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'Appropriate decision on Maha lockdown after April 14'

'Appropriate decision on Maha lockdown after April 14'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Thackeray is scheduled to hold consultations with the finance and other state departments on Monday and discussion will also take place in the cabinet meeting later this week.

May Prabhu Shri Ram give Kalyan Singhji space at his feet: Modi

May Prabhu Shri Ram give Kalyan Singhji space at his feet: Modi

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

May Prabhu Ram give strength to his family in the hour of sadness to bear the loss. May Prabhu Ram give consolation to people in the country who believe in his values, ideals, culture and traditions," Prime Minister Narendra Modi said wile praying tribute to Kalyan Singh.

100 Kerala start-ups to travel to Silicon Valley

100 Kerala start-ups to travel to Silicon Valley

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Menlo Park Mayor Catherine Carlton is leading a 3-member team to Kerala.

Govt grants permanent commission of women in army

Govt grants permanent commission of women in army

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

"The order specifies grant of permanent commission to Short Service Commissioned women officers in all 10 streams of the Indian Army," Army Spokesperson Col Aman Anand said.

IT professionals are well paid, they should give more to charity: Premji

IT professionals are well paid, they should give more to charity: Premji

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

'Wealthy Indians don't give as much as Americans because they believe they must leave their wealth to their children.'

Resolve growing religious divide, says Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, BJP hits back

Resolve growing religious divide, says Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, BJP hits back

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

"Karnataka has always forged inclusive economic development and we must not allow such communal exclusion- If ITBT became communal it would destroy our global leadership. @BSBommai please resolve this growing religious divide," Mazumdar-Shaw said.

Hooch tragedy in 'dry' Gujarat: Toll rises to 33; 3-member panel to probe case

Hooch tragedy in 'dry' Gujarat: Toll rises to 33; 3-member panel to probe case

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Around 30 people are still undergoing treatment at various government hospitals in Bhavnagar, Botad, Barvala and Dhandhuka, officials said.

SHOCKING! Why Adam Harry Can't Be A Pilot In India

SHOCKING! Why Adam Harry Can't Be A Pilot In India

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

'How can I pursue my dream forgoing my identity? I want to fly as a trans man.'

Omicron spike: Delhi shuts schools, cinemas, gyms

Omicron spike: Delhi shuts schools, cinemas, gyms

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The 'yellow' alert restrictions stipulate that shops and establishments of non-essential goods and services and malls will open based on odd-even formula from 10 am to 8 pm.

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.

How to write a cover letter that will get you a JOB

How to write a cover letter that will get you a JOB

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The cover letter elaborates your intent for applying to the job, particular skills, experience, and achievements that make you the right fit.

THIS is the number of students India sent to the US

THIS is the number of students India sent to the US

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

With 202,014 students, India sends the second largest number of foreign students to the United States, a report said.

These Kashmiri teachers won't let students suffer

These Kashmiri teachers won't let students suffer

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

With no signs of improvement in the situation in Kashmir, community schools are the only hope for students in the valley.

Bad news for poor as Mumbai clamps down on primary schools

Bad news for poor as Mumbai clamps down on primary schools

Rediff.com2 May 2016

In a major measure, Mumbai's municipal corporation has sent legal notices to 249 private primary schools asking them to shut down. The step threatens to disrupt the already inadequate educational scenario in the city, reports Hepzi Anthony.

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

'If Darshan Solanki had got some support at IIT...'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

'In IIT, most faculty members have a bias against SC/ST students.' 'SC/ST and OBC students have no idea whom to approach for support.'

Padding up for GST

Padding up for GST

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Businesses that are engaged in both taxable and non-GST supply have re-structured themselves into separate entities to avoid elaborate compliance, says Sudipto Dey.

'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.

How you can get up to Rs 7 lakh+ tax exemption

How you can get up to Rs 7 lakh+ tax exemption

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Salaried employees get several benefits under Sections 80C, 80D, 80G and others.

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Several states and union territories, including Maharashtra, Punjab and Delhi, have announced closure of schools or suspended classes briefly till the COVID-19 situation is further reviewed in the wake of rising cases across the country.

Assam Accord: Govt forms 8-member panel for implementation

Assam Accord: Govt forms 8-member panel for implementation

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

The Assam government has set up an eight-member committee to prepare a framework for implementation of all clauses of the 36-year-old Assam Accord, especially the Clause-6 report prepared by a central panel pertaining to protecting the cultural, social and linguistic identity and heritage of the indigenous people, officials said on Saturday.

Online Music Classes Hit the Right Note

Online Music Classes Hit the Right Note

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Students made online music education possible during COVID-19, say teachers, and they will determine its future.

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday ordered a vigilance probe against former Bahujan Samaj Party minister Naseemuddin Siddiqui and his wife in connection with a disproportionate assets case after Lokayukta recommendations.

Agnipath: Govt offers sops as violent protests continue

Agnipath: Govt offers sops as violent protests continue

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

In Bihar, where a bandh had been called, a railway station and a police vehicle were torched, an ambulance attacked and security personnel injured in stone-pelting incidents on the fourth consecutive day of the agitation, while protesters vandalised Ludhiana railway station in Punjab and blocked roads and rail tracks in West Bengal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh.

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The announcement comes as a big relief to international students, including those from India.

Former auto driver Eknath Shinde takes Shiv Sena to brink of crisis

Former auto driver Eknath Shinde takes Shiv Sena to brink of crisis

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Once an auto-rickshaw driver in Thane city adjoining Mumbai, Shinde (58) quickly emerged as a key Sena leader in the Thane-Palghar region after joining politics and is known for aggressive approach towards issues of public interest.

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

In a significant directive, the home ministry said that state governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside the containment zones without prior consultation with the central government.

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Care comes from a place of 'What is good for my child's development?' Care is a long-term view of the child's flourishing in life. Care is a sacred activity and it begins at home.

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

No longer Bengal's finance minister, Amit Mitra, Mamata's principal chief advisor, will still advise and aid the 'chief minister and finance department on all matters relating to management of state finance', represent the 'state government in national and international events/meetings/committees' and examine 'important proposals/files and policy issues relating to financial matters referred to him for advice/views'.

Kerala's strategy helped contain Covid first wave: Ex-health minister

Kerala's strategy helped contain Covid first wave: Ex-health minister

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

The former minister said even days before the Centre issued guidelines and protocols in identifying and containing the disease, the state commenced its preparations to fight the possible outbreak of the disease.

'We almost went bankrupt'

'We almost went bankrupt'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

'Bottomline, hairline and waistline -- you have to watch them always.'

Demographic dividend or impending catastrophe?

Demographic dividend or impending catastrophe?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

No country has grown without educating its people. India's shameful lag in primary and secondary education has persisted for several decades, and the crisis in higher education is now threatening a social and political calamity, says Ashoka Mody.

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Strengthening the portfolios of the home minister and the finance minister is a message that should not be missed, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Two senior government functionaries said the task has been given to the North Eastern Space Application Centre (NESAC), a joint initiative of the Department of Space (DoS) and the North Eastern Council (NEC).

Govt Must Improve Ease Of Living

Govt Must Improve Ease Of Living

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Having a single point KYC that is automatically used across all financial and non-financial entities is a single piece of reform that should be an easy win to achieve, points out Harsh Roongta.

Govt's non-lapsable funds promote corruption: Ex-CAG Mehrishi

Govt's non-lapsable funds promote corruption: Ex-CAG Mehrishi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Former CAG Rajiv Mehrishi says Centre has held back a report he submitted to the President, to end what he called "a nightmare of accounts that militates against good governance".

Will Voda Idea convert interest dues into equity?

Will Voda Idea convert interest dues into equity?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea is evaluating the option of converting interest dues arising out of the deferment of statutory payments into equity, a senior company official said on Monday. The company is also in talks with banks and investors for raising funds and part of the proceeds is likely to be utilised towards meeting obligations related to debt maturing this fiscal, Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) chief financial officer Akshay Moondra said during the company's earning call. VIL MD and CEO Ravinder Takkar said the company expects to conclude fund raising plan by the end of the current financial year.

TAX GURU: 'How to claim refund of excess tax on pension fund?'

TAX GURU: 'How to claim refund of excess tax on pension fund?'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Why BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma called himself an 'extremist'

Why BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma called himself an 'extremist'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Labelling All India United Democratic Front chief Badruddin Ajmal as the 'enemy of Assam', state minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday asserted that he is an extremist in protecting Indian and the Assamese culture.

31 ministers join Nitish govt, RJD gets lion's share

31 ministers join Nitish govt, RJD gets lion's share

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The new cabinet, predictably, has a sizeable number of Yadavs and Muslims, though members of other sections of the society also find a place.

Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in US; India demands action

Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in US; India demands action

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The statue of Gandhi, which was donated by the Indian government to the city of Davis, was installed by the city council four years ago amidst protests from anti-Gandhi and anti-India organisations.