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Our fight is against BJP, not India: Omar Abdullah

Our fight is against BJP, not India: Omar Abdullah

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

'Our fight is not against the country but against the BJP and its ideology. The BJP is not the country and vice versa'

Tata Motors drives in CNG trims of Tiago, Tigor

Tata Motors drives in CNG trims of Tiago, Tigor

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

Tata Motors on Wednesday forayed into the CNG segment with the launch of Tiago and Tigor trims, priced between Rs 6.09 lakh and Rs 8.41 lakh respectively (ex-showroom Delhi). The Tiago iCNG range is priced between Rs 6.09 lakh and Rs 7.64 lakh while the three variants of Tigor iCNG are tagged at Rs 7.69 lakh, Rs 8.29 lakh and Rs 8.41 lakh respectively. With the launch, the homegrown auto major plans to strengthen its position in the CNG market which has been growing at a fast pace. "It is very clear that the CNG segment is going to witness a steep growth over the next few years.

As Karnataka passes anti-conversion ordinance, archbishop appeals to governor

As Karnataka passes anti-conversion ordinance, archbishop appeals to governor

Rediff.com12 May 2022

The Karnataka cabinet on Thursday decided to promulgate an ordinance to give effect to the contentious law against religious conversions.

India on cusp of major changes in capital account convertibility: RBI

India on cusp of major changes in capital account convertibility: RBI

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Hinting at further relaxation in the capital account convertibility norms, RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar on Thursday said the country is on the cusp of some fundamental shifts with regard to currency management. India has come a long way in achieving increasing levels of convertibility on the capital account and has broadly achieved the desired outcome for the policy choices in terms of achieving a stable composition of foreign capital inflow, Sankar said while addressing the Foreign Exchange Dealers' Association of India's (FEDAI) annual day meeting. Convertibility refers to the ability to convert domestic currency into foreign currencies and vice versa to make payments for balance of payments transactions.

The WEIRDEST Requests From Airline Passengers

The WEIRDEST Requests From Airline Passengers

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Airline flight attendants reveal the craziest requests they have received from passengers!

Bulldozers return from Shaheen Bagh without demolition after protests

Bulldozers return from Shaheen Bagh without demolition after protests

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Protesters raised slogans against the BJP-ruled South Delhi Municipal Corporation as well as the central government and demanded to stop the action.

'Bhupathi was treated badly by AITA'

'Bhupathi was treated badly by AITA'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'They could have handled this in a better way. I've observed that when Paes gets selected, Bhupathi is left out and vice versa. This has been happening for last 10-15 years. This is not good for Indian tennis'

Dom's Take: Khushbu in Lotusland

Dom's Take: Khushbu in Lotusland

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Dominic Xavier wonders what led Khushbu to join the BJP.

'Aurangzeb also ordered protection of Varanasi temples'

'Aurangzeb also ordered protection of Varanasi temples'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'Aurangzeb supported construction of the Kumarswamy math and the reconstruction of the Kedar temple and supported the Jangambadi math in Banaras.'

Bigg Boss 15: Karan, Tejasswi become VIPs

Bigg Boss 15: Karan, Tejasswi become VIPs

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Though Vishal promises Umar he is playing from their side, the actor tells Shamita that he will flip the moment he enters the VIP zone.

Bigg Boss 15: Miesha, Ieshaan Are Out!

Bigg Boss 15: Miesha, Ieshaan Are Out!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Bigg Boss isn't about romance and everyone needs to perform to stay in the games.

7 Ways To Deal With Rising EMIs

7 Ways To Deal With Rising EMIs

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Pranjal Kamra, CEO, Finology Ventures, lists seven efficient ways to cope with the rise in EMIs even as you balance your monthly budgets.

Karnataka's proposed law has 10-yr jail for mass conversions

Karnataka's proposed law has 10-yr jail for mass conversions

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

The consequences will be stern in case SC/ST and minors are converted.

'India and England will start on equal terms at Motera'

'India and England will start on equal terms at Motera'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Gambhir added that it will be interesting to see the kind of wicket the teams get as both sides are capable of outclassing each other on the field.

Bigg Boss OTT: Pati, Patni Aur Woh

Bigg Boss OTT: Pati, Patni Aur Woh

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Is Divya the 'woh' in Raqesh-Shamita's 'Pati-Patni'?

Farm laws: Amarinder dubs Kejriwal a 'big fraud'

Farm laws: Amarinder dubs Kejriwal a 'big fraud'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Singh's described Kejriwal's act as "theatrics" as the Delhi government had given approval to the "black farm laws" by notifying one of them last month, adding that the Aam Aadmi Party leader was indulging in "petty politics" now.

Want to invest in a Real Estate fund?

Want to invest in a Real Estate fund?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

These funds have lowered the entry barrier for investors who can now invest with just Rs 5,000, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.

'My parents never brought me up to be a quitter'

'My parents never brought me up to be a quitter'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

'Never sit back and relax.' 'Always be a student.' 'Always be hungry to learn and improve.'

'Be greedy when others are fearful'

'Be greedy when others are fearful'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Outperforming peers following a crisis in the debt markets is an act that ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company fund manager Manish Banthia has pulled off more than once.

'ED can't intimidate us to betray Uddhav'

'ED can't intimidate us to betray Uddhav'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

'Hindutva doesn't teach you to stab someone in the back.'

Markets: 'Volatility to remain higher than usual'

Markets: 'Volatility to remain higher than usual'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'Periods of high volatility are usually bad for mid-caps and this is something that has to be kept in mind.' 'Focus on quality is of paramount importance.'

ED issues FEMA notice to India's largest crypto exchange

ED issues FEMA notice to India's largest crypto exchange

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

The Enforcement Directorate on Friday said it has issued a show cause notice to the country's largest cryptocurrency exchange for undertaking transactions worth over Rs 2,790 crore in alleged violation of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). WazirX, registered under the company named Zanmai Labs Pvt Ltd, was incorporated in December, 2017 as a domestic cryptocurrency start-up and its directors Nischal Shetty and Hanuman Mhatre, along with the company, have been named in the notice issued by the central probe agency after completion of investigation. The agency issued a statement saying that it stumbled upon the transactions of the company during an ongoing money laundering probe into the "Chinese-owned" illegal online betting applications.

LOVE GURU: 'I shouldn't have let him kiss me'

LOVE GURU: 'I shouldn't have let him kiss me'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

'Whether you think you're better off as friends, or whether you want to give things a try with him, you need to talk things out with him.'

Maxwell defends switch-hit: 'It's part of game's evolution'

Maxwell defends switch-hit: 'It's part of game's evolution'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

A switch hit involves a batsman changing the order of his hands (from left-handed to right-handed grip or vice-versa) after the bowler starts his run-up.

K'taka passes Anti-Conversion Bill amid din, Cong calls it 'anti people'

K'taka passes Anti-Conversion Bill amid din, Cong calls it 'anti people'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

Congress partly vehemently opposed the bill, calling it "anti people", "inhuman", "anti constitutional", "anti poor" and "draconian", and urged that it should not be passed for any reason and should be withdrawn by the government.

Will Akshay-Abbas-Mustan make Khiladi 2?

Will Akshay-Abbas-Mustan make Khiladi 2?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

'We are open to directing a Khiladi 2.' 'And we would want to do it with Akshay who is still so fit, energetic and successful.'

'I love a married colleague. I don't want to break his home'

'I love a married colleague. I don't want to break his home'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

'Large-caps, especially with a value bias, are preferable at this stage'

'Large-caps, especially with a value bias, are preferable at this stage'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

'If the third wave of Covid infections is as bad as the second one, the market may get very polarised with a preference for blue-chips with low volatility.'

After Lord Ram, leaders turn to Krishna ahead of UP poll

After Lord Ram, leaders turn to Krishna ahead of UP poll

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Krishna chants gained more currency when Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav invoked the deity.

Difficult to Make Money in IPOs with Leveraged Bets

Difficult to Make Money in IPOs with Leveraged Bets

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

HNI investors need an optimal mix of oversubscription and listing-day gain to make money on leveraged bets, notes Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Are these actresses more deserving than Kangana?

Are these actresses more deserving than Kangana?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Sukanya Verma looks at a few other contenders from Bollywood movies who gave really, really good performances.

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'We're 26 and every time we write a song, we try to see how we can relate it to our life's experiences or that of our friends.'

Tips to Improve Your Lung Capacity

Tips to Improve Your Lung Capacity

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Simple ways to improve the functioning of your lungs.

Can You SAVE This Mother's Life?

Can You SAVE This Mother's Life?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'As a donor, you may think you are saving one life. But you touch the lives of the entire family and community associated with the person. And it only cost you a few hours of your life.'

Investors' perception about market risk at highest level since 2008

Investors' perception about market risk at highest level since 2008

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

VIX is meant to indicate investors' perception of the annual market volatility over the next 30 calendar days. The higher the value, the higher is the expected volatility and vice versa. VIX touched its historical peak of 85.13 on November 17, 2008, in the aftermath of the collapse of Lehman Brothers. In the past five years, it has stayed below 30.

Bigg Boss 14: Why is Salman UPSET with Sonali?

Bigg Boss 14: Why is Salman UPSET with Sonali?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The superstar host reprimands Sonali for threatening Rubina!

Why Gehraiyaan Is Not Deep At All

Why Gehraiyaan Is Not Deep At All

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Gehraiyaan seems to be aurally thin, which serves as a clue to the larger issues plaguing the movie, observes Rohit Sathish Nair.

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

'In a war there will be kills on either side'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

'There is no such thing as ultimate survivability.'
'It's all comparative -- who outperforms, who uses tactics, who optimises technology to the best is what makes the difference.'

Why Did The Pope Visit The Russian Embassy?

Why Did The Pope Visit The Russian Embassy?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

It stands to reason that at the meeting on Friday, Pope Francis conveyed to the Kremlin, some message in regard of the developments in Ukraine. The long duration of the meeting in the Russian embassy flags that it was substantive. Indeed, it took place even as the first Russian tank column was sighted on the outskirts of Kyiv, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Sebi introduced an optional T+1 settlement cycle for markets

Sebi introduced an optional T+1 settlement cycle for markets

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an optional T+1 settlement cycle for the markets. T+1 means that settlements will have to be cleared within one day of the actual transactions taking place. The regulator has put the onus on the stock exchanges to decide whether they want to opt for the shorter settlement cycle for any of the listed scrips. This can be done after giving a one-month prior notice to all stakeholders.