News for '-economic-times'

In his inimitable style, Rahul Bajaj ruffles FM's feathers

In his inimitable style, Rahul Bajaj ruffles FM's feathers

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

In a recent awards event, industrialist Rahul Bajaj said that India Inc was afraid of criticising the Narendra Modi government, The comment drew flak from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharam who said spreading one's own impression "can hurt national interest".

Narayana Murthy plans India JV with Amazon

Narayana Murthy plans India JV with Amazon

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Infosys Ltd co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy is close to entering into an e-commerce joint venture in India with Amazon.com Inc through his investment firm, Catamaran Ventures.

Why Wistron vandalism is bad for India

Why Wistron vandalism is bad for India

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

'The workers's dance of wilful destruction has the potential to kill all investments planned in India by any foreign entity,' argues Dr Sudhir Bisht.

PM breaks silence on PNB fraud: 'Won't tolerate loot of public money'

PM breaks silence on PNB fraud: 'Won't tolerate loot of public money'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Days after the fraud allegedly masterminded by diamantaire Nirav Modi came to light, the prime minister asked the management of financial institutions as well as the supervisory bodies to do their job diligently to check such frauds.

Was India underprepared for a lockdown?

Was India underprepared for a lockdown?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

India is going into the longest lockdown in the world, with the least amount of notice given to its people and the least preparation by its government.

What did Parasite do that Indian movies fail to do?

What did Parasite do that Indian movies fail to do?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

'Visibility is very important, but visibility is also very expensive.' Swapnil Joglekar explores the Parasite phenomenon.

What Modi must do to revive the economy

What Modi must do to revive the economy

Rediff.com11 May 2020

'At this stage, you should distribute money and food.' 'Like you queue up to vote, let people queue up to collect this.' 'This will arrest the decline in demand which will have a multiplier effect on the demand side for the economy as a whole.' 'The government should earmark about 2% of the GDP for this.' 'And this should be the first step to revive the economy.'

Why did Turkey, Iran, Malaysia speak on J&K?

Why did Turkey, Iran, Malaysia speak on J&K?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'None of these three countries -- Turkey, Iran or Malaysia -- ever made a hostile move against India to support the Pakistan-based terrorist elements,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Child Restraint System in cars compulsory from Oct 1

Child Restraint System in cars compulsory from Oct 1

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

The system is much like a racing harness found in performance oriented cars.

Top jobs up for grabs in finance this year

Top jobs up for grabs in finance this year

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

It's not everyday that we see top jobs becoming vacant in finance.

Good news! Maruti to continue with discounts on its cars

Good news! Maruti to continue with discounts on its cars

Rediff.com2 May 2014

The company will stop offers once the sales pickup.

7 Indians in prominent positions at Google

7 Indians in prominent positions at Google

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Let's take a look at seven Indian-origin people in prominent positions at the Internet search giant.

Former Ranbaxy promoters fined Rs 2,600 crore

Former Ranbaxy promoters fined Rs 2,600 crore

Rediff.com5 May 2016

The US arm of Ranbaxy pleaded guilty to seven felonies relating to the manufacture and distribution of certain adulterated drugs

Amazing gadgets set for launch this year

Amazing gadgets set for launch this year

Rediff.com3 Jan 2013

This year will see launch of plethora of gadgets that will change the way we look, touch, feel and drive.

Flipkart among world's 10 most valuable start-ups

Flipkart among world's 10 most valuable start-ups

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

20 start-ups that beat decades old companies in valuations.

Which European country has the highest GDP? Find out

Which European country has the highest GDP? Find out

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

There are some countries in Europe that are not doing that badly.

Is it a plane or a car? Actually both!

Is it a plane or a car? Actually both!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

It can travel the distance between Bengaluru and Delhi in about five-and-a-half hours!

Media-darling Infosys fights bad press

Media-darling Infosys fights bad press

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Monday's notices seek damages of Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) each from The Times of India and The Economic Times, both owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co, and The Financial Express, owned by the Indian Express group, alleging some of their articles defamed Infosys.

India's 15 most fuel efficient cars

India's 15 most fuel efficient cars

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

Fuel-efficiency is an important factor that car buyers check before buying a car.

Mahindra Scorpio beats Duster, EcoSport to become best selling SUV

Mahindra Scorpio beats Duster, EcoSport to become best selling SUV

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Elections and festival time in north India helped the Indian auto firm to pip its foreign competitors.

Will return to India if safety is assured: Mallya

Will return to India if safety is assured: Mallya

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Submits new settlement offer to SBI

What the economy needs: Painful medium-term steps

What the economy needs: Painful medium-term steps

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

''Even without major reforms, with a business as usual scenario, and with current inflation trends, we should be clocking around 11 to 12 per cent nominal growth.' 'That is not happening and is a source of worry,' Rathin Roy tells Arup Roychoudhury.

World's most difficult companies to get a job

World's most difficult companies to get a job

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

Here we take a look at companies that conduct toughest interviews in the world.

'If Voda Idea folds up it will be bad news all around'

'If Voda Idea folds up it will be bad news all around'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

'The government is unwilling or unable to provide the kind of relief that Vodafone India is asking for.'

Which is the most profitable retail chain in India?

Which is the most profitable retail chain in India?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

CSD was created to provide easy access to quality products of daily use, at prices less than market rates to the soldiers, ex-servicemen and their families

India's 8 fastest-growing companies

India's 8 fastest-growing companies

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

These companies are poised to be star performers of the future.

India's 10 best brands, Tata is No 1

India's 10 best brands, Tata is No 1

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

The Tata group has touched the lives of millions of Indians since the last 100 years.

India's 10 best selling cars

India's 10 best selling cars

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

Beating Alto, Swift DZire has emerged as the best selling car in India in May.

India Inc wants Narendra Modi as country's next PM

India Inc wants Narendra Modi as country's next PM

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Nearly three-quarters of Indian business leaders believe the government has mismanaged the economy and want opposition leader Narendra Modi to lead the country.

Of commoners and crows: The genius of R K Laxman

Of commoners and crows: The genius of R K Laxman

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

'No one took umbrage, because they knew Laxman had no malice in him.'

Govt must ensure quality jobs and reform labour laws

Govt must ensure quality jobs and reform labour laws

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Sticky labour laws and a difficult business environment have led to employers shifting their new hiring in favour of contract labour where social security is much lesser, says Mahesh Vyas.

Punjab to New York: Ola co-founder Bhavish Aggarwal's red carpet journey

Punjab to New York: Ola co-founder Bhavish Aggarwal's red carpet journey

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

The Ludhiana-born engineer is among the youngest entrepreneurs on TIME's 100 most influential people.

Why India Inc admires Narendra Modi

Why India Inc admires Narendra Modi

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

A recent survey of 100 chief executives conducted by Nielsen for The Economic Times said 80 per cent want Modi to become prime minister.

This is where America's richest live

This is where America's richest live

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

While the United States goes through some tough economic times, some people continue to enjoy the best life.

Six ways to generate steady income

Six ways to generate steady income

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

In uncertain economic times, these can help you add to your monthly income.

30 nations that are most competitive in the world

30 nations that are most competitive in the world

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

Countries are competing against each other to attract businesses and tourists.

10 biggest corporate layoffs in US

10 biggest corporate layoffs in US

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

With the world going through tough economic times, companies around the world are handing out pink slips.

World's 17 biggest employers

World's 17 biggest employers

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

While the world is going through tough economic times, there are some organisations that are adding jobs instead of cutting.

25 companies where it's most difficult to get a job

25 companies where it's most difficult to get a job

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Let's take a look at corporations where securing employment has been rated most difficult.

Indians lack creativity, according to Steve Woz. Do you agree?

Indians lack creativity, according to Steve Woz. Do you agree?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

American inventor's thoughts about India is not being well received.