Sarbajeet K Sen, Business Standard

Stories by Sarbajeet K Sen, Business Standard

MoD Spends Rs 2.09 Trillion On Arms Deals!

MoD Spends Rs 2.09 Trillion On Arms Deals!

Rediff.com   29 Mar 2025

The value of contracts awarded by the MoD in 2024-2025 is the highest ever and double the previous record set in 2023-2024.

'A Key Driver Of INR Strength Appears To Be The RBI'

'A Key Driver Of INR Strength Appears To Be The RBI'

Rediff.com   29 Mar 2025

'I don't see 88 per dollar now.'

India May Gain From US Tariffs On China

India May Gain From US Tariffs On China

Rediff.com   29 Mar 2025

'Reciprocal tariffs are not going to affect India except specific sectors and there are opportunities to capture.'

IndusInd Bank Officials Face Insider Trading Probe

IndusInd Bank Officials Face Insider Trading Probe

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2025

The sales of company shares by 5 senior executives have come under scrutiny as IndusInd shares declined over 30 per cent due to losses incurred by from its derivatives exposure.

Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours On...

Indians Spent 1.1 Trillion Hours On...

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2025

...their smartphones!

Housing Sales Drop 28%

Housing Sales Drop 28%

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2025

Average residential property prices in seven cities increased 10% to 34% due to new supplies in the luxury and ultra-luxury segments and overall demand.

Roshni Nadar: World's 5th Richest Woman

Roshni Nadar: World's 5th Richest Woman

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2025

India now has 284 billionaires, 13 more than last year, maintaining its position as the third-largest dollar-billionaire hub globally, after the US and China.

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

As Scorching Temp Grips India, NDMA Drafts Heatwave Plan

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2025

With the summer approaching sooner than scheduled, Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, and West Bengal have already started experiencing heat waves with temperatures soaring above 40°C.

1 In 5 Super Rich Indians Plans To Move Abroad

1 In 5 Super Rich Indians Plans To Move Abroad

Rediff.com   27 Mar 2025

These super-rich Indians intend to reside in their chosen host country permanently while retaining their Indian citizenship.

Enemies Beware! Indian Army Set To Boost Long-Range Firepower

Enemies Beware! Indian Army Set To Boost Long-Range Firepower

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

The ATAGS has a range of 35-45 kilometres, depending on the ammunition used, and achieved a 47-km firing range during trials.

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

'We don't have to compete with Maharashtra or Gujarat. We have to now start thinking about how we compete with the United States or China.'

Allianz to explore new avenues in India after exit from Bajaj JVs

Allianz to explore new avenues in India after exit from Bajaj JVs

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

Munich-based Allianz will explore new opportunities in the Indian insurance market not only as an investor but also as an operator, the company told Business Standard on Tuesday. "India will continue to be one of Allianz's main growth markets, and Allianz will explore new opportunities to further grow its participation in the Indian insurance market in the future, not only as an investor but also as an operator," the company said.

Navy Seeks To Build Bonds With African Nations

Navy Seeks To Build Bonds With African Nations

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

The maiden Africa India Key Maritime Engagement exercise will be held from April 13 to 18 off the coast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

What Trump Tariffs Can India Expect On April 2?

What Trump Tariffs Can India Expect On April 2?

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

'As negotiations continue, the path forward demands not only diplomatic skill, but also vigilance against legal asymmetries embedded in America's trade playbook.'

Indians Secured 7% of US Green Cards In 2023

Indians Secured 7% of US Green Cards In 2023

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

Green card holders have the right to live permanently in the country, but only if they do not commit deportable offences.

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Rediff.com   25 Mar 2025

During this summer, Indian travel buffs are opting for destinations that provide an escape from the ominous heat, along with coastal regions within the country and countries offering visa-free travel.

Equity mutual funds cash rich even as inflows decline

Equity mutual funds cash rich even as inflows decline

Rediff.com   25 Mar 2025

Equity mutual fund (MF) schemes were flush with cash at the start of this month, even as fresh investments shrank in February. As of February 28, equity schemes from the top 20 fund houses held 6.8 per cent of their portfolios in cash, up from 6.1 per cent in January and 5.9 per cent in December 2024, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Rediff.com   25 Mar 2025

One fact is irrefutable: Nepal's recent political history tells us that the route to a return of monarchy cannot go through India despite friends in high places, asserts Aditi Phadnis.

Thanks To Chhaava, Highest-Grossing February Post-Pandemic

Thanks To Chhaava, Highest-Grossing February Post-Pandemic

Rediff.com   24 Mar 2025

January and February surpassed the monthly domestic box collection on a year-on-year basis.

'Our industry outperformance is not a one-year story'

'Our industry outperformance is not a one-year story'

Rediff.com   24 Mar 2025

'What is working is quality management, great teams, engineers, platforms, and highly differentiated services.'