News for 'Bombay Development Directorate'

IIT-B mooted to provide climate solutions

IIT-B mooted to provide climate solutions

Rediff.com7 Feb 2011

Alumni and directors of all IITs have proposed a virtual centre at IIT-Bombay for Climate Change Science, which would co-ordinate work of all environment related faculty across these premier technology institutions through a holistic approach.

Costly fittings inside Nirav Modi bungalow slow down razing

Costly fittings inside Nirav Modi bungalow slow down razing

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

The authorities have received the opinion of structural engineers, and would start removing exotic fittings, valuable fixtures, window grills and other utensils, as per their advice. They also found cushions, glass frames, a plush swimming pool and a spa, furniture made from Burma teak.

Infosys appoints Salil S Parekh as CEO, MD

Infosys appoints Salil S Parekh as CEO, MD

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

Parekh, who is joining the company from Capgemini, will take over on January 2, 2018..

Yeh Ballet review

Yeh Ballet review

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Sooni Taraporewala makes us root for her young characters even if we aren't entirely sure about the depth of their feelings, feels Sukanya Verma.

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Modi Hai to Vishvas Hai!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Modi is seen as exceptional not only on account of his acts but also owing to his style. He appears to sacrifice his life for the people -- like a fakir, a figure he came to epitomize even more in 2020 by growing a long white beard. Charisma is above accountability, and Modi has grasped these dynamics.

SECRETS about Silsila you never knew!

SECRETS about Silsila you never knew!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

'Amitabh practised Rang Barse well; the singing, movements, everything. And he got the inflections perfectly.'

Rao-Manmohan reforms are outdated

Rao-Manmohan reforms are outdated

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

'Those who are talking of adopting the Narasimha Rao-Manmohan Singh policy must understand now that what was a reform then is no longer a reform now,' argues Sukumar Mukhopadhyay who was associated with the 1991 economic reforms.

Activist seeks probe into axing of Aarey trees at night

Activist seeks probe into axing of Aarey trees at night

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Professor Avkash Jadhav, head of the history department at St Xavier's College and trustee of the city-based KAASH Foundation, said a Special Investigation Team should be set up to inspect the site where trees were cut and ascertain the actual damage done.

Damodaran resigns from IDBI board

Damodaran resigns from IDBI board

Rediff.com18 Feb 2005

Industrial Development Bank of India chairman M Damodaran has resigned from the board following his appointment as the Securities and Exchange Board of India chief.

'I don't think Bollywood is bad at all'

'I don't think Bollywood is bad at all'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

'Each person has their own story. You can't make a general statement about an entire industry.'

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

The Taliban have been known for using violence to force the people to accept their agenda and views, he added.

HC asks RBI about steps taken to help PMC Bank depositors

HC asks RBI about steps taken to help PMC Bank depositors

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

The crisis at the bank is attributed to loans made to realty player Housing Development Infrastructure Ltd, which were allegedly hidden from regulators' scrutiny, turning non-performing assets.

IDBI Bank to merge with IDBI

IDBI Bank to merge with IDBI

Rediff.com29 Jul 2004

The board of directors has taken in-principle decision to merge IDBI Bank Ltd with IDBI, the financial institution informed the Bombay Stock Exchange on Thrusday.

REVEALED: How Sholay was made

REVEALED: How Sholay was made

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Dharmendra was fascinated by Gabbar's role, then he said he would like to play Thakur. 'I told him he won't get Hema Malini.' 'He laughed and said okay (to play Veeru).'

Chinese shareholding in Indian rig operations being probed

Chinese shareholding in Indian rig operations being probed

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The scrutiny started when it came to the government's notice that Shelf Drilling, a company that operates one third of ONGC's contracted jackup rig and earns a revenue of close to $220,000 a day, has China Merchant Group as its single largest shareholder.

FAQ: Everything you need to know about locust attacks

FAQ: Everything you need to know about locust attacks

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Locust swarms can vary from less than one square kilometre to several hundred square kilometres. There can be at least 40 million and sometimes as many as 80 million locust adults in each square kilometre of swarm. Here's everything you need to know about the latest threat to India from the skies.

Ghaisas quits i-flex to start new venture

Ghaisas quits i-flex to start new venture

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

Deepak Ghaisas plans to start a new venture in the knowledge industry with a global business model after resigning from i-flex solutions (part of Oracle now), sources close to the development said.

Moser Baer to buy Philips R&D arm

Moser Baer to buy Philips R&D arm

Rediff.com6 Feb 2007

The company has entered into a definitive agreement with Philips for the acquisition, Moser Baer informed the Bombay Stock Exchange.

Mumbai to build Wuhan-like hospital to treat COVID-19 patients

Mumbai to build Wuhan-like hospital to treat COVID-19 patients

Rediff.com7 May 2020

The hospital, in the commercial hub of Bandra-Kurla Complex, will serve as an isolation facility for non-critical COVID-19 patients. Expected to be ready in a fortnight, the new makeshift facility can be scaled up to 5,000 beds, if needed. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation will run the hospital that will have, among other things, oxygen facilities and pathological laboratories. Sohini Das reports.

'You cannot judge and hang on a TV channel'

'You cannot judge and hang on a TV channel'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

'It has everything to do with TRPs.' 'It is a potboiler as Bollywood stars are involved.'

Where have all the women bankers gone?

Where have all the women bankers gone?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Women dominate Indian banks's clerical and officer rolls, but few make it to the executive office these days, notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Buying property? Please read this!

Buying property? Please read this!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Before buying property, please carefully study the agreement with the builder, advises Sanjay Kumar Singh.

IDBI, Fortis plan insurance JV

IDBI, Fortis plan insurance JV

Rediff.com6 Mar 2006

Industrial Development Bank of India Ltd on Monday said it will enter into a memorandum of understanding with Netherlands-based Fortis Insurance International NV for setting up a joint venture company. \n

BSE to invest Rs 150 cr to set-up an international exchange

BSE to invest Rs 150 cr to set-up an international exchange

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

The new exchange will also help global companies raise finance from other overseas investors.

UWB submits revamp plan to RBI

UWB submits revamp plan to RBI

Rediff.com7 Sep 2006

The ailing United Western Bank on Thursday submitted a scheme of reconstruction to the regulator Reserve Bank, which has placed it under moratorium due to erosion of networth.\n

The man who is caught in the crossfire between Tata and Mistry

The man who is caught in the crossfire between Tata and Mistry

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

R Venkataramanan, the managing trustee of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust who is responsible for all Tata-run trusts, prefers to keep a low profile but has emerged as a power centre in the group - with more clout than many established CEOs, says Dev Chatterjee.

Satyam plans centre in Nagpur

Satyam plans centre in Nagpur

Rediff.com6 Dec 2005

Satyam Computer Services has signed a memorandum of understanding with Maharashtra Airport Development Company to acquire 100 acres in the Nagpur special economic zone.

What happened just minutes before the Tata board meeting

What happened just minutes before the Tata board meeting

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Ahead of the board meeting that afternoon, in fact only minutes before that, then chairman Cyrus Mistry was given an opportunity to step down, it is learnt. But, Mistry declined

Jet crew member arrested as DRI busts international hawala racket

Jet crew member arrested as DRI busts international hawala racket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

A woman Jet Airways employee was allegedly trying to smuggle out foreign currency worth over Rs 3 crore.

Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

The commercial vehicle business is one of the mainstays for the Tata group, highlighting the importance of Girish Wagh's appointment.

Two-seater Cessna forcelands near Mumbai

Two-seater Cessna forcelands near Mumbai

Rediff.com21 Feb 2004

A trainee pilot and his trainer suffered minor injuries in the mishap.

Court finds no 'reasonable grounds' to not link Rhea to drug case

Court finds no 'reasonable grounds' to not link Rhea to drug case

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

'The investigation is at preliminary stage, therefore, from the available record, it can not be said that there are no reasonable grounds to connect the accused (Rhea) (to the case),' the court observed. The court also said there is possibility of the accused tampering with evidence if released on bail.

IDBI Bank, IDBI set to finalise merger

IDBI Bank, IDBI set to finalise merger

Rediff.com19 Jan 2005

IDBI will finalise on Thursday the scheme for merging with itself its private banking arm IDBI Bank.

Spooked by Budget, foreign investors sell Rs 6000cr of equities

Spooked by Budget, foreign investors sell Rs 6000cr of equities

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

They have been on an unbroken selling streak since the Union Budget, spooked by increase in income-tax surcharge, taxes on buybacks, and lack of stimulus to prop up the economy.

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

CBD oil, found in marijuana, is gaining popularity for its pain-relieving properties. It's now legally available in India

ING Vysya Life sells 15% pie to GACL

ING Vysya Life sells 15% pie to GACL

Rediff.com30 May 2005

The board of directors of ING Vysya Bank, at its meeting held on May 28 have approved the bank's sale of 14.87 per cent stake in ING Vysya Life Insurance Company to Gujarat Ambuja Cements for Rs 60.9 crore (Rs 609 million).

When Amitabh had 40 paans to get a scene right

When Amitabh had 40 paans to get a scene right

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Chandra Barot's cult film turns 40.

YES Bank promoters may opt to settle dispute out of court

YES Bank promoters may opt to settle dispute out of court

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

While the court refused to order a stay on the AGM, it directed YES Bank to advance its board meeting by a month to June 27 and consider Gogia's appointment as a director on the bank's board.