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Govt clears policy on declassifying war records

Govt clears policy on declassifying war records

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

According to the policy, each organisation under the MoD such as tri-services, Integrated Defence Staff, Assam Rifles and Indian Coast Guard, will transfer the records, including war diaries, letters of proceedings and operational record books, to the History Division of MoD for proper upkeep, archival and writing of histories.

Govt must discipline the spending habits of Union ministries

Govt must discipline the spending habits of Union ministries

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

There are some 20-odd schemes with this default provision, or something close to it.

Assets of Videocon promoters to be frozen, attached

Assets of Videocon promoters to be frozen, attached

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has directed to freeze and attach assets and properties of Videocon promoters following a petition by the ministry of corporate affairs. The NCLT Mumbai bench has directed the Central Depository Services Ltd (CDSL) and National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) that securities owned or held by the Videocon promoters "in any company or society be frozen, and be prohibited from being transferred or alienation" and the details be shared with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). It directed the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to disclose information about all assets of the Videocon promoters in their knowledge or possession, for the purpose of freezing and restraining such assets.

Canada expels Indian envoy over Khalistani leader's killing

Canada expels Indian envoy over Khalistani leader's killing

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Canada has expelled an Indian diplomat as it was investigating what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called 'credible allegations' of the involvement of 'agents of the Indian government' in the killing of a Sikh extremist leader in Surrey in June, claims outrightly rejected by New Delhi as 'absurd' and 'motivated'.

Loss At Byju's May Only Be Tip Of Iceberg

Loss At Byju's May Only Be Tip Of Iceberg

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

'Byju's financials only reflect the core business. At a group level, they are experiencing substantial losses.'

Nirmalaji's New Headache: Food Scheme Extension

Nirmalaji's New Headache: Food Scheme Extension

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains, cautions A K Bhattacharya.

Interest rate on Public Provident Fund cut to 8.1%

Interest rate on Public Provident Fund cut to 8.1%

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

In a move that will hit the common man, the government on Friday slashed interest rates payable on small savings including PPF and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) in a bid to align them closer to market rates.

Govt report on next-gen civil services stresses on tech in governance

Govt report on next-gen civil services stresses on tech in governance

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Governments need to proactively plan for attracting and retaining the next generation of talent for its civil services, an official report has said.

Chinese military drills near Taiwan conclude with island attack

Chinese military drills near Taiwan conclude with island attack

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

The Chinese military, on the last day of its largest-ever military exercises to vent out its anger over United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, carried out island saturation attack drills in the Taiwan Straits, amid global concerns of a full-scale attack to annex the breakaway island which Beijing claims is part of its territory.

CBI begins investigation into Balasore train accident with filing FIR

CBI begins investigation into Balasore train accident with filing FIR

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday started its investigation into alleged criminal negligence leading to the Balasore train accident which claimed 278 lives after registering a first information report (FIR), officials said.

Disburse drought relief immediately, SC tells states

Disburse drought relief immediately, SC tells states

Rediff.com13 May 2016

The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Centre to release funds for MNREGA and to pay compensation to farmers in drought-affected areas.

Presidential candidates need 50 proposers, 50 seconders, Rs 15,000 as deposit

Presidential candidates need 50 proposers, 50 seconders, Rs 15,000 as deposit

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Setting in motion the process for the 16th presidential election, the Election Commission on Thursday said anyone desiring to contest would need 50 electors as proposers and 50 others as seconders -- a move aimed at weeding out non-serious candidates in these polls that once saw nominations getting rejected for 36 out of 37 candidates.

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Tension eases as China concludes 3-day military drills 'encircling' Taiwan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The eastern theatre command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army successfully completed all tasks of its combat readiness patrols and exercises around Taiwan Island, official media in Beijing reported.

Pegasus maker slams criticism, but concedes 'some mistakes'

Pegasus maker slams criticism, but concedes 'some mistakes'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

An undeterred Chief Executive Officer of NSO Group, Shalev Hulio, in an interview to Israeli Channel 12 on Saturday, strongly defended the company's operations, though he also conceded that some 'mistakes' may have happened over the years.

Manipur: INDIA MPs walk out of Rajya Sabha during Question Hour

Manipur: INDIA MPs walk out of Rajya Sabha during Question Hour

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

The Congress' chief whip Jairam Ramesh, said, 'Today, too, the INDIA parties demanded the prime minister's presence in the Rajya Sabha to make a statement on Manipur, to be followed by a discussion.'

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Given the security dilemma prevailing between India and China, India should curb the operation of Chinese telecom companies in India, asserts Dr Rup Narayan Das.

Sitharaman on Adani fallout: Regulators will look into it

Sitharaman on Adani fallout: Regulators will look into it

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

India's economic image is not affected due to Adani Group's recent decision to pull out Rs 20,000 crore FPO (follow-on public offers) amid allegations of financial wrongdoings, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday.

Gloves for voters, thermal scanners among new election guidelines

Gloves for voters, thermal scanners among new election guidelines

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

A group of five people, including candidates but excluding security personnel, is allowed to take part in door-to-door campaigning.

Census unlikely to take place before 2024 Lok Sabha elections

Census unlikely to take place before 2024 Lok Sabha elections

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Although the Disaster Management Act for Covid containment measures, considered a hindrance in conducting the census, was withdrawn in March this year the Centre has not taken any further action on conducting the much-delayed population enumeration.

What Went Wrong at Axis Mutual Fund

What Went Wrong at Axis Mutual Fund

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Following the money and freezing anything unaccounted is the only way to set an example for others, suggests Debashis Basu.

Man kills parents, murders 17 neighbours to hide crime

Man kills parents, murders 17 neighbours to hide crime

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

He murdered his parents because they refused to repay his debts and also murdered 17 neighbours, including children, to cover up his crimes.

Govt, BJP come out guns blazing over Bilawal's attack on Modi

Govt, BJP come out guns blazing over Bilawal's attack on Modi

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

India on Friday launched a no-holds-barred attack on Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari for his 'uncivilised' outburst against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said the comments were a 'new low' even for that country.

WeDate among 43 more Chinese apps blocked by government

WeDate among 43 more Chinese apps blocked by government

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

The government on Tuesday blocked access to 43 more Chinese mobile apps, including Alibaba Workbench, AliExpress, Alipay Cashier, CamCard and WeDate, for being prejudicial to the sovereignty, integrity and defence of the nation.

At UN, India votes against Russia's call for secret vote on Ukraine

At UN, India votes against Russia's call for secret vote on Ukraine

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Only 13 nations voted in favour of Russia's call for a secret ballot on draft resolution on Ukraine.

Congress critical of Rafale deal, wants contract to be made public

Congress critical of Rafale deal, wants contract to be made public

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

Former Defence Minister A K Antony also demanded making public the inter-governmental agreement with France. He wondered how India would bridge the gap with respect to China and Pakistan by acquiring just 36 aircraft when the original plan was for 126.

Should Banks Be Closed On ALL Saturdays?

Should Banks Be Closed On ALL Saturdays?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Currently, banks are closed every second and fourth Saturday of a month. Why shouldn't they be shut every Saturday? When most customers carry their banks in their pocket (the app on the mobile phone), there is no need to keep banks open on Saturdays, argues Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

As Muslims we have the right to raise our voice for Kashmir: Taliban

As Muslims we have the right to raise our voice for Kashmir: Taliban

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Amid India's concerns that Afghanistan's territory might be used for anti-India activities under the Taliban regime, the terror group has said that it has the right to raise its voice for Muslims anywhere, including in Kashmir. However, it added that the group does not have a policy of raising arms against any country.

Amravati pharmacist murdered by radicalised Tablighis, an act of terror: NIA

Amravati pharmacist murdered by radicalised Tablighis, an act of terror: NIA

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Umesh Kolhe, a pharmacist from Amravati in Maharashtra, was murdered by "radicalised Islamists of Tablighi Jamaat" to avenge the alleged dishonour of Prophet Mohammed, as per the National Investigation Agency's charge sheet filed in a Mumbai court.

US mulls action against Chinese entities linked to balloon incursion

US mulls action against Chinese entities linked to balloon incursion

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official asserted that it is known that China used these balloons for surveillance.

Data Bill: Too much govt control will hit investments

Data Bill: Too much govt control will hit investments

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Significant controls and exemptions to the government under the proposed Digital Personal Data Protection bill 2022 are likely to make it harder for companies to invest in data centres and data processing activities in India, according to global technology industry body ITI. The ministry of electronics and IT has floated draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Bill 2022 and has invited comments on the same till January 2. "The Bill grants significant controls to the executive arm of GOI (Government of India) and delegates much of the detailed rulemaking authority to separate, as yet undefined processes.

Taiwan getting ready for war with China: Report

Taiwan getting ready for war with China: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Taiwan had shifted its purchases of large military platforms and systems, like fighter jets and naval vessels, to smaller lethal anti-ship and surface-to-air-missiles, reported The Singapore Post citing local media.

Sebi asks Indiabulls to take a few corrective measures

Sebi asks Indiabulls to take a few corrective measures

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) in its investigation against Indiabulls Housing Finance has found the mortgage financier non-compliant with regards to unavailability of certain information on its website as well as its internal policy. Thereby, it has directed the company to take corrective measures and inform the stock exchanges in a months' time. Several public interest litigations (PILs) and FIRs were filed against Indiabulls Housing Finance back in 2019, alleging irregularities, siphoning of funds, and other violations committed by the promoters of the company.

Quad nations vow better cooperation to check Chinese influence

Quad nations vow better cooperation to check Chinese influence

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

In his opening remarks at a ministerial meeting in Tokyo of the Quadrilateral coalition, also known as 'Quad', External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India remained committed to a rules-based world order, respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty, and peaceful resolution of disputes.

Govt has taken up snooping issue with China: Jaishankar

Govt has taken up snooping issue with China: Jaishankar

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'In their part, the Chinese Foreign ministry maintained that there was no connection between the company concerned and the Chinese government,' he also said.

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

The spokesperson said that Indian ambassador to Qatar Deepak Mittal had a meeting in the foreign office in which concerns were raised with regard to some offensive tweets by individuals in India denigrating the religious personality.

How the note purge affects India's states

How the note purge affects India's states

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

The ripples from November 8 may be seen in next year's state budgets.

Gotabaya quits, new Lanka Prez within 7 days: Speaker

Gotabaya quits, new Lanka Prez within 7 days: Speaker

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The 73-year-old leader on Thursday emailed his resignation letter to the Speaker soon after he was allowed by Singapore to enter the city-state on a "private visit".

24 new ministers take oath in Gujarat, team Rupani out

24 new ministers take oath in Gujarat, team Rupani out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath to 10 cabinet ministers and 14 ministers of state, including five ministers of state with independent charge.

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

One hopes in his next term, Narendra Modi will take up the mission of inculcating respect for following rules in Indians as a mission. Therein lies the chance for India to become a developed country, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Post Air India-Tata deal, govt staff are free to book tickets on any airline

Post Air India-Tata deal, govt staff are free to book tickets on any airline

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Post handing over of Air India to the Tatas, government officials will be free to book their travel with any airline that offers them the best price. And, the Centre will not have a tie up with any carrier, department of investment and public asset management (DIPAM) secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey said. "The government is not mandating travel by any particular airline, going forward, after handing over Air India because there won't be any state-owned airline," he said. The department of expenditure (DoE) will soon issue instructions to government departments for official travel as this needs to be done before handing over Air India to the new buyer, he said.