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India's Modi promises US CEOs a return to market reforms

India's Modi promises US CEOs a return to market reforms

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

US congressional leaders on trade and finance wrote to the US International Trade Commission calling for a second investigation into India's 'unfair' trade practices, detailing any changes under Modi.

Where are the jobs? Millions of unemployed still live in hope

Where are the jobs? Millions of unemployed still live in hope

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

'Mr Modi has inherited a system that taxes businessmen and fritters the money away over ministries.'

A forward-looking Budget, finally

A forward-looking Budget, finally

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

If this Budget was not packaged and sold as a Budget for the poor and for farmers, Narendra Modi would have lost the next election.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Liverpool target Chelsea after midweek tinkering, while third-placed Manchester City, whose hopes of qualifying for the Champions League knockout stage were dealt a severe blow in a humiliating 2-1 home defeat by CSKA Moscow on Wednesday, travel south to face struggling Queens Park Rangers.

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

The handset delivers on build quality, battery, design, ergonomics and a pretty decent display. The camera performance is not exactly ground breaking, but the price tag covers up for that slight blip, says Himanshu Juneja

What a winner!

What a winner!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

With its highly competitive price tag and its ability to do multiple tasks with ease the Ducati Multistrada 1200S will plaster a wide grin on your face, and that makes it a winner in our books.

India v UAE: Perth prepares for a David and Goliath battle

India v UAE: Perth prepares for a David and Goliath battle

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

India will look to complete a hat-trick of victories when they take on minnows United Arab Emirates in Saturday's World Cup match.

7 Reasons why the UPA may win in 2014

7 Reasons why the UPA may win in 2014

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

By speaking out against Manmohan Singh, by constantly bashing the UPA/Congress, Modi by 2014 will be like a television show in replay mode. In winning the intra-BJP battle, he runs losing the war with the UPA, feels Amberish K Diwanji.

So Sweet!

So Sweet!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Google's Android 6.0 Marshmallow comes with some nifty features, says Himanshu Juneja.

Review: Moto Z Play

Review: Moto Z Play

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

Himanshu Juneja is impressed with the Moto Z Play's 'wow' factor.

Winning the turf war

Winning the turf war

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

This past week, the Indian hockey team recorded a rare Test series win against world champions Australia. It was a significant achievement by the men in blue - hockey, not cricket - as it was for the first time in four years that India had beaten Australia.

Sony is in a hurry! Xperia Z3 follows Z2

Sony is in a hurry! Xperia Z3 follows Z2

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

With slight adjustments in the construction and internal hardware department, won't it be interesting to know what changes made to the Xperia Z3 convinced Sony to bring out an upgraded mobile phone.

Father is not my superhero. Or Mr Perfect...

Father is not my superhero. Or Mr Perfect...

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Sunit Nair writes about what he thinks of his Father -- the word, the idea and the person.

Why do Indian cities need a complete redesign

Why do Indian cities need a complete redesign

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

We need a comprehensive redevelopment plan that seeks to redesign our overgrown cities in terms of connectivity, mobility and liveability.

Few hard questions Modi will not ask bankers in next meeting

Few hard questions Modi will not ask bankers in next meeting

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold discussions with public sector banks (PSBs) and financial institutions to draw up an action plan for banking reforms

Moto G Turbo Review: What's New?

Moto G Turbo Review: What's New?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Except the battery that charges faster, the Moto G Turbo, at Rs 14,500, doesn't make up for a compelling upgrade, if you already own a Moto G device, says Himanshu Juenja

Golden tips to manage your money this new financial year

Golden tips to manage your money this new financial year

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

If new goals have emerged, this is the time to make fresh investments.

Govt eases green laws to please industry

Govt eases green laws to please industry

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The Narendra Modi-led government has issued around 50 fresh guidelines easing conditions for industry in about six months, beside launching an online system for applying environment clearances.

Modi as PM candidate: When will BJP make the big bang?

Modi as PM candidate: When will BJP make the big bang?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

If the BJP is waiting for a better assessment about the assembly polls, the Congress is doing the same to see if it should club the 2014 Lok Sabha elections with the assembly polls. says Anita Katyal

Modi must deliver all that he promised

Modi must deliver all that he promised

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

The truth is that few ministries in the Modi sarkar are working on new and updated legislation of any kind.

The Air Chief Moolgavkar I knew

The Air Chief Moolgavkar I knew

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

'He was an embodiment of old school courtesy and grace. It was embarrassing when he would insist on receiving and seeing off guests at the gate of his house! A trait he shared with another of great soldiers of India, Sam Manekshaw!' remembers Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Modi should address teachers not students

Modi should address teachers not students

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

Why does Modi want to speak to the students while his audience should be teachers and parents, not necessarily in that order. And September 5 is not Children's Day but Teachers' Day, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

PM must announce radical reforms to win investors confidence

PM must announce radical reforms to win investors confidence

Rediff.com15 Aug 2014

This was India's time; with a strong central bank governor and a new decisive government, anything was possible.

Vote-buying kills democratic contests

Vote-buying kills democratic contests

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

Despite a strong anti-corruption mood, where election costs are seen as the driver for graft, politicians don't change their spots. Unsurprisingly, this trend of unleashing cash can be expected to continue in this Lok Sabha elections too, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

'International cricket needs fixing'

'International cricket needs fixing'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

'T20 isn't the killer. The T20 format is good for the game.' 'The majority of international cricketers still value Test cricket.'

Review: iPhone 7 Plus

Review: iPhone 7 Plus

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

With a starting price of Rs 72,000 for the base 32 GB storage model, will the iPhone 7 Plus be able to wow the audience? Himanshu Juneja reviews the iconic iPhone 7 Plus

Is Le Max 2 better than OnePLus 3?

Is Le Max 2 better than OnePLus 3?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Himanshu Juneja reviews the latest flagship from Chinese company LeEco

Why we need to manage our Budget expectations

Why we need to manage our Budget expectations

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Most expect the Budget to be path-breaking.

Should you buy Samsung Galaxy A5 for Rs 28,500?

Should you buy Samsung Galaxy A5 for Rs 28,500?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

Samsung is ready with refreshed Galaxy A handsets for the year 2016, but neither the absence of Marshmallow nor an iffy OS performance of the new Galaxy A5 can be ignored, says Himanshu Juneja

Just 17, he could become India's F1 sensation

Just 17, he could become India's F1 sensation

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Still too young to drive on Indian roads, 17-year-old Jehan Daruvala, a speedster from Mumbai, could become India's first Formula One champion.

Review: Badlapur is a dark, unflinching, fantastic film

Review: Badlapur is a dark, unflinching, fantastic film

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

Badlapur is all fury and fog, a revenge saga that plays out with great eyebrow-singeing intensity, says Raja S

Smart strategies that can give you best returns on investment

Smart strategies that can give you best returns on investment

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

With the Union Budget over, it is a good time to start the rebalancing exercise. Take cues from last year's market performance

GMOs - from war to dialog?

GMOs - from war to dialog?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

Indian scientists who wrote to the PM last week are not entirely rejecting GMOs but instead asking for caution and further testing to establish their safety.

Budget: Good beginning or missed opportunity?

Budget: Good beginning or missed opportunity?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

With Jaitley preferring continuity over change, good days might take a little longer to arrive, says Shankar Acharya.

HTC One A9: The all-rounder

HTC One A9: The all-rounder

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

A finely crafted phone, a brilliant display, a very impressive low light camera performance, and the polished OS with guaranteed updates makes the One A9 an option for those who value quality all around.

Lumoid: A unique start-up's success story

Lumoid: A unique start-up's success story

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

The Lumoid site a is clean and user-friendly e-commerce experience, prompting visitors to select a category, like 'Landscape,' 'Sports,' and 'Student' for recommended custom created kits or 'Shop All Gear' for those who prefer to pick and choose the pieces they need.

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Moto G4 Plus is a worthy consideration under the Rs 15,000 budget, but users looking for a better build quality and more processing power will do well to opt for either Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, or even the ZUK Z1, says Himanshu Juneja

Swami's 100-day fast highlights battle to save Ganga

Swami's 100-day fast highlights battle to save Ganga

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

The Ganga agitation and the question of preserving the Himalayan ecology has become a deadly cocktail of politics and religion. Behind the scene, of course, at play are powerful business interests. What is needed is an independent scientific assessment of the problem and preparation of a blueprint for preservation of the Himalayan rivers and associated ecology, says Dinesh C Sharma.

'My father didn't get his due. That still rankles'

'My father didn't get his due. That still rankles'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

'People don't talk about any role that my father did -- it is always Gabbar Singh. He regretted this. He would tell me, 'I started at 25 floors and couldn't go any higher because I had started too high.'

US or China: Modi should tread cautiously

US or China: Modi should tread cautiously

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Instead, increases in foreign-direct-investment levels; and reforms to make labour, land and capital more mobile.