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Beleaguered Gensol's independent director quits

Beleaguered Gensol's independent director quits

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Gensol Engineering, the beleaguered firm that came under market regulator Sebi's lens for fund diversions and governance lapses, said that its independent director Arun Menon has resigned with immediate effect.

Sensex, Nifty tank over 1% amid foreign fund exodus

Sensex, Nifty tank over 1% amid foreign fund exodus

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Among 30 Sensex shares, Zomato tanked over 5 per cent. Tata Steel, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Motors, Power Grid, Larsen & Toubro, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hindustan Unilever and ITC were the biggest laggards. Bharti Airtel was the only gainer among Sensex scrips.

Australian Open: Hady Habib Creates History

Australian Open: Hady Habib Creates History

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Hady Habib is the first man representing Lebanon to win a singles main draw match at a Grand Slam in the professional era.

COVID-19 Returns, But No Cause For Alarm

COVID-19 Returns, But No Cause For Alarm

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'We have to be wary because if an uncontrolled transmission happens, random mutations may lead to something which could be virulent and then that could land us in a problem.'

The side effects are real, but Sun Pharma stays on its feet

The side effects are real, but Sun Pharma stays on its feet

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

After falling 17 per cent since the start of the year to its March lows, the stock of the country's largest pharmaceutical (pharma) company, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, has clawed back nearly half of those losses. Recent acquisitions, a favourable court ruling in the case of the hair loss drug Leqselvi, an edge over peers owing to its specialty portfolio, and a diversified global presence have supported the recovery.

Will RBI's rate cut lower loan EMIs?

Will RBI's rate cut lower loan EMIs?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The repo rate cut by 25 basis points by the monetary policy committee (MPC) of RBI announced Friday will give a long-awaited relief on interest rates and also be supportive of economic growth, according to experts. Repo rate is the interest rate at which the RBI lends money to commercial banks.

Sinner loses prestigious award over doping ban

Sinner loses prestigious award over doping ban

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Sinner, who retained his Australian Open title last month, failed two drug tests in March 2024 but was allowed to keep competing while he appealed his case.

Khelo India Para Games 2025: Kaur breaks powerlifting national record

Khelo India Para Games 2025: Kaur breaks powerlifting national record

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Punjab powerlifter Jaspreet Kaur set a new national record in the 45kg category at the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025, lifting 101kg to win the gold medal.

Mumbai get Jaiswal boost for Ranji Trophy semis

Mumbai get Jaiswal boost for Ranji Trophy semis

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Jaiswal, who made his ODI debut against England, scoring 15 in Nagpur last week and was at Ahmedabad with the Indian team for the third and final match, will join the Mumbai team in Nagpur on Friday.

Pope Francis breaks silence on China's persecution of Muslims

Pope Francis breaks silence on China's persecution of Muslims

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

"I think often of persecuted peoples: the Rohingya, the poor Uyghurs, the Yazidi -- what ISIS did to them was truly cruel -- or Christians in Egypt and Pakistan killed by bombs that went off while they prayed in the church," Francis says in a new book, Let Us Dream: The Path to A Better Future, published on Monday.

Sebi brings in stricter disclosure norms for IPO-bound companies

Sebi brings in stricter disclosure norms for IPO-bound companies

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced stricter Key Performance Indicator (KPI) disclosures for initial public offers (IPOs). These new standards, developed in collaboration with industry associations, aim to enhance transparency and provide investors with a clearer understanding of a company's valuation and business performance.

Mourning The Dead In Manipur

Mourning The Dead In Manipur

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Scenes from funerals in Jiribam in Manipur for Meiteis killed in the ethnic violence that broke out in Borobekra.

New Zealand second team to qualify for 2026 World Cup

New Zealand second team to qualify for 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

New Zealand advance to their third football World Cup following the 1982 and 2010 finals.

When The Ambanis Couldn't Stop Smiling

When The Ambanis Couldn't Stop Smiling

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The Ambanis go all out to celebrate the wedding of their youngest son, Anant, with Radhika Merchant.

New Sebi chief will get Rs 5.6 lakh salary per month

New Sebi chief will get Rs 5.6 lakh salary per month

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

The government on Monday invited applications for the post of chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). The current SEBI chairperson Madhavi Puri Buch's three-year term ends on February 28. Buch assumed charge at the helm of Sebi on March 2, 2022.

Trade war fears spook markets; Sensex falls 319 points

Trade war fears spook markets; Sensex falls 319 points

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

From Sensex shares, Larsen & Toubro, Tata Motors, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, ITC, Power Grid, NTPC and Reliance Industries were the major laggards. Among the gainers, Bajaj Finance jumped over 5 per cent. Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv, Bharti Airtel and Maruti also ended higher.

Discounts are back at car dealerships

Discounts are back at car dealerships

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Dealers said the discounts this March are higher than the same month in the previous year.

Sachin, Sania, SKY, Pant Bless Anant-Radhika

Sachin, Sania, SKY, Pant Bless Anant-Radhika

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Tennis queen Sania Mirza looked like a vision as she arrived to attend Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's Shubh Aashirwad ceremony at the Jio World Centre at the Bandra Kurla Complex, north west Mumbai, on Saturday, July 13, 2024.

When Pope Leo XIV Visited Kerala

When Pope Leo XIV Visited Kerala

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'I remember our priests saying that he liked sea food. So, they cooked sea food for him without masala and spice.' 'It seems he enjoyed Kerala food very much.'

Three firms seek CCI nod to acquire stakes in Akasa Air

Three firms seek CCI nod to acquire stakes in Akasa Air

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Tech tycoon Azim Premji's global investment arm, Manipal Group Chief Ranjan Pai's family office and 360 ONE Asset have sought approval from fair trade regulator CCI to acquire stakes in domestic carrier Akasa Air's parent company SNV Aviation. "The proposed transaction involves the acquisition of certain shareholding by each of PIOF, Claypond and 360 Fund (through its various schemes and affiliates) in Akasa Air," said a notice filed with the Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Wednesday.

No US Tariff Cut Commitment: Govt

No US Tariff Cut Commitment: Govt

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Government representatives told a parliamentary panel that the US has not officially conveyed to India that it should cut tariffs by April 2.

India's services sector growth sees sharp uptick in Feb

India's services sector growth sees sharp uptick in Feb

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

India's services sector activity witnessed a sharp uptick in February boosted by improving domestic and international demand, which resulted in a quicker expansion in output and a substantial increase in employment, a monthly survey said on Wednesday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index rose from January's 26-month low of 56.5 to 59.0 in February, indicating a sharp rate of expansion.

Key takeaways from RBI's Monetary Policy

Key takeaways from RBI's Monetary Policy

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

RBI cuts GDP growth projection to 6.6 per cent for current financial year, from earlier forecast of 7.2 per cent.

ATP round-up: Alcaraz eases into Rotterdam semis

ATP round-up: Alcaraz eases into Rotterdam semis

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz of Spain and No. 8 seed Hubert Hurkacz of Poland will clash in the ABN Amro Open semi-finals on Saturday after both posted victories on Friday in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Massive Rescue Ops Underway In Wayanad

Massive Rescue Ops Underway In Wayanad

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Rescue operations in Kerala's Wayanad district resumed on Thursday, marking one of the largest efforts to save those stranded by the landslides that have hit the region.

Hyundai is 5th most valuable auto firm by mcap on listing day

Hyundai is 5th most valuable auto firm by mcap on listing day

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Hyundai Motor India Ltd has become the country's fifth most valuable auto firm by market valuation in its debut trade on Tuesday. Shares of Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the Indian arm of South Korean automaker Hyundai, listed at Rs 1,931, reflecting a decline of 1.47 per cent against the issue price of Rs 1,960 on the BSE earlier in the day. The stock slumped 7.80 per cent to Rs 1,807.05 during the day and finally ended at Rs 1,820.40 apiece, down 7.12 per cent.

How Sebi plans to ensure greater transparency and ease of doing business

How Sebi plans to ensure greater transparency and ease of doing business

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Under its new chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has gravitated towards greater transparency and ease of doing business, setting an objective of "effective and optimum" regulation. On Monday, during its first board meeting under Pandey, the regulator has decided to constitute a high-level committee (HLC) to review conflicts of interest and unveiled initiatives to simplify regulatory processes.

Selling in HDFC Bank, RIL drag markets down

Selling in HDFC Bank, RIL drag markets down

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

From the Sensex pack, Reliance Industries, Bajaj Finserv, HDFC Bank, Adani Ports, Maruti Suzuki India, Axis Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Sun Pharmaceuticals and Asian Paints were among the laggards. Reliance Industries fell the most by 2.38 per cent to close at Rs 1,171.10 apiece.

'Liquidity In The Market Is Drying'

'Liquidity In The Market Is Drying'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

'The pain can be more in the days ahead.'

RBI cautions about 'deepfake' video of Guv Das

RBI cautions about 'deepfake' video of Guv Das

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Reserve Bank on Tuesday cautioned public against "deepfake" videos of the governor being circulated on social media that claim the launch of or support to some investment schemes by the central bank. In a statement, the RBI cautioned public on "deepfake videos of Top Management" circulated over social media giving financial advice.

Youngest since Nadal: Tien makes Aus Open history

Youngest since Nadal: Tien makes Aus Open history

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Learner Tien became the youngest man to reach the Australian Open fourth round in 20 years

A First For Any PM! Modi At Christmas

A First For Any PM! Modi At Christmas

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made history by attending Christmas celebrations organised by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India in New Delhi on Monday, December 23, 2024.

'If There Is No Money In The Hands Of People...'

'If There Is No Money In The Hands Of People...'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'...how do they consume and contribute to the GDP?'

Who's The Guy In The Orange Suit?

Who's The Guy In The Orange Suit?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

That's the 27 year old who shot an insurance CEO in New York and nearly got away with it...until he was spotted at a McDonalds in Pennsylvania by an alert employee who tipped off the cops...

RBI may cut interest rate by 25 bps on Feb 7

RBI may cut interest rate by 25 bps on Feb 7

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The RBI is likely to reduce the key interest rate by 25 basis points this week after keeping it on hold for two years, complementing the Union Budget initiatives to push consumption-led demand, though the sliding rupee continues to be a concern. As the retail inflation has remained within the Reserve Bank's comfort zone (less than 6 per cent) for most of the year, the central bank can take rate action to boost growth hit by sluggish consumption, opined experts.

The Radhika Merchant-Anant Ambani Mameru Ceremony

The Radhika Merchant-Anant Ambani Mameru Ceremony

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Glitz, glamour and lots of joy marked the celebration.

Look Who Stole The Show At The Wedding...

Look Who Stole The Show At The Wedding...

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Sporting stars, past and present, at the Ambani wedding.

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Sabalenka vs Keys: Power showdown in Australian Open final

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Madison Keys made rocky starts on Thursday but eventually secured contrasting victories to set up a heavy metal Australian Open final showdown

Religare: Sebi rejects open offer by US-based entity

Religare: Sebi rejects open offer by US-based entity

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Capital market regulator Sebi on Tuesday rejected the competing open offer made by the US-based entity Danny Gaekwad Developments & Investments for acquisition of Religare Enterprises Ltd (REL) as it did not meet necessary regulations.

Review: Suriya Rises Above Kanguva

Review: Suriya Rises Above Kanguva

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Kanguva is a mishmash of conceptually strong set pieces that feels bloated, as the central scaffolding holding together the core themes of love that heals over time and eternity, feels like an afterthought, observes Arjun Menon.