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Cong to launch its own digital media platform 'INC TV'

Cong to launch its own digital media platform 'INC TV'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Surjewala said the digital platform will air eight hours of live programming from April 24, but will not be on the Satellite or OTT.

Why Congress Rose To Kejriwal's Defence

Why Congress Rose To Kejriwal's Defence

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

The Congress now knows that it is the only force -- however weakened it might be -- that stands between the BJP and India's evolution into a single-party Republic. Because, once it is out of the way, the BJP could sort out the other regional powers: Co-opting some, demolishing others, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Will EV Policy Lure Tesla?

Will EV Policy Lure Tesla?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

If Tesla comes in, India's position as a manufacturing hub will rise many notches, as it will become only the second country, after China, to have both Apple as well as Tesla.

I-T has withdrawn Rs 65 cr from our bank accounts, claims Cong

I-T has withdrawn Rs 65 cr from our bank accounts, claims Cong

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Party treasurer Ajay Maken has claimed that "democracy will be over if the action of probe agencies goes unchecked" and said the Congress has full faith in the judiciary.

Cong Crowdfunding Sees 20,400 Bot Attacks, 1,340 Data Theft Attempts

Cong Crowdfunding Sees 20,400 Bot Attacks, 1,340 Data Theft Attempts

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

'Most of the bot attacks have originated from outside India.' 'Our firewalls are resilient and withstood the attacks.'

India-Africa trade to reach $70 bn by 2015

India-Africa trade to reach $70 bn by 2015

Rediff.com19 May 2011

Political leaders, industrialists and businessmen are increasingly looking to tap the resource-rich countries of the world's second largest continent even as two-way trade between India and Africa is poised to reach $70 billion by 2015 from $46 billion at present.

Cong's bank accounts 'unfrozen' after I-T action claim

Cong's bank accounts 'unfrozen' after I-T action claim

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

This has affected all political activity of the party, Maken said at a press conference.

RSS distances itself from article calling Infosys 'anti-national'

RSS distances itself from article calling Infosys 'anti-national'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

The Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) on Sunday distanced itself from an article critical of Indian software major Infosys that was published in Panchjanya, a magazine associated with the saffron organisation.

No senior Cong leader seen with Sidhu as he goes to jail

No senior Cong leader seen with Sidhu as he goes to jail

Rediff.com20 May 2022

A few former MLAs, considered to be his loyalists and a few supporters, turned up at Sidhu's residence in Patiala Friday morning to extend moral support to him.

US,India are entering a new, promising era:Hillary

US,India are entering a new, promising era:Hillary

Rediff.com18 Jul 2009

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Saturday asserted that the US was 'entering a new promising era with India'.Clinton also talked about the menace of terrorism. "US will support all efforts by India in its fight against terrorism. We are supportive of any effort the world over to tackle the problem of terrorism," said Clinton.She reiterated, "We are working together to defeat terrorism."

Mahua Moitra writes to Speaker over Apple alerts

Mahua Moitra writes to Speaker over Apple alerts

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra on Wednesday wrote to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla flagging alerts received by several opposition leaders about 'state-sponsored' attacks on their iPhones, and urged him to provide them protection to continue doing their duties.

In his inimitable style, Rahul Bajaj ruffles FM's feathers

In his inimitable style, Rahul Bajaj ruffles FM's feathers

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

In a recent awards event, industrialist Rahul Bajaj said that India Inc was afraid of criticising the Narendra Modi government, The comment drew flak from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam who said spreading one's own impression "can hurt national interest".

Will Phase 6 Stun BJP?

Will Phase 6 Stun BJP?

Rediff.com28 May 2024

In Phase 6, indications are that the BJP, which is defending 40 seats, will lose in double digits and gain in single digits. Not good, if you are the ruling party scrambling to earn a working majority, with just one phase left to go, argues Prem Panicker.

Exasperated Chidambaram berates America Inc's concerns

Exasperated Chidambaram berates America Inc's concerns

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

There are huge opportunities for US companies to invest in India, he said in Washington, DC.

Maulana Azad missing from plenary ad, Cong apologises

Maulana Azad missing from plenary ad, Cong apologises

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

The party said it was 'an inexcusable slip-up', for which responsibility was being fixed and action would be taken.

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Modigate is snowballing into a huge thing with the electorate. The BJP is in for huge punishment by the electorate.'

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

iPhone-maker Apple Inc on Tuesday said it does not attribute threat notifications, such as the ones received by some MPs belonging to Opposition parties, to any specific state-sponsored attackers and that it cannot provide information on what causes such warnings.

Red Hat CEO Szulik to visit India

Red Hat CEO Szulik to visit India

Rediff.com31 Jan 2005

Matthew J Szulik, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, Red Hat will visit India from February 7 to February 12.

Modi kickstarts week one of Unlock 1 with 28 meetings

Modi kickstarts week one of Unlock 1 with 28 meetings

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

On Tuesday, Modi will share his views with India Inc on 'Getting growth back'.

Not all Indian companies are Satyam

Not all Indian companies are Satyam

Rediff.com7 Jan 2009

Terming Satyam's shocking disclosure of about the Rs 8,000-crore (Rs 80 billion) financial fraud as a 'one off case', corporate leaders today expressed confidence and said it will not damage the image of India Inc.

Modi, Biden discuss N-energy, 6G and AI; vow to 'deepen, diversity' defence ties

Modi, Biden discuss N-energy, 6G and AI; vow to 'deepen, diversity' defence ties

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

In a post on X, Modi said, "Happy to have welcomed @POTUS @JoeBiden to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. Our meeting was very productive."

4 trends that shaped Indian industry in 2017

4 trends that shaped Indian industry in 2017

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

From crisis leaders to future Goliaths, India Inc saw them all in 2017, says Shailesh Dobhal.

US brings 2 B-1B Lancer 'The Bone' heavy bomber jets to Aero India

US brings 2 B-1B Lancer 'The Bone' heavy bomber jets to Aero India

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Two B-1B Lancer supersonic heavy bomber jets of the US Air Force on Tuesday joined the American exhibits at Aero India at the Yelahanka air base, in a reflection of the deeper strategic ties between the two countries.

Take my phone, I don't care: Rahul on snooping row

Take my phone, I don't care: Rahul on snooping row

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday claimed that people in his office, several party and other opposition leaders have been sent a warning by Apple of state-sponsored attackers targeting their phone, and alleged that as soon as the Adani issue is touched, probe agencies and snooping are deployed.

Quotas: Band-Aids Not The Solution

Quotas: Band-Aids Not The Solution

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Our caste warriors will not even ask these questions, let alone explore better solutions to address the problems of inequality and skewed life outcomes, argues R Jagannathan.

Leaders pay tribute to Nehru on 126th birth anniversary

Leaders pay tribute to Nehru on 126th birth anniversary

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

On Children's Day, the President showered his blessings and wishes on children, saying that the future of the nation depends on them.

Modi, Putin promise to remove trade hurdles

Modi, Putin promise to remove trade hurdles

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

India Inc raised various issues to increase trade flows in sectors like pharmaceuticals, banking, energy and infrastructure

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

40-year-old fintech gurus need 60-year-olds to handhold them

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The message is clear: The 60-year-old wise uncles need to handhold the 40-year-old entrepreneurs when, obsessed with ambition and greed for growth, they become a victim of hubris, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Cong moves EC against Shah, Himanta for poll code violation

Cong moves EC against Shah, Himanta for poll code violation

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

In its complaint against Shah, the Congress told the EC that the home minister claimed in a speech in Chhattisgarh's Rajnandgaon on October 16 that "...Bhupesh Baghel's government, for appeasement politics and vote bank politics, lynched Chhattisgarh's son Bhuneshwar Sahoo and got him killed..."

'India is in the mid of a compelling investment cycle'

'India is in the mid of a compelling investment cycle'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

'Good investment opportunities should not be missed.'

Openings for permanent jobs to be hit badly

Openings for permanent jobs to be hit badly

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

Job openings for permanent staffers at fresher level will be adversely affected due to the overall hiring freeze amid the second wave of COVID-19, while temporary or gig workers seem to be better placed, says a survey. According to a survey by staffing and HR services company Genius Consultants, over 57 per cent respondents believe that new job positions for permanent employees will suffer a major impact of the overall hiring freeze. However, just 43 per cent of respondents believe the same for temporary or gig workers, it noted.

'RBI should pause rate hikes'

'RBI should pause rate hikes'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

'It will send a very strong signal that it is now our time to grow.'

Nitish's Oppn meet on June 23; Rahul, Mamata, Kejri, Stalin to attend

Nitish's Oppn meet on June 23; Rahul, Mamata, Kejri, Stalin to attend

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

A meeting of Opposition parties, organised by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, will be held in Patna on June 23, his deputy Tejashwi Yadav said on Wednesday.

Rahul Gandhi's first interface with corporate honchos

Rahul Gandhi's first interface with corporate honchos

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

He is expected to spell out his vision for economic growth of the country at the CII's Annual General Meeting.

What Ambani-Mamata discussed in Mumbai

What Ambani-Mamata discussed in Mumbai

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

Mukesh Ambani had exclusive meeting with West Bengal chief minister after she met India Inc leaders in Mumbai.

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The Eternal Gandhi Museum is the only Gandhi-related museum in the United States, dedicated to Gandhi, to preserve and promote his ever-lasting legacy of nonviolent conflict resolution.

'We are not saying everybody has to pay that much'

'We are not saying everybody has to pay that much'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'If you are going to have only a handful of telecom players on whom the entire dream of Digital India rests, it's important they are financially sustainable.'

India's economic slowdown will reverse in coming quarters: Mukesh Ambani

India's economic slowdown will reverse in coming quarters: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Mukesh Ambani, who is in talks with Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco to sell one-fifth of his oil-to-chemicals business in India for $ 15 billion, said the two countries have all factors to drive growth - technology, young demography, and leadership.

We're battling BJP, not each other: Tharoor on Cong prez poll

We're battling BJP, not each other: Tharoor on Cong prez poll

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

His remarks came a day after Kharge said he told Tharoor that it would be better to have a consensus candidate but the Lok Sabha MP insisted on a contest for the "sake of democracy".

Rahul is sounding more and more like Kejriwal these days

Rahul is sounding more and more like Kejriwal these days

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Rahul Gandhi talks of compassion as a necessary element for development. Sreelatha Menon examines