News for 'Core Group Meeting'

RBI: Banks' NPAs still too high for comfort

RBI: Banks' NPAs still too high for comfort

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

'The banking sector appears to be on course to recovery,' declares the RBI governor.

Hardliners will dominate China's Tibet policy

Hardliners will dominate China's Tibet policy

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Statements emanating from the recent Chinese Communist party congress suggest potentially increasing pressure on India with regard to the Dalai Lama and the Central Tibetan Administration in Dharamsala, notes former RAW officer Jayadeva Ranade.

India's foreign minister is here. I am satisfied: Lankan prez

India's foreign minister is here. I am satisfied: Lankan prez

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Thursday expressed satisfaction over External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government summit.

How Patrick D'Souza cracked the CAT 14 times!

How Patrick D'Souza cracked the CAT 14 times!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

And Patrick D'Souza managed to score a perfect 100 in 4 of his attempts!

Analysis: How the President provided a face-saver on ordinance row

Analysis: How the President provided a face-saver on ordinance row

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

While Congressmen may try and give Rahul Gandhi credit for the withdrawal of the controversial ordinance on convicted lawmakers, it was the President's timely intervention that saved the day for the Congress, says Anita Katyal.

Govt formation discussions in BJP gain momentum

Govt formation discussions in BJP gain momentum

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Consultations within the Bharatiya Janata Party on government formation gained momentum on Friday with Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi holding a long meeting with party chief Rajnath Singh and other senior leaders.

United Spirits sells UB shares worth Rs 872 cr to Heineken, loses 'promoter' status

United Spirits sells UB shares worth Rs 872 cr to Heineken, loses 'promoter' status

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

With this, Heineken's stake has risen from 39% to 42.2%.

Taliban finds new leader lacking influence; commanders refuse to pledge allegiance

Taliban finds new leader lacking influence; commanders refuse to pledge allegiance

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

Some commanders have refused to pledge allegiance to Akhundzada, according to interviews with Taliban commanders and officials.

Fighting electoral malpractice in India

Fighting electoral malpractice in India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

'ADR's success is its ability to remain non-partisan for a very long period, sheer professionalism and tenacity, and that makes it one of the good things to happen to our democracy.'

Sonchiriya Review: Stark, stirring tale of rebels

Sonchiriya Review: Stark, stirring tale of rebels

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Sonchiriya is an entire mood within a movie, feels Sukanya Verma.

What Tejaswi, Rahul need to worry about

What Tejaswi, Rahul need to worry about

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

Will the M (Muslims) in the RJD's M+Y move fast swiftly towards the MIM and away from the RJD, asks Mohammad Sajjad.

How the Congress can win the 2018 elections

How the Congress can win the 2018 elections

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

'The Congress shall have to take some brave-tough decisions to give a new social face to the party and its leadership composition,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

Six areas of reforms to expect from Modi's banking retreat

Six areas of reforms to expect from Modi's banking retreat

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

The meeting will be attended by all heads and EDs of public sector banks

RBI asks NBFCs to boost high quality liquid assets

RBI asks NBFCs to boost high quality liquid assets

Rediff.com25 May 2019

An NBFC must actively manage its collateral positions, differentiating between encumbered and unencumbered assets, and monitor such assets so that they can be mobilised in a timely manner, central bank says in circular.

Tatas falls off top 5 in attractive brands list, down to 7

Tatas falls off top 5 in attractive brands list, down to 7

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

While study was done before the current boardroom battle began, the findings indicate Tata is no longer viewed as aspirational brand by working professionals.

PhD scholar among 6 arrested for attack on CRPF convoy in Banihal

PhD scholar among 6 arrested for attack on CRPF convoy in Banihal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The PhD scholar is an active member of Jamiat-e-Talaba, the student wing of banned Jammat-e-Islami (JeI).

General Rawat hints at a major change in India's defence thinking

General Rawat hints at a major change in India's defence thinking

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'It is crucial today to realise where we have reached in this 15 year-period in order to fully and properly assess the profundity of what General Rawat has said,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

China hails Modi victory. This is why

China hails Modi victory. This is why

Rediff.com23 May 2019

There is a sense of relief in Beijing that Modi will be at the helm of affairs in Delhi at a critical juncture in the geopolitics of the region, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Are global summits losing relevance?

Are global summits losing relevance?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

Capital flows have become much more skittish and volatile during this period, with short-term horizons dominating allocations.

How Rajesh Gopinathan came to lead India's most valuable firm

How Rajesh Gopinathan came to lead India's most valuable firm

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Niraj Bhatt discovers how a CFO 'without a finance background' made it to the corner office at TCS.

Bill Gates to support sanitation projects in India

Bill Gates to support sanitation projects in India

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

Gates stressed on promoting quality and user friendly toilets to ensure their proper use.

Pakistan came with pre-set agenda

Pakistan came with pre-set agenda

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

'The Pakistani side was so cocksure of itself that it had come to the table with a pre-set agenda -- an agenda of unilateralism, knowing full well that nothing was going to come out of these talks,' says Rajeev Sharma.

'Mobocracy' cannot be allowed to overrun law: SC on vigilantism

'Mobocracy' cannot be allowed to overrun law: SC on vigilantism

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The SC said that it was the duty of the state governments to ensue law and order in society.

'A tradition which prevents women at temples needs to change'

'A tradition which prevents women at temples needs to change'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

'I want to know, how can any God become impure if woman enters the temple?'

When it comes to 'innovative ideas' you can't beat Didi

When it comes to 'innovative ideas' you can't beat Didi

Rediff.com26 Oct 2014

Mamata woos industry with boat ride to Gangasagar, Sundarbans

Dump NSG membership in the dustbin

Dump NSG membership in the dustbin

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

'The bottom line is that at least now we should take an honest look at this business of NSG membership (or Masood Azhar for that matter.),' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

The L&T CEO who never wanted to retire

The L&T CEO who never wanted to retire

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

As A M Naik stepped down as L&T CEO, there are some things he still needs to take care of. And given his love for his company that's not the last we are going to hear of him yet.

'Recession is temporary, your capability is permanent'

'Recession is temporary, your capability is permanent'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

'You need to polish your skills and be prepared to be an asset in the 'new normal' work environment.' 'Access MOOCs (massive open online courses) and keep your brain razor sharp, despite not having a job offer or having your job offer rescinded.'

Coca-Cola's ambitious future plans

Coca-Cola's ambitious future plans

Rediff.com2 May 2017

The firm has set its eyes on emerging categories such as juices and plans to develop a stronger total portfolio, participating across multiple categories.

Sports Shorts: Bekele wins Berlin marathon

Sports Shorts: Bekele wins Berlin marathon

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday.

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

BJP cracks Bihar poll deal with allies; to contest 160 of 243 seats

BJP cracks Bihar poll deal with allies; to contest 160 of 243 seats

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

The National Democratic Alliance on Monday finalised its seat sharing for Bihar polls with the Bharatiya Janata Party contesting 160 out of the 243 assembly constituencies while allies Lok Janshkati Party and Jitan Ram Manjhi's Hindustani Awam Morcha being allotted 40 and 20 seats respectively.

Gautam Singhania likes Trump's feud with China

Gautam Singhania likes Trump's feud with China

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

'Trump's sparring with China is good for business,' Raymond's CMD tells Pavan Lall.

Stressed bond dealers get RBI help

Stressed bond dealers get RBI help

Rediff.com5 May 2018

Central bank moves to infuse liquidity into bond market to help boost sentiment.

From social media influencers to #metoo, 2018 was a 'brand' new year

From social media influencers to #metoo, 2018 was a 'brand' new year

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

What sets 2018 apart from previous years is the magnitude of the shocks that hit our brand ecosystem, says Bharat Bambawale.

At CPC congress, Xi assures neighbours to resolve disputes through dialogue

At CPC congress, Xi assures neighbours to resolve disputes through dialogue

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Xi, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, called the progress China had made under his watch "truly remarkable

Australia launch ball-tampering probe, vows answers by Wednesday

Australia launch ball-tampering probe, vows answers by Wednesday

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The incident has been met with astonishment in Australia, with the protagonists -- Smith, his vice captain David Warner and opening batsman Cameron Bancroft -- lambasted in the media under headlines almost universally trumpeting the word "Shame".

A survivor's guide for AAP

A survivor's guide for AAP

Rediff.com24 May 2017

The party needs to fight competition not by acting like others, but by finding a strong narrative of its own.

How Balakot won Modi 2019 election

How Balakot won Modi 2019 election

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

'I will need a few more pictures, sir, can I get some time from you for a more extended photo shoot?' asked Singh. Modi, ever-obliging before the camera, laughed. 'Sure, but let us plan to do it after my swearing-in is over in May!' The Balakot effect was evident. A fascinating excerpt from Rajdeep Sardesai's 2019: How Modi Won India.

When Vajpayee appeared on the Rediff Chat

When Vajpayee appeared on the Rediff Chat

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

Archana Masih recalls that December evening 22 years ago when Atal Bihari Vajpayee logged into the Rediff Chat.