News for 'development programme'

Modi labels JMM-Cong alliance as 'Gushpaithiya Bandhan'

Modi labels JMM-Cong alliance as 'Gushpaithiya Bandhan'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Modi accused the JMM, Congress and RJD of using Bangladeshi infiltrators for "vote bank politics," facilitating their settlement in Jharkhand, which is a threat to the state's social structure.

India's Olympic dream: Mandaviya eyes Top 5 spot by 2047

India's Olympic dream: Mandaviya eyes Top 5 spot by 2047

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday said target has been set to position India among the top five Olympics medal-winning countries by 2047, when it celebrates the centenary of its independence.

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Ustad Zakir Hussain's story will be told in a thousand ways by each person who met him, loved him, spent time with him, got to know him and shared some precious time off stage with him, says Maanveer Singh.

'Quad is here to stay': Modi's message to China at Leaders' Summit

'Quad is here to stay': Modi's message to China at Leaders' Summit

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that the Quad is not against anyone, but for a rules-based international order and respect for sovereignty, in a veiled reference to China.

Nibe shoots for the stars with satellite constellation

Nibe shoots for the stars with satellite constellation

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Nibe Space (NSPL), a subsidiary of Nibe, announced its vision to establish India's first multi-sensor, all-weather, high-revisit Earth observation satellite constellation. Aiming to strengthen India's self-reliance in the strategically crucial defence-space sector, NSPL signed memoranda of agreement with Indian and global partners, including Larsen & Toubro, Centum, AgniKul, Skyroot Aerospace, SpaceFields, SISIR Radar, CYRAN AI Solutions, and Thales Alenia Space as a technology partner.

NIIT, IIM-C tie up for executive programmes

NIIT, IIM-C tie up for executive programmes

Rediff.com22 Aug 2006

Software and training organisation NIIT Ltd has tied up with one of country's leading business school, Indian Institute of Management-Calcutta to offer 'Executive Development' programmes through virtual classrooms.

Budget 2024: Sitharaman unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Budget 2024: Sitharaman unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget proposals lay out a comprehensive road map for transforming India into a developed nation, focusing on key priorities that aim to generate ample opportunities for all citizens in "Viksit Bharat". It sets the stage for sustained economic growth, social development, and technological advancement.

Union Budget 2024-25: MSMEs bat for Rs 5,000 crore export booster

Union Budget 2024-25: MSMEs bat for Rs 5,000 crore export booster

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

India SME Forum, an organisation for small and medium businesses, has called for creating a dedicated fund of Rs 5000 crore for the export capacity development, promotion, and marketing of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in its Budget recommendation. The forum for MSMEs with over 98,000 members said that to enhance India's global competitiveness and increase its market share in global exports, it was "crucial to increase the number of active exporters and enable at least 3-4 lakh first-time micro, small, and medium exporters while supporting them in promoting Indian products globally."

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, suspends visa services in Agartala

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, suspends visa services in Agartala

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Tripura's capital Agartala on Tuesday announced the suspension of all visa and consular services with immediate effect until further notice because of 'security reasons', a day after the mission's premises was breached by a group of people protesting against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Dhaka.

Batenge toh katenge...: Yogi amid B'desh unrest

Batenge toh katenge...: Yogi amid B'desh unrest

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Addressing the gathering at the programme in Agra, Adityanath said, "There can be nothing bigger than the nation, and when will a nation be strong, when we are united and good."

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.' 'And this time to prove this point the RSS has prepared to help BJP win this election with all its might.'

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The three high-flying objects which were shot down over the American and Canadian airspace this month were not related to the Chinese balloon programme, but most likely tied to private companies, recreation, or research institutions, United States President Joe Biden said Thursday.

India's record on developing its human capital

India's record on developing its human capital

Rediff.com1 Dec 2007

The United Nations Development Programme has just put out its latest Human Development Report, containing the human development index (HDI) for 177 countries, with the data being for 2005. India ranks 128th (with an index of 0.619), which is a notch down from the 127th rank that it used to occupy.

Money Courses To Help Earn Up To Rs 2 Cr

Money Courses To Help Earn Up To Rs 2 Cr

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Pratham Barot, CEO and co-founder, Zell Education, explains how specialised courses in finance can help you earn a cushy six-figure salary.

Tata Motors and JLR to develop engines, vehicles

Tata Motors and JLR to develop engines, vehicles

Rediff.com12 Jul 2010

Tata Motors, however, did not elaborate on the various programmes that have been initiated with JLR and other subsidiaries.

29 events in 12 states in 10 days: Modi's blitzkrieg ahead of LS poll

29 events in 12 states in 10 days: Modi's blitzkrieg ahead of LS poll

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The prime minister has been unveiling a slew of development projects running into lakhs of crores of rupees at various places as he turns the spotlight on his government's development and welfare agenda in the run-up to the general elections expected to be held in April-May.

'Trump Is More Unpredictable'

'Trump Is More Unpredictable'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'The policies announced by his administration are implemented faster.'

NYT hails India's space programme as 'counterweight' to China

NYT hails India's space programme as 'counterweight' to China

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Lauding India's ambitious space programme, The New York Times has said the country, currently witnessing an 'explosive' growth in space-tech start-ups, is set to 'transform the planet's connection to the final frontier' and can emerge as a 'counterweight' to China.

'Adani Wasn't There At Meeting'

'Adani Wasn't There At Meeting'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'That was my mistake.' 'Gautam Adani was not involved in forming the Maharashtra government.' 'Adani was not there in the meeting.' 'The meeting was at his guest house and we were sitting in his guest house.'

Mohanlal quits as AMMA chief amid #MeToo storm in Mollywood

Mohanlal quits as AMMA chief amid #MeToo storm in Mollywood

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The new administrative panel would be elected within two months after convening a general body meeting, it said.

Govt aims to provide 1 crore internship over 5 years

Govt aims to provide 1 crore internship over 5 years

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

The government on Thursday rolled out the internship programme on a pilot basis that will provide a total annual financial assistance of Rs 66,000 to those in the age group of 21-24 years, and aim to cover one crore youth over five years.

Tatas to build Rs 650 cr museum of temples in Ayodhya

Tatas to build Rs 650 cr museum of temples in Ayodhya

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Sharing details about the decision, tourism minister Jaivir Singh said the tourism department would provide the company land for the international-level museum on a 90-year lease for a token amount of Re 1.

Jolt to JMM as Shibu Soren's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Jolt to JMM as Shibu Soren's daughter-in-law joins BJP

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Sita lamented and said she was feeling neglected and reluctantly decided to tender her resignation from the primary membership of the party.

Govt constitutes GoM to roll out J-K development plans

Govt constitutes GoM to roll out J-K development plans

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

The GoM will suggest various development, economic and social steps to be taken for the two UTs which will come into existence on October 31, sources said.

Sidda under fire as viral video shows son giving instructions

Sidda under fire as viral video shows son giving instructions

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Siddaramaiah even said that he would retire from politics if even one instance is presented with proof that he had made money by transferring officials.

India may pip US as largest GitHub base soon: Nadella

India may pip US as largest GitHub base soon: Nadella

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

India is expected to overtake the US as the largest developer community on GitHub by 2027, Microsoft chairman and chief executive officer Satya Nadella said during his address to 1,100 developers and technology leaders at the Microsoft AI Tour in Bengaluru on Thursday. India is the fastest-growing market on GitHub, a Microsoft-owned software development platform, with 13.2 million developers using it.

Meet Maharashtra's Wealthiest Candidate

Meet Maharashtra's Wealthiest Candidate

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'When honest, wealthy people come forward to serve India, people should feel proud and welcome them.'

'Electoral Bonds Not To Affect Lok Sabha Polls'

'Electoral Bonds Not To Affect Lok Sabha Polls'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

'Election funding needs a little more transparency.'

Modi unveils projects worth Rs 15,000 crore in West Bengal

Modi unveils projects worth Rs 15,000 crore in West Bengal

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled development projects worth Rs 15,000 crore in West Bengal on Saturday. The prime minister unveiled the projects at an official function in Krishnanagar in Nadia district. Addressing the programme, he said these initiatives were aimed at making West Bengal a developed state.

St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

On Monday, the DU released the list of allocations for Christian candidates in minority colleges, including Jesus and Mary College.

India 127th in Human Development Index

India 127th in Human Development Index

Rediff.com15 Jul 2004

India's rank in terms of Human Development Index (HDI) stood unchanged at 127 during 2002, with per capita income coming down but literacy rate improving slightly, the United Nations Development Programme said in its report on Thursday.

'Who Does Not Want To Be Prime Minister?'

'Who Does Not Want To Be Prime Minister?'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

'We are going to need more technical people in government.' 'You can't expect a generalist to understand the complicated world of financial engineering.' 'I regret to say that most of our politicians have no competence to deal with these things. Nor is there a willingness to learn.'

What You Can Now Expect Every Election

What You Can Now Expect Every Election

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

A freebie once granted can hardly be discontinued. All that can happen is to substitute it with a bigger freebie, notes A K Bhattacharya.

e-Shram may open door to govt benefits for workers

e-Shram may open door to govt benefits for workers

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led central government will use the unorganised workers database - e-Shram portal - to provide the benefits of various government programmes to the nearly 300 million workers over the next five years, if it is voted to power for the third consecutive term in the upcoming general elections. "We have registered unorganised workers on the e-Shram platform. "We will reach out to the e-Shram registered 'shramik bandhu' and help them avail the benefits of various government programmes that they are eligible for," the manifesto of the party read.

Budget 2024: Wishlist of the pharma industry

Budget 2024: Wishlist of the pharma industry

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

There is a need to incentivise R&D investments, offer corporate tax concessions and establish an effective intellectual property rights regime in order to push the growth of domestic pharmaceutical industry, as per the industry bodies. Outlining the sector's wish list for the upcoming Union Budget, Organisation of Pharmaceutical Producers of India (OPPI) Director General Anil Matai urged the government to explore methods to incentivise R&D investments, such as deductions on R&D expenses, research-linked incentives for MNCs, and corporate tax concessions.

'Indian On Moon By 2040'

'Indian On Moon By 2040'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Our vision for the future includes the creation of an active ecosystem, human space flight, a human space station.'

Family: A befitting tribute to Hiraben would be...

Family: A befitting tribute to Hiraben would be...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

"We thank everyone for their prayers in these tough times. It is our humble request to everyone to keep the departed soul in their thoughts and continue with their pre-decided schedule and commitments. That would be a befitting tribute to Hiraba," family sources said.

Have You Heard Of Crotonville?

Have You Heard Of Crotonville?

Rediff.com9 May 2024

The top-notch faculty at Crotonville, including Noel Tichy, Ram Charan, Vijay Govindarajan, along with GE's top leaders Jack Welch, Gary Reiner, Bill Conaty, Jeffrey Immelt and Susan Peters, together delivered sought-after programmes on leadership to generations of early-stage leaders, mid-tier and senior managers from all over the world, recounts Indrajit Gupta.

Tata's Rs 27K-cr Assam chip plant to start in 2025; create 27K jobs initially

Tata's Rs 27K-cr Assam chip plant to start in 2025; create 27K jobs initially

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Tata Electronics on Saturday began the construction of its Rs 27,000-crore chip assembly plant in Assam, which is expected to become operational next year and create 27,000 jobs initially. The plant will produce 4.83 crore chips per day using indigenously-developed technologies. The plant's Bhumi Pujan (foundation stone laying) ceremony was held at the project site at Jagiroad in Morigaon district in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran.

Have Indian regulators made the system more transparent?

Have Indian regulators made the system more transparent?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday commended Indian financial sector regulators for doing a "world-class job" and bringing greater transparency into the system. Underlining that she is not against questioning or critiquing regulators, Sitharaman said there is a need to be "extremely conscious" about contributions made by them as well. Speaking at the Financial Express Best Banks Awards, the finance minister said, "I strongly recommend that facts are taken on board before we discuss anything to do with the regulators, strictly speaking."