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Why this 8 year old rejects Modi's #SheInspiresUs

Why this 8 year old rejects Modi's #SheInspiresUs

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'Please don't celebrate me if you are not going to listen to my voice.'

Top scientists to review UN's climate panel

Top scientists to review UN's climate panel

Rediff.com11 Mar 2010

The United Nations has launched an independent review of the functioning of its top climate change body IPCC, which has come under much criticism in the recent months for some errors in its reports.

Why BJP doesn't want temple gold to be pledged to RBI

Why BJP doesn't want temple gold to be pledged to RBI

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

'The Sangh Parivar's position is that whatever gold that is there in a temple should remain there. It shouldn't be taken away by anyone.' 'See, we are not misappropriating anything; we are only using it for the welfare of the temple and the devotees.'

Government finalises policy to allow private investment in defence

Government finalises policy to allow private investment in defence

Rediff.com20 May 2017

Seen as a major initiative, the 'strategic partnership model' aims to create a vibrant defence manufacturing ecosystem in the country through involvement of both the major Indian corporates as well as the MSME sector.

Rathore: 'Corporates are ready to invest in sports but...'

Rathore: 'Corporates are ready to invest in sports but...'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore says the corporate sector is very much willing to support development of sports and athletes in India but it needs to be given the assurance that the money is going in right hands.

Govt unveils major reforms in bureaucracy under Mission Karmayogi

Govt unveils major reforms in bureaucracy under Mission Karmayogi

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved 'Mission Karmayogi', dubbed as the biggest bureaucratic reform initiative, aimed at capacity building of government employees to make them more "creative, proactive, professional and technology-enabled". The core guiding principles of the competency-driven programme will be to support a transition from "rules based to roles based" HR management to prepare the Indian civil servant for the future, according to a government statement.

All you want to know about social bourses

All you want to know about social bourses

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

A social stock exchange, broadly, is understood to be a platform that allows investors to buy shares, bonds or units in a social enterprise that has been vetted by the exchange. These allow firms operating in sectors such as health, environment and transportation to raise risk capital.

Quad nations vow better cooperation to check Chinese influence

Quad nations vow better cooperation to check Chinese influence

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

In his opening remarks at a ministerial meeting in Tokyo of the Quadrilateral coalition, also known as 'Quad', External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India remained committed to a rules-based world order, respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty, and peaceful resolution of disputes.

IT ministry asks for 271% hike in planned Budget outlay

IT ministry asks for 271% hike in planned Budget outlay

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

For 2015-16, the planned outlay for the department was Rs 2,568 crore.

Review: Is the Dyson V11 Absolute Pro vacuum cleaner worth Rs 52,900?

Review: Is the Dyson V11 Absolute Pro vacuum cleaner worth Rs 52,900?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Its flexibility and portability makes cleaning your house a fun and effortless task, says Khalid Anzar.

'Coronavirus crisis is a wake-up call'

'Coronavirus crisis is a wake-up call'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

'You cannot fight a disease as complex as COVID-19 without a carefully calibrated, localised response.'

How India's economy can deal with the COVID-19 crisis

How India's economy can deal with the COVID-19 crisis

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

'India's sizeable foreign exchange reserves should serve as a buffer.'

CM writes to PM, Pranab on bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh

CM writes to PM, Pranab on bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Friday requested the Centre to follow "established practices and conventions" and refer the bifurcation issue to the state assembly for "appropriate resolution".

Fake encounter: U'khand govt asks for CBI probe

Fake encounter: U'khand govt asks for CBI probe

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

The Uttarakhand police have launched a search for two companions of Ranbir Singh, the MBA graduate who was killed in an alleged fake encounter, and a key 'eyewitness', who have gone missing since the incident last week.A police team, was sent to Baghpat district in Uttar Pradesh in search of the two youths who were accompanying 22-year-old Ranbir Singh on a motorcycle, when they were stopped by police during checking ahead of the 'encounter'.

Why PEs may be better source of capital for banks

Why PEs may be better source of capital for banks

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

India may adopt norms similar to the US Federal Reserve model, which regulates conglomerate-led banks in the country.

'What honesty can you talk about when you openly buy MLAs?'

'What honesty can you talk about when you openly buy MLAs?'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

'What steps have the higher level of political leadership taken to remove corruption from the system and bring in honest governance?'

Mary Kom's journey: From a bull fighter, to smart boxer

Mary Kom's journey: From a bull fighter, to smart boxer

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Mary Kom, who claimed an unprecedented sixth gold by winning the 48kg summit bout in the Women's World Championships, in New Delhi, said she became a smarter fighter in the later part of her career.

FBI releases documents related to Clinton email probe

FBI releases documents related to Clinton email probe

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

One of the two documents relates to the July 2 interview of Clinton by the FBI.

'Mission Karmayogi is a jumla'

'Mission Karmayogi is a jumla'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

'You just make the bureaucracy honest and make them function with integrity.' 'Everything will be taken care of after that.' 'But this Mission Karmayogi does not even mention these two words -- honesty and integrity.'

10.2% growth possible: Modi

10.2% growth possible: Modi

Rediff.com9 Aug 2003

In this interview with Business Standard Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi talks about the investment climate in the state

'I want to deepen democracy'

'I want to deepen democracy'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Varun Gandhi explains why he has moved a private member's bill in Parliament enabling voters to recall their representatives.

Plan to link power bills to Aadhaar

Plan to link power bills to Aadhaar

Rediff.com4 May 2017

It could end the payment backlog and improve the revenue flow of discoms, says Piyush Goyal

Adani scores over Patanjali, declared highest bidder for debt-ridden Ruchi Soya

Adani scores over Patanjali, declared highest bidder for debt-ridden Ruchi Soya

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Ruchi Soya was admitted to the corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) in December 2017 and owes lenders Rs 12,000 crore.

US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Chian it was open to international efforts to identify the source of the deadly virus.

Syndicate Bank brass in damage control

Syndicate Bank brass in damage control

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

The Reserve Bank of India's ongoing inspection of the book of accounts of Syndicate Bank is unconnected with last week's arrest of S K Jain, its chairman and managing director.

BPCL stake sale: An acid test for Modi govt

BPCL stake sale: An acid test for Modi govt

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Though the NDA government had been trying to privatise 20 companies, a decision for which was taken in 2017, and included national carrier Air India, the investor community evinced little enthusiasm for any of them. Now, with an in-principle approval for privatisation of BPCL, CCI and SCI, the government has taken the plunge again.

Former BCCI chief Thakur tenders unconditional apology to SC

Former BCCI chief Thakur tenders unconditional apology to SC

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

On December 15, the top court had observed that Thakur prima facie appears to have committed matter of perjury in relation to demanding an intervention via a letter from the International Cricket Council (ICC) in order to sidestep the implementation of the Lodha Committee recommendations.

'Modi is a publicity minister not prime minister'

'Modi is a publicity minister not prime minister'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2019

Accusing the prime minister of pushing a particular narrative in the media through the PMO, Congress president Rahul Gandhi said "Modi will not be able to deflect from real issues".

Aadhaar will identify genuine beneficiaries of schemes: Centre to SC

Aadhaar will identify genuine beneficiaries of schemes: Centre to SC

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

The Centre also referred to various international economic reports and surveys to emphasise on the need for Aadhaar.

Ajit Doval denies saying 'Indo-Pak talks cancelled'

Ajit Doval denies saying 'Indo-Pak talks cancelled'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

"I speak to journalists every day. But I do not remember giving any such interview. I strongly deny that I made such a statement," Doval said in a telephonic conversation to ANI.

Change in status quo at border will result in another Doklam: Indian envoy

Change in status quo at border will result in another Doklam: Indian envoy

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

He called for delineation of the 3,488-km Line of Actual Control (LAC) which China has refused earlier.

Govt extends mandatory FASTag roll-out date to Dec 15

Govt extends mandatory FASTag roll-out date to Dec 15

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

FASTag is a prepaid tag, affixed on vehicle's windscreen, that enables automatic deduction of toll charges and lets the vehicle pass through the toll plaza without stopping for the cash transaction.

Which jobs will go at Cognizant?

Which jobs will go at Cognizant?

Rediff.com7 May 2019

This time, not only would the job cuts be higher, but they would be even more broad-based, encompassing various levels of employees.

How Modi's SVAMITVA scheme aims to help rural property holders

How Modi's SVAMITVA scheme aims to help rural property holders

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

SVAMITVA is a new government project that primarily aims to demarcate abadi areas that includes inhabitant land, inhabited areas contiguous to abadi and wadis/basties in rural areas, using drone surveying technology.

Good Governance Day: Modi promises open-door administration

Good Governance Day: Modi promises open-door administration

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

On 'Good Governance Day', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said efforts are being made for "re-engineering" of government processes as part of the promise to provide an "open and accountable administration".

Modi govt won't appease minorities, but will empower them: Prez

Modi govt won't appease minorities, but will empower them: Prez

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

The president also pitched for simultaneous elections to Parliament and state assemblies, saying there was a need to discuss and build a consensus among all parties on the possibility of holding simultaneous polls.

Cooperate with India on Uri probe: US Senators to Pak

Cooperate with India on Uri probe: US Senators to Pak

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

Initial indications that the perpetrators of this attack were Pakistani and that the attack emanated from Pakistan, says US Senators.

RBI mulls comprehensive debt management plan

RBI mulls comprehensive debt management plan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

The focus shall also be on consolidation of public debt and reducing rollover risk through active switch/buyback operations.

India, US sign FATCA to fight tax evasion

India, US sign FATCA to fight tax evasion

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

FATCA will facilitate flow of financial information between countries.

Govt has made RS 'incidental', charges Oppn in Finance Bill debate

Govt has made RS 'incidental', charges Oppn in Finance Bill debate

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

After Finance Minister Arun Jaitley moved the amended Finance Bill for consideration by the Lok Sabha, Deepender Hooda (Congress) said this was a "historic" occasion as never in the past had the Rajya Sabha amended the Finance Bill.