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Rs 200 Billion For Bharat Small Reactors

Rs 200 Billion For Bharat Small Reactors

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Whether the ambitious targets are achievable is a moot question as India's earlier target was 20,000 MW of nuclear power by 2020.

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'By his words, actions, and body language during their joint press appearance wanted to convey his personal respect and, more broadly, his desire to work closely with India.'

How is Tata Motors gearing up to face competition?

How is Tata Motors gearing up to face competition?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Why is Shailesh Chandra, managing director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, not worried about the competition?

Meet The Real Star Of Paatal Lok

Meet The Real Star Of Paatal Lok

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

'Sudip sir keeps telling me that what I have done is very Hollywood.'

What You Can Do With The Extra Money

What You Can Do With The Extra Money

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'Some part could be used for consumption purposes, and the rest could be used to meet important financial goals.' 'The split can be 30:70 to 50:50, depending on one's situation.'

Women's Ashes: Injuries, fitness issues in spotlight

Women's Ashes: Injuries, fitness issues in spotlight

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Back from a long injury lay-off, on the eve of the Women's Ashes, Healy confirmed that she would be ready to take on the wicketkeeping duties.

'Imposing Hindi Will Affect BJP's Prospects In Tamil Nadu'

'Imposing Hindi Will Affect BJP's Prospects In Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'The vast majority of BJP supporters in Tamil Nadu can't speak any language other than Tamil.' 'When rural Tamil Nadu can't speak any other language than Tamil, how are they going to convince them that they have to learn Hindi?'

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

'Kohli and Rohit are white-ball legends'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have struggled in recent Test matches, will find their form in the upcoming ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy.

Why Wayanad's Landslide Survivors Are Protesting

Why Wayanad's Landslide Survivors Are Protesting

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

In the months immediately following the 2024 tragedy, reporting on the landslide per se had been a straightforward affair. On one side was death and destruction. On the other side, survivors and the business of survival. It was black and white. What direction to take was clear. Rehabilitation in comparison, felt like a complex situation. One that is fraught with shades of grey. As grey as human life, explains Shyam G Menon.

BJP MP smells 'conspiracy' behind Maha Kumbh stampede

BJP MP smells 'conspiracy' behind Maha Kumbh stampede

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Prasad hit out at the Opposition, alleging that it starts getting upset the moment it hears "Kumbh" or "Sanatan".

Exodus Rocks Uddhav's Sena

Exodus Rocks Uddhav's Sena

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'Those seeking short-term benefits are joining the Shinde-led Sena and the ones looking at long-term benefits are joining the BJP.'

99 And Seven Decimal Points

99 And Seven Decimal Points

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'Does 99 percent guarantee character and capacity for an independent awareness of life or does it make you -- barring exceptions -- a compliant careerist beholden to governments and corporations?' 'What kind of political and social choices would such minds make?' asks Shyam G Menon.

Goodbye Paddy!

Goodbye Paddy!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

It was amazing to see how he used to hoodwink batsmen with subtle changes in flight, loop and deliver his doomsday ball -- the dangerous armer.

Trump Ticks Off Zelenskyy In Heated White House Meeting

Trump Ticks Off Zelenskyy In Heated White House Meeting

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

US President Donald Trump cut short discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday after he and Vice President JD Vance confronted Ukraine's leader in a tense Oval Office exchange.

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

On a night packed with drama, milestones, and momentum swings, five batters rose above the rest to set Eden Gardens alight.

Give Bumrah time as captain, says Kapil Dev

Give Bumrah time as captain, says Kapil Dev

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Kapil Dev, who led India to the 1983 World Cup title, said Jasprit Bumrah should be given a long stint to prove himself as Test captain.

Who should open with Rohit in Champions Trophy?

Who should open with Rohit in Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'I think Rohit should play aggressively. You saw how he batted in the ODI World Cup -- he was attacking even in the final. So, I believe his approach will remain the same.'

History In Minutes: The Communist Manifesto

History In Minutes: The Communist Manifesto

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

On its 177th anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra explores the history and relevance of The Communist Manifesto.

SC stays HC order over Ayushman Bharat scheme in Delhi

SC stays HC order over Ayushman Bharat scheme in Delhi

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Augustine George Masih issued notices to the Centre and others seeking their responses on a plea filed by the Delhi government against the December 24 2024 direction of the Delhi high court.

What Zelenskyy said on 'owing Trump an apology'

What Zelenskyy said on 'owing Trump an apology'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a heated exchange in the Oval Office, culminating in Zelenskyy's abrupt departure from the White House without signing a crucial minerals agreement. Trump accused Zelenskyy of risking millions of lives and gambling with World War III, while Zelenskyy responded by questioning the US's role in the war. The incident has strained US-Ukraine relations, with Trump questioning Zelenskyy's readiness for peace and Senator Lindsey Graham expressing doubts about future cooperation.

He Wants To Set Up Fuel Stations In Space!

He Wants To Set Up Fuel Stations In Space!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'It is our duty to keep space sustainable and free of debris.'

End of the Road? Rohit's Test career in the balance

End of the Road? Rohit's Test career in the balance

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Questions are mounting on when the 37-year-old India captain will finally call time on his Test career.

'Subhash Ghai Made Me'

'Subhash Ghai Made Me'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'Being signed on as the leading man of Hero came to me like a bolt out of the blue.'

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'When I am working on a series, be it Paatal Lok on Amazon Prime or Kohrra on Netflix, I never take it for granted that we will be back with another season.' 'It's only at the end of the season that I ask myself if I still have it in me to take the story further and if I would like to meet the characters again.' 'If the answer is yes, then I find ways to make the journey exciting for myself, like taking Inspector Haathiram Chaudhary to Nagaland.'

'Help! I'm Stuck In Rs 15 Lakh Debt'

'Help! I'm Stuck In Rs 15 Lakh Debt'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs Bite Into Apple's India Growth Plans

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs Bite Into Apple's India Growth Plans

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Apple's ambitious strategy to expand iPhone exports, shift more production from China to India at a faster pace, and grow its domestic market hits a Trump-sized roadblock.

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

While Satya's pleasures are palpable -- among them the poetry of the coarse language, the mercifully rough-hewn texture, the oh-so-familiar underdog story -- these pleasures hit you at a completely different speed. The movie is charged with a sense of discovery, and every shot is a cornucopia of details existing independent of the main story. It's touching, notes Sreehari Nair.

Uttarakhand likely to implement UCC rules on Republic Day

Uttarakhand likely to implement UCC rules on Republic Day

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that the state will become the first in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), with the date of implementation to be announced soon. The UCC, which aims to unify personal laws for all citizens, has been approved by the state cabinet and preparations for its implementation are almost complete. Dhami stated that the training process for UCC implementation is nearly finalized and the government is aiming for a swift rollout. Speculation is rife that the UCC could be implemented on Republic Day, coinciding with the conclusion of municipal elections. The UCC includes provisions related to marriage, divorce, annulment of marriage, succession, and live-in relationships. The state government has introduced a dedicated portal for online registration of related matters and has authorized Common Service Centers (CSC) to simplify access for citizens. In remote areas, CSC agents will provide door-to-door services. The Gram Panchayat Development Officer will serve as the Sub-Registrar for registration work in rural areas. The government has also implemented Aadhaar-based registration to make the process easier. Citizens can track their application status through email and SMS, and an online complaint portal has been set up. Dhami dismissed Congress allegations of divisive politics, emphasizing that the UCC provides a uniform system and law for all.

Guess Who This Actress Is...

Guess Who This Actress Is...

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Varun-Natasha's anniversary... Soha goes to Japan... meet the lady who has Bobby's heart...

Huge Ports Deal Sparks US-China Tensions

Huge Ports Deal Sparks US-China Tensions

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

The $22.8 billion CK Hutchison ports deal intensifies geopolitical tensions between the US and China. Chinese media has already called it 'a betrayal of all Chinese people'. Shyam G Menon explains how the proposed sale will reshapes global trade infrastructure.

Savings And Investment: Ask rediffGURUS!

Savings And Investment: Ask rediffGURUS!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Let's Make Savings As Exciting As Spending. This World Savings Day, rediffGURUS Nitin Narkhede, Milind Vadjikar and Ramalingam Kalirajan are all set to answer your queries on savings and investments.

The Lady Judge Who Heads Gujarat UCC Panel

The Lady Judge Who Heads Gujarat UCC Panel

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

On the basis of her committee's report, the UCC in Uttarakhand established mandatory registration for marriages and live-in relationships, banned polygamy, and provided equal inheritance rights for women.

10 Ways To Spice Your Love Life in 2025

10 Ways To Spice Your Love Life in 2025

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Your romantic life is about to become a thrilling and touching journey with these simple resolutions, says Sybil Shiddell, relationship manager at Gleeden.

Big question from the Greece crisis: Do history and geography trump economics?

Big question from the Greece crisis: Do history and geography trump economics?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

How did Greece, the country of Archimedes and Socrates and Plato and Pythagoras, come to such dire straits, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'...just be neutral about everything.' 'I will just take life as it comes.'

Aus Open draw: Djokovic vs Alcaraz clash looms

Aus Open draw: Djokovic vs Alcaraz clash looms

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Jannik Sinner begins his Australian Open title defence against Nicolas Jarry while women's champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on 2017 U.S. Open winner Sloane Stephens

Rs 5k Or Rs 50k SIP: Which Will Make You More Money?

Rs 5k Or Rs 50k SIP: Which Will Make You More Money?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

When it comes to building wealth, Time really is King. The power of compounding is what makes the magic happen, says rediffguru Ramalingam Kalirajan.

NZ bring out big guns for India, Sri Lanka tour

NZ bring out big guns for India, Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

New Zealand on Monday named a strong squad, which includes five spin bowling options

SIP Investing Mistakes To Avoid

SIP Investing Mistakes To Avoid

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Mutual funds are a powerful tool for building wealth, but do they work overnight? Successful investing requires discipline, patience, and a long-term vision, avers Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Was Harshit Rana's Inclusion Fair?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Harshit Rana's debut as a concussion substitute became a central talking point, overshadowing India's series-clinching 15-run victory and its unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series.