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Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi to be chief guest on Republic Day 2017

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi to be chief guest on Republic Day 2017

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

This was announced by External Affairs Spokesman Vikas Swarup in New Delhi on Sunday.

Modi woos investors in Malaysia

Modi woos investors in Malaysia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

India has ended regulatory uncertainty: Modi assures Malaysia.

'Chowkidar' a coward who runs away from debate: Rahul

'Chowkidar' a coward who runs away from debate: Rahul

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

'The chowkidar took away your money by demonetisation and GST. The keys to the banks were handed over to thieves like Anil Ambani'

CBSE class 10 results: Four students top with 499 out 500 marks

CBSE class 10 results: Four students top with 499 out 500 marks

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Girls outperformed boys with a pass percentage of 88.67 as opposed to 85.32.

Adiga's The White Tiger will be made into a film

Adiga's The White Tiger will be made into a film

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Aravind Adiga's Man Booker Prize winner The White Tiger will now be seen in a theatre near you.

India Mela part of India Week programs at UGA

India Mela part of India Week programs at UGA

Rediff.com8 Apr 2009

An India Festival organized by the Indian Association of Greater Athens, Georgia, a discussion on Vikas Swarup's book Q&A which formed the basis for the Oscar winning movie Slumdog Millionaire, and yoga and Indian dance demonstrations were among the programs of the March 25-April 3 India Week at the University of Georgia at Athens sponsored by Asha-UGA.

Norms for mega pension scheme soon

Norms for mega pension scheme soon

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

Interim pension regulator PFRDA will come out with investment guidelines for its mega pension plan by the middle of this month.

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'We must not compromise with the standard, the quality. We don't need to be the first to launch a drug but what we need is a Made in India vaccine that the entire world can rely on'

Clueless in California

Clueless in California

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Being in the heart of the Silicon Valley was an education in itself. Today it is the most exciting area of synergy between the US and India and Indian achievement.

PM Modi begins 2-day visit to UAE, to discuss terror, trade in talks

PM Modi begins 2-day visit to UAE, to discuss terror, trade in talks

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

With terror and investments high on his agenda for talks with the UAE leadership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday began his two-day trip to this strategic Gulf nation with a visit to the historic Sheikh Zayed Grand mosque, the world's third largest.

A R Rahman wins BAFTA award for <I>Slumdog</I>

A R Rahman wins BAFTA award for Slumdog

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Bolstering its chances for the Oscars scheduled later this month, the film based on India's diplomat-turned author Vikas Swarup's novel went into the ceremony with 11 nominations and won prizes for best film, best director, original screenplay, music, cinematography, editing and sound.

Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince meets Modi

Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince meets Modi

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was on Thursday accorded a ceremonial welcome in the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

'US panel views on minorities based on lack of understanding of India'

'US panel views on minorities based on lack of understanding of India'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

India on Thursday dismissed allegations made during a US Congressional Commission briefing that "violence" against minorities was taking place after the advent of the Modi government, saying it was based on lack of understanding of India, its Constitution and society.

Breather for Mallya: UK refuses his deportation

Breather for Mallya: UK refuses his deportation

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Mallya's Kingfisher Airlines has been accused of defaulting bank loans of over Rs 9,400 crore.

BRICS must intensify efforts against terror, its sponsors: Modi

BRICS must intensify efforts against terror, its sponsors: Modi

Rediff.com4 Sep 2016

Modi in his address to the BRICS Leaders Meeting in Hangzhou said "terrorists in South Asia or any where for that matter do not own banks or weapons factories". "Clearly someone funds and arms them and BRICS must intensify joint efforts not just to fight terror but to coordinate actions to isolate those who are supporters and sponsors of terror," he said, without naming Pakistan which is a close ally of China.

No official confirmation regarding Masood Azhar's detention: MEA

No official confirmation regarding Masood Azhar's detention: MEA

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Even as Pakistan on Wednesday detained Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Maulana Masood Azhar, his brother and "several individuals" belonging to his dreaded outfit, suspected to have engineered the Pathankot terror attack, India has said it has no official conformation of the same.

MFs see strong inflows in October

MFs see strong inflows in October

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

In October, the contribution through SIPs rose to Rs 79.85 billion, up 42% compared to the same month last year.

Q & A makes it to bestseller list

Q & A makes it to bestseller list

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

As the film crossed $200 million barrier worldwide this week following a terrific bump after its eight Oscar win, booksellers worldwide, especially in the UK, Australia and New Zealand are reporting big demand for the novel.

NFOs are HOT again!

NFOs are HOT again!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

Fundraising via equity NFOs highest since 2008; Over Rs 11K cr collected in first eight months of 2017, says Chandan Kishore Kant

When Slumdog got a makeover

When Slumdog got a makeover

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

Based on Vikas Swarup's bestseller Q & A, the film however did not strictly adhere to the book. In fact, according to a guardian,co.uk report, the movie was given an extreme makeover.

'Pension Bill: More players within 6 months'

'Pension Bill: More players within 6 months'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2008

After years of waiting, finally there seems to be hope for the passage of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Bill, thanks to the Left's withdrawal of support from the government. The passing of the Bill will provide statutory backing to the regulatory agency, enabling it to issue guidelines and allow non-government employees to save for the long-term. PFRDA Chairman D Swarup spoke to Business Standard about the issues involved.

Rajnath likely to visit Pakistan for SAARC meet

Rajnath likely to visit Pakistan for SAARC meet

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

During the visit, apart from attending the SAARC meet, Singh is likely to have bilateral meetings with his counterparts from other SAARC member-countries, including Pakistan's Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan.

India cannot remain a global 'back office': PM

India cannot remain a global 'back office': PM

Rediff.com20 Dec 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday said India should not remain a 'back office' to provide R&D solutions to the world and asked scientists to do more to keep pace with China and Japan who have 'scored over' it in taking scientific and technological advances to the people.

MF industry badly hit by slowdown in equity flows

MF industry badly hit by slowdown in equity flows

Rediff.com17 May 2019

In April, the inflows into equity schemes dropped 60% compared to the previous month to Rs 4,608 crore, the lowest since Sept 2016.

FDI cap in DTH to go up to 74%

FDI cap in DTH to go up to 74%

Rediff.com26 Mar 2008

Currently, we are planning to construct one animation centre in Pune. We have asked PwC to prepare a detailed report for the same; it should be ready in the next four months.

'India has never lacked for ideas'

'India has never lacked for ideas'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

'Soft power is the power really to win friends and influence people with the strength of your ideas.' 'India's greatest soft power is being India itself. A nation of varied beliefs, states, creeds, castes, languages and yet embodying that spirit of unity in diversity.'

Uighur activist Isa 'suppressed' facts while obtaining visa: India

Uighur activist Isa 'suppressed' facts while obtaining visa: India

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Isa had "suppressed" facts while obtaining it but admitted that China had made its position clear to New Delhi.

Tit for tat: India grants visa to Chinese 'terrorist' after Azhar snub

Tit for tat: India grants visa to Chinese 'terrorist' after Azhar snub

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

China accuses Isa of terror activities in the remote Xinjiang region where there is frequent violence between the local Uyghur population and government forces.

Bon Appetit! Shanghai treats served to Modi at lunch

Bon Appetit! Shanghai treats served to Modi at lunch

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Menu included selection of traditional appetizers, double boiled bean curd soup, stewed porcini, pancake with vegetable.

From Full Monty to Slumdog Millionaire

From Full Monty to Slumdog Millionaire

Rediff.com22 Sep 2008

After writing and directing the hugely popular movie about a bunch of male strippers, Simon Beaufoy, directed the Anil Kapoor starrer Slumdog Millionaire. He recounts how he went about it and how India continues to amaze him.

Exempt tax for all pension funds: PFRDA

Exempt tax for all pension funds: PFRDA

Rediff.com1 May 2008

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has sought income tax exemption for the New Pension Scheme at par with other schemes like Public Provident Fund (PPF).

Dalai Lama's Arunachal visit will damage ties with India, warns China

Dalai Lama's Arunachal visit will damage ties with India, warns China

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

The invitation to the "Dalai Lama for activity in the disputed areas between China and India will only damage peace stability of the border areas as well as the bilateral relationship between China and India", Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lu Kang.

Two Indians among 62 dead in plane crash in southern Russia

Two Indians among 62 dead in plane crash in southern Russia

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

High winds and low visibility caused pilots to abort a first attempt at landing.

Pension regulator appoints NSDL as record-keeper

Pension regulator appoints NSDL as record-keeper

Rediff.com10 Apr 2007

Interim pension regulator Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has appointed National Securities Depositories Ltd as an agency to track the pension records of those under the new pension scheme.

15 foreign envoys meet civil society in J-K

15 foreign envoys meet civil society in J-K

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

This is the first visit by diplomats to the newly carved out UT.

SBI, UTI, LIC to invest pension funds in equities

SBI, UTI, LIC to invest pension funds in equities

Rediff.com28 Nov 2007

State Bank of India, UTI AMC and Life Insurance Corporation will start investing the corpus of the new pension system (NPS), estimated around Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) now, in market instruments including 15 per cent in equities from end-June 2008.

'Indian Nobel Prize' for 13 scientists

'Indian Nobel Prize' for 13 scientists

Rediff.com26 Sep 2006

In Engineering Sciences, Dr Ashish Lele of National Chemical Laboratory, Pune and Dr Sanjay Mittal of Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur received the award.

Week's Best in News

Week's Best in News

Rediff.com5 Feb 2005

Week's Best in News

India to become full member of MTCR tomorrow

India to become full member of MTCR tomorrow

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Significantly, China, which stonewalled India's entry into the 48-nation NSG at the just--concluded Seoul plenary, is not a member of 34-nation MTCR.

No peace between India & Pak without resolving Kashmir issue: Sharif

No peace between India & Pak without resolving Kashmir issue: Sharif

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Sharif raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, renews plebiscite demand.