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Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Public servant tag worries NGO sector workers

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Many claim they fear witch hunts for disagreeing with those in power.

Government may eliminate taxman's discretion, lower stamp duty

Government may eliminate taxman's discretion, lower stamp duty

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

The government is beefing up enforcement against tax cheats in real estate sector, says Panagariya

Prenups may become mandatory for all Indian marriages

Prenups may become mandatory for all Indian marriages

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Is Minister of Women and Child Development Maneka Gandhi opening another minefield with the introduction of mandatory pre-nuptial agreement before marriage or will this proposed legislation help streamline the dissolution process of a marriage given the spiralling divorce rates in our country? Rashme Sehgal speaks to lawyers on the issue.

Will 2016 put an end to realty sector's woes?

Will 2016 put an end to realty sector's woes?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Launches of new homes reduced drastically this year.

How banking outlets in villages can lift lower income groups

How banking outlets in villages can lift lower income groups

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Upcoming payment banks will lift lower income groups in distant villages.

'Is stipend received by me while studying taxable?'

'Is stipend received by me while studying taxable?'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

In an online chat with readers on July 8, Anil Rego answered their tax queries. Here's the chat transcript in case you missed the chat

Your personal finance guide to fight coronavirus

Your personal finance guide to fight coronavirus

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Even as you fight the ongoing health challenge, here are some tips to strengthen your personal finance in the time of coronavirus.

100 days of Modi Govt: No major decisions yet, but on right path

100 days of Modi Govt: No major decisions yet, but on right path

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Most top industrialists rate PM's first 100 days in office as 'good', primarily due to his intentions, not concrete policy measures.

Why Mohan Bhagwat is right about the army

Why Mohan Bhagwat is right about the army

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The RSS chief's comment that if war broke out, the military would not be ready for at least six to seven months is correct as it faces a shortfall in training and alertness and an even greater lack of funds for defence preparedness, notes Ajai Shukla.

SpiceJet's problems are not over yet

SpiceJet's problems are not over yet

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

SpiceJet has reported profit in Q1, it is trying its best to improve efficiencies in FY16.

Spouse's credit score can hurt your loan prospects

Spouse's credit score can hurt your loan prospects

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

Each partner should discuss retirement accounts, property owned prior to marriage.

Celebrity endorsement becomes a risky business

Celebrity endorsement becomes a risky business

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

The call to make brand ambassadors accountable has rattled filmstars and sports stars.

Wrong to say bull run has ended: Nirmal Jain

Wrong to say bull run has ended: Nirmal Jain

Rediff.com11 May 2015

'Earnings revival could be two quarters away.'

RTI Act to be amended to exempt parties from being questioned

RTI Act to be amended to exempt parties from being questioned

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

The government has proposed that political parties cannot be designated public authorities as defined in the RTI Act. Anita Katyal reports

Exclusive! 'Modi is one leader who understands terrorism'

Exclusive! 'Modi is one leader who understands terrorism'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2015

'I believe one of the most critical issues is the common threat we face from Islamist radicals and the continuing and unimpaired financing of Al Qaeda, the 'D' Company, the Haqqani network, the LeT and the Jaish-e-Muhammed.'

Low price raises concern on Jio's break-even

Low price raises concern on Jio's break-even

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Analysts cautious on outlook, expect earnings to remain under pressure over medium term.

6 ways women can save money for retirement

6 ways women can save money for retirement

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Women are multitasking and management queens. The pointers here can easily be managed by all women along with juggling their current tasks at hand. Superheroes are fictional whereas superwomen are real. They are all around us!

Allegations against Sonia, Rahul 'patently false': Congress

Allegations against Sonia, Rahul 'patently false': Congress

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

Amid the raging row over National Herald case, the Congress on Sunday asserted that the allegations and "insinuations" against party leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi are "deliberately orchestrated", "patently false" and "defamatory" as they have "not received a rupee".

If Air India ceases to exist, who will be the biggest gainer?

If Air India ceases to exist, who will be the biggest gainer?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Air India must tighten costs to comes out of the red or it wil perish in no time, says experts.

Why MTNL should shut shop

Why MTNL should shut shop

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

For FY16, MTNL's standalone net loss was over Rs 2,000 crore.

A new 'scam' taints Lalu and family

A new 'scam' taints Lalu and family

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

The so-called soil scam has left Lalu alone in the Mahagathbandhan.

Unfair to pin down celebs for misleading ads, say brand gurus

Unfair to pin down celebs for misleading ads, say brand gurus

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Parliamentary panel seeks 5-yr jail term and penalty of up to Rs 50 lakh if a celebrity-endorsed product misfires

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

Foreign investors' MAT woes not over just yet

Foreign investors' MAT woes not over just yet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

The tax dept has served notices on about 36 foreign investors.

New home insurance plans are much better

New home insurance plans are much better

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

Insurers cover the house on market value, and not on construction cost. They also don't insist on bills when giving the policy

CPEC: How Pakistan is losing out to China

CPEC: How Pakistan is losing out to China

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

'The accusation that Pakistan risks losing sovereignty to China is emotive and has the potential to spread.' 'China will, however, remain intent on achieving its strategic ambitions of acquiring Gwadar port and securing a large chunk of Pakistan occupied Kashmir,' says former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Online retailers are here to stay despite odds

Online retailers are here to stay despite odds

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

These risks are viewed as more acute in the online world.

Exclusive:'This is a visit the President has been anticipating'

Exclusive:'This is a visit the President has been anticipating'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

'The threat that India faces and the threat the United States faces is not just to the homeland, but to our people and to our institutions wherever they may be.' In an exclusive conversation with Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com, US Assistant Secretary of State Nisha Desai Biswal outlines the importance of Prime Minister Modi's visit for America.

Modi in Jharkhand: Rahul only coming out with 'akashwani'

Modi in Jharkhand: Rahul only coming out with 'akashwani'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party's PM candidate Narendra Modi on Sunday targeted Rahul Gandhi yet again, saying while nothing is being done to check price rise and corruption, the Congress leader has been only coming out with "akashwani" (celestial voices).

10 evergreen money lessons for the young

10 evergreen money lessons for the young

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

Follow these simple tips and you will be on your way to getting prosperous.

'You can't stand on a podium and preach to India'

'You can't stand on a podium and preach to India'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

'India is no longer the India of the '70s and the '80s.' 'It's a large country with the fastest growing economy.' 'In working with India, you just can't go and humiliate the nation publicly.' USIBC President Mukesh Aghi tells Aziz Haniffa/Rediff.com about how he advises American companies to do business with India, what he thinks of Modi's government and the way forward for the India-US relationship.

Mallya's sole regret: Kingfisher is not flying when oil is cheap!

Mallya's sole regret: Kingfisher is not flying when oil is cheap!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Vijay Mallya who inherited the UB Group from his father as a young 28-year-old, said he has got "nothing to prove".

Why 70% of commodities will be cheaper under GST

Why 70% of commodities will be cheaper under GST

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

'GST is imperative for India's success.' 'Without GST India will be a less competitive country.'

Get ready for Maharashtra's first 'aam-aadmi' Budget

Get ready for Maharashtra's first 'aam-aadmi' Budget

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Maharashtra Finance Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar speaks to Prasanna Zore/Rediff.com.

In largest-ever US city bankruptcy, cuts coming for Detroit creditors

In largest-ever US city bankruptcy, cuts coming for Detroit creditors

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

The ruling by US Judge Steven Rhodes, who cited the city's dismal finances and $18 billion owed to a multitude of creditors in support of his decision, marks a watershed in the history of Detroit.

Taxtortion, Modi govt-style

Taxtortion, Modi govt-style

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

The new tax regime proposed by the Modi government may not have acceptance from all corners.

Will the defence ministry shift gears?

Will the defence ministry shift gears?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Jaitley can make his innings -- notwithstanding its likely length -- to be a watershed tenure, or just add to the image of the MoD drifting rudderless, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Obama's date with Delhi

Obama's date with Delhi

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

The city readies itself for the biggest economic, political and social event of the year

The imperfections of India's GST regime

The imperfections of India's GST regime

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

There could be a strong incentive for tax payers to avoid the higher tax burden.

'The Mahagathbandhan is for personal survival'

'The Mahagathbandhan is for personal survival'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

'The Opposition has no option but to make it an 'All versus One' fight to even think about winning.'