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Dilip Tirkey feels, love for hockey will drive votes towards BJD

Dilip Tirkey feels, love for hockey will drive votes towards BJD

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

'The Odisha government has changed the image of the state by making it a sporting hub of the country with high performance centres, state-of-the-art training facilities and hosting big tournaments. The sports loving people of Sundergarh and Odisha will not forget this while voting.'

Steel PSUs to form 'model villages'

Steel PSUs to form 'model villages'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

India's public sector steel companies will spend a whopping Rs 230 crore (Rs 2.30 billion) on corporate social responsibility to build 'Model Steel Villages' across the country during the current financial year.

How mining achieved success in Gujarat

How mining achieved success in Gujarat

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

At a time when most of the public sector undertakings across India are reeling under various problems, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation has proved to be a jewel in the crown of Gujarat.

Gujarat CM calls off hunger strike

Gujarat CM calls off hunger strike

Rediff.com17 Apr 2006

The Gujarat chief minister thanked all political parties, which supported the government on the issue of increasing the height of the dam and for opposing the Narmada Bachao Andolan.

Eight killed, nine injured in Naxal attack

Eight killed, nine injured in Naxal attack

Rediff.com10 Feb 2006

The Maoists also looted 14 Self Loading Rifles, one 9 mm pistol, two wireless sets and huge amounts of explosive material, including detonators and fuses, stocked by the PSU for its own mining activities.

'Kingfisher will attract attention on listing'

'Kingfisher will attract attention on listing'

Rediff.com3 May 2005

Mallya has to deliver or he won't be able to raise money for the airline.\n

Can Congress repeat 2018 poll magic in Chhattisgarh?

Can Congress repeat 2018 poll magic in Chhattisgarh?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Here is a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the ruling Congress in Chhattisgarh.

Zelda's South Indian Tomato Chutney

Zelda's South Indian Tomato Chutney

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

You can't go through life without a jar of South Indian tomato chutney in the you fridge.

10 Foods A Dietician Wants To You To AVOID Eating

10 Foods A Dietician Wants To You To AVOID Eating

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Regular consumption of fried, junk and packaged food will have minor to severe health implications, warns dietician Bhakti Adkar.

Jaishankar meets US officials, discusses security ties

Jaishankar meets US officials, discusses security ties

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has met United States Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and held a productive conversation with him on deepening bilateral defence cooperation, including in the co-production of defence articles, and exchanged perspectives on a variety of security issues.

'Technology' appears 44 times in Modi-Biden statement, up from 5 three years ago

'Technology' appears 44 times in Modi-Biden statement, up from 5 three years ago

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

From the seas to the stars, this partnership will now be deepened by the defining role of technology, the statement said.

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'The Weather Channel argues that India faces the gravest challenge: Climate change-induced health vulnerability.' 'This is an issue often neglected, alerts Claude Arpi: "Prolonged summers, unpredictable rains, floods, droughts, and rising sea levels are the harsh realities of climate change in the country. These factors increase the frequency and severity of illnesses, pushing people into poverty, and forcing migration".'

Why Congress under Baghel is sitting pretty in Chhattisgarh

Why Congress under Baghel is sitting pretty in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Here is a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the ruling Congress in Chhattisgarh.

Analysts Bullish On Mid, Small-Cap Stocks

Analysts Bullish On Mid, Small-Cap Stocks

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

A lot of mid and small-caps are in the bubble zone and command high valuation and have corrected sharply.

IRFC, NBCC, SJVN, BHEL: PSU stocks are on fire; analysts see more headroom

IRFC, NBCC, SJVN, BHEL: PSU stocks are on fire; analysts see more headroom

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Stocks of public sector undertakings (PSUs) have been on fire in the past year as investors cheered an improvement in key operating metrics and embraced counters of these state-owned enterprises, analysts suggest. The S&P BSE PSU Index has gained over 90 per cent in the past year, rising much higher than the S&P BSE Sensex, which has rose nearly 19 per cent during this period, according to ACE Equity data. The BSE PSU Index, reports show, has delivered a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28 per cent (including dividends reinvestments) over five years and risen by almost 60 per cent in the past year.

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

No govt jobs for accused in cases of rape, crimes against women in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Ahead of the state assembly elections due this year-end, Baghel made as many as 15 announcements in his address during the state-level Independence Day function at the Police Parade ground in Raipur.

'I expect 8% growth next year'

'I expect 8% growth next year'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

'We will see a lot of investments from the private sector.' 'As long as we are not impacted by some global events, I think we will be in a strong place.'

Modi Or Manmohan? Who Travelled More?

Modi Or Manmohan? Who Travelled More?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

While Narendra Modi spent fewer days abroad than his predecessor -- 275 days versus Dr Singh's 306 - he has travelled more widely than any other Indian PM.

Markets end in red; NTPC, ICICI Bank fall sharply

Markets end in red; NTPC, ICICI Bank fall sharply

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended down 208 points at 28,261 and the 50-share Nifty closed 64 points lower at 8,571.

A game-changer who is stuck at the MoS level

A game-changer who is stuck at the MoS level

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

There was buzz of Piyush Goyal being elevated to Cabinet rank but only Prakash Javadekar made the cut.

In a first since 1998, rough diamonds will be auctioned in Surat

In a first since 1998, rough diamonds will be auctioned in Surat

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

So far, rough diamonds mined from the Panna mines in Madhya Pradesh were auctioned online but displayed only at Panna.

Modi-Albanese will take fresh guard on Friday in Delhi

Modi-Albanese will take fresh guard on Friday in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese will hold extensive talks on Friday with a focus on boosting overall bilateral ties in areas of trade and investment, defence and critical minerals.

How the private sector chipped in for Chandrayaan-3

How the private sector chipped in for Chandrayaan-3

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

A number of private companies have contributed to the development of ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft which successfully landed near the south pole of the Moon on Wednesday evening.

As demand for EV batteries picks up, makers eye lithium reserves

As demand for EV batteries picks up, makers eye lithium reserves

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The EV industry is at an inflection point and batteries will play a critical role ahead -- batteries and related components typically constitute 35-45 per cent of an EV's costs.

How India Can Rival China As Production Platform

How India Can Rival China As Production Platform

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

We have the workforce, now we need to ensure that we take full advantage of game-changing technologies and geopolitical openings, suggests Jayant Sinha, chairman, Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance.

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Weathering Foreign Policy Storms In 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Foreign policy is always a work in progress and ups and downs are built into foreign policy process. What is permanent is national interest. Hopefully, this year, which will also witness general elections in the country, will also clear clouds in the foreign policy horizon, observes Rup Narayan Das.

Bhupender Yadav: Minister To Watch Out For

Bhupender Yadav: Minister To Watch Out For

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

As a politician, Yadav is amiable and a consensus-maker, not hamstrung by dogma.

Nirma's new clothes: The journey of detergent brand towards healthcare

Nirma's new clothes: The journey of detergent brand towards healthcare

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Nirma's tryst with the pharmaceutical space started in 2006 when it acquired the ailing Core Healthcare in a deal reported to be worth Rs 300 crore. The Ahmedabad-based manufacturer of intravenous fluids was subsequently renamed Nirlife. Pharma industry insiders say Nirma, which broke open the detergent market in the 1990s with low prices and massive advertising, tried an encore of the low-price strategy in pharma, but with mixed results.

Chandrayaan-3 will put India in select orbit of Moon-landing nations

Chandrayaan-3 will put India in select orbit of Moon-landing nations

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Weighing 320 tonne at lift-off, the vehicle used larger strap-on motors to achieve higher payload capability.

India extends $ 1 billion line of credit for development of Russia's Far East

India extends $ 1 billion line of credit for development of Russia's Far East

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Prime Minister Modi appreciated the vision of Putin for the welfare for Russia's Far East, saying the Russian President has opened up investment opportunities for India in the region.

Why Ashwini Vaishnaw is a perfect choice for railways & IT

Why Ashwini Vaishnaw is a perfect choice for railways & IT

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

From trusted bureaucrat, to Wharton, MNC executive to businessman, and now politician, the man in charge of two weighty ministries is a unique all-rounder with specialist knowledge.

Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Budget 2023-24: T V Somanathan to Ajay Seth, meet the FM's crack squad

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Coming Wednesday, Finance Minister (FM) Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2023 Union Budget - the last full Budget ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. While India exited 2022 as a relatively bright spot in the global economy, the FM will endeavour to present a Budget that insulates India's economy against global headwinds and recession in advanced economies, while sticking to the path of fiscal consolidation. In this, she is being helped by her core team of trusted advisors.

It's Amul vs Aavin in Tamil Nadu now; Stalin writes to Shah

It's Amul vs Aavin in Tamil Nadu now; Stalin writes to Shah

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Writing to Shah, Stalin drew the Centre's attention to the issues arising out of milk procurement by the Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers' Union (Amul) in the Tamil Nadu milk shed area.

The Jengaburu Curse Review: Big Ambitions, Poor Execution

The Jengaburu Curse Review: Big Ambitions, Poor Execution

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

This tangled tale of good versus evil could have been far more intriguing, observes Mayur Sanap.

Govt won't spare any effort to bring home Indians from Ukraine: Modi

Govt won't spare any effort to bring home Indians from Ukraine: Modi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Asserting that the country has made it a priority to rescue all Indians stuck in Ukraine, Modi said, "It is due to India's rising strength that we are are able to bring back stranded Indians from Ukraine. Operation Ganga has been launched and I have sent four ministers to oversee the evacuation."

10 Tips To Gain Muscle And Strengthen Bone Health

10 Tips To Gain Muscle And Strengthen Bone Health

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Proper exercise, good routine, optimal nutrition and supplementation can help maintain healthy muscle and bone mass, explains Maitri Trivedi.

Himanta inducts 2 cabinet ministers, rejigs several seniors' portfolios

Himanta inducts 2 cabinet ministers, rejigs several seniors' portfolios

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

The expansion was the first by Sarma since he assumed chief ministership of the state about 13 months ago.

Chhattisgarh poll: The issues BJP, Cong are banking on

Chhattisgarh poll: The issues BJP, Cong are banking on

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The ruling Congress is seeking to retain power in Chhattisgarh by banking on the welfare schemes of the Bhupesh Baghel government, while the Bharatiya Janata Party is hoping to corner it on the issues of alleged corruption, religious conversions and unfulfilled poll promises.

Infiltrators marrying tribal women to grab land: Shah in Jharkhand

Infiltrators marrying tribal women to grab land: Shah in Jharkhand

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

Vote bank politics cannot be above protecting the sanctity of girls and women, he said virtually launching the campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha election at Chaibasa, about 150 km from in Chaibasa.

Changes in tribal rights and green rules 'save' 130 mines

Changes in tribal rights and green rules 'save' 130 mines

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

The changes were made to several regulations in a coordinated manner by the environment ministry, the tribal affairs ministry and the mines ministry over a year.