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RBI paints a bleak picture of India's economy

RBI paints a bleak picture of India's economy

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

RBI governor Das flags growth slowdown, deputy raises alarm on inflation

Angelo Mathews to miss Delhi's opening game against Chennai

Angelo Mathews to miss Delhi's opening game against Chennai

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Last year's wooden spooners Delhi Daredevils will have to go into a tough IPL-8 opening encounter against the formidable Chennai Super Kings on April 9 without the services of star all-rounder Angelo Mathews.

Taiwanese handset firm eyes India

Taiwanese handset firm eyes India

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

Close on the heels of Finnish mobile handset maker Nokia announcing its manufacturing plans for India, a Taiwanese rival is in talks with the government to set up shop in the country.

FDI inflows set to cross $5 bn

FDI inflows set to cross $5 bn

Rediff.com15 Sep 2005

The country has received investments worth $1.6 billion in the first four months of the current fiscal.

Captaincy can bring the best out of me: Gambhir

Captaincy can bring the best out of me: Gambhir

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Gautam Gambhir has had a few run-ins with Delhi's cricket establishment in the last two years but back in the state as captain of Indian Premier League team Delhi Daredevils, the batsman is hoping that playing in a 'peaceful environment' will bring the best out of him.

How to avoid 'death by sugar' this Diwali

How to avoid 'death by sugar' this Diwali

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Ditch sweets that are high on calories and opt for baked options instead.

Miss India 2017: Meet the hopefuls

Miss India 2017: Meet the hopefuls

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

We're back... Round Two of the line up of Miss India 2017 contestants.

India refuses to join declaration against Myanmar over Rohingya issue

India refuses to join declaration against Myanmar over Rohingya issue

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

An Indian parliamentary delegation, led by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan, dissociated itself from the 'Bali Declaration'.

Using contraception can spice up your sex life

Using contraception can spice up your sex life

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

A new study has linked the use of contraception to improving your sex life.

The Karan Johar show!

The Karan Johar show!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2003

PIX: Karishma, Mouni, Anita wish Ekta!

PIX: Karishma, Mouni, Anita wish Ekta!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The television czarina celebrates her 43rd birthday.

American warships dock at Kochi

American warships dock at Kochi

Rediff.com19 Jun 2003

BSES backs Reliance offer

BSES backs Reliance offer

Rediff.com24 Dec 2002

4-star or 5-star? Status of CDS remains unclear

4-star or 5-star? Status of CDS remains unclear

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Given Prime Minister Modi's emphasis on "sharp(ening) coordination" rather than "joint command", analysts are guessing that a four-star permanent chairman of the chiefs of staff committee is likely, with the title of CDS, if not the functions and five-star rank, reports Ajai Shukla. Ajai Shukla reports.

Confessions of a 'Khan Market gang' member

Confessions of a 'Khan Market gang' member

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

'If Khan Market today -- a neon-drenched spectacle of blingy shops and pricey eateries -- is what it is, it's not due to the dramatic shift in political dispensations, but because free-market India is another country,' notes Sunil Sethi.

Vijender calls on the country to pray for Rio-bound athletes

Vijender calls on the country to pray for Rio-bound athletes

Rediff.com23 Jul 2016

Worried about the administrative logjam in Indian boxing, recently-crowned WBO Asia Pacific champion Vijender Singh pleaded with the officials to put together a new federation at the earliest for the sake of country's pugilists.

Will Modi go the Indira way?

Will Modi go the Indira way?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

'Sounds familiar? Barring inflation, much else looks, sounds, and feels more than a bit like 1974.' 'A phenomenally popular leader, with a party of unquestioning followers, a broken Opposition, a nationalist high and an economy in free fall, crippling joblessness,' recalls Shekhar Gupta.

Life lessons from Mandira Bedi

Life lessons from Mandira Bedi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

'Whether it's a morning walk, an evening swim or an afternoon workout in the gym, just get moving.'

All well between RBI and FinMin?

All well between RBI and FinMin?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Relations between the Mint Road and North Block have often been frosty, with the former's calls for lowering rates being the biggest point of difference

9 best foods to eat when stressed

9 best foods to eat when stressed

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Yes! Chocolate is one of them.

'He fought and fought until the last moment'

'He fought and fought until the last moment'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Bollywood pays homage to one of India's finest actors.

Army Chief Dalbir Singh reviews security situation in Kashmir

Army Chief Dalbir Singh reviews security situation in Kashmir

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

The army chief also complimented the troops on ground for showing maximum restraint even in the face of grave provocation.

Is there a possibility of next rate cut?

Is there a possibility of next rate cut?

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Probably in August. We can argue whether RBI is dovishly neutral or neutrally dovish but the telltale signs of at least one more rate cut are strewn all over the policy statement, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why are our passports so shabby?

Why are our passports so shabby?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

'Why can't a country that builds and manages airports of acknowledged excellence at home and abroad produce passports of durable quality for its citizens?' asks Sunil Sethi.

'Feeling much better now,' says Dilip Kumar

'Feeling much better now,' says Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Top social media posts from your favourite celebrities.

RBI unlikely to grant India Inc's wish for lower rates

RBI unlikely to grant India Inc's wish for lower rates

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Pressure has been mounting on the Reserve Bank of India to cut interest rates in the wake of declining retail inflation and the need to fuel growth momentum. However, the RBI will have to do a tightrope walk as globally interest rates are inching upwards.

The real Cannes star: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

The real Cannes star: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Rediff.com25 May 2017

While the media has been going into overdrive over red carpet appearances at Cannes, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been quietly building a legacy.

'I just keep staring at Manisha Koirala'

'I just keep staring at Manisha Koirala'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

Know what Judi Dench said when Ali Fazal sent her mangoes?

#MeToo: Men! Listen with humility

#MeToo: Men! Listen with humility

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

'In this moment, many women are incandescent with anger at the injustice of it all, and are done with being patient. They want to breathe.' 'They've decided to set fire to this toxic oxygen, and to make it as uncomfortable for men as it is for women,' says Mitali Saran.

IPL 2018: Dhoni reunites with CSK; Kohli, Rohit retained

IPL 2018: Dhoni reunites with CSK; Kohli, Rohit retained

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

India skipper Virat Kohli and his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni are among the top players who are retained by their respective Indian Premier League franchises, Royal Challengers Bangalore and comeback outfit Chennai Super Kings respectively.

Learn this ONE trick to become a good team leader, manager or CEO

Learn this ONE trick to become a good team leader, manager or CEO

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

An expert reveals the secret.

FinMin finds RBI a tough nut to crack

FinMin finds RBI a tough nut to crack

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

North Block and Mint Road seem likely to now stick to the earlier convention of the RBI governor coming to Delhi and being the only MPC member meeting the finance minister and senior bureaucrats on pre-policy meetings

Imran Khan weds TV anchor in a simple ceremony

Imran Khan weds TV anchor in a simple ceremony

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Pakistan's flamboyant cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan on Thursday tied the knot with former BBC weather girl Reham Khan in a low-key ceremony in Islamabad, ending days of speculation about his marriage.

India inks Rs 5,000 crore howitzer deal with US

India inks Rs 5,000 crore howitzer deal with US

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

This is the first deal for artillery guns since the Bofors scandal in 1980s.

Is IPL no longer the world's top T-20 contest?

Is IPL no longer the world's top T-20 contest?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

The IPL, all of a sudden, may have some catching up to do with the Big Bash.

What's different about Urjit Patel's first monetary policy

What's different about Urjit Patel's first monetary policy

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

This time the all-powerful interest-rate setting panel, whose constitution was notified by the government on Thursday, will take call on interest rate. But that's not the only change. The Reserve Bank of India has also decided to change the timing of announcement of its policy review, due next Tuesday, to mid-afternoon.

Don't miss! Bollyfolk and their beautiful moms

Don't miss! Bollyfolk and their beautiful moms

Rediff.com13 May 2019

Bollystars post their mums's pix: A Mother's Day special.

Daredevils Zaheer, Yuvraj eye IPL 8 for India comeback

Daredevils Zaheer, Yuvraj eye IPL 8 for India comeback

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

Out of favour because of poor form and injury, Zaheer Khan and Yuvraj Singh are hoping for a good showing with Delhi Daredevils this IPL season to return to the Indian team.

Yuvraj, Ishant, Steyn off-loaded by IPL franchises

Yuvraj, Ishant, Steyn off-loaded by IPL franchises

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Sunrisers Hyderabad surprised quite a few by opting to release the fast bowling duo of Ishant Sharma and Dale Steyn, while they also let go of England discard Kevin Pietersen.