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Chopper scam: Def min to question Haschke on politicians, bureaucrats

Chopper scam: Def min to question Haschke on politicians, bureaucrats

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

With references to politicians and bureaucrats coming up in the chopper scam trial in Italy, the Defence Ministry is expected to seek clarifications on the issue from alleged middleman Guido Haschke during the next hearing of the case there.

Caste versus faith: Which will win in Bihar?

Caste versus faith: Which will win in Bihar?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

'Modi and Shah know their politics. That is why the alarmed switch to reservations, and raising the threat from 'vote bank' politics,' says Shekhar Gupta.

Best time to be in India: PM tells biz leaders in Australia

Best time to be in India: PM tells biz leaders in Australia

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

This is the best time to be in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today as he wooed top Australian corporate honchos to invest in the country which is undergoing reforms to improve business environment.

Kalam made us believe the sky was never too high

Kalam made us believe the sky was never too high

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

'As a nation we came up short, but that did not deter Kalam. He made it his life mission to exhort the young to greatness.'

India feels the heat in WTO solar dispute with US

India feels the heat in WTO solar dispute with US

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

The WTO dispute panel had its last hearing in early May.

All 10 soldiers hit by Siachen avalanche confirmed dead

All 10 soldiers hit by Siachen avalanche confirmed dead

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

PM, Parrikar, Rahul condole loss of lives.

For God's sake, do your job: Prez to MPs

For God's sake, do your job: Prez to MPs

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Disruption is totally unacceptable in Parliamentary system, the President said.

'You are in a crisis. You need to do things quickly'

'You are in a crisis. You need to do things quickly'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'Unless we change and we see a change in the direction we are taking, times can only get worse.'

Kashmir flooded with woes: Landslides, no connectivity, communication hit

Kashmir flooded with woes: Landslides, no connectivity, communication hit

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

The death toll is Jammu and Kashmir mounts to nearly 200 and thousands still wait to be evacuated.

India needs technological and social innovations: Ramadorai

India needs technological and social innovations: Ramadorai

Rediff.com16 Aug 2014

India needs to unleash technological and social innovations that can usher in a new developmental model the world has not seen before, TCS Vice-Chairman S Ramadorai said.

Travel 2015: Start planning for February already!

Travel 2015: Start planning for February already!

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

In the second of a 12-part series, we list out all the places you should visit and all the festivals you should celebrate through the New Year!

India Inc disappointed over RBI holding rates

India Inc disappointed over RBI holding rates

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

RBI has cut the rates thrice so far in 2015 by 25 bps each.

Being awarded Bharat Ratna a complete surprise: Prof Rao

Being awarded Bharat Ratna a complete surprise: Prof Rao

Rediff.com16 Nov 2013

Renowned scientist Prof C N R Rao on Saturday said the Bharat Ratna had come to him as a "complete surprise" and he could not believe that he had been awarded the country's highest civilian honour.

E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

He addressed a seminar on India and Sweden in Stockholm.

#JobSearch: 'Hiring process in India is not transparent'

#JobSearch: 'Hiring process in India is not transparent'

Rediff.com29 May 2015

'After appearing for many interviews, we could infer that jobs in colleges and universities are for those who have a reference from some hot shot and not people with only a good academic background.'

Queues at ATMs will soon shift to poll booths and defeat BJP: Akhilesh

Queues at ATMs will soon shift to poll booths and defeat BJP: Akhilesh

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Our work in last five years and the problems people are facing due to demonetisation will lead us to victory, he said.

Major rejig at Airtel; CEO Vittal becomes more powerful

Major rejig at Airtel; CEO Vittal becomes more powerful

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Within a year of Gopal Vittal becoming the joint MD and CEO of Bharti Airtel's India operations, the company has elevated him as the MD and CEO for Bharti Airtel's operations in India and South Asia.

Ambani brothers shower praises on Modi, hail Digital India

Ambani brothers shower praises on Modi, hail Digital India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Ambani brothers on Wednesday showered lavish praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying, India has now got a decisive and visionary leader.

Let Gandhi enter your heart

Let Gandhi enter your heart

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

'Gandhi turned his life into a counter-intuitive experiment in old ideas like non-violence and swadeshi.' 'He offered numerous universal ideas that talk to the human condition.' 'His ability to take risks was outstanding,' says Sopan Joshi, explaining why the Mahatma's ideas are as relevant as ever.

Mayank's ton sets up a convincing win for India A

Mayank's ton sets up a convincing win for India A

Rediff.com9 Aug 2015

Opener Mayank Agarwal smashed a brilliant 130 in company of skipper Unmukt Chand, who complemented with a useful 90, as India A thrashed South Africa A by eight wickets to bag a bonus point in their second tri-series match in Chennai.

Skymet forecasts wet July but IMD sticks to 'dry'

Skymet forecasts wet July but IMD sticks to 'dry'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

The IMD on its part is sticking to its forecast of July rainfall.

Modi@Make In India: No time for incremental change. We want a quantum jump

Modi@Make In India: No time for incremental change. We want a quantum jump

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who envisioned Make In India last September was at his eloquent best as he made a fervent plea to global businesses to come Make In India.

Survey suggests '4-D model' for banking sector

Survey suggests '4-D model' for banking sector

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

The right sequence would be to gradually reduce SLR

Expert tips to crack the CFA exam

Expert tips to crack the CFA exam

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

In an online chat with readers, Vidhu Shekhar, Country Head - India, CFA Institute shared crucial advice to crack the competitive exam.

When a gora produced a Bollywood movie

When a gora produced a Bollywood movie

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

'The first time we actually got to meet a Bollywood star, it was Salman Khan.' 'We met him at his farm house.' 'For Pia, an actor is just an actor. There is no such thing as a star in her world, and that may or may not go down well with some people.'

Why PM Narendra Modi keeps mum

Why PM Narendra Modi keeps mum

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Modi's real problem is not his silence on Hindutva excesses growing in the country. He needs to transform India without the minute-by-minute tweets.

Parties flay govt over sliding rupee

Parties flay govt over sliding rupee

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

Political parties slammed the government in the Lok Sabha on Thursday over the sliding rupee, which has breached the Rs 68 to a US dollar mark, and demanded that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh make a statement on the issue.

Modi@Facebook: I tell leaders world leaders to get connected

Modi@Facebook: I tell leaders world leaders to get connected

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated that the 'Make in India' programme would be a success because of the three Ds namely demographic dividend, democracy and demand during the interactive session at the Facebook headquarters in California on Sunday.

Why this hullabaloo about Pokemon Go

Why this hullabaloo about Pokemon Go

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Here's how a simple game theory and a sense of nostalgia has led to the success of Pokemon Go across the globe.

India on verge of becoming world's most digitised economy: PM

India on verge of becoming world's most digitised economy: PM

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

"India has become the fastest growing major economy in the world. Despite the global slowdown, we have registered excellent growth. Today, India is a bright spot in the global economy. We are seen as the engine of global growth," he said.

Economists in India: Endangered species?

Economists in India: Endangered species?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The pipeline for well-qualified and experienced policy economists at senior levels of government has broken, leading to a growing dearth of suitable candidates for top economist positions.

Govt willing to walk extra mile accommodate oppn: Naidu

Govt willing to walk extra mile accommodate oppn: Naidu

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

"Sushma Swaraj is a great asset to the nation. There is a no allegation at all. Still they want her to resign," he said.

PIX: Mumbai's Jhanvi Rishad rev it up at Valley Run!

PIX: Mumbai's Jhanvi Rishad rev it up at Valley Run!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Among Indian cars Vizag-based Stephen Panchigalla clocked 13.366s in his Skoda Octavia in the same J Class, which was run jointly for both Foreign and Indian cars, to ended up as the 'Fastest Indian Car.' Of the day.

Porn ban in Kamasutra land: Will it work?

Porn ban in Kamasutra land: Will it work?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

If the government thinks that they will be able to control it, then they're either fooling themselves or have no clue about the power of viral media.

Modi, RBI must take key steps to rescue the economy

Modi, RBI must take key steps to rescue the economy

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

It's crucial for Modi to make India an easier place to do business.

In Bernanke's final act, Fed cuts stimulus despite market turmoil

In Bernanke's final act, Fed cuts stimulus despite market turmoil

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Some investors had speculated that the US central bank might put its plans on hold given the jitters overseas.

When retirement beckons

When retirement beckons

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Retirement blues can sometimes result in actions that are dysfunctional, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

The desi genetic engineer and his fine crop of mustard

The desi genetic engineer and his fine crop of mustard

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

GM is already in our food chain for years. The approval for indigenous GM mustard should put fake fear-mongering to rest, says Shekhar Gupta

How to get the perfect GMAT score

How to get the perfect GMAT score

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Consider each and every answer choice and eliminate the wrong ones.

Nina! The 'spy' with designs on India

Nina! The 'spy' with designs on India

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Annet Mahendru -- the half-Indian making waves in The Americans -- on her love for Bollywood, daal-chawal and being a Russian spy.