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Opposition's 'people's agenda' to take on Modi

Opposition's 'people's agenda' to take on Modi

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Some of the key proposals of the agenda relate to transforming the banking sector, addressing agrarian distress, countering hate crimes and discrimination, and spurring employment generation.

BHIM, digital transactions get a boost from government

BHIM, digital transactions get a boost from government

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

The Bharat Interface For Money app was launched on the iOS platform earlier this month. It is also available on the more popular Android platform. There have been over 17 million downloads of the BHIM app so far.

Yadav dominance in UP police stations to end?

Yadav dominance in UP police stations to end?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

The Election Commission gets cracking on caste, money and muscle power well ahead of the 2017 Uttar Pradesh elections.

Obamacare is 'dead', says Trump after healthcare win

Obamacare is 'dead', says Trump after healthcare win

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Unfazed by protesters shouting "Shame on you!", Trump and Republicans celebrated after the bill passed the 216-vote threshold, with just one vote to spare

All you want to know about shadow banking

All you want to know about shadow banking

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

In advanced economies where the financial system is more matured, the form of shadow banking is more of risk transformation through securitisation.

Those who worked with World Bank now doubt its ranking: PM

Those who worked with World Bank now doubt its ranking: PM

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Modi said the ease of doing business ranking improved because the government initiated reforms to end difficulties in the lives of people.

A tax checklist for returning NRIs

A tax checklist for returning NRIs

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Disclose foreign assets, redesignate NRO a/c and open a Resident Foreign Currency a/c to park forex earnings

Govt pulls out all stops to ensure smooth Budget session

Govt pulls out all stops to ensure smooth Budget session

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his lieutenants are reaching out across the aisle to get key legislation passed.

Hindujas to invest $10 bn in India's infra projects

Hindujas to invest $10 bn in India's infra projects

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Hinduja Brothers are keen to invest in Indian Infra projects.

5 ways NITI Aayog is using AI to change India

5 ways NITI Aayog is using AI to change India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

'AI will be bigger than the advent of the Internet or the harnessing of electricity.' 'India must embrace it with all its might,' says NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant.

Modi's bid to ease land for companies could impact reforms

Modi's bid to ease land for companies could impact reforms

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Narendra Modi has made it easier for businesses to buy farm land.

Is the minority shareholders of stressed companies getting a raw deal?

Is the minority shareholders of stressed companies getting a raw deal?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Close to a million small shareholders have stake in nine NCLT-bound companies

Chidambaram blames govt for not scrapping retro tax

Chidambaram blames govt for not scrapping retro tax

Rediff.com28 May 2015

P Chidambaram accused the BJP of making a u-turn on bills like GST after having stalled them during the UPA regime.

HSBC under lens for hiring candidates linked to govt officials

HSBC under lens for hiring candidates linked to govt officials

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Facing black money investigations in India and several other countries, global banking giant HSBC on Monday said it is also being probed in the US for hiring candidates related to government officials in Asia Pacific.

Who determines the price -- market or regulator?

Who determines the price -- market or regulator?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Moving from pricing control to a free market means stiff competition.

CBI awaiting nod to act on the high and mighty

CBI awaiting nod to act on the high and mighty

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

As per the norms, sanction for prosecution has to be decided within four months time of the CBI seeking such a permission.

After Manmohan, Chidambaram attacks 'overly-centralised' Modi sarkar

After Manmohan, Chidambaram attacks 'overly-centralised' Modi sarkar

Rediff.com28 May 2015

P Chidambaram rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's veiled charge that Sonia Gandhi was an "unconstitutional authority."

'Economy on right track; FY17 GDP could rise to 7%'

'Economy on right track; FY17 GDP could rise to 7%'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

According to the global financial services firm, FY16 would be a notable year for India with gradual improvement in economic growth and declining inflationary pressures amid falling global commodity prices and policy initiatives.

Need financial advice? Ask the Sarabhais!

Need financial advice? Ask the Sarabhais!

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Ever wondered what financial advice would the Sarabhais of Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai churn out? Read on to know!

Welcome 2015: India Inc has reasons to raise a toast

Welcome 2015: India Inc has reasons to raise a toast

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

Events to keep an eye out for...

'Compliance hassles would be lower with GST'

'Compliance hassles would be lower with GST'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

There is mutual invoice matching which ensures reason why GST was brought in first place, says Adhia.

Why the insolvency process will get longer and more litigious

Why the insolvency process will get longer and more litigious

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

Some experts says that the high net-worth requirement of Rs 50 crore for setting up an IU is a deterrent.

India Inc's wishlist for the finance minister

India Inc's wishlist for the finance minister

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

The forthcoming budget is an excellent opportunity for the Government to fulfill its promise of high economic growth.

Scam helped Rose Valley create Rs 2,500-cr assets

Scam helped Rose Valley create Rs 2,500-cr assets

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Rose Valley is one of the biggest money businesses after Sahara.

Modi must act fast on cleaning up the financial sector mess

Modi must act fast on cleaning up the financial sector mess

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The three main regulators have different approaches to grievance redressal and different standards to stop harmful from coming pitched at the consumer.

Bharat Bandh: Essential services most likely to be hit

Bharat Bandh: Essential services most likely to be hit

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

Trade union leaders claimed that the strike would be even bigger than the one last year as the number of striking workers is expected to swell to 18 crore

Will Telangana issue cloud over Food Bill this monsoon session?

Will Telangana issue cloud over Food Bill this monsoon session?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2013

A heavy agenda including the ordinance on the Food Security Bill awaits the Monsoon session of Parliament beginning on Monday amid expectations that the short sitting will be more businesslike and smooth as compared to the din and dust in the last few sessions.

Early action against banks violating norm: Subbarao

Early action against banks violating norm: Subbarao

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Leaving it to Parliament the issue of amending laws to provide heavier penalty on banks indulging in such acts, RBI Governor D Subbarao also dismissed perceptions that the central bank was going soft on errant banks.

Britain's May loses crunch vote in another massive Brexit defeat

Britain's May loses crunch vote in another massive Brexit defeat

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

The British PM's EU withdrawal deal has been rejected by MPs by an overwhelming 149 votes, with just 17 days to go.

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Kolkata 2001: The Odyssey, viewed from the sidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

20 years ago this week, India and Australia played one of the greatest Test matches in cricket history. Sreehari Nair relives the sound and the fury of that unforgettable game at the Eden Gardens.

Niti Aayog's wrong prescription

Niti Aayog's wrong prescription

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Taking away free healthcare facilities, as recommended by the Aayog, would place a huge burden on the people, especially in rural areas, says Devanik Saha.

India has potential to grow at 10%: Jaitley

India has potential to grow at 10%: Jaitley

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Jaitley said among various reforms labour laws will remain a challenge.

How to get a student visa

How to get a student visa

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

Check if you are eligible. Keep documents ready. Plan in advance to avoid last-minute delays.

'India needs businessmen in Parliament'

'India needs businessmen in Parliament'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

'When you come through the hassles and struggles of business life, your mind is wired differently.' 'You are more connected to reality,' Akali Dal MP Naresh Gujral tells Rahul Jacob and Archis Mohan

Celebrity endorsement deals will be under more scrutiny

Celebrity endorsement deals will be under more scrutiny

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Celebrities will become more responsive to consumer concerns about the brands they endorse.

Top 10 recruitment exams for 2016

Top 10 recruitment exams for 2016

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

From banking to teaching, the list covers all.

Soon you will be able to access driving licence on your mobile

Soon you will be able to access driving licence on your mobile

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The DigiLocker platform, launched on July 1, 2015, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has 2.1 million registered users and 2.4 million documents have been uploaded

GST Bill set to be tabled as states' key demands met

GST Bill set to be tabled as states' key demands met

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

After securing Congress support for a rise in the foreign investment cap in the insurance Bill, this is another key reform Bill where the Centre has managed a broad consensus.

Govt to make overtures to unions to call off Sept 2 stir

Govt to make overtures to unions to call off Sept 2 stir

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

The Left unions want concrete action and not just 'assurances'.

US House approves $1.1 trillion spending bill, averts shutdown

US House approves $1.1 trillion spending bill, averts shutdown

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

The US House of Representatives averted a government shutdown on Thursday, narrowly passing a $1.1 trillion spending bill despite strenuous Democratic objections to controversial financial provisions.