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Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Coming Wednesday, Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2023 Union Budget - the last full Budget ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While India exited 2022 as a relatively bright spot in the global economy, the FM will endeavour to present a Budget that insulates India's economy against global headwinds and recession in advanced economies, while sticking to the path of fiscal consolidation. In this, she is being helped by her core team of trusted advisors.

'Why hasn't Amritpal Singh been arrested?'

'Why hasn't Amritpal Singh been arrested?'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

'This incident is likely to embolden the radicals as also the sleeper cells of terrorists and their masters hiding abroad, including Pakistan.'

Kuttey Review: Who Let The Dogs Out?

Kuttey Review: Who Let The Dogs Out?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Kuttey's muddled momentum cannot cover up the trail of loopholes it leaves behind, observes Sukanya Verma.

Gandhi family, Manmohan in Kharge's new 47-member steering committee

Gandhi family, Manmohan in Kharge's new 47-member steering committee

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

The interim panel headed by him would take the place of the Congress Working Committee, the apex decision-making body, till a new CWC is formed after Kharge's election is ratified at the party plenary.

Turning Point: Abhishek Sharma's dismissal

Turning Point: Abhishek Sharma's dismissal

Rediff.com15 May 2022

Abhishek Sharma had gone about scoring runs meticulously and the game turned following his dismissal.

Rahul was asked to request me to withdraw from Cong prez poll: Tharoor

Rahul was asked to request me to withdraw from Cong prez poll: Tharoor

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

'I assured them I will not back away. I will not betray those who have supported me till now. Their confidence in me is what gives me the strength to move forward'

Electric vehicles steal the limelight of first day of Auto Expo 2023

Electric vehicles steal the limelight of first day of Auto Expo 2023

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

India's flagship motor show Auto Expo 2023 kicked off on Wednesday with the global unveiling of Suzuki Motor Corporation's concept electric SUV 'eVX' which is slated to hit the market by 2025. The company's Indian arm Maruti Suzuki India is among the major manufacturers participating in the show that has returned after three years. The Concept eVX is a mid-size electric SUV concept designed and developed by Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), Japan. It will be powered by a 60 kWh battery pack offering up to 550 km of driving range on single charge.

'India's young offer growth potential for auto sector'

'India's young offer growth potential for auto sector'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

'The semiconductor supply is constantly improving, with visible green-shoots in the situation as compared to earlier part of last year'

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

'Investors are not coming to do charity'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

'Investment is continuously coming.'

Indian Techies Write Code For Driverless Cars!

Indian Techies Write Code For Driverless Cars!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Engineers based in India are estimated to be writing roughly 35 per cent of the 100 million lines of codes required to develop one fully driverless car for global vehicle makers.

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Besides vice president N A Harris, treasurer Ajay Kipa, all other newly elected executive committee members, and the six eminent footballers co-opted in the committee, except Bhutia, were present in the meeting.

Hope I was able to inspire next generation of girls: Jhulan

Hope I was able to inspire next generation of girls: Jhulan

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

Legendary pacer Jhulan Goswami hopes she has been successful in inspiring the next generation of players in India and the world to take up cricket.

IAF releases details of recruitment plan under Agnipath scheme

IAF releases details of recruitment plan under Agnipath scheme

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Agniveers once enrolled into the Indian Air Force, will be governed under the Air Force Act 1950, for a period of four years.

Adani-Holcim deal: Open offers for Ambuja Cements and ACC from July 6

Adani-Holcim deal: Open offers for Ambuja Cements and ACC from July 6

Rediff.com24 May 2022

The open offers for the shareholders of Ambuja Cements and ACC will begin from July 6 and close on July 19, as per a tentative schedule published by the Adani family today. With an investment of $4 billion (Rs 31,139 crore), together these two open offers might constitute the biggest open offer in corporate Indian history. The mandatory open offer for the companies was made by a Mauritius based company owned by the Adani family after they acquired a 63 per cent stake in Ambuja and 4.5 per cent in ACC from Swiss cement major, Holcim for $6.5 billion. Ambuja owns a 50 per cent stake in ACC.

I will campaign for Cong wherever needed: Anand Sharma

I will campaign for Cong wherever needed: Anand Sharma

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

The former Union minister and Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma on Wednesday said that the party needs revival and which is possible with collective efforts.

Shaktikanta Das' recipe for sustainable growth

Shaktikanta Das' recipe for sustainable growth

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday pitched for higher investment in infrastructure and reforms in labour and product markets to achieve sustainable growth post-pandemic. Addressing AIMA National Management Convention, Das underlined the need for increased investment in healthcare education, digital and physical infrastructure to ensure sustainable growth and generate employment opportunities.

India has again emerged as world's fastest-growing economy: President Kovind

India has again emerged as world's fastest-growing economy: President Kovind

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday said that India has once again established itself as the world's fastest-growing economy. "Due to consistent endeavours, India has again emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. "GST collection has consistently remained above Rs 1 lakh crore during the last several months," President Kocind said while addressing both Houses of the Parliament at Central Hall ahead of the Budget Session. In the first seven months of the current financial year, the inflow of 48 billion dollars, the President said is a "testimony to the belief the global investor community has in India's growth story."

Why Modi-Shah Are Betting On Bhupendrabhai

Why Modi-Shah Are Betting On Bhupendrabhai

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Bhupendra Patel can never really break free of intervention from New Delhi. But if he can win over the Gujaratis and improve the BJP's tally substantially, he will have proved that he should be taken seriously.

Delhi riots: HC rejects Imam's plea seeking stay on trial court proceedings

Delhi riots: HC rejects Imam's plea seeking stay on trial court proceedings

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

A Delhi high court bench headed by Justice Mukta Gupta disposed of Imam's appeal for stay and requested the lower court to conclude on a "short date" the examination of the witnesses on which there is no dispute between the parties.

Cryptos are clear danger, says RBI Governor Das

Cryptos are clear danger, says RBI Governor Das

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Thursday described cryptocurrencies as "clear danger" and said that anything that derives value based on make believe, without any underlying, is just speculation under a sophisticated name. The government is in the process of finalising a consultation paper on cryptocurrencies after gathering inputs from various stakeholders and institutions. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been flagging concerns about cryptocurrencies, which are seen as a highly speculative asset.

Unconstitutional and anti-minority: Muslim Law Board on Uniform Civil Code

Unconstitutional and anti-minority: Muslim Law Board on Uniform Civil Code

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

The AIMPLB appealed to the Centre to not undertake the Uniform Civil Code.

What's the govt policy to deter China, asks Sonia

What's the govt policy to deter China, asks Sonia

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Addressing party MPs at the general body meeting of the Congress Parliamentary Party in the central hall of Parliament, she said when facing a significant national challenge, it has been the tradition in our country to bring Parliament into confidence.

'Not acceptable': SC takes Centre to task for sitting on collegium names for judges

'Not acceptable': SC takes Centre to task for sitting on collegium names for judges

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

The bench issued notice to the incumbent Secretary (Justice) of the Union Law Ministry seeking response on a plea alleging "wilful disobedience" of time frame laid down to facilitate timely appointment in the apex court's April 20 last year order .

Hisashi Takeuchi is new MD and CEO of Maruti Suzuki

Hisashi Takeuchi is new MD and CEO of Maruti Suzuki

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Thursday said it has appointed Hisashi Takeuchi as the new managing director and CEO with effect from April 1, 2022. The company's board in its meeting held on Thursday, appointed Takeuchi as the managing director and CEO from April 1, consequent to the completion of the term of Kenichi Ayukawa on March 31, 2022, MSI said in a statement. In order to facilitate a smooth transition, Ayukawa will continue as a whole-time Director designated as Executive Vice Chairman till September 30, 2022, and will continue to provide guidance to the auto major, it added.

TN girl's death: Collector, SP shifted; govt assures support to family

TN girl's death: Collector, SP shifted; govt assures support to family

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

State School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi said he and Public Works Department Minister EV Velu consoled the parents of the girl whose body was found in the school hostel on July 13.

Russia defaults on LNG supplies to India

Russia defaults on LNG supplies to India

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Russia has defaulted on the supply of at least 5 cargoes or shiploads of LNG to India after its retaliatory sanctions hit one of the companies that supply gas to India, sources said. India's largest gas firm GAIL has a long-term deal to import 2.85 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per annum from a Singapore-based unit of Russian gas producer Gazprom. The company has since June defaulted on the supply of 5 cargoes of LNG under that contract citing difficulty in sourcing gas due to sanctions, two sources briefed on the matter said.

ONDC adds 15 more cities, onboards Snapdeal for pan-Indian access

ONDC adds 15 more cities, onboards Snapdeal for pan-Indian access

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) has expanded its pilot to 15 more cities. This comes at a time when it plans to begin operations next month. Snapdeal has also signed the onboarding agreement with the network and will debut on it next month. On Monday, ONDC expanded to Noida, Faridabad, Lucknow, Bijnor, Bhopal, Chhindwara, Kolkata, Pune, Chennai, Kannur, Thrissur, Udipi, Kanchipura, Pollachi, Mannar and Ramnathpuram.

Not possible to lay down rigid time frame on UCC: Govt

Not possible to lay down rigid time frame on UCC: Govt

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

In a written response to a question on whether the government has any plan to implement uniform civil code in the country "any time soon", Law Minister Kiren Rijiju said Article 44 of the Constitution provides that the state shall endeavour to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India.

I have always wanted to lead from the front: Hardik

I have always wanted to lead from the front: Hardik

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Courtesy of his brilliant leadership in IPL 2022, India has got another genuine white-ball captaincy option in Hardik Pandya.

NCB, Navy seize drugs worth Rs 2,000 crore off Gujarat coast

NCB, Navy seize drugs worth Rs 2,000 crore off Gujarat coast

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

'In a joint operation carefully planned by the NCB and the Indian Navy in the high seas, NCB officials have successfully seized around 529 kg of very high quality of hashish, 234 kg of finest quality of crystal methamphetamine and some quantity of heroin,' the anti-drug agency said in a release.

Domino's, Honda join other MNCs, apologise over Kashmir posts

Domino's, Honda join other MNCs, apologise over Kashmir posts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

These companies join the likes of other global firms Hyundai, Suzuki, Toyota, KFC, and Pizza Hut which have also apologised for social media posts by their business associates in Pakistan supporting Kashmir Solidarity Day following backlash in India and call for boycott of their products.

Reliance to enter FMCG business this year

Reliance to enter FMCG business this year

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The country's largest retailer Reliance Industries on Monday announced that it will enter the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) business this year as part of its expansion plan. Addressing the 45th AGM of Reliance Industries on Monday, Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) Director Isha Ambani said: "This year, we will launch our FMCG goods business". The objective of this business will be to develop and deliver products and solve every Indian's daily needs, with high-quality products at affordable pricing, she said while addressing Reliance Industries' annual general meeting.

India working with S Africa, Namibia for translocating more cheetahs

India working with S Africa, Namibia for translocating more cheetahs

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

When asked if the African cheetahs will adapt easily to the Indian habitat, she said that the species are adaptable and India has a history of their presence.

INSPIRING! 55 Year Old Takes NEET

INSPIRING! 55 Year Old Takes NEET

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

'My memory is as fresh as it was when I was a student in 1984.' 'I had absolutely no problem while preparing for NEET.'

Will chief election commissioner act against PM if there are allegations, SC asks

Will chief election commissioner act against PM if there are allegations, SC asks

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Underlining the importance of having a chief election commissioner who is "independent and a man of character", the Supreme Court on Wednesday wondered will it not be a case of "complete breakdown of system" if the CEC does not act against the prime minister in case there are allegations against him.

After power shortage Delhi stares at water crisis, sends SOS to Haryana

After power shortage Delhi stares at water crisis, sends SOS to Haryana

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Delhi is staring at a water crisis amid the rising heat, with the water levels at the Wazirabad pond depleting alarmingly due to less flow in the Yamuna, officials said.

China backs Jaishankar's remarks on Asian Century

China backs Jaishankar's remarks on Asian Century

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

China on Friday concurred with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's observation that an Asian Century cannot happen if India and China don't join hands and emphasised that the two neighbouring countries have 'far more common interests than differences'.

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

India has so many relationships, such an ability to communicate and find touch points with different countries and regions.

Hemant Soren wins trust vote amid walkout by BJP MLAs

Hemant Soren wins trust vote amid walkout by BJP MLAs

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Soren also claimed that his Assam counterpart Himanta Biswa Sarma indulged in "purchase" of Jharkhand MLAs.

IISc to build 800-bed hospital with its single largest private donation

IISc to build 800-bed hospital with its single largest private donation

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

The academic centrepiece of this initiative will be an integrated dual degree MD-PhD programme aimed at creating a new breed of physician-scientists, who will pursue careers in clinical research to develop new treatments and healthcare solutions, driven by a bench-to-bedside philosophy, a statement said.