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No money for infrastructure? Blame it on subsidies

No money for infrastructure? Blame it on subsidies

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

The funny thing is that the government has the money - but it is going into subsidies that Mr Jaitley has chosen to leave untouched.

Despite Covid woes, residential launches back on track

Despite Covid woes, residential launches back on track

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Despite a 56 per cent fall in residential launches in the first half of the year compared to the second half of 2019, Anarock Property Consultants believes that consolidation in residential real estate is expected to gain ground, and that branded players may garner a market share of 75-80 per cent.

In Chennai, Modi forges ahead with Tamil culture pitch

In Chennai, Modi forges ahead with Tamil culture pitch

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his government has always taken care of the welfare of Sri Lankan Tamils and 'consistently' flagged the issue of their rights with the leaders in the island nation.

Lingerie laced with pheromones to drive men crazy!

Lingerie laced with pheromones to drive men crazy!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2014

Get the latest health and relationship news from around the world.

Delhi riots: Student activist Gulfisha Fatima gets bail

Delhi riots: Student activist Gulfisha Fatima gets bail

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

The court granted her bail on the ground of parity as co-accused Jawaharlal Nehru University students and Pinjra Tod members Devangana Kalita and Natasha Narwal have already been granted the relief in the case.

2 Noida cops suspended for taking PM's convoy on wrong route

2 Noida cops suspended for taking PM's convoy on wrong route

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

The two policemen took a wrong turn as a result of which the prime minister's cavalcade was caught in traffic for two minutes near Mahamaya Flyover.

Environment Day: India advances ethanol-blending target by 5 yrs

Environment Day: India advances ethanol-blending target by 5 yrs

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the target date for achieving 20 per cent ethanol-blending with petrol has been advanced by five years to 2025 to cut pollution and reduce import dependence.

PM Modi to move to a new home by 2024

PM Modi to move to a new home by 2024

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Used since 1984 when late Rajiv Gandhi became the PM, the current residence was built over 12 acres of land, based on designs by New Delhi's chief architect Edwin Lutyens. However, with a new redevelopment blueprint on the table, the PM's residence is now expected to move to the South-West corner, behind South Block on Raisina Hill. Arnab Dutta reports.

24-hr markets, quality education: AAP releases manifesto

24-hr markets, quality education: AAP releases manifesto

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal also challenged the BJP to announce its chief ministerial candidate by 1 pm Wednesday and said he is ready for a public debate with him.

Now, a 'war room' to turn Mumbai into Shanghai!

Now, a 'war room' to turn Mumbai into Shanghai!

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Of the 27 projects being monitored, four to five are critical for Mumbai.

India to observe 'Janata curfew' on Sunday

India to observe 'Janata curfew' on Sunday

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

Cutting across party lines, chief ministers and others leaders urged the people to follow the self-imposed curfew from 7 am to 9 pm, noting that "social distancing" was key to breaking the chain of infection, as the number of coronavirus cases rose to 283 after 60 new cases were detected on Saturday, the highest so far in a day, and states like Maharashtra, Odisha and Bihar imposed partial lockdown till month end.

Lockdown: Cinema halls lose 1,000 crore every month!

Lockdown: Cinema halls lose 1,000 crore every month!

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

'In our business, every time a seat goes empty, it is a perishable good.' 'We have lost the opportunity of earning revenue out of it.' 'It's impossible to recover what we have lost.'

From Rs 3 cr to 20 cr: RustOrange's success story

From Rs 3 cr to 20 cr: RustOrange's success story

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

RustOrange co-founders Samik Sarkar, Shashank Agnihotri and Kuvalaya Singh share their story and learnings.

What will drive India's growth in 2021?

What will drive India's growth in 2021?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

If we work together with dedication, concentration and effort, we should be able to achieve our aspirational growth target of double-digits for a very long period of time, suggests K V Kamath.

Coronavirus leaves Ravana effigy business on last legs

Coronavirus leaves Ravana effigy business on last legs

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

Hundreds of artisans every Dussehra would earn enough this season to see them through the entire year. Not this time though with COVID-19 continuing its spread and fear of contracting the disease keeping most people away from festivities.

100 days to Rio: Venues ready, but many challenges remain

100 days to Rio: Venues ready, but many challenges remain

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

Brazil has long been known as a country that can throw a great party as long as the guests do not mind a location that still has the builders in it.

How your travelling experience will change for the better

How your travelling experience will change for the better

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

India will shortly unveil a 'One Nation-One Card policy' for public transport that will entail connectivity between various modes of transport

37 CISF personnel gurading warship building facility test COVID +ve

37 CISF personnel gurading warship building facility test COVID +ve

Rediff.com13 May 2020

The sprawling warship building facility caters to the combat vessel requirements of not only the Navy, but also the Coast Guard.

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Joginder Tuteja lets us know what to expect.

UP creates special force to arrest without warrant

UP creates special force to arrest without warrant

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

The move prompted a strong reaction from the Congress, with its state unit chief Ajay Kumar Lallu equating it with the 1919 Rowlatt Act or Black Act and saying that the party will explore legal options to challenge it.

Ask Anil: About paying tax on FDs and MFs

Ask Anil: About paying tax on FDs and MFs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Tax Guru Anil Rego answers your personal income tax queries

Delhi govt all set to roll out odd-even scheme today

Delhi govt all set to roll out odd-even scheme today

Rediff.com1 Jan 2016

Besides pressing into service 3,000 additional buses, the government has issued two helplines -- 011-42400400 and 011-41400400 -- for people to register their complaints and suggestion in connection with the scheme.

50-year-old bridge collapses in Kolkata, 1 killed

50-year-old bridge collapses in Kolkata, 1 killed

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

An eyewitness said some people in a minibus and private cars were trapped.

India has 50 new cases of coronavirus, total now 223

India has 50 new cases of coronavirus, total now 223

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

Authorities faced double-barrel challenge -- strengthening its check and prevention mechanism, and addressing public panic, leading to hoarding of essential items.

Mumbai: Rains continue to batter city, people advised to stay indoors

Mumbai: Rains continue to batter city, people advised to stay indoors

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

The Maharashtra government has directed all schools and colleges in the city and neighbouring Thane district to remain closed on Saturday.

Vending it like Mercedes

Vending it like Mercedes

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

The German auto maker is clawing back up the brand charts as it fights off competition from Audi, BMW in the Indian market.

India gives $500 million assistance to Mauritius

India gives $500 million assistance to Mauritius

Rediff.com27 May 2017

The two sides signed a maritime security agreement after extensive talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Jugnauth.

6 major trends that will shape India's real estate sector

6 major trends that will shape India's real estate sector

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Despite the absence of any notable price growth, transaction volumes are picking up in major Indian cities. The surge in sentiments is also backed by a significant rise in transparency in the industry.

Coming soon, the Lamborghini home in next six months

Coming soon, the Lamborghini home in next six months

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

The family that used to make the legendary sports car wants to bring the same design panache to luxury flats.

How brands are catching them young

How brands are catching them young

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Parents always want to give the best to their children.

Muted Raksha Bandhan celebrations amid COVID pandemic

Muted Raksha Bandhan celebrations amid COVID pandemic

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Raksha Bandhan festivities were little subdued this year owing to the coronavirus pandemic, with siblings having to rely on technology to wish each other.

Start-up tips: How to invest less and make MORE money

Start-up tips: How to invest less and make MORE money

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Surround yourself with people who are also working hard on their own side projects, says Saagar Panchal.

Getting private funding will be an uphill task for Railways

Getting private funding will be an uphill task for Railways

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Though the Railways is yet to declare any five-year action plan, it is clear the government is not in a position to hand-hold it for any major expansion or upgrade. The issue, however, is how far the Railways can function within the PPP format. Recent history highlights some of the challenges.

COVID battle can't be fought by publicity: Priyanka

COVID battle can't be fought by publicity: Priyanka

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

In a letter to the Uttar Pradesh chief minister, the Congress general secretary said that the situation is getting serious and the battle against the pandemic cannot be fought just by publicity and managing news.

At least half billion new users to log in internet by 2022: Report

At least half billion new users to log in internet by 2022: Report

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

But the kind of usage and the demographic driving that change will be entirely different from the first online users.

Odds favour Kejriwal, but air not even yet

Odds favour Kejriwal, but air not even yet

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

Delhi's chief minister claims success, but his ambitious odd even scheme's real test could be on Monday.

'There's nothing to be ashamed about periods'

'There's nothing to be ashamed about periods'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Deane De Menezes hopes to reduce the awkwardness and stigma around menstruation.

6 Indian ventures among world's most innovative infra projects

6 Indian ventures among world's most innovative infra projects

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Delhi Metro, Yamuna-expressway and Tata Power's Mundra ultra mega power project in Gujarat are among the six ventures that have figured in the list of world's most innovative, impactful infrastructure projects prepared by international accounting firm KPMG.

Mega business district for Mumbai, courtesy MIAL

Mega business district for Mumbai, courtesy MIAL

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

GVK Skycity's 20-million sq ft commercial space will be bigger than that in BKC; bids invited for first phase.

Will Khona's return as CEO give GoAir its second wind?

Will Khona's return as CEO give GoAir its second wind?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

Kaushik Khona's second innings at GoAir will be more challenging than the first. Globally, the aviation industry is in deep distress because of the pandemic, reports Aneesh Phadnis.