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How to retire RICH: Tips for beginners

How to retire RICH: Tips for beginners

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

G Murlidhar, MD and CEO, Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company explains how to make smart financial decisions for better gains.

US varsity returns $3 million grant; claims donors were 'Hindu right-wingers'

US varsity returns $3 million grant; claims donors were 'Hindu right-wingers'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

A top US university is "walking away" from the $3 million grants it received to establish endowed chairs in India studies after alleged that the donors had "extreme right-wing notions".

Jaitley in US, CII biz delegation follows

Jaitley in US, CII biz delegation follows

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

The CII delegation includes many eminent names.

Would love to help: Trump on India-China border row

Would love to help: Trump on India-China border row

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

The US president's remarks in this regard come days after senior Indian and Chinese military commanders held talks aimed at resolving the months-long standoff along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh. The two countries agreed to stop sending more troops to their disputed border in the Himalayas.

Mauritius' plans to exit 'grey list' hits COVID roadblock

Mauritius' plans to exit 'grey list' hits COVID roadblock

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

The country was, in February, put on the list of jurisdictions that require increased monitoring. These are done to counter money-laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing in a more efficient manner.

K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June

K'taka seeks Centre's nod to reopen places of worship from 1 June

Rediff.com27 May 2020

The standard operating procedure is likely to be put in place, that needs to be followed at temples once opened for public.

India to attract huge global funds

India to attract huge global funds

Rediff.com20 Feb 2008

India is set to attract huge amount of inflows from global pension and endowment funds as the World Bank's private equity arm International Finance Corporation on Tuesday appointed Mercer, the world's largest fund adviser, to conduct an in-depth study on the Indian corporate sector.

Mohanlal: An Emperor Defeated By Love

Mohanlal: An Emperor Defeated By Love

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

'Once Mohanlal's ever-swelling entourage grasped his enormous worth, once it realized that the innate Mohanlal appeal could be profited from, it set about to exploit, to make uproars, to create the Mohanlal brand.' 'And he wasn't meant to be a brand. He was meant to be an artist, a tireless explorer of the unique seas inside him,' asserts Sreehari Nair.

How do whole life insurance policies work?

How do whole life insurance policies work?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Deciding whether a whole life insurance plan is a smart option or not hinges on the financial situation of the insurance buyer

2 BJP ministers in AP government submit resignation

2 BJP ministers in AP government submit resignation

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

The action came hours after Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu asked the TDP ministers to resign from the Union Cabinet.

'Modi govt ushers in positive vibes in the Indian economy'

'Modi govt ushers in positive vibes in the Indian economy'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

The delegation of Indian CEOs from Confederation of Indian Industry highlighted the growing sense of optimism in India following the recent election results.

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Under Kohli, playing cricket will now be about winning, not avoiding defeat. India will not just be liked or admired -- it will be respected and feared. A country whose stars were labeled 'talented' or 'elegant' or 'inconsistent' now finds itself with a captain who is professional, tough, and combative, the embodiment of athleticism, aggression, and ambition. A fascinating glimpse from Pride, Prejudice And Punditry: The Essential Shashi Tharoor.

Govt orders Twitter to ban handles suggesting 'farmer genocide'

Govt orders Twitter to ban handles suggesting 'farmer genocide'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The government on Wednesday ordered Twitter to immediately take down handles and hashtags that suggested a farmer genocide was being planned, saying such misinformation and inflammatory content will incite passion, and impact public order.

'The world needs to make Russia pay'

'The world needs to make Russia pay'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

'The MH17 incident will hurt Russia morally, legally and strategically.' 'Putin is a very good tactician, but he has isolated Russia.'

Yoga assumes importance during corona crisis: PM

Yoga assumes importance during corona crisis: PM

Rediff.com31 May 2020

In his monthly "Mann ki Baat" radio address, the prime minister also urged people to participate in an online yoga competition being organised by the ayush ministry.

BJP Losing Ground To DMK

BJP Losing Ground To DMK

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

It is increasingly clear that for the BJP to try and establish itself as an electoral force in Tamil Nadu, the party has to come out of the old Brahminical mould, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Is Stalin eyeing Modi's job?

Is Stalin eyeing Modi's job?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

Stalin, like his father M Karunanidhi did in 2004, may play the king-maker in a way -- not the king, unless the 2024 post-poll circumstances throws up a situation where he alone becomes acceptable to the rest, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Under Stalin agriculture, environment get a new name; non-resident Tamils a new ministry

Under Stalin agriculture, environment get a new name; non-resident Tamils a new ministry

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Governor Banwarilal Purohit administered the oath of office and secrecy to 68-year old Stalin, for whom this would be the first stint as CM

How GST will impact your insurance premium

How GST will impact your insurance premium

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

It's an undeniable fact that after enactment of GST, buying insurance will become a little expensive impacting your term plans, health plans and motor insurance plans the most. But you should not ignore the importance of insuring your life, health, vehicle, says Harjot Singh Narula

PE score in November: 56 deals & $2.9 billion investment

PE score in November: 56 deals & $2.9 billion investment

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

All major sectors -- real estate, e-commerce, IT, retail and consumer products, healthcare -- saw new all-time highs in value invested.

Should young couples invest in child insurance?

Should young couples invest in child insurance?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

There is no reason for a child with no dependents to have insurance because insurance is put in place to provide for the child in the event of a parent's untimely death and not the other way around, says Amar Pandit.

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

FATWA FACTORY: No Mars trip, suicide or Yoga!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Let's take a look at some controversial fatwas.

What financial gifts can you give your kids?

What financial gifts can you give your kids?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Jimmy Patel, MD & CEO, Quantum Mutual Fund, suggests some valuable financial gifts for your children.

N/Core to support 30 nonprofit startups

N/Core to support 30 nonprofit startups

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The initiative deepens N/Core's multi-year partnership with tech giant Cisco, which has participated in the fund along with Ford Foundation and IRB Infrastructure.

India's Cairn and Unable Moment

India's Cairn and Unable Moment

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The Indian State does not believe in the rule of law. It does not even recognise the need to follow treaties that it itself signed. And so it is refusing to shell out to Cairn; and, as a consequence, has brought on the Paris humiliation, notes Mihir S Sharma.

Amma everything for them! Jayalalithaa's bhakts celebrate her 68th birthday

Amma everything for them! Jayalalithaa's bhakts celebrate her 68th birthday

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general secretary and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on Wednesday turned 68, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeting the leader on her birthday.

IBC: 'Defaulters' paradise is lost'

IBC: 'Defaulters' paradise is lost'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code cleans up non-performing assets and puts companies in capable and credible hands.'

Suit challenges Aug 15, 1947 status quo for places of worship

Suit challenges Aug 15, 1947 status quo for places of worship

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

A Hindu body has moved the Supreme Court challenging a provision in the 1991 law that provides for maintaining the "religious character" of holy structures as it existed on August 15, 1947, in a bid to open the litigation route to reclaim disputed religious sites other than the Ram Janambhoomi in Ayodhya. The petition, which has challenged Section 4 of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, assumes significance in the case of Kashi and Mathura, where two disputed mosques stand.

Biden appoints an all-women communications team

Biden appoints an all-women communications team

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

US President-elect Biden has a history of advocating on behalf of women in the US and around the world and the new team announcement is a continuation of that work.

'Border crisis shows China has little respect for India'

'Border crisis shows China has little respect for India'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'The unfortunate truth is that China, having exploited the initiative to seize pieces of India's claimed territory, can now hold on to its new acquisitions forever unless India chooses to eject Chinese troops by force or decides to impose tit-for-tat costs on China by symmetrically occupying other pockets in disputed territory where it possesses a tactical advantage'

Foreign money floods big telecom operators

Foreign money floods big telecom operators

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Doha-based Qatar Foundation Endowment has bought five per cent stake for $1.18 billion in Bharti Airtel.

Miffed AP ministers seek Chiranjeevi's candidature for next CM

Miffed AP ministers seek Chiranjeevi's candidature for next CM

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Andhra Pradesh ministers, incensed with Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy, are now seeking to prop up Union Minister of State for Tourism K Chiranjeevi as the Congress' chief ministerial candidate in the 2014 elections, sources said.

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Modi is seen as exceptional not only on account of his acts but also owing to his style. He appears to sacrifice his life for the people -- like a fakir, a figure he came to epitomize even more in 2020 by growing a long white beard. Charisma is above accountability, and Modi has grasped these dynamics.

Indra Nooyi becomes 'most generous graduate' of Yale

Indra Nooyi becomes 'most generous graduate' of Yale

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

Indra Nooyi joins several prominent persons of Indian-origin who have donated generously to US universities.

Widening gap betwen Indonesia's rich and poor

Widening gap betwen Indonesia's rich and poor

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

Indonesia is an archipelago comprising 17,508 islands.

Provided 'strong support' to India during LAC standoff: US

Provided 'strong support' to India during LAC standoff: US

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'The crisis has strengthened America's resolve to work towards building its relationship with India as a bulwark against Chinese aggression'

How to secure your family's financial future

How to secure your family's financial future

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Use whole life term policies for legacy planning. By doing so, your annual outgo will come down and returns will improve, suggest Chirag Madia and Tinesh Bhasin.

Understanding life insurance

Understanding life insurance

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

A dummy's guide to what insurance is all about

Some truth in Cobrapost expose, will take action: Subbarao

Some truth in Cobrapost expose, will take action: Subbarao

Rediff.com31 May 2013

RBI had launched the investigation into the working of banks following the expose which showed some bankers giving suggestions to customers on ways to bypass regulatory norms.

Theory of 'son-of-soil' unconstitutional, says Katju

Theory of 'son-of-soil' unconstitutional, says Katju

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Press Council of India Chairman Markandey Katju on Tuesday credited the country's progress to its secular and diversified system which unified people of different religions, languages and cultures.