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China's Covid overtures don't impress India

China's Covid overtures don't impress India

Rediff.com4 May 2021

India has realised that one can only deal with China from a position of strength and that is not palatable to Beijing, observes Dr Rup Narayan Das.

The man who wants Pakistani actors to leave India

The man who wants Pakistani actors to leave India

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Ameya Khopkar, MNS chief Raj Thackeray's close friend, defending his stance, says, "When our soldiers are being killed on the borders by Pakistan, why should we host their actors here?"

Soccer: 42 new positive COVID cases in EPL in a week

Soccer: 42 new positive COVID cases in EPL in a week

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Some English clubs may consider vaccine status of transfer targets

Ex-Chinese diplomat asks China to 'adjust' stand on Azhar

Ex-Chinese diplomat asks China to 'adjust' stand on Azhar

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

"First, is Azhar a terrorist? Second, was the Pathankot attack perpetrated by the Jaish-e-Mohammed group? To the first question, the answer should be yes," he said.

8 things no one will tell you about your first job

8 things no one will tell you about your first job

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Don't divulge too much; stay away from office politics.

5 health risks of working from home

5 health risks of working from home

Rediff.com11 May 2020

From lack of exercise to weight gain caused by snacking between meals, see how your unhealthy habits are affecting your body and mind.

Meet Adar Poonawala, India's COVID-19 vaccine man

Meet Adar Poonawala, India's COVID-19 vaccine man

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Serum Institute is investing $200 million to create capacities for the COVID-19 vaccine. Sohini Das profiles its 39-year-old CEO.

Kashmir's political atmosphere is an apocalypse

Kashmir's political atmosphere is an apocalypse

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

'The politicians waiting to grab the space left behind by Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti do not have any credentials,' says Athar Parvaiz.

'Economically, India is going to be a significant force'

'Economically, India is going to be a significant force'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

In India to take part in a board meeting, Martin Sorrell, chief executive officer of WPP, spoke to Alokananda Chakraborty on a wide range of subjects.

With HC verdict TN govt is safe, but not sound

With HC verdict TN govt is safe, but not sound

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

Every vote now counts in the Tamil Nadu assembly, as the ruling party is walking on a wafer-thin majority. The Opposition DMK-led combine has 98 MLAs on their side, and with four others who had won on the AIADMK's 'Two Leaves' symbol in 2016 but do not belong to the party, per se, playing hide-and-seek with the party leadership, Dhinakaran with two or three other MLAs can give sleepless nights for the ruling party than their post-verdict celebrations may seemingly indicate, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

10 habits that are slowly killing you

10 habits that are slowly killing you

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Sitting for long periods trigger a number of health problems including obesity, heart diseases, increased cholesterol levels, diabetes, stress, etc.

Jumbled seating 'new normal' as Parliament commences

Jumbled seating 'new normal' as Parliament commences

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

While nearly 200 members were present in the Lok Sabha chamber, a little over 30 were seated in the visitors' gallery located above the main chamber.

Why BJP should be grateful to Rahul Bajaj

Why BJP should be grateful to Rahul Bajaj

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'A close relationship between India Inc and the government cannot help the BJP win elections.' 'While Opposition parties may feel good about Mr Bajaj criticising the Modi regime, the BJP should be seeing the indictment as a political boon,' says A K Bhattacharya.

'Military still the most powerful institution in Pakistan'

'Military still the most powerful institution in Pakistan'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

'It has a natural inclination to foster as much competition among civilian politicians as possible.'

Differences in DCW come to fore on summoning Kumar Vishwas

Differences in DCW come to fore on summoning Kumar Vishwas

Rediff.com5 May 2015

The DCW had on Monday issued summons to Vishwas and his wife, asking them to appear before it by 3 pm on Tuesday.

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Xiaomi is the third largest smartphone brand in the top 30 cities in India.

Putin ordered campaign to influence prez election: US intel

Putin ordered campaign to influence prez election: US intel

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

The United States intelligence community in a new declassified file has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of ordering an "influence campaign" to help Donald Trump win the White House and denigrate his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in a bid to undermine public faith in the American democratic process.

COVID-19 may have hit Wuhan in Aug 2019, claims study

COVID-19 may have hit Wuhan in Aug 2019, claims study

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

China said the study was "ridiculous" and based on "superficial" information.

Terror funding: NIA files chargesheet against Hafiz Saeed, 11 others

Terror funding: NIA files chargesheet against Hafiz Saeed, 11 others

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

The probe agency said the 12,794-page chargesheet has been filed against 12 persons including Hafiz Saeed, the head of banned terror outfit Lashkar-e-Tayiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen head Syed Salahuddin for conspiring to wage war against the government (Section 121 of Indian Penal Code) by carrying out terrorist and secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Given the security dilemma prevailing between India and China, India should curb the operation of Chinese telecom companies in India, asserts Dr Rup Narayan Das.

'AAP used guerrilla and ambush techniques against me'

'AAP used guerrilla and ambush techniques against me'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

AAP's campaign against me was unethical and false, says Kiran Bedi

Brazil arrests 10 for 'amateur' terror plot against Rio Olympics

Brazil arrests 10 for 'amateur' terror plot against Rio Olympics

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Brazil arrested 10 people on Thursday suspected of belonging to a poorly organised group supporting Islamic State (IS) and discussing terrorist acts during the next month's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

Want to be a good leader? Read this!

Want to be a good leader? Read this!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

'Let's think of a leader as a camera.' 'It's not just about the leader having the ability to have a telephoto lens.' 'You do need that, but you also need a leader to take a wide angle, look over the horizon and to be able to rise up to the satellite level and look at the big picture.'

50 killed, over 700 injured in China's deadly port explosions

50 killed, over 700 injured in China's deadly port explosions

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Powerful explosions tore through a warehouse storing hazardous chemicals in north China's major port city, killing at least 50 people and injuring over 700 others as the twin blasts sent fireballs, cars and containers raining down on panic-stricken residents.

Witness to Freedom

Witness to Freedom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2017

India is free, certainly, and has been so for 70 years. But are Indians free-spirited? asks Shreekant Sambrani.

Xi plans to use CCP centenary to serve his goals

Xi plans to use CCP centenary to serve his goals

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

With his eye on next year's Party Congress, Xi Jinping is using the CCP's centenary celebrations to publicise the benefits for China from its leadership, and boost his image and contribution to China's rise, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer.

AI: The Coming Threat to Jobs

AI: The Coming Threat to Jobs

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

'Some experts believe that the only jobs that will escape automation are the ones that involve anticipating the client's need, something that AI cannot do -- not yet anyway,' says Vikram Johri.

Kerala rain fury claims 97 lives, PM to visit flood-hit areas

Kerala rain fury claims 97 lives, PM to visit flood-hit areas

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

The situation in the state was 'extremely grave', said Vijayan, who spoke to Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and Home minister, Rajnath Singh, this morning seeking more central assistance for relief operations.

Sai's Take: Aisi Kaisi Democracy!

Sai's Take: Aisi Kaisi Democracy!

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'Have we finally gotten over the holy cow syndrome?' asks Saisuresh Sivaswamy after watching Aisi Taisi Democracy in action.

Will drive-in theatres replace the multiplex?

Will drive-in theatres replace the multiplex?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

are in the process of building one at the Jio Center in Bandra Kurla Complex where the Maker Maxity building used to be. "This theatre will be on the top of the mall and should be able to accommodate 300 cars, and is expected to open sometime in January or February next year.

Scale to skill: The mantra Indian IT needs

Scale to skill: The mantra Indian IT needs

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Of the 3.9 million the sector employs, HR experts say at least 100,000 are likely to lose their jobs by the end of this financial year. Ayan Pramanik and Raghu Krishnan report.

'Modi seems to have got his mojo back'

'Modi seems to have got his mojo back'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

'Balakot and Pulwama will definitely help the BJP, but it will still not help them to create a 2014 like situation or go beyond that.'

Are ad agencies being re-invented?

Are ad agencies being re-invented?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Or is all of media being re-invented, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Pakistan's desperate moves in Valley

Pakistan's desperate moves in Valley

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Separatists and their wide network must be neutralized for peace in the Valley

Making the Infosys story extraordinary again

Making the Infosys story extraordinary again

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

With employees as brand ambassadors, can the company get the grime off its image?

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).

Oppn corners govt in RS on handling farm protests, BJP defends

Oppn corners govt in RS on handling farm protests, BJP defends

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Opposition parties on Thursday launched a vociferous attack on the Centre over its handling of the farmers' agitation, callings its dialogues with the protestors 'monologues', even as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party defended the new laws asserting that its government is committed to the welfare of peasants and increase their incomes.

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

'From India to Indiana, there has always been a sense of hope, optimism, and goodness.'

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

In a strong message to China, India and ASEAN on Thursday called for a "full and effective" implementation of the understanding between the parties involved in the South China Sea dispute, while stressing on maritime security and freedom of navigation in the critical sea lanes.

Marketers admit to their digital fears

Marketers admit to their digital fears

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

It is imperative to invest in real time marketing, even at double speed.