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#SkincareChat with Dr Jamuna Pai

#SkincareChat with Dr Jamuna Pai

Rediff.com18 May 2015

India's leading medical cosmetologist will take questions from you, our dear readers, at 2pm on Tuesday, May 19.

What industry leaders say on Karnataka's draft reservation bill

What industry leaders say on Karnataka's draft reservation bill

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Infosys will comply with whatever regulations and guidelines Karnataka comes up with, a top company official said on Thursday on the proposed reservations for locals in private firms in the state. Infosys employs over 3.15 lakh people at present across the globe. "We are planning to work with all the regulations of the state and central governments.

'There's a noticeable trend towards blending Western and Indian styles'

'There's a noticeable trend towards blending Western and Indian styles'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

'The demand for international fashion labels, particularly from tier-II cities and beyond, has seen a notable uptick.'

India saddled with crores of low-skilled youngsters: Pai

India saddled with crores of low-skilled youngsters: Pai

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

'Because of the failure of the UPA era (2004-14), we will add another 10 crore by 2025...total 20 crore in the 21-45 age group with low skills, low education.'

Co-founders to decide on Nilekani's return to Infy: Pai

Co-founders to decide on Nilekani's return to Infy: Pai

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Pai said more and more people -- whether they are employees, or investors or others -- are coming to the conclusion that this Board has to go and a new one has to come.

Cyclone Remal brewing in Bengal, to hit by May 26

Cyclone Remal brewing in Bengal, to hit by May 26

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Light to moderate rain in many areas with heavy rain at isolated places is likely to occur in West Bengal's coastal districts of North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur.

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Preparing for the XAT requires a balanced approach, focusing on conceptual understanding, regular practice, and strategic planning, says Rahul K Shukla, convenor, XAT and admissions, XLRI-Xavier School of Management.

Karnataka's Locals Push Draws Flak

Karnataka's Locals Push Draws Flak

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

'Such steps would be a barrier and something people do not want.'

Govt should come down hard on cronies, says Mohandas Pai

Govt should come down hard on cronies, says Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

Mohandas Pai took part in an hour-long chat on rediff.com

Karnataka rolls back quota bill for Kannadigas in jobs

Karnataka rolls back quota bill for Kannadigas in jobs

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The Karnataka government on Wednesday put the reservation bill for Kannadigas in private firms on hold amid fierce criticism from business leaders and tech tycoons.

Trump names Indian-American Ajit Pai to head US communications commission

Trump names Indian-American Ajit Pai to head US communications commission

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Pai is the fourth Indian-American to become part of Trump's administration.

'She wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

'She wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

'She could barely stand on her feet, but she summoned Composer Mayuresh Pai and told him she wanted to do some handpicked Ram bhajans, shlokas and chants for the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.'

Prannoy knocked out, India's challenge ends in Sydney

Prannoy knocked out, India's challenge ends in Sydney

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

The World No. 10 Prannoy was the latest to be eliminated on a day when Sameer Verma, mixed doubles pair of Sikki Reddy and B Sumeeth Reddy along with women singles player Aakarshi Kashyap drew blanks.

TDS on income from G-sec unlikely to impact retail participation

TDS on income from G-sec unlikely to impact retail participation

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

The introduction of tax deducted at source (TDS) on income from central government securities and state bonds may not lead to a significant effect on retail participation, according to market participants. The Union Budget proposed that starting October 1, 2024, investors may face a 10 per cent TDS on investments in central government securities and state development loans (SDLs). "Last Budget, TDS on interest on securities was reintroduced.

Cash-strapped Byju's to raise $200 mn after taking 99% valuation cut

Cash-strapped Byju's to raise $200 mn after taking 99% valuation cut

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Cash-strapped edtech firm Byju's' parent company said on Monday it will raise $200 million by way of a rights issue to all its equity shareholders, aiming to support growth and achieve operational sustainability. The proposed rights issuance by Think and Learn Private Limited (TLPL) will fund capital expenditure and support general corporate purposes. As the largest shareholders, the founders of Byju's have personally invested more than $1.1 billion in the company in the last 18 months.

Anoof Pai salvages draw for Hyderabad

Anoof Pai salvages draw for Hyderabad

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

Anoof Pai scored an unbeaten 119 as Hyderabad drew with Bengal in the Ranji Trophy Super League Group B match.

Mohandas Pai may co-chair Bangalore B-school

Mohandas Pai may co-chair Bangalore B-school

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

The proposed Bangalore School of Economics would be on the lines of Delhi School of Economics, for which the University is awaiting clearance from the Academic Council and Syndicate.

Only 10% of start-ups will be successful: Mohandas Pai

Only 10% of start-ups will be successful: Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

'Digital India is the biggest experiment that will transform India if Modi gets it right.'

Why Mohandas Pai quit Infosys

Why Mohandas Pai quit Infosys

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

In 17 years, Infosys has lost three generations of leaders, Mohandas Pai said.

Forcing Mallya to come back is bad strategy: Mohandas Pai

Forcing Mallya to come back is bad strategy: Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

Pai said he was also against 'naming and shaming' willful defaulters of bank loans.

Easy win for Prannoy, Sameer causes upset at Australian Open

Easy win for Prannoy, Sameer causes upset at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

However, it was curtains for Kiran George in the men's singles event as he lost 20-22, 6-21 against seventh seed Kenta Nishimoto of Japan.

Crony capitalists may be behind oust-Rajan calls, hints Pai

Crony capitalists may be behind oust-Rajan calls, hints Pai

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Rajan has been facing continuous attacks by Bharatiya Janata Party MP Subramanian Swamy and some other sections, who have alleged that he has failed to lower interest rates and boost the economy

What Mohandas Pai has to say about Infy crisis

What Mohandas Pai has to say about Infy crisis

Rediff.com30 May 2014

In a surprise move on Thursday, Infosys President and board member B G Srinivas, considered a top contender for the first non-founder chief executive officer post, resigned from the company.

Rs 32,619 cr and rising: India Inc back with overseas bonds in 2024

Rs 32,619 cr and rising: India Inc back with overseas bonds in 2024

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Overseas fundraising by Indian firms is experiencing a robust revival in 2024, following a lacklustre 2023. This resurgence is primarily driven by strong demand for high-yield bonds from international investors amid improving liquidity conditions and reduced hedging costs. Indian companies raised ~32,619 crore through overseas bonds in the first half of 2024, surpassing the total amount raised via such instruments in the entire 2023, which stood at ~31,218 crore, according to PRIME Database. In comparison, ~45,237 crore was raised in 2022 and ~1.05 trillion was secured in 2021.

Mohandas Pai on new Infy CFO Rajiv Bansal

Mohandas Pai on new Infy CFO Rajiv Bansal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Ex-CFO says new incumbent steps in at the right time, will be able meet to meet challenges.

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

'I would like to leave behind my small contribution for the historic day when the Ram temple will be consecrated.'

Pai backs Murthy, says Infy COO 'pay hike spectacular, not performance'

Pai backs Murthy, says Infy COO 'pay hike spectacular, not performance'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Pai argued that at a time when the salary for entry level software engineers had not been raised in the IT industry in India for the past seven years, it was totally wrong to hike the compensation for top-level executives.

Prannoy in Round of 16 at Australian Open

Prannoy in Round of 16 at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

In mixed doubles, the husband-wife Indian pair of B Sumeeth Reddy and N Sikki Reddy defeated Malaysia's Wong Tien Ci and Lim Chiew Sien 21-17, 21-19.

Infy must take cue from Cognizant, opt for share buyback: Pai

Infy must take cue from Cognizant, opt for share buyback: Pai

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

Pai sought to look at the issue of founders raising questions as shareholder activism.

Byju's pledges shares, real estate to fund operations

Byju's pledges shares, real estate to fund operations

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Edtech major Byju's is in process to raise Rs 600-700 crore to fund the company's operations till March by when it expects to realise money through the sale of Epic and partial stake sale in other subsidiaries, according to sources aware of the development. Byju's founder Byju Raveendran has recently raised money by mortgaging home and real estate assets owned by family members for paying salaries, sources said. "There is about Rs 50 crore gap per month in operational expenses where a large component is salary.

Pai draws the highest salary at Infosys Tech

Pai draws the highest salary at Infosys Tech

Rediff.com5 May 2007

The company said in a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission that in addition to the salary, Pai earned a bonus/incentive of $117,336, other annual compensation of $21,779 and $15,287 as long-term benefits.

Cheaper pound will have the biggest impact on IT industry: Pai

Cheaper pound will have the biggest impact on IT industry: Pai

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Indian IT companies may become more competitive in the UK because EU players would not be able to come to the UK very easily as they would now need visa and work permits

Kejriwal, Mohandas Pai to speak at Wharton

Kejriwal, Mohandas Pai to speak at Wharton

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Activist-turned politician Arvind Kejriwal and Manipal Group chairman Mohandas Pai are two new faces who will address the prestigious Wharton India Economic Forum meeting.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

When I met Uncle Pai, the master story-teller

When I met Uncle Pai, the master story-teller

Rediff.com10 Mar 2011

Akshata Udiaver remembers Anant Pai, the man who made history and mythology interesting for her and millions of other Indian children

Murthy will be an inspiration to the new generation: Mohandas Pai

Murthy will be an inspiration to the new generation: Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com2 Jun 2013

Murthy, said Mohandas Pai, should focus on mentoring the next generation.

Why is nobody talking about Air India losses, asks Mohandas Pai

Why is nobody talking about Air India losses, asks Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

When the government is out to get Mallya, why is it quiet about those people who are responsible for Air India's massive losses is a million dollar question

A Breakthrough In Nipah Virus Research

A Breakthrough In Nipah Virus Research

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

This will also help test the effectiveness of preventing the entry of Nipah in target cells.

Govt strategy to unearth black money is a joke: Mohandas Pai

Govt strategy to unearth black money is a joke: Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

'Reservation for the private sector is a bad idea.'

Ratan Tata, Mohandas Pai strike most deals as angel investors in 2015

Ratan Tata, Mohandas Pai strike most deals as angel investors in 2015

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

Nandan Nilekani, Gokul Rajaram at top two spots in value terms