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The rot in the EPFO data

The rot in the EPFO data

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Out of around 80 million accounts that were analysed, there were 10 million records with only names and no other details about the subscribers, including their date of joining, date of birth and father's name, among others, in the EPFO's records.

Kansas killing an individual act, says foreign secretary Jaishankar

Kansas killing an individual act, says foreign secretary Jaishankar

Rediff.com4 Mar 2017

Jaishankar, who along with the Commerce Secretary Rita Teotia, held a series of meetings with top officials of the Trump's administration and Congressional leaders, said the tragic incident in Kansas featured in many of their discussions.

Money from EPFO invested in 'safe' funds: Govt

Money from EPFO invested in 'safe' funds: Govt

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

'There is no question of diverting funds. This government is pro-poor, pro-worker and pro-progressive.'

Deposits up to Rs 2.5 lakh won't be questioned: CBDT

Deposits up to Rs 2.5 lakh won't be questioned: CBDT

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

Deposits of Rs 3 lakh are "justified" if a person has an annual taxable income of Rs 10 lakh and the tax department will "not touch" him.

GST prospects get ambiguous again

GST prospects get ambiguous again

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Last week, a Rajya Sabha committee had allocated five hours for discussion on GST.

Who is the key man of Mallya empire abroad?

Who is the key man of Mallya empire abroad?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

In an SEC filing dating back to 1997, he figures as "J Vallabh".

'Won't come back till I enter Sabarimala'

'Won't come back till I enter Sabarimala'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

'If we do not enter the temple, then history won't be made and all wrong rituals will get continue to be followed.' 'If they resort to violence against women and abuse them, how can they be Ayyappa Swamy's bhakts?'

This man will help Modi govt to transform Indian businesses

This man will help Modi govt to transform Indian businesses

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

The former McKinsey India head is presently on board of many big Indian conglomerates.

Sebi wants young, high-earning workers' pension money in MFs

Sebi wants young, high-earning workers' pension money in MFs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

While looking to give a boost to the mutual fund sector with some contribution from about Rs 5.5 lakh crore (Rs 5.5 trillion) corpus being managed by Employee Provident Fund Organisation, Sebi feels that age restrictions would safeguard investors from 'unnecessary risks' during years closer to their retirement.

ISIS's rise gives a boost to Wahhabism in India

ISIS's rise gives a boost to Wahhabism in India

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

According to an IB report, preachers of the extreme Wahhabism form of Islam are trying to take over madrasas and masjids, which is a cause of deep concern, says Vicky Nanjappa

Small savings schemes turn unattractive, PF to earn more

Small savings schemes turn unattractive, PF to earn more

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Post office savings of 1, 2 and 3 year term deposits and 5-year recurring deposit currently fetch 8.4 per cent interest per annum.

Tribute to JRD Tata, an iconic businessman

Tribute to JRD Tata, an iconic businessman

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

"I do not want India to be an economic superpower. I want India to be a happy country." - JRD Tata

HDFC MF front-running case: Sebi bars former dealer

HDFC MF front-running case: Sebi bars former dealer

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

In its 59-page order, the capital markets regulator Sebi said that the 10-year restraint period for them would be calculated after taking into account the restraint already undergone by him vide an interim order dated June 17, 2010.

Why this is a good year to invest in EPF

Why this is a good year to invest in EPF

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

Here's how EPF stacks against other investment options

EPFO may appoint fund managers, raise pension age next month

EPFO may appoint fund managers, raise pension age next month

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

A formal sector worker can contribute towards pension scheme till the age of 58.

How to protect your assets from spouse's bad loans

How to protect your assets from spouse's bad loans

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

If the spouse is the guarantor of husband's business loans, banks can hold her liable for default. Here are ways to ring-fence her assets.

After ghar wapsi, VHP now plans roti-beti ka rishta

After ghar wapsi, VHP now plans roti-beti ka rishta

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

The VHP leadership notes that 'ghar wapsi' wasn't something started after the Modi govt took over. Archis Mohan reports

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Authorities also released photographs of six suspects, including three women, wanted for their involvement in the attacks and sought information regarding them from the public.

When Zuckerberg came to Uttarakhand in search of spirituality

When Zuckerberg came to Uttarakhand in search of spirituality

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Kainchi, near Nainital, attracts devotees from near and far, 42 years after the death of its spiritual leader, Neem Karoli Baba.

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

After selling 580 mn books, Gita Press faces labour crisis

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Though the worker strike at the Gorakhpur-based publisher of Hindu religious texts has been called off, it hints at an underlying financial crisis, says Manavi Kapur

'The idea is to promote research as a career'

'The idea is to promote research as a career'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

'India is a country where many of the problems need local solutions and some be solved using basic science.'

'In 5 years, we might see Rs 30k cr flowing into stock markets from EPF'

'In 5 years, we might see Rs 30k cr flowing into stock markets from EPF'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

'EPFO's investments this financial year should be Rs 1 lakh crore'

Despite the cut, EPF rate is still substantial

Despite the cut, EPF rate is still substantial

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

'The rate of interest from the EPF is still attractive compared to the rates on fixed deposits, National Savings Scheme, Public Provident Fund...'

The 2 Raj Shahs America is talking about

The 2 Raj Shahs America is talking about

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

One Raj Shah has been the top Indian American in the Obama administration; the other Raj Shah is poised to play a key role in the Trump administration.

Magsaysay honour for Goonj's Anshu Gupta, AIIMS whistle-blower Sanjiv Chaturvedi

Magsaysay honour for Goonj's Anshu Gupta, AIIMS whistle-blower Sanjiv Chaturvedi

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Anushu Gupta is being recognised for "his creative vision in transforming the culture of giving" in India and Sanjiv Chaturvedi for 'Emergent Leadership'

Why Corporate Social Responsibility is the future for brands

Why Corporate Social Responsibility is the future for brands

Rediff.com28 Dec 2013

More and more CSR is being defined by how a company runs its operations and makes its profits; and just firms donating money to charities.

Licence of noted lawyer Indira Jaising's NGO suspended for 6 months

Licence of noted lawyer Indira Jaising's NGO suspended for 6 months

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Licence of NGO run by Indira Jaising--'Lawyers' Collective'--was suspended by the government for 6 months.

Sonia, Rahul summoned as accused in National Herald case

Sonia, Rahul summoned as accused in National Herald case

Rediff.com26 Jun 2014

Congress President Sonia Gandhi, and Vice President Rahul Gandhi were on Thursday summoned by a local court as accused in a criminal complaint lodged by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy for alleged cheating and misappropriation of funds in acquiring ownership of now-defunct daily National Herald.

Slow to start, banks wrestle with insolvency regime

Slow to start, banks wrestle with insolvency regime

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Insolvency professionals feel the bankruptcy code will deter defaulters, but NPAs will not cease unless banks are sensitised on credit appraisal and experts are hired by banks to inspect what is happening with their loans.

Once upon a Ganpati in Tilak Nagar

Once upon a Ganpati in Tilak Nagar

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

The 'Chhota don' may be down but certainly not out. And the same can be said of the Ganesh pandal once patronised by him, reports Anil Singh.

Temples where non-Hindus are not allowed

Temples where non-Hindus are not allowed

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

There are several other famous temples across India that disallow non-Hindus to enter their place of worship, Rediff.com lists some of them.

Market watchdog clears decks for REIT launch

Market watchdog clears decks for REIT launch

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Key relaxations traced in final regulations.

In line with Tata's personal style

In line with Tata's personal style

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

John Elliott, the author of Implosion: India's Tryst with Reality, on his Riding the Elephant blog, says the sacking of Cyrus Mistry as chairman of Tata and Sons was in line with Ratan Tata's personal style of dealing with executives

'No anti-worker steps will be taken by the government'

'No anti-worker steps will be taken by the government'

Rediff.com24 May 2016

'Now, we have a minimum pension of Rs 1,000 annually.'

Tamil Nadu, India's model for organ transplants

Tamil Nadu, India's model for organ transplants

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Tamil Nadu has the most efficient and effective cadaver transplant programme in India.

Govt rolls back stricter PF withdrawal norms

Govt rolls back stricter PF withdrawal norms

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

In a placatory move, the labour ministry also said it was contemplating permitting withdrawal of all accumulations by Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's subscribers on grounds like purchase of house, serious illness, marriage and professional education of children.

Ryan child murder: Cops find attempts to destroy evidence

Ryan child murder: Cops find attempts to destroy evidence

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

SC sought reply from Centre and Haryana over the boy's father's plea seeking CBI probe.

I'm willing to bet there is no case against Chanda Kochhar

I'm willing to bet there is no case against Chanda Kochhar

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

'... not even a moral one, let alone a legal one.' 'Even if it is assumed that Deepak Kochhar tried to influence his wife into doing something dodgy for his 'social acquaintance', why would she do it?' 'By all accounts she has been granted share options in ICICI Bank of a very substantial amount which easily makes her a multi billion-pati.' 'She did not become CEO against some stiff competition by being stupid and concocting devious cock-and-bull renewable energy stories.' S Murlidharan, former managing director, BNP Paribas, unravels the Deepak Kochhar-Videocon controversy.

Public sector banks: Mr Modi's nightmare?

Public sector banks: Mr Modi's nightmare?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Lack of decisiveness and courage to deal with PSBs may turn out be the biggest impediment to the Modi government's economic initiatives, says Debashis Basu.

Modi committed to usher achche din for job seekers, assures labour minister

Modi committed to usher achche din for job seekers, assures labour minister

Rediff.com20 May 2015

'We need to take steps towards ease of doing business.'