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'Hold or exit from these stocks?'

'Hold or exit from these stocks?'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Cabinet okays new education policy, HRD is now education ministry

Cabinet okays new education policy, HRD is now education ministry

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

"The policy draft has been approved. The ministry has been renamed as education ministry," a senior HRD ministry official said. The existing NEP was framed in 1986 and revised in 1992. A new education policy was part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's manifesto ahead of the 2014 general election.

PHOTOS: Modi offers prayers at Tirupati shrine

PHOTOS: Modi offers prayers at Tirupati shrine

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Upon his arrival, Modi addressed a thanksgiving public meeting organised by the Andhra Pradesh BJP at Renigunta near Tirupati.

India all set to become the 5th largest economy: Modi

India all set to become the 5th largest economy: Modi

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

At $2.6 trillion, the Indian economy is currently ranked sixth in the world behind the US, China, Japan, Germany and the UK.

1 yr of Modi 2.0: BJP lists 'accomplishments', Cong 'disappointments'

1 yr of Modi 2.0: BJP lists 'accomplishments', Cong 'disappointments'

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted that with pro-people measures and infrastructure development, Modi has not only prepared a blueprint for making a strong 'new India' but also a self-reliant one for the country's 'golden future', while party president J P Nadda declared that the period will be known for taking tough and big decisions and turning challenges into opportunities.

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

As the pandemic unfolded, the India-China relationship has come under severe stress. To restore normalcy, agreements between the two countries must be respected scrupulously in their entirety. Where the Line of Actual Control is concerned, any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo is unacceptable, declares External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

Budget will empower poor and give youth a better future: PM

Budget will empower poor and give youth a better future: PM

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Modi said the policies of the government will empower the downtrodden and turn them into a "power house" for the development of the country.

HAL's Sukhoi crash to cost insurer Rs 250 crore

HAL's Sukhoi crash to cost insurer Rs 250 crore

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

This will be the largest claim in the aviation sector for Indian insurers in the last three years

You're like Diwali lamps spreading light: Modi to Indians in Japan

You're like Diwali lamps spreading light: Modi to Indians in Japan

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The PM said Japan and the Indian diaspora has a big role to play in India's growth story.

'India-China relations will get more difficult'

'India-China relations will get more difficult'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

'India and China have the wise and sage leadership to steer this complex relationship in the coming decades.'

Mamata, Nusrat Jahan attend ISKCON Rath Yatra

Mamata, Nusrat Jahan attend ISKCON Rath Yatra

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Banerjee, who was flanked by newly-elected MP Nusrat Jahan and her husband Nikhil Jain, said, "Togetherness and tolerance for all faiths is the real religion."

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

At the Howdy Modi event, the PM said that the people who cannot even manage their own country are harbouring terrorists and supporting terrorism.

In Maha, Modi dares Oppn over Art 370, triple talaq

In Maha, Modi dares Oppn over Art 370, triple talaq

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

The Opposition seems to be speaking on lines of the neighbouring country on Article 370, he said.

Unprecedented stir by Delhi cops ends after assurances

Unprecedented stir by Delhi cops ends after assurances

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

The protests were triggered by the two attacks on their colleagues.

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

From India's fight against COVID-19 to China face-off, Kovind spoke on several issues during the televised address.

From 3 to 282 seats... How will BJP fare in 2019?

From 3 to 282 seats... How will BJP fare in 2019?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Will the Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party be able to improve its tally of 282 seats in 2014? Will Rahul revive the Congress's fortunes?

Amarinder favours Gen Next leader to replace Rahul

Amarinder favours Gen Next leader to replace Rahul

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

The Punjab CM said a young leader with a forward-looking approach would "galvanise" the rank and file of the party after the "unfortunate" resignation of Gandhi.

FULL TEXT of President's address on the eve of 71st Republic Day

FULL TEXT of President's address on the eve of 71st Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's address to the nation on the eve of 71st Republic Day.

WATCH: Narendra Modi's inspiring speech at IIT-Madras

WATCH: Narendra Modi's inspiring speech at IIT-Madras

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Narendra Modi addressed the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras' graduating class of 2019.

Ensuring justice reach all priority of govt: PM Modi

Ensuring justice reach all priority of govt: PM Modi

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Hitting out at previous governments, he said they did not care for the people with disabilities but his dispensation was thinking about their problems and finding ways to reduce their issues.

Rahul 'merchant of hate', playing 'vulture politics': Union ministers

Rahul 'merchant of hate', playing 'vulture politics': Union ministers

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Rahul Gandhi tweeted that hatred had replaced humanity in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'brutal' 'New India'.

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The PM held wide-ranging talks with the Sultan of Oman and signed eight agreements, including pacts on cooperation in the field of defence, health and tourism.

The women who took over Modi's social media accounts

The women who took over Modi's social media accounts

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

From conserving water to fighting for the rights of the disabled, the seven women who were given access to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media accounts have made significant contribution in various fields.

ED summons Raj Thackeray; MNS says political vendetta

ED summons Raj Thackeray; MNS says political vendetta

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

The MNS has convened a meeting of party office-bearers on Tuesday in Mumbai to discuss the issue.

Hima Das, the Dhing Express

Hima Das, the Dhing Express

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Hima Das represents the generation of Naya Bharat athletes who are conscious of their responsibilities towards their society, state and country.

Modi in Japan for G20, focus on talks with Trump

Modi in Japan for G20, focus on talks with Trump

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

This will be Prime Minister Modi's sixth G20 Summit which is being held at Osaka on June 28-29.

Will remain firm on Art 370, CAA despite pressure: PM

Will remain firm on Art 370, CAA despite pressure: PM

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

The prime minister's tough talk assumed significance in view of protests against the CAA in various parts of the country.

India must be militarily prepared for the worst

India must be militarily prepared for the worst

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'One must remember that a dragon has a forked tongue,' warns Vivek Gumaste.

FinMin plans to launch ETF with bank stocks

FinMin plans to launch ETF with bank stocks

Rediff.com26 May 2019

ETFs function like a mutual fund scheme and have underlying assets of government-owned companies.

'PM has no clear roadmap for $5 trillion economy'

'PM has no clear roadmap for $5 trillion economy'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

Despite all of the PM's many strengths, it is increasingly clear that he does not necessarily have a coherent and clear worldview on matters of macro policy.

Modi, Shah thank Union ministers for 'service to nation'

Modi, Shah thank Union ministers for 'service to nation'

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Arun Jaitley, J P Nadda and Prakash Javadekar were among the key leaders from the BJP at the meeting.

PM calls critics of Budget 'professional pessimists'

PM calls critics of Budget 'professional pessimists'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

Modi launched the membership drive of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party from his Lok Sabha constituency of Varanasi on Saturday, noting that it will further connect people from all walks of life with the saffron party.

People should be wary of 'mahamilavat': Modi on Oppn alliance

People should be wary of 'mahamilavat': Modi on Oppn alliance

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

India's poverty has started to decline due to efforts of the BJP-led government, Modi said.

WATCH: Sachin Tendulkar's Independence Day message

WATCH: Sachin Tendulkar's Independence Day message

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

The Virat Kohl-led Indian cricket team shared a video message from the West Indies while other top sportspersons like MC Mary Kom, Sushil Kumar, Saina Nehwal and Sakshi Malik, as well as Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju, greeted the fellow citizens through Twitter.

Doob maro: Modi to Oppn over stance on Art 370

Doob maro: Modi to Oppn over stance on Art 370

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Modi said he was shocked that such voices are being raised for political gains in the land of Shivaji Maharaj.

Storm erupts over MEA booklet with MJ Akbar at Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas

Storm erupts over MEA booklet with MJ Akbar at Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Akbar had resigned as junior external affairs minister in the wake of allegation of sexual misconduct during his tenure as a senior editor. The alleged incidents came to light during the #MeToo movement. Akbar had denied the allegations.

PM thanks people for showing maturity, patience after Ayodhya verdict

PM thanks people for showing maturity, patience after Ayodhya verdict

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

He also said that after the "historic verdict", the country has moved ahead on a new path, with a new resolve.

Hotel liable for guest's stolen car from its parking lot

Hotel liable for guest's stolen car from its parking lot

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Merely stating that parking was 'at owner's risk' would not absolve the hotel of its liability.