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No cash? You can still own any GM car

No cash? You can still own any GM car

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

The offer would help enable General Motors India to increase sales of its all models including the recently launched Chevrolet Beat.

Top quotes from PM Modi's Mann ki Baat

Top quotes from PM Modi's Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

In his tenth address to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on a range of issues -- from the heroes of Kargil war to road safety.

Note ban will make UP election more expensive: Survey

Note ban will make UP election more expensive: Survey

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

The survey conducted jointly by Association for Democratic Reforms and UP Election Watch to study impact of demonetisation on poll expenses said, "Demonetisation will have no impact in the campaigning or the poll expense."

Rajasthan Royals co-owners' plea rejected

Rajasthan Royals co-owners' plea rejected

Rediff.com9 May 2010

The finance ministry is understood to have turned down, for the second time, a proposal of Jaipur IPL Cricket (JIPL), the joint owners of the Rajasthan Royals IPL team, to transfer its entire equity abroad in a cashless transaction.

Sports Minister keeps mum on SC's criticism of BCCI chief Thakur

Sports Minister keeps mum on SC's criticism of BCCI chief Thakur

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Sports Minister Vijay Goel has refused to comment on the possibility of Supreme Court initiating contempt proceedings against BCCI President Anurag Thakur, saying that his ministry has nothing to do with the matter.

Note ban has cost us a lot

Note ban has cost us a lot

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

Well then, what did DeMo achieve? As predicted by most economists, the volume of transactions fell, economic activity was adversely impacted, and some sectors (which were more dependent on cash transactions) witnessed greater disruption than others, says Rahul Khullar.

Does Modi even care about India's worst human crisis?

Does Modi even care about India's worst human crisis?

Rediff.com19 May 2020

'Reports of hitherto 'atmanirbhar' breadwinners having to stand in line for a plastic bag of khichdi or, travelling thousands of kms with nothing but packets of biscuits, have not moved the prime minister,' observes Jyoti Punwani.

BBX awaits RBI nod to start trading in India

BBX awaits RBI nod to start trading in India

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

The approval is expected to come in the next six months, he said. BBX is listed on the Australia Stock Exchange and facilitates cashless business transactions.

How mediclaim helps protect your family

How mediclaim helps protect your family

Rediff.com28 Jul 2010

Have a query regarding health insurance or mediclaim policy? Maybe we can help. Drop us a line and our expert, Harsh Roongta, CEO of Apnapaisa.com, will answer it.

Policyholders in for a double whammy

Policyholders in for a double whammy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2010

With the Finance Bill 2010-11 proposing payment of 10.3 per cent service tax by hospitals on cashless settlements, it may be a double whammy for policyholders: Higher premiums as well as soaring hospital bills.

Now, an Indian mobile wallet that doesn't need pre-loaded cash

Now, an Indian mobile wallet that doesn't need pre-loaded cash

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Bengaluru-based iKaaz Software, a mobile payment solution provider, is launching a new application, MOWA, that works almost like the Apple Pay

Best insurance policies for your family

Best insurance policies for your family

Rediff.com21 Jun 2010

Have a query regarding health insurance or mediclaim policy? Maybe we can help. Drop us a line and our expert, Harsh Roongta, CEO of Apnapaisa.com, will answer it.

2 Covid-19 insurance schemes to be launched on July 10

2 Covid-19 insurance schemes to be launched on July 10

Rediff.com28 Jun 2020

All costs relating to room, boarding, nursing expenses, medical consultation including telemedicine, consumables such as PPE kits and intensive care unit will be covered under the policy. It will also include the cost of treatment for any other co-morbidities, including pre-existing comorbid conditions along with the treatment for Covid-19.

Tough rules for AYUSH treatment make health cover difficult

Tough rules for AYUSH treatment make health cover difficult

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

IRDA's condition that treatment under AYUSH has to be at a government hospital or an institute recognised by the government makes insurance cover difficult.

Car insurance may come with accident cover

Car insurance may come with accident cover

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Road ministry mulls a fee of Rs 15 for such a cover.

Want to join PM Modi's digital India team?

Want to join PM Modi's digital India team?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

As a volunteer you'll need to meet people and educate them about the benefits of going cashless by going digital.

Cash withdrawal limits likely to continue

Cash withdrawal limits likely to continue

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Cash withdrawal limits likely to continue

Some credit card options

Some credit card options

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

The modern credit card was the successor of a variety of merchant credit schemes. It was first used in the 1920s in the United States, specifically to sell fuel to a growing number of automobile owners.

'For any technology in force today there are security risks'

'For any technology in force today there are security risks'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

After acquiring Grama Vidiyal Microfinance last year, IDFC Bank is looking for opportunities to strengthen its retail capabilities, says Rajiv Lall, its chief,

Centre is desperate, blundering: Vadra slams government on note ban

Centre is desperate, blundering: Vadra slams government on note ban

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Terming demonetisation as an 'unplanned and unthought process', Vadra wrote, "The government seems to have reached its levels of desperation to overcome the initial blunder it created."

UIDAI files case for alleged misuse of Aadhaar data

UIDAI files case for alleged misuse of Aadhaar data

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

UIDAI has asked police to investigate, it was not fully convinced about nature of the incident

Alert: Use up your old Rs 500 notes by Thursday midnight!

Alert: Use up your old Rs 500 notes by Thursday midnight!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

While cancelling the legal tender of 500 and 1,000 notes on November 8, the government had allowed them to be used for utility bill payments for the first 72 hours. This deadline was extended repeatedly and the last extension was granted till December 15.

How World Bank plans to use Aadhar experience

How World Bank plans to use Aadhar experience

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Under Aadhar, more than 1 billion people have their online identity.

Why RSS body is unhappy with NITI Aayog

Why RSS body is unhappy with NITI Aayog

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

'Some of the policies NITI Aayog has taken, we feel lean towards the corporates.' 'In a democracy, when you are making a policy decision, you are expected to take the views of all the stakeholders.'

Banks brace for coming pay rush as salary day approaches

Banks brace for coming pay rush as salary day approaches

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

Branch networks will give preference to pensioners and labourers for withdrawing money.

Modi says coming days may be tougher, seeks 50 days

Modi says coming days may be tougher, seeks 50 days

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

"Opposition is not allowing me to speak in Lok Sabha, so, I have decided to speak in 'jan sabha'," says Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Paytm means Pay To Modi, demonetisation move foolish: Rahul

Paytm means Pay To Modi, demonetisation move foolish: Rahul

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Opposition leaders on Thursday observed a 'Black Day' in Parliament premises to mark one month of the announcement of demonetisation, with Rahul Gandhi launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying his "foolish decision" has "devastated" the country.

Health insurance policies YOU must have

Health insurance policies YOU must have

Rediff.com11 Sep 2008

How many health insurance policies should you have? Should you have mediclaim policies at all if you do not have any medical problems? Which are the best health insurance policies available for you today in India? How can one claim money after hospitalisation if you do not have a cashless mediclaim facility? How and where can you lodge complaints against your mediclaim insurance company if you have a problem? Here are the answers.

Do not donate over Rs 2k in cash to political parties: I-T dept

Do not donate over Rs 2k in cash to political parties: I-T dept

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Go cashless. Go clean, say I=T to people.

GST: Rupay card, BHIM users to soon get cashbacks for e-payments

GST: Rupay card, BHIM users to soon get cashbacks for e-payments

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Once implemented, customers making payments using Rupay card or BHIM UPI will get a cashback of 20 per cent of the total GST amount, subject to a maximum of Rs 100.

Bartercard comes to India in 2008

Bartercard comes to India in 2008

Rediff.com12 Nov 2007

According to Bartercard, India is the largest market yet to be entered by the group that is already present across 12 countries. Unlike credit or debit cards, Bartercard needs to be recharged with customers' own goods and services, and not cash. Australia-based Bartercard said on Monday it would commence India operations early in 2008 and the licence for the country has been already sold.

Ola buys ticketing and commuting app Ridlr

Ola buys ticketing and commuting app Ridlr

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Ridlr will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of ANI Technologies, which owns Ola brand. Ridlr's team of 64 employees will now become a part of Ola.

Which Greek letter inspired the euro symbol?

Which Greek letter inspired the euro symbol?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

Today around 317 million EU citizens use the euro as their currency.

Nitish makes U-tun on note ban, says it was a monumental mismanagement

Nitish makes U-tun on note ban, says it was a monumental mismanagement

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Breaking from opposition ranks, the JD-U chief had supported the demonetisation move taken by the PM.

Check out India's first commodity cards

Check out India's first commodity cards

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

This card is a variation of the popular Kisan Credit card.G-Card was distributed to nearly 3,500 small and marginal farmers growing ginger in the remote militant infested district of Karbi Anglong. The card has brought a lot of benefits to the farmers of the area, who often had to shell out 'revolutionary taxes' on cash transactions.

Use credit cards with care; the risks are yours

Use credit cards with care; the risks are yours

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

Abroad, credit card companies like Visa and MasterCard help customers if there's a problem in the product or service purchased. But, in India, your only hope is the consumer courts

Are some of the new features in your health plan worth paying for?

Are some of the new features in your health plan worth paying for?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

While the benefits offered by the new-generation products are alluring, choose a plan that offers features you may actually need in the future

#Notebandi: India's fisherfolk stare at a dark future

#Notebandi: India's fisherfolk stare at a dark future

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Distress sales, market closures and anchoring of fishing fleets have been reported from West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Visa card sales top $26 bn in India

Visa card sales top $26 bn in India

Rediff.com26 Dec 2005

Visa International, the world's leading payment brand, has achieved record card sales volume of $26 billion in India during the year ending September, 2005, while targeting small towns to develop the cashless payment industry.

Look back at PM Modi's Independence Day speeches

Look back at PM Modi's Independence Day speeches

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation for the seventh time from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day on Saturday and it will be his second speech of the second term in office.