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Biden advised to keep 2500 troops in Afghanistan

Biden advised to keep 2500 troops in Afghanistan

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Taliban failed to honour Doha accord, never renounced Al-Qaeda: US general Mark Milley

Delhi police to decide on farmers' tractor march: SC

Delhi police to decide on farmers' tractor march: SC

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

"The question of entering into Delhi is a law and order matter and will be determined by the police," the bench said.

Cong makes 3 demands on farm bills to end RS boycott

Cong makes 3 demands on farm bills to end RS boycott

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad made this assertion outside Parliament while speaking to reporters and said the revocation of suspension of the Opposition Rajya Sabha MPs was not a demand, but a 'request'.

SC asks Param Bir to approach HC; says matter 'quite serious'

SC asks Param Bir to approach HC; says matter 'quite serious'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

The Supreme Court on Wednesday termed as 'quite serious' the matter in which former Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh has filed a plea against Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh, but asked the Indian Police Service officer to approach the Bombay high court with his grievances.

Rented property income can't be business income

Rented property income can't be business income

Rediff.com21 May 2019

If you are merely letting out the property and enjoying the rent as an individual or as a company, in most cases, you will need to mention rental income under the head 'income from house property' in the income-tax return form, points out Tinesh Bhasin.

IL&FS case: Deloitte, KPMG's plea dismissed

IL&FS case: Deloitte, KPMG's plea dismissed

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Rejecting the contention of the auditors and others that they cannot be treated as part of the management, which is responsible for managing the affairs of the company and therefore should not be charged as per the said section, the NCLAT said that rules of natural justice are to be followed.

NRC: Assam govt will give free legal aid to 'needy' people

NRC: Assam govt will give free legal aid to 'needy' people

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

The final NRC, unique to Assam, will be published on August 31.

'We are moving fast towards the peak of the epidemic'

'We are moving fast towards the peak of the epidemic'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

Unsurprised by the rising numbers, epidemiologists are concerned about the virus reaching rural and tribal areas where the health infrastructure is weak, reports Ruchika Chitravanshi.

CSR spends and the menace of ghost beneficiaries

CSR spends and the menace of ghost beneficiaries

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Ghost beneficiaries aren't the only kind of issue companies face during a period of unprecedented CSR spending, touching nearly Rs 12,000 crore in 2018-19. Frauds related to procurement, construction, and end-use of funds have had companies engaging forensic auditors to keep tabs on how money is spent, revealed conversations with those involved in such investigations. Firms are also increasingly strengthening their own capabilities to better implement their programmes.

45 Lok Sabha MPs suspended in 2 days for disruptions

45 Lok Sabha MPs suspended in 2 days for disruptions

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

As soon as the Zero Hour commenced at noon, AIADMK and TDP members trooped in the Well, raising slogans and carrying banners demanding stalling of a dam on river Cauvery and special state status to Andhra Pradesh respectively.

Dubai court orders Michel's extradition in VVIP chopper case: Report

Dubai court orders Michel's extradition in VVIP chopper case: Report

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

The ED, in its chargesheet filed against Michel in June 2016, had alleged that he received 30 million (about Rs 225 crore) from AgustaWestland.

US court dismisses 1984 riots violation case against Congress

US court dismisses 1984 riots violation case against Congress

Rediff.com20 Dec 2014

A federal appeals court has dismissed a 1984 Sikh riots violation case filed against the Congress by a rights group, saying that the case does not sufficiently "touch and concern" the United States.

Despite big talks, India is miles away from digitisation

Despite big talks, India is miles away from digitisation

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

India must change approach and have better access to networks to fulfil its digitisation dream.

Opposition protests over Pegasus, farm laws continue in Parliament

Opposition protests over Pegasus, farm laws continue in Parliament

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

The proceedings of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day on Tuesday amid continuous protests by opposition members over the Pegasus snooping row and farm laws, as they demanded that discussions be taken up on the issues in the House.

Unprecedented stir by Delhi cops ends after assurances

Unprecedented stir by Delhi cops ends after assurances

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

The protests were triggered by the two attacks on their colleagues.

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'If Trump is out, Modi is going to find himself in a hotspot, having to reset his relations with the new US President with whom he will have to co-exist for well-nigh his full term,' notes B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Rs 77,146 cr bids for spectrum on Day 1

Rs 77,146 cr bids for spectrum on Day 1

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

India's first auction of spectrum in five years attracted Rs 77,146 crore of bids on the opening day on Monday with Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea participating in the bidding process - a response that the government said was better than expected. There were, however, no takers for spectrum in 700 MHz and 2500 MHz bands on the first day, and the auctions will continue and conclude on Tuesday. About 2,308.80 MHz of spectrum, that carry telecom signals, in seven bands worth nearly Rs 4 lakh crore at the reserve or start price, was offered for bidding in the auction that began on Monday. Communications Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said Rs 77,146 crore worth of spectrum was bid on the first day but there were no takers for the airwaves in the premium 700 MHz as also 2500 MHz bands.

Modi skips discussion on a controversial issue at Google

Modi skips discussion on a controversial issue at Google

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Digital India was the flavour of the PM's recent Silicon Valley visit.

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of President's Ram Nath Kovind's address to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament on the first of Budget Session 2022.

'EC suffering from crisis of credibility'

'EC suffering from crisis of credibility'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Sixty-six former bureaucrats in a letter to President Ram Nath Kovind said that the 'polling body's independence, fairness, impartiality and efficiency are perceived to be compromised today'.

Why Sardar Udham Is A MUST WATCH

Why Sardar Udham Is A MUST WATCH

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Sardar Udham sets a great standard which, Utkarsh Mishra believes, would be emulated by other film-makers who want to make movies of this genre.

Trai to seek call masking details from telecom operators

Trai to seek call masking details from telecom operators

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

The Supreme Court recently quashed a rule that mandated telecom operators to compensate consumers.

Vaccination, good behaviour may reduce/delay 3rd wave

Vaccination, good behaviour may reduce/delay 3rd wave

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

'If we vaccinate quickly, it could be pushed to January, February, and the longer it can be pushed, the smaller the wave is likely to be, because by that time vaccination will scale up.'

Mallya loses plea against extradition, has 14 days to appeal

Mallya loses plea against extradition, has 14 days to appeal

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Embattled liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya on Monday lost his high court appeal against his extradition order to India in relation to charges of fraud and money laundering amounting to an alleged Rs 9,000 crores.

Embraer aircraft deal: CBI quizzes middleman for receiving commission

Embraer aircraft deal: CBI quizzes middleman for receiving commission

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

The agency is probing the alleged payment of USD 5.70 million as commission to seal the deal, sources said.

India Inc's big vote of confidence for Modi

India Inc's big vote of confidence for Modi

Rediff.com29 Aug 2014

Sentiment has improved but no progress on GST & ending 'tax terrorism' disappoints.

KFA-IDBI case: ED files charge sheet against Mallya, others

KFA-IDBI case: ED files charge sheet against Mallya, others

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

The agency has stated in detail in the charge sheet how funds of about Rs 400 crore were moved abroad in alleged violation of rules.

Judge Loya verdict: 5 strong remarks by Supreme Court

Judge Loya verdict: 5 strong remarks by Supreme Court

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

The SC said the petitions were a 'serious attempt to scandalise and obstruct the course of justice'.

Trump's visit: How will China react?

Trump's visit: How will China react?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

'While many Chinese policy makers dismiss the political, economic and technological component of US-India relations, they express caution on the defence-related ties which also happens to be a major driver in US-India relations,' explains China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

Air India continues to sink, when will the govt wake up?

Air India continues to sink, when will the govt wake up?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

The Union government has no 'Buy India' policy, but has a 'Buy Air India' policy.

Day 2: Mallya's team gets ready for counter-arguments

Day 2: Mallya's team gets ready for counter-arguments

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The next phase is when factors such as prison conditions in India are likely to take centre-stage.

Why America hates Iran

Why America hates Iran

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

India should do what we can to ensure that our two friends do not get into a confrontation that is meaningless and ultimately damaging to everyone including us.

'Espionage is very organised'

'Espionage is very organised'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2003

Legislators cannot be debarred from practising as advocates: SC

Legislators cannot be debarred from practising as advocates: SC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

The apex court said that although the legislators are deemed to be public servants, their status is unique and certainly not one of a full-time salaried employee of any person, government, firm, corporation or concern as such.

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

'What do they gain by getting rid of 2 MPs?'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

'The nominations were not meant to last permanently, but depended on the government of the day.' 'There was no question of revoking it during Congress, Janata Dal or even Vajpayee's NDA rule.' 'But Modi is different.'

Prez censures Delhi violence; says govt vigilant amid LAC standoff

Prez censures Delhi violence; says govt vigilant amid LAC standoff

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday strongly defended the three new agri laws saying their benefits have begun reaching 10 crore small farmers instantly, and condemned as 'very unfortunate' the Republic Day violence and 'dishonour' to the tricolour during the tractor parade by the protesting farm unions in New Delhi.

Why DGCA is upset with SpiceJet

Why DGCA is upset with SpiceJet

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

DGCA was irked by was a video on social media that showed passengers dancing on board a midair flight. The regulator has summoned the airline officials seeking an explanation.

Mamata transfers police officers for following EC's orders

Mamata transfers police officers for following EC's orders

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Several police officers who followed the Election Commission's orders during the recent West Bengal assembly polls get punishment transfers. Payal Mohanka reports.

'It is a badle ki sarkar'

'It is a badle ki sarkar'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

'If somebody in your family listens more to your neighbour than you, then doesn't the fault lie with you also? This is what is happening in Kashmir.'

Update available: How your digital wallet is becoming safer after demonetization

Update available: How your digital wallet is becoming safer after demonetization

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

With the use of e-wallets gaining momentum after the note ban, e-wallet service providers have doubled down on developing new security features in their apps. Sharath Chowdary reports.