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India-China ties going through a 'bad patch' due to Beijing's acts: Jaishankar

India-China ties going through a 'bad patch' due to Beijing's acts: Jaishankar

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday that India and China are going through a 'particularly bad patch' in their ties because Beijing has taken a set of actions in violation of agreements for which it still doesn't have a 'credible explanation' and it is for the Chinese leadership to answer where they want to take the bilateral relationship.

India challenges Vodafone arbitration ruling in Singapore court

India challenges Vodafone arbitration ruling in Singapore court

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

India has challenged in a Singapore court a verdict of an international arbitration tribunal that overturned its demand for Rs 22,100 crore in back taxes from Vodafone Group Plc, sources said on Thursday. An international arbitration court had on September 25 rejected tax authorities' demand for Rs 22,100 crore in back taxes and penalties relating to the British telecom giant's 2007 acquisition of an Indian operator. Two sources privy to the development said India had 90 days to file an appeal against the tribunal award, and the same was done in a Singapore court earlier this week.

NCB arrests Sushant's flatmate from Hyderabad in drug case

NCB arrests Sushant's flatmate from Hyderabad in drug case

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Pithani was Rajput's friend and was also staying with the late actor at his Bandra residence in suburban Mumbai, he said.

The $8.5 billion TVS Group splits to grow: What's changed structure-wise?

The $8.5 billion TVS Group splits to grow: What's changed structure-wise?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

The $8.5 billion TVS Group received final approval for a family resettlement on February 4 from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). It is an arrangement that is noteworthy because unlike many other corporate settlements this one was sorted out amicably and without any open conflicts.

Jaipur's Royal Family: 15-Year Battle Ends

Jaipur's Royal Family: 15-Year Battle Ends

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

A battle royale, fought over 15 long years, comes to an end as a prince and a princess -- grandchildren of the legendary Rajmata Gayatri Devi -- get back the Jai Mahal Palace Hotel from their step-uncles.

'I have grown some steel in my psyche'

'I have grown some steel in my psyche'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

'I'm 79 + now, and I've been doing all this since my late 20s.' 'Sometimes the ideological war extends to the home as well.' 'Many nights I couldn't sleep when someone close to me uttered the smallest insult.' 'It would cause me a lot of pain. But one has to be honest to oneself.'

Why Yes Bank audit committee chief quit

Why Yes Bank audit committee chief quit

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Uttam Prakash Agarwal alleged that Citax and Braich offers were incomplete and did not include firm commitment as to the price, size, timings, confirmation from the banks about availability of the funds.

Excess release from DVC dam caused floods in Bengal: Mamata to PM

Excess release from DVC dam caused floods in Bengal: Mamata to PM

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Faced with criticism that water released from its dams in an 'unprecedented' manner led to the flooding of West Bengal, the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) on Wednesday said that it discharges water after taking consent of the state government and blaming it for the deluge is not justified.

Meeting FY22 fiscal deficit target hinges on divestment

Meeting FY22 fiscal deficit target hinges on divestment

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

After the government sought Parliament's nod for a second batch of supplementary demand for grants that will cause a hit of Rs 2.99 trillion to the exchequer, doubts suddenly arose about the government's ability to meet the Budget projections of reining in its fiscal deficit at 6.8 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), or Rs 15.06 trillion, for the current financial year. Till now, many were of the opinion that the government would succeed in checking the deficit at a much lower figure than what was given in the Budget Estimates (BE). The government had sought Parliament's approval to spend Rs 3.74 trillion extra, but Rs 74,517.01 crore will be matched by equal savings on other heads.

Modi-Biden talks: A call on Taliban to end terror

Modi-Biden talks: A call on Taliban to end terror

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

In a US-India Joint Leaders' Statement issued after the first in-person bilateral meeting between US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Friday, the two leaders underscored the importance of combating terrorism in Afghanistan.

'Parts of India have begun to run out of water'

'Parts of India have begun to run out of water'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'Rain-fed farms in the drier parts of the country are feeling the pinch of lack of water, and this pinch is only going to increase. Some of the biggest companies have shut down because of non-availability of water.'

Govt now allows doorstep delivery of drugs

Govt now allows doorstep delivery of drugs

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Medicines that fall under Schedule H category (class of prescription drugs) would be provided against a valid prescription that can be submitted either physically or over e-mail. Narcotics, psychotropics and controlled substances, though, cannot be delivered.

Wuhan revokes order to ease lockdown within hrs; toll nears 3,000

Wuhan revokes order to ease lockdown within hrs; toll nears 3,000

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The Wuhan local administration earlier announced that people who are not quarantined and seeking special treatment or stranded in the city can leave in batches.

SC asks states why they not be made liable to compensate people for bad air quality

SC asks states why they not be made liable to compensate people for bad air quality

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The Supreme Court on Monday asked all the states to explain within six weeks as to why they should not be made liable to pay compensation to persons affected by bad air quality saying it is their bounden duty to provide basic civic amenities, clean air and drinking water to citizens.

Chinese shareholding in Indian rig operations being probed

Chinese shareholding in Indian rig operations being probed

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The scrutiny started when it came to the government's notice that Shelf Drilling, a company that operates one third of ONGC's contracted jackup rig and earns a revenue of close to $220,000 a day, has China Merchant Group as its single largest shareholder.

Delhi polls on February 8; results on Feb 11: EC

Delhi polls on February 8; results on Feb 11: EC

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

The election is likely to witness a three-cornered contest involving the ruling Aam Aadmi Party, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress.

Why the triple talaq issue is a win for the BJP

Why the triple talaq issue is a win for the BJP

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

'The BJP, or the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, are celebrating their biggest ideological and philosophical victory in some time,' says Shekhar Gupta.

'Our partnership with BharatPe is firm and good'

'Our partnership with BharatPe is firm and good'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

'Banking is a business of trust.'

SC constitutes committee to monitor stubble burning

SC constitutes committee to monitor stubble burning

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

During his tenure as an apex court judge, Justice Lokur had dealt with pollution matter which included the aspect of stubble burning.

Danger of terror spreading into Russia, India from Af: Russian Envoy

Danger of terror spreading into Russia, India from Af: Russian Envoy

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Delving into implications of the latest developments in Afghanistan, Russian Ambassador Nikolay Kudashev said that there is a danger of the possible spread of terror into Russian territory as well as Kashmir, noting that India and Russia will continue to work together to counter any threat of terrorism.

Asthana's posting: Delhi HC pulls up petitioner for 'copy-paste' plea

Asthana's posting: Delhi HC pulls up petitioner for 'copy-paste' plea

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The Delhi High Court Thursday termed as "copy-paste" a petition filed before it challenging the appointment of IPS officer Rakesh Asthana as Delhi Police Commissioner and warned the petitioner that such activity shall not be repeated in the future.

What Doval told Chinese FM during 2-hr phone call

What Doval told Chinese FM during 2-hr phone call

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The officials said the focus of the talks was on 'full and enduring restoration of peace and tranquillity' along the border and also better coordination to ensure avoidance of such incidents in future.

India, China disengage in Gogra; all temporary structures dismantled

India, China disengage in Gogra; all temporary structures dismantled

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

"All temporary structures and other allied infrastructure created in the area by both sides have been dismantled and mutually verified. The landform in the area has been restored by both sides to the pre-standoff period," the Army said in a statement.

Taliban's takeover setback for India: Ex-diplomats

Taliban's takeover setback for India: Ex-diplomats

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Former Indian diplomats on Monday termed the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan as a "setback" for India strategically, and asserted that the priority for New Delhi right now should be to evacuate its citizens from the war-torn nation.

NCB witness Gosavi, accused of extortion, says he will surrender in UP

NCB witness Gosavi, accused of extortion, says he will surrender in UP

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Kiran Gosavi, an 'independent witness' of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in the drugs-on-cruise case who is absconding, on Monday refuted the extortion claims made by his aide and another witness in the case, Prabhakar Sail, and said he will surrender shortly before the Lucknow police.

Even as economy reopens, new projects down 82% YoY in Sep

Even as economy reopens, new projects down 82% YoY in Sep

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Completed projects saw an improvement of 29.2 per cent over the June quarter, which is valued at Rs 0.31 trillion.

India always supported Afghan minorities: Shringla

India always supported Afghan minorities: Shringla

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

India has always provided very strong support to minority communities in Afghanistan, particularly Sikhs and Hindus, and it is an important part of New Delhi's effort to evacuate those Afghan nationals who want to leave the war-ravaged country, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said.

Delhi, Tamil Nadu revive fine for not wearing masks

Delhi, Tamil Nadu revive fine for not wearing masks

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Within three weeks of lifting its mask mandate, the Delhi government on Friday made masks mandatory at public places with immediate effect, and imposed a fine of Rs 500 for any violation as coronavirus cases rise in the city again.

'Modi-Xi summit could certainly help end standoff'

'Modi-Xi summit could certainly help end standoff'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

'However, a lot of preparatory work would have to go in and China must be prepared to announce an end to the standoff by disengaging from the remaining areas along the LAC.'

As Delhi gasps for oxygen, relief may take a little longer

As Delhi gasps for oxygen, relief may take a little longer

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Several Delhi hospitals treating Covid-19 patients faced a major medical oxygen crisis with their depleting stock for the second consecutive day, prompting the Centre to increase the city's quota to 480 metric tonnes against the AAP dispensation's demand of 700 MT.

NSG, SWAT teams, drones: Delhi preps for PM's speech

NSG, SWAT teams, drones: Delhi preps for PM's speech

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

A multi-layered security cover has been put in place to secure the historic Red Fort from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on the 75nd Independence Day on Sunday.

COVID-19: CAPFs witness spike; CRPF HQ sealed

COVID-19: CAPFs witness spike; CRPF HQ sealed

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Officials working in the building will not be allowed inside the premises from Sunday.

Delhi continues to choke with 'very poor' air quality

Delhi continues to choke with 'very poor' air quality

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

The eight areas that recorded 'severe' air quality Saturday are Anand Vihar, Dwarka Sector 8, Narela, Punjabi Bagh, Bawana, Mundaka, Vivek Vihar and Rohini.

SC says COVID-19 situation has worsened in Delhi, Gujarat

SC says COVID-19 situation has worsened in Delhi, Gujarat

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

The court said the situation is "going out of control" in Gujarat.

No plans to reimpose lockdown: Delhi health minister

No plans to reimpose lockdown: Delhi health minister

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

He further said that stern action will be taken against people who do not wear masks and do not follow social distancing norms in the national capital.

COVID-19 vaccine: Don't rush to buy logistics stocks

COVID-19 vaccine: Don't rush to buy logistics stocks

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

'Most Indian logistics firms do not have the facility to store and transport COVID-19 vaccine right now.'

Capital chaos: Is this Kejriwal's victory? No, says Congress

Capital chaos: Is this Kejriwal's victory? No, says Congress

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal calling off the dharna being enacted outside the Rail Bhawan in a partial compromise with the Union government is being seen as a face-loss for him by many. Renu Mittal explains

How Lakshmi Vilas Bank eroded its wealth amid controversy and losses

How Lakshmi Vilas Bank eroded its wealth amid controversy and losses

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

It has been a year since the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initiated prompt corrective action (PCA), an exercise that puts weak banks under central bank scrutiny, against the 94-year-old Lakshmi Vilas Bank (LVB). But recently, this low-profile Chennai-headquartered bank found itself attracting some unwonted publicity when 60 per cent of its shareholders voted against a proposal to re-appoint seven directors, including one of the promoters, K R Pradeep (who holds around 2 per cent), and the company's managing director & chief executive officer S Sundar.

India, China discuss 'specific details to cool tempers'

India, China discuss 'specific details to cool tempers'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

The Indian side forcefully pressed for early resolution of the standoff and particularly insisted on expeditious disengagement in Hot Springs and Gogra, a source said.

'Pakistan's backing for Taliban goes back many years'

'Pakistan's backing for Taliban goes back many years'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

'Throughout the nearly 20-year US-led war, State sponsorship from Pakistan has been a constant.'