Surajeet Das Gupta, Gyan Verma, Viveat Susan Pinto

Stories by Surajeet Das Gupta, Gyan Verma, Viveat Susan Pinto

What worked for KBC 11

What worked for KBC 11

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2019

'Bachchan is thoroughly enjoying himself.'

How Dangal TV became a giant killer and topped TRP charts

How Dangal TV became a giant killer and topped TRP charts

Rediff.com   11 Nov 2019

Within rural markets, the viewership share of Dangal TV, which is a free-to-air channel, is at 33%.

Tussle between traders, FMCG firms worsens

Tussle between traders, FMCG firms worsens

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2019

Companies whose products have not been picked up for distribution in Gujarat under a "non-cooperation movement" include Marico, Dabur, Emami, Britannia, Reckitt Benckiser, and Godrej Consumer Products.

Indian skies fall short on wide-bodied aircraft

Indian skies fall short on wide-bodied aircraft

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2019

The collapse of Jet Airways has everything to do with the falling number of wide-bodied aircraft.

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Punit Goenka to continue as Zee MD as lenders prepare for share sale

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2019

Goenka, who is the elder son of Essel group promoter and Zee chairman Subhash Chandra, has been MD of the media firm since January 1, 2010.

What Uber plans to do in India

What Uber plans to do in India

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2019

'12% of all our global trips are done in India.'

How govt plans to untangle the telecom mess

How govt plans to untangle the telecom mess

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2019

Analysts have pointed out that with the dues arising out of the SC judgment there could soon be only two private telcos in the country, and not three - Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea - as now.

Smokers, no need to kick the butt yet

Smokers, no need to kick the butt yet

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2019

Phillip Morris says its research shows that the product while giving the same delivery of nicotine to smokers, does not produce the toxic and carcinogenic effects of cigarette smoking known as harmful and potential harmful constituents.

'India is a fundamental part of Uber's growth'

'India is a fundamental part of Uber's growth'

Rediff.com   23 Oct 2019

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the younger generation doesn't dream of owning a car, but instead wants the freedom of having any service on demand.

Vivo dragged to court over 'plagiarism'

Vivo dragged to court over 'plagiarism'

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2019

What will be the first instance of the matter moving beyond industry fora, ad agency Brand David, part of the WPP-owned Ogilvy group, has taken smartphone manufacturer Vivo to court over a campaign it claims resembles a piece of work it presented to the company earlier.

Diwali relief for viewers: Zee, Star, Colors drop prices

Diwali relief for viewers: Zee, Star, Colors drop prices

Rediff.com   12 Oct 2019

The move by these broadcasters comes close on the heels of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India announcing a review of its earlier tariff order, announced six months ago, which among others capped the prices for la carte channels.

Will Apple's latest strategies help push India sales?

Will Apple's latest strategies help push India sales?

Rediff.com   26 Sep 2019

Recently, Apple did two things differently. First, it entered video streaming sector with cheaper options and second it has opened up its OTT service for non-Apple users too.

Telecom biggies are ignoring Chinese firms for 5G trial

Telecom biggies are ignoring Chinese firms for 5G trial

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2019

The move comes against the backdrop of the US and some of its allies banning the purchase of Chinese telecom gear over security concerns and pressuring other countries to follow suit.

Why ride-hailing firms are lobbying for concessions

Why ride-hailing firms are lobbying for concessions

Rediff.com   13 Sep 2019

Ride-hailing services are also lobbying the government for the recognition of a new category for motorcycle-shared services, where the owner should not have to take a commercial licence. Pooled services is another area where taxi aggregators are hoping to make the government listen to them.

Trai-ing times ahead for small TV channels

Trai-ing times ahead for small TV channels

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2019

In its consultation paper Trai addressed three key points including the bundling of channels under bouquets, rampant discounting within bouquets, and the lack of consumer choice.

60-year old, but Fevicol ads are as quirky as ever

60-year old, but Fevicol ads are as quirky as ever

Rediff.com   21 Aug 2019

Fevicol has played with its advertising to convert an adhesive, a product that bore none of the glamour and glitz of consumer goods, into a loved and recalled brand.

The French Press, OYO's gift to India's coffee lovers

The French Press, OYO's gift to India's coffee lovers

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2019

OYO is also planning to set up some premium restaurants post the launch of The French Press. In recent months, the company has started four cloud kitchen brands - Adraq, O Biriyani, Paratha Pandit and Master of Momos.

Why Ramdev's Patanjali is losing its power

Why Ramdev's Patanjali is losing its power

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2019

While both Dabur and HUL have been aggressive in the 'naturals' market with new launches across its portfolio, unchecked distribution expansion and inconsistent quality of products have also been at the heart of Patanjali's problems.

RIL may buy more cable companies to push JioFiber plans

RIL may buy more cable companies to push JioFiber plans

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2019

Given the fragmented nature of the domestic cable TV market and the need for last-mile connectivity, RIL, said sources, would have to do more to achieve its target of reaching 20 million homes and 15 million business establishments with its broadband services across 1,600 towns in the next few years.

DHFL resolution plan: Stakeholders seek legal protection

DHFL resolution plan: Stakeholders seek legal protection

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2019

The stakeholders want protection from any litigation which might arise due to fresh claims against the company, especially after PE funds have bought stake in the company and the resolution plan has been cleared by the bankers.