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Headless DRDO is seriously worrying

Headless DRDO is seriously worrying

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Among the programmes suffering from this lack of leadership is the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft project.

Tarishi Jain: 'She was beautiful, kind, sweet, dedicated'

Tarishi Jain: 'She was beautiful, kind, sweet, dedicated'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

'It is not just a loss for India or UC Berkeley, it is a loss for the world.'

Will Trump free these 52 Indians?

Will Trump free these 52 Indians?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

'Through a translator, I was able to speak with several of the detainees from India who are seeking asylum.' 'I was saddened to hear the detainees tell us that they are being confined in their cells for up to 22 to 23 hours a day.' 52 Indian are among the 121 asylum-seekers held in an Oregon prison. Rediff.com Senior Contributor Pottayil Rajendran reports from New York on the case that is making headlines in America, India, indeed around the world.

New govt must get stalled projects off the ground: Bankers

New govt must get stalled projects off the ground: Bankers

Rediff.com20 May 2014

A revival in investment is likely to be a key near-term initiative.

Gujarat assembly passes new Lokayukta bill for second time

Gujarat assembly passes new Lokayukta bill for second time

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

In the continuing tug of war between Narendra Modi government and the governor, the state assembly on Tuesday passed the Gujarat Lokayukta Ayog Bill 2013 for a second time without incorporating any major changes sought by Raj Bhavan, setting the stage for a fresh confrontation.

If someone fires at us first, we will not count the retaliatory bullets: Rajnath

If someone fires at us first, we will not count the retaliatory bullets: Rajnath

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

In a strong warning to those disrupting border peace, Home Minister Rajnath Singh has said the country will not hesitate in retaliating if someone fires first and asserted the government is ready to talk to Pakistan over PoK and not Kashmir.

Modi's e-auction plan is good but experts warn of caution ahead

Modi's e-auction plan is good but experts warn of caution ahead

Rediff.com25 Dec 2014

E-auaction cannot totally end corruption in the system.

Italian aid worker killed in Bangladesh; IS claims responsibility

Italian aid worker killed in Bangladesh; IS claims responsibility

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

Cesare Tavella, 50, was shot thrice from a close proximity on Monday evening in Dhaka's Gulshan diplomatic zone while he was jogging, police said.

8 lakh 'theplas', 2 crore emails for Modi's Mumbai rally

8 lakh 'theplas', 2 crore emails for Modi's Mumbai rally

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

Everything about Narendra Modi's Maha Garjana rally in Mumbai on Sunday is humongous, reports Prasanna D Zore.

Fraud job syndicates target Reliance, Tata groups

Fraud job syndicates target Reliance, Tata groups

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Both groups warn of initiating strict actions, issue public notices.

Divestment: Modi govt's pathetic track record

Divestment: Modi govt's pathetic track record

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Out of nearly 30 public sector undertakings and assets under 'strategic sale' plan, only the ONGC-HPCL plan has been completed

Why Kejriwal must apologise for 'just two slaps'

Why Kejriwal must apologise for 'just two slaps'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2018

'Imagine a situation where an upright officer refuses to carry out a chief minister's or a central minister's orders that he considers wrong.' 'Can he be summarily thrashed at a meeting at your residence, or in his own office?' 'If AAP legitimises political violence, there are many, many, tougher political leaders elsewhere to draw the wrong lessons,' warns Shekhar Gupta.

Modi's efforts to get India NSG seat FAIL in Seoul

Modi's efforts to get India NSG seat FAIL in Seoul

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Chinese chief negotiator Ambassador Wang Qun told ANI on Friday, "NSG will not take up India's case as of now. There are differences on admitting non-Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty members. Signing the NPT first is one of five criteria (for membership). These have not been set by China, but by group as a whole."

Top execs in PSUs may get extension

Top execs in PSUs may get extension

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

The run-up to next year's general elections might see some of the top executives of government-run companies getting unlucky. And, the period could become the best in the lives of those waiting in the wings.

Banks recall over 32 lakh debit cards; govt seeks details

Banks recall over 32 lakh debit cards; govt seeks details

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The suspected security breach happened through a malware in the systems of Hitachi Payments Services, which serves ATM network of Yes Bank

PHOTOS: Dhawan strikes century as India cruise to 9-wkt win

PHOTOS: Dhawan strikes century as India cruise to 9-wkt win

Rediff.com20 Aug 2017

India carried its domination from the Test series into the One-day format and achieved its biggest ever win in terms of overs left while chasing a 200-plus total.

So who was orchestrating the Haryana mayhem and why?

So who was orchestrating the Haryana mayhem and why?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

Current events in Haryana have set the state back 20 years. But this is just the beginning. Let's play a game. Let's try figuring out how much further the state can slide.

Obama watches in awe as India puts up impressive R-day show

Obama watches in awe as India puts up impressive R-day show

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

On display was India's military might and cultural diversity.

South Asians welcome US Supreme Court's decision on same-sex marriages

South Asians welcome US Supreme Court's decision on same-sex marriages

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

Indian-American elected officials, civil rights organisations and queers welcome the United States Supreme Court historic decision to legalize same-sex marriage nationwide for all Americans on Friday.

Mr Modi and markets: The next 3 years

Mr Modi and markets: The next 3 years

Rediff.com2 May 2016

We remain at the mercy of the global economic climate.

New Lokayukta Bill mockery of judicial process: Guj governor

New Lokayukta Bill mockery of judicial process: Guj governor

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

"This is nothing but mockery of the whole judicial process," Gujarat Governor Kamla Beniwal said in stinging remarks against the Narendra Modi government as she returned the new Lokayukta Bill for reconsideration by the legislative assembly.

Sheena Bora Trial: The Elusive Mr Rai

Sheena Bora Trial: The Elusive Mr Rai

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

In the 25 odd days that he has appeared before CBI Special Judge Jayendra Chandrasen Jagdale, you have experienced the entire range of emotions just observing him. Everything from pity to irritation. To bafflement. And shock. You have scoured his face, gazed into his eyes, watched his expressions and body language, searching vigilantly for motives. And come away no wiser. Who is Shyamvar Rai? Does anybody know?

CBI to probe IAS officer Ravi's death, K'taka CM tells assembly

CBI to probe IAS officer Ravi's death, K'taka CM tells assembly

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Bowing to mounting public pressure, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday decided to hand over to the Central Bureau of Investigation the probe into the mysterious death of an upright Indian Administrative Service officer that had led to national outrage and state-wide protests.

The H-1B visa blows keep coming

The H-1B visa blows keep coming

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Amid headwinds across global markets, US issues fresh restrictions on H-1B visas. Ayan Pramanik & Raghu Krishnan list out the many ways in which this impacts the Indian IT industry.

Are we on the brink of water wars?

Are we on the brink of water wars?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'Nature does not send us a bill, so we ignore them in decision making until we hit a moment of crisis, such as the current shortage of water.'

Urjit Patel: The 'known unknown'

Urjit Patel: The 'known unknown'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

The RBI governor-designate may be economical with spoken words, but is known for his sharp and critical writings

'No possibility of any EVM being misused'

'No possibility of any EVM being misused'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

'EVMs are absolutely credible, they are robust.' 'It's only a calculator with certain instructions. And the sim card inside an EVM is burnt and cannot be reprogrammed.' 'Besides, the machines are circulated among various states. No machine is allowed to remain in one state after an election.' 'By far, it is one of the finest innovations India should be proud of.'

Ranji Roundup: Anmolpreet's ton puts Punjab on top

Ranji Roundup: Anmolpreet's ton puts Punjab on top

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Tuesday

PHOTOS: India vs South Africa, Mohali Test, Day Two

PHOTOS: India vs South Africa, Mohali Test, Day Two

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

Images from Day 2 of the first Test between India and South Africa in Mohali, on Friday.

Sheena Bora Trial: Friday fracas in court

Sheena Bora Trial: Friday fracas in court

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

Noise levels began to climb and everyone else in the room stared agape as the fracas escalated, including the trio of accused at the back. Peter, Sanjeev and Indrani stood at the edge of their enclosure craning to see the spectacle.

'Finance ministry supported NSE in fight with MCX'

'Finance ministry supported NSE in fight with MCX'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2014

Chary also says some government officials have played an important role in favouring organisations that MCX competes with.

Mumbai Test: Skipper Kohli puts India in 'Virat' position

Mumbai Test: Skipper Kohli puts India in 'Virat' position

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

Kohli's 147 -- his 15th Test hundred -- and an equally confident 136 by Murali Vijay enabled India to extend their first-innings lead to 51 runs in reply to England's 400.

What China's hiked defence spending means for India

What China's hiked defence spending means for India

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

'Assuming the official defence allocations represent the true picture, the $142 billion figure still represents a phenomenal increase and surpasses that of Japan ($42 billion), India ($40 billion), South Korea ($33 billion) and several other Asian countries put together and shows that China is flexing its military muscle.'

When Moshe and Netanyahu visited Moshe's old home

When Moshe and Netanyahu visited Moshe's old home

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

'The Indian and Israeli rabbis were singing a small departure song for brave little Moshe, who had spent many, likely, heartbreaking but bittersweet hours at this home of his babyhood, looking at the drawings his mother had made for him, that were still up in his room.'

China's defence spend: $146 bn. India's: $40 bn!

China's defence spend: $146 bn. India's: $40 bn!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Confronting a slowdown in growth, China says it will only increase its defence budget by 7.6% this year, against the anticipated rise of between 20% and 30%. 'It is difficult to explain the reduction in the Chinese defence budget,' says Claude Arpi. 'Is there a hidden budget? Possibly!'

Union Budget 2016: Who are the 'Jaitley Babus'?

Union Budget 2016: Who are the 'Jaitley Babus'?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Senior New Delhi-based journalist R Rajagopalan, who has been closely following the Union Budget preparations since 1977, lifts the veil off India's most secretive operation.

Blow to Lalu, SC orders separate trial in fodder scam case

Blow to Lalu, SC orders separate trial in fodder scam case

Rediff.com9 May 2017

Prasad will face charges including criminal conspiracy and fraud in the fresh trial.

Ranji roundup: Pujara hits record 12th double ton, goes past Merchant

Ranji roundup: Pujara hits record 12th double ton, goes past Merchant

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Cheteshwar Pujara surpassed Vijay Merchant's record for the most double hundreds by an Indian in first-class cricket -- a record that stood for almost 70 years. A roundup of Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday.

Two pence for Cabinet notes but information worth a million

Two pence for Cabinet notes but information worth a million

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Companies use journalists as conduits.

Sheena Bora Trial: What's Peter's crime?

Sheena Bora Trial: What's Peter's crime?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

The 25 odd witnesses that so far had given testimony had not come up with anything incriminating against Peter or the way Shivade characterised it -- "not even a whisper."