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Can China Win A War With US?

Can China Win A War With US?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

According to the Pentagon report, the PLA is creating options for dissuading, deterring, and defeating external intervention in the Indo-Pacific region.

Lessons Asian cities need to learn from China's urbanisation

Lessons Asian cities need to learn from China's urbanisation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

With a population of more than 60 million, the delta region accounts for nearly 30 per cent of China's exports.

BSE to invest Rs 150 cr to set-up an international exchange

BSE to invest Rs 150 cr to set-up an international exchange

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

The new exchange will also help global companies raise finance from other overseas investors.

Will make Maldives free of foreign military presence: New Prez Muizzu

Will make Maldives free of foreign military presence: New Prez Muizzu

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Vouching for preserving its independence and sovereignty, Muizzu made a firm commitment to ensure that the Maldives remains "free of any foreign military presence."

IMEC: Project Biden Thinks Hamas Targeted

IMEC: Project Biden Thinks Hamas Targeted

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed it the 'largest cooperation project in our history', one that would 'change the face of the Middle East, Israel, and impact the entire world'.

Lockdown 3.0 begins on Monday with 'considerable relaxations'

Lockdown 3.0 begins on Monday with 'considerable relaxations'

Rediff.com3 May 2020

In containment areas, movements of people is totally banned and essential services are delivered at the doorsteps.

Modi effect: Adani Group stocks on a roll

Modi effect: Adani Group stocks on a roll

Rediff.com16 May 2014

Stocks of three listed firms of Gujarat-based Adani Group on Friday ended as much as 6 per cent higher on the clear mandate given by voters to the BJP-led NDA.

Kumar Birla: Budget invests boldly in India's future

Kumar Birla: Budget invests boldly in India's future

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

As the FM said, this is a Budget that lays the foundation for the next 25 years, observes Kumar Mangalam Birla.

Adani has a 90-day dream run

Adani has a 90-day dream run

Rediff.com15 Aug 2014

The group plans Rs 30,000-cr oil refinery with IOC; buys Lanco's Udupi power plant for Rs 6,000 cr

Tough Road Ahead For Xi Jinping

Tough Road Ahead For Xi Jinping

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

China's deteriorating economy is a serious concern. Xi Jinping and China's new premier will have a difficult task ahead of them after the 20th party congress, notes Jayadeva Ranade, the retired senior RA&W officer and China expert.

NSE to set up an international exchange in Gujarat's GIFT City

NSE to set up an international exchange in Gujarat's GIFT City

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

New exchange will provide an electronic platform for trading.

India lifts curbs on exports of 13 active pharma ingredients

India lifts curbs on exports of 13 active pharma ingredients

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

A leading exporter said, there is enough stock of paracetamol in the country. At present, the US, which has become the epicentre of the COVID-19 outbreak, needs paracetamol. He further said India would lose its credibility as the "pharmacy of the world" if it adopts protectionist policies during such a crisis.

Govt may cancel SEZs of Hindalco, Essar, Adani

Govt may cancel SEZs of Hindalco, Essar, Adani

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

The Development Commissioners have recommended to the Board of Approval to cancel these SEZ projects.

Private firms put SEZ plans on hold

Private firms put SEZ plans on hold

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

At a recent meeting with Delhi chief secretary Rakesh Mehta besides other Industries department officials, private developers like DLF Commercial Developers Ltd and Consolidate Finvest and Holdings Ltd expressed their inability to invest in the project.

Bengal inks pact with Salim group

Bengal inks pact with Salim group

Rediff.com31 Jul 2006

The West Bengal government signed an agreement with New Kolkata International Development Pvt Limited on Monday to develop infrastructure in the state, including health, education, industrial and housing complexes.

RIL returns 1,384 acre of SEZ land in Haryana

RIL returns 1,384 acre of SEZ land in Haryana

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

The JV was established for development of SEZs/Model Economic Township project and other infrastructure facilities in Haryana.

So how much has ED seized from Modi and Choksi?

So how much has ED seized from Modi and Choksi?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

A quick computation puts the following value to the seizures.

Nirav Modi: I-T seizes 173 paintings, other art works

Nirav Modi: I-T seizes 173 paintings, other art works

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

It has also attached fresh 66 banks accounts, holding deposits of Rs 80.07 crore, of the Gitanjali group, owned by Modi's uncle Mehul Choksi.

'I never thought that it's a pandemic story'

'I never thought that it's a pandemic story'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

'I never thought the European audience will love this film, but we had over 2,000 people at the screening.'

Very little said about 4.5 lakh Kashmiri Pandits because...: Ex-SC judge

Very little said about 4.5 lakh Kashmiri Pandits because...: Ex-SC judge

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

A Kashmiri Pandit himself, Kaul feels, it is time now for the people to move forward, after more than 30 years of unbridled violence.

Gift city to be part of this year's Union Budget

Gift city to be part of this year's Union Budget

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The Gujarat International Finance Tech-City, or Gift City, is expected to be spread over 886 acres and will have a special economic zone on 261 acres.

Around 55% land bank of SEZs in Tamil Nadu lying vacant

Around 55% land bank of SEZs in Tamil Nadu lying vacant

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Around 55 per cent of land in the 36 operational special economic zones (SEZs) in Tamil Nadu is lying vacant owing to various reasons, including the recent economic slowdown.

How Mamata can woo big-ticket projects to Bengal

How Mamata can woo big-ticket projects to Bengal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

The words 'industry', 'industrial development', 'jobs', and 'employment' have been ringing with higher frequency since Mamata Banerjee stepped into her third term with landslide victory after a high-octane election last year. "Our government's next target is industrial development," the chief minister (CM) had been heard stating at different public meetings in the past few months - perhaps setting the tone for the sixth edition of the Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS) slated for later this month. Investor summits by any state are about intent, big numbers, and tall claims. Yet in competitive federalism, its importance as a marketing tool is undeniable.

Rs 1-trillion m-cap club now has 42 members with 13 new entrants

Rs 1-trillion m-cap club now has 42 members with 13 new entrants

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Thirteen companies have joined the Rs 1-trillion-plus market capitalisation club this year, so far. This even as the benchmark Sensex has gained less than 3 per cent on a year-to-date basis, underscoring the bullish undercurrent in the broader market. The trend shows a harsh second wave of Covid-19, subsequent lockdowns, and hit to the economic activity has made little dent into India Inc or shareholders' wealth. At the start of the year, there were 29 companies with a market value of more than Rs 1 trillion.

Uncertainty dogs 318 SEZ proposals

Uncertainty dogs 318 SEZ proposals

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

As many as 237 formally-approved zones are pending final notification, while another 81 fresh proposals are waiting to be approved.

How is Google paying tax but Facebook not: HC asks govt

How is Google paying tax but Facebook not: HC asks govt

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The Delhi High Court on Friday questioned why Facebook Inc is not paying any service tax when Google is doing so and directed the Centre to file a "better affidavit" on the issue.

Infosys to invest Rs 1,400 cr in Noida campus

Infosys to invest Rs 1,400 cr in Noida campus

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

The company seeks floor area ratio of 3, against the permitted 2, from Uttar Pradesh.

Right time to invest: India tells Chinese investors

Right time to invest: India tells Chinese investors

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

The Indian Consulate in Guangzhou has organised a face to face interaction with Chinese investors to make a case for them to step up investments in India, a press release from the Consulate said.

PHOTOS: Raging inferno envelops bio-diesel unit at Vizag

PHOTOS: Raging inferno envelops bio-diesel unit at Vizag

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The fire broke out around 12 am at Biomax Fuels Limited, a bio-diesel manufacturing unit in the Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone, Duvvada area.

Sops to exporters under MEIS may be extended till March 31

Sops to exporters under MEIS may be extended till March 31

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Introduced in 2015 under the Foreign Trade Policy, the mega MEIS was created out of a merger of five existing reward schemes.

'Shramik Special' trains to ferry migrants, students

'Shramik Special' trains to ferry migrants, students

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Each train is likely to carry around 1,000-1,200 passengers, keeping in mind the social-distancing protocol.

Corporate India on overdrive to celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration

Corporate India on overdrive to celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

As Ayodhya readies itself for the glittering, much-awaited consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir on January 22, and as millions of pilgrims and devotees pour into the holy city for the momentous event, companies are rushing to do their bit and be a part of the mega celebrations. Some are offering a part of their profits as donations, telcos are beefing up the number of cellular towers to ensure better connectivity, and there are those distributing jalebis and food platters.

RBI tightens gold import norms

RBI tightens gold import norms

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Seeking to restrict gold imports, the Reserve Bank on Friday said nominated banks and agencies will not be allowed to import the precious metal in excess of their entitlements in first or second lot under the 80:20 scheme.

GMR to raise Rs 550-cr by selling SEZ land

GMR to raise Rs 550-cr by selling SEZ land

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

This move to sell a part of its land holding in one of its SEZ is part of an overall move by GMR to exit some of its assets as part of its 'asset light -- asset right' strategy.

Ambanis' SEZs, among 36, cleared

Ambanis' SEZs, among 36, cleared

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

Three special economic zones promoted by Mukesh Ambani and Anand Jain in Navi Mumbai are among among 36 proposals that got cleared by the Board of Approval on Friday.

Why govt should scrap Adani's Mundra plan

Why govt should scrap Adani's Mundra plan

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

By refusing permission for the proposed ship-breaking facility, India can send a categorical message to the foreign ship owning countries that they should keep their own waste and recycle

Adani slips to No 30, group stocks lose Rs 12 lk cr in 1 month

Adani slips to No 30, group stocks lose Rs 12 lk cr in 1 month

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Gautam Adani was the world's third and Asia's richest man a month back but a damning report by a US firm triggered a massive sell-off in shares of his apples-to-airport group, plunging his own wealth by $80 billion and the tycoon slipping to No.30 on the world billionaire index. Adani's sprawling conglomerate, which spans from sea ports to airports, edible oil and commodities, energy, cement and data centres, is under attack by US short-seller Hindenburg Research, which successfully deflated electric-vehicle maker Nikola Motors in 2020. Hindenburg, which held short positions in unidentified shares of Adani Group firms through its US-traded debt and offshore derivatives, on January 24 accused the conglomerate of "brazen stock manipulation and accounting fraud" and using a number of offshore shell companies to inflate stock prices.

E-com firms want govt to 'tweak' existing export policies

E-com firms want govt to 'tweak' existing export policies

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

E-commerce firms and sellers including Amazon and eBay have made recommendations to the government for a differentiated policy framework for e-commerce in the revised Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) which is expected to come into effect from April 1, 2021. This is because the existing policies on exports have catered largely to traditional, offline and business-to-business exports. Suggestions have been made to the government that through the FTP, it is important to create a conducive policy framework for e-commerce exports that lowers the entry barrier for small businesses to start exporting, according to the industry sources.

Pune set to become largest education hub

Pune set to become largest education hub

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

Names like Symbiosis International University, Bharati Vidyapeeth and the newly-established Foundation for Liberal and Management Education already have their presence in this valley, which is building its brand as the country's largest education hub.

Ease of doing business: Why Gujarat stands apart

Ease of doing business: Why Gujarat stands apart

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

The state has allowed industrial units in special economic zones (SEZs) to lay off workers without government's sanction, regardless of the number of workers