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'Demonetisation cost India Rs 10 lakh crore'

'Demonetisation cost India Rs 10 lakh crore'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'Those who should have been affected benefitted from demonetisation.' 'And the vast majority who should not have been affected lost out.' 'That is the ultimate result of demonetisation.'

No Time To Lose On Afghanistan

No Time To Lose On Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

The key is to act and not wait and watch before the limited window of opportunity shuts, argues Shanthie Mariet D'Souza.

IN PIX: Crazy things people do to get well soon

IN PIX: Crazy things people do to get well soon

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

We present some of the most unusual and bizarre treatments people undergo to rid themselves of sickness.

Sports Shorts: Boxer Vijender set for US debut next year

Sports Shorts: Boxer Vijender set for US debut next year

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

Vote-on-account extremely disappointing, says Modi

Vote-on-account extremely disappointing, says Modi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Modi, however, welcomed the announcement of 'one rank-one pension' for defence forces.

'Modi's Gujarat model is highly undemocratic, autocratic'

'Modi's Gujarat model is highly undemocratic, autocratic'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

'Corporates decide the development and social needs of the people in Gujarat. It is not that Modi is the new inventor of Gujarat.' Social scientist Dr P Radhakrishnan, whose new book Political Villainy, UPA's Fall, AAP's Surge hit the stands recently, discusses the implications of the 2014 election.

Real Madrid players agree to 10-20 percent wage cut

Real Madrid players agree to 10-20 percent wage cut

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Real Madrid's playing and coaching staff have voluntarily agreed to take a wage cut of between 10 and 20 percent this year to help the club deal with the stoppage caused by the coronavirus outbreak, the La Liga side said in a statement on Wednesday. While Bundesliga club Schalke 04 have asked season ticket holders to waive their right to a rebate and help the cash-strapped club through the lockdown due to the novel coronavirus outbreak.

Forget gloom, Indian economy is strong: Tata

Forget gloom, Indian economy is strong: Tata

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

Differing with some of the leading corporate voices against perceived policy paralysis in the government, industrialist Ratan Tata on Thursday said there is no need to be pessimistic because of the global uncertainties as India's economic fundamentals are strong.

What ails the Indian economy?

What ails the Indian economy?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Dr Rakesh Mohan, former RBI deputy governor, and Dr Pronab Sen, former chairman of the Indian Statistical Commission discuss the issues facing the Indian rural and manufacturing sectors and what the government must possibly do to improve demand and perk up the Indian economy

India is the most difficult country to do business in: Study

India is the most difficult country to do business in: Study

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The study also pegs India as the country having highest external political risks.

Cong challenges Modi government for debate on its 2-yr performance

Cong challenges Modi government for debate on its 2-yr performance

Rediff.com28 May 2016

"We would like to challenge this government for a debate at any time and any place of their choosing on the 2 years of NDA-BJP Government", party spokesman Manish Tewari told media persons targetting the government over its record in governance.

India's economic crisis will deepen, say business leaders

India's economic crisis will deepen, say business leaders

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

The conclusion is derived from a Business Standard poll of CEOs, bankers, market players & economists.

Indian investors go overseas to shop for infra projects

Indian investors go overseas to shop for infra projects

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

As domestic opportunities diminish, investors look abroad for these projects.

Why the Indian economy is a sinking ship under UPA

Why the Indian economy is a sinking ship under UPA

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

The United Progressive Alliance's (UPA) growth story is far from truth and is mere a statistical jugglery.

It's a big challenge to revive the Indian economy

It's a big challenge to revive the Indian economy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

The Indian economy is in deep crisis, and it will take at least two years to recover if we have a focused government.

UPA's decade of growth the highest for India

UPA's decade of growth the highest for India

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Figures don't lie. And they say the UPA's 10 years of economic growth is slightly better than the previous 10 years of growth. End of debate.

Dr Singh set to face some uncomfortable questions today

Dr Singh set to face some uncomfortable questions today

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will seek to dispel the perception of policy paralysis on Friday when he addresses a press conference during which he is expected to spell out the steps taken to boost the economy besides addressing issues of corruption and price rise.

IMF punches holes in India's growth revival story

IMF punches holes in India's growth revival story

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

It says RBI may have to continue raising rates; prescribes floating sovereign bonds, going for NRI forex swaps again.

From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy

From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

The Indian economy is in deep crisis, and it will take at least two years to recover -- and that if we have a focused government. The challenges are immense as it will take a long while to overcome the policy paralysis of the last few years, says Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, in the first of our series on what awaits the next government on the economic front

From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy

From boom to doom: An uphill task to revive the economy

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

The Indian economy is in deep crisis, and it will take at least two years to recover -- and that if we have a focused government. The challenges are immense as it will take a long while to overcome the policy paralysis of the last few years, says Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, in the first of our series on what awaits the next government on the economic front

10 tips to be careful about hypertension

10 tips to be careful about hypertension

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Dr Praveen Kulkarni, senior cardiologist at Global Hospital, Mumbai explains why youngsters need to be careful about their lifestyle to prevent hypertension.

Poem from The Anda Cell: Now We Have More Freedoms

Poem from The Anda Cell: Now We Have More Freedoms

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

When Hadiya Standing her ground In the courtroom was compelled to beg: 'I want freedom' I ceased to breathe in my prison cell

Poem from the Anda Cell: I Refused to Die

Poem from the Anda Cell: I Refused to Die

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

The sad thing is that They don't know how to make me die

Modi has ambitious plans to put India in the $5-trillion club

Modi has ambitious plans to put India in the $5-trillion club

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Modi said it is an outcome of India's consistent reforms trajectory that the country's position is getting credence globally and is being recognised by international bodies like the IMF, World Economic Forum and UNCTAD.

'Covid will be a death sentence for Saibaba'

'Covid will be a death sentence for Saibaba'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

'Saibaba has 19 ailments, including severe heart and kidney problems.' 'Even healthy persons find their systems failing after Covid.' 'What will happen to someone like Saibaba?', Professor G N Saibaba's wife asks Jyoti Punwani.

India Inc is equally to BLAME for the current MESS!

India Inc is equally to BLAME for the current MESS!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

Business has paid a pittance for farmers' land, indulged in widespread illegal mining, and cheated on 'green' commitments.

CRPF jawan feeds boy in J-K, wins hearts on Twitter

CRPF jawan feeds boy in J-K, wins hearts on Twitter

Rediff.com14 May 2019

A video of Head Constable Iqbal Singh feeding the boy has gone viral on social media and has won plaudits for the security forces operating in Kashmir.

What Modi got wrong about the economy

What Modi got wrong about the economy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'There has been far too much overconfidence about the size and composition of the Indian consumer economy,' notes Mihir S Sharma.

Strong govt doesn't move always in right direction: RBI chief

Strong govt doesn't move always in right direction: RBI chief

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

India needs more specialists with domain knowledge and experience.

Cabinet rejig: Salman becomes MEA; Moily gets petroleum

Cabinet rejig: Salman becomes MEA; Moily gets petroleum

Rediff.com28 Oct 2012

Salman Khurshid was on Sunday made the external affairs minister and Veerappa Moily given petroleum portfolio as Prime Minister Manmohan Singh undertook a major reshuffle of Council of Ministers and inducted 17 new faces.

'India's economic troubles self-inflicted'

'India's economic troubles self-inflicted'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

The report expressed doubts over reforms even post-2014.

Foreign firms not leaving India on policy issues: Govt

Foreign firms not leaving India on policy issues: Govt

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Also said that instances of corporate frauds are on the rise.

India Inc's views on the Presidential election drama

India Inc's views on the Presidential election drama

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

With political uncertainty reaching a new high, India Inc gets more anxious.

Despite protests PM may go ahead with his reform agenda

Despite protests PM may go ahead with his reform agenda

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Opposition as well as UPA allies are in a mood to declare war on the Congress-led government on the FDI and fuel price issue, reports Renu Mittal

Kerala Leftist leader Simon Britto passes away

Kerala Leftist leader Simon Britto passes away

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

In 1983, he became the vice-president of the SFI (Kerala). He suffered paralysis in his lower body during a violent clash between student unions.

Gadkari accuses UPA of governance deficit

Gadkari accuses UPA of governance deficit

Rediff.com18 Aug 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party chief ministers and key party leaders from states on Saturday got together to discuss the economic situation in the country and issues of governance and federalism with party president Nitin Gadkari accusing UPA of "governance deficit" and "policy paralysis".

Why are FIIs in love with India?

Why are FIIs in love with India?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Corporate India's growth in the quarter ended June was the slowest in years and profitability has never been under more stress.

Goal is to recover pre-crisis momentum: Pranab

Goal is to recover pre-crisis momentum: Pranab

Rediff.com4 May 2012

The Finance Minister said despite adverse international environment, India managed to maintain GDP growth rate of about 7 per cent in 2011-12.

Veteran actress Achla Sachdev passes away

Veteran actress Achla Sachdev passes away

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

The actress was 92.

What makes a service firm SUCCESSFUL? A few secrets

What makes a service firm SUCCESSFUL? A few secrets

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

It is about a systematic approach to human resources planning and development built on a bedrock of fairness and equitable treatment, and augmented by inspired leadership -- an aspect of management that is both a science and an art form.