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Ranji: Mulani's 10-wicket haul powers Mumbai to consecutive bonus-point win

Ranji: Mulani's 10-wicket haul powers Mumbai to consecutive bonus-point win

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani grabbed a match haul of 10 wickets as Mumbai defeated Andhra by 10 wickets to secure a successive bonus-point victory in the Ranji Trophy in Mumbai on Monday.

Regional FMCG firms see gains over larger peers for second quarter in a row

Regional FMCG firms see gains over larger peers for second quarter in a row

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Regional and local fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) brands are gaining momentum at the cost of national brands for the second quarter in a row. Consumer brands are now losing out on share, especially at the mass end of the market. Local brands have been able to capture market share as prices of raw materials are lower.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.

India, US, 12 other IPEF members ink pact

India, US, 12 other IPEF members ink pact

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

India, the US and 12 other members of the IPEF grouping have signed a supply chain resilience agreement that would help mitigate risks of economic disruptions from supply chain shocks and improve crisis coordination. The agreement would help member countries like India to reduce their dependence on China and provide timely information to the IPEF member countries about potential supply disruptions. The COVID outbreak severely disrupted the global supply chain, as most countries were dependent on China for various products like pharma raw materials.

Cops bust drug making unit in UP; MDMA worth Rs 200 cr seized, 9 Africans held

Cops bust drug making unit in UP; MDMA worth Rs 200 cr seized, 9 Africans held

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The police were also taken by surprise with what they witnessed -- a sophisticated setup for creating the synthetic drug, intense intoxicating smell inside the compound and the foreigners geared up with high-quality face masks.

60% of top 500 stocks achieved their 12-month price target set by analysts

60% of top 500 stocks achieved their 12-month price target set by analysts

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

As many as 267 of 453 companies from the BSE500 index are trading above their consensus price targets, according to the data compiled by Bloomberg. Not all companies in the BSE500 index are tracked by analysts.

Shubho Haldar's Mango Cocktails

Shubho Haldar's Mango Cocktails

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Embrace balmy summer days with these refreshing drinks.

Gujarat Stadium goes above and beyond for fans: Mini ICUs, special seating, and more revealed

Gujarat Stadium goes above and beyond for fans: Mini ICUs, special seating, and more revealed

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Gujarat Cricket Association creates half-a-dozen mini-ICUs for spectators in case of medical emergency

Vedanta places Thoothukudi's 'restart ready' plans on fast track

Vedanta places Thoothukudi's 'restart ready' plans on fast track

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta's Sterlite Copper has come out with a fresh notification inviting expressions of interest (EoIs) to supply raw materials like copper concentrate, imported thermal coal, rock phosphate and petroleum products, among others, as part of its preparatory measures to restart production at its Thoothukudi unit in Tamil Nadu. This plant is likely to restart operations if a Supreme Court verdict goes in favour of the company. On June 12, the company had invited EoIs for carrying out plant 'restart activities'.

Upasana's Comfortable Maternity Style

Upasana's Comfortable Maternity Style

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Ram Charan's wife Upasana may not be a hotshot celeb, but she knows her way around fashion.

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The lowly kadu is promoted to an awesome pumpkin soup.

Sluggish rural demand, weak volumes dent Marico's stock in Q2

Sluggish rural demand, weak volumes dent Marico's stock in Q2

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

A muted revenue performance in the September quarter and weak management commentary weighed on the stock of consumer major Marico which shed 8.5 per cent to Rs 542 from its intraday highs on Tuesday. The company indicated that demand trends were similar to that of the June quarter with instances of increasing food prices and below-normal rainfall distribution in some regions impeding the anticipated recovery in rural demand.

Analysts selective on sugar stocks as higher prices keeps outlook upbeat

Analysts selective on sugar stocks as higher prices keeps outlook upbeat

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Sugar prices are hovering near six-year highs, leaving a bad taste in Indian consumers' palates but sweetening the portfolios of investors in related stocks at Dalal Street. Shares of sugar manufacturers such as Piccadily Agro, DCM Shriram, Magadh Sugar, and Bajaj Hindustan have rallied up to a whopping 200 per cent so far in the financial year 2024 (FY24) as deficient monsoon rains in major sugarcane producer states like Maharashtra and Karnataka are expected to lead to a shortfall in sugar output ahead. In comparison, the BSE Sensex has modestly gained 11 per cent during this period.

Nipah mortality rate much higher than Covid, says ICMR

Nipah mortality rate much higher than Covid, says ICMR

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

He asserted that all efforts are on to contain the spread of the virus in Kerala.

Why NASA Recognised Navaneeth Krishnan

Why NASA Recognised Navaneeth Krishnan

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

'I started looking at the raw images put out by NASA 10-12 years ago.'

CBI file on ex RAW chief's corruption case missing

CBI file on ex RAW chief's corruption case missing

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

The Central Bureau of Investigation has admitted that a file pertaining to investigations into the allegations of siphoning of secret funds of the Research and Analysis Wing by one its former chiefs during his tenure has gone missing.

FMCG stocks get a boost from improving prospects; analysts are bullish

FMCG stocks get a boost from improving prospects; analysts are bullish

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

The FMCG sector is generally considered to be a safe haven during difficult times as people never stop buying soap and toothpaste. However, weak rural and semi-urban demand has been a factor since the lockdowns of 2020-21 while rising inflation has also impacted margins. While the FMCG majors have survived on the basis of price hikes and good management practices, they have seen growth slowdowns and experienced margins being squeezed as raw materials and transport costs rose. The FMCG sector witnessed positive volume growth in the fourth quarter of the 2022-23 financial year (Q4FY23) after five consecutive quarters of decline, and the rebound in demand was led by urban markets.

Recipe: Palak Corn Tarts

Recipe: Palak Corn Tarts

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Before you bid goodbye to the monsoon, try this super-crunchy, delicious recipe on a rainy day.

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Aam Akrot Poda

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Aam Akrot Poda

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

A great way to end an Indian meal, it's usually had during summer. But with mangoes still available in the market and raw mangoes usually available year round, you can give this refreshing drink a try.

'Caste Survey Will Generate A New Debate'

'Caste Survey Will Generate A New Debate'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'This is going to generate a new debate on reservation because the quota for Economically Weaker Sections is 10%, and that is for nearly 16% of the population.' 'For 16% you are giving 10%. This is set to raise eyebrows among the OBCs after the caste survey.'

All Well Between Dhoni-Jadeja?

All Well Between Dhoni-Jadeja?

Rediff.com23 May 2023

The videos also suggest that everything seems to be fine in the CSK dressing room, especially what transpired after their last league game in Delhi.

India probes eye drop linked to vision loss in US

India probes eye drop linked to vision loss in US

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

A three-member team each from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the State Drug Controller visited the plant in Tamil Nadu's Kancheepuram, 40 km from Chennai, on Friday after the company recalled the eye drop.

How To Invest In Gold, Silver?

How To Invest In Gold, Silver?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Commodity investments can help you diversify your portfolio in asset classes other than equity and debt, says Dwaipayan Bose.

Delhi police reacts as Pak actress wants to file complaint against Modi

Delhi police reacts as Pak actress wants to file complaint against Modi

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The Pakistani actor's tweet came after violence that broke out in many cities of the neighbouring country following the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan for alleged corruption.

More Pix From Swara's Dream Wedding

More Pix From Swara's Dream Wedding

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Can't get enough of Swara Bhasker's wedding pictures? Well, the actor has posted a few more!

Mountains, Temples And Snow: A Holiday I Won't Forget

Mountains, Temples And Snow: A Holiday I Won't Forget

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Keisha Santwan, 16, and her travel-obsessed family love the joy of exploring new places.

TVS Motor revs up with strong outlook

TVS Motor revs up with strong outlook

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

TVS Motor Company has been one of the best-performing two-wheeler stocks in the current financial year (FY24), enriching investors with gains of 24 per cent. Among listed two-wheeler stocks, only Hero MotoCorp has done better in this period. New launches, market share gains, steady margins and expectations that its performance will continue in FY24 are expected to support TVS Motor's stock.

EV Sales May Cross 100,000 Monthly, But...

EV Sales May Cross 100,000 Monthly, But...

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

China's covid crisis could provoke a raw material crunch for India's EV industry later this year.

Heat Wave: States Brace For Impact

Heat Wave: States Brace For Impact

Rediff.com2 May 2023

While some states have kicked in their heat action plans, experts feel this is not enough to tackle the current extreme weather.

Recipe: Aloo Bhaat

Recipe: Aloo Bhaat

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Adore Dalmia Sayani offers her late father's favourite recipe.

'Life in RAW is not like the Ek Tha Tiger story'

'Life in RAW is not like the Ek Tha Tiger story'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Former Research and Analysis Wing officer Amar Bhushan's book Escape to Nowhere is nothing short of a thriller. It presents a scary picture of what happened or even happens within India's elite intelligence agency.

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The endless chain of fast bowlers that Pakistan has produced over the years has been the envy point of other cricketing nations. Zaman Khan is the latest to join that illustrious line.

Recipe: Tawa Fry Tandoori Prawns

Recipe: Tawa Fry Tandoori Prawns

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

Tandoori is always a winner, especially if it's simple and speedy.

President approves 4 posthumous Kirti Chakras, 11 Shaurya Chakras

President approves 4 posthumous Kirti Chakras, 11 Shaurya Chakras

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

President Droupadi Murmu has approved 76 gallantry awards, including four Kirti Chakras posthumously and 11 Shaurya Chakras to personnel of the security forces, on the eve of the 77th Independence Day, officials said.

Why Bankers Love 'Casa'

Why Bankers Love 'Casa'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Every banker loves the four-letter word Casa as it plays an important role in lowering the cost of deposits. Every bank wants to increase its Casa, as a higher portion of Casa in the overall deposit liability brings down its cost of money, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Hindustan Unilever cuts prices of soaps, detergents after 2 years of hikes

Hindustan Unilever cuts prices of soaps, detergents after 2 years of hikes

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Hindustan Unilever (HUL), one of the country's largest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) players, is learnt to have cut prices of its leading soaps and detergents this month by 2-19 per cent, according to the company's distributors. The cuts come after consistent price increases by the company as well as its peers, following the sharp rise in raw material prices in the past several months. It is only recently that prices of raw materials have started to correct from peak levels in the June quarter.

'I'm a lone wolf in this grand theatre of life'

'I'm a lone wolf in this grand theatre of life'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

'But hey, even lone wolves howl at the moon every now and then, right?'

Asian Games Trials: 'What's so special about Vinesh?'

Asian Games Trials: 'What's so special about Vinesh?'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Reigning Under-20 World Champion Antim Panghal on Wednesday questioned the Asian Games trials exemption given to Vinesh Phogat.

Larsen & Toubro's rich valuations leave little room for disappointment

Larsen & Toubro's rich valuations leave little room for disappointment

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) disappointed the Street with its results for the January-March quarter of the 2022-23 financial year (Q4FY23) due to weaker core engineering & construction (E&C) segment performance by the engineering giant.' Although core E&C order inflows for FY23 rose 19 per cent year-on-year (YoY), with orders from railways, metals and water sectors, margins in the infrastructure segment crashed to all-time low. Revenue at Rs 58,300 crore was up 10 per cent YoY but somewhat below expectations.