News for 'independent review'

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

'The IOA has no jurisdiction over the conduct of elections for NSFs, yet this order has been issued in a manner that clearly questions its intent.'

Sports Minister on why he revoked WFI suspension

Sports Minister on why he revoked WFI suspension

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'WFI must reverse all amendments made during its suspension and ensure checks and balances in decision-making within four weeks.'

7 Adani group firms have received Sebi show cause notices

7 Adani group firms have received Sebi show cause notices

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Seven out of the 10 listed firms of Adani group have received show cause notices from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for alleged violation of related party transactions and non-compliance with listing regulations, the companies said in their regulatory filings to the stock exchanges. While group's flagship Adani Enterprises Ltd, renewable energy firm Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) and city gas distributor Adani Total Gas Ltd said Sebi sent notices of their parent or holding company controlled by conglomerate's chairman Gautam Adani, ports company Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone, Adani Power, electricity transmission firm Adani Energy Solutions, and commodities firm Adani Wilmar said they have received Sebi notices.

Wrestling's world body threatens India with suspension

Wrestling's world body threatens India with suspension

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

UWW, the world governing body for wrestling, has threatened to suspend India if the political interference in the affairs of the national federation does not end soon.

Oppn shreds VP Dhankhar's 'super parliament' remark on SC

Oppn shreds VP Dhankhar's 'super parliament' remark on SC

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal has criticised Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar for questioning the judiciary over the timeline for the president to take decisions, calling it "unconstitutional " and a lowering of the dignity of the chair. Sibal asserted that Dhankhar's remarks are not neutral and amount to an attack on the judiciary by the executive. He also pointed out that the president acts on the aid and advice of the council of ministers, and therefore, the president's power cannot be curtailed. Sibal urged Dhankhar to seek a review of the judiciary's decision or an advisory opinion from the Supreme Court if he has problems with it. He also questioned why Dhankhar only focuses on actions taken during Congress governments and not after 2014.

More the merrier? A tale of multiple self-regulatory organisations

More the merrier? A tale of multiple self-regulatory organisations

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Mint Road, on December 21, 2023, flagged the role of self-regulatory organisations (SROs) in strengthening the compliance culture in regulated entities (REs) and providing a consultative platform for policymaking. It also decided to issue an omnibus framework for SROs.

India's exports down 1% to $38.01 bn in Dec

India's exports down 1% to $38.01 bn in Dec

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

India's merchandise exports dipped by about one per cent to $38.01 billion in December 2024 against $38.39 billion a year ago, according to government data released on Wednesday. Imports increased by 4.8 per cent to $59.95 billion in December 2024 compared to $57.15 billion in the year-ago month.

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Heeramandi, a passion project that took off after years in development and planning, mirrors Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film-making's finest and frustrating features, observes Sukanya Verma.

Shoojit Sircar's Best Films, Ranked

Shoojit Sircar's Best Films, Ranked

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

This is the magic of Sircar's filmmaking -- National Award winners, many of them -- that makes every new work of his an eagerly-awaited affair.

'With 1 Cr At 32, Can I Retire By 50?'

'With 1 Cr At 32, Can I Retire By 50?'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

EY employee death fallout: Deloitte forms 3-member committee to review people practices

EY employee death fallout: Deloitte forms 3-member committee to review people practices

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Amid a social media storm over the death of a young employee at tax consultancy major EY allegedly due to work pressure, Deloitte has formed a three-member external committee, which includes former revenue secretary Tarun Bajaj, to look into practices, policies and processes concerning employees, its South Asia CEO Romal Shetty said on Friday. Shetty said to manage the work pressure within the organisation and have an open work culture, Deloitte has a chief happiness officer and takes strictest action for any bad behaviour within the organisation. Deloitte is one of the four major global tax consultancy firms.

Why Sensex And Nifty Are Falling

Why Sensex And Nifty Are Falling

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

'Retail investors have to stick to their asset allocation plans and continuously do portfolio reviews.'

US Firms Back Trump's India Tariffs

US Firms Back Trump's India Tariffs

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Industry associations and companies in the United States, including the US Chamber of Commerce, Coalition of Services Industries and the iconic bike company Harley Davidson have called on the Donald Trump dispensation to push India to reduce tariffs, non-tariffs, and regulatory barriers to boost American exports.

Uttarakhand likely to implement UCC rules on Republic Day

Uttarakhand likely to implement UCC rules on Republic Day

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that the state will become the first in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), with the date of implementation to be announced soon. The UCC, which aims to unify personal laws for all citizens, has been approved by the state cabinet and preparations for its implementation are almost complete. Dhami stated that the training process for UCC implementation is nearly finalized and the government is aiming for a swift rollout. Speculation is rife that the UCC could be implemented on Republic Day, coinciding with the conclusion of municipal elections. The UCC includes provisions related to marriage, divorce, annulment of marriage, succession, and live-in relationships. The state government has introduced a dedicated portal for online registration of related matters and has authorized Common Service Centers (CSC) to simplify access for citizens. In remote areas, CSC agents will provide door-to-door services. The Gram Panchayat Development Officer will serve as the Sub-Registrar for registration work in rural areas. The government has also implemented Aadhaar-based registration to make the process easier. Citizens can track their application status through email and SMS, and an online complaint portal has been set up. Dhami dismissed Congress allegations of divisive politics, emphasizing that the UCC provides a uniform system and law for all.

EPL: Why Manchester City face points deduction or relegation

EPL: Why Manchester City face points deduction or relegation

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Manchester City were referred to an independent commission over the alleged breaches of financial regulations, which go back to the 2009-10 campaign.

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Bhakshak should create some awareness and maybe raise some compassion towards victims of abuse, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Sebi tightens norms for independent directors

Sebi tightens norms for independent directors

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

In efforts to bolster corporate governance among listed companies, Sebi on Tuesday approved various amendments to rules governing the appointment, re-appointment and removal of independent directors, including the requirement to disclose resignation letters of such individuals. There will be a one-year cooling period for an independent director transitioning to a whole-time director in the same company/ holding/ subsidiary/ associate company or any company belonging to the promoter group. As part of the review of regulatory provisions related to independent directors, the Sebi board has cleared amendments to Sebi (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

2024's 10 Best Web Series

2024's 10 Best Web Series

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

The year was rich in content as far as Web series were concerned.

2024 warmest year in India since 1901: IMD

2024 warmest year in India since 1901: IMD

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

The annual mean temperature in 2024 was 25.75 degrees Celsius, 0.65 degrees above the long-period average.

Denied cabinet berth, Shiv Sena MLA quits party posts

Denied cabinet berth, Shiv Sena MLA quits party posts

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Shiv Sena MLA Narendra Bhondekar has resigned from all party posts after expressing disappointment at not being included in the Maharashtra cabinet. Bhondekar, who was the Shiv Sena's deputy leader and co-ordinator for eastern Vidarbha districts, claimed his party head and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde had promised him a cabinet berth. He said he intended to secure a cabinet post to become the guardian minister of Bhandara district, but he will now serve as an ordinary party worker.

What The Hell Navya Review: Too Superficial

What The Hell Navya Review: Too Superficial

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

The three women, because of their names and position, would get the eyeballs anyway, but if they do not rise above the superficial, it would be a wasted opportunity to reach out to and inspire women in particular, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Some equity research firms shutting shops after Sebi's guidelines

Some equity research firms shutting shops after Sebi's guidelines

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Markets regulator Sebi's new guidelines on research analysts (RAs) are forcing several equity research firms publicly announcing plans to shut down their shops due to heightened compliance and operational requirements. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), on January 8, came out with guidelines for Research Analysts in a bid to curb fraudulent stock recommendations and illegal practices in the securities market.

Warner's return to power: Leadership ban lifted

Warner's return to power: Leadership ban lifted

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

David Warner's lifetime leadership ban rescinded by Cricket Australia

Tarla Review: Comfort Food

Tarla Review: Comfort Food

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

As much as one would have liked a glimpse into the lady's culinary excellence, Tarla acquires its endearing character in Huma Qureshi and Sharib Hashmi's harmonious display of doting husband and wife, observes Sukanya Verma.

Pune bus rape accused sent to police custody till Mar 12

Pune bus rape accused sent to police custody till Mar 12

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

A 37-year-old man accused of raping a woman inside a bus at Swargate bus station in Pune was arrested after a days-long manhunt. The accused, Dattaray Ramdas Gade, was hiding in a paddy field in his native Shirur tehsil. Police used drones and sniffer dogs to track him down.

Infosys Q3 profit up 11.5%; raises growth guidance

Infosys Q3 profit up 11.5%; raises growth guidance

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

IT services major Infosys on Thursday reported 11.46 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 6,806 crore for December quarter FY25 and raised its guidance on the back of growth in financial services and manufacturing. The company had logged a profit of Rs 6,106 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal.

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'I am not waiting for the completion of those reports, and I've directed the Secret Service to take immediate steps to ensure our protectees are indeed safe. I am committed to pursuing accountability for the Secret Service's failure in Butler, Pennsylvania'

All India Rank Review: Tender Must Watch

All India Rank Review: Tender Must Watch

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

All India Rank achieves a fine balance of authenticity and sensitivity in the fine portrayals of its young actors and old.

Local well water blamed for Pune GBS outbreak

Local well water blamed for Pune GBS outbreak

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

With several cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) being detected in Sinhgad Road area in Pune, local residents on Tuesday claimed that contaminated water of a well on private land could have led to the outbreak.

THIS is the BIGGEST Independence Day release

THIS is the BIGGEST Independence Day release

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Joginder Tuteja looks at the Independence Day releases over the years.

Foreign secy to brief Parl panel on India-Canada ties on Wednesday

Foreign secy to brief Parl panel on India-Canada ties on Wednesday

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Misri is also likely to brief the parliamentary panel on the recent upswing in India's ties with China following the agreement to resume patrolling at friction points along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

BSF letting in infiltrators from Bangladesh: Mamata Banerjee

BSF letting in infiltrators from Bangladesh: Mamata Banerjee

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Border Security Force (BSF) of allowing infiltrators from Bangladesh into India and claimed it's a deliberate attempt to destabilize the state. Banerjee, who alleges a larger conspiracy by the central government, has also accused some district magistrates and SPs of aiding the BSF in their alleged illegal activities. She plans to send a strongly worded letter to the Centre expressing her concerns and has directed the state police to investigate the matter further.

Bhagwan Bharose Review: Innocence Collides With Hate

Bhagwan Bharose Review: Innocence Collides With Hate

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Jawan is disproportionately extolled for making political comments, but it is a small film like Bhagwan Bharose that usually sticks its neck out, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Thank You For Coming Review: Undesirable!

Thank You For Coming Review: Undesirable!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Kanika's problem is so ridiculous, it is surprising she did not discover till the age of 32 what every teen knows, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

Check Out Mahindra's BE 6e, XEV 9e

Check Out Mahindra's BE 6e, XEV 9e

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's the new electric SUVs from Mahindra! Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com describe the futuristic BE 6e and XEV 9e.

What's Next For Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light?

What's Next For Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'It is for the first time that a film of mine will be released in theatres and Indian audiences will finally be able to buy tickets and experience it on a big screen, where cinema truly comes to life.'

SC frees man jailed for 25 years, finds he was a juvenile at time of crime

SC frees man jailed for 25 years, finds he was a juvenile at time of crime

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court of India ordered the release of a man who had spent 25 years in prison for murder, ruling that he was a juvenile at the time of the crime. The court found that the convict, Om Prakash alias Raju, had been wrongly convicted due to errors by the courts in determining his age. The case highlights the importance of proper age verification and the need for courts to actively ensure the fair treatment of juveniles within the legal system.

Kohrra Review: Haunting

Kohrra Review: Haunting

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Kohrra is a terrific ensemble piece but the two fine leads keep show glued together, applauds Aseem Chhabra.

Sinner adds former Djokovic staff to his team

Sinner adds former Djokovic staff to his team

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Sinner fired both team members last month, before winning the US Open title to make it two Grand Slam trophies in 2024 following his breakthrough Australian Open triumph.

Volatile Market: What Investors Must Do

Volatile Market: What Investors Must Do

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Novice investors must understand that volatility is an inherent part of equity markets and learn to navigate through such phases.