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Sensex ends below 20,000, bank shares weigh

Sensex ends below 20,000, bank shares weigh

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

IT majors along with metal names Sesa Goa and Hindalco buck trend.

Three issues for Modi and Xi to consider

Three issues for Modi and Xi to consider

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'This novel format of diplomacy -- the informal summit -- will not only facilitate bilateral communication and reduce miscalculations at the very top level of the two governments, but possibly open the space for China and India to speak in one voice on various issues of mutual concern,' note Feng Renjie and Ding Kun Lei

India must develop a manufacturing hub to boost handset makers

India must develop a manufacturing hub to boost handset makers

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

The foremost lesson is that technology has got commoditised.

5 reasons behind SpiceJet's downfall

5 reasons behind SpiceJet's downfall

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Though SpiceJet is likely to resume flights, experts have a doubt on the airline's financial capabilities.

Brazil opens the door for Indian navy and Gripen

Brazil opens the door for Indian navy and Gripen

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

SAAB's Sea Gripen constitutes a new option as the INS Vikrant's light fighter

The DLF-Sebi saga starring Robert Vadra

The DLF-Sebi saga starring Robert Vadra

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

Vadra launched Skylight Hospitality four months after the DLF shares got listed, amid complaints of inadequate disclosure from investor associations and former business partner Kimsuk Krishna Sinha.

Sensex ends 214 points higher amid volatility; IT, FMCG gain

Sensex ends 214 points higher amid volatility; IT, FMCG gain

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended up 214 points at 27,890 and the 50-share Nifty closed up 52 points at 8,430.

Markets end flat amid rangebound trade; Midcaps outperform

Markets end flat amid rangebound trade; Midcaps outperform

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

BSE Midcap index outperformed the benchmark indices to end with 0.4% gains.

FY15-16 begins on a firm note; Sensex ends 300 points higher

FY15-16 begins on a firm note; Sensex ends 300 points higher

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

At 15.05 PM, the 30-share Sensex was up 281 points at 28,238 and the 50-share Nifty gained 86 points at 8,577

India, US vow to strengthen economic ties, resolve differences

India, US vow to strengthen economic ties, resolve differences

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

There was a discussion on trade matters, market access, regulatory issues and barriers. Both leaders underlined the importance of free and fair trade

Sensex logs biggest single-day drop this year; sheds 538 points

Sensex logs biggest single-day drop this year; sheds 538 points

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

The 30-share Sensex ended down 538 points at 26,781 and 50-share Nifty ended down 152 points at 8,067.

Volkswagen's cheating and China's exports showcase diesel woes

Volkswagen's cheating and China's exports showcase diesel woes

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Governments encouraged motorists to switch to diesel in the belief that its superior fuel economy would outweigh the higher pollutants per litre burned.

Markets at record closing highs, Sensex breaches 28,000

Markets at record closing highs, Sensex breaches 28,000

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

The market breadth in BSE remains positive with 1,554 shares advancing and 1,196 shares declining.

Markets end choppy session on a flat note

Markets end choppy session on a flat note

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

ITC, Infosys, Wipro and HDFC Bank among the major losers.

We may do in Agusta what we couldn't do in Bofors: Parrikar

We may do in Agusta what we couldn't do in Bofors: Parrikar

Rediff.com6 May 2016

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar said in the Lok Sabha that former Air chief S P Tyagi and Gautam Khaitan, both accused in the case, are "small people" who "simply washed their hands in a flowing ganga (of corruption)" and that the government will 'find out where the river was going'.

Terrible Tuesday! Sensex crashes to 1-year low; banks slide most

Terrible Tuesday! Sensex crashes to 1-year low; banks slide most

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

The benchmark BSE Sensex ended down 2.23 per cent. The Bank Nifty fell 3.59 per cent.

Are our hard earned money safe under the new banking bill?

Are our hard earned money safe under the new banking bill?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

The system envisaged under the FRDI Bill, if implemented properly, would help improve the efficiency of capital allocation without harming consumers, and without risking the stability of financial firms, says Ajay Shah.

Why price cap on drugs is counter productive

Why price cap on drugs is counter productive

Rediff.com31 May 2016

To ensure equal access to health care, the government must consider it in a holistic manner and improve all parameters.

India's light combat helicopter ready for high-altitude operations

India's light combat helicopter ready for high-altitude operations

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

The Light Combat Helicopter is heavily armoured to protect its two pilots from enemy fire, and has a 'stealthy' fuselage that is hard to detect with radar. Ajai Shukla reports

RBI revises rules on reporting of bad loans

RBI revises rules on reporting of bad loans

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

If a holiday, banks will have to report the details on the next working day.

'It is almost as if there is a death wish for the Tejas'

'It is almost as if there is a death wish for the Tejas'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

The contracts with Israel Aerospace Industries will condemn the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft to a marginal presence in the IAF's future fleet.

Sensex at 1-week low, Nifty below 8,800 ahead of RBI policy

Sensex at 1-week low, Nifty below 8,800 ahead of RBI policy

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended lower by 61 points at 29,122 mark and the 50-share Nifty slipped by 12 points to close at 8,797.

Mumbai's Tireless COVID-19 Warrior

Mumbai's Tireless COVID-19 Warrior

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'These are challenging times and we get energised by that.' 'I don't feel that 'I am tired now and I should relax', because even if someone calls us at 12 o'clock I have to answer his call.'

India is proficient in making laws but lax in enforcing them

India is proficient in making laws but lax in enforcing them

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Concluding the three-part series, Paranjoy Guha Thakurta says that the black money law is likely to fail because of the ineptness of India's investigative and enforcement agencies.

Six mantras to get the best car loan deal

Six mantras to get the best car loan deal

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

These tips can save a lot of money for every car loan customer.

Markets log best weekly gain in seven years on FII buying

Markets log best weekly gain in seven years on FII buying

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

Rate sensitive sectors rallied the most led by banks while metals surged on rebound in commodity prices

Sensex plunges 339 points in biggest drop in 8 weeks; Infosys falls 5%

Sensex plunges 339 points in biggest drop in 8 weeks; Infosys falls 5%

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

The 30-share Sensex ended down 339 points at 28,119 and the 50-share Nifty closed 100 points lower at 8,438.

Markets kick off Q3 on a positive note; Sensex, Nifty end higher

Markets kick off Q3 on a positive note; Sensex, Nifty end higher

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Markets in green tracking firm global cues.

'Every farmer in India will oppose the BJP'

'Every farmer in India will oppose the BJP'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

'Four years into his tenure and Modi still has no idea what is wrong with the agriculture sector!'

Chopper scam: Budget session likely casualty as Centre, Congress trade charges

Chopper scam: Budget session likely casualty as Centre, Congress trade charges

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

With an aggressive Opposition and unyielding government, important legislation could be the biggest casualty, as details of the helicopter contract surface.

'Happy coincidences': Yadav's wealth, CBI case, UPA's food bill

'Happy coincidences': Yadav's wealth, CBI case, UPA's food bill

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

The CBI's case against Mulayam has been killed by politics, says Sreenivasan Jain

US aid to Pakistan is no panacea, but neither are sanctions

US aid to Pakistan is no panacea, but neither are sanctions

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

After weighing all the costs and benefits, the next administration is likely to reduce and restructure assistance to Pakistan but not to end it altogether, says Daniel S Markey.

Modi govt set to script a new chapter in India's growth story

Modi govt set to script a new chapter in India's growth story

Rediff.com27 May 2016

The passage of the Bankruptcy Code could set the stage for other important legislation that may see India undergo more economic change than all governments combined since the reforms implemented by P V Narasimha Rao in 1991-93, says Ben Merton.

Markets continue winning streak; metals rally

Markets continue winning streak; metals rally

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Sensex ended at 26,272 up 125 points and Nifty ended at 7,831 up by 35 points.

Banks should pass on the rate benefit to customers: Shaktikanta Das

Banks should pass on the rate benefit to customers: Shaktikanta Das

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das tells Anup Roy, Raghu Mohan and Niraj Bhatt that it is time for banks to lower interest rates and start lending to cash-starved finance companies after due credit appraisal and proper risk assessment.

Can the EC fight Tamil Nadu's 'cash-for-votes' frenzy?

Can the EC fight Tamil Nadu's 'cash-for-votes' frenzy?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The EC's actions remain to be seen on 'money-hoarding and transportation' for poll-time use. The question remains if the polity in the state would push the EC so far as to use the countermanding option. Even then EC would have to push its constitutional powers to find a way to prevent 'money-power' in the state's elections, says N Sathiya Moorthy

11 credit card charges you probably don't know

11 credit card charges you probably don't know

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

There is no such thing as 'free' credit cards. Most of the charges associated with your card are not even told upfront to you. Knowing about these various fees and charges will put you in good stead and help you use your card prudently.

India, Japan and the China threat

India, Japan and the China threat

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

'Relations between India and Japan are robust and devoid of either shadow of history or any irritant.' 'In fact, there is plenty of warmth and goodwill earned over history. There are no negatives but only opportunities,' notes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Sensex ends at nearly 3-year high, Nifty surges 200 points

Sensex ends at nearly 3-year high, Nifty surges 200 points

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

Sensex witnessed the biggest single day gain since May 2009 in absolute terms.

SC seals Sasikala's fate in 8 minutes, sends her to prison

SC seals Sasikala's fate in 8 minutes, sends her to prison

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

The apex court's decision, which was handed down in eight minutes, has dashed any hopes for the Jayalalithaa aide to become CM.