Rahul Jacob And Archis Mohan

Stories by Rahul Jacob And Archis Mohan

Bengal becomes 4th state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Bengal becomes 4th state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Rediff.com   28 Jan 2020

Kerala, Punjab and Rajasthan are the other three states to pass a resolution opposing the contentious legislation, reports Archis Mohan.

What BJP wants in Budget: Not tax cut, but solutions to 'real problems'

What BJP wants in Budget: Not tax cut, but solutions to 'real problems'

Rediff.com   24 Jan 2020

Sources said much has been done to ease the tax burden of the middle classes in the last five years, and that such a measure affects only a limited segment of people when the focus should be to put money in rural areas. Archis Mohan reports.

Govt for UPA-style bailout of NBFCs

Govt for UPA-style bailout of NBFCs

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2019

In 2009, the UPA government, had announced a slew of measures to boost liquidity in NBFCs. These included a scheme for providing liquidity support to NBFCs having assets size of over Rs 100 crore through a SPV.

GST compensation: States plan political battle over delayed allocation

GST compensation: States plan political battle over delayed allocation

Rediff.com   9 Dec 2019

States are planning to pass resolutions in their legislative assemblies; however, such tactics will be used as the last resort if the Centre continues to stall allocations.

How Oppn plans to fight Citizenship Amendment Bill

How Oppn plans to fight Citizenship Amendment Bill

Rediff.com   9 Dec 2019

Opposition parties, though resigned to the fact that they lack the numbers to defeat or stall the bill in the two Houses, have decided upon different tactics that they would employ to highlight their reasons for opposing it.

Opposition comes up with plan to fight Citizenship Bill

Opposition comes up with plan to fight Citizenship Bill

Rediff.com   6 Dec 2019

Unsure about having the numbers in the Rajya Sabha, the Congress, the Trinamool Congress and other parties have decided they will create awareness about the "divisive" nature of the proposed legislation, reports Archis Mohan.

Why it's still difficult to do business in India

Why it's still difficult to do business in India

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2019

Do a straw poll of any business friends and you will laugh and weep at what they go through, points out Rahul Jacob.

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2019

In a resolution passed at its national assembly in Haridwar, the SJM said the Modi government's proposed strategic divestment of PSEs was an "imprudent business decision" and "against national interest".

NITI Aayog on how India can become $5-trillion economy

NITI Aayog on how India can become $5-trillion economy

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2019

Though the NITI Aayog did not give its estimates for the required GDP growth at constant prices, economists pegged it at 9 per cent, a feat not seen since the GDP series was revised with 2011-12 as the base year.

'We have brought down naxal violence by 40%'

'We have brought down naxal violence by 40%'

Rediff.com   27 Nov 2019

As the Congress party prepares to launch protests against the economic slowdown, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel tells Archis Mohan that his state has escaped its effects as his government has pursued policies that have put money in the pockets of workers, farmers, housewives and tribals, which has helped spur demand.

A meal made in heaven

A meal made in heaven

Rediff.com   15 Nov 2019

Great chefs are alchemists. They put ingredients and flavours together in ways that are sometimes unfathomable, says Rahul Jacob.

Blow to BJP in Jharkhand as alliance with AJSU collapses

Blow to BJP in Jharkhand as alliance with AJSU collapses

Rediff.com   15 Nov 2019

The 19-year-old partnership ended after the ruling party refused to accede to the ally's demand for 17 of 81 seats.

RCEP: 'India has enough bargaining chips'

RCEP: 'India has enough bargaining chips'

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2019

'RCEP may be in India's long-term interest, but it is certainly not in India's short-term and medium-term interest.'

After Art 370, Ayodhya, will Sangh aim for Uniform Civil Code?

After Art 370, Ayodhya, will Sangh aim for Uniform Civil Code?

Rediff.com   11 Nov 2019

A small step in this direction was taken with making triple talaq a punishable offence in the last Parliament session. But UCC is difficult to implement, reports Archis Mohan.

Can Dushyant Chautala claim Devi Lal's legacy?

Can Dushyant Chautala claim Devi Lal's legacy?

Rediff.com   5 Nov 2019

In the years to come, Dushyant may need to compete for the leadership of the Jat community with Hooda's son Deepender, and other Jat leaders, reports Archis Mohan.

'Don't make my Kashmir a graveyard'

'Don't make my Kashmir a graveyard'

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2019

'The decision of August will have to be taken back. This is our resolve. When it will happen, how it will happen, the judge of our case are the people of this country.'

Modi may expand ministry

Modi may expand ministry

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2019

The reshuffle could take place before the start of the winter session of Parliament.

Worse news awaits the economy

Worse news awaits the economy

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2019

'Without bold action to deal with our banking crisis, count on the economy's doldrums to continue for much longer than most of us anticipate,' says Rahul Jacob.

Poll results may spell trouble for Team Rahul

Poll results may spell trouble for Team Rahul

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2019

The assembly election results are likely to put a lid on the impending battle the old guard and young Turks, strengthen the hands of the veterans, and force the younger leaders to negotiate a truce. Archis Mohan reports.

Economic slump not a buzzword in Aurangabad

Economic slump not a buzzword in Aurangabad

Rediff.com   20 Oct 2019

The tepid economy has hit most sectors, from automobile and pharmaceutical industries in the district to its tourist footfall, reports Archis Mohan