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Vistara spreads its wings to Bengaluru

Vistara spreads its wings to Bengaluru

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

The city will be the 10th destination for Vistara.

Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

The commercial vehicle business is one of the mainstays for the Tata group, highlighting the importance of Girish Wagh's appointment.

Deal Street sets $81 billion record as promoters shed taboo

Deal Street sets $81 billion record as promoters shed taboo

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Cross previous high of $72 billion in 2007 as Indian promoters overcome the selling taboo. Abhineet Kumar reports from Mumbai.

Uber cab driver shot dead by juvenile in west Delhi

Uber cab driver shot dead by juvenile in west Delhi

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

A 51-year-old Uber cab driver was murdered allegedly by two juvenile passengers who dumped his body at an open field in west Delhi's Mundka area, the police said on Friday.

RIL's innovative buildings' JV with Nova off

RIL's innovative buildings' JV with Nova off

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

Nova's new owner has decided not to pursue this project.

African Nations Cup: Algeria fight back to beat South Africa

African Nations Cup: Algeria fight back to beat South Africa

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

South Africa missed a penalty and conceded an own goal as top-ranked Algeria came from behind to win 3-1 in their African Nations Cup Group C game on Monday.

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

PHOTOS: Australia hold edge after rain dampens Boxing Day cheer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Pakistan reached 142 for four wickets before play was abandoned due to rain after tea on day one of the second Test against Australia in Melbourne on Monday.

Vistara, AirAsia to boost their fleet size to 20 planes within a year

Vistara, AirAsia to boost their fleet size to 20 planes within a year

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Vistara has a three-class configuration with business, premium economy and economy cabins.

Mukesh Ambani bidding for Liverpool football club?

Mukesh Ambani bidding for Liverpool football club?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, and Subroto Roy, chairman of Sahara Group, are reportedly bidding for a 51 per cent stake in Liverpool football club -- one of the most successful clubs in the history of English football.

Mukesh Ambani bidding for Liverpool football club?

Mukesh Ambani bidding for Liverpool football club?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Liverpool is presently owned by American duo George Gillett and Tom Hicks, who acquired the club in February 2007.

Swine flu claims first life in Delhi this season

Swine flu claims first life in Delhi this season

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

A 51-year-old woman died of swine flu at a private hospital in Delhi, doctors said on Friday.

Reliance denies bidding for Liverpool

Reliance denies bidding for Liverpool

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

A Reliance Industries spokesman denied reports that its chairman Mukesh Ambani is bidding for a 51 per cent stake in Liverpool football club.

SpiceJet stakeholders reject ADAG offer

SpiceJet stakeholders reject ADAG offer

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

Key shareholders of low-cost airline SpiceJet have rejected an offer by the Reliance ADA Group to pick up a 51 per cent stake in the airline for Rs 40-45 per share. The offer was made last week.

Unbeaten South Africa crush India

Unbeaten South Africa crush India

Rediff.com17 Jun 2009

A pathetic India could not salvage their lost pride and sunk to a 12-run defeat against South Africa to end their miserable Twenty20 World Cup campaign on a losing note at Nottingham on Tuesday night.

'No one is exiting Spciejet'

'No one is exiting Spciejet'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

SpiceJet on Wednesday said none of its stakeholders were interested in selling stake in the leading no-frills carrier now.

PHOTOS: Karthik six off last ball seals India's T20 tri-series win

PHOTOS: Karthik six off last ball seals India's T20 tri-series win

Rediff.com18 Mar 2018

Karthik's gem of a cameo got him 29 off 8 balls with two boundaries and three sixes -- the last of them which will be forever be etched in the memory.

Sahara set to buy out Siva from Aamby Valley

Sahara set to buy out Siva from Aamby Valley

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

The deal size could be in excess of Rs 2,000 crore, though this could not be verified. Sivasankaran had invested close to Rs 1,800 crore in 2007 to take a 41 per cent stake in Aamby Valley. The Sahara Group is the majority investor, with a 51 per cent stake.

Essar takes 51% stake in Uganda, Congo telcos

Essar takes 51% stake in Uganda, Congo telcos

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Already with a presence in Kenya's telecom sector through a brand called 'Yu', Essar is looking to strengthening its foothold in the rapidly growing African market.

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

American Tower bulks up in India with $1.2 billion Viom stake buy

Statue row: UP chief secretary apologises to SC

Statue row: UP chief secretary apologises to SC

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Atul Kumar Gupta has tendered a 'sincere and unqualified apology' to the Supreme Court for allegedly going ahead with the construction of the Rs 2,600-crore memorials and statues of Dalit icons, including Chief Minister Mayawati, in Lucknow. In a 51-page affidavit, Gupta, while strongly denying any defiance of the SC's directions, said he has the highest respect for the apex court and was 'duty bound to comply' with its orders.

Satyam bids: Former CJI to oversee process

Satyam bids: Former CJI to oversee process

Rediff.com13 Mar 2009

Satyam on Thursday closed registrations for potential bidders as it began a process to sell 51 per cent stake in the company, which is caught in the country's biggest corporate scandal. The board will make the financial and legal data available to those shortlisted companies who will qualify in the EoI criteria.

Meet the fabulous 51-yr-old hot mom and fitness model

Meet the fabulous 51-yr-old hot mom and fitness model

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Nishriin Parikh, a 51-year-old fitness enthusiast, wants to inspire youngsters into taking their health and fitness seriously.

Balco to shut plant as aluminium prices crash

Balco to shut plant as aluminium prices crash

Rediff.com1 May 2009

"That plant has a high cost of production and it is not feasible to operate it when aluminium prices have dropped significantly," said a company executive. It has started reducing output and full closure is expected soon. Aluminium prices fell to $1,251 a tonne on the London Metal Exchange from last July's all-time high of $3,271, as the global credit crunch and economic slowdown curbed demand for the base metal. On Wednesday, the metal's LME price was $1,421 a tonne.

Saina suffers first round exit at Japan Open

Saina suffers first round exit at Japan Open

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Saina Nehwal made a disappointing return to the court, crashing to a first round defeat in the Japan Open Super Series badminton tournament in Tokyo on Wednesday. However, P Kashyap kept Indian hopes alive by advancing to the pre-quarter-finals.

12 CRPF personnel killed in Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh

12 CRPF personnel killed in Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

Four personnel were also injured in the Naxal attack and two of them were stated to be critical.

The 2020 challenge before IT-BPO

The 2020 challenge before IT-BPO

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

What does India need to do to realise the full potential that information technology and outsourced business services?

Govt wants Satyam to offer 51% to investor

Govt wants Satyam to offer 51% to investor

Rediff.com21 Feb 2009

The government is understood to be in favour of selling a 51 per cent stake in the beleaguered Satyam Computer Services, so that the ailing firm can raise sufficient funds to meet its working capital expenses and liabilities from the class-action suits.

'I would rather invest in projects than a buyback'

'I would rather invest in projects than a buyback'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

Housing Development and Infrastructure, country's third largest listed realty developer, has forayed into entertainment, power, oil & gas and broadcasting, among others, either directly or by acquiring stake. The company recently acquired a 51 per cent stake in Broadcast Initiatives, promoted by Sri Adhikari Brothers. Sarang Wadhawan talks about his company's plans and projects in an interview with Business Standard.

Satyam board meets today to examine bids

Satyam board meets today to examine bids

Rediff.com20 Mar 2009

The government-appointed board of Satyam Computer Services will meet on Friday to scrutinise the bids for a 51 per cent stake in the company and decide a schedule for completing the selection process.

IT-BPO: Is it the end of a dream run?

IT-BPO: Is it the end of a dream run?

Rediff.com13 May 2009

IT-BPO exports grew at a compound annual rate of 31.6 per cent in the boom years 2004-08. But the rate fell to 16 per cent last year (2008-09) and is likely to be in single digit in the current year.

Tata-SIA airline to lease Airbus A-320 planes for India ops

Tata-SIA airline to lease Airbus A-320 planes for India ops

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Full-service airline Tata-SIA, submitted its application for the grant of Air Operator's Permit (AOP or flying license) in April.

'Satyam share price would have had no bearing'

'Satyam share price would have had no bearing'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

iGate had in a statement on Friday evening said that it had dropped its bid for Satyam on 'further analysis'. Clarfying his stand last week that iGate would be keen to bid for Satyam at an offer price of below 90 cents a share, Murthy said, "Had we decided to pursue the bid, the share price would have had no bearing on our offer price as we would have bid at a price we thought was a fair valuation."

Reliance Brands calls off JV plan with Sixty Group

Reliance Brands calls off JV plan with Sixty Group

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

The JV was expected to open 56 exclusive high-end stores for the four focus brands, Miss Sixty, Energie, Killah & Murphy&Nye, in the top 10 cities in the first three years. As per the original plans, Darshan Mehta president and chief executive of Reliance Brands, was to spearhead the JV with separate business heads for each of the four brands.

Is Murray one of the greatest grasscourt players?

Is Murray one of the greatest grasscourt players?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Slowly but surely Andy Murray is scratching his name alongside the all-time grasscourt greats on Wimbledon's hallowed lawns.

Satyam begins bidding process to select investor

Satyam begins bidding process to select investor

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

Satyam Computer Services Limited has commenced a competitive bidding process, which contemplates the selection of an investor to acquire a 51 per cent equity interest in the troubled IT services company.

IL&FS, IFCI seek board representation

IL&FS, IFCI seek board representation

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

In the case of Satyam Computer Services, L&T had acquired 8 per cent stake after the company's founder B Ramalinga Raju admitted to fraud, and had demanded representation on the company's board. The plea, however, did not find support. The promoters of Maytas had pledged shares with the two institutions and Sicom to raise funds.

Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth cruise to semis of Syed Modi International

Saina, Sindhu, Srikanth cruise to semis of Syed Modi International

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Defending champion Saina Nehwal inched closer to retaining her women's singles title, while other top Indian shuttlers, including P V Sindhu, also made it to the semi-finals of the $120,000 Syed Modi International Badminton tournament.

How Sachin Tendulkar helped a tribal village school in Bengal

How Sachin Tendulkar helped a tribal village school in Bengal

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

To his die-hard cricket fans, Sachin Tendulkar is 'God', something a tribal village in West Bengal swears by after the Rajya Sabha MP intervened to fund the reconstruction of a 51-year-old neglected school.

FIPB to take call on Tata-Singapore Airlines deal on Oct 18

FIPB to take call on Tata-Singapore Airlines deal on Oct 18

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

As per the FIPB agenda, the proposal will be taken up on October 18.