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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.

Dabba Cartel Review: High Five!

Dabba Cartel Review: High Five!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Dabba Cartel's reluctant black comedy in the body of a crime thriller starts out interestingly enough to accomplish its Narcos: Thane aspirations, notes Sukanya Verma.

Arms case: SC relief to two Maoist sympathisers over delayed trials

Arms case: SC relief to two Maoist sympathisers over delayed trials

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The Supreme Court of India has expressed concern over the protracted trials in heinous offences related to Maoist activities, stating that indefinite incarceration violates the right to liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution. Two separate benches of the court granted relief to two accused, citing the delayed trials. One bench expedited the trial of a man accused of transporting ammunition for a banned organization, while the other granted bail to a man accused of transporting materials for Naxal activities. The court emphasized the importance of speedy trials and suggested the establishment of special courts to handle Maoist-related cases, aiming to expedite proceedings. The court also criticized the practice of examining an excessive number of witnesses, which can lead to indefinite delays in the conclusion of trials.

Ready to work with CPI-M to save country: Mamata on note ban

Ready to work with CPI-M to save country: Mamata on note ban

Rediff.com12 Nov 2016

The WB CM visited three banks and several ATMs at Sarat Bose Road, Bhawanipore and Chowringhee and spoke to the people there. "These are all common people. Let the government nab the real culprits," Banerjee said.

'Manipur Will Celebrate R-Day Come What May'

'Manipur Will Celebrate R-Day Come What May'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

'We are not anti-national like these armed secessionists. We have no intention of breaking away from the Indian Union.'

Take extra care to lessen suffering of poor post note ban: Prez:

Take extra care to lessen suffering of poor post note ban: Prez:

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday cautioned that poor cannot wait for long and they need to get succour "here and now", in remarks that come against the backdrop of demonetisation which, he said, may lead to temporary slowdown of economy.

Brawl breaks out as Maha wrestler kicks referee on chest

Brawl breaks out as Maha wrestler kicks referee on chest

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

In the final match between Mohol and Mahendra Gaikwad, the latter left the bout with 16 seconds remaining and later abused referees, for which he too was suspended by the controlling authority for three years.

Note ban woes: GDP slows to 6.1% during Jan - Mar

Note ban woes: GDP slows to 6.1% during Jan - Mar

Rediff.com31 May 2017

The demonetisation seems to have impacted the GVA in the third as well as fourth quarter of 2016-17 which slipped to 6.7 per cent and 5.6 per cent respectively, from 7.3 per cent and 8.7 per cent.

Elgar Parishad case: HC flags violation of Article 21

Elgar Parishad case: HC flags violation of Article 21

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Prolonged incarceration without trial amounts to infringement of the right to life under the Constitution, the Bombay high court said while urging a special court to expedite the trial in the 2018 Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case.

India's gold demand up 15% in Q1 post note ban

India's gold demand up 15% in Q1 post note ban

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Going ahead, the likely implementation of the goods and services tax bill in July and how the monsoons play out will have a bearing on India's demand for gold and gold jewellery

GST is 'Gabbar Singh Tax', says Rahul; mocks Modi on note ban

GST is 'Gabbar Singh Tax', says Rahul; mocks Modi on note ban

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Gandhi attacked Modi and the BJP while latching on to the bribery allegation made by Narendra Patel, an activist of the Hardik Patel-led Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti.

No note ban debate for 15th day; Opposition calls Centre 'shameless'

No note ban debate for 15th day; Opposition calls Centre 'shameless'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Venkaiah Naidu said 'let there be a discussion... November 8 is a historic day'.

Nitish makes U-tun on note ban, says it was a monumental mismanagement

Nitish makes U-tun on note ban, says it was a monumental mismanagement

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Breaking from opposition ranks, the JD-U chief had supported the demonetisation move taken by the PM.

Retail car sales up 3.5% in Dec despite note ban

Retail car sales up 3.5% in Dec despite note ban

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Maruti Suzuki's inventory across its dealerships is a 100,000 vehicles at the end of any month. However, it was only 34,000 vehicles at the end of December 2016.

Why advance GDP estimates won't fully capture note ban effect

Why advance GDP estimates won't fully capture note ban effect

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Much of the Q3 data will simply not be available for the CSO to factor in its calculation.

Parliament sees least productive session in 15 years, courtesy note ban

Parliament sees least productive session in 15 years, courtesy note ban

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

The only other legislative action was the approval of the Supplementary Demands for Grants.

Note ban pain short-term, more positives in long term: Jaitley

Note ban pain short-term, more positives in long term: Jaitley

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

"When you switch over, it creates disruption. I don't see disruption lasting too long. You may see the impact for a quarter or so. Then when you look at next 12-15 quarters, it's certainly going to benefit," Jaitley said at the HT Leadership Summit in New Delhi.

SC asks Centre for steps to ease Bharat's note ban agony

SC asks Centre for steps to ease Bharat's note ban agony

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Senior advocate P Chidambaram, appearing for co-operative banks, questioned the government's decision, saying that the rural economy was almost paralysed due to the non-inclusion of co-operative banks.

Bengaluru bans non-essential usage of potable water

Bengaluru bans non-essential usage of potable water

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Amid water crisis in the city, Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has banned usage of potable water for non-essential purposes and those found violating the prohibitory order would be fined Rs 5,000.

Elgar: SC notes long detention, delay in charges, grants bail to activist

Elgar: SC notes long detention, delay in charges, grants bail to activist

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

In a relief to academic-activist Shoma Kanti Sen, arrested in June 2018 in connection with the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, the Supreme Court on Friday granted her bail while taking cognisance of the "composite effect" of the delay in framing charges coupled with her prolonged detention.

Centre dares for note ban debate; Opposition firm on PM's apology, voting

Centre dares for note ban debate; Opposition firm on PM's apology, voting

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Jaitley said the Opposition has been using the zero hour to raise the issue for 'getting footage on TV'.

HC grants bail to Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale in Elgar Parishad case

HC grants bail to Rona Wilson, Sudhir Dhawale in Elgar Parishad case

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to researcher Rona Wilson and activist Sudhir Dhawale, arrested in the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case. The court noted that they had been in jail since 2018 and the trial was yet to start. The court said the two had spent more than six years in jail as under-trial prisoners. The NIA, the prosecution agency, did not seek a stay to the HC order. Eight other activists have been granted bail in the case, which pertains to provocative speeches allegedly delivered at the Elgar Parishad conclave held in Pune on December 31, 2017.

No ban on posthumous reproduction if consent is proven: HC

No ban on posthumous reproduction if consent is proven: HC

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The court said the decision shall be communicated by the Union ministry of health and family welfare for considering whether any law, enactment, or guidelines are required to address issues related to posthumous reproduction or post-mortal reproduction.

Deep State And Beyond: The Rise of Conspiracy Theories

Deep State And Beyond: The Rise of Conspiracy Theories

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

From bhikshus of Ashokan 3rd century BC and medieval Sufis to Oxfam, Omidyar and Soros now, non-State actors have any real power only when they work in conjunction with a real State, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

The Aamir Khan You Don't Know

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'Had anyone asked me if I was Aamir Khan, I would have admitted to it.' Senior movie journalist Roshmila Bhattacharya flips through the pages of her many interactions with Aamir Khan, who turned 60 on March 14.

Chidambaram likens bullet train to note ban, says it will kill everything

Chidambaram likens bullet train to note ban, says it will kill everything

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

The bullet train project, linking Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is not for ordinary people but an "ego trip for the high and mighty", he alleged.

BCCI avoid blame: Greater Noida venue could face ICC ban

BCCI avoid blame: Greater Noida venue could face ICC ban

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

The BCCI isn't involved in this Test match. It was the Afghanistan Cricket Board's choice and the Greater Noida Authority was supposed to provide them with international standard facilities.

Ban on construction, diesel cars lifted in Delhi as air quality improves

Ban on construction, diesel cars lifted in Delhi as air quality improves

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Preventive measures are in place and the forecast suggests further improvement, said the statutory body responsible for forming air pollution reduction strategies for the region and their implementation.

Hammer thrower Rachna Kumari banned for 12 years

Hammer thrower Rachna Kumari banned for 12 years

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Kumari's dope sample, taken out-of-competition by the AIU last year, was found to contain steroids

Chennai sole bright spot in realty market hit by note ban, RERA

Chennai sole bright spot in realty market hit by note ban, RERA

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

Launch of new residential projects in top eight cities -- Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, National Capital Region (NCR) and Pune -- came down by 41 per cent in first half of 2017.

What Is A Front-Running Scam?

What Is A Front-Running Scam?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

Front-running is a fraudulent practice where traders exploit advance knowledge of large client orders for personal profit.

Small traders hit by note ban, pain to linger for 3 quarters

Small traders hit by note ban, pain to linger for 3 quarters

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

In 50 days, 60% of the work force was let off in retail, agri, textile and other sectors.

Sebi bans Anil Ambani, 24 other entities from securities mkt for 5-yrs

Sebi bans Anil Ambani, 24 other entities from securities mkt for 5-yrs

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Markets regulator Sebi has barred industrialist Anil Ambani, 24 other entities, including former key officials of Reliance Home Finance from the securities market for five years for diversion of funds from the company. Sebi has imposed a penalty of Rs 25 crore on Ambani and restrained him from being associated with the securities market including as a director or Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) in any listed company, or any intermediary registered with the market regulator, for a period of 5 years.

Note ban pain set to get worse with US Fed rate hike

Note ban pain set to get worse with US Fed rate hike

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

An expected withdrawal of FIIs from the market likely to weaken the rupee against the dollar.

One person cannot take decision for 125 cr people: Sena attacks PM over note ban

One person cannot take decision for 125 cr people: Sena attacks PM over note ban

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Uddhav said there was no point in Modi becoming emotional at a time when people have tears in their eyes.

Note ban comes as a deep cut for world's diamond polishing hub

Note ban comes as a deep cut for world's diamond polishing hub

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

In the third of a six-part series, Business Standard travels through diamond and textile units in Surat to assess the impact of demonetisation.

PM has done world's biggest impromptu financial experiment: Rahul on note ban

PM has done world's biggest impromptu financial experiment: Rahul on note ban

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

"We feel there is a scam behind this decision," Rahul said.

Heeding Azad, Partition Could Have Been Prevented

Heeding Azad, Partition Could Have Been Prevented

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Abul Kalam Azad chose not to contest Congress Presidency and to throw his weight behind Nehru, instead of Patel, a decision he would come to regret. Patel would have seen his plan through, while Nehru, in Azad's opinion 'gave Jinnah the opportunity to sabotage' it, notes Aakar Patel.

As 99% banned notes return, Opposition takes on PM

As 99% banned notes return, Opposition takes on PM

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

Chidambaram questioned the Narendra Modi government whether its demonetisation decision was designed to convert black money into white.

Terrorists killed in J-K's Akhnoor were Jaish men, infiltrated from PoK

Terrorists killed in J-K's Akhnoor were Jaish men, infiltrated from PoK

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

According to intelligence reports, the terrorists entered the Akhnoor region through the Battal area, and a wireless set seized from them confirmed their association with the JeM.