Virendra Singh Rawat And T E Narasimhan

Stories by Virendra Singh Rawat And T E Narasimhan

How Tamil Nadu plans to become a start-up destination

How Tamil Nadu plans to become a start-up destination

Rediff.com   21 Jan 2019

The policy aims to create around 5,000 startups, including 10 global high-growth startups, and to create a minimum of 100,000 high skilled job creation, direct and indirect, in the startup ecosystem by 2023.

Under fire on all fronts, 2019 polls a chance for Yogi Adityanath to prove himself

Under fire on all fronts, 2019 polls a chance for Yogi Adityanath to prove himself

Rediff.com   14 Jan 2019

The Hindutva poster boy has lost his sheen following the BJP's poll reverses in Hindi heartland states and his style of governance, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

India's hair care industry is worth Rs 22,500 crores!

India's hair care industry is worth Rs 22,500 crores!

Rediff.com   13 Jan 2019

While demand for hair care products is increasing in both rural and urban markets, urban consumers have proven to be more extravagant, reports T E Narasimhan.

Why 1,700 employees of Pfizer's India arm may lose their jobs

Why 1,700 employees of Pfizer's India arm may lose their jobs

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2019

A key lesson for the pharmaceutical sector in this case is to not downplay the significant impact that regulatory non-compliance can have on operations.

ISRO gears up for busy 2019

ISRO gears up for busy 2019

Rediff.com   5 Jan 2019

Over 32 missions -- satellites and rockets -- have been planned for the year.

Ayodhya 2.0: Old story, new actors

Ayodhya 2.0: Old story, new actors

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2018

The Ayodhya issue is unlikely to die out anytime soon with parties vying to appropriate majority sentiments in varying proportions to suit their political agendas.

Shocking! Traders, MSMEs cut 3.5 million jobs

Shocking! Traders, MSMEs cut 3.5 million jobs

Rediff.com   24 Dec 2018

Demonetisation and GST are the main reasons for the job losses.

Rajinikanth to launch television channel

Rajinikanth to launch television channel

Rediff.com   23 Dec 2018

Thalaiva's name and photo will appear on the logo and label of the channel.

Ikea's Rs 5,000 crore mega plan for Uttar Pradesh

Ikea's Rs 5,000 crore mega plan for Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com   14 Dec 2018

The company is likely to sign a MoU with the Yogi Adityanath government for opening retail stores in the important towns of the state.

Thomas Cook to invest Rs 30 cr; to focus improving tourism in UP

Thomas Cook to invest Rs 30 cr; to focus improving tourism in UP

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2018

Thomas Cook India's internal data had highlighted Lucknow region as a high potential source market for holiday business.

In its 2nd coming, Nokia learns to play the game

In its 2nd coming, Nokia learns to play the game

Rediff.com   16 Nov 2018

To beat its rivals, Nokia has done what most Chinese brands did soon after they entered the Indian market. Tied up with a well-known Bollywood actor as endorser, associated with cricket and established fan engagement initiatives, reports T E Narasimhan.

A peek into Cochin Shipyard's mega future plans

A peek into Cochin Shipyard's mega future plans

Rediff.com   12 Nov 2018

That includes the building of an anti-submarine warfare Corvette and an aircraft carrier for the navy.

How India shopped online this festive season

How India shopped online this festive season

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2018

What sold the most this year? Beauty, toys and baby care, sports and fitness, television and large appliances, followed by fashion, says T E Narasimhan.

Social media stirs the Bollywood plot

Social media stirs the Bollywood plot

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2018

Social media teams ensure there is something new around the movie every few days and as the release date nears, every few hours.

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2018

As advertising reaches a cacophonous pitch, as it does every year around this time, brands say they are finding newer and more effective ways to reach their audiences.

Tatas' JV puts life back into Sanand plant with 2 new models

Tatas' JV puts life back into Sanand plant with 2 new models

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2018

According to experts, Tata Tiago JTP and Tigor JTP -- a sedan and hatchback -- are not only powerful and faster than every other car in the segment, but also in the segment above, including their peers Maruti Baleno RS, Volkswagen Polo and others.

All you want to know about green crackers

All you want to know about green crackers

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2018

The non-viability of green crackers may pave the way for e-crackers.

SC verdict brings relief for Sivakasi's firework manufacturers

SC verdict brings relief for Sivakasi's firework manufacturers

Rediff.com   24 Oct 2018

About 1,070 units in Sivakasi can manufacture fireworks worth Rs 6,000-9,000 crore.

Assembly polls 2018: UP CM to add firepower to BJP arsenal

Assembly polls 2018: UP CM to add firepower to BJP arsenal

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2018

'Star campaigner' to address election meetings in poll-bound Chhattisgarh, MP, Rajasthan.

Hyundai brings back Santro 3 years after shelving it

Hyundai brings back Santro 3 years after shelving it

Rediff.com   19 Oct 2018

The car is expected to hit the road on October 23 and is being launched as Hyundai celebrates two decades in the country. Industry sources say that it will be priced at Rs 3,70,000 to stay competitive with its biggest competitors, Tata Tiago and Maruti Suzuki Celerio.