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The Aadhaar Nightmare

The Aadhaar Nightmare

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

In a nation divided by many things, the 12-digit unique identity number is holding lives to ransom.

''Are only lower caste politicians corrupt?'

''Are only lower caste politicians corrupt?'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

'(Upper caste) leaders talk against the Constitution, reservations and the nation and still get away.'

What Verdict 2017 says about 2019

What Verdict 2017 says about 2019

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

BJP's overwhelming win in UP shows that 2014 was no fluke, says R Jagannathan.

8 reasons what went wrong for BJP in Gujarat

8 reasons what went wrong for BJP in Gujarat

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

'The BJP must realise that a resurgent Rahul Gandhi will take the battle straight into its camp.' 'He is not going to be held back by the misdeeds of UPA 1 and 2, so there is no point harping on them,' says Sanjeev Nayyar.

Why sting operations have failed in India

Why sting operations have failed in India

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

'The idea of moral responsibility is not particularly strong in our parts. Showing that people are corrupt or immoral through stings doesn't have the required effect in such a culture,' says Aakar Patel.

Tatas in AirAsia India pilot seat

Tatas in AirAsia India pilot seat

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

With its nominees on the board, Tata Sons will have the controlling stake of 51%.

After Indira, there was Jaya

After Indira, there was Jaya

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

If something stands out in the one year since Jayalalithaa's passing, it would be her famed leadership qualities and her ability to reach out to the party and the people above the second line, and also the state administration, to the exclusion of all the rest. Only Indira Gandhi had achieved it all in her time, and no other leader, possibly excepting Prime Modi Modi, could hold a candle to that, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Time for Modi to grow up

Time for Modi to grow up

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

'The BJP has not moved on since its 2014 victory. There is nothing new to offer. There is far too much negativity about the other side and far too little about what has been achieved by its government.' 'That may have worked when the BJP was in the Opposition but if they believe that the people of India will continue to hold them to such a low standard of expectations, they are really taking the voter for granted or misreading his pulse.'

Why it's good time to buy commercial property

Why it's good time to buy commercial property

Rediff.com12 Oct 2014

With a stable government at the Centre and the a renewed sense of confidence among the industry, there is expectation that there will be more demand for office space.

How cash became a bad word

How cash became a bad word

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Ajit Balakrishnan on understanding the anti-cash chorus.

'BJP without a single MLA is ruling Tamil Nadu'

'BJP without a single MLA is ruling Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

'What we see here is puppetry. The string is with the BJP.' 'All the puppets here are dancing to the direction the BJP pulls the strings.'

'Quran does not encourage polygamy'

'Quran does not encourage polygamy'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

'Due to lack of understanding or patriarchal misinterpretation, a common notion was generated that if you are a Muslim man you can marry four times.'

What ails our cities?

What ails our cities?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Reforms do happen and one example is Odisha which has taken steps to create a dedicated municipal cadre.

Why investing in annuity makes no sense

Why investing in annuity makes no sense

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Retirees have better options that offer liquidity, better returns and are more tax-efficient.

A case against merging appellate tribunals

A case against merging appellate tribunals

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Merging tribunals may lead to administrative convenience, but pendency of cases is likely to increase

Online firms push for products from lesser known labels

Online firms push for products from lesser known labels

Rediff.com19 May 2014

This issue assumes greater importance if you are a managed marketplace in the hypercompetitive online world.

Boring! What I thought about Modi's US Congress speech

Boring! What I thought about Modi's US Congress speech

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

While many praised Narendra Modi's US Congress address, Syed Firdaus Ashraf had only two words to say: SO WHAT?

New Companies Act eases concerns over high pay

New Companies Act eases concerns over high pay

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Act says remuneration to directors and key managerial personnel should involve a balance between fixed and incentive pay.

Facing procedural problems with your investments? Here's help!

Facing procedural problems with your investments? Here's help!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Many people struggle to claim or liquidate investments and insurance policies due to procedural issues.

Why 2014 was a turbulent year for India's aviation sector

Why 2014 was a turbulent year for India's aviation sector

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

National carrier Air India became part of the 27-member global airlines grouping Star Alliance, as budget airline AirAsia India launched operations and Tata-SIA joint venture carrier Vistara received the flying permit and announced its intentions to start operations from January 9.

After 3 false starts, can Pune transform itself into a smart city?

After 3 false starts, can Pune transform itself into a smart city?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Pune, the city that made it to second spot in the Smart City Challenge competition earlier this year, is not new to the concept.

Why things can only get worse for the Shiv Sena

Why things can only get worse for the Shiv Sena

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

The Raj Thackeray-led Maharashra Navnirman Sena deteriorated thanks to its own doing and absolute lack of vision. Now it seems it is only a matter of time before the Shiv Sena goes the same way. Both cousins will ensure they finish the 'Sena', says N Suresh.

Rupee fall to cushion wage hike impact at Infosys

Rupee fall to cushion wage hike impact at Infosys

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

HCL Technologies and Infosys should benefit more than TCS and Wipro

5 reasons why your start-up is not making money

5 reasons why your start-up is not making money

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Read on to learn how you can get funding for your business right now!

Jat stir rattles India Inc

Jat stir rattles India Inc

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

Govt assurances fail to cut ice with Jat leaders as agitation intensifies, Maruti halts production at two plants; highways, railway lines blocked

How Amazon tries to woo customers in India

How Amazon tries to woo customers in India

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Amazon's investors are counting on its international business and expansion to help drive growth and support its $165 billion market value, one of the highest among US firms.

Corporate leaders whose moves will be most watched in 2015

Corporate leaders whose moves will be most watched in 2015

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

India Inc has few leaders who are likely to grab headlines in 2015.

Demonetisation's overnight celebrity

Demonetisation's overnight celebrity

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

Nivedita Mookerji finds out how Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma is handling his soaring popularity after the note ban as well as the criticism that comes as a package deal.

Holcim-Ambuja deal gets thumbs down from investors

Holcim-Ambuja deal gets thumbs down from investors

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Move by Swiss cement major Holcim to simplify its Indian structure has not gone down well with institutional investors.

We do well because we don't think of competition: Jeff Bezos

We do well because we don't think of competition: Jeff Bezos

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

The chief executive of the e-commerce giant is making his second visit to India -- the first since Amazon entered this market.

The week of reckoning for the Samajwadi Party

The week of reckoning for the Samajwadi Party

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

On Thursday, November 3, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav will launch his Samajwadi Rath Yatra. The official launch of the party's election campaign, but also a way of assessing how much traction he has among the people.

New I-T return forms will simplify filing for majority

New I-T return forms will simplify filing for majority

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Unless they have capital gains or assets abroad, most individuals will need to file ITR-1 or ITR-2A.

How RBI rate cut will boost housing demand

How RBI rate cut will boost housing demand

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

The real estate industry today hailed the RBI's decision to cut key interest rate, saying the move will boost housing demand and also improve sentiments in the sluggish property market.

5 tips to make money from your blogs

5 tips to make money from your blogs

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

You should know who your customer is and what problem you are going to address with your blog.

Yes, we are comfortable on streets, unlike Jaitley: Yogendra Yadav

Yes, we are comfortable on streets, unlike Jaitley: Yogendra Yadav

Rediff.com7 Feb 2015

Aam Aadmi Party chief spokesperson Yogendra Yadav tells Somesh Jha how Delhi has moved beyond Shahi Imam-type politics. Yadav also takes a dig at Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, and says the AAP had formulated its policies on the streets, unlike the Bharatiya Janata Party.

How swachh is Narendra Modi's business 'abhiyan'?

How swachh is Narendra Modi's business 'abhiyan'?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Indian business has many legitimate grievances against the political class for not delivering an optimal business environment.

How India can escape the dry spell doom

How India can escape the dry spell doom

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

Since 2000, India has had three serious droughts.

Ads focus on older generation, joint family

Ads focus on older generation, joint family

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Advertisers look at large families as target audience and speak to the 50-year old plus.

How this start-up helps poor people get good jobs

How this start-up helps poor people get good jobs

Rediff.com25 May 2015

Babajob.com is trying to help unorganised blue-collar workers get better employment.

How AAP routed the BJP: Read this interview!

How AAP routed the BJP: Read this interview!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

'The partnership of Amit Shah and Narendra Modi has made their biggest mistake. They have been very successful for their party in the last two years, but this batting pair has made the biggest political mistake of their life so far, which is calling Kejriwal a chor. It will backfire on them.'