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India's growth trajectory secure: FinMin's monthly economic review

India's growth trajectory secure: FinMin's monthly economic review

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Improved monsoon, solid fiscal performance, and capex push by the public and private sectors augurs well for India's macroeconomic stability and growth, the finance ministry's monthly economic review for June 2023 said. But the report said that while India's domestic fundamentals remain strong, negative cross-border spillovers and adverse global developments could act as a deterrent in achieving the high growth path this financial year. "An improved matching of aggregate supply and aggregate demand in the Indian economy underpins the progress made in the control of domestic inflation and the consequent strengthening of macroeconomic stability," the review said.

In 50 days, Modi govt gave green nod to 5 projects

In 50 days, Modi govt gave green nod to 5 projects

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance government has given environment clearance to five projects since it took charge on May 26.

2nd jolt to Yogi in 2 days, another OBC leader quits ministry

2nd jolt to Yogi in 2 days, another OBC leader quits ministry

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

A day after OBC leader Swami Prasad Maurya resigned from the Uttar Pradesh cabinet citing apathy towards the backward classes, Dara Singh Chauhan too resigned as minister in the Yogi Adityanath government.

No-go mining areas: Plan panel offers alternative

No-go mining areas: Plan panel offers alternative

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Favours stricter impact mitigation rules, monitoring.

Hotter summer likely in 2023, parts of India to see above normal temperature

Hotter summer likely in 2023, parts of India to see above normal temperature

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

At the review meeting, chaired by cabinet secretary Rajiv Gauba in New Delhi, the IMD said above normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of northeast, east and central India and some parts of northwest India.

No politics in govt stand on Vedanta, hopes Naveen

No politics in govt stand on Vedanta, hopes Naveen

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

An unhappy Patnaik also said that Ramesh, the Environment Minister, had given no indication of Tuesday's decision not to give clearance to the group's proposed $1.7 billion bauxite mining project in the state when he met him in Delhi on Tuesday.

We're worried: Parents of Indian students studying in Canada

We're worried: Parents of Indian students studying in Canada

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

'My two daughters are in Canada and I am tensed. They have gone there to study. Governments of both countries should find a solution'

Delhi air quality still severe; relief likely before Diwali

Delhi air quality still severe; relief likely before Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 420 at 8 am on Thursday, compared to 426 at 4 pm on Wednesday. The AQI map prepared by the Central Pollution Control Board showed clusters of red dots (indicating hazardous air quality) spread across the Indo-Gangetic plains.

Meet India's minister for non-clearances

Meet India's minister for non-clearances

Rediff.com17 Aug 2010

In the last 10 days, at least two high-profile companies joined the long list of those whose mega projects have come under the ministry's scanner.

Coal issues: Ramesh calls on Jaiswal

Coal issues: Ramesh calls on Jaiswal

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

This follows an hour-long meeting Jaiswal had with Environment and Forest Minister Jairam Ramesh for resolving major issues hurting coal production.

India asks Canada to downsize diplomatic presence, says there should be parity

India asks Canada to downsize diplomatic presence, says there should be parity

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

In light of the current environment where tensions have heightened, we are taking action to ensure the safety of our diplomats. With some diplomats having received threats on various social media platforms, Global Affairs Canada is assessing its staff complement in India, the high commission said.

'Home ministry is making malicious allegations to smear Greenpeace'

'Home ministry is making malicious allegations to smear Greenpeace'

Rediff.com30 May 2015

'The home ministry has made a serious allegation to the media without providing a scrap of evidence to back it up. We think this shows how worried the ministry has become.'

Will the Navi Mumbai airport ever take off?

Will the Navi Mumbai airport ever take off?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2010

This is the question that comes again and again in the mind of every Mumbaiker regarding the Navi Mumbai airport. Though the proposal has been going back and forth to the Union Environment Ministry many-a-times, the ministry is yet to give a green signal to the project citing environmental concerns.

Jindal, Lavasa projects get nod; Vedanta cries foul

Jindal, Lavasa projects get nod; Vedanta cries foul

Rediff.com27 Jan 2012

Seeks talks after court battle lost.

We had all clearances, says scam-hit Adarsh

We had all clearances, says scam-hit Adarsh

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

Contesting Environment Ministry's show-cause notice, Mumbai's scam-hit Adarsh Housing Society on Monday demanded an immediate end to proceedings against it, insisting that it had got all the required clearances and the contention otherwise was "misplaced and incorrect".

Sitharaman, Goyal biggest gainers in Cabinet reshuffle

Sitharaman, Goyal biggest gainers in Cabinet reshuffle

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

Sitharaman, who was holding the Commerce portfolio (Independent charge), was on Sunday promoted to the Cabinet rank as was Goyal.

India, Germany ink deals worth euro 900 mn

India, Germany ink deals worth euro 900 mn

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

The pacts were signed by Finance Minister P Chidambaram and German Development Minister Gerd Mller.

India's Chip Dreams Won't Happen Unless...

India's Chip Dreams Won't Happen Unless...

Rediff.com15 May 2023

OSAT majors have concerns about India's ability to provide a stable, predictable, and lasting policy environment for years to come, which is key for making a decision in a capital-intensive business.

8 Asiatic lions in Hyderabad zoo test Covid positive

8 Asiatic lions in Hyderabad zoo test Covid positive

Rediff.com4 May 2021

8 Asiatic lions in the zoo in have tested positive for COVID-19 after their saliva samples were thoroughly examined by CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology in Hyderabad, Rakesh Mishra, advisor of the premier research institute said.

Green panel defers decision on Posco

Green panel defers decision on Posco

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Sources told PTI that the Environment Ministry's Expert Appraisal Committee of Coastal Regulation Zone at a meeting asked Posco to give additional information on the captive port near its proposed 12 million tonnes per annum plant in Jagathsinghpur in Orissa that is also awaiting green nod.

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

With Delhi recording air pollution levels seven to eight times above safe standards on Monday, the city government announced the return of its flagship odd-even scheme after four years anticipating further deterioration of air quality post-Diwali.

Artificial rain not a sustainable solution to pollution crisis: Experts

Artificial rain not a sustainable solution to pollution crisis: Experts

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The sustainable impact of this process is under scrutiny, Tripathi added.

PM pulls up Ramesh for criticism of home ministry

PM pulls up Ramesh for criticism of home ministry

Rediff.com10 May 2010

Singh spoke to Ramesh and emphatically told him that there was 'no confusion' in the government over its approach towards China with which it wanted to have 'constructive engagement'.

Can India, China Embrace Each Other On Economic Front?

Can India, China Embrace Each Other On Economic Front?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

An improvement in political relations, anchored in a restoration of peace and tranquillity at the border, could open up opportunities for expanded economic and commercial relations between them, suggests former foreign secretary Ambassador Shyam Saran.

Modi accuses Shinde of 'playing communal politics'

Modi accuses Shinde of 'playing communal politics'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

Accusing the Congress of playing vote bank politics, Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Sunday attacked Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde over his proposal to state governments to review terror cases against members of the minority community.

Is Defence Budget Enough To Counter China, Pakistan?

Is Defence Budget Enough To Counter China, Pakistan?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

To threaten China and Pakistan, and then to sharply cut back on military funding, bespeaks a remarkable trust in Beijing and Islamabad that is not borne out by anything they say or do, notes Ajai Shukla.

India may resume issuance of visas to Canadians if...: Jaishankar

India may resume issuance of visas to Canadians if...: Jaishankar

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The external affairs minister also said that India is likely to resume issuance of visas to Canadians if it sees progress in the safety of Indian diplomats in Canada.

Vedanta in a patch-up mode with ministry

Vedanta in a patch-up mode with ministry

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

Withdraws petition from green tribunal, makes fresh plea for Lanjigarh project.

'Assam Rifles is probably the best fighting force in the country'

'Assam Rifles is probably the best fighting force in the country'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'Assam Rifles have prevented a large number of genocides and killings.'

Air India subsidiaries to ban single-use plastic from Oct 2

Air India subsidiaries to ban single-use plastic from Oct 2

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

In the second phase, the single-use plastic will be banned in all Air India flights.

Mundra Port pulled up for CRZ violation

Mundra Port pulled up for CRZ violation

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

The Environment Ministry on Thursday issued a show cause notice to Mundra Port & SEZ Limited, a private port and special economic zone being developed on the west coast of the country, for alleged violation of the provisions of the Coastal Regulation Zone Notification.

Oil licences to skirt green belts

Oil licences to skirt green belts

Rediff.com7 Sep 2004

India is set to offer oil blocks for exploration by the end of the year following a clearance in principle from the ministry of environment and forests for award of blocks under the fifth round of the New Exploration Licensing Policy.

HC stays direction to stop Lavasa's construction

HC stays direction to stop Lavasa's construction

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

The MoEF will have to pass the order on this issue by December 16.

Xi, Sharif to attend virtual SCO meet hosted by India

Xi, Sharif to attend virtual SCO meet hosted by India

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Xi Jinping and PM Shehbaz Sharif will attend via video conference, the 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads meeting of the SCO on July 4.

Cabinet secretary Gauba to head panel monitoring civil servants' training

Cabinet secretary Gauba to head panel monitoring civil servants' training

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba will head a top panel, including a senior official from the Prime Minister's Office and seven secretaries, to monitor the implementation of the Centre's ambitious Mission Karmayogi programme for training of government employees, officials said on Monday.

Now, Coal Minister set to target no-mining zones

Now, Coal Minister set to target no-mining zones

Rediff.com28 Oct 2010

Coal Minister Sriprakash Jaiswal on Thursday said mining should be allowed in 90 per cent of the areas classified as no-mining zones by the Environment Ministry and a proposal will be tabled before Cabinet soon, after ascertaining the views of different ministries.

Javadekar's hard work pays off, elevated to Cabinet rank

Javadekar's hard work pays off, elevated to Cabinet rank

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

It has been a turnaround for Javadekar, who was earlier stripped of the charge of two key departments of Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs as a minister of state.

India-US statement on cross-border terror riles Pakistan

India-US statement on cross-border terror riles Pakistan

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Pakistan has formally lodged a protest with the US over its joint statement with India against the country's involvement in cross-border terrorism.

India offers policy stability, transparency: Sitharaman

India offers policy stability, transparency: Sitharaman

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

India offers policy stability, transparency and consultative process of governance to incubate investment, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday as she invited investments in prospecting energy resources in the country. Stressing that there is a need for investments in coal, she said, "We need greater investments also to help in gasification of coal. I invite all of you to energetically participate in the (sixth round of commercial mines) auction processes which have been launched today and keep your options also further extended for greater extraction of minerals in India." During this 'Amrit Kaal', India needs all the basic minerals as the country is in the process of rapid growth, she added.

Reexamining translocation of Asiatic lions from Gir to Kuno, Centre tells SC

Reexamining translocation of Asiatic lions from Gir to Kuno, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

A bench of Justices BR Gavai and Vikram Nath was told by the Centre in its application moved by additional solicitor general Aishwarya Bhati that a status report in this regard will be filed before the court within six months on the basis of the advice of the experts on the tanslocation of Asiatic lions from Gir to Kuno.