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Ministries get 60 days to decide on FDI plans

Ministries get 60 days to decide on FDI plans

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

A panel led by the secretaries of the DEA and the DIPP would conduct a quarterly review on the pending proposals.

'We can't even take a U-turn'

'We can't even take a U-turn'

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The prayer, Sarvejana Sukhinobhavantu, or let the whole universe of living beings be well, helps. So do profound and relevant Ancient Wise Words and aphorisms: Vasudaiva Kutumbakam, or the whole world is one big family, interconnected, interdependent. And a sense of humour, jokes, pranks, writing, conversations. And, last but definitely not least, the rippling waves of inner realisation on the background mind-track -- about the insignificance of ego, the importance of humility, the wasted opportunities in life, the wrong moves, the strokes of luck, the past 'sins', the what-ifs.

India signs historic Paris agreement

India signs historic Paris agreement

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

India on Friday signed the historic Paris climate agreement in the United Nations along with more than 170 nations.

Major Sikh gathering keeps Punjab on edge

Major Sikh gathering keeps Punjab on edge

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Sikh organisations, including hardline groups, gathered to take part in 'Sarbat Khalsa', seeking to free Sikh institutions from political influence.

RBI won't answer why note exchange wasn't allowed till Mar 31

RBI won't answer why note exchange wasn't allowed till Mar 31

Rediff.com26 Mar 2017

The Central Bank has stonewalled almost every RTI query pertaining to demonetisation citing one or the other reason.

'Some neighbours' don't understand issues can be resolved peacefully: Modi

'Some neighbours' don't understand issues can be resolved peacefully: Modi

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

In a veiled dig at Pakistan, PM Modi said "some neighbours" don't understand that issues can be resolved peacefully by talks as he cited the example of Bangladesh.

Modi mocks PM: 'Good days coming in 4 months'

Modi mocks PM: 'Good days coming in 4 months'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Narendra Modi on Thursday chose a global NRI meet to hit out at Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who had said that "we are set for better times".

PIX: Katrina's wax statue unveiled at Madame Tussauds

PIX: Katrina's wax statue unveiled at Madame Tussauds

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

The actress made sure to visit London for a closer look.

NRI remittances touch a new high at $6.5 bn

NRI remittances touch a new high at $6.5 bn

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Remittances by non-resident Indians (NRIs) saw a 27 per cent jump at $ 6.5 billion (Rs 39,991.9 crore in present valuations) between January and September this year, as against 7 per cent growth during the same period last year.

'We have not lost a single patient to COVID-19'

'We have not lost a single patient to COVID-19'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

'Even though we have around 156 patients, we don't have anyone who requires ventilatory support or the ICU facility.'

'Modi is a visionary'

'Modi is a visionary'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'We are on the world map. Every country is watching this event.'

Yes, crude oil and Sensex do move together

Yes, crude oil and Sensex do move together

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

Higher crude oil prices also translate into better corporate earnings for India's top companies

Mumbai top investment destination among UAE based Indians

Mumbai top investment destination among UAE based Indians

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

About 22,300 NRIs across UAE participated in the survey which was conducted to understand the reason of buying property in India, preferred cities for investments, type of property, time frame, budget and finances planned. Indian cities are also in the top 25 real estate destinations in the Asia Pacific region for real estate investment destinations.

Crowds for Modi in Myanmar Brought From India: Khurshid

Crowds for Modi in Myanmar Brought From India: Khurshid

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Sunday said it was too early to review the shortcomings of the Narendra Modi government and it should be given at least six months to a year's time to perform.

Why the rupee will continue to be volatile

Why the rupee will continue to be volatile

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Analysts expect the central bank to remain watchful of inflation.

Rupee falls, NRI remittances surge

Rupee falls, NRI remittances surge

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

India received $70 billion in remittances during 2014.

Want to invest in MFs online?

Want to invest in MFs online?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

Various online platforms let you invest in direct mutual funds.

Manmarziyaan review: The Heart Has Its Reasons

Manmarziyaan review: The Heart Has Its Reasons

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

'Manmarziyaan is a meaty slice of Tinder-day relationships where love is a libidinous explosion that is unafraid of consequences and flies in the face of discretion,' says Sukanya Verma.

Why you must file I-T returns on time

Why you must file I-T returns on time

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Even if you don't come in the filing bracket, it is the only way to claim refunds, get visa to some countries.

Mission 272+: How the BJP used the Internet to power its campaign

Mission 272+: How the BJP used the Internet to power its campaign

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

'You will be surprised at how wide the Mission272+ Internet campaign has been in terms of its reach across India. We have volunteers in all of 543 Lok Sabha seats. Every one of them signed up to volunteer through the Internet. We are laser focused on Mission272+. All of our volunteers are working at the constituency level to make a difference so every vote and every booth counts.' Shashi Shekhar, who is spearheading the BJP's Internet-social media campaign, explains how it is done.

IndiGo rejigs ownership structure ahead of IPO

IndiGo rejigs ownership structure ahead of IPO

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Move aimed at giving more headroom to foreign investors.

10 ways train travel will be a pleasant experience

10 ways train travel will be a pleasant experience

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said that the common people have always been the focus of all initiatives by the Indian Railways.

Chetan Bhagat: I was asked to contest by all parties

Chetan Bhagat: I was asked to contest by all parties

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

'I wish I could find a party that could offer the best of the three parties,' best-selling novelist Chetan Bhagat tells Rediff.com's Aseem Chhabra in New York.

Ending narco-terrorism is easier said than done

Ending narco-terrorism is easier said than done

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Intelligence Bureau officers say the problem lies with the government treating narcotics and terrorism as two separate problems, with different law-enforcing agencies for each, and this ends up in defeating the purpose. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Rediff.com5 May 2018

'From the evidently pre-selected questions to the promotional slides on a screen redolent of the official audio-visual department, the choreography was palpably intended to present the prime minister in as good a light as possible in a 'safe' environment insulated from uncomfortable questions,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Amitabh, Prince Aga Khan receive Padma Vibhushan

Amitabh, Prince Aga Khan receive Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Prince Karim Aga Khan were among the eminent personalities awarded the Padma Vibhushan, country's second highest civilian honour, by President Pranab Mukherjee in New Delhi on Wednesday.

India committed to bring back growth: Swaraj

India committed to bring back growth: Swaraj

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Swaraj said the focus of the government is growth with eye on manufacturing, infrastructure and trade

Gold jewellery exports likely to dip by 50% in FY14

Gold jewellery exports likely to dip by 50% in FY14

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

Gold jewellery exports may decline by about 50 per cent in this financial year from last year after government restrictions reduced the availability of raw material, Gitanjali Gems Chairman and Managing Director Mehul Choksi said.

Why govt must prioritise attracting foreign capital

Why govt must prioritise attracting foreign capital

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

Given the concerns around trade wars that threaten to jeopardise global capital flows as well, attracting foreign capital needs to be a policy priority, says Neelkanth Mishra.

Discover India's poshest homes

Discover India's poshest homes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

These exist in a unique world of by-invitation-only properties -- those that are never advertised and which money alone cannot buy. One cannot simply walk in for a tour of these apartments. A buyer must first meet the developer's targeted social criteria to get invited for a walkthrough of the property.

Cricket Buzz: Ready for IPL-style women's T20?

Cricket Buzz: Ready for IPL-style women's T20?

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Top Indian and foreign players for one-off women's T20

Rajan effect on Re to continue: Analysts

Rajan effect on Re to continue: Analysts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

Rajan's first few measures include swap window facility for banks to lure in NRI funds.

Modi govt's war on black money has gone for a toss

Modi govt's war on black money has gone for a toss

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The Indian money in Swiss banks had fallen by 45 per cent in 2016, marking their biggest ever yearly plunge, to CHF 676 million (about Rs 4,500 crore) -- the lowest ever since the European nation began making the data public in 1987.

Tata Value Homes launches e-commerce platform

Tata Value Homes launches e-commerce platform

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

Tata Value Homes, a 100 per cent subsidiary of Tata Housing, on Monday launched its exclusive e-commerce platform to sell flats and is eyeing up to Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) revenue by FY2015-16.

Find out what Kotak e-Lifetime Income Plan has to offer

Find out what Kotak e-Lifetime Income Plan has to offer

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

Kotak Life Insurance has launched e-Lifetime plan which has unique features.

Will India's uber-luxury flats see real buyers?

Will India's uber-luxury flats see real buyers?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Real estate developers are banking high on ultra-luxury projects.

Competition, profitability key concerns for payment banks

Competition, profitability key concerns for payment banks

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Non-resident individuals (NRIs) have also been allowed to apply for the niche banking licence, provided they plan to return to India.

If I was spreading terror, I would have made a few lakh terrorists by now: Naik

If I was spreading terror, I would have made a few lakh terrorists by now: Naik

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

Controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik on Sunday claimed that there has been no misuse of funds by his banned NGO and rejected all allegations of involvement in terror-related activities.

Can Modi leverage global eminence to advance India's interests?

Can Modi leverage global eminence to advance India's interests?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

'You can see the essential contours of his new Pakistan strategy. Rather than keep engaging with or humouring them, he'd rather work on taking their four biggest supporters -- the US, China, the UAE and later Saudi Arabia -- away from them.' 'In his calculation,' says Shekhar Gupta, 'with the total support of all four of these, Pakistan will be forced to moderate its policies.'

Panama papers expose: DLF, Apollo, Indiabulls deny charges

Panama papers expose: DLF, Apollo, Indiabulls deny charges

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

The list includes Gautam Adani's brother Vinod Adani among others.