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5 reasons why markets are likely to remain volatile in Samvat 2075

5 reasons why markets are likely to remain volatile in Samvat 2075

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

The next 12 months will be quite challenging marked by uncertain political events and evolving macroeconomic scenario

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Which of these films will win Oscars?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the films that won his heart at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.

Why did Kerala governor fast against dowry?

Why did Kerala governor fast against dowry?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

'What we see today is bargaining.' 'The man's family sets a price for him and then they start bargaining.' 'He is sold to the family that offers the highest price.' 'In this market, a woman is just a commodity to be sold because if she remained at home, it is a humiliation for the family.'

Kallis guiding English to counter Sri Lankan conditions

Kallis guiding English to counter Sri Lankan conditions

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Root said that spinning tracks will throw challenges to the visiting team but they are adapting to the conditions quickly.

COVID-19: Will low testing lead to lockdown extension?

COVID-19: Will low testing lead to lockdown extension?

Rediff.com10 May 2020

India's curve, yet to flatten vis-a-vis countries with similar or more conservative plans to ease restrictions, still points to 'exponential growth', despite India having tested much fewer people.

India's youngsters should seek Gavaskar's advice like I did: Crowe

India's youngsters should seek Gavaskar's advice like I did: Crowe

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

Former New Zealand captain Martin Crowe urged the younger generation of Indian batsmen to pick Sunil Gavaskar's brain on how to play fast bowling in adverse conditions, something he did more than three decades back and reaped its benefits.

The numbers behind Indians' obsession for gold

The numbers behind Indians' obsession for gold

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Indians love affair with gold will never end. Despite a lull, there is heavy demand in the market.

Why is India silent on the crackdown in the Maldives?

Why is India silent on the crackdown in the Maldives?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

India's silence on this week's troubles in the Maldives is puzzling, says Rajeev Sharma.

Ayodhya must inspire faith, not hate

Ayodhya must inspire faith, not hate

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

'It is not with feelings of devotion or piety that these people are gathering.' 'It is mostly with emotions of hatred.' 'Listen to their slogans and their rhetoric and this becomes immediately clear,' says Aakar Patel.

The reality of being Muslim in India

The reality of being Muslim in India

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

'There are moments, and the hanging of Yakub Memon was one, where all of the gathered injustices are crystallised. Those gathered at the graveyard were not there to protest. They came to sympathise because they are also victims,' says Aakar Patel.

'Bengal has a lot to learn from Gujarat'

'Bengal has a lot to learn from Gujarat'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'Look at the number of billionaires, the number of new billionaires in India.' 'Adani and Ambani are not the only ones.' 'What's wrong with people making money as long as it benefits us?'

'Terrorists don't come from India's Muslims'

'Terrorists don't come from India's Muslims'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

'They are not affected by ISIS' sentiment of avenging the suffering of the global ummah.' 'They have a huge ummah of their own in India, a huge Muslim population.' 'And because of that, they have to take into consideration the political and social conditions of Muslims in India.' 'They have to express themselves in a more political way and not through terrorism.'

RK Nagar bypoll: Vaiko's MDMK to support DMK

RK Nagar bypoll: Vaiko's MDMK to support DMK

Rediff.com3 Dec 2017

After a high-level party meet in Chennai, Vaiko said his party has unanimously decided to support the DMK in the by-election.

AAP supporters launch merchandise to popularise brand

AAP supporters launch merchandise to popularise brand

Rediff.com8 Mar 2014

In order to popularise brand Aam Aadmi Party and its leader Arvind Kejriwal, a private firm is planning to come up with AAP jhadu (broom) and mineral water, along with other merchandise.

IPL auction in '80s and '90s: Kapil, Srikanth, Kambli would have hit jackpots

IPL auction in '80s and '90s: Kapil, Srikanth, Kambli would have hit jackpots

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Let's looks at 10 former India players, who missed the IPL but had they been active today, they could have forced the Ambanis and the Shah Rukh Khans to loosen their purse strings a tad more.

'Govt is not taking unemployment seriously'

'Govt is not taking unemployment seriously'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

'It does not look like unemployment is a priority for the government.' 'If there was one external factor which could have made an impact on low investment and low jobs, it was the Budget and it has not made any difference.' '2020 is going to be a difficult and challenging year.'

2 held for vandalising Periyar statue hours after BJP leader's post

2 held for vandalising Periyar statue hours after BJP leader's post

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

While Muthuraman is suspected to be a Bharatiya Janata Party worker, Francis is believed to be a Communist Party of India activist, police said.

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

As Melania Trump arrives in Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt offers the First Lady Of The United States a primer on one of India's oldest, and historic, cities.

Modi to CMs: Need to think about Unlock 2

Modi to CMs: Need to think about Unlock 2

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

The PM said there was a need to 'fight' rumours that the lockdown could be reimposed.

'Won't ask our children to pursue a research career in India'

'Won't ask our children to pursue a research career in India'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Research scholars took to the streets against the Union government's neglect towards raising the fellowship amount

'Economy is already in recession'

'Economy is already in recession'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

'The economy will pick up in 2020 or a little later... When it picks up, will it reach 10%, 8% or still lower? It all depends on how realistic are the diagnosis and the prescriptions that follow,' says Professor K J Joseph.

The power that INS Arihant gives India

The power that INS Arihant gives India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

India's first indigenous nuclear-powered submarine is a considerable achievement -- and should have an impact on security strategy

'Gehlot government is non-functional'

'Gehlot government is non-functional'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

'While the farmers are reeling under a huge debt burden, crop loss due to locust attacks and erratic rainfall, the state is also facing a COVID-19 challenge.' 'In this situation, you have Congress and BJP MLAs trying to outwit each other in a game of thrones'

Cheaper pound will have the biggest impact on IT industry: Pai

Cheaper pound will have the biggest impact on IT industry: Pai

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Indian IT companies may become more competitive in the UK because EU players would not be able to come to the UK very easily as they would now need visa and work permits

How safe are Indian banks?

How safe are Indian banks?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2003

No more 'policy paralysis' in 2015, please: India Inc to govt

No more 'policy paralysis' in 2015, please: India Inc to govt

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

The government has unleashed a slew of reforms to attract greater investments including higher foreign direct investment in defence and opening up the railways infrastructure sector, relaxed labour laws, launched campaigns like the Make in India for re-invigorating manufacturing, Clean India and Digital India, among others.

Why linking loans to external benchmark won't be easy for banks

Why linking loans to external benchmark won't be easy for banks

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Senior bankers are trying to impress upon the central bank that the shift to external benchmark-linked lending be postponed to April 1, 2020.

Trick or treat? India's strong GDP figures mask economic reality

Trick or treat? India's strong GDP figures mask economic reality

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

India's latest GDP numbers do not signal robust economic growth in near term.

'India ready for bilateral investment treaty talks with US'

'India ready for bilateral investment treaty talks with US'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

The target of $500 billion in bilateral trade by 2020 is doable, feels Anand Sharma.

BSF wants LoC laced with ground sensors

BSF wants LoC laced with ground sensors

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

In an attempt to thwart infiltration attempts along the border with Pakistan, the Border Security Force has decided to acquire ground sensors to pick up movement along the Line of Control and the International Border.

INCREDIBLE! How I lost 21 kg in 1.5 years

INCREDIBLE! How I lost 21 kg in 1.5 years

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Garima Bharucha, 39, from Mumbai shares her inspiring fitness journey and the lessons she learned along the way.

'Why is BJP so scared of Rahul Gandhi?'

'Why is BJP so scared of Rahul Gandhi?'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'Modiji and the BJP have hoodwinked the nation by their machinations.' 'We have not been able to convince the electorate about Modiji's deceit.'

After Phoolka, another Punjab leader resigns from AAP

After Phoolka, another Punjab leader resigns from AAP

Rediff.com6 Jan 2019

The rebel leader has been a vocal critic of AAP leadership since he was removed as leader of opposition in Punjab assembly in July last year.

'I am an ordinary person who doesn't want to get into trouble'

'I am an ordinary person who doesn't want to get into trouble'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'I am fascinated by people who cannot accept things.'

India can't grow as fast as China, Japan

India can't grow as fast as China, Japan

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

High growth is also much easier to log in a small business than in a Reliance.

Only 0.33% COVID-19 patients on ventilators: Vardhan

Only 0.33% COVID-19 patients on ventilators: Vardhan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The Union health minister said of the total active COVID-19 cases in the country, 1.5 per cent are on oxygen support and 2.34 per cent are in ICUs.

What Naipaul understood and Vajpayee didn't

What Naipaul understood and Vajpayee didn't

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

In any institution that has a passionate ideology, the moderate is always vulnerable to the person who is more extreme, because that is what the supporters want.

Umrika comes to India!

Umrika comes to India!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Umrika, which won the audience award in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition section at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015, finally releases in India.

Manikarnika Review: Thank you, Kangana!

Manikarnika Review: Thank you, Kangana!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi is one long action scene, notes A Ganesh Nadar.

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'The BJP's constitution promises allegiance to India's secularism and socialism.' 'This is the oath that it makes all its members sign,' observes Aakar Patel.