News for 'CONS'

'Can I invest in the stockmarket now?'

'Can I invest in the stockmarket now?'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

'Second and third waves will be more intense'

'Second and third waves will be more intense'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'If we again become complacent at the end of the second wave, we are going to suffer more as it will be even more intense.'

What ails the public sector banks

What ails the public sector banks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

This article examines the call for the government to reduce its majority ownership in public sector banks ostensibly with the objective of improving the functioning of these banks.

I don't want to live in this sinful country: Indian ISIS recruit

I don't want to live in this sinful country: Indian ISIS recruit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

18 young Indian men from Kerala, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu are fighting for the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant.

'Trott did a runner when England needed him most'

'Trott did a runner when England needed him most'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Jonathan Trott's assertion that mental and physical fatigue had forced him home from England's Ashes tour of Australia rather than depression felt like a "con" and would only convince his team mates he had abandoned them, according to former England captain Michael Vaughan.

Sports shorts: Anand crushes Mamedyarov, Sindhu stuns Shixian

Sports shorts: Anand crushes Mamedyarov, Sindhu stuns Shixian

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

Five-time world champion Viswanthan Anand continued his fine form and crashed through the defences of Shakhriyar Mamedyarov of Azerbaijan to notch up his second successive win in the Candidates Chess tournament in Khanty Mansiysk, Russia.

Chat@3: How to pick the right education loan

Chat@3: How to pick the right education loan

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Neeraj Saxena of Avanse Education Loans will help you make an informed choice.

Govt to borrow Rs 2.68 lakh cr in H2

Govt to borrow Rs 2.68 lakh cr in H2

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

With the Rs 1.45 lakh crore tax dole threatening to upset budgeted numbers, Economic Affairs Secretary Atanu Chakraborty sought to allay concerns saying the government is sticking to the glide path of keeping fiscal deficit at 3.3 per cent of the GDP in the current fiscal.

India records largest reduction in poverty in 10 yrs, says UN report

India records largest reduction in poverty in 10 yrs, says UN report

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

The data, released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI), shows that 65 out of 75 countries studied significantly reduced their multidimensional poverty levels between 2000 and 2019.

The many smiles of Rahul Gandhi: Vote for your favourite!

The many smiles of Rahul Gandhi: Vote for your favourite!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Love him or hate him but you cannot ignore the dimpled smile of the young Congress leader. Vote for the best RaGa smile :-)

It's NOT easy being Tiger Shroff!

It's NOT easy being Tiger Shroff!

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Here's listing the pros and cons for the debutant actor.

Redemption for Ramsey gives Wenger platform to build on

Redemption for Ramsey gives Wenger platform to build on

Rediff.com19 May 2014

Aaron Ramsey's winning goal for Arsenal in their 3-2 FA Cup final victory against Hull City was a moment of sublime redemption for the player, his manager, his club and the old competition itself.

Ten Retro Fashion Trends in American Hustle

Ten Retro Fashion Trends in American Hustle

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jennifer Lawrence and Jeremy Renner have brought the 70's fashion back in American Hustle.

Should you make that 20% down payment for your first home?

Should you make that 20% down payment for your first home?

Rediff.com2 May 2014

Tempted? Good. Now read this!

Sports Shorts: Nadal, Federer advance at Monte Carlo

Sports Shorts: Nadal, Federer advance at Monte Carlo

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

Claycourt machine Rafael Nadal recovered from a stuttering start to beat Russian qualifier Teymuraz Gabashvili 6-4, 6-1 and reach the third round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday.

BJP is the favourite in Delhi, but AAP is not far behind

BJP is the favourite in Delhi, but AAP is not far behind

Rediff.com9 Apr 2014

In 2009, the Congress won all seven Lok Sabha seats in New Delhi. This election, the party may not even win one.

'I don't create controversies to sell my movies'

'I don't create controversies to sell my movies'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Kannada actor-director Hemanth Hegde's film Nimbehuli is Subhash Ghai's foray into the South under his Mukta Arts banner.

21 cosplayers reveal their day jobs

21 cosplayers reveal their day jobs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Paloma Sharma asked some of the cosplayers of Mumbai Comic Con to tell us what they did when they weren't dressed up in costumes.

MSMEs need help again but not the way govt did last time

MSMEs need help again but not the way govt did last time

Rediff.com10 May 2021

While players in the financial ecosystem are opening up to the idea of receivables funding for the sector, this market needs a regulator, which a Parliament panel feels only RBI can provide.

Will change my mind if accusations are credible: Trump on SC nominee

Will change my mind if accusations are credible: Trump on SC nominee

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

The US president further said he would follow the hearing between Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford, the woman who has accused him of sexual assault, slated to take place on Thursday

Hot pix: Is yellow the new black?

Hot pix: Is yellow the new black?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

Take a cue from these celebrities and work your magic in yellow.

Apple iOS 7: What's hot, what's not

Apple iOS 7: What's hot, what's not

Rediff.com13 Oct 2013

Apple has taken a different route with the user interface and changed experience with the iOS 7 software update.

Honor Band 4: Worth your time and money?

Honor Band 4: Worth your time and money?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The Honor Band 4 comes with a 0.95-inch 240 x 120 display that is sufficiently sharp and lively, says Dhruv Munjal.

Is realme X50 Pro 5G worth Rs 37,999?

Is realme X50 Pro 5G worth Rs 37,999?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

The realme X50 Pro 5G is a future ready phone that comes loaded with fancy tech for gamers and social media buffs, says Ashish Narsale.

India's greatest test since Partition

India's greatest test since Partition

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

'The steady poverty reduction achieved over the last three decades could be largely reversed in this one financial year with hundreds of millions sliding below the red line,' warns Devangshu Datta.

Note-worthy: Whose face is on which currency?

Note-worthy: Whose face is on which currency?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

How well do you know the popular banknotes from around the globe and the personalities featured on them?

Minister Supriyo kicks up row over Pak singers in Bollywood

Minister Supriyo kicks up row over Pak singers in Bollywood

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Minister Babul Supriyo wants Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's song form upcoming film Welcome To New York to be removed.

Xiaomi Mi TV 4: Does it live up to its immense potential?

Xiaomi Mi TV 4: Does it live up to its immense potential?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Khalid Anzar lists the pros and cons.

What's good for your bike: Carburettor or EFI?

What's good for your bike: Carburettor or EFI?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Find out the pros and cons of using and old as well as modern bike technology.

Highlights of 2013 Indian football: Bagging rights of hosting U-17 WC

Highlights of 2013 Indian football: Bagging rights of hosting U-17 WC

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

Securing the hosting rights of the prestigious 2017 Under-17 FIFA World Cup was the lone silver lining in an otherwise disappointing and forgettable year gone by for Indian football.

Gold prices finally fell in 2013

Gold prices finally fell in 2013

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

The yellow metal gives negative returns after 12 yrs; analysts say it'll be subdued in 1st half of 2014, with a revival likely later.

Should you opt for the 3-month EMI moratorium?

Should you opt for the 3-month EMI moratorium?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Don't opt for the moratorium unless critical, advises Charlie Lee, founder and CEO, True Balance.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

These images prove we live in a wonderfully weird world.

'After Covid, demand will be back with a vengeance'

'After Covid, demand will be back with a vengeance'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

'When there is unlocking, there is demand revival.' 'This is going to be the main growth engine in this kind of an economic scenario.'

Delhi govt seals 20 COVID-19 hotspots, masks must for stepping out

Delhi govt seals 20 COVID-19 hotspots, masks must for stepping out

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

As the national capital reported 93 new cases taking the total number of infections to 669, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held an emergency meeting with senior ministers and top officials of the Delhi government Wednesday evening and took a series of decisions to check the spread of the virus.

Four IIT-Roorkee students get Rs 1.5-cr offers from Google

Four IIT-Roorkee students get Rs 1.5-cr offers from Google

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

The IITs see nearly three times increase in Asian companies on campus this year

How lockdown has affected pacer's rhythm

How lockdown has affected pacer's rhythm

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Mohammad Shami has started bowling full tilt at the nets with his brother facing him, Shami said he still can't gauge how an old red ball will behave without the application of saliva.

Foreign trips cannot bring investment: Yashwant Sinha

Foreign trips cannot bring investment: Yashwant Sinha

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

The government should shun populist measures and take tough decisions to rein in the fiscal deficit, says Yashwant Sinha.

Will Koratagere elect Karnataka's next CM?

Will Koratagere elect Karnataka's next CM?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Karnataka Congress president and chief ministerial aspirant Dr G Parameshwara feels confident about winning from Koratagere despite the high-profile candidate not spending much time in his constituency. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Sukanya Verma lists Anees Bazmee's stockpile of silliness.