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Two Indian companies and 10,000 kg gold!

Two Indian companies and 10,000 kg gold!

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

Of the 11,000 kg imported between July 1 and August 9, around 90 per cent was brought in by two business groups which took advantage of the favourable reduction in tax incidence under GST, routing their imports through Korea.

Data tariff may become cheaper by 20% with Reliance Jio entry

Data tariff may become cheaper by 20% with Reliance Jio entry

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Global rating agency Fitch on Tuesday said the imminent entry of Reliance Jio into the telecom space will see a likely 20 per cent fall in data tariffs, but will not have any impact on the credit profile of the top four incumbents in the medium term as their revenue is on an uptick on rising voice tariffs and improving regulatory environment.

Soon, you won't need to switch off mobiles during flights

Soon, you won't need to switch off mobiles during flights

Rediff.com1 May 2018

Availability of Wi-Fi is also expected to provide local airlines an additional source of revenues amid stiff competition in the fast growing Indian aviation market.

Vodafone chief: 'You always talk about Jio, what about Airtel?'

Vodafone chief: 'You always talk about Jio, what about Airtel?'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

After their merger Vodafone Group CEO, Vittorio Colao says India is not a Jio market alone. Aditya Birla Group CEO, Kumar Mangalam Birla says Vodafone is dominant in metro cities, while Idea is a big player in urban, semi-urban markets.

Mass switch to JioPhone may hit Samsung, others

Mass switch to JioPhone may hit Samsung, others

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Samsung makes the largest number of non-4G feature phones in India

Are we serious about curbing pollution? Bah!

Are we serious about curbing pollution? Bah!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Govt may delay BS-V and -VI implementation by a year

Paes in Davis Cup team, but will Bhupathi pick him in final 4?

Paes in Davis Cup team, but will Bhupathi pick him in final 4?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Veteran tennis star Leander Paes was retained in the Indian Davis Cup team for next month's Asia/Oceania Zone tie against Uzbekistan.

Give Your iPhone a New Look With These Cases and Covers

Give Your iPhone a New Look With These Cases and Covers

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Find the most stylish iPhones cases and covers which you will definitely not find easy anywhere.

The legacy of Arvind Subramanian

The legacy of Arvind Subramanian

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The outgoing Chief Economic Advisor will always be remembered for his remarkable passion, his large imprint on policymaking and the high level of public debate he fostered

14 money lessons to create wealth

14 money lessons to create wealth

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

This is a post that should be read by all those above 23. If you did not read this at 23, then read it now.

Now, plastic bags can produce diesel

Now, plastic bags can produce diesel

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

The conversion produces significantly more energy than it requires and results in transportation fuels -- diesel, for example -- that can be blended with existing ultra-low-sulphur diesels and bio-diesels, researchers said.

Indian democracy is in the fight of its life

Indian democracy is in the fight of its life

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

'And if you think this is alarmist nonsense, you are helping it happen,' says Mitali Saran.

The problem with using e-wallets to buy train tickets

The problem with using e-wallets to buy train tickets

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Shine Jacob & Karan Choudhury highlight the red flags raised by the Controller General of Accounts.

Can Leander Paes beat Ramanathan Krishnan's Davis Cup record?

Can Leander Paes beat Ramanathan Krishnan's Davis Cup record?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Leander Paes aspires to win not only a second Olympics medal but also obliterate the Ramanathan Krishnan's Davis Cup record of most singles win for India.

Is the recent disinflation cyclical or structural?

Is the recent disinflation cyclical or structural?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Will the 6 per cent inflation target be met?

GST impact: Gold import surge from South Korea alarms govt

GST impact: Gold import surge from South Korea alarms govt

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Steps such as safeguard duty in the works to plug the route

5 most expensive bikes in India

5 most expensive bikes in India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

In the Rs 35-50 lakh range, these superbikes can make your presence special, wherever you take them

10 interesting facts about the big 'O'

10 interesting facts about the big 'O'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Penetrative sex isn't the only path to orgasm.

Welcome Flatchat, forget brokers

Welcome Flatchat, forget brokers

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

A couple of log-in steps that essentially require you to share your personal details and preferences and your account is ready.

'I won't judge someone because even I have a past'

'I won't judge someone because even I have a past'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'When you love someone, you have to love him, without looking at his past. Everyone has a past.'

1-minute read: Know your iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

1-minute read: Know your iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

Price, specifications, features -- it's all here.

Why the entry-level car prices may rise 10% from 2017

Why the entry-level car prices may rise 10% from 2017

Rediff.com13 May 2015

India, is home to 15% of all traffic fatalities.

Surgical strikes reveal India's space prowess

Surgical strikes reveal India's space prowess

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

In the years to come, India's space assets will play a much bigger role if and when hostilities break out on our borders, says Pallava Bagla.

Government to soon accept SMS as official document

Government to soon accept SMS as official document

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

People may soon be able to use SMS communication with government departments as a documentary proof while utilising citizen-services for making payments, registrations and various other schemes.

'India is an incredibly important market'

'India is an incredibly important market'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

GM chief Mary Barra reveals turnaround plans.

Huawei seeks to move up smartphone food chain with new Ascend P7

Huawei seeks to move up smartphone food chain with new Ascend P7

Rediff.com9 May 2014

The mobile -- billed as the world's slimmest phone at 6.5 mm thick -- will go on sale in 31 markets, including Britain, Germany and China, starting this month for 449 euros ($630) without a SIM card or service contract.

Why yoga gives Ban Ki-moon a simple sense of satisfaction

Why yoga gives Ban Ki-moon a simple sense of satisfaction

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Emphasising that yoga does not discriminate, UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has said he discovered the "simple sense of satisfaction" it brings when he tried his first "asana" during his visit to India.

Indian firms must co-operate to empower India: Ratan Tata

Indian firms must co-operate to empower India: Ratan Tata

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Chairman Emeritus of the $100-billion Tata Sons, Ratan Tata, on Tuesday called for better co-operation and collaboration among sectors. He urged the government and industries to collaborate in a more proactive manner.

Tough times ahead for India's steel producers

Tough times ahead for India's steel producers

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Traders blame demonetisation for subdued demand in retail segment

Will sit in opposition if BJP doesn't make 'respectable' offer, says Sena

Will sit in opposition if BJP doesn't make 'respectable' offer, says Sena

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

With just a week left for the Fadnavis government to prove its majority in the Maharashtra assembly, Bharatiya Janata Party and Shiv Sena are yet to resolve their differences over terms for the latter's participation in the ministry, deputy chief minister's post being one of the sticking points.

Picking a home? Take a virtual tour first!

Picking a home? Take a virtual tour first!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

CF Retina helps a potential buyer get a near-real experience.

US commander warns of Chinese subs lurking around Indian Ocean

US commander warns of Chinese subs lurking around Indian Ocean

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Warning India against the increasing Chinese influence in the Indian Ocean region, a top American military commander on Wednesday stressed on the need to sign two key agreements between India and the US for joint tracking.

Land acquisition and democracy

Land acquisition and democracy

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Those who have a long-range mission of true nation-building will pay close attention to World Bank's new action plan for fairness in all matters of land use, says Rajni Bakshi.

Ranbir, Hrithik, Big B: Your favourite superhero? VOTE!

Ranbir, Hrithik, Big B: Your favourite superhero? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Hrithik as Krrish or Anil Kapoor as Mr India? Take your pick!

Five tyre firms operated as cartel, finds CCI probe

Five tyre firms operated as cartel, finds CCI probe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

Between 2011 and 2014, they indirectly determined the price of tyres in the market, says report

6 growth mantras for FMCG start-ups

6 growth mantras for FMCG start-ups

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

If an entire business is constructed on the platform of one brand ambassador, there is inherent risk of life-after.

'UK will remain a good place to do business for Indian cos'

'UK will remain a good place to do business for Indian cos'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The UK India Business Council expects more emphasis to be put on improving bilateral economic ties.

Top 10 DSLR cameras in India

Top 10 DSLR cameras in India

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

This is not an exhaustive list of best DSLRs; there are several others, which also hold their ground in their respective segments.

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The new Audi R8 V10 is a super-fast car that is also intelligent

History beckons Paes as Bopanna agrees to play with him at Rio Olympics

History beckons Paes as Bopanna agrees to play with him at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com11 Jun 2016

Leander Paes will make it to his seventh Olympic Games after the All India Tennis Association on Saturday announced that that the veteran would partner Rohan Bopanna in the men's doubles at the Rio Games in August.