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High Onion Prices? Modi must do nothing!

High Onion Prices? Modi must do nothing!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

'Let the high price of onions clear the market, matching supply with demand.' 'Let onion growers keep exporting -- we are the world's largest onion exporter, export 10% of our production,' advises Naushad Forbes.

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Had India agreed to join the trade pact, Indian markets would have been flooded with cheap Chinese products.

Indian students detained in visa scam were aware of their crime: US

Indian students detained in visa scam were aware of their crime: US

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

The fake university was set up by the DHS's investigating unit in Greater Detroit area to bust the "pay-and-stay" racket.

Three ways to combat coronavirus

Three ways to combat coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'It is clear that primary care would be extremely critical in providing care to and preventing deaths of large numbers of patients,' says Pavitra Mohan and Jagdish Rattanani.

SC tells govt NRIs must be allowed to e-vote within 8 weeks

SC tells govt NRIs must be allowed to e-vote within 8 weeks

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that the Election Commission's recommendation to extend voting rights to NRIs through postal ballots has been accepted in letter and spirit.

Black-money sleuths seek HSBC transaction data

Black-money sleuths seek HSBC transaction data

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

The SIT will ask the RBI for transaction details over 15 years

Will perpetual Modi critics see the true picture?

Will perpetual Modi critics see the true picture?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

'We are no longer striving for a strategic partnership. We have arrived at one.'

Labour pangs for surrogacy law

Labour pangs for surrogacy law

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The central government has drafted a law to restrict wombs for hire, and there is much to be said on all sides.

NaMo App: 'He is still subject to the law'

NaMo App: 'He is still subject to the law'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

'It is really troublesome that someone in a position of power is misleading people and presumably, citizens of the country to give up data.' 'That is not a part of informed consent.'

SC directs Mallya to furnish details of all assets

SC directs Mallya to furnish details of all assets

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Mallya is a fugitive from justice in India, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi told the Supreme Court.

Modi first PM to strike political note at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Modi first PM to strike political note at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

A quick scan of prime ministerial speeches at the PBD going back to 2009, another election year, reveals no political utterances by either Modi or his predecessor, Dr Manmohan Singh.

Is Modi losing his touch?

Is Modi losing his touch?

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'You can't make the poor rich overnight.' 'Nor can you fly millions in planes.' 'But remember that word: Empathy.' 'Who in the BJP is speaking in that language to these millions?' 'Someone putting an arm of understanding, warmth, comfort around them?', asks Shekhar Gupta.

UK visa rules breaking families apart: MPs

UK visa rules breaking families apart: MPs

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Under the new rules, a British citizen who wants to bring in their spouse or dependent from India or any other country outside the 30-member European Economic Area has to earn a minimum 18,600 British pounds a year.

Beware of Chinese propaganda!

Beware of Chinese propaganda!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

China has been trying to build lobbies of influence and mould public opinion in India since at least 2017, and large sums have been invested in the effort, reveals former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

What happened to Priya Pillai could happen to many of us

What happened to Priya Pillai could happen to many of us

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

'No private citizen can be prevented from holding or propagating in India or abroad, a view contrary to that of the government of the day. The government, it seems is misreading the mandate in the Lok Sabha as being a mandate to crush dissent. In times when ruling parties have brute majorities in Parliament, the true test of safeguarding democracy is its ability to allow dissenting voices to be heard,' says Indira Jaising, the former additional solicitor general.

Why markets jumped 70% in 8 months

Why markets jumped 70% in 8 months

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

And why markets could give up 25 per cent of all these gains made since March 2020

Rs 15 lakh for each Indian if black money were traced? Not exactly!

Rs 15 lakh for each Indian if black money were traced? Not exactly!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

There were as many as 628 names in the HSBC list.

To stop tax evasion, Sebi cracks the whip on offshore wealth managers

To stop tax evasion, Sebi cracks the whip on offshore wealth managers

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

An estimated $344 billion has been illegally removed from the Indian economy between 2002 and 2011

Sports Shorts: Schumacher's ex-manager wants the truth about his health

Sports Shorts: Schumacher's ex-manager wants the truth about his health

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Monday

Kerala should not be denied foreign aid

Kerala should not be denied foreign aid

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

'To deny our people help in the time of their greatest need is cruelty,' says Aakar Patel, winner of the 2018 Prem Bhatia Award for Political Reporting.

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

Cos ask US treasury to discuss data localisation norms with Indian officials at all platforms the two countries would meet, including G-20, US-India Strategic Dialogue, and IMF Annual Meet.

Why the rise of China's military worries the world

Why the rise of China's military worries the world

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

There is growing alarm at the inexorable rise of China, both of its military prowess and its aggressive bullying of other countries plus its subjugation of whole portions of its own population.

ED seizes Rs 5,100cr assets of Nirav Modi, moves to revoke his passport

ED seizes Rs 5,100cr assets of Nirav Modi, moves to revoke his passport

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

As many as 17 locations in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jaipur and Surat were raided by the ED.

China has deployed more troops near Indian border: Pentagon

China has deployed more troops near Indian border: Pentagon

Rediff.com14 May 2016

However, Denmark said it is difficult to conclude on the real intention behind this.

Sheena Bora trial: Peter has aged so many years

Sheena Bora trial: Peter has aged so many years

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

The close-onto four years (since November 2015) Peter has spent in Arthur Road jail, central Mumbai, in judicial custody, have taken their toll, lending him a bit of a melancholy stoop, a laborious gait and a tired face, turning him prematurely into a much older man than his nearly 64 years. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com reports from the Sheena Bora murder trial.

'Down Down Pakistan', 'Free Balochistan' chants for Sharif outside UNGA

'Down Down Pakistan', 'Free Balochistan' chants for Sharif outside UNGA

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The protestors converged across the street from the world body's headquarters to condemn atrocities and human rights violations by Pakistan just as Sharif was addressing the General Debate of the General Assembly.

'Obama, Modi can work to develop power initiative'

'Obama, Modi can work to develop power initiative'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

More than a dozen organisations, businesses and clean energy venture capitalists have appealed to US President Barack Obama to collaborate with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to develop a "Power India" initiative.

All info on black money can't be disclosed: Centre tells SC

All info on black money can't be disclosed: Centre tells SC

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

The Centre on Friday submitted before the Supreme Court that all the information on black money received from foreign countries, with which India has double taxation avoidance agreement, cannot be disclosed.

Will the soldiers at the Siachen Glacier get to vote?

Will the soldiers at the Siachen Glacier get to vote?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

The Election Commission must ensure that soldiers, paramilitary forces and railway employees who work outside their home states are given proper avenues to cast their votes, says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

'I want to pursue masters in research'

'I want to pursue masters in research'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

In an online chat with readers overseas consultant NNS Chandra offered advice.

No respite! Experts say rupee to sink further

No respite! Experts say rupee to sink further

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

The Reserve Bank of India late on Wednesday unveiled rules to restrict how much its citizens and companies can invest abroad and announced additional curbs on gold imports.

Aadhaar-demat account linking: FPIs grappling with Sebi diktat

Aadhaar-demat account linking: FPIs grappling with Sebi diktat

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Sebi directs freezing of all demat accounts not linked to Aadhaar by December 31

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Rediff.com21 May 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

US charges 61 people in Indian call centre scam

US charges 61 people in Indian call centre scam

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

More than 60 individuals and entities, an overwhelming number of them Indians, were on Thursday charged by the Justice Department for allegedly participating in a multi-million dollar scam involving call centres based in India which conned thousands of American citizens.

Will the tumultuous events in Saudi affect Indian oil?

Will the tumultuous events in Saudi affect Indian oil?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

India expects to remain unscathed this time, mainly because it is in a sweet spot as the world's third largest oil consumer, after the US and China, says Subhomoy Bhattacharjee.

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'The Olympics postponement may not be a political body blow to Abe Shinzo, but it is no denying that the economic cost of the postponement of the Games will be heavy for Japan,' observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Visa on arrival faces project infra hurdle

Visa on arrival faces project infra hurdle

Rediff.com5 Oct 2014

The e-visa authority project, allowing entry without a physical visa, has overshot the October 2 deadline

Brexit: UK is the place to holiday, study & buy your next dream home

Brexit: UK is the place to holiday, study & buy your next dream home

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Exchange rates to provide for 5-7% savings in package costs; consultants forecast higher property purchases by Indians; currency depreciation to make education cheaper

Prez to lay foundation stone for Kartarpur corridor to Pak on Nov 26

Prez to lay foundation stone for Kartarpur corridor to Pak on Nov 26

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Pakistan's foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi tweeted, 'Prime Minister Imran Khan will break ground at Kartarpura facilities on 28 November.'

Lok Sabha passes black money bill

Lok Sabha passes black money bill

Rediff.com11 May 2015

Compliance window for those with undisclosed income abroad to come clean by paying 30 per cent tax and 30 per cent penalty