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Worse news awaits the economy

Worse news awaits the economy

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

'Without bold action to deal with our banking crisis, count on the economy's doldrums to continue for much longer than most of us anticipate,' says Rahul Jacob.

Multiple headwinds for IT majors

Multiple headwinds for IT majors

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

While most analysts remain positive on TCS and Infosys, they are cautious on Wipro.

Toyota launches Innova Crysta at Rs 20.78 lakh

Toyota launches Innova Crysta at Rs 20.78 lakh

Rediff.com2 May 2016

The bookings of the new vehicle, named Innova Crysta opened on Monday and deliveries will begin from May 13, 2016.

'How can we trust the prime minister?'

'How can we trust the prime minister?'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

'The Modi government is not listening to us. So now we are coming to Delhi to talk with the central government.'

India's GDP grows at 5.7% in June quarter, beats expectations

India's GDP grows at 5.7% in June quarter, beats expectations

Rediff.com29 Aug 2014

Manufacturing sector grows at 3.5%; agriculture sector at 3.8%

UPA's mismanagement of the economy laid bare

UPA's mismanagement of the economy laid bare

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

India's problem cannot be blamed on external considerations alone.

PM announces free vax for all; foodgrains for poor till Oct

PM announces free vax for all; foodgrains for poor till Oct

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced that the central government will provide free coronavirus vaccine to states for inoculation of all above the age of 18 from June 21, and asserted that vaccine supply would be increased significantly in the country in coming days.

At -7.5%, economy claws back faster in Q2 but enters recession

At -7.5%, economy claws back faster in Q2 but enters recession

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

India's economy recovered faster than expected in the September quarter as a pick-up in manufacturing helped GDP clock a lower contraction of 7.5 per cent and held out hopes for further improvement on better consumer demand. The gross domestic product (GDP) had contracted by a record 23.9 per cent in the first quarter of the 2020-21 fiscal (April 2020 to March 2021) as the coronavirus lockdown pummelled economic activity.

China 'bigger threat to India' than Pakistan: Pawar

China 'bigger threat to India' than Pakistan: Pawar

Rediff.com12 Jul 2020

Asked about the clash between Chinese and Indian soldiers at Galwan Valley in Ladakh last month, Pawar said, "When I say there should be no politics over the issue, it is because we can attack them. But the entire country will have to pay a heavy price when there is retaliation to the attack."

'India can cut nearly 50% of its imports from China'

'India can cut nearly 50% of its imports from China'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'India has the potential to reduce its trade deficit with China by $8.4 billion in FY21.'

Robots to the rescue in times of coronavirus

Robots to the rescue in times of coronavirus

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

From scanning hospital entrants to disinfecting hospital areas and floors, robots are being roped in for tasks considered high-risk, says Peerzada Abrar.

I did not say I'll beat up PM, clarifies Mamata

I did not say I'll beat up PM, clarifies Mamata

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accused a section of the media of distorting her statement and clarified that she did not say that she would 'beat' the PM.

How the markets performed in the past one year

How the markets performed in the past one year

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Sensex and Nifty have been volatile in the past one year on domestic and global worries.

What's the lowest you ever paid for petrol?

What's the lowest you ever paid for petrol?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2008

The prices of petrol and diesel have been constantly rising, pushing up the price of every commodity. Today, petrol costs almost Rs 56 a litre and diesel Rs 40 per litre (in Mumbai), having been increased by Rs 5 and Rs 3, respectively, on Wednesday.

We are helpless: Punjab farmers on stubble burning

We are helpless: Punjab farmers on stubble burning

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

'If we do not burn the residue, wheat sowing will be delayed and that will ultimately affect the yield'

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast, Modi wished people on Dussehra and said that with various festivals coming up, they need to show patience and follow health guidelines in celebrating these auspicious occasions during the COVID times.

Reliance-FLAG wins case

Reliance-FLAG wins case

Rediff.com26 May 2006

Reliance Communications-owned FLAG system has won a case against Tatas-owned Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited in the International Court of Arbitration, which makes it eligible for upgrading capacity of international bandwidth.

Coming soon to India: Diesel superbikes?

Coming soon to India: Diesel superbikes?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

With petrol costs going through the roof, it may not be too long before a diesel suberbike hits the Indian roads.

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

With Joji, Dileesh Pothan has found a way, once more, to use everything he has learnt to further push the boundaries of his art, observes Sreehari Nair.

Focus is on Bharat despite fiscal challenges

Focus is on Bharat despite fiscal challenges

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

But the measures, particularly in agriculture, may not be enough to revive the sector and double the farm income, says S Mahendra Dev.

Rs 20 a day to Rs 30 cr a year: Chinu Kala's inspiring journey

Rs 20 a day to Rs 30 cr a year: Chinu Kala's inspiring journey

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'Life has been my greatest teacher.'

'Centre's COVID misgovernance is a political liability'

'Centre's COVID misgovernance is a political liability'

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Modi is still immensely popular and, therefore, he can sustain any number of policy failures.' 'Modi himself has worn multiple faces so it would be naive to think that the Modi of 2021 will be the same Modi that will be campaigning for re-election in 2024.'

Risk-reward for investing in equity gets a boost

Risk-reward for investing in equity gets a boost

Rediff.com14 Dec 2016

Spread between earnings yield and bold yield lowest since 2013; dividend yield and bond yield lowest since 2008.

Post-Budget blues: Investors lost Rs 1.33 trillion

Post-Budget blues: Investors lost Rs 1.33 trillion

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

This amount does not include losses suffered indirectly through investment in mutual funds (MFs) and insurance companies.

Is the Asus TUF FX 504 laptop worth 90,000?

Is the Asus TUF FX 504 laptop worth 90,000?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The Asus TUF FX 504 is durable and a performer, but lacks certain essentials, says Rahul Saha

How Indians will travel in 2019

How Indians will travel in 2019

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Technology is a top priority, whether it's a faster check-out system, vital Wi-Fi or USB ports in rooms, today's travellers need to be constantly connected

How best to nurse the weak banks back to health

How best to nurse the weak banks back to health

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The choice clearly is between prompt corrective action and slow but sure destruction, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Taish review

Taish review

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Bejoy Nambiar's gripping slice-of-mess about things spiraling out of control find an expression in a striking ensemble and volatile scenery, notes Sukanya Verma.

Economy grows at 5-quarter high of 7.2% in Q3

Economy grows at 5-quarter high of 7.2% in Q3

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

The previous high was recorded at 7.5 per cent in the July-September quarter of 2016-17.

5 reasons to buy gold this Akshaya Tritiya

5 reasons to buy gold this Akshaya Tritiya

Rediff.com7 May 2019

On gold buying occasions such as Akshaya Tritiya, Chiraj Mehta points out, investors are often confronted with the question: Should I make just a token purchase, or should I buy more towards building my allocation in the yellow metal?

Xiaomi topples Samsung from India perch in Q3

Xiaomi topples Samsung from India perch in Q3

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Chinese handset maker Xiaomi overtook Samsung to become the top player in the Indian smartphone market in the December quarter, ending the Korean company's 6-year dominance, reports by Canalys and Counterpoint Research said.

Markets are in the bubble zone

Markets are in the bubble zone

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

'The mismatch between valuations and fundamentals is startling,' warns Devangshu Datta

Economic growth of FY14 revised to 6.9% by base year change

Economic growth of FY14 revised to 6.9% by base year change

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Economic growth was revised from 4.7 per cent in FY14.

'I am a social media addict'

'I am a social media addict'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'I am commercial by heart.'

What a post-COVID-19 world may look like

What a post-COVID-19 world may look like

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'Whatever else may or may not happen, China and its people are likely to pay a very heavy price for the lack of transparency of its Communist regime,' predicts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India must reject once in 5 years polls

India must reject once in 5 years polls

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

'Elections, my friends, are a boon for the Indian people.' 'That is the only time our high and mighty leaders are accessible to the masses.' 'So don't ruin that by agreeing to once-in-5-years elections,' argues A Ganesh Nadar.

Real benefit of GST will be visible in 12-18 months

Real benefit of GST will be visible in 12-18 months

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

GST making you anxious? Here is a fact-check on how new tax will impact you.

Lockdown Effect: New TV channels strike gold!

Lockdown Effect: New TV channels strike gold!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Dangal's and Shemaroo's entry shows there is ad-supported gold at the bottom of the Indian consumer pyramid if you can keep the costs low.

Modi Sarkar's strategic shift on reforms

Modi Sarkar's strategic shift on reforms

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Reforms under the Modi government will maintain a slow and tentative pace, constantly wary of political opposition. It may not be reform by stealth, but it is reform on the quiet, says A K Bhattacharya.

Covishield: 'Single dose gives 71% effectiveness'

Covishield: 'Single dose gives 71% effectiveness'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

'You have sufficient protection if you take the second dose of the Covishield vaccine at 12 weeks, because this vaccine works in a way where it provides protection in the first dose.'