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RIL rights issue oversubscribed 1.59 times

RIL rights issue oversubscribed 1.59 times

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

In the rights issue, the company is offering one share for every 15 shares held at Rs 1,257. The rights shares are expected to be listed on the BSE and NSE on or around June 12.

'Drone attacks are an evolving threat'

'Drone attacks are an evolving threat'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'India needs offensive and defensive security measures to protect itself.'

4 deals in 4 weeks: Reliance to sell 1.34% Jio stake to General Atlantic

4 deals in 4 weeks: Reliance to sell 1.34% Jio stake to General Atlantic

Rediff.com17 May 2020

The deal follows Facebook picking up a 9.99 per cent stake in the firm that houses India's youngest but largest telecom firm on April 22 for Rs 43,574 crore. Within days of that deal, Silver Lake -- the world's largest tech investor -- bought a 1.15 per cent stake in Jio Platforms for Rs 5,665.75 crore. On May 8, US-based Vista Equity Partners bought 2.32 per cent stake in Jio Platforms for Rs 11,367 crore.

Vedanta confirms bidding for govt's stake in BPCL

Vedanta confirms bidding for govt's stake in BPCL

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

The Vedanta group on Wednesday confirmed putting in a preliminary expression of interest (EoI) for buying the government's stake in Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL).

10 Indian CEOs among world's most-influential chief executives

10 Indian CEOs among world's most-influential chief executives

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Walmart CEO Douglas McMillon came first in the CEOWORLD magazine's global ranking of the best chief executives across all industries for 2019.

Is Reliance Jio's 5G plan realistic?

Is Reliance Jio's 5G plan realistic?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Surajeet Das Gupta explains why Mukesh Ambani's target is by no means impossible.

How Mukesh Ambani re-invented Reliance again

How Mukesh Ambani re-invented Reliance again

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Dhirubhai may or may not have owned the government; it would seem his son wants to own the market, notes T N Ninan.

Oil over troubled waters

Oil over troubled waters

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

If attendance is any yardstick, the Jeddah meet was a resounding success

BPCL privatisation move make workers jittery

BPCL privatisation move make workers jittery

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Older workers are headed for the VRS exit in larger-than-expected numbers even as unrest stirs over unrevised wage settlements.

Reliance sells 2.32% stake in Jio for Rs 11,367 cr, 3rd deal in 2 weeks

Reliance sells 2.32% stake in Jio for Rs 11,367 cr, 3rd deal in 2 weeks

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Reliance Industries on Friday announced the sale of 2.32 per cent stake in its digital unit to US-based Vista Equity Partners for Rs 11,367 crore, the third deal in a little over two weeks that will inject a combined Rs 60,596.37 crore in the oil-to-telecom conglomerate to help it pare debt. The US-based private equity firm will buy a stake in Jio Platforms, which houses the country's youngest but biggest telecom firm Jio, at an equity value of Rs 4.91 crore and an enterprise value of Rs 5.16 crore.

'Tata Group serious about a footprint in West Asia'

'Tata Group serious about a footprint in West Asia'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

N Chandrasekaran, managing director and chief executive officer of Tata Consultancy Services, has consistently said he wishes to take the company beyond mature economies such as America and Europe, into emerging markets.

PM Modi calls on Saudi King Salman, meets top ministers to deepen bilateral ties

PM Modi calls on Saudi King Salman, meets top ministers to deepen bilateral ties

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Prime Minister Modi arrived in Riyadh late Monday night on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia to participate in the high-profile financial summit Future Investment Initiative, dubbed "Davos in the desert", an initiative of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

HPCL off to Africa for retail binge

HPCL off to Africa for retail binge

Rediff.com19 Sep 2005

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

While the Saudi drone strike has put the focus back on anti-drone measures, caution also stems from the fact that India has a number of large oil refining assets close to India-Pakistan border.

Facebook buys 9.99 % stake in Jio for Rs 43,574 cr

Facebook buys 9.99 % stake in Jio for Rs 43,574 cr

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

The latest deal would give Facebook deeper access to India, the second largest internet market after China.

Heavy Chinese missile deployment in Ladakh: IAF chief

Heavy Chinese missile deployment in Ladakh: IAF chief

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

The IAF chief also said Pakistan has become a pawn of Chinese policy and its dependence on China would increase further in future. He said India needs to understand the interplay of some major events in its vicinity that would impact the security scenario of the region.

George Fernandes: The minister who threw Coke out of India, stalled HPCL privatisation

George Fernandes: The minister who threw Coke out of India, stalled HPCL privatisation

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Fernandes wanted Coca-Cola Company to not just transfer 60 per cent of the shares of its Indian firm but also the formula for its concentrate to Indian shareholders.

Mukesh Ambani's personal firms also selling assets to cut debt

Mukesh Ambani's personal firms also selling assets to cut debt

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Bankers said as part of its debt reduction plan, Canada's Brookfield-sponsored India Infrastructure Trust acquired a pipeline for Rs 13,000 crore from East West Pipeline Ltd, an arm of Reliance Industries Holding Private Ltd, and all the liabilities are now off the subsidiary's books.

After Facebook, Silver Lake to invest Rs 5,656 cr in Ambani's Jio Platforms

After Facebook, Silver Lake to invest Rs 5,656 cr in Ambani's Jio Platforms

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The deal, as well as some other strategic and financial investments in works, will help Ambani cut debt at RIL.

Saudi firm seeks petro marketing rights in India

Saudi firm seeks petro marketing rights in India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2003

Saudi Arabia-based Jazira Enterprises has sought marketing rights to retail petrol and diesel in all major districts in the country.

'Underperforming' Liverpool up for sale for 350 mn pounds?

'Underperforming' Liverpool up for sale for 350 mn pounds?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2013

According to The Sun, the US owners of the Anfield giants, Fenway Sports Group, have become disillusioned with the club, as they have not managed to reach the top of the Premier League.

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

In a resolution passed at its national assembly in Haridwar, the SJM said the Modi government's proposed strategic divestment of PSEs was an "imprudent business decision" and "against national interest".

10 large caps for good returns in 2021

10 large caps for good returns in 2021

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Investment in market leaders with a safety-first approach could yield reasonable returns across sectors.

Softly, softly, India's influence rises in crude oil

Softly, softly, India's influence rises in crude oil

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Saudis are interested in expanding their relationship with India, given it is becoming the main driver of crude demand growth in Asia

Breaking protocol, Modi receives Saudi Crown Prince at airport

Breaking protocol, Modi receives Saudi Crown Prince at airport

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

In a tweet, Modi said India is 'delighted to welcome' the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia.

RIL's Q2 net profit jumps 18% to Rs 11,262 cr

RIL's Q2 net profit jumps 18% to Rs 11,262 cr

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Consolidated revenue rose to a record Rs 163,854 crore.

Why Iran is upset with India

Why Iran is upset with India

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'Tehran,' Foreign Minister Zarif said, 'had expected the Modi government to be "more resilient" in the face of Washington's bullying,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Saudi placates Pakistan. What about India?

Saudi placates Pakistan. What about India?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

With Modi's international image seriously damaged -- perhaps, irrecoverably -- and Indian foreign policy finding itself in drift, we move on to the New Year in a depressing scenario, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Softbank seen to invest $2-3 bn in Jio, as Mukesh is keen to cut debt

Softbank seen to invest $2-3 bn in Jio, as Mukesh is keen to cut debt

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

It, however, remains to be seen how much money Softbank actually puts in, what the implied equity valuation is and if the e-commerce venture is included in the Jio entity.

Despite the mega deal, Jio, FB will continue to lock horns

Despite the mega deal, Jio, FB will continue to lock horns

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Telecom operators, including Reliance Jio, have been demanding "same service same rules" regime which means that mobile applications providing calls and messaging services should also be made to comply with set of rules that are mandatory for mobile service providers.

Ruias plan to sell another 25% stake in Essar Oil

Ruias plan to sell another 25% stake in Essar Oil

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

A preliminary deal for sale of 49 per cent in Essar Oil to Rosneft was signed between the companies in July 2015.

Who tipped off bizmen about Nanar refinery project?

Who tipped off bizmen about Nanar refinery project?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

'One investor told us one leader in Gujarat had sent him to Konkan to buy land.' 'How did these people come to know about this project in advance when locals didn't know?' 'It means those who are running the country are somewhere interested in selling the country's resources to private businessmen.'

Now, a maths model that can predict cyber attacks!

Now, a maths model that can predict cyber attacks!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Scientists at the University of Michigan created the model to help develop a basis for understanding the strategic implications of cyber technology.

DRDO seeks info on 'graft' in 2008 Embraer deal

DRDO seeks info on 'graft' in 2008 Embraer deal

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

The deal was signed between Embraer and the DRDO for three aircraft equipped with indigenous radars for airborne early warning and control systems.

Why it's not going to be a smooth ride for private oil retailers

Why it's not going to be a smooth ride for private oil retailers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

As fuel prices surged in September, the government's decision to ask companies to cut price by Rs1 each on a litre of petrol and diesel came as a dampner for private players.

Iran, Opec and the politics of oil

Iran, Opec and the politics of oil

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The oil cartel's decision to maintain the production ceiling at its 2016 level, despite the recovery of the world economy, will ensure shortfalls in supply and high oil prices in the foreseeable future, warns Ambassador D P Srivastava.

Markets end weak ahead of F&O expiry; FMCG, metals shine

Markets end weak ahead of F&O expiry; FMCG, metals shine

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Sensex, Nifty end the day in red ahaead of F&O expiry.

Rs 5,000 crores invested in SIPs every month!

Rs 5,000 crores invested in SIPs every month!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

'Debt mutual funds are a good option now because interest rates are coming down.' 'Retail investors must put a majority portion of your money in short-term debt funds (1 to 3 years) and only a small portion in actively managed dynamic funds.'