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Theresa May unveils 'talented' new Cabinet, Priti Patel retains portfolio

Theresa May unveils 'talented' new Cabinet, Priti Patel retains portfolio

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The PM said the new line-up brought in "talent from across the whole of the Conservative party".

Why investors MUST book partial profits in gold

Why investors MUST book partial profits in gold

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

Such an economic environment tends to be positive for gold, the ultimate safe-haven asset. Since gold cannot be debased by central banks, it naturally gains in value.

Sensex tanks over 350 points; power, metal stocks sink

Sensex tanks over 350 points; power, metal stocks sink

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Yes Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, crashing 8.36 per cent, followed by NTPC, M&M, Vedanta, Sun Pharma and TCS, which lost up to 4.81 per cent lower.

Sena stages walkout before voting on CAB

Sena stages walkout before voting on CAB

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The party had supported CAB in Lok Sabha. Sena MP said the govt did not give satisfactory answers to the concerns raised by the party.

Want to invest in a Debt Fund?

Want to invest in a Debt Fund?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Compared to equity funds, debt funds are lower risk profile and are usually suitable for investors for very short term.

The uncertain times continue for banks

The uncertain times continue for banks

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

It is difficult to say if the banking sector will see the worst behind it by March 2020, warns Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

US Fed rate hike puts bonds, rupee under pressure

US Fed rate hike puts bonds, rupee under pressure

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

Hawkish guidance by the US Fed raises concerns it could tie the hands of RBI from trimming rates.

Whistleblower case: Infosys audit panel found no 'financial impropriety'

Whistleblower case: Infosys audit panel found no 'financial impropriety'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

The company said the committee, headed by independent director D Sundaram and assisted by independent legal counsel Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, found that the "allegations are substantially without merit".

Why benchmark rate for bank loans is still an illusion

Why benchmark rate for bank loans is still an illusion

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

None of the four benchmarks suggested by the RBI is ideal as banks in India create loan assets from their deposits and not borrowing from the regulator or market, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Centre to accord state funeral to Karunanidhi

Centre to accord state funeral to Karunanidhi

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

DMK working president M K Stalin has appealed to cadres to remain calm and to follow discipline in 'this hour of grief'.

Om Birla unanimously elected as new Lok Sabha Speaker

Om Birla unanimously elected as new Lok Sabha Speaker

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

A total of 13 motions were moved in support of Birla.

Rupee might appreciate to 58-59 a dollar this week

Rupee might appreciate to 58-59 a dollar this week

Rediff.com12 May 2014

The yield on the 10-year bond may fall to 8.70 per cent due to FII flows in debt.

What's the truth about the fiscal deficit?

What's the truth about the fiscal deficit?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'Why do we make finance ministers go into contortions, to tell us that near 6% is 3.5%?' 'Why not encourage more open and full accounting so that the country knows the real picture,' asks T N Ninan.

After 40 yrs, UP ministers to start paying income tax

After 40 yrs, UP ministers to start paying income tax

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Several politicians said they were not even aware of the provision in the UP Act.

Absconding rape-accused Nithyananda sets up his own nation 'Kailaasa'

Absconding rape-accused Nithyananda sets up his own nation 'Kailaasa'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The country has its own triangular flag with an emblem of Paramashiva and Nandi and is called the 'Rishabha Dhvaja'.

READ: Mahua Moitra's takedown of UAPA amendments

READ: Mahua Moitra's takedown of UAPA amendments

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

"Features of the Bill are anti-people and anti-Constitution...it is a very dangerous act," the fiery TMC MP said.

Sebi plans stress tests, liquid holdings for debt MFs

Sebi plans stress tests, liquid holdings for debt MFs

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

This is aimed at improving liquidity in all schemes and would help them to meet sudden redemption pressures, said Sebi chairman Ajay Tyagi.

China stocks tumble as regulator warns of 'panic'

China stocks tumble as regulator warns of 'panic'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Chinese stock markets have slumped 30 per cent since mid-June.

When an American professor worked at the RBI...

When an American professor worked at the RBI...

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

'We get to know secrets such as some of India's top-rated firms do not always make payments when due and many State-owned, listed, enterprises that borrow in bond markets default regularly.' 'Without naming the bank, he says that ever-greening of poor loans by a part of India's shadow banking lay at the doorstep of India's banking, notably 'one private bank'.' Viral Acharya's Quest for Restoring Financial Stability in India won't be music to many ears, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

This is what America owes India, others!

This is what America owes India, others!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

Like all governments, the United States borrows hard cash through Treasury bonds.

'Returns from stocks in next 1 year will be disappointing'

'Returns from stocks in next 1 year will be disappointing'

Rediff.com20 May 2021

'If one believes that the Indian stock market will go up 70 per cent every year for the next 10 years, I wish you good luck!'

Andhra Pradesh assembly remains paralysed

Andhra Pradesh assembly remains paralysed

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Andhra Pradesh assembly remained paralysed for the third day on Wednesday, as there was no let-up in the main opposition Telugu Desam Party's demand for the dismissal of six "tainted ministers". The government appeared content with repeated adjournments of the House, as the treasury benches wore a deserted look due to poor attendance of members, including the ministers. The TDP and the other opposition parties persisted with their demand.

BJP at 69, Congress at 50 in Rajya Sabha after polls

BJP at 69, Congress at 50 in Rajya Sabha after polls

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

However, a majority in the Council of States will continue to elude the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance.

Statue of Unity will do for Kevatia what Rann Utsav did for Kutch

Statue of Unity will do for Kevatia what Rann Utsav did for Kutch

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

'Will the Statue of Unity and Tent City Narmada have as much of a transformational effect on the local economy as the salt desert/Tent City Dhordo did is something that only time can tell,' says Sanjeev Nayyar.

India should talk to Pakistan from position of strength: Congress

India should talk to Pakistan from position of "strength": Congress

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Congress on Thursday raised the Pathankot terror attack issue in the Lok Sabha and advised the Narendra Modi government to negotiate with Pakistan from a position of "strength" and not "emotions".

Is US living on borrowed money? Its debt = $15 trillion

Is US living on borrowed money? Its debt = $15 trillion

Rediff.com22 May 2012

The United States public debt is the money borrowed by the federal government of the United States at any one time through the issue of securities by the Treasury and other federal government agencies.

Why Urjit Patel said, 'I quit'

Why Urjit Patel said, 'I quit'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

The resignation is sure to create more political firestorms for the government as it comes on the eve of the winter session of Parliament where the Opposition has already made it clear to the treasury benches that infringing on the RBI autonomy would be a big talking point for them.

Procedural wrangles over voting in Rajya Sabha

Procedural wrangles over voting in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

Procedural wrangles over voting for taking up a discussion on the alleged interference of the government in preparing Central Bureau of Investigation report on the coalgate scam led to a brief adjournment in the Rajya Sabha on Monday.

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Modi, Shah, Rahul, Uddhav among star campaigners for Bihar polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

The Election Commission has reduced maximum number of campaigners for the recognised parties to 30 while for the unrecognised parties it would be not more than 20 in view of coronavirus pandemic, Additional Chief Electoral Officer (ACEO) Sanjay Kumar Singh said on Friday. The maximum number was earlier fixed at 40 for everybody.

BJP MLA who 'received Lalu's call' files FIR against him

BJP MLA who 'received Lalu's call' files FIR against him

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Lalan Kumar Paswan, who lodged the FIR with the vigilance department, held that the RJD chief's alleged act was tantamount to 'corruption' since, as a member of the legislative assembly, he was a 'public servant' whom Yadav had tried to entice away from 'performing the constitutional obligation of taking part in voting in the House'.

How the military can get a bang for every buck

How the military can get a bang for every buck

Rediff.com28 May 2020

The best available recourse to keep the defence sector healthy, is to source most of our requirement within the country so that procurement outlays under both the Revenue and Capital heads flow within the country, recommends says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Rahul launches 'jumla strike' on BJP during no-trust motion debate

Rahul launches 'jumla strike' on BJP during no-trust motion debate

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

The Congress president questioned the government over unfulfilled promises and questioned the Rafale deal.

Economy will determine Modi's political future

Economy will determine Modi's political future

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

'Mr Modi has a huge opportunity before him.' 'Whether he grabs it the way Mrs Gandhi did in 1969 or squanders it as he did in 2014 will determine his economic legacy,' notes T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

Borrowing limit raised, but states remain cautious

Borrowing limit raised, but states remain cautious

Rediff.com19 May 2020

Going by the strict criteria set, only Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Haryana qualify for such extra borrowing, as of now.

Reform initiatives very promising, says Geithner

Reform initiatives very promising, says Geithner

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

Geithner and Bernanke are scheduled to visit Mumbai tomorrow.

Dawood linked to a series of properties in UK

Dawood linked to a series of properties in UK

Rediff.com4 Feb 2018

The documents also alleged that Ibrahim's right-hand man Muhammed Iqbal 'Mirchi' Memon amassed huge properties in the UK.

PM hails budget session as a winner for passing 35 bills

PM hails budget session as a winner for passing 35 bills

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

"This is a golden opportunity for us to lift the lives of the poor, the deprived. This is the time for doing more development and reforms," he said.

MSP will stay, but it was never part of law: Agriculture Minister

MSP will stay, but it was never part of law: Agriculture Minister

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The Congress leadership has become stunted, it does not understand agriculture and the party is trying to mislead farmers for its own vested interests, said Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar.

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Qureshi urged for unity among political parties in Pakistan on Kashmir and warned that doing politics on the issue would harm the cause.

US accounts for over 1/4th of global COVID-19 deaths

US accounts for over 1/4th of global COVID-19 deaths

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Despite accounting for the largest number of fatalities, the death rate, however, in the US is much lower than other countries.