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If good neighbourliness is missing...: Jaishankar's dig at China, Pak

If good neighbourliness is missing...: Jaishankar's dig at China, Pak

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Delivering a thinly veiled message to Pakistan from its soil, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said activities across borders characterised by the 'three evils' of terrorism, extremism and separatism are unlikely to encourage trade, energy flows and connectivity.

Automakers On Luxury Top Gear To Woo Buyers

Automakers On Luxury Top Gear To Woo Buyers

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Armed with swanky showrooms, decked with plush fixtures, and offering indulgences such as high-end perfumes and customisable accessories, BMW, Mercedes, Audi are rolling out the red carpet for the well-heeled.

India must embrace Biden's B3W initiative

India must embrace Biden's B3W initiative

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Joe Biden's B3W proposal aims to bring democracies together. India should come up with its own plans to contribute to the initiative, states Rahul Mishra.

AI & automation to play a crucial role for retail industry in 2025

AI & automation to play a crucial role for retail industry in 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

With the rapid evolution of channels like quick-commerce and the emergence of ONDC, the Indian retail industry is 'cautiously optimistic' for 2025, in which new-age technologies such as AI and automation will play a crucial role, driving efficiency and personalisation.

India regrets breach of Bangladesh mission in Tripura

India regrets breach of Bangladesh mission in Tripura

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

India on Monday described as 'deeply regrettable' an incident of breach of the premises of Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala by a group of people protesting against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in the neighbouring country.

China's Market Surge: Should You Invest?

China's Market Surge: Should You Invest?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Investors need to carefully assess country-specific risks. 'This is especially true of a market that is less transparent than the US.'

Why SME players are a worried lot today

Why SME players are a worried lot today

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Of the total 199 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) listed this year so far, 22 had an issue size of less than Rs 10 crore, which the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) will no longer allow in the listed ecosystem after its recent consultation paper. The market regulator on Tuesday proposed an overhaul of the rules governing the initial public offerings (IPOs) of SMEs and corporate governance norms for listed SMEs, following concerns over 'systemic risk' seen in the ecosystem with instances of fund diversion and price manipulation.

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

'Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to strive to realise Gandhiji's dreams. His watchwords, truth and nonviolence, will continue to remain relevant for the whole world. He also taught us that rights and duties are but the two sides of the coin - indeed, the true source of rights is duty. Today we recall his lessons in compassion too - compassion not only for our human neighbours but also for our other neighbours, namely, flora and fauna, rivers and mountains.'

Kerala Sets Up Digital Cheque Bounce Court

Kerala Sets Up Digital Cheque Bounce Court

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

'Digital courts will alleviate congestion in traditional courts.'

Remembering Dr Singh, Finance Minister

Remembering Dr Singh, Finance Minister

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'The critical event signalling a new era for India was Dr Singh's 1991 Budget in which he quoted Victor Hugo to say that no power on earth could stop an idea whose time has come,' recalls T N Ninan.

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Quiet hiring allows employees to expand their skill sets, making them more versatile and valuable to the organisation, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

Offshore mineral rules complicate selection but ease awarding

Offshore mineral rules complicate selection but ease awarding

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

In a bid to capitalise on its underwater resources, the Indian government has introduced new rules for auctioning offshore mineral assets, aiming to ensure a transparent and competitive process. While these rules feature stringent eligibility criteria, they also simplify the awarding process. This move comes in the wake of the less-than-expected interest in critical mineral auctions.

BCCI seeks redemption, aims to bring more transparency

BCCI seeks redemption, aims to bring more transparency

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Newly-elected Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Ajay Shirke has said that the Board is keen on redeeming its image and bringing more transparency in its style of functioning.

Oppn grills govt over PM CARES Fund, questions its transparency

Oppn grills govt over PM CARES Fund, questions its transparency

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

They were participating in a debate on the bill for giving effect to various compliance relief measures for taxpayers, including extending time limits for filing returns, in the wake of the coronavirus crisis and tax benefits for donations to PM CARES Fund.

Unnecessarily making allegations against me: P T Usha

Unnecessarily making allegations against me: P T Usha

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

IOA president P T Usha firmly refuted allegations made by treasurer Sahdev Yadav regarding financial loss incurred by the body due to its contract renegotiation with Reliance Industries Limited

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

According to the CJI, once someone has a sense of faith in his/her intentions and abilities, it is easier not to obsess over outcomes but to value the process and the journey towards those outcomes.

When Bollywood Went Nude

When Bollywood Went Nude

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

We looked at some bold instances of Bollywood's beautiful appearing in the buff.

Nearly 650 people killed in Bangladesh violence: UN report

Nearly 650 people killed in Bangladesh violence: UN report

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Nearly 650 people have been killed in the recent unrest in Bangladesh between July 16 and August 11, the United Nations Human Rights Office has said in a preliminary report, suggesting a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation into reports of extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests and detentions.

Pharma cos okay with QR codes to combat counterfeit drugs

Pharma cos okay with QR codes to combat counterfeit drugs

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

As the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) is set to crack down on companies to ensure compliance with printing QR codes on top-selling brands to curb counterfeiting, top pharma companies say they welcome the regulator's mandate and that they are on track. They also view it as a positive step to ensure patient safety. Sheetal Arora, CEO of Mankind Pharmaceuticals, which has already adopted QR codes in 20 of their products, stated: "We strongly advocate for mandatory implementation of barcodes and QR codes on medicines as this initiative will not only protect patients but also strengthen the integrity of our healthcare system by reducing circulation of counterfeit drugs."

Army beefs up artillery power along China border

Army beefs up artillery power along China border

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The Indian Army is enhancing the combat prowess of its artillery units along the frontier with China by procuring an array of weapons systems, including an additional batch of 100 K9 Vajra howitzers, swarm drones, loitering munitions and surveillance systems.

'Exhausted In This Long Fight For Justice'

'Exhausted In This Long Fight For Justice'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Two months after a junior doctor was brutally raped and killed, the doctors' protest in Kolkata rages on.

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Striking Bengal docs await govt response to email

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The e-mail, detailing the points which were discussed and agreed upon between the two sides and also those which weren't, was sent as per the state's requirement based on which the government is expected to issue directives, the doctors said.

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

'Unhappy with talks', Bengal doctors to continue 'cease work'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The second round of talks between junior doctors and officials of the West Bengal government failed to break the medics' strike over the RG Kar issue, following the state's refusal to give written minutes of the meeting, the doctors alleged.

Now shop owners in MP's Ujjain asked to display names

Now shop owners in MP's Ujjain asked to display names

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Violators will have to pay a Rs 2,000 fine for the first offence and Rs 5,000 if they defy this order for the second time, Ujjain Mayor Mukesh Tatwal said on Saturday.

CBI registers FIR into UGC-NET paper leak case

CBI registers FIR into UGC-NET paper leak case

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The UGC-NET, 2024, exam for the selection of junior research fellows, assistant professors and PhD scholars was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 18 in two shifts across the country.

IPO pricing to be made transparent

IPO pricing to be made transparent

Rediff.com1 Feb 2006

'IPOs Are In A Sweet Spot'

'IPOs Are In A Sweet Spot'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

'IPOs have performed exceptionally well, with a notable increase in average ticket size from Rs 800 crore in the last financial year to around Rs 1,300 crore in this financial year.'

Mehbooba promises transparent govt, clean governance

Mehbooba promises transparent govt, clean governance

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

Soon after assuming charge, J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti promised a transparent, accountable and responsive government.

After killing Kolkata doctor, accused washed his clothes: Police

After killing Kolkata doctor, accused washed his clothes: Police

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The body of a woman post-graduate trainee who was allegedly raped and murdered inside a seminar hall of the hospital, was found on Friday morning. The civic volunteer was arrested on Saturday.

Reject divisive tendencies based on social hierarchies: President

Reject divisive tendencies based on social hierarchies: President

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday emphasised the need to strengthen affirmative action as a tool for inclusion while urging the rejection of divisive tendencies rooted in perceived social hierarchies.

It's Rahul vs BJP on lateral entry of bureaucrats

It's Rahul vs BJP on lateral entry of bureaucrats

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The opposition parties on Sunday slammed the move to hire public servants through lateral entry, claiming it will snatch reservations from SCs, STs and OBCs, but the Bharatiya Janata Party hit back stating the National Democratic Alliance government was bringing transparency to this mode of recruitment started by the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance.

Urban Realtors Ride Redevelopment Bandwagon

Urban Realtors Ride Redevelopment Bandwagon

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

15 to 25 per cent of property registrations in Mumbai come from redevelopment, with over 3,500 projects approved by May 2024.

'Internet use to ensure financial inclusion, transparency'

'Internet use to ensure financial inclusion, transparency'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Usage of mobile technology in financial service will help the financial inclusion initiative and enhance delivery systems, said the D&B report on the BFSI sector.

Cops probe if Baba Siddique was threatened over slum rehab project

Cops probe if Baba Siddique was threatened over slum rehab project

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Police have launched a probe into the killing of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique from different angles, including a possible contract killing, business rivalry or threat over a slum rehabilitation project, officials said on Sunday.

Junior doctors question Mamata's Kolkata hospital murder deadline

Junior doctors question Mamata's Kolkata hospital murder deadline

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Despite Banerjee's promise of a transparent investigation, the protesters criticised the delay, demanding a judicial inquiry, capital punishment for the culprits, and adequate compensation for the victim's family.

RG Kar protests pose unprecedented crisis for TMC

RG Kar protests pose unprecedented crisis for TMC

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

'Although there is a visible dent in TMC's urban votes, especially among women, the CPI-M and the BJP are unlikely to benefit from this'

Here's what EC has to say on delay in voter turnout figures

Here's what EC has to say on delay in voter turnout figures

Rediff.com3 May 2024

This is for the first time the EC has officially come out with a statement on allegations of delay in sharing turnout data.

Cholera outbreak leaves 6 children dead in 5 days in MP shelter home

Cholera outbreak leaves 6 children dead in 5 days in MP shelter home

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

A high-level committee report from the district administration alleged that six children tragically passed away in the last five days, raising concerns over over-admission, mismanagement, and a possible cholera outbreak at the privately-run shelter for special children.

Historic shift: New criminal laws to replace British-era laws on July 1

Historic shift: New criminal laws to replace British-era laws on July 1

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who piloted the laws, said the new laws would give priority to providing justice, unlike the British-era laws that gave primacy to penal action.

Indexation, A Plot Twist For Homebuyers

Indexation, A Plot Twist For Homebuyers

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The finance minister clarified that indexation benefits offered until April 1, 2001 would be protected. This means older properties, including legacy assets, would benefit.