News for 'loan waivers'

Be wary of hidden charges in loans with zero processing fees

Be wary of hidden charges in loans with zero processing fees

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

Technical, legal, valuation fees could offset the benefit.

'We have brought down naxal violence by 40%'

'We have brought down naxal violence by 40%'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

As the Congress party prepares to launch protests against the economic slowdown, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel tells Archis Mohan that his state has escaped its effects as his government has pursued policies that have put money in the pockets of workers, farmers, housewives and tribals, which has helped spur demand.

Farmer taking away cot is 'thief', but Mallya a 'defaulter'? Rahul

Farmer taking away cot is 'thief', but Mallya a 'defaulter'? Rahul

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

At a 'Khaat Sabha' in Sant Kabirnagar district on Wednesday, Rahul referred to the incident of locals taking away the cots brought for the meeting, saying, "Our opponents see farmers as poor persons but I always feel that farmers are the real power of Hindustan."

BJP Punjab manifesto: 75% quota for locals in govt jobs

BJP Punjab manifesto: 75% quota for locals in govt jobs

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance released its manifesto for the February 20 Punjab polls on Saturday, promising a slew of sops for various sections, including 75 per cent reservation in all government jobs for youngsters from the state, an unemployment allowance, 35 per cent reservation for women in government jobs and massive infrastructure development.

Should you pay off your loan or invest for retirement?

Should you pay off your loan or invest for retirement?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Look at the pros and cons of both the options and take a decision yourself!

AG Venugopal takes u-turn, now claims Rafale documents not stolen

AG Venugopal takes u-turn, now claims Rafale documents not stolen

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

He now claims that his submission before the SC was that petitioners in the application used "photocopies of the original" papers, deemed secret by the government.

It's BJP vs Congress as MP, Chhattisgarh vote

It's BJP vs Congress as MP, Chhattisgarh vote

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

In both of these Hindi heartland states, the straight contest between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition Congress.

3 farmers end lives in MP; 15 since June 8

3 farmers end lives in MP; 15 since June 8

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

In Sehore alone, the home district of Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, five suicides have been reported.

Don't cremate me till CM comes to village: Maha farmer's suicide note

Don't cremate me till CM comes to village: Maha farmer's suicide note

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Dhanaji Jadhav, 45, hung himself from a tree near his house at Veet village in Karmala tehsil on Wednesday night,

Scindia on 72-hour 'satyagraha' in farmers' support

Scindia on 72-hour 'satyagraha' in farmers' support

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

The scion of the erstwhile Gwalior dynasty garlanded the portrait of Mahatma Gandhi on the stage before sitting on the 'satyagraha'.

RBI cuts interest rate by 0.25 pc, lowers GDP forecast

RBI cuts interest rate by 0.25 pc, lowers GDP forecast

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

In the second policy review under Governor Shaktikanta Das, the six-member Monetary Policy Committee voted 4:2 in favour of the rate cut.

Farmers protesting for media attention: Agriculture minister

Farmers protesting for media attention: Agriculture minister

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

Singh said the farmers opted for 'unusual deeds' to draw media attention as they belong to organisations with only a few thousand members.

Why India's gold import bill is set to hit 5-year high

Why India's gold import bill is set to hit 5-year high

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Good monsoon, farm loan waiver -- the two key reasons behind more customers in jewellery shops

'Every Shiv Sainik feels like the CM today'

'Every Shiv Sainik feels like the CM today'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

'I came here to witness the historic message this oath-taking ceremony has sent to the nation and Maharashtra.'

Farmers' 'Mission Parliament' stopped by Delhi cops for permissions

Farmers' 'Mission Parliament' stopped by Delhi cops for permissions

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Over 3,500 police personnel have deployed as the farmers began their march from the Ramlila Maidan to Parliament at 10.30 am.

What to expect from Budget 2019

What to expect from Budget 2019

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

The losses in state elections in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh have put the ruling party under pressure to announce swift measures aimed at addressing rural distress and lack of employment.

After Dec's surge, veggie prices dip on rise in arrivals

After Dec's surge, veggie prices dip on rise in arrivals

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Prices have continued to move up in Delhi's markets, wholesale and retail, on supply worries and spoilage due to record cold weather.

TN Farmer commits suicide after financiers seize tractor

TN Farmer commits suicide after financiers seize tractor

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

The incident that came to light on Saturday came days after a farmer was beaten up by the police in the state over non-payment of loan.

Maha CM declares Rs 10,000 cr aid to flood-hit areas

Maha CM declares Rs 10,000 cr aid to flood-hit areas

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Thackeray also claimed that the Maharashtra government is yet to receive a total of around Rs 38,000 crore from the Centre.

Banks' asset quality improves as NPAs remain stable

Banks' asset quality improves as NPAs remain stable

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

RBI said the improvement in asset quality was driven by state-run lenders which saw a drop both in both GNPA and in the net NPA ratios.

Haryana: Cong doubles tally, Hooda emerges stronger

Haryana: Cong doubles tally, Hooda emerges stronger

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

After his party lost power in Haryana in the 2014 polls, the 72-year-old satrap had nothing going in his favour.

Decision in 2-3 days on interest during loan moratorium: Govt to SC

Decision in 2-3 days on interest during loan moratorium: Govt to SC

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

The Centre informed the Supreme Court on Monday that a decision is likely in 2-3 days over charging of interest by banks on instalments which were deferred during the moratorium period in view of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Can 'PM Kisan' help BJP in UP?

Can 'PM Kisan' help BJP in UP?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

Over 10 million farmers have received Rs 2,000 crore under the flagship scheme says Virendra Singh Rawat.

First 5 files CM Jaya signed will spell doom for Tamil Nadu

First 5 files CM Jaya signed will spell doom for Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

The sops sanctioned by J Jayalalithaa on her first day in office could cost the exchequer up to Rs 8,000 crore annually.

Rahul meets protesting TN farmers, slams PM

Rahul meets protesting TN farmers, slams PM

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

Why PM has given debt relief to richest people, and not to the people who have built this country, he said.

'I am not a terrorist': Hardik Patel arrested on way to Mandsaur

'I am not a terrorist': Hardik Patel arrested on way to Mandsaur

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

Patel later released on bail later and transported out of Madhya Pradesh in police vehicles

Don't leap at that one-time loan settlement

Don't leap at that one-time loan settlement

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

Because a settled account will do more damage to your credit history than you can imagine.

'Farmers are disillusioned with Modi'

'Farmers are disillusioned with Modi'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

'If the BJP thinks they can suppress the farmers' movement by opening fire, they are wrong.' 'It will create a boomerang effect which will be very difficult to manage.'

India is still struggling between populism and policy: Arun Jaitley

India is still struggling between populism and policy: Arun Jaitley

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has said that the states were free to announce farm loan waivers if they had the fiscal space and that there would be no shortfall this year in divestment and non-tax revenues.

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

"The country has suffered a lot due to selfish interests earlier and now politics over Rafale," he said.

Farmers, workers rally in national capital

Farmers, workers rally in national capital

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Organised by Left-wing farmers' and workers' outfits, the 'Mazdoor Kishan Sangharsh Rally', began from the Ramlila Maidan and culminated at the Parliament Street.

Thaw in BJP-Sena ties as Uddhav meets Shah, calls Modi 'elder brother'

Thaw in BJP-Sena ties as Uddhav meets Shah, calls Modi 'elder brother'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Thackeray not only attended a meeting of National Democratic Alliance partners on Monday night, but also had separate talks with BJP president Amit Shah during which the two leaders discussed a host of issues, and agreed to meet more often for better coordination, a senior BJP leader, who was present during the confabulations, said.

'We attended Parliament, why should we not be paid?'

'We attended Parliament, why should we not be paid?'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Chandrakant Khaire said his party -- the partner of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the National Democratic Alliance - was not consulted on the decision of NDA MPs sacrificing 23 days pay to protest the disruptions in Parliament.

Sops to farmers is not 'dole' but mark of respect for 'anna daata', says Goyal

Sops to farmers is not 'dole' but mark of respect for 'anna daata', says Goyal

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Insisting that PM Modi has consistently cared for the farmers, Goyal said the Rs 75,000 earmarked for paying Rs 6,000 per annum to each of 12 crore farmers is not one time but a 'sustainable' provision.

Fulfilling promises will add to UP's financial burden

Fulfilling promises will add to UP's financial burden

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

The BJP's manifesto for UP elections promised many things. But, given the state's precarious financial position, fulfilling these promises is likely to prove tricky, says Ishan Bakshi.

Social media turns battlefield for Punjab's parties after rally ban

Social media turns battlefield for Punjab's parties after rally ban

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

At a time when rallies and large gatherings are banned by the Election Commission in view of a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases, political parties in Punjab are battling it out on social media platforms as they promote their agendas for people and also counter any negative propaganda by their opponents.

MPC votes 5-1 to keep policy rates unchanged

MPC votes 5-1 to keep policy rates unchanged

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

The 6-member Monetary Policy Committee, headed by Reserve Bank of India Governor Urjit Patel, in its fifth bi-monthly review, kept the repo rate unchanged at 6 per cent and reverse repo at 5.75 per cent.

New farm laws have not come overnight, says PM

New farm laws have not come overnight, says PM

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Political parties, agriculture experts and progressive farmers demanded such agri reforms for long, he said and attacked the opposition for misleading cultivators on the issue of MSP (minimum support price) and APMCs.

Rahul Gandhi begins UP campaign with khat sabhas

Rahul Gandhi begins UP campaign with khat sabhas

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

The Congress leader is trying his best to end his party's 27-year exile from power in UP.

Which stocks should you invest in this election season?

Which stocks should you invest in this election season?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Analysts caution a non-BJP government is not an impossible scenario. In case of a Modi-led coalition, they advise investors to focus on discretionary consumption, select private banks and financials, RIL, housing, and IT.