Viveat Susan Pinto And N Sundaresha Subramanian

Stories by Viveat Susan Pinto And N Sundaresha Subramanian

American test awaits Tata & Co

American test awaits Tata & Co

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2016

Every move that strengthens Cyrus Mistry's position in companies like Indian Hotels could prolong the uncertainty.

Tatas falls off top 5 in attractive brands list, down to 7

Tatas falls off top 5 in attractive brands list, down to 7

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2016

While study was done before the current boardroom battle began, the findings indicate Tata is no longer viewed as aspirational brand by working professionals.

Cyrus Mistry's exit: Tata corporate brand takes a beating with boardroom battle

Cyrus Mistry's exit: Tata corporate brand takes a beating with boardroom battle

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2016

Experts say the impact is limited to investors and potential employees and may ease out in the next few months

Silence is no longer an option, says Tata-funded IiAS

Silence is no longer an option, says Tata-funded IiAS

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2016

In absence of hard facts, the group risks losing public trust, says the firm, which has investment from the Tatas

Cyrus Mistry's lame duck to Mukesh Ambani's leopard: When businessmen seek refuge in the animal kingdom

Cyrus Mistry's lame duck to Mukesh Ambani's leopard: When businessmen seek refuge in the animal kingdom

Rediff.com   28 Oct 2016

Top businessmen often seek refuge in the animal kingdom to describe their situation

Trusts withdrew Rs 4,000 crore prematurely from Tata Sons in May

Trusts withdrew Rs 4,000 crore prematurely from Tata Sons in May

Rediff.com   26 Oct 2016

Terms reveal that such premature redemption is allowable on dividend reset dates in case there is no agreement on the dividend rate

Cyrus Mistry: In 24 hours, from chairman to non-exec director

Cyrus Mistry: In 24 hours, from chairman to non-exec director

Rediff.com   26 Oct 2016

A non-executive director typically does not engage in the day-to-day management of the organisation

Singhvi, Salve will advise Tatas on Mistry exit fallout

Singhvi, Salve will advise Tatas on Mistry exit fallout

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2016

Tata Group expects to do some tightrope walking on legal issues in the days ahead.

Why was Cyrus Mistry shown the door?

Why was Cyrus Mistry shown the door?

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2016

Experts view this as a case of "failed experiment" in succession

No pay, it's all work for these Indian promoters

No pay, it's all work for these Indian promoters

Rediff.com   19 Oct 2016

Around 300 promoters serve their company boards for free.

Sri Sri signs on Sindhu to endorse health drink

Sri Sri signs on Sindhu to endorse health drink

Rediff.com   15 Oct 2016

This is only the second endorsement in the baba-led space by a celebrity after wrestler Sushil Kumar featured in an ad last year for Patanjali Ghee.

Samsung swings into action after Note 2 explosion

Samsung swings into action after Note 2 explosion

Rediff.com   26 Sep 2016

The company will meet DGCA next week and is putting in place a strategy to contain the damage

When it comes to PSB appointments, 'BJP flavour' is the strongest

When it comes to PSB appointments, 'BJP flavour' is the strongest

Rediff.com   20 Sep 2016

Promises have been made in the past about cleaning up bank boards, revamping processes, purging vested interests. How far away is that Promised Land?

Patanjali moves high court against ad regulatory body

Patanjali moves high court against ad regulatory body

Rediff.com   16 Sep 2016

While members are bound to listen to ASCI, the self-regulator has frequently faced resistance from non-members, who've challenged its authority to redress grievances of complainants

Ad lines blur as political leaders turn quasi brand ambassadors

Ad lines blur as political leaders turn quasi brand ambassadors

Rediff.com   15 Sep 2016

The Prime Minister and and President gracing ads for Reliance Jio and Bandhan Bank have put the spotlight on this trend.

How Big Bazaar lost its way online

How Big Bazaar lost its way online

Rediff.com   14 Sep 2016

Three years after launching Big Bazaar Direct, Future group CEO Kishore Biyani's enthusiasm for online ventures has been tempered by growth concerns

Nestl shifts spotlight to non-Maggi brands

Nestl shifts spotlight to non-Maggi brands

Rediff.com   13 Sep 2016

Nescaf is leading the company's efforts to widen the public lens on its portfolio of brands

Windfall for brokers in BSE public offer

Windfall for brokers in BSE public offer

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2016

Reports have suggested Rs 400-650 as the possible IPO price

When Vishal Dadlani got it horribly wrong

When Vishal Dadlani got it horribly wrong

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2016

'Politics and religion is a dangerous mix in India and anybody even remotely seen crossing the line is taken to task.'

Sebi's insider trading norms ruffle India Inc's feathers

Sebi's insider trading norms ruffle India Inc's feathers

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2016

While the market regulator's recent note on portfolio management schemes has kicked up a storm, that is not the only pain point for businesses, says N Sundaresha Subramanian.