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PG, PhD Scholarships For Gurukul Scholars

PG, PhD Scholarships For Gurukul Scholars

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Gurukul-educated students can now pursue postgraduate and doctoral research through the Setubandha Scholar Scheme. Selected fellows will receive a monthly fellowship of Rs 40,000 to Rs 65,000 and an annual contingency grant of Rs 1-2 lakhs.

Tatas to create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in 5 yrs: N Chandrasekaran

Tatas to create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in 5 yrs: N Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Tata Group will create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in the next five years across sectors such as semiconductor, electric vehicles, battery and related industries, its Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Tuesday.

Pant, LSG fined for slower over rate against RCB

Pant, LSG fined for slower over rate against RCB

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant has been fined Rs 30 lakh for maintaining a slow over rate during his team's defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their last IPL match in Lucknow on Tuesday.

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'China reduced its exports of urea to India gradually.' 'In 2020-2021 we imported 28 lakh tonnes of urea which reduced to 16 lakh tonnes in 2022-2023 and that has now reduced to 1 lakh tonnes in 2024-2025.'

Planning To Freeze Your Eggs? What You Must Know

Planning To Freeze Your Eggs? What You Must Know

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Dr Sulbha Arora, clinical director and fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, explains everything you need to know about egg freezing in India, including the process, the cost and the risks involved.

Mutual fund industry on a high; asset surges Rs 17 lakh cr in 2024

Mutual fund industry on a high; asset surges Rs 17 lakh cr in 2024

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

After a stellar 2023, the mutual fund industry sustained its growth momentum in 2024 with an impressive Rs 17 lakh crore surge in assets, driven by buoyant equity markets, robust economic growth, and increasing investor participation. Experts are predicting the positive trend will extend into 2025.

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas fined after match winning knock

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas fined after match winning knock

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer was fined for Rs 24 lakh for his team's slow over rate during the Qualifier 2 match against Mumbai Indians.

What Insurance Should You Buy?

What Insurance Should You Buy?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Young investors with a higher risk appetite are better off with a combination of term insurance and equity funds.

Small SUVs likely to see maximum growth post GST cut

Small SUVs likely to see maximum growth post GST cut

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The small sports utility vehicle (SUV) segment - comprising models less than 4 metres in length - could witness the "maximum" growth among all categories in the coming months following the recent goods and services tax (GST) rate rationalisation, Tarun Garg, chief operating officer of Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), said.

Minimum one-way Delhi-London airfare zooms over Rs 1 lakh

Minimum one-way Delhi-London airfare zooms over Rs 1 lakh

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

Minimum one-way air fares between Delhi and London are priced upwards of Rs one lakh in August due to limited number of seats, data collected by Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) shows. The United Kingdom has included India in the amber list and the change came into effect from Sunday. With this, passengers from India needn't undergo institutional quarantine and can self-isolate at home for 10 days.

More pain for Rishabh Pant after MI thrashing

More pain for Rishabh Pant after MI thrashing

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Captain Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 24 lakh for LSG's slow over-rate against Mumbai Indians.

$800/tonne minimum export price imposed on onion

$800/tonne minimum export price imposed on onion

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The government on Saturday imposed a minimum export price (MEP) of $800 per tonne on onion exports till December 31 this year with a view to increase availability of the vegetable in the domestic market and contain prices. The decision will come into effect from October 29. Besides, the government has also announced the procurement of additional 2 lakh tonnes of onion for the buffer, over and above the 5 lakh tonnes already procured.

India Inc promoters holding slumps to 8-yr low in Q1

India Inc promoters holding slumps to 8-yr low in Q1

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Promoters' ownership in private listed companies declined to an eight-year low of 40.58 per cent as of June 30, 2025, following a net share sale worth Rs 54,732 crore during the quarter, according to data from primeinfobase.com, an initiative of PRIME Database Group.

Sitharaman on the merits of next gen GST reforms

Sitharaman on the merits of next gen GST reforms

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The next generation GST reforms would 'absolutely' set an economy open and transparent with further reduction in compliance burden and benefiting small businesses, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday.

Private Talent At PSU Banks Is Welcome, But...

Private Talent At PSU Banks Is Welcome, But...

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Opening up the corner office is fine, but will the government be able to attract talent without giving a market-rate salary?, asks Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Covid Surge: Check Your Health Cover

Covid Surge: Check Your Health Cover

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Opt for a minimum cover of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, especially in urban and metro areas.'

MFs Vs PMS: What Fits Your Portfolio?

MFs Vs PMS: What Fits Your Portfolio?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

MFs offer scale, simplicity, liquidity, and tax efficiency, and are an excellent vehicle for disciplined SIP investing. PMS is better suited for larger portfolios with equity allocation of Rs 3 crore to Rs 5 crore.

RR skipper Samson fined Rs 12 lakh

RR skipper Samson fined Rs 12 lakh

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate during the Indian Premier League match against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur.

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Mhatre, Raghuvanshi, Kotian star attractions as 280 players go under the hammer

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

11 Sebi Rules That Can Supercharge Your MFs Returns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

SEBI's blockbuster reforms are rewriting the rules of mutual fund investing -- faster growth, sharper transparency, and smarter safeguards that put investors first, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Mid-Income Homebuyers Return as Banks Slash Loan Rates

Mid-Income Homebuyers Return as Banks Slash Loan Rates

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Home purchase affordability has improved in the first half of calendar year (CY) 2025, after the RBI reduced the repo rate by 100 basis points (bps), according to real estate consultancy Knight Frank India.

IPL 2025: RCB skipper Patidar fined for slow over-rate

IPL 2025: RCB skipper Patidar fined for slow over-rate

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar was fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians.

New jetty at Mumbai's Gateway of India gets SC nod

New jetty at Mumbai's Gateway of India gets SC nod

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a plea against the construction of a new passenger jetty and terminal at the Gateway of India in Mumbai, upholding a Bombay High Court verdict that allowed the project to proceed. The project aims to improve passenger travel between South Mumbai and other locations.

SC flags discrimination against disabled in jobs, seeks Centre's reply

SC flags discrimination against disabled in jobs, seeks Centre's reply

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court has raised concerns about discrimination against persons with disabilities in employment, questioning the Centre on the lack of 'upward movement' for meritorious candidates. The court also ordered nationwide monitoring of care institutions for persons with cognitive disabilities.

GoI greenlights bike taxis, over to states

GoI greenlights bike taxis, over to states

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

While mobility aggregators such as Rapido and Uber have welcomed the decision, gig workers associations and unions remain concerned.

IPL 2025: Royals' captain Parag fined for slow over rate

IPL 2025: Royals' captain Parag fined for slow over rate

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Rajasthan Royals' captain Riyan Parag has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow overrate during his team's six-run victory over Chennai Super Kings.

Got minimum guarantee idea from PM's '15 lakh promise: Rahul

Got minimum guarantee idea from PM's '15 lakh promise: Rahul

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

'I felt that the idea about putting money into bank accounts of the poor was a right one if implemented with sincerity'

Minimum capital deposit for brokers hiked to Rs 50 lakh

Minimum capital deposit for brokers hiked to Rs 50 lakh

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

Regulator ha also proposed a higher base minimum capital for those using high-frequency algorithmic trading.

When A Bank Account Has No Nominee

When A Bank Account Has No Nominee

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Whenever possible, the karta or head of the family should openly discuss the future distribution of movable and immovable property with all legal heirs.

Is Your Savings Account Losing You Money?

Is Your Savings Account Losing You Money?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

One should avoid keeping excessive funds in one's savings account.

Electoral rolls can't remain static, need to be revised: SC

Electoral rolls can't remain static, need to be revised: SC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

"There is bound to be revision," the top court said, "otherwise, how will the poll panel delete the names of those who are dead, migrated or shifted to other constituencies?"

Pandya, Nehra fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Pandya, Nehra fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya and his team were handed hefty fines for maintaining a slow over-rate, while rival side Gujarat Titans's head coach Ashish Nehra was also copped a financial penalty and demerit point for conduct "contrary to the spirit of the game" in the IPL match in Mumbai on Tuesday.

EPFO's minimum scheme to benefit 32 lakh pensioners

EPFO's minimum scheme to benefit 32 lakh pensioners

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The order also provides that the field office will incur expenditure on the facilitation function under the head of publicity.

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

A nationwide strike called by trade unions to protest against the central government's labor policies had a mixed impact across India. While normal life remained largely unaffected in most parts of the country, some sectors like banking, transport, and insurance experienced disruptions. Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in West Bengal.

Heard About Long-Short Funds?

Heard About Long-Short Funds?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'Long-short SIFs are designed for seasoned, high-risk, high-reward investors, who understand market volatility.'

Confused by Too Many Mutual Fund Options? Do it This Way!

Confused by Too Many Mutual Fund Options? Do it This Way!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

When the market is down, you can buy more units, which offers you the rupee cost averaging. But the question here is, with so many options available in the market, which one should you choose? Keep reading to get the answer.

SC fines man with Rs 4.54 cr for cutting over 400 trees

SC fines man with Rs 4.54 cr for cutting over 400 trees

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan made the observation while rejecting the plea of a man who had chopped down 454 trees in the protected Taj Trapezium Zone.

'Retail losses in derivatives is a concern'

'Retail losses in derivatives is a concern'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'Sebi's measures are necessary to align the derivatives market with its underlying cash market, as the current disconnect is unsustainable.'

Pant fined for slow over-rate; Digvesh for celebration

Pant fined for slow over-rate; Digvesh for celebration

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant copped a fine of Rs 12 lakh for maintaining slow over-rate during their 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians in the IPL match in Lucknow on Saturday.

Retail Algo: Trust Data, Not Hype

Retail Algo: Trust Data, Not Hype

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'Begin with a small investment, observe performance, then scale up gradually.'