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In Kashmir, it's easier to go past security than youngsters with sticks and Molotovs

In Kashmir, it's easier to go past security than youngsters with sticks and Molotovs

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Srinagar like any other part of Kashmir is witnessing the longest spell of curfew since July 8 when unrest broke out in the Valley.

Gen V K Singh tenders unconditional apology to SC

Gen V K Singh tenders unconditional apology to SC

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Former Army Chief V K Singh on Monday tendered an "unconditional apology" to the Supreme Court for making certain remarks on its order on his age row, saying he had no intention to bring disrepute to the institution and judges, who are like "demigods".

Has the economy dramatically changed recently?

Has the economy dramatically changed recently?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

A V Rajwade wonders if the Modi sarkar is pursuing price stability at the cost of potential social instability in both rural and urban India.

GST forces FMCG majors to reach out to Bharat directly

GST forces FMCG majors to reach out to Bharat directly

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

As wholesalers largely failed to meet GST norms, companies were in a fix. According to industry veterans like Sunil Duggal, chief executive of Dabur, the hazard led many to look beyond third-party distribution and take the leap to cover unattended markets directly.

Why economic uptick cannot be taken for granted

Why economic uptick cannot be taken for granted

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Production grew by a mere 0.5 per cent year-on-year, a significant comedown from the 3.5 per cent clocked in June.

He enriched the world with his magical voice

He enriched the world with his magical voice

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

His songs were the anchor, the substratum, if you will, upon which life unfolded day after day, decade after decade -- across villages, towns, cities, and regions. Siva Sankar pays tribute to S P Balasubrahmanyam, the legendary singer who passed into the ages on Friday.

It's raining bonus shares for investors

It's raining bonus shares for investors

Rediff.com18 May 2017

Over two dozen companies have announced bonus issue so far in 2017

Winsome Diamonds in death wheeze: Auditors

Winsome Diamonds in death wheeze: Auditors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

The auditors have discovered lack of confirmation of balances from 14 overseas buyers as claimed by Winsome Diamonds.

Bihar scribe killing: Shahabuddin shifted to Bhagalpur jail

Bihar scribe killing: Shahabuddin shifted to Bhagalpur jail

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The order to kill journalist Rajdeo Ranjan, the police say, was issued from Siwan jail.

Amid industry gloom, some life insurers see rise in profits

Amid industry gloom, some life insurers see rise in profits

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

HDFC Life, which posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 281.83 crore (Rs 2.81 billion) for the quarter ended June compared with Rs 11.92 crore (Rs 119.2 million) in corresponding period last year (according to HDFC's first quarter results), has diversified its distribution mix.

FMCG giants carry the battle to Ramdev's Patanjali

FMCG giants carry the battle to Ramdev's Patanjali

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Ramdev's company remains a dominant player in the naturals space, but products of rivals are also gaining popularity.

Why India is slowing down, Rajan explains

Why India is slowing down, Rajan explains

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Rajan addressed a group of investors in Boston on Thursday.

Why wallet cos want full KYC for transactions below Rs 10K waived

Why wallet cos want full KYC for transactions below Rs 10K waived

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Customers have other options available to them to do low-value transactions, if wallets start mandating full KYC and would switch to those.

6% GDP growth certain next fiscal, says Montek

6% GDP growth certain next fiscal, says Montek

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

The economy had grown at 5.4 per cent in the corresponding quarter of April-June last fiscal.

Vikram Akula is back where he belongs

Vikram Akula is back where he belongs

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

In 2012, Akula quit as chairman of Bharat Financial Inclusion (formerly SKS Microfinance), which he'd founded and led to a successful initial public offering

Budget: Is the old tax regime good for you?

Budget: Is the old tax regime good for you?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

In an online chat with Rediff.com readers, personal finance expert Anil Rego answered queries about the new tax regime announced in the Union Budget.

Australian insurer IAG to raise stake in SBI General to 49%

Australian insurer IAG to raise stake in SBI General to 49%

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Many other companies have expressed intent of diluting stakes.

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Tatas strike back: 'Unforgivable attempt to besmirch group'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Refusing to be drawn into a point by point clarification of Mistry's letter, the company said: "It will be beneath the dignity of Tata Sons to engage in a public spat with regard to the several unfounded allegations appearing in his leaked confidential statement."

Coming of the second 'Bombay Club'

Coming of the second 'Bombay Club'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Besides the manufacturing industry, voices in favouring the need for protectionism have also been heard from local start-ups, which at times find it tough to compete with global players that entered India with deep pockets.

Why India is a land of dream for Suzuki

Why India is a land of dream for Suzuki

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

The carmaker has managed to significantly improve its product mix in the past two-three years by successfully launching sedans, utility vehicles and premium hatchbacks.

Family of youth in Iraq: 'Our son did not write any letter'

Family of youth in Iraq: 'Our son did not write any letter'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

The uncle of the missing youth, who is suspected to be in Iraq fighting for the ISIS, denies that Arif Majeed wrote the alleged letter expressing his disillusionment with his family and his wish to migrate to 'Allah's land'.

HCL Tech bucks trend, PAT up 16.7%, but CEO departs

HCL Tech bucks trend, PAT up 16.7%, but CEO departs

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

IT services firm HCL Technologies on Friday reported a 16.7 per cent increase in net profit at Rs 2,014 crore for the quarter ended September 2016.

From Rs 22 to Rs 900 crore, Vasanthakumar's success story

From Rs 22 to Rs 900 crore, Vasanthakumar's success story

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Vasanthakumar, who started his career as a salesman, today owns a retail empire.

Biz confidence down to FY09 level: Ficci

Biz confidence down to FY09 level: Ficci

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Survey shows pessimism on operating parameters and overall economy's prospects has risen sharply; companies want measures to revive growth

A month later, India Inc's still grappling with GST

A month later, India Inc's still grappling with GST

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Experts said the slowdown could be attributed to adjustments leading to destocking and the offering of discounts by companies as the government ushered in the new indirect taxation system on July 1.

5 ways we can fix India's unemployment crisis

5 ways we can fix India's unemployment crisis

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Adapting to an inevitable digital intervention is India's only hope at beating a long-standing job crisis. To do so, focus on quality education and better skill development is fundamental, says Dr Yogesh Kumar Bhatt.

In photos: When 25 American Governors visited India's Ambassador

In photos: When 25 American Governors visited India's Ambassador

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Inside the governors' reception hosted by Indian Ambassador to the US Navtej Sarna -- a first in more than 15 years.

Crude oil cheaper than drinking water

Crude oil cheaper than drinking water

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

The public has benefited from this decline in crude oil, which has translated into lower prices of petrol and diesel.

Why Mallya's payback offer should be welcomed

Why Mallya's payback offer should be welcomed

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

'Mallya has offered to pay the original amount.' 'Let us say he means the principal amount and that stands at Rs 5,000 crores.' 'The Indian banks have to ask themselves if they would rather have this 5,000 crores or would have none of it at all,' asks Sudhir Bisht.

Office space leasing jumps three-fold in Delhi-NCR: C&W

Office space leasing jumps three-fold in Delhi-NCR: C&W

Rediff.com20 Apr 2014

Office space leasing in the Delhi-NCR region jumped more than three-fold to nearly 1.5 million sq ft during the January-March period, mainly due to higher absorption by IT firms in Gurgaon.

April-May fiscal deficit at 37.5% of budget estimate

April-May fiscal deficit at 37.5% of budget estimate

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Non-Plan expenditure for April-May stood at Rs 2.01 lakh crore.

Digitisation pushes ITES cos to hire off campus

Digitisation pushes ITES cos to hire off campus

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

IT services firms would no longer focus on large volume hiring from campuses like they did at least two to three years ago, as demands of clients are changing.

Markets end at record highs; Nifty ends above 7,000

Markets end at record highs; Nifty ends above 7,000

Rediff.com12 May 2014

Markets surged on hopes that the exit polls would show that the BJP winning majority in the general elections.

Clues to TN's future lie in Sasikala-Dinakaran meeting

Clues to TN's future lie in Sasikala-Dinakaran meeting

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Utter confusion prevails in the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu.

Over half of BSE 500 stocks rode the bull in 2015

Over half of BSE 500 stocks rode the bull in 2015

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

The S&P BSE Sensex has dipped five per cent, thus far, in CY15.

Sea of humanity bids goodbye to Jaya

Sea of humanity bids goodbye to Jaya

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar, mingles with the unceasing flow of people outside Rajaji Hall in Cjhennai, that come for one last look at J Jayalalithaa.

RBI lens on outward remittances

RBI lens on outward remittances

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

Money sent abroad rises sharply in July; maintenance of close relatives, education expenses top the chart

Dhoni slaps Rs 100 crore defamation suit on TV channels in IPL scandal

Dhoni slaps Rs 100 crore defamation suit on TV channels in IPL scandal

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday approached the Madras high court seeking Rs 100 crore damages from Zee News and other defendants over defamatory news about him related to the betting scandal in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League.

Donald Trump: Controversy's child

Donald Trump: Controversy's child

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Trump was often synonymous with controversy, with divisive pronouncements on Muslims, immigrants, economy and terrorism.

China launches international payment system to globalise yuan

China launches international payment system to globalise yuan

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

China has launched a host of reforms to halt the slow down of the economy, which is hovering around seven per cent with forecasts that it would dip down further.