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BJP will give employment to every household: Shah in Tripura

BJP will give employment to every household: Shah in Tripura

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

Shah said a BJP government would protect and promote the cultural heritage and values of tribals.

Trump set to face criminal charges, will plead not guilty

Trump set to face criminal charges, will plead not guilty

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

American media quoted Trump's attorneys as saying that the 76-year-old Republican leader, eying the White House for a second time in 2024, will plead not guilty.

OROP: Ex-servicemen dismiss govt's proposal, deadlock on 3 points

OROP: Ex-servicemen dismiss govt's proposal, deadlock on 3 points

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

The development came after a nearly two-hour long meeting was held between representatives of ex-servicemen and Army chief Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag.

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy only President elected unopposed

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy only President elected unopposed

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

He succeeded Fakruddin Ali Ahmed after his death in 1977.

Target: Eject Modi!

Target: Eject Modi!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The full-court press on India over Ukraine, the BBC 'documentary', the Oxfam report, the Hindenburg attack on Adani and obliquely on the Indian economy, and any number of other acts are signs that India is a target, warns Rajeev Srinivasan.

Why telcos fear 5G rollout is unviable

Why telcos fear 5G rollout is unviable

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has bluntly told the government there is no reason for its members to roll out 5G networks as they will be unviable if 'captive private wireless networks' are allowed to be run by enterprises. The COAI, which has Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea as its key members, has written to Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw saying there is 'no business case for the roll out of 5G networks'. Permitting such captive networks will 'diminish the revenue so much that there will be no viable business case left for the telecom service providers and there will not remain any need for 5G network roll out by telecom service providers (TSPs)'.

Bhima Koregaon: Outcome of a 'Larger Conspiracy'?

Bhima Koregaon: Outcome of a 'Larger Conspiracy'?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Testimony presented before the Bhima Korgaon Commission over the last two months reveals the background to the violence that broke out on January 1, 2018.

Why govt employees hate the National Pension System

Why govt employees hate the National Pension System

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

NPS still has critics despite being in business for a decade and mopping Rs 24,000 crore as of 2013-14.

India celebrates 69th R-Day in presence of 10 ASEAN leaders

India celebrates 69th R-Day in presence of 10 ASEAN leaders

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

The majestic Rajpath saw a scintillating display of India's military might as the country celebrated its 69th Republic Day on Friday, with the leaders of all the 10 countries of the ASEAN attending the parade. Take a look here.

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

At this time, sixty years ago, Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi and a majority of his men were captured as prisoners of war by the Chinese during the 1962 war. His son Michael Dalvi, 77, has preserved his father's memory and the story of the gallant men of the 7th Infantry Brigade with honour.

Sun Network pays a whopping Rs 120.8 cr to its directors

Sun Network pays a whopping Rs 120.8 cr to its directors

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

The analysis covers BSE 200 Index's 171 companies for which data on the compensation to the boards of directors for FY14 and FY13 are available.

'The BJP is too smart'

'The BJP is too smart'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

'The BJP portrays a make believe world.' 'The Tripura victory is being seen by some as a result of bahubal and money power -- but that would be a very simplistic explanation.' 'Money and muscle power can play a role up to a point, but the BJP's victory is remarkable because it replaced a party that was in power for 25 years.'

Govt to make overtures to unions to call off Sept 2 stir

Govt to make overtures to unions to call off Sept 2 stir

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

The Left unions want concrete action and not just 'assurances'.

Chinese economy may be hit harder by war in Ukraine

Chinese economy may be hit harder by war in Ukraine

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Amid China's economic slowdown, the country's economic challenges may increase manifold and its economy may be hit harder in the wake of the Ukraine-Russia crisis.

In fight for OROP, ex-soldiers launch nationwide protests

In fight for OROP, ex-soldiers launch nationwide protests

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Thousands of ex-servicemen across the country on Sunday converged at Delhi's Jantar Mantar to protest over the delay in implementation of the 'One Rank, One Pension' scheme.

Why young India is paying for expensive private colleges

Why young India is paying for expensive private colleges

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

Is it just the glamour?

PM kicks off 'Rozgar Mela' to provide 10 lakh jobs

PM kicks off 'Rozgar Mela' to provide 10 lakh jobs

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

In his address after more than 75,000 people were given appointment letters for various government jobs in the first tranche, Modi acknowledged the challenges facing the economy the world over with many countries hit by a record inflation and unemployment and said India is making every effort to come out of the situation unscathed.

Ahead of K'taka polls, Siddaramaiah rolls out sops in budget

Ahead of K'taka polls, Siddaramaiah rolls out sops in budget

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

Siddaramaiah announces free LGP gas, universal health scheme in budget

'He was firm and uncompromising about things that were not acceptable'

'He was firm and uncompromising about things that were not acceptable'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

General Bipin Rawat was given the guideline by the prime minister to achieve the integration of the three forces by the 75th year of India's Independence. This should be carried forward with utmost speed.

How To CRACK NDA Entrance Exam

How To CRACK NDA Entrance Exam

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

400 young Indians will make it to the prestigious National Defence Academy in Khadakvasla if they clear the NDA entrance exam on November 14.

In massive rally, Dalits 'threaten' to show strength in 2017 polls

In massive rally, Dalits 'threaten' to show strength in 2017 polls

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

Dalit leaders ask community members to give up disposing dead cattle to 'send a strong message' to the Gujarat government.

Budget not excellent but just above average

Budget not excellent but just above average

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

This Budget plans for an increase to 10.3% of GDP from 9.9%.

A quick recovery unlikely for markets

A quick recovery unlikely for markets

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Given the developments, analysts do not foresee a quick recovery.

'India best poised among emerging markets'

'India best poised among emerging markets'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

EM asset classes could rally if the pace of US Federal Reserve rate increases moderates.

Tennis can't leave behind lower-ranked players: Serena's coach

Tennis can't leave behind lower-ranked players: Serena's coach

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Serena Williams' coach Patrick Mouratoglou has called on tennis governing bodies to come together and devise a way of helping lower level professionals struggling financially due to the coronavirus shutdown. The tennis season was halted in early March due to the pandemic, leaving players in the lower tiers who solely depend on tournament winnings without the opportunity to earn a living.

UPSC 2018: How to apply for vacant posts

UPSC 2018: How to apply for vacant posts

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

March 29 is the last date to submit your application.

OROP: Group of ex-servicemen decides to boycott govt functions

OROP: Group of ex-servicemen decides to boycott govt functions

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

A group of ex-servicemen on Monday announced that they will boycott all official functions, including ongoing 50th anniversary celebrations of the victory in 1965 war, in protest against delay over implementation of "One Rank One Pension" by the government.

Xi's leadership challenged ahead of 2022 Party Congress

Xi's leadership challenged ahead of 2022 Party Congress

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

An exclusive white paper by the Jamestown Foundation claims that the powerful figures arraigned against the President include former Vice-President Zeng Qinghong and current Vice-President Wang Qishan, The Hong Kong Post reported.

Prabhu's gift for rail passengers: No hike in fares, better amenities

Prabhu's gift for rail passengers: No hike in fares, better amenities

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Outlining the Budget estimates for the coming year, the Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu put the plan size at Rs 1.21 lakh crore.

Rail Budget has everything for common man: Prabhu

Rail Budget has everything for common man: Prabhu

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

The initiatives intended to benefit the common man include e-ticketing, catering on demand, bio-toilets, food for infants, better stations.

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Inspiring! Sowing seeds for better tomorrow

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Mumbaikars from different parts of the city are providing people with ready-to-grow seed balls to help tackle depleting forest cover, reports Swapnil Joglekar.

'You have to do good politics'

'You have to do good politics'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

'You have to do good work and also do good politics.' 'I think that part was missing, communication was an issue, but we have bridged that gap.'

Jaishankar unveils plaque in Israeli city, first in memory of Indian soldiers overseas

Jaishankar unveils plaque in Israeli city, first in memory of Indian soldiers overseas

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday unveiled a plaque at Ra'anana in northern Israel in the memory of Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the battle of Tabsor during World War I.

They will help Urjit Patel to take a call on interest rates

They will help Urjit Patel to take a call on interest rates

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Chetan Ghate, Pami Dua and Ravindra Dholakia have been appointed for 4 years

Amit Shah lands in K'taka amid buzz over leadership change, cabinet rejig

Amit Shah lands in K'taka amid buzz over leadership change, cabinet rejig

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Though largely seen as an official visit, with less than a year for elections, Shah during this trip is likely to meet senior party leaders including Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, veteran leader B S Yediyurappa among others

Laptops for students, Dalit deputy CM: AAP's promises in Punjab's poll manifesto

Laptops for students, Dalit deputy CM: AAP's promises in Punjab's poll manifesto

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

The manifesto, on the lines of the party's promise in Delhi in 2015, also says the AAP government will set up Aam Aadmi canteens at sub-division and district levels where one time meal will be available for Rs 5, and reduce the power tariff to half for usages up to 400 unit.

'Judiciary is nation's last hope'

'Judiciary is nation's last hope'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

'If you were to say today that the government should appoint judges to the high courts and Supreme Court, then I think that even those few good judges that we are getting today we would not get them.'

States' GST compensation may need to be extended

States' GST compensation may need to be extended

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

It shows that states would require a compensation to the tune of at least Rs 1.67 trillion in 2024-25, as none of them would be able to achieve a 14 per cent growth every year.

DeMo and GST disrupted India's growth: World Bank

DeMo and GST disrupted India's growth: World Bank

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

A slowdown in India's growth rate, the bank said, has also affected the growth rate of South Asia. As a result, South Asia has fallen to second place after East Asia and the Pacific.

Whither The Middle Class?

Whither The Middle Class?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Ajit Balakrishnan on how to arrest a worldwide decline.