News for 'Jan Dhan'

'Demonetisation was tough decision but people supported it'

'Demonetisation was tough decision but people supported it'

Rediff.com26 May 2017

On the third anniversary of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance government, Modi thanked the 1.25 crore people of the country for standing by him in every decision his government took.

18 lakh persons under I-T lens for 'suspicious' cash deposits

18 lakh persons under I-T lens for 'suspicious' cash deposits

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

They will have to reply within 10 days to avoid any notice from the tax department or further enforcement action.

Economic surveys: A case of hits and misses on GDP numbers

Economic surveys: A case of hits and misses on GDP numbers

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Of the seven surveys presented under Modi govt, predictions of three were quite close to the actual GDP growth rate, one saw the base year change in between, but the last three were way off the mark.

FIRST LOOK: Salman Khan in Sultan!

FIRST LOOK: Salman Khan in Sultan!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

The actor recently shared a picture on Twitter.

Another stimulus package in pipeline, says finance secretary

Another stimulus package in pipeline, says finance secretary

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Finance secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey on Sunday hinted that the government was working on another stimulus package but he refrained from giving a timeframe.

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Indian students planning to study abroad this year have to pay higher fee, fund their quarantine stay and also compete for on campus work opportunities.

Sitharaman may announce 2nd coronavirus relief package this week

Sitharaman may announce 2nd coronavirus relief package this week

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The finance ministry is working on a second relief package for the Indian economy hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak and the 21-day nationwide lockdown imposed to curb the contagion, sources said. Last month, the government announced a Rs 1.70 lakh crore relief package in the form of foodgrains and cash transfers for the poor and vulnerable section of the society to help them deal with the hardships caused by the lockdown. Now, the government is working on a stimulus to be given to hard-hit sectors of the economy after the lockdown is lifted, sources said, adding that an announcement is expected in the next few days depending on the severity of the pandemic.

Happy birthday, Athiya Shetty!

Happy birthday, Athiya Shetty!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Digital India, Virtual Reality

Digital India, Virtual Reality

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Why is the government unwilling to disclose the winners of its DigiDhan Yojana?

Ambani says will provide tech for COVID-19 vaccination drive

Ambani says will provide tech for COVID-19 vaccination drive

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

As India gets ready to roll out one of the largest vaccine programmes, billionaire Mukesh Ambani on Tuesday said his group is working with authorities to provide technology tools and backbone for mass inoculation against COVID-19. Ambani's telecom venture Jio was rolled out four years back, offering free voice calling and dirt-cheap data. Today, Jio is India's largest telecom operator with over 400 million users, each connected to the internet. At a Facebook event, Ambani said the government's digital push kept the country running even during the pandemic and is now helping in the rollout of one of the largest vaccination programmes.

Undisclosed incomes of Rs 3,651 cr detected after note ban

Undisclosed incomes of Rs 3,651 cr detected after note ban

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

The department has found that Rs 100 crore were deposited in 500 Jan Dhan accounts in the banks in western Madhya Pradesh post-demonetisation.

Modi's pet projects show up at Republic Day parade

Modi's pet projects show up at Republic Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

On display were PM Modi's pet projects like the 'Make in India' scheme and 'Jan Dhan Yojana'.

Meet Salman Khan's filmi Bhais

Meet Salman Khan's filmi Bhais

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Bollywood's most loved Bhai, Salman Khan has a few Bhais of his own.

Wall Street, Silicon Valley excited about India: Michael Schlein

Wall Street, Silicon Valley excited about India: Michael Schlein

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Enthused by India's financial inclusion drive, US-based Accion, one of the biggest micro finance organisations in the world, has renewed its focus in India. Michael Schlein, bottom, left, chief executive officer of Accicon, tells Namrata Acharya in an email interview the Wall Street and Silicon Valley are eager to participate in opportunities presented by the issuance of the small finance and payment bank licences, the expanded banking correspondent opportunities, and the Jan-Dhan Yojna.

Sunny Deol's Ghayal Once Again postponed

Sunny Deol's Ghayal Once Again postponed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The release date of Ghayal Once Again has been pushed to February.

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

When Bollywood LIT UP the screen!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma celebrates chandeliers on celluloid and their most memorable moments in Hindi films.

Study Abroad: 10 Tips to get an Education Loan

Study Abroad: 10 Tips to get an Education Loan

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Ankit Mehra, founder and CEO, GyanDhan, an education financing marketplace, tells you how to apply for an education loan in the pandemic.

What Modi must do in the next 3 years

What Modi must do in the next 3 years

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

As and when the pandemic recedes from these shores, rebuilding the economy will be the biggest challenge for Modi in the remaining three years of his term, observes Virendra Kapoor.

PM Modi, you have time on your side

PM Modi, you have time on your side

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The last three prime ministers who served full terms started out in their early 70s. Mr Modi is younger and fitter than all of them. But he needs to find it in him to change course if he is to beat the odds, notes T N Ninan.

SC asks Centre to tell states not to make Aadhaar mandatory

SC asks Centre to tell states not to make Aadhaar mandatory

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

The court was hearing petitions challenging the Aadhaar scheme.

PIX: Kangana, Sonakshi at Salman's 50th birthday party

PIX: Kangana, Sonakshi at Salman's 50th birthday party

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Here are the photos of the celebrities who attended Salman Khan's 50th birthday bash.

Sitharaman to meet heads of PSBs on Saturday

Sitharaman to meet heads of PSBs on Saturday

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

The finance minister's meeting with chief executives and managing directors of banks ahead of the Union Budget assumes significance in view of the critical role the banking sector plays in boosting consumer demand across sectors.

From Karz to Sargam: More Rishi Musical Magic

From Karz to Sargam: More Rishi Musical Magic

Rediff.com6 May 2020

Sukanya Verma lists many more Rishi Kapoor chartbusters.

A view of the lockdown from Santiniketan

A view of the lockdown from Santiniketan

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Never have I been so thankful for my decision to quit my life in Mumbai and shift to Santiniketan as I have been in these times of the coronavirus.

Banks are catalysts of economic revival: Sitharaman

Banks are catalysts of economic revival: Sitharaman

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

The finance minister said easy access and efficiency in providing banking services will help in revival of businesses which are restarting operations after the lockdown.

Salman, Shahid, Hrithik: Who is your favourite Prem? VOTE!

Salman, Shahid, Hrithik: Who is your favourite Prem? VOTE!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

Here's taking a look at the B-town hunks, who have turned Prem for Sooraj Barjatya.

With 12th century, Salman is the Box Office Emperor

With 12th century, Salman is the Box Office Emperor

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Here's why Salman Khan is the numero uno of Bollywood!

Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty in Singapore

Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty in Singapore

Rediff.com5 May 2009

Reader Ganesh R has sent has a few photographs.

PIX: Kareena-Saif-Taimur at Sonam's wedding

PIX: Kareena-Saif-Taimur at Sonam's wedding

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Bollywood looks grand at Sonam's shaadi.

China pact means no-patrol zone between Finger 3 and Finger 8 for now

China pact means no-patrol zone between Finger 3 and Finger 8 for now

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Under the India-China agreement on the disengagement process in eastern Ladakh, the Chinese army will pull back its troops to east of Finger 8 areas in the northern bank of Pangong lake, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in Parliament on Thursday, in what is seen as a significant step to dial down tensions in the key face-off site.

Salman Khan's day out with monkeys!

Salman Khan's day out with monkeys!

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'China is our enemy'

'China is our enemy'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'We must acknowledge China will use Pakistan against India.' 'We all need to know that these two countries are ready to destabilise India at all times.'

Sonam Kapoor's STUNNING Bridal Avatars

Sonam Kapoor's STUNNING Bridal Avatars

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

On the ramp, in the movies...

The bank branch is dead; long live the branch

The bank branch is dead; long live the branch

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

Banks now ride on what is defined as a "banking outlet". This is a fixed-point service unit, manned by either the bank's staff or its business correspondent (BC), where all kinds of services - acceptance of deposits, encashment of cheques, cash withdrawal or lending of money - are provided for a minimum of four hours per day, for at least five days a week. Banks are now turning to reposition the manner in which they acquire customers, report Abhijit Lele and Raghu Mohan.

Lessons from Bollywood: How to be the perfect girlfriend

Lessons from Bollywood: How to be the perfect girlfriend

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Pay a little more attention and there's a lot she can teach you about romantic relationships.

Modi spreads 'jam' across India's economy

Modi spreads 'jam' across India's economy

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Policymakers should consider the challenges of beneficiary identification, distributor opposition and beneficiary financial inclusion.

Budget is pragmatic, practical and positive: Modi

Budget is pragmatic, practical and positive: Modi

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

The Budget will 'further reignite our growth engine, signalling the dawn of a prosperous future.'

Forbes Group to launch online lottery in July

Forbes Group to launch online lottery in July

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003

Following the foray of Essel and Essar groups into the online lottery segment, another leading conglomerate Forbes Group on Friday said it will enter the segment and launch its product 'DhanDhanaDhan' next month.

PIX: Varun, Bharati Dubey rock the Big Star Entertainment awards

PIX: Varun, Bharati Dubey rock the Big Star Entertainment awards

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Varun Dhawan and Elli Avram take center stage at the Big Star Entertainment Awards.

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

'Give cash assistance of Rs 75 per person per day and an android phone and you will see the economy reviving.'