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Tory rebels want Rishi Sunak to replace Liz Truss as UK PM

Tory rebels want Rishi Sunak to replace Liz Truss as UK PM

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The poll found that among those who voted for the Conservatives at the last election, 62 per cent said that party members had made the wrong choice when the race was shortlisted between Truss and Sunak.

Indian American defeated in Virginia Lt Gov primary

Indian American defeated in Virginia Lt Gov primary

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Indian American and former White House tech czar Aneesh Chopra has lost the Democratic primary elections for the powerful post of Lieutenant Governor in Virginia.

Online registration for COVID-19 vaccination begins in Ahmedabad

Online registration for COVID-19 vaccination begins in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

According to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, citizens from priority groups in the city who have not yet registered themselves with health workers carrying out house- to-house survey or at urban health centres (UHCs) can get themselves registered on www.ahmedabadcity.gov.in.

Rs 2.5 lakh pension, Lutyen's bungalow for Kovind

Rs 2.5 lakh pension, Lutyen's bungalow for Kovind

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The retired president is also entitled to a secretarial staff consisting of a private secretary, an additional private secretary, one personal assistant, two peons, and office expenses up to Rs 1 lakh per annum.

Suspend dialogue with Pakistan: Yashwant Sinha to gov

Suspend dialogue with Pakistan: Yashwant Sinha to gov

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

In the wake of the brutal killing of two Indian soldiers on the Line of Control, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Yashwant Sinha on Friday advocated suspension of dialogue with Pakistan even as he admitted that the previous National Democratic Alliance government had also committed the mistake by engaging the neighbour in talks.

Beware, cybercriminals offering 'Free Omicron Test', warns MHA

Beware, cybercriminals offering 'Free Omicron Test', warns MHA

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Amid a rise in Omicron cases, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory against cybercriminals targeting potential victims by offering them free tests for detecting Omicron variant of COVID-19.

'How to claim income tax refund of a deceased person?'

'How to claim income tax refund of a deceased person?'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Mihir Tanna, Associate Director, S K Patodia & Associates, answers your tax queries.

Underdogs don't give up, says Rishi Sunak's new campaign video

Underdogs don't give up, says Rishi Sunak's new campaign video

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The video shows the 42-year-old British Indian former minister interacting with voters and is also seen catching a quick power nap on a bench as a voiceover praises his efforts to "fight for every inch".

Affordable housing policies should be tweaked: RBI deputy gov

Affordable housing policies should be tweaked: RBI deputy gov

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

On the individual front, housing loan rebate on self-occupied property was increased from Rs 1,50,000 to Rs 2,00,000.

85% e-gov plans have failed

85% e-gov plans have failed

Rediff.com5 Nov 2004

The World Bank has estimated that as high as 85 per cent of e-government projects in developing countries are either "total or partial failures."

'HELP! Rs 3.48L insurance claim settled at Rs 51k'

'HELP! Rs 3.48L insurance claim settled at Rs 51k'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health and auto insurance related queries.

What Every Indian Must Know About PM-CARES

What Every Indian Must Know About PM-CARES

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf traces the journey of PM-CARES from its founding to finally admitting it is not a government fund.

COVID vaccination for people above 45 years from today

COVID vaccination for people above 45 years from today

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

According to the health ministry, advance appointments for vaccination can be booked through http://cowin.gov.in, or one can visit their nearest vaccination center after 3 pm and get on-site registration done.

Aishwarya, Modi among world's most admired people of 2018

Aishwarya, Modi among world's most admired people of 2018

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

YouGov's annual list features five Indians among its Top 20.

No information on creation of Aarogya Setu app: Govt

No information on creation of Aarogya Setu app: Govt

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Information Commissioner, in a terse order, pointed out that the website of the application mentions that the content on it is "owned, updated and maintained" by MyGov and MeitY

Now get Covid vaccination certificate on WhatsApp 'within seconds'

Now get Covid vaccination certificate on WhatsApp 'within seconds'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Presently, people have to download their vaccination certificate by logging into the CoWin portal.

Bookie odds, Tory voters discount Rishi Sunak's chances in UK PM race

Bookie odds, Tory voters discount Rishi Sunak's chances in UK PM race

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss on Tuesday extended her bookmaker odds as the favourite to win the Conservative Party leadership race, with former Chancellor Rishi Sunak also trailing in a poll among Tory voters.

Maruti urges Guj Gov to rework Hansalpur plant agreement

Maruti urges Guj Gov to rework Hansalpur plant agreement

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Maruti Suzuki is keen that the Gujrat government revises payment condition in the agreement it signed with the former for setting up a plant in Hansalpur.

Which state will see how many COVID-19 cases this week

Which state will see how many COVID-19 cases this week

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Rediff Labs has created a chart estimating number of COVID-19 cases till June 7 by studying the average rate of growth of cases from May 25, in India and some of the states.

New Jersey gov Chris Christie announces 2016 US presidential run

New Jersey gov Chris Christie announces 2016 US presidential run

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Chris Christie, the governor of New Jersey, which has one of the largest Indian-American population in a US state, has launched his bid for president, joining the already crowded presidential race of his Republican party.

CBI moves swiftly, sacks 4 officers accused of extortion

CBI moves swiftly, sacks 4 officers accused of extortion

Rediff.com12 May 2022

In the swiftest action against erring personnel, the Central Bureau of Investigation has dismissed its four officers under a stringent constitutional provision and arrested them after they were allegedly found involved in staging a raid on a company in Chandigarh to extort money, officials said Thursday.

Pak: Gov's abducted son 'sold' for higher ransom

Pak: Gov's abducted son 'sold' for higher ransom

Rediff.com9 Sep 2011

Abductors of the son of slain Punjab Governor Salmaan Taseer and American aid worker Warren Weinstein are not militants, but organised extortion gangs who might have sold them to bigger bidders, Pakistani law enforcement agencies fear.

How to check Rajasthan class 8 exam results 2019

How to check Rajasthan class 8 exam results 2019

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The RBSE class 8 results were declared on June 7, 2019 at 4 pm.

Who Held More Rallies In Gujarat Than Modi?

Who Held More Rallies In Gujarat Than Modi?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Hemantkumar Shivsaran compares the number of rallies held by the BJP leadership in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh.

Why India loves Deepika more than Sachin, Virat, Alia

Why India loves Deepika more than Sachin, Virat, Alia

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone are among the top influencers in India.

Afghanistan's Naib accuses players of underperforming at the ICC World Cup

Afghanistan's Naib accuses players of underperforming at the ICC World Cup

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Gulbadin Naib, who had captained the Afghanistan team at the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, posted a strongly worded tweet against the national cricket board and teammates.

Bobby Jindal frontrunner in Louisiana gov race

Bobby Jindal frontrunner in Louisiana gov race

Rediff.com20 Oct 2007

As voters in Louisiana begin going to the polls on October 20 to cast their ballot in this Cajun State's gubernatorial primary, front-runner Congressman Piyush 'Bobby'Jindal stands on the verge of creating history by becoming the first even Indian American governor. The most recent polls have shown that Jindal has the support of nearly 50 per cent of the electorate.

Zomato's revenue from operations doubles to Rs 2,604 cr amid pandemic

Zomato's revenue from operations doubles to Rs 2,604 cr amid pandemic

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Zomato said it has consistently gained market share over the last four years to become the category leader in the food delivery space in India in terms of gross order value from October 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021.

RBI plans financial literacy project: Deputy Gov

RBI plans financial literacy project: Deputy Gov

Rediff.com21 May 2007

The Reserve Bank of India will take up 'financial literacy' programme to educate youngsters about basic banking transactions in a big way, RBI Deputy Governor V Leeladhar said on Monday.

PM Modi to interact with Tokyo-bound athletes

PM Modi to interact with Tokyo-bound athletes

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

More than 120 athletes are bound for the Games, even though the Indian Olympic Association is yet to officially divulge the strength of the contingent.

Gherao of Mamata, Mitra a 'pre-meditated' assault: Gov

Gherao of Mamata, Mitra a 'pre-meditated' assault: Gov

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

West Bengal Governor M K Narayanan on Wednesday said the "attack" on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Finance Minister Amit Mitra in Delhi was "unprecedented" and "a blot on India's cherished democratic values".

It's final: Rishi Sunak will face off with Liz Truss for British PM post

It's final: Rishi Sunak will face off with Liz Truss for British PM post

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Rishi Sunak on Wednesday clinched his place for the final leg of the race to succeed Boris Johnson and will go head-to-head with Foreign Secretary Liz Truss as one of two finalists to take charge as Conservative Party leader and British prime minister.

Budget gives leg up to e-gov

Budget gives leg up to e-gov

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

The finance minister announced that E-governance allocation to be increased from Rs 395 (Rs 3.95 billion) to Rs 719 crore (Rs 7.19 billion).

Nykaa, Paytm, Zomato: Are these stocks worth your money post Q1 results?

Nykaa, Paytm, Zomato: Are these stocks worth your money post Q1 results?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

After new-age tech companies reported better-than-expected June quarter (Q1FY23) results, analysts said it will be a long road to recovery for their respective businesses and the stock prices. Moreover, brokerages differ on whether it is the right time to own these stocks. The common thread, however, that runs across most brokerages is Zomato, where they suggest buying the stock with the one-year target price ranging between Rs 60 - 115, translating into an upside of around 9 - 109 per cent from the current levels. The company's gross order value (GOV) of food delivery jumped 10 per cent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) and 42 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in Q1, aided largely by growth in volume, and mild growth in average order value (AOV) at 1-2 per cent. The company also broke even on an adjusted Ebitda basis during the quarter.

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

From Kingsway to Kartavya Path, the journey of majestic Rajpath

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

From witnessing the dawn of Independence to playing host to annual Republic Day celebrations for over seven decades, the historic Rajpath in India's power capital has seen the colonial rule and basked in the glory of a free, democratic nation.

Indian mission asks nationals living in Sri Lanka to register details

Indian mission asks nationals living in Sri Lanka to register details

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Sri Lanka is going through the worst economic crisis since independence in 1948. A crippling shortage of foreign reserves has led to long queues for fuel, cooking gas and other essentials while power cuts and soaring food prices heaped misery on the people.

FM says tech glitches in I-T portal to be sorted out soon

FM says tech glitches in I-T portal to be sorted out soon

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said technical glitches in the new income tax e-filing portal will be largely fixed in the next few days and that she has been constantly reminding Infosys about the issue. "I have been reminding Infosys (the vendor which developed the new portal) constantly, and (Infosys head) Nandan Nilekani has been messaging me with assurances that next couple of days they will sort out majority of problems," she said. To a large extent, the system is far better than what it was in June but still some issues are there, she said.

Maha gov withdraws all political cases until 2005

Maha gov withdraws all political cases until 2005

Rediff.com24 May 2010

In a move that could spark controversy, the Maharashtra government on Monday decided to withdraw all 'political cases' till May 2005.

DeMo: How much cash was deposited? 'Unprecedented challenge': Ex-RBI gov

DeMo: How much cash was deposited? 'Unprecedented challenge': Ex-RBI gov

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

'Normally, the system is geared towards counting notes -- it is equipped to do x amount of work and one day you are asking them to do 20 x.' 'The processes involved are very complex.'

Sitharaman urges Infosys to fix tech glitches of tax e-filing portal

Sitharaman urges Infosys to fix tech glitches of tax e-filing portal

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday asked Infosys and its chairman Nandan Nilekani to fix technical glitches being encountered on the income tax department's new e-filing website, after users flooded her Twitter timeline with complaints. Infosys was in 2019 awarded a contract to develop the next-generation income tax filing system to reduce processing time for returns from 63 days to one day and expedite refunds. The portal went live Monday evening.