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S-band spectrum: BJP, AIADMK want PM to speak

S-band spectrum: BJP, AIADMK want PM to speak

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

The Bharatiya Janata Party and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to break his silence and personally clear the air on the allocation of the scarce S-band spectrum, dubbing it a "mega scam."

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

From a conqueror's epic journey to a school kid's nocturnal adventures, fasten your seatbelts as OTT takes you to multiple destinations this week.

B'lore: Live bands banned,eunuchs to dance instead

B'lore: Live bands banned,eunuchs to dance instead

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

After a year of waiting, the live band owners have now lost their cool and say that they will fight tooth and nail to ensure that they get back in action. They claim that there was nothing illegal about these bands and the police simply overreacted. To protest the curb on police action, the Live Band Restaurant Owners' Association has employed 2000 eunuchs to dance at the live bands in Bangalore.

In a new practice, Sengol procession escorts President to Parliament

In a new practice, Sengol procession escorts President to Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

President Murmu reached the new Parliament building in a six-horse buggy accompanied by the Presidential Bodyguards riding horses.

From Band of Boys to Singh is Kinng!

From Band of Boys to Singh is Kinng!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2008

The ex-member of the boy band loves to sing and act. Right now he's concentrating on films and with the super success of Singh is Kinng, the offers are suddenly pouring.

Devas unaware on S-band deal cancellation

Devas unaware on S-band deal cancellation

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The president and CEO of Devas, Ramachandran Viswan-athan said, "It is puzzling to hear about such a decision, especially as we have not been intimated. We have not received any communication from any quarter, government, Space Commission or Isro."

Indian youth's company top seller of silicone wrist band in US

Indian youth's company top seller of silicone wrist band in US

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

A technology company founded by an Indian-American at the age of 19 has emerged as the largest online seller of silicon wrist band in the US.

Can You Identify This Bollywood Sunset?

Can You Identify This Bollywood Sunset?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

'The people of Tamil Nadu in particular Chennai know about the double standards of the BJP. Nothing will work for them here.'

Looking for A Job? CV Not Shortlisted? Ask rediffGURUS

Looking for A Job? CV Not Shortlisted? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta offers advice on what you can do to grow in your career and shine at the workplace.

Byju's EGM gets underway; investors file suit in NCLT

Byju's EGM gets underway; investors file suit in NCLT

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

An Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) of Byju's shareholders got underway on Friday to vote on a resolution brought by some investors to ouster founder CEO Byju Raveendran and his family over alleged "mismanagement and failures". Raveendran and his family stayed away from the EGM, calling it "procedurally invalid."

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Her infamous dad, her brothers Donald Jr and Eric testified before her, but none of them matched the glamour and style Ivanka Trump did when she attended the Trump Organization civil fraud trial at the New York state supreme court in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

T+0 settlement: Sebi for 2-phase implementation

T+0 settlement: Sebi for 2-phase implementation

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is contemplating the implementation of a same-day settlement cycle, known as T+0, in two phases. This is seen as a preliminary step towards instantaneous settlement. The shorter T+0 settlement cycle is being considered for the equity cash segment as an optional mechanism, in addition to the current T+1 (Trade plus one day) cycle.

I&B ministry to vacate spectrum in 700-Mhz band

I&B ministry to vacate spectrum in 700-Mhz band

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

The ministry wanted to use spectrum in the 700-MHz band for mobile TV services.

Why Telcos Want Airlines To Replace Altimeters

Why Telcos Want Airlines To Replace Altimeters

Rediff.com2 May 2023

'If the airlines are not given a clear deadline to change the altimeters by the DGCA, why should they do it voluntarily?' 'It means that the aircraft will be grounded for a while and lose money.'

Voltas stock hots up on hopes of a cooler outlook

Voltas stock hots up on hopes of a cooler outlook

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Due to unseasonal rains, the second quarter of financial year 2023-24 (Q2FY24) was disappointing for the room-air conditioner (RAC) segment and Q3FY23 was also slow. While general consumption demand was low in Q3FY24, the low base and the pent-up demand from the first half of financial year 2023-24 (H1FY24) seem to have driven an off-season demand for RACs.

Demand woes, volume-margin trade-off likely to weigh on HUL

Demand woes, volume-margin trade-off likely to weigh on HUL

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Hindustan Unilever's Q3FY24 performance was lacklustre, with both sales and operating profit barely moving from the year-ago period due to price cuts and higher advertising costs. Besides weak demand, the FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) major is facing increased competitive pressures, particularly from regional players, which, coupled with a slow recovery in rural markets, could put revenues under pressure going forward. Margins are expected to remain range-bound as benefits from falling raw material costs are expected to be neutralised by rising promotional budgets.

After Moon and Sun, ISRO's next frontier: astronomy

After Moon and Sun, ISRO's next frontier: astronomy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

XPoSat or X-ray Polarimeter Satellite is India's first dedicated polarimetry mission to study various dynamics of bright astronomical X-ray sources in extreme conditions.

Faridabad lynching: Villagers sport black bands on Eid as mark of protest

Faridabad lynching: Villagers sport black bands on Eid as mark of protest

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

When Junaid and I asked why they were pushing, they pointed to the skull cap on my head, Junaid's brother Hashim said.

The Rockstars In Saris

The Rockstars In Saris

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

They groove to their own songs, over 80 in all. Their aim? To convey social messages. Meet Meri Zindagi -- the all-woman, Lucknow-based rock band.

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

'His journey exemplifies adaptability, grit'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The southpaw hit a match-winning 57 as Australia successfully chased down 130 to beat Pakistan to claim the third Test by eight wickets, on Saturday, and take the series 3-0.

Rajasthan to witness 50k weddings on polling day

Rajasthan to witness 50k weddings on polling day

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Dev Uthani Ekadashi will be observed on November 23, when voting for the 200-member Rajasthan assembly will also be held.

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

White House Is Ready To Welcome Modi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

As soon as you enter the White House you get a sense of the frenzied pace of preparation for Prime Minister Modi's visit, Rediff.com US Contributor Abhijit J Masih discovers on a visit to 1600, Pennsylvania Avenue on Tuesday morning.

U-19 Final: India's young turks aim for World Cup glory

U-19 Final: India's young turks aim for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Led by Saharan, who is leading the batting charts with 389 runs, the team's performance got better with each match and the only time it has been pushed to a corner in the tournament is the semifinal where it pipped hosts South Africa by a solitary wicket.

LIC may need 5 yrs more beyond 2027 to comply with public float norms

LIC may need 5 yrs more beyond 2027 to comply with public float norms

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) may require at least five more years to comply with the minimum public shareholding of 25 per cent beyond the current exempted timeline of 2027. Formal communication in this regard had been shared recently with the finance ministry, underlining LIC's roadmap, plans of further dilution of stake, current norms around public float, and challenges ahead, a government source familiar with the matter said. "Going forward, we will have to take a call, along with Sebi (Securities and Exchange Board of India) and the Department of Economic Affairs on the roadmap for minimum public shareholding (MPS).

A 10-Point Wishlist For Modi's Third Term

A 10-Point Wishlist For Modi's Third Term

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

If Modi wants to leave a real legacy, breaking India's strategic triangulation would be the real gift, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Celebrating Prince Of Ayodhya's Return From Exile On Sarayu's Banks

Celebrating Prince Of Ayodhya's Return From Exile On Sarayu's Banks

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

As Lord Ram's temple is set for a grand opening, the banks of the river in Ayodhya erupted with celebration, reports Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com

U-19 World Cup: The young stars who made India proud!

U-19 World Cup: The young stars who made India proud!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Uday Saharan's India won hearts and held out promise of a bright future for the Fab 15.

SEBI To Go Soft On Rumour Verification For Listed Cos

SEBI To Go Soft On Rumour Verification For Listed Cos

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The rumour verification process would now be triggered by changes in price or 'material price movements', as the paper defines it. What this means is that companies would need to verify rumours only if the share price moves significantly.

Is India's NavIC Better Than GPS?

Is India's NavIC Better Than GPS?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

NavIC consists of a constellation of seven satellites and a network of ground stations and is touted to be more accurate than GPS.

Airlines warned against hiking fares beyond their band

Airlines warned against hiking fares beyond their band

Rediff.com11 May 2012

The DGCA order came in the wake of members of the Parliament raising the issue in Parliament on Thursday and asking the government to act.

'Technology is putting a curse on this beautiful game'

'Technology is putting a curse on this beautiful game'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

'He (Rizwan) is a very honest person and he said to me he did not even feel that it touched anywhere near the gloves.'

RBI marginally lowers FY24 inflation projection to 5.1%

RBI marginally lowers FY24 inflation projection to 5.1%

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The Reserve Bank of India on Thursday marginally lowered its inflation projection for the current financial year to 5.1 per cent, as Governor Shaktikanta Das said the central bank's monetary policy actions are yielding the desired results. In April, the Reserve Bank had estimated the consumer price index (CPI) based retail inflation at 5.2 per cent during the fiscal 2023-24. CPI inflation fell sharply to 4.7 per cent in April 2023, from 6.4 per cent in February, on the back of favourable base effects, with softening observed across all the three major groups.

Parliament breach: 3 MPs hailed as 'saviours of the day'

Parliament breach: 3 MPs hailed as 'saviours of the day'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Lok Sabha members Hanuman Beniwal, Malook Nagar and Gurjeet Singh Aujla were at the centre of the scene when a group of MPs managed to overpower two persons who jumped into the House chamber and released yellow gas from canisters.

Govt to auction spectrum held by telcos in 900 MHz band

Govt to auction spectrum held by telcos in 900 MHz band

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

This is the spectrum held by incumbent GSM operators whose licences are coming up for renewal in November 2014

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.

Nifty's wild ride: 750 points up, what's next?

Nifty's wild ride: 750 points up, what's next?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The benchmark National Stock Exchange Nifty has rallied 4 per cent, or 750 points, from this month's low to end at 19,732 on week ending November 17. Technical analysts say the market could consolidate around the current levels as it is nearing the resistance zone. "The near-term uptrend status of the market remains intact, but there is a possibility of some more consolidation or minor weakness for the Nifty in the next one to two sessions.

Kiara-Sidharth Are Married!

Kiara-Sidharth Are Married!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

The couple took the sacred pheras in the presence of family and close friends in Jaisalmer on February 7.

RBI tells IMF why it frequently intervenes in forex market

RBI tells IMF why it frequently intervenes in forex market

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The Reserve Bank has told the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the objective of frequent interventions in the forex market is to curb excessive volatility, dismissing the Fund's rationale for reclassifying India's exchange rate regime. The IMF, following the Article IV consultation with the Indian authorities, reclassified the status of the exchange rate regime to "stabilised arrangement" from "floating" for period between December 2022 to October 2023. India's Executive Director at IMF K V Subramanian and Senior Advisors Sanjay Kumar Hansda and Anand Singh questioned the selection period adopted by the Fund for analysis and also reclassification of the country's exchange rate regime.