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Retain service tax and excise duty rate

Retain service tax and excise duty rate

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Reduction in corporate tax rate: In view of the fact that the present Budget is expected to be intermediate in nature, insofar as it would pave the way forward for DTC, it will be commendable if CTR in FY 2012-13 is brought down at least to match the proposed rate of flat 30 per cent in the DTC.

Sushil's World Championship return after eight years lasts just one bout

Sushil's World Championship return after eight years lasts just one bout

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Sagaliuk's defeat in quarterfinals shut the repechage door on the Indian.

5 simple yoga poses to teach your kids

5 simple yoga poses to teach your kids

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

These poses will help your child connect with nature, learn more about animals and stay fit while doing so.

Stretch it out like this yogini

Stretch it out like this yogini

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Yogini Nacy Singh has become an Instagram sensation with over 12,000 followers.

Why SEZs in India have failed

Why SEZs in India have failed

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Special Economic Zones are likely to be central to realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious Make in India agenda.

'Serena Williams not favourite -- yet'

'Serena Williams not favourite -- yet'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Serena Williams has clicked into gear so quickly on her Wimbledon return it is hard to believe she has played only a handful of matches

PHOTOS: A prison where people go to relax

PHOTOS: A prison where people go to relax

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Since 2013, the 'Prison Inside Me' facility in northeast Hongcheon has hosted more than 2,000 inmates, many of them stressed office workers and students.

PIX: Liverpool in last 16; Manchester City on course

PIX: Liverpool in last 16; Manchester City on course

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Images from Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

Wrestling: Furious Mongolians strip off over bronze medal defeat

Wrestling: Furious Mongolians strip off over bronze medal defeat

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Two Mongolian coaches stripped off and hurled their shoes in protest on Sunday after their wrestler Mandakhnaran Ganzorig was denied victory for running away from his Uzbek opponent in the dying seconds of their bronze medal contest.

PAN-based database of taxpayers in the works

PAN-based database of taxpayers in the works

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Database to contain taxable financial transactions and history of any tax-paying individual.

Pressure will determine whether Djokovic is back: Wilander

Pressure will determine whether Djokovic is back: Wilander

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

'When it's easy it's going to be no problem. When it gets tough that's when you know what's going to hold up and what's not'

Champions League: Real frustrate Liverpool; City reach semis

Champions League: Real frustrate Liverpool; City reach semis

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Real Madrid moved into the semi-finals of the Champions League after their makeshift defence held on for 0-0 second-leg draw with Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday to complete a 3-1 aggregate win.

Why lukewarm reception would not faze Sharapova

Why lukewarm reception would not faze Sharapova

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Maria Sharapova will not care less what reception she receives when she plays her first Australian Open match since completing a doping ban on Tuesday, according to three-times Melbourne winner Mats Wilander.

Why Muguruza is the favourite to win French Open

Why Muguruza is the favourite to win French Open

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Former men's champion Mats Wilander believes third seed Muguruza now looks like the most likely champion, having not dropped a set and thrashing Maria Sharapova on Wednesday.

'I am going to usher a new style of politics'

'I am going to usher a new style of politics'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'If I win, my victory will shatter the belief that caste is all that matters in Bihar.'

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'.

Budget has no good news for pharma sector

Budget has no good news for pharma sector

Rediff.com1 Mar 2011

Excise duty on formulations has increased from 4 per cent to 5 per cent.

Railways may convert 20,000 coaches into isolation wards

Railways may convert 20,000 coaches into isolation wards

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

In a letter to all the zonal general managers on Monday, the board has said that initially 5,000 coaches will be converted.

Won't allow any terror group to attack from Pakistani soil: Imran

Won't allow any terror group to attack from Pakistani soil: Imran

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Khan said Pakistan wants peace with India but will retaliate in case of any "aggression" by the neighbouring country.

Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The iconic player concluded a historic 15-year career, where he has led several teams to victory and grown the sport in the country.

Champions League PIX: Porto down Juve; Dortmund win

Champions League PIX: Porto down Juve; Dortmund win

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

IMAGES from Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

'Scary' Wawrinka is hot title threat

'Scary' Wawrinka is hot title threat

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

If Stanislas Wawrinka's hot streak extends another four days, the Swiss might be unstoppable in his quest for a second French Open title, three-time former champion Mats Wilander said.

Sushmita's post-workout selfie is all the motivation you'll need today

Sushmita's post-workout selfie is all the motivation you'll need today

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

At 42, she's inspiring people to get fitter.

This former champ tells it straight on Day 4 at Roland Garros

This former champ tells it straight on Day 4 at Roland Garros

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

The Swedish former world number one is in the French capital soaking up all the action as a presenter for broadcaster Eurosport's daily flagship show 'Game, Set and Mats'.

Flying gets cheaper! SpiceJet offers fares for Re 1

Flying gets cheaper! SpiceJet offers fares for Re 1

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Budget airline SpiceJet has launched the best offer this summer.

8 simple asanas for beginners

8 simple asanas for beginners

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Yoga instructor and meditation expert Paloma Gangopadhyay shows you how to get started with yoga at home.

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Yoga expert Shikha Pandey tells you how effective breathing can help you balance your energies and improve the health of your lungs.

Sitharaman cuts corporate tax to China's level, 'historic' says PM

Sitharaman cuts corporate tax to China's level, 'historic' says PM

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Companies in China, South Korea and Indonesia pay 25 per cent tax, while those in Malaysia pay 24 per cent. Only Japan has a higher tax than India at 30.6 per cent. Hong Kong has the lowest corporate tax rate of 16.5 per cent while Singapore has 17 per cent rate and Thailand and Vietnam levy 20 per cent tax on companies.

How Vinesh Phogat sealed Olympic berth

How Vinesh Phogat sealed Olympic berth

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

'I was not nervous because I had to wrestle strong opponents. It is a World Championship and qualifying for the Olympics was very important for me, so that nervousness was there'

CWG champion Sushil doesn't want to 'hold on to grudges'

CWG champion Sushil doesn't want to 'hold on to grudges'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

That was a phase, this is also a phase -- was philosophical Sushil Kumar's first reaction as he celebrated his third successive gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, the build-up to which was marred by a selection controversy and questions over his fitness.

'Wimbledon is Federer's best chance to win 21st slam'

'Wimbledon is Federer's best chance to win 21st slam'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Federer, a 20-times Grand Slam champion and the world number three, won the last of his eight Wimbledon titles in 2017 and is seeded second this year behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic.

10 tips to keep your PARENTS SAFE

10 tips to keep your PARENTS SAFE

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

>While it is natural to feel worried about elderly parents, it would be wiser to be well prepared so you can handle situations in a calm and efficient manner, says Dr Vijay Janagama, director, new initiatives, SuVitas Holistic Healthcare.

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

The other side of Dhoni: When Captain Cool's temper flared up on field

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

There were times when MS Dhoni let emotions get the better of him.

Insurers, NBFCs heave sigh of relief

Insurers, NBFCs heave sigh of relief

Rediff.com16 Jun 2010

Insurance firms and non-banking finance companies are heaving a sigh of relief as the revised draft of the Direct Taxes Code has suggested that book profits rather than gross assets be used to calculate the minimum alternate tax, or MAT, for both groups.

Time to re-brand tennis

Time to re-brand tennis

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Currently the men's and women's Tours operate independently, although there are a handful of events featuring male and female draws, one of which is the Madrid Open that will be played as a 'virtual tournament' next week. Mat Wilander says the break will be much tougher for the younger players such as Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev than the likes of world number one Novak Djokovic, Federer and Nadal.

Sitting too much? Try these 10 exercises

Sitting too much? Try these 10 exercises

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

These exercises should be done thrice a day for 20 minutes, says Dr Shreyas Katharani.

Modi regrets not learning 'world's oldest language' Tamil

Modi regrets not learning 'world's oldest language' Tamil

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said he regrets not being able to learn the world's oldest language Tamil during his long political innings as a chief minister and prime minister.

EPL: James' stunner helps Chelsea sink Brighton

EPL: James' stunner helps Chelsea sink Brighton

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Chelsea got their Premier League campaign on track after 20-year-old right back Reece James helped them to a 3-1 win at Brighton & Hove Albion with a spectacular goal on Monday.

Federer warns against internal battles as tennis bodies clash

Federer warns against internal battles as tennis bodies clash

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Tennis must avoid "internal battles" if its growth is to keep pace with other sports, Roger Federer said on Monday in response to news that the ATP was to launch a revamped World Team Cup.

Parliament ready for first-of-its-kind monsoon session

Parliament ready for first-of-its-kind monsoon session

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

In run-up to the session, while over 4,000 people including MPs and staff have been tested for COVID-19, most parliamentary operations have been digitalized, entire premises sanitised and doors made touch-free.