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Cauvery bandh brings Bengaluru to halt

Cauvery bandh brings Bengaluru to halt

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

A bandh to protest against the release of Cauvery waters to Tamil Nadu has brought Karnataka to a standstill on Friday

Can Sebi stop the menace of ponzi schemes?

Can Sebi stop the menace of ponzi schemes?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Sebi on Monday decided to declare illegal mobilisation of funds as a "fraudulent and unfair trade practice".

Violence mars Bengaluru's business-friendly image

Violence mars Bengaluru's business-friendly image

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Most technology companies such as Infosys and Wipro, multinationals such as Amazon and IBM, and start-ups such as Flipkart have made the city their home thanks to its salubrious climate, cosmopolitan culture, and the ability to get talent locally

Calcutta HC revokes Mamata govt's restrictions on Durga idol immersion

Calcutta HC revokes Mamata govt's restrictions on Durga idol immersion

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

The court asked the state government to chalk out designated routes for immersion and tazia processions.

Union minister Ananth Kumar passes away

Union minister Ananth Kumar passes away

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

A six-time member of Parliament, Kumar had climbed the political ladder steadily from being an Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh worker to be the Union minister in his thirties.

Are you aware of your workplace rights?

Are you aware of your workplace rights?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

Did you know that employers have to pay equal remuneration to its male and female employees who are carrying out the same or similar work?

Why many Indians won't be able to afford air travel

Why many Indians won't be able to afford air travel

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

'Earlier, when they were selling tickets at Rs 1,000, a family of five could travel by flight.' 'When it comes to realistic pricing and the price becomes Rs 5,000, a family of five will have shell out Rs 25,000.' 'How many will be able to afford that?' 'You will see people switching back to train travel which is more realistic.'

Are retail-investing proposals inspiring?

Are retail-investing proposals inspiring?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

Sebi's suggestions are good but investors should not become overconfident.

Partial response in Valley to strike call against Modi visit

Partial response in Valley to strike call against Modi visit

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

The strike called by separatist groups against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday evoked a partial response in the Valley.

From Delhi to Kerala, rain continues to wreak havoc

From Delhi to Kerala, rain continues to wreak havoc

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The national capital received heavy precipitation resulting in waterlogging on several roads and traffic jams at various intersections.

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

From the Raj to Azadi, how I saw India change

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Bharati Dutt witnessed life-changing events that shaped India on the threshold of freedom. Her memories are an account of how ordinary Indians saw India change.

Could Centre have avoided TN's contempt plea in Cauvery case?

Could Centre have avoided TN's contempt plea in Cauvery case?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

A possible, easier and less-complicated way for the Centre would have been to approach the SC with the same queries much earlier, before a ground-swell of popular sentiments and consequent political tensions had built up in Tamil Nadu, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Questions on coronavirus answered

Questions on coronavirus answered

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

A virologist answers questions on the deadly virus presently haunting the world.

Pawar eyes Opposition top slot but Mamata won't allow it

Pawar eyes Opposition top slot but Mamata won't allow it

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Banerjee feels that as long as Sonia Gandhi is the leader of the Congress Parliamentary Party, she should be the undisputed leader of a united front of opposition parties, reports R Rajagopalan.

Eiffel Tower, Coliseum, Sphinx... now all in China

Eiffel Tower, Coliseum, Sphinx... now all in China

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

China brings the world to its doorstep with scale replicas of famous tourist destinations from across the world.

Gallery of the strange! 10 odd, out of the ordinary photos

Gallery of the strange! 10 odd, out of the ordinary photos

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

10 odd images from the world

Sai's Take: What I learnt from Modi's Express interview

Sai's Take: What I learnt from Modi's Express interview

Rediff.com13 May 2019

'Modi's interview style is distinct, and alas one that is increasingly being followed by others as well, notably by the man who is out to challenge him, Rahul Gandhi.' 'This may appear aggressive and combative to readers and viewers, but the fact is that sometimes it becomes unclear as to who is interviewing who,' discovers Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

We must not forget the Battle of Saragarhi

We must not forget the Battle of Saragarhi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

September 12 marked the 122th anniversary of one of the most incredible battles in Indian history.

The restroom diaries

The restroom diaries

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

'Every time I resist using a public loo, I remember my mother warning me how I would develop a kidney problem.' 'Now, I tell her I'd rather not have a skin infection or some other disease brought by using one,' says Divya Nair.

Trade bodies welcome govt focus on aviation infrastructure

Trade bodies welcome govt focus on aviation infrastructure

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

In their pre-budget expectations, they also asked the government to assess the option of developing unused airstrips located in various parts of the country to boost air connectivity.

Apple posts largest profit in corporate history

Apple posts largest profit in corporate history

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Profit of $18 billion was the biggest ever reported by a public company, worldwide.

Start-up policy to get makeover

Start-up policy to get makeover

Rediff.com15 May 2017

The move is expected to create space for more budding entrepreneurs in the country to be eligible for self-certification, relaxed public procurement norms, rebate in patent filing, start-up funding, investment and easier closure compliance.

Sensex ends shy of 26K ahead of US Fed meet; Metal shares drag

Sensex ends shy of 26K ahead of US Fed meet; Metal shares drag

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The winter session of Parliament will commence on November 26.

As rains paralysed Mumbai, people slept in offices, train stations

As rains paralysed Mumbai, people slept in offices, train stations

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

The place of work turned into place of stay or a dormitory for the office goers and almost all the offices, especially those of state-run institutions that dominate the south Mumbai area, hosted employees for the night.

Mission accomplished, says Edward Snowden

Mission accomplished, says Edward Snowden

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

Intelligence whistleblower Edward Snowden has said that he has already "accomplished" his mission by leaking details of global electronic surveillance by America that have embarrassed the Obama administration and forced a review of the United States spying policies.

Trouble brewing in Air India over pilots' pay cut

Trouble brewing in Air India over pilots' pay cut

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

Trouble is again brewing in Air India ahead of the upcoming busy holiday season, with a section of pilots resenting a proposed 15 per cent cut in their allowances, saying such a reduction would place their pay packets below what was prevailing in the market.

'People's President' Kalam laid to rest with full state honours

'People's President' Kalam laid to rest with full state honours

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

In a spontaneous outpouring of grief, thousands of people bid an emotional farewell to former President APJ Abdul Kalam who was on Thursday laid to rest with full state honours in his home town here amid chants of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai".

#377: Don't look, but India is changing!

#377: Don't look, but India is changing!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

In the past decade-and-a-half, sections of urban India have become much more liberal about accepting gay men and women than our colonial-era laws might have suggested, says Rahul Jacob.

Apple market cap could hit $1-trillion mark

Apple market cap could hit $1-trillion mark

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Gains in shares of Apple Inc could take the world's largest publicly traded company to a market capitalisation of perhaps as high as $1 trillion, some of the country's biggest investors said on Monday.

Work together as a team for nation building: PM tells civil servants

Work together as a team for nation building: PM tells civil servants

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Addressing bureaucrats on Civil Services Day in New Delhi, he asked them to experiment to bring in change besides increasing engagement with the people for greater results.

SBI Boss: Banks will be back to 'normal' by November 30

SBI Boss: Banks will be back to 'normal' by November 30

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

'We have collected Rs 83,702 crore in deposits in five days.'

Beijing-Shanghai bullet train: World's most profitable high-speed rail

Beijing-Shanghai bullet train: World's most profitable high-speed rail

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Known as the "the world's most profitable high-speed rail," the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed railway covers more than 1,300 km within five hours.

Your first job: What you should expect

Your first job: What you should expect

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

The first job is an extension of your education, because when you complete your education, you know 'how to write an exam' or even 'how to communicate', but you do not know 'how to work.'

Lahore terror attack: Pak launches military ops

Lahore terror attack: Pak launches military ops

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Pakistan on Monday launched a massive military operation in Punjab province in the wake of the deadly Taliban suicide bombing in Lahore, conducting raids and making several arrests.

'Irrfan's not going to die'

'Irrfan's not going to die'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Varun Gautam, Irrfan's friend from his Jaipur days, learned about Irrfan's illness when he received a phone call from Sutapa. This was sometime before Irrfan officially announced his illness. He assured her, 'Even if the doctors are concerned, he will still stay alive.'

Two more companies queue up for IPO amid bullish sentiments

Two more companies queue up for IPO amid bullish sentiments

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Uniparts India and PNC Infratech are the latest companies to file initial public offer papers.

How to Raise A Happy Child

How to Raise A Happy Child

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

We all want the same things for our children. We want them to grow up to love and be loved, to follow their dreams, to find success. Mostly, though, we want them to be happy. But just how much control do we have over our children's happiness? A must read from Lachmi Deb Roy's Are You Overparenting? Why Doing Everything Possible Harms Your Child.

Media sector to have a moderate start this year

Media sector to have a moderate start this year

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

After a robust Q4 FY14, thanks to election spends on advertising across platforms, media entities might see slightly lower ad revenue growth at 12 to 14 per cent.

'Every morning our officers go to the RBI begging for money'

'Every morning our officers go to the RBI begging for money'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

'Today may be the last day for depositing old notes, but tomorrow all the worries of the banks will not go away.' 'As long as there is cash shortage, banks will not be able to function normally.' 'Nobody knows when the shortage will be over.'

Budget goodies for GIFT City, markets likely

Budget goodies for GIFT City, markets likely

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

Ministry considering tax sops for India's first global financial centre, steps to liberalise futures and options markets.