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Exports decline 1.11% in October; trade deficit narrows

Exports decline 1.11% in October; trade deficit narrows

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Imports too declined by 16.31 per cent to $37.39 billion.

Exports plunged by 34.57% in March, 4.78% in FY20

Exports plunged by 34.57% in March, 4.78% in FY20

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Imports too contracted by 28.72 per cent to $31.16 billion. Dip in exports and imports narrowed the trade deficit -- the difference between imports and exports -- in March to $9.76 billion, the lowest in the last 13 months.

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

2G case: HC upholds appointment of SPP, ASG for CBI appeal against acquittal of accused

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

The high court's order came on a plea by acquitted individual and Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd director Asif Balwa that the CBI has not placed on record the mandatory authority under the provisions of the CrPC.

Opposition determined to make a fight of presidential poll

Opposition determined to make a fight of presidential poll

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

The opposition is likely to put up a joint candidate for the July 18 presidential election despite not having numbers on its side, and consultations in this regard have already begun.

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The Election Commission has reduced maximum number of campaigners for the recognised parties to 30 while for the unrecognised parties it would be not more than 20 in view of coronavirus pandemic, Additional Chief Electoral Officer (ACEO) Sanjay Kumar Singh said on Friday. The maximum number was earlier fixed at 40 for everybody.

Bihar polls: Big winners and losers

Bihar polls: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Here's how the biggies fared in Bihar elections 2020.

'Judiciary is nation's last hope'

'Judiciary is nation's last hope'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

'If you were to say today that the government should appoint judges to the high courts and Supreme Court, then I think that even those few good judges that we are getting today we would not get them.'

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Barring rice, spices, iron ore and pharmaceuticals, all the remaining 26 key sectors registered negative growth in May. Imports too plunged 51 per cent to $22.2 billion in May.

Mamata Going Soft On Modi Baffles All

Mamata Going Soft On Modi Baffles All

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

While the Opposition is making a belated effort to form a joint front against the BJP, Mamata's ambiguous stand has created confusion, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Setback for Kejriwal; Prez okays disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs

Setback for Kejriwal; Prez okays disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

20 legislators disqualified from the Delhi assembly for allegedly holding offices of profit.

CJI's mother 'duped' by family property caretaker

CJI's mother 'duped' by family property caretaker

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The accused, Tapas Ghosh, 49, was arrested on Tuesday night. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is looking into the matter under the supervision of DCP Vinita Sahu, said Nagpur commissioner of police (CP) Amitesh Kumar.

BJP cheers as key regional players miss Opposition meet on Prez poll

BJP cheers as key regional players miss Opposition meet on Prez poll

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

The decision of some key regional parties like the Biju Janata Dal, the Telangana Rashtra Samiti and the Aam Aadmi Party to skip a key opposition meet called by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on the presidential poll has cheered the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party as it believes that their absence has only highlighted the faultlines and one-upmanship among its rivals.

Taarak Mehta cast bids goodbye to Dr Hathi

Taarak Mehta cast bids goodbye to Dr Hathi

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Actor Kavi Kumar Azad died of cardiac arrest. he was 45.

Pegasus: 14 Oppn parties blame govt for Parliament logjam

Pegasus: 14 Oppn parties blame govt for Parliament logjam

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

18 leaders from 14 parties said it is unfortunate that the government has 'unleashed a misleading campaign to malign the combined opposition' and blaming it for the continued disruption of Parliament proceedings.

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

How Nitish managed to steer his way to 4th straight term in office

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Known for weighing his options carefully before making any move, Kumar, upon a closer look, comes across as a risk taker who has not shied away from going against the tide.

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Pawar praises Tejashwi for tough fight in Bihar polls

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Irrespective of the number of seats the Grand Alliance led by the RJD gets, it is a "good achievement" and it will give inspiration to the young generation, Pawar added.

Cong president poll on Oct 17; filing of nomination to begin on Sep 24

Cong president poll on Oct 17; filing of nomination to begin on Sep 24

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

The Congress on Sunday announced that elections for its president will be held on October 17 with the winner being declared two days later, asserting that it is the only party in the country which undertakes such a democratic exercise.

12 killed as Maha-bound bus falls into Narmada river in MP

12 killed as Maha-bound bus falls into Narmada river in MP

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

At least 12 passengers were killed and two others missing after a Maharashtra state transport bus fell into the Narmada river from a bridge in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district on Monday, officials said.

Presidential poll: Several Opposition MLAs cross-vote for Murmu

Presidential poll: Several Opposition MLAs cross-vote for Murmu

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Several legislators in states on Monday said they have cross-voted in favour of National Democratic Alliance nominee Droupadi Murmu by not following their respective party lines in the presidential election.

13 Oppn leaders request govt to launch free mass vaccination drive

13 Oppn leaders request govt to launch free mass vaccination drive

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Leaders of 13 Opposition parties Sunday urged the Centre to launch a free mass vaccination drive across the country in view of the unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases.

Bollywood bids goodbye to Ajay Devgn's father

Bollywood bids goodbye to Ajay Devgn's father

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Veeru Devgan's last rites were performed on May 27.

Index of Opposition unity: Lalu may send Maya to RS

Index of Opposition unity: Lalu may send Maya to RS

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Post Nitish's exit, 17 parties plan to meet on Friday to formulate their future course of action. Congress president Sonia Gandhi has invited Sharad Yadav to join them, reports Archis Mohan.

'Shiv Sena is not finished, it will rise'

'Shiv Sena is not finished, it will rise'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

'Eknath Shinde's credibility will not grow beyond Thane, Uddhav's credibility will rise across Maharashtra and perhaps in the rest of the country'

PMC Bank case: ED summons Sanjay Raut's wife

PMC Bank case: ED summons Sanjay Raut's wife

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

The ED wants to question Varsha Raut with regard to "receipt" of some funds that were allegedly siphoned from the bank, official sources claimed.

'Little doubt' that Pathankot terrorists are from Pakistan: NIA

'Little doubt' that Pathankot terrorists are from Pakistan: NIA

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The anti-terror probe agency's chief Sharad Kumar said help of Pakistan will be sought in solving the Pathankot terror attack case.

Poll diary: A day out with Stalin

Poll diary: A day out with Stalin

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

What is the man who hopes to replace Jayalalithaa like as a campaigner?

How the 'secularists' defeated Nitish Kumar

How the 'secularists' defeated Nitish Kumar

Rediff.com27 May 2014

The 'secularists'are more adept at the politics of intense and alarmingly exaggerated fear-mongering, as this kind of politics provides easy votes of Muslims without making them answerable for the concrete issues of poverty, unemployment, lawlessness, and of basic needs like roads, electricity, etc, which is exactly how Nitish Kumar was defeated in the elections, says Mohammad Sajjad.

Prez dismisses plea to disqualify 27 AAP MLAs

Prez dismisses plea to disqualify 27 AAP MLAs

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

The EC had found no merit in the plea.

Sena dares rebels to fight polls as another minister lands in Guwahati

Sena dares rebels to fight polls as another minister lands in Guwahati

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Addressing the Sena workers in Mumbai for the second consecutive day, he also said that doors of the state and party are closed for the rebels MLAs.

A Raja had misled then PM on 2G policy matters: CBI tells court

A Raja had misled then PM on 2G policy matters: CBI tells court

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Former Telecom Minister A Raja had "misled" then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh regarding policy of first-come-first-served which was to be followed for allocation of 2G spectrum, Central Bureau of Investigation on Monday told a special court.

#RIP KK: 'Thank you for the music'

#RIP KK: 'Thank you for the music'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

'In a super ambitious industry, you stood out for your unfilminess. Thank you for giving my films your iconic voice.'

PIX: Bhoomi team seeks blessings from Lord Ganesha

PIX: Bhoomi team seeks blessings from Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

A look at the pictures.

'People called Amitabh 'camel''

'People called Amitabh 'camel''

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'Not many know I am a Rajput from Jodhpur.' 'My ancestors shifted to Kolhapur as my great grandfather and grandfather were both engineers.' 'They were called by Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj to build the city of Kolhapur.'

Modi turns 72, leads a busy day as wishes pour in

Modi turns 72, leads a busy day as wishes pour in

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Wishing him, President Droupadi Murmu said the work for nation-building under his incomparable hardwork, dedication and creativity continue to advance.

Yasin Bhatkal convicted in 2013 Dilsukhnagar blasts

Yasin Bhatkal convicted in 2013 Dilsukhnagar blasts

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Besides Bhatkal, the others convicted were Asadullah Akthar of Uttar Pradesh, Zia-ur-Rahman alias Waqas of Pakistan, Tahseen Akhthar of Bihar and Aizaz Shaik of Maharashtra. All of them are in judicial custody.

'Lataji was very nice'

'Lataji was very nice'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

'I just offered her a rose. She said thank you. And I took a photograph with her.'

'What the country has given me is a lot more than what the prime ministership can give me'

'What the country has given me is a lot more than what the prime ministership can give me'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

'Sanjeev Kumar was my favourite actor. But no one can compare with Amitabh Bachchan.'

Prez, PM pay last respects to Ram Vilas Paswan

Prez, PM pay last respects to Ram Vilas Paswan

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Paswan, one of the most prominent Dalit leaders of the country who had been a part of several governments headed by rival parties, died on Thursday at the age of 74.

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

AAP unveils 'more evidence' showing DMK's 'role' in 2G scam

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday claimed that additional "evidence" had emerged about 2G spectrum scam showing alleged roles of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi, his daughter Kanimozhi and a top police officer of Tamil Nadu.

Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

With exporters' claim for over five months still pending, liquidity has been wiped out and the process of finalising new contracts has been held up.