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How Banks will Pester Customers to Pay

How Banks will Pester Customers to Pay

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

Although such alerts are not compulsory for the banks, this may become the norm now if payments are missed even for a day.

'Mary Kom' packs a punch in Assam's mobile theatre arena

'Mary Kom' packs a punch in Assam's mobile theatre arena

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

This year, Abahan Theatre's marquee play is based on the Olympic boxing medallist Mary Kom. Written by Abhijit Bhattacharya, popular Assamese actor Prastuti Parashar portrays the role of the champion pugilist from Manipur in the play.

Kale, selectors should undergo lie-detector test

Kale, selectors should undergo lie-detector test

Rediff.com23 Nov 2003

MCA Chairman Balasahab Thorve called for the tests to unearth the truth behind the bribery scandal.

Terms of endearment

Terms of endearment

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

UP govt to probe bribery allegations

UP govt to probe bribery allegations

Rediff.com25 Nov 2003

"If need be, the state government will bring out a law to stop corruption in sport," Uttar Pradesh Sports Minister R.K. Chaudhary said on Tuesday.

ATM-isation of banking is here

ATM-isation of banking is here

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

But what do banks gain by opening their apps for all? The answer -- rival bank's customers under their fold.

Sahara to sponsor Indian hockey

Sahara to sponsor Indian hockey

Rediff.com9 Jul 2003

Selector Sanjay Jagdale summoned by Rao

Selector Sanjay Jagdale summoned by Rao

Rediff.com29 Nov 2003

Rao said More and Roy mentioned Jagdale's name when they provided details to the Commission about the alleged bribe offer.

BCCI to discuss Kale case next Sunday

BCCI to discuss Kale case next Sunday

Rediff.com24 Nov 2003

Meanwhile, Kale has won support from players who have protested against his suspension.

Hearing begins in Kale case

Hearing begins in Kale case

Rediff.com27 Nov 2003

Abhijit Kale contended before a Pune court that the suspension slapped by BCCI was 'illegal and malafide'.

Ganguly stays clear at the top

Ganguly stays clear at the top

Rediff.com16 Dec 2003

A fighting draw against Saptarshi Roy enabled the PSPB GM take his tally to 14 points after the 18th round in the 41st National 'A' chess championship.

Ganguly extends lead to one point

Ganguly extends lead to one point

Rediff.com10 Dec 2003

The Grandmaster from PSPB has 7.5 points and is followed by five players on 6.5 in the National A chess championship.

'Definite improvement in economic activity in October'

'Definite improvement in economic activity in October'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

'I hope the trend is sustainable and that economic activity accelerates going forward.'

He taught me to be informed, unafraid: Slain B'desh blogger's stepdaughter

He taught me to be informed, unafraid: Slain B'desh blogger's stepdaughter

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

In the piece below, Roy's stepdaughter Trisha Ahmed, a second-year student at Johns Hopkins University, recounts the father she remembers and the attack she's trying to forget.

The fault-lines in Bengal's electoral battleground

The fault-lines in Bengal's electoral battleground

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Jayanta Roy Chowdhury reports on how the West Bengal elections are being fought by the BJP and Trinalool Congress amid COVID challenges, 'Bangaliana', and campaigns based on religion, region, and caste.

How govt can boost infra funding in India

How govt can boost infra funding in India

Rediff.com4 Apr 2021

For development finance institution to succeed now, the government must stand like a rock behind it and be patient.

'After Covid, demand will be back with a vengeance'

'After Covid, demand will be back with a vengeance'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

'When there is unlocking, there is demand revival.' 'This is going to be the main growth engine in this kind of an economic scenario.'

Prashant Kanojia and 9 cases that should worry you

Prashant Kanojia and 9 cases that should worry you

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

One would not think that a Facebook status or a tweet could land you in jail, at least not in India -- the world's largest democracy. However, the reality is a lot more brutal in India, which has a shameful history of locking up its citizens for dissenting viewpoints. According to Mint, at least 50 people have been arrested through 2017 and 2018 for posts on social media. Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com presents some of the most prominent cases.

My life my style: Arjun Rampal

My life my style: Arjun Rampal

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Star of the upcoming film, Roy, Arjun Rampal fields rapid-fire questions!

Loan restructuring: 'Whoever needs relief should get it'

Loan restructuring: 'Whoever needs relief should get it'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'Mostly, the relief, if needed, would be for housing loans where a person has lost a job and is unable to pay his EMI or there has been a temporary salary cut.'

My take aways from the Jaipur LitFest

My take aways from the Jaipur LitFest

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

'Surprised by the absence of any sloganeering or even mild protest in an ambience so free and self-regulated, I asked a friend from Delhi whether he too, with sharp political antenna, was surprised at how smooth and easy going everything was,' notes Ambassador B S Prakash.

Then VC asked cops to enter Jadavpur Univ: RTI reply

Then VC asked cops to enter Jadavpur Univ: RTI reply

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

The cops' RTI reply does clear the air about the varsity chief's role on that eventful night. The letter, however, fails to explain how his 'unarmed police' resorted to merciless lathi-charge, video footage of which was broadcast by many television channels.

India's First Lady Suvra Mukherjee passes away

India's First Lady Suvra Mukherjee passes away

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

President Pranab Mukherjee's wife Suvra Mukherjee, who has been ailing for some time, passed away on Tuesday. She was 74.

Bankers weigh all options to save Jet

Bankers weigh all options to save Jet

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Indian bankers are fearful that going out of their way to save Jet could lead to subsequent harassment from investigative agencies.

'The end is in sight, the TMC is fast losing its credibility'

'The end is in sight, the TMC is fast losing its credibility'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

'There is no discipline here -- only autocracy. The state is not governed by any democratic ideology. Democracy has ceased to exist here.'

Jadavpur university protesters want VC's head

Jadavpur university protesters want VC's head

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Jadavpur University students will settle for nothing less than Vice Chancellor Abhijit Chakraborty's exit for letting loose political goons and Rapid Action Troops on peaceful protesters in the campus. Indrani Roy reports

'You never know what notification will come on Friday'

'You never know what notification will come on Friday'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

'Nobody will wait now. Everyone will come to deposit their old notes. The confidence is shaken.'

Path-breaking ideas? Try reading these books, Mr Modi!

Path-breaking ideas? Try reading these books, Mr Modi!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

India's primary failings have been in its inability to deliver health and education for all.

Bank staff slogging it out on their own

Bank staff slogging it out on their own

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

There is not much bank employees can do, but some words of encouragement from the management would have helped. Stretched working hours and the tense atmosphere is taking a toll on their health.

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

'Ekta Kapoor candidly confessed that she is equated with scandal, sleaze and shocking content.' 'So it's gutsy on her part that she is not bothered if our Indian audience is ready for such a Web series.'

Ranji round-up: Goswami, Majumdar tons lead Bengal rescue act

Ranji round-up: Goswami, Majumdar tons lead Bengal rescue act

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday

Ex-bureaucrats blame PM for India's 'darkest hour'

Ex-bureaucrats blame PM for India's 'darkest hour'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

A group of retired civil servants also called upon the PM to reach out to the families of the victims in Unnao and Kathua and "seek their forgiveness on behalf of all of us".

Star India wins India cricket sponsorship rights; Sahara bid declared ineligible

Star India wins India cricket sponsorship rights; Sahara bid declared ineligible

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Star India Pvt. Ltd. was awarded the team sponsorship rights of the Indian team on Monday for a period of three years after Sahara's bid was declared ineligible by the BCCI in Chennai.

'Bureaucratic process for selecting RBI governor is wrong'

'Bureaucratic process for selecting RBI governor is wrong'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Interview with former Reserve Bank of India governor by Duvvuri Subbarao.

SBI wants to be among the world's top 30 banks in three years: Arundhati Bhattacharya

SBI wants to be among the world's top 30 banks in three years: Arundhati Bhattacharya

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Arundhati Bhattacharya talks about SBI's strategies, its aim to be among the top 30 banks globally, and stressed assets resolution.

CAA/NPR/NRC: What govt must do

CAA/NPR/NRC: What govt must do

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

'The CAA should be kept in abeyance, without making it a prestige issue.'
'Laying down a clear policy on the future of illegal migrants will dispel anxieties and help in implementing the CAA, NPR and also the NCR,' suggests former Union home secretary Dr Madhav Godbole.

Exit interview: What's next for Mudra CEO Madhukar Kamath?

Exit interview: What's next for Mudra CEO Madhukar Kamath?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

'Degrees get you into the room, it is the attitude that counts,' says adman Madhukar Kamath.

Why you won't see Lord Shiva in a reality show

Why you won't see Lord Shiva in a reality show

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

'It was a lifetime opportunity for an actor to get such a vast platform and play the sexiest and most powerful God.' Mohit Raina's life admittedly changed when the titular role in Devon Ke Dev... Mahadev came his way.

When Rajdeep Sardesai attempted 'instant history'

When Rajdeep Sardesai attempted 'instant history'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Rajdeep Sardesai's 2014: The Election That Changed India, will make him a ton of money, says Shreekant Sambrani, but admits he is more interested in knowing whether the book lives up to its title.