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India may sign WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement

India may sign WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The study paper by Melbourne-based think-tank Australia India Institute titled 'The G20: Challenges and opportunities Ahead', said following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US and his talks with US President Barack Obama, India may finally sign the agreement.

Yogi's pet projects: Tall promises, slow delivery

Yogi's pet projects: Tall promises, slow delivery

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Beyond announcements and optics, key projects have hardly moved under the Yogi government, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

ITC, Pepsico fight for the wafer market

ITC, Pepsico fight for the wafer market

Rediff.com6 Jun 2007

V B Kunal Singh, 45, is in the middle of the crossfire between packaged foods majors Pepsico and ITC. But this time the small-time snacks seller in Mumbai, much like others in his trade, is enjoying himself.

Why biscuit prices are likely to go up

Why biscuit prices are likely to go up

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

In the past month, wheat prices have increased 6.3% as production is expected to be 1.5% lower, in terms of crop acreage, than the earlier estimate

Recipes: Strawberry pie, gooey brownie, raspberry bar

Recipes: Strawberry pie, gooey brownie, raspberry bar

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

Chef Bhakti Kudalkar shares five pastry recipes to impress your guests.

Fat salaries fail to lure these IIM grads

Fat salaries fail to lure these IIM grads

Rediff.com1 Apr 2006

Two graduates of the Indian Institute of Management-Ahmedabad have decided to opt for unconventional career paths than the fat-pay packages

Farmers plan to stop supply of milk in Maharashtra from July 16

Farmers plan to stop supply of milk in Maharashtra from July 16

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

Dairy companies in the organised sector are yet to state their stance on the proposed stir

Will do whatever it takes to revive growth: RBI

Will do whatever it takes to revive growth: RBI

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

All-out efforts are needed to mitigate the adverse impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the RBI will use any instrument necessary to revive growth and preserve financial stability, according to the minutes of the central bank's policy meeting.

COVID-19 is raging across the country

COVID-19 is raging across the country

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

'Governments have neither any idea of the source of the infection, nor a grip on the disease.' 'Headline management will not work, not in this case,' observes Sunita Narain.

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

It is easy to be indulgent during this time of the year. Here are some secrets to help you enjoy the festivities and stay fit!

PM Modi to address nation on Tuesday, last day of 3-week lockdown

PM Modi to address nation on Tuesday, last day of 3-week lockdown

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The prime minister is likely to talk about its possible extension.

'The Maggi crisis was a blessing in disguise for Nestle'

'The Maggi crisis was a blessing in disguise for Nestle'

Rediff.com16 May 2016

'Maggi issue gave us room for introspection.'

Windfall for cos as consumers shift to branded dairy products

Windfall for cos as consumers shift to branded dairy products

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Parag Milk Foods, Prabhat Dairy, Hatsun Agro are sharpening their gaze on the retail space and buttering up their customers.

As Maggi goes off menu, Nestle gears up for damage control

As Maggi goes off menu, Nestle gears up for damage control

Rediff.com28 May 2015

The central government has said it will look into the matter.

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

PM failed to address critical questions: Cong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Asserting that the way in which the entire country has fought the battle against coronavirus unitedly under Modi's leadership is laudable, BJP president J P Nadda asked party workers to spread the prime minister's message to light lamps or mobile phone torches at 9pm on Sunday among the masses.

When your son is COVID-19 positive

When your son is COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'Most important were the breathing exercises -- whatever way you like.' 'Pranayam or just deep breathing...' 'Breathing is very, very, very, very, very, very important.'

Budget: Farm sector seeks Rs 500 cr

Budget: Farm sector seeks Rs 500 cr

Rediff.com11 Jan 2005

Agriculturists on Tuesday asked Finance Minister P Chidambaram to consider a Rs 500 crore (Rs 5 billion) revolving fund in the forthcoming Budget to enable Food Corporation of India

Proposal to bring back fixed-term employment on anvil

Proposal to bring back fixed-term employment on anvil

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Under fixed-term employment, workers are entitled to all statutory benefits available to a permanent worker in the same factory. However, employers may not give notice to a fixed-term worker on non-renewal or expiry of his or her contract.

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

'Give cash assistance of Rs 75 per person per day and an android phone and you will see the economy reviving.'

From snakes to mould, the health dangers from Hurricane Harvey's floods

From snakes to mould, the health dangers from Hurricane Harvey's floods

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

The storm has wrecked havoc, killing at least 60 people and costing up to $180 billion (Rs 11,542 crore).

'We won't have Onam this year'

'We won't have Onam this year'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

Flood in the rice bowl: Keralites who lost everything stare at uncertainty.

Toxin found in babyfood

Toxin found in babyfood

Rediff.com18 Oct 2003

Semicarbazide has been linked to cancers, liver damage, miscarriages and birth deformities in animals.

UP govt dispatches 80 buses for those stranded in Nepal

UP govt dispatches 80 buses for those stranded in Nepal

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

A special relief camp has also been set up in Gorakhpur.

Get ready for 28% GST on consumer durables

Get ready for 28% GST on consumer durables

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Fast-moving consumer goods companies have begun assessing the impact of the rate structure declared on Thursday under the goods and services tax.

In a major push to Ayushman Bharat govt allots Rs 61,398 cr for health sector

In a major push to Ayushman Bharat govt allots Rs 61,398 cr for health sector

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Ayushman Bharat aims at providing a cover of Rs 5 lakh per family annually and is aimed at benefitting more than 10 crore poor families across the country.

Bulgaria keen on Indian investments

Bulgaria keen on Indian investments

Rediff.com5 May 2003

Bulgaria, one of the countries that hope to join European Union in next four years, is seeking Indian investments, the ambassador and minister-counsellor of Bulgarian Republic, Borislav Kostov, said in New Delhi on Monday.

Bali decision ring-fences us completely: Anand Sharma

Bali decision ring-fences us completely: Anand Sharma

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

A visibly elated Sharma said the decision gave India complete protection even if it breached the food subsidy limit under WTO rules

Dear Maggi: An open letter and farewell note

Dear Maggi: An open letter and farewell note

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Priya Bala on why she is glad Maggi is no more among the choices available for her to eat.

Bharat punctures hopes of boost in FMCG demand

Bharat punctures hopes of boost in FMCG demand

Rediff.com4 Aug 2019

Recent data from market analytics firm Nielsen shows that the rural market in the country's 630,000-odd villages is pulling down the overall FMCG business.

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists 10 of his favourite films that played in various sections at the 74th Cannes Film Festival.

'Kerala may have suffered losses of around Rs 20,000 crore'

'Kerala may have suffered losses of around Rs 20,000 crore'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

Kerala has seen one of the worst floods in its history during this monsoon. From August 8 to 20, nearly 223 people have lost their lives, 33 are missing and around 1.2 million individuals from 3,02,441 families are in 3,941 relief camps. Initial losses are estimated to be around Rs 200 billion (Rs 20,000 crore). With the rescue measures in its last leg, the Kerala government is looking at raising funds to rebuild the state. In an interaction with Gireesh Babu and T E Narasimhan, Kerala Finance Minister T M Thomas Isaac says he has a three-pronged strategy to raise funds. Edited Excerpts.

Noodle crisis: Labelling dispute lands Nestle in hot water

Noodle crisis: Labelling dispute lands Nestle in hot water

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Nestle now has less than two weeks to convince the regulator why product approval for its noodles should not be withdrawn

With Rs 62,398 crore, health budget sees a 19% rise

With Rs 62,398 crore, health budget sees a 19% rise

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

The budgetary allocation for the sector is Rs 60,908.22 crore, with Rs 6,400 crore earmarked for the centre's flagship health insurance scheme Ayushman Bharat- Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna (AB-PMJAY).

The first substantive trade agreement at WTO

The first substantive trade agreement at WTO

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

If India does not wish to continually violate the WTO rules, it must also continue to push the WTO to either revisit the reference point of 1986-88 prices for calculating subsidies and pitch it at a recent period, or raise the ceiling on subsidies to enable countries like India to stay within the envisaged cap.

Govt moves on runaway sugar prices

Govt moves on runaway sugar prices

Rediff.com7 Jan 2005

'Vajpayee placed the country above the party'

'Vajpayee placed the country above the party'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

'Mr Vajapyee felt that you could pray to any god or not pray at all, but the country comes first.'

Why some Ladakh villages are much cleaner than others

Why some Ladakh villages are much cleaner than others

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Ama Tsogspa believes that any issue related to the community is their concern and responds to it organically.

When thirst became a crisis in Maldives, IRCTC helped with water

When thirst became a crisis in Maldives, IRCTC helped with water

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

IRCTC has four Rail Neer plants.

Pepsi to bring Gatorade to India

Pepsi to bring Gatorade to India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2004