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Sharad Pawar Has Bought Time

Sharad Pawar Has Bought Time

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Soon, it will become clear if he has acted to save his party, checkmate the BJP and show his relevance, observe Sunil Gatade and Venkatesh Kesari.

Another BSF man posts video, claims liquor for force sold to outsiders

Another BSF man posts video, claims liquor for force sold to outsiders

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

The claim comes close on the heels of a BSF jawan's video who alleged poor quality food was being served to the personnel in 29 Battalion in Poonch.

Post demonetisation: How to earn more

Post demonetisation: How to earn more

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

How investors can tweak their fixed income investments to earn more in the current environment.

'Hid in jungle for 2 hrs': Gujarat Cong MLA claims attack by BJP

'Hid in jungle for 2 hrs': Gujarat Cong MLA claims attack by BJP

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Just hours before voting in the second phase of Gujarat assembly polls on Monday, Congress sitting MLA Kanti Kharadi from Scheduled Tribes reserved Danta seat in Banaskantha district in North Gujarat has claimed that he was assaulted by the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Ladhu Parghi.

As 16-year-old girl is stabbed 20 times in Delhi, public shoots video

As 16-year-old girl is stabbed 20 times in Delhi, public shoots video

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The couple was in a relationship but had a quarrel on Saturday. On Sunday, the victim planned to attend the birthday party of her friend's son but was accosted and stabbed repeatedly. She was also hit with a stone

Ajit Pawar doesn't know why Sharad Pawar met Adani

Ajit Pawar doesn't know why Sharad Pawar met Adani

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Addressing a press conference in Pune, Pawar also responded to a query on Thursday's meeting between industrialist Gautam Adani and NCP chief Sharad Pawar, saying the two know each other and there is nothing wrong if two such persons meet.

4 smart ways to save big when shopping online

4 smart ways to save big when shopping online

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Websites that compare product prices and offer cashback can help you get attractive deals and discounts.

Not Filed Your ITR Yet?! Read This Now!

Not Filed Your ITR Yet?! Read This Now!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Missing the deadline for filing Income Tax returns can lead to consequences.

Why chit funds are so popular in India

Why chit funds are so popular in India

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

While chits and the formal financial sector are not 'largely substitutable', users like the commitment to savings that these enforce and the flexibility in borrowing, reports N Sundaresha Subramanian from New Delhi.

All you wanted to know about EPF and PPF

All you wanted to know about EPF and PPF

Rediff.com7 Feb 2011

PPF is a typical savings tool but one has to invest for the long term. This means there is an asset-class mismatch.

India to pay savers less after RBI's latest rate cut, say sources

India to pay savers less after RBI's latest rate cut, say sources

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

After making a larger-than-expected cut of 50 basis points on September 29, Rajan urged the federal government to do its bit to accelerate growth through structural reforms.

Blow by blow: How swift action saved the day in Pathankot

Blow by blow: How swift action saved the day in Pathankot

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Nitin Gokhale reports on how quick decisions saved a repeat of a Mumbai-like carnage at the key Punjab air force base.

100-day annual leave plan for CAPF jawans to be announced soon

100-day annual leave plan for CAPF jawans to be announced soon

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The ministry of home affairs has held multiple meetings, the latest being early this month, to thrash out the issues delaying the implementation of the policy.

26/11 Mumbai attack insight helped save many lives in Vegas: Sheriff

26/11 Mumbai attack insight helped save many lives in Vegas: Sheriff

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

Lombardo had traveled to Mumbai after the November 2008 terrorist attacks on hotels and other sites.

Crew gives final touches to IAC Vikrant ahead of commissioning by Modi

Crew gives final touches to IAC Vikrant ahead of commissioning by Modi

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

The 1,600-member crew and a slew of civilian workers were working like busy bees on Friday preparing the majestic warship IAC Vikrant for its commissioning on September 2.

Like two brothers: Kharge on contest with Tharoor

Like two brothers: Kharge on contest with Tharoor

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

Kharge said this during an interaction with party delegates at Congress office in Srinagar, where he sought their support for the All India Congress Committee presidential election.

Major crisis in Rajasthan Cong, Gehlot loyalists submit resignations

Major crisis in Rajasthan Cong, Gehlot loyalists submit resignations

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The Congress in Rajasthan plunged into a crisis on Sunday as several MLAs loyal to Ashok Gehlot submitted resignation letters over a possible move to appoint Sachin Pilot as the next chief minister, their rebellion erupting just ahead of a Congress Legislature Party meeting.

'Most difficult operation done by any army in the world'

'Most difficult operation done by any army in the world'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

'Khalistan would have been in existence today, but for the army.'

Bulldozers raze British era building at Patna collectorate after SC nod

Bulldozers raze British era building at Patna collectorate after SC nod

Rediff.com15 May 2022

The complex, parts of which are over 250 years old, is situated on the banks of the Ganga and is endowed with high ceilings, huge doors, and hanging skylights.

5G will make our cities smarter and society safer: Akash Ambani

5G will make our cities smarter and society safer: Akash Ambani

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

5G ambulances will not just allow remote consultation, but would also be able to transit data and video to hospitals in real time, saving precious time for critical patients. 5G technology would also support the development of new educational applications, improve agriculture productivity, and aid search and rescue missions with high resolution cameras in disaster recovery zones.

Saving the taxpayer's money

Saving the taxpayer's money

Rediff.com25 May 2004

Dr Manmohan Singh would not eat at the UN Plaza Hotel. "I am spending the taxpayer's money. If I misuse it, God will never forgive me," he said.

After Sanju, Will Ranbir Play Dada?

After Sanju, Will Ranbir Play Dada?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

'Dada is a living legend, not just here but around the world. The biopic on him will be very special.'

Last minute tax tips...

Last minute tax tips...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Evaluate recurring investment products and do the numbers before making any investments.

NSC, KVP now in demat form

NSC, KVP now in demat form

Rediff.com16 Oct 2003

After dematerialising crores of shares over the past seven years, the National Securities Depository Ltd is set to extend the service to other financial instruments.

Are fixed deposits tax free?

Are fixed deposits tax free?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

Activist Teesta Setalvad walks out of jail

Activist Teesta Setalvad walks out of jail

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

She had been lodged in the Sabarmati Central jail in Ahmedabad since her arrest on June 26.

Exploring PPF as an investment avenue

Exploring PPF as an investment avenue

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

The purpose of the provident funds is to help people in their retirement periods. Hence the EPF and PPF are for long term savings.

Gehlot loyalists stick to their demands as Pilot leaves for Delhi

Gehlot loyalists stick to their demands as Pilot leaves for Delhi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The political drama in Rajasthan over leadership change continued on Monday with MLAs loyal to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot remaining non-committal on holding a meeting with Congress observers, who are likely to return to Delhi to apprise the high command about the developments.

Every River Is Under Attack By The Sand Mafia

Every River Is Under Attack By The Sand Mafia

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

The demand for minerals, boulders and sand is so great that it has fueled a black market and the goons who control this trade do not hesitate to kill law enforcement officers and reporters who have tried to expose them.

Jailbreak: Why did MP govt ignore police officer's alerts?

Jailbreak: Why did MP govt ignore police officer's alerts?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

'When integrity is compromised for whatever gratification is when prisoners breach the system and get away.'

The Warrior Named Bindaas

The Warrior Named Bindaas

Rediff.com30 May 2022

A salute to Commando Mudasir Ahmed Sheikh, known as Bindaas to Indian Army officers and colleagues in the J&K police, who was killed in action last week in an encounter that eliminated three terrorists in Kashmir.

'Semi-final for 2024 polls': Nitish backs Kejriwal in ordinance row

'Semi-final for 2024 polls': Nitish backs Kejriwal in ordinance row

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday met his Delhi counterpart Arvind Kejriwal at the latter's residence in New Delhi and extended 'complete support' to him in the Aam Aadmi Party government's ongoing tussle with the Centre over the control of administrative services.

Life insurers' new business premium spikes 42% at Rs 27,177 cr in Nov

Life insurers' new business premium spikes 42% at Rs 27,177 cr in Nov

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Life insurers' new business premium (NBP) reported stellar performance in November after a poor showing in October, on the back of strong growth in group single premiums for both private insurers and Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India. In November, 24 life insurers, including LIC, reported NBP to the tune of Rs 27,177 crore, up 42 per cent year-on-year (YoY) from the year-ago period. Private insurers' NBP rose 58.63 per cent YoY to Rs 11,209.75 crore as group single premiums more than doubled during this period.

21 islands in Andamans named after Param Vir Chakra bravehearts

21 islands in Andamans named after Param Vir Chakra bravehearts

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

The government has decided to name 21 uninhabited islands in the Union territory of Andaman & Nicobar after recipients of Param Vir Chakra, the country's highest wartime gallantry award.

Unravelling the Budget

Unravelling the Budget

Rediff.com5 Apr 2003

A N Shanbhag examines various proposals of Budget 2003 which are of interest to individual assessees.

A snapshot of Prashant's finances

A snapshot of Prashant's finances

Rediff.com18 Jul 2006

Get Ahead reader Prashant tells us how much he earns, where he invests and where his money goes.

Working Women: 10 Tips To Stay In Shape

Working Women: 10 Tips To Stay In Shape

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

]The easiest activity like walking has a direct positive impact on your various blood markers like blood glucose levels, cholesterol, blood pressure, etc, explains Sanya Narang.

Congress may plan another Bharat Jodo Yatra next year: Ramesh

Congress may plan another Bharat Jodo Yatra next year: Ramesh

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'Bharat Jodo Yatra' is a 'booster dose' for the Congress and a 'decisive and transformational moment' for the politics of the country, senior party leader Jairam Ramesh said in Guwahati on Friday.

DMK wins big in LS polls; AIADMK manages to state save govt

DMK wins big in LS polls; AIADMK manages to state save govt

Rediff.com24 May 2019

The DMK chief said it was a 'resounding victory' given to his party led alliance by the people of Tamil Nadu.