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Imported raw material scarcity hits FMCG firms

Imported raw material scarcity hits FMCG firms

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Industry officials say the crunch has not only affected manufacturing of edibles but even of items like nozzle pumps and other goods used in packaging.

CCI raps Coal India for misusing position

CCI raps Coal India for misusing position

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

The CCI passed this judgment in two different cases relating to the e-auction scheme and fuel supply agreements which were filed last year.

'I was accused of being a thief'

'I was accused of being a thief'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

'I believe that two people can think alike. What happened was pure coincidence. Why would I compose an entire soundtrack and lift a tune just for the theme?' asks Amit Trivedi.

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

For Dosanjh to stand by his faith, retain the turban and beard, and yet not trivialise himself in the roles he has essayed, is really his biggest achievement, observes Sandeep Goyal.

Why is South India consuming more cola than North?

Why is South India consuming more cola than North?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

The region constituted more than 31percent of the segment's total sales volume in 2016.

New Year cocktail recipes: Pina Colada, Mojito, Screwdriver

New Year cocktail recipes: Pina Colada, Mojito, Screwdriver

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

We bring you nine easy cocktail recipes for your New Year party.

What WFH is doing to office 'time-pass'

What WFH is doing to office 'time-pass'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The centrality of idle office chitchat has only recently come to be acknowledged by executives as they jettison their access cards and work from home in larger numbers, notes Kanika Datta.

US sanctions won't come in way of India-Russia ties: PM

US sanctions won't come in way of India-Russia ties: PM

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Russia has been grappling with sanctions slapped by the US and its allies over Moscow's invasion of Crimea.

Atul Singh: Coca-Cola's sunshine man

Atul Singh: Coca-Cola's sunshine man

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

Many say that Atul SIngh has been plain lucky to show heady growth for the company.

'Steel demand is expected to pick up in H2'

'Steel demand is expected to pick up in H2'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

The escalating trade war between China and the US could be an opportunity for India.

After ONGC, Coal India set to frack in India

After ONGC, Coal India set to frack in India

Rediff.com17 Jan 2013

The Kolkata-based coal miner has tied up with the US-based Advance Resource International Inc for exploration and identification of the potential shale deposits within the company's coal blocks.

Allmendinger suspended after failed drug test

Allmendinger suspended after failed drug test

Rediff.com8 Jul 2012

Stock car driver AJ Allmendinger has been temporarily suspended after failing a drug test, NASCAR officials said on Saturday.

Is the Harman Kardon Allure really alluring?

Is the Harman Kardon Allure really alluring?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

At Rs 24,499, the Allure is priced significantly higher than other offerings in the same segment, says Dhruv Munjal.

Companies yet to see pick up in their e-commerce segment

Companies yet to see pick up in their e-commerce segment

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

According to a 2013 CLSA report , online retail in India was worth $3.1 billion, or about 10% of the country's organised retail market

CVC penalises 130 officials for alleged graft

CVC penalises 130 officials for alleged graft

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

The Central Vigilance Commission has penalised 130 government employees for their alleged involvement in corruption. Of these, 29 were Syndicate Bank officials, nine each were from Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank, eight from State Bank of India, seven from Bharat Coking Coal Limited and six each from State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur and Life insurance Corporation of India Limited.

CVC penalises 130 officials for alleged graft

CVC penalises 130 officials for alleged graft

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

One hundred and thirty officials of different government departments were slapped with major penalty by the Central Vigilance Commission for their alleged involvement in corruption.

Battle of cola giants: And the winner is...

Battle of cola giants: And the winner is...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

While Coca-Cola India improved its profit margin during the year, arch rival PepsiCo's margin was far lower. Coca-Cola India, which does not manufacture or market any products, gets majority of its revenue from royalty incomes against ownership of formulations for key products. Over the years, PepsiCo's operating revenue has come down significantly, as it kept divesting bottling plants to its franchise partners.

How India can be a global business powerhouse

How India can be a global business powerhouse

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Marketers need to build on the country's core values to strengthen Brand India's presence abroad.

PIX: What are Bollywood stars selling this summer?

PIX: What are Bollywood stars selling this summer?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

Kareena Kapoor was recently signed on by Coke to endorse Limca for Rs. 2.5 crore a year!

Beer makers look to save environment

Beer makers look to save environment

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

PET bottles can be recycled and so reduce the amount of waste going into landfills.

'Samantha is a blessing to me'

'Samantha is a blessing to me'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'When I used to shoot my friends or cousins, I used to tell myself: I want to make them look a better version of themselves.' 'That's how I started: "I don't care who you are or who you think you are. When you are in front of my camera, I'll make you look better than what you think you are".'

Fizzy war: Who is Thums Up's new rival?

Fizzy war: Who is Thums Up's new rival?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

Thums Up moves away from its individualistic, masculine positioning to be the flag bearer of daredevilry, a la Mountain Dew.

Can India's beverage majors break the Rs 5 jinx?

Can India's beverage majors break the Rs 5 jinx?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

The going hasn't been that easy for beverage majors. For most part, these firms have struggled to make a profitable product at Rs 5.

SAIL, Essar Steel deny charges of cartelisation

SAIL, Essar Steel deny charges of cartelisation

Rediff.com18 Mar 2011

Leading steel manufacturers SAIL and Essar Steel on Friday refuted the charges of 'cartelisation' and 'unfair trade practices', levelled by ancillary steel producers, by attributing steep hike in HR Coil prices to sky-rocketing raw material costs.

Enviroment ministry puts Nirma plant on hold

Enviroment ministry puts Nirma plant on hold

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

The Environment and Forests Ministry has put on hold construction of Nirma's 1.91 tonne per annum capacity cement plant, along with its captive power and coke oven plant near Padhiarka village in Bhavnagar district. It has sent them a show-cause notice, as to why its environment clearance of December 2008 should not be revoked.

4 brands that hit Rs 100-crore mark in record time

4 brands that hit Rs 100-crore mark in record time

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Bubbly is the latest in a string of brands that are touching the three-digit mark quickly.

Bollywood's classics come alive on TV again

Bollywood's classics come alive on TV again

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Here's a look at the top 10 ad jingles, which used old Bollywood tunes.

What is the latest fad among FMCG companies?

What is the latest fad among FMCG companies?

Rediff.com11 May 2017

After Patanjali, ITC and Coke, PepsiCo eyes value-added dairy products

What are differential voting rights shares?

What are differential voting rights shares?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

Number of DVR shares required to be held will differ from one company to another.

'Congress is clear that we can't become BJP-lite'

'Congress is clear that we can't become BJP-lite'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Secularism as a principle and practice in India is in "danger", but "forces of hatred" cannot alter the country's secular character, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said during an interview on his new book 'The Battle of Belonging'. In the book, Tharoor makes a stinging critique of the Hindutva doctrine, asserting that it is a political doctrine, not a religious one.

Coca Cola to sponsor two IPL teams

Coca Cola to sponsor two IPL teams

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

The cola war between Coke and Pepsi is extending to the IPL turf, with Coca Cola replacing rival PepsiCo as sponsors of Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab in the fourth season of the T20 league.

Indians disappoint on Day One of Youth Olympics

Indians disappoint on Day One of Youth Olympics

Rediff.com15 Aug 2010

Indian athletes opened their campaign in the inaugural Youth Olympics on a disappointing note with most of them failing to get past the preliminary round and the lone weightlifter finishing fifth in Singapore on Sunday.

These sectors will see demand reach pre-Covid levels

These sectors will see demand reach pre-Covid levels

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Steel, cement, aluminum, fertilisers, tractors, two-wheelers, beverages and carbonated drinks, tyres and FMCG could see demand back to near normal levels by the third or the fourth quarter of the financial year, or even earlier.

Positive announcements will spur steel sector growth

Positive announcements will spur steel sector growth

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Union Budget 2014-15 is positive for metals and mining companies.

Higher coal cess to hurt power, metal producers

Higher coal cess to hurt power, metal producers

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

The hike in clean energy cess is likely to impact input cost for thermal power producers

Pepsi, Coca-Cola's Indian knights to lock horns in key markets

Pepsi, Coca-Cola's Indian knights to lock horns in key markets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

It's Sanjeev Chadha, named Pepsi's chief executive for Asia, W Asia & Africa, versus Coca-Cola's Atul Singh.

Brands: A few thought starters

Brands: A few thought starters

Rediff.com17 May 2010

The kind of feeling a brand evokes dictates the kind of relationship it will have with it consumers. Many a times, strong feelings remain long after the message fades, says Bobby Pawar.

China blocks Coca-Cola bid for Huiyuan

China blocks Coca-Cola bid for Huiyuan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2009

China on Wednesday rejected a $2.4bn Coca-Cola deal that would have been the country's biggest foreign takeover, stoking fears of protectionism and warnings the decision could scupper Beijing's push to invest in overseas mining companies.

Brits love to work for US companies

Brits love to work for US companies

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

A recent study by www.HireScores.com -- a website that helps people looking for jobs find the right job websites --revealed that Coca-Cola ranked as the most desirable company to work for among Britons.

JSW Steel may abandon Mozambique coal mines

JSW Steel may abandon Mozambique coal mines

Rediff.com24 Oct 2009

JSW Steel plans to abandon its coal mining project in Mozambique because of higher than expected ash content in the coking coal.