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Six arrested on terror suspicion in London

Six arrested on terror suspicion in London

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

In an early morning swoop, British police on Thursday arrested five men and a woman in London as part of a pre-planned intelligence-led operation.

Spanish women boxers build Olympic dreams on luck and pluck

Spanish women boxers build Olympic dreams on luck and pluck

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

Women's boxing will make its Olympic debut in London and while the Spanish hopefuls know how tough it would be to even qualify, they are filled with pride that the sport they have dedicated their lives to is finally getting the recognition.

CBI files charge sheet in Bank of Baroda case

CBI files charge sheet in Bank of Baroda case

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

CBI had registered a case under Section 120-B (criminal conspiracy).

PM seeks greater connect with nations in China's backyard

PM seeks greater connect with nations in China's backyard

Rediff.com19 Nov 2011

Unmindful of China's displeasure over India's involvement with nations in its backyard, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday announced a proposal to link South East Asian nations through a highway, presumably over the sea.

14 countries to join India in naval exercise in Andaman

14 countries to join India in naval exercise in Andaman

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

The five-day exercise will see the participation of Seychelles and Mauritius for the first time in the event where nine countries, including India, will field their warships, Navy officials said in New Delhi.

The 10 WORST remakes in Bollywood

The 10 WORST remakes in Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Bol Bachchan adds to the list of the worst official remakes in Hindi cinema.

Radio station left relief funds dormant for seven years

Radio station left relief funds dormant for seven years

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

An investigation by the Charity Commission has revealed that a London-based radio station that raised 160,000 for natural disaster left it unused in a bank account for almost seven years, The Guardian reported.

'Simple boy, not radical', says Shaheen Bagh shooter's family

'Simple boy, not radical', says Shaheen Bagh shooter's family

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

Kapil was tired of travelling extra kilometeres due to protests at Shaheen Bagh, said his uncle. He said Kapil usually had to travel 10 km to reach home but due to protests, he had to travel 35 km.

India keen on expanding oil, gas explorations in Vietnam

India keen on expanding oil, gas explorations in Vietnam

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Keen on expanding oil and gas explorations in Vietnam's East Sea, energy-hungry India today said it will be a "win-win" situation for both the economies.

Islamic State in India: The Jihadist Reboot

Islamic State in India: The Jihadist Reboot

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'The undiminished threat, therefore, has the potency of sustaining itself in multiple ways in the near and medium term.' 'The state agencies need to utilize innovative methods in countering radicalization and violent extremism to address this growing threat'.

With Bajaj in sidecar, Triumph to jointly roll out bikes

With Bajaj in sidecar, Triumph to jointly roll out bikes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

It's the first time in its 178-year-old history that the iconic British motorcycle firm owned by the Bloor family has got into an alliance. Three years after announcement, the two companies formally signed on the dotted lines on Friday for a long-term partnership, which aims to achieve global scale in a segment in which Royal Enfield has head-start.

Another blow to India's beleaguered auto sector

Another blow to India's beleaguered auto sector

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

After the latest spike in crude oil prices, petrol prices could potentially go up to around Rs 90 a litre making a dent in the consumer's wallet. This, the analysts fear, will push the cost of vehicle ownership in the country, further reducing the demand potential for the industry.

Mauritius, the new destination for dirty money

Mauritius, the new destination for dirty money

Rediff.com11 Nov 2011

High interest rates, minimal documentation and an unresponsive government are enough incentives for terror financiers and politicians to stash away their ill-gotten wealth to off-load their wealth to Mauritius. But does the world, especially India, realise the inherent dangers? Vicky Nanjappa reports

Lamborghini launches Aventador for Rs 3.69 crore

Lamborghini launches Aventador for Rs 3.69 crore

Rediff.com4 Nov 2011

Looking to tap the fast-growing Indian market, Italian luxury sports car-maker Automobili Lamborghini SpA on Thursday launched its latest model, the 'Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4', priced at Rs 3.69 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi), in the country.

'A smaller version of Kargil might happen'

'A smaller version of Kargil might happen'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

'If the situation escalates, then mini-scale firing might happen.'

India and Vietnam: The great game in the East

India and Vietnam: The great game in the East

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

Given the importance of Vietnam and its perpetual fear of big brother China, India must improve its relations with all the ASEAN countries, says Colonel (Dr) Anil Athale.

Worst is over for the Indian economy: Credit Suisse

Worst is over for the Indian economy: Credit Suisse

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

The worst could be over for the Indian economy, Swiss bank Credit Suisse said, after contending with many months of stubbornly high inflation and sluggish growth.

India looking to forge agri partnerships with ASEAN nations

India looking to forge agri partnerships with ASEAN nations

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

India is keen to forge partnerships with ASEAN countries for the exchange of technology to enhance farm productivity and address the impact of climate change on agriculture.

Swimming with the crocs

Swimming with the crocs

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

Adrenaline junkies are flocking to Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin City, Australia, to dive with 16-foot long crocodiles.

Indiabulls told to stop work at its IT Park

Indiabulls told to stop work at its IT Park

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

MPCB said Indiabulls had started the construction work at the IT Park project in violation of consent to establish and without complying with its directions issued on January 27.

Indian pharma cos shifting R&D to SE Asian countries

Indian pharma cos shifting R&D to SE Asian countries

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

South-east Asian countries are emerging as preferable destination for India's pharma companies to expand their business as they share similar patient population and disease profile and moreover, have a conducive environment for their operations like easy market approach without any regulatory uncertainty, the survey of Indian pharma firms highlighted.

Top 10 destinations Indians are travelling to

Top 10 destinations Indians are travelling to

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

Hotel.com's latest survey lists out the top ten destinations Indians have been travelling to. Have YOU been to these places yet?

'Ram is not only for the Hindus, Ram is for everyone'

'Ram is not only for the Hindus, Ram is for everyone'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'If the Ram Mandir is made, it is because of the collective strength of our country.'

Exports up 2.44% in Feb; trade deficit narrows

Exports up 2.44% in Feb; trade deficit narrows

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

While the import of gold fell by about 11 per cent to $2.58 billion in February as against $2.89 billion in the corresponding month last fiscal, inward shipments of petroleum products were down by nearly 8 per cent to $9.37 billion.

AI aims for operating profit of Rs 449 cr this yr

AI aims for operating profit of Rs 449 cr this yr

Rediff.com5 May 2011

AIR India's turnaround plan, which has been reviewed by consulting firm Deloitte and accepted by the airline's board, says the company will start making operating profit from this financial year itself. Air India has been running under losses since 2007.

Daredevil dangling his fiance over cliff isn't quite what it seems

Daredevil dangling his fiance over cliff isn't quite what it seems

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

A woman appears to risk her life to capture a breathtaking engagement photo, however the incredible snap is actually just an optical illusion.

Modi visits quake-affected villages in Junagadh district

Modi visits quake-affected villages in Junagadh district

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited two villages in Junagadh district which were among the affected in Thursday night's earthquake.

Earthquake hits Gujarat

Earthquake hits Gujarat

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

An eaqrthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale jolted Gujarat on Thursday night but there was no immediate report of any casualty or damage.

Why India may miss out on hosting big-ticket events

Why India may miss out on hosting big-ticket events

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

'IOC has in the past sent letters to International Federations not to award major events to Spain after athletes from Kosovo were not allowed to participate under their own flag at the Karate World Championships. And you never know it might be India next'

2013 will be a better year, says StanChart head

2013 will be a better year, says StanChart head

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

This is a significant slowdown - no doubt about that, says Neeraj Swaroop.

India, Asean to push services, investment deal

India, Asean to push services, investment deal

Rediff.com15 Jun 2011

Meeting is on June 24-25 on stalled pact, agreement likely by year-end.

Travel: Exploring Montenegro's wild beauty

Travel: Exploring Montenegro's wild beauty

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

GetAhead reader Soma Biswas shares her visit to Montenegro, a beautiful Balkan country in south eastern Europe.

Affluent Indians to be among top visitors to Malaysia: survey

Affluent Indians to be among top visitors to Malaysia: survey

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

Affluent travellers from India, China and South Africa are making a beeline to Malaysia and are set to become the top source markets of big spenders for the scenic country's tourism industry over the next two years.

India achieve a first in Sepak Takraw, secure bronze at Asian Games

India achieve a first in Sepak Takraw, secure bronze at Asian Games

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

The Indian men's sepaktakraw team settled for its maiden Asian Games bronze medal after being beaten by a formidable Thailand in the semi-finals.

Hopes run high as PM leaves for ASEAN meet

Hopes run high as PM leaves for ASEAN meet

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh left for Bali and Singapore on Thursday.

Affordable 5G devices in India by 2021: Jio

Affordable 5G devices in India by 2021: Jio

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Jio has been allocated spectrum in 28 gigahertz to run 5G trials.

Sadhvi Pragya's brother attempts suicide

Sadhvi Pragya's brother attempts suicide

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

The brother of Malegaon blast accused Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur attempted suicide in south-east Delhi on Wednesday, alleging that he was being 'harassed' by investigating agencies.Ananth Brahmachari consumed poison and was found unconscious in Jangpura locality on Wednesday afternoon, police sources said.He was rushed to AIIMS where he is currently undergoing treatment, they said.investigating agencies in connection with his sister's alleged association in terrorist acts.

Tanhaji and the distortions of history

Tanhaji and the distortions of history

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

'Indian apathy towards our historical heritage is indeed amazing,' says military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India-Asean services deal hits roadblock

India-Asean services deal hits roadblock

Rediff.com15 Dec 2010

According to a senior commerce department official, talks between India and the Association of South East Asian Nations (Asean) - the 10-country trading bloc - have hit a roadblock, with some of the advanced developing countries demanding greater flexibilities from India.

TCS opens BPO centre in Philippines

TCS opens BPO centre in Philippines

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

This is the company's first business process outsourcing centre in the South-East Asia and the latest addition to the company's Global Network Delivery Model, Tata Consultancy Services said in a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange.