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The man behind Glivec hails verdict against Novartis

The man behind Glivec hails verdict against Novartis

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

Brian Druker, who invented the drug's molecule, says it would benefit patients in the short term.

Confirmed! Maldives is a jihadi launchpad

Confirmed! Maldives is a jihadi launchpad

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

This island nation has become a launching pad for Jihadis, and this creates a lot of problems for the security agencies across the world. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

ISI HQ suicide bombing: FBI arrests Pak-origin man

ISI HQ suicide bombing: FBI arrests Pak-origin man

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

A Pakistani-American man has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on charges of providing material support to terrorists involved in the 2009 suicide attack at the Inter-Services Intelligence headquarters in Lahore that killed 30 people and wounded more than 300 others.

US Women of Courage award for Delhi gang rape victim

US Women of Courage award for Delhi gang rape victim

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

The award to would be presented posthumously by First Lady Michelle Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry, on March 8, an official announcement said on Monday.

NBA: Bryant silences Cuban with 38 points in Lakers' win

NBA: Bryant silences Cuban with 38 points in Lakers' win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Kobe Bryant fired back at Dallas owner Mark Cuban with 38 points as he lifted the Los Angeles Lakers past the Mavericks 103-99 on Sunday.

NBA: LeBron James sets new shooting mark

NBA: LeBron James sets new shooting mark

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

LeBron James' red-hot shooting hit record level on Tuesday as he became the first NBA player ever to score 30 points while shooting 60 percent in six straight games.

10 Indian-Americans among 40 Intel science finalists

10 Indian-Americans among 40 Intel science finalists

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

The finalists will present their research findings across 16 branches of science between March 7 and 13 this year.

Marion Cotillard, Clooney, Gaga: Humanitarians of Hollywood

Marion Cotillard, Clooney, Gaga: Humanitarians of Hollywood

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Ever wondered what happens when Hollywood A-listers turn protestors? Take a look.

Olympic champion Farah detained on terrorist suspicion

Olympic champion Farah detained on terrorist suspicion

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

British Olympic hero Mo Farah claimed that he was quizzed by United States border officials on suspicion of being a terrorist.

Branding missteps dog Uber

Branding missteps dog Uber

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Reports suggest that the police were unable to find any contact of the company's office and had to take a Uber cab to reach the company's training centre in Gurgaon, giving credence to the perception that Uber has grown too much too soon.

'If people get two square meals and a job, they won't take to guns'

'If people get two square meals and a job, they won't take to guns'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

'The only positive I see are the youth of India who were earlier just after money. The young now want to do something for society.'

Sudha qualifies for Olympics 3000m steeplechase

Sudha qualifies for Olympics 3000m steeplechase

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Asian Games gold medallist Sudha Singh qualified for the upcoming London Olympics in the 3000m steeplechase by breaking her own National record in the VIII meeting Iberoamericano de Atletismo championship in Huelva, Spain.

Poonia sets national record, wins silver in Hawaii

Poonia sets national record, wins silver in Hawaii

Rediff.com7 May 2012

Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Olympics-bound woman discus thrower Krishna Poonia created a new national record en route to her silver medal winning performance at the Altius Track Crew Throwdown meet in Maui Island, Hawaii on Monday.

NBA: Spurs set for top seed, blow to world peace in LA win

NBA: Spurs set for top seed, blow to world peace in LA win

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

The San Antonio Spurs moved to within one victory of securing the Western Conference top seed for the playoffs on Sunday as the NBA's leading contenders continued to jostle for position in the final week of the regular season.

Infosys' BPO arm is the saving grace

Infosys' BPO arm is the saving grace

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

The largest subsidiary of India's second largest IT services company reported a 400-basis points improvement in operating margins, to 22 per cent in 2011-12.

Poonia to take part in Diamond League events

Poonia to take part in Diamond League events

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

In a major boost to her preparations for the London Olympics, Commonwealth Games gold medallist discus thrower Krishna Poonia has been invited to take part in two Diamond League events -- IAAF's highest level competition -- in United States in June.

NBA: Knicks win big in coach Woodson's debut

NBA: Knicks win big in coach Woodson's debut

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Mike Woodson did not have long to wait for his first win as new coach of the New York Knicks as his team trampled the Portland Trail Blazers 121-79 at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday to end a six-game losing streak.

Chastened Lakers hope 'time' will be the healer

Chastened Lakers hope 'time' will be the healer

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The Los Angeles Lakers had very little time to lick their wounds after stunningly losing their regular-season opener to the Dallas Mavericks but, almost to a man, they said that time was their most precious commodity.

With petcoke, Essar takes train to Pakistan

With petcoke, Essar takes train to Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Essar has entered into an agreement with Maple Leaf, a cement major there, for its supply and has already delivered 15,000 tonnes of petcoke.

First Look: Bhupathi, Bopanna with NBA star Wade

First Look: Bhupathi, Bopanna with NBA star Wade

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

Indian tennis duo Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna got a photo op with Miami Heat's star Dwayne Wade.

Pak pacer Asif appeals against ICC ban

Pak pacer Asif appeals against ICC ban

Rediff.com7 Jan 2012

Pakistan fast bowler Muhammad Asif has filed an appeal against his five-year ban by the ICC with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Switzerland.

Infosys BPO buys Australian firm

Infosys BPO buys Australian firm

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

Infosys BPO, the business process outsourcing subsidiary of the information technology giant, has signed an agreement to acquire all the share capital in Portland Group, an Australian company, for A$34 million (Rs 180 crore).

NBA: Mavericks sell Fernandez, Brewers to Nuggets

NBA: Mavericks sell Fernandez, Brewers to Nuggets

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

The NBA champion Dallas Mavericks continued their roster changes on Tuesday by trading away Spanish guard Rudy Fernandez and forward Corey Brewer to the Denver Nuggets.

NBA lockout: Noah considers move to France

NBA lockout: Noah considers move to France

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

Joakim Noah is considering a move to the French League if the NBA season is cancelled because of the lockout, the Chicago Bulls center said on Thursday.

Rooney Junior to play alongside Henry in MLS

Rooney Junior to play alongside Henry in MLS

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

John Rooney, younger brother of England and Manchester United striker Wayne, will team up with French striker Thierry Henry at the New York Red Bulls after being selected in the MLS draft on Thursday.

Poonia takes gold, crosses Olympic qualification 'A' standard

Poonia takes gold, crosses Olympic qualification 'A' standard

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Krishna Poonia produced an impressive season's best effort of 62.25m to win gold at Halloween Throws Meet at Portland, United States on Tuesday.

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

From DIY submarines to diets of 20,000 calories is part of this week's collection of weird, true and funny news.

Poonia wins gold in IAAF event in USA

Poonia wins gold in IAAF event in USA

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

Ace Indian discus thrower Krishna Poonia recorded her season's best performance to win a gold medal in the Annual Athletic Meet at Portland in the United States.

3 Indians jailed for drug smuggling in US

3 Indians jailed for drug smuggling in US

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

A United States court has sentenced three Indians to prison -- terms ranging from 54 to 48 months -- and ordered their deportation after the jail term following their conviction in a case related to smuggling liquid ephedrine, disguised as "green tea extract", into the country.

US to its cos: Tap Indian middle class consumers

US to its cos: Tap Indian middle class consumers

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Concerned over the escalating competition from India and China, a top US official has asked the American companies to "flex muscles" and tap the expanding middle class in these countries.

Poonia training under Olympic champ Wilkins in US

Poonia training under Olympic champ Wilkins in US

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Laid low by injuries for most of the first half of the season, ace discus thrower Krishna Poonia has begun training under Olympic champion Mac Wilkins in the United States in a bid to qualify for the 2012 London Olympics.

Alarm as plane violates Obama's airspace

Alarm as plane violates Obama's airspace

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

The secure airspace over United States President Barack Obama's location in Seattle, Washington state, was violated by a small plane on Tuesday afternoon, following which two F-15 fighter jets were scrambled to intercept the intruder, ABC News has reported

Beckham's royal return ends in defeat for Galaxy

Beckham's royal return ends in defeat for Galaxy

Rediff.com2 May 2011

David Beckham' rush back from the royal wedding to play for LA Galaxy in Dallas ended in a soggy defeat on Sunday with his team falling to a 2-1 loss at Pizza Hut Park.

Google plans partnership with VeriFone Systems

Google plans partnership with VeriFone Systems

Rediff.com16 Mar 2011

"Google, as part of its goal to allow shoppers to use their mobile devices, rather than physical credit cards, to pay for goods in retail stores, is working on a potential partnership with electronic-payments company VeriFone Systems Inc," The Wall Street Journal reported citing a source.

Krishna Poonia wins bronze in SAC Relays

Krishna Poonia wins bronze in SAC Relays

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Ace Indian discus thrower Krishna Poonia won a bronze medal at the 52nd Annual Mt SAC Relays tournament in Portland, USA.

Sharp rise in cement, steel prices

Sharp rise in cement, steel prices

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

Developers are battling sales slowdown due to rising interest rates and tighter lending norms, spurt in input costs and a lending squeeze from banks hurts.

Binani to invest Rs 4,200 cr in Gujarat

Binani to invest Rs 4,200 cr in Gujarat

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

During the 2009 edition of Vibrant Gujarat, Binani Cement had signed a MoU to set up a 2.5 mtpa cement plant and a ditto was signed during the on-going annual event of the state for attracting fresh investment.

Mohd Amir moved to more secure rehab centre

Mohd Amir moved to more secure rehab centre

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

Convicted for the spot-fixing scandal, Pakistan's tainted pacer Mohammad Amir has been moved from a notorious young offenders detention centre to a more secure and safer rehabilitation centre in the United Kingdom.

Obama honours three top Indian-American scientists

Obama honours three top Indian-American scientists

Rediff.com23 Oct 2011

United States President Barack Obama has honoured three "extraordinary" Indian-American scientists and nine others with America's top medals for their pioneering work in exploring the very frontiers of human knowledge and making the world a better place.

FBI foils plot to bomb military unit in US

FBI foils plot to bomb military unit in US

Rediff.com9 Dec 2010

A 21-year-old American construction worker has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation following an undercover sting operation when he tried to detonate what he thought was a car bomb at a military recruiting station in Maryland.