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Kingfisher not on cash-and-carry-mode: GVK

Kingfisher not on cash-and-carry-mode: GVK

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

Airport operator GVK on Thursday said that as of now they had not put Kingfisher Airlines on cash-and-carry mode as the airline has paid some of its dues.

'India to intensify global trade'

'India to intensify global trade'

Rediff.com29 May 2009

India will intensify its global economic engagement in sync with the country's profile and the government will take 'every possible step' to give a filip to the industry, new commerce and industry minister Anand Sharma said on Friday. Sharma is taking charge of the trade ministry at a time when India's exports have suffered a severe setback due to the global downturn.

Huge demand for Jaswant's book in Gujarat

Huge demand for Jaswant's book in Gujarat

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Jaswant Singh's controversial book on Jinnah is selling like hot cakes in Gujarat after the state high court lifted the ban, imposed by the Narendra Modi government, on it. Bookstore managers said that the book 'Jinnah: India-Partition, Independence' has generated a lot of interest among readers and the demand for it is soaring by the day.Crossword, a chain of book stores, has sold over 100 copies of the book in the city since September 4, when the ban was lifted.

The hottest fashion trends of 2009

The hottest fashion trends of 2009

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

Here's a look at the outstanding ramp trends of 2009.

Flight Voice Recorder of crashed chopper found

Flight Voice Recorder of crashed chopper found

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

A joint team of Directorate General of Civil Aviation officials and the police on Friday located the Flight Voice Recorder of the helicopter that crashed killing Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajashekhar Reddy, laying their hands on a piece of evidence that may throw some light on the incident.

Lahore blasts: Taliban group claims responsibility

Lahore blasts: Taliban group claims responsibility

Rediff.com26 Dec 2008

A hitherto unknown pro-Taliban group called 'Ansar Wa Mohajir' has claimed responsibility for Wednesday's car bomb attack in Lahore, for which four alleged Indian nationals have reportedly been arrested by Pakistani authorities.

UPA's 100 days: Long on promise, short on delivery

UPA's 100 days: Long on promise, short on delivery

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

The government was able to initiate crucial steps in the ministries of rural development, human resource development, home, finance and commerce, thanks to energetic ministers, but did not exactly win laurels on other fronts.

Ayodhya case: CBI submits report on missing files

Ayodhya case: CBI submits report on missing files

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Monday filed its interim report on the 23 missing files related to the Ayodhya title suits in a special court.

Ferrari leave options open after Badoer struggles

Ferrari leave options open after Badoer struggles

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Formula One champions Ferrari could replace stand-in driver Luca Badoer if the Italian does not raise his game significantly in Belgium next weekend.

Abhaya case: CBI says SC judge at accused's narco

Abhaya case: CBI says SC judge at accused's narco

Rediff.com10 Aug 2009

The controversial Sister Abhaya case got even more complex on Monday with the Central Bureau of Investigation telling the Kerala High Court that a Supreme Court judge was present during the narco analysis test of an accused in the case.

26/11 probe report: Ill-equipped cops, slack govt

26/11 probe report: Ill-equipped cops, slack govt

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

Amid reports that the Ram Pradhan probe has raised questions on the supervision and coordination of the police force during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, the demand for making the findings public grew loud on Monday night.

'No one calls RC Test team anymore'

'No one calls RC Test team anymore'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

The induction of England batsman Kevin Pietersen and New Zealand's Jesse Ryder, besides Banaglore lad Robin Uthappa, has helped Indian Premier League franchise Bangalore Royal Challengers shed its tag of 'Test outfit' in Twenty20 cricket, says team owner Vijay Mallya. 'Last year our team was called a Test team, but with players such as (Kevin) Pietersen, (Robin) Uthappa and (Jesse) Ryder in the squad now, no one calls it a Test team anymore,' Mallya said.

Puneet Raj Kumar as Captain Jack Sparrow?

Puneet Raj Kumar as Captain Jack Sparrow?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

Prem's Raaj -- The Showman, starring Nisha Kothari and Puneet Raj Kumar, is one of the most anticipated Kannada films this year.

Modi meets Abe, says ties will get better in 'New India'

Modi meets Abe, says ties will get better in 'New India'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Ahead of the G20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe in Osaka, Japan and discussed a range of issues of mutual interest.

Cop who probed Rizwanur case found dead

Cop who probed Rizwanur case found dead

Rediff.com11 Feb 2009

Officer in-charge of Sheoraphuli GRP S Bhattacharya said that it was prima facie a case of suicide by Arindam Manna. Manna's relatives, however, suspect foul play in the incident.

Afridi to play for Dolphins in SA domestic T20

Afridi to play for Dolphins in SA domestic T20

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

Shahid Afridi is all set to become the first Pakistani to play in South Africa's domestic Twenty20 tournament as a deal with Nashua Dolphins for next year has been finalised.

Arshavin's move to Arsenal awaits confirmation

Arshavin's move to Arsenal awaits confirmation

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

Andrei Arshavin's move to Arsenal from Russian club Zenit St Petersburg is awaiting confirmation by the Premier League, the player's agent said on Monday.

He dropped out of engineering to serve his country

He dropped out of engineering to serve his country

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

Joining the forces is a dream come true for NDA (2009) topper Cadet S M Sriram. The 18-year-old talks about life at the Academy and why he chose the Indian Navy.

Sehwag heats up the ramp at Kolkata Fashion Week

Sehwag heats up the ramp at Kolkata Fashion Week

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag walks the ramp for ace designer Rocky S on Day 1.

For Pak's peace, defeat militancy: Zardari

For Pak's peace, defeat militancy: Zardari

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Pakistan's peace and stability are linked to the defeat of militants and terrorists in the country and Islamabad is in a dialogue with the world community on this, President Asif Ali Zardari has said."Pakistan had been attacked by militants and it is imperative to defeat them for peace and stability in the country," Zardari said."The whole nation is a victim of militancy and terrorism & we must join hands for fighting the menace regardless of partisan considerations,"he said

Pak no failed State, Holbrooke tells House panel

Pak no failed State, Holbrooke tells House panel

Rediff.com6 May 2009

Holbrooke declared before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday, "We do not think that Pakistan is a failed State. We think it's a State under extreme test from the enemies who are also our enemies and who have the same common enemy -- the United States and Pakistan. It just isn't (a failed State). But it is a State under enormous social, political and economic pressure. And India is always a factor."

For executive women, it can be lonely at the top

For executive women, it can be lonely at the top

Rediff.com6 May 2009

Even today, it can be tough for women in the executive ranks.

Confusion reigns over Sebi's peer review mandate

Confusion reigns over Sebi's peer review mandate

Rediff.com4 May 2009

The compulsory peer reviews of auditors' notes for Sensex and Nifty companies for Q3 results of the last fiscal and full-year results of 2007-08 have proved a virtual non-starter, owing to confusion over its scope and the appointment of auditors.

Pakistan moves fresh troops to border

Pakistan moves fresh troops to border

Rediff.com26 Dec 2008

Amidst rising tensions with India, Pakistan has moved fresh army troops to the Line of Control in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and the international border with India to protect "vital points" along the frontier, a media report said on Friday.

Mamma Mia, says relieved Ferrari boss

Mamma Mia, says relieved Ferrari boss

Rediff.com27 Apr 2009

Formula One champions Ferrari scored their first points of the year in Bahrain on Sunday despite Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe Massa flirting with disaster on the opening lap. After three races had left the team in danger of their worst ever start to a season and prompted Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo to fly in for a show of support, the champions needed to move up a gear.

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'... That they should emerge as role-models to be emulated by the fellow countrymen; and that the middle classes should not stick only to hate-filled and scornful criticism and condemnation against the state of affairs,' remembers Mohammad Sajjad.

Karnataka won't ban Jaswant's book

Karnataka won't ban Jaswant's book

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa said the state has no plans to follow in Gujarat's footsteps and ban the book. He was speaking at a press conference on the just concluded by-elections in Karnataka.

Kerala CM attacks rival openly

Kerala CM attacks rival openly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan, whose head may be on the chopping block, has decided to go hammer and tongs against his bitter rival in the Communist Party of India-Marxist, Pinarayi Vijayan. While answering questions on the party secretary's comment about the inclusion of a new nominee from the Janata Dal in to his cabinet, the Chief Minister said that it was not the party secretary (Vijayan) but the Left Democratic Front which is the ultimate decision maker.

Terrorism biggest threat to S Asia's stability: PM

Terrorism biggest threat to S Asia's stability: PM

Rediff.com2 Aug 2008

Terrorism is the biggest threat to South Asia's stability, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh told the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation summit on Saturday."Terrorists and extremists don't know borders. We must act with determination to fight terrorism. We cannot lose the battle against ideologies of hatred," said Dr Singh.Terrorism is expected to be one of the main topics of discussion during the three-day summit, which started today in Colombo.

Merrill, Morgan bosses to forego bonuses

Merrill, Morgan bosses to forego bonuses

Rediff.com9 Dec 2008

The top executives of American entities Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley will forego their yearly bonuses amid the Wall Street executives coming under fire for the ongoing financial turmoil, say media reports.

US losing innovation superpower sheen?

US losing innovation superpower sheen?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2009

Half of all Americans expect another country to emerge this century as the world's technology leader, according to a survey released earlier this month by Duke University. 72 per cent expect the technological advancements of the 21st century to surpass those of the previous century, and only 49 per cent predict the US will lead the way in producing these advances.

Build Amarnath House on Haj House lines: Thackeray

Build Amarnath House on Haj House lines: Thackeray

Rediff.com8 Jul 2008

Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray has demanded building of a 'Amarnath House' or 'Vaishnodevi House' for Hindus on the lines of 'Haj House' in Mumbai for Muslims.

AAI suspension overshadows archers' stellar 2019 show

AAI suspension overshadows archers' stellar 2019 show

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

Suspension, internal mudslinging and factionalism overshadowed some stellar performances by Indian archers as the sport went from bad to worse with just a few months left for Tokyo Olympics in an eventful 2019. The biggest blow to Indian archery came in August when World Archery suspended the national federation after two warring groups conducted parallel elections in Delhi and Chandigarh in a clear defiance of the international body's guidelines.

Malayasia defers ruling on yoga ban

Malayasia defers ruling on yoga ban

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

A top Muslim body in Malaysia on Friday deferred a ruling whether to allow the community to practice yoga, which has been at the centre of a controversy in the country. Malaysia's National Fatwa Council deferred announcing its ruling whether Muslims in the country can practice yoga as its chairman is currently abroad.

Dell plans to up focus on India biz

Dell plans to up focus on India biz

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

As a part of this strategy, the company is rolling out its first brand campaign in India roping in real-life business heros and entrepreneurs to endorse its products, especially targeting the small and medium businesses. This is in a slight change in its marketing strategy which was earlier largely focussed on the large enterprises.

Imports: Edible oil industry cautions govt

Imports: Edible oil industry cautions govt

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

The industry body warned that such high imports will make the country heavily dependent on exporting countries, which can dictate their own terms and prices in future. It said imports of vegetable oils has increased by about 86 per cent to 46.83 lakh tonnes during November-May period in 2008-09 oil year from 25.22 lakh tonnes in the year-ago period.

China Mobile plans India entry

China Mobile plans India entry

Rediff.com18 Feb 2009

This is the first time the world's largest mobile operator in terms of the number of subscribers has expressed an interest in India. Chairman and CEO Wang Jianzhou declined to comment on whether they were already in talks with any Indian operator. He however said the approach would be cautious since the domestic market still presented huge potential for growth.

AWACS delivery delayed till March-end: IAF

AWACS delivery delayed till March-end: IAF

Rediff.com13 Feb 2009

The Indian Air Force will now have to wait till March end for Israeli airborne early warning system, whose induction has already been delayed by 16 months. "The Israeli Phalcon airborne early warning and control system (AWACS), which will provide the IAF an eye in the skies to perform surveillance and reconnaissance roles, will arrive in India only by March end," a senior IAF officer told PTI in New Delhi on Friday.

Bollywood gets Comedy Honours

Bollywood gets Comedy Honours

Rediff.com19 May 2008

A month of non-stop fun and masti, loads of rib tickling comedy, blockbuster movies, insights on some of all time favourite stars with comic excellence, hilarious gags and favourite comic scenes culminated in a grand finale at the Vodafone Comedy Honours 2008 on May 16 where Star Gold paid tribute to comic excellence in Indian cinema and felicitated some of the finest comic talent from Bollywood.

From the PM's doctor to a hero

From the PM's doctor to a hero

Rediff.com7 Feb 2009

Dr K Srinath Reddy, president, Public Health Foundation of India and head of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's health panel, is unlikely to be seen on Page 3, a natural home to some doctors.Reddy, who before taking on his current assignment was the head of the cardiology department, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (and is currently on deputation from AIIMS to PHFI), had chosen to keep a low profile till Prime Minister Manmohan Singh fell ill.