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Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

With exporters' claim for over five months still pending, liquidity has been wiped out and the process of finalising new contracts has been held up.

Bankruptcy code brings good news for SBI

Bankruptcy code brings good news for SBI

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

So far, among the IBC cases, SBI has been able to recover Rs 8,500 crore from Tata Steel's acquisition of Bhushan Steel. Another Rs 1,500 crore is in an escrow account on account of Electrosteel Steels.

When Kiran Rao was mistaken for a stuggling actress

When Kiran Rao was mistaken for a stuggling actress

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

From inspiring stories of women who have carved a niche in their career to differently-abled women who fought against social and psychological barriers, the CII event was an eye-opener to the fact that India still has a long way to go towards women empowerment

'Indo-US relation is mutually beneficial for both nations'

'Indo-US relation is mutually beneficial for both nations'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

The lawmakers, speaking at a Capitol Hill event hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry to release its new study about Indian companies investing heavily in the US and both saving and creating jobs, hoped that this message will alleviate the concerns over outsourcing and loss of American jobs among their constituents.

India Inc's big vote of confidence for Modi

India Inc's big vote of confidence for Modi

Rediff.com29 Aug 2014

Sentiment has improved but no progress on GST & ending 'tax terrorism' disappoints.

Indian football mourns former AIFF chief Dasmunsi's death

Indian football mourns former AIFF chief Dasmunsi's death

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

The 72-year-old, also an eminent Congress leader, passed away today after being in coma since 2008, when he had suffered a stroke.

'Unless vendors keep pace, auto biz will be hurt'

'Unless vendors keep pace, auto biz will be hurt'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2010

Auto sales continued to break record for the fourth consecutive month in October, with total vehicles sold in the country last month stood at 14,60,655 units.

AIFF's constitution to be amended

AIFF's constitution to be amended

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is set to amend its constitution in order to adopt the new regulations which have come from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

The chink in the e-commerce draft

The chink in the e-commerce draft

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

While the new norms are part of the draft policy's guidelines to fight counterfeit and fake products on platforms, they might end up helping brands and e-commerce firms sign exclusive sale deals.

Indian cos saved thousands of jobs in US: CII

Indian cos saved thousands of jobs in US: CII

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

The study titled, 'Indian Roots, American Soil: A Look at Indian Companies in the US Economy,' was released at Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on Wednesday at a ceremony attended by several US lawmakers from both the Senate and House.

India Inc says PMEAC forecast realistic, demands growth push

India Inc says PMEAC forecast realistic, demands growth push

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Prime Minister's key economic advisor C Rangarajan on Friday lowered the growth forecast for the current fiscal to 5.3 per cent from 6.4 per cent projected earlier and listed out host of measures, including further liberalisation of FDI norms to improve economic condition.

Despite rate cut, the low morale spills over

Despite rate cut, the low morale spills over

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

The crowd at the Confederation of Indian Industry's annual general meeting and national conference 2012 merely issued a round of half-hearted applause, though finance minister Pranab Mukherjee had earlier hinted a rate cut was in the offing in the next 'half an hour'.

Outward investments: Monthly data soon

Outward investments: Monthly data soon

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion is closely working with the Reserve Bank of India, DIPP's joint secretary Gopal Krishna told reporters in New Delhi at a Confederation of Indian Industry function.

Builders blame authorities for Noida crisis

Builders blame authorities for Noida crisis

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Builders on Friday blamed the Noida and Greater Noida development authorities for the current crisis and warned of similar problems in future due to their faulty land acquisition process.

Housing prices may rise by up to 10%

Housing prices may rise by up to 10%

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

Housing prices may rise by 5-10 per cent in the next 3-6 months as the cost of funds for developers is expected to increase following the Reserve Bank of India's decision to raise key policy rates by 25 basis points.

Coal block allocations: India Inc pleads for SC mercy

Coal block allocations: India Inc pleads for SC mercy

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Worried over the fallout of the Supreme Court's observations on allocation of coal blocks, India Inc wants the apex court to consider a reprieve for those allotted to genuine companies that have invested billions.

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

The Bajaj Super could not be called a pretty scooter, but it was sturdy and reliable, says Veenu Sandhu.

Traders to worship electronic gadgets this Diwali!

Traders to worship electronic gadgets this Diwali!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Along with Lord Ganesha and goddess Laxmi, electronic gadgets will also enter the pantheon of Hindu gods this Diwali.

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling again! The Pradhan Sevak is in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour to East Asia. This is Modi's first-ever official visit to Indonesia and before the visit, the PM hoped that the meet would cement the political, economic and strategic interest of the two friendly maritime neighbours.

GST: Industry to make case in Nov 28 meet

GST: Industry to make case in Nov 28 meet

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

Wants all services included in tax, with a negative list.

Will the West Coast refinery take off?

Will the West Coast refinery take off?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

BPCL's impending privatisation and RIL's stake sale to Saudi Aramco raise questions about the future of the West Coast Refinery, once touted as the world's largest.

Indians spend more on food

Indians spend more on food

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Indians spend a higher percentage of their earnings on food consumption, compared with other countries globally, Ramachandra N Galla, chairman of Amara Raja Group, said.

FIFA had perfect response to complaining I-League clubs

FIFA had perfect response to complaining I-League clubs

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

FIFA has urged the agitating I-League clubs to work closely with the national federation

'You cannot kill trade'

'You cannot kill trade'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'When you oppose a policy, you are labelled anti-government.' 'The problem is, the policymakers have never done any business in their lives.'

Will Punit Goenka manage to 'rescue' Zee?

Will Punit Goenka manage to 'rescue' Zee?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

With founder Subhash Chandra no longer in the driver's seat at Zee, the acid test for Punit Goenka would be to take the financial investors along with him even as he strives to weather the latest storm. The question, now, is how he will deal with the challenges of being a professional CEO rather than an owner-CEO in the aftermath of his family offloading most of its promoter stake to a clutch of financial investors. However, the silver lining is that Zee remains the most profitable of the top four broadcasters in India.

Infosys sees big opportunities in cloud computing

Infosys sees big opportunities in cloud computing

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

India's second largest software exporter Infosys Ltd is eyeing big opportunities in cloud computing but advocates that there is need to put in place a policy framework for the same.

What NITI's vice chairman has to say about India Inc's investments

What NITI's vice chairman has to say about India Inc's investments

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The NITI Aayog's vice-chairman's charge holds ground.

Retail honchos bat for FDI in multi-brand

Retail honchos bat for FDI in multi-brand

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

In India, these global retailers exported goods worth $725 million in 2010. Modern retail constitutes 6.5 per cent of the $435-billion overall Indian retail market.

Traders step up demand for e-commerce policy

Traders step up demand for e-commerce policy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Retailers claim online firms' predatory pricing strategy disrupting business

Bidhuri settles for bronze in World boxing

Bidhuri settles for bronze in World boxing

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

Wildcard entrant Gaurav Bidhuri's remarkable run at the World Boxing Championships ended with a bronze medal on Thursday after he lost his semifinal clash to American Duke Ragan in Hamburg.

company directors: Experts pitch for a checklist

company directors: Experts pitch for a checklist

Rediff.com12 May 2011

The session was organised in the backdrop of upcoming new Companies Act which is touted to have very strong provisions for both executive and independent directors, said Nitin Mankad, chairman, CII Central Gujarat Zonal Council.

Praful Patel named member of Ad-Hoc Committee

Praful Patel named member of Ad-Hoc Committee

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

The President of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Praful Patel was on Thursday appointed member of the Ad-Hoc Committee for Member Associations for the term 2011-2015 by the Executive Committee of the Asian Football Confederation.

Indian industry lacks strategic depth: CII-BCG

Indian industry lacks strategic depth: CII-BCG

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

Getting to the magic growth, however, will require massive increase in investment in infrastructure, in labour force skills and manufacturing capacity.

Vikas Krishan storms into quarter-finals

Vikas Krishan storms into quarter-finals

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

India boxer Vikas Krishan stormed into the quarter-finals of the men's 75kg category after beating Turkey's Onder Sipal by unanimous decision in a clearly dominating bout. Vikas in now one win away from a medal at the Games. India's first boxer to reach quarterfinals in Rio, Vikas will meet Uzbekistan's world championships silver medallist Bektemir Melikuziev in the next bout.

Indo-Pak biz leaders call for closer trade ties

Indo-Pak biz leaders call for closer trade ties

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Leading businessmen from India and Pakistan on Monday called for closer commercial ties between the two countries and said commerce could well turn out to the harbinger of peace in the Subcontinent.

Significant easing of lockdown in Delhi, shops to open

Significant easing of lockdown in Delhi, shops to open

Rediff.com19 May 2020

However, metro services, schools, colleges, cinema halls and salons will remain closed, the chief minister said. Wearing masks and following social distancing norms are mandatory in the city, Kejriwal said, adding that no activity will be permitted in containment zones, except for essential services.

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

India, one of the world's fastest growing auto markets, will see the launch of over ten vehicles, including small cars during the 10th Auto Expo.

Why Indians stayed away from festival shopping this year

Why Indians stayed away from festival shopping this year

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

'In the last 4, 5 years, ever since online companies started online shopping in a big way with heavy discounts, our sales are affected badly.' 'As there is no control over the way the online companies operate, they were able to destroy the domestic retail market to a great extent.'