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China decries South China Sea verdict

China decries South China Sea verdict

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

China released a white paper against the UN-backed tribunal's verdict, insisting that Beijing has claims over the strategic region for 2,000 years.

These animals are actually hilarious comedians!

These animals are actually hilarious comedians!

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Images of playful lion cubs and a confused seal are guaranteed to raise a smile even with the world observing coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

Countries where Islamic State is still a major threat

Countries where Islamic State is still a major threat

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

Driven from its self-styled caliphate in Iraq and Syria, Islamic State is down but not out. Where once they confronted armies, the extremist Islamist group's adherents have now staged hit-and-run raids and suicide attacks. In some cases, the group has claimed responsibility for atrocities, including the bombings of churches and hotels in Sri Lanka that killed at least 253 people. Its involvement is not always proven, but even if the link is ideological rather than operational, Islamic State still poses a security threat in many countries.

French co to buy 49% stake in GMR airport

French co to buy 49% stake in GMR airport

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Out of the total amount, Rs 9,780 crore would be towards secondary sale of shares by GMR group and Rs 1,000 crore would be equity infusion in GAL.

China to enforce fishing ban in disputed waters

China to enforce fishing ban in disputed waters

Rediff.com14 May 2012

China will enforce a fishing ban in waters around a disputed island in the resource-rich South China Sea from May 16, in an escalation of tensions in the region amid its standoff with the Philippines over the shoal.

Aman Verma gets engaged!

Aman Verma gets engaged!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Boxing great Pacquiao confirms retirement after Bradley bout

Boxing great Pacquiao confirms retirement after Bradley bout

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Filipino Manny Pacquiao insists his upcoming title bout against Timothy Bradley will be the last of his prodigious career and on Thursday said he is aiming for a convincing win to help bolster his campaign for a Senate seat.

First Look: A toast for the President

First Look: A toast for the President

Rediff.com6 Feb 2006

President Arroyo with President Kalam in Manila.

We are aiming for 85% load factor in 2 years: Air Asia chief

We are aiming for 85% load factor in 2 years: Air Asia chief

Rediff.com22 May 2014

AirAsia plans to sell 12 planes this year, a move that will bring in around 500 million ringgit ($156 million) in net profit.

Beijing-run media slams Vietnam for militarising disputed South China Sea

Beijing-run media slams Vietnam for militarising disputed South China Sea

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

China which rejected the verdict initiated by the Philippines petition has stepped up air and naval patrols to assert its controls over the region.

Road building in India is cheapest among Asian nations

Road building in India is cheapest among Asian nations

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The results are likely to please the Indian government, which has been trying to impress on domestic and foreign investors about its efforts to improve the ease of doing business.

Obama postpones Malaysia visit over US shutdown

Obama postpones Malaysia visit over US shutdown

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

United States President Barack Obama has postponed his first visit to Malaysia and the Philippines next week due to the current US government shutdown, it was announced on Wednesday.

Asiad Boxing: Amit soldiers into final, injured Vikas settles for bronze

Asiad Boxing: Amit soldiers into final, injured Vikas settles for bronze

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Debutant boxer Amit Panghal (49kg) continued his sensational run to make the final with a hard-fought win but an injured Vikas Krishan (75kg) had to settle for bronze after being declared medically unfit for his semifinal at the 18th Asian Games, in Jakarta, on Friday.

India golfers get another shot at qualifying for Tokyo Games

India golfers get another shot at qualifying for Tokyo Games

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The extension of qualifying period gives, at least half a dozen others among Indian men and possibly one woman, a chance to bid for a place in the Games.

Centre bans 2,550 foreign Tablighi members from India for 10 years

Centre bans 2,550 foreign Tablighi members from India for 10 years

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Action against the foreign Tablighi Jamaat members was first taken after over 2,300 people, including 250 foreigners, belonging to the Islamic organisation were found to be living at its headquarters located at Delhi's Nizamuddin soon after the nation-wide lockdown was announced in March. Several of these members had tested positive for coronavirus.

AFC Challenge Cup: India coach confident of improved show

AFC Challenge Cup: India coach confident of improved show

Rediff.com10 Mar 2012

Indian football Coach Savio Medeira is hoping that his boys will not repeat the past mistakes when they take on Philippines in the AFC Challenge Cup, in Kathmandu on Sunday.

S&P lowers India's GDP growth to 5.2% over global recession fears

S&P lowers India's GDP growth to 5.2% over global recession fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday lowered India's economic growth forecast to 5.2 per cent for 2020, saying the global economy is entering a recession amid the coronavirus pandemic. The agency had earlier projected a growth rate of 5.7 per cent during the 2020 calendar.

Rape victim was 'so beautiful' Filipino presidential candidate wishes he had 'been first'

Rape victim was 'so beautiful' Filipino presidential candidate wishes he had 'been first'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Dutere, 71, made a joke in reference to the brutal gang rape and murder of missionary Jacqueline Hamill at a Davao City jail back in 1989.

Sania not willing to relinquish No 1 ranking any time soon

Sania not willing to relinquish No 1 ranking any time soon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2015

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza says she would do all it takes to maintain her world number one ranking.

Magasaysay: India's perfect present, glorious past

Magasaysay: India's perfect present, glorious past

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

Rediff.com takes a look at all the Ramon Magsaysay awardees who have made India proud since 1958.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Ten images that show it's an odd, odd world we live in.

No salary hike for I-T sector workers this year

No salary hike for I-T sector workers this year

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

While industry leaders Tata Consultancy Services and Wipro have announced deferring wage-hike plans, other players such as Infosys and HCL Technologies are expected to follow suit, according to industry insiders.

1st phase of Malabar exercise begins on Tuesday

1st phase of Malabar exercise begins on Tuesday

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The exercise is taking place at a time India and China are locked in a nearly six-month-long bitter border standoff in eastern Ladakh that has significantly strained their ties.

What the South China Sea verdict means

What the South China Sea verdict means

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

'China, which had earlier blockaded New Delhi's bid to join the Nuclear Suppliers Group by citing the nuclear non-proliferation law, finds itself in an awkward position and international isolation.' 'India needs to pursue a policy of mediation between China and the Southeast Asian countries for regional security,' says Srikanth Kondapalli.

What to make of this bull market?

What to make of this bull market?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

It is impossible for anyone to explain how markets are hitting record highs during an economic recession. It is both mysterious and surreal, notes Debashis Basu.

Real wages in India expected to quadruple by 2030

Real wages in India expected to quadruple by 2030

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

On the other hand, wages in the UK and US are projected to rise by a third by 2030

'I am not a size zero and I'm happy'

'I am not a size zero and I'm happy'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Fashion's newest sweetheart, Parul Shah's inspiring words for aspiring models.

Is Xi likely to be overthrown?

Is Xi likely to be overthrown?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

China's presence in the international dog house is just the kind of opportunity that his opponents must be waiting for, predicts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Ashok Lavasa named as new ADB vice-president

Ashok Lavasa named as new ADB vice-president

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Lavasa, a career bureaucrat, joined as Election Commissioner on January 23, 2018, and being senior most on the poll panel would have become CEC in April next year after the term of incumbent Sunil Arora ends.

The world through the eyes of Damir Sagolj

The world through the eyes of Damir Sagolj

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

A look at Reuters Photojournalist of the Year Damir Sagolj's photographs.

'We are betting big on OYO Living'

'We are betting big on OYO Living'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

'Co-living is a phenomenon that is bound to strike the right chord with young people everywhere and India will lead the charge as the testing ground for all such ideas.'

Vande Bharat Mission to be expanded to central Asia, Europe

Vande Bharat Mission to be expanded to central Asia, Europe

Rediff.com8 May 2020

They said stranded Indians in central Asia as well as in various European countries will be brought back home in the second phase of evacuation beginning May 15.

Boxer Pacquiao loses Nike sponsorship for 'abhorrent' anti-gay comments

Boxer Pacquiao loses Nike sponsorship for 'abhorrent' anti-gay comments

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Nike Inc, the world's largest sportswear maker, said it had ended its contract with Manny Pacquiao after the Filipino boxer described gays as "worse than animals".

China using 'coercive' tactics with India: US

China using 'coercive' tactics with India: US

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'These tactics are particularly evident in China's pursuit of its territorial and maritime claims in the South and East China Seas as well as along its border with India and Bhutan'

91 foreign Markaz attendees granted bail

91 foreign Markaz attendees granted bail

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The 91 foreigners from 21 countries were chargesheeted for attending Markaz at Nizamuddin in New Delhi allegedly in violation of visa conditions, indulging in missionary activities illegally and violating government guidelines issued after the COVID-19 outbreak.

India's coronavirus count 166; Kashmir reports first case

India's coronavirus count 166; Kashmir reports first case

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

The cases reported on Wednesday include a couple and their two-year-old daughter in Rajasthan who had recently returned from Italy. The patients belong to Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu and had returned from Italy on March 8.

Canon mulls plants in India to hedge against US-China trade war

Canon mulls plants in India to hedge against US-China trade war

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Firm is conducting feasilbility studies on setting up units in 40 countries, will take final call based on global fallout of trade spat.

PHOTOS: Fans turn up the buzz at Asian Cup football!

PHOTOS: Fans turn up the buzz at Asian Cup football!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

The stadiums have been packed as teams play out interesting matches in the tournament that saw India kick off their campaign in style.

US approves sale of anti-ship missiles, torpedoes to India

US approves sale of anti-ship missiles, torpedoes to India

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

The sale of 10 AGM-84L Harpoon Block II air-launched missiles is estimated to cost $92 million (Rs 699 crore), while 16 MK 54 All Up Round Lightweight Torpedoes and three MK 54 Exercise Torpedoes are estimated to cost $63 million (Rs 478.8 crore), the Defence Security Cooperation Agency said on Monday in two separate notifications to the Congress.

Is India still a BPO hotspot?

Is India still a BPO hotspot?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2007

Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam--now ranked among the top 20 offshoring locations, the report said.