News for 'D Swarup'

CIL strike: Power outages likely in north, east India

CIL strike: Power outages likely in north, east India

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

Power stations with captive mines might look at this as an opportunity to sell merchant power at higher rates.

Sensex surges 100 points on firm global cues

Sensex surges 100 points on firm global cues

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

However, investors have turned cautious over the likelihood of Britain leaving the European Union.

DLF-Sebi case: SAT adjourns hearing till Oct 30

DLF-Sebi case: SAT adjourns hearing till Oct 30

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

After hearing the petition, filed by the country's largest real estate developer last week, the Tribunal adjourned the matter till October 30 next week, as it sought a response from capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India on DLF's plea for an interim relief.

7 terror launch pads targeted in surgical strike

7 terror launch pads targeted in surgical strike

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

Gen Singh said the operations were basically focused to ensure that the terrorists do not succeed in their design of infiltration and carrying out destruction and endangering the lives of citizens of our country.

Modi calls for climate change agenda that helps developing countries

Modi calls for climate change agenda that helps developing countries

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

World finance ministers will meet on Oct 7-8 in Lima, Peru, to try to agree on climate change framework.

'Mars was something new for all of us...'

'Mars was something new for all of us...'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

'ISRO provides a very positive atmosphere. What matters here is your talent, not your gender,' says Ritu Karidhal, Deputy Operations Director, India's Mars orbital mission, Mangalyaan. A fascinating excerpt from Minnie Vaid's Those Magnificent Women And Their Flying Machines, Isro's Mission To Mars.

As PM leaves for Riyadh, here's what India promised at Nuclear Security Summit

As PM leaves for Riyadh, here's what India promised at Nuclear Security Summit

Rediff.com2 Apr 2016

Informing the world leaders of measures taken by him, Modi said India will continue to accord a high national priority to nuclear security through strong institutional framework, independent regulatory agency and trained and specialised manpower.

One nation is spreading terror in South Asia: PM Modi at G20

One nation is spreading terror in South Asia: PM Modi at G20

Rediff.com5 Sep 2016

Soon after Prime Minister Modi's assertion, the G20 countries also came down heavily on terrorism.

World reacts to French terror: 'It was barbaric and cowardly'

World reacts to French terror: 'It was barbaric and cowardly'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

No Indian is reported to be affected in a terror "attack" in French resort of Nice where at least 84 were killed when a truck ploughed through a crowd celebrating Bastille Day events.

PM Modi, Pakistan's Sharif to hold bilateral talks in Russia

PM Modi, Pakistan's Sharif to hold bilateral talks in Russia

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif in Ufa on Friday after more than a year.

Promoters take biggest hit of Rs 5,500 cr in DLF share plunge

Promoters take biggest hit of Rs 5,500 cr in DLF share plunge

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

This is one of the rare orders by Sebi where it has barred a bluechip firm and its top promoter/executives.

DLF shares tank 28% on Sebi order; loses Rs 7,500-crore market value

DLF shares tank 28% on Sebi order; loses Rs 7,500-crore market value

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

The stock fell by 24.5 per cent to its 52-week low level of Rs 111.25 in opening trade at the BSE.

India may drag Pak to International Court over Kargil martyr Kalia

India may drag Pak to International Court over Kargil martyr Kalia

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

India on Monday said it could approach the International Court of Justice against the brutal torture of Kargil martyr Captain Saurabh Kalia by Pakistan.

Aadhaar-demat account linking: FPIs grappling with Sebi diktat

Aadhaar-demat account linking: FPIs grappling with Sebi diktat

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Sebi directs freezing of all demat accounts not linked to Aadhaar by December 31

Chhota Rajan's deportation process begins

Chhota Rajan's deportation process begins

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

The process for deportation of underworld don Chhota Rajan has begun even as India and Indonesia are to expedite the work on implementation of an extradition treaty.

'What is better than dying for Gangaji?'

'What is better than dying for Gangaji?'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2019

'Two have already sacrificed their lives.' 'How many more shall need to sacrifice before the government listens?' 'Four, five or six? They are ready, waiting.' After Ganga campaigner G D Agrawal's death, a Haridwar ashram's sadhus are on a relay fast unto death.

With entry into NSG on his mind, PM embarks on 5-nation tour

With entry into NSG on his mind, PM embarks on 5-nation tour

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

Modi on Saturday embarked on a five-nation visit to Afghanistan, Qatar, Switzerland, the US and Mexico focus of which will be to enhance India's engagement in areas of trade, energy and security, besides pushing for its membership of the Nuclear Suppliers Group.

India's Agni missiles broke UN limits, says Chinese media

India's Agni missiles broke UN limits, says Chinese media

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

Pakistan should also be accorded the same 'privilege', the Global Times said.

'Indian laws do not protect men'

'Indian laws do not protect men'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

'A false promise of marriage cannot be called rape.' 'The police register it as rape. But you are acquitted finally.' 'In the meantime the man's name is spoilt.'

How to pick the best engineering stream

How to pick the best engineering stream

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

In an online chat, career counsellor Amit Bansal shared crucial career advice with readers on how to pick the right stream and college to study engineering.

27 killed as Mali hostages crisis ends; 20 Indians rescued

27 killed as Mali hostages crisis ends; 20 Indians rescued

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

At least 27 people were reported dead on Friday after Malian commandos stormed the Radisson Blu Hotel in Mali's capital, Bamako with at least 170 people inside, many of them foreigners, that had been seized by Islamist gunmen.

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

India has been eyeing deeper energy ties with Iran and has already lined up $20 billion as investment in oil and gas as well as in petrochemical and fertiliser sectors there.

Transfers of civil servants reflect Modi's priorities

Transfers of civil servants reflect Modi's priorities

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The ministries and departments, where bureaucrats are parked after being moved out of key positions, reflect the priorities of the government.

5 arrested in Tanzanian woman attack case

5 arrested in Tanzanian woman attack case

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Rahul Gandhi has asked the Karnataka Government to explain the incident and send the report immediately.

India joins the world in expressing concern over North Korea's H-bomb test

India joins the world in expressing concern over North Korea's H-bomb test

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Meanwhile, the test drew strong criticism from North Korea's neighbours and the West which warned of a robust response to its "grave provocations".

Reason I haven't tried Yoga is because it looks difficult: Putin

Reason I haven't tried Yoga is because it looks difficult: Putin

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

Putin, 62, who holds an 8th dan black belt in Karate, said, "I do not know how to do yoga. When you people do it, it looks difficult. That is why I have not tried it."

Modi to visit Brussels on Tuesday

Modi to visit Brussels on Tuesday

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave for the Belgian capital as part of a three-nation tour during which he will attend the Nuclear Security Summit in Washington and visit.

Maldives parliament impeaches vice prez over plot to kill President

Maldives parliament impeaches vice prez over plot to kill President

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Maldivian Vice President Ahmed Adeeb was on Thursday impeached by the Parliament overwhelmingly over an alleged attempt to assassinate President Abdulla Yameen and faces terrorism charges as lawmakers approved state of emergency in the island that has sparked concerns globally.

Sebi bars DLF, top executives from markets for 3 years

Sebi bars DLF, top executives from markets for 3 years

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

In a 43-page order, SEBI said it will bar DLF and its chairman KP Singh along with five other company executives from accessing India's capital markets for three years.

India ratifies historic Paris climate deal at UN

India ratifies historic Paris climate deal at UN

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

India handed over signed documents to the head of UN treaty division at the opening of the special event to mark the International Day of Non-Violence.

'If you stop water to Pakistan, you will flood J&K'

'If you stop water to Pakistan, you will flood J&K'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

'In the last 55 years India and Pakistan have gone to wars, but nobody spoke about scrapping the Indus Waters Treaty.'

Sebi guidelines: God's homework is inadequate, say angels

Sebi guidelines: God's homework is inadequate, say angels

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

The investor community says the move by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to bring angel funds under the Alternative Investment Funds Regulations is a mix of good and negatives.

Modi's US tour: Which company pledged what

Modi's US tour: Which company pledged what

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

Apple Inc may have the best to offer in the near term.

DLF finds Rs 2,000 cr in assets 'frozen' by mutual funds

DLF finds Rs 2,000 cr in assets 'frozen' by mutual funds

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

DLF wrote to Sebi, asking if the firm's ban on securities transactions extends to mutual fund investments.

France's brush with ISIS has lessons for India

France's brush with ISIS has lessons for India

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Intolerance toward the minority communities or attempts to humiliate them or the refusal to go the extra league to build an inclusive society -- these are all evident today in our society, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Coal strike: Production loss mounts to Rs 300 crore

Coal strike: Production loss mounts to Rs 300 crore

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

Over 75 per cent of India's daily coal output has been hit as the five-day strike by workers of state-run miners entered the second day on Wednesday, raising fears of disruption in power supplies.

India, Lanka to find 'innovative' solution to fishermen issue

India, Lanka to find 'innovative' solution to fishermen issue

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

The two countries also signed memoranda of understanding in education and health sectors after visiting External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her Lankan counterpart Mangala Samaraweera co-chaired the 9th Indo-Lanka Joint Commission meeting in Colombo.

How the government is giving itself a green tint

How the government is giving itself a green tint

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Sebi might come out with a regulatory framework for issuance of 'green' bonds

Demonetisation debate: RS adjourned for the day as Opposition seeks PM's reply

Demonetisation debate: RS adjourned for the day as Opposition seeks PM's reply

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Opposition repeatedly sought a reply from the PM on the issue.

Has India washed its hands of the 39 hostages in Iraq?

Has India washed its hands of the 39 hostages in Iraq?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

The MEA insists that as far as the government is concerned the hostages are alive. But the families have grown tired of these assurances. They are clueless and so it seems is the government. Rashme Sehgal reports.