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Gopal Kanda supports BJP, triggers row over his past

Gopal Kanda supports BJP, triggers row over his past

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

The apparent BJP move to accept Kanda's support was slammed by the opposition Congress and BJP leader Uma Bharti, who recalled the row in which the politician was involved when as a minister in Haryana's Congress government in 2012.

What the Supreme Court told us this year

What the Supreme Court told us this year

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

From Rafale relief to heat on realtors, 10 landmark Supreme Court judgments in 2018.

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Costlier green crackers may just dampen Delhi's Diwali spirits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Delhi, which has gained infamy as one of the world's most polluted cities, has for some years now witnessed a sustained campaign from various quarters seeking a ban on firecrackers. While the Centre launched the newly approved, eco-friendly firecrackers earlier this month as a "safer and cheaper" alternative, the mood in the market is tepid, says Ritwik Sharma.

Pandering of so-called wilful defaulters is peculiar to India

Pandering of so-called wilful defaulters is peculiar to India

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Despite the Indian government's recent efforts anecdotal evidence indicates that there has been little change in the extortionist behaviour of a significant proportion of tax and police officials, says Jaimini Bhagwati.

61% of economic crimes committed by employees, says survey

61% of economic crimes committed by employees, says survey

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

The top three industries in India susceptible to economic crimes are financial services, manufacturing and professional services

'Nothing lasts forever'

'Nothing lasts forever'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

'I don't get attached to my success,' Ayushmann Khurrana tells Kavita Chowdhury.

How the economy stands to gain from bank recapitalisation move

How the economy stands to gain from bank recapitalisation move

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

The move will have cascading effects for lot of related sectors

Saluting the Vishaka judgment, 20 years on

Saluting the Vishaka judgment, 20 years on

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

This historic Vishaka judgement brought the issue of sexual harassment in the workplace into the mainstream discourse says Kanika Dutta.

'Credit, liquidity should top agenda of Modi 2.0'

'Credit, liquidity should top agenda of Modi 2.0'

Rediff.com24 May 2019

'We all wanted a strong Centre with a decisive mandate from the people, to allow them to take bold decisions.'

Rs 5,000-crore stressed asset fund for MSMEs mooted

Rs 5,000-crore stressed asset fund for MSMEs mooted

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

The RBI panel has also recommended a government-sponsored 'fund of funds' of Rs 10,000 crore to support the venture capital and private equity firms investing in the MSME sector.

In defence of farm loan waivers

In defence of farm loan waivers

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Farm loan waivers should not be regarded as expenditure but as incentive and investment, argues B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Love him, hate him, Dan Brown is a rockstar!

Love him, hate him, Dan Brown is a rockstar!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Bestselling author Dan Brown spoke at the Penguin Annual Lecture in Mumbai on November 12. Snapshots from the evening

E-commerce draft policy plugs gifting loophole for foreign sites

E-commerce draft policy plugs gifting loophole for foreign sites

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Among other things, taking note of complaints against several Chinese e-commerce players such as Shein, Ali Express etc for sending shipments as 'gifts' to customers in India and avoiding duties, the government has now mandated that all e-commerce sites and apps must have a registered business entity. This will be the importer on record and subject to customs rules, report Subhayan Chakraborty, Neha Alawadhi and Karan Choudhury.

'The last couple of years have been very good'

'The last couple of years have been very good'

Rediff.com28 May 2020

'My journey as an actor started to evolve when Web series started blowing out in a big way.' 'I lucked out because Inside Edge was one of the first big shows so that gave me a good platform, and led to more opportunities.' 'Web series have an ensemble star cast, and the characters are well written.' 'It's not only about a hero or a villain.'

CBI chargesheets Hooda, others in Manesar land case

CBI chargesheets Hooda, others in Manesar land case

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

The case pertains to alleged corruption in Manesar land deals worth over Rs 1,500 crore, in which around 200 farmers were cheated.

Why car recalls are spiking in India

Why car recalls are spiking in India

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

One can see the scale of recalls going up as the market expands.

PNB ready to disburse Rs 16,000 crore in loans

PNB ready to disburse Rs 16,000 crore in loans

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'We have already sanctioned loans worth over Rs 3,000 crore to around 120,000 customers.'

What 2019 holds for the banking sector

What 2019 holds for the banking sector

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

The evolving RBI-government relationship, a reversal in the interest rate cycle and return to profitability will dominate bankers' conversation this year, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

From Dharavi with love: Mc Altaf raps for you

From Dharavi with love: Mc Altaf raps for you

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

'My parents have been teaching me that if I see something wrong happening, I need to take a stand and fight for the truth.' 'That's what I plan on continuing to do with my music.'

Why corporates must design projects to involve local populace

Why corporates must design projects to involve local populace

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Businesses that either take local communities for granted or see them as an obstacle to be 'managed' are skating on thin ice.

Can robotics really ease hiring pain?

Can robotics really ease hiring pain?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

HR can make better hiring decisions with solutions powered by robotics & machine learning.

Modi@2: Government meets India Inc's expectations on reforms

Modi@2: Government meets India Inc's expectations on reforms

Rediff.com26 May 2016

The average rating was seven out of 10.

Parrikar in new controversy... this time over land in Goa

Parrikar in new controversy... this time over land in Goa

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

"U-turn minister" Parrikar had publicly promised, when he was chief minister three years ago, that no more Goa land would be handed over to the Centre.

Chidambaram may stick to Pranab's line on DTC

Chidambaram may stick to Pranab's line on DTC

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

This means taxpayers might continue to enjoy exemption on maturity of their investments

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'50% of students lose out because of lack of English language skills.' 'Only 15% to 20% have the functional skills companies are looking for.'

Public banks demands remain largely unmet in Budget

Public banks demands remain largely unmet in Budget

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Pulbic banks have no reason to cheer Budget announcement.

Can Snapdeal become India's Alibaba?

Can Snapdeal become India's Alibaba?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

The 24-hour delivery offer applies only to select postal codes and is not available across the country.

Many hits, some misses by Sebi under U K Sinha

Many hits, some misses by Sebi under U K Sinha

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

The second-longest serving chairman introduced quite a few measures for the primary market and implemented a new corporate governance framework.

Uber's 4,000 drivers were not verified by cops

Uber's 4,000 drivers were not verified by cops

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Uber, the United States-based cab service against which a first information report was registered by the police had around 4,000 drivers working for it in Delhi but the company had no idea whether any of them were verified by cops or had a Public Transport Vehicle (PSV) badge which is mandatory to drive any public transport vehicle in the city.

Are we Indians technology-averse?

Are we Indians technology-averse?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Some examples that show we may be call for introspection, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

How to Fight Slowdown: Demand Revival Is Key

How to Fight Slowdown: Demand Revival Is Key

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

'The current crisis is one of incomes, driven by poor job growth, agrarian distress and poor investment sentiment,' notes Harsh Pati Singhania, director, JK Organisation.

Court sends Kejriwal's personal secretary to one-day judicial custody

Court sends Kejriwal's personal secretary to one-day judicial custody

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

CBI has alleged in court that Kumar, an "influential" officer, was intimidating witnesses.

How foreign telcos got bruised in India

How foreign telcos got bruised in India

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

In effect, companies which put their money in telecom in India would have done much better to keep the cash in bank and earn interest.

China, the world's bully

China, the world's bully

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

'When Modi was having his maiden meeting with Donald Trump, China is up to its old tricks again, by causing a distraction on the Doklam plateau,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

'What matters is good returns for our investors'

'What matters is good returns for our investors'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

'In India, most funds have one or at most two platforms, but we are the only one which has four -- growth equity practice, real estate practice, a special situation and credit platform, and infrastructure.'

Spectrum bounty: How much will the govt get?

Spectrum bounty: How much will the govt get?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The marketplace was simply not conducive to the extension and evolution of broadband networks, particularly for less dense rural markets, so connectivity and services suffered.

COVID-19 tally in India crosses 2,500 mark; 76 dead

COVID-19 tally in India crosses 2,500 mark; 76 dead

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

A home ministry official said while 9,000 Tablighi Jamaat members and their primary contacts have been quarantined till now across the country due to "massive efforts" to check the outbreak, the Centre has written to all states and union territories that "the lockdown measures should be implemented in letter and spirit".

Modi, Jaitley must fix the economy jat pat!

Modi, Jaitley must fix the economy jat pat!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

'The hour is very late, and the choice between triumph and tragedy knocks at our door,' says Ajay Shah.

IndiGo: A saga of mistrust, broken friendship and a bruised airline

IndiGo: A saga of mistrust, broken friendship and a bruised airline

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Whatever the final outcome of this unhappy episode, one thing is clear: a glass once cracked cannot be fixed. The trust is gone forever and the relationship between two old friends lies in tatters. For now, IndiGo, the airline, will have to learn to soar with two angry and distracted commanders, says Anjuli Bhargava.

Mann ki Baat: PM talks about Kerala floods, triple talaq

Mann ki Baat: PM talks about Kerala floods, triple talaq

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

From triple talaq to simultaneous polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday touched upon the various issues n his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio address.