'Only positivity can keep us going'

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'While we are all trying to stay indoors and help flatten the curve, all recruitment processes have been put on hold and I am unable to find a job for myself.'