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For 'Make in India', first 'Innovate in India'

For 'Make in India', first 'Innovate in India'

Rediff.com7 May 2015

The 'Make in India' vision cannot survive in the long-term without concrete measures to build a concurrent 'Create in India' movement.

Be prepared for hot summers on the India-China border

Be prepared for hot summers on the India-China border

Rediff.com15 May 2020

'The potential of one such LAC engagement going out of control and leading to heavy casualties cannot be ruled out,' warns Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Come, Make in India, for India and the world: Modi at GES

Come, Make in India, for India and the world: Modi at GES

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

"I invite each one of you to become a partner in India's growth story. And once again assure you of our wholehearted support."

PE funding likely to shrink if founders have the last word

PE funding likely to shrink if founders have the last word

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

Most of the unicorns or billion-dollar valuation firms including Flipkart, Paytm and Ola have had the maximum stakes owned by foreign funds. The founders of all these firms have either single digit stakes in their companies or in low double digits.

'Farm income will double in 2024'

'Farm income will double in 2024'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

'To bring about a paradigm shift in farmers's income, we need to change our approach to agriculture, and transit from the narrow prism of cultivation to a full-fledged enterprise, by building all associated supply chain linkages.' 'This alone will make the farmer an entrepreneur in his own right.'

Have zero tolerance for corruption, black money: PM @ G20

Have zero tolerance for corruption, black money: PM @ G20

Rediff.com5 Sep 2016

The prime minister said a stable global economic and financial system is imperative for growth as it promotes inclusive and sustainable growth.

'He is human': Bengaluru FC coach backs Chhetri

'He is human': Bengaluru FC coach backs Chhetri

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

Bayern come from behind to beat gutsy Mainz 2-1 and widen gap.

India needs strong, stable govt for next 10 yrs; weak coalitions bad: Doval

India needs strong, stable govt for next 10 yrs; weak coalitions bad: Doval

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

Fragmented polity will make it impossible for India to realise its will because weak governments are unable to take hard decisions, the NSA said.

PM holds talks with UAE crown prince, denounce terrorism in all forms

PM holds talks with UAE crown prince, denounce terrorism in all forms

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Apart from key bilateral issues, the two leaders also discussed situation in the region, particularly in wake of the increasing threat of terrorism and extremism from various sources including the Islamic State militant group.

India, US to set up high-level working group on IPR

India, US to set up high-level working group on IPR

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

New Delhi has always maintained that its IPR regime is fully compliant with all international laws.

This is why the Indian economy has managed to remain stable

This is why the Indian economy has managed to remain stable

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Low oil prices also means effectively transfer of wealth from the producing nations to the consuming nations

Oppn urges Prez not to sign 'unconstitutionally' passed farm bills

Oppn urges Prez not to sign 'unconstitutionally' passed farm bills

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

In a meeting with the President on behalf of these 18 non-National Democratic Alliance parties, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad said he has requested the President to return the bills, and only give his assent after they have been passed after following proper rules and procedures.

ARIIA: A true sangam of Lakshmi and Saraswati

ARIIA: A true sangam of Lakshmi and Saraswati

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

'If India has to emerge as the world's laboratory and a global innovation hub, the minds of our youngsters must get an opportunity to flourish.'

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

Amit Shah to inaugurate mobile congress on Monday

Amit Shah to inaugurate mobile congress on Monday

Rediff.com13 Oct 2019

Home minister heads several groups of ministers, including the one to decide the revival package for Bharat Sanchar Nigam and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam. His ministry also takes decisive calls on national security in relation to telecom operations as well as equipment and technology used in the industry.

Saddened my voice in support of farmers was not heard: Harsimrat

Saddened my voice in support of farmers was not heard: Harsimrat

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

She resigned soon after her husband and SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal strongly opposed the bills in Lok Sabha on Thursday night, claiming these proposed legislations will "destroy" the agriculture sector in Punjab, and announced that Harsimrat Kaur Badal will quit the government in protest against these three bills.

Pak is illegally occupying parts of J&K: India at UNHRC

Pak is illegally occupying parts of J&K: India at UNHRC

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

The whole state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. Pakistan remains in illegal occupation of a part of our territory Ajit Kumar, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of India to UN offices and other International Organisations said in a statement.

Energy, health care sectors gain from Modi's UK visit

Energy, health care sectors gain from Modi's UK visit

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day visit to Britain has seen India and the UK agreeing on Rs 90,000 crore deals.

Farmers must climb down

Farmers must climb down

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

The government's predicament is a result of its own doing: That of not ensuring adequate buy-in by the stakeholders before passage of the laws, notes Vivek Gumaste.

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'The Mumbai-Pune Olympics will be help shift the country's gaze to a region that denotes a new formula for sports, enterprise, and nation building,' argues Shashank Mani Tripathi.

Mutual fund industry's hopelist for Jaitley

Mutual fund industry's hopelist for Jaitley

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

MFs continue to find it difficult to attract and retain long-term money from investors

Is Saudi-Pak relationship under threat?

Is Saudi-Pak relationship under threat?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Given all the turbulence created by Pakistan Foreign Minister Qureshi's unexpected tirade against Saudi Arabia, it is likely to be business as usual between the two countries, albeit with a bit of caution on the part of both, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Govt may tweak FDI clause in draft e-commerce policy

Govt may tweak FDI clause in draft e-commerce policy

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

The draft favoured up to 49 per cent foreign equity in inventory model in the case of 100 per cent made in India products sold through Indian management-controlled platforms with resident Indian founders/promoters.

India invites FDI from Singapore

India invites FDI from Singapore

Rediff.com8 Sep 2003

India has invited Singapore to explore opportunities of investing in township development projects and mass rapid transit systems, where 100 per cent foreign direct investment is allowed.

GCC, ASEAN stress to enhance cooperation

GCC, ASEAN stress to enhance cooperation

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

The Gulf Cooperation Council and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have decided to enhance cooperation in the economic, commercial, investment, educational, cultural and media fields.

US monitoring Ladakh situation 'very closely': Defence secy

US monitoring Ladakh situation 'very closely': Defence secy

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Esper also highlighted the 'increased' military cooperation with India and called it as 'one of the most important defence relationships of the 21th century'.

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Farmer leaders on Saturday said the protesting unions stand firm on their demand of a complete repeal of the three agri laws and asserted that they are ready for talks with the government, but that should be held without any condition.

Have $500,000? You can become a US citizen

Have $500,000? You can become a US citizen

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Under the EB-5 visa programme you can become a US citizen provided you invest $500,000 in an approved project and create targeted employment. But only 700 Indians can do so each year.

Govt asks Apple to manufacture, export more from India

Govt asks Apple to manufacture, export more from India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

Apple and Samsung are international players and should work as a team with domestic companies to transform India into a global powerhouse: IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad.

Make in India is not a strategy, it is a logo

Make in India is not a strategy, it is a logo

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

'Modi's strategy to redesign India's economy was Make in India, but that has flopped,' says Aakar Patel.

Allow foreign brokers in comexes: DIPP

Allow foreign brokers in comexes: DIPP

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

DIPP's proposal is believed to have the support of the ministry of consumer affairs, food and public distribution and was originally mooted by the Forward Markets Commission.

Does Priyanka love Rhinos?

Does Priyanka love Rhinos?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Or does Priyanka Chopra's love for Assam go beyond that?

Should young children learn how to code?

Should young children learn how to code?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Parents should enroll their children in coding classes only as a leisure time activity, that too with strict curbs on screen time.

US-China trade war: How India stands to GAIN!

US-China trade war: How India stands to GAIN!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

China is on the lookout for investment pastures where its money is welcome, safe and earns a decent return. India also needs vast investment - about $1 trillion over the next 10-15 years - in infrastructure, green energy, transportation and heavy industry, says Ravi Bhoothalingam.

Blackstone, GIC rivalry keeps Indian realty pot boiling

Blackstone, GIC rivalry keeps Indian realty pot boiling

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Aggressive acquisitions & deep pockets fuel real estate competition; experts suggest future partnership

Chinese parliament ratifies BRICS Bank agreement

Chinese parliament ratifies BRICS Bank agreement

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The bank will have initial authorised capital of $100 billion

Now, investor awareness on long-distance trains

Now, investor awareness on long-distance trains

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

Seventeen coaches will be splashed with the images of Nifty, NSE's flagship index. Inside, important investor awareness messages will be given on panels, with the message being 'invest carefully'.

FinMin, watchdogs worried about Sahara-NSEL ties

FinMin, watchdogs worried about Sahara-NSEL ties

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

The finance ministry and several agencies under it such as the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which are investigating the affairs of Sahara India Parivar, are worried about its exposure to National Spot Exchange Ltd (NSEL) products.

Why Indian telcos love China's Huawei, ZTE

Why Indian telcos love China's Huawei, ZTE

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

'The huge amount of investments being made by telcos in India for telecom gear, there is no way this demand could be met only by Europeans.' 'The Chinese are quick in installation and offer great value for money.'

Success lessons from a multi-millionaire

Success lessons from a multi-millionaire

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Rishabh Lawania's three tips for success: 1. Innovate. 2. Fail fast. 3. Always see ahead of time.