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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.

Rajan softens stance on Jan Dhan, says it's a welcome scheme

Rajan softens stance on Jan Dhan, says it's a welcome scheme

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

The RBI Governor had earlier cautioned the banks on the risks involved in just hunting for numbers, asking them not to compromise on core objectives of the programme.

Faceless tax e-assessment begins; 58,222 notices sent

Faceless tax e-assessment begins; 58,222 notices sent

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

Though the system is called faceless, it would have a room for inviting tax payers through video conferencing.

PM pays tribute to Army martyrs in Kashmir

PM pays tribute to Army martyrs in Kashmir

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to the martyrs who laid down their lives while protecting the borders in Jammu and Kashmir.

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

India-ASEAN call for 'full and effective' implementation of understanding on SCS

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

In a strong message to China, India and ASEAN on Thursday called for a "full and effective" implementation of the understanding between the parties involved in the South China Sea dispute, while stressing on maritime security and freedom of navigation in the critical sea lanes.

Expert group to advice on petro prices

Expert group to advice on petro prices

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee while presenting the budget 2009-10 in Lok Sabha on Monday said that the details about this expert group will be announced by the minister of petroleum and natural gas.

The big gainers under PM's agri insurance plan

The big gainers under PM's agri insurance plan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Under the PMFBY - introduced in 2016 - farmers have to pay a maximum of 2 per cent of the sum insured for kharif and 1.5 per cent for rabi food and oilseed crops and 5 per cent for commercial/horticultural crops. Eighteen general insurance companies, including five public sector insurance firms, have been empanelled for the scheme's implementation.

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.

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.

Prime Minister's Office email hacked

Prime Minister's Office email hacked

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

The email ID of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) handling the messages from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) to the media was hacked on Wednesday, prompting the PMO to issue an advisory that the fake email coming with the subject line "my terrible situation" may be ignored.

Sitharaman given a live demo of GST glitches

Sitharaman given a live demo of GST glitches

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

The aim of the exercise was to further simplify GST forms and make the filing process more user-friendly, the finance ministry said in a tweet, reports Dilasha Seth.

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.

Hopeful of India winning 5-6 medals in Tokyo: Bindra

Hopeful of India winning 5-6 medals in Tokyo: Bindra

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Sanjay Kapoor elected AICF President, Chauhan retains secretary's post.

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.

Violence grips Karachi after MQM leader gunned down

Violence grips Karachi after MQM leader gunned down

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

At least nine people were killed and scores injured in Pakistan's financial capital Karachi On Tuesday as a fallout of political violence triggered by the shooting of an Muttahida Quami Movement leader and his brother by unidentified gunmen.

India is in a financial mess

India is in a financial mess

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

'In a serious fiscal situation like this, an ostrich-like focus on annual budgeting, event management and defensive rhetoric will only make matters worse,' warns Rathin Roy.

Terrorism is Pak's favourite child: PM at BRICS-BIMSTEC Summit

Terrorism is Pak's favourite child: PM at BRICS-BIMSTEC Summit

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

Other world leaders too voiced concern against terrorism and vowed to fight it collectively.

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.

State FMs meet Nirmala, demand fiscal stimulus

State FMs meet Nirmala, demand fiscal stimulus

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

Sitharaman exhorted the states to work together with the Centre, stating that while the Union government sets the direction of economic growth, it is for the states to ensure effective implementation on the ground.

FM to hold review meet with Customs, Excise officials tomorrow

FM to hold review meet with Customs, Excise officials tomorrow

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

According to a senior official of the Customs Department, the Finance Minister will hold review meeting on Service Tax Voluntary Compliance Encouragement Scheme.

Rajnath reviews security situation in Kashmir, says open for talks

Rajnath reviews security situation in Kashmir, says open for talks

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Those who believe in Kashmiriyat, insaniyat and jamhooriyat are welcome to talk, he said.

Modi gifts Indian tea to US CEOs

Modi gifts Indian tea to US CEOs

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday gifted famous Indian tea to the captains of 11 large American corporations.

Meet the martyrs honoured by the President on I-Day

Meet the martyrs honoured by the President on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2010

The President has awarded Ashoka Chakra to (Late) Major Laishram Jyotin Singh (posthumous) and two Kirti Chakras (Posthumous) to Capt Davinder Singh Jass and Shri Vinod Kumar Choubey, Superintendent of Police, Chhattisgarh on the eve of Independence Day.

PM Modi meets Saudi Crown Prince on sidelines of G20 summit

PM Modi meets Saudi Crown Prince on sidelines of G20 summit

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

The two sides held discussions on enhancing investment in technology, renewable energy and food security.

Yoga Day: Look who's leading by example

Yoga Day: Look who's leading by example

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Some of the big names who decided to roll out the yoga mat

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

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.

Modi meets Malaysia's newly-elected PM, holds 'productive' discussions

Modi meets Malaysia's newly-elected PM, holds 'productive' discussions

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Modi is among the first world leaders to meet Mahathir, who became the world's oldest elected leader.

'PM was so emotional'

'PM was so emotional'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'He couldn't hold himself from chanting 'Siyavar Ramchandra ki Jai'.'

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.

Modi urges American CEOs to invest in India, says GST a game changer

Modi urges American CEOs to invest in India, says GST a game changer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

India's growth presents a win-win partnership for the country and the US, and American companies have a great opportunity to contribute to that, Modi told the CEOs.

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Greeting the jawans on the occasion, the prime minister said their devotion to duty in the remote icy heights, is enabling the strength of the nation, and securing the future and the dreams of 125 crore Indians,

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.

India successfully test-fires supersonic interceptor missile off Odisha's coast

India successfully test-fires supersonic interceptor missile off Odisha's coast

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The missile is capable of intercepting incoming targets at an altitude of 15 to 25 km was launched against multiple simulated targets of 1,500 km class ballistic missile.

Two militant hideouts busted in Kashmir, arms seized

Two militant hideouts busted in Kashmir, arms seized

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Security forces have busted 2 militant hideouts in Bandipora and Kupwara districts of Kashmir and recovered arms and ammunition, an Army spokesman said on Thursday.

UAE contingent leads R-Day parade

UAE contingent leads R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2017

The UAE is the second country after France to send troops to participate in the Republic Day parade of India, a tradition started last year.

Indian team is not dependent on one or two players, sasy Gopichand

Indian team is not dependent on one or two players, sasy Gopichand

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Chief national coach P Gopichand, on Tuesday, hailed the depth Indian badminton has achieved over the years, saying the team is no more dependent on one or two players.

PM Modi to meet Rio-bound athletes

PM Modi to meet Rio-bound athletes

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet the Indian athletes who will represent the country at the forthcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Aussie media hail India and its people

Aussie media hail India and its people

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

The Australian media hailed India and people of Delhi as "gracious hosts" for delivering a successful Commonwealth Games, overcoming all the hurdles they encountered in the controversy-ridden build up.

PM Modi arrives in US to attend Nuclear Security Summit

PM Modi arrives in US to attend Nuclear Security Summit

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Attending the Nuclear Security Summit for the first time, Modi is expected to lay out his vision of securing nuclear weapons.