News for 'Associated Chambers of Commerce'

Shinde, Power secy set to woo Japanese investors

Shinde, Power secy set to woo Japanese investors

Rediff.com21 Jun 2006

After visits to the US and Europe, a power ministry delegation is headed for Japan, Singapore and Malaysia for conducting roadshows to attract foreign investors in the country's power sector.

Japan to make India 'special economic partner'

Japan to make India 'special economic partner'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2006

Japan will extend 'special economic partner' status to India during Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to that country next month.

Shift in energy strategy sought

Shift in energy strategy sought

Rediff.com30 May 2005

The curious case of SME stocks

The curious case of SME stocks

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

Sebi is examining if speculators and persons acting in concert are behind the huge movements in these stocks

Strike called over death of 7 civilians disrupts life in Valley

Strike called over death of 7 civilians disrupts life in Valley

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

The strike affected attendance in government offices and banks, the officials said.

Nalco to export Rs 20 bn worth aluminium to China

Nalco to export Rs 20 bn worth aluminium to China

Rediff.com23 Sep 2003

Nalco plans to export aluminium valued at over Rs 2,000 crore to China during the current fiscal, even as the industry is making efforts to boost domestic consumption, C Venkataramana, chairman and managing director, Nalco, said in Bangalore.

After rain havoc 'Smart City' Chennai reels under politics

After rain havoc 'Smart City' Chennai reels under politics

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Chennai is one of the cities where works have been completed for almost 62 per cent of the money lined up -- Rs 599 crore of the Rs 959 crore has been utilised so far. Despite this, there was no respite for the people in the city this time either, with North Chennai being the worst affected.

No worry over BPO backlash: Nasscom

No worry over BPO backlash: Nasscom

Rediff.com6 Jan 2004

Nasscom president Kiran Karnik on Tuesday said there is nothing to worry and asserted the cancelled contract of Indiana state of US would be refloated again where outside companies, including TCS, could bid.

India advocates establishment of South Asian Union

India advocates establishment of South Asian Union

Rediff.com7 Jul 2003

India on Monday strongly advocated the establishment of "South Asian Union" as it sought to enhance the bilateral trade - with Pakistan - which had the potential to touch $6 billion.

PEs find investment in brands wise, but are wary of retailers

PEs find investment in brands wise, but are wary of retailers

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

Private equity players believe it to be lucrative to invest in designer labels.

'Democracy loving, capitalist respecting' India best for investors: FM

'Democracy loving, capitalist respecting' India best for investors: FM

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

"So you will not have anything better... democracy loving, capitalist respecting environment... in India," Sitharaman said at the event hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry in association with the US India Strategic and Partnership Forum.

Panel proposes to unleash watchdog on private coaching

Panel proposes to unleash watchdog on private coaching

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Needless to say, coaching institutes are unhappy with suggestion.

'Country comes first, trade with Pakistan comes second'

'Country comes first, trade with Pakistan comes second'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

'Trade cannot take place when there is no trust.'

Banks hint at cut in lending rates

Banks hint at cut in lending rates

Rediff.com24 Jun 2003

"We are open for further reduction in prime lending rate," Indian Banks Association Chairman Dalbir Singh said in New Delhi while addressing a seminar organised by PHD Chamber of Commerce.

US lawmakers, businesses demand Indian trade reforms

US lawmakers, businesses demand Indian trade reforms

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Next week, US Secretary of State John Kerry travels to India for the fourth annual US-India Strategic Dialogue

India Inc banks on PM Modi for turning around economy

India Inc banks on PM Modi for turning around economy

Rediff.com26 May 2014

Congratulating Narendra Modi on becoming the Prime Minister, India Inc on Monday said it is looking forward to an era of renewed trust and expressed confidence that the nation will leapfrog into a higher orbit of growth creating more jobs, income and social stability.

Corporate India gets jittery over black money Bill

Corporate India gets jittery over black money Bill

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Companies were consulting law firms and consultants to understand the Bill.

Why liquidity will remain constrained till March-end

Why liquidity will remain constrained till March-end

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Although the RBI's open market operations have ensured sufficient system-level liquidity, some sectors are finding liquidity to be a challenge owing to their credit profile.

Shapoorji Pallonji may bag UK's largest theme park deal

Shapoorji Pallonji may bag UK's largest theme park deal

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Pegged at $1.8 billion in construction deal size, The London Resort, which is located 17 minutes outside London, has attracted bids from three other construction majors from across the world.

10 Tips to SUCCEED in the Gig Economy

10 Tips to SUCCEED in the Gig Economy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

You have to make yourself visible and create opportunities for yourself, advises Gaurav Goyal, co-founder, Scalenut.

Army's Kashmir Corps commander briefs Governor on situation in the Valley

Army's Kashmir Corps commander briefs Governor on situation in the Valley

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Lt Gen Dua called on Governor Vohra and briefed him about the security situation and the Army's preparedness to deal with any arising exigency.

Ahead of polls, Bedi releases a fresh makeover plan for Delhi

Ahead of polls, Bedi releases a fresh makeover plan for Delhi

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Bedi, in a series of tweets, shared her plan to make the national capital more 'economically vibrant'.

Life disrupted as lawyers call for general strike in Jammu

Life disrupted as lawyers call for general strike in Jammu

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

The brutal rape and murder of an eight-year-old Bakerwal girl has polarised the normally peaceful town of Jammu, with the local Bar association calling for a bandh against what it termed the "targeting of minority Dogras" while the state police had lodged a case against lawyers who allegedly tried to prevent it from filing a chargesheet against the accused.

Rishi Sunak's Budget to increase UK visa fee

Rishi Sunak's Budget to increase UK visa fee

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Sunak announced that the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) would be hiked from 400 pounds to 624 pounds.

Rediff Chat: Should you fear GST?

Rediff Chat: Should you fear GST?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

To shed more light on how GST will affect the individual as well as the nation, Rediff Chat has lined up experts to field your queries.

Foreign investors cry foul over Indian tax surprise

Foreign investors cry foul over Indian tax surprise

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

The exemption from MAT does not apply retroactively.

Rs 18,000 crore: Kashmir business losses since August 5

Rs 18,000 crore: Kashmir business losses since August 5

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

'The economy of Kashmir has collapsed.'

US businesses urge Biden to press India on concerns

US businesses urge Biden to press India on concerns

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

The letter was the latest sign of US frustration about the business environment in India.

India Inc on state polls: People want corruption free politics

India Inc on state polls: People want corruption free politics

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

Results of four state elections are giving a strong message that government and political parties need to ensure good governance and provide corruption free rule, industry leaders said on Sunday.

Modi govt finds an ally in start-ups

Modi govt finds an ally in start-ups

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Business chambers now inviting start-ups for membership.

'You can't fault this government for what it's done...'

'You can't fault this government for what it's done...'

Rediff.com9 May 2017

Srei Infrastructure's vice-chairman -- and former Assocham president -- Sunil Kanoria discusses the Kanoria businesses and his impression of the Modi government with Ishita Ayan Dutt and Namrata Acharya.

Industry-Mody govt: A new phase?

Industry-Mody govt: A new phase?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

'What stood out at these meetings between industry representatives and government leaders was how the equation between the ministers and industry had undergone a subtle and qualitative change,' points out A K Bhattacharya.

'Economy is touching pre-Covid levels'

'Economy is touching pre-Covid levels'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'It is entering growth territory on a month-on-month basis.'

B K Birla, a doyen of Indian industry is no more

B K Birla, a doyen of Indian industry is no more

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

Birla was the chairman of Century Textiles and Industries and had been active in business since the age of 15. He was instrumental in a slew of business initiatives, starting with his stint as the chairman of Kesoram Industries.

Jharkhand has ambitious plans to woo investors

Jharkhand has ambitious plans to woo investors

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Political stability and a couple of big projects are pluses, but focus on medium and small industries is still missing.

London is best city in the world to live in: Hinduja

London is best city in the world to live in: Hinduja

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

London is the best place in the world to live in, leading NRI industrialist Gopichand P Hinduja has said that after travelling around the globe, he found "home" in the British capital.

PM Modi to address nation on Tuesday, last day of 3-week lockdown

PM Modi to address nation on Tuesday, last day of 3-week lockdown

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The prime minister is likely to talk about its possible extension.