T E Narasimhan &Amp;Amp; Aneesh Phadnis

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As domestic sales decline, drug makers focus on exports

As domestic sales decline, drug makers focus on exports

Rediff.com   1 Oct 2020

While sales in the domestic market declined 4.2 per cent during the April-July period, exports grew steadily at 9.5 per cent during the same period.

Lufthansa cancels flights to India till October 20

Lufthansa cancels flights to India till October 20

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2020

The move comes after the government rejected its plan to operate 20 flights a week.

Vi starts upgrading 3G subscribers to 4G

Vi starts upgrading 3G subscribers to 4G

Rediff.com   28 Sep 2020

Vi will continue to offer basic voice data services to its 2G users.

US continues to be biggest source of VC investment in India

US continues to be biggest source of VC investment in India

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2020

Nearly half of the investments by various US-based investors have been made in Reliance subsidiary Jio.

VC investments from China down by 66% in 2020

VC investments from China down by 66% in 2020

Rediff.com   18 Sep 2020

The drop was the result of the change in FDI rules, which was amplified by the border standoff between India and China.

Ready-made garment exports are on a road to revival

Ready-made garment exports are on a road to revival

Rediff.com   17 Sep 2020

Recovery was largely driven by the European Union markets.

Investors are betting big on India's education sector

Investors are betting big on India's education sector

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2020

The pandemic has confined students across all ages to home and digital education is the only way to continue learning.

While Hero MotoCorp, TVS gain mkt share, Honda, Bajaj slip

While Hero MotoCorp, TVS gain mkt share, Honda, Bajaj slip

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2020

As macroeconomic numbers continue to disappoint, reaching pre-Covid level is unlikely in FY21.

This Navratna company to invest Rs 43,000 crore in power, mining projects

This Navratna company to invest Rs 43,000 crore in power, mining projects

Rediff.com   9 Sep 2020

The company signed a JV agreement with Coal India to set up 5000 Mw of solar and thermal projects. These projects are expected to commence between 2023 and 2027.

Tractor sales remain strong in August

Tractor sales remain strong in August

Rediff.com   2 Sep 2020

Increase in kharif sowing area, good monsoon, rural cash flows and base effect among factors that have driven volumes.

Will Khona's return as CEO give GoAir its second wind?

Will Khona's return as CEO give GoAir its second wind?

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2020

Kaushik Khona's second innings at GoAir will be more challenging than the first. Globally, the aviation industry is in deep distress because of the pandemic, reports Aneesh Phadnis.

After 5 years, Nissan, TN govt tax dispute finally ends

After 5 years, Nissan, TN govt tax dispute finally ends

Rediff.com   27 Aug 2020

The dispute arose after Nissan alleged that Tamil Nadu hadn't paid certain incentives under a 2008 agreement to set up a car plant at Oragadam, near Chennai.

Is EV rollout sans batteries possible?

Is EV rollout sans batteries possible?

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2020

An EV has to be purchased along with the battery as there are hardly any battery swapping, rental, or leasing business models available across India.

Shriram Transport: In a rare instance shareholders oust high-profile board member

Shriram Transport: In a rare instance shareholders oust high-profile board member

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2020

The issue also underscores the growing scrutiny by investors and voting advisory firms of the performance of board members.

Can India's defence sector be atmanirbhar?

Can India's defence sector be atmanirbhar?

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2020

'We see the defence industry as one of the leading sectors, which will significantly contribute to the growth of the Indian economy, but more importantly, bring atmanirbharta to national security.'

Covid-19 pandemic is boom time for the 'faraway doctor'

Covid-19 pandemic is boom time for the 'faraway doctor'

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2020

Tele/video-consults have been effective for patients requiring post-hospitalisation follow-up, especially if they are from outside the city; patients with chronic diseases that need periodic monitoring; and pregnant women who require routine checkup with minimum exposure.

Despite pandemic, investors are flocking to Tamil Nadu

Despite pandemic, investors are flocking to Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2020

Tamil Nadu has cornered around 18.63 per cent of the fresh investments in Q1FY21 and topped the list of state-wise investments. These investments should help create over 67,212 jobs.

To beat lockdown blues, brands hit the right chord with digital movies

To beat lockdown blues, brands hit the right chord with digital movies

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2020

With theatres remaining shut, new releases are making a beeline for OTT platforms, and companies are forging tie-ups to reach out to the target audience.

Shareholder nod sought to pay IndiGo CEO's salary

Shareholder nod sought to pay IndiGo CEO's salary

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2020

According to the annual report, Ronojoy Dutta's remuneration package includes a gross annual salary of $1.27 million, which would be payable in rupees. Also, he is entitled for a commitment bonus payout. In FY20, he received a remuneration of Rs 11.4 crore in his role as CEO and whole-time director.

Domestic air traffic rises 6% in July

Domestic air traffic rises 6% in July

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2020

Airlines flew 2.1 mn passengers in July, against 1.9 mn in June.