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Kingfisher not a wilful defaulter, says HC

Kingfisher not a wilful defaulter, says HC

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Calcutta HC dismisses United Bank of India's decision on technical grounds

'Another on-field row could end Bhajji's career'

'Another on-field row could end Bhajji's career'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

Indian Premier League governing board member I S Bindra cautioned off-spinner Harbhajan Singh, saying another spat with fellow-players could spell the end of his career.

Microsoft's $40 billion question

Microsoft's $40 billion question

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

If the software giant gets tired of chasing Yahoo!, there are plenty of other ways it can spend $40 billion.

America in the Trump era: What desis must do

America in the Trump era: What desis must do

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

'For some South Asians, it may be tempting to think "I'm not Muslim, this doesn't really affect me".' 'But please know, it affects all of us,' says Arun Venugopal, a reporter at WNYC in New York.

'I hope Modi understands the secret behind Facebook, Google'

'I hope Modi understands the secret behind Facebook, Google'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

Silicon Valley techies and investors who were at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Digital India dinner analyse the parlay for Ritu Jha.

BMW to source bike components from India

BMW to source bike components from India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2008

German luxury car and bike maker BMW, which has been shying away from re-entering the Indian motorcycle market, is now looking to source parts for engines and chassis for its high-end two-wheelers from the country. BMW has started sourcing from India in a small quantity for cars as well, like software parts and has been closely working with vendors such as Mico Bosch and Conti.The BMW group on Tuesday reported a net profit of 3.13 billion euros in 2007.

'Modi has just inherited Dalmiya's plans'

'Modi has just inherited Dalmiya's plans'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2008

Former England captain Tony Greig on what the Indian Cricket League is about, where the BCCI's Indian Premier League is likely headed, and why he would love to have the Indian team play in the ICL but can't.

The blind spot on India's biggest banking whodunit

The blind spot on India's biggest banking whodunit

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

The PNB fiasco falls into a family line that involves non-fund limits - read contingent liabilities which are off-books. Harshad Mehta did it with bankers' receipts in 1992. Ketan Parekh exploited the ignorance of bankers who did not know the difference between a cheque and a pay-order. And the RBI blinked when it failed to insist the SWIFT platform be linked to the core banking solution. Raghu Mohan & Abhijit Lele trace the banking mess that was just waiting to happen.

The most wanted jobs in 2020 will be...

The most wanted jobs in 2020 will be...

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Will bots take away our jobs? Find out!

Sabarimala: Kerala, TDB not to challenge SC order

Sabarimala: Kerala, TDB not to challenge SC order

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Opposition Congress termed the government's decision as 'unilateral' and said it was against the interest of a majority of Ayyappa devotees in and outside the state.

TN offers helping hand to transgenders

TN offers helping hand to transgenders

Rediff.com19 May 2008

The Tamil Nadu government has set up a welfare board for transgenders -- the first of its kind in India. The aspect that stands out is that six of the board members are transgenders, appointed from across Tamil Nadu.

Ex-employee accuses TVF boss of sexual harassment

Ex-employee accuses TVF boss of sexual harassment

Rediff.com13 Mar 2017

The ex-employee alleges that she was asked to 'walk out' when she elevated the issue to her bosses at TVF.

Windies legends demand dissolution of 'obsolete' WICB

Windies legends demand dissolution of 'obsolete' WICB

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

West Indian cricket legends, including Sir Garfield Sobers and Sir Vivian Richards, have demanded the "dissolution" of the West Indies Cricket Board and formation of an interim one in place of the "obsolete" body.

IndiGo: A saga of mistrust, broken friendship and a bruised airline

IndiGo: A saga of mistrust, broken friendship and a bruised airline

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

Whatever the final outcome of this unhappy episode, one thing is clear: a glass once cracked cannot be fixed. The trust is gone forever and the relationship between two old friends lies in tatters. For now, IndiGo, the airline, will have to learn to soar with two angry and distracted commanders, says Anjuli Bhargava.

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

SL defence secy quits; PM says more attacks possible

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Authorities also released photographs of six suspects, including three women, wanted for their involvement in the attacks and sought information regarding them from the public.

'His statement is almost like him making a threat to the Supreme Court'

'His statement is almost like him making a threat to the Supreme Court'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

'It is a very irresponsible statement.' 'He is saying all the wrong things.'

Muzaffarnagar riots: 10 Muslim leaders charged for inciting communal tension

Muzaffarnagar riots: 10 Muslim leaders charged for inciting communal tension

Rediff.com8 Mar 2014

Bahujan Samaj Party Member of Parliament Kadir Rana, two party legislators and former Uttar Pradesh minister Saeed-uz-Zama of the Congress are among 10 persons chargesheeted by the Special Investigation Team probing the Muzaffarnagar riots for provoking communal tension with inflammatory speeches during a Muslim community panchayat.

SAIL, Posco in strategic tie-up

SAIL, Posco in strategic tie-up

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

Industry sources added that Posco India would be assured of a strong marketing network in India through SAIL's extensive all-India network and a dedicated port at Haldia. SAIL also has seven iron ore mines.

Bangalore: Cultural capital of new economy?

Bangalore: Cultural capital of new economy?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

Pai, a highflier in the software giant (he is still just under 50), has a zen for cities. As human resources head of Infosys he is constantly scouting around in India for newer destinations where the company can set up shop to beat rising costs. And he is all the time benchmarking these against the worlds great cities to develop an agenda for change and betterment.

India-Pakistan cricket series: PCB's ultimatum to BCCI

India-Pakistan cricket series: PCB's ultimatum to BCCI

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

With time running out for the proposed India-Pakistan cricket series, the Pakistan Cricket Board has said it would call off the much-talked-about rubber if the Indian government does not give its approval in the next couple of days.

Playing the doubles game with a new CEO

Playing the doubles game with a new CEO

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

In cases such as Infosys, a new CEO will have to play the game with not only the chairman, but also with the COO and the board of directors, and perhaps retired founders, each being a different game with different set of capabilities and attitudes.

NSEL scam: Court sends Sinha to jail custody till Oct 31

NSEL scam: Court sends Sinha to jail custody till Oct 31

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Claiming innocence, former head of the National Spot Exchange Limited (NSEL) Anjani Sinha, held in the Rs 5,600 crore (Rs 56 billion) payment crisis, on said that he was acting under the board's pressure, sources said.

Posco fixes April 1 to start Orissa project

Posco fixes April 1 to start Orissa project

Rediff.com20 Oct 2007

South Korean steel major Posco will start construction of its 12 million tonne, Rs 51,000-crore mega steel project near Paradip in Orissa on April 1, 2008.

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

'He was the first creative person to recognise and fully realise the power of film in an era when press ads were the only competence of Indian creatives.'

Aztecsoft sees top-level exodus

Aztecsoft sees top-level exodus

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

Aztecsoft, a Rs 300 crore (Rs 3 billion) Bangalore-based outsourced product development firm, is witnessing the exit of its key board members.

Bindra is a frustrated man: Kapil Dev

Bindra is a frustrated man: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

The former all-rounder admitted that ICL is more of a money-making venture but insisted that it is also a good initiative aimed at nurturing young talent.

COAI kept out of Trai meeting on Jio's 'request'

COAI kept out of Trai meeting on Jio's 'request'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Jio has accused incumbent telecom operators for not providing the required number of equipment to connect its mobile network with theirs

Akhilesh is oiling up the 'bicycle' to take on BJP in 2019

Akhilesh is oiling up the 'bicycle' to take on BJP in 2019

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Gleaning lessons from Amit Shah's compendium of Chanakya-isms, the Samajwadi Party is keeping its operations low-key and working on an inclusive strategy.

80% of fraudsters are male: KPMG survey

80% of fraudsters are male: KPMG survey

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

In the corporate world, 70 per cent of white collar crimes are committed by people between 36 and 55 years

Modi govt to decide on India-Pakistan series in UAE in December

Modi govt to decide on India-Pakistan series in UAE in December

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

India are scheduled to play a bilateral series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates in December.

Pay rising, but Indian BPOs safe: BT India chief

Pay rising, but Indian BPOs safe: BT India chief

Rediff.com7 Aug 2007

Outsourcers will not migrate to China because of the sheer talent and English language proficiency in India, says Arun Seth, chairman, British Telecom India.

Slugfest continues, now Seshasayee slams Murthy

Slugfest continues, now Seshasayee slams Murthy

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

Murthy's charges, he said, are patently false and slanderous.

1,000 up already for Romario, says Dutch newspaper

1,000 up already for Romario, says Dutch newspaper

Rediff.com7 Apr 2007

Former Brazilian striker Romario has already scored his 1,000th goal, according to Dutch newspaper De Volkskrant.

'Culture of discrimination and retaliation is widespread at Infosys'

'Culture of discrimination and retaliation is widespread at Infosys'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Erin Green, former head of immigration, Infosys says says only the loss of a big client could push Infosys to correct its internal corporate culture.

Green climate fund in doldrums as developing nations fail to show up

Green climate fund in doldrums as developing nations fail to show up

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Lack of financial commitments from rich countries poses threat to Paris meet

'Volkswagen used defeat device in India too'

'Volkswagen used defeat device in India too'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

The emission is nine times more than cap; Volkswagen denies the claim.

Thakur becomes second youngest BCCI President

Thakur becomes second youngest BCCI President

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The 41-year-old Thakur replaced Shashank Manohar who quit the position to take up the ICC chairman's job. The Maharashtra Cricket Association chief and business magnate Shirke expectedly filled in the Secretary's post which was left vacant by Thakur's resignation on Saturday.

UB board to keep faith in Mallya, for now

UB board to keep faith in Mallya, for now

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Mallya left the country on March 2 and has had his passport revoked.

He ignored me, went to sleep: Housing.com CEO on Vishal Sikka

He ignored me, went to sleep: Housing.com CEO on Vishal Sikka

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Housing.com CEO takes a dig at Vishal Sikka.

BI tools catch with insurance firms

BI tools catch with insurance firms

Rediff.com30 Jan 2007

Implementation of BI tools can improve the bottom line by 10-15 per cent of insurance companies.