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Technology's sector Budget wishlist

Technology's sector Budget wishlist

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

Adoption of technology will lead to increase in employment opportunities.

Those who worked with World Bank now doubt its ranking: PM

Those who worked with World Bank now doubt its ranking: PM

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Modi said the ease of doing business ranking improved because the government initiated reforms to end difficulties in the lives of people.

Will 2020 bring cheer to Indian banking sector?

Will 2020 bring cheer to Indian banking sector?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Amid slowdown blues, the government has unveiled a raft of measures over the past few months aimed at improving liquidity in the system, moderating interest rates as well as credit growth apart from addressing stress in the NBFC sector.

Why NGOs fear the Modi govt

Why NGOs fear the Modi govt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

'It is especially discouraging for young people in the development sector. I've noticed that many of them are actively considering other career options to escape this atmosphere.' Geetanjali Krishna reports.

Budget: Nothing but Housekeeping

Budget: Nothing but Housekeeping

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

The Budget would have been the perfect vehicle to introduce some bold initiatives.
That opportunity has been lost through this Budget, observes Shreekant Sambrani.

Budget 2021: No evidence of an economic strategy

Budget 2021: No evidence of an economic strategy

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

There are several welcome standalone reforms, but these do not add up to a coherent strategy to achieve a $5 trillion economy or secure Aatmanirbharta, observes Rathin Roy.

Sena ministers oppose ban on religious pictures in government offices

Sena ministers oppose ban on religious pictures in government offices

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Sena minister Ramdas Kadam claimed that the CM has agreed to cancel the directive.

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.

10 tips to handle a new role at work

10 tips to handle a new role at work

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Be it a new team or taking over an existing one, it is essential to create your own working style within the team, says Dr HC Guruvayurappan.

Record gold prices pare India's gold demand by 9 pc

Record gold prices pare India's gold demand by 9 pc

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

However, in 2020, gold demand in India -- the world's second biggest consumer after China -- could increase to 700-800 tonnes on hopes of increased acceptance of high price level and likely economic reforms boosting consumer confidence, World Gold Council said.

The law student who made Supreme Court history

The law student who made Supreme Court history

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

A petition filed by Swapnil Tripathi, a final year student studying at the National Law University, Jodhpur, prompted the Supreme Court to allow live streaming of the opaque proceedings within.

Nirmalaji, what about growth beyond FY22?

Nirmalaji, what about growth beyond FY22?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

We will find it difficult to exceed an average of 5 per cent growth in the medium term, warns Shankar Acharya, the former chief economic adviser.

India dealt with LAC crisis firmly, maturely: Foreign secy

India dealt with LAC crisis firmly, maturely: Foreign secy

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

In an address at a leading think-tank in Paris, Shringla mentioned two recent terrorist incidents in France, one of which he said had its origins in Pakistan, noting that the civilised world needs to act with firmness to address the threat of terrorism.

US vision of Lanka very different from 'predator' China: Pompeo

US vision of Lanka very different from 'predator' China: Pompeo

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Pompeo, who became the Trump administration's highest ranking official to visit Sri Lanka, said that the US and Sri Lanka shared a vision for democracy to build a relationship and the "freedom to hold democratic elections".

In SCO address, Modi tears into Pak over terrorism

In SCO address, Modi tears into Pak over terrorism

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The PM said that countries sponsoring, aiding and funding terrorism must be held accountable.

UK extends COVID-19 lockdown by 3 more weeks

UK extends COVID-19 lockdown by 3 more weeks

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

The UK's lockdown, which involves strict stay at home measures with movement allowed for limited urgent purposes only if "absolutely necessary" and for one form of daily exercise, came into force on March 23 after a televised address by Boris Johnson.

Why are Covid cases going up in Kerala?

Why are Covid cases going up in Kerala?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

'It is a political failure, and not a medical failure.'

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.

For LIC, road to bourses won't be easy

For LIC, road to bourses won't be easy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

Amendment to the Act, sovereign guarantees, investment portfolio, realty holdings, and governance issues to shape valuation.

'Temple construction will begin in April'

'Temple construction will begin in April'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'We would try our best that the temple structure becomes visible in the next two years.'

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.

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'.

There are Wazes in every police force

There are Wazes in every police force

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

'What this incident must do is provide a renewed impetus to urgently bring in police reforms; changes that will ensure that political patronage and extraneous pressure are reduced to a minimum and allow the police to function independently and honestly,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

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".

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.'

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.

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

China is the dragon in ASEAN room

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Had India agreed to join the trade pact, Indian markets would have been flooded with cheap Chinese products.

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

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.

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.

'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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.'

'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.'