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FDI key to India's dream to be a $5 trn economy: Deloitte CEO

FDI key to India's dream to be a $5 trn economy: Deloitte CEO

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is critically important for India to become a $5 trillion economy, Deloitte CEO Punit Renjen said while noting that over two-fifths of the 1,200 business leaders surveyed in the US, UK, Japan and Singapore are planning additional or first-time investments in India. Referring to the survey, he said India continues to be "one of the most attractive" FDI destinations. "Despite the COVID-19 destruction, inflows hit a record high last year. "Business leaders, whom Deloitte surveyed, are preparing to make additional and first-time investments in India," Renjen said.

Facebook, Saregama ink global licensing deal

Facebook, Saregama ink global licensing deal

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

This partnership will allow users to choose from a wide variety of music to add to their social experiences such as videos, stories via music stickers and other creative content.

Urmila Matondkar's 5 FINEST Performances

Urmila Matondkar's 5 FINEST Performances

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

In a career spanning 30 years, Urmila Mantodkar has played everything from a killer to a stalker to a rape survivor.

'I miss the Diwali smells at home'

'I miss the Diwali smells at home'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

'Diwali will be meaningful only when we eradicate the darkness in our hearts.'

Quiz: Who was the original choice for Asha Parekh's role in Kati Patang?

Quiz: Who was the original choice for Asha Parekh's role in Kati Patang?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

'Will hasten 3rd wave': HC on Covid norms violations

'Will hasten 3rd wave': HC on Covid norms violations

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

"We have paid a huge price in the second wave. We don't know if there is any household which has not suffered in the second wave, closely or remotely," the bench observed.

When Madhuri produces a film...

When Madhuri produces a film...

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

Madhuri Dixit's first Marathi production 15 August will soon be streamed on Netflix.

Unable to pay hospital bill, parents sell newborn to childless couple

Unable to pay hospital bill, parents sell newborn to childless couple

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

The couple who allegedly bought the infant have been identified and the child will be rescued.

5 days before TN poll, Phalke Award for Rajini

5 days before TN poll, Phalke Award for Rajini

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Rajinikanth is the third cinema personality after the late thespian Sivaji Ganesan and the late director K Balachander, also Rajinikanth's mentor, to have been chosen for the award from Tamil Nadu.

India administered 1 million doses of Covid vaccine in 6 days: Govt

India administered 1 million doses of Covid vaccine in 6 days: Govt

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

India took only six days to administer one million COVID-19 vaccine doses, a count which is higher than that of countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, the Union Health Ministry said on Sunday as the number of beneficiaries who have received the anti-coronavirus shots inched close to 16 lakh.

5 Unforgettable Shankar-Jaikishan Songs

5 Unforgettable Shankar-Jaikishan Songs

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

As we mark the 34th death anniversary of Shankar -- of the legendary Shankar-Jaikishan duo -- Subhash K Jha selects five evergreen songs from their greatest hits.

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

'There is so much division in the country. People are getting more and more into 'Main Hindu hoon woh Mussalmaan hai'.' 'This climate of suspicion and hostility must stop,' The Legend, 92 today, tells Subhash K Jha in an exclusive interview.

Bengal govt seeks list of medics for COVID-19 vaccination

Bengal govt seeks list of medics for COVID-19 vaccination

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

All medical establishments like medical colleges (allopathic, homoeopathic and AYUSH), health centres, private healthcare units and polyclinics have been asked to send the list of workers, the senior official of the Health department told PTI.

'Shammi Aunty taught me how to laugh out'

'Shammi Aunty taught me how to laugh out'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

'The laughter stopped when Shammi was about 80.' 'The last eight-nine years of Shammi Aunty's life were miserable.'

HC protects Bengali actress from privacy invasion

HC protects Bengali actress from privacy invasion

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Right to privacy includes right to be forgotten and to be left alone, the Delhi High Court has said while directing various online platforms including YouTube to remove certain objectionable videos and audio clips of a Bengali actress.

Bollywood says goodbye to Shabana's mum Shaukat Kaifi

Bollywood says goodbye to Shabana's mum Shaukat Kaifi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

The distinguished actress Shaukat Kaifi, mother to Shabana and Baba Azmi, passed away on September 22.

'Pakistan doesn't understand Aman ki Asha; it stabs us in the back'

'Pakistan doesn't understand Aman ki Asha; it stabs us in the back'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

'By pursuing this case, Captain Saurabh Kalia and the five soldiers will not come back to us, but this is the least I can do as a humble citizen of India to honour Indian soldiers,' says Dr N K Kalia on his struggle for justice for his son who was brutally tortured, killed and mutilated by the Pakistan army in the Kargil war.

PIX: Group Captain Tendulkar attends 87th IAF Day parade

PIX: Group Captain Tendulkar attends 87th IAF Day parade

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

Taking to Twitter, Tendulkar thanked the Indian soldiers for their services.

How Bappi Lahiri Created Disco Magic

How Bappi Lahiri Created Disco Magic

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

'40 years later, the world is still singing I Am A Disco Dancer.'

My daughter has got justice, says Nirbhaya's mother

My daughter has got justice, says Nirbhaya's mother

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

"January 22 will be a big day for us," Nirbhaya's mother said.

Four states report 14 new Omicron cases, India tally rises to 87

Four states report 14 new Omicron cases, India tally rises to 87

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

While Karnataka reported five new cases, Delhi and Telangana reported four each, and Gujarat reported one fresh case of the Omicron variant.

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.

Shraddha's celebrating... and no, it's not for Stree

Shraddha's celebrating... and no, it's not for Stree

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle also joins in.

Bollywood celebrates Maa!

Bollywood celebrates Maa!

Rediff.com10 May 2021

'There is nothing your mama can't fix!'

The BEST of Bappi Lahiri

The BEST of Bappi Lahiri

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Bappi 'Bebaak' Lahiri, you will be deeply missed.

HC refuses to stay order asking IMA chief not to 'propagate religion'

HC refuses to stay order asking IMA chief not to 'propagate religion'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

The Delhi high court on Monday refused to stay an order of a trial court directing Indian Medical Association (IMA) president J A Jayalal not to use the organisation's platform to propagate any religion and cautioning him that loose comments cannot be expected from a person chairing the responsible post.

When Birju Maharaj Created Movie Magic

When Birju Maharaj Created Movie Magic

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

During the lunch or tea breaks, Maharajji, Manikda, Amjad Khan and I often sat together as Maharajji sang old compositions or recited some bols. Amjad Khan had a great music sense and sang very well.

Encephalitis toll down due to Govt's efforts: Vardhan

Encephalitis toll down due to Govt's efforts: Vardhan

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Vardhan said the 15-member central team of doctors and para-medics will be replaced by a team with similar strength for further 10 days, ensuring continuity of care of admitted cases.

Bollywood's Amazing WINTER FASHION

Bollywood's Amazing WINTER FASHION

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Be it scenic Kashmir or majestic Swiss Alps, Bollywood's trendsetting winter wear is the A to Z of style and snug. Sukanya Verma looks at its winter fashion over the years.

What are Sonali, Sussanne and Gayatri celebrating?

What are Sonali, Sussanne and Gayatri celebrating?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

From B-town beauties to entrepreneurs, everyone seems to be in awe of Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla.

With 14,256 fresh cases, India's COVID-19 tally climbs to 1,06,39,684

With 14,256 fresh cases, India's COVID-19 tally climbs to 1,06,39,684

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

The COVID-19 case fatality rate stood at 1.44 per cent.

The Magic of Raamlaxman

The Magic of Raamlaxman

Rediff.com24 May 2021

'What Raamlaxmanji did with Sooraj Barjatyaji in Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun was beyond a miracle.'

Centre releases 2nd tranche of Rs 890 cr Covid pkg

Centre releases 2nd tranche of Rs 890 cr Covid pkg

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

The amount of financial assistance to each state and Union Territories is based on their COVID-19 caseload.

Saluting SPB: The Voice of Joy and Soul

Saluting SPB: The Voice of Joy and Soul

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

S P Balasubrahmanyam sang songs about life and loss with enough soul to break your heart, notes Sukanya Verma.

Rajya Sabha passes bill to punish those attacking medics

Rajya Sabha passes bill to punish those attacking medics

Rediff.com19 Sep 2020

The Bill was supported by the members across party lines, however, some suggested to add in its purview hospital sanitary staff, ASHA (accredited social health activist) workers and 'Corona warriors' in emergency services such as police and personnel from other departments.

Omicron threat: PM to hold meet, states enhance surveillance

Omicron threat: PM to hold meet, states enhance surveillance

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

With the Omicron variant of coronavirus slowly spreading its tentacles in the country, a number of states enhanced surveillance to trace, track and quarantine contacts of COVID-19 positive persons while Delhi began genome sequencing of samples of all infected people and has prohibited Christmas and New Year gatherings.

Raina demands probe into violent attack on family

Raina demands probe into violent attack on family

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Suresh Raina, who pulled out of the IPL citing personal reasons, on Tuesday demanded a thorough probe into the violent attack on his aunt's family in Punjab, in which his uncle and cousin lost their lives.

Third Wave: Bigger Threat in Rural India

Third Wave: Bigger Threat in Rural India

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'The roadmap ahead seems very difficult especially in the rural areas where there is very poor infrastructure, vaccine reach and hesitancy.' 'These are a deadly cocktail for the next wave.'

When the iPhone X met Ittefaq's Abhay Chopra

When the iPhone X met Ittefaq's Abhay Chopra

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Guess what Ittefaq's debutant director Abhay Chopra planned to do with his iPhone X?

Chants of Jai Hind, cries of the beloved: Manipur martyrs cremated

Chants of Jai Hind, cries of the beloved: Manipur martyrs cremated

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Cries of 'Jai Hind' rent the air as a large number of people bid a final adieu to Colonel Viplav Tripathi, his wife and five-year-old son, who were killed in a terrorist attack in Manipur two days ago, in their hometown Raigarh in Chhattisgarh on Monday.