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'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

The launch of e-RUPI, a person- and purpose-specific digital payment solution, by the government is expected to completely negate any pilferage and will ensure full benefit to intended beneficiaries, India Inc said on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched e-RUPI, which is aimed at improving transparency and targeted delivery of benefits. PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Sanjay Aggarwal said that the move is a significant step to enhance the digitisation process of the country.

PM Modi launches digital payment solution e-RUPI

PM Modi launches digital payment solution e-RUPI

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched e-RUPI, a person and purpose specific digital payment solution that is aimed at improving transparency and targeted delivery of benefits. Over the years, several programmes have been launched to ensure that the benefits reach its intended beneficiaries in a targeted and leakproof manner, with limited touch points between the government and the beneficiary. The concept of electronic voucher takes forward this vision of good governance. To begin with e-RUPI facility is available for health services and will be expanded to other segments.

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Colonel Billie Sodhi's life and family heritage reflect an unwavering commitment to excellence in polo, equestrian sports, and a rare, enduring athletic legacy.

Can India Win Another Oscar This Year?

Can India Win Another Oscar This Year?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

'We're not looking at the importance of men standing up for women. And that, to me, is the power of the film.'

How Rs 2,000 note withdrawal can boost Indian economy

How Rs 2,000 note withdrawal can boost Indian economy

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The Rs 2,000 note withdrawal decision and response to it so far suggest that the move can help boost FY24 GDP growth to beyond 6.5 per cent estimated by the RBI, a report said on Monday. The real GDP growth for the first quarter of FY24 will come at 8.1 per cent with an upward bias and the Reserve Bank of India's 6.5 per cent estimate can also be exceeded, economists at the country's largest lender SBI said. "We expect Q1 FY24 GDP growth at 8.1 per cent with an upward bias due to the impact of Rs 2000 note withdrawal event...this reinforces our projection that FY24 GDP could be higher than 6.5 per cent, basis the RBI estimate," a note said.

What the RBI said in its latest monetary policy

What the RBI said in its latest monetary policy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Inflation to peak in the current quarter within tolerance band, moderating in the second half of next fiscal, says central bank.

Lol! Priyanka's armpits are back in the news

Lol! Priyanka's armpits are back in the news

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The actor is being trolled for her latest cover!

JMM chief Shibu Soren, wife test positive for COVID-19

JMM chief Shibu Soren, wife test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Taking to Twitter, the CM said 'respected father Dishom Guru ji' and mother were diagnosed with the disease on Friday night, and they were undergoing home quarantine.

Few people doing self-goals: PM's dig at Opposition

Few people doing self-goals: PM's dig at Opposition

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

The sole intention of the opposition parties is to create roadblocks on the path of development, the prime minister said, as he termed their action "anti national".

Canada: Diwali fundraiser raises $800,000

Canada: Diwali fundraiser raises $800,000

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Over 1,200 guests attended the Trillium annual Diwali fundraiser at the Pearson Convention Centre in Ontario, Canada on October 19

Hemant Soren takes oath as 11th CM of Jharkhand

Hemant Soren takes oath as 11th CM of Jharkhand

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha working president Hemant Soren was on Sunday sworn in as the 11th chief minister of Jharkhand at Morhabadi Ground in Ranchi. Governor Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office and secrecy to Soren, in the presence of senior political leaders and chief ministers from across states.

Himachal's most famous idols, worth crores, stolen

Himachal's most famous idols, worth crores, stolen

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Ancient ashtadhatu idols of Lord Rama, Hanuman along with idols made of gold and silver of other deities worth crores of rupees were stolen by thieves from the Raghunathji temple at Sultanpur in RupiPalace at Kullu, police said on Tuesday.

From Nagasaki to a Nobel Prize

From Nagasaki to a Nobel Prize

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

A Nobel Laureate tells his inspiring story.