News for 'Department of Financial Services'

Govt may infuse Rs 19k cr into PSU banks in FY16

Govt may infuse Rs 19k cr into PSU banks in FY16

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Banks will need more funds, as they have to provide more capital.

Govt readies sweeping reforms for PSBs

Govt readies sweeping reforms for PSBs

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

The governance reforms, as an official put it, would bring in measures to track the performance of the executive-rank employees of the banks, intensively.

UAE Prez Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed dies, India declares state mourning

UAE Prez Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed dies, India declares state mourning

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Since becoming the president of the UAE, Sheikh Khalifa has presided over a major restructuring of both the Federal Government and the government of Abu Dhabi.

ASK ANIL: 'Can I claim LTCG under new tax regime?'

ASK ANIL: 'Can I claim LTCG under new tax regime?'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

'Something historic is happening'

'Something historic is happening'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

'Through this one step, and more steps that follow, log judte jayenge (more people will come together); I'm sure of that.'

FIPB rejects BNP Paribas' Sharekhan acquisition

FIPB rejects BNP Paribas' Sharekhan acquisition

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

Reason for rejection hasn't been stated; deal among seven rejected transactions.

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Several factors have held India back. One is DoT policy somersaults and lack of clarity on whether to or not to ban Chinese gear makers.

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.

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Strengthening the portfolios of the home minister and the finance minister is a message that should not be missed, points out A K Bhattacharya.

SBI downplays 'debt mountain' of India Inc

SBI downplays 'debt mountain' of India Inc

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Say their aggregate borrowings were "well within the norms"

IBC process: Any buyers for these 137 firms facing liquidation?

IBC process: Any buyers for these 137 firms facing liquidation?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

With assets depreciating over time, it will lead to large haircuts for lenders and creditors, say experts

Army to sack officers, cadets who bribed their way into the force

Army to sack officers, cadets who bribed their way into the force

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

Taking a strong view against the recruitment scam in the induction of both officers and men, the Indian Army has decided that it would throw out individuals who have bribed their way into the force including those who have already become officers or are undergoing training at different academies.

Economy gaining traction with pick-up in manufacturing activity: RBI

Economy gaining traction with pick-up in manufacturing activity: RBI

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

The economy is gaining traction with gradual pick up in manufacturing activity and moderation in contraction of services, spurred by comfortable liquidity conditions, an RBI article on Tuesday said. Observing that the retreat of the second wave of coronavirus pandemic has been slow, the RBI in an article on the 'State of Economy' said, the aggregate demand conditions are buoyed by the release of pent-up demand post unlock, while the supply situation is improving with the monsoon catching up to its normal levels and sowing activity gaining pace. "Reaffirming the traction that the economy is gaining, the manufacturing activity is gradually turning around, while contraction in services has moderated.

PFRDA chief Yogesh Agarwal quits

PFRDA chief Yogesh Agarwal quits

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

Following his resignation, the Finance Ministry has appointed Joint Secretary Anup Wadhawan as Chairman of the PFRDA.

PM assures public sector banks of zero interference

PM assures public sector banks of zero interference

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

At the retreat, PSBs had suggested the government cut its stake in these entities to less than 51 per cent over a period of time and empower the boards of individual banks.

Why Isha Singh Wanted To Join The IPS

Why Isha Singh Wanted To Join The IPS

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

'Many enter the civil services with the desire to do good work but get beaten by the system, step back or become part of it.' 'Ten fantastic officers out of 100 can completely change the game.'

'Entire banking community backs Bank of Maharashtra'

'Entire banking community backs Bank of Maharashtra'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Bankers have decided to fight back against 'arbitrary arrests' and 'harassment' by probe agencies.

Brokers on the warpath against FT group, NSEL

Brokers on the warpath against FT group, NSEL

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Investor forum wants govt to take over exchange, raises doubts on claims of matching stocks; NSEL says default by brokers to be dealt with legally.

'GST, I-T mop up in Q1 indicates economic recovery'

'GST, I-T mop up in Q1 indicates economic recovery'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Income tax collection, by way of advance tax and TDS, in the April-June quarter was about 80 per cent of what was collected in the same period last year.

Low inflation leaves enough room for RBI to cut rates

Low inflation leaves enough room for RBI to cut rates

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Analysts expect the Reserve bank to cut rates in next monetary policy.

Pranab, Modi, Demonetisation

Pranab, Modi, Demonetisation

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

'Modi had not discussed demonetization with me prior to his announcement on 8 November 2016. 'I learnt of it along with the rest of the country. 'I was not surprised when he did not discuss the issue with me prior to making the public announcement. 'It fitted in with his style of making dramatic announcements.' A fascinating excerpt from Pranab Mukherjee's The Presidential Years: 2012-2017.

Banks, taxman eye Kingfisher House

Banks, taxman eye Kingfisher House

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

According to sources, both the departments have already laid their claim on the proceeds from the sale of the property

Who will bell the Ponzi schemes?

Who will bell the Ponzi schemes?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Even Delhi does not have a full-time registrar of chits.

AGR woes: No decision on relief to telcos at crucial meet

AGR woes: No decision on relief to telcos at crucial meet

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Telecom companies have been desperately waiting for a bailout package from the government after a Supreme Court order put their statutory liabilities at Rs 1.47 lakh crore.

Revealed: 6-point plan to revive TN economy

Revealed: 6-point plan to revive TN economy

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

The Palaniswami government is expected to utilise the Rangarajan Committee's recommendations before the 2021 assembly election.

Microsoft keen to get bigger pie in payments bank segment

Microsoft keen to get bigger pie in payments bank segment

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Last year, the software giant launched a cloud adoption programme for SMBs.

Don't undermine the strides made by Jan-Dhan

Don't undermine the strides made by Jan-Dhan

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The assessment of PMJDY should be done within the context of the programme.

Exports may dip 5.8%, imports by 11.3% in H2 of 2020-21: Survey

Exports may dip 5.8%, imports by 11.3% in H2 of 2020-21: Survey

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The country's exports are expected to contract by 5.8 per cent and imports by 11.3 per cent during the second half of the current financial year, though implementation of several measures by the government would help support exports going forward, according to the Economic Survey 2021. With gradual recovery of economic activities, the survey said that imports and exports have picked up. During the first half of 2020-21 (April-September), exports dipped by 21.31 per cent to $125.25 billion while imports declined by 40 per cent to $148.69 billion.

Link your PAN to Aadhar by December 31 or it may become inoperative

Link your PAN to Aadhar by December 31 or it may become inoperative

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

There are four simple ways to link PAN to Aadhaar; make the most of the deadline to avoid hassles later, explains Bindisha Sarang.

Is The Taliban Breaking Away From Pakistan?

Is The Taliban Breaking Away From Pakistan?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The Taliban's main challenge comes on the financial and economic front and there Pakistan doesn't have the capacity to be of any meaningful help, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Taxmen urged to boost collection 'without fear or favour'

Taxmen urged to boost collection 'without fear or favour'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

The apex body also wants to bring in systemic reforms, especially to redress grievances of the small taxpayers such as - increased automation of the processes, e-filing, centralised processing of the tax returns and other bulk operations.

Govt seeks India Inc's view on economic revival

Govt seeks India Inc's view on economic revival

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Officers across departments and ministries have been asked to speak to people across sectors for 'SWOT' analysis of issues for revival of the economy.

Coming soon: Jan-Dhan banking on non-internet phones

Coming soon: Jan-Dhan banking on non-internet phones

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Discussions are on in government about how to make the process simpler for the poor and more cost-effective for telecom operators, says Subhomoy Bhattacharjee.

DoT engages with banks to find solution for telecom sector

DoT engages with banks to find solution for telecom sector

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has initiated discussions with banks to address financial stress in the telecom sector, particularly Vodafone Idea Ltd (VIL) that urgently requires fund infusion to stay afloat. There was a meeting of DOT officials and senior bankers on Friday on the issue of Vodafone, sources said, adding that banks have been asked to look for a solution within the prudential guidelines. According to sources, senior officials from the country's biggest lenders State Bank of India and Bank of Baroda were also present among others in the meeting. More such meetings are expected to take place in the coming days, they said.

Not perturbed over withdrawal of Payments Bank licences: Rajan

Not perturbed over withdrawal of Payments Bank licences: Rajan

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Last August, RBI gave in-principle approval to 11 applicants.

MORE banking reforms coming soon!

MORE banking reforms coming soon!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

Some measures announced in Indradhanush -- a 7-point Modi plan to revamp State-owned banks but not completed -- may be taken up again.

In a first, PMO assigns work for junior ministers

In a first, PMO assigns work for junior ministers

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Breaking a long tradition, the PMO has ensured that specific divisions in each ministry are allocated to junior ministers.

Anxious FM seeks expert help to stem rupee fall

Anxious FM seeks expert help to stem rupee fall

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

The three hour long meeting was attended by Secretaries of departments of Revenue, Expenditure, Financial services and Disinvestment.

Air India's new owner can sack staff

Air India's new owner can sack staff

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The new owner may be allowed to dispose of assets accruing from the 10-26 per cent of the net assets of the company.

ASK HR GURU: My company doesn't give leave benefits

ASK HR GURU: My company doesn't give leave benefits

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.