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Come To India, Modi Tells US Teachers

Come To India, Modi Tells US Teachers

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'If we want our economies to be strong, we need to invest in young people who are our future.'

Putin's North Korea Gamble

Putin's North Korea Gamble

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Russia's unprecedented rapprochement with North Korea has raised concerns about the re-emergence of a Russia-China-North Korea alliance which could increase the probability of conflict on the Korean Peninsula, explains Dr Rajaram Panda.

IMF says India is likely to contribute more than 16% of global growth

IMF says India is likely to contribute more than 16% of global growth

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Growing at a robust rate due to economic reforms in key sectors like digitisation and infrastructure, India has emerged as a star performer and is projected to contribute more than 16 per cent of the global growth, the International Monetary Fund said on Monday. "What we have been observing for quite some time now is that India has been growing at a very robust rate. "It's one of the star performers when it comes to real growth when you look at peer countries.

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Facing opposition fire for exit polls allegedly being used for stock market manipulation, Axis My India's chief Pradeep Gupta has said he is open to facing all kinds of investigations and it would help do business in a much better way if the government frames specific regulations for pollsters.

'GenAI is going to be the tip of the arrow for HCLTech'

'GenAI is going to be the tip of the arrow for HCLTech'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'It will drive a lot of surrounding business, that is where we see some good projects coming in.'

Will Odisha Show Faith In Naveen Patnaik Again?

Will Odisha Show Faith In Naveen Patnaik Again?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

The 78-year-old Naveen is on the cusp of creating history. He must win the forthcoming Assembly polls to become India's longest-serving chief minister, a record held by Sikkim's Pawan Kumar Chamling.

President Murmu flags cost, use of English as hurdles to justice

President Murmu flags cost, use of English as hurdles to justice

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

She said that access to justice for all has been a theme close to her heart and mentioned several steps taken to help economically disadvantaged sections of society to approach legal institutions for remedial action.

Don't need lessons on Hindutva: Raut on Guv's letter

Don't need lessons on Hindutva: Raut on Guv's letter

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Latching on to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remark that the threat of COVID-19 still persists, Raut said in view of the health concern, it is Thackeray's responsibility to take care of people's safety, and the governor should have rather appreciated the chief minister for doing so diligently.

Regions with real 'vikas' are beyond BJP's reach: Tharoor

Regions with real 'vikas' are beyond BJP's reach: Tharoor

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Asked about the BJP's claim that its performance in southern states will be exemplary, Tharoor said, "The claim of an 'exemplary' performance is yet another product of the BJP's propaganda mill."

Was Rohit's 2nd Super Over Participation Justified?

Was Rohit's 2nd Super Over Participation Justified?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Rohit's choice to bat in the second Super Over suggests his capability, potentially sparking controversy with the decision.

The Message From Modi's Ram Mandir Speech

The Message From Modi's Ram Mandir Speech

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com decodes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech after the Pran Prathistha ceremony at Ram Temple in Ayodha.

No one can stop CAA implementation: Amit Shah in Kolkata

No one can stop CAA implementation: Amit Shah in Kolkata

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Addressing a big rally in Kolkata to launch the Bharatiya Janata Party's Lok Sabha campaign, Shah launched a blistering attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on the issues of appeasement, infiltration, corruption and political violence, alleging she has "destroyed" the state.

PV Narasimha Rao, Charan Singh, MS Swaminathan get Bharat Ratna

PV Narasimha Rao, Charan Singh, MS Swaminathan get Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The government had earlier announced the country's highest civilian honour for L K Advani and Karpoori Thakur.

PM took just 10 minutes to order surgical strikes: Rajnath

PM took just 10 minutes to order surgical strikes: Rajnath

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

The minister asserted that India has taken major action against terrorism under the Modi government and referred to the surgical strikes carried out across the Line of Control (LoC) in 2016 and the Balakot air strike in 2019.

Rohit Signs Off In Style!

Rohit Signs Off In Style!

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Rohit Sharma enthralled home fans to a fine exhibition of sumptuous strokeplay in what could probably be his final knock for the Mumbai Indians.

SIP wave hits record level, more to come

SIP wave hits record level, more to come

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

India's mutual fund (MF) industry had barely any retail footprint when it completed 50 years in 2013. MFs had Rs 7 trillion in assets under management (AUM) in March 2013, of which around Rs 5 trillion was in institution-focused debt funds. By comparison, bank deposits in the country stood at Rs 67.5 trillion around the same time.

BJP looks for 2024 soar after ending 2023 on happy note

BJP looks for 2024 soar after ending 2023 on happy note

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Following the party's sweep of assembly elections in three Hindi heartland states against the odds, the BJP's brain trust is now busy game-planning as to how it can improve on its 2019 Lok Sabha election tally of 303 seats.

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

IPL PIX: Venkatesh, Narine power KKR to comfortable win over RCB

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Images from the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday.

G20 Summit: Russia, West claim vindication of each other's Ukraine stand

G20 Summit: Russia, West claim vindication of each other's Ukraine stand

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

At a media briefing, French President Emmanuel Macron said the G20 leaders' declaration "confirms" Russia's isolation for its attack on Ukraine and that the bloc is committed to "just and lasting" peace in the war-torn country.

Opposition uniting against BJP's crackdown on corruption, charges Modi

Opposition uniting against BJP's crackdown on corruption, charges Modi

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday linked opposition parties coming together against the Bharatiya Janata Party to his government's campaign against corruption, and asserted that the clampdown on graft will continue without being hindered by "false allegations".

Swachh Bharat Not A Game Changer

Swachh Bharat Not A Game Changer

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

If we as citizens, do not take ownership of public places, public facilities and public conveniences, Swachh Bharat will remain just a hollow slogan, notes Biswajit Dasgupta.

Infosys rolls out 80% average variable payout for Q1

Infosys rolls out 80% average variable payout for Q1

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Bengaluru-based Infosys has announced that 80 per cent of the variable pay will be distributed to eligible employees for the quarter ending June 30, according to media reports. This amount will be included with the August month's salary. In contrast, Infosys had paid out 60 per cent of the variable pay in the fourth quarter of financial year FY23.

7 Steps To Remove Fear Of Maths

7 Steps To Remove Fear Of Maths

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Begin by tackling small and manageable math problems. Gradually increase the difficulty level as you build confidence and familiarity, suggests Aashish Sood.

Secret recipe of ITC's mega success

Secret recipe of ITC's mega success

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

A hotel in 1975, entry into paperboards in 1979, India's dominant cigarette maker, ITC, read the tea - or tobacco - leaves early, leveraged its enterprise strengths and stepped up the diversification agenda to create multiple drivers of growth. Some failed, some faltered, some were transformational, adding steadily to the top line. Now those efforts are making a difference: margins from non-cigarettes - FMCG, hotels, agri, paperboards, paper and packaging - are expanding and profits are kicking in more significantly than ever before.

Kovind's report moots simultaneous LS, assembly polls as first step

Kovind's report moots simultaneous LS, assembly polls as first step

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

A high-level committee on Thursday recommended simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days.

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Byju's is set to go the way of Housing.com and Zilingo. It is only a matter of time. Indeed, the coup attempted by investors will ensure that, says Debashis Basu.

Choice between democracy and autocracy, Pelosi tells Taiwan Prez

Choice between democracy and autocracy, Pelosi tells Taiwan Prez

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Pelosi said that she is in Taiwan to listen and learn from Taiwanese people as to how can they come together.

I'm the luckiest person, says Ram Lalla idol sculptor

I'm the luckiest person, says Ram Lalla idol sculptor

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

"I have always felt that Lord Ram has been shielding me and my family from all the bad times and I strongly believe that it is him, who chose me for the auspicious task," Yogiraj, who has received effusive praise for his work, told PTI.

Smith battling episodes of vertigo ahead of crucial Afghan tie

Smith battling episodes of vertigo ahead of crucial Afghan tie

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

On preparing for next two matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh, two sides he has not played much in ODIs, Smith said that both teams have some quality spinners and it is important that the team bats well in middle overs against them.

Modi remembers Nehru in farewell speech at old Parliament building

Modi remembers Nehru in farewell speech at old Parliament building

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

As the old Parliament building hosted a session one last time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday bid a poignant farewell recalling the country's first PM Jawaharlal Nehru's iconic 'tryst with destiny' speech for continuing to inspire everyone and another predecessor Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 'governments may come and go' remark.

Ministry clears Vinesh, Bajrang's proposals

Ministry clears Vinesh, Bajrang's proposals

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, who had sought time till August 10 to prepare for Asian Games and World Championship trials, are set to leave for Kyrgystan and Hungary respectively.

McGrath predicts semi-finalists for ICC World Cup 2023

McGrath predicts semi-finalists for ICC World Cup 2023

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

McGrath picks Australia, England, India and Pakistan as semifinalists

Deepfakes And The Threat To 2024 Elections

Deepfakes And The Threat To 2024 Elections

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

If left unchecked, the 2024 elections may be infamously remembered as the election of deepfakes. The ECI has a tough task ahead, but, more importantly, it has an opportunity to become a global model for scores of countries going to polls this year, notes Ajay Kumar.

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Data science isn't just about acquiring skills; it's also about comprehending the business context in which data science is applied.

India Under-19 make strong reply

India Under-19 make strong reply

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

Responding to England Under-19's 392 in the first innings, the Indians were 230 for 3 at stumps on day 2 of the four-day match.

'Banks should keep strong vigil on loan portfolio'

'Banks should keep strong vigil on loan portfolio'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2011

"The commitment to moderate levels of inflation has led to higher interest rates. In this environment, banks need to keep a strong vigil on their asset quality. These are turbulent times and we should watch every step that we take," Mukherjee said at 106th foundation day of Bank of India in New Delhi.

McGrath's expert tips to save Bumrah's career

McGrath's expert tips to save Bumrah's career

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

McGrath shared a word of caution that promises to prolong Bumrah's career.

Fundamentals of India are being attacked, society is being divided by hate: Kharge

Fundamentals of India are being attacked, society is being divided by hate: Kharge

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Kharge said that India progressed due to Congress' approach of inclusion and taking everyone along.