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ED records Yuvraj's statement in online betting app case

ED records Yuvraj's statement in online betting app case

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Yuvraj Singh on Tuesday appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning in a money laundering case linked to an online betting app named 1xBet.

India's Startup Dreams, Ready to Bloom

India's Startup Dreams, Ready to Bloom

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Let's work flat out and create a policy framework that fosters the growth of Indian non-family business VC and private equity firms. This will allow our Indian startups' dreams to flourish, explains Ajit Balakrishnan.

East Asia to grow by 6%: World Bank

East Asia to grow by 6%: World Bank

Rediff.com27 Apr 2005

East Asia's emerging economies are projected to grow by 6 per cent this year as policy makers face the delicate challenge of responding to a reduced pace of global trade expansion, the World Bank said on Wednesday.

HSBC flags 5 positives for Indian equities

HSBC flags 5 positives for Indian equities

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Equity benchmarks face a key test as investors weigh consumption revival hopes against tariff pressures and weak earnings. Amidst this, HSBC has outlined tailwinds and risks that could cap gains.

World Bank president to visit Bihar on Jan 10

World Bank president to visit Bihar on Jan 10

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

World Bank President Robert B. Zoellick will visit Bihar on January 10, 2011, officials said on Tuesday.

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Indian roads: World Bank to invest $1bn a year

Indian roads: World Bank to invest $1bn a year

Rediff.com8 Aug 2003

World Bank, which plans to invest $1 billion a year in India's transport sector, on Friday proposed a separate 'road maintenance fund' through fuel tax and user charges for development of highways.

'India will be among top 50 in World Bank rankings in 3 years'

'India will be among top 50 in World Bank rankings in 3 years'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

'India will jump 30-40 places in the World Bank ranking of ease of doing business next year.'

India to fight AIDS, TB with World Bank loan

India to fight AIDS, TB with World Bank loan

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

India will use around one-fourth of the $3.8 billion loan received from World Bank this year to improve healthcare services for women and children, besides fighting HIV/AIDS and TB.

World Bank sees 6.7% GDP growth for India by FY'15

World Bank sees 6.7% GDP growth for India by FY'15

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

The World Bank on Thursday forecast a 6.7 per cent growth rate for India by next fiscal as exports and private investment are projected to strengthen and provide a boost to growth.

Defeat RJD and allies, Modi appeals to Bihar's women

Defeat RJD and allies, Modi appeals to Bihar's women

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp critique of the RJD, emphasizing the hardships faced by women in Bihar under its governance. He highlighted the current government's initiatives for women's empowerment and urged them to prevent the RJD's return to power.

India falls out of favour, optimism returns for China: BofA survey

India falls out of favour, optimism returns for China: BofA survey

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Investor sentiment across Asian markets has shifted sharply in August, reveals the latest Bank of America (BofA) Fund Manager Survey, which found global growth expectations retreating after three months of improvement.

World Bank nods $23.5m biodiversity loan for India

World Bank nods $23.5m biodiversity loan for India

Rediff.com19 May 2011

The Biodiversity Conservation and Rural Livelihood Improvement Project will conserve biodiversity, while improving rural livelihoods by applying culturally appropriate and tested participatory approaches to support opportunities for improving rural livelihoods, the Bank said in a statement.

Finally some good news! IMF, World Bank peg 2017-18 GDP at 6.7%

Finally some good news! IMF, World Bank peg 2017-18 GDP at 6.7%

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

"Growth is expected to moderate gradually in China... pick up in India, and remain broadly stable in the Asean-5 region."

Why Are Bankers Committing Suicide?

Why Are Bankers Committing Suicide?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

In the past 10 years, over 500 PSB officers have died by suicide. When targets are overwhelming, senior management and customers are both impatient, and there is constant fear, not every banker has the resilience to survive and thrive, warns Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

World Bank lauds India's efforts to boost growth

World Bank lauds India's efforts to boost growth

Rediff.com20 Sep 2003

... but warned that unsatisfactory development in rural areas of the country and corruption in some states posed major challenges for economic growth.\n\n

India likely to achieve 5.5% growth in 2014: World Bank

India likely to achieve 5.5% growth in 2014: World Bank

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

With the new Indian government showing signs of economic reforms and brings in transparency in governance, the World Bank feels that the world's third-largest economy could achieve a growth rate of 5.5 per cent this year as compared to 4.7 per cent last year.

Reliance remains highest-ranked Indian firm on Fortune Global 500 list

Reliance remains highest-ranked Indian firm on Fortune Global 500 list

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries has retained its position as the highest-ranked Indian company on the 2025 Fortune Global 500 list, according to the latest rankings released by the publication. The oil-to-telecom-and-retail conglomerate has been ranked at No.88 on the latest list, down from 86th position in 2024.

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Numerous players and coaches, including England captain Harry Kane, have voiced concern over player welfare with the revamped Club World Cup meaning less time off between seasons.

Achche din in 2018 as World Bank projects 7.3 per cent growth rate

Achche din in 2018 as World Bank projects 7.3 per cent growth rate

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

A report stated that despite initial setbacks from demonetisation and Goods and Services Tax, "all in all" the Indian economy has done well.

Satyam abuzz with rumours of World Bank order

Satyam abuzz with rumours of World Bank order

Rediff.com14 Feb 2003

Satyam Computer had the market whistling on Friday as rumours were rife on the counter that it was in the process of bagging a $10-million order from global development financier, the World Bank.

It's Official! Kerala to host Messi-Led Argentina!

It's Official! Kerala to host Messi-Led Argentina!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The match will take place between November 10 and 18, and is likely to be played Kochi.

When Workplace Stress Turns Deadly

When Workplace Stress Turns Deadly

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

At times, this stress reaches a tipping point, resulting in tragedy. 'Organisations need to empower their people managers to foster psychological safety, where employees feel seen, heard, and supported -- not just as professionals, but as people navigating the pressures of work and life.'

Reliance's refining margins projected to stay strong compared to PSU peers

Reliance's refining margins projected to stay strong compared to PSU peers

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Reliance Industries' refining earnings will remain steady, supported by its position as India's largest importer of Russian crude and favourable global supplies, according to analysts at JM Financial and Goldman Sachs. Reliance imported more Russian barrels than any other Indian refiner in the past eight months, according to data from Bloomberg/Kpler.

India, China key to check global crisis:World Bank

India, China key to check global crisis:World Bank

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

"We can no longer rely on the US consumer to sustain global growth. We need multiple poles of growth," Zoellick told reporters at a news conference in Beijing.

India to push for expansion of World Bank capital

India to push for expansion of World Bank capital

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

India will be pushing for greater capitalisation of the World Bank at the meeting of G20 finance ministers in London next month. The meeting will precede the Pittsburgh meeting of G20 head of states scheduled later in September.

World Bank scheme: Jobs for 36,000 in MP

World Bank scheme: Jobs for 36,000 in MP

Rediff.com28 Aug 2008

As many as 36,000 rural youth have been issued job offer letters during the past eight months by various companies, from manufacturing to service, courtesy a World Bank sponsored scheme District Poverty Initiative Project. Since the placement agencies do not offer services in the non-skilled labour segment, companies hire non-skilled workers through references and relatives of the existing workforce.

Banking reforms to go on, macro policies strong: World Bank on Rexit

Banking reforms to go on, macro policies strong: World Bank on Rexit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Onno Ruhl said it is imperative to have a favourable global environment in addition to the domestic advantages.

India to grow at 8-9% soon: World Bank

India to grow at 8-9% soon: World Bank

Rediff.com4 Dec 2009

World Bank President Robert Zoellick on Friday said India is likely to return to high growth of 8 to 9 per cent in a year or two, helped by strong fiscal and monetary actions to counter the global financial crisis.

World Bank OKs $112.56 mn loan for Chhattisgarh

World Bank OKs $112.56 mn loan for Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com25 Apr 2003

The World Bank has approved a whopping $112.56 million development loan for Chhattisgarh, for improving the living standards of thousands of households in the rural areas of the state.\n\n\n\n

World Bank to give $944 mn loan to India

World Bank to give $944 mn loan to India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

According to an agreement signed here, the multi-lateral agency would give 600 million dollars toward boosting rural cooperative credit projects, $280 million for supporting 400 ITIs over four years and 64 million dollars for Karnataka-based water tank management projects.

'US visa issues won't affect 2026 FIFA World Cup'

'US visa issues won't affect 2026 FIFA World Cup'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

France football great Marcel Desailly does not feel that visa issues relating to entering the United States will have any impact on the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Global economy projected to expand by 3% this year: World Bank

Global economy projected to expand by 3% this year: World Bank

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Following another disappointing year in 2014, developing countries should see an uptick in growth this year, boosted in part by soft oil prices, a stronger US economy, continued low global interest rates, and receding domestic headwinds in several large emerging markets, it added.

India informs Pakistan why it suspended Indus Water Treaty

India informs Pakistan why it suspended Indus Water Treaty

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with immediate effect, accusing Pakistan of breaching the pact by refusing to negotiate modifications and engaging in sustained cross-border terrorism. The decision follows a recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people. Pakistan has rejected India's move, calling it an "act of war."

Three Mega IPOs Set To Rewrite India Inc Story In 2026

Three Mega IPOs Set To Rewrite India Inc Story In 2026

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

IPOs have been the flavour of the season for some time. But the coming together of three mega IPOs, from diverse businesses and historic relevance, could tell a story that's still in the making, points out Nivedita Mookerji.

India got $27 bn remittances in '07: World Bank

India got $27 bn remittances in '07: World Bank

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

The inward remittances to India has more than doubled from about $12.89 billion in 2000 to $27 billion in 2007. In 2006, inward remittances were $25.43 billion, while the outward flow constituted around $1.58 billion. Rich countries are still the main source of remittances with the United States leading the pack.