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2024 to be a Modi vs Kejriwal battle: Sisodia after raids

2024 to be a Modi vs Kejriwal battle: Sisodia after raids

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

Addressing a press conference a day after the CBI raid against him, Sisodia expressed apprehension that the agency or the Enforcement Directorate (ED) may arrest him in the next 3-4 days, while Chief Minister Kejriwal, who has been aggressively taking on the Bharatiya Janata Party in Modi's home state, announced on Twitter that he will be touring Gujarat with Sisodia from Monday.

What Pak army chief's 3-year extension means for Kashmir

What Pak army chief's 3-year extension means for Kashmir

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

'With the extension issue settled clearly in his favour, Gen Bajwa would be free to fashion a more hardline policy against India. 'We could, therefore, expect a raising of the ante in Kashmir,' says Rana Banerji.

Govt to sell 20% in National Fertilizers, could rake in Rs 410 cr

Govt to sell 20% in National Fertilizers, could rake in Rs 410 cr

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The government has revised its divestment target downwards from Rs 2.1 trillion, as its ambitious privatisation programme has been deferred to next year.

Borrowers spoilt for choice as banks cut loan rates

Borrowers spoilt for choice as banks cut loan rates

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Low home loan rates by banks could put large players in an advantageous position over smaller non-bank players, believe analysts.

Paytm aims to bring a million small merchants online

Paytm aims to bring a million small merchants online

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

The company is modelling its many ventures on Alibaba in China.

ONGC to stay firm on Imperial bid

ONGC to stay firm on Imperial bid

Rediff.com17 Oct 2008

Oil producer ONGC on Friday said the fall in international oil prices would not change the company's bid for acquisition of UK-listed Imperial Energy.

A Wedding Dress Bank for the Poor

A Wedding Dress Bank for the Poor

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

'You will never be able to do any work for society if you wait to make enough money.'

With fatter wallet, Paytm goes for the kill

With fatter wallet, Paytm goes for the kill

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The mobile wallet player plans to add more Chinese sellers to its e-commerce platform and boost technology for its soon-to-be-launched payments bank

As big funds vanish, start-ups stare at M&A for survival

As big funds vanish, start-ups stare at M&A for survival

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Experts argue that the top two players in each category will receive funding sooner or later, but for laggards, the market is still challenging

Debt collection pangs: Borrowers vs creditors

Debt collection pangs: Borrowers vs creditors

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

Borrowers can move civil courts to stall recovery proceedings as they have few other choices.

Alibaba gets approval to establish private bank in China

Alibaba gets approval to establish private bank in China

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

China's e-commerce giant Alibaba, which completed the world's largest initial public offering ever this month, has won approval from authorities in Beijing to establish a private bank as it diversify into financial services.

Banks set to pare credit targets

Banks set to pare credit targets

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

The loan portfolio of banks has grown by Rs 54,908 crore (Rs 549.08 billion) till September 14, representing only 3.6 per cent growth. During the same period last year, banks had lent Rs 147,657 crore (Rs 1,476.57 billion), a rise of 10.5 per cent.

Crisis at LAC due to Modi's mismanagement: Sonia

Crisis at LAC due to Modi's mismanagement: Sonia

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Addressing the Congress Working Committee, the president of the party said, ""Misfortunes do not come singly. India has been hit by a terrible economic crisis, a pandemic of huge proportions and, now, by a full-blown crisis on the borders with China. Much of each crisis is attributable to the mismanagement of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government and the wrong policies pursued by it."

The Poverty Puzzle

The Poverty Puzzle

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

There's no silver bullet to get rid of poverty, says Alok Sheel.

China could've stopped virus, but didn't: Trump

China could've stopped virus, but didn't: Trump

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The US president, who has expressed disappointment over China's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, claimed that it was the "incompetence" of Beijing that led to the mass killing across the globe.

India working with developing nations to push for climate deals

India working with developing nations to push for climate deals

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

India working towards devising strategies to reduce global warming.

Serie A: Fiorentina turn on the style to join Inter at top

Serie A: Fiorentina turn on the style to join Inter at top

Rediff.com1 Nov 2015

Fiorentina hit four goals before halftime, including a cheeky backheel by Gonzalo Rodriguez and a Panenka-style penalty from Khouma Babacar, to beat Frosinone 4-1 and join Inter Milan at the top of Serie A on Sunday.

Alibaba's grand plans for a blockbuster India entry

Alibaba's grand plans for a blockbuster India entry

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Ma and the other co-founders had finalised the name "Alibaba" after much research on its acceptability.

New climate deal addressed demands of developing nations: India

New climate deal addressed demands of developing nations: India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

India on Sunday hailed the outcome of the climate summit, saying the deal reached has addressed the concerns of the developing countries and given them enough space to grow and take appropriate nationally determined steps to combat global warming.

Yeh Ballet review

Yeh Ballet review

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Sooni Taraporewala makes us root for her young characters even if we aren't entirely sure about the depth of their feelings, feels Sukanya Verma.

Football fans protest with tennis balls!

Football fans protest with tennis balls!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

Fans protested against Monday night football in the Bundesliga as Eintracht Frankfurt beat visiting RB Leipzig 2-1, delaying the start of both halves of the match, the second by throwing hundreds of tennis balls onto the pitch.

Cong to launch nationwide protests against farm bills

Cong to launch nationwide protests against farm bills

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

At a press conference after a meeting of the party's senior leaders, K C Venugopal said the Congress will also launch a massive signature campaign in which it aims to collect two crore signatures from farmers and the poor people against farm bills.

How India can hurt China without going to war

How India can hurt China without going to war

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The time is ripe to extend the confrontation with the Chinese to the maritime domain, says former RA&W officer Krishan Varma.

'I love the way I look. I look hot'

'I love the way I look. I look hot'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

'I never thought an invisible character like Radhiya would get me that much visibility.'

Paytm's gameplan to replicate China's biggest ecom in India

Paytm's gameplan to replicate China's biggest ecom in India

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Paytm is just embarking on building a TaoBao like entity in India, it may want to address a challenge that the latter faced a few years after its launch.

India cannot avoid hard choices in Ladakh

India cannot avoid hard choices in Ladakh

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

New Delhi must clearly demonstrate to Beijing that China will pay a price for its relentless strategic undermining of India, says Ajai Shukla.

Post-mortem report of woman found hanging does not confirm rape

Post-mortem report of woman found hanging does not confirm rape

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

The postmortem report of the 45-year-old woman, whose body was found hanging from a tree in Bahraich on Wednesday, has "not confirmed rape", even as five policemen have been suspended in connection with the case.

Why retailers are angry with the government

Why retailers are angry with the government

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

While brick-and-mortar retailers have been the most vocal in their protests, e-tailers do not seem to be in a hurry.

From cow's milk to frozen veggies, Patanjali's product range gets wider

From cow's milk to frozen veggies, Patanjali's product range gets wider

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Patanjali's packet milk to be lower than competitor brands by Rs 2 a litre

'I doubt if Sahara is serious about selling properties'

'I doubt if Sahara is serious about selling properties'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Owners of Pune-based Serum Institute of India, the Poonawalla's have thrown the hat to acquire the iconic Grosvenor Hotel in UK from Sahara Group.

Ready to work with CPI-M to save country: Mamata on note ban

Ready to work with CPI-M to save country: Mamata on note ban

Rediff.com12 Nov 2016

The WB CM visited three banks and several ATMs at Sarat Bose Road, Bhawanipore and Chowringhee and spoke to the people there. "These are all common people. Let the government nab the real culprits," Banerjee said.

How Leyland clawed back its market share

How Leyland clawed back its market share

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

Increased truck sales, new models push Leyland's share to 34%, from 30.2% in the same quarter a year before.

A bloodier nose next time: Army chief's warning to Pak

A bloodier nose next time: Army chief's warning to Pak

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Responding to a question on the meeting between Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and United States President Donald Trump in the US, Rawat said that Pakistan can do anything to get money.

Regulate Internet calls, disallow Internet.org-like app: DoT

Regulate Internet calls, disallow Internet.org-like app: DoT

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

A government panel on Net neutrality has proposed to regulate domestic calls made using Internet-based calling applications such as Skype, WhatsApp and Viber at par with phone call services offered by telecom operators.

Burari deaths: No sign of struggle or strangulation found in autopsy

Burari deaths: No sign of struggle or strangulation found in autopsy

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

A relative of the family suspected foul play in the incident, saying that 'they were educated people and not superstitious'.

La Liga: Bale to stay at Madrid, says Zidane

La Liga: Bale to stay at Madrid, says Zidane

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Meanwhile, Real Mallorca made a dream return to La Liga with a 2-1 victory over Eibar at the Estadi Son Moix on Saturday, less than two months after sealing back-to-back promotions to rejoin Spain's soccer elite.

No funds for climate change: Rich nations tell India, China

No funds for climate change: Rich nations tell India, China

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Developed nations have refused financial support for climate change to India, China and Brazil.

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Listed FMCG companies feel the heat of 'guru business'

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Baba businesses are sprucing up their act as they expand product portfolios and enhance brand image

Why Rhea's case should send shivers down our spines

Why Rhea's case should send shivers down our spines

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

A promising young actor suffering from depression has had his life laid bare for the grubby public to paw through. An ordinary family has been pitched into the middle of a nightmare of an investigation and arrested for no reason discernible at present. And a young actress has had her reputation, and probably career, destroyed so that TRP ratings can soar, notes Sherna Gandhy.

HIGHLIGHTS: President Mukherjee's address to Parliament

HIGHLIGHTS: President Mukherjee's address to Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

President Pranab Mukherjee addressed a joint session of Parliament ahead of the budget session which began on Tuesday. Here are the highlights of President Pranab Mukherjee's speech: