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Fed officials lay case for December liftoff

Fed officials lay case for December liftoff

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The US dollar has risen about 15 per cent since mid-2015.

True or false? Stocks make the most money in long term

True or false? Stocks make the most money in long term

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

It is difficult to answer this question in yes or no. Here's Dwaipayan Bose's thorough analyses

ULIPs vs MFs: Where should you invest?

ULIPs vs MFs: Where should you invest?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

While there's tax arbitrage advantage in ULIPs now, experts say investors should prefer mutual funds for long-term savings.

'EVMs are the most credible system available'

'EVMs are the most credible system available'

Rediff.com31 May 2018

'I know most of the politicians in this country and I know how fair-weather friends they can be.' 'If they get defeated in elections, they will blame it upon something that cannot respond to their allegations like the EVMs.'

Bear market can be prolonged but investors needn't worry

Bear market can be prolonged but investors needn't worry

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

The new series claims GDP grew at seven per cent between April and June 2015, while gross value added (GVA) grew at 7.1 per cent.

NGOs vulnerable to terror funding, money laundering: MHA

NGOs vulnerable to terror funding, money laundering: MHA

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

The column marked 'miscellaneous' in statements of accounts of Non-Governmental Organisations who receive foreign funds is turning out to be a headache for the Indian authorities. Vicky Nanjappa tells you why

Why India needs the Akash missile

Why India needs the Akash missile

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

Ordering more Akash systems is essential for the Indian defence industry.

Pakistan's role in 26/11: Explosive revelations by Pak officer who headed probe

Pakistan's role in 26/11: Explosive revelations by Pak officer who headed probe

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

Almost every claim made by India about Pakistan's role in the 2008 Mumbai attacks has been backed by investigator, who probed the case in Islamabad.

Tax evaders beware! Officials will reach your doorstep soon

Tax evaders beware! Officials will reach your doorstep soon

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Those evading taxes could soon find tax officials at their doorstep, with a rather insightful account of their big purchases.

Saradha probe suggests Rs 2,500 cr-scam just tip of iceberg

Saradha probe suggests Rs 2,500 cr-scam just tip of iceberg

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

As a multi-agency probe continues in Saradha scam, findings of one official investigation suggests that the group floated at least 279 companies to channelise money collected from gullible investors as part of a vast 'ponzi' network.

Lessons from India's 'brightest investment minds'

Lessons from India's 'brightest investment minds'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

'Indians are great savers, but they are lousy investors.'

China overtakes India on m-cap to GDP ratio

China overtakes India on m-cap to GDP ratio

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

China now world's second largest share market, India is 7th

Markets end near 1-month high; Sensex reclaims 26,000

Markets end near 1-month high; Sensex reclaims 26,000

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

Investors will remain cautious ahead of F&O expiry.

Are markets ripe for a steep correction?

Are markets ripe for a steep correction?

Rediff.com3 May 2017

Number of stocks trading above 50 times and 100 times earnings are at record highs. When this happened in 2015 and 2016, the Sensex fell 22.6 per cent in a little over a year's time after peaking in January 2015, while it fell by 11.3 per cent in two months from its peak in September 2016.

'Over time, Rahul seems to have changed'

'Over time, Rahul seems to have changed'

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'It is the regional parties and their leaders who are the ones we have to watch.'

Has Royal Enfield hit a winner with the Interceptor 650?

Has Royal Enfield hit a winner with the Interceptor 650?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Does a big multi-cylinder motorcycle need to be expensive? Royal Enfield does not think so, says Jehan Adil Darukhanawala.

How life insurance companies get celebrities on a small budget

How life insurance companies get celebrities on a small budget

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

Life insurance companies are balancing the increasing use of celebrity endorsers by limiting the association to short, event-led campaigns.

Raymond and the many shades of its 'complete man'

Raymond and the many shades of its 'complete man'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

Raymond was one of the first to start organised apparel retail in India.

2,315 mutual fund schemes: How to pick the best

2,315 mutual fund schemes: How to pick the best

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

How do you pick a mutual fund scheme that suits your needs?

5 reasons why Modi is India's most successful CEO

5 reasons why Modi is India's most successful CEO

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

'A CEO is successful if he is able to retain the confidence of his shareholders. And the shareholders of India Inc have backed their prime minister-CEO to the hilt,' says Sudhir Bisht.

'Terrorism should not be branded Hindu or Muslim'

'Terrorism should not be branded Hindu or Muslim'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

'They have the same pet peeves, the same ruse, the same beliefs, the same justifications.' 'All terrorists thrive on the premise that by perpetuating violence and bloodshed on innocents, they are justifying the injustices done to their community.'

'Reforms to transform India is a marathon, not a sprint'

'Reforms to transform India is a marathon, not a sprint'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

'India is doing better than when we took office 17 months ago'.

Telangana bill woes worsen for the UPA govt

Telangana bill woes worsen for the UPA govt

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Time is running out for a hapless UPA govt over the Telangana bill, and the latest observation by the Rajya Sabha secretariat -- that the bill has financial implications and so must be introduced and passed in the Lok Sabha first -- has only worsened the crisis for the ruling alliance. Anita Katyal reports.

Is the Note Ban a success?

Is the Note Ban a success?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Demonetisation should be judged to have delivered some immediate gain if at least around Rs 2 trillion gets immobilised.

30 moments from India in 2018

30 moments from India in 2018

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

From the Aadhaar verdict to #MeToo's arrival in the country to the entry into the Sabarimala temple -- India had a newsworthy 2018. As we step into 2019, these are the top moments from the year gone by.

Why Mayawati needs to reinvent herself

Why Mayawati needs to reinvent herself

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

'She should review her strategy of social engineering and get back to the BSP's initial plank of social change.'

Why Indian equities may remain top draw for FIIs

Why Indian equities may remain top draw for FIIs

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

In India, bond yields have fallen nearly 70 basis points in the last one year.

Have you seen these AMAZING movies?

Have you seen these AMAZING movies?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Sukanya Verma recaps all the action at this year's MAMI.

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Anil Ambani's future hinges on walking the talk

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

As debt piles up, Anil Ambani's ability to see the asset sale plan through will be crucial

GST delay may not impact markets

GST delay may not impact markets

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Although the markets could see a knee-jerk reaction, they rule out a sharp fall.

MUST READ: How India, China can work together

MUST READ: How India, China can work together

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

'As China rises and India grows to reclaim their earlier positions on the world stage as two of the largest economies and most important countries, there will indeed be some contention between these two powers.' 'There will also be plenty of space and room for cooperation amongst the two of us.' 'As our economic size increases to match the fact that we are the two most populous nations on earth, it will be all the more important for us to keep the interests of our peoples as well as those of the rest of the world in mind.' 'We shall have to grow together rather than as separate and disparate entities,' points out Ambassador Gautam Bambawale -- who served as India's ambassador to China -- in the 7th annual lecture of the Indian Association of Foreign Affairs Correspondents on March 1, 2019.

From bankruptcy to happiness: An amazing journey

From bankruptcy to happiness: An amazing journey

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Entrepreneur couple Vaani and AVIS Viswanathan share the secret to being happy.

Corporate earnings have failed to keep pace with markets

Corporate earnings have failed to keep pace with markets

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Many analysts find market expensive, even at current levels.

Will Patanjali manage to hit the Rs 20,000 crore revenue target?

Will Patanjali manage to hit the Rs 20,000 crore revenue target?

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Patanjali, to a large extent, has penetrated the target group for its products. As a result, increasing the consumer base and revenue by 100 per cent in FY18 will be a stiff challenge.

How Sasikala took control of Jaya TV from jail

How Sasikala took control of Jaya TV from jail

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Did Jayalalithaa, who was also in jail then, know about these transactions?

Review: Satya 2 Is As Bad As Satya Was Good

Review: Satya 2 Is As Bad As Satya Was Good

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

It is hard to believe that RGV chose to make a sequel to his most iconic creation as both the films, Satya and Satya 2 have nothing in common.

Jet Airways' brand new strategies to fly in the black

Jet Airways' brand new strategies to fly in the black

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

A financial turnaround with the Etihad partnership and debt restructuring has not fully materialised.

Sports Shorts: Froome claims fourth Tour title

Sports Shorts: Froome claims fourth Tour title

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday.

What is India waiting for? Perhaps big bang M&As

What is India waiting for? Perhaps big bang M&As

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The contraction in M&A activity in India contrasts sharply with the upbeat global picture, much of it led by a reviving US economy.

'71% Indians expect first year of Modi govt to boost economy'

'71% Indians expect first year of Modi govt to boost economy'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

Most Indians expect their personal happiness will improve over the next five years, posing a concrete benchmark against which to measure the future success of Modi govt