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Low deficit key to higher FDI: Jaitley

Low deficit key to higher FDI: Jaitley

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

Containing fiscal deficit and stable policies were crucial for the country to attract higher foreign investment, Commerce and Industry Minister Arun Jaitley said on Thursday.

MHA says J-K leaders to be released but gives no time-frame

MHA says J-K leaders to be released but gives no time-frame

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Home ministry officials told the parliamentary panel that those detained under the PSA can challenge their detention in a designated tribunal.

Top 10 corporate groups owe Rs 5.73 lakh cr to lenders

Top 10 corporate groups owe Rs 5.73 lakh cr to lenders

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

The Reserve Bank of India collects credit information from banks under the CRILC reporting system for borrowers with the credit exposure greater than Rs 5 crore.

SC to hear Italian marine's plea to go back home

SC to hear Italian marine's plea to go back home

Rediff.com23 May 2016

The Centre said it does not object if Grione's bail conditions are relaxed on the same lines as was done in the case of another marine Massimiliano Latorre.

Centre to repeal illegal migrants act

Centre to repeal illegal migrants act

Rediff.com7 May 2003

This will enable the government to accelerate the detection and deportation of migrants who entered Assam on or after March 25, 1971.

When it comes to litigation, DoT is among the top govt departments

When it comes to litigation, DoT is among the top govt departments

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

Lawyers representing govt point out that telcos, because of the large money they can save if they get a favourable judgement, prefer to fight till all legal options are exhausted

India's reaction to court ruling on Lakhvi irrational, says Pak

India's reaction to court ruling on Lakhvi irrational, says Pak

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Pakistan on Monday termed as "irrational" India's strong reaction to a court's ruling ordering release of 2008 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, but hoped that the issue will not affect the proposed bilateral talks.

India, US ink pact on extradition

India, US ink pact on extradition

Rediff.com26 Dec 2002

The agreement stipulates that each country will not knowingly facilitate, consent to or cooperate with efforts by any third country for the extradition, surrender or transfer of each other's nationals to any international tribunal.

10 laws that changed how India does business

10 laws that changed how India does business

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Experts consider Sebi's takeover code in its present form to be on a par with any foreign code governing public mergers and acquisitions.

Pakistan picks retired General to replace Sartaz Aziz as NSA

Pakistan picks retired General to replace Sartaz Aziz as NSA

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

A senior minister in Sharif's cabinet told The Express Tribune that the army chief has been pushing for the appointment of Janjua as the new NSA since months, but Sharif preferred Aziz.

In denial mode, Pakistan demands proof of terrorist Naved's nationality

In denial mode, Pakistan demands proof of terrorist Naved's nationality

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

We have repeatedly asked India to refrain from accusations, says Pakistan's foreign office

Pak can't be bullied, capable of defending itself: Sharif warns India

Pak can't be bullied, capable of defending itself: Sharif warns India

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

His remarks came a day after the Pakistan Army admitted that seven of its soldiers were killed in firing by Indian troops across the Line of Control in Bhimber sector.

Setback for Imran; Pakistan fares badly in terror funding report

Setback for Imran; Pakistan fares badly in terror funding report

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The APG released its much-awaited 228-page 'Mutual Evaluation Report' on Saturday, 10 days ahead of the key Financial Action Task Force's plenary meeting which will give its decision on Pakistan's 'grey list' status.

Imran Khan, you are wrong on Kashmir

Imran Khan, you are wrong on Kashmir

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

'The world is silent because your rhetoric is dishonest and rings hollow,' says former RAW officer Tilak Devasher.

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'We must not compromise with the standard, the quality. We don't need to be the first to launch a drug but what we need is a Made in India vaccine that the entire world can rely on'

India 'fomenting unrest', Pak to complain to US

India 'fomenting unrest', Pak to complain to US

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Pakistan is expected to discuss with the US, the alleged role of India's external spy agency RAW in abetting violence in the country.

Pak panel advises government not to 'encourage' terrorism in Kashmir

Pak panel advises government not to 'encourage' terrorism in Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs on Monday issued a four-page policy paper linked to Kashmir.

They did not deserve to be shot out of the sky: Australia mourns MH17 crash

They did not deserve to be shot out of the sky: Australia mourns MH17 crash

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Australia Prime Minister Tony Abbott said, "We owe it to the dead to bring the guilty to justice".

Docomo ups the ante against Tata Sons

Docomo ups the ante against Tata Sons

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Tata Sons deposits $1.17 bn with court

Jadhav case: India seeks consular access for 14th time, demands copy of verdict from Pak

Jadhav case: India seeks consular access for 14th time, demands copy of verdict from Pak

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

Indian High Commissioner in Islamabad Gautam Bambawale met Pakistan Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua in connection with the case of Jadhav, who has been given death sentence by a Pakistani military court for alleged spying.

Govt notifies rules for asset valuation under black money law

Govt notifies rules for asset valuation under black money law

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

The fair market value of an immovable property will be higher from the acquisition cost.

Hafiz Saeed's MML to contest Pakistan polls under banner of AAT

Hafiz Saeed's MML to contest Pakistan polls under banner of AAT

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

The decision was taken after the ECP again dismissed the MML's application for registration on Wednesday.

Parliamentary panel pitches for 49% FDI cap in insurance

Parliamentary panel pitches for 49% FDI cap in insurance

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

A Parliamentary Committee on Wednesday recommended a composite foreign investment cap of 49 per cent in the insurance sector and supported a government Bill to amend the Act.

Zee shareholders to decide on demerging print biz

Zee shareholders to decide on demerging print biz

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Demerging print and TV news businesses will allow for separate investment by interested players.

Bangladesh SC upholds opposition leaders' death sentences

Bangladesh SC upholds opposition leaders' death sentences

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

Bangladesh Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the death sentences handed down to two top opposition leaders convicted for war crimes committed during 1971 independence war against Pakistan, rejecting their final review petitions.

The troubling legacy of Ranjan Gogoi

The troubling legacy of Ranjan Gogoi

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

'Under Justice Gogoi's tenure, the Supreme Court has gone from an institution that was at least formally committed to the protection of individual rights as its primary task, to an institution that speaks the language of the executive, and has become indistinguishable from the executive,' warns Gautam Bhatia.

How India can get ahead in the space race

How India can get ahead in the space race

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Chandrayaan-3's success is a must for India's space ambitions; we can't afford to lose out. And for realising our space dreams, the Indian private sector must be encouraged because if we lose this race, the moon, Mars, and mineral-rich asteroids will already be crowded before we reach there.

Sebi-DLF case may have wider ramifications for realty sector

Sebi-DLF case may have wider ramifications for realty sector

Rediff.com26 Oct 2014

The case has also brought to limelight 'technicalities' involved in the practice of Sebi giving 'observations' and not 'approval or clearance' for an IPO

Jet finally lands in NCLT as banks give up revival plan

Jet finally lands in NCLT as banks give up revival plan

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

After due deliberations, the lenders have decided to seek resolution for Jet Airways under the bankruptcy code since only a conditional bid was received.

US, China intensify rhetoric over South China Sea

US, China intensify rhetoric over South China Sea

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

The war of words between China and the US heated up on Tuesday with an American Admiral defending last week's US naval ship's foray near Chinese-made artificial islands in the area while Beijing blasted the move as a "blatant provocation".

IS releases new video featuring Dhaka cafe attackers

IS releases new video featuring Dhaka cafe attackers

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

The five terrorists in the video, believed to be recorded sometime before the Gulshan attack, made statements to justify their stance, criticising the democratic system and political leaders.

Markets end in red dragged by heavyweights; HDFC dips 3%

Markets end in red dragged by heavyweights; HDFC dips 3%

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Auto and index heavyweights Reliance Industries and ITC were the top losers in early trades.

Hasina vows to eliminate terror, slams TV coverage of cafe attack

Hasina vows to eliminate terror, slams TV coverage of cafe attack

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

"Stop killing people in the name of Islam", Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday said as she vowed to do everything to eliminate terrorists from the country after 20 foreigners were killed in an attack on a cafe in Bangladesh claimed by the Islamic State terror group.

For cashless economy, govt wants to cap cash transactions at Rs 200,000

For cashless economy, govt wants to cap cash transactions at Rs 200,000

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

Earlier, while presenting the Budget on February 1, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had proposed to cap cash transactions at Rs 300,000 with effect from April 1.

Fate of the new Insurance Bill remains uncertain

Fate of the new Insurance Bill remains uncertain

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

The new Insurance Bill may take little time to see light of teh day.

Teenager arrested for trying to flee US to join ISIS

Teenager arrested for trying to flee US to join ISIS

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

An American teenager has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation after he allegedly tried to travel to Turkey to join the Islamic State terror group, officials said.

Kulbhushan Jadhav's mother petitions Pak for his release

Kulbhushan Jadhav's mother petitions Pak for his release

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Indian High Commissioner in Islamabad Gautam Bambawale on Wednesday met with Pakistan's Foreign Secretary Tehmina Janjua and sought the consular access to Jadhav.

Realty 2019: Housing sales remain sore spot

Realty 2019: Housing sales remain sore spot

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

While sale of residential properties increased only marginally despite plethora of steps taken by the government through the year, office space leasing rose 40 per cent to touch an all-time high of 46.5 million sq ft -- a trend that drew investors to lap up India's first Real Estate Investment Trust at an issue size of nearly Rs 5,000 crore.

What does Justin want?

What does Justin want?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

Four Canadian ministers of Indian origin are traveling with Prime Minister Trudeau.