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'National lockdown could have been avoided'

'National lockdown could have been avoided'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

'Two days notice for the Janata Curfew.' 'Two-and-a-half days notice for lighting candles, but a mere four-hour notice for the lockdown without taking state governments into confidence.'

Airline pilots, moles and motor cars!

Airline pilots, moles and motor cars!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Anjuli Bhargava finds out that an astonishing number of relatives of DGCA officials over the years are and have been employed in the airline industry.

West Bengal panchayat polls key to Mamata's national ambitions

West Bengal panchayat polls key to Mamata's national ambitions

Rediff.com14 May 2018

The elections are not only a means for TMC to prove its wide, unopposed mass allegiance but also a way to bargain for national leadership among regional political parties in the road to New Delhi.

Only 0.33 per cent Indians have had COVID-19

Only 0.33 per cent Indians have had COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

'It might get worse. We don't really know what is it that is resulting in the high value of R now.'

What lies ahead for the big cat in the wild, wild world?

What lies ahead for the big cat in the wild, wild world?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

On International Tiger Day, India is still a long way from making sure that the future of our national animal is safe.

FDI flows into India could almost triple to $126 billion by 2025

FDI flows into India could almost triple to $126 billion by 2025

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Why India is an FDI magnet. The country satisfies several reconditions to attract FDI.

'Not passing the GST is a grave mistake'

'Not passing the GST is a grave mistake'

Rediff.com13 May 2016

What Rajya Sabha can do for the states, no other House can do, the Prime Minister said.

Telecom companies play debt card to escape call drop penalty

Telecom companies play debt card to escape call drop penalty

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Sibal said that Trai had compared India with China.

Total telephone user base rises to 94.64 cr in July: Trai

Total telephone user base rises to 94.64 cr in July: Trai

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Uninor added 8.53 lakh subscribers to take its base to 4.01 crore during the reported period.

Why Kolkata celebrates Christmas with such fervour

Why Kolkata celebrates Christmas with such fervour

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

'Anantkumar Hegde will be pleased that those thousands who formed a long line to enter the grounds of St Paul's Cathedral on Christmas Eve night were both aware of their 'parentage' -- to use his insulting term -- and would describe themselves as Hindu,' says Rahul Jacob.

Can SBI Mutual Fund be the top AMC?

Can SBI Mutual Fund be the top AMC?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

In 5 years, the AMC has clocked a growth rate of 40% with its AUM up nearly 4 times.

India to be home to 4.37 lakh millionaires by 2018: Study

India to be home to 4.37 lakh millionaires by 2018: Study

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Mumbai is the only Indian city in the top 30 cities in the world for multi-millionaires.

Wicket plays a big role in T20 cricket: Nehra

Wicket plays a big role in T20 cricket: Nehra

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Ashish Nehra has contributed significantly to the Indian team's recent success in Twenty 20s, and the old warhorse says he is enjoying his role of a mentor in the fast bowling department.

'My son will win the battle against Hinduvta politics'

'My son will win the battle against Hinduvta politics'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

'The attack on Kanhaiya was an attempt to silence his voice and send a warning to all those who are supporting him.'

After a stellar show in 2014, India's BRICS moment slows down

After a stellar show in 2014, India's BRICS moment slows down

Rediff.com14 May 2015

India put up a dull performance among emerging economies this year.

Tapping the $ 6 billion Indian healthcare biz

Tapping the $ 6 billion Indian healthcare biz

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

"In India, the sector will grow to $10 billion by 2018," predicts Vishal Bali, co-founder, Medwell Ventures, in an interview with Apurva Venkat.

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

As Geetanjali Krishna treks up to the Spartan temple of Triyuginarayan in Rudraprayag, she can't help but wonder about the excesses of Indian weddings.

Modi must focus on 3 factors to sustain 8% GDP growth

Modi must focus on 3 factors to sustain 8% GDP growth

Rediff.com18 May 2018

GST stabilisation, DTC implementation and banking reforms are crucial for sustaining high growth for a long period, says Rashesh Shah.

Is India's love affair with gold over?

Is India's love affair with gold over?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Imports in 2016 expected to be lowest in 7 years but experts don't rule out a revival in demand if the yellow metal's price falls

Doka La face-off: Round 1 to India

Doka La face-off: Round 1 to India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

Ten days later, with the Indian Army in full control of the area where the incident took place, New Delhi has signalled a face-saver for Beijing.

5 likely GST changes after 2019 polls

5 likely GST changes after 2019 polls

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

After the 2019 election, one thing is sure: GST will see a number of changes, explains Indivjal Dhasmana.

Rupee set for 5th yearly loss; 65-70 becomes new normal

Rupee set for 5th yearly loss; 65-70 becomes new normal

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

The rupee closed at Rs 66.21 in its last trading session.

Mobile carriers stare at costly victory as bandwidth sale ends

Mobile carriers stare at costly victory as bandwidth sale ends

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The entry of the deep-pocketed conglomerate is expected to heighten competition.

Why economists are against deferring fiscal goals

Why economists are against deferring fiscal goals

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Economists have cautioned that any deferment of the government's fiscal goals would prove counter-productive and raise the interest payment burden.

GST: Discount clause a worry for dealers

GST: Discount clause a worry for dealers

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

The GST bill's draft says tax would be levied on Maximum Retail Price

'If Mother was alive Sunday mass would be for Mohan Bhagwat'

'If Mother was alive Sunday mass would be for Mohan Bhagwat'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

The Missionaries of Charity are unaffected by the recent comments of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat questioning Mother Teresa's motives

Is India Inc prepared for GST?

Is India Inc prepared for GST?

Rediff.com29 May 2017

In a conversation with Vishal Chhabria and Hamsini Karthik, Gautam Chhaochharia, executive director & head, India Research, UBS, explains why implementing goods and services tax (GST) may not be as disruptive as many perceive it to be. But, he warns investors shouldn't have high expectations on corporate earnings.

Education can be affordable... This Delhi school proves it

Education can be affordable... This Delhi school proves it

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Sunshine Schools are looking to attract interest from members of the urban 'aspirational' class -- vegetable vendors, security guards, drivers, etc -- who cannot afford the fees charged by budget private schools.

Government, Opposition spar over triple talaq bill in Rajya Sabha

Government, Opposition spar over triple talaq bill in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

Amid noisy scenes, Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad introduced the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Bill 2017 for discussion and passage, but pandemonium broke out in the Upper House with the opposition creating an uproar and the BJP countering it vociferously.

Now 'dal' is a poll issue in Bihar

Now 'dal' is a poll issue in Bihar

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

The rising price of pulses has become a hot issue during the Bihar assembly polls.

Priced tea falls prey to Darjeeling unrest

Priced tea falls prey to Darjeeling unrest

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

Being a victim of recurring political unrest over three decades, low productivity and escalating production cost, the Darjeeling tea industry has not been in good financial health over a long time.

Team India look to revive fortunes in ODI series

Team India look to revive fortunes in ODI series

Rediff.com10 Oct 2015

With India being outplayed in the Twenty20s, captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni will face added pressure to perform and lead India from the front against a formidable South African unit in the five-match ODI cricket series starting in Kanpur on Sunday.

Govt expects GDP to drop to 5.5% in Oct-Dec

Govt expects GDP to drop to 5.5% in Oct-Dec

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

The minders of the Modi government's economic policy believe it would take 7 to 8 quarters -- or till around late 2018 -- for the economy to reap the rewards of demonetisation.

GST to test Modi government's legislative skills

GST to test Modi government's legislative skills

Rediff.com23 May 2016

The Modi government could steer through Parliament 59 out of 75 Bills.

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