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'Residential property prices set to rise'

'Residential property prices set to rise'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Improved sentiment because of a stable government to push demand, says Knight Frank.

Govt may shuffle stimulus among sectors

Govt may shuffle stimulus among sectors

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

The commerce and industry ministry may withdraw incentives offered to certain export-oriented industries and reallocate these to the sectors that are struggling for survival after a review in April.

Sixth Indo-US Economic Summit on Feb 16-17

Sixth Indo-US Economic Summit on Feb 16-17

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

The summit would be organised by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce.

Min hopeful of inking trade pact with EU

Min hopeful of inking trade pact with EU

Rediff.com4 Feb 2010

Talks for an India-European Union free trade agreement started in 2007 and the eighth round of negotiations was completed in New Delhi last month.

Rural India back on politicians' itinerary

Rural India back on politicians' itinerary

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

The farm sector's contribution to Indian economy is just around 20 per cent and rural India is in a shambles.

Swaraj to Africa: 'Make in India'

Swaraj to Africa: 'Make in India'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Narendra Modi is to hold summit-level meetings with the heads of more than 50 African nations on Thursday.

'Make in India and startup campaigns are really overplayed'

'Make in India and startup campaigns are really overplayed'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

For 2016, India's rank in ease of doing business has improved.

Climate deal: Alarmed India Inc writes to the PM

Climate deal: Alarmed India Inc writes to the PM

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

In an open letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and to Union Commerce Minister Anand Sharma, the industry body has outlined its view on the climate change negotiations based on Indian industry's feedback and called for the prime minister to urge the developed world to provide technology transfer and funds to help mitigate the crisis.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar to head Ficci from Jan

Rajeev Chandrasekhar to head Ficci from Jan

Rediff.com5 Dec 2007

Bharti Airtel boss Sunil Mittal already heads the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). Former BPL Mobile boss Rajeev Chandrasekhar is slated to take over as Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) president.

Bengal: Industrialisation not on the backburner

Bengal: Industrialisation not on the backburner

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Investments of Rs 47,000 crore under implementation.

Wait for cheaper drugs might get longer

Wait for cheaper drugs might get longer

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Lobby group tells USTR it has got assurance from India on compulsory licensing.

US signs 'historic' trade deal with China

US signs 'historic' trade deal with China

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

The first phase of the trade deal includes IP protection and enforcement, ending forced technology transfer, dramatic expansion of American agriculture, removing barriers to American financial services, ending currency manipulation, rebalancing the US-China trade relationship and effective dispute resolution.

'N-deal can support 250,000 high-tech US jobs'

'N-deal can support 250,000 high-tech US jobs'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

In a statement a couple of days ago, the business chamber said, 'The Indo-US civilian nuclear initiative will bring India into the international nuclear non-proliferation mainstream and enhance the safety of India's civil program. The initiative will also help to revitalize the US nuclear industry and create thousands of high-tech American jobs.'

Coronavirus: India mulls imposing duties on Chinese imports

Coronavirus: India mulls imposing duties on Chinese imports

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

The issue is set to be discussed early next week as the commerce department meets with industry bodies to discuss the widening supply gap for key imports.

Modi pleases India Inc with tax talk

Modi pleases India Inc with tax talk

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

At the Ficci meet, the Gujarat chief minister says 'tax terrorism' in the country is inherently venal; calls for discussion on economic reforms.

PM's Japan visit may push bilateral trade to $50 bn

PM's Japan visit may push bilateral trade to $50 bn

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Bilateral trade between India and Japan stood at $16.31 billion by the end of fiscal 2013-14.

'Want $10-bn trade with Russia? Look beyond Moscow

'Want $10-bn trade with Russia? Look beyond Moscow

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

"In devising a new strategy for reaching the $10-billion trade mark, the growing importance of regions of the Russian Federation needs to be understood," Secretary General of India-Russia Chamber of Commerce Pripuran Singh Haer said in New Delhi.

Foreign banks as per RBI roadmap: Nath

Foreign banks as per RBI roadmap: Nath

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

The government said on Tuesday the Reserve Bank of India would consider the US demand for relaxing the branch opening norms for foreign banks in India as per the roadmap prepared by the country's central bank.

Assemblies, Parliament meant for debate, not disruption: VP

Assemblies, Parliament meant for debate, not disruption: VP

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Referring to the ugly scenes witnessed in the Rajya Sabha recently and indicating action against those involved, he reminded elected representatives of their responsibilities.

US assures India of Iraq biz

US assures India of Iraq biz

Rediff.com4 Jun 2003

United States assured Indian companies on Wednesday of a pie in the huge sub-contracting business offered by the reconstruction work in the war-ravaged Iraq, Association of Indian Chambers of Commerce said.

Cisco chief meets Sharma to discuss DMIC project

Cisco chief meets Sharma to discuss DMIC project

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

The company is preparing Information and Communications Technology master plan for four smart cities proposed under the DMIC project.

'Modi's rise to power will not affect Indo-Pak trade ties'

'Modi's rise to power will not affect Indo-Pak trade ties'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Narendra Modi's coming to power will not make any difference to Pakistan's trade ties with India, says Zubair Ahmed Malik, president of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry.

Indian economy a victim of bribery and corruption

Indian economy a victim of bribery and corruption

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Among the sectors seen as most vulnerable to corruption are the government and the public sector, infrastructure, real estate, metals, mining, aerospace, defence, power and utilities.

Shilpa Shetty's wellness secret

Shilpa Shetty's wellness secret

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

Both India, Pakistan have trust deficiency: Outgoing envoy

Both India, Pakistan have trust deficiency: Outgoing envoy

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Pakistan should fully implement the roadmap for normalising economic cooperation with India, including granting it the Most Favoured Nation-status, Indian High Commissioner Sharat Sabharwal has said.

'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

'e-RUPI may completely negate pilferage'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

The launch of e-RUPI, a person- and purpose-specific digital payment solution, by the government is expected to completely negate any pilferage and will ensure full benefit to intended beneficiaries, India Inc said on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched e-RUPI, which is aimed at improving transparency and targeted delivery of benefits. PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Sanjay Aggarwal said that the move is a significant step to enhance the digitisation process of the country.

India: Attractive destination for US SMEs

India: Attractive destination for US SMEs

Rediff.com27 Dec 2007

Indian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are set to go global with opportunities flowing in from all corners. After SMEs from Germany and the UK, the US has expressed willingness to invest and explore possibilities of technology transfer to Indian SMEs.

Package to remove foreign taxation glitches on anvil

Package to remove foreign taxation glitches on anvil

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Norms for e-commerce likely, arm's-length pricing set for change.

Total shut down in Chhattisgarh against Kanker rapes

Total shut down in Chhattisgarh against Kanker rapes

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

A one-day statewide bandh called by the Congress to protest against the Kanker rapes involving minor inmates of a government-run tribal girls' hostel was a complete success across Chhattisgarh on Wednesday.

'Govt must incentivise IT services sector to boost exports'

'Govt must incentivise IT services sector to boost exports'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

India's IT services sector witnessed 4.2 per cent growth in 2012-13.

Doha deal linked to US economic fortunes: Pillai

Doha deal linked to US economic fortunes: Pillai

Rediff.com14 May 2009

With the US economy in recession, the Obama administration is coming under a domestic pressure to protect its economy by restricting outsourcing of manufacturing and services. Newly appointed US trade representative Ron Kirk said in Geneva on Wednesday that countries like India and China which are seeking leadership position in WTO should agree to give improved market access.

US Inc wants H-1B visa, green card rules eased

US Inc wants H-1B visa, green card rules eased

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

The US Chamber of Commerce urges US lawmakers to revamp job-based Green Card and H-1B programmes.

Senators urged to support N-deal

Senators urged to support N-deal

Rediff.com20 Sep 2006

After revoking MFN status, India mulls suspending trade with Pak

After revoking MFN status, India mulls suspending trade with Pak

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

While India does not figure in the top 10 export destinations for Pakistani goods, it serves as a crucial channel for select goods such as leather hides and cheaper variants of fertilisers that are generally procured by importers at short notice.

Tamil MPs not part of delegation visiting Sri Lanka

Tamil MPs not part of delegation visiting Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

A six-member delegation of Indian parliamentarians will visit Sri Lanka from April 8 to 12. The multi-party delegation visiting Colombo and Jaffna will not, however, include MPs from Tamil Nadu.

Rajinikanth, Kamal Hasan fast for Tamils in Lanka

Rajinikanth, Kamal Hasan fast for Tamils in Lanka

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

The South Indian Film Artistes' association -- also known as the Thenindiya Nadigar Sangam -- on Tuesday organised a one-day hunger strike to protest against the alleged atrocities committed against the Tamil community in Sri Lanka.

Cola ban may hit investment: Trade groups

Cola ban may hit investment: Trade groups

Rediff.com10 Aug 2006

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry says banning colas without following proper law will hurt India's credibility and investment climate.

Plenty of liquidity available in the system: SBI chief

Plenty of liquidity available in the system: SBI chief

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

According to him, the rural economy will play a critical role in the revival process.

Yearly US FDI flow to rise to $1 bn

Yearly US FDI flow to rise to $1 bn

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

US foreign direct investment inflows into India will increase to $1 billion annually by 2010, according to Indo-American Chamber of Commerce.