'Always Treat China With Caution'

''Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.''As Ronald Reagan famously......

Trump, Harris hit battleground states ahead of D-Day

Former United States president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris hit key battleground states on the final full day of campaigning in their last push ahead of the big election day for......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

'Pakistan Pushing Terrorists Into Jammu'

'The terrorists are using better technology to secure their communication.''It does appear that excessive reliance on technology led to a weakening of human intelligence.' IMAGE: A soldier on......

Will Nirmalaji Cheer The Markets?

'We are confident that over the next few years the government will strike a fine balance between populist measures and growth, and manage coalition partners well.' Finance Minister Nirmala......

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A column on what......

'In an election year, markets flourish'

'Historically, the markets tend to perform well during election years as governments aim to increase spending and call attention to growth.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com About 36......

'IPO market has bullish outlook in 2024'

'A key reason for the strong interest in IPOs has been an increased focus on profitability and reasonable pricing of deals.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Geralt/Pixabay The initial public offering......

Paris Gets A Dose Of Oppenheimer

Paris got its fill of Oppenheimer, when Christopher Nolan's latest film premiered at the Cinema Le Grand Rex in the city. Oppenheimer stars Cillian Murphy in the title role of the famous American......

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand, who would have turned 99 today, September 26. IMAGE: Dev Anand. This feature was first posted on Rediff.com on April 4,......

Will Rohit, Ashwin Play Ranji Trophy Semis?

IMAGE: Rohit Sharma could square up against Ravichandran Ashwin in a mouth-watering Ranji Trophy semi-final if the BCCI releases the duo for the fifth and final Test against England in Dharamsala.......

Tomar removed from Worlds for 'minor scuffle with fellow shooter'

IMAGE: Ankait Tomar’s father claimed he was removed from the team due to a scuffle with a fellow shooter. Photograph: ISSF Top pistol shooter Ankait Tomar was removed from the Indian......

Bumrah ruled out of ODI series against Sri Lanka after complaining of 'stiff back'

'It's a very unfortunate incident with him. The poor guy (Bumrah) has been working really hard at the NCA for all this time' 'Just when he got back to his full fitness, when he started bowling and......

'Why will I dope again and go through this again?'

IMAGE: Weightlifter Sanjita Chanu will have to appear before NADA's anti-doping disciplinary panel to prove her innocence. Photograph: Michael Steele/Getty Images India's weightlifter Sanjita......

Djokovic fights to play Australian Open, Czech player also held

'Mr. Djokovic is not being held captive in Australia, he is free to leave at any time that he chooses to do so.' IMAGE: Novak Djokovic has not revealed the grounds for the exemption and has......