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Nation pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi on birth anniversary

Nation pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi on birth anniversary

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

The nation on Thursday remembered Mahatma Gandhi on his 145th birth anniversary with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders paying floral tributes at his memorial in New Delhi.

Australia matters to India more than ever

Australia matters to India more than ever

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's first State visit to India is an indication of the success of India's Act East Policy, says Dr Rahul Mishra.

Why we must salute both Nehru and Patel

Why we must salute both Nehru and Patel

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

'Both Nehru and Patel were thorough gentlemen and whatever their differences never disrespected each other.' 'Neither Modi nor Rahul Gandhi has much in them to claim such legacies.' 'They are symptomatic of the sad days that have befallen the nation midwifed and contemplated by Nehru and Patel,' says Mohan Guruswamy.

India in SCO: Opportunities and challenges

India in SCO: Opportunities and challenges

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

It is important the SCO focus strongly on economic development and regional integration that leads to greater benefits for the least developed regions of member-countries, writes Sana Hashmi.

Conduct DNA test on Netaji's ashes: Daughter urges PM Modi

Conduct DNA test on Netaji's ashes: Daughter urges PM Modi

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

She alleged that certain people in the previous governments had "neglected" the matter as they "never" wanted the mystery to be solved.

PM Modi breaks protocol again, walks down Rajpath to greet people

PM Modi breaks protocol again, walks down Rajpath to greet people

Rediff.com26 Jan 2017

Last year too, on the Republic Day, the prime minister walked down the Rajpath to greet people.

Japan wants India's support on island disputes with China

Japan wants India's support on island disputes with China

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Engaged in a territorial dispute with China, Japan on Thursday sought to rope in India's support over "the recent Chinese provocative actions" saying a message needs to be sent to it collectively that status quo cannot be changed by force.

Modi hails Nehru, asks youth to imbibe his scientific temper

Modi hails Nehru, asks youth to imbibe his scientific temper

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

He said the youth should take inspiration from him.

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

Gymnast Dipa Karmakar and discus thrower Vikas Gowda were the other sport spersons to receive the honour on Thursday.

Lanka fails to get assurance from India on UNHRC resolution

Lanka fails to get assurance from India on UNHRC resolution

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Brushing aside opposition from the Dravida Munetra Kazhagam and other parties in Tamil Nadu, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday met Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa but did not give him any assurance on which way India will vote on a the United Nations Human Rights Council resolution for an independent international probe into rights abuses during the war with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam.

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

PM asks bankers to ensure stable credit growth

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

During a three-hour long virtual meeting with CEOs of large public and private sector banks along with heads of NBFCs, the prime minister assured them that the government is ready to take all steps to support the financial sector.

PM visits Pathankot, voices satisfaction over counter attack

PM visits Pathankot, voices satisfaction over counter attack

Rediff.com10 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited the strategic Pathankot Air Force base for a first-hand assessment of the situation in the aftermath of the terror attack last Saturday.

In I-Day address, PM announces plans for environment

In I-Day address, PM announces plans for environment

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

Addressing the nation on Independence Day, the prime minister also spoke on renewable energy and the need to maintain a balance between development and the environment. Referring to the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), launched in January 2019, Modi said, "A special campaign is being worked out to reduce pollution in 100 selected cities with a holistic approach."

Don't consider yourself alone in fight against terror: PM tells Sheikh Hasina

Don't consider yourself alone in fight against terror: PM tells Sheikh Hasina

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

India's progress is linked to that of all its neighbours, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday

Make in India Week nets Rs 15.2 lakh cr commitments

Make in India Week nets Rs 15.2 lakh cr commitments

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Maharashtra could become the gateway for the rest of the country.

Modi-India Inc meet: A move to boost confidence amid crisis

Modi-India Inc meet: A move to boost confidence amid crisis

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

The meeting will focus on how to make the crisis an opportunity for India.

Mary Kom is a 'national treasure'

Mary Kom is a 'national treasure'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

A sixth world title added to her cabinet, ace Indian boxer MC Mary Kom, on Wednesday, said she is now aiming for a gold in the Olympics.

Indians on show on Sunday at the Commonwealth Games

Indians on show on Sunday at the Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com27 Jul 2014

It's a big day for India today as medals will be few good ties away from the athletes at the Commonwealth Games on Sunday.

Find innovative methods to check frauds: PM to auditors

Find innovative methods to check frauds: PM to auditors

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Stressing the need to make evidence-based policy formulation an integral part of governance, the prime minister said auditors must resort to technical tools to iron out any chances of fraud in organisations and give a new identity to new India.

10 clean cities that make India proud

10 clean cities that make India proud

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

These 10 cities have maintained cleanliness throughout

Will India's gold schemes succeed?

Will India's gold schemes succeed?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Chirag Mehta, senior fund manager -- alternative investments at Quantum AMC, shares his views.

At every step 1.25 billion people of India will stand by Myanmar: PM

At every step 1.25 billion people of India will stand by Myanmar: PM

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

As Myanmar sets out on a new path after decades of military rule, India on Monday promised whole-hearted support to it in "every step" of its journey as the two countries resolved to deepen ties and actively cooperate to combat terrorism and insurgent activities in the region.

National Awards 2018: 'We were robbed of happiness'

National Awards 2018: 'We were robbed of happiness'

Rediff.com4 May 2018

'The National Award is our nation's highest recognition, being recognised at the President's hand is our privilege, our honour and our dream.' 'The nation's sentiment got left out in the choices that were made yesterday...'

On 68th birthday, Modi gives pep talk to young school children in Varanasi

On 68th birthday, Modi gives pep talk to young school children in Varanasi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Greetings from all quarters, including his political rivals, poured in on Monday for Prime Minister Narendra Modi who celebrated his 68th birthday in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi.

Railways to promote Gandhi Circuit to draw tourists

Railways to promote Gandhi Circuit to draw tourists

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

IRCTC will work on Kisan Yatra, a special travel scheme to help farmers to learn about new farming and marketing technique.

73 IAS officers empanelled for central govt duty

73 IAS officers empanelled for central govt duty

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Of the 73 names, 41 have been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet for secretary-level posts, while 32 names have been cleared for holding additional secretary or equivalent-level posts, reports R Rajagopalan.

IOC chief thanks PM Modi for his support to Tokyo Games

IOC chief thanks PM Modi for his support to Tokyo Games

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

'Thanks to the excellent and trustful cooperation we are enjoying, like from the G20 Leaders' Summit, we are confident that these Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 will be a great success'

Why is the colour of Economic Survey's cover sky blue?

Why is the colour of Economic Survey's cover sky blue?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

The Survey adopts an unfettered approach in thinking about the appropriate economic model for India. This endeavour is reflected in the sky blue cover of the Survey, Chief Economic Adviser Krishnamurthy V Subramanian said.

Time to regain past glory, says PM on India-Iran ties

Time to regain past glory, says PM on India-Iran ties

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Invoking the age-old cultural bonds between India and Iran, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said it was time for the two countries to "march together" by regaining the "past glory" of historical ties

When thirst became a crisis in Maldives, IRCTC helped with water

When thirst became a crisis in Maldives, IRCTC helped with water

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

IRCTC has four Rail Neer plants.

100 mn users and counting, but Facebook's India fortunes dip

100 mn users and counting, but Facebook's India fortunes dip

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

For Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who visited the country for the first time in October, India might be one of his "priority markets".

BJP bids to win 2019 polls on PM's 'pro-poor' image

BJP bids to win 2019 polls on PM's 'pro-poor' image

Rediff.com15 May 2017

According to BJP strategists, PMJAY and the PM Ujjwala Yojana will form the nucleus of the Modi government's re-election campaign.

Railways to set up 522 hospitals

Railways to set up 522 hospitals

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

Presenting the Railway Budget for 2010-11 in Parliament, the minister said outpatient departments and diagnostic centres will be set up in several stations across India.

PM declassifies 100 files on Netaji Subhas Bose

PM declassifies 100 files on Netaji Subhas Bose

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

The files, digitised and given "preliminary conservation treatment" by the National Archives of India, were released on the birth anniversary of Netaji.

Give asset details or lose foreign postings, promotions: Govt to babus

Give asset details or lose foreign postings, promotions: Govt to babus

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

There are 5,004 IAS officers working across the country.

Modi launches scheme to provide free LPG connections to poor

Modi launches scheme to provide free LPG connections to poor

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Calling himself 'Shramik No.1' (Worker No.1), he listed out initiatives taken by his government for the welfare of labourers.

Sitharaman asks banks to roll out loan restructuring scheme by Sep 15

Sitharaman asks banks to roll out loan restructuring scheme by Sep 15

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

The finance minister asked lenders to identify eligible borrowers and reach out to them and urged for quick implementation of a sustained resolution plan for the revival of every viable business.

India has shown it has the ability to manufacture: Jeffrey Immelt

India has shown it has the ability to manufacture: Jeffrey Immelt

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

'Prime Minister Modi has initiated a host of reforms in the right direction, and I would like to see that continuing.'

Good news for athletes! Sports Budget hiked by 258 cr

Good news for athletes! Sports Budget hiked by 258 cr

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The sports ministry, on Thursday, received a hike of Rs 258.2 crore in the union budget for 2018-19, presented by finance minister Arun Jaitley in the Parliament in New Delhi.

Modi praises Mongolia as new bright light of democracy in world

Modi praises Mongolia as new bright light of democracy in world

Rediff.com17 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday discovered a "special connection" with Mongolia when he entered the Buddhist country's Parliament to deliver a speech, the first foreign leader to do so on Sunday -- a holiday.