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US president likely to be offered 'Trump platter' at Bukhara

US president likely to be offered 'Trump platter' at Bukhara

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Trump is likely to dine at the iconic restaurant where a 'Trump platter' is likely to be laid out for him. It will be customised according to his taste.

These credit cards save money for you!

These credit cards save money for you!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Just like our older generation, you should realise that a penny saved now would come in handy when you need a penny.

How we saved Rs 25,000 in the lockdown

How we saved Rs 25,000 in the lockdown

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Naren from Hyderabad tells us how his family saved money in the lockdown.

Lessons from the Farmer's Protest

Lessons from the Farmer's Protest

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'This confrontation could have been avoided by a less arrogant administration that initially listened, used whatever negotiating skills they had and tried to be more credible,' observes Ramesh Menon.

Farmer issue rocks Parliament, govt says ready for discussion

Farmer issue rocks Parliament, govt says ready for discussion

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

The government on Tuesday asserted in Lok Sabha that it was ready to discuss issues related to farmers both inside and outside Parliament amid vociferous protests by the Opposition which forced repeated adjournments of both the Houses.

How I saved Rs 8,750 in the lockdown

How I saved Rs 8,750 in the lockdown

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Rajesh Srivastava from Greater Noida shares his suggestions.

Painting the town red: La Tomatina festival

Painting the town red: La Tomatina festival

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Thousands of revelers hurled tomatoes at each other, cavorting in the red pulp beneath their feet in the Spanish town of Bunol. Organisers of the annual Tomatina festival tossed 145 tonnes of over-ripe tomatoes into the crowd from six large trucks, quickly converting the town into a sea of pink and red.

Farmers' protest: Over Rs 70,000 cr economic loss in Q3

Farmers' protest: Over Rs 70,000 cr economic loss in Q3

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The farmers' agitation against new agri laws will lead to economic loss of over Rs 70,000 crore in the December quarter owing to supply chain disruptions, particularly in Punjab, Haryana and border areas of Delhi, the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry said on Thursday. The chamber's president Sanjay Aggarwal said "the 36 days farm agitation so far will have more than Rs 70,000 crore economic loss in the Q3 FY 2020-21 due to...disruption in supply chains and day-to-day economic activities particularly in the progressive states of Punjab and Haryana and border areas of national capital Delhi."

The challenge before Yogi's population control policy

The challenge before Yogi's population control policy

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

On the ground, rural medical infrastructure and more crucially, women's access to reproductive health services is practically non-existent in Uttar Pradesh, reports Geetanjali Krishna.

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Australia to bid farewell to lovable rogue Warne at MCG

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Much of Warne's life resonates for Australians, most of whom would identify with his suburban upbringing and his determination to live life to the fullest.

Japanese fencer turns to Uber Eats for fitness, money

Japanese fencer turns to Uber Eats for fitness, money

Rediff.com13 May 2020

With all competitions now cancelled for the foreseeable future and the Olympics pushed back a year, Ryo Miyake felt he couldn't accept sponsorship money in good conscience.

Despite grim outlook, fiscal stimulus unlikely for India Inc this year

Despite grim outlook, fiscal stimulus unlikely for India Inc this year

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

They say that a stimulus package may not be necessary because, unlike last year's total lockdown, public transport, including the railways and airlines, is running and the restrictions on movement are localised and, in some cases, are partial rather than total.

Ready to consider any proposal apart from repeal of farm laws: Tomar

Ready to consider any proposal apart from repeal of farm laws: Tomar

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

A day before the crucial talks between the Centre and the protesting farmer unions, Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Thursday said the government is ready to consider any proposal other than repeal of three farm laws, the key demand of the farmers.

15 tips to cut expenses

15 tips to cut expenses

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

'Switch to digital mode. Read e-newspapers, e-books. Pay bills online; it is cheaper,' suggests Vijaylaxmi Unney.

'Virus has shown us the inequalities of society'

'Virus has shown us the inequalities of society'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

'Inequality has been growing in the world. The virus has only amplified it.'

UPA comfortably placed before monsoon session

UPA comfortably placed before monsoon session

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Congress senior leaders concede that UPA could be safe in terms of numbers but that does not solve problem totally

PHOTOS: The weirdly, wonderful world we live in!

PHOTOS: The weirdly, wonderful world we live in!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

These 10 images prove that it's an odd, odd world out there...

Monsoon session of Parliament to begin on Aug 5

Monsoon session of Parliament to begin on Aug 5

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

A decision on the 26-day session was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Paliamentary Affairs headed by Defence Minister A K Antony on Monday.

Oppn boycotts Parliament in solidarity with 8 suspended MPs

Oppn boycotts Parliament in solidarity with 8 suspended MPs

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Among the parties that boycotted the proceedings of the House included the Congress, which was the among the first to walkout, followed by members of the CPI-M, CPI, TMC, NCP, SP, Shiv Sena, RJD, DMK, TRS and AAP.

Amid calls to quit, Gotabaya agrees to curb his powers

Amid calls to quit, Gotabaya agrees to curb his powers

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Sri Lanka's embattled President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, under immense pressure from the public and the Opposition to quit over the island nation's worst economic crisis, said on Thursday that the abolition of the executive presidency, a move that will curb his powers, will be considered by Parliament.

Roti, kapda, makaan: Rahul's game plan is to go back to basics

Roti, kapda, makaan: Rahul's game plan is to go back to basics

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

The Congress strategy is to reach out to the rural poor as BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi has successfully displaced Prime Minister Manmohan Singh as the middle class hero. Anita Katyal reports

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

At event with Modi, Stalin targets Centre over 'true federalism'

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Modi praised Tamil Nadu as a special place and lauded the Tamil language as eternal and its culture as global.

'Insertion of MSP in three farm laws is no solution'

'Insertion of MSP in three farm laws is no solution'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

'Will you declare MSP for 100 odd crops that the farmers of India grow?'

New farm laws an attack on soul of every farmer: Rahul

New farm laws an attack on soul of every farmer: Rahul

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Referring to his 'tractor rallies' against the laws during his recent visit to Punjab and Haryana, Gandhi said, "I came to Punjab and Haryana a few days ago and every farmer and labourer know that these three laws are an attack on them."

3 AGP ministers resign from Assam government

3 AGP ministers resign from Assam government

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

The AGP had pulled out of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led coalition government a day before the bill seeking to provide Indian citizenship to non-Muslims from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan was passed in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Priyanka meets kin of UP farmers who died in queue for fertilisers

Priyanka meets kin of UP farmers who died in queue for fertilisers

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday met families of four deceased farmers, who had allegedly faced shortage of fertilisers in Lalitpur, and charged that the fertiliser distribution system of Uttar Pradesh has failed due to collusion among black marketers, officials and leaders.

Protesting farmers burn copies of agri laws on Lohri

Protesting farmers burn copies of agri laws on Lohri

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

One lakh copies of the three agri laws were burnt at the Singhu border alone, said Paramjeet Singh of Samyukta Kisan Morcha.

After 50% pay cut, this is how I save Rs 4k a month

After 50% pay cut, this is how I save Rs 4k a month

Rediff.com28 May 2020

V T Rajan reveals how he cut expenses after his salary was cut by 50%.

To keep essentials flowing Centre widens grocery inclusions

To keep essentials flowing Centre widens grocery inclusions

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

In the last one week several companies have had to face the hurdle of making a distinction between what's essential and what's not. To help them the government has now clarified that grocery would include hygiene products such as hand wash, soaps, disinfectants, body wash, shampoo, surface cleaners, detergents, tissue paper, toothpaste, oral care, sanitary pads, diapers, chargers and battery cells, etc.

Indian economy has recovered 'handsomely': Panagariya

Indian economy has recovered 'handsomely': Panagariya

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

The Indian economy has recovered 'handsomely' from the pandemic-induced disruptions, former Niti Aayog vice chairman Arvind Panagariya said on Tuesday, while expressing hope that the recovery will be sustained and the growth rate of 7 to 8 per cent will be restored. Panagariya suggested that the government must now signal its intention to wind down fiscal deficit by cutting it by half-to-one percentage point in 2022-23. "The Indian economy has recovered handsomely, returning to its pre-COVID GDP... "Only private consumption is still below its pre-COVID-19 level," the eminent economist told PTI in an interview.

How airports are going all out to please passengers

How airports are going all out to please passengers

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

These would include passenger engagement initiatives, consumer offers, and curated menus at food and beverage outlets.

'None can force me to say Jai Shri Ram'

'None can force me to say Jai Shri Ram'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

'It is not that I don't want to say "Jai Shri Ram".' I only said I will not say this slogan under any pressure.'

When highway becomes new home for protesting farmers

When highway becomes new home for protesting farmers

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

'This is going to be our home in the near future as it is going to be a long fight'

PM announces repeal of 3 farm laws, but protests yet to be over

PM announces repeal of 3 farm laws, but protests yet to be over

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

He maintained that the laws were for their benefit and then apologised to people of the country, adding that the government could not convince a section of farmers despite its clear heart and clean conscience.

Opposition delegation meets President, seeks repeal of farm laws

Opposition delegation meets President, seeks repeal of farm laws

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

A delegation of opposition parties including Rahul Gandhi, Sharad Pawar and Left leaders on Wednesday met President Ram Nath Kovind seeking repeal of the three farm laws against which thousands of farmers have been protesting on various borders of the national capital.

ASK ANIL: How Can I SAVE Income Tax

ASK ANIL: How Can I SAVE Income Tax

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Life in Hong Kong, city of protest

Life in Hong Kong, city of protest

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

For months, Hong Kong's streets have seethed with discontent. Scenes show protesters, sometimes numbering in the hundreds of thousands, many wearing surgical masks and carrying umbrellas that have come to signify resistance. The images are astonishing, and the issues that set the protests in motion are complex. Amid these 11 weeks of protests, here's how daily life unfolds.

Hindus from Pak celebrate, newborn named 'Nagrikta'

Hindus from Pak celebrate, newborn named 'Nagrikta'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

In the Majnu Ka Tila area in New Delhi, Children carrying tricolour burst crackers and shouted 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai'.

UK's new five pound bill sparks protest from Hindus

UK's new five pound bill sparks protest from Hindus

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

The group has been encouraging people to sign a petition calling for the withdrawal of the notes as vegans and vegetarians continued to express outrage at the use of tallow, a substance derived from animal fat.

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Rediff.com13 May 2021

Since April, India has seen multiple strains of the coronanavirus sweep the nation, upending life and businesses alike. Out-of-home retail and discretionary categories such as durables, auto, fashion, lifestyle, hospitality, food services, travel, and tourism have been the worst-hit as Covid cases remain high, leaving state governments with no option but to curtail mobility and economic activity.