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Fresh standoff between Kejriwal and Jung over ACB appointments

Fresh standoff between Kejriwal and Jung over ACB appointments

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Three inspectors and two sub-inspectors of the Bihar police have joined Delhi government's ACB.

'Amazon has an outsize impact on India'

'Amazon has an outsize impact on India'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

'We are having an outsize impact not only on the lives of the customers and livelihood, but also the economy of India.'

Nirmalaji, the defence services need more money!

Nirmalaji, the defence services need more money!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

'The government must provide more funds to enable the armed forces to fight and win tomorrow's wars,' states Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Delhi Police's anti-corruption branch to probe RIL gas case

Delhi Police's anti-corruption branch to probe RIL gas case

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Delhi Police claims that the FIR reveals serious cognizable corruption & cheating offences, so matter is within its jurisdiction.

Does Modi want to hijack higher education?

Does Modi want to hijack higher education?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

'Everything will be decided by the Centre.' 'Universities will have no autonomy to start a new course or introduce a new syllabus.'

Mukesh Ambani foresees gas-based economy

Mukesh Ambani foresees gas-based economy

Rediff.com22 Sep 2008

Mukesh Ambani gave a fascinating account of how the company, which will soon account for around 40 per cent of the country's oil & gas production, can change the energy landscape of the country. It can also potentially lead to a new gas-based economy, he said. Terming natural gas as the 21st century fuel, Ambani said India now has the opportunity to leapfrog the use of clean energy and directly benefit the people.

Why didn't you wake up earlier: HC raps Delhi govt on COVID

Why didn't you wake up earlier: HC raps Delhi govt on COVID

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Pulling up the Delhi government, a bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Subramonium Prasad asked why it waited till the court intervened to take steps such as reducing the number of people attending weddings to 50 to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Amit Shah to inaugurate mobile congress on Monday

Amit Shah to inaugurate mobile congress on Monday

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

Home minister heads several groups of ministers, including the one to decide the revival package for Bharat Sanchar Nigam and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam. His ministry also takes decisive calls on national security in relation to telecom operations as well as equipment and technology used in the industry.

Pandit, Ambani bet on India growth story

Pandit, Ambani bet on India growth story

Rediff.com7 Mar 2011

Two corporate heads, Vikram Pandit and Mukesh Ambani, on Friday predicted great things about India's growth story. Particularly, the recent stress on inclusive growth.

'What makes Waze so important to the powers that be?'

'What makes Waze so important to the powers that be?'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

'Every man in the hot seat needs trusted cops to grind their axe with political opponents.' 'And that's what explains Waze's importance; him investigating the fake TRP scandal, his arrest of TV journalist Arnab Goswami, and heading the investigation into the Antilia bomb scare case.'

Why Xi Jinping 'fixed' Jack Ma

Why Xi Jinping 'fixed' Jack Ma

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Alibaba's pervasive economic and social influence in China is seen as a threat to the authority of the Chinese Communist party, notes Shyam Saran.

SC to hear batch of petitions on Rafale deal on Wednesday

SC to hear batch of petitions on Rafale deal on Wednesday

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

Two former union ministers have sought registration of an FIR into the fighter jet deal between India and France alleging "criminal misconduct" by high public functionaries.

India will continue to be a stock picker's paradise!

India will continue to be a stock picker's paradise!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

'We are in the middle of an unprecedented SIP revolution.' 'Monthly inflow through SIPs will be Rs 15,000 crore to Rs 20,000 crore soon.' 'Traditional avenues of Indian savings like bank fixed deposits, gold or real estate are no longer attractive to invest.'

SC rejects plea against Kapil Sibal

SC rejects plea against Kapil Sibal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

The Supreme Court on Monday refrained from passing any order on a PIL filed against Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal accusing him of reducing a penalty amount favouring Anil Ambani-headed Reliance Communications, saying persons aggrieved can avail remedy under the law.

2G scam: Did Kapil Sibal favour Anil Ambani?

2G scam: Did Kapil Sibal favour Anil Ambani?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

The charge against Sibal is that, in February 2011, he reduced the penalty on RCom for violation of the United Access Service Licences agreement from Rs 50 crore to Rs 5 crore (Rs 50 million) per telecom circle.

The Budget: A Reality Check

The Budget: A Reality Check

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Do the actual numbers bear out the claims made by the government or do they suggest something else? asks A K Bhattacharya.

Govt-farmer talks inconclusive, next meet on Jan 8

Govt-farmer talks inconclusive, next meet on Jan 8

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

The seventh round of talks between protesting unions and three central ministers ended inconclusively on Monday as the farmer leaders insisted on the repeal of the three contentious farm laws right from the beginning, even as the government listed various benefits from the Acts.

NIS Sparta to put courses online

NIS Sparta to put courses online

Rediff.com2 Dec 2004

'Any misadventure...': Army chief warns Pak forces

'Any misadventure...': Army chief warns Pak forces

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

His statement comes amidst reports of Chinese soldiers crossing the Line of Actual Control last week after some Tibetans hoisted Tibetan flags on the occasion of Dalai Lama's birthday on July 6.

Idea takes 3G bets on rural market

Idea takes 3G bets on rural market

Rediff.com6 May 2011

Idea Cellular has gone off the beaten track in its 3G growth strategy.

Why Gujarat is better prepared to launch Ayushman Bharat

Why Gujarat is better prepared to launch Ayushman Bharat

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

While Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Ayushman Bharat health care scheme is just a slogan for the moment, it is the state's Mukhyamantri Amrutum health assurance scheme which is a comforting reality for many.

Balakot showed reach, lethality of Indian forces: Rajnath

Balakot showed reach, lethality of Indian forces: Rajnath

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

He reaffirmed the government's commitment to resolving any outstanding issue in the way of growth and development of indigenous defence industries.

No one drives cars that vintage: IAF chief on MIG-21

No one drives cars that vintage: IAF chief on MIG-21

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa said the IAF is "always cautious and alert" to check any untoward aerial movement on the border.

Mid, small-caps outperform in four years of Narendra Modi government

Mid, small-caps outperform in four years of Narendra Modi government

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Analysts attribute this outperformance to the government's proactive economic reform measures

FCRA challenge for foreign think tanks in India

FCRA challenge for foreign think tanks in India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Funding challenges are not limited to just one think tank. Several scholars say that access for conducting research and getting foreign funds has become a major hurdle for think tanks, with the government raising many questions regarding such inflows. As a result, many think tanks are keeping a low profile and becoming less prolific.

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

According to analysts, most of the growth in the smartphone space will come from existing users, who will be lured to upgrade their handsets as new features and technologies turn existing features redundant, says Arnab Dutta.

Why retailers are betting big on small towns

Why retailers are betting big on small towns

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The expansion into smaller towns is coming at a time when the online retail space has not only seen consolidation but is actually looking to collaborate with physical stores. Abhineet Kumar reports.

MNCs smell oil in India

MNCs smell oil in India

Rediff.com30 Jul 2003

Anil Ambani plans expansion in Middle East

Anil Ambani plans expansion in Middle East

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

Dubai Reliance Capital, the financial services arm of Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, plans to expand its operations in the Middle East, chief executive Sam Ghosh has said.

Ambani deal - the inside story!

Ambani deal - the inside story!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2005

Indian start-ups shun China, turn to US firms for fund

Indian start-ups shun China, turn to US firms for fund

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

India's shift towards US companies for technology investments and partnerships fits well with the present government's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and 'Make in India' initiatives, say experts.

Govt awards 20 oil, gas blocks

Govt awards 20 oil, gas blocks

Rediff.com6 Feb 2004

The government on Friday awarded 20 oil and gas blocks for exploration and production -- 14 of which went to Oil and Natural Gas Corporation and partners.

RJio targets 100 million customers in 12 months

RJio targets 100 million customers in 12 months

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

RJio is targeting the existing base of high-value customers.

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

'A perception has been built in our country that whatever Modi says you cannot challenge that.'

Coming soon! Next-Gen warships

Coming soon! Next-Gen warships

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

The warships will be armed with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles which can reach targets 295 km away.

Who's the boss? Delhi's dilemma over the years

Who's the boss? Delhi's dilemma over the years

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

At the core of the issue is the national capital's unique status of a Union Territory that is administered by both the Centre and the government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.

Infocomm plans rural kiosks

Infocomm plans rural kiosks

Rediff.com13 Mar 2006

'Govt must come with a survival package'

'Govt must come with a survival package'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

'Without reviving employment, consumer confidence will not go up.'

IT firms vie for CBEC project

IT firms vie for CBEC project

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006

Divided over a river, TN, Karnataka to join hands for defence corridor

Divided over a river, TN, Karnataka to join hands for defence corridor

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

The corridor is expected to attract around Rs 1,250 billion investment and create 4,00,000 jobs. It will start from Mysore, pass through Bengaluru in Karnataka, to connect with Chennai, Coimbatore, Salem and Tiruchy in Tamil Nadu.