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10 Reasons Why Dating Is Hard In India

10 Reasons Why Dating Is Hard In India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Parental interference is a nuisance for young Indian daters, observes Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating app. They either have a problem with the person their child is dating or with dating in general.

Future Retail independent directors drag Amazon to CCI

Future Retail independent directors drag Amazon to CCI

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Amazon violated FDI norms, allege Future Retail independent directors.

Army Angry With Former Puppet Imran Khan

Army Angry With Former Puppet Imran Khan

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The press briefing seemed a deliberate decision to let the army convey its angst to Imran directly, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RAW, India's external intelligence agency.

Major Ruchi, The UN Peacekeeper in Congo

Major Ruchi, The UN Peacekeeper in Congo

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

Major Ruchi Agarwal is commander of the United Nations Female Engagement Team in the conflict-ridden Democratic Republic of Congo.

At MEA meet, a rare political consensus: All agree on UNGA abstention

At MEA meet, a rare political consensus: All agree on UNGA abstention

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Congress leaders have supported the Union government's stand of abstaining from voting in the anti-Russia resolution in the United Nations General Assembly, informed sources on Thursday.

RBI Governor Is A Trapeze Artist

RBI Governor Is A Trapeze Artist

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Shaktikanta Das is a master of the finest balancing act who listens to all but takes his own decisions, discovers Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

An Indian American in the White House?

An Indian American in the White House?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

What would an Indian American president of the US look like, sound like and act like, especially on issues and policies pertaining to his or her 'mother-land'?, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

What are Amit, Priyanka doing in UP?

What are Amit, Priyanka doing in UP?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

With about 18 weeks to go for the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, the state is being barnstormed by one notable politician after another.

Good Time To Rebalance Your Portfolio

Good Time To Rebalance Your Portfolio

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

'The minimum holding period for equities should be three years.' 'Try goal-based investing.' 'Link your equity portfolios to specific goals such as retirement, purchase of a house or car...'

10 Ways To Spice Up Your Sex Life

10 Ways To Spice Up Your Sex Life

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Your relationship can still be as intimate as before. All you have to do is to try some new blings, keep note of a few slings, and have an open mind for new things.

'The audience loved Helen then, they still do'

'The audience loved Helen then, they still do'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'It was because of the strength of Helenji's performance that I was even called on stage to present her with the coveted Black Lady.'

Why Putin Is Threatening A Nuclear War

Why Putin Is Threatening A Nuclear War

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

'When the war against Ukraine that Putin started is not going the way he was expecting it to and his military options are getting onerous, a bit of nuclear sabre rattling is what he hopes will turn things around for him and Russia.'

Has Online Dating Given Women More POWER?

Has Online Dating Given Women More POWER?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

81% female users say online dating helps them overcome their shyness and boosts their confidence.

Pawar and I keen to unite non-BJP Opposition, says Nitish after meetings

Pawar and I keen to unite non-BJP Opposition, says Nitish after meetings

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday called for a "main front" of all non-BJP parties to take on the ruling alliance in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and asserted that the decision on its leadership can be taken later.

India's banks, financial markets can withstand extreme volatility: Das

India's banks, financial markets can withstand extreme volatility: Das

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday said despite the latest headwinds arising from the Jackson Hole summit leading to extreme volatility, our banking system and financial markets are strong enough to withstand such pressures. Taking the markets by surprise, US Fed chair Jerome Powell had told the annual Jackson Hole summit of central bankers and economists last week that he would have to keep raising federal fund rates to tame inflation, which remains the biggest challenge to the world's largest economy. He also warned of the pains that such monetary policy actions would create on growth and jobs.

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Irrespective of the number of seats the Grand Alliance led by the RJD gets, it is a "good achievement" and it will give inspiration to the young generation, Pawar added.

'I have raised Rs 90,000 crore'

'I have raised Rs 90,000 crore'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

'The ship has been stabilised.' 'For the last 6-7 quarters, profitability is stable around Rs 250-Rs 300 crore.'

'Brilliant businesses were not built on money, but on great ideas'

'Brilliant businesses were not built on money, but on great ideas'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

'People will say a lot of things -- ignore the noise.'

How to make Watermelon Dhokla

How to make Watermelon Dhokla

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Bethica Das from Sharjah shares her special recipe.

Army adopts 'deaf and mute' village in J-K, plans welfare measures

Army adopts 'deaf and mute' village in J-K, plans welfare measures

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

There are 78 such people in the village, of which 41 are women and 30 children aged three to 15 years.

Time to book PROFITS in stock markets?

Time to book PROFITS in stock markets?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Even if the bull run may continue, most experts say some profit booking is called for, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.

How T20 Leagues Are Killing The Spirit Of Cricket

How T20 Leagues Are Killing The Spirit Of Cricket

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Just like it happens in football, where everybody from around the world wants to play in European leagues, every cricketer would dream to play in the Big Bash, IPL and The Hundred, explains Abhishek Singh.

RBI rate hike, Fed fears spook markets, Sensex plunges Rs 1300 pts

RBI rate hike, Fed fears spook markets, Sensex plunges Rs 1300 pts

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Equities went into a tailspin on Wednesday after the Reserve Bank surprised the market with a mid-cycle rate hike in a bid to tame soaring inflation.

Boeing's Plans For India's Defence Aatmanirbharta

Boeing's Plans For India's Defence Aatmanirbharta

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'The future is about autonomy and tanking.'

5 Non-Coding Tech Jobs That Pay Well

5 Non-Coding Tech Jobs That Pay Well

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

These jobs don't necessarily require a degree in engineering or specialisation in coding.

K'taka CM-BSY meet amid discontent among ministers

K'taka CM-BSY meet amid discontent among ministers

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Tourism Minister Anand Singh and Municipal Administration and Small Scale Industries' Minister N Nagaraj (MTB) have openly expressed displeasure over their portfolio, and have sought "weighty" ones.

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Gujarat Titans have been firing on all cylinders, with their batting prowess and bowling might.

Raksha Bandhan Review

Raksha Bandhan Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Dangerous messaging punctuates every ounce of its storyline wherein dowry is normalised, the kidney is a small price to pay for it, observes Sukanya Verma.

Want AFSPA repealed, but with Centre's nod: Manipur CM

Want AFSPA repealed, but with Centre's nod: Manipur CM

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Sunday said the people of his state, including himself, want the withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act but only after mutual understanding with the Centre as national security is their top priority.

K'taka Cong chief says no differences with Siddaramaiah over MLC candidates

K'taka Cong chief says no differences with Siddaramaiah over MLC candidates

Rediff.com22 May 2022

He said the state unit only sends the recommendation but does not take sides as to who should be given the ticket.

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

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MFs plan to launch a slew of FMPs as bond yields increase

MFs plan to launch a slew of FMPs as bond yields increase

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

An additional factor spurring the FMP launches is MFs' desire to retain investors as many such offerings are set to mature over the next two months.

Is India A Better Target For China Than Taiwan?

Is India A Better Target For China Than Taiwan?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The Xi Jinping regime might try to quell internal distress by directing nationalism and militarism against India, warn Ajay Shah and Gautam Bambawale.

EPL: Liverpool stay in title hunt with Villa win

EPL: Liverpool stay in title hunt with Villa win

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The win moved Liverpool level with City on 86 points in the standings

'Our employees are the most important part in any business'

'Our employees are the most important part in any business'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

'To get success in business one should know how to create and attract talent and how to retain it.'

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Tesla Inc chief Elon Musk is set to acquire micro-blogging site Twitter for about $44 billion. Back home, India Inc, too, is seeing aggressive merger and acquisition (M&A) activity with PVR-Inox and HDFC-HDFC Bank announcing their mergers recently. While Axis Bank recently acquired Citi India's India retail business, reports suggest Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI) and Mindtree could be eyeing a merger.

What Made KK EXCEPTIONAL

What Made KK EXCEPTIONAL

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'KK had an emotional bandwidth which echoed all the seasons of the heart.'

Does Modi Govt Hate Human Rights Defenders?

Does Modi Govt Hate Human Rights Defenders?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Our government shows a benign mask to the world behind which its fangs are bared against its own citizens, observes Aakar Patel.

'Keenly felt' India and China are no threat to each other: Wang Yi

'Keenly felt' India and China are no threat to each other: Wang Yi

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that during his recent visit to India, he "keenly felt" that both sides had agreed to adhere to the leaders' consensus that the two countries are not a threat to each other and handle and manage their differences.

What Ryan Gosling LOVES About The Gray Man

What Ryan Gosling LOVES About The Gray Man

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

'He is somebody who has no romantic ideas of being James Bond.'