Archis Mohan, Business Standard

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Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Is India-US Trade Deal Near The Finish Line?

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to discuss energy cooperation as S Jaishankar says India-US trade talks are nearing a landing point, with a few issues unresolved.

Why L Murugan Quit The Modi Ministry

Why L Murugan Quit The Modi Ministry

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Murugan's resignation comes amid speculation over an impending ministerial reshuffle.

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Savings Account Fees You Should Know

Rediff.com   9 Oct 2026

The goal is to ensure that your bank works for you, providing liquidity and convenience without charging you for the privilege of holding your own money.

Will Modi Visit Pakistan Next Year?

Will Modi Visit Pakistan Next Year?

Rediff.com   29 Sep 2026

Given the current friction in ties, such a visit looks unlikely at this juncture.

What Modi's Chintan Shivir Is About

What Modi's Chintan Shivir Is About

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2026

The Chintan Shivir is expected to discuss the progress of government schemes, policy implementation, time management, inter-ministerial coordination, and public service delivery, among others.

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

What Is Driving India's Outreach To Neighbours?

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2026

India has significantly increased its diplomatic engagements with Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and the Maldives.

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

'Washington Shouldn't Threaten A Strategic Partner'

Rediff.com   18 Sep 2026

'It is a blunt and dangerous attempt to pressure India to sign BTA on one-sided terms.'

Coming Up, Southern CMs' Dasara Conclave

Coming Up, Southern CMs' Dasara Conclave

Rediff.com   18 Sep 2026

Five southern states are stepping up coordination on delimitation, tax devolution and language issues, reviving calls for a stronger collective South platform.

BRICS Summit 2026 Focuses On Practical Outcomes

BRICS Summit 2026 Focuses On Practical Outcomes

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2026

The highlight of the successful BRICS Summit was its ability to deliver a joint statement that all members, including Iran and the United Arab Emirates, embroiled in the war in West Asia, signed.

BRICS Summit: What's On Modi-Xi Agenda?

BRICS Summit: What's On Modi-Xi Agenda?

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2026

Ahead of Xi Jinping's visit, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held extensive talks in Beijing on August 25 on the boundary issue and reached an eight-point consensus.

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

'SIR Is Legal. But Is it Fair'

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2026

'Now the institutions which have the might of law invested in them think that whatever they do is right.'

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

'How Can You Grow At 7% With These Rates Of Private Investment?'

Rediff.com   2 Sep 2026

'You have to get private investment to somewhere between 35% to 36% of GDP. It is hovering about 30%-31%.'

India Rejects Ruling On Indus Waters Treaty

India Rejects Ruling On Indus Waters Treaty

Rediff.com   1 Sep 2026

India said the Hague-based Court of Arbitration has no jurisdiction over its sovereign decisions on the Indus Waters Treaty.

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Putin Offers More Fertilisers To India

Rediff.com   25 Aug 2026

Russia remains India's biggest fertiliser supplier, with imports rising nearly 40 per cent in 2025.

Is UP Governor Needling Yogi?

Is UP Governor Needling Yogi?

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

'Some people may not like what I am saying, but shortcomings have to be pointed out. These deficiencies should be rectified within the next three months.' 'This is Gorakhpur, where our CM himself resides. If such shortcomings exist here, then what will happen?'

'Crisis In The Economy Started Last Year'

'Crisis In The Economy Started Last Year'

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2026

'It is not because of the war in West Asia, which began on February 28.' 'Petroleum product prices are already going through the roof. They are bound to have a serious inflationary impact.' 'A country's leadership is tested in trying times. It is here that the current leadership is failing.'

Parliament Panel Pushes OTT Content Review

Parliament Panel Pushes OTT Content Review

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2026

The Parliamentary Standing Committee said the proposed comprehensive statutory framework for regulating OTT content should include robust technology-enabled age-verification mechanisms, effective parental controls and suitable penalties for non-compliance.

'We Need To Stop Coaching Classes'

'We Need To Stop Coaching Classes'

Rediff.com   27 Jul 2026

'We can integrate AI and tech into education, but that is just a means and not an end.' 'Ultimately, we need to control what happens in a classroom and we need to let teachers innovate their teaching style to suit the needs of Gen Z and beyond.'

Hideki Makihara Sparks Bullet Train Row

Hideki Makihara Sparks Bullet Train Row

Rediff.com   18 Jul 2026

In a social media post, former Japanese minister Hideki Makihara blamed the Indian side's approach to the project as being one of 'sheer chaos', of not keeping promises, and of continuously 'pushing their own self-interest'.

Government Skips Women's Quota, Delimitation In 5-Bill Slate

Government Skips Women's Quota, Delimitation In 5-Bill Slate

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2026

BJP sources said the government would introduce a fresh Bill on the issue and has reached out to parties that opposed the earlier legislation.