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Why cryptocurrencies will continue to grow in India

Why cryptocurrencies will continue to grow in India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The future of cryptocurrencies in India appears uncertain but that has not deterred young Indians from embracing the so-called 'fourth industrial revolution' world, where interconnectivity and smart automation, much of it relying on blockchain technology, drive human civilisation. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has repeatedly warned of macroeconomic instability and even "serious consequences" if cryptocurrencies turn mainstream. The country's monetary authority wants a China-like total ban on crypto, not even allowing these currencies to be treated as investments. Though Parliament's website had listed the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill as one seeking a total ban of cryptocurrencies in the country, it was not presented in the Winter Session. India now has the highest number of cryptocurrency investors in the world.

'I want to invest in MFs with less risk'

'I want to invest in MFs with less risk'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Ulhas Joshi, Head -- Sales, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Hospital chain plans to put expectant parents on cloud nine

Hospital chain plans to put expectant parents on cloud nine

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

No expecting mother ever needs to travel for more than 30 minutes to reach one of their hospitals, believes the Cloudnine group.

Onboarding of e-commerce giants crucial to ensure success of ONDC

Onboarding of e-commerce giants crucial to ensure success of ONDC

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

When Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) was conceived last December, the idea was to reduce the dominance of e-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart. It was also to bring in a level-playing field for small merchants in India's fragmented but fast-growing $1-trillion retail market. However, those goals have changed now as large e-commerce players such as Flipkart, Amazon and Ecom Express are in various levels of talks with the ONDC team. They want to form partnerships like integrating with the network as well as providing their expertise to build it, according to the industry sources.

About to resign in a huff? 6 reasons why that's a terrible idea!

About to resign in a huff? 6 reasons why that's a terrible idea!

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

When you quit let it be for the right reasons says Sonia Golani, CEO, Management Consultants Group and author of three acclaimed books!

Budget 2022: Phasing out of some tax exemptions likely

Budget 2022: Phasing out of some tax exemptions likely

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The Centre is considering a gradual phasing out of certain direct tax exemptions meant for corporate and personal tax payers. This is among the tax proposals being discussed for the upcoming Union Budget 2022-23. A top policymaker said that according to the government's internal assessment, the percentage of corporates and individuals shifting to the new exemption-less tax regime has been very encouraging, and the Budget-makers expect many more to make the switch in the coming years. The person also said the finance ministry is exploring the option of rationalising the capital gains tax rates.

Why Didn't #BoycottBrahmastra Work?

Why Didn't #BoycottBrahmastra Work?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Nobody else needs to boycott Bollywood, they are doing a pretty good job of digging up their own foundation, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Active telecom user base falls in August

Active telecom user base falls in August

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Active subscriber base declined by 2.2 million on a month-on-month (MoM) basis to 970.2 million in August 2019, on the back of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea losing customers. Jio was the only operator to add 7.2 million active subscribers in the same month.

Foreplay Matters!

Foreplay Matters!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

The beauty of foreplay lies in its nature of being unpredictable, the more you indulge in it, the better it gets, advises Divya Sethi, sexual wellness expert at Domina by Pee Safe, a feminine hygiene brand.

WFH Burnout? 9 Simple Things To Do

WFH Burnout? 9 Simple Things To Do

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

Clearly demarcate family time in your schedule and ensure that you do not work, receive calls or even reply to emails during this time.

Rohit hails Mumbai's 'perfect game' against Royals

Rohit hails Mumbai's 'perfect game' against Royals

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma is happy that they are playing Sunrisers Hyderabad on the last day of the league stage since they will have a clear idea about what needs to be done to sneak into the play-offs of the Indian Premier League.

'I can never make a depressing film'

'I can never make a depressing film'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'I'm a guy who tries to find humour in every situation, no matter how difficult and serious, without offending anyone.'

Modern Love Hyderabad Review

Modern Love Hyderabad Review

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Modern Love Hyderabad, even though predictable, is interesting in parts and keeps you entertained emotionally, observes Divya Nair.

The Secret To Malvika Raaj's Bikini Bod

The Secret To Malvika Raaj's Bikini Bod

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

The model turned actor gets candid about her love for fitness, travel and more...

'Please advise if I should discard, change or add any funds to my portfolio'

'Please advise if I should discard, change or add any funds to my portfolio'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Nikunj Saraf, Vice President Choice Wealth, answers your queries

'Bowler needs a captain who understands him'

'Bowler needs a captain who understands him'

Rediff.com25 May 2021

'... And give him the confidence and freedom to express himself.'

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

'Our family philosophy is to build a bridge between India and Britain.'

SC panel says Hyd encounter staged, cops should be tried for murder

SC panel says Hyd encounter staged, cops should be tried for murder

Rediff.com20 May 2022

A three-member inquiry commission on the encounter killings of four suspects in a case of gang-rape and murder of a veterinarian (named changed as Disha) in Hyderabad in December 2019 revealed that the firing by the police personnel was deliberate.

Napoli handed 3-0 defeat, lose one point for missing Juve match

Napoli handed 3-0 defeat, lose one point for missing Juve match

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Napoli did not travel to Turin for the match on October 4, saying their local health authority (ASL) had told the players to stay at home after two members of their squad tested positive for COVID-19.

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

This doctor couple put their faith in India. And in return India has put faith in them.

Has Online Education CHANGED Your Kids?

Has Online Education CHANGED Your Kids?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

An astrologer told Ramesh Menon that he was increasingly having worried parents asking him about the future of their children who were showing serious behavioural changes like lack of tolerance towards others, shunning social interaction, and even violent behaviour. They were worried because they had never ever seen such traits in their children before the pandemic.

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Was this indeed the Lata who had started out with her, as a child star, in Badi Maa (1945)? Raju Bharatan recalls yet another memorable incident from Lata Mangeshkar's incredible life.

Having Robots for 'Make in India' is not a bad idea

Having Robots for 'Make in India' is not a bad idea

Rediff.com29 May 2015

For Make in India's success, Modi govt msut remove policy paralysis.

Time to swap your ULIPs for safer bets?

Time to swap your ULIPs for safer bets?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

The good news is investors can make 5 to 6 switches during a year among funds depending on the insurance companies without incurring any costs.

Why Panasonic is keen to leverage the Anchor brand

Why Panasonic is keen to leverage the Anchor brand

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

The Anchor and Panasonic connection is a blend of legacy and quality and there really is no question of substituting one for the other. Panasonic is banking on Anchor's familiarity and widespread recall, to push its way ahead in the premium, automation-aided home appliances and accessories market.

'Cricket is going to be different in post COVID-19 world'

'Cricket is going to be different in post COVID-19 world'

Rediff.com9 May 2020

Sporting activities, including cricket, are currently shut due to the coronavirus-forced lockdown but Alex Carey is in no mood to let dust settle in his skills and has been working towards that in this break.

Darlings Is Daring, Not Superficial

Darlings Is Daring, Not Superficial

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

I cannot think of another Hindi movie that has, without so much as a hint of cynicism or speechifying, brought out that fundamental fact of Muslims being an integral part of the Indian culture while being at the same time a subculture with its own polite niceties, observes Sreehari Nair.

5 tips to take your leadership from I to WE

5 tips to take your leadership from I to WE

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

A 'we' leader recognises the efforts of their team members and does not back out from giving due credit, whether in the form of compliments or rewards, for good initiatives and ideas.

ASK AJIT: 'This stock hits circuits often. What to do?'

ASK AJIT: 'This stock hits circuits often. What to do?'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Airtel, Vodafone to lose 50 mn users

Airtel, Vodafone to lose 50 mn users

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

These customers will be unable to meet the lowest recharge requirements for Jio, meaning they will either exit the market or migrate to BSNL/MTNL.

Guess who Manoj Bajpayee's Chellam sir is!

Guess who Manoj Bajpayee's Chellam sir is!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

'One of the three directors from The Family Man -- Suparn Verma -- is my real life Chellam Sir.' 'He is somebody who has the answers to everything, so I call him anytime.'

Restarting your career in the pandemic? 5 TIPS

Restarting your career in the pandemic? 5 TIPS

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The first step? Get in touch with past employers and colleagues to see if there are any opportunities, advises Ravish Agrawal, founder and CEO, Able Jobs.

'A woman doesn't need to wear pants to show she is the boss'

'A woman doesn't need to wear pants to show she is the boss'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Anita Dongre shares her fashion fundas.

Monsoon: What To Eat. What To Avoid

Monsoon: What To Eat. What To Avoid

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

A balanced diet should include steamed and boiled vegetables, milk products such as buttermilk and yoghurt, fresh fruits, herbal teas and bitter vegetables, suggests Zamurrud M Patel, CDE, RD, chief dietician, Global Hospitals, Mumbai.

Alia, Ranbir, Varun go plastic-free. What about you?

Alia, Ranbir, Varun go plastic-free. What about you?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

On World Environment Day, the actors showed the world how to go plastic-free.

Not losing weight? 10 foods to AVOID!

Not losing weight? 10 foods to AVOID!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

With easy access to processed meals and an unhealthy lifestyle, gaining weight is simpler than ever, warns Pune-based celebrity fitness coach Gaurav Pawar.

A Little Bit Of Lalitha In My Life

A Little Bit Of Lalitha In My Life

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

KPAC Lalitha's specialty was evoking on screen people that the audience felt they knew intimately, and evoking them through telling details that tore down the boundary between the audience and the performer, observes Sreehari Nair.

How Actor Aditi Gautam Lost 16 Kg

How Actor Aditi Gautam Lost 16 Kg

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

'Live a simple lifestyle where you eat well, sleep on time and take care of your body.'

Jio, too, is bitten by the slowdown bug

Jio, too, is bitten by the slowdown bug

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

It reported adding 698,3146 subscribers in September, the lowest since it added 6.1 million in November 2017.

Did Modi Inspire This Grammy Win?

Did Modi Inspire This Grammy Win?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

'Now, no one can stop me from making music till the day I die.'