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PIX: Schmeichel saves Celtic; Villa edge Leipzig

PIX: Schmeichel saves Celtic; Villa edge Leipzig

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Dinamo Zagreb and Celtic played out a lifeless 0-0 draw in the Champions League on Tuesday, with Celtic keeper Kasper Schmeichel producing the match's memorable moment with a late save.

Harmanpreet nominated for FIH player of year award

Harmanpreet nominated for FIH player of year award

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

India's star drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh was on Tuesday named among the five nominees for the men's Player of the Year honour.

Copa America: Panama, Uruguay in quarter-finals

Copa America: Panama, Uruguay in quarter-finals

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Panama beat Bolivia 3-1 on Monday to finish second in Group C and qualify for the Copa America quarter-finals after tournament hosts United States were eliminated following a 1-0 loss to group winners Uruguay.

Is This Right Time To Buy A Home?

Is This Right Time To Buy A Home?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

For those looking for more affordable options, purchasing an under-construction property could be a smart move, as these generally cost less than ready-to-move-in properties.

LIC earmarks Rs 600 crore for digital shift; to be 'paperless' in 2 years

LIC earmarks Rs 600 crore for digital shift; to be 'paperless' in 2 years

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

State-run Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has committed Rs 600 crore for its digital transformation journey, Sunder Krishnan, chief risk officer said on Wednesday. The insurance giant is also aiming to become completely "paperless" in two years. "We have hired a large system integrator for more than Rs 400 crore, a consultant for digital transformation for Rs 100 crore, and Rs 100 crore for agency transformation.

Social media platforms now toolkits of terror groups: Jaishankar

Social media platforms now toolkits of terror groups: Jaishankar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

He said despite efforts by the UN, the threat of terrorism is only growing and expanding, particularly in Asia and Africa.

Young Indian lawyer elected to UN's top body of legal experts

Young Indian lawyer elected to UN's top body of legal experts

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Aniruddha Rajput, 33, is among the 34 individuals elected by the General Assembly as members of the International Law Commission, the UN organ tasked with the progressive development of international law and its codification.

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

EPL PIX: Liverpool demolish Spurs; United shocked

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday night.

Unique move: Uttarakhand backs soldiers' right on waqf property

Unique move: Uttarakhand backs soldiers' right on waqf property

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

They stated that when a soldier fights for the nation, he does so not as a Hindu, Muslim, or any other religion, but as a patriot.

Quad statement includes subtle warning to China over Indo-Pacific

Quad statement includes subtle warning to China over Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

'We condemn recent illicit missile launches in the region that violate UN Security Council resolutions. We express serious concern over recent dangerous and aggressive actions in the maritime domain. We seek a region where no country dominates and no country is dominated one where all countries are free from coercion, and can exercise their agency to determine their futures,' the declaration said.

Prosperity Is Not India's Birth Right

Prosperity Is Not India's Birth Right

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

If growth reverts to the pre-Covid level, a lot of people may have to temper their rosy optimism, points out Debashis Basu.

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Is Wartime A Good Time to Invest?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Even now, investors are not bothered about the war but are more concerned whether it will remain localised or not.' 'In case things are contained, markets can stage a bounce back in the next few days.'

Bitcoin Rallies: Time To Book Profits?

Bitcoin Rallies: Time To Book Profits?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Only investors with knowledge of cryptocurrencies, long-term conviction, and a long horizon should invest in this asset class.

How To AVOID LOSSES When Markets Crash

How To AVOID LOSSES When Markets Crash

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

In a falling market, the value of your investment keeps going down. However, the reduction in value is purely a notional loss if you remain invested. When you redeem in a falling market, the notional loss becomes a permanent loss, explains Anamika Pareek.

Will AI, Like Y2K, Be Gamechanger For Indian IT Cos?

Will AI, Like Y2K, Be Gamechanger For Indian IT Cos?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

'The race is now on for Indian IT firms to develop their AI prowess and focus on a software-first approach to services as the people element becomes more complicated with Trump's expected new regulations.'

Jaish's IED expert among 2 terrorists killed in encounter in J-K

Jaish's IED expert among 2 terrorists killed in encounter in J-K

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

The encounter took place at Qasbayar area of the south Kashmir district.

Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025

Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Gold, a safe-haven bet, is likely to continue its record-smashing journey in the New Year, rising to Rs 85,000 per 10 grams and even Rs 90,000 level in domestic markets if geopolitical tensions and global economic uncertainties continue.

Selling Undivided Property? Read This

Selling Undivided Property? Read This

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'Ensure that all property-related documents are up-to-date.' 'Relying on outdated documents can create legal complications.'

Right Time To Invest In Silver ETFs?

Right Time To Invest In Silver ETFs?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Invest with a 5 to 7 year horizon so that you are able to ride out price volatility and benefit from the long-term trends of demand and macroeconomic shifts.

More than 50% healthcare workers feel workplace unsafe: Study

More than 50% healthcare workers feel workplace unsafe: Study

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

The cross-sectional survey was conducted among 1,566 healthcare workers from diverse medical institutions across India using a pre-tested, self-administered online questionnaire, which assessed various dimensions of workplace safety.

Time To Avoid Stock Markets?

Time To Avoid Stock Markets?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The narrative on China is changing post the recent stimulus measures, and it will be hard for global investors to ignore the Chinese markets.

Getting future-ready: Govt may tweak IBC to factor in climate change

Getting future-ready: Govt may tweak IBC to factor in climate change

Rediff.com7 May 2024

The government is contemplating changes to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) to deal with environmental claims and liabilities of defaulting companies to make the law future-ready and meet climate action goals, sources told Business Standard. Currently, the IBC has various categories of claims and creditors, including those related to environmental liabilities.

Beware! Markets Headed For Downturn

Beware! Markets Headed For Downturn

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Trumponomics, poor growth, and high valuation certainly don't make a bullish recipe for Indian markets, warns Debashis Basu.

Over 56k sq km of Western Ghats declared eco sensitive

Over 56k sq km of Western Ghats declared eco sensitive

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

The Centre has issued a fifth draft notification to declare over 56,800 square kilometres of the Western Ghats across six states, including 13 villages in Kerala's landslide-hit Wayanad, Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA), inviting suggestions and objections within 60 days.

Supreme Court allows claiming input tax credit on construction expenses

Supreme Court allows claiming input tax credit on construction expenses

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

In a development that may encourage increased investment in commercial real estate, the Supreme Court on Thursday gave the industry relief by permitting input tax credit (ITC) on construction expenses for buildings meant to be leased. "If the construction of a building was essential for carrying out the activity of supplying services, such as renting or giving on lease or other transactions in respect of the building or a part thereof, which are covered by clauses (2) and (5) of Schedule II of the CGST (Central Goods and Services Tax) Act, the building could be held to be a plant," said Justice Abhay S Oka and Justice Sanjay Karol.

Manipal Group chairman Ranjan Pai in talks to invest in Byju's-owned Aakash

Manipal Group chairman Ranjan Pai in talks to invest in Byju's-owned Aakash

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Manipal Group chairman Ranjan Pai is in early discussions to invest in Byju's-owned Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL). According to sources in the know, Byju's founder and chief executive officer Byju Raveendran, who owns a 30 per cent stake in Aakash, is expected to partially offload his holding to Pai for $80-90 million (about Rs 650-740 crore). Raveendran may use the money to repay a large part of the Rs 800 crore loan that Byju's raised from US-based investment firm Davidson Kempner Capital Management in May, after facing a 'technical default', the sources said.

Want To Invest In Corporate Bond Funds?

Want To Invest In Corporate Bond Funds?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

'When interest rates rise, the NAVs of these funds will fall.' However, they won't fall as much as longer-duration funds.

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Almost five years later, the three services have still not fully understood that joint/theatre commands are not a discussion point; they are the prime minister's diktat on a military reform measure that is in line with what armed forces around the world have implemented, points out Ajai Shukla.

How To Invest In Quality Stocks

How To Invest In Quality Stocks

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'Allocate up to 20 per cent of your core equity portfolio to quality funds.'

PIX: Kane fires brace to mark 100th England cap

PIX: Kane fires brace to mark 100th England cap

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Nations Cup action in photos!

Gap in Covishield jabs: Govt rejects reports that experts dissented

Gap in Covishield jabs: Govt rejects reports that experts dissented

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

The Union health ministry on Wednesday dismissed media reports claiming there was dissent from technical experts about increasing the gap between two Covishield doses and said the decision was based on scientific reason about the behaviour of adenovector vaccines.

Bourses up vigil on SME IPOs: Mandate comprehensive financial disclosures

Bourses up vigil on SME IPOs: Mandate comprehensive financial disclosures

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Stock exchanges have intensified vigil on Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) listings by mandating more comprehensive financial disclosures and enhanced monitoring of utilisation of issue proceeds from investment bankers, amid rising instances of dubious practices. Bourses - responsible for vetting initial public offering (IPO) documents and granting approvals to SMEs - have tightened norms in recent weeks with further measures planned for new filings to safeguard investor interests, sources said.

China ups the ante, deploys aircraft carrier group, nuclear sub off Taiwan

China ups the ante, deploys aircraft carrier group, nuclear sub off Taiwan

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

In a show of strength, China is deploying its aircraft carrier group and a nuclear submarine in large-scale military drills in the Taiwan Strait in response to US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's high-stakes visit to Taipei which infuriated Beijing as it claims the island as part of its territory.

Rupee Declines. Add Gold To Portfolio

Rupee Declines. Add Gold To Portfolio

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

New investors should gradually build a 5 to 10 per cent allocation to gold.

Sensex rides on bluechip stocks; rises 585 points

Sensex rides on bluechip stocks; rises 585 points

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

From the Sensex pack, Adani Ports & Special Economic Zones, Mahindra & Mahindra, Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, Larsen & Toubro, NTPC, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement and Kotak Mahindra Bank were the major gainers. In contrast, Tata Steel, Titan, Bajaj Finserv, JSW Steel, Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, Tata Motors and Tata Consultancy Services were among the laggards.

Time To Lock In Fixed Income?

Time To Lock In Fixed Income?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'Young investors should focus more on equity, while retired senior citizens should prioritise fixed income.' 'Mid-career investors should aim for a balanced allocation.'

How To Make Best Use Of Festive Offers

How To Make Best Use Of Festive Offers

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

While festive offers can reduce costs, borrowers should also consider the lender's transparency and service quality. Customers need to be mindful of their repayment capacity.

Centre expands talent pool, to induct 17 private sector experts

Centre expands talent pool, to induct 17 private sector experts

Rediff.com30 May 2023

This is the fourth such recruitment drive proposed to be undertaken by the Narendra Modi government which had in 2018 initiated lateral entry.

Bangladesh on the boil over Prez remarks on Hasina's resignation

Bangladesh on the boil over Prez remarks on Hasina's resignation

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

President Mohammed Shahabuddin said he did not have any documentary evidence of Hasina resigning as prime minister before she fled the country on August 5 amidst student-led mass protests.

TN sets up GST advisory body, experts fear it may clash with Centre

TN sets up GST advisory body, experts fear it may clash with Centre

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

If other states follow suit, it is going to become difficult for the GST Council to decide on the next stage of reforms.