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Think twice before guaranteeing a friend's loan

Think twice before guaranteeing a friend's loan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Being a guarantor for a freinds loan can cost you a dear.

RBI should maintain its inflation-fighting stand

RBI should maintain its inflation-fighting stand

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will make its bi-monthly policy announcement next week. The macroeconomic backdrop to this event is perhaps the most reassuring in the past several quarters.

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Want to train like Serena or Nadal?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Rafael Nadal Tennis Academy, which opened last autumn on the Spanish island of Mallorca, is charging kids 56,000 euros ($62,000) a year for tennis lessons and school.

'Hooda safe' as Chavan, Gogoi's fate becomes unclear

'Hooda safe' as Chavan, Gogoi's fate becomes unclear

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Saturday held parleys with the chief ministers of Maharashtra and Haryana amidst the possibility of a change of guard in some of the states where it is in power as the party prepares for a massive rejig in the wake of its unprecedented debacle in Lok Sabha polls.

'I am not a fan of glamorous roles'

'I am not a fan of glamorous roles'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

'I was tense the night before the shoot; I developed cold feet. However, when I got up in the morning, I was confident and looking forward to playing Sandhya.' Niharika Konidela gets candid about her first film, Ok Manasu.

Review: Naku Penta Naku Taka disappoints

Review: Naku Penta Naku Taka disappoints

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

Naku Penta Naku Taka is a disappointment considering the promise it carried.

Pension fund managers devise new strategies to attract youths to NPS

Pension fund managers devise new strategies to attract youths to NPS

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

The pension fund managers distribute products under the National Pension System.

Why Modi needs to focus on the Maldives

Why Modi needs to focus on the Maldives

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

'If all goes well, Modi will visit the Maldives later this year. But two Indian concerns remain unaddressed: President Yameen's intentions about Mohammad Nasheed and China,' says Rajeev Sharma.

Modi sarkar's plan to overcome Lalitgate, Vyapam storm

Modi sarkar's plan to overcome Lalitgate, Vyapam storm

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Never back down! The government has decided to battle out the controversies in Parliament and a conscious decision was taken not to shorten the monsoon session, say sources

Avventura, Cross Polo, Etios Cross: Which one is the best?

Avventura, Cross Polo, Etios Cross: Which one is the best?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Three hatchbacks have been muscled up to offer a more adventurous driving experience.

Is multitasking killing your productivity?

Is multitasking killing your productivity?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Multitasking is like taking your brain to the gym; do it enough and it will help, but stress it too much, and you are going to tire it out eventually.

5 credit lessons for college students

5 credit lessons for college students

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Here are some very important credit gyaan you wish you had got from your parents

Sehwag and Gambhir fail as J&K stun Delhi in Vijay Hazare trophy

Sehwag and Gambhir fail as J&K stun Delhi in Vijay Hazare trophy

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Senior pros Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir failed with the bat as Jammu and Kashmir powered by their skipper Parvez Rasool shocked Delhi by two wickets in the opening match of the North Zone leg of the National One-Day Championship for the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Bifurcation of Andhra can still be stopped: Expelled Cong MP

Bifurcation of Andhra can still be stopped: Expelled Cong MP

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

The Congress will be wiped out in the next elections, Rayapati Sambasiva Rao, one of the six MPs who was expelled by the Congress for opposing the creation of Telangana, tells Rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa.

Should you prepay your home loan?

Should you prepay your home loan?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Just in case you have surplus funds and are thinking about it, here are some pros and cons you must know...

OilMin considering raising subsidised LPG cap to 12

OilMin considering raising subsidised LPG cap to 12

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

Under pressure from his party, Oil Minister M Veerappa Moily said the government is considering increasing the quota of subsidised LPG cylinders to 12 per household even as hints were dropped of a one-time hike in diesel and LPG rates

Battered markets eye Budget boost

Battered markets eye Budget boost

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

The market is expecting fiscal prudence.

6 good reasons why you must go for personal loans

6 good reasons why you must go for personal loans

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

But before borrowers jump in joy they must know about the drawbacks too!

Narine has captain Gambhir's total support

Narine has captain Gambhir's total support

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

West Indies off-spinner Sunil Narine got complete backing of his Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir who termed him as an asset and said there can be no back-up for the mystery bowler.

Convenience, safety or discount? The dilemma of how to pay your bills

Convenience, safety or discount? The dilemma of how to pay your bills

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

A mobile wallet may offer discounts but allows transactions of limited amounts. And, while a bank app or internet account allows larger transactions, it might be less convenient

After WTO, India skips signing Asean services trade pact

After WTO, India skips signing Asean services trade pact

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Sitharaman cancels Myanmar trip at last moment citing launch of Modi's Jan Dhan Yojana.

Why PSU stocks should not be ignored?

Why PSU stocks should not be ignored?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

It is imperative to check the basics of a company before investing in it

What Indian media can learn from US elections

What Indian media can learn from US elections

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

Perhaps one aspect of the way modern media particularly print and news television works need some soul-searching: Their tendency to "frame" news stories as a conflict between two personalities, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

How to pay tax and claim deductions for joint home ownership

How to pay tax and claim deductions for joint home ownership

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

If a couple is registered as joint owners of a property, the tax authorities expect both of them to show their income or capital gains from the house in their tax returns, says Arvind Rao, a chartered account and certified financial planner

To demat or not to demat mutual funds?

To demat or not to demat mutual funds?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Here are some pros and cons...

Dream home on your mind? Think pre-approved home loans!

Dream home on your mind? Think pre-approved home loans!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Here are the many pros and some cons of going for such an arrangement

Buying a used car on loan? 5 things you must know

Buying a used car on loan? 5 things you must know

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

Rishi Mehra explains the pros and cons of buying a used car on either car loan or personal loan

'Evolving' Dhoni plays mentor, guide to youngsters

'Evolving' Dhoni plays mentor, guide to youngsters

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

'You have extra responsibility on you. You have to talk to the youngsters, you have to guide them' 'As far as identifying individuals who can be a finisher is concerned, yes we have identified a few'

Demonetisation is done. What should Modi & Jaitley do next?

Demonetisation is done. What should Modi & Jaitley do next?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

Adhil Shetty, CEO, BankBazaar.com shares his thoughts on what could help make digitisation and going cashless easier in the New Year.

Does Donald Trump deserve a chance?

Does Donald Trump deserve a chance?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

While political observers are unable to make head or tail of the US President, those moving in high business and industry circles tell B S Raghavan that Trump's style is exactly that of an aggressive and successful businessman.

7 qualities of highly successful people

7 qualities of highly successful people

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

These powerful habits will make you more productive and a better human being.

Why it's time to challenge the math on inflation targeting

Why it's time to challenge the math on inflation targeting

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Inflation targeting framework is now enshrined as a formal agreement by the government and the RBI; thus, it may seem that we are flogging a dead horse, says Soumya Kanti Ghosh.

Samsung Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel, watch out for LG G6!

Samsung Galaxy S8 and Google Pixel, watch out for LG G6!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

With its stunning design, premium look and practical cameras, the LG G6 flagship is all prepared to break into the Big Club, says Himanshu Juneja

Is Mehbooba delaying government formation to reset the BJP-PDP equation?

Is Mehbooba delaying government formation to reset the BJP-PDP equation?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Mehbooba wants a congenial political atmosphere and everybody's support before taking the reins of power; hence the delay in government formation. Aditi Phadnis opines.

Net neutrality: Lessons from cable TV

Net neutrality: Lessons from cable TV

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Airtel Zero launched with the promise of free access to apps.

Rejuvenated Dhoni eyes series-clinching win on home ground

Rejuvenated Dhoni eyes series-clinching win on home ground

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Rediscovering himself in the twilight of his career, a rejuvenated Mahendra Singh Dhoni would look to continue his regained form and guide India to a series-clinching win when the hosts take on New Zealand in the fourth One-Day International, in Ranchi, on Wednesday.

Why inflation targeting alone will not help India

Why inflation targeting alone will not help India

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

M V Subramanian says there is an imperative need for collective responsibility to tackle inflation, prices and availability of essential commodities, and not rely on inflation targeting alone.

Is Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme the best investment for your girl child?

Is Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme the best investment for your girl child?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Let us look at this scheme a little more in detail.

Cong's Nilekani may challenge Ananth Kumar in LS polls

Cong's Nilekani may challenge Ananth Kumar in LS polls

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

It is almost official: Unique Identification Authority of India chairman and former Infosys CEO Nandan Nilekani will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from South Bangalore, the IT hub, against Bharatiya Janata Party veteran Ananth Kumar.

Valentine's Day Special: 50 Shades of filmi lovin': Let's talk about sex, baby!

Valentine's Day Special: 50 Shades of filmi lovin': Let's talk about sex, baby!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

The very filmi Valentine's Day Special!