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PM Modi faces a bureaucratic test

PM Modi faces a bureaucratic test

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Here comes the moment of truth. Modi prides himself on offering an "incorruptible" government. Will he dilute the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill to coax the administration's fealty and compromise his self-image?

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

'Yet, in J&K even if you are not involved in active combat, you can come under enemy fire.' 'However young a soldier is, he is not immune to action.' 'He may face challenges during the course of discharging his military duties.'

Ask MF Guru: 'Have I invested in too many MFs?'

Ask MF Guru: 'Have I invested in too many MFs?'

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Trump asks all Americans to wear masks as US COVID-19 toll soars

Trump asks all Americans to wear masks as US COVID-19 toll soars

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

In just one day, more than 1,550 Americans lost their lives, taking the fatalities to over 7,380. Overall, the US on Friday in a single day added more than 33,000 new COVID-19 cases, taking the total to 276,500, the highest for any country in the world.

How Anny Divya became India's youngest woman to captain a Boeing 777

How Anny Divya became India's youngest woman to captain a Boeing 777

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

While working with Air India, she has also earned a degree in BSc Aviation, done a course in classical key-board, learnt various forms of modern dance and become a lawyer. Anjuli Bhargava profiles the super-achiever.

Sale: 'Challenge is Air India's huge size'

Sale: 'Challenge is Air India's huge size'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

It's too big to digest as one whole airline.'

What the new OTT/social/digital media policy says

What the new OTT/social/digital media policy says

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

The salient features of the new OTT/social media policy announced by the Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad and Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar on February 25, 2021.

National Herald issue: How the Gandhis revived Associated Journals

National Herald issue: How the Gandhis revived Associated Journals

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Prior to 2011, the company was in dire straits. But recent financial results show its fortunes are on the mend.

Budget 2016: What the aam aadmi wants from the FM

Budget 2016: What the aam aadmi wants from the FM

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

A raise in the I-T exemption limit has been sought by many.

'A country that does not respect its soldiers is doomed to fail'

'A country that does not respect its soldiers is doomed to fail'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

'Think about this: A widow of a jawan is drawing only Rs 3,500. If OROP is implemented, she will get additional Rs 1,500. These poor girls are young and have no source of income; they are trying their best to just make ends meet. It is the pain of these situations that has driven me to this.' 'We don't want to put pressure on the government -- that's not our intention. We have full faith in our prime minister. We are asking for a meeting with him, and when we get that, we are sure he will not only give us what we are asking for, but 10 per cent extra.' Major General Satbir Singh, who headed the OROP agitation at Jantar Mantar, speaks out.

10 popular ways to save tax

10 popular ways to save tax

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Investments and expenses under section 80 C allows various tax benefits, says Harjot Singh Narula

How EPFO proposals will impact you

How EPFO proposals will impact you

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

The deduction will be higher and net take-home pay will fall.

How the Satyam case unfolded

How the Satyam case unfolded

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

On the basis of the complaint filed by Leena Mangat, the CB-CID had filed an FIR on Jan 9, 2009.

'Has reservation served its purpose?'

'Has reservation served its purpose?'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

'There are some castes that grab power, then pass on the benefits to those who belong to their own caste.'

Does a woman's career end at 40?

Does a woman's career end at 40?

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Among the greatest mistakes women make in their career is losing track of their career goals, not taking additional responsibilities and learning new skills and technology.

Nokia's young retirees face an uncertain future

Nokia's young retirees face an uncertain future

Rediff.com20 May 2014

The workers who were hired straight out of school as unskilled labourers are now struggling to find alternative employment because they lack skills.

'Ram Temple NOT demolished by Babur, but Aurangzeb'

'Ram Temple NOT demolished by Babur, but Aurangzeb'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

'Babur has been facing gross historical injustice for the last two centuries, when he had no role either in the demolition of any temple or in the construction of the so-called Babri mosque at Ayodhya.'

Lok Sabha approves Pension Bill

Lok Sabha approves Pension Bill

Rediff.com4 Sep 2013

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Bill, 2011, provides for market based returns and wide coverage based on several investment options in the pension sector with an aim to building confidence in the subscribers.

A prince who walked on the wild side

A prince who walked on the wild side

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

'A Life With Wildlife is a must for all who are concerned about how a billion Indians will coexist with over 500 mammals and 1,300 birds, not to mention 25,000 flowering plant species in the new century,' says Mahesh Rangarajan.

Ceasefire violations, child abuse cases... What Parliament discussed on Friday

Ceasefire violations, child abuse cases... What Parliament discussed on Friday

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Before Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha was proceedings were disrupted by a relentless Opposition over the demonetisation issue, other topics such as compensation for military personnel, counterfeit notes were spoken of. Here's what happened in Parliament.

Government staff may invest 50% of pension fund in stock market

Government staff may invest 50% of pension fund in stock market

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

PFRDA will invite bids to appoint pension fund managers.

The Events of 2018

The Events of 2018

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

A glance back at some important events that occurred in 2018.

His crusade made the national anthem a must at movie halls

His crusade made the national anthem a must at movie halls

Rediff.com1 Dec 2016

'When the national anthem is played it has to be played for 52 seconds.' 'It is mandatory. It is in the law.' 'One or two seconds here and there is fine when kids sing. But you cannot deliberately stretch the national anthem by singing in long aalaps.'

How Aadhaar card can make your life easier

How Aadhaar card can make your life easier

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

Supreme Court allows more instruments to use the biometric card.

All you need to know about Modi's new ministers

All you need to know about Modi's new ministers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expanded his Cabinet and inducted 21 new ministers. Of these, 4 - Manohar Parrikar, JP Nadda, Suresh Prabhu and Birender Singh were appointed as Cabinet ministers. Other than this, Modi has inducted 17 other ministers of state. Here's a quick look at them:

Aadhaar Act contravenes right to life and personal liberty

Aadhaar Act contravenes right to life and personal liberty

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

Aadhaar-related schemes and the Aadhaar Act exist on the assumption that Right to Privacy is not a Fundamental Right.

Siachen: Toughest call of duty for the Indian soldier

Siachen: Toughest call of duty for the Indian soldier

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

'At an altitude of 5,000 metres, the levels of oxygen in the blood of a healthy soldier would be similar to that of a patient with a severe lung disorder at sea level.' 'While such patients are admitted to ICUs, confined to bed and treated with continuous oxygen therapy, the soldier at 5,000 metres with similar levels of oxygen in his blood performs intense physical activity and fights the enemy!' BharatShakti.in founder Nitin Gokhale reveals the ordeals that await soldiers when they are posted to the Siachen glacier.

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