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Kerala floods: Centre releases Rs 600 cr; CM seeks Rs 2,600 crore special package

Kerala floods: Centre releases Rs 600 cr; CM seeks Rs 2,600 crore special package

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

An estimated 223 people have lost their lives since August 8 in Kerala's worst floods in decades that has caused damage worth more than Rs 20,000 crore.

Exclusion from NRC doesn't make one foreigner: Govt

Exclusion from NRC doesn't make one foreigner: Govt

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

The HMO said it will amend the rules to increase the time limit of filing of appeals in foreigners tribunals from 60 to 120 days for those who would be excluded from the final NRC.

How Bihar failed its children

How Bihar failed its children

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

An entirely preventable disease claimed the life of 173 children -- thanks to state apathy.

What India expects from its next President

What India expects from its next President

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

'A President who is a living embodiment of high principles can tone up the entire national fabric,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

The 10 biggest policy mistakes of the past

The 10 biggest policy mistakes of the past

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

There are conflicting signs on India's investment cycle.

Retailers seek changes in multi-brand FDI norms

Retailers seek changes in multi-brand FDI norms

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Asking the government to tweak FDI norms in multi-brand segment, retailers said sourcing rules must be made similar to that of single brand while demanding foreign firms be allowed to put only 50 per cent of first tranche of investment in back-end infrastructure.

Stay tuned to Moscow!

Stay tuned to Moscow!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

India must develop structured multilateralism to its defence buys

Rahul Gandhi takes charge as Congress president

Rahul Gandhi takes charge as Congress president

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

Rahul Gandhi succeeds Sonia Gandhi, who led the party for the last 19 years.

Kansas recognises March 16 as Indian-American Appreciation Day

Kansas recognises March 16 as Indian-American Appreciation Day

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

The move was taken to honour Srinivas Kuchibhotla, who was killed when 51-year-old US Navy veteran Adam Purinton opened fire at him at his friend at a bar.

Kejriwal-Jung fight worsens, Delhi CM knocks PM's doors

Kejriwal-Jung fight worsens, Delhi CM knocks PM's doors

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Escalating his confrontation with the Aam Aadmi Party government, Lt Governor Najeeb Jung on Wednesday cancelled all appointments made by it in the last four days, asserting he was the sole authority in matters of ordering transfer and posting of bureaucrats.

Over Rs 1 lakh cr committed for Tamil Nadu: Jayalalithaa

Over Rs 1 lakh cr committed for Tamil Nadu: Jayalalithaa

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with spearheading investor-friendly initiatives, saying it will "enthuse" businesses planning to invest in states.

Applied for an H1-B visa? Please read this!

Applied for an H1-B visa? Please read this!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

'If you are so blinded by the Buy American, Hire American policy, if you are not going to be fair, consistent and welcoming, in the end America will lose out.'

A fraud that shattered the dreams of many...

A fraud that shattered the dreams of many...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Now, it is life as usual in the merged entity, said an associate.

How social media is denting the army's image in Kashmir

How social media is denting the army's image in Kashmir

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

'With increasing use of social media for instant communication, the armed services better find a quick solution to the new challenge they face or else continue to remain on the back foot despite doing sterling work in combating the proxy war in Kashmir.'

Bengaluru cab drivers up the ante against Uber, Ola

Bengaluru cab drivers up the ante against Uber, Ola

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

JD(S) will help them build a competing app, which, will work on a cooperative model, where drivers will own the app and will decide prices which the customers will have to pay

Modi@1: Is this what our armed forces were promised?

Modi@1: Is this what our armed forces were promised?

Rediff.com19 May 2015

'The government has belied the hope that many harboured of change, efficiency and dismantling old practices as the defence ministry continues to pursue the same well trodden and wasteful path.'

Can't trust PM anymore, say ex-servicemen demanding OROP

Can't trust PM anymore, say ex-servicemen demanding OROP

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

With no announcement on One Rank One Pension coming from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his nearly 90-minute speech at the Red Fort on the 69th Independence Day, ex-servicemen who have been protesting at the Jantar Mantar in New Delhi say they have been betrayed by the BJP-led government.

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his government is committed to implement the One Rank, One Pension scheme for ex-servicemen, but sought time to resolve its complexities.

Buy a retirement home five years in advance

Buy a retirement home five years in advance

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

These homes offer services that help lead a smooth retired life.

Rahul sounds poll bugle in UP, attacks rivals

Rahul sounds poll bugle in UP, attacks rivals

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Rahul asserted that Sheila Dikshit was "highly experienced" to change UP's face.

Maharashtra braces for state-wide bandh today

Maharashtra braces for state-wide bandh today

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

All the essential services, schools and colleges have been excluded from the bandh.

Shutdown in Kashmir by separatists extended to July 25, curfew continues

Shutdown in Kashmir by separatists extended to July 25, curfew continues

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed in strength across the Valley for strict implementation of the prohibitory orders.

What Modi needs to do about jobs

What Modi needs to do about jobs

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

If the country is to meet its jobs and income challenge, there has to be a parallel focus on jobs in the formal sector.

Counterfeit tales. Don't buy a fake online!

Counterfeit tales. Don't buy a fake online!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2018

Fighting fake brand peddlers. How the complex web of counterfeit goods threatens to trip e-commerce giants in the country.

This is how GM is spinning a new tale

This is how GM is spinning a new tale

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

GM has invested $1 billion in the country since 1996.

MLAs cross-vote in UP, K'taka Rajya Sabha polls

MLAs cross-vote in UP, K'taka Rajya Sabha polls

Rediff.com11 Jun 2016

The Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday saw cross-voting by a BJP MLA while another party legislator claimed that she was prevented from voting.

Naval war room leak case: UK orders extradition of Shankaran

Naval war room leak case: UK orders extradition of Shankaran

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Britain has ordered extradition of one of the main Naval war room leak accused Ravi Shankaran to India to face trial, a move that may expedite court proceedings pending for several months.

Humble Rs 100 turns hottest banknote in town!

Humble Rs 100 turns hottest banknote in town!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

The humble Rs 100 bill had several takers on an otherwise normal weekday evening across the country on Tuesday night, even as police had to be deployed outside ATMs to control the crowd waiting eagerly to get their hands on the banknote.

Mediclaim: What you need to know

Mediclaim: What you need to know

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

Buying medical insurance? Make sure that you know what you are getting and what you are not.

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

The prospects for strong, sustained economic reforms do not appear to be promising in India.

Will Telangana issue cloud over Food Bill this monsoon session?

Will Telangana issue cloud over Food Bill this monsoon session?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2013

A heavy agenda including the ordinance on the Food Security Bill awaits the Monsoon session of Parliament beginning on Monday amid expectations that the short sitting will be more businesslike and smooth as compared to the din and dust in the last few sessions.

'Post GST, consumers will pay more'

'Post GST, consumers will pay more'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

'Otherwise, how is the government going to make more revenue?' 'The most important thing the GST does is to transfer money from the household consumers who are the most productive users of capital to the most unproductive users of capital, namely the government.'

Rajasthan scores high on reviving economy, ease of doing biz

Rajasthan scores high on reviving economy, ease of doing biz

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Besides reviving investor sentiments, Vasundhara Raje's regime has brought reforms in the social sector.

Indian oil firms ditch govt's Iran insurance pool

Indian oil firms ditch govt's Iran insurance pool

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Cover inadequate for even one refinery.

GST moved in Lok Sabha amid stiff resistance

GST moved in Lok Sabha amid stiff resistance

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

The Opposition said that the government was 'bull-dozing'.

6 ways to get into an Ivy League school

6 ways to get into an Ivy League school

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

If you have a 15-to-17 year old looking to fly off to the land of opportunity, Anjuli Bhargava tells you how you could secure admission into an Ivy League college.

Voters brave rain, heat as 4 LS seats, 9 assembly constituencies go to polls

Voters brave rain, heat as 4 LS seats, 9 assembly constituencies go to polls

Rediff.com28 May 2018

Allegations of electronic voting machines malfunctioningreturned to haunt the Election Commission as four Lok Sabha seats and nine assembly constituencies went for bypolls on Monday across 10 states with moderate-to-heavy voting amid prestige at stake for the Bharatiya Janata Party as well as opposition parties ahead of the 2019 general elections.

Expect another spirited show as India brace for Ghana challenge

Expect another spirited show as India brace for Ghana challenge

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

Anwar Ali, at the heart of India's defence, will once again play a pivotal role in the match

Is Modi's best nowhere near good enough?

Is Modi's best nowhere near good enough?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

The failure to reform has meant that there is no buzz about job opportunities, or about urban opportunities enticing young people off the farms. And it is this failure that has contributed to the widespread disappointment that threatens to make the next general elections closer than expected, says Mihir S Sharma.

JPC report on 2G scam submitted to Lok Sabha speaker

JPC report on 2G scam submitted to Lok Sabha speaker

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

The controversial report of the Joint Parliamentary Committee, which gave a clean chit to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the 2G spectrum scam saying he was "misled" by the then Telecom Minister A Raja, was on Tuesday submitted to Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar.