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Spectrum fee: Ball back in govt court

Spectrum fee: Ball back in govt court

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

On all other issues, including the future of licences given to incumbents before 2008 on the controversial first-come-first-serve basis and dual technology licences, the status quo will be maintained, meaning there is no question of any cancellation, say experts and telecom companies.

Dalai Lama in Australia

Dalai Lama in Australia

Rediff.com6 Jun 2007

Dalai Lama is on a 11 day trip to Australia.

How Chindia will impact the world economy

How Chindia will impact the world economy

Rediff.com25 Jan 2008

The rapid aging of Chinese population attributed to its one child policy implemented over two generations will impact its domestic economic growth. On the other hand, while India is at present one tenth in size of China, it will experience accelerated growth in less than ten years with better infrastructure, political reforms and fi nancial transparency.

'Despite Covid we don't care about health'

'Despite Covid we don't care about health'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

'The first duty of the government is to learn lessons from a bad experience and course correct. It's a pity that the government is making policy without looking at evidence and differentiating between immediate and urgent.'

Putin likely to clear OVL's Russian buy before Dec

Putin likely to clear OVL's Russian buy before Dec

Rediff.com27 Oct 2008

Imperial Energy, which operates in Siberia's Tomsk region and far eastern Kamchatka, has no strategic fields and deposits under its control, business channel RBC TV reported quoting sources in the natural resources and environment ministry. The London-based oil company owns a number of licences and hopes to produce 35,000 barrels per day (bpd) by the end of 2009 and 80,000 bpd by 2011, which could be directly exported to energy-hungry India.

Govt won't spare any effort to bring home Indians from Ukraine: Modi

Govt won't spare any effort to bring home Indians from Ukraine: Modi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Asserting that the country has made it a priority to rescue all Indians stuck in Ukraine, Modi said, "It is due to India's rising strength that we are are able to bring back stranded Indians from Ukraine. Operation Ganga has been launched and I have sent four ministers to oversee the evacuation."

Pranab calls for action to end banking secrecy

Pranab calls for action to end banking secrecy

Rediff.com13 Jun 2011

The OECD is a club of developing countries and has been playing a key role in reforming the international taxation system.

Draft 12th Plan proposes spectrum trading

Draft 12th Plan proposes spectrum trading

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

National Development Council meet to discuss this next week.

ISRO successfully sends 3 satellites into orbit

ISRO successfully sends 3 satellites into orbit

Rediff.com20 Apr 2011

India's Polar Satellite Launch vehicle-C16 rocket on Wednesday successfully launched into orbit the latest remote sensing satellite Resourcesat-2 that would study and help manage natural resources along with two nano satellites.

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Govt holds meetings to prepare for adverse monsoon, works on action plans

Rediff.com19 May 2023

With different agencies showing divergent predictions regarding the southwest monsoon, the central government and states are gearing up to face adversity with various line ministries reportedly being directed to undertake mock drills and hold preparatory meetings. Around 56 per cent of the net cultivable area of the country is rain-fed, accounting for 44 per cent of foodgrain production. The June-September rains contribute around 73 per cent of the annual precipitation.

'General Zia was real startled'

'General Zia was real startled'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

'But he was very quick and did a very stylish adab.' 'Of course, I didn't expect him to hug.'

KG gas ruling: Fertiliser, power firms to benefit

KG gas ruling: Fertiliser, power firms to benefit

Rediff.com2 Feb 2009

According to sources, the government has provided a list of 20 companies to Reliance Industries for sale of gas as per the gas utilisation policy. Some of these companies include Nagarjuna Fertilizer & Chemicals, Chambal Fertilizers & Chemicals, Tata Fertilizers and Oswal Chemicals & Fertilizers among others.

36 cities that will shape India's future

36 cities that will shape India's future

Rediff.com12 Oct 2011

GIREM 36 is focusing on a new strategy to develop smaller cities as a magnet for allied investments in development of key areas of infrastructure, education and research, and industry.

Bihar@100: It's time to revive the heart of India

Bihar@100: It's time to revive the heart of India

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

As Bihar celebrates its centenary, Gopal Krishna hopes the state can conserve, restore and manage its natural resources and desist from imitating a cannibalistic and toxic model of development

Loss is matter of fact, profit opinion: CJI

Loss is matter of fact, profit opinion: CJI

Rediff.com22 Sep 2012

Chief Justice of India S H Kapadia on Saturday said loss is a matter of fact and profit and gain is a matter of opinion, remarks that came against the backdrop of raging controversies over valuation of natural resources.

World's 20 economic superpowers

World's 20 economic superpowers

Rediff.com12 Mar 2012

The United States reigns supreme as the world's economic superpower.

Coal-gate comes under SC scrutiny, Centre's plea dumped

Coal-gate comes under SC scrutiny, Centre's plea dumped

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

The alleged irregularities in the coal block allocations came under judicial scrutiny today with the Supreme Court directing the Centre to explain if the guidelines were strictly followed in allotting the natural resource to private companies.

These Scientists Shaped India

These Scientists Shaped India

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

I suggest we build a Vigyan Mandir (Temple of Science) with the ambience of a place of worship, so that it becomes a destination for pilgrims. We should embed on its walls bronze plaques describing each scientist mentioned here along with about a dozen of our ancient mathematicians, recommends Professor Kalyan Singhal, historian of science and technology.

RIL to sell 49.9% stake in US joint venture

RIL to sell 49.9% stake in US joint venture

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

RIL, as well as its partner Pioneer Natural Resources Co, are seeking a buyer for their stakes in Eagle Ford Midstream venture as they focus on shale oil production.

People of India will be happy if this government goes: BJP

People of India will be happy if this government goes: BJP

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday defended the washout of nearly the entire Monsoon Session of Parliament by the Opposition saying a similar exercise in 2010 on the 2G spectrum issue had led to cleansing of the telecom sector and hoped it will bring transparency in allocation of natural resources.

'Is Chidambaram ready to cancel coal mines allocation?'

'Is Chidambaram ready to cancel coal mines allocation?'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

The United Progressive Alliance government in its robust defence has rubbished Comptroller and Auditor General's charges against the allotment of coal mines and its estimate of losses to the exchequer.

India's top 20 states by GDP

India's top 20 states by GDP

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

These states make India one of the fastest growing economies in the world.

Approach 3rd party, warring Ambanis told

Approach 3rd party, warring Ambanis told

Rediff.com7 Oct 2008

The Bombay high court on Monday suggested that the warring Ambani brothers could approach an independent body to resolve their dispute relating to supply of natural gas from the Krishna-Godavari basin. "The MoU is not able to resolve the issue and we would suggest both the parties to approach an independent body for the same," observed justice J N Patel.

CAG reports: 'Where do we file FIRs, Mr PM?'

CAG reports: 'Where do we file FIRs, Mr PM?'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

The tabling of CAG reports on coal block allocation, power and Delhi airport on Friday prompted erstwhile Team Anna to target the political class once again as it accused all the parties of being together in corruption and benefitting from the "loot" of natural resources.

RNRL in race to hire LNG terminal near Dabhol

RNRL in race to hire LNG terminal near Dabhol

Rediff.com16 Jun 2009

"There are eight companies (who have put in expression of interest)... RNRL is one of them," said A K Ahuja, managing director, Ratnagiri Gas and Power Pvt Ltd, the company that operates the nation's biggest gas-fired power plant and the adjacent LNG import facility. Others in the fray include state power utility NTPC and GMR. Ahuja said RGPPL will frame the bidding criteria and call for financial bids by next month.

ULFA leads NE outfits to call R-Day boycott

ULFA leads NE outfits to call R-Day boycott

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

The anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Assam on Monday led 10 other militant groups based in the Northeast to call for boycott of Republic Day celebrations in the region and a general strike during 1.00 am to 5.30 pm to protest 'India's unrelenting colonial occupation of the region with the sole objective of exploiting its rich natural resources by gagging to people's voice for liberation from its clutches."

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The Delhi high court on Friday refused to interfere with the arrest and subsequent police remand of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and portal's human resources department head Amit Chakravarty in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

India Inc making workplace more inclusive for persons with disabilities

India Inc making workplace more inclusive for persons with disabilities

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

As the world celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PwD) on December 3, corporate India has kept up with efforts to make workplaces more inclusive and accessible. Organisations across sectors are taking initiatives such as equipping offices with practical work tools like Braille-friendly and voice-enabled lifts and screen readers. While inclusion has gained pace, only 11.3 per cent (or 3.4 million out of 30 million) Indians with disabilities have jobs.

6-inch lifeline pipe reaches trapped men in Silkyara, to send food and oxygen

6-inch lifeline pipe reaches trapped men in Silkyara, to send food and oxygen

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

A six-inch pipe has been laid at the Silkyara tunnel through which nutritious food and medicines could be supplied to the 41 labourers, trapped for over a week after parts of the under-construction structure collapsed following a landslide.

Shah Rukh Khan, the protector

Shah Rukh Khan, the protector

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been upto.

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Cultivate a thirst for knowledge, explore online courses, attend workshops and network with peers. Embrace opportunities to learn new skills and stay updated about industry trends to remain relevant and future-proof your career, advises Manu Saigal, director-general, staffing, Adecco India.

2G case: Govt to withdraw review petition from SC

2G case: Govt to withdraw review petition from SC

Rediff.com8 May 2012

The Centre on Tuesday decided to withdraw from the Supreme Court its plea for review of the 2G judgment, which had held that natural resources should be allotted to private companies only through "auction" and not on the basis of first-come-first-served policy.

The 20 poorest nations in the world

The 20 poorest nations in the world

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

These nations have faced adversities like consequence of poverty, genocide, years of war, lack of natural resources, poor farm management, and limited access to clean water and health care.

Reliance, BG refuse to sign Panna/Mukta gas deal

Reliance, BG refuse to sign Panna/Mukta gas deal

Rediff.com27 Mar 2008

On instructions from the Prime Minister's Office for a more uniform distribution of the natural resource, the petroleum ministry had in December 2007 scrapped all contracts for sale of gas produced from PMT fields and nominated GAIL for selling it to 'fuel-starved' fertiliser plants outside Gujarat. But after protests, the ministry agreed to partly restore 3.6 million standard cubic meters per day of gas out of 5.1 mmscmd consumed by RIL's petrochemical plants.

RIL refuses OilMin order to swap KG-D6 gas with Andhra firm

RIL refuses OilMin order to swap KG-D6 gas with Andhra firm

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

RIL in a letter to the ministry said if such an "untenable" policy was allowed it would encourage KG-D6 allottees to sell the cheap gas at higher rates during times like plant shutdowns when they don't need the fuel.

The answer to Maoism? People-friendly growth

The answer to Maoism? People-friendly growth

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

The challenge of Maoism can be met with equitable and inclusive socio-economic progress.

After Biden, Harris to meet Quad leaders

After Biden, Harris to meet Quad leaders

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

US Vice President Kamala Harris would host a separate meeting with the prime ministers of three Quad countries -- India, Australia and Japan -- at the White House to discuss with them the important factors for democracies to go forward, officials said.

'Most corrupt men bribe whoever is in power'

'Most corrupt men bribe whoever is in power'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

'A few rich people, because of their proximity to powerful people, are able to gain unduly,' says journalist Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, who has just made a documentary on illegal iron ore mining.