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Indian economy a victim of bribery and corruption

Indian economy a victim of bribery and corruption

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Among the sectors seen as most vulnerable to corruption are the government and the public sector, infrastructure, real estate, metals, mining, aerospace, defence, power and utilities.

WC PHOTOS: Pakistan see off plucky Netherlands for winning start

WC PHOTOS: Pakistan see off plucky Netherlands for winning start

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

De Leede ripped through the Pakistan line-up taking 4-62 and Colin Ackerman claimed 2-39 after the Netherlands won the toss and decided to bowl, but Rizwan (68) and Shakeel (68) ensured the Asian side made 286 in 49 overs.

India's duty-free shops face the heat

India's duty-free shops face the heat

Rediff.com7 May 2007

Airports in US, UK & Europe to confiscate goods bought from duty-free shops in India.

3G roaming pacts face DoT heat

3G roaming pacts face DoT heat

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

DoT has stated in an internal note that the 3G roaming agreements between these three companies are tantamount to their becoming mobile virtual network operators, something not allowed under the current policy.

Prithviraj Chavan faces the heat at Antony panel meet

Prithviraj Chavan faces the heat at Antony panel meet

Rediff.com28 Jun 2014

Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan came under a scathing attack at a meeting of the All India Congress Committee headed by senior leader A K Antony, with some state leaders telling the high command that the party's fate would be no better in the assembly polls due by October.

Vaze is not Osama, wait till probe is over: Uddhav

Vaze is not Osama, wait till probe is over: Uddhav

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Facing heat over Assistant Police Inspector Vaze's alleged link to Hiran's mysterious death, the government earlier in the day announced his transfer from the Mumbai crime branch.

Recipe: Ameya's Stuffed Pomfret

Recipe: Ameya's Stuffed Pomfret

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Ameya Warty's wife and daughter love this dish, which makes it a sure-shot winner in his book.

Meet India's 10 new dollar billionaires

Meet India's 10 new dollar billionaires

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

The number of dollar billionaires in India has risen to 55 this year from 46 last year.

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Auto cos face April heat; Toyota, Hyundai sales decline

Auto cos face April heat; Toyota, Hyundai sales decline

Rediff.com1 May 2014

Exports during the month rose 4.4 per cent to 7,077 units as compared to 6,779 units in April last year, MSI said.

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India must be prepared to deal with climate disasters, geopolitical confrontations, and social strife linked to global events, asserts Jayant Sinha, chairman of Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance.

Projects to be cleared fast: PM to Orissa CM

Projects to be cleared fast: PM to Orissa CM

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Patnaik said the prime minister assured him on the Polavaram dam project in Andhra Pradesh, saying that none of the tribal villages in Orissa would be submerged.

What's taking the sheen off Sivakasi's firecracker sales?

What's taking the sheen off Sivakasi's firecracker sales?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

A complete ban on firecrackers in Delhi until January 1, the government's refusal to grant licences for sales in Karnataka, and restrictions in the Noida region are adversely affecting the business of manufacturers in Tamil Nadu's Sivakasi, which produces over 90 per cent of India's fireworks. According to industry players, demand has decreased by 20 per cent compared to last year. Moreover, the ban on the use of barium nitrate and the manufacturing and sale of joint fireworks is also impacting demand.

A Temple Fit For The Prince Of Ayodhya

A Temple Fit For The Prince Of Ayodhya

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The temple, you realise, is true to hype and is stunning in its beauty.
A marvel in white, it's simply eye-catching, and every inch a temple for the new India, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com after a visit to the new shrine.

Election 2024: The Big Fights In Kerala

Election 2024: The Big Fights In Kerala

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Kerala's election discourse operates surreptitiously. Its explicit face focuses on important national and local issues. At the same time, it seeks to secure apt communal equations to ensure votes, notes Shyam G Menon.

Achuthanandan gives in, admits to committing mistakes

Achuthanandan gives in, admits to committing mistakes

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Facing heat from the party's top brass, Communist Party of India - Marxist stalwart in Kerala V S Achuthanandan on Thursday publicly admitted that he had committed "organisational mistakes" on issues related to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant and the murder of an expelled party leader. Achuthanandan's admission comes two days after the CPI-M central committee censured him for defying the official line on these issues.

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Follow these handy tips on to run the marathon without hurting your body.

World Cup 2023: 'England look like a side that has no confidence'

World Cup 2023: 'England look like a side that has no confidence'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Former skipper Nasser Hussain said reliance on statistics rather than reading the conditions has led to England's downfall in World Cup 2023.

Jagan likely to face the heat over yatra

Jagan likely to face the heat over yatra

Rediff.com4 Sep 2010

After Sonia Gandhi's re-election as the party president today, the Congress is likely to take a decision on Kadapa MP Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy's suspension on disciplinary grounds.

No room for Nawab Malik in govt, Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar

No room for Nawab Malik in govt, Fadnavis tells Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

In his letter to Ajit Pawar, who too is a deputy CM, Fadnavis said Malik has the right to attend the assembly as an MLA and added that "we (the BJP) do not harbour any personal animosity or grudge" against him.

NBA: Win or bust for James and Heat as playoffs begin

NBA: Win or bust for James and Heat as playoffs begin

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

The Miami Heat and LeBron James begin an all-or-nothing campaign for an NBA title while defending champion Dallas Mavericks and Kirk Nowitzki face a tough start to the opening weekend of the playoffs.

Why was India vs Iran kabaddi final temporarily suspended?

Why was India vs Iran kabaddi final temporarily suspended?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

In the end, India emerged victorious with a 33-29 win, securing the coveted gold medal.

Sara turns up the heat in a daring summer dress

Sara turns up the heat in a daring summer dress

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Sara Sampaio looks summer ready on the cover where she is wearing a sleeveless white floral printed dress with a daring neckline revealing ample cleavage.

Alcaraz's sensational surge! Can he dethrone Medvedev?

Alcaraz's sensational surge! Can he dethrone Medvedev?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Alcaraz stops Zverev to set up semi-final of US Open champions

CavinKare gets aggressive with deos after Spinz faces Fogg heat

CavinKare gets aggressive with deos after Spinz faces Fogg heat

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

It also marks the culmination of the revamp exercise that the brand undertook 18 months back, spearheaded by Nellaiappan Thiruambalam, who was appointed as director and CEO of the personal care and foods division in April 2013.

After Modi, IPL CEO Raman faces the heat

After Modi, IPL CEO Raman faces the heat

Rediff.com26 Apr 2010

Lalit Modi is out. And, judging from what Shashank Manohar had to say about Sundar Raman, the Indian Premier League CEO's head too could soon on be the chopping block.

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 10 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

Those who don't have courage to build anything steal: Uddhav targets Shinde

Those who don't have courage to build anything steal: Uddhav targets Shinde

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

His statement comes a day after both the Sena factions faced off at the party's office in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation headquarters in south Mumbai.

Rahul Gandhi takes a truck ride from Delhi to Chandigarh

Rahul Gandhi takes a truck ride from Delhi to Chandigarh

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Gandhi undertook the journey Monday night and in visuals and videos, the former party chief, donning his trademark white T-shirt, is seen sitting inside a truck, travelling with one of the drivers and speaking to truck drivers at a dhaba.

Modi Prepares Govt For Harsh Summer

Modi Prepares Govt For Harsh Summer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Modi last week called for optimal grain storage, fire audits and mock drills in hospitals as preparations for the harsh summer forecast by the meteorological department.

Villa's Richards gets in heated argument with fans

Villa's Richards gets in heated argument with fans

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Aston Villa captain Micah Richards became embroiled in a heated pitchside debate with disgruntled fans on Saturday as the Premier League strugglers' desperate season unravelled further with a 1-1 draw at fourth-tier Wycombe Wanderers in the FA Cup.

Rishi Sunak faces queries on wife's taxes, family wealth in 2nd TV debate

Rishi Sunak faces queries on wife's taxes, family wealth in 2nd TV debate

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

The UK's prime ministerial race frontrunner, Rishi Sunak, spoke of his pride in what his Indian parents-in-law -- Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty -- had achieved, as he fought back over media commentary around wife Akshata's family wealth.

Buttler confesses: England's World Cup dreams in jeopardy after crushing loss

Buttler confesses: England's World Cup dreams in jeopardy after crushing loss

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Jos Buttler concedes 'incredibly difficult' for England to progress to semi-final

Now, China facing the heat of global trade

Now, China facing the heat of global trade

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

Commercial tensions came to a head on many issues between China and other major western countries.

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz downs Gasquet; Swiatek through

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz downs Gasquet; Swiatek through

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

World No 1 Iga Swiatek overcame a strong early challenge from former champion Sofia Kenin to reach the second round of the Australian Open

Delhi's Water Crisis

Delhi's Water Crisis

Rediff.com23 May 2022

With the Yamuna drying up due to a heat wave and the rising heat, authorities in Delhi are barely meeting the drinking water demand in several areas.

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Though physically distant, the spirit of gaonwali diwali keeps her connected to the mystic hills of Uttarakhand

Protests over Kurien issue on, key witness retracts

Protests over Kurien issue on, key witness retracts

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

In a new twist to the Suryanelli rape case, a local Bharatiya Janata Party leader on Friday alleged his statement was wrongly recorded by investigators benefiting Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairperson P K Kurien who is facing heat on the issue as protests continued with calls for his exit.

How govt aims to plug gaps in benami law

How govt aims to plug gaps in benami law

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

As the government faces heat over corruption and black money, it is planning to bring a law to prevent the misuse of benami transactions, a key source of illicit funds.

Absence of senior players a big miss: Shakib al Hasan

Absence of senior players a big miss: Shakib al Hasan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan on Wednesday rued the absence of experienced players like Liton Das, but said they have enough quality in their ranks to paper over their unavailability in the Asia Cup.