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Nitish appoints new JD-U working president, seeks special status for Bihar

Nitish appoints new JD-U working president, seeks special status for Bihar

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The party's national executive meeting chaired by its president and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar flagged price rise and unemployment as "burning issues"

'No question of bringing in an investor right now'

'No question of bringing in an investor right now'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

'We have got enough internal accruals, and we are able to do acquisitions on our own.'

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

EPL PIX: Liverpool stay atop table; City down Fulham

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played across England, on Saturday.

One-offs impacted Jan-Mar quarter, but FY24 likely to be better for ONGC

One-offs impacted Jan-Mar quarter, but FY24 likely to be better for ONGC

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

ONGC's January-March quarter results for the 2022-23 financial year (Q4FY23) indicated changes in the trends of the energy cycle as well as the impact of policy change in gas-pricing. The public sector oil and gas major reported standalone Ebitda (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation) at Rs 16,340 crore, down 12 per cent year-on-year (YoY), and down 20 per cent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). There was a net loss of Rs 250 crore due to exceptional items of Rs 9,240 crore for provisions related to the ongoing dispute regarding the applicability of service tax and goods and services tax on Royalty.

PICS: Haaland 'trick' earns Man City win at West Ham

PICS: Haaland 'trick' earns Man City win at West Ham

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

A summary of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

Gukesh finishes joint second in Masters; Mendonca wins Challenger

Gukesh finishes joint second in Masters; Mendonca wins Challenger

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Grandmaster D Gukesh endured a heartbreak in the final tie-breaker against Wei Yi of China and had to be content with a joint second place finish at the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands.

PIX: Spinners guide SRH past Royals; set up KKR final

PIX: Spinners guide SRH past Royals; set up KKR final

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Abhishek Sharma and Shahbaz Ahmed spun a web around Rajasthan Royals' batters to power Sunrisers Hyderabad to an emphatic 36-run victory.

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Has anything changed, ask Lakhimpur Kheri voters

Rediff.com11 May 2024

This appears to be a common refrain in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri Lok Sabha constituency where farmers want better prices for their produce and respite from the stray cattle menace and others want political leaders to talk about job creation instead of issues like the Ram temple and Article 370.

Share of women in urban salaried jobs at 6-year low in Q4FY24: PLFS

Share of women in urban salaried jobs at 6-year low in Q4FY24: PLFS

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The share of women employed in regular salaried jobs in urban India hit a fresh low in the January-March quarter (Q4) of 2023-24 (FY24). In the same period, the share of women engaged in self-employment went up. An analysis of the latest quarterly Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data showed the share of women in regular wage work among all employed women stood at 52.3 per cent in Q4FY24, down from 53 per cent in the previous quarter.

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Rediff.com20 May 2024

American Xander Schauffele birdied the final hole to win the PGA Championship by one shot over LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau.

Registered Youth Voters Hits Decades-Low

Registered Youth Voters Hits Decades-Low

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

The share of such voters has shrunk to 1.9 per cent of registered voters in 2024 from 2.7 per cent in 2014.

Urban consumption likely to propel GDP growth in Jul-Sep

Urban consumption likely to propel GDP growth in Jul-Sep

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The Indian economy is likely to post better than anticipated growth in the second quarter (July-September) owing to robust urban consumption and expansion in services, a Business Standard analysis of high-frequency indicators showed. While gross domestic product growth in the September quarter is expected to come below the 7.8 per cent print in the June quarter due to a favourable base fading, analysts say the print will be much closer to 7 per cent than the 6.5 per cent anticipated earlier. While the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had estimated 6.5 per cent growth for July-September, last month Governor Shaktikanta Das said the growth figure would surprise on the upside.

MCA doubles prize money, victorious Mumbai to receive additional Rs 5 crore

MCA doubles prize money, victorious Mumbai to receive additional Rs 5 crore

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The triumphant Mumbai team will receive an additional Rs 5 crore for its unprecedented 42nd Ranji Trophy title after the state cricket association doubled the prize purse on Thursday.

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Can't see another fast bowler matching: Broad heaps praise on Anderson

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

England pace legend Stuart Broad lauded former teammate James Anderson for becoming the first-ever pacer to complete 700 Test wickets, saying that one should "marvel at his skill" besides talking about his dedication and mental resilience.

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

For over a decade, HDFC Bank consistently outperformed industry growth rates in both deposits and advances, maintaining impeccable asset quality. Amid a landscape where other banks struggled with soaring non-performing assets (NPAs), HDFC Bank thrived, eventually surpassing ICICI Bank to become the largest private sector lender in India. Its net interest margin (NIM) remained stable in the range of 4.1-4.4 per cent.

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'With continued focus on votes, upcoming by-polls and purchasing politicians, the political hierarchy has little time for national defence.' 'They would do well to heed a veteran scholar, who says, "There will be war with China in the next few years. The next full scale war will have the involvement of Pakistan and terror elements, insurgents and intelligence assets operating inside India",' warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Indian smartphone sales, traditionally dominated by the entry and mid-range segments, are set to change as high-end and super-premium devices capture consumer attention. The premium category is expected to grow by more than 20 per cent in calendar year (CY) 2024 compared to the previous year. While the overall smartphone market is expected to w

Analysts hopeful for Hindalco despite Novelis' capex revised upwards

Analysts hopeful for Hindalco despite Novelis' capex revised upwards

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

In the October-December quarter (Q3) of FY24, Hindalco reported flat consolidated revenue year-on-year (Y-o-Y) at Rs 52,800 crore. Copper revenue rose due to higher shipments and better Average Selling Price (ASP). Revenue from the aluminium vertical and Novelis declined 3 per cent and 6 per cent Y-o-Y, respectively.

The Biggest Flops Of 2023

The Biggest Flops Of 2023

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

It's been a good year at the box office. Still, there were some rude shocks as well.

Who Will Taste Grapes Of Wrath In Nashik?

Who Will Taste Grapes Of Wrath In Nashik?

Rediff.com19 May 2024

'During times of adversity, a brick becomes better than a stone. That is how I look at the election season.'

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

As the number of students seeking higher education abroad continues to rise, several countries are implementing new rules. Gaurav Batra, CEO and founder of Infinite Group highlights how these changes will impact Indians who are planning to study abroad.

Power Grid Corporation stock in expensive zone

Power Grid Corporation stock in expensive zone

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) was one of the top Sensex gainers in trade on Monday, ending with gains of nearly 9 per cent. The stock has gained about 42 per cent year-to-date. For the March quarter, the company reported a revenue of Rs 12,000 crore, which was down 3 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) but up 4 per cent quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q). The drop was on account of one-time arrears related to the Nagapattinam tariff bid competitive bidding (TBCB) project in Q4 FY23.

Weak Q4 may be rare bitter pill for Sun Pharma

Weak Q4 may be rare bitter pill for Sun Pharma

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries reported a 34 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) jump in net profit to Rs 2,654.6 crore in Q4FY24.

M&A Sees Sharp Decline in 2023

M&A Sees Sharp Decline in 2023

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Bankers said the outlook of M&As in India in 2024, especially in the second half after the Lok Sabha election, seems relatively better.

Top 1% Indians Earn 23% Of Income

Top 1% Indians Earn 23% Of Income

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Wealth, which can broadly be a measure of assets held as opposed to income earned, is unequally distributed.

In FY17 hotel occupancies hit 9-year high of 65%

In FY17 hotel occupancies hit 9-year high of 65%

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Corporate clients form more than half of the business for most branded hotels, especially in cities.

PIX: Manchester City cruise into quarters; Real Madrid through

PIX: Manchester City cruise into quarters; Real Madrid through

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Holders Manchester City cruised into the Champions League quarter-finals for the seventh consecutive season with a 3-1 victory over FC Copenhagen.

Golf: Shubhankar Sharma in joint lead at Irish Open

Golf: Shubhankar Sharma in joint lead at Irish Open

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Shubhankar Sharma dropped a late bogey after a splendid front nine to shoot 6-under 66 and grab the joint lead at the Horizon Irish Open.

Blinkit, Zepto ignite the quick commerce firestorm

Blinkit, Zepto ignite the quick commerce firestorm

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

After a tentative start, quick commerce (q-commerce) is ablaze, with Blinkit and Zepto slugging it out in a market distinct from other competitors. The latest entrant is Flipkart, which is ramping up its infrastructure in around 12 cities where it will launch the service in the next six to eight weeks, taking on existing players such as Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart, and BigBasket, among others. According to data analysed from Sensor Tower by BofA Global Research, the daily active user (DAU) base of Blinkit has grown by 58 per cent between February 2023 and February 2024.

After Rs 65bn loss, SBI mulls strategic advisor

After Rs 65bn loss, SBI mulls strategic advisor

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

According to SBI executives, the aim is to do things efficiently with an eye on profitability, and get a feedback on areas, including which business to enter and which to exit.

Budget 2020: FY21 growth rate likely to be pegged at 6-6.5%

Budget 2020: FY21 growth rate likely to be pegged at 6-6.5%

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

It is also likely to assume a deflator of around 4 per cent. That could take the nominal GDP outlook for FY21 to around 10 per cent. It is this nominal GDP forecast on the basis of which the finance ministry is calculating key Budget targets like the fiscal deficit as a percentage of GDP and tax revenue growth for the coming year.

VC fund inflows to scale past $65-b-mark by 2025

VC fund inflows to scale past $65-b-mark by 2025

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

2018 recorded a strong uptick in start-up investments on the back of some mega deals and was the best year for the sector, surpassing the previous high of $4.8 billion in 2015.

Covid vax drive: BJP-ruled states better than others

Covid vax drive: BJP-ruled states better than others

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Eight BJP-ruled states have fully vaccinated 50 per cent of their eligible population with the coronavirus vaccine and seven of them have inoculated 90 per cent people with the first dose, numbers not yet achieved by any state ruled by the Congress and its allies, official sources said Monday.

Warner says Rohit can better Lara's 400 not out

Warner says Rohit can better Lara's 400 not out

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

Australia opener David Warner believes India's Rohit Sharma has the firepower to surpass West Indies great Brian Lara's record 400 not out in a Test match.

Court set to rule on Vinesh, Bajrang's Asian Games entry

Court set to rule on Vinesh, Bajrang's Asian Games entry

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Asian Games trials exemption to Phogat, Punia: HC to pronounce order on Saturday

India's Praggnanandhaa, Nandhidhaa bag Asian chess C'ship titles

India's Praggnanandhaa, Nandhidhaa bag Asian chess C'ship titles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

S L Narayanan, Harsha Bharathakoti, Karthik Venkataraman and Shamsiddin Vokhidov, the other players who had an outside chance of a shot at the title, missed out after drawn games.

Dream Debut For Kaverappa!

Dream Debut For Kaverappa!

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Vidwath Kaverappa dismissed Faf du Plessis and Will Jacks but had Virat Kohli dropped twice off his bowling.

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Markets crash: Pollster Pradeep Gupta 'open to probe'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Facing opposition fire for exit polls allegedly being used for stock market manipulation, Axis My India's chief Pradeep Gupta has said he is open to facing all kinds of investigations and it would help do business in a much better way if the government frames specific regulations for pollsters.

T20 WC PIX: India crush England to storm into final

T20 WC PIX: India crush England to storm into final

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the semi-final match between India and England played at the Providence Stadium, in Guyana on Thursday.

Maha registers over 60% voter turnout, Haryana 65%

Maha registers over 60% voter turnout, Haryana 65%

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

The final figure of polling could increase and it will be available on Tuesday, officials said.