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Mukesh Ambani likely to exit Navi Mumbai SEZ

Mukesh Ambani likely to exit Navi Mumbai SEZ

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

It was difficult to set up a unified zone on the SEZ land.

Reliance partners Brookfield for India data centre business

Reliance partners Brookfield for India data centre business

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Reliance Industries Ltd on Monday announced an agreement to invest alongside Brookfield Infrastructure and Digital Realty in special purpose vehicles developing data centres in India. Reliance will hold a 33.33 per cent stake in each of the five Indian special purpose vehicles and become an equal partner, the company said in a statement. Digital Realty Trust, Inc is the largest provider of cloud and carrier-neutral data centre, colocation and interconnection solutions globally with 300+ data centres across 27 countries.

SC adopts new roster system, CJI to hear all PILs

SC adopts new roster system, CJI to hear all PILs

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

A roster of the work for fresh cases notified under the order of the chief justice of India will come into effect from February 5 till further orders.

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

'Just the amount of work which is there just to become more and more successful in banking. For this to happen you need to have leaders who understand technology.'

ED books Dr Naresh Trehan, others for money-laundering

ED books Dr Naresh Trehan, others for money-laundering

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money-laundering case against renowned cardiologist Dr Naresh Trehan and others in connection with allotment of land for the Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon, officials said on Wednesday.

Will Singur-type problems hit investment growth?

Will Singur-type problems hit investment growth?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2008

Since most projects can be shifted to other states, the problem will be minimal, especially if industry can find ways to make farmers partners in their profits.

Govt exploring public financing for road projects: Gadkari

Govt exploring public financing for road projects: Gadkari

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Speaking during the Question Hour, the road transport and highways minister said the country has set several world records in road construction despite COVID-19. The construction of Zoji La tunnel on the Srinagar-Leh highway will be completed before 2024, while another Z-Morh tunnel will be completed in the next three months, he added.

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

When will Modi's priorities shift to the economy?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'It is almost certainly wrong in assuming that the Modi government will use its strong mandate to undertake some serious reform measures.' 'For it is fairly clear that the government's priorities lie elsewhere, in the powerful home minister's domain,' notes T N Ninan.

Patanjali's maze of firms that do shady land dealing in Haryana

Patanjali's maze of firms that do shady land dealing in Haryana

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

Restricted by state government orders, the ownership of such land could not be formally registered, so the advances made continued to be reflected in the accounts as 'advances against land'.

First batch of 5 Rafale jets land at Ambala air base

First batch of 5 Rafale jets land at Ambala air base

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The fleet landed at Al Dhafra airbase on Monday in the United Arab Emirates after flying for over seven hours from the Merignac airbase. It was the only stopover by the jets while flying from France to India.

Nuclear Or Conventional Submarines: What Should India Pick?

Nuclear Or Conventional Submarines: What Should India Pick?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

The status of the current submarine force level is alarming and we need to address the threat perceptions expeditiously. Critical decisions pertaining to national security cannot be delayed any further due to the rapidly changing maritime threat perceptions and growing strategic importance of the Indian Ocean region, asserts Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Dholera: Modi's pet project back on the fast track

Dholera: Modi's pet project back on the fast track

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Armed with green nod and fund infusion, Gujarat govt getting ready to issue tenders to build infrastructure at the mega investment region

Cong prepares draft model to annul central farm laws

Cong prepares draft model to annul central farm laws

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

The move comes days after Congress chief Sonia Gandhi asked states under party's rule to enact legislations to bypass Centre's three farm-related laws that have triggered protests by farmers.

Zojila Tunnel: All you need to know about India's longest road tunnel

Zojila Tunnel: All you need to know about India's longest road tunnel

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

The 14.15 km tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity to Srinagar, Kargil and Leh.

Government to build 13 new expressways

Government to build 13 new expressways

Rediff.com26 May 2017

'Our target is to award Rs 25 lakh crore worth of projects that would result in creating 25 million jobs'

Cong to hard sell Food Bill and Sonia as messiah of poor

Cong to hard sell Food Bill and Sonia as messiah of poor

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

The Food Security Bill, the Land Acquisition Bill and the Aadhar card could bring electoral dividends to the government as it tries to hard to woo the poor, reports Renu Mittal

Why are our airports in such a mess?

Why are our airports in such a mess?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Domestic airports across the country are bursting at the seams. And new ones are stuck.

How Janardhana Reddy converted Rs 100 cr into white, suicide note explains

How Janardhana Reddy converted Rs 100 cr into white, suicide note explains

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Ramesh Gowda accused Reddy and a KAS officer of mentally torturing him.

Group of scientists seeks President's intervention to withdraw proposed LDAR

Group of scientists seeks President's intervention to withdraw proposed LDAR

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Lakshadweep Research Collective said it along with 60 other signatories from the scientific community have written to President Ram Nath Kovind seeking his intervention to withdraw the "incautious draft" Lakshadweep Development Authority Regulation of 2021.

Let Brand India be globally famous for zero defects: Modi

Let Brand India be globally famous for zero defects: Modi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

The Make in India campaign was launched by Modi in September.

What Will China Attack First?

What Will China Attack First?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

In all likelihood, the next conventional Chinese attack on India would be preceded by a massive cyber attack designed to cripple Indian networks and interfere with our disaster-relief programmes.

'No government can ignore police violence'

'No government can ignore police violence'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

'An international survey has shown that India figures high in the list of countries on people's approval of torture.' 'What is surprising is that even if you look at the many vibrant social movements we've had, there's been no campaign that predominantly focuses on police torture.'

Posco's Odisha journey: Travails of a big-ticket project

Posco's Odisha journey: Travails of a big-ticket project

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Is it inconsistency in policy, or the lack of robust support?

SC verdict tomorrow on case related to Ayodhya dispute

SC verdict tomorrow on case related to Ayodhya dispute

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

The petitioners seeking reconsideration by a larger bench, the observations made by it in a 1994 verdict that a mosque was not integral to Islam.

Threats are routine; work must continue: Anna Hazare

Threats are routine; work must continue: Anna Hazare

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Social activist Anna Hazare has called upon his supporters to ignore the threat to his life and to continue working.

Parliament's Budget session to begin on February 23

Parliament's Budget session to begin on February 23

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Budget session will begin on February 23 and conclude on May 8

Jaitley to present Union Budget on Feb 28

Jaitley to present Union Budget on Feb 28

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley to present Union Budget on February 28.

SYL verdict: Akalis call emergency meeting, Amarinder resigns from LS seat

SYL verdict: Akalis call emergency meeting, Amarinder resigns from LS seat

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Amarinder, who is also former Punjab Chief Minister, has sent his resignation to the Lok Sabha Speaker, copy of which was released to the media here, and has also sought a personal meeting with the Speaker next week.

PM Modi inaugurates Hyderabad Metro Rail

PM Modi inaugurates Hyderabad Metro Rail

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Besides the chief minister of Telangana, Modi was accompanied by Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana E S L Narasimhan, Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri, Telangana's IT Minister K T Rama Rao and state Bharatiya Janata Party chief K Laxman in the much-awaited train's inaugural run.

PM promises to help states in agriculture

PM promises to help states in agriculture

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Flagging the challenge of raising foodgrain production, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday promised all assistance to states for improving agricultural growth.

'Injured tiger more dangerous': Mamata holds roadshow on wheelchair

'Injured tiger more dangerous': Mamata holds roadshow on wheelchair

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

I'm still in a lot of pain, but I feel the pain of my people even more,Banerjee tweeted minutes before arriving at the venue.

Will Infosys' Bengal dream finally come true?

Will Infosys' Bengal dream finally come true?

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The first option that the state government might opt for is offer Infosys space in one of the SEZs that are coming up, but that is unlikely to be accepted

Adani Ports & SEZ continues to ride the hope wave

Adani Ports & SEZ continues to ride the hope wave

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Street believes premium valuations justified, as port traffic is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16% over FY14-16.

Few pointers that suggest Modi's Bharat is away from major reforms

Few pointers that suggest Modi's Bharat is away from major reforms

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

Economic reforms seem to be on a slow train, while good old fiscal populism is alive and flourishing.

Will Adani Invest Big In Rajasthan Before 2023 Poll?

Will Adani Invest Big In Rajasthan Before 2023 Poll?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'I clearly recall how you immediately directed your administration to identify and allocate land, water, and other clearances in the shortest time possible.' 'That was the fastest decision-making process I have ever witnessed.'

Gita Gopinath on why India needs to keep fiscal deficit target

Gita Gopinath on why India needs to keep fiscal deficit target

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Stating that India's consolidated deficit is the highest among the G20 nations, Gopinath added it is important for India to undertake reforms.

'Farmers can no more be hoodwinked'

'Farmers can no more be hoodwinked'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Vinay Sahasrabuddhe explains BJP's strategy.

How Gadkari plans to change the way you travel

How Gadkari plans to change the way you travel

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari known for promoting innovative ideas in transportation, created a stir some time back when he pitched for 100 per cent electric mobility by 2030. In an interview with Megha Manchanda & Jyoti Mukul, he talks about the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) and electric vehicles.

DMIC project will be delivered on schedule: Amitabh Kant

DMIC project will be delivered on schedule: Amitabh Kant

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Downplaying concerns of delay, Amitabh Kant, managing director of Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (DMIC), says the project will be delivered on time.

India, Philippines to seal govt-to-govt BrahMos deal

India, Philippines to seal govt-to-govt BrahMos deal

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

The procurement is expected to signal a major upswing in India's strategic ties with the Philippines which has been focusing on ramping up its naval prowess in the face of its lingering friction with China in the South China Sea.