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Early Diwali for SBI borrowers

Early Diwali for SBI borrowers

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Processing fee waived on car, gold and personal loans till December

Trouble brews for MP's Chouhan as farmers prep for new agitation

Trouble brews for MP's Chouhan as farmers prep for new agitation

Rediff.com6 May 2018

A countrywide call for a 'gram bandh' between June 1 and 10 is set to be centred on Mandsaur district of the state.

Farmers: 'Government can't hoodwink us'

Farmers: 'Government can't hoodwink us'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

'On June 13, we will intensify our agitation further by stopping trains from plying in the state.'

Oppn closes ranks in RS over farmer's suicide, seek CBI probe

Oppn closes ranks in RS over farmer's suicide, seek CBI probe

Rediff.com23 Apr 2015

"Both the Central government and the government of Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi are responsible for it, " it said.

The fury of farmers

The fury of farmers

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Loan waivers will never be enough. Reforming the agricultural marketing system is essential to addressing the concerns of farmers in a sustainable manner, says Nitin Desai.

'Fresh start', a big challenge facing the microfinance industry

'Fresh start', a big challenge facing the microfinance industry

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

The origin of the challenge is the so-called "fresh start" process. Many in the MFI industry apprehend that such a law in India will encourage small unsecured borrowers to default and destroy the credit culture. So, while'Fresh start' is a welcome step as it will free up the debtors from the archaic laws of the colonial era, debtors need handholding and counselling to prevent any misuse, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Congress wants to turn Rahul's Maharashtra tour into a mega event

Congress wants to turn Rahul's Maharashtra tour into a mega event

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Congress party in Maharashtra has its hopes pinned on a 'newly recharged' vice-president Rahul Gandhi for its revival.

The year in four faces

The year in four faces

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Urjit Patel, Binny Bansal, Nirav Modi and Rahul Gandhi personify the big trends that defined 2018. Well, almost...

Free vaccination, scrapping of NEET in Congress Puducherry manifesto

Free vaccination, scrapping of NEET in Congress Puducherry manifesto

Rediff.com28 Mar 2021

A homemaker in every family would get a monthly assistance of Rs 1,000, the manifesto said.

Sensex snaps 6-day winning run to end 129 pts lower

Sensex snaps 6-day winning run to end 129 pts lower

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Asian Paints was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, falling around 5 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, HDFC, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank and Kotak Bank. On the other hand, Tech Mahindra, Sun Pharma, Bharti Airtel and HCL Tech were among the gainers.

Travel, hospitality industries stare at Rs 5-trn revenue loss

Travel, hospitality industries stare at Rs 5-trn revenue loss

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Besides urging the Centre for extension of loan moratorium, the hotel and travel industries have also demanded deferment of GST and advance tax payments and waiver of fees for all forthcoming licences and permits.

Centre likely to extend lockdown with more relaxations

Centre likely to extend lockdown with more relaxations

Rediff.com12 May 2020

During his interaction with the chief ministers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that more economic activities would resume; he also said that zone identification may be left to the states.

Should you buy PSU bank stocks?

Should you buy PSU bank stocks?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

Analysts say there is still no visibility of earnings improvement.

Chouhan launches 'peace fast', farmers vow to continue stir

Chouhan launches 'peace fast', farmers vow to continue stir

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

The MP CM failed to reach a compromise, even after launching a fast.

Congress halts BJP's Maha march, sweeps Nanded civic poll

Congress halts BJP's Maha march, sweeps Nanded civic poll

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

As per the final tally, of the total 81 seats, the Congress won 73, followed by the BJP which bagged six seats. The Shiv Sena just about managed to open its account with one seat, and an independent candidate won one seat.

Er, why are we paying such high prices for milk?

Er, why are we paying such high prices for milk?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Dairies cut milk procurement price by 11% in 2 months on bumper supply, but they are in no mood to pass on this price benefit to the consumers

Yashwant Sinha to continue farmers' agitation till govt accepts all demands

Yashwant Sinha to continue farmers' agitation till govt accepts all demands

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The BJP veteran was detained on Monday evening while protesting against the state government's "apathy" towards the farmers of Vidarbha. He was taken to the district police headquarters and later released.

Coronavirus may lead to 68% of aircraft being grounded

Coronavirus may lead to 68% of aircraft being grounded

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

According to a calculation by the government, India's airlines currently have 633 aircraft of which they may operate only 200.

Kamal Nath predicts return of Cong in MP after bypolls

Kamal Nath predicts return of Cong in MP after bypolls

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Bypolls to 28 assembly constituencies in the state will be held on November 3. In order to return to power in the state, the Congress has to win all 28 seats, while the ruling BJP only needs nine seats to reach the majority mark of 116 in the 230-member House.

Spotting chink in BJP armour, SP, allies target Jat votes in UP

Spotting chink in BJP armour, SP, allies target Jat votes in UP

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

The Jat vote is crucial in winning at least 40 assembly seats in Western UP, which has been in the grip of a widespread farmer movement, reports Nitin Kumar.

Kotak to handle salary account of Indian army personnel

Kotak to handle salary account of Indian army personnel

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Private sector lender Kotak Mahindra Bank will handle the salary account of the Indian army personnel, the bank said on Thursday. The bank has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Army for salary account. The MoU enables Kotak to offer its salary account proposition, combined with exclusive benefits for the Indian Army, to all army personnel - both active and retired, Kotak said in a release.

'Burn down police station': MP Cong MLA caught on video inciting farmers

'Burn down police station': MP Cong MLA caught on video inciting farmers

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Congress has said that it will never instigate violence for political benefits.

Manmohan Singh releases Congress manifesto, promises better future for Punjab

Manmohan Singh releases Congress manifesto, promises better future for Punjab

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Hailing the Congress manifesto as a visionary document promising to shape a better future for Punjab, Dr Singh said the Parkash Singh Badal-led government mismanaged the state and failed to harness its full potential.

Nitish's biggest asset: Bihar's 30 million women voters

Nitish's biggest asset: Bihar's 30 million women voters

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

There are also over 10 million voters in the 18-29 age bracket. Winning them over could be Nitish Kumar's biggest challenge, reports Aditi Phadnis.

Jaitley justifies govt giving I-T rebate in interim Budget

Jaitley justifies govt giving I-T rebate in interim Budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Goyal's move was criticised by the Opposition saying with general election months away, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government had mandate only to present a vote on account and a Budget containing direct tax proposals.

Why Modi is under pressure to deliver on promises

Why Modi is under pressure to deliver on promises

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

We have to wait and see whether Jaitley's Budget speech translates into actions and desired outcomes, says T N C Rajagopalan.

Buying a house this festive season?

Buying a house this festive season?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Experts say this is a good time to buy a house for self-use, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.

What 2019 holds for the banking sector

What 2019 holds for the banking sector

Rediff.com19 Jan 2019

The evolving RBI-government relationship, a reversal in the interest rate cycle and return to profitability will dominate bankers' conversation this year, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

15-km road show, selfies and chai: Rahul sounds poll bugle in MP

15-km road show, selfies and chai: Rahul sounds poll bugle in MP

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The road show was the virtual launch of the Congress campaign for the assembly polls slated later this year, in which his party has the tough task of dislodging the Bharatiya Janata Party, which has been ruling the state for the last 15 years.

How MNC arms can settle their transfer pricing disputes

How MNC arms can settle their transfer pricing disputes

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

Under the Vivad se Vishwas scheme, the MNCs will have to bring in disputed amount to India, else, the entire money will be considered as loan from subsidiaries on which interest will have to be paid.

Congress releases manifesto for Telangana

Congress releases manifesto for Telangana

Rediff.com12 Apr 2014

The Congress on Saturday released its election manifesto for Telangana, promising socially-inclusive growth with focus on jobs and social justice and a three-pronged approach for building the new state.

SC ruling: Banks could be hit for Rs 100 bn

SC ruling: Banks could be hit for Rs 100 bn

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

How much will the banks' bad assets grow in March? It could be anywhere between Rs 1.2 trillion and Rs 2 trillion, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

TN farmers bring skulls to Delhi to focus on drought havoc

TN farmers bring skulls to Delhi to focus on drought havoc

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'So far, 400 farmers have committed suicide, we are saying don't turn us into skulls too.'

FMCG to get a major push via govt's common service centres

FMCG to get a major push via govt's common service centres

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

Talks on with P&G, HUL, Patanjali, among others to push their products via 250,000 common centres

Why Bharat will fail to cheer India Inc in FY20

Why Bharat will fail to cheer India Inc in FY20

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Falling incomes and longer winter to translate into lower demand for at least some months.

It's obvious, Indian economy not in good shape: Manmohan

It's obvious, Indian economy not in good shape: Manmohan

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

BJP is hiding behind a GDP number which is being challenged. People are not dazzled by it, but are asking 'where are the jobs?'

Farmer protests spread across MP; Centre rushes 1,100 RAF personnel

Farmer protests spread across MP; Centre rushes 1,100 RAF personnel

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

In view of the volatile situation, the Centre rushed 1,100 personnel of anti-riot Rapid Action Force.

A big challenge to Modi's Congress-mukt Bharat dream

A big challenge to Modi's Congress-mukt Bharat dream

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

Priyanka Gandhi will strike a deal with Mayawati and not Akhilesh, says Nazarwala.

Note ban shaves Rs 1.2-lakh cr off consumer goods stocks

Note ban shaves Rs 1.2-lakh cr off consumer goods stocks

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

While FMCG companies lose Rs 98,928 crore in m-cap, consumer durables stocks are down Rs 20,673 crore since November 8.

When politicians made a mockery of the farmers' protest

When politicians made a mockery of the farmers' protest

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

None of them who took to the dais at the farmers' morcha spoke about the Forest Rights Act, lack of irrigation facilities, minimum support price, and under-employment among the tribals, issues dear to the agitationists, says Prasanna D Zore.