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'Indian On Moon By 2040'

'Indian On Moon By 2040'

Rediff.com   21 Aug 2024

'Our vision for the future includes the creation of an active ecosystem, human space flight, a human space station.'

A Daily Puja For Kamala Harris' Victory

A Daily Puja For Kamala Harris' Victory

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2024

Every day at 11 am, T Rooban performs a special Abhisheka Aradhana for Kamala Harris' success, pouring liquid offerings over the deity's image while chanting sacred Sanskrit mantras.

Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2024

Foxconn's business in India has grown to over $10 billion till 2024.

Mpox Puts Health System On High Alert

Mpox Puts Health System On High Alert

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2024

Strict screening protocols are to be implemented for passengers arriving from central African countries affected by the outbreak.

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

TN govt powers Foxconn residence for 18K women

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2024

The Tamil Nadu government is set to unveil a housing initiative for 18,720 women employed by Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, a key supplier to iPhone-maker Apple, this Saturday. The project, located at Vallam Vadagal near Chennai, marks the first time an Indian state government has constructed a hostel of this scale for a private firm - a model that's been successful in China and Vietnam.

IIT Madras, AIIMS Top NIRF List

IIT Madras, AIIMS Top NIRF List

Rediff.com   13 Aug 2024

IIT Madras secured the top position out of the 10,885 institutes that took part in the NIRF's ninth edition.

CNG Vehicles Ride Past Diesel In Sales Race

CNG Vehicles Ride Past Diesel In Sales Race

Rediff.com   13 Aug 2024

'Primary buyers are commercial taxi and fleet operators and small businessmen.' 'CNG prices have been remarkably stable unlike petrol.'

Bangladesh Crisis: India's Two Wheelers Cos To Take Hit

Bangladesh Crisis: India's Two Wheelers Cos To Take Hit

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Indian companies also hold a considerable share of the car, bus, and three-wheeler markets in the country.

Krishna Chivukula Donates Rs 228 Crore To IIT-Madras

Krishna Chivukula Donates Rs 228 Crore To IIT-Madras

Rediff.com   7 Aug 2024

'His contribution not only elevates our institution but also serves as an inspiring example of how our alumni community continues to drive meaningful change.'

Bangladesh Crisis: Advantage Tiruppur!

Bangladesh Crisis: Advantage Tiruppur!

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2024

India's gain will be an additional business of $300 million to $400 million per month if 10-11% of Bangladesh's export is diverted to Indian hubs like Tiruppur.

PV inventory surges even as auto retail sales rise

PV inventory surges even as auto retail sales rise

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2024

Automobile (auto) retail sales in India grew by an impressive 14 per cent in July compared to the same period last year, driven by a surge in the rural economy, good product availability, and product launches. While passenger vehicles (PVs) saw a 10 per cent increase during this period, inventory levels have surged to a historic high of 67-72 days in PVs, equating to Rs 73,000 crore worth of stock, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (Fada). This poses a risk to dealer sustainability. Inventory levels in July 2023 were only 50-55 days, equating to a stock worth Rs 49,833 crore. In June 2024, inventory was between 62 and 67 days, with a stock value of Rs 60,000 crore.

M&A wave set to sweep over South cement market, say industry experts

M&A wave set to sweep over South cement market, say industry experts

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2024

UltraTech Cement's announcement that it would snap up a controlling stake in India Cements may only be a sign of more to come. In the wake of one of the country's most expensive deals in recent times, cement majors may slug it out to add smaller firms from the region to their portfolio. UltraTech's buy is the latest in the four deals the southern market has seen in less than a year, with Adani Cement being the other buyer.

Why Are Bengaluru IT Workers Protesting?

Why Are Bengaluru IT Workers Protesting?

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2024

'The overwhelming evidence from various studies and reports indicates that the current work culture in the IT sector, characterised by excessive hours, has severe consequences for health, productivity, and overall quality of life.'

Skilling plan laudable, but needs clarity: Biz leaders

Skilling plan laudable, but needs clarity: Biz leaders

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2024

While praising the internship scheme announced in the Budget, India Inc wants clarity on how it will be implemented. The scheme is expected to help companies address the skill gap in employment. Dheeraj Hinduja, chairman, auto major Ashok Leyland, said: "We had started an internship programme at our plant in Pantnagar, which we established in 2010 with colleges there.

'Made in India' Apparel Off To Paris Olympics

'Made in India' Apparel Off To Paris Olympics

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2024

If you see 'Made in India' apparel at any of the IOC's retail channels, it may have well come from Tiruppur, manufactured by a firm, which is owned by a mother-daughter duo, called Back Bay India.

Indian Biz Sees Hope After Bangladesh SC Order

Indian Biz Sees Hope After Bangladesh SC Order

Rediff.com   22 Jul 2024

'Bilateral trade has suffered seriously because of the growing unrest.' 'There is a standstill on both sides amid the curfew.'

Nipah Death Puts Kerala On Alert

Nipah Death Puts Kerala On Alert

Rediff.com   22 Jul 2024

The scare of communicable diseases seems to be gripping the country with Maharashtra reporting 28 Zika cases this year, the highest since 2021.

Downpour Of Diseases In India

Downpour Of Diseases In India

Rediff.com   20 Jul 2024

Kerala has had 202 fatalities in 2024 so far. In July alone, there were 202,122 episodes of fever, 2,250 cases of dengue, 1,850 cases of mumps and several other illnesses. 10,000 cases of dengue have been reported from Karnataka. 1,000 swine flu cases have been documented in Rajasthan.

Honda 2W share rises after on-board norms compliance

Honda 2W share rises after on-board norms compliance

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2024

The battle for the top spot in the two-wheeler market is intensifying. The gap between Hero MotoCorp and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) in retail sales narrowed to just 45,607 units in June. This improvement comes as HMSI has clawed back market share after dipping to a historic low of 18 per cent in May 2023. Now, the retail market shares of the two companies are 28.86 per cent and 25.54 per cent, respectively, compared to 35.54 per cent and 18.05 per cent in May 2023.

Priyanka's Entry To Boost Congress In South

Priyanka's Entry To Boost Congress In South

Rediff.com   16 Jul 2024

Priyanka's victory seems assured, but the broader implications for Kerala's political landscape and South Indian politics remain to be seen.