News for 'Jan Dhan'

SRK can't beat John Abraham

SRK can't beat John Abraham

Rediff.com28 Nov 2007

Shah Rukh Khan won't be able to beat the John Abraham record with Water, the highest grossing Hindi film ever, with a $5 million plus gross in North America.

Economist who slammed Modi's JAM trinity out of government conference

Economist who slammed Modi's JAM trinity out of government conference

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Jean Dreze, a noted economist who was was a member of Sonia Gandhi led National Advisory Council, was dropped from the list of speakers at the Delhi Economics Conclave organised by the finance ministry and inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

You're like Diwali lamps spreading light: Modi to Indians in Japan

You're like Diwali lamps spreading light: Modi to Indians in Japan

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The PM said Japan and the Indian diaspora has a big role to play in India's growth story.

'You don't ask someone in ICU to start exercising from the next day'

'You don't ask someone in ICU to start exercising from the next day'

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'Today when people are fighting to get their salary, you are telling them you will privatise airports!'

'PM sent planes for NRIs, why not trains for workers?'

'PM sent planes for NRIs, why not trains for workers?'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

'The situation is so bad that they are now sleeping on bridges or footpaths.' 'Therefore, they want to go and die before their parents or wife in case they get infected with COVID-19.' 'Workers don't want to die a dog's death in cities.'

Several Congress leaders are on bail, party is a 'bail gaadi': PM

Several Congress leaders are on bail, party is a 'bail gaadi': PM

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

Criticising the Congress, he said the parties following the politics of family and dynasty may continue like that, but the BJP government was committed to taking the country's defence and self-respect to their pinnacle.

What my movies taught me!

What my movies taught me!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

Beginning a fascinating new series where film folk reveal what their movies taught them...

Why the Survey stresses on improving quality of education

Why the Survey stresses on improving quality of education

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

It also advocated adoption of technology platforms and innovative models.

Despite losses, insurance sector remains attractive for FDI

Despite losses, insurance sector remains attractive for FDI

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

There is huge potential for data analytics insurance sector in India which has over 40 crore life insurance policies.

Old notes deposited in banks won't escape scrutiny: Jaitley

Old notes deposited in banks won't escape scrutiny: Jaitley

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

The FM asserted that nearly Rs 11.85 lakh crore out of the Rs 15.44 lakh crore junked notes were back into the system

Jaya's 'star birthday' celebrations begin across TN

Jaya's 'star birthday' celebrations begin across TN

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Special prayers and celebrations were held on Monday by ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party workers across Tamil Nadu on the occasion of the 'star birthday' of Chief Minister Jayalalithaa.

President lists Modi 2.0's strategy to boost growth

President lists Modi 2.0's strategy to boost growth

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Stating that pushing GDP growth, which has slipped to 5-year low of 6.8 per cent in 2018-19, is the top priority, President Ramnath Kovind said Modi govt will bring more reforms and raise farm investments to boost growth.

Here's where Bollywood stashes its cash!

Here's where Bollywood stashes its cash!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Bollywood and black money go a long way.

Curfew in Jamshedpur after clashes over alleged eve-teasing

Curfew in Jamshedpur after clashes over alleged eve-teasing

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Deputy Superintendent of Police P Jascinta Kerketta said that situation was well under control as no fresh incident had taken place since Tuesday night.

Contribute towards India's transformation: Sushma to Pravasis

Contribute towards India's transformation: Sushma to Pravasis

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The 13th edition of the flagship congregation of diaspora is coinciding with the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi arriving back to India from South Africa in 1915, to eventually lead the country towards attaining freedom.

What's a step-up home loan?

What's a step-up home loan?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

Do you know what a step-up home loan is? Why is it good for young professionals? Home loan expert Harsh Roongta has the answers.

Neil Nitin Mukesh turns villain again

Neil Nitin Mukesh turns villain again

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

The actor will play negative characters in his forthcoming films, Kaththi and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.

FM to banks: Take commercial decisions without fear or favour

FM to banks: Take commercial decisions without fear or favour

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

He advised banks to facilitate appropriate credit expansion.

Arun Jaitley cremated with state honours, hundreds pay last respect

Arun Jaitley cremated with state honours, hundreds pay last respect

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

BJP workers and mourners queued up in large numbers outside the party headquarters since morning to pay their last respects to the leader.

PHOTO: Sanjay Dutt-Manyata celebrate Karva Chauth

PHOTO: Sanjay Dutt-Manyata celebrate Karva Chauth

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

3 Auspicious Buys for This Dhanteras

3 Auspicious Buys for This Dhanteras

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

People buy gold, property, vehicle etc on this day as is considered to be extremely auspicious. However, buying these items is not feasible every time. Instead, you can buy gold coins, god idols, figurines etc and celebrate the festival of lights with great fervour.

India must grow at 8 or 9%. 7.75% ain't enough

India must grow at 8 or 9%. 7.75% ain't enough

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

'A sustainable growth rate of 8 per cent is evidently some distance away,' says T N Ninan.

Post DeMo, cash is back with a bang!

Post DeMo, cash is back with a bang!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

The currency with the public is 10.3 per cent higher than it was in the week preceding November 8, 2016 - from Rs17.97 trillion to Rs18.76 trillion.

BJP manifesto promises land to Dalits, houses to poor in Punjab

BJP manifesto promises land to Dalits, houses to poor in Punjab

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Union Minister Arun Jaitley while releasing the document said BJP's manifesto is particularly aimed at improving the social infrastructure in Punjab, even as he slammed Congress for its policies which he alleged paved way for militancy in Punjab in 1980s and termed its 2002-2007 tenure in power as "most dishonest and corrupt".

Bank strike from January 21 deferred

Bank strike from January 21 deferred

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

The decision is in response to the strike call given by United Forum Of Bank Unions, which has more than 10 lakh (1 million) employees and officers of banking Industry under its umbrella.

Rs 200 crore riding on Salman Khan

Rs 200 crore riding on Salman Khan

Rediff.com6 May 2015

The court held that Salman was driving under the influence of alcohol and also did not have a driving license.

PIX: Shraddha Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty welcome Lord Ganesha

PIX: Shraddha Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty welcome Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

The 10-day Ganpati festival has commenced with devotees welcoming home Lord Ganesha with much fanfare!

Jaitley's mantra to fight poverty

Jaitley's mantra to fight poverty

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

The finance minister termed rationalisation of subsidies as 'unsung reforms'.

Tata, Nilekani, Kelkar join hands to help the poor

Tata, Nilekani, Kelkar join hands to help the poor

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

The venture is applying to the Reserve Bank of India for approvals.

Who will be the next Chief Economic Advisor?

Who will be the next Chief Economic Advisor?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Rumours in the bureaucracy on his successor include the names of Sajjid Chinoy of JP Morgan, Rathin Roy of the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, Neelkanth Mishra of Credit Suisse and the principal economic advisor, Sanjeev Sanyal.

How RBI's reserves can boost the economy

How RBI's reserves can boost the economy

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

The use of RBI capital to strengthen public sector banks will have many positive implications for the economy -- and a few manageable downsides, points out R Jagannathan.

Modi lists game-changing achievements, assigns 'A' grade to his govt

Modi lists game-changing achievements, assigns 'A' grade to his govt

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Modi govt says its economic score on all coutns is very good.

Niti mulls Rs 125 crore for lucky draws to boost e-payments

Niti mulls Rs 125 crore for lucky draws to boost e-payments

Rediff.com11 Dec 2016

In the wake of scrapping of old Rs 500/1,000 banknotes, Niti Aayog has asked National Payments Corporation of India to frame a new scheme to incentivise digital payments.

Meet an IAS officer COVID-19 Warrior

Meet an IAS officer COVID-19 Warrior

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

'Villages are much better prepared than towns as far as COVID-19 is concerned.'

Hero of 1962 war with China is dead

Hero of 1962 war with China is dead

Rediff.com7 Sep 2005

Thapa led the Param Vir Chakra winners' contingent at the Republic Day parade each year.

What makes Salman Khan so special

What makes Salman Khan so special

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

The actor recently showed off an endearing facet of his personality.

A win-win for traders, brokerages and exchanges

A win-win for traders, brokerages and exchanges

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

With equity and commodity exchanges allowed to enter each other's areas from October, brokerages are pump-priming their businesses to allow their clients seamless trading in commodities and equities.

'Varun and Parineeti got into that mood of madness'

'Varun and Parineeti got into that mood of madness'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

'I have failed many times before getting the songs that you have been hearing since 2012. Go Go Govinda was my first song. Before that, there was a lot of struggle for eight-nine years. I faced only rejection and failure then. When you fail, you have more willpower and hunger to do good work.' But for now, singer Aman Trikha is riding on a wave of success.

'Farmers can no more be hoodwinked'

'Farmers can no more be hoodwinked'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Vinay Sahasrabuddhe explains BJP's strategy.

Black money: Cong accuses Jaitley of bluffing people

Black money: Cong accuses Jaitley of bluffing people

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Congress had attacked Narendra Modi during the Lok Sabha campaign on social media under the hashtag 'Feku'.