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Modi's 5 foreign policy mistakes

Modi's 5 foreign policy mistakes

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

India looks less equal to China than 5 years ago, the strategic alliance with the US is hobbled by trade, and Pakistan is looking anything but chastened by Balakot. What has gone wrong? asks Shekhar Gupta.

It's a win-win situation for people flying Jet Air to Europe

It's a win-win situation for people flying Jet Air to Europe

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Last year, Jet Airways and Air France-KLM signed an enhanced cooperation agreement' for the development of their operations between Europe and India

Vodafone Idea Ltd becomes a reality

Vodafone Idea Ltd becomes a reality

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

A new board has been constituted for the merged entity 'Vodafone Idea Ltd' with 12 directors (including six independent directors) and Kumar Mangalam Birla as its Chairman. The board has appointed Balesh Sharma as the CEO, the companies said in a joint statement. The combination will have an all-India revenue market share of 32.2 per cent and take the numero uno slot in nine telecom circles, it said adding that both Vodafone and Idea brands will continue.

Exporters will have to wait longer for GST refund

Exporters will have to wait longer for GST refund

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

It is after the GST Network tallies invoice details with shipping bills that the refund claims can be processed. So, the refund could be delayed by over a month.

Bitcoin recovers after roller coaster ride

Bitcoin recovers after roller coaster ride

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

A new solution to raise deal speed is expected to avoid hiccups in trading when launched on August 1

US slaps new sanctions on Iran after missile test

US slaps new sanctions on Iran after missile test

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

The ballistic missile launch was the first by Iran since Trump became President.

India dealt with LAC crisis firmly, maturely: Foreign secy

India dealt with LAC crisis firmly, maturely: Foreign secy

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

In an address at a leading think-tank in Paris, Shringla mentioned two recent terrorist incidents in France, one of which he said had its origins in Pakistan, noting that the civilised world needs to act with firmness to address the threat of terrorism.

Reliance, bp to retail fuel under 'Jio-bp' brand

Reliance, bp to retail fuel under 'Jio-bp' brand

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

bp had last year bought 49 per cent stake in the 1,400-odd petrol pumps and 31 aviation turbine fuel stations owned by RIL for $1 billion.

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

Address terror groups outside Afghanistan, India tells UNSC

Address terror groups outside Afghanistan, India tells UNSC

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Peace and reconciliation cannot go forward in an atmosphere of terror, India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin said in the United Nations on Tuesday.

India roped in as full member in SCO

India roped in as full member in SCO

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

India, which has an Observer status for the past 10 years, will technically become the member by next year.

Online shopping sees spurt thanks to coronavirus fears

Online shopping sees spurt thanks to coronavirus fears

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

E-commerce companies are seeing an increase in demand for products such as fresh fruits and vegetables, milk, flour, rice, and lentils, and personal hygiene items like sanitisers and soaps and household cleaning products. Other products include instant noodles, baby food and Ayurvedic items. "There is even a huge spike in pet food," said a person.

Kerala to probe whether 'Kiss of Love' used as shield for sex racket

Kerala to probe whether 'Kiss of Love' used as shield for sex racket

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Kerala home minister says those who had been in the front of 'Kiss of Love' protest are among the key accused in the case.

iPhone 7 Plus is more than just a phone

iPhone 7 Plus is more than just a phone

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

A faster processor and dual-lens camera make it a winner, says Abhik Sen.

Facebook's $104 bn IPO is among the world's largest

Facebook's $104 bn IPO is among the world's largest

Rediff.com18 May 2012

The shares would begin trading on the NASDAQ exchange on Thursday under the symbol 'FB'.

SAARC needs to unleash 'collective strength': Swaraj

SAARC needs to unleash 'collective strength': Swaraj

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

India on Thursday pitched for unleashing the "collective strength" of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation as External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj underlined the need for a South Asian Economic Union with greater connectivity and forward movement on pending agreements on rail and motor vehicles.

Markets fall for 6th straight session; Sun Pharma dips 2%

Markets fall for 6th straight session; Sun Pharma dips 2%

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Sun Pharma dipped 2% to Rs 615 on the BSE, its lowest level since November 9, 2016

India calls for quick action against terror sponsors

India calls for quick action against terror sponsors

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Addressing the plenary session of the 11th Asia-Europe Meeting Summit here in the Mongolian capital, Vice President Hamid Ansari said, "all our societies today face unprecedented levels of threat from terrorism in all its manifestations. The most recent example is what has happened, most unfortunately in France."

How India can get back on high growth path

How India can get back on high growth path

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

'The revival of household savings and investment is the litmus test of whether we are on the road to recovery,' says Nitin Desai.

How Kishore Biyani plans to reinvent the Future group

How Kishore Biyani plans to reinvent the Future group

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

T E Narasimhan/Business Standard reports from Chennai on how the Future group plans to shore up its small store network in the South.

Should Facebook be broken up to ensure data safety?

Should Facebook be broken up to ensure data safety?

Rediff.com15 May 2019

The fears arise from Facebook's handling of user data and potential privacy violations, more specifically the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

Obama signs defence bill; boosts security co-op with India

Obama signs defence bill; boosts security co-op with India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

United States President Barack Obama has signed into law the $618 billion defence budget for 2017, which enhances security cooperation with India and conditions nearly half of the funding to Pakistan on a certification that it is taking demonstrable steps against the Haqqani Network.

Ambani brothers in Rs 12,000-cr telecom tower pact

Ambani brothers in Rs 12,000-cr telecom tower pact

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

Reliance Jio Infocomm is the only company which had in 2010 won a pan-India spectrum for 4G services but is yet to start commercial services.

Sensex scales new high; signs off 2017 with 28% gains

Sensex scales new high; signs off 2017 with 28% gains

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The broad-based NSE Nifty rose 52.80 points, or 0.50 per cent, to end at 10,530.70

Modi in Myanmar: Rediscovering a neighbour

Modi in Myanmar: Rediscovering a neighbour

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

With PM Modi's visit, the time has come for a relook at India-Myanmar ties, and elevate the relationship to higher levels, says Dr Rahul Mishra.

At 2.18%, India's COVID-19 fatality rate among lowest: Vardhan

At 2.18%, India's COVID-19 fatality rate among lowest: Vardhan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

Chairing the 19th meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on COVID-19 through video-conference on Friday, Vardhan said India has achieved the milestone of more than 10 lakh recoveries, a recovery rate to 64.54 per cent.

Natural partners, unnatural times

Natural partners, unnatural times

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

'Even as discord over US-India trade and commerce colours diplomatic relations, defence relations between the two countries remain on a firm footing,' points out Ajai Shukla.

Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Just started investing in stocks? Here's some advice

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

China to invest $20 billion in India

China to invest $20 billion in India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged on Thursday to give Indian companies and products - especially including those made by the pharmaceutical, farming and fuel industries - greater access to Chinese markets.

10 large caps for good returns in 2021

10 large caps for good returns in 2021

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Investment in market leaders with a safety-first approach could yield reasonable returns across sectors.

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, sell, or hold

Ask Ajit: Stocks to buy, sell, or hold

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

E-commerce definition too wide in GST, may even cover commodity exchange

E-commerce definition too wide in GST, may even cover commodity exchange

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

The chamber has sought clarity from government to remove uncertainty among businesses

Pak still the nuclear blackmarket hub: Report

Pak still the nuclear blackmarket hub: Report

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

Administration Officials point out that since Pakistan is not a signatory to the NPT, or subject to inspections of the International Atomic Energy Agency, it is difficult to ascertain if what Islamabad is buying remains in the country.

Won't push India on BRI, says China's vice foreign minister

Won't push India on BRI, says China's vice foreign minister

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

The BRI, a pet initiative of President Xi, is aimed at promoting network of roads, ports and rail networks all over the world to spread China's influence.

Markets snap 2-day winning streak; RIL slips 1%

Markets snap 2-day winning streak; RIL slips 1%

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

the Sensex lost 23 points to close at 28,185 levels and the Nifty shed 7 points to end at 8,515 mark.

ITC e-choupal on awards shortlist

ITC e-choupal on awards shortlist

Rediff.com23 Jun 2005

The e-choupal network of information technology enabled information and trading kiosk of ITC has been shortlisted for the Development Gateway Award for 2005.

Bengaluru loves Bitcoin!

Bengaluru loves Bitcoin!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

In the Silicon Valley of India, one can use the cryptocurrency to pay for food, buy bus tickets, order stuff online, and even get a haircut.

SBI to launch Gold ETF

SBI to launch Gold ETF

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

The State Bank of India said on Monday it would launch a gold exchange traded fund in 2008. "We are examining this product in our mutual fund company and we are hopeful we should be able to come out with an ETF next year," O P Bhatt, SBI chairman said at a conference in Mumbai.

India, Pak working to allow 3 banks in each other's country

India, Pak working to allow 3 banks in each other's country

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

India and Pakistan are working on allowing three banks to set up branches on each other's soil to help improve trade relations.