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How India Won The 1971 War

How India Won The 1971 War

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

December 3, 2021 marks 50 years since the beginning of the 1971 War which ended in a decisive military victory for India and the liberation of Bangladesh. Most analysts of the 1971 War agree that the IV Corps dash across the mighty Meghna river led by the brilliant General Sagat Singh was the turning point in the war, recalls military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Benchmark policy rate unchanged at 6.75 per cent.

Budget 2021 will be 'prudent; growth oriented'

Budget 2021 will be 'prudent; growth oriented'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

With the Budget-making exercise in full swing, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Friday said Budget 2021-22 is expected to be prudent and growth oriented. Das before donning the hat of RBI Governor was a career bureaucrat and was directly involved in crafting of about 10 Budgets for the country including one in the aftermath of global financial meltdown in different capacities at the finance ministry. In view of unprecedented pandemic and its impact on the economy, he said the government has maintained fiscal prudence in the response to deal with the crisis.

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

It is imperative that young aspirants consider career options that will guarantee job security -- roles that are centred around technology.

Gadkari's Congress Googly To Modi

Gadkari's Congress Googly To Modi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Is anyone in the BJP listening -- to what Nitin Gadkari had to say, but possibly left unsaid? asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Lower EMIs likely as RBI cuts lending rate by 35 bps

Lower EMIs likely as RBI cuts lending rate by 35 bps

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

The fourth consecutive rate cut is expected to lower equated monthly instalments (EMIs) for home and auto buyers, and borrowing cost for corporate.

Lakshadweep administrator has Modi's ear, and trust

Lakshadweep administrator has Modi's ear, and trust

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Given Narendra Modi's trust in him, Praful Khoda Patel is unlikely to back down in Lakshadweep.

3 civilians killed, 2 injured in Pak shelling

3 civilians killed, 2 injured in Pak shelling

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

The latest shelling from across the border started in the Qasba and Kirni sectors along the LoC in Poonch district at 1.40 pm, prompting a befitting retaliation by the Indian Army, a defence spokesperson said.

Made in India Merc's AMG models cheaper by Rs 25 lakh

Made in India Merc's AMG models cheaper by Rs 25 lakh

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

The luxury car market leader will be producing the new-generation cars, sedans, SUVs, and AMG performance cars at one facility.

Here are the highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Here are the highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

The central bank was widely expected to maintain status quo.

'Names and numbers on Test jerseys are rubbish'

'Names and numbers on Test jerseys are rubbish'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

The identification on the Test jersey is an initiative by the ICC to help fans connect with the players.

GST Council meet on Friday to discuss cutting tax on Covid medicines

GST Council meet on Friday to discuss cutting tax on Covid medicines

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Ahead of the first meeting of the top decision-making body in nearly eight months, finance ministers of eight states ruled by non-Bharatiya Janata Party and like-minded parties -- Rajasthan, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Kerala and West Bengal -- have devised a joint strategy to press for a zero tax rate on Covid essentials, sources said.

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy announcements

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy announcements

Rediff.com29 Mar 2020

These are the highlights of the seventh bi-monthly monetary policy statement for 2019-20 by the RBI amid COVID-19 pandemic:

Oxygen crisis: 25 Covid patients die at Delhi hospital in last 24 hrs

Oxygen crisis: 25 Covid patients die at Delhi hospital in last 24 hrs

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

"Lives of another 60 'sickest' patients at risk. Major crisis likely," he said.

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Miss Utah 2020 Rachel Slawson is busting stereotypes while raising awareness about mental health, body issues and self love.

Review: Aarohanam has a positive message

Review: Aarohanam has a positive message

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Aarohanam tells the tale of a woman's struggle with bi-polar disorder.

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Short-term lending rate unchanged at 7.75 pc.

India must not depend on rate cuts to drive growth: Viral Acharya

India must not depend on rate cuts to drive growth: Viral Acharya

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Revising up inflation bands for the central bank will hurt the poor, former deputy governor of RBI Viral Acharya said on Wednesday, terming the current 4 per cent midpoint on price-rise as a "reasonable target".

DELICIOUS Mango Desserts!

DELICIOUS Mango Desserts!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Food blogger Taruna Bakshi has the perfect recipe for you; it has the same richness as a store-bought ice cream.

PIX: 'Queen' spotted celebrating England's World Cup win

PIX: 'Queen' spotted celebrating England's World Cup win

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

Fan dressed up as Queen Elizabeth was spotted with a replica trophy on Day 2 of the first Ashes Test

The women of Chennai's Shaheen Bagh

The women of Chennai's Shaheen Bagh

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

'You know the difference between being brought up by a mother and a step-mother?' 'As long as Amma was there we had nothing to fear. Now the step-mother is there and we are on the streets.'

Skyroot becomes first private co to test-fire upper-stage rocket engine

Skyroot becomes first private co to test-fire upper-stage rocket engine

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

The spacetech startup is expected to launch the first rocket which can hurl satellites of 250-700 kg into a lower Earth orbit by end-2021.

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Highlights of RBI's monetary policy

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Next bi-monthly policy statement on September 30.

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5%

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5%

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

The MPC headed by RBI Governor Urjit Patel said that the recent excise duty cut by the government on petrol and diesel will help contain inflation.

Centre not obliged to pay GST shortfall to states: AG

Centre not obliged to pay GST shortfall to states: AG

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

After the GST Council's meeting in March, the Centre had sought views from Attorney General K K Venugopal -- who is the chief legal officer of the government -- on the legality of market borrowing by the council to make good any shortfall in the compensation fund. The AG in his view said there is no obligation on the central government to pay the GST compensation shortfall, according to the sources.

6 Army personnel get Shaurya Chakras; PVSM for 19 top officers

6 Army personnel get Shaurya Chakras; PVSM for 19 top officers

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

A total of 151 Sena Medals, eight Yudh Seva Medals too have been announced on the occasion of Republic Day.

Boxing India claims ignorance about AIBA's ad-hoc committee

Boxing India claims ignorance about AIBA's ad-hoc committee

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

The state units affiliated to Boxing India on Wednesday claimed ignorance about the International Boxing Association's decision to constitute an ad-hoc committee for administrating the sport in India, even as it planned to write to AIBA about proposing a date for conducting its elections.

Kim Kardashian asks for empathy after Kanye's tweets

Kim Kardashian asks for empathy after Kanye's tweets

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

In a statement posted on her Instagram Story, Kardashian said she has never spoken publicly about how the rapper's bipolar disorder has affected their family as she is very protective of their children and her husband's "right to privacy when it comes to his health."

Banks to resume wage revision talks with TU leaders on July 22

Banks to resume wage revision talks with TU leaders on July 22

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The current wage revision for PSBs, as well as some private lenders, is due from November 2017 for five years - up to October 2022.

Sohrabuddin fake encounter case: Verdict likely on Dec 21

Sohrabuddin fake encounter case: Verdict likely on Dec 21

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

At present, 22 accused, mostly police personnel from Gujarat and Rajasthan, are facing trial in the case.

Nissan Magnite is the latest addition to compact SUV segment

Nissan Magnite is the latest addition to compact SUV segment

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

It's got the looks, it's got the features, but the Magnite's success will depend on its pricing, says Rajesh Karkera.

RuPay takes on Visa and Mastercard with a little govt help

RuPay takes on Visa and Mastercard with a little govt help

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

RuPay is working on how to increase offers to customers. It is also focused on technology innovation in the card payment system.

Army jawan, wife killed as Pak violates ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

Army jawan, wife killed as Pak violates ceasefire along LoC in Poonch

Rediff.com8 Jul 2017

The couple's three daughters were injured in the firing.

Ram: Endukante Premanta is a sweet love story

Ram: Endukante Premanta is a sweet love story

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

The actor talks about his experience of working in Endukante Premanta

COVID recovery rate rises to 68.78%: Health ministry

COVID recovery rate rises to 68.78%: Health ministry

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

The number of recoveries has surged to 14,80,884 with 53,879 coronavirus patients having recuperated and discharged in 24-hours, the highest in a day so far.

Hasina hopes liberal India will solve water issues soon

Hasina hopes liberal India will solve water issues soon

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Bangladesh hopes for a liberal approach from India in the efforts to resolve water issues and bringing about parity in bi lateral trade by reducing the trade imbalance that is tilted in favour of India.

Goldman bets on another 25 bps repo rate cut before Dec

Goldman bets on another 25 bps repo rate cut before Dec

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Beyond the fourth quarter of 2019, the report does not see space for further cuts primarily as headline inflation is likely to pick up and cross the 4 per cent target by the end of the year, and output gaps are also estimated to close.

RBI's Monetary Policy: 12 takeaways

RBI's Monetary Policy: 12 takeaways

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

RBI expects inflation at around 5%

Madhoo to star opposite Sudeep in Ranna

Madhoo to star opposite Sudeep in Ranna

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Get your lowdown of what's happening Kannada cinema!

Boxing India to issue show cause notice to Sarita's husband, coach

Boxing India to issue show cause notice to Sarita's husband, coach

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Under pressure from AIBA, Boxing India (BI) said it has decided to issue a show cause notice to boxer Sarita Devi's husband and personal coach for their unauthorised presence at the ringside during the Incheon Asian Games.