Shally Seth Mohile, Viveat Susan Pinto &Amp; Arnab Dutta

Stories by Shally Seth Mohile, Viveat Susan Pinto &Amp; Arnab Dutta

Bajaj Auto rides on Pulsar, KTM to soften pandemic blow

Bajaj Auto rides on Pulsar, KTM to soften pandemic blow

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2020

The maker of Pulsar and Discover reported a net profit of Rs 1,138.20 crore in the second quarter, compared to Rs 1,402.42 crore a year ago.

Finally, some good news for tourism sector

Finally, some good news for tourism sector

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2020

Goa, Kerala, Maldives and Dubai are among the popular destinations.

Chinese smartphones continue to dominate Indian market

Chinese smartphones continue to dominate Indian market

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2020

In spite of being attacked from all corners, a faltering supply chain and negative sentiments soaring high among the local consumers, top Chinese smartphone brands gained market share during the most critical phase - the April-June quarter of this year.

How Modi's SVAMITVA scheme aims to help rural property holders

How Modi's SVAMITVA scheme aims to help rural property holders

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2020

SVAMITVA is a new government project that primarily aims to demarcate abadi areas that includes inhabitant land, inhabited areas contiguous to abadi and wadis/basties in rural areas, using drone surveying technology.

Why luxury car market has failed to flourish in India

Why luxury car market has failed to flourish in India

Rediff.com   20 Oct 2020

Cars priced above Rs 25 lakh account for 1 per cent in India's 3 million-car market and the share has remained unchanged over the last five years.

After almost 2 years, Samsung to resume producing TVs in India

After almost 2 years, Samsung to resume producing TVs in India

Rediff.com   15 Oct 2020

Citing unviable duty structure on key components like flat panels and open cell parts, Samsung had shuttered its TV assembly lines in Tamil Nadu in 2018.

Maruti to launch 1 SUV every 6 months till 2023

Maruti to launch 1 SUV every 6 months till 2023

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2020

First off the block will be a new multi-purpose vehicle which is being co-developed with Toyota - Suzuki's alliance partner. The model will also wear a Toyota badge.

Challenges DMart faces in its battle against Reliance Retail

Challenges DMart faces in its battle against Reliance Retail

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2020

Ramping up e-commerce operations and going beyond its current strongholds are key challenges for the grocery chain in its battle with Mukesh Ambani's retail behemoth.

'Made in India' iPhone 12 soon as manufacturers get govt's nod

'Made in India' iPhone 12 soon as manufacturers get govt's nod

Rediff.com   7 Oct 2020

The US tech major is planning to begin local production of its upcoming iPhone 12 by next April - within six months of its launch.

IPL 2020: From shampoo to face masks, brands score a six this season

IPL 2020: From shampoo to face masks, brands score a six this season

Rediff.com   5 Oct 2020

Small and big advertisers are making their presence felt this year far more than they did earlier, bringing a smile to the faces of the tournament's organisers and partners.

Long weekend brings cheer to hotels, travel firms as demand picks up

Long weekend brings cheer to hotels, travel firms as demand picks up

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2020

While airlines are seeing improved demand and industry-wide seat occupancy has increased to over 60%, it is road trips which are generating higher traction. Booking trends show that customers are also choosing homestays or four- star and five-star accommodations, as hygiene and safety is a priority now.

How Mercedes is gaining speed in a slowing car market

How Mercedes is gaining speed in a slowing car market

Rediff.com   1 Oct 2020

From watches and sunglasses to trekking/fitness bicycles, online shoppers seem ready to loosen purse strings.

Advertisers feel the heat of Bollywood drug abuse probe

Advertisers feel the heat of Bollywood drug abuse probe

Rediff.com   1 Oct 2020

Advertising agencies admitted that conversations had begun with their clients to exercise restraint while using brand endorsements featuring film actors whose names appeared in the probe.

Farm Bills: Who are the actual gainers?

Farm Bills: Who are the actual gainers?

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2020

While reforms may translate into new opportunities for firms like ITC, Adani Wilmar and Reliance Retail, farmers are unlikely to use it for fear of upsetting commission agents.

In India, taxes on cars are among the highest

In India, taxes on cars are among the highest

Rediff.com   29 Sep 2020

Cars and two-wheelers attract 28% GST and a cess in the range of 3-22%, taking the effective tax rate to up to 50%.

Mahindra Holidays scouts for acquisitions despite pandemic

Mahindra Holidays scouts for acquisitions despite pandemic

Rediff.com   28 Sep 2020

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts plans to have close to 5,300 rooms in the next 3- 4 years from the current 3,700 rooms.

Despite all odds, Bharat to drive Maruti's sales

Despite all odds, Bharat to drive Maruti's sales

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2020

Good sowing of kharif crops, better minimum support prices, and fewer Covid-19 cases (in villages) will help the rural growth story to continue, says Maruti.

Mobile firms stare at gloomy festive season

Mobile firms stare at gloomy festive season

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2020

Though leading brands like Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Oppo managed to absorb the initial lockdown shock and resumed their local production back to 60 per cent, they would likely suffer a 20-25 per cent loss of sales in the October-December quarter.

From Rs 60 cr to Rs 300 cr, India's hand sanitiser market has grown five times

From Rs 60 cr to Rs 300 cr, India's hand sanitiser market has grown five times

Rediff.com   24 Sep 2020

From paints to apparel and lifestyle majors, brewers, distillers and fragrance makers have stepped into the market, even as the frontline companies including FMCG players, pharma and healthcare majors were the first to seize the opportunity created by Covid-19.

When will Mumbai's restaurants re-open?

When will Mumbai's restaurants re-open?

Rediff.com   22 Sep 2020

The plan is to start with 20-25 per cent capacity by early next month as part of Unlock 5.0, before moving to 50 and then 100 per cent.