Shine Jacob, Nitin Kumar

Stories by Shine Jacob, Nitin Kumar

RE leads charge as Andhra bags Rs 13 trn investment proposals

RE leads charge as Andhra bags Rs 13 trn investment proposals

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Renewables sector stole the show as Andhra Pradesh bagged investments to the tune of around Rs 13.25 trillion during the three-day CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. The sector accounted for the bulk of Rs 5.33 trillion out of the memorandum of understanding (MoUs) signed during the summit.

Andhra all set for huge investments from Adani Group, Reliance

Andhra all set for huge investments from Adani Group, Reliance

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Adani Group said on Friday it will invest around Rs 1 trillion in various sectors of Andhra Pradesh over the next ten years, deepening its commitment in the state where it will partner with Google for an artificial intelligence (AI) hub in Visakhapatnam.

Ashok Leyland logs record profit

Ashok Leyland logs record profit

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Hinduja Group-led Ashok Leyland has posted a record consolidated net profit of ~820 crore in the second quarter of 2025-26 (FY26), up 7 per cent from ~767 crore during the same quarter last year.

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Now You Can Stay In A Lamborghini

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Their projects are known for Italian-inspired creative façades with intricate urban elegance.

GST 2.0, Festival Cheer Drove Record Vehicle Sales in October

GST 2.0, Festival Cheer Drove Record Vehicle Sales in October

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Festivals also contribute to the rise in overall automobile retail sales, says dealers association.

Apollo Hospitals Q2 net up 26%

Apollo Hospitals Q2 net up 26%

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2025

Leading hospital chain Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd (Ahel) has posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 477 crore during the second quarter this financial year, up 26 per cent from Rs 379 crore during the same period last financial year.

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

Rediff.com   5 Nov 2025

The debate over working hours flared up after Infosys Co-founder N R Narayana Murthy called for 14-hour workdays.

'IOB Bets Big On M&A Financing'

'IOB Bets Big On M&A Financing'

Rediff.com   3 Nov 2025

'This is an area where good lending can happen, and that is one of the priorities for the next quarter.'

'GST 2.0 Boost For Insurance Industry'

'GST 2.0 Boost For Insurance Industry'

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2025

'It will support our growth aspirations. It's very positive as it helps expand the market in a segment that really needs it.'

TVS Unveils New Norton Superbike Sketch

TVS Unveils New Norton Superbike Sketch

Rediff.com   24 Oct 2025

TVS Motor Company will reveal an all-new range of motorcycles at EICMA in Milan later this year, led by the new superbike.

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Where The Deadly Cough Syrup Was Made

Rediff.com   18 Oct 2025

Sandwiched between a Hero MotoCorp showroom and a shop that hires out cooking utensils is a small, dingy building that's been locked up. The non-descript two-room building is a manufacturing unit of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the pharma company made its Coldriff cough syrup that has allegedly killed 25 children in Madhya Pradesh.

Hyundai to make India global export hub, 2nd largest market

Hyundai to make India global export hub, 2nd largest market

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2025

Lining up its 2030 strategy, Hyundai said it was targeting up to 30 per cent export contribution and over 1.5-fold rise in revenue, to cross the 1 trillion milestone in five years.

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2025

'Every parent should rethink their decisions to send their children to the US.'

How Trump's Tariffs Hurts Dollar Town Of Garments

How Trump's Tariffs Hurts Dollar Town Of Garments

Rediff.com   29 Sep 2025

'The US slump could hit our hosiery market hard since 40 per cent of our exports go there.' 'Job losses could be severe if the government doesn't step in fast.'

Reality show to apps, Mathrubootham spreads funding wings

Reality show to apps, Mathrubootham spreads funding wings

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2025

Within weeks of announcing his exit as executive chairman of the global software-as-a-service (SaaS) company Freshworks, its founder Girish Mathrubootham appears to be on an investment spree.

A bike with integrated radar and camera-safety systems!

A bike with integrated radar and camera-safety systems!

Rediff.com   24 Sep 2025

Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette launches the fighter jet-inspired X-47 Crossover electric motorcycle at Rs 2.49 lakh, with deliveries to commence in October.

Agnikul Launches India's 1st 3D-Printed Rocket Hub

Agnikul Launches India's 1st 3D-Printed Rocket Hub

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2025

For the first time in India, the facility enables 3D printing of aerospace and rocket components up to one metre in height.

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2025

Luxury carmakers are shifting into high gear with a mix of product launches, personalised experiences and lifestyle-led engagement.

Late Engineering Changes Stall 80% of Auto Launches

Late Engineering Changes Stall 80% of Auto Launches

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2025

'The delay is high in India, and even higher in the case of electric vehicles.'

'US Is An Important Market For Us'

'US Is An Important Market For Us'

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2025

Businesses are testing new markets, tapping into domestic demand, and pushing the government for relief.