Ruchika Chitravanshi &Amp; Sanjeeb Mukherjee

Stories by Ruchika Chitravanshi &Amp; Sanjeeb Mukherjee

DB group restructuring hits Hyatt projects

DB group restructuring hits Hyatt projects

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2012

Mumbai and Pune hotel projects put on hold for now.

Haldia not ABG's only sore point

Haldia not ABG's only sore point

Rediff.com   22 Nov 2012

It had also washed its hands off the fourth container terminal at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, despite making a winning bid, with Port of Singapore Authority as the lead partner.

French twist to Haldia's woes

French twist to Haldia's woes

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2012

Haldia Bulk Terminals pulled out of 10-year contract for cargo-handling operations, blaming the political climate and "vested interest".

E-auction likely of surplus land held by ministries

E-auction likely of surplus land held by ministries

Rediff.com   12 Nov 2012

Note proposes more checks, transparent data bank in land sale or lease.

Peak season brings little cheer to hotel industry

Peak season brings little cheer to hotel industry

Rediff.com   9 Nov 2012

EIH posted a net loss of Rs 18.3 crore on lower occupancy levels.

Bharti-Vodafone 2G case referred to AG by CBI

Bharti-Vodafone 2G case referred to AG by CBI

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2012

Temporary relief for Bharti, Vodafone and former telecom secretary Shyamal Ghosh

As debate rages on GM crops, GEAC in limbo

As debate rages on GM crops, GEAC in limbo

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2012

The prime minister's scientific advisory council had advocated introduction of GM crops in India, but under strict regulatory mechanism.

Iran relents on Indian wheat import

Iran relents on Indian wheat import

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2012

To buy 200,000 tonnes by December but long-term deal prospects stuck on quality concerns; govt to consult labs

Govt allows free export of sugar in 2012-2013

Govt allows free export of sugar in 2012-2013

Rediff.com   16 Oct 2012

Food Min says decision on Rangarajan panel's report in a time bound manner.

Mixed reviews for Kelkar recommendation on food price

Mixed reviews for Kelkar recommendation on food price

Rediff.com   8 Oct 2012

While many experts said the suggestion would go a long way in bringing down the annual food subsidy expenditure, they doubt the feasibility of the idea.

Expedia to set up largest R&D centre in Gurgaon

Expedia to set up largest R&D centre in Gurgaon

Rediff.com   31 Aug 2012

US-based online travel company Expedia Inc is setting up a research and development (R&D) centre in Gurgaon, near Delhi. With 100 people already on board and another 200 still to be added, Expedia will have the biggest R&D facility among the online travel companies in India.

OTAs go offline to sell holiday packages and build brand

OTAs go offline to sell holiday packages and build brand

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2012

When the founder and CEO of MakeMyTrip.com, Deep Kalra, spoke of his plans to expand the company's offline retail stores, the American board members of the Nasdaq-listed online travel firm found the idea revolutionary.

Airtel, Vodafone hastily given extra spectrum: CBI

Airtel, Vodafone hastily given extra spectrum: CBI

Rediff.com   30 Jul 2012

A presentation by the CBI to a Joint Parliamentary Committee last week said the decision led to a loss of Rs 508 crore to the exchequer.

Taj Palace lease renewal plot thickens

Taj Palace lease renewal plot thickens

Rediff.com   20 Jul 2012

The lease term of the Taj Palace Hotel, owned by the Indian Hotels Company, will expire on April 1, 2013, and it must settle a dispute with the Delhi Development Authority over the quantum of licence fee for a smooth renewal.

'Recession is the best time to build your biz'

'Recession is the best time to build your biz'

Rediff.com   2 Jul 2012

The company sees many more areas of inorganic growth in the future.

Marriott set for debut in mid-market space

Marriott set for debut in mid-market space

Rediff.com   15 Jun 2012

About 12 years ago when the Marriott group started its India stint with the opening of Marriott Goa, it was one of the few international hotels to seize the 'India opportunity.'

Bankers offered 25% raise to turn investigators

Bankers offered 25% raise to turn investigators

Rediff.com   11 Jun 2012

The CBI, facing a shortage of investigative officers and a rise in financial offences, is planning to recruit for short tenures personnel from public sector banks working at the corresponding grade of CBI Inspector. Those hired will be a part of the CBI's Bank Fraud Investigation Cell.

Farm growth falls in FY12 on high base effect

Farm growth falls in FY12 on high base effect

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2012

The growth, below the long-term trend of about 3-3.3 per cent, prompted many experts to question the policy of over-emphasis on cereals.

'Need transparency in talks between govt and businesses'

'Need transparency in talks between govt and businesses'

Rediff.com   7 May 2012

Corporations and business associations must strengthen their direct communications and consultations with citizens - and earn the trust of society.

Monsoon forecast may be delayed

Monsoon forecast may be delayed

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2012

Usually, the annual monsoon forecast is released around mid-April.