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How oil holds the key to India's economic health

How oil holds the key to India's economic health

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Every time the Indian economy has faced headwinds due to international developments, the oil sector has played a crucial role, explains A K Bhattacharya.

Ahead of festive season, September GST collections cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Ahead of festive season, September GST collections cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

The states which achieved "extraordinary growth" in total taxes collected include Kerala (44 per cent), Jharkhand (20 per cent), Rajasthan (14 per cent), Uttarakhand (13 per cent) and Maharashtra (11 per cent), an official statement said.

Howrah Bridge at 75: A brief history

Howrah Bridge at 75: A brief history

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

The iconic bridge was opened to the public in the middle of World War II.

Airtel is one of the most-loved large-cap stocks on the bourses

Airtel is one of the most-loved large-cap stocks on the bourses

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

The company has a valuation of Rs 2.22 trillion, up from Rs 1.33 trillion a year ago.

After 2 years, Micromax returns to top 5 in smartphone sales

After 2 years, Micromax returns to top 5 in smartphone sales

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

But this could be shortlived as the rise has been buoyed on Chhattisgarh assembly poll freebies

CRPF man's widow trolled for favouring peace with Pak, unfazed

CRPF man's widow trolled for favouring peace with Pak, unfazed

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

Mita said she was not worried about the criticism she faced on social media over her anti-war stand.

Bank frauds: SBI sought issuance of 147 Look Out Circulars

Bank frauds: SBI sought issuance of 147 Look Out Circulars

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Between April and August, it issued request seeking LoC against 147 individuals to prevent them from leaving the country, the bank said in response to a Right to Information query filed by Pune-based activist Vihar Durve.

Mid-year economic review set to make a comeback

Mid-year economic review set to make a comeback

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

The review will not only present data, trends but also list out the achievements of the Narendra Modi government

India's sugar output will likely hit a record 35-35.5 mn tonnes

India's sugar output will likely hit a record 35-35.5 mn tonnes

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

The production in Maharashtra is pegged higher at 11-11.5 million tonnes against 10.71 million tonnes

'This is not growth; this is de-growth'

'This is not growth; this is de-growth'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

'It will be only in fiscal year 2023 when the size of the Indian economy will be bigger than what it was in 2020, you will see demand and employment rising.'

Petrol, diesel become cheaper

Petrol, diesel become cheaper

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Petrol price cut by Rs 1.46, diesel by Rs 1.53 per litre

Bharat Bandh ends peacefully, life hit in some states

Bharat Bandh ends peacefully, life hit in some states

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

With almost all opposition parties and several trade unions backing the 'Bharat Bandh' and many announcing parallel protests in support of the farmers, the Centre has issued an advisory directing all the states and Union Territories to tighten security and ensure COVID guidelines are followed.

PHOTOS: Indians finding it too hot to handle

PHOTOS: Indians finding it too hot to handle

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Over hundred dead, hundreds more being treated for sun strokes. Almost 30 crore people across India are facing the brunt of the summer heat and shortage of drinking water.

Asian Games: 12-toed heptathlete Swapna dreams big despite shoe struggle

Asian Games: 12-toed heptathlete Swapna dreams big despite shoe struggle

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Pursuing a largely unrewarding Olympic sport in a cricket-obsessed country requires adjustments but heptathlete Swapna Barman has taken it to a new level -- squeezing six toes in each shoe designed for five.

India revels in Diwali spirit

India revels in Diwali spirit

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

Decorated lights decked up buildings and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali.

Airtel readies plan to dominate African markets

Airtel readies plan to dominate African markets

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

The 3G, 4G data and Airtel Money services are the next growth engines for the company in Africa.

Investor wealth soars Rs 8.5 lakh cr this fiscal

Investor wealth soars Rs 8.5 lakh cr this fiscal

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

The total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies had gained Rs 26.79 lakh crore to Rs 1,21,54,525 crore during 2016-17 fiscal.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

Gayle lends backing to captain Sammy over Board criticism

Gayle lends backing to captain Sammy over Board criticism

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

West Indies' big hitting batsman Chris Gayle has backed his Twenty20 captain Darren Sammy after his emotion-filled speech following their World T20 title win at the EdenGardens in Kolkata on Sunday.

Send us your one-of-a-kind summer pics!

Send us your one-of-a-kind summer pics!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2010

We want you to send in your interesting summer snapshots so we can share them with other readers. They can be funny, they can be touching or just plain weird -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity.

In Maharashtra, projects worth trillions stuck in pipeline

In Maharashtra, projects worth trillions stuck in pipeline

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Around 576,000 housing units, worth Rs 4.64 trillion, are delayed in seven major cities of the country

REWIND: India over the weekend

REWIND: India over the weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of the events from the past 48 hours.

Price sensitivity issues dog PNB's fraud disclosures

Price sensitivity issues dog PNB's fraud disclosures

Rediff.com18 Mar 2018

The challenge before the management is ensuring simultaneous disclosure of key information to stock exchanges and investigating agencies.

'Your money is safe with nationalised banks'

'Your money is safe with nationalised banks'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

'No commercial bank will be allowed to fail. There is nothing to worry about.'

Rohit, Saha take big leaps in Test rankings; Ashwin still in top 3

Rohit, Saha take big leaps in Test rankings; Ashwin still in top 3

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

India's wicket-keeper Wriddhiman Saha and middle-order batsman Rohit Sharma have made significant gains and climbed up latest ICC Test rankings for batsmen.

What will Indian politics look like post lockdown?

What will Indian politics look like post lockdown?

Rediff.com10 May 2020

'If the virulence of COVID-19 has muted the toxicity of the BJP's communalism, it will be an example of good coming out of the pandemic,' notes Amulya Ganguli.

Asian Games diary: Extra toes a concern for this Indian heptathlete

Asian Games diary: Extra toes a concern for this Indian heptathlete

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

When you are born with six toes on each foot like Indian heptathlete Swapna Barman, you cannot help being fussy about your footwear.

'Cement industry in India is institutionalising'

'Cement industry in India is institutionalising'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

With infrastructure claiming a larger share, movement and distribution of cement is bound to change.

ITC Q2 net profit up 12% to Rs 2,955 crore

ITC Q2 net profit up 12% to Rs 2,955 crore

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Total income during the reported quarter stood at Rs 11,776.63 crore as against Rs 10,258.13 crore in the year-ago period

Indian economy to reach $5 trillion by 2025: Morgan Stanley

Indian economy to reach $5 trillion by 2025: Morgan Stanley

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

By financial year 2024-25, Morgan Stanley expects per capita income to rise 125 per cent to $3,650.

Loans to get cheaper as SBI cuts rates by 5 bps

Loans to get cheaper as SBI cuts rates by 5 bps

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

SBI is the third state-run lender to lower the lending rates after Indian Overseas Bank Tuesday and Bank of Maharashtra which also lowered their loan prices by 5 bps on loan tenors of one year and above, effective April 10.

SBI posts Rs 24 bn loss in Q3 over NPA provision, 1st in 19 years

SBI posts Rs 24 bn loss in Q3 over NPA provision, 1st in 19 years

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

Loss takes analysts by surprise, as they were expecting the bank to post a net profit of Rs 19 billion.

How to solve this GST imbroglio?

How to solve this GST imbroglio?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

From a commercial standpoint, reducing the price of each SKU, particularly with a small MRP (Rs 5 or below) is often a challenge, including availability of legal tender below Re 1

IMF expects India to grow at 7.4 % in FY'19

IMF expects India to grow at 7.4 % in FY'19

Rediff.com9 May 2018

China, it said, is projected to grow at 6.6 per cent in the current year which will moderate to 6.4 per cent next year.

No sheen for gold on Dhanteras

No sheen for gold on Dhanteras

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

The yellow metal witnessed some token buying but failed to take off on Dhanteras, a day considered auspicious for buying gold, silver and other valuables and is largely celebrated in North and West India.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

'The virus can't survive infinitely'

'The virus can't survive infinitely'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

'When the virus, in a way, tires itself out, because it is not finding any more people to attack or keep itself viable, that is when the peak actually has been reached and you are on the downward limb (of the curve).'

SBI rolls out teaser home loans after 8 years

SBI rolls out teaser home loans after 8 years

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

A teaser loan is one where the lender offers a slightly lower rate in the initial years and then charges higher rates in later years.

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Asian Games gold-medallist Swapna Barman will have customised shoes for her 12-toed feet soon as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has tied up with footwear company Adidas to ensure specially-designed gear for the heptathlete.

Ram has entered the land of Durga

Ram has entered the land of Durga

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Mamata imposed affirmative action to the point of absurdity. This has naturally led to counter-action: The Hindus who never thought of themselves as Hindus are now banding behind the BJP, points out Aditi Phadnis.