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Mehbooba's new home prone to terror attacks: Security agencies

Mehbooba's new home prone to terror attacks: Security agencies

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

They also claimed it will be difficult to secure the 20-km route from her new residence to the city centre.

FPIs regain risk appetite, pump in nearly Rs 8,430 crore in October

FPIs regain risk appetite, pump in nearly Rs 8,430 crore in October

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned net buyers in October after being net sellers in the previous month. In October, FPIs bought shares worth nearly Rs 8,430 crore ($1 billion) against net selling of Rs 13,405 crore ($1.6 billion) in September. Positive flows during three of the previous four months have pushed the domestic markets towards fresh all-time highs. At present, the Sensex and Nifty are less than 2 per cent shy of breaching record highs logged in October 2021. A rally in equity markets in the US and Europe is in hopes that the Federal Reserve may go soft on rate hikes after its November meeting.

'I was selected for Maine Pyar Kiya'

'I was selected for Maine Pyar Kiya'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'Till a cheque comes into my account, I don't feel like a professional actor.'

Markets melt on rising Russia-Ukraine tensions

Markets melt on rising Russia-Ukraine tensions

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

The BSE gauge Sensex tanked over 1,500 points to crack below the 57,000-mark and the NSE Nifty slipped below the 17,000-level in the opening session on Monday, amid heightened tension over the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The 30-share Sensex nosedived 1,540.85 points to 56,612.07 in early deals and the broader Nifty plummeted 458.20 points to 16,916.55. On the Sensex chart, all 30 shares were trading with steep to moderate losses -- with SBI, Tata Steel and IndusInd Bank tumbling over 4 per cent.

Buttler hopes to regain batting mojo in IPL playoff

Buttler hopes to regain batting mojo in IPL playoff

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Osaka never looked comfortable on her least favourite surface as she struggled to control her powerful game.

Long-Short Funds Hold Fort In Turbulent Times

Long-Short Funds Hold Fort In Turbulent Times

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Most of the long-only funds are closed-ended. This means that investors have to lock in their money for a fixed period before they can take it back.

Australia's Khawaja savours special hundred in Pakistan

Australia's Khawaja savours special hundred in Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

'I was born in Islamabad but my parents are from Karachi, so this one meant a lot'

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review: Tensions Run High

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review: Tensions Run High

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy makes up in elegance of language and production design what it lacks in flashy derring do that most actioners rely on to keep the audience hooked, observes Deepa Gahlot. Mukhbir: The Story Of A Spy Review

Risky real estate business to get a clean makeover

Risky real estate business to get a clean makeover

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Land aggregators now want to sell to large corporations because their payment is guaranteed.

Why's There Turmoil In The Start-Up World?

Why's There Turmoil In The Start-Up World?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The turmoil, if you read the headlines, is about the so-called funding winter. Deep down, though, the question is one of the common direction in which founders and investors need to pull, points out Suveen Sinha.

Does India's T20 World Cup bowling attack lack depth?

Does India's T20 World Cup bowling attack lack depth?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

In the recently held Asia Cup in the UAE, India were criticised for their bowling depth (or lack of it) in the absence of Bumrah while Pakistan boasted of bowlers who rattled the batters with their express pace.

Beware Of Agnipath!

Beware Of Agnipath!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

The greatest unknown in this risky initiative lies in the way human relationships will play out -- not just between the Agniveers, who will be competing with their fellows for permanent jobs beyond their four-year tenures -- but also between the Agniveers and existing full-time soldiers, warns Ajai Shukla.

'Hum Adani ke hain kaun': Cong targets Modi govt over Hindenburg report

'Hum Adani ke hain kaun': Cong targets Modi govt over Hindenburg report

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Adani group stocks have taken a beating on the bourses after Hindenburg Research made a litany of allegations, including fraudulent transactions and share price manipulation at the Gautam Adani-led group. The group has maintained it complies with all laws and disclosure requirements.

Swiping card to buy a car: Smart or risky?

Swiping card to buy a car: Smart or risky?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

You get a 45-day repayment window and reward points. But inability to pay back on time can be a problem.

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Bollywood's Whiskey Moments

Rediff.com24 May 2022

To mark World Whiskey Day, a toast to its memorable imagery in Hindi films.

Tennis is always going to be a big part of my life: Sania Mirza

Tennis is always going to be a big part of my life: Sania Mirza

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Sania Mirza, who is bidding adieu to the game, says she never had the fear of losing in her heart because it makes a player defensive.

Tim David and the mind-set of big-hitting

Tim David and the mind-set of big-hitting

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Six hitting at the death is a specific skill and the Singapore man of Australian origin spends hours honing his big-hitting skills.

When A Country Erases Its Film-makers

When A Country Erases Its Film-makers

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

'The Iranians are very resilient people. So even when they are throttled, they try their best to survive.'

How risky is your mutual fund?

How risky is your mutual fund?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2005

Why it's risky to become a guarantor

Why it's risky to become a guarantor

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Gauge your financial strength and the borrower's before sticking your neck out.

Why We Need Professional Investment Advisors

Why We Need Professional Investment Advisors

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

When we are unwell, we consult a doctor, take a prescription, and then buy medicines from a chemist. In finance, too, it is best to keep investment advice and product purchase separate, suggests Bindisha Sarang.

Rohit's coach is not impressed with the skipper...

Rohit's coach is not impressed with the skipper...

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Rohit Sharma's coach wants him to shed high-risk game

Global economic uncertainties may cast shadow on India's exports in 2023

Global economic uncertainties may cast shadow on India's exports in 2023

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

India's exports may have touched an all-time high of $422 billion in 2021-22 but recession in key western markets and geo-political crisis due to the Russia-Ukraine war are expected to impact the growth of the country's outbound shipments in 2023. All the global trade promoting factors like political stability, movement of goods, adequate availability of containers and shipping lines, demand, stable currency and smooth banking systems are in disarray. Adding to the woes, COVID cases have again started rising in countries like China, Japan, South Korea and the US.

BAFTA 2021: Priyanka, Nick look stunning

BAFTA 2021: Priyanka, Nick look stunning

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

She wore a risky crimson jacket with floral embroidery with white high-waisted billowing trousers, her hair tied in a ponytail with balloon pleats.

Debt mutual funds see Rs 92,248-cr outflow in June

Debt mutual funds see Rs 92,248-cr outflow in June

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Mutual funds focused on investing in fixed-income securities witnessed a heavy outflow of Rs 92,248 crore in June on uncertain macro environment, driven by expectations around an increasing rate cycle, higher commodity prices and slowdown in growth. This comes following a net outflow of Rs 32,722 crore in May and an inflow of Rs 54,756 crore in April, data available with Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) showed. Out of the 16 fixed-income or debt fund categories, 14 witnessed net outflows during the month under review.

Crypto industry faces funds dry-up, some exchanges may shut down

Crypto industry faces funds dry-up, some exchanges may shut down

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Several exchanges are facing a cash crunch with committed investment not coming from venture capital funds and trading activity seeing a sharp decline, reports Rajesh Bhayani.

Young Indians indulging in risky, pre-marital sex?

Young Indians indulging in risky, pre-marital sex?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

In India, people who have sex before marriage rarely use condoms, a recent study found.

India Exits $3 Trillion M-Cap Club

India Exits $3 Trillion M-Cap Club

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

From the peak of $3.67 trillion in January, India's market cap has eroded by $676 billion amid rising bond yields and a record-breaking sell-off by overseas investors.

15 countries that offer risky but high returns

15 countries that offer risky but high returns

Rediff.com2 Jan 2012

While markets like China and India are showing signs of slowdown, Frontier Markets continue to be an attractive destination for adventurous investors.

Indian legal system a hurdle for aircraft lessors: Air India to govt

Indian legal system a hurdle for aircraft lessors: Air India to govt

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Tata Group-owned Air India has informed the Centre that aircraft lessors wish to set up their special purpose vehicles (SPVs) outside India since they aren't enthused about the Indian 'legal structure' and are loath to take risks. Indian airlines have a combined fleet of about 700 planes; over 85 per cent are on lease. A majority of lessors are based in Ireland due to its attractive tax policy, light-touch regulations, and swift legal system.

Majority of people against resumption of metro, local trains: Survey

Majority of people against resumption of metro, local trains: Survey

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

According to the survey, 77 per cent of the respondents are not willing to visit multiplexes and cinema halls, if these facilities are allowed to reopen from next month.

Too risky to focus on Tendulkar alone: Swann

Too risky to focus on Tendulkar alone: Swann

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

England has lot to prove in the upcoming Test series against India, says Bikash Mohapatra.

White bread breakfast is risky for heart

White bread breakfast is risky for heart

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

A study from the University of Sydney in Australia suggests that having a breakfast of white bread and sugar-rich cereals may make a person susceptible to diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer. University scientists evaluated 37 diet studies that involved nearly two million people across the world, and analysed the effect of eating foods with high glycemic index, a measure of how different foods affect blood glucose levels.

Indian stocks getting too risky? Invest abroad

Indian stocks getting too risky? Invest abroad

Rediff.com10 Mar 2008

If you are the one who finds investing in Indian stocks too risky in the current scenario then you can as well invest your money in international markets now. Here's how.

Homoeopathy is risky and useless: UK scientist

Homoeopathy is risky and useless: UK scientist

Rediff.com13 Dec 2007

Homeopathic medicine is putting lives at risk and is useless, says a top scientist associated with the British government.

'We have a term, 'Pakistanisation' of Ukraine''

'We have a term, 'Pakistanisation' of Ukraine''

Rediff.com12 May 2022

'Transformation of Ukraine into some kind of permanent strategic challenger, which Russia would have to contain and deter, spend a significant part of political and strategic resources on it.'

Have mutual funds become a risky investment?

Have mutual funds become a risky investment?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

The stock markets are at an all-time high. In such a situation, is it safe for you to invest your money in mutual funds? Wealth management expert Sanjiv Mehta says you can still bet on mutual funds.

IRDAI mulls linking insurance frauds with individuals' credit score

IRDAI mulls linking insurance frauds with individuals' credit score

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is considering a proposal to make insurance frauds a parameter for calculating credit scores in an attempt to put a lid on the increase in such activity. The proposal, which is a part of the recommendations made by a working group formed by Irdai and the General Insurance Council, suggests that insurance frauds should feature when the risk profiles of individuals are evaluated and should be used to calculate their credit scores. A poor credit score can deprive a person of financial services such as loans and credit cards, and deter him from indulging in fraud.

Too much exposure to NRI investments is risky for India

Too much exposure to NRI investments is risky for India

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Just three years ago, at the end of March 2011, NRI deposits were only $52 billion, half of what they are today.

Crude calculations on a Russian oil price cap

Crude calculations on a Russian oil price cap

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Come December, India may have to re-evaluate purchases of Russian oil if a price cap on crude oil proposed by the US and the European Union (EU) comes into effect. That impacts nearly a quarter of India's oil purchases that come at a discount, helping limit marketing losses for India's state refiners and enabling New Delhi to manage inflation by freezing pump prices of motor fuels. In September, India imported 1 million barrels a day or 24 per cent of its overall imports from Russia, which became the biggest supplier of oil to India.