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Chinese yuan seen depreciating further; rupee to remain stable

Chinese yuan seen depreciating further; rupee to remain stable

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

The renminbi is expected to weaken another 2 per cent in six months.

Markets end in green on insurance bill hopes, IMF upgrade

Markets end in green on insurance bill hopes, IMF upgrade

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended 271 points higher to end at 28,930 and the 50-share Nifty climbed 76 points to close at 8,776.

Why India will always play second fiddle to China

Why India will always play second fiddle to China

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Thinking big, China is changing the world order; with mixed priorities, we can but tag along, writes T J S George.

Should Australia consider George Bailey for India tour?

Should Australia consider George Bailey for India tour?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

Former Australian cricketer Dan Marsh has called on his country's side to consider George Bailey for selection for next year's tour of India

The great Indian rope trick and other illusions of progress

The great Indian rope trick and other illusions of progress

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Rajeev Srinivasan on how Indians are satisfied with illusions, not reality.

Brexit: Rupee may escape currency bloodbath with minor injuries

Brexit: Rupee may escape currency bloodbath with minor injuries

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Rupee is seen to remain in the range of 67.50-68.80 in the short-term

Major defence deals on PM's agenda in South Korea

Major defence deals on PM's agenda in South Korea

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to South Korea is considered essential in strengthening defence ties, enhancing economic cooperation and forging cultural ties between the two countries, says Dr Rahul Mishra

Sensex jumps 362 points to end near 1-week high

Sensex jumps 362 points to end near 1-week high

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

Gains were led by Tata Motors on robust Q1 earnings and HDFC Group shares.

'Indian markets are on a strong wicket'

'Indian markets are on a strong wicket'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Given the volatility of the global marketplace, India is already on a strong wicket and well poised to provide a lucrative option to foreign investors.

'The next 15 to 20 years are India's decades'

'The next 15 to 20 years are India's decades'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

'...Unless we muck up our policies.' 'We have to become a modernised economy.' 'Our institutions should be stronger. And that is most important.' 'The rule of law should prevail and contracts should be enforced.' 'Above all, we have to recognise the importance of globalisation.' 'It is in our favour at this stage. We should grow and become globally competitive.'

Here's how Jaitley's on course to meet FY19 fiscal deficit target

Here's how Jaitley's on course to meet FY19 fiscal deficit target

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

However, independent economists are not as gung-ho as the finance ministry over the likelihood of deficit target being met this time around, says Indivjal Dhasmana.

Markets end flat amid consolidation; Nifty holds 7,700

Markets end flat amid consolidation; Nifty holds 7,700

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Markets will be closed on Thursday and Friday on account of Holi and Good Friday, respectively.

China pledges $124bn for Silk Road, terms it 'project of the century'

China pledges $124bn for Silk Road, terms it 'project of the century'

Rediff.com14 May 2017

China will also set up 50 joint laboratories with countries participating in the Belt and Road initiative to enhance cooperation on innovation.

Sovereign external borrowing: A tightrope walk for govt

Sovereign external borrowing: A tightrope walk for govt

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Experts point to the bitter experience of countries including Mexico, Thailand, South Korea and Russia and desist from going forward with plans of issuance of such securities. They say rather than going abroad, the country should increase participation of foreign investor in the government securities which does not have any forex risk.

These factors will decide rupee's fall against the dollar

These factors will decide rupee's fall against the dollar

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Rupee will weaken against the dollar in next 12 months, says Reuters poll.

Sensex ends at record closing high

Sensex ends at record closing high

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

The 30-share Sensex ended up 248 points at a record closing high of 27,346.

Markets ended lower amid global worry; aviation, pharma gain

Markets ended lower amid global worry; aviation, pharma gain

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

BSE Metal and Capital Goods indices plunged over 2% followed by counters like Consumer Durables, Auto, Banks and Realty, all falling down between 1-2%.

So what if India has hit a rough patch, brighter days are near

So what if India has hit a rough patch, brighter days are near

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

The flow of economic news suggests that "good days" are not here as yet.

Make in India is fine; Modi must first resolve domestic issues

Make in India is fine; Modi must first resolve domestic issues

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Make in India has few advantages and some disadvatnages too.

IOC to buy stakes in Petronas' LNG project for $900 mn

IOC to buy stakes in Petronas' LNG project for $900 mn

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

The acquisition of stake in Progress Energy Resources Corp's shale gas assets and Pacific NorthWest LNG for 1 billion Canadian dollars ($900 million) marks IOC's maiden entry into North America.

Sensex loses Modi momentum as global woes drag index to 2014 levels

Sensex loses Modi momentum as global woes drag index to 2014 levels

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

A steep decline in the Asian equities after crude oil fell to its lowest since September 2003 dented sentiments.

Sensex rallies 348 points to end at 1-week high; IIP, CPI eyed

Sensex rallies 348 points to end at 1-week high; IIP, CPI eyed

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Investors are keenly awaiting the announcement of the macroeconomic data-IIP and CPI due on Tuesday.

Brexit effect: Sensex tanks 605 points as global stocks rattle

Brexit effect: Sensex tanks 605 points as global stocks rattle

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Stocks of companies having operations and exports to Europe were the top losers.

If India can't build Chabahar, China will

If India can't build Chabahar, China will

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

The Modi government's appalling inefficiency and lack of purpose stand exposed, says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

10 reasons why India won't grow at 8% plus

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

The prospects for strong, sustained economic reforms do not appear to be promising in India.

Sensex surges 138 pts to end at record closing peak

Sensex surges 138 pts to end at record closing peak

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Benchmark share indices ended at record closing highs, amid a volatile trading session on Monday, with IT majors leading the gains.

Can India trust Gota and the Rajapaksas?

Can India trust Gota and the Rajapaksas?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

New Delhi is approaching Gota with an open mind, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Coronavirus: Tomorrow always comes

Coronavirus: Tomorrow always comes

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

'A very vast majority of us will catch it at some point, about 8 out of 10 won't feel much worse than a common cold's nuisance, if at all, but some will die.' 'A very, very vast majority, at least about 98 per cent of those infected, if not more, under any circumstances, will live through it,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The report documents allegations of reprisals and intimidation in 38 countries, some of which are members of the Human Rights Council.

After a brief fall; sensex ends flat; FMCG, auto drag

After a brief fall; sensex ends flat; FMCG, auto drag

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The 30-share Sensex ended down 71 points at 26,710 and the 50-share Nifty lost 38 points to close at 8,030.

Sensex holds 25,600 amid choppy trade; auto, aviation fly high

Sensex holds 25,600 amid choppy trade; auto, aviation fly high

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

All sectoral indices, led by realty, PSU, oil & gas and banking, were in positive zone with gains of up to 1.25 per cent.

RBI policy fails to cheer markets; Sensex ends flat

RBI policy fails to cheer markets; Sensex ends flat

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

The 30-share Sensex ended up 12 points at 28,517 while the 50-share Nifty ended nearly unchanged at 8,660.

Rupee on free fall; lands up at fresh lifetime low of 71.58/$

Rupee on free fall; lands up at fresh lifetime low of 71.58/$

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

The ballooning of crude prices has significantly increased the country's oil import bill and it can also lead to a worsening of the current account deficit and fiscal deficit for the domestic economy.

EXPOSED! FIFA scandal stinks up the Caribbean

EXPOSED! FIFA scandal stinks up the Caribbean

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

'There is a Jack Warner or two in every Caribbean parliament today.'

So, what lies ahead for the markets? A lot depends on these factors

So, what lies ahead for the markets? A lot depends on these factors

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Experts suggest domestic factors rather than the Greece crisis would determine the course of the Indian equities.

Brexit: What's in store for Indian markets?

Brexit: What's in store for Indian markets?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

'Experts are not ruling out further pain as global factors cannot insulate India from the aftermath.'

What's wrong with the world economy?

What's wrong with the world economy?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Germany is now sitting on a mountain of savings.

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Very tough times lie ahead for next govt

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'The new government will have to contend with slowing economic growth, weak private investment, anaemic exports and vulnerable external imbalances, a stressed financial system, mounting fiscal pressures (including high government debt-to-GDP ratios) and an exceptionally bad employment situation,' says Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

Rupee up 140 paise at 63.84 Vs dollar

Rupee up 140 paise at 63.84 Vs dollar

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

The rupee resumed higher at 64.40 a dollar from Friday's close of 65.24 and touched a low of 64.54 at the interbank foreign exchange market.

Iraqi PM assures Indian cos of healthy investment opportunities

Iraqi PM assures Indian cos of healthy investment opportunities

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

India became more dependent on Iraqi oil recently after it cut supplies from the sanctions-hit Iran.