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5 MUST-DO actions for the Modi government

5 MUST-DO actions for the Modi government

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

The government has an opportunity right now to save Indians from deep recession, and in many cases, starvation, notes Kalyan Singhal.

Centre remains non-committal on loan waiver for TN farmers

Centre remains non-committal on loan waiver for TN farmers

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told the Rajya Sabha 'the government is absolutely sensitive and seized of the matter'.

US diplomat flays India's new data localisation, e-commerce rules

US diplomat flays India's new data localisation, e-commerce rules

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

"We are concerned about the data localisation law and the new e-commerce regulations...they do not fully take into account the needs of all stakeholders, including American and other foreign companies," acting principal deputy assistant secretary of the US, Thomas Vajda said.

Want to invest in Corporate FDs? Read this

Want to invest in Corporate FDs? Read this

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

When looking for alternatives, consider several parameters -- your investment horizon and liquidity requirement, post-tax returns, and risk.

'We'll have to live with branches for some time'

'We'll have to live with branches for some time'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

'67 per cent of our transactions happen digitally and about 93 per cent of transactions happen outside the branch.' 'Despite that, there is ample scope for promoting banking-related activities in branches.' 'So, for some time, we will have to, probably, live with the same structure.'

Withdrawing EPF tax will be a grave mistake

Withdrawing EPF tax will be a grave mistake

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

It's unfortunate the govt seems close to bowing to pressure from a limited section of the public.

2017-18 divestment proceeds may exceed Rs 72,500 crore

2017-18 divestment proceeds may exceed Rs 72,500 crore

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

For first time in 8 yrs, stake sale proceeds could exceed Budget Estimates. ONGC's acquisition of HPCL alone could get the exchequer more than Rs 30,000 crore.

Ayushman Bharat may help patients access life-saving drugs

Ayushman Bharat may help patients access life-saving drugs

Rediff.com16 May 2018

'We have often heard the mythical argument that patents block access to life-saving drugs, but only 5% of medicines from multinational companies are under patent protection in India.' 'Where these patented products are beyond the reach of Indian patients, the companies have programmes to facilitate access to their drugs, for free or for a fraction of the price,' points out Ranjana Smetacek, former director general, Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India.

Ahead of mega-IPO plans, Indian unicorns eye new business

Ahead of mega-IPO plans, Indian unicorns eye new business

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

A slew of Indian firms, including Flipkart, Byju's and Zomato, is building a path to profitability and diversifying into newer business segments ahead of mega-IPO plans.

LIC looking at PSU equity

LIC looking at PSU equity

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

Chairman says turnaround has begun in sector expects 10% growth in firm's core business this year.

India's economy could prove to be 'most resilient' in subregion over long term: UN

India's economy could prove to be 'most resilient' in subregion over long term: UN

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

India's economy could prove to be the "most resilient" in the subregion of South and South-West Asia over the long term, according to a report by the UN, which says a positive but lower economic growth post COVID-19 pandemic and the country's large market will continue to attract investments. The report titled 'Foreign Direct Investment Trends And Outlook In Asia And The Pacific 2020/2021', and compiled by United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), stated that inward FDI flows to South and South-West Asia slightly decreased by 2 per cent in 2019, from $67 billion in 2018 to $66 billion in 2019. The growth, however, was mainly driven by India, which accounted for 77 per cent of the total inflows to the subregion and received $51 billion in 2019, up 20 per cent from the previous year.

Do you use Fintechs? Read this please!

Do you use Fintechs? Read this please!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Fintechs need to behave with responsibility and transparency. A lot of mis-selling has been happening. Other issues have been plaguing the fledgling industry -- high interest rates, even higher processing fees, harsh collection process and, most critically, data leakage leading to rampant frauds, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Modi's hardest task in 2021: Creating jobs

Modi's hardest task in 2021: Creating jobs

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

The biggest worry is not the shrinking of the labour market, but the collapse of good jobs.

New health cover for the poor

New health cover for the poor

Rediff.com29 May 2006

39 bills to come up during Parliament's Winter Session

39 bills to come up during Parliament's Winter Session

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

The much-delayed insurance bill and the goods and services tax bill are among the 39 bills that are expected to come up during the month-long Winter Session of Parliament beginning next week.

There's more than bad rains behind farmer suicides

There's more than bad rains behind farmer suicides

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Harassment, corruption and the burden of compound interest for years are also the reasons.

FinMin may not allocate more funds to banks

FinMin may not allocate more funds to banks

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

The Arun Jaitley-led finance ministry reiterated banks should act tough on wilful defaulters.

Is India's economy crashing?

Is India's economy crashing?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'Defence funding is channelled to State-owned research organisations where scientists are merely bureaucrats holding meetings and sending out minutes of meetings and press releases, but have long ago stopped any innovative work.' 'Unless this tragedy is fixed, India's chances to create world-conquering and job-creating new industries are slim,' says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Mumbai's Art Deco marvels

Mumbai's Art Deco marvels

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

'Art Deco was the last of the truly international styles.'

Now, Thailand, Spain ban Uber

Now, Thailand, Spain ban Uber

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

The company faces regulatory hurdles in these countries

How Air France mishap will hit Indian operators

How Air France mishap will hit Indian operators

Rediff.com3 Jun 2009

Kingfisher Airlines, National Aviation Company of India Limited -- the state-owned company that runs Air India -- and Indigo could face additional cost pressures, with reinsurance rates expected to harden following the accident involving the Air France aircraft that was flying from Rio de Janeiro to Paris with 228 passengers on board.

Bank of India to launch online trading

Bank of India to launch online trading

Rediff.com10 Oct 2005

Bank of India will soon launch online trading facility for the customers, enabling them to make investments in the equity market.

Will Modi take swadeshi route to privatise Air India?

Will Modi take swadeshi route to privatise Air India?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'Air India's privatisation is acceptable as long as its control does not pass on to a foreign entity,' says A K Bhattacharya.

Why FPIs are staying away from defence IPOs

Why FPIs are staying away from defence IPOs

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

Several institutional investors were ineligible to invest in these companies as they failed to meet the disclosure norms

PNB scam: Bank ignored auditors' warning

PNB scam: Bank ignored auditors' warning

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

The banks also received a warning from the rating agency Care, in February 2016, after Firestar's financials deteriorated.

Is Ireland a good place to study?

Is Ireland a good place to study?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Post Brexit, Irish universities are seeing a surge in applications says Barry O'Driscoll, senior spokesperson for Education in Ireland.

Govt mulling measures to make lay-offs less painful

Govt mulling measures to make lay-offs less painful

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

Workers being laid off will be entitled to full wages of 45 days for every year of service.

What if Kishore Biyani wins the battle against Amazon?

What if Kishore Biyani wins the battle against Amazon?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Experts say Biyani will now become a contract manufacturer of fashion and FMCG products, with the Reliance group being one of his customers.

Why the govt should give greater autonomy to public banks

Why the govt should give greater autonomy to public banks

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Control over PSU banks is what is allowing the government to drive this scheme.

IPO fundraising hit a 6-year high in FY17

IPO fundraising hit a 6-year high in FY17

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

A total of 25 companies raised Rs 28,220 crore during the financial year.

India to get 3rd set of Swiss bank details, info on real estate this month

India to get 3rd set of Swiss bank details, info on real estate this month

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

Marking a key milestone in the Indian government's fight against black money allegedly stashed abroad, India will get this month the complete information on flats, apartments and condominiums owned by Indians in Switzerland as also on earnings made from such properties to help it look into tax liabilities associated with those assets.

Anil Ambani's sinking wealth leaves lenders jittery

Anil Ambani's sinking wealth leaves lenders jittery

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

While RCom owes Indian banks close to Rs 45,000 crore, Ambani has lost close to $408 million of personal wealth year-to-date until Tuesday.

UTI MF promoters to offload 50% pie

UTI MF promoters to offload 50% pie

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

UTI Asset Management Company will float an initial public offer by March-end 2008 to help its sponsors State Bank of India, Life Insurance Corporation, Punjab National Bank and Bank of Baroda -- offload up to 50 per cent stake.

Jhunjhunwala hikes stake in Kesoram Industries to nearly 7%

Jhunjhunwala hikes stake in Kesoram Industries to nearly 7%

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Through rights issue, a firm allows existing shareholders a right to buy additional shares in the company at a specific price.

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

With the US education system operating independently from the government, universities are adopting varying strategies when it comes to Covid vaccination.

Congress signals support for 3 key reform legislations

Congress signals support for 3 key reform legislations

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Opposition party is unlikely to block Bills for GST, insurance and e-auction of coal mines.

Hiring activities grow by 4% in October: Naukri.com

Hiring activities grow by 4% in October: Naukri.com

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Sector-wise, oil & gas witnessed monthly growth of 30 per cent in hiring while insurance sector registered an increase of 25 per cent compared to September.

UNHEARD Voices from the Lockdown

UNHEARD Voices from the Lockdown

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

While those who attended 'Livelihoods in Lockdown' learnt a lot, was anyone from the government listening?

From March, you can start a business in Mumbai and Delhi in just 4 days

From March, you can start a business in Mumbai and Delhi in just 4 days

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Government planning to slash the number of days required to start a business in Mumbai, Delhi from the current 26.