Aneesh Phadnis And Viveat Susan Pinto

Stories by Aneesh Phadnis And Viveat Susan Pinto

Retailers to approach RBI over 0% EMI schemes ruling

Retailers to approach RBI over 0% EMI schemes ruling

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2013

In the last few years, zero per cent financing has become quite attractive as consumers aspire to buy the latest products, especially in categories such as mobile phones and television sets.

Jet & Etihad may miss deal deadline yet again

Jet & Etihad may miss deal deadline yet again

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2013

The agreement between the two has a long stop date clause, stipulating that all approvals be secured by then.

Airfare should specify travel agent fee: Govt

Airfare should specify travel agent fee: Govt

Rediff.com   26 Sep 2013

In his order last week, Civil Aviation Secretary K N Srivastava ruled the meanings of transaction fee, commission or convenience fee were the same -- payment of remuneration to an intermediary.

In a first, IndiGo opts for bigger Airbus planes

In a first, IndiGo opts for bigger Airbus planes

Rediff.com   26 Sep 2013

In 2011, the Gurgaon-based airline placed an order of 180 narrow-body Airbus aircraft, including 150 fuel efficient A320neo and 30 A320s.

Delhi airport could rise high in the global hub club

Delhi airport could rise high in the global hub club

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2013

Tata-SIA will kick off with full-service domestic operations.

AirAsia shareholder hits out at Tatas over venture with SIA

AirAsia shareholder hits out at Tatas over venture with SIA

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2013

AirAsia says deal not violative of shareholder agreement.

Here's a novel way to advertise on mobiles, courtesy LBS

Here's a novel way to advertise on mobiles, courtesy LBS

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2013

Using apps allows AdNear to optimise the number of ad impressions but the push towards stricter privacy norms could pose a challenge.

Jet sees another top exit before Etihad steps in

Jet sees another top exit before Etihad steps in

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2013

Changes being driven by Etihad, says a source, after a V-P quits

FMCG, vehicle makers turn to small towns

FMCG, vehicle makers turn to small towns

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2013

Urban and rural FMCG sales growth data for the last five quarters show the latter outperformed the former consistently.

SpiceJet inks aviation fuel pact with RIL

SpiceJet inks aviation fuel pact with RIL

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2013

Sources aware of the development said as part of the project, the airline had signed an agreement with Reliance Industries Ltd, which would extend quality control services at its coastal terminals for ATF imported by the airline.

'McDonald's, Hardcastle in collusion'

'McDonald's, Hardcastle in collusion'

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2013

In his petition to the Company Law Board filed on September 9, Bakshi said McDonald's began 'arm-twisting' him to sell his entire shareholding in Connaught Plaza Restaurants, the equal joint venture between him and McDonald's since 2008, at an 'undervalued' price of $5 million, later raised to $7 million.

Air India puts up flats, land for sale

Air India puts up flats, land for sale

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2013

Earlier, its attempts to monetise properties, including the 22-storeyed Air India building in Nariman Point, saw lukewarm response.

Fast food set to be red-flagged in schools' menus by Dec

Fast food set to be red-flagged in schools' menus by Dec

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2013

FSSAI will put the draft guidelines in front of a seven-member expert committee.

Jet looks abroad to tide over rupee crisis

Jet looks abroad to tide over rupee crisis

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2013

Jet Airways (India) Ltd hopes to minimise the impact of a sharp rupee depreciation by growing its international network over the next few months.

Rupee crisis: Airlines to hike fares

Rupee crisis: Airlines to hike fares

Rediff.com   30 Aug 2013

Jet Airways is imposing $50 surcharge on economy class fare on its Gulf flights.

Virgin Atlantic eyes growth in India, US

Virgin Atlantic eyes growth in India, US

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2013

Known for its flamboyant and trendy image, Virgin Atlantic is a minnow among airlines due to a small fleet and limited network.

How pilots may clip Air India's wings

How pilots may clip Air India's wings

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2013

Infighting among pilots might impact Air India's 787 flights

FMCG companies feel the pinch, finally

FMCG companies feel the pinch, finally

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2013

High retail inflation is exerting pressure on households to cut expenses wherever possible.

Jet-Etihad commercial pact under FIPB lens

Jet-Etihad commercial pact under FIPB lens

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2013

Ahead of a crucial meeting next week, the Foreign Investment Promotion Board is scrutinising the commercial cooperation agreement between Jet Airways and Etihad Airways to ensure control is not passed on to the Abu Dhabi-based airline.

Air India may set up hub in South India

Air India may set up hub in South India

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2013

Growing trade and commerce in the region could support passenger demand