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SmartCity project to be rolled out after cabinet nod

SmartCity project to be rolled out after cabinet nod

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

SmartCity project is in advanced stage.

How govt can save the ravishing hills of Kumaon

How govt can save the ravishing hills of Kumaon

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

Uttarakhand's Kumaon hills are setting new standards in dirt and poor solid waste management, sys Anjuli Bhargava.

Modi writes for Economist: I intend to redeem the faith of Indians

Modi writes for Economist: I intend to redeem the faith of Indians

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

It was for the second time in recent days that Modi has touched upon issues relating to diversity and pluralism, as he faces criticism over the issue of intolerance in the country.

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'He serves as an inspiring example for us to learn to emerge stronger and achieve success,' notes Pradeep Jolly.

How Modi handled the messaging of his biggest challenge

How Modi handled the messaging of his biggest challenge

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

'He has a gift none of his eight predecessors, from Manmohan Singh to Rajiv Gandhi, had: Being able to speak directly and convincingly to a large enough section of Indians who will take his word for gospel,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

The problem of Pragya Thakur

The problem of Pragya Thakur

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

'Mahatma Gandhi, even for those on the extreme Hindu Right who believe he founded the politics of Muslim 'appeasement', is suicidal to target,' asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Things to look forward to in 2016

Things to look forward to in 2016

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

With all its ups and downs, 2015 is now concluding. And the New Year will bring new expectations to all of us. So tell us your expectations from 2016:

'HUL doesn't believe in cheque-signing philanthropy'

'HUL doesn't believe in cheque-signing philanthropy'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

An interview with HUL's managing director and CEO Sanjiv Mehta.

Mahagathbandhan a result of govt's efforts against corruption: Modi

Mahagathbandhan a result of govt's efforts against corruption: Modi

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

The union government was taking effective steps to rid the country of corruption and nepotism, he said.

Need to debate democracy in political parties: PM Modi

Need to debate democracy in political parties: PM Modi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

Modi said both the ruling party and the media may have expectations as well complaints from each other but they have to get along happily amid these differences.

Nitin Gadkari has many plans for India!

Nitin Gadkari has many plans for India!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Nitin Gadkari has seven portfolios, but does not seem weighed down at all by the many things on his plate. The minister is brimming with ideas...

PM Modi receives UN's Champions of the Earth Award

PM Modi receives UN's Champions of the Earth Award

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

In his address, Modi said climate and calamity are linked to culture, and it will be difficult to avoid calamity as long as concerns for the climate do not become a part of culture.

Congress daily takes potshots at Tharoor for praising Modi

Congress daily takes potshots at Tharoor for praising Modi

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

A day after Congress leaders in Kerala warned Shashi Tharoor to stop praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi or face disciplinary action, the party organ attacked the former minister on Tuesday, throwing doubts on his loyalty to the organisation.

Yogi visits Taj Mahal, calls it a gem, sweeps road outside

Yogi visits Taj Mahal, calls it a gem, sweeps road outside

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

Over 14,000 policemen were deployed across the city for the security of Adityanath.

'Never thought Modi would embrace Gandhi so openly'

'Never thought Modi would embrace Gandhi so openly'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Shazia Ilmi, one of the Aam Aadmi Party's founder members who left that party after the Lok Sabha elections in May 2014, was recently nominated by the Bharatiya Janata Party's Delhi unit to join the Swachh Bharat campaign. After she came out in favour of the campaign and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, there has been speculation about Ilmi planning to join the saffron party. She speaks about her views on BJP, love jihad and her fallout with AAP.

Why Modi loved this father's zero waste wedding invite

Why Modi loved this father's zero waste wedding invite

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

It was Gadgil's idea to print a wedding invitation on fabric with temporary ink so it can be used later as a napkin.

What does the tax benefit of Rs 4,44,200 mean?

What does the tax benefit of Rs 4,44,200 mean?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

These plans aren't likely to put substantial cash in your hands.

'We are overdrawing water, depleting aquifers'

'We are overdrawing water, depleting aquifers'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has the task of bringing clean tap water to all households by 2024.

Modi's new plans and status of earlier promises

Modi's new plans and status of earlier promises

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his maiden Independence Day address, had made several promises to the nation.

Naidu: From putting posters of Atal, Advani to VP candidate

Naidu: From putting posters of Atal, Advani to VP candidate

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Naidu was an Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad activist during the Emergency and was arrested and jailed.

Tharoor accuses Modi of 'silence' on conversion, other issues

Tharoor accuses Modi of 'silence' on conversion, other issues

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Attacked by detractors within the party of praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday accused Modi of maintaining "silence" on his ministers' comments on controversial issues and conversion campaign by groups like Vishwa Hindu Parishad.

Kamal Haasan meets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Kamal Haasan meets Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Here's the lowdown from the Tamil film industry.

Child labour bill will be test of Modi government: Satyarthi

Child labour bill will be test of Modi government: Satyarthi

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Child labour is an issue in India which must be tackled soon.

Big decisions of Modi govt in the last 6 months

Big decisions of Modi govt in the last 6 months

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

A look at the key decisions taken by the Narendra Modi government in its six months.

NITI Aayog turns 1; Focus on 'think-tank' role in New Year

NITI Aayog turns 1; Focus on 'think-tank' role in New Year

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

NITI Aayog spent a considerable time on restructuring the setup.

Transport logistics: Service tax hike is not good for the sector

Transport logistics: Service tax hike is not good for the sector

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

Stocks to watch: Container Corp, Snowman Logistics & Transport Corp

PM to seek budget inputs from experts at NITI meeting

PM to seek budget inputs from experts at NITI meeting

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Experts will give their inputs for Budget.

I want to finish terror, Oppn wants to finish me: Modi in Patna

I want to finish terror, Oppn wants to finish me: Modi in Patna

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

The statements made by the opposition parties after the preemptive air strike on terror camps have made only people of Pakistan happy, he claimed.

Expelled Congressman: 'I have vishwas in Modi'

Expelled Congressman: 'I have vishwas in Modi'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

'Modi should have trust in us and the minorities should also have trust in him.'

Budget 2019: 'It was a fine balancing act'

Budget 2019: 'It was a fine balancing act'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2019

'If some measures are implemented quickly, they can help revive growth.'

Is frequent flyer Modi overdoing it?

Is frequent flyer Modi overdoing it?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

How much money the Modi government has already spent and is going to spend on all those foreign trips, muses Sunita Iyer

Sebi mulls keeping markets open on Budget day

Sebi mulls keeping markets open on Budget day

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

The stock market historically exhibits volatility on Budget day.

How Modi can get funds for ModiCare

How Modi can get funds for ModiCare

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

'Milking poorly performing or easily marketable assets is the way to deliver more money for key programmes,' says T N Ninan.

Why Modi's progress card on I-Day speech 2014 reads 'fail'

Why Modi's progress card on I-Day speech 2014 reads 'fail'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's maiden speech from Red Fort last Independence Day outlined some grand programmes. Shehzad Poonawalla does a quick check on the progress made.

'Modi is not on the trajectory of dictatorship'

'Modi is not on the trajectory of dictatorship'

Rediff.com23 May 2019

'I am more worried about the BJP as I see lot of marginalisation of top leaders in the BJP.' 'I am really worried about the terminal decline of the Congress. And the greatest tragedy is that there are so many good people in the Congress.' 'It will take a couple of years, but this is the most appropriate time for a new political party and leadership to emerge.'

From Emergency to bad loans, PM Modi rips Congress in Parliament

From Emergency to bad loans, PM Modi rips Congress in Parliament

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn't hold back on Wednesday when he launched a scathing attack on the Gandhi family and the Congress in Parliament during a debate on the motion of thanks for the president's address.

Manmohan made same number of foreign trips as Modi: Amit Shah

Manmohan made same number of foreign trips as Modi: Amit Shah

Rediff.com23 May 2015

"When Modiji undertakes a trip abroad, thousands of Indians wait to welcome him and foreign nations are eager to do business with India," he added.

Hands down, Gadkari is Modi's best minister

Hands down, Gadkari is Modi's best minister

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

'There is merit in appointing people with ability and energy, then leaving them to do the job.' 'The Modi government would have had a better record if it had stuck to this formula from the beginning,' argues T N Ninan.

Prez seeks cooperation of MPs as budget session of Parliament begins

Prez seeks cooperation of MPs as budget session of Parliament begins

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

With clouds of storm hovering over Parliament's budget session, President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday sought the "cooperation" of all MPs in the smooth conduct of legislative business but gave no indication of plans to bring changes in the controversial land acquisition ordinance.

Why Politics is out of reach for the Aam Aadmi

Why Politics is out of reach for the Aam Aadmi

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

'Deep pockets have become a prerequisite for contesting elections on a major party symbol in most states.' 'Given the premium parties place on self-financing candidates, once you have accounted for the suspected criminals, dynasts, industrialists, and celebrities, there is not much room for anyone else.'