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Gulf of Mexico oil spill worsens, hits US shores

Gulf of Mexico oil spill worsens, hits US shores

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

It is unclear how much of the estimated 700,000 gallons (approximately 16,700 barrels) of #2 fuel onboard burned before it sank.

Google picks up 7.7% stake in Reliance for Rs 33,737cr

Google picks up 7.7% stake in Reliance for Rs 33,737cr

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

"We are delighted to welcome Google as a strategic investor in Jio Platforms. We have signed a binding partnership and an investment agreement under which Google will invest Rs 33,737 crores for a 7.7 per cent stake in Jio Platforms," Mukesh Ambani said at the company's annual general meeting.

Indian refiners beat global peers in margin game

Indian refiners beat global peers in margin game

Rediff.com13 Feb 2009

Refining margin is the difference in prices of crude oil and finished products. More exposure to diesel behind less fall in Indian refining margins.

NELP auction: Energy majors flock to roadshows

NELP auction: Energy majors flock to roadshows

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Jitin Prasada, who led the roadshows in the US and Canada, said the roadshows for 70 blocks offered in NELP-VIII and 10 coal bed methane blocks received overwhelming response from investors.

Coming soon near you: Privately-run petrol pumps!

Coming soon near you: Privately-run petrol pumps!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

With the government reducing the net worth for new entities in fuel-marketing space to Rs 250 crore, the market is open for new players like Total, Adani, and Saudi Aramco -- and even supermarkets - to open fuel outlets.

Has RBI underestimated the slowdown in economic activity?

Has RBI underestimated the slowdown in economic activity?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Most analysts expect the note ban to sharply hit GVA growth in Q3 and Q4, and the central bank's stance is being called into question.

'Nothing was off-limits for Dr Watsa'

'Nothing was off-limits for Dr Watsa'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

'He would never make fun of the person asking the question, however way-out the question may have been,' says Meenal Baghel, former editor, Mumbai Mirror.

Trade with Iran? Reliance may face ban in US

Trade with Iran? Reliance may face ban in US

Rediff.com29 Apr 2009

Asking India's Reliance Industries and other energy firms doing trade with Iran to choose either Tehran or Washington, US Senators have moved a bill aimed at penalising such companies.

Good news! Outsourcing is here to stay

Good news! Outsourcing is here to stay

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

The five-year BP outsourcing deal for $1.5 billion (Rs 7,500 crore) is the best piece of news that the outsourcing industry has had since the global recession began. It tells the country that outsourcing, and its companion off-shoring, are here to stay.

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.

Walmart's $16 bn Flipkart buy is the biggest deal this year

Walmart's $16 bn Flipkart buy is the biggest deal this year

Rediff.com9 May 2018

Sachin Bansal, who had co-founded Flipkart with Binny Bansal in 2007, would exit the company

How US companies are helping India fight coronavirus

How US companies are helping India fight coronavirus

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

A large number of American companies like Google, Uber and IBM are offering their resources to help India successfully fight the battle against the deadly coronavirus pandemic.

Ayodhya set to turn into fortress

Ayodhya set to turn into fortress

Rediff.com30 Jul 2008

Ayodhya, the birth place of Lord Ram, would virtually be turned into a fort as unprecedented security arrangements have been made for 'sawan jhula mela' after intelligence reports of a probable extremist activity during the festival, slated to begin in Ayodhya from August 4.

RBI's Credit Policy: What's in store for you

RBI's Credit Policy: What's in store for you

Rediff.com28 Apr 2008

Attainment of growth and price stability through isolated measures by RBI may not be the most effective way

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.

Govt imposes $792 million additional penalty on Reliance

Govt imposes $792 million additional penalty on Reliance

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

The government has slapped an additional penalty of $792 million on Reliance Industries for producing less than targeted natural gas from its eastern offshore KG-D6 block.

What to expect at IPL auction

What to expect at IPL auction

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

There will be a strong focus on buying uncapped Indian players with eight franchises gearing up to pick a maximum of 76 out of the 350 plus, who will go under the hammer at the auction for the 10th Indian Premier League.

'Oil to reach $100 a barrel by end of 2016'

'Oil to reach $100 a barrel by end of 2016'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Oil prices could hit $100 a barrel by the end of next year.

Oil majors vie for oil blocks under NELP-VII

Oil majors vie for oil blocks under NELP-VII

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

The government on Monday received 181 bids from global and domestic oil majors, including ONGC, Reliance Industries, Essar, BP Plc and BHP Billiton, for oil and gas exploration blocks under the seventh round of NELP auction.

Oil PSUs may be allowed by Modi govt to bring in private players

Oil PSUs may be allowed by Modi govt to bring in private players

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

The government was planning to come up with a new fiscal model giving 'special incentives' for fields that were given out on nomination to ONGC and Oil India, reports Shine Jacob.

10 most profitable companies in the world

10 most profitable companies in the world

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Most of the companies are Chinese and surprisingly all are diversified banks.

ICL demands damages from Yousuf

ICL demands damages from Yousuf

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Indian Cricket League (ICL) on Monday filed a statement of claims before the arbiter, seeking damages of Rs 4 crore from Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Yousuf for alleged breach of contract.

'Mumbai should have lesser cases from August'

'Mumbai should have lesser cases from August'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'Mumbai is at a peak, from here it can only be a downward trend.'

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Denied adequate preparation time in India, the West Indies would look to utilise all their resources when they take on Board President's XI

Blow to RIL: Panel refuses to take view on experts' appointment

Blow to RIL: Panel refuses to take view on experts' appointment

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

The Management Committee headed by Director General of Hydrocarbons R N Choubey refused to take a view on appointment of renowned reservoir consultants Ryder Scott, DeGolyer and MacNaughton, Gaffney, Cline & Associates or Netherland, Sewell & Associates to ascertain if RIL's claims of fall in reserves are actually true or the firm was hoarding gas by producing less, official sources said.

India to auction 55 oil and gas blocks

India to auction 55 oil and gas blocks

Rediff.com27 Mar 2006

Launching a major global initiative for attracting foreign investment in the hydrocarbon sector, India on Monday held a roadshow in London for auctioning 55 oil and gas exploration blocks.

Monsoon weakened but not over

Monsoon weakened but not over

Rediff.com27 Jul 2007

"It happens that there is a break in the rainfall pattern," says BP Yadav, who crunches the relevant numbers at the Indian Meteorological Department in New Delhi.

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Biden's secretary of state will be...

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

'Biden's promise of returning to 'normalcy' after Trump appears to mean that the same old politicians, who are responsible for the 'endless wars' in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, are being brought out of the woodwork after four years,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Court stays LIC nominee's L&T Esops claim

Court stays LIC nominee's L&T Esops claim

Rediff.com8 May 2007

The judge orally observed that the obtaining of this kind of benefit by any such nominee-director raised an important question of morality and, equally, of law.

Govt to sign CBM contracts tomorrow

Govt to sign CBM contracts tomorrow

Rediff.com6 Nov 2006

The government will sign contracts on Tuesday for exploitation of gas trapped below coal seams in nine areas with three consortia, including one led by Anil Ambani Group companies.\n

Have you binged this Diwali?

Have you binged this Diwali?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

Sunita Roy Chowdhury lets you know how you can stay healthy this festive season.

Frontline career profiles in BPOs

Frontline career profiles in BPOs

Rediff.com11 Apr 2007

BPOs provide some serious career options and a competitive edge to your career.

Foreign firms eye ONGC oil blocks

Foreign firms eye ONGC oil blocks

Rediff.com10 Apr 2006

How to prevent and control high blood pressure

How to prevent and control high blood pressure

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Make these simple lifestyle changes and lead a healthy life.

Ratan Tata appointed IBAC member

Ratan Tata appointed IBAC member

Rediff.com21 Mar 2006

Ratan Tata, who heads the biggest industrial conglomerate in India, on Tuesday joined an elite group of global business leaders like Microsoft chief Bill Gates and BP Group CEO Lord Browns

Yoga immune boosters in the time of Covid-19

Yoga immune boosters in the time of Covid-19

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

Shameem Akthar digs into her sadhana kit for an immunity-boosting sequence.

Can dieting help fight obesity?

Can dieting help fight obesity?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

A common misconception is that dieting helps you reduce weight.

Why this Aussie is wary of Indian batsmen...

Why this Aussie is wary of Indian batsmen...

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

India's batting line-up poses a 'big threat' and Australia need to score huge runs to counter the hosts during the five-match ODI series beginning on September 17, all-rounder Marcus Stoinis said on Tuesday.

RIL to defer investments in developing newer fields

RIL to defer investments in developing newer fields

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

RIL's Dhirubhai-34, or R-Cluster field, in the flagging KG-D6 block was to produce about 13 million standard cubic metres per day of gas, equivalent to present day output from D1&D3 as well as MA fields, by 2017-18.