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Nissan to acquire 34% stake in Mitsubishi for over $2 billion

Nissan to acquire 34% stake in Mitsubishi for over $2 billion

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The alliance will extend an existing partnership between the two.

Nitish, Rahul may back Akhilesh in UP polls if he breaks away

Nitish, Rahul may back Akhilesh in UP polls if he breaks away

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

The Bihar CM and Rahul, through their emissaries, have been in touch to shape an alliance with the Akhilesh Yadav-led SP faction as its head.

Obama for higher share for India in IMF, other institutions

Obama for higher share for India in IMF, other institutions

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

US President Barack Obama on Sunday affirmed his commitment to enhancing India's 'voice and vote' in global financial institutions like IMF.

Aamchi Mumbai, the BEST way

Aamchi Mumbai, the BEST way

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Now, there's a new way to tour Mumbai.

'India to remain a bright spot of the global economy'

'India to remain a bright spot of the global economy'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

China is estimated to grow at 6.7 per cent in 2016.

How RBI rate cut will boost housing demand

How RBI rate cut will boost housing demand

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

The real estate industry today hailed the RBI's decision to cut key interest rate, saying the move will boost housing demand and also improve sentiments in the sluggish property market.

The afterglow from Trump's visit will remain

The afterglow from Trump's visit will remain

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Modi may take satisfaction from his display of considerable political skill in managing a mercurial, temperamental and unpredictable US president and nudging him into uncharacteristic restraint and even carefully orchestrated remarks. This personal chemistry will come in handy if Trump returns as president in the November elections, says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

How to pick the right life and health insurance policy

How to pick the right life and health insurance policy

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

It is important to look at factors like claim settlement ratios, persistency ratios, the extent of premium increase with age, insurer's reputation, etc, says Vaidyanathan Ramani.

How Indira Gandhi took Sonia in her fold

How Indira Gandhi took Sonia in her fold

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Small gestures from Indira gave Sonia the confidence that she could be a daughter-in-law in the distinguished family.

'Give people confidence to rebuild their lives'

'Give people confidence to rebuild their lives'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

'It may take two years for the economy to return to normal.' 'We should ensure that the vulnerable do not dig into their savings or give up their assets because that will set them back by several years.'

One year in jail: Is there hope for Subrata Roy?

One year in jail: Is there hope for Subrata Roy?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

The group needs to rustle up Rs 5,000 crore in cash and an equal amount in bank guarantees for bail.

How to buy a retirement home

How to buy a retirement home

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

Are retirement homes attractive options for the elderly? Experts feel it is a good option to be able to live an independent and activity-filled life. But don't buy it as an investment

India-China dynamic will decide BRICS' future

India-China dynamic will decide BRICS' future

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

Both nations have to find ways to be sensitive to each other's politico-strategic and economic concerns, say Dr Rahul Mishra and Sana Hashmi.

'India is between sleeping giant and rising competitor'

'India is between sleeping giant and rising competitor'

Rediff.com29 May 2018

New Zealand football coach Fritz Schmid, on Tuesday, dubbed India lying somewhere between 'a sleeping giant and a rising competitor'.

Economic growth in India firming up: OECD

Economic growth in India firming up: OECD

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

India's growth is "firming up" while most of the major economies, including China and the US, are seeing stable momentum.

Vande Bharat Mission: Naval ship, flights bring over 1,000 Indians home

Vande Bharat Mission: Naval ship, flights bring over 1,000 Indians home

Rediff.com10 May 2020

Kerala top the list of state-wise break-up of repatriation requests with 25,246, followed by 6,617 from Tamil Nadu and 4,341 from Maharashtra. A total of 3,715 people from Uttar Pradesh requested for evacuation, 3,320 from Rajasthan, 2,796 from Telangana and, 2,786 from Karnataka.

Will Asian growth rebound?

Will Asian growth rebound?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

The resilience of many emerging markets, notably China and India, in the aftermath of the Lehman shock further strengthened this sense of manifest destiny.

Applying for job in SBI? Check your credit history

Applying for job in SBI? Check your credit history

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

If you want to apply for a job at State Bank of India (SBI), any default on loans or credit card payment will render your ineligible.

More trouble awaits Adani's project in Australia

More trouble awaits Adani's project in Australia

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

A total of 11 international banks have publicly distanced themselves from the project.

Using drones for commercial purposes will soon be legal in India

Using drones for commercial purposes will soon be legal in India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Drones or unmanned aircraft are being used for several purposes such as mapping, survey and commercial photography, while e-commerce giant Amazon is looking to use them for deliveries to its consumers in the US.

Swede-bashing Austrians reach Euros for second time

Swede-bashing Austrians reach Euros for second time

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Martin Harnik scored twice as Austria qualified for the finals of the European Championship for the first time by thrashing Sweden 4-1 on Tuesday.

India to take up currency devaluation issue at G20

India to take up currency devaluation issue at G20

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

The meet will focus on the recent global economic developments, challenges and collective measures to address them

What will drive India's growth?

What will drive India's growth?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

India has a long way to go to catch up with Thailand let alone the US.

Is the era of commodity mega-projects over? Hmm...looks like

Is the era of commodity mega-projects over? Hmm...looks like

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Projects in other developed countries, such as Canada, and even in developing nations like Mozambique and Indonesia are also in limbo

Adani's Rs 65,000-cr solar power dream

Adani's Rs 65,000-cr solar power dream

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

This would be bigger than group co Adani Power's existing capacity.

Why Iran is upset with India

Why Iran is upset with India

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'Tehran,' Foreign Minister Zarif said, 'had expected the Modi government to be "more resilient" in the face of Washington's bullying,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Ahmedabad tops list of youngest realty buyers: Study

Ahmedabad tops list of youngest realty buyers: Study

Rediff.com19 May 2014

The index also highlighted price sensitivity among real estate buyers in Ahmedabad.

Making smart cities 'inclusive' in India

Making smart cities 'inclusive' in India

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

These smart cities should have the capacity to absorb, adapt and provide opportunities for both the poor rural migrants as well as the educated professionals, say Sujit K Pruseth & Sachi Satapathy.

'The real farmer doesn't go out to agitate'

'The real farmer doesn't go out to agitate'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'Most of the agitations are staged by the Opposition to disturb the peace of the state.'

Can Xi help resolve Trump-Kim dispute?

Can Xi help resolve Trump-Kim dispute?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Ahead of the G-20 summit in Osaka this week, Xi has reasserted China's role as a global player, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Modi's big-ticket Varanasi visit tomorrow will set the tone for UP polls

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

The party's performance in the assembly polls in the state -- which is the most populous and hence sends maximum number of MPs to the Lok Sabha -- will have a bearing on its future prospects on the national level.

Govt eases environment rules to push investments

Govt eases environment rules to push investments

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Rules for mining, roads, power and irrigation projects relaxed.

Modi-Xi will not sign agreements but build consensus to resolve issues: China

Modi-Xi will not sign agreements but build consensus to resolve issues: China

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

'At the informal summit, the two leaders will have heart-to-heart discussions on overarching issues and try to build mutual trust'

Trump to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move US embassy

Trump to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move US embassy

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

He will also order the state department to start the process of planning and building a new US embassy in Jerusalem, but White House officials said that process would take at least three years.

Sensex rallies 348 points to end at 1-week high; IIP, CPI eyed

Sensex rallies 348 points to end at 1-week high; IIP, CPI eyed

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Investors are keenly awaiting the announcement of the macroeconomic data-IIP and CPI due on Tuesday.

Tata companies band together for bigger piece of defence pie

Tata companies band together for bigger piece of defence pie

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

The nomination of cluster heads for defence, infrastructure and finance business is awaited.

Target Olympic Podium Scheme rolled out with Rio Games in sight

Target Olympic Podium Scheme rolled out with Rio Games in sight

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

The government has rolled out its ambitious TOP (Target Olympic Podium) Scheme, under which 2016 Olympics medal prospects will be funded for their specialised world class training and top-level competition, and offered ace discus thrower Seema Punia a budget of Rs 75 lakhs till the Rio Games next year.

G20 biz leaders demand bold reform agenda for global growth

G20 biz leaders demand bold reform agenda for global growth

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's views that improving the health of financial markets alone cannot fuel growth, G20 business leaders on Friday said vigorous efforts should be made to go beyond fiscal and monetary policy to kickstart world economy and create jobs.

Terrorism is now global and local

Terrorism is now global and local

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

A disparate global network of violent fundamentalist Islamic groups threatens India's eastern flank as much as the north and west with a real possibility of these spilling over into our borders, says Shyam Saran.

Modi's visit will boost India-China nuclear cooperation

Modi's visit will boost India-China nuclear cooperation

Rediff.com29 May 2015

There is enough scope for India and China to cooperate on nuclear energy issues despite the lingering issues which not only includes the Sino-Pakistan nexus, but also the Sino-India border dispute over the LAC, says Debalina Ghoshal.