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When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

When Mallya bought Lewis Hamilton's dad's home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

This property has all the hallmarks of being owned and occupied by Vijay Mallya. A fleet of supercars making their way down the drive, hordes of people descending to party all night long and a constant delivery of goods and services.

Essar Steel: A perverse bankruptcy judgment

Essar Steel: A perverse bankruptcy judgment

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

The NCLAT's order is offensive because it goes against every tenet of bankruptcy reorganisation. If Justice Sudhansu Mukhopadhyay's tenets are accepted by the Supreme Court, we will not only regress in modern bankruptcy reorganisation but also slide back in the Doing Business rankings, says Omkar Goswami.

Panel suggestions likely to lessen farmers' woes

Panel suggestions likely to lessen farmers' woes

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

Regulated electronic platforms such as e-spot markets or spot exchanges may be deemed as authorised markets.

Sports Shorts: F2 driver says 'halo' saved his life

Sports Shorts: F2 driver says 'halo' saved his life

Rediff.com15 May 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

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.

Won't share user texts with Facebook: WhatsApp

Won't share user texts with Facebook: WhatsApp

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

It is alleged that WhatsApp's strategy of gaining user permission for such data sharing is deceptive and surreptitious in nature and compromises privacy rights of citizens

A case against merging appellate tribunals

A case against merging appellate tribunals

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Merging tribunals may lead to administrative convenience, but pendency of cases is likely to increase

Scramble for supplies marks Day 1 of lockdown

Scramble for supplies marks Day 1 of lockdown

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Long queues outside grocery stores, inflated prices, difficulty in getting important items -- these were some of the problems encountered by people in the National Capital Region (NCR).

'Entire banking community backs Bank of Maharashtra'

'Entire banking community backs Bank of Maharashtra'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Bankers have decided to fight back against 'arbitrary arrests' and 'harassment' by probe agencies.

Only 18,358 individual taxpayers declared income of over Rs 1 cr in FY12

Only 18,358 individual taxpayers declared income of over Rs 1 cr in FY12

Rediff.com30 Apr 2016

Income-tax data released by FinMin after 15 years

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested in UK

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

The 47-year-old faces allegations that he publicly released secret documents relating to the United States.

UK court rejects Nirav Modi's bail plea for the fourth time

UK court rejects Nirav Modi's bail plea for the fourth time

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

In her judgment handed down at the Royal Courts of Justice in London, Justice Ingrid Simler concluded there are "substantial grounds" to believe that the 48-year-old fugitive diamantaire would fail to surrender as he does possess the means to "abscond".

Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Why Uddhav's council entry won't end Maha tug of war

Rediff.com13 May 2020

The temporary Maharashtra crisis might be over in a few weeks. But the permanent crisis -- the Sena's relationship with its friends old and new -- remains.

India's Rs 15 trillion solution to boost economy

India's Rs 15 trillion solution to boost economy

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

India will need an annual investment of Rs 15 trillion in infrastructure over the next five years, says Chandrajit Banerjee, DG, CII.

Wanted: An agency to probe financial crimes, hacking

Wanted: An agency to probe financial crimes, hacking

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

'A separate 'Investigation Agency (Other Offences)' or IA(OO), can be created under the state governments, with the expertise and resources required for investigating non-violent offences,' recommends Alok Tiwari, a Cabinet Secretariat officer.

No one can meddle in the process of judicial appts: Prez

No one can meddle in the process of judicial appts: Prez

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

The statement, made in the backdrop of the historic apex court verdict quashing the National Judicial Appointment Commission Act, assumes significance as the President said that the judiciary is "autonomous" and a vital feature of democracy.

Independent directors feel the heat as frauds take centre stage

Independent directors feel the heat as frauds take centre stage

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

More than 1,000 independent directors have quit since January 2017; more could be on their way out

PILs in SC against govt's move to authorise 10 agencies to monitor computers

PILs in SC against govt's move to authorise 10 agencies to monitor computers

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

According to the government's notification, 10 central probe and snoop agencies are now empowered under the Information Technology Act for computer interception and analysis, ministry of home affairs officials said.

'Pak ready for a review if India reconsiders actions in Kashmir'

'Pak ready for a review if India reconsiders actions in Kashmir'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

"Are they ready to review their decisions? If they do, we can also review our decisions. Review will be on both sides," Qureshi said.

'Govt wants 1.38 bn Indians to be yes men of the ruling party'

'Govt wants 1.38 bn Indians to be yes men of the ruling party'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

'It is a sad day when social activists, environmental campaigners, anti-corruption workers are singled out as anti-nationals and then criminalised.'

US hands over evidence linking Pak national in consulate terror conspiracy

US hands over evidence linking Pak national in consulate terror conspiracy

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

US hands over evidence linking Pak national in consulate terror conspiracy

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

What Lessons can India Learn from Japan?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

'Both India and Japan can find themselves in a win-win situation if they draw some lessons from each other's strengths,' says Dr Rajaram Panda.

'I Want To Save This Marriage'

'I Want To Save This Marriage'

Rediff.com25 May 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Indian envoy to NZ called back after wife accused of assault

Indian envoy to NZ called back after wife accused of assault

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Ravi Thapar in New Zealand is set to leave the country on Saturday after allegations that his wife had assaulted a staff member.

Air India gets govt's nod to sell its ground handling firm

Air India gets govt's nod to sell its ground handling firm

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

It is Air India's only profitable subsidiary. In 2016-17, it clocked a profit of over Rs 33.4 crore, earning Rs 620 crore in revenues from its handling operations.

Why Free Basics is so contentious in India

Why Free Basics is so contentious in India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

The programme has triggered a huge debate in India.

Russia sees politics behind Paralympics ban, vows to appeal

Russia sees politics behind Paralympics ban, vows to appeal

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

The same scandal has led to 109 out of 387 athletes originally included in the Russian team for the Rio Olympics being banned, including its entire track and field squad.

Loan moratorium: Who will pay interest?

Loan moratorium: Who will pay interest?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

If banks cannot charge interest from borrowers during the moratorium, who will bear that cost? Should the depositors subsidise the borrowers by foregoing interest on deposits? In that case, we will turn banking on its head! notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why do rape victims turn hostile?

Why do rape victims turn hostile?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

The fact that so many victims turn hostile should be a matter of concern. If so many accused persons continue to roam freely in society, this becomes an additional liability to women's safety, points out Rashme Sehgal.

TRAI Bill: BJP issues whip to members

TRAI Bill: BJP issues whip to members

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party has issued a whip to its members in the Lok Sabha to support a Bill to amend the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, which seeks to remove a legal hurdle in the appointment of former TRAI chairman Nripendra Misra as principal secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Nirav Modi intends to appeal for bail in UK High Court

Nirav Modi intends to appeal for bail in UK High Court

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The diamond merchant, who has been behind bars at HMP Wandsworth in south-west London ever since his first bail application was rejected on March 20, can apply for a high court bail appeal at any time until his next remand hearing on April 26.

Rough ride ahead for taxi aggregators

Rough ride ahead for taxi aggregators

Rediff.com10 May 2016

The argument that existing rules do not apply to them will no longer hold ground.

NEET data of 2.5 lakh students compromised: Who's responsible?

NEET data of 2.5 lakh students compromised: Who's responsible?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

A company claims to run ads on Facebook where students are encouraged to provide their details to get help from career counsellors.

CBI court to sentence Dera chief on Monday

CBI court to sentence Dera chief on Monday

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Ahead of the pronouncement of the sentence, police have left nothing to chance and have taken important functionaries of the sect, who could gather followers, into preventive custody.

How the Real Estate Bill will ease home-buying experience

How the Real Estate Bill will ease home-buying experience

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

The Bill comes at a time when prospective home buyers are avoiding under-construction projects, almost everywhere in the country, thereby drying up sources of interest-free funds for debt-ridden developer firms

10 things you need to know about FATCA

10 things you need to know about FATCA

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

FATCA is aimed to strengthen business ties.

Aadhaar project will continue, government tells Supreme Court

Aadhaar project will continue, government tells Supreme Court

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

So far, 758 million Aadhaar numbers have been generated.

Want property returns? A 6-point checklist

Want property returns? A 6-point checklist

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

Such investments come with their own share of risks and buyers may need to hold on for at least 5 to 10 years.

Violence, arson marks Maratha quota bandh in Maharashtra

Violence, arson marks Maratha quota bandh in Maharashtra

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Marathas, a politically influential community that constitutes around 30 per cent of the state's population, have been demanding 16 per cent reservation in government jobs and education.

Keep fee within limits or face action, regulator warns MF players

Keep fee within limits or face action, regulator warns MF players

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Sebi has time and again voiced its concerns over higher agents' fees.