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When I bought a new phone...

When I bought a new phone...

Rediff.com25 May 2007

GA reader Baudhayan Lahiri, who bought the Beetel Cordless Phone, rated its performance for us.

The truth about pre-approved loans

The truth about pre-approved loans

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

A pre approved personal/home/car loan is usually offered by banks to people who have a clean track record of loan repayment history.

Soon, you can get PAN cards online

Soon, you can get PAN cards online

Rediff.com23 May 2007

The online tax payment feature will be extended to all credit cards directly through the website www.incom-etaxindia.gov.in

IBL auction: Saina in Hyderabad, Lee Chong Wei goes to Mumbai

IBL auction: Saina in Hyderabad, Lee Chong Wei goes to Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Saina Nehwal's wish to be in her home team came true as Hyderabad Hotshots bought the Indian star for USD 120,000 but world number one Lee Chong Wei proved to be the costliest, going to Mumbai Masters for USD 135,000 in the inaugural Indian Badminton League's players auction on Monday.

US law moots stiff penalty for spurious drugmakers

US law moots stiff penalty for spurious drugmakers

Rediff.com21 May 2007

Pharmaceutical industry experts said the US move had come as a boon for the Indian drug exporters as the law could clear the alleged doubts on the quality and the genuineness of Indian pharmaceutical and raw material products.

US ruling gives Indian pharma a booster dose

US ruling gives Indian pharma a booster dose

Rediff.com3 May 2007

In a landmark judgment likely to benefit Indian generic drug manufacturers in a big way, the US Supreme Court has ruled against patenting of products with slight modifications.

'End to infiltration depends on neighbours'

'End to infiltration depends on neighbours'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2007

Infiltration across the border had not declined, but there had been signs of stability in recent days thanks to stern retaliatory action by security forces along the borders, Antony said.

Investing in US: How India helps create American jobs

Investing in US: How India helps create American jobs

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Arguing that the 'extraordinary economic growth that has in fact been taking place between the United States and India,' that has translated 'into thousands of jobs created in both countries, has 'sometimes been lost in the distraction of the daily headlines,' is the focus of a major report officially launched by the US-India Business Council titled 'Investing in America, How India Helps Create American Jobs.'

Enter free, but pay to exit!

Enter free, but pay to exit!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

A look at the new entry load and exit loads for mutual funds.

TN CM wants Parliament convened over quota ruling

TN CM wants Parliament convened over quota ruling

Rediff.com30 Mar 2007

The resolution, introduced by Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, said the apex court verdict affects the rights of Parliament.

Kisan call centres ring in hope for farmers

Kisan call centres ring in hope for farmers

Rediff.com20 Mar 2007

Got a problem with your Bt Cotton seeds? Dial 1551, and you will get the answer you need to tackle the situation.

Gaming: Grand Theft Auto IV rocks!

Gaming: Grand Theft Auto IV rocks!

Rediff.com28 May 2008

The year's most eagerly awaited video game, the Grand Theft Auto IV will top most 'game of the year' lists and rightfully so, says Sameer Desai.

Auto: Excise duty retained at 8% for most vehicles

Auto: Excise duty retained at 8% for most vehicles

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Cut in specific excise duty on large cars of engine capacity 2000 CC and above by Rs 5000, levy of service tax on transport through rail, coastal cargo and through inland water.

Global IT firms make R&D fashionable

Global IT firms make R&D fashionable

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

"We sponsor faculty awards, sabbatical grants, student fellowships, workshops and internships," said IBM India Research Lab Director Dr Daniel Dias.

Mumbai: World's 7th largest billionaire city

Mumbai: World's 7th largest billionaire city

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Mumbai is the world's seventh largest city in terms of billionaire population, according to Forbes magazine. Mumbai is ranked seventh ahead of San Francisco, Dallas and Tokyo, according to a list of top 10 cities for billionaires available on the website of Forbes. In terms of average wealth of resident billionaires, Mumbai comes on top of all the 10 cities with an average net worth of $7.6 billion. Russian capital city Moscow is number one in terms of billionaire population.

Kingfisher starts Hubli-B'lore flights

Kingfisher starts Hubli-B'lore flights

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

The plane will take off from Bangalore airport at 8.30 am and land at Hubli airport at 9.30 am.

'We politicians have given the Naxals a walkover'

'We politicians have given the Naxals a walkover'

Rediff.com25 May 2013

'The cities are not safe, Naxals will reach them very soon,' feels Mahendra Karma, the tribal leader who championed the controversial Salwa Judum against the Naxalites.

Wall Street's top earners: Your pain, their gain

Wall Street's top earners: Your pain, their gain

Rediff.com19 Apr 2008

Crumbling home prices and $100 oil helped Wall Street's highest earners pull in $19 billion last year.

EXPLAINED: The real gains for India from Premier Li's visit

EXPLAINED: The real gains for India from Premier Li's visit

Rediff.com22 May 2013

The real assessment of the actual diplomatic gains out of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's three-day India visit can be made only after promised actions are initiated, but surely it has yielded some political dividend for the beleaguered United Progressive Alliance government, notes Sheela Bhatt.

Kalam's tips to tackle terror

Kalam's tips to tackle terror

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

The President also warned against rising Left-wing extremism.

MCG to honour Warne

MCG to honour Warne

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Shane Warne will continue to adorn the Melbourne Cricket Ground through either a bronze statue or a renamed stand.

Warne, McGrath to retire after Ashes

Warne, McGrath to retire after Ashes

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

The two veteran fast bowlers are planning to retire from international cricket after the fifth Ashes Test.

Fixed deposits: Are they for you?

Fixed deposits: Are they for you?

Rediff.com12 May 2009

Every investor in a fixed deposit must remember that FDs are also an investment option and as with any investment option, they too have their own pros and cons. Check them out...

Chronic smoking affects nerve cells: study

Chronic smoking affects nerve cells: study

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

These findings further emphasise the importance of quitting smoking.

Online users spin a web for advertisers

Online users spin a web for advertisers

Rediff.com11 Mar 2008

According to a survey conducted jointly by the Internet and Mobile Association of India and IMRB, the consumer Internet market is growing at 30 per cent and this is lucrative enough for Microsoft and Google, with each trying to outdo the other. The 38.5 million Internet users, according to an IAMAI study, have become the prime target for numerous advertisers clouding the web. Recently, Microsoft launched the platform in India with four leading publishers.

Stats highlights: India vs Australia, 1st final

Stats highlights: India vs Australia, 1st final

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

India registered their first ever win in a final of a triangular series in Australia. They had lost their previous six finals.

Strong start by Indian shuttlers

Strong start by Indian shuttlers

Rediff.com6 Nov 2006

All but one of its players entered the third round in the Asian Junior Badminton Championships' singles.

Indian scientist develops solar vaccine cooler

Indian scientist develops solar vaccine cooler

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

The cooling unit, too, did not use regular freon-based chemicals, which deplete ozone and add to global warming. One unit can serve the vaccine needs of some 50,000 people.

The next billionaire boom

The next billionaire boom

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

When the recession ends, a new crop of billionaires will be unleashed on the world economy.

Now, a helpline for the hungry

Now, a helpline for the hungry

Rediff.com6 Oct 2006

Should Harvard, MIT be allowed to come to India?

Should Harvard, MIT be allowed to come to India?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2006

Do you think foreign funds should be allowed in India's higher education sector? Will it be a boon or curse for the Indian economy? Or does it sound silly to run foreign playschools, colleges and universities in India?

Blame economists, not economics

Blame economists, not economics

Rediff.com14 Mar 2009

As the world economy tumbles off the edge of a precipice, critics of the economics profession are raising questions about its complicity in the current crisis. Rightly so: economists have plenty to answer for.

There's no business like security business

There's no business like security business

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

The sector is thriving on the back of mushrooming MNCs and malls.

Water drainage becomes major worry in Barmer

Water drainage becomes major worry in Barmer

Rediff.com29 Aug 2006

Although the state government has constituted a task force comprising three engineers to deliberate on the ways to drain out water, opinions vary.

Younis-Yousuf pair set new record against India

Younis-Yousuf pair set new record against India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

The duo have aggregated 1372 runs in just nine innings - in which they have batted together against India - at a mind blowing average of 171.50.

What to look out for in Lost

What to look out for in Lost

Rediff.com2 Aug 2006

Most Indians shy away from capital markets

Most Indians shy away from capital markets

Rediff.com24 Jul 2006

A recent study conducted by eminent business analyst and journalist Dheer Kothari points out though Indians by nature were thrifty and had the habit of saving, they were averse to taking risks in financial matters.

Kirsten tipped as next India coach

Kirsten tipped as next India coach

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

The former South Africa opener may take on the job of India coach, left vacant by Greg Chappell.