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72 killed in fire at footwear factory in Philippines

72 killed in fire at footwear factory in Philippines

Rediff.com14 May 2015

A fire that engulfed a footwear factory in the northern Philippines has killed 72 people.

Asian Games: Squash players assure India three medals

Asian Games: Squash players assure India three medals

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Ghosal, Dipika-Harinder and Abhay-Anahat pairs reach semis to stay in medal hunt

'We Are Building Products For The World'

'We Are Building Products For The World'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'We want to prove to the world that they will get the best code written from a small place like Wayanad.'

Rugby: India beat Philippines 11-3

Rugby: India beat Philippines 11-3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

India thus made it back into Group 4 from which they were relegated last year after losing to Thailand and Malaysia.

Over 1200 feared killed as monster typhoon ravages Philippines

Over 1200 feared killed as monster typhoon ravages Philippines

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Over a 100 people died on Friday as Super Typhoon Haiyan battered central Philippines with winds upto 315 kmph forcing millions to take shelter.

Akash NG Can Shoot Enemy Target In Seconds

Akash NG Can Shoot Enemy Target In Seconds

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

By the time the enemy aircraft is 50 km away, the Akash-NG's computers have calculated the launch trajectory and impact point and launched the missile.

'China slows, India grows': S&P pegs 7% GDP growth for India by 2026

'China slows, India grows': S&P pegs 7% GDP growth for India by 2026

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

India's GDP growth rate will rise to 7 per cent by 2026 compared to 4.6 per cent for China, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday. In a report titled 'China Slows India Grows', S&P said it expects Asia-Pacific's growth engine to shift from China to South and Southeast Asia. "We project China's GDP growth to slow to 4.6 per cent in 2024 (2023: 5.4 per cent), edge up to 4.8 per cent in 2025, and return to 4.6 per cent in 2026.

Maritime row between China and Philippines flares up

Maritime row between China and Philippines flares up

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

The maritime row between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea has flared up as Manila with tacit United States backing lined up its naval ships at the disputed island to challenge Chinese claims over it, leaving a perplexed Beijing to mull military options.

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Check out the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Now in its 17th year, the World Photography Organisation's awards ceremony is a major annual moment recognising the best photography in the world, celebrating the images and stories that have resonated with global audiences over the past year.

IPTL: Nadal, Sania help Indian Aces thrash Philippines Mavericks

IPTL: Nadal, Sania help Indian Aces thrash Philippines Mavericks

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Legendary Rafael Nadal was at his energetic best in his two wins as rampaging Indian Aces continued their sparkling run in the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with a 30-12 rout of the Philippines Mavervicks, on the opening day of the Indian leg of the event.

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The pilot ejected safely and a court of inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the accident, the IAF said in a brief statement.

Typhoon Haiyan, one of strongest storms ever, slams Philippines

Typhoon Haiyan, one of strongest storms ever, slams Philippines

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The world's strongest typhoon on record has reportedly hit the Philippines' central islands with 380 kmph wind speed, leading to evacuations of millions of people to high ground and storm shelters in 20 provinces.

How India is betting big on global outsourced chip play

How India is betting big on global outsourced chip play

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

India is all set to make its presence felt in the $47 billion global outsourced semiconductor testing and packaging market, an arena where Malaysia and Vietnam have been way ahead so far. The Cabinet last Thursday cleared two projects, the Tata's assembly testing and packaging plant (ATMP) and the Murugappa-owned CG Power with Renesas from Japan as its tech partner. These, together with Micron's assembly and testing plant which is already being constructed in Sanad in Gujarat, will collectively invest Rs 47,300 crore to set up the factories.

Obama, Philippine President exchange pleasantries after 'son of a b***h' slur

Obama, Philippine President exchange pleasantries after 'son of a b***h' slur

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The two met informally in a holding room before attending a gala dinner in the Lao capital marking the beginning of the yearly ASEAN summit.

'Indian crews are very good'

'Indian crews are very good'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'Indians are basically liked because they are educated, they are intelligent.'

Asian Games 2023: Medals Table

Asian Games 2023: Medals Table

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Medals table of the 2023 Asian Games.

Hong Kong busts $1.8-bn money laundering syndicate with India links, 7 held

Hong Kong busts $1.8-bn money laundering syndicate with India links, 7 held

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The syndicate used "stooge" bank accounts and shell companies to transfer the largest amount linked to a single case recorded in the city, the Customs and Excise Department of Hong Kong said.

Bringing In 2024 Around The World

Bringing In 2024 Around The World

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

How 2024 arrived the world over.

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Chess: Easy wins see India teams stay in second spot

Chess: Easy wins see India teams stay in second spot

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Arjun Erigaisi's win over In-Jung Gu came after a stiff fight with the Korean having gained an advantage before slipping up.

'Bt Brinjal from Bangla,Philippines may come here'

'Bt Brinjal from Bangla,Philippines may come here'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

It may creep in via Bangladesh and Philippines, according to A R Reddy, co-chair of Genetic Engineering Approval (now Appraisal) Committee that approved the vegetable for commercial use.

Offshore syndication of loans at 15-yr high, zooms to $21 bn in '23

Offshore syndication of loans at 15-yr high, zooms to $21 bn in '23

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Funds raised by India Inc. through offshore loan syndication hit a 15-year high in 2023 with companies and banks raising $21.4 billion, the highest since 2007. The momentum is expected to continue in 2024 as well with over $4 billion fund raising expected in the first three months of this year. Companies raise funds, both onshore and offshore, depending on interest rates and activities. Funds raised offshore can be deployed in overseas activities.

Digvijay leads Indian challenge at Philippines Ope

Digvijay leads Indian challenge at Philippines Ope

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

The Indian golfer was tied seventh at three-under 141, four behind midway leader Liang Wen-Chong of China at the Philippines Open.

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Spain began their Women's World Cup campaign in scintillating fashion by beating Costa Rica

Asian Games, Chess: Indian men falter in 2nd round

Asian Games, Chess: Indian men falter in 2nd round

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Gujrathi faced a reverse at the hands of his Kazakh opponent.

Foreign Medical Graduates On Tenterhooks

Foreign Medical Graduates On Tenterhooks

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

There is confusion around the registration guidelines and the cut-off dates for acquiring the degrees.

Color Chips to open centre in Philippines

Color Chips to open centre in Philippines

Rediff.com28 May 2004

Color Chips India Ltd is planning to open a wholly-owned subsidiary in Philippines to increase its current production capacity.

Israel extends truce, Hamas to free 10 hostages for each extra day

Israel extends truce, Hamas to free 10 hostages for each extra day

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Thursday announced that the operational pause in the Gaza Strip will continue amid the mediator's efforts to continue the process of releasing the hostages and subject to the terms of the framework.

Philippines explosion leaves 11 dead, 68 wounded

Philippines explosion leaves 11 dead, 68 wounded

Rediff.com5 Jan 2004

The blast took place at a packed gymnasium in Parang town in southern Philippine

Cui, 13, is China's youngest Asian Games gold medallist

Cui, 13, is China's youngest Asian Games gold medallist

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The 13-year-old skateboarder won the women's street event at the Asian Games on Wednesday.

Modi's Edifice Complex

Modi's Edifice Complex

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

To understand Modi, listen to what he does not say -- vide NRC, suggests Prem Panicker.

Why the prime minister is going to Philippines

Why the prime minister is going to Philippines

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

On the sidelines of the India-ASEAN summit, Prime Minister Singh might also have bilateral meetings with some of the leaders.

Samsung Pushes Xiaomi To 3rd Spot

Samsung Pushes Xiaomi To 3rd Spot

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Counterpoint Research estimates that Xiaomi will end CY23 with a volume market share in CY23 to 15 per cent, pushing the Chinese company, which has faced numerous challenges and scrutiny from investigative agencies, to the third place.

India's Share Of Global FDI Inflow Climbs To 4.2% in Q1 of FY23

India's Share Of Global FDI Inflow Climbs To 4.2% in Q1 of FY23

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

This is despite the fact that total FDI into India has fallen by 22 per cent from $58 billion in FY22 to $46 billion in FY23, according to the Reserve Bank of India.

PM arrives in Philippines for India-ASEAN summit

PM arrives in Philippines for India-ASEAN summit

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

The prime minister said he would hold bilateral meetings, among others, with Philippines President Gloria Macpagal Arroyo, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and Vietnam's Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung.

Pro-Palestine Aussie pitch invader sent to 1-day police custody

Pro-Palestine Aussie pitch invader sent to 1-day police custody

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Wen Johnson (24) had intruded into the pitch at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium just before the drinks break in the final at around 3pm, but was immediately apprehended by security personnel as he approached batter Virat Kohli.

Some Indians among 91 evacuated from war-torn Sudan to Saudi Arabia

Some Indians among 91 evacuated from war-torn Sudan to Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

The evacuation came days after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Saudi Arabia counterpart and Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation in Sudan.