Aditi Phadnis, Business Standard

Stories by Aditi Phadnis, Business Standard

Will Udhayanidhi Be Stalin's Successor?

Will Udhayanidhi Be Stalin's Successor?

Rediff.com   27 Aug 2024

Always interesting, DMK politics is going to get even more absorbing in the days to come, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2024

'As on August 25, 94,753 Govindas have been insured.' 'This number is expected to rise further, as proposals for 5,000 to 8,000 Govindas are received daily.'

Airfares Already Soar For Diwali!

Airfares Already Soar For Diwali!

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2024

'Airlines are aware that during peak times like Diwali, demand will be high, so prices remain steep even for tickets purchased 90 days ahead.'

Does BJP Have Anyone To Match Kejriwal?

Does BJP Have Anyone To Match Kejriwal?

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2024

'BJP insiders acknowledge that the party needs to be helmed by someone who can match Arvind Kejriwal's stature.' 'A Sudhanshu Trivedi or Bansuri Swaraj could bring the freshness the party needs in Delhi,' points out Aditi Phadnis.

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2024

Because of his proximity to Indira Gandhi, he was able to intervene directly at the level of the PMO, which he did in the days leading up to the partition of Pakistan in 1971 when he transferred crucial information about Pakistan's moves via information handed to him by an East Pakistani diplomat in Poland where he was posted.

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2024

'The Paris Olympics has once again blessed the Indian sports marketing landscape with fresh faces and promises.' 'Expect at least one biopic.'

MFs Boom Despite Market Volatility

MFs Boom Despite Market Volatility

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Mutual Fund inflows in FY25 have already reached two-thirds of the total inflows seen in the entire FY24, with net inflows standing at Rs 1.3 trillion.

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Lawyers flooded the courtroom of Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud to witness the proceedings as one special guest -- Aamir Khan -- was seated in the front row.

Sebi Can't Recover Rs 76,293 Cr Dues!

Sebi Can't Recover Rs 76,293 Cr Dues!

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Out of 3,871 recovery certificates issued by the regulator in various cases, 807 have been certified as difficult to recover.

Lal Salaam, Comrade Buddhadeb

Lal Salaam, Comrade Buddhadeb

Rediff.com   9 Aug 2024

He was reviled by critics in his party as a neo-liberal in disguise but till the end, he retained his belief in secularism and the humanity of Communism.

Seat Sharing Dilemma For Maharashtra Assembly Polls

Seat Sharing Dilemma For Maharashtra Assembly Polls

Rediff.com   7 Aug 2024

In the coming assembly election, negotiations over seat-sharing will be as important as actual outreach to voters.

'This Is An Andhra Pradesh-Bihar Budget'

'This Is An Andhra Pradesh-Bihar Budget'

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2024

From the word go, Bihar growled its needs out when an MP from the state said aloud: "Give something for Bihar also, Madam." Every time the Budget mentioned cities and towns in Andhra Pradesh, "Kursi Bachao" was the call from Congress MPs.

Can History Repeat Itself?

Can History Repeat Itself?

Rediff.com   16 Jul 2024

Electoral setbacks and thwarted ambition can have an unpredictable effect on leaders,, observes Aditi Phadnis.

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Rediff.com   10 Jun 2024

Ramoji Rao lived as the interface between business and politics and was an active participant in both for most of his remarkable life.

Modi 3.0: Allies' Pressure Will Differ

Modi 3.0: Allies' Pressure Will Differ

Rediff.com   10 Jun 2024

While the coalition will not be unstable because of pressures, the effort from partners will be to constantly remind the central government and the BJP how much it is dependent on them.

What India Inc Expects From Modi 3.0

What India Inc Expects From Modi 3.0

Rediff.com   7 Jun 2024

'In the new coalition government, India's reform agenda may prioritise job creation and factor market reforms.'

Why MVA Won 30 Seats In Maharashtra

Why MVA Won 30 Seats In Maharashtra

Rediff.com   5 Jun 2024

'The people preferred Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar...'

Sikkim Awaits 'Golay Ke Nau Guarantee'

Sikkim Awaits 'Golay Ke Nau Guarantee'

Rediff.com   3 Jun 2024

'These include economic prosperity, a promising future for youth, empowerment for women, a thriving society, robust healthcare, quality education, elevated living standards, agricultural prosperity, and robust social security coupled with effective governance.'

What Will Sikkim Reveal On June 2?

What Will Sikkim Reveal On June 2?

Rediff.com   31 May 2024

Ahead of this election, the alliance between the BJP and the SKM had broken down. One reason is the fear that like Article 370, Article 371F might also be changed.

'BJP Sent Maliwal On A Mission To Entangle Kejriwal'

'BJP Sent Maliwal On A Mission To Entangle Kejriwal'

Rediff.com   29 May 2024

'I have no doubt that when she was prevented from meeting Kejriwal, she felt humiliated.'