News for 'Annual Financial Statement'

China's population at 1.41bn, may begin to decline by 2022

China's population at 1.41bn, may begin to decline by 2022

Rediff.com11 May 2021

China's birth rate has been in decline since 2017, despite easing of the 'one-child policy' in order to avert an incoming demographic crisis.

Will Kamala Harris spell trouble for India?

Will Kamala Harris spell trouble for India?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Events in America have strengthened the hand of those leaders there who wish India well, but think of India as being a collection of Indians.
If Indians are mistreated, they will object, asserts Aakar Patel.

China's parliament approves controversial Hong Kong security bill

China's parliament approves controversial Hong Kong security bill

Rediff.com28 May 2020

The new law permits for the first time Chinese security agencies to open their establishments and operate in Hong Kong.

PM invites Russia to set up defence industrial park in India

PM invites Russia to set up defence industrial park in India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

"We are committed to building a new India. We have to do this as early as possible," he said.

How these 5 states look to pacify disgruntled farmers

How these 5 states look to pacify disgruntled farmers

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

With the farmers' protest against the three new laws and in support of legalising the minimum support price (MSP) going strong, state governments have announced a slew of measures in their annual Budgets to placate farmers. The Centre kicked things off in the Union Budget by assuring farmers that the MSP would continue and coming out with a report card to demonstrate its commitment. However, these efforts don't seem to have yielded tangible results. In their respective Budgets, states chose to go a step further by announcing a variety of measures.

Peace with Pak will give India direct access to Central Asia: Imran

Peace with Pak will give India direct access to Central Asia: Imran

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said India will be benefitted economically by having peace with his country as it will enable New Delhi to directly access the resource-rich Central Asia region through Pakistani territory.

Media one of most adversely affected sectors due to COVID-19

Media one of most adversely affected sectors due to COVID-19

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The report suggests that one of the major impacts of COVID-19 on the media and entertainment industry is the instability caused and the downfall in the advertising revenues across all media segments

India, Japan to treble bilateral currency swap arrangement

India, Japan to treble bilateral currency swap arrangement

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

India and Japan on Friday decided to more than treble their currency swap arrangement from $15 billion to 50 billion in a move seen as sending an important signal for the rupee.

Curbing inflation RBI's top priority

Curbing inflation RBI's top priority

Rediff.com25 Jul 2006

The Reserve Bank of India said on Tuesday it would accord highest priority to contain inflation within 5 to 5.5 per cent, while keeping its projection for economic growth during 2006-07 unchanged at 7.5 to 8 per cent.

Imran's remarks show frustration; no 3rd party role in Kashmir: MEA

Imran's remarks show frustration; no 3rd party role in Kashmir: MEA

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

"Our position has been clear and consistent on Kashmir... It is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan," the MEA said. The US President had repeated his offer to 'help' resolve the issue on Tuesday.

Prez takes 30% salary cut, puts off buying limo

Prez takes 30% salary cut, puts off buying limo

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Kovind has also decided to defer purchase of the Presidential Limousine which was to be used for ceremonial occasions. 'The existing resources of the Rashtrapati Bhavan and the government will be shared and used for such occasions,' a communique said.

Chidambaram meets top US officials

Chidambaram meets top US officials

Rediff.com26 Sep 2005

Govt may infuse Rs 19k cr into PSU banks in FY16

Govt may infuse Rs 19k cr into PSU banks in FY16

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Banks will need more funds, as they have to provide more capital.

Ambani's Target: China, not Adani

Ambani's Target: China, not Adani

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Reliance's big-bang entry across the solar ecosystem will cut dependence on Chinese imports drastically. And Ambani's repeated emphasis that RIL's new energy foray will be 'a truly global business' points that his group is playing not just for a share of the Indian pie but to be the OEM in the larger 5,000 GW global market by 2030, points out Shailesh Dobhal.

Ghosts of Panaya, Skava continue to haunt Infosys

Ghosts of Panaya, Skava continue to haunt Infosys

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

In 2015, Infosys, under the leadership of then CEO Vishal Sikka, had bought Israeli automation technology firm Panaya for around $ 200 million and e-commerce service provider Skava for $1 20 million. The buyouts were mired in controversy owing to allegation of over-payment apart from not being an ideal fit.

India Inc still reeling under the menace of data theft

India Inc still reeling under the menace of data theft

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Around 41 per cent of these companies saw such instances, compared to the global average of 29 per cent. India's number is higher than other countries such as the United States (26 per cent), the United Kingdom (32 per cent) and Japan (27 per cent). It is also worse than other emerging markets. China had 39 per cent of firms affected by data theft. It was 19 per cent and 16 per cent for Brazil and Russia, respectively.

What ails our cities?

What ails our cities?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Reforms do happen and one example is Odisha which has taken steps to create a dedicated municipal cadre.

Trump again offers to 'help' resolve Kashmir issue

Trump again offers to 'help' resolve Kashmir issue

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

"we're talking about Kashmir and the relation to what's going on with Pakistan and India. And if we can help, we certainly will be helping," the President said.

Jai Anmol: Meet the low-profile Ambani scion

Jai Anmol: Meet the low-profile Ambani scion

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

The new executive director of Reliance Capital has big shoes to fill in every way.

India to follow OECD model to combat black money issue

India to follow OECD model to combat black money issue

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

India has already signed the OECD's global standard for automatic exchange of information between tax authorities two years back and once the new format is implemented, the country will follow the new protocols envisaged in it.

99% of scrapped 500, 1,000 notes back in system: RBI

99% of scrapped 500, 1,000 notes back in system: RBI

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

Only Rs 16,050 crore out of the Rs 15.44 lakh crore of the old high denomination notes have not returned.

Budget: TUs want FM to hike I-T ceiling, minimum wages, pension

Budget: TUs want FM to hike I-T ceiling, minimum wages, pension

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

They said that massive public investment in infrastructure, social sectors and agriculture would generate employment and the Union Budget should give it a priority and allocate necessary funds for this.

G20 leaders vow to boost global GDP by over $2 trillion

G20 leaders vow to boost global GDP by over $2 trillion

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

The statement said that the global economy is being held back by a shortfall in demand, while addressing supply constraints is key to lifting potential growth.

12th year in a row, Fitch keeps India sovereign rating unchanged

12th year in a row, Fitch keeps India sovereign rating unchanged

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Fitch had last upgraded India's sovereign rating from BB+ to BBB- with a stable outlook on August 1, 2006.

I-T sends letters to 35,000 assessees for not filing returns

I-T sends letters to 35,000 assessees for not filing returns

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

With this batch, the department has now issued letters in 210,000 high priority cases.

Infosys a 'top global brand with a conscience'

Infosys a 'top global brand with a conscience'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2004

Infosys Technologies Ltd on Tuesday said it is among the eight international companies chosen to be in the first annual list of 'top brands with a conscience.'

New companies law is welcome but incomplete

New companies law is welcome but incomplete

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

On Thursday, the Bill was approved by the Rajya Sabha; once it receives the president's assent and is notified, it will replace the legislation in force currently, which dates from 1956.

Here's why India may lose out on hosting Champions Trophy

Here's why India may lose out on hosting Champions Trophy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

India could lose out on hosting the 2021 Champions Trophy if the government doesn't allow tax exemption on the event.

Football Extras: 'Manchester City is the best team in Europe'

Football Extras: 'Manchester City is the best team in Europe'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Jio, Microsoft team up for digital transformation

Jio, Microsoft team up for digital transformation

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

The alliance combines capabilities of both the companies to offer a set of solutions comprising connectivity, computing, storage solutions, and other technology services and applications required by Indian businesses, and will span the broad Reliance Industries ecosystem, including its existing and new businesses.

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'If the Russian forces do capture Kyiv and set up some sort of provisional government, they might run into an insurgency, for which the geography is just right, it could prove costly for them.' 'In that event, the whole exercise could turn out to be counter-productive -- and costly in both foreign policy and domestic terms.'

Ask Anil: Your tax queries answered

Ask Anil: Your tax queries answered

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Tax Guru Anil Rego answers your personal income tax queries.

An insurance plan that will benefit both employers and employees

An insurance plan that will benefit both employers and employees

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The scheme, which will be effective from July 1, 2019 would benefit 36 million employees and 1.28 million employers. The ESI Act applies to factories with 10 or more workers and provides for medical, cash, maternity, disability and dependent benefits to employees drawing a salary of up to Rs 21,000 per month.

4 must-have insurance covers

4 must-have insurance covers

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Without them your financial security is at a huge risk...

Is Modi govt weakening HAL?

Is Modi govt weakening HAL?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

With no payments coming in, HAL for the first time ever taken a bank loan of Rs 7.81 billion.

Didn't quote PAN with big transactions? Here's help!

Didn't quote PAN with big transactions? Here's help!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

The department gets data of high-value transactions under the Annual Information Return.

Why was Kumbh Mela held amidst raging pandemic?

Why was Kumbh Mela held amidst raging pandemic?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

What is particularly worrying is that the vast majority will not have access to testing or even to proper treatment. These cases could have been avoided if the government had shown the political will to do so, observes Rashme Sehgal.

Amid Doklam standoff, govt plans to speed up roads along China border

Amid Doklam standoff, govt plans to speed up roads along China border

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

The CAG had taken a strong objection to the long delays by the BRO in constructing 61 strategically important roads.

Icra downgrades Jet Airways' loan

Icra downgrades Jet Airways' loan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

The company has finalised a three year business plan to increase revenue and control costs.

Modi, the Winter Fashionista

Modi, the Winter Fashionista

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

Thank you, Mr Prime Minister, for bringing colour to our colourless, drab, despair-ridden lives.