Shreya Nandi, Subrata Panda, Ajinkya Kawale, Sanjeeb Mukherjee, Business Standard

Stories by Shreya Nandi, Subrata Panda, Ajinkya Kawale, Sanjeeb Mukherjee, Business Standard

Will Delhi Get Respite From Heat Wave By June 25?

Will Delhi Get Respite From Heat Wave By June 25?

Rediff.com   3 days ago

Heatwave may abate over most parts of North India in next two days; temperatures likely to drop by 2-3C.

HDFC Bank to pursue legal remedies against Mehta family of Lilavati Trust

HDFC Bank to pursue legal remedies against Mehta family of Lilavati Trust

Rediff.com   9 Jun 2025

HDFC Bank on Sunday said that it will "pursue all lawful remedies" to recover public funds and address the retaliatory actions taken by the Mehta family of the Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical (LKMM) Trust, which has filed a complaint against the bank's managing director (MD) & chief executive officer (CEO) Sashidhar Jagdishan alleging financial fraud.

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Foreign investment in Indian corporate bonds hits 10-year high in May

Rediff.com   7 Jun 2025

Foreign investment in bonds issued by Indian corporates touched a 10-year high in May at 20,996 crore, driven by $3.35 billion fundraise by the Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) group, which saw infusion from Deutsche Bank, BlackRock, Morgan Stanley, Davidson Kempner, and Cerberus Capital, among others. The SP group sold three-year bonds, offering 19.75 per cent yield compounded annually and payable at maturity.

Lesson from 2009: Early Monsoon, Not Always Good

Lesson from 2009: Early Monsoon, Not Always Good

Rediff.com   2 Jun 2025

The last time the southwest monsoon arrived earlier than in 2025 -- that is, back in 2009 -- the rains lost steam after the early onset and ended the season with almost 23 per cent deficient rainfall, which was the lowest recorded average rainfall in several decades over India.

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

Rediff.com   30 May 2025

'Right now, silver -- and especially platinum -- are very cheap compared to gold. If I were buying today, I would choose platinum.'

LIC picks up Adani Ports' entire Rs 5K cr issue

LIC picks up Adani Ports' entire Rs 5K cr issue

Rediff.com   30 May 2025

State-owned Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) on Thursday entirely subscribed to the Rs 5,000 crore bond issue of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) at a coupon rate of 7.75 per cent, said sources privy to the development.

Flash Flood Threat Grows with Monsoon Changes

Flash Flood Threat Grows with Monsoon Changes

Rediff.com   30 May 2025

The frequency of short-duration, heavy rainfall events over central India and long-duration heavy rainfall events over the north-western coasts of the country has risen considerably in the last few decades.

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

Rediff.com   28 May 2025

The edited sheep contains no foreign DNA, distinguishing it from transgenic organisms and paving the way for regulatory approval under India's evolving biotech policy framework.

Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

For the first time, the Data Security Council of India assembled a joint task force to source threat intelligence at the origin and ensure coordinated action across the cybersecurity spectrum.

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

There's no change in Apple Inc's India strategy, said a top government source. 'It can only be enhanced'.

How Much Does Pakistan Spend On Defence?

How Much Does Pakistan Spend On Defence?

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

In 2024, Pakistan shelled out $10.2 billion in defence spends.

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Rediff.com   21 May 2025

Only experienced investors with a high risk appetite, a grasp of market cycles, and comfort with volatility and timing risk should invest.

'Investors Prefer A Staggered Approach'

'Investors Prefer A Staggered Approach'

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

'While investors believe in India's long-term growth story and resilience amid global uncertainty, they see near-term risks around the direction of a global trade war.'

Can AI Improve Customer Service At PSBs?

Can AI Improve Customer Service At PSBs?

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

'AI analyses body language, etiquette, and communication skills, providing an in-depth performance matrix and a ranking system to help employees identify areas of improvement.'

Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Rediff.com   19 May 2025

An ex-employee claimed that team members were routinely subjected to verbal abuse, even for basic clarifications or suggesting improvements.

How COVID Cut India's Life Expectancy

How COVID Cut India's Life Expectancy

Rediff.com   19 May 2025

The drop is seen as a significant demographic indicator, reflecting the toll of the pandemic on the nation's population.

'Yes Bank has solved the asset quality problem'

'Yes Bank has solved the asset quality problem'

Rediff.com   17 May 2025

'Now we have one of the best asset qualities in the industry.'

'Trump Has No Enemies. He Has No Friends'

'Trump Has No Enemies. He Has No Friends'

Rediff.com   17 May 2025

'In the Indian government there are no illusions about the United States reliability or the possibility of having any kind of preferential treatment from Washington when it comes to trade.'

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Rediff.com   17 May 2025

'The universe of PSU stocks is huge and diverse.' 'Investors should bet on specific sectors and stocks from the basket as most of them may continue to consolidate after years of outperformance.'

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

Rediff.com   16 May 2025

The interplay between domestic and foreign capital will shape India's equity markets.