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China engaging in behaviour that is troubling Japan, India: Bolton

China engaging in behaviour that is troubling Japan, India: Bolton

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Bolton said that the arguments for China joining the World Trade Organisation was that it would become a more market-oriented rules-based society.

50,000 Indians took US citizenship in 2017: Report

50,000 Indians took US citizenship in 2017: Report

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

This is 4,000 more than 2016's figure of 46,188 Indian naturalisation and 8,000 more than 42,213 Indian citizenship in 2015.

GMR consortium set to win $400 mn Philippine deal

GMR consortium set to win $400 mn Philippine deal

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

The consortium beat six others at an auction on Thursday

WC Qualifiers: Plucky India hold Asian champions Qatar to goalless draw

WC Qualifiers: Plucky India hold Asian champions Qatar to goalless draw

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

A gritty India survived waves of attacks from Qatar to hold the reigning Asian champions to a goalless draw to steal an unexpected point from their away match of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

Election 2019 set to loosen advertising purse strings

Election 2019 set to loosen advertising purse strings

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

GroupM said India would contribute $1.35 billion of incremental ad spends in 2019, emerging as the third largest contributor to global spends after China and the US.

Lippi's China held scoreless by India in 'Earth Derby'

Lippi's China held scoreless by India in 'Earth Derby'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

It was the first meeting between the countries in more than two decades and has been dubbed 'The Earth Derby' as it features nations that are home to a third of the world's population.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in...

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The 10 images that prove we live in a bizarre world.

Will this beauty queen bring home the Miss Earth 2018 crown?

Will this beauty queen bring home the Miss Earth 2018 crown?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

She is a 'beautiful' advocate of Mother Earth.

Markets stare at worst-ever FPI sell-off in 2018

Markets stare at worst-ever FPI sell-off in 2018

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Not just India, but Asian peers such as Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan and The Philippines have seen sharp FPI outflows this year

In 2019, salary hike in India may be among the highest in A-Pac

In 2019, salary hike in India may be among the highest in A-Pac

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

The estimated 10 per cent average hike in 2019 is at par with the actual rate of increase in the previous three calendar years in India

Kashmir: What Rajnath told Japan's Abe

Kashmir: What Rajnath told Japan's Abe

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

'Singh apprised the Japanese leaders about Islamabad's 'evil design' on Kashmir at a time when Pakistan has decided to internationalise the issue.'

Meet TIME's Person of the Year: The Guardians

Meet TIME's Person of the Year: The Guardians

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was murdered at the GulfKingdom's consulate in Istanbul in October, and three other journalists were named TIME's Person of the Year, an honour that recognises them for "taking great risks in pursuit of greater truths" and "for speaking up and for speaking out". "For taking great risks in pursuit of greater truths, for the imperfect but essential quest for facts, for speaking up and for speaking out, the Guardians -- Jamal Khashoggi, the Capital Gazette, Maria Ressa, Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo -- are TIME's Person of the Year," the magazine said on Tuesday. Here's all you need to know about TIME's Guardians.

The Kerala town from where Israeli cops get their uniform

The Kerala town from where Israeli cops get their uniform

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

They not only stitch the double-pocket shirts but also design and attach the trademark emblems on its sleeves.

Indian IT cos ready plan to cope with stricter H-1B laws

Indian IT cos ready plan to cope with stricter H-1B laws

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Canada and Mexico emerge as preferred destinations to service clients in the US; east Europe and Nordic nations are favoured alternatives

Hyundai overtakes Ford as India's top car exporter

Hyundai overtakes Ford as India's top car exporter

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

So far, the current year has not been great for the leading car exporters from India. In the top five list of exporters -- Hyundai, Ford, Maruti Suzuki, General Motors and Volkswagen -- it is only Hyundai which is clocking a growth.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2019: Stunning shots of animals

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Humans rarely get to glimpse the animal kingdom up-close. But, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest, which is developed and produced by the Natural History Museum in London, offers a peek into the lives of species around the world. The competition has just revealed the shortlist of 25 photos for the LUMIX People's Choice Award. Voting is open until February 4, 2020, and the overall winner will be announced in February.

Restore safeguards of Art 370 but within Constitution

Restore safeguards of Art 370 but within Constitution

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Armed forces and the police can only ensure that violence is kept under control but for any kind of lasting peace, politicians will have to find an answer to the perception that the Indian State is anti-Islam. Therein lies the biggest challenge to the Modi government, says Colonel Anil A Athale (retired).

Asian Games 2018: Medals Table

Asian Games 2018: Medals Table

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Medals table of the 2018 Asian Games.

What ails the Indian economy?

What ails the Indian economy?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Dr Rakesh Mohan, former RBI deputy governor, and Dr Pronab Sen, former chairman of the Indian Statistical Commission discuss the issues facing the Indian rural and manufacturing sectors and what the government must possibly do to improve demand and perk up the Indian economy

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

No one holidays anymore, they have 'experiences'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Tailored luxury experiences with the most minute of details charted out for discerning travellers is the way forward, says Nikita Puri.

GMR hopeful of bagging Philippines airport project

GMR hopeful of bagging Philippines airport project

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

GMR Infrastructure is part of a consortium led by Philippines-based construction company Megawide Construction which submitted a bid of 14.4 billion Philippine pesos or around $326 million.

India wins election to UN Human Rights Council

India wins election to UN Human Rights Council

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

The 18 new members were elected by absolute majority through a secret ballot.

India's Sonam Wangchuk, Bharat Vatwani win Ramon Magsaysay award

India's Sonam Wangchuk, Bharat Vatwani win Ramon Magsaysay award

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

The two are among six individuals declared winners on Thursday.

Hot Alert! Watch out for these Victoria's Secret models

Hot Alert! Watch out for these Victoria's Secret models

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Meet the new faces who will make their debut at the annual lingerie show.

Manmohan Singh offers help to typhoon-hit Philippines

Manmohan Singh offers help to typhoon-hit Philippines

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday conveyed his condolences to Philippines President Benigno Aquino over the catastrophe caused by typhoon Haiyan and offered India's help in relief and rehabilitation efforts.

True tribute to Sardar Patel: Withdraw Kashmir from UN!

True tribute to Sardar Patel: Withdraw Kashmir from UN!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

'It is time India withdraws the complaint from the UN and fully integrates the state of J&K into the Indian Union,' recommends Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Philippines signs airport pact with GMR despite legal issues

Philippines signs airport pact with GMR despite legal issues

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

At present, the Mactan Cebu International Airport can handle seven million passengers a year

How this 23-yr-old won 3 million fans on Instagram

How this 23-yr-old won 3 million fans on Instagram

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

In 2015, she was the most googled person. In 2017, she was the most tweeted Filipino celebrity.

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The report documents allegations of reprisals and intimidation in 38 countries, some of which are members of the Human Rights Council.

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.

50 Indian items hit as US scraps duty-free privilege

50 Indian items hit as US scraps duty-free privilege

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

With India being the largest beneficiary of the GSP, it has been hit the most by the latest decision of the Trump administration

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.

Inside the 2018 Chelsea Flower Show

Inside the 2018 Chelsea Flower Show

Rediff.com28 May 2018

Spring is here and the flowers are in full bloom. Welcome to the Chelsea Flower Show, held from May 22 to May 26. This year the theme was 'Summer of Love', inspired by the Royal Wedding and the 1960's/70's cultural revolution. Here are colorful and cheery scenes from this year's grand garden party.

India, Japan agree to initiate 2+2 dialogue

India, Japan agree to initiate 2+2 dialogue

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

During the 13th annual summit, the two prime ministers reviewed developments in bilateral relations and explored new areas of cooperation, focusing on shared vision for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific, where China is flexing its muscles.

How will the Indian markets fare in 2019?

How will the Indian markets fare in 2019?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

The upcoming general elections will be the focus and the economy and market performance will pivot around that event. The general consensus is that the India stock market should be up around 10 per cent by the end of the year.

'I was 18 when India won Miss Universe': Sushmita's throwback post

'I was 18 when India won Miss Universe': Sushmita's throwback post

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Sushmita Sen looks back at the day that changed her life.

Will haste over local manufacture see handset makers shut shop?

Will haste over local manufacture see handset makers shut shop?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

The government's stated vision is that it wants to make India a manufacturing hub and that is where such a rush or confusing policies don't help, reports Shubhomoy Sikdar.

Game of Thrones' actor fought Bell's Palsy to become world's strongest man

Game of Thrones' actor fought Bell's Palsy to become world's strongest man

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Hafpor was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy in 2017.

No place like 'Indian occupied Kashmir': Swaraj to student seeking help

No place like 'Indian occupied Kashmir': Swaraj to student seeking help

Rediff.com11 May 2018

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Thursday gave a stinging reply to an Indian seeking her help from the Philippines in getting a new passport as she objected to his Twitter profile that said he hails from "Indian occupied Kashmir".

The legend who inspired 3 Idiots

The legend who inspired 3 Idiots

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Magsaysay Award winner Sonam Wangchuk speaks to Claude Arpi about his journey, his fights, his hopes and how he became an inspiration for the Bollywood blockbuster.