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What to do when the taxman pops up online

What to do when the taxman pops up online

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Any company resident in a country has to pay both indirect taxes as well as Income Tax.

MPs, MLAs return to school for GST training

MPs, MLAs return to school for GST training

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

The government is going all out to spread awareness about the new indirect tax regime, and training lawmakers is being seen as a necessary first step.

'Not a great idea to come out with Sabarimala ordinance'

'Not a great idea to come out with Sabarimala ordinance'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

'This government has huge respect for the Supreme Court and when there is going to be a hearing on the review petition, it is appropriate to refrain from taking any action till then.'

For India Inc, conserving cash is the mantra

For India Inc, conserving cash is the mantra

Rediff.com25 May 2020

India's harsh lockdown has left companies grappling with temporary closure, chaotic supply chains and depressed demand. Consequently, business plans have been modified.

Budget not excellent but just above average

Budget not excellent but just above average

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

This Budget plans for an increase to 10.3% of GDP from 9.9%.

Jet-Etihad deal probe may be closed

Jet-Etihad deal probe may be closed

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The Civil Aviation Ministry has submitted replies to the CVC on a series of allegations raised by Nishikant Dubey against the deal and clarified all concerns raised by him, official sources said.

'Jail tourism' - new mantra to deter officials from corruption

'Jail tourism' - new mantra to deter officials from corruption

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar hit upon the novel idea and sent 576 government employees to the central jail in Farrukhabad to interact with inmates, including government officials who are living in confines of the prison.

Early Budget is welcome, but challenges remain

Early Budget is welcome, but challenges remain

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Securing the GDP estimates a month in advance would be a challenge and the government should take the Central Statistics Office on board before embarking on the new schedule for Budget presentation

CAG report raps Railways

CAG report raps Railways

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

CAG says Railways lost about Rs 4,300 crore in 2008-2012 because of improper documentation.

'DDCA scam': Delhi government appoints inquiry commission

'DDCA scam': Delhi government appoints inquiry commission

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

The one-member commission of inquiry under former solicitor general Gopal Subramanium will probe the alleged irregularities in DDCA.

Black money: Only Rs 3,000 crore disclosures in govt's compliance window

Black money: Only Rs 3,000 crore disclosures in govt's compliance window

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

A stream of people, including those from Rajasthan and Karnataka, walked into the only designated office before the closure of the one-time compliance window.

Xiaomi plans to invest close to $1 billion in India by 2022

Xiaomi plans to invest close to $1 billion in India by 2022

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Manu Kumar Jain, vice-president, Xiaomi, and managing director, Xiaomi India, shares his thoughts with Arnab Dutta on how the firm has put India on the forefront.

Bengaluru International Airport's high-tech plan to cut congestion

Bengaluru International Airport's high-tech plan to cut congestion

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The centre eyes airport-specific digital solution and ties up with start-ups to solve problem unique to BIAL

Railways won't roll back dynamic pricing for premium trains

Railways won't roll back dynamic pricing for premium trains

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Looking into the flexi-fare scheme in Rajdhani, Duronto and Shatabdi trains introduced in September 2016, the CAG stated that occupancy in all classes except the sleeper class in Duronto decreased.

27 dead in 2 days, 106 arrested; Delhi remains tense

27 dead in 2 days, 106 arrested; Delhi remains tense

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Hospital authorities said of the deceased at the GTB, at least nine received gun shots. One of the deceased is also a woman, they said.

Taxman comes knocking at AAP's door over donations

Taxman comes knocking at AAP's door over donations

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Fifty other entities, including the Congress, have been served notices

Rs 5,000 crores invested in SIPs every month!

Rs 5,000 crores invested in SIPs every month!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

'Debt mutual funds are a good option now because interest rates are coming down.' 'Retail investors must put a majority portion of your money in short-term debt funds (1 to 3 years) and only a small portion in actively managed dynamic funds.'

States oppose GST Bill over compensation, petro issues

States oppose GST Bill over compensation, petro issues

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

At a meeting of the Empowered Committee of State Finance Ministers, the Centre's plan to bring petroleum goods under GST regime was opposed.

'Revive the Railways? Go back to the 1950s' model'

'Revive the Railways? Go back to the 1950s' model'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

'There is tension between the zones all the time.'

IAS vs IRS officers: The fight for supremacy

IAS vs IRS officers: The fight for supremacy

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

In July, IRS officers in Mumbai held an incendiary meeting where they criticised the alleged interference in 'operational matters' by the department of revenue.

'Taxpayers don't worry, only those who defy law will be in trouble'

'Taxpayers don't worry, only those who defy law will be in trouble'

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Honest tax payers need not worry about the new black money law, says finance minister Arun Jaitley.

'Devalue the Rupee by 24%'

'Devalue the Rupee by 24%'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

'You need to devalue the currency, ignite inflation, which then begins to oil the wheels of the economy.' 'Without that this severe recession is not going to reverse.'

Of Sudarshan Chakra, Shishupal, and PSU banks

Of Sudarshan Chakra, Shishupal, and PSU banks

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Does the Union government or the RBI see itself as Krishna beheading Shishupal and what will constitute the 101st or indeed the past many sins for which a Sudarshan Chakra will have to be used? More importantly, what are those sins?

'If you allow money to flow, people are ready to buy houses, cars'

'If you allow money to flow, people are ready to buy houses, cars'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

'If credit is not available, people will postpone buying. That's what has happened.'

BCCI announces new contracts; Dhoni and Ashwin relegated

BCCI announces new contracts; Dhoni and Ashwin relegated

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators announced a new category 'A+' with an annual retainership of Rs. 7 crore. The top category includes the likes of captain Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah.

How 'briefcase' firms are robbing the govt of GST tax

How 'briefcase' firms are robbing the govt of GST tax

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

A government report revealed that fake companies floated with fake addresses, issued fake GST invoices and generated fake e-way bills, with fake vehicle registration details without supplying any goods causing huge loss to the exchequer.

This is how Euro zone plans to counter the Greek crisis

This is how Euro zone plans to counter the Greek crisis

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

The IMF dashed any hope that Athens could avert default.

'Congress underestimated Scindia'

'Congress underestimated Scindia'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'Kamal Nath and Digvijaya intentionally ignored Jyotiraditya's presence'

No auto extension for Kumble, BCCI invites applications for head coach

No auto extension for Kumble, BCCI invites applications for head coach

Rediff.com25 May 2017

With Anil Kumble's contract ending after the ICC Champions Trophy, the Board of Control for Cricket India on Thursday invited applications for the post of head coach for the senior men's team.

Sonia, Manmohan meet Chidambaram, express concern over his detention

Sonia, Manmohan meet Chidambaram, express concern over his detention

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Chidambaram said he was honoured that the two leaders visited him.

Kohli, Dhoni meet CoA: More rest, pay hike agreed

Kohli, Dhoni meet CoA: More rest, pay hike agreed

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Virat Kohli and his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni's demand for a pay hike for the team was on Thursday accepted by the Committee of Administrators, which also took their inputs on the issue of cramped scheduling.

No looking back: India all set for growth amid shrinking deficit

No looking back: India all set for growth amid shrinking deficit

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

Indian Economy poised for growth, say experts.

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes, 76 dead

Plane carrying football players from Brazil crashes, 76 dead

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

A plane carrying 72 people, including football players from Brazil, has reportedly crashed in Colombia. Authorities are responding to an emergency after an airplane with 72 people on board has crashed on its way to Medellin's international airport.

Corporate tax structure needs to be reformed

Corporate tax structure needs to be reformed

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Clarity on the roadmap necessary to assess its likely impact on near-term fiscal health and investment.

Odd-even scheme: 753 people challaned for violations

Odd-even scheme: 753 people challaned for violations

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

As many as 753 violators of the odd-even scheme were challaned on Monday, the 11th day of the car-rationing measure's implementation in New Delhi.

GST on petroleum might remain a distant goal

GST on petroleum might remain a distant goal

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

The Centre would need the concurrence of 20 states out of 29 to impose a GST on petroleum

Railways reward World Cup star Harmanpreet with promotion

Railways reward World Cup star Harmanpreet with promotion

Rediff.com9 Sep 2017

Cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur, who hit a stunning 171 not out in the recent women's cricket World Cup propelling India into the finals, has been promoted as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the Western Railway.

Congress-JD(S) reach power sharing deal, announce tie-up for 2019

Congress-JD(S) reach power sharing deal, announce tie-up for 2019

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The Congress has conceded the plum Finance portfolio to its junior partner, resolving a thorny issue, after its president Rahul Gandhi intervened and spoke to Kumaraswamy.

Now, fixed two-year tenure for civil servants

Now, fixed two-year tenure for civil servants

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Officers of the three premier services -- Indian Administrative Services, Indian Police Service and Indian Foreign Service -- will now spend a minimum of two years at each posting and any exception in the form of transfers or new appointments will only be done upon the recommendation of a civil services board, according to new rules aimed at checking political interference.

Will bizman brother be Mayawati's successor?

Will bizman brother be Mayawati's successor?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Meet Anand Kumar, a government clerk who transformed into a real estate and hospitality baron.