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Private investment revival pushed to 2019

Private investment revival pushed to 2019

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The return of private investment now struggles with lack of funds and election-driven uncertainty.

Gutsy Ramkumar goes down fighting to Baghdatis in quarters

Gutsy Ramkumar goes down fighting to Baghdatis in quarters

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

The Indian youngster fought gallantly before he was beaten 7-6 (7-0), 3-6, 6-7 (6-8) in a match that lasted two hour and 43 minutes.

Renault steps on the gas to find success recipe in India

Renault steps on the gas to find success recipe in India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Renault will start with a slew of new products that will be launched over the second half of this year and next year, apart from giving facelifts to the Kwid and Duster.

Why our farmers are committing suicide

Why our farmers are committing suicide

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

Rediff Labs analyses 2015 NCRB data on farmer suicides for each state in India.

Realty barons' net worth shows spike despite slowdown

Realty barons' net worth shows spike despite slowdown

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

The total wealth of top 100 real estate barons accounted for Rs 2.37 trillion ($32.7 billion) in 2018, up 27 per cent against 2017's cumulative wealth of Rs 1.87 trillion ($28.6 billion).

India's hunger problem worse than North Korea, Bangladesh

India's hunger problem worse than North Korea, Bangladesh

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The country ranked 100th out of 119 countries on the global hunger index, slipping three positions from last year.

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Modi: From RSS pracharak to electoral superman

Rediff.com23 May 2019

The prime minister has been unstoppable as he transported the BJP to colossal success on a wave of muscular nationalism, majoritarian pride and charisma.

Why Washington Post's coverage of Kashmir is not credible

Why Washington Post's coverage of Kashmir is not credible

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

'The Post's coverage is not an authentic public discourse guided by unbiased Western intellectuals, but a slanted doomsday propaganda orchestrated by Indians and expatriate Indians,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

20 years later, founders of India's first e-tailer are back 'Again'

20 years later, founders of India's first e-tailer are back 'Again'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Again would offer two variants of double-toned milk with almonds, cashews, dates; and strawberry, chocolate, jaggery - and two variants of double-toned yoghurt - alphonso mango; and carrot, orange, banana.

For Urmila it's all politics and no movies... for now

For Urmila it's all politics and no movies... for now

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

The star-turned-politician said that she isn't approaching her stint in politics as a star, but would rather be known as a people's representative.

Why Indian students DON'T want to go to Trump's US

Why Indian students DON'T want to go to Trump's US

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

The hostile environment towards outsiders under the Trump government is a major reason, say experts.

India, Pak agree on IWT mandated tours to both sides

India, Pak agree on IWT mandated tours to both sides

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Both the countries agreed to undertake the Treaty mandated tours of both the Indus Commissioners in the Indus basin on both sides, the ministry said in a statement in New Delhi.

India hockey team embarrass Hong Kong to win by a record 26-0 margin

India hockey team embarrass Hong Kong to win by a record 26-0 margin

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

The huge gulf between the two sides was evident as India bettered its 86-year-old record when it defeated USA with a 24-1 margin in Olympics.

India wants trade deal with US primarily to keep me happy: Trump

India wants trade deal with US primarily to keep me happy: Trump

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Trump said the relationship with both India as well as the country's Prime Minister Modi "is great".

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.

Medical Tourism: One of fastest-growing sectors in India

Medical Tourism: One of fastest-growing sectors in India

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

Rediff Labs analysed the number of people coming to India under medical visa from different countries.

India, Pak NSAs held 'secret' meet in Thailand: Report

India, Pak NSAs held 'secret' meet in Thailand: Report

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

While Pakistan termed its decision to allow Jadhav's family to travel to Pakistan to meet him as humanitarian gesture, India has accused it of violating mutual understandings.

Modi govt plans to develop terminals at major ports to boost tourism

Modi govt plans to develop terminals at major ports to boost tourism

Rediff.com31 May 2018

In the next 25 years, the Mumbai port will need five terminals because the current passenger traffic of 200,000 is expected to climb to 4 million.

Don't drag us into your domestic politics: Pakistan to India

Don't drag us into your domestic politics: Pakistan to India

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

"India should stop dragging Pakistan into its electoral debate and win victories on own strength rather than fabricated conspiracies, which are utterly baseless and irresponsible," Pakistan's foreign office spokesman Mohammad Faisal said on Twitter.

'Every sixth social media scam globally impacts an Indian'

'Every sixth social media scam globally impacts an Indian'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

India was the most targeted country in Asia and second in the world.

'Indian economy on the right track but still has a long way to go'

'Indian economy on the right track but still has a long way to go'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

In 2015, India was originally placed at 142nd position.

India to grow at 7.3% in 2018, 7.4% in 2018, says IMF

India to grow at 7.3% in 2018, 7.4% in 2018, says IMF

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

If the projections come true, then India would regain the tag of the fastest growing major economy of the world, crossing China with more than 0.7 percentage point in 2018 and an impressive 1.2 percentage point growth lead in 2019.

NRIs ahoy! You need to shift to financial savings

NRIs ahoy! You need to shift to financial savings

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

With real estate -- NRIs's favourite investment vehicle in the past -- unlikely to do well in the near future, there is a strong case for NRIs to shift to equity and debt mutual funds, says Prateek Mehta.

Here's what Gayle thinks of day-night Tests...

Here's what Gayle thinks of day-night Tests...

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Explosive West Indian opener Chris Gayle has backed day-night Tests and believes they could make the longest form of the game more popular.

Why more women are needed in Parliament

Why more women are needed in Parliament

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

India will benefit hugely if the representation of women in Parliament is increased to a just level.

India still waiting for Jadhav's chargesheet and court order from Pakistan

India still waiting for Jadhav's chargesheet and court order from Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

"We have sought from the foreign ministry (of Pakistan) a certified copy of the chargesheet as well as the judgment in the death sentence of Jadhav, but there is no response yet from Pakistan's side," MEA spokesperson Gopal Baglay told reporters.

ISRO plans return to Mars, missions to Venus, Sun

ISRO plans return to Mars, missions to Venus, Sun

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

The ISRO is looking at Mangalyaan-2, a follow-on mission to Mars, and launching two satellites that would look at Venus and explore asteroids.

What's holding back Digital India

What's holding back Digital India

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Compared to a 64 per cent penetration in Brazil (130 million users total) and 53 per cent in China (total 733 million users), India has barely 28 per cent penetration. Of the digital reach, almost 80 per cent are from affluent segments in urban areas. How can this change?

Another dope shock for Indian athlete?

Another dope shock for Indian athlete?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

If reports are to be believed, a renowned track and field athlete from Haryana has failed a dope test conducted by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) last month.

Indian economy to reach $5 trillion by 2025: Morgan Stanley

Indian economy to reach $5 trillion by 2025: Morgan Stanley

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

By financial year 2024-25, Morgan Stanley expects per capita income to rise 125 per cent to $3,650.

Here's why India pulled out of Pro League...

Here's why India pulled out of Pro League...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

The International Hockey Federation has confirmed India's withdrawal from its ambitious Pro League, one of FIH's flagship tournaments offering Olympic qualifying berths to the top four teams in both men's and women's events.

After successful launch of Cartosat 2 satellite, ISRO looks to the future

After successful launch of Cartosat 2 satellite, ISRO looks to the future

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

The Indian space agency has already begun work on the third generation of the earth observation satellite -- the first of which will be ready by 2018 and boost the capability to generate digital maps.

India, Japan to sign nuclear deal this week: report

India, Japan to sign nuclear deal this week: report

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

The deal would allow Japan to export nuclear technology to India, making it the first non-NPT signatory to have such a deal with Tokyo. It would also cement the bilateral economic and security ties as the two countries warm up to counter an assertive China.

Most competitive economy: India's ranking slips

Most competitive economy: India's ranking slips

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

On the list of 137 economies, Switzerland is followed by the US and Singapore in second and third places, respectively.

'World Bank's biz cities report must have measurable targets'

'World Bank's biz cities report must have measurable targets'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The World Bank group has been publishing annually 'Doing Business Report' since 2004.

Tillerson's India visit: China top of agenda

Tillerson's India visit: China top of agenda

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

'We appreciate his positive evaluation of the relationship and share his optimism about its future directions.' 'We look forward to welcoming him in India next week for detailed discussions on further strengthening of our partnership,' the MEA said on Friday.

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Quest for material prosperity should not compromise environment: PM

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Chairing the plenary session of an event to celebrate the World Environment Day 2018, being hosted by India, he said India's traditions have for long underlined the importance of living in harmony with nature.

How Vajpayee juggled India's global interests

How Vajpayee juggled India's global interests

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

'In India foreign policy is generally handled by the prime minister.' 'One can clearly see the Vajpayee stamp on all this.' 'Only a person with poetic imagination can weave such a complex web,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India's the most expensive market, but...

India's the most expensive market, but...

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

A normal monsoon, softer interest rates and inflation, pent-up demand, along with mild budgetary support may help growth pick up in coming quarters.

Human Development Index? India's rank a poor 135!

Human Development Index? India's rank a poor 135!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

The report further said that none of the (BRIC) Brazil, Russia, India China and South Africa countries were in the high human development category and India remained at the bottom with lowest HDI value among them.